India
Indian tourists flock to NZ but visa rejection rates remain high
The number of arrivals from the world's most populous nation continues to soar but securing a visitor visa remains a challenge for many Indian nationals.
Auckland’s Kerala community celebrates Onam with traditional feast
More than 1,000 members of Auckland's Kerala community celebrate the harvest festival with a sadhya, dancing and music.
The history of Indian farmers in New Zealand
The role of Indian migrants in New Zealand's dairy industry is a largely untold story. Early pioneers faced significant challenges in establishing successful farms during the 1920s, but the 1930s… Audio
Doctors strike in India to protest brutal rape of medic
Hospitals and clinics across India are turning away all but emergency patients during a 24-hour shutdown to protest the brutal rape and murder of a doctor in the eastern city of Kolkata.
India poses challenges and opportunity for NZ meat producers
Strategic thinking is needed to break into the Indian market, Meat Industry Association's Sirma Karapeeva says. Audio
Asia correspondent Elizabeth Beattie
A group of young environmental activists have been jailed in Cambodia on charges, while Japan finally takes the plunge to ditch floppy disks. Audio
Ruthless India thump England to reach T20 World Cup final
India have ended the English cricket team's title defence with a thumping, securing their place in the final of the T20 World Cup.
Zakir Hussain: performing on stage is a happy place
The critically acclaimed Indian tabla player explains how he manages to enjoy being on stage night after night. Video, Audio
Asia correspondent Ed White
Narendra Modi has been voted back in for a third term as India's Prime Minister - but it was not quite the landslide victory he would have hoped for. A new report from the world's biggest refugee camp… Audio
‘A win for democracy’ - Indian New Zealanders reflect on 2024 election result
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist party loses its outright majority in parliament.
Three arrested and charged over Sikh activist's killing in Canada
Three Indian nationals have been arrested and charged over the killing of a Sikh separatist leader in Canada, which sparked a major diplomatic row between the two countries.
Chewing over the South Asian fascination with paan in NZ
The specialty Indian digestive is becoming increasingly available in main centres nationwide.
How a revision of nursing registration processes is affecting healthcare migrants
Recruiters are divided on the Nursing Council's recent changes to the registration process for healthcare workers educated outside New Zealand.
Political fallout from Peters'comments on Sikh killing overshadows progress
The Foreign Minister commented on the dispute between India and Canada over the 2023 murder of a Sikh separatist.
Asia New Zealand Foundation launches India Fund
The fund will finance an entrepreneurship programme, establish a young leaders' dialogue and bolster the organisation's activities in the South Asian nation.
Indian bank appears to be selling New Zealand subsidiary
Bank of Baroda placed an advertisement for offers of interest in the sale/divestment of lender's New Zealand operations in Indian publications.
New Zealand’s love of Indian cinema blossoms
Almost 300 Indian films have been screened in New Zealand movie theatres over the past two years.
Influential BJP politician Ram Madhav eyes Pacific partnership with NZ
The former national general secretary of India's ruling Bhartiya Janata Party says higher-level political talks are key to long-term success.
Community events highlight a shared cultural experience in New Zealand
A doctoral film and annual poetry/music gathering spotlight friendship within the community that looks beyond borders back home.
New Zealand ironing out trade wrinkles over timber exports
Trade minister Todd McClay says New Zealand and India are working together to improve trade and address market access issues for timber exports to the South Asian nation.
