Landlords: Stay Alert to Keep Your Properties Safe
Police encourage landlords to be vigilant to the risks your properties are being used to commit crime. In the 18 months up to end of June 2025 Police uncovered 187…
Shaping the Future of Tourism!
In a historic step toward strengthening bilateral ties in tourism, the Consulate General of India in Auckland, in collaboration with The Indian News, organised an insightful seminar focused on fostering…
India and New Zealand: Expanding Horizons of Trade, Education, and Collaboration
During my past twelve months in Auckland, I have had the opportunity to visit cities such as Hamilton, Cambridge, and Whangārei, where I met with city council leaders, local business…
Taking politics out of the classroom
When parents send their children to school, they expect them to learn real facts, to think for themselves, and to understand the wider world. They don’t expect politics to be…
DISHA NZ Insights: Stories and Updates A Home Away from Home: Learning, Connection & Community at DISHA NZ
DISHA New Zealand Charitable Trust continues to nurture a sense of belonging, wellbeing, and lifelong learning among seniors and newcomers through its day programs and community initiatives. Two recent highlights…
Hundreds Gather at Bharatiya Mandir for Joyous Tulsi Vivah Celebration!
On Monday, 3 November, the auspicious day of Triyodashi in the month of Kartik Pradosh as per the Hindu calendar, Bharatiya Mandir, the first Hindu temple established in New Zealand…
DharmaFest 2025: Celebrating Unity in Diversity through Dharma
Hindu Youth New Zealand (HYNZ) is delighted to announce the upcoming DharmaFest 2025, held in collaboration with the HOTA (Hindu Organisations, Temples, and Associations) Forum. This vibrant, youth-led celebration will…
Vibrant Diwali Milan Samaroh by BJANZ Showcases Cultural Pride and Togetherness!
The Bihar Jharkhand Association of New Zealand (BJANZ) hosted a vibrant Diwali Milan Samaroh 2025 at the Mount Eden War Memorial Hall, uniting Members of Parliament, community leaders, and families…
PCA announces Rs 11 lakh award for Harmanpreet Kaur, Amanjot Kaur
The Punjab Cricket Association (PCA) has announced a cash award of Rs 11 lakh each to recognise and celebrate the remarkable achievements of Harmanpreet Kaur, captain of the Indian women’s…
Crowned with Purpose: Sindhya Kirpalani Shines for New Zealand on the World Stage
When Sindhya Kirpalani walked across the stage at the Mrs. Globe 2025 pageant in Shenzhen, China, she wasn’t just wearing a gown and a crown, she was carrying the pride,…
WPL 2026: India’s WC stars Harmanpreet, Smriti, Jemimah, Richa among likely retained players; Healy, Lanning likely to let go
Indian World Cup-winning stars Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma are some of the stars likely to be retained by their respective franchises ahead of next year’s…
Manu Bhaker, Swapnil Kusale to spearhead India’s 40-member squad for ISSF World Championship in Cairo
Paris 2024 medallists Manu Bhaker and Swapnil Kusale will be the highlights for India’s 40-member shooting contingent at the ISSF World Championship Rifle/Pistol 2025, which gets underway in Cairo on…
Diageo mulls RCB sale, launches “strategic review” ahead of 2026 season
Diageo, the owners of the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Women’s Premier League (WPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), said that it is conducting a “strategic review” of its investment…
Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana get inked with special World Cup victory tattoos
Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana marked Team India’s historic maiden ICC Women’s World Cup triumph with special tattoos. On Wednesday, Harmanpreet Kaur took to Instagram and shared a picture of…
Gurupurab 2025: Kareena, Neha Dhupia, Angad Bedi offer prayers at Gurdwara
On the auspicious occasion of Gurupurab, Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor Khan paid a sacred visit to a gurdwara in Mumbai. In the visuals captured by the shutterbugs, Kareena was seen…
“Stay blessed with all love”: Virat Kohli receives birthday wishes from brother Vikas, sister Bhawna
As star cricketer Virat Kohli celebrates his birthday today, heartfelt wishes have been pouring in from across the globe. Along with fans and fellow cricketers, his family members also joined…
AR Rahman unveils Rooh-e-Noor, an all-women band celebrating Indian music
Music maestro AR Rahman has launched Rooh-e-Noor, an all-women band. The band has been formed under the leadership of AR Rahman’s daughter Katija Rahman. As per a press note, Rooh-e-Noor…
Rajinikanth collaborates with Kamal Haasan for ‘Thalaivar 173’, Sundar C to direct
Megastar Rajinikanth’s new film ‘Thalaivar 173’ will be created under Kamal Haasan’s RaajKamal Films International banner. Sundar C has come on board to direct the movie. This landmark collaboration not…
Prince Narula, Yuvika Chaudhary reveal daughter Ekleen’s face on Gurupurab
Star couple Prince Narula and Yuvika Chaudhary, who became parents to daughter Ekleen in October 2024, have finally revealed her face on the auspicious occasion of Gurupurab. The couple had…
India, Portugal discuss trade and economic cooperation, defence ties during Foreign Office Consultations
India and Portugal held the fifth Foreign Office Consultations, discussing cooperation across a range of areas, including defence and security, renewable energy, agriculture, science and technology, tourism, and education. Acording…
US airspace faces restrictions as government shutdown enters its 36th day
Days after warning of possible US airspace closures, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Wednesday announced new flight restrictions as the government shutdown reached a record 36 days, amid mounting safety…
Sri Lankan Opposition leader backs India’s bid for permanent UNSC seat
Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has backed India’s long-pending bid for a permanent seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), calling it a recognition of “global power realities”…
Varanasi illuminated by radiance of Dev Deepavali, enchants mind and soul: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to people on Dev Deepavali, highlighting the splendour of the celebrations in Varanasi, “the sacred city of Baba Vishwanath”. “The sacred…
Rajasthan: Road safety campaign launched across state on directions of CM Bhajanlal Sharma
In accordance with the directions of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, a 15-day Road Safety Campaign has been launched across the state from November 4 to November 18, with the objective…