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.

Uttarakhand’s Harela festival brings “Land of the Gods” spirit to Auckland

Families often set up clay idols of Hindu god Shiva and goddess Parvati to mark their divine union and pray for a good harvest and environmental harmony.

“It isn’t easy to get one million views”: Is being an influencer really harder than being a doctor or teacher?

What was pitched as a bold new initiative to support digital creators (@ausinfluencerunion) quickly became a lightning rod for criticism, with audiences on TikTok and other platforms slamming the group.

University of Western Australia to create future-ready education pathways for Indian students

The agreement encourages ongoing academic and cultural exchange between both countries.

India’s Remona Evette Pereira dances into history with 170-hour Bharatanatyam marathon

Remona is also trained in semi-classical, western, and contemporary dance, and has previously featured in the India Book of Records, Golden Book of Records – London, and the Bharat Book of Records.

Indian-origin security guard Ramandeep Singh’s killer jailed for life over brutal park attack

“You must have known the violence against Mr Singh was extreme and unacceptable,” Justice Venning said.

Indian-origin techie Nikhil Ravishankar to take off as Air New Zealand new CEO

Ravishankar’s promotion comes as Air New Zealand pushes back against fierce competition from Qantas and North American carriers increasing their presence in the Pacific.

Next generation of Australians to gain stronger Asia literacy under New Colombo Plan reforms

Since its launch in 2014, the NCP has supported more than 55,000 Australian undergraduates to undertake study, internships, and language training in the Indo-Pacific region.

Forced marriage and trafficking cases surge by 12%, AFP uncovers record 382 reports of modern slavery in Australia

Australia is primarily a destination country for human trafficking, with these crimes occurring quietly across our suburbs, towns, workplaces, schools, and even within family homes.

Fiji and India advancing health and cultural cooperation: DPM Prof. Prasad

Fiji's Prime Minister Rabuka’s forthcoming visit to India, scheduled for 25 August 2025, will further cement this enduring partnership and pave the way for new collaborative ventures.

Australia’s first homegrown orbital rocket lifts off — and crashes in 14 seconds

The three-stage rocket, built to carry small satellites into orbit, lifted off successfully in its maiden test flight, clearing the launch pad and firing all four engines — a milestone that Gilmour Space called a “strong result” despite the early crash.

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Foreign fishing boats torched as Australia sends hardline border warning

The Border Force says the action reflects a broader surge in enforcement across northern Australia, confirming a 40 per cent increase in the destruction of seized vessels this financial year compared with the same period last year.

School breaks make up more than an hour of the day. Should they be considered part of learning?

Recess and lunch are generally regarded as “breaks” from learning – where children can play or have free time.

Grandmother Bishnu Kumari Gurung visiting from Nepal killed after car ploughs into Perth home

Bishnu Kumari Gurung had arrived in Australia only months earlier with her husband to visit family.
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