May 30, 2012

Asset sale spells state bankruptcy

The Mixed Ownership Model is the Government’s new ‘fancy term’ for the privatisation of our State-Owned-Assets. I had the privilege of submitting my views on

We need talent, not beneficiaries

The National Government has announced a major change in its immigration policy, shifting the family category from one of mass to that of class. New

Budget raises two-sided debate

Most of the intelligent criticism of Finance Minister Bill English’s sixth budget has been for what it doesn’t say. This debate won’t be found in

Serial tickles India’s moral conscience

Aamir Khan’s Satyamev Jayte, now running on ‘Star Plus’ channel, has hit India like an Agni missile. As an influential person, he has challenged the

Apathy keeps men away from doctors

Despite protracted educational campaigns and health ministry warnings, men in general and those of Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan and Nepalese origin remain apathetic towards

Birthday bash with Galaxies of Stars

It was an evening for the Stars, the Milky Way and billions of other Galaxies on the vast canvas of the Universe. For about 120

1 June 2012 Issue

Programme to mark Elder Abuse Awareness day

The importance of caring for the elder members of the society and protect them from mental, verbal and physical abuse would be the highlight of

1 June 2012 Issue

Philosopher extols virtue of freedom

A prominent thinker and philosopher has extolled the virtue of freedom, emphasising its importance to every human being on the planet. Victoria University Professor of

1 June 2012 Issue

Octogenarian marks his birthday

A number of friends and well-wishers joined Auckland based businessman Puvanakumar Sundaramoorthy in celebrating the 85th birthday of his father-in-law Kandiah Arulanantham at his Epsom

Model of the Fortnight

People from the South Indian state of Kerala are justifiably proud of their high level of literacy, simplicity and amiability. The beauty of the land,

1 June 2012 Issue

Hindus define unity and cultural awakening

The time-tested traditional, moral, cultural and business values of Hinduism came under the spotlight at a conference held in Auckland last month. Ethnic Affairs Minister

1 June 2012 Issue

Teenager set for Bharata Natyam debut

An Auckland student, with proven qualifications in Bharata Natyam, is getting ready to perform her Arangetram before an invited audience later this month. Twelve-Year old

1 June 2012 Issue

Network offers help to family violence victims

A group comprising three women of Indian origin has urged victims of family violence to seek counselling and other assistance and make their homes and

1 June 2012 Issue

Exhibition in aid of Child Cancer Foundation

An exhibition of paintings by an internationally known artist will be held in Auckland later this month. The paintings, created by Bhanu Shah under the

A rare treat for Carnatic Music lovers

The rich traditional heritage of Carnatic Music in all its manifestations would come to the fore at a series of programmes beginning this weekend. The

Tribute to music duo planned

Lovers of Tamil film songs can expect a scintillating journey back to the golden age of melody at a unique programme due to be held

1 June 2012 Issue

Classical dancer to perform in Auckland

A popular dancer of Indian origin is due to present a Bharata Natyam dance recital in Auckland next fortnight. Sajilal Narayanan, currently associated with the

1 June 2012 Issue

Controversies sting IPL matches

Season five of the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been more in news for reasons off the field, than on the field. The tournament began

1 June 2012 Issue

Winter offers snapper aplenty

Winter could turn out to be a good season for fishing but enthusiasts must take a number of precautions, the foremost of which relate to

Qualified migrants go on fast track

New immigration family policies will help New Zealand attract and retain skilled migrants, and ensure that their family members can settle well and are self-sufficient.

Industrious Indians would welcome the change

Policy changes introduced by the National Government last month favour migrants who are able to demonstrate financial ability to support their parents. They also favour

Nine-year old child faces unjust deportation

Hemani Mall is one of hundreds of New Zealand citizen-children facing the prospect of being deported because one or both parents are overstayers. Hemani is

Changes enhance Indian core values

I support the National-led Government’s important work in immigration policy as it fits well with the core values of the Indian community. Immigration helps to

Unfair immigration policy hits common people

New Zealand’s ethnic and migrant communities are anguished and disappointed over the Government’s sudden policy changes. Immigration Minister Nathan Guy announced the changes, giving applicants

Two-tier system could prove beneficial

The recent changes to the Family category announced by Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has created a lot of waves. A large number of people have

Immigration Special

Ethnic businesses foster economic strength

Businesses owned and operated by ethnic communities and by immigrants are significant to economy recovery and growth in the export sector, a leading banker said

Immigration Special

‘Loss of gravity’ balances family category

Shivani Arora and her husband Kuldeep have lived in New Zealand for more than ten years. They are now successful business people and have raised

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