Kevin Rudd sworn in as Australia's prime minister

Labour party leader Kevin Rudd, who swept to power nine days ago routing the coalition led by Conservative prime minister John Howard, was on Monday officially sworn in as Australia's 26th prime......

Indians' safety concerns legitimate: Oz deputy PM

Deputy Prime Minister Julia Gillard has admitted that Indian students' concerns about the quality of education and safety measures in Australia were "legitimate." "We have all watched with concern......

Aus 'failed' India in resolving racial row: Wiki

The then Australian deputy prime minister Julia Gillard's visit to India in 2009 during a spate of racial attacks on Indian students in Australia was a 'wasted opportunity' as it failed to quell......

Aus govt 'disgusted' over attacks on Indians

Without making an excuse for the recent spate of violence against Indians, Australia has said that the feedback received from the half a million-strong Indian student community has been 'positive'.......

Australia:Rise in overseas students pushed economy

Amid global financial downturn, the number of overseas students in Australia continued to rise with around 60, 000 this year that has contributed to push the country's economy. The enrollments of......

Australia to recruit best students from overseas

In an effort to aid country's research efforts, Australia is soon launching an initiative to recruit the best and brightest university-age students from overseas. According to The Australian daily......