The April 2024 edition of ARCH-India's monthly newsletter is now available.

This month, we meet Ujjwal Krishna, an Education Researcher at the Australia India Institute, whose work focuses on transnational models of vocational education training.

The inaugural cohort of the India Australia Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE) Accelerator has been announced, with 15 Australian and Indian startups and small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) selected to participate in Round 1 of the Program.

Sumaira Khan, a student from New Delhi passionate about improving health outcomes for vulnerable communities, has been awarded the second Shah Rukh Khan La Trobe University PhD Scholarship.

This month, we meet Western Sydney University's Dr Nisha Rakhesh, whose work is focussed around sustainable food systems.

The University of Adelaide and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore join forces to exchange expertise in sustainability and energy.

This month, we meet Kamal Dua, an award-winning pharmaceutics and drug delivery researcher who has deep roots in teaching, research and industry in both Australia and India.

Deadline extended: Scheme for Promotion of Academic and Research Collaboration (SPARC) Phase III.

An international team of Australian and Indian research institutes have produced a roadmap to significantly reduce plastic waste in India.

Deakin University has officially unveiled its India campus, becoming the first university in the world to open an international branch campus in India's Gujarat International Finance Tec-city (GIFT City).

This month, we meet Mohan Yellishetty, an Associate Professor at Monash University’s Department of Civil Engineering.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras and Deakin University have jointly unveiled the 'IIT Madras Deakin University Research Academy'.

This month, we meet Laura McLean, a curator and researcher based in Melbourne.

The India Australia Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE) Accelerator provides support to startups working on innovative technology looking to expand between India and Australia.

This hybrid event brought together experts to discuss current trends in bilateral research, interdisciplinary opportunities at the intersection of STEM and HASS, and pinpoint future areas for research collaboration investment.

The Australian Government has released its Education Strategy for India to guide and strengthen the bilateral education partnership.

The Australia India Institute has launched its Mapping Higher Education Engagement Between Australia and India: A Compendium report.

A series of webinars designed to showcase education research from Australia and India and build future collaborations.

Wilma Serrao sheds light on the role of Indian radio in fostering a sense of community as part of her AIRS Fellowship.

The University of Melbourne and the Public Health Foundation of India have signed new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), solidifying their ongoing collaboration.

This month, we meet Dr. Mousumi Mukherjee, Deputy Director of the International Institute for Higher Education Research and Capacity Building at O.P. Jindal Global University.

Jyoti Arora reflects on her AIRS Fellowship exchange in Australia, sharing how she defied tradition to follow her passion for education

Recipients of the third round of the Australia-India Cyber and Critical Technology Partnership (AICCTP) have been announced.

Ishan Phansalkar reflects on his AIRS Fellowship exchange in India, delving into thethe potential of artificial intelligence to advance healthcare

This month, we meet Dr. Karunakar A Kotegar, Director of International Collaborations and a Professor in the Department of Data Science and Computer Applications at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) Manipal

Deakin University's A/Prof Yamini Narayanan has secured nearly $1 million in funding under the 2023 Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowships scheme.

CSIRO has announced the launch of the India Australia Rapid Innovation and Startup Exchange (RISE) Accelerator program.

Emerging researchers Lorane Scaria and Rachel Blance-Palmer reflect on their shared AIRS Fellowship experiences to improve the lives of people with disabilities and their caregivers.

India's Union Cabinet has approved a draft bill to establish the National Research Foundation (NRF) to foster research and innovation across the nation's universities, colleges, institutions and laboratories. 

This month, we meet Dr. Sayantan Khanra, an Assistant Professor in the Business Environment & Strategy area at the School of Business Management, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) in Mumbai, India

Under the Australia-India Cyber and Critical Technology Partnership (AICCTP), The Australian National University’s (ANU) National Security College delivered a Cyber Bootcamp Program in June, on behalf of the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).

A team of Australian and Indian scientists and industry partners recently met in rural India as part of a collaborative project to help local farmers adapt to climate change.

Dr Susan Germein reflects on her AIRS Fellowship exchange in India, delving into the importance of conducting ethical and respectful research in another country.

The prestigious Australia India ‘Unnati’ Research Collaboration Grants have been awarded to 12 Australian researchers.

This month, we meet Professor Vineeta Sirohi, a Professor in the Department of Educational Administration at the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration.

Australia and India have signed a migration and mobility deal set to open opportunities for students, researchers and other professionals. 

Indian-Australian academics Professor Brajesh Singh and Professor Pankaj Sah are among 20 researchers recognised for their outstanding contributions to science by being elected Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science.

Josh McDonald shares how his 2023 AIRS Fellowship was an opportunity for both academic and personal growth.

The University of Wollongong has received official approval to establish a teaching location in India's Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City).

This month, we meet Dr Prashant Ghediya, who shares his experience with the Chennupati and Vidya Jagadish Visiting Scholarship and Fellowship Awards.

The Australian National University scientists, including Indian-origin researcher Dr Anukriti Mathur, have found a clever protein that could be used to fight against a potentially lethal bacteria.

This month, we meet Professor Kathryn Backholer, Co-Director of the Global Centre for Preventive Health and Nutrition at Deakin University.

The University of Adelaide will lead a consortium of experience partners to help build the capacity of India’s agriculture workforce through a new project.

A new agreement will lay the foundations for a start-up and innovation bridge between Tamil Nadu and Western Australia.

The University of Sydney and Indian Institute of Technology Madras have commenced four new joint projects to address international energy challenges.

Applications for the Australia India ‘Unnati’ Research Collaboration Grants open today, deepening and expanding research collaboration between Australia and India.

This month, we meet Bill Pritchard, a Professor of Geography at the University of Sydney. He has been working with colleagues in India for almost two decades on projects connected to rural development, food security and climate change.

Applications are now open for the International Space Investment India Projects grants.

University of Melbourne Professor Prem Bhalla has been recognised as an international Fellow by the Indian Society for Plant Physiology (ISPP).

The Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS) and RMIT have partnered to deliver a dual degree program. 

The University of Melbourne and RMIT are offering new dual degree study options for Indian students.

Charles Darwin University has established an Indian presence, setting up an office in Guragon.

La Trobe University has signed a memorandum of understanding with Bangalore Bioinnovation Centre (BBC) – India's largest biotech start-up hub.

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) and the University of Sydney Law School have signed a memorandum of understanding to further collaboration.

Universities Australia and the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) have renewed their formal partnership.

Australia's Deakin University will become the first foreign university to open an international teaching campus in India.

Australia and India have signed the first ever Mechanism for the Mutual Recognition of Qualifications between the two countries.

Applications are now open for the Maitri Cultural Partnership grants.

More than 60 Australian and Indian emerging researchers have been awarded an Australia India Research Students Fellowship for 2023.

Global health leader Dr Sonu Bhaskar has received the IABCA award for Science, Research and Development. 

India's Education Ministry has received its highest-ever allocation in the latest Union Budget.

Ms Swati Dave has been named as the inaugural Chair of the Advisory Board to the Centre for Australia-India Relations.

Australia has ratified the UNESCO Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications concerning Higher Education.

Indian students are returning to Australia at a faster rate than many other countries.

Our first Researcher Spotlight profile for the year is with Dr. Radhika Gorur, Associate Professor in the School of Education at Deakin University, Australia.

Prominent Indian-Australian scientist Professor Chennupati Jagadish AC PresAA FREng FTSE has been recognised for his exceptional contributions to science, technology and education.

Western Sydney University (WSU) and Shri Swatantra Dev Singh, Jal Shakti Minister of Uttar Pradesh have partnered to deepen water research collaboration. 

Applications for Round 15 of the Australia-India Strategic Research Fund are now open. 

Indian-Australian biotechnologist Associate Professor Parwinder Kaur has been appointed to the Australian Government's independent panel to improve diversity in STEM sectors.

The first cohort of India's "future water leaders" have graduated from the Young Water Professionals (YWP) training program.

This month, we meet Dr Lalit Yadav, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow supporting the Caring Futures Institute, Flinders University and the NHMRC Centre for Transdisciplinary Excellence in Frailty and Healthy Ageing, University of Adelaide

Building access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy – the new Australia-India Centre for Energy.

The Australia-India Strategic Research Fund marks its 15th year of funding.

The Australian Parliament has passed the free trade agreement between Australia and India.

Western Sydney University signs new agreements with Indian agriculture universities.

This month, we meet Anu Rammohan, Professor of Economics and Director of International Relations at the University of Western Australia's Business School.

A new online portal will facilitate student internships in Australia and India to increase ties in education and research.

This month, we meet Dr Aaron Schultz, Lecturer in Animal Biology at Deakin University, Victoria, Australia.

The India Australia Cleantech Exchange (IACX) is seeking collaborations with Australian researchers interested in exploring India’s booming cleantech market.

The Australian Government has announced plans to refresh the nation's science and research priorities.

Deakin University and the Indian Government announce first-of-its-kind government-university-industry partnership.

Applications for the new Australia India Research Students Fellowship (AIRS Fellowship) program are now open.

Universities Australia joined industry leaders on a visit to India to strengthen and increase trade and investment links between the two countries.

This month, we meet Associate Professor Xavier Conlan, Associate Head of School (Research and Industry Engagement) at Deakin University in Victoria, Australia.

University of Sydney partners with Tata Consultancy Services

The UQ–IITD Academy of Research celebrates the enrolment of its 100th PhD student.

A collaborative project that aims to expand accessible virtual care in India and Australia has been launched in New Delhi.

The University of Melbourne has signed a new memorandum of understanding with the University of Madras in India.

New research aims to identify the needs of one of India's and Australia's most loved fruits – mangoes. 

Watch a recording of a hybrid symposium on the future of inclusive digital health in Australia and India.

A new Australia-India strategic partnership will co-develop innovative solutions under the broad theme of ‘Energy’.

Over 100 business, academic and government leaders from Australia and India converged in Delhi this month for the Australia India Leadership Dialogue.

Applications are now open for Indian students to pursue higher degrees by research in Victoria, Australia

ARCH-India formally launches at the Australia India Ministerial Education Council.

This month, we meet Dr. Kiran Shinde, the convener of the Community Planning and Development Program at La Trobe University in Victoria.

The 2022 Australia-India Council grant recipients announced.

A series of new videos highlight the contributions of Australia’s Indian diaspora to the sciences. 

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is on track to be the first Australian university with a teaching base in India.

This month, we meet Dibbendu Roy, a Research Associate working on future generations of mobile wireless communication systems.

Australia and India partner to research advanced recovery of rare earth elements and battery materials.

A recording of a joint Australia-India online seminar exploring 'The Future of the University' is now available.

Australia and India have committed to boost cooperation in the shift to clean energy.

The Australia-India Energy Centre is seeking university, institutional and R&D partners.

Water scarcity in India is an ongoing challenge – but could advances in quantum physics be part of the solution?

This month, we meet Adrian Athique – Associate Professor and Program Leader in Cultural Studies at the University of Queensland.

Recordings and report now available: A series of workshops on water resources management between Australia and India.

The India-Australia bilateral relationship has advanced significantly over the past few years. Richard Marles’ visit suggests that trend is unlikely to change under the Albanese government.

This month, we meet Tata Institute of Social Sciences' Senior Research Fellow Lavanya Gupta.

New report finds India is one of the most promising countries in Asia for collaboration in the humanities.

A new PhD program promotes science and technology innovation in Australia and India.

A new alliance is empowering women entrepreneurs in India and Australia.

Get to know the people involved in ARCH-India. From senior experts to early career researchers, learn about their careers, what makes them tick, and how they are collaborating. This month, we meet Monash University’s Associate Professor of International Political Economy Jagjit Plahe.

Australia and India progress cooperation in the field of disability.

The launch of a new centre in Pune is set to strengthen India-Australia research cooperation.

What the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement means for research collaboration.

The Australian Government has launched two landmark publications: the 'Update to the India Economic Strategy to 2035' and the 'Australia's Indian Diaspora, a national asset' report.

In the last 12 months the Australian Government’s focus on India has been the strongest since 2015, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Australia and Tony Abbott was Prime Minister.

Water is a key priority area of collaboration between India and Australia.

Catch-up on this informative webinar that explores how to prepare successful AISRF and AIC grant applications.

The Australia India Institute's 'Very short policy brief' series examines key questions facing Australia and India with in-depth analysis, clarity and policy relevance. This report examines opportunities for deepening partnerships between Victoria and India in disability.