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.

CSIRO report shows how AI could help insurers predict risks and protect Australians

Currently, around one in three Australian homes – 5.6 million properties – face bushfire risk, while one in 12 properties – 1.36 million homes – are exposed to flooding.

Sri Sathya Sai Global donates $159k ambulance to enhance Fiji’s emergency health services

The event was attended by the Assistant Minister for Health and Medical Services, Penioni Ravunawa, and the Minister for Employment, Productivity and Workplace Relations, Agni Deo Singh.

India and Fiji sign seven agreements, announce cooperation in cybersecurity and maritime defence

PM Rabuka praised the outcome of his talks with PM Modi, saying his delegation was “very impressed beyond expectations” with the agreements.

Albanese fast-tracks 5% deposit scheme to help first home buyers save years

The 5 per cent deposit scheme is part of Labor’s $43 billion housing agenda, which also includes boosting supply and supporting renters.

Fiji government backs Hindu Unity Program, vows zero tolerance on religious attacks

Kamikamica reaffirmed government’s zero-tolerance stance on religiously motivated attacks, assuring that “any assault on faith will not be tolerated” and pledging support for dialogue, peace, and reconciliation.

Victoria’s first Indian-origin mayor Pradeep Tiwari steps down temporarily, condemns racism

Tiwari faces charges of alleged dangerous driving, touching a portable device while driving, and failing to ensure a passenger was not seated in the same seat as the driver.

ABC’s coverage of hoax Hindu temple ‘mass murders’ shows how unverified claims can shape international narratives

For weeks, Dharmasthala’s name was tied to an imagined horror story that received global amplification.

Fiji’s PM Rabuka meets BJP President Nadda, discusses diaspora ties and healthcare partnership

Nadda welcomed PM Rabuka and highlighted the historic and civilisational bonds between India and Fiji, strengthened by the Indian diaspora that makes up nearly one-third of Fiji’s population.

Indian squash prodigy Anahat Singh makes history in Australia despite injury

17-year-old Anahat Singh made history on Sunday by becoming the first Indian woman to reach a PSA World Tour Copper-level final, finishing runner-up at the NSW Squash Bega Open 2025 despite battling an ankle injury.

PM Rabuka in New Delhi to reaffirm Fiji–India friendship

The official programme includes high-level meetings, site visits, and exchanges aimed at deepening cooperation in development, climate resilience, education, and people-to-people ties.

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