April 14, 2013

Women can tackle violence at home

Ethnic Affairs Minister Judith Collins has rightly emphasised the need to quell family violence and make our homes safer. Speaking at a conference of the

April, 15 2013 Issue

The Iron Lady was stronger than Gibraltar

The death of former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher on April 8 brought to an end an important chapter in the political history of modern

Telling effects of Cyprus banking crisis

The banking crisis in Cyprus came as a sharp reminder to savers around the world that banks are not necessarily the safe havens they like

April, 15 2013 Issue

Nightly discourse for Rama Navami

Rama Navami celebrations began at the Shiv Mandir Temple in South Auckland on April 11 and would continue until April 20, with nightly Pooja conducted

April, 15 2013 Issue

‘Beautiful aspects of Life’ explained

If you are one of those who constantly wonder about planet earth and its beings, there is a unique opportunity to learn about the ‘Beautiful

April, 15 2013 Issue

Cultural treat awaits Bharata Natyam enthusiasts

The challenging art of Bharata Natyam will once again come under the spotlight as a 11-year-old student presents her solo performance in Auckland later this

Model of the Fortnight

Indian women should play an active part in the community to keep in touch with their culture, says Kaashta Khullar, our Model of the Fortnight.

April, 15 2013 Issue

Ahmadiyyas underscore moderation, harmony

The Ahmadiyya Muslim community in New Zealand received kudos from a number of political and community leaders and officials at the Silver Jubilee celebrations of

April, 15 2013 Issue

Shanti Niwas volunteers honoured

Volunteers of Shanti Niwas Charitable Trust were among those honoured at the recently held Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board Community Awards. Among them were Pushpa Prasad and

April, 15 2013 Issue

Musical prowess overcomes physical challenge

The power of music to enable people to overcome physical and mental challenges has been proved time and again, the latest evidence for which comes

Miracle on earth dazzles visitors

Raving commentaries about Asia’s latest must-see tourist attraction in Singapore aroused my curiosity. What my wife and I encountered at the Marina Bay was overwhelming.

Miracle on earth dazzles visitors

Raving commentaries about Asia’s latest must-see tourist attraction in Singapore aroused my curiosity. What my wife and I encountered at the Marina Bay was overwhelming.

April, 15 2013 Issue

Hand wash prevents disease spread

Research conducted by scientists from Queen Mary University of London (QUAL) and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) reveal that our hands are

April, 15 2013 Issue

Funding round for volunteers

The Government has invited applications for funds in the volunteer sector, stating that the closing date is May 1, 2013. Community and Voluntary Sector Minister

April, 15 2013 Issue

More take to Islam in France

Yearly conversions to Islam have doubled in France over the past 25 years, Bernard Godard, an official in charge of religious issues at the French

Muslims establish funeral fund

The Muslim community has established New Zealand’s first national Janaza Waqf fund to help families with the cost of burying their loved ones. Many families

April, 15 2013 Issue

Carnatic musician casts a spell in Auckland

Music lovers in Auckland were delighted to listen to the melodious voice of Carnatic music singer Abhishek Raghuram last month. The concert, organised by the

April, 15 2013 Issue

Festival adds colour to communities

Holi is emerging as another festival popular among a cross-section of the New Zealand society as reports of this year’s celebrations show. West Auckland The

Fundraiser concert for Ganesh Temple

Popular singer Shriram Iyer will return to Auckland to participate in a fundraising musical evening in aid of the Ganesha Temple in Papakura. The programme

The best of our sportspersons step forward

The second Indian Newslink Indian Sports Awards Presentation Night was held on April 6, 2013 to recognise and encourage sportspeople of Indian descent, who had

Indian Newslink Indian Sports Awards

Sports Administrator of the Year Sponsor Finalists: Sheikh Israr, Ayyaz Khan, Bobby Chandra Winner: Ayaaz Khan Best Cricket Player of the Year Sponsor Finalists: Bhupinder

INL Sports Awards

Supreme Sportsperson of the Year (Male)

Judge Ramesh Patel’s comments Arun Panchia was a prominent part of the Auckland National Hockey League team that won the title in 2012. He was

April, 15 2013 Issue

AIS St Helens takes home Cricket trophy

AIS St Helens won the ‘Spirit of Cricket Indian Community Tournament’ Trophy, winning against Desi Warriors. Organisers Muthtamil Sangam lost in the round robin matches.

Festival marks solemnity and solidarity

‘Baisakhi’ (aka ‘Vaisakhi’) is an auspicious Punjabi Festival. The Festival got its name from the month of ‘Vaisakh,’ celebrated after the successful harvesting of Rabi

Sikhs parade harmony and equality

The Punjabi community in Auckland got together to mark the annual Baisakhi festival with piety, grandeur and unity, highlighting one of the most fascinating traditions

Bhakti spawns religious sects in India

The Bhakti movement in Medieval India was responsible for many rites and rituals associated with the worship of God by Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs of

Five virtues of distinction

The virtues recommended by the Scriptures are many, but five of them are regarded as major virtues. These are Chastity, Patience, Contentment, Detachment and Humility.

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