India preparing to resume Op Sindoor?
It has been almost a month and a half since latest devastating conflict between US, Israel, and Iran began. The world has started feeling its impact despite not being involved…
Winston Peters Urges Calm as Iran Conflict Raises Economic Concerns for New Zealand
New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters has called for restraint and level-headed decision-making amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, following high-level talks in Washington, D.C. During his…
The community devastated by the tragic loss of a young life!
The sudden and tragic death of a young and promising Indian student, Shaurya Sriram, has deeply shaken the Indian community in New Zealand. Shaurya, 21, died after being pulled unconscious…
Latest figures show increase in national fuel stocks
There has been an increase in total petrol and diesel stocks, while jet fuel levels remain normal, according to the latest fuel stocks update. Data released on Monday afternoon by…
Luxon says if business case for LNG import terminal doesn’t stack up ‘we won’t be doing it’ as nation awaits fuel supply update
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says that if the business case doesn’t stack up for a planned liquefied natural gas import terminal in New Zealand “we won’t be doing it”. Luxon’s…
ACT, Retail NZ claim paywave surcharge ban ‘dead’, National says not so
The ACT Party is claiming the government’s proposed ban on surcharges for contactless and credit card payments is dead, but the minister responsible insists it is still being worked on.…
PM Modi to attend G7 summit in France
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to travel to France to attend the G7 summit scheduled to take place from June 15 to 17. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and…
Why New Zealand Is So Expensive – And How to Fix It!
New Zealand is an expensive country, with many products priced well above the OECD average, Reserve Bank chief economist Paul Conway told the National Financial Advisers Conference in Auckland. Essentials…
The war in the Middle East is impacting New Zealand-Christopher Luxon
We entered this challenging time in a stronger position than we would have been if this had happened two years ago, but the impacts are still tough for people.Many New…
DiDi announces surcharge in New Zealand, Uber ‘monitoring’ situation as drivers hit by rising fuel prices
Chinese rideshare giant DiDi has announced a fuel surcharge starting next week. DiDi has become the first rideshare company in New Zealand to introduce a surcharge for passengers amid soaring…
Speeding fines surge to 16-year high as police ramp up enforcement
The number of speeding fines issued by police officers is increasing, with last year producing the highest number of fines handed out in 16 years. New figures reveal officers issued…
Defence procurement procedure should have timeline for delivery: Parliamentary panel
Noting that technology is changing very fast and so is the geo-political scenario, Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence has said that any procurement procedure should have a timeline for delivery…
MoCA launches ‘Fare Se Fursat’ scheme; Union Minister Naidu, CM Yodav flag off first-ever Rewa-Raipur flight
Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu and Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday flagged off a historic flight connecting Rewa to Raipur, marking the debut of the…
‘We’re ready to act’: NZ is preparing for fuel disruption, says Nicola Willis
Fuel talk is heating up — but the message right now is: don’t panic. Finance Minister Nicola Willis says New Zealand currently has about 50 days’ worth of fuel on…
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Petrol price could hit $4, economists warn
It’s feasible that petrol prices could reach $4 a litre, economists say. Ongoing conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil prices, taking petrol prices with them. Over March,…
Gull stations run out of fuel as petrol hits $3 a litre mark
Several Gull petrol stations have run dry for the second time in three days, as motorists worry about rising prices and supplies. By Pretoria Gordon for RNZ Petrol (91) has…
Emirates flight from Dubai delayed, arrives in Chennai an hour late amid West Asia conflict
A flight operated by Emirates from Dubai arrived at Chennai International Airport early hours on Friday with a delay of about one hour after its departure was postponed. Flight EK…
6th New Zealand National Hindu Conference 2026 Announced
The Hindu Council of New Zealand (HCNZ) is pleased to announce the 6th New Zealand National Hindu Conference, which will take place on Saturday, 16 May 2026, at the Swaminarayan…
Exports and Tourism Surge as Economy Gains Momentum-Christopher Luxon
New Zealand’s trade and tourism sectors continue to go from strength to strength, driving billions into the economy. New figures show tourism spending reached $46.6 billion in the year to…
Sheetol’s Cultural Runway-Stories through fashion!
When designer Sheetol Chawla presented her work at the recently organised NZICA Centenary Curtain Raiser held at the Cordis Auckland, the audience was impressed. Her presentation was not merely a…
Nearly 5 lakh drug samples tested in five years to ensure safe medicines: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
The manufacture, sale and distribution of drugs are regulated in the country under the provisions of Drugs & Cosmetics Act, 1940 and Rules thereunder through a system of licensing and…
“MK Stalin’s endgame as Tamil Nadu CM has begun, Udhayanidhi biggest threat within DMK”: Piyush Goyal
Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched a sharp attack on Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, claiming that the DMK leader’s “endgame” as Chief Minister had begun and alleging that Stalin was…