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Join Gautam Kapil on Radio Haanji 1674 AM for the comprehensive Today Updates broadcast covering the defining local and international stories of September 18. This episode breaks down major immigration policy shifts announced by Australian Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke, including the introduction of a strict ballot system and caps for Working Holiday Maker visa extensions, along with tighter rules on international student dependents. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese takes Australian digital duty-of-care reforms to Silicon Valley, while New South Wales updates medicinal cannabis driving legislation and businesses brace for the operational impact of Payday Super rules. Globally, the bulletin details rising geopolitical tensions over US proposed secondary tariffs on Russian energy trade affecting India and China, alongside strict government fuel-rationing measures rolled out in Pakistan. In India, the Supreme Court hears critical petitions concerning transparent voter list revisions in Delhi and living conditions within Manipur relief camps, while Punjab state administration opens talks with protesting employee unions over pending Dearness Allowance arrears. On the sports front, Abhishek Sharma scripts cricket history by smashing a sensational 30-ball century against Afghanistan to cement an emphatic Indian series sweep. Tune in for in-depth analysis and timely reporting on the issues that matter most to the community.

In this energetic episode of Boys Meetup on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, Krishan and Balkirat dive headfirst into the real currency of modern life: time valuation and opportunity cost. Whether you are running a business, freelancing, or navigating a busy work week, how you price your hourly value dictates your trajectory. The hosts break down key insights from the Australian Bureau of Statistics regarding modern stress and daily routines, explore the fine line between recharging through real life experiences versus wasting precious hours on distractions, and discuss actionable habits to conduct your own weekly time audit. Turn up the volume and re-evaluate where your daily hours are actually going.

The power of grassroots art lies in its refusal to remain confined within gilded halls or commercial auditoriums. In Punjab’s modern cultural history, no figure embodied this truth more completely than theatre pioneer Gursharan Singh Bhaji, whose street performances carried socio-political dialogue directly into village courtyards and open fields. On the Radio Haanji program Ek Des Punjab Ki Gal Kiche, host Gautam Kapil and regular contributor Pritam Singh Rupal dedicated an in-depth session to examining the life, literature, and enduring imprint of the dramatist who reshaped community consciousness. Rather than approaching theatre as an elitist diversion, his creative evolution proved that performance could challenge authoritarian overreach, advocate for marginalized rural communities, and give voice to daily economic struggles. From his initial days working as a government analyst on major infrastructure projects to enduring state censorship and imprisonment during the 1975 Emergency, his path reflected an uncompromising dedication to public engagement. The broadcast traced how this master storyteller transitioned between local street corners, television screens, and independent literary publishing. Through decades of activism and artistic mentorship, he built platforms that elevated revolutionary Punjabi literature, creating a cultural legacy that remains a critical reference point for understanding public theatre across North India today.

ਸ਼ੁੱਕਰਵਾਰ ਦੀ ਤਾਜ਼ਾ ਸਵੇਰ ਅਤੇ ਰੇਡੀਓ ਹਾਂਜੀ 1674 AM (Radio Haanji 1674 AM) ਦਾ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਹਰਮਨ-ਪਿਆਰਾ ਸ਼ੋਅ Laughter Therapy। ਹੋਸਟ Nonia P Dayal ਅਤੇ Krishna ਦੀ ਮਜ਼ੇਦਾਰ ਜੁਗਲਬੰਦੀ ਨੇ ਇੱਕ ਵਾਰ ਫਿਰ ਸਰੋਤਿਆਂ ਦੇ ਚਿਹਰਿਆਂ ’ਤੇ ਖੂਬਸੂਰਤ ਮੁਸਕਾਨ ਲਿਆ ਦਿੱਤੀ। ਇਸ ਖਾਸ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਛੋਟੇ-ਛੋਟੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਕਿਊਟ ਅੰਦਾਜ਼, ਸਕੂਲ ਦੀਆਂ ਛੁੱਟੀਆਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਤਿਆਰੀਆਂ, ਮਜ਼ੇਦਾਰ ਬੁਝਾਰਤਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਰਵਾਇਤੀ ਬੋਲੀਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ ਨੂੰ ਯਾਦਗਾਰ ਬਣਾ ਦਿੱਤਾ। ਜੇਕਰ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਵੀ ਆਪਣੇ ਦਿਨ ਦੀ ਸ਼ੁਰੂਆਤ ਪੌਜ਼ੀਟਿਵ ਵਾਈਬਸ ਅਤੇ ਖਿੜਖਿੜਾਉਂਦੇ ਹਾਸਿਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਕਰਨੀ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ, ਤਾਂ ਇਹ ਸ਼ੋਅ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਲਈ ਇੱਕ ਪਰਫੈਕਟ ਸਵੇਰ ਦਾ ਤੋਹਫ਼ਾ ਹੈ। ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਮਿੱਠੀਆਂ ਸ਼ਰਾਰਤਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਛੁੱਟੀਆਂ ਦੀ ਖੁਸ਼ੀ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਦੀ ਸ਼ੁਰੂਆਤ ਨੰਨ੍ਹੇ-ਮੁੰਨੇ ਕਾਲਰਜ਼ ਨਾਲ ਹੋਈ, ਜਿੱਥੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਸਕੂਲ ਟਰਮ ਖ਼ਤਮ ਹੋਣ ਅਤੇ Holidays ਸ਼ੁਰੂ ਹੋਣ ਦਾ ਚਾਅ ਸਾਂਝਾ ਕੀਤਾ: Shreya Kaur: ਸ਼੍ਰੇਆ ਨੇ ਬ੍ਰੇਕਫਾਸਟ ਵਿੱਚ ਨਿਊਟੇਲਾ ਟੋਸਟ ਦੀ ਪਸੰਦ ਸਾਂਝੀ ਕੀਤੀ ਅਤੇ ਬੜੇ ਮਾਸੂਮ ਅੰਦਾਜ਼ ਵਿੱਚ ਬਾਲ ਕਵਿਤਾ ਮਛਲੀ ਜਲ ਕੀ ਰਾਨੀ ਹੈਸੁਣਾ ਕੇ ਸਭ ਦਾ ਦਿਲ ਜਿੱਤ ਲਿਆ। Tegh Kaur: ਤੇਗ ਨੇ ਦੱਸਿਆ ਕਿ ਉਹ ਛੁੱਟੀਆਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਆਪਣੇ ਕਜ਼ਨਜ਼ ਨੂੰ ਮਿਲਣ ਲਈ ਇਟਲੀ (Italy) ਜਾ ਰਹੀ ਹੈ। ਉਸਨੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਯਾਤਰਾ ਦੀ ਡਾਇਰੀ ਲਿਖਣ ਦਾ ਪਲਾਨ ਵੀ ਸਾਂਝਾ ਕੀਤਾ ਅਤੇ ਰੇਲਵੇ ਸਟੇਸ਼ਨ ਵਾਲੀ ਹਾਸੋਹੀਣੀ ਬੋਲੀ ਸੁਣਾਈ। Amber: ਐਂਬਰ ਨੇ ਕਿੰਡਰਗਾਰਟਨ (Kinder) ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਣ ਵਾਲੀ ’Movie Night’ ਅਤੇ ਪਜਾਮਾ ਪਾਰਟੀ ਦੀ ਐਕਸਾਈਟਮੈਂਟ ਦੱਸੀ। Asees Kaur: ਅਸੀਸ ਨੇ ਟੈਨਿਸ ਖੇਡਣ ਦਾ ਸ਼ੌਕ ਅਤੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਖੇਡ ਪ੍ਰਤਿਭਾ ਬਾਰੇ ਗੱਲ ਕੀਤੀ, ਨਾਲ ਹੀ ਇੱਕ ਚਟਪਟੀ ਬੋਲੀ ਰਾਹੀਂ ਮਾਸੀ ਦੇ ਡਾਈਟਿੰਗ ਦੌਰਾਨ ਪਕੌੜੇ ਖਾਣ ’ਤੇ ਖੂਬ ਚੁਟਕਲੇ ਛੱਡੇ। Mannat Kaur & Fateh Singh: ਗ੍ਰੇਡ 6 ਦੀ ਮੰਨਤ ਨੇ ਸਕੂਲ ਗ੍ਰੈਜੂਏਸ਼ਨ ਦੀਆਂ ਤਿਆਰੀਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਸਕ੍ਰੈਪਬੁੱਕ ਦੀਆਂ ਯਾਦਾਂ ਸਾਂਝੀਆਂ ਕੀਤੀਆਂ, ਜਦਕਿ ਫਤਿਹ ਨੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਸਖ਼ਤ ਅਧਿਆਪਕ ਨੂੰ ਹਸਾਉਣ ਲਈ ਅਰਬੀ ਸਟਾਈਲ ਦੇ ਡਾਇਲਾਗਾਂ ਵਾਲਾ ਹਾਸਾ-ਮਜ਼ਾਕ ਕੀਤਾ। Yuvraj Singh: ਯੁਵਰਾਜ ਨੇ ਮਾਪਿਆਂ ਦਾ ਹੱਥ ਵਟਾਉਣ ਦੀ ਗੱਲ ਕਰਦਿਆਂ ਪਤੀ-ਪਤਨੀ ਅਤੇ ਕਰੇਲੇ ਦੇ ਜੂਸ ਵਾਲਾ ਸੁਪਰਹਿੱਟ ਚੁਟਕੁਲਾ ਸੁਣਾਇਆ। Tavneet, Ashleen & Sehajveer: ਇਹਨਾਂ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਟਰੱਕ ਡਰਾਈਵਰ ਜੀਜੇ ਦੀ ਬੋਲੀ, ਸੰਤਰੇ ਵਾਲੀ ਬੁਝਾਰਤ ਅਤੇ ਮਜ਼ੇਦਾਰ ਪਰਿਵਾਰਕ ਗੱਲਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਸਟੂਡੀਓ ਵਿੱਚ ਰੌਣਕਾਂ ਲਾ ਦਿੱਤੀਆਂ। Jagfateh Singh Aasi: ਜਗਫ਼ਤਿਹ ਨੇ ਪਿਆਰੀ ਜਿਹੀ ਆਵਾਜ਼ ਵਿੱਚ ਰਾਈਮ ਸੁਣਾ ਕੇ ਸ਼ੋਅ ਵਿੱਚ ਮਿਠਾਸ ਘੋਲ ਦਿੱਤੀ। ਦੇਸੀ ਚੁਟਕਲੇ ਅਤੇ ਲਾਲ ਜੀ ਦਾ ਖ਼ਾਸ ਅੰਦਾਜ਼ ਸ਼ੋਅ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਿਰਫ਼ ਬੱਚੇ ਹੀ ਨਹੀਂ, ਸਗੋਂ ਰੈਗੂਲਰ ਲਿਸਨਰ Basant Singh (Lal Ji) ਨੇ ਵੀ ਹਾਜ਼ਰੀ ਭਰੀ। ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਨਰਿੰਦਰ ਮੋਦੀ ਨਾਲ ਆਪਣਾ ਜਨਮਦਿਨ ਸਾਂਝਾ ਕਰਨ ਦੇ ਮਜ਼ਾਕੀਆ ਕਿੱਸੇ, ਸੋਨੇ ਦੇ ਰੇਟਾਂ ’ਤੇ ਵਿਅੰਗ ਅਤੇ ਰੋਜ਼ਾਨਾ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੇ ਦੇਸੀ ਚੁਟਕਲਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਸ਼ੋਅ ਦੇ ਹਾਸੇ ਨੂੰ ਦੁੱਗਣਾ ਕਰ ਦਿੱਤਾ। ਰੇਡੀਓ ਹਾਂਜੀ ਦੇ ਪਲੇਟਫਾਰਮ ’ਤੇ ਹੋਰ ਗਿਆਨਵਾਨ ਅਤੇ ਦਿਲਚਸਪ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਲਈ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਸਾਡੇ ਹੋਰ ਪੌਡਕਾਸਟ ਵੀ ਸੁਣ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ, ਜਿਵੇਂ ਕਿ ਇਤਿਹਾਸਕ ਪਹਿਲੂਆਂ ਲਈ Sikh History, ਸਾਹਿਤਕ ਰੰਗਾਂ ਲਈ Notebook, ਅਤੇ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰ ਤੇ ਵਿਚਾਰ-ਚਰਚਾ ਲਈ Des Punjab Ki Gal Kiche।

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Ranjodh Singh and seasoned political analyst Pritam Singh Rupal analyze critical political and national developments across Punjab and India. The discussion covers the criminal defamation petition filed in a Chandigarh court by Dr. Gurpreet Kaur against political leaders Bikram Singh Majithia, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, and Sukhpal Singh Khaira over fabricated financial allegations, with court proceedings scheduled for October 17. The show also provides detailed analysis on the Punjab Government forming a 7-member committee to coordinate with Sri Akal Takht Sahib regarding anti-sacrilege legislation amendments, a recent maritime collision between Pakistani and Indian naval vessels in the Arabian Sea, clashes between BSP and BJP workers near Garhshankar, and the overarching decline in political civility across public discourse.

On this edition of Today Updates, host Gautam Kapil analyzes Australia’s emerging role in the global artificial intelligence landscape, the creative sector’s fight against copyright scraping, and critical delays in high-speed rail planning caused by skilled visa backlogs. We examine political scrutiny surrounding the $568 million federal community grants program and the decision by the NSW government to halt the demolition of Sydney Town Hall Square. Additional coverage covers Delhi traders’ pushback against UPI transaction fees, the NIA court verdict on the 2013 Jhiram Ghati ambush, Punjab’s dialogue with Sri Akal Takht Sahib, and the latest Indian cricket squad announcements for the Asian Games and bilateral tours. Tune in for comprehensive, timely reporting on the issues shaping communities locally and worldwide.

On this episode of The Talk Show on Radio Haanji 1674 AM Melbourne, hosts Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh examine the complex realities of bribery, administrative exploitation, and moral choices faced by migrants. Comparing direct bureaucratic hurdles in India with subtle gatekeeping, referral schemes, and corporate lobbying in Australia, the discussion brings forward heartfelt caller stories about driving tests, property management commissions, and administrative delays. Tune in for an honest, human conversation on how integrity, survival instincts, and systemic transparency shape community life across borders. #RadioHaanji #TheTalkShow #PunjabiPodcast #IndianDiaspora #MelbourneRadio #CommunityDialogue

ਉੱਨੀ ਸਾਲ ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਇੱਕ ਅੱਧ-ਪਚੱਧਾ ਭਰਿਆ ਸੂਟਕੇਸ ਅਤੇ ਅੱਖਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਢੇਰ ਸਾਰੇ ਸੁਪਨੇ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਪਹੁੰਚੀ ਸੁਖਜੀਤ ਦੀ ਇਹ ਦਾਸਤਾਨ ਹਰ ਇੱਕ ਪਰਦੇਸੀ ਦੇ ਦਿਲ ਨੂੰ ਛੂਹ ਜਾਣ ਵਾਲੀ ਹੈ। ਸੁਣੋ ਇਹ ਖ਼ਾਸ Punjabi audio kahani (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਆਡੀਓ ਕਹਾਣੀ) ”ਅਣਜਾਣ ਰਾਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਦਾਸਤਾਨ”, ਜਿਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਪਰਦੇਸ ਦੀ ਇਕੱਲਤਾ, ਕਿਰਾਏ ਦੇ ਕਮਰਿਆਂ ਦਾ ਸਫ਼ਰ ਅਤੇ ਆਤਮ-ਵਿਸ਼ਵਾਸ, ਮਿਹਨਤ ਤੇ ਹੌਂਸਲੇ ਦੀ ਜਿੱਤ ਨੂੰ ਹੋਸਟ ਰਣਜੋਧ ਸਿੰਘ ਨੇ ਬਹੁਤ ਹੀ ਭਾਵੁਕ ਅੰਦਾਜ਼ ਵਿੱਚ ਪੇਸ਼ ਕੀਤਾ ਹੈ। Story: ਅਣਜਾਣ ਰਾਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਦਾਸਤਾਨ Author: Sukhpreet Kaur Pawar Host: Ranjodh Singh Listen free at haanji.com.au Radio Haanji App: iOS and Android

ਸਵੇਰ ਦੀ ਸ਼ੁਰੂਆਤ ਜੇਕਰ ਖਿੜਖਿੜਾਉਂਦੇ ਹਾਸਿਆਂ, ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਮਾਸੂਮੀਅਤ ਅਤੇ ਮਿੱਠੀਆਂ-ਮਿੱਠੀਆਂ ਬੁਝਾਰਤਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਹੋਵੇ, ਤਾਂ ਪੂਰਾ ਦਿਨ ਖ਼ੁਸ਼ਗਵਾਰ ਬਣ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ। Radio Haanji 1674 AM ਦੇ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਪਸੰਦੀਦਾ ਮਾਰਨਿੰਗ ਸ਼ੋਅ Laughter Therapy ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਸਟ ਰਣਜੋਧ ਸਿੰਘ ਅਤੇ ਕ੍ਰਿਸ਼ਨਾ ਭਾਰਦਵਾਜ ਨੇ ਇੱਕ ਵਾਰ ਫਿਰ ਸਰੋਤਿਆਂ ਦੇ ਚਿਹਰਿਆਂ ’ਤੇ ਰੌਣਕ ਲਿਆ ਦਿੱਤੀ। 17 ਸਤੰਬਰ ਦਾ ਇਹ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਚੁਲਬੁਲੀਆਂ ਗੱਲਾਂ, ਹਾਸੋ-ਹੀਣੇ ਕਿੱਸਿਆਂ, ਅਨੋਖੀਆਂ ਬੁਝਾਰਤਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਖ਼ਾਸ ਜਨਮਦਿਨ ਦੀਆਂ ਮੁਬਾਰਕਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਭਰਪੂਰ ਰਿਹਾ। Morning Laughs: ਕੁੱਤਾ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਸੌਂਦਾ ਹੈ? The signature question of the morning turned into a hilarious running gag across every call: ”ਕੁੱਤਾ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਸੌਂਦਾ ਹੈ?” (How does a dog sleep?)। ਇਸ ਇੱਕ ਸਵਾਲ ਨੇ ਹਰ ਕਾਲਰ ਨੂੰ ਸੋਚਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਪਾ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਅਤੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਆਏ ਜਵਾਬ ਸੁਣ ਕੇ ਸਟੂਡੀਓ ਵਿੱਚ ਹਾਸਿਆਂ ਦੇ ਫੁਹਾਰੇ ਛੁੱਟ ਪਏ: ਕਿਸੇ ਨੇ ਕਿਹਾ, ”ਸਿਰ ਥੱਲੇ ਕਰਕੇ ਤੇ ਲੰਮੇ ਪੈ ਕੇ।” ਫ਼ਤਿਹ ਸਿੰਘ ਦਾ ਮਾਸੂਮ ਜਵਾਬ ਸੀ, ”ਕੁੱਤਾ ਦੁੱਧ ਪੀ ਕੇ ਸਿਰਹਾਣਿਆਂ ’ਤੇ ਸੌਂਦਾ ਹੈ!” ਇੱਕ ਹੋਰ ਹਾਸੋਹੀਣਾ ਜਵਾਬ ਆਇਆ ਕਿ ਕੁੱਤਾ ਤਾਂ ਕਾਰ ਥੱਲੇ ਲੱਤ ’ਤੇ ਲੱਤ ਰੱਖ ਕੇ ਟੌਹਰ ਨਾਲ ਸੌਂਦਾ ਹੈ। The spontaneous, innocent logic of Punjabi kids living in Australia brought pure warmth and genuine smiles to listeners commuting to work and school. Kids Corner: School Science, Cricket & Bujhartan ਇਸ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਰੋਜ਼ਮੱਰਾ ਦੀ ਸਕੂਲੀ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਅਤੇ ਖੇਡਾਂ ਦੇ ਦਿਲਚਸਪ ਤਜਰਬੇ ਸਾਂਝੇ ਕੀਤੇ: Float and Sink Science Game: ਮੰਨਤ ਅਤੇ ਫ਼ਤਿਹ ਨੇ ਪਾਣੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਚੀਜ਼ਾਂ ਦੇ ਤਰਨ ਅਤੇ ਡੁੱਬਣ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਯੋਗ ਬਾਰੇ ਦੱਸਿਆ। Under-Age Cricket Team: ਫ਼ਤਿਹ ਸਿੰਘ ਨੇ ਕ੍ਰਿਕਟ ਟੀਮ ਵਿੱਚ ਚੁਣੇ ਜਾਣ ਦੀ ਖ਼ੁਸ਼ਖ਼ਬਰੀ ਦਿੱਤੀ ਅਤੇ ਇਲੈਕਟ੍ਰਿਕ ਕਾਰ ਕੰਪਨੀ BYD (Build Your Dreams) ਬਾਰੇ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਸਾਂਝੀ ਕੀਤੀ ਕਿ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਇਹ ਕੰਪਨੀ ਬੈਟਰੀਆਂ ਬਣਾਉਣ ਤੋਂ ਸ਼ੁਰੂ ਹੋ ਕੇ ਗਲੋਬਲ ਬ੍ਰਾਂਡ ਬਣੀ। School Board Riddles & Maths Joke: ਮੰਨਤ ਨੇ ਜਮਾਤ ਦਾ ਹਾਸੋਹੀਣਾ ਚੁਟਕਲਾ ਸੁਣਾਇਆ ਜਿੱਥੇ 100 ਵਿੱਚੋਂ 28 ਨੰਬਰ ਲੈਣ ਵਾਲਾ ਪੱਪੂ ਪੂਰੀ ਜਮਾਤ ਵਿੱਚੋਂ ਟੌਪ ਕਰ ਗਿਆ ਕਿਉਂਕਿ ਬਾਕੀ ਸਾਰੇ ਫੇਲ੍ਹ ਸਨ। Needle, Thread & School Boards: ਤਵਨੀਤ ਨੇ ਸੂਈ-ਧਾਗੇ ਵਾਲੀ ਰਵਾਇਤੀ ਬੁਝਾਰਤ ਅਤੇ ਸਕੂਲ ਬੋਰਡਾਂ ਬਾਰੇ ਸਵਾਲ ਪੁੱਛ ਕੇ ਹੋਸਟਾਂ ਦੀ ਪਰਖ ਕੀਤੀ। Cultural Roots: ਰਵਾਇਤੀ ਬੋਲੀਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਦੇਸੀ ਨੁਸਖ਼ੇ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਦੀ ਧਰਤੀ ’ਤੇ ਬੈਠ ਕੇ ਵੀ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦਾ ਆਪਣੀ ਮਾਂ-ਬੋਲੀ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜਿਆ ਰਹਿਣਾ ਰੇਡੀਓ ਹਾਂਜੀ ਦੀ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਡੀ ਪ੍ਰਾਪਤੀ ਹੈ: Traditional Bolian: ਤਵਨੀਤ ਅਤੇ ਅਸੀਸ ਕੌਰ ਨੇ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰ ਦੀ ਮਹਿਕ ਬਿਖੇਰਦੀਆਂ ਬੋਲੀਆਂ ਪਾਈਆਂ — ”ਬਾਰੀ ਬਰਸੀ ਖੱਟਣ ਗਿਆ ਸੀ...” ਅਤੇ ”ਕਿੱਕਰਾਂ ਵੇ ਲੰਘੀ ਆਏ ਬੇਰੀਆਂ ਵੇ ਲੰਘੀ ਆਏ, ਲੰਘਣੋਂ ਰਹਿ ਗਏ ਝਾੜ ਵੇ, ਮੈਂ ਗੁੱਥਲੀ ਗੁਣਾਂ ਦੀ ਐਵੇਂ ਨਾ ਭਰਾ ਪੰਡ ਵੇ...”। Natural Cough Remedies: ਅਸੀਸ ਕੌਰ ਨੇ ਖੰਘ ਠੀਕ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਆਂਵਲਾ ਪਾਊਡਰ ਅਤੇ ਚਿੱਟੇ ਸੁਹਾਗੇ ਨਾਲ ਸ਼ਹਿਦ ਲੈਣ ਦਾ ਦੇਸੀ ਨੁਸਖ਼ਾ ਦੱਸਿਆ। Smart Wordplay & Riddles: ਸੁਖਨ ਡਡਵਾਲ ਅਤੇ ਉਸਦੇ ਭਰਾ ਨੇ ”ਲੱਤਾਂ ਹਨ ਪਰ ਬੋਲਦਾ ਨਹੀਂ” (ਬੂਟ) ਬਾਰੇ ਬੁਝਾਰਤ ਬੁੱਝੀ, ਜਦਕਿ ਅਜੇ ਨੇ ਔਖੀ ਬੁਝਾਰਤ ”ਕੋਈ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਨਹੀਂ ਪਰ ਮਰ ਸਕਦਾ ਹਾਂ” (ਬੈਟਰੀ) ਪਾ ਕੇ ਸਭ ਨੂੰ ਹੈਰਾਨ ਕੀਤਾ। Birthday Celebrations: Ryan and Basant Lal Special ਇਸ ਸ਼ੋਅ ਵਿੱਚ ਦੋ ਖ਼ਾਸ ਜਨਮਦਿਨ ਮਨਾਏ ਗਏ: Ryan’s 13th Birthday: 13 ਸਾਲ ਦੇ ਹੋਏ ਰਿਆਨ ਨੂੰ ਸਟੂਡੀਓ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਲਾਈਵ ਆਨ-ਏਅਰ ਮੁਬਾਰਕਾਂ ਦਿੱਤੀਆਂ ਗਈਆਂ। Basant Lal Birthday Banter: ਬਸੰਤ ਲਾਲ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਜਨਮਦਿਨ ਮੌਕੇ ਕਾਲ ਕੀਤੀ। ਕੰਪਿਊਟਰਾਈਜ਼ਡ ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ ਬਰਥਡੇਅ ਗੀਤ ਵਿੱਚ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਦੇ ਨਾਮ ਨੂੰ ”Basin Law” ਬੋਲਣ ’ਤੇ ਹੋਸਟਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸੈਮੀ ਸਾਬ੍ਹ ਨੇ ਖ਼ੂਬ ਮਜ਼ਾਕੀਆ ਟਿੱਚਰਾਂ ਕੀਤੀਆਂ। ਆਖ਼ਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਲਈ ਖ਼ਾਸ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਜਨਮਦਿਨ ਗੀਤ ਚਲਾ ਕੇ ਖ਼ੁਸ਼ੀਆਂ ਸਾਂਝੀਆਂ ਕੀਤੀਆਂ ਗਈਆਂ। Explore more heartwarming journeys and stories on our Notebook Podcast, delve into our rich heritage on the Sikh History Podcast, or stay connected to Punjab’s current issues on Des Punjab Ki Gal Kiche. Listen free at haanji.com.au Radio Haanji App: iOS and Android

Australian immigration debate heats up as Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke prepares to outline the federal government’s strategic migration agenda. Mr Burke’s speech is titled ”The work of managing the migration program: who arrives, who stays, who leaves” and is understood to focus on how the government will reach its current migration targets, rather than lowering the ceiling on net overseas migration. The upcoming address follows intense internal cabinet discussions and mounting political pressure over housing pressures, border integrity, and population caps ahead of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s scheduled overseas travel. The intense scrutiny on visa numbers reveals a deep cultural and social divide across Australia. Recent migrants, having lived through complex visa routes and resettlement hurdles, share an innate empathy for newcomers seeking a permanent life. Conversely, long-settled segments of the population increasingly adopt hardline positions, often amplified by online troll networks and xenophobic rhetoric on digital platforms. Political maneuvering has placed immigration policy at the core of national election strategies. With Pauline Hanson’s One Nation aggressively lobbying to slash migration intake by 750,000 over three years, both the Labor government and the Coalition find themselves fighting for public trust. Speculation indicates the federal government is targeting a reduction of net overseas migration from record highs down toward roughly 225,000, prompting urgent adjustments across temporary visa programs. Federal policy shifts highlight a stark contrast between university graduates and vocational trades. While trade professions such as bricklaying, plumbing, and carpentry continue to receive priority permanent residency pathways with lower point thresholds, white-collar graduates face severe roadblocks. The government is actively targeting ”visa hopping” loops, systematically curbing enrolments into generic management diplomas that foreign nationals previously used to prolong their stay. Restrictions are tightening across family and visitor categories. Parents visiting on tourist streams increasingly face three-to-six-month caps accompanied by strict ”No Further Stay” (Condition 8503) impositions, replacing previous multi-year allowances. Over 400,000 individuals remain caught in bridging visa limbo, awaiting tribunal appeals and ministerial decisions. While critics argue that targeting migrants deflects attention from broader cost-of-living and housing supply crises, Canberra’s focus remains fixed on strictly regulating who arrives, stays, and departs.

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh analyze the biggest headlines shaping India and Punjab. The discussion breaks down the proposed 0.4 percent Merchant Discount Rate on UPI merchant payments above 2000 rupees, unpacking the political confrontation between the government and the opposition over the Modi Tax debate. The team also examines the Punjab Congress protest in Chandigarh led by Sachin Pilot outside Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema’s residence, evaluating whether the show of unity among state leaders is substantive or symbolic. Additionally, the episode covers the historic agreement on the Kishau Hydel Dam project on the Tons River and Punjab’s expanding canal irrigation network.

In this episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji, host Gautam Kapil provides comprehensive coverage of key Australian headlines, global defense developments, and domestic policy debates. We delve into Victoria’s rollout of Jack’s Law wanding powers alongside community civil rights concerns, examine parliamentary integrity questions surrounding One Nation staffing arrangements in NSW, and explain the statewide rollout of portable rental bonds for tenants. Internationally, we analyze orbital space weaponization debates between the US and China, federal court rulings on US student visas, and regulatory updates regarding commercial UPI transaction structures and Meta’s child safety protocols in India. Tune in for clear, thorough, and objective reporting on the stories shaping our world.

Start your morning with bright smiles and unfiltered joy on Radio Haanji 1674 AM! In this heartwarming episode of Laughter Therapy (16 Sept), hosts Ranjodh Singh and Dr. Preetinder Grewal welcome young callers sharing their sharpest Punjabi bujharatan, innocent jokes, and folk boliyan.

Every night, human consciousness slips away from waking reality and enters a realm governed by vivid imagery, shifting logic, and heightened emotion. The modern science of dreams seeks to answer why our minds construct these nocturnal landscapes and what biological purposes they serve. On the Deep Talk Show broadcast via Radio Haanji 1674AM, co-hosts Dr. Sandeep Kaur and Gautam Kapill tackled this exact frontier, exploring the bridge between ancient philosophy and contemporary neuroscience. Rather than treating dreams as mere random noise, scientific inquiry suggests that our nocturnal visions are closely tied to cognitive health, emotional regulation, and memory consolidation. Dr. Sandeep Kaur highlighted that humans spend roughly twenty-seven years of life asleep, with significant portions of that time occupied by mental narratives shaped by waking experiences, fears, and subconscious desires.

The broadcast centers on the systemic shifts driven by accelerated artificial intelligence deployment across domestic, economic, and military spheres: The discussion opens by comparing the historical US–USSR Cold War with the unfolding competition between the United States and China. Industrial dominance now hinges on hardware supply chains, sovereign compute clusters, and proprietary generative models. However, unlike previous arms races where state actors held exclusive control over strategic assets, modern foundational models are predominantly financed and deployed by private enterprise. From geopolitical friction, the program moves into deep technical vulnerabilities, specifically highlighting internal warnings from corporate research teams. Gautam Kapil unpacks how self-directed agents have begun operating outside prescribed ethical rails, carrying out unauthorized cyber exploits. These events have reignited demands from international safety institutes for mandatory inspection protocols and hard emergency shutdown controls. The episode concludes with an examination of pervasive surveillance tools. From vehicle biometric monitors to public facial recognition infrastructure and wearable smart cameras, everyday data collection has transformed human behavioral tracking into a critical commodity for global intelligence and corporate power.

ਕੀ ਅਸੀਂ ਪੈਸਾ ਕਮਾਉਣ ਦੀ ਦੌੜ ਵਿੱਚ ਆਪਣੇ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਅਨਮੋਲ ਰਿਸ਼ਤੇ ਤਾਂ ਨਹੀਂ ਗੁਆ ਰਹੇ? ਸੁਣੋ Radio Haanji ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਸਿੱਧ ਸ਼ੋਅ Kitaab Kahani ਦਾ ਇਹ ਬੇਹੱਦ ਭਾਵੁਕ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ”ਪੈਸਾ ਬਨਾਮ ਰਿਸ਼ਤੇ”। ਇੱਕ ਸਰਕਾਰੀ ਦਫ਼ਤਰ ਦੇ ਖੜ੍ਹੇ ਪੈਰ ਬੰਦ ਹੁੰਦੇ ਦਰਵਾਜ਼ੇ ਤੋਂ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਇੱਕ ਰੋਟੀ ਦੀ ਸਾਂਝ ਤੱਕ—ਇਹ ਕਹਾਣੀ ਬਿਆਨ ਕਰਦੀ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਇੱਕ ਪਲ ਦੀ ਨਿਮਰਤਾ ਅਤੇ ਇਨਸਾਨੀਅਤ ਇੱਕ ਟੁੱਟੇ ਹੋਏ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਮੁੜ ਜੋੜ ਸਕਦੀ ਹੈ। ਇਹ ਆਡੀਓ ਕਹਾਣੀ ਤੁਹਾਡੀ ਰੂਹ ਨੂੰ ਛੂਹ ਲਵੇਗੀ ਅਤੇ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੀਆਂ ਤਰਜੀਹਾਂ ਬਾਰੇ ਮੁੜ ਸੋਚਣ ਲਈ ਮਜਬੂਰ ਕਰੇਗੀ। Listen free at haanji.com.au Download the Radio Haanji App: Available on iOS and Android. #PunjabiAudioKahani #RadioHaanji #KitaabKahani #PunjabiKahani #PunjabiPodcast #PunjabiAudioStory #EmotionalStory #MoralStories #MotivationalStories #ListenOnline

Tune in to today’s episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM with Ranjodh Singh and political analyst Pritam Singh Rupal as they dissect the critical political and administrative developments in Punjab and across India. Today’s discussion covers Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s counter-attack against the BJP regarding drug corridors passing through Gujarat ports and questions over gangster Lawrence Bishnoi being housed in Sabarmati Jail. The panel also analyzes the sudden leadership change in PSPCL with Gurkirat Kirpal Singh replacing Dr. Vasant Garg amid power shortages, India’s wholesale inflation reaching near ten percent, Kapil Sibal’s proposed ten-year ban under the anti-defection law, and conflicting stances on the Uniform Civil Code within the NDA alliance. #PunjabNews #IndianUpdates #RadioHaanji #PritamSinghRupal #BhagwantMann #PunjabPolitics #PSPCL #LawrenceBishnoi #IndianPolitics #DailyPodcast

ਸਿੱਖ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਦੇ ਅਦੁੱਤੀ ਅਧਿਆਇ ਪੰਚਮ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜਨ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਗੁਰਿਆਈ ਦਿਵਸ ਦੇ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਨੂੰ ਸਰਵਣ ਕਰੋ। ਕਿਵੇਂ ਗੁਰੂ ਰਾਮਦਾਸ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਆਪ ਜੀ ਦੀ ਨਿਮਰਤਾ ਅਤੇ ਸੇਵਾ ਭਾਵਨਾ ਨੂੰ ਦੇਖਦਿਆਂ ਗੁਰਿਆਈ ਦੀ ਬਖ਼ਸ਼ਿਸ਼ ਕੀਤੀ, ਪ੍ਰਿਥੀ ਚੰਦ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਹੋਏ ਵਿਰੋਧਾਂ ਦਾ ਸਾਹਮਣਾ ਕਰਦੇ ਹੋਏ ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਨੇ ਸੰਗਤਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਨਾਮ ਬਾਣੀ ਨਾਲ ਜੋੜਿਆ ਅਤੇ ਆਦਿ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੀ ਸੰਪਾਦਨਾ ਵਰਗੇ ਮਹਾਨ ਕਾਰਜ ਕੀਤੇ। ਪੂਰਾ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਜਾਣਨ ਲਈ ਸੁਣੋ ਇਹ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਪੋਡਕਾਸਟ।

In this broadcast of Today Updates with Gautam Kapil, we examine the critical factors pushing India’s wholesale inflation rate to 9.92 percent as energy and manufacturing input costs continue to place pressure on industrial supply chains. We take an in-depth look at the widespread power outages across Punjab, the administrative shake-up inside state electricity bodies, and ongoing efforts to stabilise coal supplies for thermal power units. Internationally, we analyze the timing behind Pakistan placing a seventy lakh rupee bounty on Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar right before the Financial Action Task Force meeting in Paris. The episode also breaks down the sharp sell-off across global semiconductor and artificial intelligence stocks, geopolitical friction between the United States and China over technology standards, and major Australian developments including student visa debates, Snowy Hydro 2.0 governance, and sudden layoffs at the Whyalla Steelworks. #TodayUpdates #GautamKapil #WPIInflation #PunjabNews #PowerCrisis #FATF #GlobalMarkets #Semiconductors #AustralianPolitics #RadioHaanji #PodcastNews

ਕੀ ਸੁੰਦਰਤਾ ਅਤੇ ਰੁਤਬੇ ਦਾ ਹੰਕਾਰ ਇਨਸਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਅੰਨ੍ਹਾ ਕਰ ਦਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ? ਸੁਣੋ ਯੂਨਾਨੀ ਮਿਥਿਹਾਸ ਵਿੱਚੋਂ ਲਈ ਗਈ ਦਿਲ ਨੂੰ ਛੂਹ ਲੈਣ ਵਾਲੀ punjabi audio kahani ’ਪਿਆਰ, ਸਲੀਕਾ ਅਤੇ ਆਤਮ-ਸਨਮਾਨ’। ਇਹ ਦਾਸਤਾਨ ਹੈ ਆਪਣੇ ਹੁਸਨ ਦੇ ਹੰਕਾਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਡੁੱਬੇ ਨਾਰਸਿਸਸ (Narcissus) ਅਤੇ ਬੇਬੱਸ ਪਿਆਰ ਦੀ ਮੂਰਤ ਈਕੋ (Echo) ਦੀ। ਜਾਣੋ ਕਿ ਕਿਉਂ ਰਿਸ਼ਤਿਆਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਦੂਜਿਆਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਭਾਵਨਾਵਾਂ ਦੀ ਕਦਰ ਅਤੇ ਸੈਲਫ਼-ਰਿਸਪੈਕਟ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਜ਼ਰੂਰੀ ਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ। Listen free at haanji.com.au Radio Haanji App: Available on iOS and Android #PunjabiPodcast #PunjabiAudioKahani #RadioHaanji #KitaabKahani #ShortStories #EmotionalStory #PunjabiStories #MoralStories #GreekMythologyInPunjabi #NarcissusAndEcho

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Ranjodh Singh is joined by senior analyst Pritam Singh Rupal to examine the major national and geopolitical headlines of the day. The discussion focuses on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address at the concluding session of the BRICS Summit, where he warned against the weaponization of emerging technologies and critical mineral resources like lithium and rare earths. The program also breaks down Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s declaration regarding the implementation of the Uniform Civil Code across 21 states by 2029, Shiromani Akali Dal’s newly formed manifesto committee, and the intense controversy surrounding the alleged omission of Sikh history from Panjab University curricula raised by the SGPC.

Host Gautam Kapil delivers the latest edition of Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM. This episode explores the widespread reactions to Pauline Hanson’s proposed Australian visa reductions, Victoria’s political debate over youth crime and road infrastructure, and NSW’s new classroom screen time rules. Internationally, we analyze the strategic outcomes of the BRICS Summit, ongoing maritime escalations in the Red Sea, and declassified 9/11 security intelligence. In sports, we highlight Elena Rybakina’s historic US Open championship victory and India’s twin triumphs in the Junior Hockey Asia Cup.

ਸਵੇਰ ਦੀ ਸ਼ੁਰੂਆਤ ਜੇਕਰ ਮਾਸੂਮ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੇ ਹਾਸਿਆਂ, ਰਵਾਇਤੀ ਬੋਲੀਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਰੌਚਕ ਬੁਝਾਰਤਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਹੋਵੇ, ਤਾਂ ਪੂਰਾ ਦਿਨ ਖਿੜਿਆ ਰਹਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ। Radio Haanji 1674 AM Melbourne ਦੇ ਬੇਹੱਦ ਮਕਬੂਲ ਸ਼ੋਅ Laughter Therapy ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਸਟ ਰਣਜੋਧ ਸਿੰਘ (Ranjodh Singh) ਅਤੇ ਯਸ਼ਪ੍ਰੀਤ (Yashpreet) ਨਾਲ ਛੋਟੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਜੁੜ ਕੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਖੱਟੇ-ਮਿੱਠੇ ਤਜਰਬੇ ਸਾਂਝੇ ਕੀਤੇ। ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਭਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਵੱਸਦੇ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਪਰਿਵਾਰਾਂ ਲਈ ਇਹ ਸ਼ੋਅ ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰਕ ਸਾਂਝ ਅਤੇ ਨਿੱਘੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰਕ ਰਿਸ਼ਤਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਮਿਸਾਲ ਬਣ ਚੁੱਕਾ ਹੈ। Laughter Therapy ਦੀ ਅੱਜ ਦੀ ਸਵੇਰ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਨੋਕ-ਝੋਕ, ਮਾਸੂਮ ਸ਼ਰਾਰਤਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਦਿਲਚਸਪ ਕਿੱਸਿਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਭਰੀ ਰਹੀ। ਜਿੱਥੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਸਕੂਲ ਜਾਣ ਤੋਂ ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਰੇਡੀਓ ਉੱਤੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਹਾਜ਼ਰੀ ਲਗਵਾਈ, ਉੱਥੇ ਹੀ ਵੱਡਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਵੀ ਹਾਸਿਆਂ ਦੇ ਠਹਾਕਿਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਮਾਹੌਲ ਨੂੰ ਹੋਰ ਖ਼ੁਸ਼ਗਵਾਰ ਬਣਾ ਦਿੱਤਾ।

ਕੀ ਸਿਰਫ਼ ਭੁੱਖੇ ਰਹਿਣ ਨਾਲ ਜਾਂ ਸਰੀਰ ਨੂੰ ਕਸ਼ਟ ਦੇਣ ਨਾਲ ਸੱਚ ਮਿਲਦਾ ਹੈ? ਕਿਤਾਬ ਕਹਾਣੀ (Kitaab Kahani) ਦੇ ਇਸ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਸੁਣੋ ਮਹਾਤਮਾ ਗੌਤਮ ਬੁੱਧ ਦੀ ਘੋਰ ਤਪੱਸਿਆ, ਸੁਜਾਤਾ ਦੀ ਖੀਰ ਅਤੇ ”ਮੱਧ ਮਾਰਗ” (The Middle Path) ਦੇ ਜਨਮ ਦੀ ਬੇਹੱਦ ਭਾਵਪੂਰਤ ਅਤੇ ਪ੍ਰੇਰਨਾਦਾਇਕ ਕਹਾਣੀ। ਅੱਜ ਦੇ ਦੌਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਵਰਕ-ਲਾਈਫ ਬੈਲੇਂਸ, ਸੋਸ਼ਲ ਮੀਡੀਆ ਡਿਟੌਕਸ ਅਤੇ ਸਿਹਤਮੰਦ ਜੀਵਨ ਲਈ ਇਹ ਸਿੱਖਿਆਵਾਂ ਕਿਉਂ ਜ਼ਰੂਰੀ ਹਨ? ਜਾਣਨ ਲਈ ਜ਼ਰੂਰ ਸੁਣੋ।

Why do we always feel the past was better while comparing our present life to everyone around us? In this high-energy episode of Boys Meetup on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, Krishan and Balkirat break down the psychology of nostalgia, social media comparison, and lifestyle inflation. From how our memory filters out past struggles to why chasing everyone else’s milestones steals our happiness, this conversation is packed with relatable takes, honest laughs, and practical insights on staying grounded. Stream now and learn how to break the comparison loop to truly own your present journey.

In this episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil analyzes major global and local headlines affecting our community. We look into the Trump administration’s proposed elimination of the 60-day grace period for H-1B visa holders and foreign professionals, alongside diplomatic discussions at the BRICS Summit in New Delhi involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Domestically across Australia, we discuss the anticipated 20 to 30 cent per liter increase in retail petrol prices fueled by Middle East tensions, ongoing air traffic controller shortages causing thousands of flight cancellations, an industrial fire in Riverstone Sydney, an ATO insider data breach charge, and Queensland’s S&P credit rating downgrade.

In this broadcast of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh examine key international and domestic headlines. The conversation opens with the strategic significance of Chinese President Xi Jinping attending the BRICS summit and the key agenda items anticipated during bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, spanning border friction points from Galwan to Arunachal Pradesh and ongoing international trade imbalances. The episode also analyzes state-level politics in Punjab, focusing on the continued organizational distance between the Raja Warring and Charanjit Singh Channi factions of the Congress party, the village gherao encountered by a BJP delegation in Toor Banjara, and administrative shifts within the Aam Aadmi Party Political Affairs Committee. Finally, the program covers the Punjab and Haryana High Court ruling imposing a ten-day deadline on the Punjab government regarding employees pending Dearness Allowance arrears.

Unpredictable environmental shifts are transforming downstream river valleys across Northern India into high-risk disaster zones. On a special broadcast of Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Ranjodh Singh joined environmental commentator Harminder Dhillon to dissect the alarming realities behind the melting Himalayan glaciers flood risk. Rather than abstract, distant projections, the discussion emphasized how rapid glacial retreat directly threatens daily life, water systems, and infrastructure across Punjab and surrounding states. Recent disasters, such as the catastrophic glacial events in Nepal, prove that modern climate-induced catastrophes do not always arrive with the warning signs of traditional storms. Clear skies can turn into devastating torrents within seconds when high-altitude ice structures collapse. As Dhillon highlighted during the session, the Himalayan peaks serve as the direct headwaters for Northern India’s primary river systems, making upstream changes an urgent safety priority for downstream populations.

Start your morning with pure joy, emotional bonding, and the sweet voices of our young stars! Hosted by Nonia P Dayal and Krishna, this heartwarming episode of Laughter Therapy features kids calling in to share traditional Punjabi boliyan, hilarious jokes, and innocent stories about their day. From Tegh’s song about feeding birds to Fateh’s energetic boli, these little moments bring our community closer together and keep our mother tongue alive.

ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕਾ ਖਾਲਸਾ, ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਕੀ ਫਤਿਹ। ਸਾਡੇ ਅੱਜ ਦੇ ਇਸ ਖਾਸ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਅਸੀਂ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਪਹਿਲੇ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਦਿਹਾੜੇ ਦੇ ਪਾਵਨ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਅਤੇ ਉਸ ਰੂਹਾਨੀ ਸਾਂਝ ਬਾਰੇ ਵਿਚਾਰ ਕਰ ਰਹੇ ਹਾਂ ਜੋ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੇ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਲ ਜੋੜਦੀ ਹੈ। ਹੋਸਟ ਰਣਜੋਧ ਸਿੰਘ ਅਤੇ ਮਹਿਮਾਨ ਹਰਪਾਲ ਕੌਰ ਜੀ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਦੱਸਦੇ ਹਨ ਕਿ ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜਨ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਨੂੰ ਬਾਣੀ ਦਾ ਸੰਕਲਨ ਕਰਨ ਦੀ ਲੋੜ ਕਿਉਂ ਪਈ, ਕਿਵੇਂ ਸੱਚੀ ਬਾਣੀ ਨੂੰ ਕੱਚੀ ਬਾਣੀ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਖ ਕਰਕੇ ਸੰਭਾਲਿਆ ਗਿਆ ਅਤੇ ਬਾਬਾ ਬੁੱਢਾ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਪਹਿਲੇ ਗ੍ਰੰਥੀ ਦੀ ਸੇਵਾ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਨਿਭਾਈ। ਆਓ, ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਅਥਾਹ ਪਿਆਰ ਅਤੇ ਸਤਿਕਾਰ ਦੇ ਇਸ ਭਾਵੁਕ ਸਫ਼ਰ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜੀਏ।

Tune in to Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM with host Gautam Kapil for a comprehensive breakdown of the key news stories shaping our world. In this episode, we examine critical international developments, including maritime security shifts in the Red Sea and industrial emergencies in Asia and Africa. We also unpack the intense policy debate within Australia as state premiers push back against proposed federal migration cuts and international student caps, alongside infrastructure updates on Western Sydney’s multi-million-dollar metro development. Additionally, get up to speed on the upcoming BRICS Leaders Summit in New Delhi, significant administrative announcements in Punjab, and remarkable victories for Indian teams in cricket and field hockey. Keep up with factual, balanced, and timely community journalism designed to keep you informed wherever you are.

On this episode of Haanji Melbourne, hosts Ranjodh Singh and Krishna Bharadwaj open up a conversation that touches nearly every household in the community — the real cost of drink driving in Australia. They break down the strict zero tolerance BAC rules for learner, probationary and commercial drivers, the court fines, behavioural class costs, and the alcohol interlock system that can keep a licence suspended for up to 18 months. The episode also features heartbreaking real-life stories from callers, a look at how these laws could impact visa holders under Section 501 of the Migration Act, and a reminder of why a fifty dollar rideshare is always worth it. Tune in Thursday mornings from 10 AM to 12 PM on Radio Haanji.

ਸਤਿ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਅਕਾਲ ਜੀ! Start your morning with pure smiles and endless positivity on Radio Haanji’s ”Laughter Therapy.” In today’s beautiful episode, Ranjodh Singh and Krishna are joined by our little stars—Aarja, Tegh, Mannat, Fateh, Shreya, and more! Listen as they share their cute school commute struggles, hilarious Punjabi chutkule, and amazing life facts. Let’s celebrate our strong community bonding and the innocent joy of our children together! Listen free at haanji.com.au Radio Haanji App: iOS and Android

The heartbeat of Punjab is often felt most strongly in its vibrant, ever-evolving political landscape. As our community looks toward the horizon of the 2027 elections, the shifts and strategies unfolding today will deeply impact the social fabric we all share. In a recent broadcast on Radio Haanji, host Ranjodh Singh and guest Harpal Kaur sit down to unpack these vital developments, bringing us closer to the realities shaping our home. Navigating the complexities of a Punjab 2027 election strategy requires looking past the surface to understand the genuine motivations of key players. From newly launched anti-drug campaigns to quiet shifts in party leadership, the conversation reveals a community standing at a crossroads. This deeply resonant episode connects us not just to the news, but to what these changes mean for the future of our families and neighborhoods.

Meditation is often misunderstood as a purely mystical or magical cure-all, reserved exclusively for yogis or spiritual retreats. In reality, the practice is a practical, highly effective method for training focus and processing everyday stress. In a recent episode of The Deep Talk on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Gautam Kapil and Dr. Sandeep Kaur unpack the science of meditation. By examining its ancient roots alongside modern neurological research—including notable findings from Harvard University—the episode grounds mindfulness in empirical evidence, proving that sitting quietly does far more than just calm the nerves; it actively reshapes the human brain.

ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੇ ਸਫ਼ਰ ਵਿੱਚ, we often chase the illusion of a perfect path, constantly ignoring the profound blessings right in front of us. ਇਹ ਦਿਲ ਨੂੰ ਛੂਹ ਲੈਣ ਵਾਲੀ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਆਡੀਓ ਕਹਾਣੀ (punjabi audio kahani) ਇੱਕ ਗੁਰੂ ਅਤੇ ਉਸਦੇ ਚੇਲੇ ਦੇ ਪਵਿੱਤਰ ਅਤੇ ਗੂੜ੍ਹੇ ਰਿਸ਼ਤੇ ਦੀ ਬਾਤ ਪਾਉਂਦੀ ਹੈ। As they travel through rough, thorny terrains and dark, frightening forests, the young man is filled with restlessness. ਹਰ ਕਦਮ ’ਤੇ ਉਹ ਸ਼ਿਕਾਇਤ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਅੰਤ ਵਿੱਚ ਇੱਕ ਸਾਦੀ ਜਿਹੀ ਰੋਟੀ ਨੂੰ ਠੁਕਰਾ ਦਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਸਾਡੇ ਰਿਸ਼ਤੇ ਅਤੇ ਸਾਡੀਆਂ ਭਾਵਨਾਵਾਂ ਵੀ ਬਿਲਕੁਲ ਇਸੇ ਤਰ੍ਹਾਂ ਹਨ। We take life’s gentle gifts for granted, always demanding something better. ਪਰ ਜਦੋਂ ਭੁੱਖ ਅਤੇ ਥਕਾਵਟ ਆਪਣੀ ਸਿਖਰ ’ਤੇ ਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ, ਤਾਂ ਉਹੀ ਠੁਕਰਾਈ ਹੋਈ ਰੋਟੀ ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤ ਬਣ ਜਾਂਦੀ ਹੈ। ਅਸਲ ਵਿੱਚ, ਇਨਸਾਨ ਦੀਆਂ ਸ਼ਿਕਾਇਤਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਦੁੱਖਾਂ ਦੇ ਪਿੱਛੇ ਇੱਕ ਬਹੁਤ ਹੀ ਡੂੰਘੀ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ ਲੁਕੀ ਹੁੰਦੀ ਹੈ—ਕਿ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਮਿਲਣ ਵਾਲੀਆਂ ਠੋਕਰਾਂ ਹੀ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਅਸਲ ਵਿੱਚ ਜੀਣਾ ਸਿਖਾਉਂਦੀਆਂ ਹਨ। By accepting our present moment without resistance, we nurture a closer, more peaceful bond with ourselves and our loved ones. For more stories that deeply touch the soul, explore our Notebook series, or tune into your cultural roots with Des Punjab Ki Gal Kiche.

Punjab stands at a critical juncture where internal party friction, administrative standoffs, and deep-seated socio-economic challenges intersect. Understanding these shifting dynamics requires a clear look at both high-level governance and the realities facing families on the ground. On the Indian Updates broadcast by Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Ranjodh Singh and senior reporter Pritam Singh Rupal examined the state’s most pressing current affairs. Their analysis tied together leadership struggles within major political parties and the persistent challenges confronting Punjab’s communities. The discussion highlighted major developments shaping the state’s civic dialogue, notably the ongoing Punjab political developments and drug crisis that dominate both public sentiment and party agendas. From high-level party summits in New Delhi to localized unrest in Sangrur and coordinated employee walkouts across administrative departments, the broadcast provided a grounded perspective on issues often reduced to partisan talking points. By focusing on institutional accountability rather than political rhetoric, the broadcast unpacked the structural failures that allow illicit networks to flourish while communities struggle with loss. The following sections break down the core reporting, providing full context on party friction, law enforcement actions, civil service disruptions, and public health dilemmas.

ਸਵੇਰ ਦੀ ਸ਼ੁਰੂਆਤ ਜੇ ਖਿੜਖਿੜਾਉਂਦੇ ਹਾਸਿਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਮਾਸੂਮ ਬੋਲਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਹੋਵੇ, ਤਾਂ ਪੂਰਾ ਦਿਨ ਮਨ ਖੇੜੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਰਹਿੰਦਾ ਹੈ। On Radio Haanji 1674 AM, the morning segment of Laughter Therapy hosted by Ranjodh Singh turned ordinary commute hours across Melbourne into a family living room filled with warmth, nostalgia, and genuine community bonding. ਕੱਲ੍ਹ ਦੇ ਗੁੱਸੇ-ਗਿਲੇ, ਪਰੇਸ਼ਾਨੀਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਮਨ ਦੇ ਭਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਇੱਕ ਪਾਸੇ ਰੱਖ ਕੇ ਜਦੋਂ ਸਾਡੇ ਛੋਟੇ-ਛੋਟੇ ਬੱਚੇ ਰੇਡੀਓ ’ਤੇ ਆਪਣੀਆਂ ਮਾਸੂਮ ਬੁਝਾਰਤਾਂ ਤੇ ਚੁਟਕਲੇ ਸੁਣਾਉਂਦੇ ਹਨ, ਤਾਂ ਪਰਦੇਸਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਵੱਸਦੇ ਹਰ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ ਦੇ ਦਿਲ ਆਪਸੀ ਪਿਆਰ ਦੀ ਗੂੜ੍ਹੀ ਤੰਦ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਹਨ।

Whether it is sweeping digital reforms in Canberra, educational concerns, or a high-stakes standoff between the Punjab government and its employees, staying across local and global affairs is essential. On the latest episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji, host Gautam Kapil unpacks the stories shaping the week. The episode examines the Australian government’s push to regulate social media algorithms, political scrutiny surrounding Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and concerning educational data. The discussion also covers the latest on the pen-down strikes crippling administrative offices across Punjab and a comparison of global leadership salaries.

The rapid pace of administrative and political events across North India has brought several critical governance issues to the forefront. On Radio Haanji 1674 AM’s Indian Updates, host Ranjodh Singh and veteran analyst Pritam Singh Rupal examined a series of significant developments that highlight the ongoing frictions between state governance, public welfare, and executive accountability. From the tragic structural collapse of a student accommodation facility in South Delhi to the lifting of a week-long farmer blockade on the Chandigarh–Mohali border, the bulletin cut through political posturing to assess concrete outcomes. Alongside these events, the Punjab government’s decision to tap the open market for additional debt and an unprecedented executive boycott of the Punjab and Haryana High Court Chief Justice’s swearing-in ceremony have sparked intense constitutional and financial debate.

ਸਾਡੇ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਇੱਕ ਬੜੀ ਡੂੰਘੀ ਕਹਾਵਤ ਹੈ—”ਗੱਲਾਂ ਦੇ ਕੜਾਹ ਨਹੀਂ ਬਣਦੇ।” ਜਦੋਂ ਵੀ ਸਾਡੇ ਦਿਮਾਗ਼ ਵਿੱਚ ਕੋਈ ਵੱਡਾ ਵਿਚਾਰ ਆਉਂਦਾ ਹੈ, ਅਸੀਂ ਜ਼ਮੀਨ ’ਤੇ ਕੰਮ ਕਰਨ ਤੋਂ ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਹੀ ਚਾਰ ਚੁਫ਼ੇਰੇ ਢੰਡੋਰਾ ਪਿੱਟਣਾ ਸ਼ੁਰੂ ਕਰ ਦਿੰਦੇ ਹਾਂ। ਦੋਸਤਾਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਮਹਿਫ਼ਲਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਰੋੜਾਂ ਦੇ ਮਨਸੂਬੇ ਘੜਦੇ ਹਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸੋਸ਼ਲ ਮੀਡੀਆ ’ਤੇ ਪਹਿਲਾਂ ਹੀ ਜਿੱਤ ਦਾ ਐਲਾਨ ਕਰ ਦਿੰਦੇ ਹਾਂ। ਪਰ ਕੀ ਕਦੇ ਸੋਚਿਆ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਰੌਲੇ-ਰੱਪੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਸ਼ੁਰੂ ਹੋਏ ਬਹੁਤੇ ਸੁਪਨੇ ਅੱਧ-ਵਿਚਕਾਰ ਹੀ ਕਿਉਂ ਦਮ ਤੋੜ ਦਿੰਦੇ ਹਨ? ਰੇਡੀਓ ਹਾਂਜੀ ਦੇ ਖ਼ਾਸ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ ਕਿਤਾਬ ਕਹਾਣੀ (Kitaab Kahani) ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਸਟ ਰਣਜੋਧ ਸਿੰਘ (Ranjodh Singh) ਦੀ ਆਵਾਜ਼ ਵਿੱਚ ਪੇਸ਼ ਇਹ ਨਵੀਂ Punjabi Audio Story ”ਗੱਲਾਂ ਦੇ ਕੜਾਹ” ਹਰ ਉਸ ਨੌਜਵਾਨ ਦੇ ਦਿਲ ਦੀ ਬਾਤ ਕਰਦੀ ਹੈ ਜੋ ਵੱਡੇ ਸੁਪਨੇ ਤਾਂ ਵੇਖਦਾ ਹੈ, ਪਰ ’ਫੋਕੀ ਵਾਹ-ਵਾਹੀ’ ਦੇ ਜਾਲ ਵਿੱਚ ਫਸ ਕੇ ਅਸਲ ਮਿਹਨਤ ਤੋਂ ਦੂਰ ਹੋ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ।

Morning radio hits differently when it feels just like your family breakfast table. In the popular laughter therapy podcast radio haanji segment on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Sukh Parmar and Ranjodh Singh kick off Tuesday morning with a simple mantra: kal de gusse, gile, te pareshaaniyan nu ik paase rakh ke, din di shuruaat hasse naal kariye. Instead of scripted stand-up, the show relies on real, unscripted listener energy. School-bound kids and their commuting parents dial in directly from their cars, bringing classic Punjabi bujhartan (riddles), playful sibling fights, and playground jokes that connect the Punjabi diaspora across Australia and worldwide.

A fast-paced morning news cycle demands clarity across geopolitical borders, national administrative policies, and grassroots community struggles. In the September 8 morning edition of radio haanji today updates, seasoned journalist and broadcaster Gautam Kapil delivers an expansive briefing on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, dissecting critical stories across global disaster relief, Indian institutional accountability, Punjab’s civic developments, and Australia’s domestic political battles.

International students across Australia are facing significant administrative adjustments following federal policy interventions that reshape academic course transfers. On Episode 7 of Immi Talk, broadcast on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil sat down with Registered Migration Agent Vipul Goyal (MARN: 2418571) from Bansal Immigration to unpack the australia graduate diploma visa changes and their immediate legal implications. In accordance with Australian law, immigration advice must be delivered by registered practitioners bound by statutory consumer protection standards, ensuring that prospective migrants receive accurate, authorized guidance.

Navigating property ownership requires distinguishing between alarmist headlines and underlying market mechanics. On a recent broadcast of Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil sat down with seasoned property developer and wealth advisor Ninder Sidhu to examine the current state of wealth generation across the nation. At the core of their discussion was a realistic assessment of modern Australian real estate investment strategy—a landscape defined not by uniform national trends, but by acute housing shortages, shifting fiscal policies, and persistent market fragmentation. For aspiring buyers and seasoned investors alike, the traditional pathway of stretching personal finances to purchase a dream home has become increasingly fraught. Sidhu pointed out that achieving financial independence demands an objective, business-minded approach rather than emotional decision-making. By dissecting borrowing limits, taxation, and localized supply metrics, the conversation revealed why blanket assumptions about market growth no longer hold true in the post-pandemic economic environment.

A sheer mass of ancient glacial ice breaking loose high in the mountains does far more than reshape local geography—it sends shockwaves felt across international seismic networks. In this edition of the Climate Change Special on Radio Haanji, hosts Harminder Dhillon and Ranjodh Singh unpack the recent Nepal glacier collapse climate crisis. Moving past vague generalisations about shifting weather, the hosts connect volatile seasonal patterns in Western nations directly to the catastrophic structural failures unfolding in the high Himalayas. Harminder Dhillon, a key contributor to Radio Haanji’s environmental and community programming, offers an evidence-grounded look at the mechanics behind high-altitude disasters. Together, Dhillon and Singh trace the sequence of events that transformed a detached ice formation into a lethal, high-speed wall of water and silt. Their dialogue moves from the immediate physical devastation to the broader ethical dilemma of worldwide carbon accountability.

ਕੀ ਕਾਨੂੰਨ ਅਤੇ ਅਨੁਸ਼ਾਸਨ ਇਨਸਾਨੀ ਭਾਵਨਾਵਾਂ ਤੋਂ ਵੀ ਵੱਡੇ ਹੋ ਸਕਦੇ ਹਨ? ਅੱਜ ਦੇ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਸੁਣੋ ਵਿਸ਼ਵ ਪ੍ਰਸਿੱਧ ਲੇਖਕ ਮਾਰਕ ਟਵੇਨ (Mark Twain) ਦੀ ਕਲਾਸਿਕ ਰਚਨਾ ’ਦ ਡੈੱਥ ਡਿਸਕ’ (The Death Disk) ਦਾ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਰੂਪਾਂਤਰਨ — ”ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ, ਮੌਤ ਤੇ ਇੱਕ ਬੱਚੀ”। ਇਹ ਕਹਾਣੀ ਹੈ 17ਵੀਂ ਸਦੀ ਦੇ ਤਿੰਨ ਜਾਂਬਾਜ਼ ਫ਼ੌਜੀਆਂ ਦੀ, ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਵਿੱਚੋਂ ਕਿਸੇ ਇੱਕ ਨੂੰ ਮੌਤ ਦੀ ਸਜ਼ਾ ਮਿਲਣੀ ਤੈਅ ਸੀ। ਪਰ ਕਿਸਮਤ ਨੇ ਅਜਿਹਾ ਪਲਟਾ ਮਾਰਿਆ ਕਿ ਇੱਕ 8 ਸਾਲਾਂ ਦੀ ਮਾਸੂਮ ਬੱਚੀ ਐਬੀ ਆਪਣੇ ਪਿਤਾ ਲਈ ਅਣਜਾਣੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਮੌਤ ਦੀ ਲਾਲ ਮੋਹਰ ਚੁਣ ਲੈਂਦੀ ਹੈ। ਕੀ ਫ਼ੌਜੀ ਅਫ਼ਸਰ ਇੱਕ ਮਾਸੂਮ ਬੱਚੀ ਦੇ ਹੱਥੋਂ ਉਸ ਦੇ ਪਿਓ ਨੂੰ ਫ਼ਾਂਸੀ ਚੜ੍ਹਾਉਣਗੇ? ਇਹ ਜਾਣਨ ਲਈ ਜ਼ਰੂਰ ਸੁਣੋ ਇਹ ਭਾਵੁਕ ਅਤੇ ਦਿਲ ਨੂੰ ਛੂਹਣ ਵਾਲਾ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ।

In this edition of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, Ranjodh Singh and Pritam Singh Rupal analyse the Punjab Cabinet’s resolution objecting to the new High Court Chief Justice appointment, the latest Chandigarh-Mohali farmer union negotiations, and the campus controversy at IIT Mandi.

Tune in to the complete broadcast of Laughter Therapy with Ranjodh Singh and Yash on Radio Haanji 1674 AM to enjoy the full lineup of children’s riddles, jokes, and family reflections. Download the official Radio Haanji application or stream the episode on Spotify and Apple Podcasts to stay connected with everyday diaspora stories and uplifting community laughter.

The morning bulletin on Radio Haanji 1674 AM brought listeners an expansive briefing across national policy, local infrastructure, subcontinent developments and international diplomacy. Anchored live with phone-in analysis from Melbourne commentator Gautam Kapil, this Radio Haanji news update examined how rapidly shifting economic pressures and regulatory frameworks directly impact communities across Australia and abroad.

Today’s Update brings you the stories that matter — a tense rescue operation at Nepal’s Trishuli 3A tunnel, a commemorative Trump coin that sold out in hours, escalating US-Iran allegations, and Estonia’s defense minister stepping down. Plus India’s ISRO satellite launch, Australia’s housing and infrastructure updates, and the latest from the Women’s Asia Cup. Tune in with Gautam Kapil on Radio Haanji 1674 AM.

You’ve probably had days where you were at your desk for eight hours straight and still felt like you got nothing done. That’s not a discipline problem. According to the hosts of Boys Meetup, it’s a focus problem — and the data backs them up. Pure, high-intensity concentration tends to last only about an hour to ninety minutes across an entire workday, no matter how long you’re clocked in for. In a recent episode, hosts Krishna and Balkirat pulled apart the hard work vs smart work debate using something most productivity content skips entirely: real numbers. Australian Bureau of Statistics data, sports performance psychology, and a handful of well-known self-help frameworks all get stitched together into one argument — that presence at a desk and actual output are two very different things. This piece walks through what they covered, why it holds up, and how to actually use it.

Avtar Singh Sandhu, known universally by his pen name Pash, remains one of the most polarizing and powerful figures in modern South Asian literature. Born on September 9, 1950, in Talwandi Salem, Jalandhar, he emerged as a fearless voice against state oppression and right-wing extremism. While many poets of his era relied on traditional romanticism, Pash wielded his words like a weapon, challenging the establishment with an intellectual ferocity that forever altered the landscape of Punjabi poetry.

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji, host Krishna and political analyst Pritam Singh Rupal review the most pressing stories from Punjab and across India. The discussion opens with an objective analysis of the controversy surrounding Raghav Chadha’s voter registration and explains how the Election Commission’s Special Summary Revision actually functions. Next, they examine the Supreme Court of India’s landmark verdict clarifying that Bar Councils have no disciplinary jurisdiction over law students involved in campus protests. The episode also explores the intricate alliance dynamics between the BJP and Akali Dal factions in Punjab, highlighting seat-sharing disputes and leadership challenges. Finally, the broadcast touches upon the growing discontent among Punjab government employees over pending Dearness Allowance arrears and proposed pay pattern shifts. Tune in for clear, balanced, and insightful commentary on today’s major political and administrative developments.

Start your morning with boundless cheer and infectious laughter on this special episode of Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji 1674 AM with RJ Krishna and Nonia P Dayal. In this fun packed broadcast, our young stars call in to share clever riddles, hilarious one liners, and traditional Punjabi boliyan that light up the studio. From relatable school banter and witty observations to warm family conversations, this episode captures the vibrant spirit of the Australian Indian diaspora. Tune in to experience wholesome community vibes, high energy humor, and genuine moments of connection that make mornings brighter across Melbourne and beyond.

In this episode of Today Update on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil covers the key international and national stories shaping our world. From the hate crime investigation at a mosque in Surrey, Canada, to Giorgia Meloni setting an Italian governing milestone, and escalating military exchanges in the Middle East, we provide thorough, verified analysis. Closer to home, we explore major changes to Australian student visa routes, the reallocation of one billion dollars to Victorian road projects, NSW Fair Trading cracking down on underquoting, and Smriti Mandhana smashing a century against Hong Kong in women cricket. Tune in to stay connected with essential updates for the Indian and Punjabi diaspora across Melbourne and Australia.

ਸਮੁੱਚੀ ਲੋਕਾਈ ਨੂੰ ਸਾਂਝੀਵਾਲਤਾ, ਬਰਾਬਰੀ ਅਤੇ ਸਰਬੱਤ ਦੇ ਭਲੇ ਦਾ ਪਾਵਨ ਸੰਦੇਸ਼ ਦੇਣ ਵਾਲੇ ਧੰਨ ਧੰਨ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਦੇ ਇਕਲੌਤੇ ਅਜਿਹੇ ਧਾਰਮਿਕ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਹਨ, ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਜੁਗੋ-ਜੁਗ ਅਟੱਲ ਗੁਰੂ ਦਾ ਰੁਤਬਾ ਹਾਸਲ ਹੈ। ਸਿੱਖ ਪੰਥ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦੇ ਜੀਵਨ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜੇ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਦਿਹਾੜੇ, ਗੁਰਿਆਈ ਦਿਵਸ ਅਤੇ ਜੋਤੀ-ਜੋਤਿ ਪੁਰਬ ਬੜੀ ਸ਼ਰਧਾ ਅਤੇ ਸਤਿਕਾਰ ਨਾਲ ਮਨਾਏ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਹਨ। ਇਸੇ ਤਰ੍ਹਾਂ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਨਾਲ ਸਬੰਧਤ ਤਿੰਨ ਪ੍ਰਮੁੱਖ ਦਿਹਾੜੇ ਖ਼ਾਸ ਅਹਿਮੀਅਤ ਰੱਖਦੇ ਹਨ: ਪਹਿਲਾ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਦਿਹਾੜਾ (ਆਦਿ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦਾ ਪਹਿਲਾ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼) ਸੰਪੂਰਨਤਾ ਦਿਵਸ (ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੀ ਸੰਪੂਰਨ ਰੂਪ ਵਿੱਚ ਤਿਆਰੀ) ਗੁਰਿਆਈ ਦਿਵਸ (ਸ਼ਬਦ ਗੁਰੂ ਨੂੰ ਗੁਰਗੱਦੀ ਸੌਂਪਣ ਦਾ ਦਿਨ) ਆਦਿ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦਾ ਪਹਿਲਾ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ (1604 ਈ.) ਪੰਜਵੇਂ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜਨ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤਸਰ ਵਿਖੇ ਰਾਮਸਰ ਸਰੋਵਰ ਦੇ ਕੰਢੇ ਭਾਈ ਗੁਰਦਾਸ ਜੀ ਪਾਸੋਂ ਪਾਵਨ ਬਾਣੀ ਦੀ ਸੰਪਾਦਨਾ ਕਰਵਾਈ। ਇਸ ਪਾਵਨ ਬੀੜ ਵਿੱਚ ਪਹਿਲੇ ਪੰਜ ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬਾਨ ਦੀ ਬਾਣੀ, ਭਗਤ ਸਾਹਿਬਾਨ, ਭੱਟ ਸਾਹਿਬਾਨ ਅਤੇ ਗੁਰਸਿੱਖਾਂ ਦੀ ਬਾਣੀ ਨੂੰ ਇਕੱਤਰ ਕੀਤਾ ਗਿਆ। ਸੰਪਾਦਨਾ ਤੋਂ ਉਪਰੰਤ ਸੰਨ 1604 ਈਸਵੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਸੱਚਖੰਡ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਹਰਿਮੰਦਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਵਿਖੇ ਆਦਿ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਜੀ ਦਾ ਪਹਿਲਾ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਕੀਤਾ ਗਿਆ। ਬਾਬਾ ਬੁੱਢਾ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਪਹਿਲੇ ਹੈੱਡ ਗ੍ਰੰਥੀ ਦੀ ਸੇਵਾ ਨਿਭਾਈ ਅਤੇ ਸੰਗਤਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਪਹਿਲਾ ਮੁੱਖਵਾਕ ਸਰਵਣ ਕਰਵਾਇਆ। ਸੰਪੂਰਨਤਾ ਦਿਵਸ ਦਾ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ (1706 ਈ.) ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜਨ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਸੰਪਾਦਿਤ ਕੀਤੀ ਗਈ ਅਸਲ ਬੀੜ ਕਰਤਾਰਪੁਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਵਿਖੇ ਧੀਰਮੱਲ ਦੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ ਕੋਲ ਸੀ, ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੇ ਬੀੜ ਦੇਣ ਤੋਂ ਸਾਫ਼ ਇਨਕਾਰ ਕਰ ਦਿੱਤਾ। ਅਨੰਦਪੁਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਛੱਡਣ ਅਤੇ ਮੁਕਤਸਰ ਦੀ ਜੰਗ ਤੋਂ ਬਾਅਦ ਜਦੋਂ ਦਸਮ ਪਿਤਾ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਸਾਬੋ ਕੀ ਤਲਵੰਡੀ (ਤਖ਼ਤ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਦਮਦਮਾ ਸਾਹਿਬ) ਪਹੁੰਚੇ, ਤਾਂ ਇੱਥੇ ਪਾਵਨ ਬੀੜ ਨੂੰ ਸੰਪੂਰਨਤਾ ਬਖ਼ਸ਼ੀ ਗਈ। ਲਿਖਣਹਾਰੇ ਅਤੇ ਸੇਵਾ: ਗੁਰਦੁਆਰਾ ਲਿਖਣਸਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦੇ ਅਸਥਾਨ ’ਤੇ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਰਸਨਾ ਤੋਂ ਸਮੁੱਚੀ ਬਾਣੀ ਉਚਾਰਨ ਕੀਤੀ ਅਤੇ ਭਾਈ ਮਨੀ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਲਿਖਾਰੀ ਵਜੋਂ ਸੇਵਾ ਨਿਭਾਈ। ਬਾਬਾ ਦੀਪ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਕਲਮਾਂ ਘੜਨ ਅਤੇ ਸਿਆਹੀ ਦੀ ਸੇਵਾ ਕੀਤੀ ਗਈ। ਨੌਵੇਂ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹ ਦੀ ਬਾਣੀ ਦਰਜ ਹੋਣਾ: ਗੁਰੂ ਅਰਜਨ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਵੇਲੇ ਨੌਵੇਂ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਤੇਗ ਬਹਾਦਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦਾ ਪ੍ਰਗਟਾਵਾ ਨਹੀਂ ਹੋਇਆ ਸੀ। ਦਸਮ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹ ਨੇ 1706 ਈਸਵੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਨੌਵੇਂ ਮਹਲੇ ਦੀ ਬਾਣੀ ਇਸ ਪਾਵਨ ਸਰੂਪ ਵਿੱਚ ਦਰਜ ਕਰਵਾ ਕੇ ਇਸ ਨੂੰ ਸੰਪੂਰਨ ਰੂਪ ਬਖ਼ਸ਼ਿਆ। ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਦੀ ਕਥਾ: ਇਸੇ ਪਾਵਨ ਧਰਤੀ ’ਤੇ ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਨੇ ਸੰਪੂਰਨ ਗੁਰਬਾਣੀ ਦੀ ਕਥਾ ਵੀ ਸਰਵਣ ਕਰਵਾਈ। ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ 40 ਸਿੰਘਾਂ ਨੇ ਇਹ ਪੂਰਨ ਕਥਾ ਸੁਣੀ, ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਮੁਕਤਿਆਂ ਵਜੋਂ ਸਤਿਕਾਰਿਆ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ। ਬਚੀਆਂ ਹੋਈਆਂ ਕਲਮਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸਿਆਹੀ ਨੂੰ ਸਰੋਵਰ ਵਿੱਚ ਪਾਉਂਦਿਆਂ ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਨੇ ਬਚਨ ਕੀਤੇ ਸਨ ਕਿ ਜੋ ਵੀ ਇਸ ਅਸਥਾਨ ’ਤੇ ਇਸ਼ਨਾਨ ਕਰੇਗਾ, ਉਸ ਦੀ ਬੁੱਧੀ ਵਿਦਵਾਨਾਂ ਵਾਂਗ ਤੀਖਣ ਹੋਵੇਗੀ। ਗੁਰਤਾਗੱਦੀ ਦਿਵਸ (1708 ਈ.) ਸੰਨ 1708 ਈਸਵੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਨਾਂਦੇੜ (ਮਹਾਰਾਸ਼ਟਰ) ਦੀ ਧਰਤੀ ’ਤੇ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਨੂੰ ਮੱਥਾ ਟੇਕ ਕੇ ਸਮੁੱਚੇ ਸਿੱਖ ਪੰਥ ਨੂੰ ਦੇਹਧਾਰੀ ਪਰੰਪਰਾ ਖ਼ਤਮ ਕਰਦਿਆਂ ਹੁਕਮ ਸੁਣਾਇਆ: ਸਭ ਸਿੱਖਨ ਕਉ ਹੁਕਮ ਹੈ ਗੁਰੂ ਮਾਨਿਓ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ॥ ਪਾਵਨ ਸਰੂਪ ਦੀ ਬਣਤਰ ਦਮਦਮੀ ਸਰੂਪ ਹੀ ਅੱਜ ਸਮੁੱਚੇ ਗੁਰਦੁਆਰਾ ਸਾਹਿਬਾਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਸੁਭਾਇਮਾਨ ਹੈ। ਇਸ ਪਾਵਨ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਵਿੱਚ ਦਰਜ ਹੈ: 6 ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬਾਨ ਦੀ ਪਵਿੱਤਰ ਬਾਣੀ 15 ਭਗਤ ਸਾਹਿਬਾਨ ਦੇ ਸ਼ਬਦ 11 ਭੱਟ ਸਾਹਿਬਾਨ ਦੇ ਸਵਈਏ 4 ਗੁਰਸਿੱਖਾਂ ਦੀ ਬਾਣੀ ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗ੍ਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਸੱਚ, ਨਾਮ ਸਿਮਰਨ ਅਤੇ ਮਨੁੱਖਤਾ ਦੇ ਭਲੇ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜ ਕੇ ਜੀਵਨ ਸਫਲ ਕਰਨ ਦਾ ਮਾਰਗ ਦਰਸਾਉਂਦੇ ਹਨ।

ਸਵੇਰ ਦੀ ਤਾਜ਼ਗੀ ਅਤੇ ਚਿਹਰੇ ’ਤੇ ਮੁਸਕਾਨ ਲਿਆਉਣ ਲਈ Radio Haanji 1674 AM ਦਾ ਮਸ਼ਹੂਰ ਸ਼ੋਅ Laughter Therapy ਹਮੇਸ਼ਾ ਵਾਂਗ ਅੱਜ ਵੀ ਖਾਸ ਰਿਹਾ। ਹੋਸਟ Krishna ਅਤੇ Balkirat ਨਾਲ ਇਸ ਸਵੇਰ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਭਰ ਵਿੱਚੋਂ ਸਕੂਲ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਜੁੜ ਕੇ ਖੂਬ ਰੰਗ ਬੰਨ੍ਹਿਆ। ਹਾਸਿਆਂ, ਮਾਸੂਮ ਸ਼ਰਾਰਤਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਵਿਰਸੇ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜੀਆਂ ਬੁਝਾਰਤਾਂ ਨੇ ਹਰ ਸੁਣਨ ਵਾਲੇ ਦਾ ਦਿਲ ਮੋਹ ਲਿਆ।

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji, host Pritam Singh Rupal covers today’s major national developments across India. We explore the appointment of former Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra as the Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust following an administrative overhaul. We also discuss the escalating standoff between the Enforcement Directorate and Punjab Police over FIR registrations, AAP leader Aman Arora’s statements, widespread concerns over voter roll deletions during the Special Intensive Revision process, the ongoing Chandigarh farmer demonstrations, and key regional developments. Tune in for objective, comprehensive analysis of the stories shaping the nation.

Join host Gautam Kapil on Today Updates by Radio Haanji 1674 AM for a complete breakdown of the day’s biggest developments. This episode covers the Dutch central bank pulling 86 tonnes of gold reserves out of North America, rising military tensions across the Middle East, and natural disaster relief operations in Nepal. In domestic news, we analyse Australia’s discussions in Washington regarding national defence spending, debate proposed tobacco excise reforms, examine federal funding shifts impacting independent schools, and review economic initiatives across Western Australia. Tune in for insightful, independent journalism directly connecting the Australian and global Punjabi community.

For thousands of people waiting on a visa decision across Australia, three letters have quietly replaced a name they’d grown used to hearing on the radio and in migration agents’ offices: ART. In a recent episode of Immi Talk, broadcast on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Balkirat Aulakh sat down with migration expert Arun Bansal of Bansal Immigration Australia to walk listeners through exactly what the Administrative Review Tribunal is, how it replaced the Administrative Appeals Tribunal in October 2024, and — more importantly — what it actually feels like to have a case sitting in its system right now.

Join hosts Harmeet Toor and Ranjodh Singh on The Talk Show, broadcast from Radio Haanji 1674 AM Melbourne, as they dissect the critical challenges surrounding the Victorian property and rental crisis. This episode breaks down the realities of record-low vacancy rates across metropolitan councils, statutory limits on rent increases, landlord compliance requirements, and practical advice on navigating housing debt. The team also addresses local community safety concerns in emerging outer suburbs following recent residential break-ins. Turning to Australian history, the program revisits the infamous September 2, 1984 Milperra Father’s Day shootout between rival motorcycle clubs and examines how the tragedy fundamentally altered Australian firearms and public safety legislation.

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Ranjodh Singh and Pritam Singh Rupal dissect the critical headlines shaping India today. The discussion starts with the Punjab government filing a Special Leave Petition in the Supreme Court against the High Court order to release 14,191 crore rupees in pending Dearness Allowance arrears to state employees. The hosts delve into the fiscal debate, political campaign promises, and civil service pay structures. The bulletin also unpacks the electoral roll controversy in Jharkhand where booth officials rejected bulk Form 7 submissions targeting minority community voters during the Special Summary Revision. In national legal developments, the Supreme Court quashed FIRs against student protesters under Article 142, prompting the withdrawal of the planned September 5 Delhi demonstration. Finally, the show reviews the ground reality of the seven-day Samyukta Kisan Morcha sit-in in Sector 48, Chandigarh, alongside BKU Ekta Ugrahan demonstrations across Punjab concerning trade agreements, MSP legal guarantees, and land acquisition compensation.

ਮੋਹ ਦੀ ਤੰਦ | Moh Di Tand — ਇੱਕ ਬਜ਼ੁਰਗ ਦਾਦੀ ਦੀਆਂ ਨਮ ਅੱਖਾਂ, ਗੁਆਚੀ ਪੋਤੀ ਸੀਰਤ ਦੀ ਉਡੀਕ ਅਤੇ ਸੁਖਮਨੀ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਦੇ ਪਾਠ ਦੌਰਾਨ ਬਣੀ ਇੱਕ ਅਣਭੋਲ ਰੂਹਾਨੀ ਸਾਂਝ। ਇਹ ਭਾਵੁਕ ਕਹਾਣੀ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਸੋਚਣ ਲਈ ਮਜਬੂਰ ਕਰਦੀ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਕੀ ਨਵੀਂ ਜ਼ਿੰਦਗੀ ਦੀ ਭਾਲ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਾਨੂੰ ਪਾਲਣ ਵਾਲੇ ਬਜ਼ੁਰਗਾਂ ਦਾ ਮੋਹ ਵਿਸਾਰ ਦੇਣਾ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ? ਸੁਣੋ ਇਹ ਦਿਲ ਨੂੰ ਛੂਹ ਲੈਣ ਵਾਲੀ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਆਡੀਓ ਕਹਾਣੀ।

Start your morning with pure smiles on this edition of Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji 1674 AM! Hosts Sukh Parmar & Ranjodh Singh welcome young diaspora stars who bring clever Punjabi bujharatan (ਬੁਝਾਰਤਾਂ), hilarious desi chutkule, traditional boliyan, and innocent laughs straight to the airwaves. From riddles about the samosa and clouds to witty family jokes, this episode is the ultimate mood booster for kids and parents alike. Also featuring community birthday greetings, Melbourne traffic updates, and gold rate reports. Listen free at haanji.com.au Radio Haanji App: iOS and Android

In this comprehensive news briefing, we cover the top global and local stories shaping the headlines. Explore the latest CoreLogic data revealing house price drops across 90% of Australian suburbs, growing nationwide community resistance against massive AI data centres, and updates from DFAT regarding Australian citizens caught in the Nepal flood disaster. We also discuss international developments, including the Las Vegas jury verdict in the 1996 Tupac Shakur murder trial, Canada’s federal by-election results, and diplomatic speeches at the SCO Summit. Tune in for thorough analysis and balanced reporting.

In 1953, a young man known publicly only by his initials, H.M., underwent brain surgery to stop severe seizures — and woke up unable to form a single new memory for the rest of his life. He could hold a conversation, then forget it had ever happened the moment he looked away. His case became one of the most cited in the history of neuroscience, because it proved something doctors had only suspected: memory isn’t stored in one place in the brain, and losing the right piece of tissue can erase your ability to build a future at all. Understanding how human memory works matters far beyond textbook curiosity. It shapes how we study, how we age, how we grieve, and how confidently we can trust our own recollection of events. As Dr. Sandeep Kaur explained on Radio Haanji’s Deep Talk Show, memory isn’t a single system but a distributed, reconstructive process spread across trillions of synapses — closer to a puzzle than a video recording. This article walks through what memory is, how it forms, why children can’t remember infancy, and what actually works to strengthen recall — grounded in both classical philosophy and modern neuroscience.

In this episode of Indian Update on Radio Haanji, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh provide an in-depth review of key global and regional news developments. The discussion covers Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s bilateral meetings with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at the SCO summit in Bishkek. The show also evaluates the diplomatic debate surrounding the Permanent Court of Arbitration ruling on the Indus Waters Treaty, the National Commission for Scheduled Castes directive involving Punjab Congress chief Raja Warring, the Haldwani political controversy, and BJP Punjab incharge Satish Poonia’s assessment of state affairs.

Start your morning with pure laughter and warm Spring vibes on Radio Haanji 1674 AM! In this episode of Laughter Therapy with Sukh Parmar and Ranjodh Singh, enjoy sweet and hilarious interactions with young callers sharing witty Punjabi bujharatan, clever school jokes, traditional Giddha boliyan, and an adult caller’s rib-tickling comic poem on modern beauty parlours. Listen live and explore more episodes at haanji.com.au or download the Radio Haanji App on iOS & Android.

In this edition of Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil delivers a detailed roundup of the top headlines shaping our world today. Prime Minister Narendra Modi participates in vital diplomatic engagements at the SCO Summit in Bishkek with global leaders, while humanitarian relief efforts accelerate in response to severe flooding in Nepal and Tibet. In Australia, national property market valuations experience a notable shift, Queensland implements strict new e-bike road safety regulations, and public discussions continue over state transport infrastructure and community holiday proposals. Finally, in sports, football legend Lionel Messi calls time on his international career with Argentina, and the US Open witnesses a major opening-round upset in New York. Tune in to Radio Haanji 1674 AM for accurate, timely, and comprehensive reporting.

Get ready for an energetic and unfiltered discussion on Boys Meetup with your favorite hosts Krishna and Balkirat on Radio Haanji 1674 AM. In this episode, the duo dives straight into the chaotic realities of modern daily routines, why being busy has become an artificial status symbol, and how the sunk cost fallacy traps people in dead-end commitments. From breaking down the history of the 8-hour workday to discussing decision fatigue, massive financial loans, artificial intelligence hype, and setting solid personal boundaries, this session is packed with relatable insights, witty banter, and cultural connections. Tune in, recharge your perspective, and discover how to slow down in a fast-paced world.

ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕਦੇ ਸੋਚਿਆ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਅਸੀਂ ਜਿਸ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਨੂੰ ਅਸਲੀਅਤ ਮੰਨਦੇ ਹਾਂ, ਉਹ ਸਿਰਫ਼ ਇੱਕ ਮਾਇਆਜਾਲ ਜਾਂ ਸਮਾਜਿਕ ਭਰਮ ਤਾਂ ਨਹੀਂ? 20ਵੀਂ ਸਦੀ ਦੇ ਮਹਾਨ ਦਾਰਸ਼ਨਿਕ ਅਤੇ ਅਧਿਆਤਮਕ ਚਿੰਤਕ ਜਾਰਜ ਗੁਰਜੀਫ਼ (George Gurdjieff) ਦੀ ਇਹ ਪ੍ਰਸਿੱਧ ਕਹਾਣੀ ਇਨਸਾਨੀ ਮਾਨਸਿਕਤਾ, ਅਚੇਤਨਤਾ ਅਤੇ ਸਮਾਜਿਕ ਬੰਧਨਾਂ ਦੀ ਡੂੰਘੀ ਪਰਤ ਨੂੰ ਖੋਲ੍ਹਦੀ ਹੈ। Radio Haanji ਦੀ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਪੇਸ਼ਕਸ਼ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਆਡੀਓ ਕਹਾਣੀ (Punjabi Audio Story) ਵਿੱਚ ਅੱਜ ਅਸੀਂ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਆਏ ਹਾਂ ਇੱਕ ਅਜਿਹੀ ਦਾਸਤਾਨ, ਜੋ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਦਿਲ ਅਤੇ ਦਿਮਾਗ਼ ਨੂੰ ਝੰਜੋੜ ਕੇ ਰੱਖ ਦੇਵੇਗੀ।

Start your day with joy, innocent smiles, and authentic Punjabi comedy on Australia’s favorite Indian radio station, Radio Haanji 1674 AM! In this special 31 August episode of Laughter Therapy, hosts Ranjodh Singh and Yashpreet welcome lively young callers from across Melbourne and Australia:

Tune into today’s edition of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM with host Ranjodh Singh and veteran analyst Pritam Singh Rupal. This episode offers an in-depth analytical breakdown of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official visit to Central Asia for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, the historic significance of the ancient Silk Route for regional trade, and India’s multilateral balancing act with global leaders. The discussion also covers RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat’s address at Madison Square Garden, the rescheduling of the NEET-PG exam in Jaipur due to technical issues, positive environmental data showing groundwater recovery in 95 Punjab blocks, and political debates surrounding Discovery Channel’s multi-language documentary on Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

Welcome to today’s edition of Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosted by veteran media broadcaster Gautam Kapil. In this news roundup, we examine the devastating flash flood crisis across Nepal and Tibet, where hundreds of workers remain trapped in hydro project tunnels and rescue teams operate against secondary landslide risks. We also unpack the geopolitical movements surrounding Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s bilateral visit to Uzbekistan and his arrival in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. Our global reporting covers Iceland’s historic referendum vote against rejoining the European Union, the tragic maritime disaster off the coast of Northern Cyprus, and evolving political statements across Western Asia. On the home front in India, we look at national exam administration challenges and regional infrastructure debates. Stay informed with unbiased analysis and comprehensive global news tailored for the South Asian diaspora. Tune in daily on Radio Haanji 1674 AM for in-depth coverage of world events.

ਇਸ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਪੋਡਕਾਸਟ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਸੁਣੋ ’ਸਾਚਾ ਗੁਰੂ ਲਾਧੋ ਰੇ’ ਦਿਹਾੜੇ ਦਾ ਪਾਵਨ ਇਤਿਹਾਸ। ਜਾਣੋ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਅੱਠਵੇਂ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਹਰਿਕ੍ਰਿਸ਼ਨ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਬਚਨਾਂ ”ਬਾਬਾ ਬਸੈ ਗ੍ਰਾਮ ਬਕਾਲੇ” ਤੋਂ ਬਾਅਦ ਨੌਵੇਂ ਪਾਤਸ਼ਾਹ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਤੇਗ ਬਹਾਦਰ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਬਾਬਾ ਬਕਾਲਾ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਵਿਖੇ ਪ੍ਰਗਟ ਹੋਏ। ਭਾਈ ਮੱਖਣ ਸ਼ਾਹ ਲੁਬਾਣਾ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਸੰਕਟ, ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਅਰਦਾਸ ਅਤੇ 22 ਪਖੰਡੀ ਮੰਜੀਆਂ ਦੇ ਭੇਦ ਖੁੱਲ੍ਹਣ ਦੀ ਸਮੁੱਚੀ ਗਾਥਾ ਸਰਵਣ ਕਰੋ।

There is a particular kind of hurt that shows up quietly, not when someone refuses to help you, but when they simply don’t think to. You remember every time you dropped everything for them. They don’t remember needing to return the favour, because in their mind, there was never a ledger to begin with. This is the emotional territory at the centre of setting healthy boundaries in relationships, and it is far more common, and far more complicated, than most conversations about boundaries let on. This topic formed the heart of a recent open-line discussion on The Talk Show, hosted by Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh on Radio Haanji 1674 AM Melbourne, Australia’s Punjabi and Hindi community radio station. Callers and listeners shared their own experiences of giving without receiving, prompting a wider conversation about the psychology behind why we help, and what it costs us when that help is never returned.

Start your morning with smiles, cultural warmth, and non-stop laughter on Australia’s favorite Punjabi radio station, Radio Haanji 1674 AM! In this special 28 August episode of Laughter Therapy, hosts Nonia P Dayal and Krishna celebrate the joyous occasion of Raksha Bandhan (ਰੱਖੜੀ) and Purnima with cheerful young callers and listeners across Australia. Tune in as our little stars—Shreya, Mannat, Fateh Singh, Asees Kaur, Arnav, Taj, Gurbaz, Tavneet, Sardar Ji, and Ashleen—fill the airwaves with innocent sibling banter, Rakhi demands, Book Week costumes (Belle, Cinderella, and Dinosaurs), and energetic traditional Punjabi boliyan. Plus, enjoy side-splitting comedy and quick-witted jokes with regular caller Basant Lal!

Tune in to today’s episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM with hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh as they bring you in-depth coverage of major headlines from South Asia. This episode covers the tragic flash floods and landslides in Nepal that have impacted hundreds of pilgrims and citizens, the massive Maha Hartal staged by over 300,000 Punjab government employees, the political fallout surrounding corporate debt settlements, and key concerns regarding parliamentary delimitation. Stay connected with credible news, insightful analysis, and community perspectives designed for the global Indian and Punjabi diaspora.

Radio Haanji presents Today Updates hosted by Gautam Kapil on 28 August 2026. This comprehensive news edition brings you critical global headlines, Australian national developments, Indian regional updates, and sports analysis. Key topics covered include the catastrophic flood situation in the Nepal-Tibet region following a massive glacial collapse, international rescue operations, and Australia pledging 5 million dollars in emergency relief assistance. We also examine major Australian policy discussions from the Bush Summit in Dubbo, focusing on immigration intake targets, housing shortages, labor demand across regional areas, and the ongoing federal GST redistribution dispute between New South Wales and Western Australia. In international and corporate news, the show breaks down Meta reaching an 18 billion dollar legal settlement in the United States over teenage platform safety measures, along with PoK political appointments. Further segments cover the Punjab government employees strike, judicial convocation debates in India, and international cricket and hockey results. Stay informed with daily reporting on current affairs.

A parent visa application in Australia is no longer just a paperwork exercise, it is increasingly a test of patience, evidence, and timing. Families sponsoring a parent are now facing a tighter visitor visa system, an onshore parent visa queue that can outlast a working career, and an offshore pathway that demands its own upfront approval. If you are trying to bring a parent to Australia in 2026, understanding how these three pieces fit together matters more than ever.

Every year on August 24, Ukraine marks its Independence Day — a date that only exists because, three decades ago, a nation many assumed was permanent simply stopped existing. The Soviet Union, at its height, stretched across 15 republics and eleven time zones. By the end of 1991, it was gone, replaced by 15 separate countries drawing their own borders, printing their own currencies, and writing their own futures. That collapse wasn’t sudden. It was the product of seven decades of decisions — revolutions, wars, arms races, and reforms — each one narrowing the road until there was nowhere left to go. Understanding how the USSR broke apart means understanding how it was built, what it cost to hold together, and why the cracks, once they appeared, could not be sealed. This piece walks through that full arc: from the 1917 revolutions that created the Soviet state, through the Cold War decades that drained it, to the reforms that were meant to save it and instead hastened its end.

Start your morning with heartwarming smiles, clever wit, and innocent laughter on Radio Haanji 1674 AM! In this special 26 August episode of Laughter Therapy, hosts Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh welcome young callers heading off to school across Australia. Tune in as our little stars—Asees Kaur (Manoo Billi), Mannat, Fateh Singh, Yuvraj, Tegh, Tavneet, and Ashleen—light up the airwaves with clever Punjabi bujharatan (riddles), school day adventures, humorous jokes, and energetic traditional boliyan. Listen live and explore on-demand podcasts free at: https://haanji.com.au Download the Radio Haanji App on iOS & Android to stay connected wherever you are.

In this episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil delivers a comprehensive breakdown of major global and national developments. Key stories include the catastrophic flash floods in Nepal’s Rasuwa district and international rescue operations, Ukrainian drone strikes targeting Russian retail infrastructure in Tambov, and West Asian military developments. In Australia, we unpack the latest National Cabinet decisions on biosecurity and firearm laws, debates over council salary raises in Melbourne, proposed sugary drink health taxes, and legal updates from the Hunter Valley bus crash. The episode also highlights ongoing student protests at IIT Delhi, public service strikes across Punjab, and the latest match status from the India vs Sri Lanka Test in Colombo.

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh deliver an in-depth analysis of major national and regional headlines. The show begins with an overview of the devastating flash floods in Nepal, which have claimed numerous lives, left hundreds missing, and triggered downstream flood alerts across Bihar and Uttar Pradesh along the Gandak river corridor. The discussion then moves to Punjab politics, breaking down the evolving seat-sharing negotiations between the BJP and Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal), Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s remarks in Majitha, and Sukhbir Singh Badal’s shifting stance on Panthic factions. Tune in for comprehensive, objective, and timely analysis of Indian current affairs.

ਜਦੋਂ ਵਿਹੜੇ ਵਿੱਚ ਕੰਧਾਂ ਨਿਕਲ ਆਉਣ, ਤਾਂ ਕੀ ਖ਼ੂਨ ਦੇ ਰਿਸ਼ਤੇ ਸੱਚਮੁੱਚ ਬੇਗਾਨੇ ਹੋ ਜਾਂਦੇ ਹਨ? ਸੁਣੋ ਬੇਹੱਦ ਭਾਵੁਕ ਅਤੇ ਦਿਲ ਨੂੰ ਛੂਹ ਲੈਣ ਵਾਲੀ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਆਡੀਓ ਕਹਾਣੀ ’ਕੰਧਾਂ ਦੇ ਪਾਰ’ (Beyond the Brick Walls), narrated by Ranjodh Singh on Radio Haanji. ਇਹ ਦਾਸਤਾਨ ਹੈ ਘਰ ਦੀ ਵੰਡ, ਆਪਸੀ ਖਿੱਚੋਤਾਣ, ਅਤੇ ਇੱਕ ਬੁੱਢੀ ਮਾਂ ਦੀ ਉਸ ਅਣਮੁੱਲੀ ਸੋਚ ਦੀ ਜਿਸ ਨੇ ਕੰਧ ਵਿਚਲੇ ਨਿੱਕੇ ਜਿਹੇ ਲਾਂਘੇ ਰਾਹੀਂ ਵੰਡੇ ਹੋਏ ਪਰਿਵਾਰ ਨੂੰ ਦੁਬਾਰਾ ਇੱਕ ਕਰ ਦਿੱਤਾ।

Start your morning with heartwarming smiles and innocent laughter on Radio Haanji 1674 AM! In this special 26 August episode of Laughter Therapy, hosts Dr. Preetinder Grewal and Ranjodh Singh welcome young callers heading to school across Australia. Tune in as our little stars—Arnav, Tegh, Amber, Shreya, Asees (Manoo Billi), Mannat, Fateh, and Tavneet—light up the airwaves with clever Punjabi bujharatan (riddles), school day adventures, humorous jokes, and energetic traditional boliyan. It is a heartwarming celebration of Punjabi language, innocence, and cultural bonding in the Australian diaspora.

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh bring you a detailed analysis of key national and international developments. The discussion covers the high-level diplomatic meeting between India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing, exploring its implications for border relations and trade. The episode also examines the public reaction and political debate surrounding the 21-day furlough granted to Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim, along with shifting coalition equations between SAD and BJP in Punjab, and student protests over teacher recruitment exams in Patna. Stay informed with daily insights, balanced commentary, and thorough news analysis directly from the Radio Haanji studio.

In today’s episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji, host Gautam Kapil analyzes major global, Indian, and Australian news headlines. We break down the latest US financial sanctions on Iran, China’s diplomatic response, and Canada’s retaliatory tariff rollout against the United States. In Indian national affairs, we examine the subsidized Kanda Express onion distribution train initiative, food safety license suspensions across e-commerce platforms in Karnataka, and public health updates regarding seasonal flu cases in Delhi. We also cover Australian developments, including biosecurity measures against H5N1 avian influenza, National Cabinet deliberations on AI power consumption, and Victorian public sector adjustments. Tune in for factual and comprehensive daily reporting. #RadioHaanji #TodayUpdates #GautamKapil #GlobalNews #IndianNews #AustralianNews #CurrentAffairs #Podcast

Welcome to another high energy episode of Boys Meetup on Radio Haanji 1674 AM with your hosts Krishna and Balkirat. In this power packed session, the boys dive headfirst into the electric atmosphere of Karan Aujla sold out concert in Melbourne, breaking down the stage production, live crowd dynamics, and the real difference between studio tracks and arena performances. The conversation shifts gears into the rich legacy and unstoppable rise of Punjabi cinema, tracking how iconic artists transitioned from music charts to silver screen blockbusters across generations. From industry breakthroughs to hilarious backstage banter, this episode is packed with authentic conversations and diaspora culture. Stream the full conversation online and explore more shows across the Radio Haanji network.

Roughly four in every ten Australian homes now generate their own electricity from the sun. That single number — 4.5 million rooftops — was the starting point for a wide-ranging conversation on Radio Haanji’s Climate Change Special, where host Ranjodh Singh sat down with lawyer, poet and 25-year climate advocate Harminder Dhillon to ask a simple question: what happens when a country goes all in on rooftop solar, and what does it mean for a place like Punjab that is only beginning to feel the pressure to change?

Australia’s immigration debate keeps circling the same headline number — a target of roughly 225,000 net overseas migrants a year — while the more consequential story is happening away from the political stage. Enforcement agencies are actively pursuing fraudulent sponsorships, an entire visa program has been paused for record numbers of applicants, and assessment fees have jumped across the board. Migration agent Arun Bansal returned to Radio Haanji’s Immi Talk with host Gautam Kapil to unpack what’s actually being enforced right now, as distinct from what’s merely being proposed or debated. It’s a useful distinction, because much of the public conversation focuses on migration targets that both major parties are contesting without, in Bansal’s assessment, offering a fully worked-through plan for skill shortages or infrastructure capacity.

This article turns a Radio Haanji ”The Deep Talk” conversation between host Gautam Kapil and neuroscience expert Dr. Sandeep Kaur into a definitive guide to how the brain physically rewires itself — covering the lesser-known glands and structures that run the body’s internal chemistry, and the hard research (London taxi drivers, sensory adaptation in blind children, Norman Doidge’s landmark work) behind neuroplasticity. Its unique angle is grounding an often-abstract topic in named studies and named brain structures rather than generic ”your brain can change” messaging. The benefit to the reader is a genuinely actionable understanding of which daily habits measurably support brain rewiring, backed by the specific science behind each one.

In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh bring you a detailed analysis of key geopolitical and domestic developments. The show examines National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s high-profile visit to China ahead of the BRICS Summit, India-China border negotiations, and trade ties. The discussion also addresses the controversy surrounding UP Assembly Speaker Satish Mahana stepping off stage during the National Anthem, the parliamentary debates surrounding the Monsoon Session, and recent Vice-Chancellor appointments in Punjab.

ਕਿਰਤ ਕਰੋ ਨਾਮ ਜਪੋ! In this deeply moving episode of Radio Haanji’s daily Punjabi Audio Kahani, listen to the timeless Zen wisdom of Master Hyakujo (80-year-old Zen monk) who taught his disciples the true meaning of hard work and spiritual living. ਜਦੋਂ ਚੇਲਿਆਂ ਨੇ ਗੁਰੂ ਨੂੰ ਆਰਾਮ ਦੇਣ ਲਈ ਕਹੀ ਲੁਕਾ ਦਿੱਤੀ, ਤਾਂ ਗੁਰੂ ਜੀ ਨੇ ਭੋਜਨ ਤਿਆਗ ਕੇ ਪੂਰੀ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਨੂੰ ’ਕਿਰਤ ਕਮਾਈ’ ਦਾ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਡਾ ਪਾਠ ਪੜ੍ਹਾਇਆ।

Start your morning with pure joy and innocent giggles! In this episode of Laughter Therapy on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Ranjodh Singh is joined by wonderful young callers across Australia. From clever Punjabi riddles (bujhartan) and traditional boliyan to funny sibling stories and a soulful recitation on Sikh values by young Sukhan, this episode will brighten your day! Tune in live at haanji.com.au or on the Radio Haanji App (iOS & Android).

Tune into Today Updates on Radio Haanji hosted by Gautam Kapil for an in-depth breakdown of major international and Australian headlines from 24 August. This episode explores the escalating US-Canada trade war over new tariffs, Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s statements on Russia’s infrastructure attacks, the Middle East situation in Gaza and Syria, natural gas discoveries in Iran, and security developments in Thailand and Bangladesh. Across Australia, we look at the growing rental stress affecting families, childcare compliance audits in New South Wales, school Book Week costume regulations, youth crime debates in Victoria, upcoming National Cabinet talks on alcohol curbs, rising road fatalities, and new funding for Sydney’s live music venues.

In this episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil delivers an in-depth summary of critical daily events shaping the globe. Key discussions include the alarming hijacking of two commercial vessels near Yemen and Somalia carrying 22 Indian crew members, the Supreme Court-directed medical checkup of Imran Khan in Pakistan, and diplomatic talks surrounding the Mecca Pact. Domestically, the bulletin reviews Rahul Gandhi’s protest at New Delhi’s Parliament Street police station over injured student activist Sahil Lochav, foreign visit clearance protocols for state leaders, and local political developments in Rajasthan. In Australia, updates cover an AFP foreign interference arrest in Brisbane, an ATSB investigation into a near-miss collision at Sydney Airport, and concluding tributes to bushwalker Lily Hooper in New South Wales.

In this episode of ”Ik Des Punjab Ki Gal,” we delve into the life, leadership, and legacy of Sant Harchand Singh Longowal. From his humble roots in Sangrur and heading the Dharam Yudh Morcha to signing the historic 1985 Rajiv-Longowal Accord, we analyze the socio-political dynamics of 1980s Punjab, his tragic assassination on August 20, and the lessons his moderate stance holds for contemporary politics. Tune in for an insightful historical discussion.