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"Divisive comments which target our ethnic communities have no place in New Zealand."

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Muanpuii Saiawi appointed as India's next high commissioner to New Zealand.

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India could withdraw diplomats' families from Bangladesh, say sources

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Counties Manukau urgent care service now operating 24/7

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Brazil President to visit India soon: Modi after speaking to Lula amid US tariff tension

Modi said close cooperation between India and Brazil is vital for advancing the shared interests of the Global South.

Retail crime: Advisory group member resigns over "unpleasant" work environment, doesn't offer specifics

The falling out, it appears, is a direct clash between Kaushal and Young more than anything else.

Shane Jones is gaslighting on Indian migration. It's amoral, and a social risk

When gaslighting targets a specific ethnic group, it edges into risky territory.

Wairoa Airport set for $4.2m upgrade to boost regional resilience

Wairoa Airport to receive a $4.2 million facelift.

Minister encourages South Canterbury employers to hire locally

Employment Minister Louise Upston held a meeting with employers in Timaru, encouraging them to consider local jobseekers first.

India-NZ FTA: Hipkins seems all in, but not quite

The Labour leader seems supportive of the deal but not without caveats.

New hub and training programme launched to better protect vulnerable children

Children's workers to receive more training in order to better care for vulnerable children.

Tale of two FTAs: What India flaunts, but New Zealand downplays

Delhi has played up movement of people as a big win in the deal, but New Zealand has been coy about it.

Government plans lab safety rule changes, promises up to $3b in savings

Planned changes to health and safety rules for research laboratories could save the sector up to $3 billion.

Out Loud: Why an Indian placed his bet on New Zealand

The future of this country depends on how well we listen to people who have chosen it deliberately, not casually.

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Government u-turns on prescription co-payment fees

Patients would still need to collect their medicines every three months.

Regional Indian films outshine Bollywood at NZ box office

Regional Indian cinema is giving the mighty Bollywood a run for its money in New Zealand.

Young tennis stars hope international success can inspire community

Young tennis stars want more Kiwi-Indians to take up the sport.

How old is too old for a home loan?

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Asian ethnicities to make up 33% of population by 2048

About 19 percent of the population claimed Asian descent in 2023.

Australia moves India to ‘highest-risk’ student visa category: What applicants should know

Indian students applying for Australian Visa required to take more steps.

India tells the world its plan as chair of Brics 2026

Brics must work for “reformed multilateralism” at a time when the world community is dealing with multiple complex challenges

Jaishankar, Rubio talk India-US trade

The two sides have agreed to finalise the first tranche of the agreement by the fall of 2025.

Why are teeth left out of public healthcare?

Total cost of excluding dental care from public health costs higher than including it.

Sensitive info possibly made public as 1000 police cases affected by tech problem

Sensitive data has been publicized due to technical issue.

Dairy prices reverse course, with demand rising

Dairy price hikes overnight.

Dog owners asked to keep away from nesting sites used by NZ's rarest bird

The Department of Conservation is urging dog owners to keep pets away from nesting areas after a series of incidents at Mangawhai threatened the tara iti, New Zealand’s rarest bird.

European Council, European Commission presidents to talk security, defence with Modi

The two presidents will also take part as guests of honour at India’s 77th Republic Day Parade on January 26.

Avoid all non-essential travel to Israel: India amid Iran tensions

The advisory comes as protests continue to escalate across Iran, with clashes between reported with security forces.

Skilled migrants on path to residency warned status may change

Skilled migrants presented with worry of residency.

‘Turn your backs’: Ethnic leaders call for calm after Sikh parade disruptions

Calls made for the Sikh community to turn against protests organized by True Patriots.

NZ elections to take place on November 7: Luxon

Writ day will be on October 4 and nominations will close on October 8.

‘We are going to have a good deal’: Trump calls PM Modi ‘fantastic leader’ at Davos

Donald Trump made the remark on the sidelines of his address at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Indian tourists allege racism at Thailand beach club, management responds

Yona Beach Club has denied the allegations of racism, saying that its entry rules were part of a crowd management strategy.

‘Settled 8 wars, including India-Pakistan’: Donald Trump at Davos

The US President made the remark in an address at World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Astronaut Sunita Williams retires after 27 years at NASA: A look at her achievements

60-year-old Williams, a former Navy captain, spent more than 27 years at NASA, logging 608 days in space over three station missions.

India absent as Donald Trump in Davos unveils ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza

India was among some 60 countries that received invitations last week from Trump to join the Board of Peace.

US Decision to withdraw from WHO welcomed by NZ First leader - Winston Peters

NZ First Leader Winston Peters publicly welcomes decision to withdraw from WHO by US.

South Auckland opens new Crisis Recovery Café

Te Piringa Āhuru, a Crisis Recovery Café officially opens.

Provisional data shows Term 4 school attendance continues to rise

Attendance improves in schools.

Four new community forensic mental health beds to open early in Waikato

Waikato health receives a boost.

Global market shocks driving New Zealand bond pressures, new research finds

Reserve Bank of NZ reveals findings from new research.

Fonterra shareholders to vote on $2-per-share capital return in February

Fonterra group to discuss returns next month.

Out Loud: For migrants, integration shouldn't mean forced assimilation

Integration works best when a country allows migrants to add to it, not subtract from themselves.

First day specialist schools in nearly 50 years to open in Palmerston North and South Auckland

NZ government to build Specialist schools.

Budget 2026 to be delivered on May 28, government confirms

Budget to be announced on the 28th of May.

Pedestrian dies after Lynfield crash

A person has died following a crash in Lynfield this morning.

India-NZ FTA: Winston is right and wrong in his immigration anxiety

The public discourse over the deal is now snowballing into a controversy, with migration being the key driver of much of the skepticism.

We heard Tamaki's Victoria Park speech so you don’t have to. 10 takeaways

Brian Tamaki told his audience what he feels New Zealand is getting wrong, and who is to blame.

Modern slavery bill: First World feels vs Third World realities

Moral clarity is easy when your education is secure, food supply guaranteed, and failure doesn’t ripple through an entire family.

New licensing reforms to make getting a driver’s licence cheaper and simpler

The current system is expensive, outdated and no longer works as well as it should, the minister says.

Mum awarded $10,000 after son blocks her access to money

The woman said she was in a vulnerable position because she relied on her son.

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