Bharatiya Mandir-Auckland, celebrates 29th Patotsav this weekend
The oldest and first purpose-built temple in New Zealand Bharatiya Mandir, is going to complete 29 years of its existence this weekend. It was 29 years ago when the doors…
How COVID-19 is different from other past crises
All the above fears resulted in panic and shortages of essential commodities at supermarkets and panic buying related to several items (such as toilet papers, groceries, and tinned food products).…
Who is behind burning India?
A constant pattern is being followed in India to create civic unrest on every issue since last couple of years, especially after the landslide comeback victory of Narendra Modi led…
International Yoga Day celebrations in New Zealand
World Yoga Day entered 7th year of its being this year since it first started in 2015, following its inception at the United Nations General Assembly in 2014. Yoga as…
Human Right Commission guidelines for school uniforms
Secondary school students will be able to wear their cultural and religious taonga with pride, thanks to the first ever New Zealand Human Rights Commission official school uniform guidelines.
Survival of the Kiwi hospitality industry during COVID-19 – lessons for other industries
We know that the COVID-19 pandemic has adversely affected businesses, people, and governments in all countries including New Zealand. During the financial year 2019, tourism was the largest foreign exchange…
Bhajan Sandhya by Hindu Youth NZ at Rotorua
Hindu Youth New Zealand (HYNZ) organised the first Bhajan Sandhya (spiritual musical session) on 31st May 2022 at the Rotorua Arts Village. More than 30 people including children participated in…
The longing to become one
If you look at this physical urge that you refer to as sexuality, you will see, the urge is to become one with something. It is not just about doing…
The unbated crime spree in New Zealand
Last few months have proved to be a nightmare for many New Zealanders and Aucklanders in particular, mainly to the Kiwi Indian community of New Zealand. Auckland has been the…
Indian High Commission finally moves to a home of its own
The Indian High Commission in New Zealand has moved to its own building premises to 72, Pipitea Street, Thorndon in Wellington on Sunday 5th June, amid lot of fanfare and…
2022: Combatting Elder Abuse
This year, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) coincides with two important events. The first is the start of the United Nations Decade of Healthy Ageing (2021-2030). This marks the…
Elder Abuse Awareness Week June 15-22nd
Elder Abuse is behaviour or lack of appropriate action, occurring within a relationship of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person. The older person and the abuser…
Telugu Badminton Club Canterbury organises Badminton tournament
South Island has witnessed one of the largest doubles badminton tournaments over the Queen’s birthday weekend. The tournament featured 96 players; 48 teams played over 6 divisions. A total of…
The biggest & highly-anticipated trailer of the year – ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ is finally out!
The wait is finally over! All the movie and cricket enthusiasts were treated to the biggest and most highly-anticipated trailer of the year – ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ featuring Aamir Khan,…
