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.

INNOVATION

‘I don’t know how I’m alive’: Thrown from Seat 11A in Air India crash, lone survivor

The crash killed 241 people, making it the world’s deadliest aviation disaster in over a decade.

IMMIGRATION

Thousands of international students face qualification loss after training provider shut down

The affected qualifications span crucial sectors including aged care, disability support, early childhood education, and community services—areas already grappling with workforce shortages.

INNOVATION

Aussie battery breakthrough powers $15m deal with Indian giant to fast-track EV revolution

Developed at the Australian Institute for Innovative Materials (AIIM), the innovation is now set for global commercial deployment.

INNOVATION

Are you stuck in a low-paid job despite your high degree? New proposed reform could change that

Many skilled migrants remain locked out of equivalent professional roles even a decade after settling in Australia.

INNOVATION

Big-name retailers fined for misleading Black Friday ‘site-wide’ sale claims

The consumer watchdog launched a targeted review of dozens of sales ads during last year’s Black Friday and post-Christmas period.

INNOVATION

The million-dollar question: Can Aussies still afford to buy a home?

The number of residential dwellings in Australia grew by 53,400 over the quarter, bringing the national total to 11,338,500.

INNOVATION

‘Visa-free Pacific’ and shared growth on Fiji Deputy PM Prasad’s agenda

“There’s no reason why Solomon Islands logs cannot be processed in Fiji rather than in distant Asia”

INFOTAINMENT

Australian supermodel Miranda Kerr brings ancient Indian wellness secrets of ‘turmeric’ to global skincare

Kerr praised India’s fusion of ancient holistic practices and modern beauty standards, calling the market a "perfect fit" for her certified organic products.

IMMIGRATION

Over 7,000 Nepali face deportation as Trump ends protected status

The status for Nepal will officially end at 11:59 p.m. on 5 August 2025 — 60 days after the decision’s effective date — giving those affected a brief window to leave the country or seek alternate immigration pathways.

INNOVATION

Former PM Scott Morrison, builder of modern Australia-India partnership, honoured with nation’s highest award

Morrison deepened Australia–India ties—“as close as a curry and naan”—through trade, education, defence and people-to-people links.

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IMMIGRATION

Baltej Singh, nephew of Indira Gandhi’s Khalistani assassin, loses bid to keep identity secret in NZ’s record “Honey Bear” meth case

Baltej Singh was arrested at Auckland Airport while attempting to board a flight to Dubai, carrying more than $10,000 in cash.

POLITICS

Dinesh Gourisetty wins Liberal preselection defeating Moira Deeming in western metro contest

Despite backing from prominent conservative figures, including former prime minister Tony Abbott and media commentator Peta Credlin, Deeming was unable to hold off the challenge.

NEWS

Young blood takes charge: Two-Thirds of Nepal’s Ministers under 40

At 35, Balen Shah is the youngest person ever to serve as prime minister in Nepal’s history. His government is characterized by a remarkably youthful leadership, with 10 out of the 15 ministers under 40 years of age, making it one of the youngest cabinets in the world.