Community
Overseas Citizen of India services begin at Indian consulate in Auckland
OCI visa holders retain certain privileges in India once they have surrendered their nationality of birth after acquiring foreign nationality.
Auckland hospitals in spotlight over infant’s care
Health New Zealand defends medical treatment administered to a 15-month-old infant who has suffered complications after being born prematurely.
Auckland vigil held for Air India crash victims
The Indian community gathers at Auckland's Shree Radha Krishna Temple for a candlelight vigil to remember the victims of the Air India crash.
Indian community devastated after loss of lives in Ahmedabad plane crash
The Indian community is gathering at Auckland's Mahatma Gandhi Centre tonight to pay respects to victims of the Ahmedabad plane crash.
Eid Al-Adha celebrated across New Zealand
Thousands nationwide celebrated one of the most important Islamic festivals of the year last weekend.
Dozens mark 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown anniversary
Chinese New Zealanders gathered in Auckland on Monday to commemorate the 36th anniversary of the massacre in Beijing.
Ranjna Patel leads Asian recipients of King's Birthday Honours
Business innovator has been named a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to ethnic communities, health and family violence prevention. Audio
Community bulletin: Hundreds attend Girmit Remembrance Day celebration in Auckland
The Fiji Girmit Foundation New Zealand marked Girmit Remembrance Day on 17 May in Auckland's Mangere neighbourhood.
India consular delays caused by errors related to application payments
The Indian high commissioner says about half of her staff's time is being spent on processing refunds that have been sent to the wrong location.
Indian origin student wins 2025 Race Unity Award
A Year 12 student from Ormiston Senior College in Auckland has been named national champion.
Indian community embraces interfaith unity
Hindus, Christians and Muslims gather to celebrate three festivals that reflect the community's commitment to secularism.
Recalling Modi's 2001 visit to NZ
Modi visited Wellington and Auckland a few months before he became the chief minister of the west Indian state of Gujarat.
Community bulletin: NZ Indian Central Association elects new leaders
The Indian community recognises outstanding contributions to society at awards ceremony, participates in multicultural sports and joins nagar kirtan processions.
Indian community unites behind a collective voice
Fourteen groups unite under an umbrella organisation to lend their voice to government policymaking.
Indian community awaits major announcements during Luxon’s India trip
Christopher Luxon being invited to be the keynote speaker at Raisina Dialogue is a significant moment in India-New Zealand relations, the community believes.
Wellington gets first glimpse of heritage wall celebrating Indian migration
Hundreds attended events in the capital over the weekend to celebrate the Wellington Indian Association's 100th birthday.
Indian consulate relocating to permanent Queen St address
Visitors must book appointments through the consulate's website before accessing consular services.
Senior Indian diplomat wants Auckland consulate to be fully functional by May
Temporary venue is currently unable to provide assistance on issues relating to visas and overseas citizens of India.
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.