AMIT SARWAL

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Amit Sarwal is Melbourne-based academic, writer, translator, and former radio broadcaster. He is the Founding Convenor of Australia-India Interdisciplinary Research Network (AIIRN), Co-founder of the Australia Today news network and Founder of Kula Press.

Australia delivers state-of-the-art vessel RFNS Timo, boosting Fiji’s maritime capabilities

The name honours Able Seaman Timo Puamau, a Fijian sailor who died during World War II.

IFFI Goa kicks off in style with performance by Australian First Nations Jannawi Dance Clan

IFFI 2024 offers a spotlight on Australian cinema with a showcase of seven diverse films, a masterclass by Oscar-winning cinematographer John Seale, and a dedicated Australian Co-Production Day.

Australia and India take defence ties to a higher level with air-to-air refuelling pact

Under the pact, the RAAF’s KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport aircraft will be authorised to refuel Indian Armed Forces aircraft, enhancing operational flexibility and interoperability.

Elon Musk slams Australia’s social media ban: bold safety measure or control tactic?

If passed, the law would require platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Reddit, and Snapchat to prevent under-16s from creating accounts.

From Footy to Kabaddi: Josh Kennedy gears up to lead in Melbourne’s Pro Kabaddi League debut

“The arrival of the Pro Kabaddi League is a cultural breakthrough for our largest growing diaspora. It embodies the spirit of exchange that defines Melbourne.”

With popular vote, Sid Vashist elected as first Indian-origin Mayor of a Council in Northern Territory

"If you're willing to listen to the people, no matter where you come from, people will back you."

Albanese and Modi launch Australia-India Renewable Energy Partnership for global growth and sustainability

PM Albanese accepted India's invitation to attend the QUAD Leaders' Summit in 2025.

UOW launches India campus, advancing global education and female tech leadership

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is only the second foreign university to open a campus in India.

Amirali Popat, Shivani Gopal and Alicia Vrajlal win Asian Australian Leadership Awards

The event featured 43 finalists and was joined by Senator Penny Wong, who was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award and spoke on the power of diversity as Australia’s greatest strength.

Myer cancels annual Christmas windows unveiling amid planned pro-Palestine protest

Responding to the planned disruption, Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan voiced her frustration on social media platform X, condemning the politicisation of a beloved children’s event.

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Australia’s $2M Ballot Project for Bangladesh funds a non-inclusive foreign election

According to Voice of America’s Independent survey, 57% Bangladeshis supported Awami League’s return to politics, contradicting the executive decision to ban the party.

Australian music delegation heads to India as its streaming market rises to second largest

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Trump’s slipping grip: What Pew’s numbers really say about power, fatigue and the global mood

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