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.

INFOTAINMENT

Melbourne artist Mita Chowdhury to explore migration and identity on Venice’s international stage

During the six-day programme, Chowdhury will work alongside artists, designers, filmmakers, writers and researchers from Deakin University, participating in workshops, creative exchanges, feedback and critique sessions.

NEWS

October 7 Anniversary: Political leaders condemn Hamas terrorism as Sydney pro-Palestinian protests spark backlash

Jewish organisations across Australia are holding commemorations to honour those killed in the 7 October attacks and remember the hostages and survivors.

POLITICS

One Nation pushes for ban on burqas, niqabs and other full-face coverings in schools ahead of Victorian state elections

It also wants to strip cross-curriculum priorities, including Indigenous histories and cultures, sustainability and engagement with Asia, from some core subjects

NEWS

The Australia Today multicultural voter survey: Liberal-National Coalition emerges on top as Labor and One Nation battle for second

The survey of 1,268 Australian citizens eligible to vote, aged between 20 and 60 and living in Victoria, was conducted between 5 and 28 September 2026.

NEWS

British national Jagtar Singh Johal released from Indian prison as legal battle continues in terrorism-related cases

The cases include allegations involving murder and terrorism offences involving victims associated with right-wing organisations, the Christian community and Dera Sacha Sauda in Punjab.

NEWS

Indian-Australian Sandhya Reddy takes top job as 73rd Mayor of Strathfield Council, Esther Kim elected Deputy Mayor

“It is an honour to be elected Mayor and have the opportunity to serve the Strathfield local government area”

NEWS

Asian Games podium to airport limbo: Nepal’s bronze-winning women’s kabaddi team stranded for 40 hrs in Bangkok

Players and officials then spent hours waiting through repeated delays before travelling through Thailand and becoming stuck at Bangkok airport.

NEWS

Albanese and Carroll restart Melbourne Airport Rail push as there is still no date for a train to actually reach airport

Government planning material says Keilor East residents would eventually have a turn-up-and-go service every 10 minutes, with trips to the CBD taking around 27 minutes and journeys from Keilor East to the airport taking about six minutes

IMMIGRATION

Nursing leader Dr Sujatha Shanmugasundaram honoured with 2026 ACT Women’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Her career spans around 35 years across clinical practice, teaching, research and professional leadership, including work in acute care, aged care and palliative care.

NEWS

David Shoebridge and Mehreen Faruqi to face off in crowded Greens leadership contest while One Nation surges

It is deliberately provocative language — and it exposes the strategic choice confronting the Greens after a bruising period in federal politics.

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Melbourne mum’s warning after needles allegedly found in son’s Cherry Ripe during Halloween trick-or-treating

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One Nation’s Seva Melnikov seeks blessings at Hindu temples ahead of Kororoit contest

The visits come amid debate about One Nation’s call for a “monocultural” Australia and what that would mean for communities maintaining their religious and cultural traditions.

IMMIGRATION

Indian couple’s asylum claim rejected by immigration tribunal; sought protection from alleged threats by Punjab-based moneylender

Tribunal observed that migrants who borrow heavily to fund overseas education or employment were increasingly bringing similar protection claims before the tribunal.