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.

Jammu and Kashmir Vaishno Devi Temple tragedy reduced to spin: ABC’s headline echoes propaganda, not facts

This is not an isolated slip of the pen; it reflects a troubling decline in ABC’s editorial rigour, particularly when reporting on India and the Indian subcontinent.

Varun Lal’s journey from Fiji’s cane fields to breaking Australian powerlifting record

At the Brisbane championships, Varun Lal registered 200kg in squat, 145kg in bench press, and 240kg in deadlift, cementing his place as one of Australia’s most promising new lifters.

Julian Hill turns first sod at Monash Uni’s new 252-bed residence for domestic and international students

"International education is Australia’s fourth largest export sector and a strategic national asset building soft power over generations.”

Australia and Fiji reaffirm commitment to regional integration and climate cooperation

Prof. Prasad thanked Australia for its budget support in recent years and outlined Fiji’s National Development Plan, which prioritises investments in water, sewerage, health, and critical infrastructure.

“Deeply disturbing”: Stoning of Hindu temple in Fiji sparks condemnation from PM Rabuka

The Shree Baba Ragho Dass Vishnu Temple on Koroi Road in Sawani was the target of the attack shortly after the temple’s weekly Ramayan recital had concluded.

‘Vile’ anti-migration rallies targeting Indians condemned by Senator Paul Scarr, says Indian diaspora is a blessing for Australia

‘March for Australia’ rallies in nine cities on 31 August are being led by an anti-immigration group that has singled out Indian migrants, framing recent arrivals as “replacement plain and simple.”

Albanese expels Iranian ambassador, moves to list IRGC as terrorist group

ASIO had gathered credible evidence that the Iranian government directed the October 2024 attack on Lewis’ Continental Kitchen in Sydney and the December firebombing of the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne.

Year 11 student Sukhmandeep named NSW ICAS All-Stars champion

The ICAS All-Stars initiative builds on the long-standing tradition of ICAS by recognising the top academic achievers across the state.

Indian-origin beauty queens set to shine on Miss Universe 2025 stage

Chandini Baljor brings a powerful legacy of Indo-Guyanese heritage, while Praveenar Singh stands out as the first winner of Indian descent to hold the Miss Universe Thailand title—a breakthrough reflecting both persistence and representation.

PM Rabuka meets Fijians in India, reaffirms commitment to diaspora ties

The audience included 16 primary school teachers representing Fiji at the WAGGGS Asia-Pacific Regional Conference, alongside Fijians in India for medical treatment and studies.

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Bunnings’ backyard pods won’t fix the housing crisis, but they signal a shift

As Bunnings, Australia’s biggest hardware retailer starts selling tiny homes, it feels like a turning point.

Queensland man denied bail after alleged extremist material found on phone

AFP officers visited the man’s home and issued him with official information outlining the illegality of publicly displaying Nazi symbols.
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