Covid 19 coronavirus: Australia to consider India travel ban 26 Apr, 2021 11:24 PM 4 minutes to read India is fighting a devastating second wave of Covid-19 that is killing thousands each day. Video / CNN India is fighting a devastating second wave of Covid-19 that is killing thousands each day. Video / CNN news.com.au By: Samantha Maiden Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison is under pressure to lock down Australia's border with India and take a tougher line on international travel amid revelations that Aussies are still jetting overseas despite travel bans. Under Australia's travel ban, which came into effect last March, Australians have to apply for an exemption to leave the country. The man who travelled to India was granted an exemption for his trip.