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.

Canadian intelligence labels Khalistani extremists and Pakistan as national security threats

The report stressed that only a group of individuals based in Canada are involved, but they remain active in “promotion, fundraising or planning of violence primarily in India.”

Albanese strengthens global ties at G7 with focus on energy, defence and wildfire response

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed optimism about concluding the Australia-EU Free Trade Agreement, stressing that any deal must serve Australia’s national interest.

Indian-origin dairy entrepreneurs win top Aussie award for ‘Desi Dahi’

Kisaan Dairy, co-owned by Jaspreet Singh and Surinder Singh, also won an impressive six gold and nine silver medals across various product categories.

Bribery, racism, and privacy breaches exposed in Canada’s immigration department misconduct report

Twelve employees were caught accessing confidential immigration files without authorisation—some driven by curiosity, others attempting to help relatives or friends.

18 arrested with 100 criminal charges in extortion and insurance scam targeting Indian businesses in Canada

The group was behind a “significant portion” of extortion incidents in Peel and also manipulated the insurance system by staging “dozens” of fake collisions.

University of Western Australia to open campus in Mumbai and Chennai under Modi govt’s education reforms

The programs in STEM and business are designed to meet the aspirations of Indian students and address the needs of the global workforce.

Indian-Australian startup Lubdub named Heart Foundation Catalyst Partner for home heart care innovation

Lubdub.ai will receive $100,000 in seed funding, national advocacy support, and assistance in securing further investment from philanthropy, impact investors, and venture capital.

Amazon bets big on Australia’s AI future with $20 billion data centre boost

"Whether it’s quantum, AI, defence, health, software or space – our business leaders and experts are solving real-world problems and creating new opportunities."

Fiji’s Indian diaspora gathers to mourn victims of Ahmedabad plane crash

The community came together for a prayerful tribute, which included the chanting of Geeta Path, Shanti Path, and special prayers led by respected spiritual leader Swami Jee and community elder Manhar Kaka.

Melbourne celebrated 11th International Day of Yoga with ‘one earth, one health’ call for holistic living

Vasudeva Kriya Yoga founder Rajendra Yenkannamoole called for a cultural shift from reactive health care to proactive self-care, where yoga can play a vital role in preventing illness, cultivating joy, and enhancing quality of life

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ISIS claims deadly Islamabad bombing amid warnings of extremist blowback

Repeated international warnings that the direct or indirect cultivation of extremist networks — whether for global jihad or against neighbouring India or Afghanistan — would ultimately prove self-destructive for Pakistan are now playing out.

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.
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