March 2012

April 1, 2012 Issue

Measures to quell family violence discussed

The Auckland region came together for the first time on March 2 to discuss its role in preventing family and sexual violence. The meeting (hui),

Migrants should adapt and adopt local values

I am responding to your informative editorial along with other articles on multiculturalism (Indian Newslink March 1). Having travelled extensively and as an ethnic person

April 1, 2012 Issue

‘Westerners’ display true spirit of Holi

It was not Race Relations Day, but ‘Rang Barse Holi Mela’ (Waitakere Holi) held at the Trusts Stadium in Henderson on March 11 had all

April 1, 2012 Issue

Flash mob splashes colours in Auckland

Flashmob culture is gaining popularity in Auckland, this time to spread fun and music to mark Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colours. More than 75

April 1, 2012 Issue

Debutante seeks divinity in art form

The enthusiasm and devotion with which a number of youngsters learn Bharata Natyam, culminating in their Arangetram enlivens the hope that this great form of

April 1, 2012 Issue

Gita based lecture for spiritual knowledge

The world is brimming with technological advancements and materialistic abundance. The global transformation from industrial age to information age was orchestrated mainly by computer technology.

Model of the Fortnight

Everyone should interact with the community but must pursue objectives in life independently, says Araminta Chand, our Model of the Fortnight. The Fiji-born youngster moved

April 1, 2012 Issue

Festival highlights spirit of the Pacific

The 2012 ASB Polyfest held on March 14 was the biggest gathering of Polynesians. The annual event, now in its 37th year, attracted 58 schools,

April 1, 2012 Issue

‘Singing vilonist’ due in Auckland

One of the most proficient musicians of the Indian film industry will be in Auckland this weekend to present an exclusive violin concert. M Kalyan,

April 1, 2012 Issue

‘Singing vilonist’ due in Auckland

One of the most proficient musicians of the Indian film industry will be in Auckland this weekend to present an exclusive violin concert. M Kalyan,

April 1, 2012 Issue

Pukekohe gets its first cinema complex

It could well have been featured in ‘Ripley’s Believe it or Not,’ but few would have realised that Pukekohe had had to go without a

Beauty Pageant attracts nationwide talent

An event that has continuously enthralled a cross-section of the society encouraging young women to vie for a title that has gained prestige around the

April 1, 2012 Issue

Tendulkar sets an unbeatable record

My prediction of an India vs Australia final series (Indian Newslink, March 1, 2012) failed to materialise after Sri Lankans came home strong in the

April 1, 2012 Issue

Sachin keeps Bradman for company

The Indian cricket team may have left Australia empty-handed without making it to the finals of the CB triangular series, but a special presentation from

April 1, 2012 Issue

An eye-catching event becomes an eyesore

Ports of Auckland ‘Round the Bays’ is an enthralling event that most people look forward to, because of the seaside setting, good weather and most

Entrepreneurial support for Soccer

One of the greatest attributes of this newspaper is the constant support and patronage that it receives from advertisers and well-wishers since inception. Among them

World Masters Games coming up in Auckland

It may be modest compared to the Rugby World Cup outlay and outcome, but ‘World Masters Games’ have their own charm and New Zealand will

Sports initiate self-discipline

Rachael Pashmeena Chandra takes keen interest in sports generally but her passion is netball. She played for the University of Auckland Club for a number

Awards Night to honour Sports achievers

A number of achievers in several sporting areas will be honoured at the first ever Indian Newslink Indian Sports Awards 2012 prize distribution ceremony to

Entrepreneurial support for Soccer

One of the greatest attributes of this newspaper is the constant support and patronage that it receives from advertisers and well-wishers since inception. Among them

April 1, 2012 Issue

A proud Indian at the helm of national Hockey

Ramesh Patel is one of New Zealand‘s most recognised Indian sportsmen and administrators. His natural flair for sports and administrative and teaching ability have seen

April 1, 2012 Issue

An outstanding Netballer

Former Silver Fern Coach Yvonne Willering will judge entries to the ‘Best Netballer of the Year’ category of the Indian Newslink Indian Sports Awards 2012.

The ten Gurus of Sikhs

Guru Nanak Devji – First Patshahi Guru Angad Devji – Second Patshahi Guru Amardasji – Third Patshahi Guru Ramadasji – Fourth Patshahi Guru Arjan Devji

Different names but one theme of joy

Vaisakhi, also known as ‘Baisakhi’ or ‘Vasakhi,’ is one of the biggest festivals celebrated across India. Vaisakhi is special to most Indians because it is

Community prepares for the grand festival

The Punjabi community in New Zealand will get together to mark the annual Baisakhi festival with piety, grandeur and unity, highlighting one of the most

Greetings from us

One of the greatest attributes of the Sikh community is the enthusiasm and religious fervour displayed by its members to mark events and festivals of

Baisakhi 2012

A unique month of universal significance

As National MP Kanwaljit Singh Bakshi has written in his article (appearing in this Special Report), ‘Baisakhi’ or ‘Vaisakhi’ is a festival observed by Hindus

Meeting fosters cultural awareness

Time honoured cultural and traditional values practiced by Indians in general and the Sikh community in particular were the focus of discussion at a special

Sikhs observe Environment Day

More than 1000 Sikh institutions and Gurdwaras around the world celebrated March 14, 2012, the ‘Sikh Environment Day,’ the day nature and animal lover Guru

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