Radio Haanji Podcast
Radio Haanji 1674 AM — Australia's premier Punjabi radio station and podcast network. Serving the Punjabi community across Australia and worldwide with news, entertainment, culture, and community content entirely in Punjabi.
Episodes

16 minutes ago
16 minutes ago
44 min
In this energetic episode of Boys Meetup on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, Krishna and Balkirat dive straight into the rising cost of living and the realities facing households today. Unpacking eye-opening data from the HILDA survey and the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the duo highlights why over one million Australians are now juggling multiple jobs to stay ahead. They explore actionable avenues to expand your income, ranging from steady long-term index fund investing to gig economy essentials like rideshare driving, marketplace flipping, and digital content creation with modern AI tools. Krishna and Balkirat break down the core mindset required to build sustainable second income streams, reminding listeners that discipline, genuine passion, and skill acquisition matter far more than quick-money promises. Tune in for straight talk, sharp observations, and practical takeaways to fuel your financial growth.

30 minutes ago
30 minutes ago
10 min
Cultural celebrations serve as vital anchor points for diaspora communities, offering festive joy alongside meaningful opportunities to strengthen social and professional ties. On Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil welcomed guest Pankaj Tangri to discuss the upcoming Utsav 2026 Sydney Diwali gathering. The conversation highlighted how an evening of traditional festivities can also double as a collaborative hub for local business owners and families across Greater Sydney.
Organized under the Sydney Connexions Growth Club, the gathering provides a structured indoor banquet setting for those seeking a shared cultural experience without the unpredictability of large open-air grounds. As community members across New South Wales prepare for the festive period, understanding venue logistics, dining inclusions, and attendance criteria ensures a seamless celebration.
Beyond the festivities, the initiative illustrates a broader trend within the Australian Indian community: blending seasonal festivities with grassroots enterprise support. The following guide details the schedule, program highlights,and operational background of this community gathering.

50 minutes ago
50 minutes ago
10 min
ਰੇਡੀਓ ਹਾਂਜੀ 1674 ਏਐੱਮ ਦੇ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਪ੍ਰੋਗਰਾਮ ਟੂਡੇਅ ਅਪਡੇਟਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਸਟ ਗੌਤਮ ਕਪਿਲ ਨਾਲ ਸੁਣੋ 03 ਅਕਤੂਬਰ 2026 ਦੀਆਂ ਮੁੱਖ ਗਲੋਬਲ ਅਤੇ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਅਨ ਖ਼ਬਰਾਂ। ਇਸ ਬੁਲੇਟਿਨ ਵਿੱਚ ਫਰਾਂਸ ਅੰਦਰ ਸਕੂਲਾਂ ਦੀ ਖਸਤਾ ਹਾਲਤ ਖ਼ਿਲਾਫ਼ ਭੜਕੇ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਦੇ ਹਿੰਸਕ ਪ੍ਰਦਰਸ਼ਨਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਪੁਲਿਸ ਨਾਲ ਝੜਪਾਂ ਦੀ ਵਿਸਥਾਰਤ ਰਿਪੋਰਟ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹੈ। ਨਾਲ ਹੀ ਭਾਰਤ ਵਿੱਚ ਮੁੱਖ ਚੋਣ ਕਮਿਸ਼ਨਰ ਗਿਆਨੇਸ਼ ਕੁਮਾਰ ਵਿਰੁੱਧ ਜੰਤਰ-ਮੰਤਰ ਉੱਤੇ ਵਿਰੋਧੀ ਆਗੂਆਂ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਦਰਸ਼ਨ ਅਤੇ ਵੋਟਰ ਸੂਚੀਆਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਸੁਧਾਰ ਬਾਰੇ ਚਰਚਾ ਕੀਤੀ ਗਈ ਹੈ। ਤਕਨੀਕੀ ਜਗਤ ਵਿੱਚੋਂ ਓਪਨਏਆਈ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਨਿਯਮਾਂ ਦੀ ਉਲੰਘਣਾ ਕਾਰਨ ਖੋਜੀਆਂ ਦੀ ਛੁੱਟੀ ਅਤੇ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਰਕਾਰੀ ਵੈੱਬਸਾਈਟ ਹੈਕ ਹੋਣ ਦੇ ਮਾਮਲੇ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹਨ। ਇਸ ਤੋਂ ਇਲਾਵਾ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆਈ ਸਿਆਸਤਦਾਨ ਬਰੂਸ ਬੇਅਰਡ ਦੇ ਦੇਹਾਂਤ ਅਤੇ ਵਿਕਟੋਰੀਆ ਦੇ ਸਰਕਾਰੀ ਹਸਪਤਾਲਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਡਾਕਟਰਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਮਿਲੇ 10 ਫ਼ੀਸਦ ਤਨਖ਼ਾਹ ਵਾਧੇ ਬਾਰੇ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਸਾਂਝੀ ਕੀਤੀ ਗਈ ਹੈ।

2 days ago
2 days ago
34 min
The nineteenth century brought seismic administrative, cultural, and religious shifts across Punjab under colonial British rule. As European missionary organizations expanded their institutional footprint through newly founded mission schools, indigenous communities faced unprecedented pressures concerning their heritage, language, and cultural autonomy. Exploring the singh sabha movement history provides an essential lens into how community leaders navigated these colonial transformations. On the broadcast program Des Punjab Ki Gal Kichai aired on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Gautam Kapil and Pritam Singh Rupal detailed how this pivotal movement emerged to defend Sikh identity through educational, religious, and institutional revival.
The conversation centers on the socio-religious dynamics of the 1870s, tracing the transformation of local defense initiatives into an organized renaissance across northern India. Rather than adopting revolutionary political violence, the movement strategically focused on systemic community building, standardizing religious identity, promoting indigenous language literacy, and establishing formal academic institutions.
By analyzing the movement's evolution from its inception in Amritsar to its intellectual flourishing in Lahore, the broadcast demonstrates how the initiatives established in the late nineteenth century laid the operational groundwork for contemporary Sikh governance, academia, and public discourse.

2 days ago
2 days ago
1 hr 43 min
A steaming cup of coffee represents far more than an early morning caffeine delivery; for millions of people, it serves as an indispensable daily ritual and a cornerstone of urban identity. Marking the occasion of International Coffee Day Melbourne residents and coffee aficionados across the globe turn their attention to the craft, agricultural science, and community routines that define modern cafe culture. On a recent broadcast of the Haanji Melbourne program on Radio Haanji, hosts Krishna and Balkirat unpacked this global obsession, contrasting Australia's meticulous specialty standards with international habits while exploring the science that separates your daily cup from an ordinary brew.
The conversation went beyond the surface-level appreciation of cafe aesthetics, grounding the discussion in economic realities, roasting profiles, and the shared human experiences that unfold around hot beverages. From the precise brewing ratios that make local barista counters famous worldwide to the comedic misadventures that happen when traveling far from your neighborhood cafe, the episode provided an entertaining yet substantive look at why certain cities develop such an intense relationship with the coffee bean.

2 days ago
2 days ago
55 min
Start your Friday morning with non-stop giggles, innocent smiles, and pure desi entertainment on Radio Haanji 1674 AM Melbourne!
In this special 02 October episode of Laughter Therapy, hosts Nonia P Dayal and Krishna bring you the ultimate Friday morning comedy dose. Enjoy school morning caller Arnav with his clever traditional Punjabi riddle (Bujharat), Mannat's hilarious Melbourne tourist joke, and Fateh’s high-energy Punjabi boli about Mama-Mami along with his passion for dream supercars. Plus, Tavneet and siblings take over the studio with classic Punjabi boliyan, movie banter from Andaaz Apna Apna, and playful teasing. Caller Dhillon Saab unveils why capsicum is called Shimla Mirch in India, and Basant Lal Ji delivers hilarious jokes on bank loans and daily life.
Tune in live and catch up on the best Punjabi morning radio show in Australia!

3 days ago
3 days ago
18 min
In this episode of Indian Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Ranjodh Singh deliver an incisive analysis of the most pressing political and religious developments across Punjab and India. The program examines Union Home Minister Amit Shah's recent declaration setting December 31, 2029, as the deadline to eradicate drugs in Punjab, alongside the fierce retaliation from the AAP and Congress citing repeated multi-crore contraband seizures along the Gujarat coastline.
The hosts also discuss the internal race to appoint a new Punjab Congress president, the opposition INDIA alliance's decision to stage a massive protest rally in New Delhi on November 1 against the Election Commission, and notices issued by Sri Akal Takht Sahib to Sikh representatives. In addition, Pritam Singh Rupal provides a critical breakdown of SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami's demand for a CBI inquiry into the Bahrain woman controversy and the institutional questions surrounding discretionary spending and guest allocations.

3 days ago
3 days ago
44 min
Welcome to Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM with your host Gautam Kapil. In this comprehensive October 1, 2026 edition, we unpack the terrifying mid-air cockpit attack on Flydubai flight FZ1073 bound for Tel Aviv, where Indian Captain Sumit Machhar and brave passengers thwarted a co-pilot sabotage attempt, guiding the jetliner safely into Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. We also analyze the conclusion of the two-decade US military troop presence in Iraq, Canadian PM Mark Carney's diplomatic stance, and massive Russian missile strikes on Kyiv's power infrastructure. In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds crucial phone discussions with US President Donald Trump, the Ministry of External Affairs warns youth against deceptive overseas recruitment rings, and the INDIA alliance prepares for nationwide marches. Across Australia, October 1 marks the abolition of merchant card surcharges, stronger rental rights, the start of the four billion dollar Thriving Kids screening program, and revised overseas driving license testing rules in New South Wales.

3 days ago
3 days ago
1 hr 37 min
The compounding pressure of monetary policy adjustments has placed household finances under intense scrutiny across the nation. On The Talk Show, broadcast on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, co-hosts Balkirat and Preetinder Grewal sat down with health economist and research fellow Dr. Varinder Jeet from Macquarie University in Sydney to dissect the real-world RBA cash rate hike impact. Rather than treating cash rate movements as abstract macroeconomic metrics, the discussion centered on the direct strain experienced by mortgage holders, small business operators, and essential workers.
Understanding these financial shifts requires looking past headline statistics and assessing baseline household budgets. As the Reserve Bank of Australia maintains restrictive settings to suppress stubborn consumer price pressures, everyday Australians face shrinking disposable income, tighter credit limits, and mounting utility expenses. By connecting macroeconomic indicators to personal balance sheets, this analysis delivers grounded clarity on current fiscal challenges.

3 days ago
3 days ago
53 min
Start your morning with pure joy and laughter on Radio Haanji 1674 AM! In this lively episode of Laughter Therapy, hosts Balkirat Singh and Krishna welcome innocent young callers who light up the studio with clever Punjabi bujharatan, school holiday stories, and adorable jokes.
Tune in as Arnav cracks a vibrant parrot riddle, Mannat and Fateh share kitchen tales and McLaren supercar specs, Ashleen and her siblings bring crafting stories and classic needle riddles, and Sukhan puzzles everyone with the mystery of sleep. Wrapping up the morning, Sammy Saab and Laal Ji trade hilarious banter on modern AI language and witty matrimonial jokes.







