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Parliament rookies. Cricket heroes. Comedy gold. And the lights go up at IFFM.

AI investigation | Newbie Parliamentarians | IFFM launch | Vir Das | Cricket for charity

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Indian Link
24 Jul • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

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There’s a new buzz in Canberra - and it’s not just the politics. A fresh batch of parliamentarians has taken their seats, many for the very first time. Among them are fresh voices from multicultural backgrounds, signalling a shift in Australia’s political landscape. This week, we take a look at their first steps in Parliament - the nerves, the pride…

It’s a reminder that change doesn’t just happen through policy, but through the people we send to speak for us. 

Rajni Anand Luthra 

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AI 171 now stands at a crossroads: pilot error or system failure? Only a full, transparent probe into tech, people, and process can ensure real accountability.

   S. RAJA GOPALAN

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From swearing-in to selfies: we talk to two newbie parliamentarians about their first days at work.

RAJNI ANAND LUTHRA

Equal parts comedy, social commentary and video diary, Vir Das’ Netflix special Fool Volume explores what it really means to use your voice.

SRUTHI SAJEEV

Meet ten-year-old Veer Tangri, who has founded a charity donating used sporting gear to less fortunate children.  

LAKSHMI GANAPATHY

  • Indian-origin representatives as they start work this week in Australia’s 48th Parliament: Michelle Ananda-Rajah (Higgins VIC), Zaneta Mascarenhas (Swan WA), Cassandra Fernando (Holt VIC), Ash Ambihaipahar (Barton NSW), Leon Rebello (McPherson, QLD) and Varun Ghosh ( Senator, WA). 

  • Michelle Wade, who has been reappointed for an additional term as Victoria’s Commissioner to South Asia, based in Bengaluru.

  • Canberra’s Prerana Mehta, CEO of Australian Council of Learned Academies ACOLA, for being named Director to the Board of Asia Society Australia.

Aamir Khan. Vir Das. Guru Dutt. And a slick selection of new films - from breakout debuts to festival heavyweights, regional gems to real-world stories. Plus, all your usual festival favourites.

TORRSHA SEN and RAJNI ANAND LUTHRA

Step into the wild with Wings & Whiskers, a stunning exhibition by artist Priya Cox, celebrating the rich biodiversity of Australian wildlife. Inspired by the vivid contrast between native Australian birds, Cox's work brings nature to life through intricate, heartfelt portraits of local fauna.

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Indian comedian Vir Das in Fool Volume

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