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Male victims speak out on marriage abuse
Contrary to popular belief, women are not the only victims of family violence, failed or fraudulent marriages. An increasing number of men are beginning to
Free workshops for businesses
If you are an entrepreneur, retailer, manufacturer, exporter or a professional, you could be a beneficiary of the workshops organised this year as a part ...A wrong place for increased presence
You may want more persons of Indian Origin in Honours List, Parliament, employment, business and perhaps even in the news. But there is one place where ...Devotees hold their breath for Master’s visit
One of the most endeared spiritual leaders with a penchant for peace and harmony will be in Auckland this week to meet and interact with ...Seminar on family violence
Issues related to family violence and the need to promote safety at home will be the focus of a seminar on domestic violence due to ...Media speculation hinders murder probe
The Auckland District Police are concerned that media speculation on the identity of a man wanted in the murder of taxi-driver Hiren Mohini could hinder ...Appeal for Fiji flood relief
Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ) First Vice-President Javed Khan has appealed to New Zealand to consider the plight of the victims of ...Counselling helps Indian students
An Indian Newslink report (March 15, 2010) had suggested that some “unwanted behaviour issues” were on the rise among some Indian students in India. Although ...Truancy puts teenagers out of class
Picture a fourteen-year-old boy, sitting on the steps of a schoolyard and crying. The boy’s name is Jordan and he is at his first full ...New Bill offers better protection to investors
Former Commerce Minister Lianne Dalziel has launched a Private Members Bill that aims to offer better protection to investors. The Illegal Contracts (Unlawful Limitation on Regulators’ ...Lift in GST will trigger inflation
Reserve Bank Governor Dr Alan Bollard believes that any increase in GST will have a direct impact of prices of other commodities. “I agree that increase ...“Off-the-Plan” gains liable for tax
Investors are generally unaware of the tax implications of a property that is bought and sold “off the plan”, or when a development is still ...Facelift puts property on high street
Substantial changes to a ‘high street’ property in Auckland City’s Central Business District will put a new signature on quality and elegance. The Ranchhod Group of ...Recession bites but Fijians don’t panic
During my recent visit to Fiji, I was amazed at the widespread normalcy powerfully evident, in most urban centers, depicting the social, political and economic ...Vegetable attacks breast cancer
The extract from the common Indian vegetable karela (Bitter Gourd), may help in killing breast cancer cells and prevent them from multiplying, a US based ...Throw those cancer sticks away!
A number of deterrent measures are required to stub out the smoking habit from New Zealanders, one of which would be to make it too ...Programmes improve community health
To hundreds of people resident in the Auckland region, Manukau based Anand Isher Educational and Community Trust is an epitome of social service. Health camps that ...The day people crossed racial borders
Communal harmony and reaching out to others in the society are expressions that are more heard than experienced and although New Zealanders are largely tolerant, ...Meditation boosts overall health
Meditation helps to calm the nervous system, eliminate stress and promote the overall physical and mental wellbeing, a visiting practitioner has said. Yoga and Meditation expert ...Visiting Guru shows route to happiness
Those seeking happiness may not find it in their neighbourhood, community, society or even environment; but those looking within would not only recognise its presence ...Rainbow event fosters race relations
As Prime Minister John Key, Social Development & Employment Minister Paula Bennett, Labour MPs Chris Carter and Dr Rajen Prasad, National MP Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi and ...Bhagavad Geeta comes to the fore
The significance of Bhagavad Geeta will be explained with a hands-on approach at a series of three discourses beginning in Auckland this week. Swami Anubhavananda, founder ...Key extols the Indian Diaspora
Prime Minister John Key has praised the Indian Diaspora, paying tributes to their hard work and dedication. “The Indian community is hard working and diligent. They ...Heart-rending film scoops more awards
The latest film from Auckland-based film writer Shuchi Kothari, due to screen at a charity event next week, has collected a new clutch of international ...Top Sri Lankan singers due in Auckland
Two performers popular among the members of the Indian and Sri Lankan communities will appear in a music concert in Auckland next week. Sri Lanka based ...Baker’s dozen at Wellington beauty pageant
Thirteen Wellington based young women will participate in the first regional beauty contest vying of the title on April 17. The winner will automatically enter the ...Hindi musical comedy coming up
If you are a real theatre lover, you should make yourself available next month as one of the finest Indian plays goes on stage in ...It is no swansong for the maestro
There is increasing pressure on singer-composer-performer-producer-director Amit Sengupta to present at least one more Old is Gold programme to satisfy singers, instrumentalists and most important ...Loads of laughter from Jagathy & Co
Malayalam film fans can expect to go into stitches of laughter as a group of film stars present an evening of fun and guffaws in ...Pakistanis win friendly match
True to their country of origin, Pakistanis in South Island displayed their characteristic style of playing stylish cricket, winning a friendly match against the Christchurch ...Walkathon raises $4000 for charity
Members of the Ahmadiyya community in Auckland raised $4000 for the ‘Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind’ through their annual Walkathon. ‘Majlis Ansarullah (‘Helpers of ...Muslim IDC begins on Thursday
The Muslim IDC Tournament will commence at Bill McKinlay Park in Auckland on April 1, and continue through until Easter Monday. Twenty teams are participating in ...Rama Navami reinforces righteous living
Ramayana (‘Ramayan’ in North India) is one of the most prolific and interesting epics of India, highlighted in religious discourses, literature, textbooks and Indian films. Millions ...A Symbol of sanctity in Auckland
Indians in New Zealand are blessed to have a dedicated Shiv Mandir (Temple), constructed as per the scriptures. This was possible with the guidance of ...Jains plan their own place of worship
The long-cherished desire of the Jain community to have their own place of worship has moved close to reality with the visit of Munishri Jinchandraji, ...Temple marks anniversary with piety
The Swaminarayan Hindu Temple in Papatoetoe (Manukau City) will mark its second anniversary with prayers, bhajans and discourses on April 4. The anniversary festival began on ...A special month for special occasions
April is considered a special month by most countries around the world and contrary to popular belief it must be etched as a ‘period of ...A special significance for Sikhs
Baisakhi is a time to celebrate and spend time with friends and family, giving our community an opportunity to share this loved tradition with other ...Master reveals catholicity of mankind
Guru Nanak Dev, Founder of the Sikh religion, spent more than two decades travelling to various parts of India, teaching people the importance of seeking ...Quality and value can never be less
Economic downturn, recession and slump in demand – each of these denotes a nervous market and declining business confidence. However, those who are determined to succeed ...A new landmark in New Lynn
It is often said that Progress is never pronounced with a pause because it is continuous, motivating companies and individuals to perform better. Food 4 Less ...Hard work turns adversity into fortune
New Zealand’s corporate history is replete with success stories of people who have achieved fame and fortune through timely investment and team spirit. There are companies ...Halal certification adds value
One of the most important aspects of Halal trade is the certification that the items manufactured, processed, transported, distributed and sold conform to the tenets ...A new trend in shopping is here
Variety, Quality and Service are three major aspects of Food 4 Less Supermarkets, which have made a difference to customers. This trilogy draws to its ...Indian students invite trouble
The Indian student community is fast gaining the dubious reputation for unruly behaviour in their institutes of learning and public places. A number of education providers ...In search of Best Businesswoman, Young Entrepreneur
The Indian Newslink Indian Business Award (IBA) 2010 will feature two new and exciting categories to identify and honour a businesswoman and a young entrepreneur ...Business Directory coming up fast
The Indian Newslink Fastfind Indian Business Directory 2010-2011 is currently under production and is due for release in June. Established eight years ago, the Directory is ...Sansthan members back officials despite impasse
Controversy continues to brew at Shri Shirdi Saibaba Sansthan of NZ Inc over a number of issues and with no end to the impasse in ...Spiritual Master unlocks the secrets of life
A great spiritual leader who has taught the world and its people how to unlock the secrets of life through breath, will be in Auckland ...A Clarification from the Shri Shirdi Saibaba Sansthan of NZ Inc
Editor’s Note: Following a number of allegations and comments raised by Rajashekar Pendyala and his Group to Indian Newslink and elsewhere, the Executive Committee decided to ...Verdict puts justice system in the dock
Members of Indian community feel let down by the justice system, which appears to be giving a signal that murderers and serious offenders can get ...Media speculation hinders murder probe
The Auckland District Police are concerned that media speculation on the identity of a man wanted in the murder of taxi-driver Hiren Mohini could hinder ...Teenager traumatises shopkeeper
A teenager, who traumatised the owner of a liquor shop in Manukau City, has been sentenced to a prison term of three years and eight ...Men land in jail for aggravated robbery
The Manukau District Court has sentenced two men to undergo a prison term of three years and nine months each on convicted charges of aggravated ...Visa drama in London
I was surprised and distressed to read in your March 1, 2010 issue that a New Zealand citizen was “harassed” at Heathrow Airport in London ...Crackdown on student loan abuse
The Government will crackdown on student loan abuse, the first step of which will target students who fail half their courses at tertiary institutions. The move ...Vice Chancellors Committee gets new chief
Auckland University of Technology Vice-Chancellor Derek McCormack has been appointed to chair the New Zealand Vice-Chancellors’ Committee. He took charge of the position for a two-year ...Greater autonomy for schools in the offing
Government-owned schools may have greater autonomy and order their own affairs and destiny if the Education Ministry accepts the recommendations of the Inter-Party Working Group ...Online trading attracts the taxman
Are you selling goods online? Over the last few years, more and more people have been trading over the internet through online sales and auction ...Companies lose $100 million to fraudsters
New Zealand companies lost almost $100 million to fraudsters, a majority of who were employees, according to the KMPG Fraud Barometer 2009. The second half of ...Infrastructure Plan needs bold initiatives
The Government’s Infrastructure Plan will provide the much-required impetus to the economy but some bold initiatives and clarifications are required so that private sector involvement ...Speculation harms investment climate
While free and frank discussion of issues that confront businesses is the ideal form of assessing market opinions and moving forward, endless and senseless speculation ...Factors affecting commercial property investments
Commercial property investors are looking for suitable commercial properties where risk is spread over a few tenants and their businesses are not at risk. A ...Tax burden on early repayment of loans
With the drop in the interest rates over the last two years, most property investors would have refinanced their loan arrangements. As a result, these ...Lack of Vitamin D causes concern
A recent issue of the British Medical Journal has highlighted the problems related to Vitamin D deficiency, which should be of universal interest. The article ...Vegetable attacks breast cancer
The extract from the common Indian vegetable karela (Bitter Gourd), may help in killing breast cancer cells and prevent them from multiplying, a US based ...Meditation boosts overall health
Meditation helps to calm the nervous system, eliminate stress and promote the overall physical and mental wellbeing, a visiting practitioner has said. Yoga and Meditation expert ...Brahmans mark Holi in harmony
Members, friends and guests of the recently formed New Zealand Brahman Samaj marked the Holi in a spirit of harmony and companionship in Auckland last ...Sun shines over Fiji Festival
Almost 20,000 people were present at the Fiji Festival held at the Telstra Clear Pacific Events Centre in Manukau City on February 20, making it ...Thousands gather for India Day
Students of geography refer to it as ‘A Peninsula of Peninsulas,’ politicians as ‘The World’s Largest Democracy,’ historians as ‘A Puzzle among the Community of ...Variety Show to display young talents
A Science Project, displaying the creative talent of the young will be a part of a Great Variety Show due to be held in Auckland ...An evening of Marathi melody in the offing
The Auckland Marathi Association is organising an evening of Marathi songs that should appeal not only to members and their guests but also to all ...Mere survival is no art of living
There was a time when Radio Tarana Sales Executive and Presenter Hemant Parikh would wax eloquent about Bollywood celebrities, cricket, politics and a host of ...Meeting highlights Prophet’s teachings
The teachings of Prophet Mohammed (Peace Be Upon Him) and their relevance to the modern world formed the core of a meeting held in Auckland ...It is no swansong for the maestro
There is increasing pressure on singer-composer-performer-producer-director Amit Sengupta to present at least one more Old is Gold programme to satisfy singers, instrumentalists and most important ...Capital search for Beauty Queen
A beauty pageant, which has become a popular annual event in Auckland, is spreading its wings to other parts of the country, in a bid ...Teeing off for Fiji Relief
Golf enthusiasts and Samaritans keen on helping the poor people in Fiji will get together next weekend to play rounds of Golf and raise some ...Soccer body elects new officials
Members of the New Zealand Fiji Soccer Inc have elected Bob Douglas and Sachin Dutt to the respective posts of Patron and President for the ...Pak and Lanka in striking distance
Round Three of the 2010 Outward Bound ‘Country of Origin’ saw big scores compiled with most winning totals getting over the eight-runs-per-over mark. Pakistan and ...A Diamond sparkles among challenges
To more than 300 guests gathered at the Mt Eden Memorial Hall in Auckland on March 13 to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of the wedding ...
A fairytale wedding scores
Venkat Raman Stamford Plaza Hotel Associate Director of Sales & Marketing Sunny Kaushal follows a simple and yet strictly enforced rule: “Birthdays, Anniversaries and religious ...
A new standard for romantic elegance
What is a wedding without the grandeur of the venue, bespeaking an ambience that matches (pun intended) the spirit of the occasion? Indian weddings have long ...An Institution at cultural crossroads
Following birth, humanity prized marriage as God-ordained. It was the association of two beings, male and female, living together and serving the will of God ...Festive atmosphere radiates the scene
To millions of Indians in India and overseas, marriage is pronounced with respect, commitment and religious fervor. Far from being just a social occasion, an ...Author info
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