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…
Is a ‘Super Smash Bros. Movie’ coming? Mario Galaxy Film drops big hint
In a surprise crossover development, the upcoming ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ has officially added Fox McCloud to its roster, intensifying speculation that a larger ‘Super Smash Bros.’ cinematic universe…
High Fuel Costs Shift Travel Habits!
Rising fuel prices are beginning to reshape how people travel across New Zealand, with early signs showing that some drivers are choosing to stay off the roads, particularly in major…
India records highest surge in QS Subject Rankings 2026
QS Quacquarelli Symonds, the global experts on higher education intelligence, has published the 16th annual edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject. The rankings benchmark more than 21,000…
NZICA Calls for Full Cooperation with Immigration New Zealand
The New Zealand Indian Central Association (NZICA) is aware of recent reports concerning a group of visitors who entered New Zealand as part of a cultural delegation for Holi celebrations…
New Zealand Air Force Hercules Joins Australian Squadron for Exercise Trojan Compass
For the first time, a Royal New Zealand Air Force C-130J Hercules has been flying using an Australian call sign while operating as part of a Royal Australian Air Force…
Christopher Luxon’s matai title ceremony kicks off with eyes on PM’s relationship with Samoa’s new leader
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s relationship with Samoa’s new leader will be put on display today after the Samoan Government was forced to clear up confusion over whether Luxon personally requested…
Safer town centres benefit everyone
Many people in the Indian community came to New Zealand because it is a safe and orderly country – a place where hard work is rewarded and families can build…
Khel Utsav 2026: A Celebration of Games and Unity
An initiative by the Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS NZ Chapter), Khel Utsav 2026 was successfully organised on February 28, bringing together members of the community to celebrate traditional Indian games,…
The world is at a crossroads after the latest conflict!
The world is watching in horror as the war, now raging for over a week, continues to escalate. It began on the night of 28 February, when Israel and the…
Why Has Storytelling Always Been Part of Indian Art?
As a child or even as an adult, what did you enjoy more: listening to a story or reading it yourself? If you think carefully, most people will say listening…
‘Move on’ the homeless? Luxon doesn’t understand small business owners
OPINION: You know, for a man whose whole tagline is “trust me, I’m good at business”, Christopher Luxon still does not understand small business owners. This week, when asked about…
One in seven New Zealand children living in hardship, new data shows
The lack of progress happening in New Zealand to reduce child poverty is both “hugely disappointing” and “unacceptable”, the Children’s Commissioner says. Data released by Stats NZ on Wednesday for…
Jacinda Ardern living and working in Australia after move from US
The former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern is living in Australia with her family, a spokesperson has confirmed. “The family has been travelling for a few years now,” her…
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Recovery, Reform, Resilience:PM Luxon
With just eight months to go before New Zealand heads to the polls, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says his government has made significant progress in stabilising the economy and laying…
NZ-India FTA must protect workers and students
Labour has a strong history of supporting free trade, and we want to see an agreement with India that benefits both nations. Our free trade agreements must not cause harm…
NASA Astronaut Mike Fincke’s medical issue prompts early return of SpaceX Crew-11 from ISS
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has provided additional details on the early return of SpaceX’s Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station (ISS). Astronaut Mike Fincke, who served…
PM Modi, Israeli counterpart travel together to attend technology and innovations exhibition
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday travelled together to see an exhibition which showcases strides made in the world of technology. “After my Knesset…
New Zealanders’ dismal savings balances revealed says Westpac.
A third of New Zealanders have savings of less than $500, Westpac says, with Auckland and Northland lagging the rest of the country. Westpac has released new data that shows…
‘Defence, AI to be at centrestage in PM Modi, Netanyahu’s talks’: Israeli envoy to India
Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, on Monday stated that defence and artificial intelligence (AI) will be the primary focus between India and Israel during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-day…
BAFTA Film Awards: ‘One Battle After Another’ sweeps 6 awards, ‘Sinners’ creates history, ‘I Swear’ stuns with 3
As the curtains came down on Sunday night at London’s Royal Festival Hall, the BAFTA Film Awards delivered drama, history, and a few gasp-worthy moments, with One Battle After Another,…
NASA to roll back launch of manned Moon mission after Helium flow discovery
NASA will roll back the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket and Orion spacecraft for Artemis II off the launch pad, delaying the most-awaited crewed flyby mission to the Moon. This…
AI Impact Summit 2026 emphasises international cooperation to ensure AI benefits humanity: MEA
The AI Impact Summit 2026 in New Delhi emphasised the need for international cooperation to ensure AI benefits humanity. The summit focused on seven pillars: human capital development, access for…
“Aim to champion pro growth regulatory environment that fosters AI innovation”: US Under State Secy on US-India AI Opportunity Partnership
US Under Secretary of State Jacob S Helberg hailed the US-India’s pro-innovation approach to AI, stating that both countries aim to “champion” a pro-growth regulatory environment for the development of…
AI Impact Summit Declaration 2026 reflects global commitment to harnessing AI for human progress and welfare: Goa CM Pramod Sawant
Goa chief minister Pramod Sawant welcomed the adoption of the New Delhi Declaration at the AI Impact Summit 2026, calling it a historic step towards ensuring that Artificial Intelligence becomes…