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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday lauded the elimination of 10 Naxalites in Chhattisgarh during a joint operation by CRPF’s Cobra commandos, Chhattisgarh Police, and District Reserve Guard (DRG).…
*Ginny Andersen Should Look in the Mirror Before Lecturing on Small Business Pain* When Ginny Andersen talks about the struggles of small businesses, I can’t help but ask: what’s her…
From early next year, over 100,000 more Year 1–8 students will have access to a Learning Support Coordinator to provide the support they need so they can thrive at school.…
If you’ve been to your local dairy, takeaway shop, or corner store lately, you’ve probably noticed the change – fewer customers and fewer purchases. For the many in our Indian…
Auckland came alive with vibrant colours and pulsating rhythms on Saturday, September 6, 2025, as the Bihar Jharkhand Association of New Zealand (BJANZ) hosted its spectacular “Garba Nights” event. Held…
Sakhi Ethnic Family Market Day was held on Sunday, 31 August 2025 at the New Lynn Community Centre, bringing together families, performers, and small businesses for a vibrant celebration of…
The Whau Ethnic Collective (WEC) recently hosted its 3rd Annual General Meeting, bringing together members, volunteers, and community supporters for an evening of reflection and renewal. The gathering celebrated governance…
The Reserve Bank has revised its housing market forecast, now expecting house prices to fall slightly by 0.3% this year—far below its previous 7% growth estimate. It attributes slower-than-expected house…
Kiwis received welcome news last week as the Reserve Bank again reduced the Official Cash Rate. The latest reduction means the OCR has now fallen from 5.5 per cent to…
A LEGACY OF HOSPITALITY, INNOVATION, AND HEARTFELT IMPACT From humble beginnings to national leadership in hospitality, Sudima Hotels is celebrating 25 years of redefining what it means to operate a…
The New Zealand Government is introducing new legislative and policy changes to fast-track supermarket development, aiming to increase competition in the grocery sector and ease cost-of-living pressures. Economic Growth Minister…
Prepared by: Gurpreet Arora , Family Harm Partnership Liaison Officer, Counties Manukau
This year’s New Year Honours List, presented by King Charles III, celebrates the incredible achievements of seven remarkable individuals in New Zealand. These honorees come from diverse backgrounds and have…
Three Bangladeshi nationals were arrested at Tripura’s Agartala Railway Station on Sunday for illegal entry into India, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of the Agartala Government Railway Police stated. The arrest was…
The much-anticipated establishment of the Consulate General of India (CGI) in Auckland has officially commenced, marking a significant milestone for the Indian diaspora in the region. H.E. Dr Madan Mohan…
The Prime Minister has failed to show leadership and kill the Treaty Principles Bill. It’s time to stand up for our shared history and tell the government why they are…
A series of new laws targeting gang activity will come into effect from midnight, marking a significant step in the government’s broader strategy to reduce crime, says Justice Minister Paul…
On Monday 18 November, Age Concern Auckland proudly launched its South Asian Family and Sexual Violence Prevention Initiative, marking a significant step toward addressing family and sexual violence among older…
A Special Court in Chennai convicted and sentenced a Hizb-Ut-Tahrir (HuT) to five years of rigorous imprisonment (RI) for promoting the divisive and violent ideology of the terrorist outfit, the…
ACT leader David Seymour says the earlier-than-expected introduction of the Treaty Principles Bill is simply routine and that the intense response is “much ado about nothing.” Initially, the bill’s introduction…
India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar voiced serious concerns on Tuesday about the recent vandalism of a Hindu temple in Canada, calling it “deeply concerning.” His remarks came during a visit…
The Indian community in New Zealand is currently experiencing a mix of anxiety, confusion, and frustration in response to a series of anti-India and anti-community incidents that have disrupted the…
The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld the constitutional validity of ‘Uttar Pradesh Board of Madrasa Education Act 2004’. The top court quashed the Allahabad High Court’s March 22 verdict which…