Changing moods may upset electoral applecart

The tsunami of elections ritually inundates New Zealand every three years.
As the date draws nearer, the roar of the political parties and candidates reaches a crescendo. Hands are shaken, babies are kissed and political debates draw the nation to the edge. read more...

In search of top people for top jobs

After BNZ announced the building of 31 BNZ Partners Business Centres around the country, the Bank followed with a ‘Chairman Programme’ to further help connect the bank with the local community. read more...

Indian cuisine fortifies good taste and health


There is no denying the taste sensation of Indian cuisine. What is perhaps not so well known is that it is packed with health enhancing properties. Auckland’s Pullman Hotel Executive Chef Nitin Kumar shares some of his vast knowledge in the following article, written exclusively for Indian Newslink.

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A Teenager’s promise

Indian Newslink steps into its thirteenth year of publication with this issue.
A special 20-page Twelfth Anniversary issue, forming a part of this edition, was readied for release by Prime Minister John Key at the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards 2011 Gala Black Tie Dinner and Awards Presentation on November 14 at the Sky City Convention Centre in the presence of Labour Leader Phil Goff, Indian High Commissioner Retired Admiral Sureesh Mehta, BNZ Chairman John Waller, BNZ Regional Managing Partner (Northern) Alan Young and 700 guests. read more...

Strategic Partnership enhances Indo-Kiwi ties


A leading commercial bank has reinforced its commitment to support the Government’s initiatives to promote higher levels of bilateral relationship and commercial interests with India.

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Ministry initiative boosts incubator industry

A Government decision to empower business incubators to offer $50,000 grants to young technology companies is well timed.
The Science and Innovation Ministry initiative is in recognition of the way the incubator industry has developed.

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High Class Economy offers premium comfort


Singapore Airlines Economy Class has always captivated travellers around the world. In the 1970s, customers enjoyed many unique and value-added services that were previously unheard of, such as choice of meals, free drinks and free headphones. read more...

Quality expertise to promote your business

KPMG are proud to be a sponsor of the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards 2011.
We are privileged to be part of this prestigious event that celebrates and recognises the contribution and successes of New Zealand based Indian businesses and business leaders.  read more...

Awards Nights Tickets

A few tickets are available for the Gala Black Tie Indian Newslink Indian Business AwardsPresentation Ceremony to be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 at the Sky City Convention Centre, Auckland. The Programme also includes networking, a small exhibition of our Sponsors, Cocktails, Entertainment and Dinner. read more... 

Awards Night offers networking opportunity


With a cross-section of businesses representing various sectors of the New Zealand economy present, the Indian Newslink Indian Business Business Awards (IBA) 2011 would offer a unique opportunity for networking and establishing new contacts.

About 700 members of the business community, including manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, exporters, importers, consultants and professionals will grace us at the Awards Night scheduled to be held at the Sky City Convention Centre on Monday, November 14, 2011. read more...

Religious leaders pay homage to Mother Teresa

Leaders of major religions represented in New Zealand will get together next fortnight to pay homage to the late Mother Teresa, celebrated as one of the most outstanding personalities of the 20th Century who dedicated her life in the service of the poor and needy in India. read more...

Excitement over Awards Night ceremony

The Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards 2011 (IBA) Presentation Ceremony, scheduled to be held at Sky City Convention Centre on Monday, November 14, 2011 is gathering momentum, with an increasing number of queries being received for tables and individual tickets. read more...

 

Sponsors enhance Awards value

Since its establishment in 2008, The Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards (IBA) Project has had the privilege of association of major companies including commercial banks, manufacturers, retailers and service providers. read more...

Strategic Plan to promote banking services

India is fast becoming the most-favoured destination for investors and international companies, which in turn would benefit New Zealand business, a top banker has said.

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Global crisis relegates Anti Money Laundering measures

Companies around the world are more focused on tackling the ongoing recession and other challenges than on implementing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures, according to the latest KPMG Global AML Survey. read more...

Pullman, Pan World Travel Mangere join IBA 2011

We are proud to report that two major organisations of the hospitality and travel industries have joined the elite group of sponsors of the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards (IBA) 2011. read more...

Pirates and hackers threaten Cybernauts

The popularity of computers and the subsequent creation of the worldwide web changed the way we live.
It has permeated every sphere and activity of life.
Suddenly there was a huge transformation, with all the information that we needed (and some not needed) at our fingertips. Information is Power in a closely integrated world such as ours.
This was the ‘moment of Eureka’ that the world had not known.

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Awards Night ceremony gathers momentum

With less than six weeks left for the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards 2011 (IBA) Presentation Ceremony, there is growing excitement among entrants, judges, sponsors, organisations and others connected with the project... read more

 

Sponsors add value to Business Awards


As weexpressed our gratitude to sponsors for their patronage and support of the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards (IBA) 2011 at a special dinner hosted in their honour on September 26 at Stamford Plaza Hotel in Auckland, they returned the compliment saying that their involvement brought them closer to the Indian community... read more

 

Government needs corporate discipline

And private sector help for viable management
Nothing is as certain as death and taxes- Benjamin Franklin
Much has changed in our world since the time of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) but those words still (sting) true.
Providence controls the former, Parliament the latter.
If ever we need a reminder of governmental power, these words do the trick.... read more

We are happy to announce that Triangle Television has joined the high profile team of sponsors of the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards (IBA) 2011... read more

New Zealand’s fast-growing multiethnic communities in general and the Indian community in particular will benefit from the strategic media partnership just established between one of the fastest growing New Zealand television channels and your favourite newspaper ... read more

 

Three former finalists and winners at the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards (IBA) have demonstrated their business success in other Awards Schemes as well. 
North Shore based Spice N Easy NZ Limited won the ‘Startup Business Award’ at ... read more

 

 

About Our Sponsors

We are happy to announce that BNZ Partners would be the Title Sponsor of the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards (IBA) 2011.  Our Sponsors form the most significant aspect of IBA, enhancing the prestige of the Awards Scheme and recognising and rewarding business successes... read more

INL Business Awards Night gets bigger and better

A cross-section of New Zealand ‘s business community will be present at the Sky City Convention Centre in Auckland City on November 14 to applaud the winners and finalists of the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards (IBA) 2011... read more

 

The culture of trust goes beyond business

There is an old saying that when times get tough, you find out who your real friends are. I can proudly say that during the global financial crisis (the toughest of times) my bank BNZ proved itself a true friend to its customers and business clients, particularly the farming sector... read more

KPMG Sponsorship Package for Business Awards

One of the world’s largest audit and business consultancy firms has joined the Indian Newslink Indian Business Awards (IBA) 2011 as a Sponsor with a unique package of service solutions... read more

CGT will deplete propensity to save

It is not clear if the Labour Party’s proposed changes to the Capital Gains Tax (CGT) would affect financial arrangements and offshore investments, although overseas experience would suggest otherwise. ... read more

Business Council with a mission gains status

Until three years ago, it was an organisation struggling to bring together its members to a common cause with the latter showing more apathy and indifference than involvement and interest... read more

Global engagement critical for success


  New Zealanders must adopt a united approach with the right attitude and engage themselves collectively with the outside world to ensure success in the 21st Century and beyond, an expert in international affairs has said. “We need to look out, engage ourselves with businesses and people in other countries and be a part of the world... read more

Personal traits embellish gubernatorial post


John Allen is a refreshingly different breed of bureaucrat.
He is accessible, articulate, intelligent, and most important of all, humble and friendly. He carries no air about his job as the Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade... read more

Visit to India deepens friendship


I have recently returned from a very successful five-day state visit to India. 
I went to New Delhi, Agra, and Mumbai for a number of events and was accompanied by a 28-strong business delegation... read more