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 and US roll out major new security and economic measures at 40th AUSMIN talks

Australia will soon deliver its next USD $1 billion contribution towards enhancing US submarine-building capacity, bringing its total to USD $2 billion.

Development finance leader Rachel Thompson to head Asialink from 2026

Based at the University of Melbourne, Asialink works across education, arts, diplomacy and business to enhance Australia’s Asia capability and foster stronger regional ties.

University of Canberra wraps up transformative training program for Indian defence and public administration officers

The program marks a significant step in strengthening Australia–India defence engagement through academic exchange and professional development.

Forbes spotlights Bengali-Australian billionaire’s $100m gift to support girls in STEM

Robin Khuda's donation is the largest single philanthropic gift in New South Wales and one of the biggest global investments in women in STEM.

Australia and India expand education partnership “from preschool to PhD”

“This is a win–win. It is good for Australia and it is good for India.”

Ryan Neelam appointed CEO of Centre for Australia–India Relations

With more than 15 years’ experience in international diplomacy and policy, Neelam previously served at Australia’s Consulate-General in Hong Kong and at the Australian Mission to the United Nations in New York.

Hindu festival Deepavali gains global spotlight as UNESCO adds it to intangible heritage list

The inscription marks a major cultural milestone for India, recognising Deepavali as a living tradition that supports social cohesion, strengthens community bonds, and carries deep spiritual, cultural, and social significance.

Victoria parliament issues historic apology to First Peoples, pledges Treaty for justice and equality

Premier Jacinta Allan, speaking in Parliament on Tuesday, said the apology marks “a place of reckoning” for all Victorians and recognises the profound impact of past decisions on generations of First Peoples.

Indian origin YouTube head Neal Mohan named TIME’s 2025 CEO of the Year

Born in Indiana, he moved with his family to Lucknow (India) at age 12, where he studied Hindi and Sanskrit before returning to the United States to attend Stanford University.

Global water expert Dr Amit Chanan appointed to Dam Safety NSW board

In 2025 alone, he has advised on projects in India, South Africa, Brazil, Indonesia, Uzbekistan and the Philippines.

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