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.

INNOVATION

Former Canadian PM blames Khalistani interference in local politics for strained India ties

“It is about time that all political parties and politicians in Canada made building those people-to-people ties the priority – and not the priority of building relations with Khalistanis.”

POLITICS

Dutton pledges major boost for Tasmania’s marine rescue and freight industry

“This investment will help ensure Tasmania remains competitive and connected to markets across Australia and beyond.”

POLITICS

Three-time Canadian Hindu MP Chandra Arya dropped as candidate post Liberal leadership race tension

In January, the Liberals barred him from entering the leadership race to replace outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, a move Arya suggested raised “significant questions” about the race’s legitimacy.

IMMIGRATION

“Know your history, because our history is yours too”: Fiji’s Deputy PM urges global recognition of Indian girmit history

Prof. Biman Prasad praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent commitment to preserving girmit history through research, film, and education but stressed the need for further action.

POLITICS

Albanese slashes PBS script costs to $25, promises cheaper medicines for millions of Australians

“With cheaper medicines, more free GP visits and a stronger Medicare, we say to Australians: we’ve got your back.”

INNOVATION

Pakistan spreads misinformation against India on Basmati rice claims in Australia and New Zealand

The battle over Basmati ownership between India and Pakistan has persisted for years.

POLITICS

Dutton pledges strong foreign policy in his speech, Watts criticises omission of Australia’s key partner, India

Opposition ledaer Peter Dutton reaffirmed the need for a robust national security strategy, one that prioritises Australia’s self-reliance and resilience.

IMMIGRATION

Kamala Sharma-Wing becomes first full-time Hindu Chaplain in Australian Navy

Kamala aims to integrate widely accepted Hindu practices like yoga and meditation into her chaplaincy work, fostering a sense of unity and belonging among personnel.

INNOVATION

Albanese and Dutton pledge millions to rebuild firebombed Adass Israel Synagogue

The attack, which occurred in the early hours of December 6, 2024, has been deemed a likely act of terrorism by the Victorian and Australian Federal Police. Investigations are ongoing.

INNOVATION

One Nation senator attacks Indian education degrees, but global rankings tell a different story

Under an agreement, degrees obtained in India will be recognised in Australia and vice versa.

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OPINION

Australia signs defence deal with India then walks into disputed history, exposing geopolitical fault line

Australia views its relationships in Islamabad and New Delhi through entirely separate bilateral lenses, India views Western engagement with Pakistan through the uncompromising prism

IMMIGRATION

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

Shekhar said he was looking forward to joining ANU in its 80th year and helping tell the university’s story more widely.

IMMIGRATION

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?"