October 30, 2012

Diwali 2012

An enjoyable festival for all

The Diwali festival of lights is a significant celebration for many people across New Zealand. The festival is a vibrant, entertaining, and unique celebration for

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Let us labour towards greater progress

I would like to offer my best wishes to the Indian community as you celebrate the Festival of Lights with your family and friends. This

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Diwali denotes cultural diversity

There can be little doubt that Diwali is not just a celebration of one of the most important religious events in the Hindu calendar, but

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Special significance for the community

It is that time of the year again when Indians across New Zealand and around the world are in ‘Diwali Mode.’ Diwali or Deepawali symbolises

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Efforts focus on higher productivity

New Zealand has been through a challenging few years, and during these tough times, job security and being able to provide for our families have

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Destroy the demons in us to rejoice

Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is the most popular of all the festivals from South Asia. It is also the occasion for celebrations by

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Children to the fore in Pukekohe

Diwali in Pukekohe will focus on children with competitions, fun and entertainment. It would also be an occasion for families and elders to get together

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Diwali takes ANZ close to Indian community

New Zealand businesses should gain a better understanding of India and occasions like Diwali must be used to spread goodwill and happiness, a top banker

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GOPIO anniversary doubles festival of joy

People of Indian Origin (PIO) are at the heart of India and their contributions to the progress and development of the countries in which they

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May the Candle of Hope keep burning

I am reminded of the story of four candles- Candle of Love, Candle of Peace, Candle of Joy and Candle of Hope. Sometimes in life

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Indian T-Pad makes an ideal gift

While India’s prowess in the development of software and IT solutions has secured the country a place of pre-eminence in the world market, its increasing

Satsang programmes at Arya Samaj

The Pratinidhi Sabha NZ Inc will conduct a number of Satsang programmes in New Zealand, marking the on-going festive season. The festivities began at the

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Teamwork embellishes Manukau Diwali

Two Community Organisations and a radio station have come together to organise Manukau Diwali on November 10, 2012 with grandeur, colour, cuisine and entertainment. Manukau

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Timely counselling helps social victims

Youngsters who have fallen on bad days can be comfortably rehabilitated into the mainstream society and made to be productive and useful, a successful businesswoman

Memories are made of (good) photographs

Photography may have become commonplace with the proliferation of ‘do-it-all’ digital cameras and the ubiquitous mobile handsets with in-built cameras, but the significance of professional

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Right diet ensures good sleep

Do you know that an average person spends a third of their life in bed sleeping? Good and healthy sleep is vital to heal and

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Waste not, want not food

Trying to take off these ‘nutrition goggles’ I constantly wear is a real mission, especially, when it is time for the communal movie, followed by

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Indian cuisine tickles the Kiwi palate

New Zealand is home to more than 110,000 people of Indian origin. Most of them, having merged with the mainstream society and imbibed the prevalent

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Self-realisation accentuates endurance

You are what you are, only between two storms and hence, the frequency of the storms in life determines your level of settlement. When the

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United family enchances festival value

In India, the whole country would glow with enthusiasm under the light of lamps, candles and fireworks. Do you believe in good times in which

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Increasing relevance year after year

Diwali, one of the biggest festivals of India is upon us. This pious and joyful day is celebrated by millions across the world. From Rashtrapati

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Fireworks resound festival splendour

Diwali, the Festival of Lights is largely celebrated on Amavasya (New Moon) night. This year, Diwali will be observed on November 13, while many Council-

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Konkani drama arrives in Diwali spirit

Light and darkness, substance and shadow, knowledge and ignorance are all aspects of nature and life, symbolising the meaning and purpose of Diwali. It is

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A composite Festival of wide significance

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, has been celebrated throughout India since times unknown in history. Hindus living in grass-thatched mud hut to mansions, and those

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Planets determine religious observances

Diwali celebrations are fixed for the ‘Amavasya night ‘(New Moon) of the month of Kartika but this Amavasya is not a mathematically counted day. It

Bollywood machos promise smash hits

The festival of Lights Diwali brings extra cheer to cine buffs, as Bollywood releases its highly anticipated films during this period. This year will see

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Hindu Council issues Diwali guidelines

While Diwali is a happy occasion which includes the participation of all ethnic groups, the spirit of the festival is lost if commercial organisations do

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Origins of Diwali before Christ

Historical evidences reveal that the earliest celebrations that the semi-civilised man organised were held around light and fire, maybe for protection against wild animals that

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