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.

OPINION

Mahakumbh, Holi and the enduring spirit of Hinduism through adversity

The spirit of Hindus, forged in the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita, the resilience of the Mahabharata, and the devotion of the Ramayana, remained unbroken.

INNOVATION

Albanese praises Hindu festival of Holi as Australia celebrates the colours of joy

“Our country will continue to grow and thrive because of the bonds of friendship and understanding that we see so clearly in the celebrations surrounding Holi.”

HEALTH

Darwin surgeon Dr Sonali Pande leads medical support for Australia’s deaf cricket team in India

Australia’s Thomas Robertson was named Man of the Series, while India's Umar Ashraf and Vivek Kumar took home Best Batsman and Best Bowler honours, respectively.

INNOVATION

Albanese backs Australia’s metals industry with $750 million investment

Australia’s high-quality alumina, aluminium, iron, and steel exports are already valued at over $150 billion annually.

INNOVATION

Australia and Fiji sign MoU to strengthen cross-border policing operations

A key aspect of the agreement also includes Fiji's commitment to hosting the newly announced Regional Centre of Excellence under the Pacific Policing Initiative.

INNOVATION

9 Australian universities in top 100, 79 Indian institutions feature in QS World Rankings

The United States boasts the highest representation with 197 institutions, followed by the United Kingdom with 90, and mainland China with 71.

INNOVATION

‘Buy Australian Made’: Albanese urges support for local products as Trump’s tariffs bite

The call to action comes as the United States imposes tariffs on Australian steel and aluminium, a move the Prime Minister has labelled “unjustified” and contrary to the long-standing economic partnership between the two nations.

IMMIGRATION

Indian international student Rupak Singh dies of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning

As per the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, more than 172 Indian students have died in Canada over the past five years for various reasons.

INNOVATION

Elderly woman loses $130k in bank scam as Victoria Police search for suspect

Victoria Police have now released images of a man they believe can assist with their investigation.

INNOVATION

Albanese’s $1 billion investment to get Western Sydney Airport running

Addressing the 2025 Airport City Summit, the Prime Minister highlighted the airport’s role in shaping the future of Western Sydney and Australia’s broader economic landscape.

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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?"