India’s swelling foreign reserves and national pride!
India’s foreign exchange reserves (forex) crossed the $700 billion milestone for the first time on record, extending its winning streak to seven straight weeks. India is now only the fourth…
Consequences coming for attacks on people at work
Like many Aucklanders, I have been alarmed and saddened by recent reports of attacks on public transport, including against bus drivers. I recently met with one such bus driver and…
Prime Minister Luxon inaugurates new Nauhria Precast manufacturing facility!
Prime Minister of New Zealand Rt Hon Christopher Luxon officially opened the new manufacturing facility of Nauhria Precast Ltd at Hunua Road in Papakura on Thursday 26th September. The opening…
Navratri celebrations kick off with great excitement!
Navratri festivities began with great enthusiasm! This nine-day Hindu festival, dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga, started on Thursday, October 3rd, and will end on Sunday, October 12th. The…
OCR at 18 months low at 4.75%
The Reserve Bank has lowered its benchmark cash rate by 50 basis points. The central bank reduced the official cash rate (OCR) to 4.75 percent, marking its lowest point in…
ISRO’s SSLV-D3 Mission: A Triumph for Indian Space Technology!
ISRO’s Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV), a new addition to India’s space launch capability, has successfully demonstrated its potential with the third developmental flight, SSLV-D3. This mission, launched on August…
DISHA NZ Charitable Trust Celebrates the Grand Opening of North Shore Centre
Disha NZ Charitable Trust marked a significant milestone with the grand opening of its new North Shore Centre, located at 55 Meadowwood Dr, Unsworth Heights. The event, held on September…
Introducing Team EmpowHER and their 2024 Community Events!
Team EmpowHER, founded by Rani Nalam in 2020 during the challenging times of COVID-19, aims to address the struggles faced by ethnic communities in New Zealand. Rani noticed a gap…
International Coffee Painting Exhibition at Hindu Heritage Centre Rotorua
The Hindu Heritage Centre in Rotorua is delighted to announce the upcoming International Coffee Painting Exhibition featuring the renowned artist Mr. Uday Korde from Gujarat, India. Sponsored by the Gujarat…
Official launch of the New Zealand Bharat Chamber of Commerce and Industry!
New Zealand has been trying to get a free trade agreement with India for the last two decades, but those efforts have not borne fruit. Successive governments have tried to…
Alcohol Watchdog Applauds Ban on Supermarket’s Alcohol Sales
A two-day alcohol sales suspension for New World supermarkets across the South Island is expected to be a significant financial hit, according to an alcohol watchdog. Thirty-two New World stores…
Ambani family joins Antilia Cha Raja’s immersion procession to the sea
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and his family joined Antilia Cha Raja’s immersion procession to the sea as they celebrate the benevolent God’s presence this year and pray for him…
Relentless attack on Indian interests!
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit USA in the third week of this month and his visit is of high geopolitical significance after his whirlwind missions to Russia,…
Hindu Council of New Zealand Mourns the Passing of Māori King
The Hindu Council of New Zealand expresses deep sadness and heartfelt condolences on the passing of the Māori King, His Highness Te Arikinui King Tuheitia, whose leadership played a pivotal…
Uber drivers celebrate groundbreaking employment court ruling!
A recent ruling by a New Zealand court has dramatically altered the employment status of Uber drivers, designating them as employees rather than independent contractors. This decision, which represents a…
Joyful Janmashtami Celebrations Across the Globe and in New Zealand!
Janmashtami, the festival marking the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth and most revered incarnation of Lord Vishnu, was celebrated with immense joy, fervour, and devotion worldwide on Monday, August…
Justice for Abhaya: A Community United for the Kolkata Victim!
On August 9, 2024, , a 31-year-old postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College Hospital in Kolkata, India, tragically lost her life under shocking circumstances. After completing an exhausting…
Spark’s $50 Million Cost-Cutting Move: Hundreds of Jobs on the Line
Spark, one of New Zealand’s largest telecommunications companies, has announced a significant restructuring plan aimed at reducing its labor costs by $50 million. This decision, which has sent ripples through…
BNZ Lowers Mortgage Rates Following OCR Drop and Simplifies Rate Structure
BNZ Lowers Mortgage Rates Following OCR Drop and Simplifies Rate Structure BNZ (Bank of New Zealand) has reduced all its fixed mortgage rates after last week’s decrease in the Official…
Save Minorities in Bangladesh: New Zealand Communities Appeal for Urgent Action
In light of recent political instability and communal violence in Bangladesh, minority communities, including Hindus, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, and others, are facing severe persecution and atrocities. The Hindu community of…
