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By Justin Hu, Digital Reporter – Politics New Zealand confirms free-trade agreement with India The agreement is set to be signed in the first half of next year. New Zealand…

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Free Trade Agreement with India must protect migrant workers – Labour

16 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

[email protected] Labour leader Chris Hipkins. Photo: RNZ / Mark Papalii Labour says National must ensure stronger protections for migrant workers in the Free Trade Agreement with India, before it agrees…

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Standing Strong : Sunny Kaushal

12 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

It is a matter of pride,” says Sunny Kaushal, Chairperson of the Ministerial Advisory Group, as he reflects on the group’s recent submission of key recommendations to the New Zealand…

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First UP Diwas celebrated in New Zealand with pride and unity

12 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

The first-ever UP Diwas celebration in New Zealand on Sunday 25 January at Jalsa Indian eatery at Mission Bay marked a historic and meaningful milestone for the Uttar Pradesh community…

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Why Study Literature in Indian Art?

12 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Many are often surprised to learn that Indian art forms are deeply interconnected with literature and that a holistic understanding of art requires familiarity with its literary foundations. For a…

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The enemy within is the real threat!

12 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

The nation witnessed yet another shocking and shameful episode of chaos unleashed by India’s most irresponsible opposition to date, in an episode that surpassed even their own past records of…

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Surya Namaskar Observed at Bharatiya Mandir on the Auspicious Occasion of Ratha Saptami!

12 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Bharatiya Mandir marked the sacred occasion of Ratha Saptami with the annual Surya Namaskar programme on 25 January, held at the Bharatiya Mandir Community Hall. The event brought together devotees,…

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BJANZ Marks Bihar Diwas and Extends Farewell to HCI Neeta Bhushan!

12 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

The Bihar Jharkhand Association of New Zealand (BJANZ) marked Bihar Diwas with great enthusiasm while also extending a warm and emotional farewell to one of Bihar’s distinguished daughters, the outgoing…

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Devi Chitralekha Ji to Grace Auckland with Historic Hari Sankirtan!

12 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

New Zealand’s Indian and global spiritual community is preparing to welcome a momentous occasion with the maiden visit of internationally acclaimed spiritual luminary Devi Chitralekha Ji. Marking her first-ever journey…

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Mosque killer claims ‘wildly fluctuating’ mental state behind guilty pleas

9 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

The terrorist who killed 51 people at two Christchurch mosques claims he was mentally unwell and “irrational” when he pleaded guilty to his crimes. Brenton Tarrant is currently giving evidence…

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Uber rapist Satwinder Singh gives up fight against publication of his photo

9 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

An Uber driver, convicted of raping a teenage passenger, has given up his fight to prevent media from publishing his photo. Satwinder Singh was jailed for seven years and two…

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Papatoetoe candidates highlight magnitude of new local body election

5 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

The upcoming election for the Papatoetoe subdivision of the Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board is shaping up to be a crowded and closely watched contest. Eight new candidates have joined 12 individuals…

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Luxon heckled, Peters fiery as politicians speak at Waitangi

5 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Christopher Luxon (Source: 1News) Prime Minister Christopher Luxon faced heckling from the crowd as he spoke at Waitangi today, where political leaders clashed over the Treaty amid calls for unity.…

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Direct flights between Auckland and Bangkok to resume

3 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Thai Airways (file image). (Source: istock.com) New Zealanders will soon be able to fly directly to Thailand again, with Thai Airways planning to relaunch daily non-stop services between Auckland and…

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Government announces ‘Clarity’: Standardised school reports on students’ learning and assesment.

3 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Education Minister Erica Stanford are set to outline a significant shift in how student progress is measured and reported in New Zealand schools, speaking this…

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India’s 2026 Union Budget: A Long‑Term Play, Not a Headline Grabber

2 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

India’s 2026 Union Budget: A Long‑Term Play, Not a Headline Grabber The Finance Minister tabled the 2026 Budget in Parliament today, and reactions are already pouring in. The document is…

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Why are school uniforms so expensive? And do we need them?

2 February 2026 The Editor The Indian News

As families rush to get children ready for the new school year, uniforms remain a major financial pressure, with tens of thousands of families needing hardship payments to cover back-to-school…

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The 77th Indian Republic Day Celebrated in New Zealand!

29 January 2026 The Editor The Indian News

India’s 77th Republic Day was celebrated with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervour across several locations in New Zealand, including official events held at the Indian High Commission in Wellington and…

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Active Ageing and Community Safety in Action

29 January 2026 The Editor The Indian News

DISHA New Zealand Charitable Trust continues to support the wellbeing, confidence, and active participation of older adults through its regular Positive Ageing Day Programs, held across Balmoral, New Lynn, and…

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Ace Comedy Star Sunil Grover Set to Wow New Zealand Audiences!

29 January 2026 The Editor The Indian News

New Zealand audiences are in for an unforgettable entertainment experience as one of India’s most celebrated comedy sensations, Sunil Grover, prepares to take the stage in Hamilton and Auckland this…

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India and the South Caucasus

29 January 2026 The Editor The Indian News

The South Caucasus – comprising Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia – is a small but geopolitically significant region, susceptible to intense competition between regional and global powers. It is also at…

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India and the Global South

29 January 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Introduction India’s relations with countries of the Global South have deep roots in shared histories, common struggles, and mutual aspirations for development and self-reliance. Over the years India’s role has…

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Conducting Yourself Gracefully:Sadguru

29 January 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Sadhguru: A very large part of the Indian population worships Rama, but if you look at the situations in his life, and the way life happened to him, it seems…

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Spiritual Discourses by Sri Erode Balaji Bhagavathar in Auckland

29 January 2026 The Editor The Indian News

Sri Erode Balaji Bhagavathar is a distinguished spiritual orator and musician, widely respected for his devotion, scholarship, and inspiring discourses. He is a disciple of Sri Sri Muralidhara Swamigal, the…

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“India, EU connected by shared values like democracy, pluralism”: President Murmu

29 January 2026 The Editor The Indian News

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday received Antonio Costa, President of the European Council and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet…