Stories by Gaurav Sharma
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Cricket diplomacy key to NZ business ties with India
Trade officials see the game as an important part of their outreach efforts with the South Asian nation.
The ‘Indo-Pacific bookends’ seeking to land on common ground
New Zealand and India have managed to expand political and trade ties despite some occasional wobbles in a shared history that stretches back two centuries.
Explainer: How Khalistan could hurt Luxon’s free trade deal chances with India
What lies behind the "anti-India activities in New Zealand" that Modi referenced in his prepared remarks to media? Audio
PM briefed on Khalistan 'referendum' ahead of event, OIA documents reveal
US-based organiser Sikhs for Justice expected about 8000 people to attend the gathering, the briefing documents show.
No relief in violent crime victimisations at retail outlets year on year
Police data shows that 4304 incidents were recorded nationwide in 2024 - almost identical to the 4305 serious victimisations logged the previous year.
Asian community divided on proposed reforms to combat retail crime
Proposed amendment to the Crimes Act to widen power of detention may give some business owners security, but victims and community leaders believe more should be done.
Labour criticises retail crime advisory group spend
Chair Sunny Kaushal defends compensation for his work with the group as an announcement from the government on crime looms.
Ram raids decline almost 60 percent year on year
Recently released data from police reveals a decline of almost 60 percent year on year in the number of ram raids nationwide that were logged in 2024.
Government considering 'big' measures to tackle retail crime
Advisory group on crime chief Sunny Kaushal says the group has submitted several proposals to the government for consideration.
Retired Indo-Fijian lawmaker sees an end to racial animosity in Fiji
Former Deputy Prime Minister Harish Sharma sees a brighter future for the South Pacific nation at the launch of his memoir in Auckland.
Festival of Colours kicks off with Krishna Holi in Auckland
More than 14,000 people attended the first Holi celebration of the year in the Auckland town of Kumeu on Sunday.
Luxon vows to visit India ‘very, very shortly’
Prime minister reaffirms a campaign commitment to deepen New Zealand's relationship with India "big time".
Ahmadiyya Muslims seek to dispel misconceptions about Islam
Hundreds gathered in Auckland last weekend to denounce violence at the community's 36th annual convention.
Surprise at Lee's removal from ethnic communities' role
Police Minister Mark Mitchell is set to take up the ethnic communities' portfolio from Lee on Friday 24 January.
How Indian thinking influences contemporary Western philosophy
Retired Victoria University of Wellington professor Jaysankar Lal Shaw highlights the importance of comparative philosophy.
2024 in review: A year of milestones for the Indian community in New Zealand
The Indian community overtook the Chinese population to become the third-largest ethnic group in New Zealand.
New Year Honours 2025: Asians recognised for service to community
Golf star Lydia Ko heads a list of more than a dozen Asian New Zealanders who have been honoured for their services to the country.
Indian community 'heartbroken' over Zakir Hussain's death
The renowned percussionist performed in New Zealand in June at two well-attended concerts in Auckland and Christchurch.
Zakir Hussain: Influential ambassador for Indian music dies
Renowned Indian instrumentalist Zakir Hussain has died, aged 73. Hussain played his final two concerts in New Zealand in June, in Christchurch and Auckland. Audio
Pakistan wins New Zealand Kabaddi World Cup
A boisterous crowd of thousands watched the South Asian team defeat the United States in a hotly contested final.
Behind the scenes of the largest Indian sports extravaganza in NZ
More than 40,000 people are believed to have attended the sixth annual in South Auckland last weekend despite the atrocious weather.