AMIT SARWAL

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Dr Amit Sarwal is the Co-Founder and Editor of The Australia Today, with a career spanning broadcast media and academic leadership. He brings strategic vision, cross-cultural expertise, and editorial innovation to storytelling that connects communities and amplifies diverse voices.

Australia Votes

Dutton to cut permanent migrant and international student numbers, hike visa fees

Dutton criticised the Government’s migration targets, warning the arrival of 1.8 million new migrants over five years was worsening the housing shortage, especially in capital cities.

OPINION

Transparency or turmoil: what the Waqf Bill amendment means for India’s minorities

The government calls it a reform for accountability, but critics warn it risks secularism and minority rights.

INNOVATION

Australia leads global education dialogue with skills summit and student engagement in India

At the heart of all three events was a commitment to collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity—qualities that continue to define the Australia–India education and skills partnership.

INNOVATION

Fiji hit with Trump’s 32% tariff, DPM Prasad confident of resolving issue

Prof. Prasad highlighted that 72% of US imports into Fiji were duty-free last year, while 25% faced a 5% tariff and less than 4% were taxed at 15% or 32%.

IMMIGRATION

India surpasses China in Australian student visa grants

By the end of February, over 5,000 visas had been granted to Indian students, positioning India as the top source of international students in Australia.

INNOVATION

India’s envoy reaffirm commitment to Fiji-India relations in meeting with PM Rabuka

As Fiji and India celebrate 55 years of diplomatic ties, both leaders recognised the deep-rooted historical and cultural connections that continue to shape their relationship.

INNOVATION

Trump slaps 10% tariff on all Australian goods, Albanese considering WTO action

The US president, standing beside a board listing countries and their supposed tariff rates, claimed Australia imposed a 10% tariff on US goods and accused it of “currency manipulation and other trade barriers.”

INNOVATION

Pages torn from Ramayan in alleged sacrilege at Fiji Hindu temple

“If you disagree with a religion, engage in dialogue. If you seek change, educate rather than desecrate.”

SPORTS

Qantas expands partnership as the official overseas tour partner for Aussie cricket teams

The partnership marks a significant milestone for women’s cricket, which has seen growing participation and success

INNOVATION

With Operation Silverwhere Victoria Police cracks down on office cutlery crime

To the few who clean their cutlery after use and the unsung heroes who manage the shared dishwasher—may the fork be with you.

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Rishen Shekhar appointed ANU Pro Vice-Chancellor for International and Future Students

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Can you send your Indian passport home with a relative after getting Australian citizenship?

"After receiving citizenship, to return the Indian passport, can it be handed over to a relative who is returning back from a visit here so that they can formally hand it over to the Passport office back in India, or does it need an in-person appointment?"

OPINION

Unis are going back to in‑person exams. But some students are finding new ways to cheat

University administrators have traditionally regarded in-person, invigilated exams as the most reliable way of ensuring students don’t cheat.