JITARTH JAI BHARADWAJ

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Jai Bharadwaj, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Australia Today, is an award-winning journalist with a proven track record in international media. Renowned for his expertise in broadcasting, storytelling, and investigative reporting, he combines rigorous fact-checking with data-driven insights to deliver impactful journalism.

POLITICS

India and US strike major trade deal as White House confirms removal of additional 25% tariffs

Trump said the tariff reduction was granted “out of friendship and respect” for Modi and claimed the Prime Minister had agreed to stop buying Russian oil and significantly increase purchases from the United States.

IMMIGRATION

More than 14,000 international students left Australian universities within their first year, CQ University recording 57% dropout rate

Education Minister Jason Clare outlined legislative changes aimed at improving integrity in the international education sector, including measures that enable a ban on commissions paid to education agents for onshore student transfers.

POLITICS

A rattled Premier Allan and rising challenger: how Jess Wilson is reshaping Victoria’s political contest

Critics argue the aggression reflects a government struggling to recalibrate its message against a leader who is neither internally divisive nor easily dismissed.

SPORTS

Pakistan to boycott India clash at T20 World Cup as ICC warns against ‘selective participation’

The ICC said it was awaiting formal communication from the PCB but stressed that all member nations share responsibility for the successful delivery of the tournament.

SPORTS

Selection shocks and subcontinent struggles leave Australia under pressure ahead of T20 World Cup

Australia’s batters have been exposed by variable bounce, slower surfaces and a lack of experience in pacing T20 innings on the subcontinent.

NEWS

New timetables, new routes: Here’s what changes as Metro Tunnel goes fully online

In the west, Werribee and Williamstown line services no longer interline with Frankston trains. These lines now operate independently, with revised timetables intended to reduce flow-on delays caused by congestion elsewhere in the network.

HEALTH

RANZCR appoints Dr Rajiv Rattan as new president, signals focus on training and clinical excellence

“We will continue to invest in training and education to ensure that our future generations continue to thrive in a world of innovation.”

POLITICS

Pauline Hanson demands explanation over removal of Australian flag from NDIA email signatures

She said the Australian flag and coat of arms represent “not only the Australian nation but every Australian citizen” and should be displayed prominently to foster national unity and identity.

POLITICS

National Cabinet locks in record $25bn hospital funding deal and major NDIS reforms

From 1 October 2026, children with developmental delay or autism with low to moderate support needs will begin transitioning to Thriving Kids from NDIS

SPORTS

Jensi Kanabar creates history as first Indian girl to win Australian Open U14 title

Kanabar’s victory adds to India’s growing presence in international junior tennis and highlights a strong pipeline of emerging talent.

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NEWS

‘I fell in love with India’: Australian solo traveller praises kindness and hospitality of strangers

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IMMIGRATION

Almost half a million arrivals, 174,500 new homes: IPA says Australia’s housing crunch is no mystery

For the March quarter alone, net housing supply increased by 54,200 dwellings, compared with 193,780 net permanent and long-term arrivals.