"To all Australian investors and businesses here today, I encourage you to take full advantage of the strengthened arbitration landscape in India", said Deputy Consul General of India, Sydney, Nirav Sutaria.

Ministerial Direction 107 has already caused a 60,000-visa shortfall in higher education this year.

A key highlight of the event was the Hall of Fame ceremony, where Women in Mining India honoured trailblazing teams for their contributions to diversity and inclusion.

Canada’s Immigration Minister Marc Miller noted that some students, particularly from countries like India, Nigeria, and Ghana, are applying for asylum shortly after arriving, even though conditions in their home countries have not changed.

The event featured 43 finalists and was joined by Senator Penny Wong, who was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award and spoke on the power of diversity as Australia’s greatest strength.

The sole survivor, a woman in her 20s, escaped thanks to Rick Harper, who smashed a window with a metal pole, allowing her to scramble out head-first.

“We don’t support any extremism or discrimination, especially if it is against India.”

The partnership is expected to significantly enhance the delivery of public services and stimulate the digital start-up ecosystem in Fiji.

Awasthi pledged to work tirelessly for his constituents, advocating for their needs while promoting inclusivity and support for multiculturalism.

This new resource centre aims to foster a knowledge exchange between India and Fiji, reflecting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to enhancing educational and cultural connections through his 12-Point Action Plan outlined at the recent FIPIC Summit.