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New Zealand Work visa changes: the devil is in the detailIt is too early to say if the changes outlined this week on work visas will benefit New Zealand. But if migrants cannot get the opportunity to gain residence here it is a big ask to expect them to stay on temporary work visas...
Global Indians Indian-origin crowned Miss Universe AustraliaIndian-origin Priya Serrao is celebrating with family and friends on Friday after she was crowned Miss Universe Australia, a title she intends to use to raise awareness about diversity and multi-culturalism.
India Punjab readies to welcome diaspora for 'Parkash Purab'The state government has initiated preparations on a mass scale, especially in the holy city of Sultanpur Lodhi where the first Sikh Guru had attained enlightenment and spent almost 17 years of his life.
India Telangana, Rajasthan go to poll on Dec 7: Setting the stage for general elections 2019If fortunes of Indian National Congress Party have to turn around and pose any meaningful challenge to BJP and essentially PM Modi ahead of next year’s general elections, then it has to happen in Rajasthan.
Global Indians Sikh farmer inducted into Canadian Agricultural Hall of FameA Canadian Sikh farmer, who is the country's biggest cranberry grower, has made history with his induction into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame.
New Zealand Papatoetoe Central Rotary promises fun in fundraising dinnerThe fundraising dinner, scheduled on Saturday, June 2, at Alexandra Park, Epsom will have the Minister for Ethnic Communities and Member of Parliament for Manukau-East, Jenny Salesa, as the chief guest.
Global Indians Mumbai-born Indo-Australian scientist develops micro-factory to tackle e-waste hazardIn a pioneering effort to tackle the growing mountains of e-waste, an IIT-trained Australian scientist of Indian origin at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Australia has helped launch the world's first micro-factory that can transform....
New Zealand Goan Association to have more community engagement in 2018The association since April 2017 organises a community mass every two months on a Saturday night at St Therese Parish in Three Kings followed by a fellowship in the parish hall accompanied with light refreshments.
India Four reasons why India can look forward to 2018The seeds of many positive changes were sown in 2017 and could bring news to cheer Indians in 2018. Here's a look at four positives.
New Zealand Twitterati slam Karan, Varun, Saif for 'Nepotism' chantKaran and Saif, who were hosting the gala, revisited the much-talked about issue that started in Bollywood when "Queen" star Kangana Ranaut branded Karan as a "flag-bearer of nepotism" on his chat show.
New Zealand Auckland Eid Day to host a massive Eid eventThe Indian Weekender spoke to Javed Dadabhai, the lead organiser of the Auckland Eid Day about the upcoming Eid event that will be held on Monday, June 26 or Tuesday, June 27 at Mt Smart Stadium premises in Penrose, Auckland.
New Zealand Yoga is key for a healthy body and mind“My experience with yoga for the last two decades certainly makes me believe that with yoga a synergy between one's body, mind, emotions and spiritual energy can be attained," says Raj, a doctoral student at the Lincoln University.
New Zealand Shanti Niwas commemorates Elder Abuse Awareness Day“The aim of Shanti Niwas is to help build a society free of abuse. World Elder Abuse and Neglect Awareness Day give us the chance to say. Clearly, abuse has no place in our homes, our workplaces, our communities, or in our world,” Ms Nilima Venkat added.
New Zealand Syro Malabar food fest gets multicultural community togetherFood, dance and tug of war were the highlights of the Fun and Food Extravaganza 2017 held on Saturday, April 22 at Malaeola Samoan Convention Centre in Mangere.
New Zealand Bay of Plenty team wins the Kabaddi finalsThe Bay of Plenty Sports Club defeated the Kalgidhar Sports Club of Auckland in the final match winning the championship title.
New Zealand Islamic Arts Display exhibits Indian treasuresChristchurch's South Library hosted a much-appreciated multicultural expression of Islamic arts, an exhibition of items and images belonging to 40 different ethnic Muslim groups living in the city, for the week ending on April 9.
India Wonderful to be part of Sanjay Dutt's biopic: Dia MirzaShe is glad the project is giving her a chance to work with one of her favourite filmmakers Rajkumar Hirani, who is directing the film.
New Zealand National investing in educationGiving young people the best possible start to their lives through high-quality education is one of the most important investments we can make as a government.
New Zealand Is New Zealand progressively becoming an immigration ‘unfriendly’ country?There is a seeming disquiet within the community about the fact that new immigrants are being made to wait for 10 more years before becoming eligible for state superannuation.
White Island: Police confirm sixth fatality in the eruption, person was being treated at Middlemore Hospital
Manurewa Cosmopolitan Club does it again: Denies entry to Sikh men on the pretext of a 50-year-old archaic rule
Tuesday, November 19, 2019New ZealandImmigration NZ continues to decline partnership visa applications, despite Minister’s “new” instructions
Thursday, November 21, 2019New ZealandClearing the clutter on partnership visa issues: What do you need to know?
Monday, December 2, 2019New ZealandImmigration NZ begins re-opening of previously declined partnership visa applications
Thursday, November 21, 2019New ZealandImmigration NZ reopens assessment of previously declined partnership visa application