AMIT SARWAL

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Dr Amit Sarwal is the Co-Founder and Editor of The Australia Today, with a career spanning broadcast media and academic leadership. He brings strategic vision, cross-cultural expertise, and editorial innovation to storytelling that connects communities and amplifies diverse voices.

SPORTS

Top 20 finish for Australia and India at world university sports festival in Germany

Australia placed 11th with a total of 12 medals (5 gold, 3 silver, 4 bronze), while India finished 20th, earning 2 golds, 5 silvers and 5 bronzes.

INNOVATION

Cheaper medicines by New Year as Albanese government caps PBS scripts at $25

From 1 January next year, the maximum cost of a prescription under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) will be capped at just $25 — the lowest price seen in over two decades.

INNOVATION

New Zealand bans annoying card surcharges: time for Australia to catch up?

The Reserve Bank of Australia has recently proposed a full ban on surcharges for Eftpos, Visa and Mastercard transactions.

INNOVATION

India backs Fiji’s farming future with shipment of Cowpea seeds

India has consistently supported Fiji in nation-building efforts across key sectors including health, education, disaster management, and capacity building.

INNOVATION

Australian High Commissioner joins India’s mass tree drive honouring mums and Mother Nature

Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, launched last year by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the planting of a Peepal tree at Buddha Jayanti Park, blends personal sentiment with ecological action.

INNOVATION

Indian-American teens lead 3M science challenge to reimagine the future

With innovative projects ranging from biodegradable plastics to clean energy solutions, these remarkable teenagers are not only redefining the possibilities of science at a young age but also challenging global issues with creativity and conscience.

HEALTH

What is chikungunya virus, and should we be worried about it in Australia?

Some people are more prone to having worse symptoms, including infants, older adults, and people with pre-existing medical conditions.

INNOVATION

Government, Opposition and community leaders unite to condemn racist attack on Melbourne Hindu temple

The Shree Swaminarayan Temple, a sanctuary for Melbourne’s Hindu community, was defaced with hateful graffiti, including a slur demanding “Go home brown c**t” painted in red.

INNOVATION

Millions of Aussie workers to have penalty rates protected under new workplace law

The legislation would directly impact approximately 2.6 million award-reliant workers, many of whom are employed in industries such as hospitality, retail, health and aged care.

INNOVATION

Australia under pressure as Pacific nations praise ICJ’s legally non-binding decision on climate obligations

While the ICJ’s opinion is not legally binding, it provides powerful legal clarity and is expected to shape national and international climate litigation for years to come.

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IMMIGRATION

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