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New Zealand continues its support to Ukraine
Auckland: The Government has renewed the deployment of New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) personnel in support of Ukraine’s self-defence, Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Paul Goldsmith say. “New Zealand’s condemnation…
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Magnitude 5.5 earthquake rattles Milford Sound in New Zealand
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck near Milford Sound on the evening of Wednesday, September 2, with more than 6,000 people reporting shaking across the lower South Island. The shallow quake, about 40km…
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New Zealand PM proposes banning children from using social media
Wellington: New Zealand’s Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has unveiled a proposed law banning children younger than 16 from using social media platforms, citing what he said Monday, August 24, was “harm being…
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Hajji Mohammed Fazal elected new president of FIANZ
Auckland: Hajji Mohammed Fazal has been elected the new President of the Federation of Islamic Associations of New Zealand (FIANZ), taking on one of the country’s most significant Muslim community leadership roles.…
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New Zealand announces further sanctions against Russia
Auckland: New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters has announced a new round of sanctions targeting individuals and entities supporting Russia’s war against Ukraine. The sanctions package targets 33 individuals and entities with…
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New Zealand launches trusted hub on foreign interference
Wellington: Communities across New Zealand now have a dedicated platform to access trusted information and practical resources on foreign interference with the launch of the ‘Community Resilience to Foreign Interference Hub’ (the…
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Hyderabad-origin Majeed named New Zealand National Party candidate
Auckland’s political campaign season gathered momentum as Hyderabad-origin Ghouse Majeed was selected as the National Party’s Manurewa candidate. On Friday, July 17, Ghouse Majeed hosted a well-attended fundraising event at The Cave…
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One muffler, many questions: Modi’s 35-yr-old NZ ‘trip’ goes viral
The internet has been having a field day ever since Prime Minister Narendra Modi claimed he visited New Zealand 35 years ago, prompting comparisons with his earlier statements of living an extreme…
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MEA’s answer on why Modi skips press meets draws mockery
A question over why Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reluctance to conduct press conferences has once again landed a senior Indian diplomat in trouble, but this time in New Zealand, after a…
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India-NZ Free Trade Agreement to Boost Economic Ties: PM Modi
Auckland: The landmark India-New Zealand free trade agreement would add depth and dynamism to the bilateral economic ties and open new opportunities for market access, investment and talent mobility, Prime Minister Narendra…
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PM Modi arrives in New Zealand on final leg of three-nation tour
Auckland: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday, July 10, arrived in New Zealand on the final leg of his three-nation visit, during which he will hold talks with his counterpart Christopher Luxon…
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PM Modi, President Subianto visit Prambanan Temple in Indonesia
Jakarta: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, on Wednesday visited the “majestic” Prambanan Temple complex — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — in Yogyakarta. India and Indonesia a…
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PM Modi’s NZ visit draws strong support from community leaders
Auckland: The New Zealand Government has confirmed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit New Zealand on July 10-11, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister in four decades…
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‘Kia Ora Modi’ draws strong response in Auckland
Auckland: The “Kia Ora Modi” community event, organised by the NZ Bhartiya Diaspora Group, has officially reached full capacity following an overwhelming public response ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit…
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New Zealand to welcome PM Modi next week
Auckland: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will make his first official visit to New Zealand next week, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced. “Prime Minister Modi’s visit is historic, with this being…