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,…
69th Everest Day celebrations kick off
Everest Day is celebrated every year jointly by Non-Resident Nepal Association of New Zealand (NRNA-NZ) and the Himalayan Trust in New Zealand and in Nepal. The 69th anniversary celebration kick…
Can grief be a vehicle for growth?
Most people do not know what it means for misery to strike in the form of life. But for certain people, when it really strikes, everything that they valued in…
Maserati MC20 supercar lands in New Zealand
MC20 is "First of its Kind" and Maserati returns to a stage where it has always starred, that of Supercars that combine luxury and performance with the Brand's unique style.The…
“My passion has always been for acting and I started as an actor with them” says Nona Shedde, Treasurer of Prayas theatre
“I believe the audience will find the play interesting, moving, and good. These things need to be spoken, talked, and discussed about, and it puts in perspective what we all…
Everest Day-2022 Press Meet
Non-Resident Nepal Association New Zealand (NRNA NZ), the New Zealand chapter of Non-Resident Nepal Association (NRNA) worldwide network, organised a ‘meet the press’ on 15th May at Himalayan Fusion restaurant…
First ever research on crisis management in response to Covid-19 of hotel industry in New Zealand
Pankaj Jauhri, a hospitality professional came up with ‘Crisis Management in response to covid-19: An exploration of New Zealand hotels’ research when Covid-19 hit the world.
MATA New Zealand organises Ramadan Eid Milap
Mana Andhra Telugu Association Incorporated: popularly known as MATA in New Zealand organised a Ramadan Eid Milap event on Friday 6th May at the Mt Eden War Memorial Hall at…
Islam is being misused by some hardcore Muslims!
The name of Islam is being misused and exploited by a small section of radical Muslims for their vested interests and nefarious agenda, but their actions give a bad name…
NZ back on the world map for tourism and travel
We are delighted to be once again welcoming international tourism and business travellers to Aotearoa New Zealand as the country opens to visitors from around 60 visa-waiver countries.
Non-visa Waiver Travellers Still Being Forgotten
While much has recently been made of our borders finally reopening and being able to welcome visitors back to New Zealand, spare a thought for the many New Zealanders who…
Tobacco tax hikes increased aggravated robberies of dairies
New research on the robberies of dairies for cigarettes supports the claim that the tobacco tax hikes contributed to the 2016-2017 spike in aggravated tobacco-related crime across New Zealand. Media…
Shakespeare meets Chekhov meets Sindhi in Prayas’ new family drama
The next show from New Zealand’s biggest South Asian theatre company Prayas Theatre, Dhaba on Devon Avenue, comes to TAPAC from 26 May to 5 June 2022. From American playwright…
True Significance of Eid ul Fitr
Eid ul Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan and gives Muslims a day to celebrate a great achievement which they make in form of winning the…
Withdrawing From Activity
To seek the Divine, should you withdraw from worldly affairs? How can you withdraw from worldly affairs anyway? It all depends on what it is that you call worldly affairs.…
Natch – Kathak is not just dance, but a dance company
Natch-Kathak Dance company is a collaboration between Sargam School of Indian music and Purnima Garg. Established recently, this platform has been brewing since last year, crusted with an ambitious plan…
National Party’s fund raiser event in Auckland
New Zealand’s main political opposition party, National Party recently organised a fund raiser event for Panmure-Otahuhu electorate on Saturday, 23rd April 2022 at Papatoetoe Cosmopolitan Club at Papatoetoe. The man…
Eid Mubarak!
National Party values our Muslim community and the important contributions they make to New Zealand. As a country, we should always reflect that religion, ethnicity or language differences should not…