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.

Albanese hits back at Opposition over power prices and border policy

Prime Minister blamed the previous government for allowing 24 out of 28 coal-fired power stations to announce closures or bring shutdown dates forward, arguing their inaction had left Australia vulnerable to higher prices.

More women to get specialist care with 11 new endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics

“Whether it’s a teenager missing school due to severe period pain, or a woman in her 40s or 50s managing perimenopause and menopause while working and caring for others, women deserve high-quality medical care."

Victoria cracks down on assaults against retail, hospitality and transport workers

“I worked at a supermarket and I know what it was like. Today, we stand with workers to say it should never be a part of your job, and you’ll be protected.”

Nav Kaur becomes first Indian woman elected to City of Swan council

An accomplished public sector leader, community advocate, wife of a veteran and proud mother of two, Kaur brings over 15 years of experience in engineering, civil service and grassroots engagement to her role as Councillor for Altone Ward.

“Proudly representing Team Australia”: Indo-Fijian powerlifter makes history with four-medal win in South Africa

The 29-year-old, who grew up in Navau, Ba (Fiji), dominated the competition with three world titles and a silver medal. Lal claimed first place in the 140kg Raw Open, 125kg Single Ply, and 125kg Deadlift-only categories, and finished second in the 125kg Bench-only division.

‘Absolutely devastating’: Nepali couple and young son killed in crash that leaves five-year-old girl orphaned

“Words cannot express the pain and sorrow we feel at this heartbreaking moment.

Cocaine smuggling plots worth $50 million foiled as drugs found hidden in refrigerated containers

“In one of the seizures, a one-kilogram package of cocaine had been damaged, which resulted in frozen white powder strewn inside the shipping container”

India’s star tennis player Sumit Nagal denied China visa ahead of Australian Open Asia-Pacific playoff

If the visa issue is not resolved swiftly, Nagal may miss the playoff, potentially jeopardising his chances to secure a wildcard entry into the 2026 Grand Slam season opener.

“We now have an Indian as Miss Australia”: Racist comments target Lexie Brant online

Previous Miss Universe Australia winners, including Francesca Hung, Priya Serrao, and Maria Thattil, all faced racist abuse questioning their legitimacy as “real Australians”.

VMC Chair Vivienne Nguyen apologises after outrage over decapitated map of India in official report

“I, however, acknowledge and regret that the report included a graphic representation of India – and I apologise for the offence that caused.”

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“Each of these women and girls is changing lives not for recognition, but because they believe in lifting up their communities."

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