March 2013

April 1, 2013 Issue

The Mantra for universal peace and happiness

Human beings undertake a series of physical activities to achieve ‘peace,’ while it is inherent within all of us. We need to get to terms

Model of the Fortnight

Sanjali Nagpal is our model of the Fortnight. Her style of writing was so captivating that we decided to run her own words for this

Hamilton Malayalees combine Easter with Vishu

Religious unity and communal harmony would be the highlight of a festival being organised by the Hamilton Malayalee Association on April 14. Association Secretary Dilip

April 1, 2013 Issue

Indian spiritual leader due here

Swami Laxman Dass Maharaj, who has a large following among devotees all over the world, will be in New Zealand later this month. He is

April 1, 2013 Issue

Saffron can do more harm than good

Known as ‘the Golden spice’, saffron is an integral part of Indian cuisine. Adding edible flowers in the right proportion can create colour and flavour.

April 1, 2013 Issue

Budding politicians back Marriage Amendment Bill

The Marriage Amendment Bill may have created controversy among many sections of the society but younger members of the society appear to be largely in

April 1, 2013 Issue

Two tragic deaths float the need for safety

I had the misfortune of being faced first hand with the tragedy of two needless deaths last month. Two young men, after finishing work, decided

April 1, 2013 Issue

Multiculturalism thrives across the Tasman

This year’s National Multicultural Festival in Canberra lived up to its reputation of being the best in Australia. It was a special event, since Canberra

April 1, 2013 Issue

Open your mind to meditation

Contrary to popular belief, meditation is more important and necessary for people leading busy lives – not just for ascetics and those pursuing philosophy. Stress,

April 1, 2013 Issue

Pooja for Goddess Durga this weekend

Auckland based Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan New Zealand is organising ‘Sri Durga Mata Ki Chowki’ on Saturday, April 6 with special prayers for global peace.

April 1, 2013 Issue

Mohana Veena captivates New Zealanders

Is it a Veena? Is it a Sitar? Is it a Guitar? Is it a violin? With so many strings attached, would it be the

April 1, 2013 Issue

Synergy extols sisters’ concert

Auckland witnessed a great Carnatic vocal concert by Ranjani and Gayatri (Subramaniam), a popular sister-duo from India. Beginning with an Adi tala Varna in Darbar

April 1, 2013 Issue

Musical downpour drenches enthusiasts

Lovers of music in general and those following Carnatic style in particularly were drenched in melody as one of the finest artistes of India performed

April 1, 2013 Issue

Global contest features beauty and brains

New Zealander Shiona Ram won the ‘Miss Beauty with Brains’ title at the ‘Indian Princess International’ pageant held in Mumbai on March 8. The glittering

April 1, 2013 Issue

Master performer reaches new high

Pandit Vishwa Mohan Bhatt enthralled music lovers in New Zealand with his performance that went beyond expectations. For more than three hours, he kept his

April 1, 2013 Issue

Indian film makes it to Festival

An Indian film that narrates the plight of a young woman born and raised in a conservative family will make its appearance at the New

April 1, 2013 Issue

Partnership and teamwork spell Indiance success

We at Indiance (New Zealand’s Original Bollywood Dance School) have been writing about our forthcoming mega event ‘360°Bollywood,’ rehearsals for which are now being held

April 1, 2013 Issue

Remakes spearhead box-office hits

Hollywood has had a long tradition of making sequels of successful films, and remaking old films to suit modern tastes and preferences. Hindi cinema seems

New dancing challenge coming up

Two new concepts to bring out the finest talents in dancing will form two unique competitions later this year. Organised by the team that has

April 1, 2013 Issue

Anxiety mounts as Awards Night nears

Indian Newslink Indian Sports Awards Presentation Night 2013 is shaping up to be a very exciting evening as we select finalists and winners in 15

April 1, 2013 Issue

Bank of Baroda promotes sports achievers

Commercial banks have since long supported sporting activities including sponsorship of matches and events and appointment of achievers in its complement of officers and staff.

April 1, 2013 Issue

Glass ceiling restrains gender equality

The Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) Trust would like to see a culture shift across all organisations for women to succeed in governing roles. It is

India becomes top migrant resource

Notwithstanding the number of complaints that Indian Newslink receives from potential migrants, student applicants and others from India about delayed responses from Immigration New Zealand

Unfriendly stand ires applicants

TDA Immigration and Student Services Limited (TDA) stopped accepting overseas clients applying under the Skilled Migrant Category (SMC), without a confirmed skilled job offer, when

India offers huge education potential

During his visit to Auckland on April 11, 2010 (Indian Newslink, April 15, 2010), former Indian Human Resources Minister Kapil Sibal said that New Zealand

Applicants praise immigration officials

Following are letters received from our readers in India. They were received over the past few weeks. We held them for publication in this Immigration

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