Seymour campaigns for smaller govt in ‘State of the Nation’ speech
The ACT leader has distinguished his party from its coalition partners in a state of the nation speech, giving a blunt assessment of how tough things are at the moment,…
Hopes six-monthly reporting season will show economic turnaround
The six-monthly company reporting season is about to start, with high hopes that earnings will start to reflect the turnaround in the economy. Investment firm Forsyth Barr said 2025 looked…
Free Trade Agreement with India must protect migrant workers – Labour
[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…
“Every cricket fan is very happy”: MP CM Mohan Yadav congratulates Indian team on win against Pakistan
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav congratulated the Indian cricket team on their victory against Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, stating that the win came with…
One-sided, once again: Kishan shines as dominant India crushes Pakistan by 61 runs
A knockout punch in form of a half-century by Ishan Kishan and a collectively brilliant bowling performances helped India secure a 61-run win against Pakistan in the ICC T20 World…
T20 WC: Suryakumar hails Ishan’s “responsible” knock following win over Pakistan, feels Men in Blue had “15-20 runs above par”
Following his side’s win over Pakistan, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav hailed Ishan Kishan for his magnificent knock, which oozed a mixture of ruthless aggression and responsibility at the same time,…
“India rocked it”: Sachin Tendulkar after Men in Blue’s emphatic win over Pakistan in T20 WC
Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar praised India’s commanding win against arch-rivals Pakistan in the Group A match at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, highlighting the impact of the powerplay and…
Alert: Power cuts and flooding as storm hammers lower North Island. Avoid non-essential travel.
More than 30,000 properties have lost power as wild winds bring trees and power lines down across much of the lower North Island.
“8-1”: Cricket fraternity reacts after India’s thumping win over Pakistan in T20 WC
India’s emphatic victory over Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup sparked strong reactions from members of the cricket fraternity, who hailed the team’s dominant display against the arch-rivals.…
UAE spinner Simranjeet, head coach Lalchand speak on team’s collective ambition: More fixtures against Test teams to “raise their level”
Ahead of their ICC T20 World Cup clash against Afghanistan in Delhi, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) spinner Simranjeet Singh and head coach Lalchand Rajput spoke on team’s aspirations to…
“We will win the World Cup as well”: BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla backs India to win T20 WC after hammering Pakistan by 61 runs
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Vice President Rajiv Shukla hailed India’s massive win over Pakistan in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup as a huge achievement,…
Not thinking about these rivalry, I treat it as a one match, says Axar Patel after India-Pakistan T20 WC fixture
India’s star all-rounder Axar Patel says he treats Pakistan just like any other opponent, focusing solely on cricket and not on any rivalry narrative after his side hammered the Men…
“We didn’t really give ourselves a chance”: Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson after India clinch high-stakes clash
Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson admitted that his side failed to adapt to match conditions in their high-pressure encounter against India after Men in Green suffered a one-sided 61-run loss…
Ishan’s childhood coach lauds batter’s “commendable” knock against Pakistan; mother shuts down “shaadi” talks
Following Ishan Kishan’s brutal 77 against Pakistan which earned India their third-successive win in T20 World Cup, the wicketkeeper-batter’s childhood coach Uttam Mazumdar expressed happiness with his pupil’s knock in…
Assam: Grand finale of 21st Capt Jintu Gogoi, Vir Chakra Memorial Football Tournament held in Duliajan
Amid thunderous applause, patriotic fervour and an electrifying atmosphere, the grand finale of the 21st Capt Jintu Gogoi, Vir Chakra Memorial Football Tournament was held at Nehru Maidan in Duliajan,…
Nagaland CM Neiphiu Rio calls for early Naga settlement at Lui-Ngai-Ni; emphasises ’emotional integration’
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Sunday unveiled a commemorative monolith at Ukhrul headquarters during the celebration of Lui-Ngai-Ni, the seed-sowing festival of the Naga community, and stressed the urgent…
“Will be active for next 20 years”: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy after Congress dominates municipal elections
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday said that the Congress party secured victory in nearly 90 per cent of seats in the recently concluded municipal elections and asserted…
Assam Governor attends 9th State Film Awards for the years 2020 and 2021
Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya attended the 9th Assam State Film Awards for the years 2020 and 2021 held at the Sri Sri Damodardeva International Auditorium on Sunday. According to…
“Well played Team India”: Amit Shah congratulates Men in Blue for victory against Pakistan in T20 WC
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday extended his heartiest wishes to Team India for emerging victorious against Pakistan in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 at Colombo. The Home…
“Inspired by Lord Shiva, executed with Rudra’s intensity”, Rajnath Singh highlights Operation Sindoor on Maha Shivratri
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that the Indian Army draws inspiration from Lord Shiva. He said, “Just as Lord Shiva embodies both protection and destruction, our armed forces today carry…
Historic tribal students’ conclave in Agartala highlights janajati empowerment and vision of Viksit Bharat
Agartala witnessed a historic and powerful gathering as nearly 4,000 tribal students assembled for a grand conclave organised by Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), Tripura Pradesh, reaffirming the commitment to…
T20 WC: Markram’s blistering knock guides South Africa to dominant win over New Zealand
South Africa captain Aiden Markram played a pivotal role in his team’s commanding seven-wicket victory over New Zealand in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup matchat the Narendra Modi Stadium,…
BWF Para Badminton World C’ships: Pramod secures two gold medals
India’s ace para shuttler Pramod Bhagat delivered a historic performance at the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Para Badminton World Championships 2026 in Bahrain, clinching the gold medal in men’s singles…
Raoul Hyman, Alister Yoong shine as Indian Racing Festival’s Goa street race delivers high-octane action
The inaugural Goa round of the Indian Racing Festival produced high-octane motorsport action, with Raoul Hyman and Alister Yoong claiming victories in Round 4 at the Manohar International Airport Street…
ISL: Debutants Inter Kashi hold Super Cup champions FC Goa to earn first point
Indian Super League (ISL) debutants Inter Kashi produced a disciplined and determined display to hold AIFF Super Cup champions FC Goa to a 1-1 draw in match two of the…