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Topic: new zealand

Ahead of 1st Champions Trophy clash in 25 yrs, a look at defining moments of India-NZ cricket rivalry

India started asserting its dominance against New Zealand in the 2000s, but the Kiwis have consistently shown an ability to excel in high-pressure ICC tournaments.

A family torn apart: In NZ, 2 siblings face uncertain future as Indian parents set to be deported

While 18-year-old Daman Kumar's deportation is halted & his sister is a citizen by birth, their parents, who have lived in the country illegally for 24 yrs, face deportation.

Pakistanis slam Babar Azam for his ‘tuk-tuk cricket’. Call him SOAT, painfully slow

Calling Pakistan’s Champions Trophy performance “disappointing”, former pacer Shoaib Akhtar said the team is playing a “different kind of cricket, not the ones other teams are playing”.

Is New Zealand going the Canada way? Over 500% rise in asylum claims by Indians over past 2 years

In 2022-23, the number of refugee claims by Indians was 172 before it shot up 579 percent to reach 1,168 claims in 2023-24. In 2024-25, there have been 453 claims so far.

NZ’s first jail tells a complex story of colonial identity. ‘Little more than shacks’

The jail was a direct import from Australia’s convict system. This is often forgotten, partly because considerable effort was put into distancing NZ from the convict 'taint'.

Indian naval vessel Tarini sets sail for New Zealand

Two-woman crew embarks on second leg of circumnavigation expedition.

Five Eyes ally New Zealand backs Canada amid row with India, but with a disclaimer. ‘If proven…’

This is the first reaction in support of Canada from a Five Eyes ally. The US, UK & Australia are yet to issue official statements.

Droupadi Murmu concludes New Zealand bilateral visit by inaugurating new Consulate

The announcement was made during a reception hosted by the High Commission of India in Auckland, which was attended by the President, members of the Indian community, and other dignitaries.

Google doodle celebrates ‘Flat White’, a coffee drink that originated in Australia & New Zealand

The beverage, known as Flat White, is a steamy espresso beverage that is topped with steamed milk and a thin layer of microfoam.

New Zealand govt to repeal world’s toughest anti-tobacco rules, draws heavy criticism

By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON (Reuters) - New Zealand will repeal on Tuesday a world-first law banning tobacco sales for future generations, the government said, even while researchers and campaigners

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India’s nuclear-power goal needs more than capital

New Delhi has finally accepted that the base load power demand of the future will need supplementing, and nuclear plants are one way to go about it.

Coastal states Maharashtra, TN, Gujarat top India’s exports index, landlocked UP a surprise performer

Releasing Export Preparedness Index report, NITI Aayog CEO says Centre has ‘ticked a lot of boxes’, & responsibility of driving the next phase of export growth now rests with states.

Rafale deal to be inked in 2026, final assembly line in Nagpur, Indian firms to be roped in

The proposed project costing about Rs 3.25 lakh crore will entail procurement of 18 aircraft in fly away condition & the rest made in India with up to 60% indigenous content.

Thank you Donald Trump, again. India now has reason to shed fear of trade deals and risky reform

UK, EFTA already in the bag and EU on the way, many members of RCEP except China signed up, and even restrictions on China being lifted, India has changed its mind on trade.