Court Sides with Borrowers in ANZ Class Action!
The High Court has ruled against ANZ in a class action brought by thousands of borrowers, finding the bank breached its disclosure obligations under the Credit Contracts and Consumer Finance…
A real opening for New Zealand and India
For decades, India has been a market New Zealand could see but not quite reach. The potential was clear – 1.4 billion people, a growing middle class, rising demand for…
Boarding House Bill passes first reading
A Labour Members’ Bill seeking to shine a light on unsafe boarding homes has passed its first reading. “I’m pleased my Bill has passed its first hurdle and that we’re…
A New Era for Kiwi Exports: Trade Growth with India and Beyond-Christopher Luxon
Our Free Trade Agreement with India has just been signed – opening up new opportunities in a market of 1.4 billion people in the fastest growing economy in the world.…
Beyond Trade: A Strategic Shift
The editor of The Indian News spoke with the leading community leader and President of the New Zealand Indian Central Association (NZICA) following his return from India, where he was…
The Relevance of Guru–Shishya Parampara in Modern Times
The Guru–Shishya Parampara has long been the foundation of Indian tradition and values, preserving knowledge, culture and wisdom across generations. While it originated in ancient times, its relevance continues even…
Centre approves Rs 365 per quintal price for sugarcane, PM Modi says “Committed to welfare of farmers”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to farmer welfare after the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane for…
Bal Vikas Classes – Nurturing Culture, Values, and Confidence in Children
Bharatiya Mandir has been a vibrant community hub since 1993, offering a wide range of activities, programs, and events that support the wellbeing of individuals and families.Every Sunday, the Bal…
Modi conquers a key bastion in West Bengal!
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his party have done what was perceived as impossible to do by ending the autocratic, uncontrollable, anti-India government of TMC’s Mamta Banerjee rule in the…
Hindu Foundation NZ Inc. Elects New Executive Team!
The Hindu Foundation of New Zealand (HFNZ), a key organisation representing the Hindu community in Aotearoa New Zealand, has announced a newly elected executive team following its Annual General Meeting…
Disha Insight: stories and Updates A Day at the Zoo: Joy, Nature, and Togetherness
Disha NZ Charitable Trust recently organised a delightful visit to the Auckland Zoo on Wednesday, 29 April, bringing together around 60 seniors for a day filled with joy, connection, and…
Is Devotion to God The Way to Progress on the Spiritual Path?
Sadhguru: Many human beings are delusional enough to think the whole existence is human-centric. It is not. If none of us were here, the Sun will still come up in…
Nepal maintains its stance on Lipulekh area; India rejects Kathmandu’s ‘untenable’ claims
Nepal Government’s spokesperson and Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Sasmit Pokharel, has said that Nepal’s position on the border dispute is clear. India, has already rejected such claims with…
Russia, Ukraine announce separate ceasefire windows ahead of May 9
Russia’s Defence Ministry said it will observe a two-day ceasefire in Ukraine from May 8 to 9 to mark the 81st anniversary of the end of World War II in…
Kiwi-Hindu Identity, Te Tiriti, and Community Dialogue!
Last month was quite eventful for the Bharatiya Hindu community in Aotearoa New Zealand. Kudos to the governments of Bharat and Aotearoa for signing the landmark FTA. This was accompanied…
Netherlands name Leemhuis, Lawrence in debut squad for Women’s T20 World Cup
The Netherlands women’s team have announced a 15-member squad for their maiden appearance at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, with Rosalie Lawrence and Lara Leemhuis earning call-ups as…
BCCI announces venues and fixtures for Team India Sr. Women, India A and India U19 bilateral series
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the venues and fixtures for the upcoming bilateral series involving the Team India (Senior Women), India A (Men and…
I feel RCB can defend their IPL title: Suresh Raina
Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina backed Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to defend their Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2026, praising the way the Bengaluru-based franchise has played so far…
“Were quite clinical”: Pat Cummins praises SRH’s bowling efforts as team beats PBKS by 33 runs
Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) captain Pat Cummins expressed delight and said that the team was “clinical” after they defeated Punjab Kings (PBKS) by 33 runs in their Indian Premier League (IPL)…
“If given opportunity Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should play Test cricket”: Cheteshwar Pujara
Former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara opined that 15-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi “should definitely play Test cricket” if he gets the right opportunity and noted that the longer format of the…
“There has been no official communication”: KSCA after BCCI shifts IPL 2026 final from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad
The Karnataka Cricket Association (KSCA) spokesperson Vinay Mruthyunjaya said that there has been no official communication regarding the shifting of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 final from the M…
Kohli’s ex-U19 teammate Amanpreet Singh Gill passes away at 36
Amanpreet Singh Gill, a former India U19 teammate of batter Virat Kohli and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, passed away at the age of 36. The Punjab Cricket Association (PCA), on X,…
PSG edge Bayern Munich in thriller to reach second straight UEFA Champions League final
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) booked their place in a second consecutive UEFA Champions League final after battling to a 1-1 draw against Bayern Munich in the semi-final second leg, sealing a…
“Weren’t able to take catches”: Shreyas Iyer rues missed chances after PBKS’ defeat to SRH
Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer rued the dropped catches by the fielders after Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) handed them a 33-run defeat in the 49th fixture of the Indian Premier…