News for 'New Zealand High Commissioner'

India and New Zealand Explore Enhanced Sports Collaboration

India and New Zealand Explore Enhanced Sports Collaboration

Rediff.com9 Mar 2026

India and New Zealand are set to strengthen their sports collaboration through joint training camps, coaching exchanges, and knowledge sharing in sports science, analytics, and athlete performance systems, marking 100 years of sporting ties in 2026.

Anti-Drone, Bomb Squads Guard India Vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final In Ahmedabad

Anti-Drone, Bomb Squads Guard India Vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final In Ahmedabad

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Authorities have implemented heightened security measures at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final, including increased police presence, anti-drone systems, and holding areas to prevent stampedes.

Narendra Modi Stadium Under Tight Security for T20 World Cup Final

Narendra Modi Stadium Under Tight Security for T20 World Cup Final

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Authorities have implemented heightened security measures at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the India-New Zealand T20 World Cup final, including increased police presence, anti-drone systems, and holding areas to prevent stampedes.

Australian High Commissioner hails Indian team's grit, resilience

Australian High Commissioner hails Indian team's grit, resilience

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

India's memorable win at The Gabba not only saw the team script history but also ensured they toppled Australia in the ICC Test Team Rankings to claim the second spot.

India-origin Bajwa to lead Canada in T20 World Cup

India-origin Bajwa to lead Canada in T20 World Cup

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Canada, making their second appearance at the tournament, are in Group D alongside South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan, and the United Arab Emirates.

Security beefed up for Sri Lanka team in Pakistan

Security beefed up for Sri Lanka team in Pakistan

Rediff.com12 Nov 2025

Naqvi assured Siriwiratnay that the visiting team players and officials were state guests in Pakistan.

Sri Lanka players want to leave Pakistan, but board orders them to stay

Sri Lanka players want to leave Pakistan, but board orders them to stay

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Sri Lankan players currently touring Pakistan for a three-match ODI series want to return home due to security concerns following a deadly suicide attack in Islamabad but PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi claimed that the rubber will continue, albeit with a rejigged schedule.

India, EU free trade deal to likely conclude on Jan 27

India, EU free trade deal to likely conclude on Jan 27

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

India and the European Union are set to announce on January 27 the conclusion of negotiations and finalisation of a free trade agreement, which is aimed at boosting economic ties between the two regions amid disruptions in global trade due to US tariffs, an official said.

How SA20 Is Transforming Careers, Lives

How SA20 Is Transforming Careers, Lives

Rediff.com10 Jan 2026

SA20 turns 4: Social healer, job creator and a new lucrative option for players around globe

UK spies gave intel on Nijjar killing to Canada: Report

UK spies gave intel on Nijjar killing to Canada: Report

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

A new documentary claims British spy call intercepts helped Canadian authorities link India to the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June 2023.

Global intelligence chiefs meet in Delhi; focus on terrorism, tech threats

Global intelligence chiefs meet in Delhi; focus on terrorism, tech threats

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval held bilateral talks with US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, and chaired a conclave of top global intelligence chiefs focusing on strengthening cooperation in confronting various security challenges including terrorism and threats posed by emerging technologies. The meeting also focused on security in the Indo-Pacific region, cooperation to counter terror funding and money laundering, and issues relating to extradition and immigration.

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Indian Military's Awesome 3

Rediff.com28 May 2025

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw Field Marshal K M Cariappa Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh The three highest-ranking military heroes of the Indian Armed Forces. They were the rarest of the rare. The bravest of the brave.

Indian-origin MP in New Zealand takes oath in Sanskrit

Indian-origin MP in New Zealand takes oath in Sanskrit

Rediff.com25 Nov 2020

Dr Gaurav Sharma, 33, hailing from Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, was recently elected as the Member of Parliament from the Labour Party for Hamilton West in New Zealand.

'Not hard proof, just...': Trudeau's big admission on Nijjar killing

'Not hard proof, just...': Trudeau's big admission on Nijjar killing

Rediff.com17 Oct 2024

Trudeau claimed the Indian diplomats were collecting information on Canadians who are in disagreement with the Narendra Modi government and passing it to the highest levels within the Indian government and criminal organisations like the Lawrence Bishnoi gang.

New Zealand judge to hear Harbhajan appeal

New Zealand judge to hear Harbhajan appeal

Rediff.com9 Jan 2008

John Hansen has been appointed as commissioner to hear India spinner Harbhajan Singh's code of conduct appeal, the International Cricket Council said on Wednesday.

MI Cape Town crush Sunrisers in SA20 opener

MI Cape Town crush Sunrisers in SA20 opener

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Dewald Brevis' brisk 57 and all-round show from Delano Potgieter - 12-ball 25 not out and 5/10 in three overs - powered them to a massive 97-run win in the tournament opener.

UK's most expensive house sells for 80 mn pounds

UK's most expensive house sells for 80 mn pounds

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

The house opposite Regent's Park in London was once the home of the New Zealand High Commissioner.

Racist slur against Dikshit: NZ says sorry

Racist slur against Dikshit: NZ says sorry

Rediff.com7 Oct 2010

Union External Affairs Minister S M Krishna summoned the New Zealand High Commissioner on Thursday over racist remarks made by a TV show presenter on Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit.

Ramiz wants nothing less, asks Pak to beat England

Ramiz wants nothing less, asks Pak to beat England

Rediff.com30 Nov 2022

The PCB chief also said that hosting Australia, England and New Zealand in one season is a big boost for Pakistan cricket and hoped the tour by England would be concluded successfully.

Bangladesh cricketers escape New Zealand mosque shooting

Bangladesh cricketers escape New Zealand mosque shooting

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

The Bangladesh cricket team was arriving for prayers at the mosque when the shooting occurred but all members were safe, a team coach told Reuters.

SA20 to challenge IPL dominance?

SA20 to challenge IPL dominance?

Rediff.com12 Jan 2024

Mark Boucher admitted the SA20 could be organised in the cricket-crazy Asian nation in the near future.

Indian envoy to NZ called back after wife accused of assault

Indian envoy to NZ called back after wife accused of assault

Rediff.com27 Jun 2015

Ravi Thapar in New Zealand is set to leave the country on Saturday after allegations that his wife had assaulted a staff member.

Amid lobbying, Sharif deliberates on new Pak foreign secretary

Amid lobbying, Sharif deliberates on new Pak foreign secretary

Rediff.com25 Jan 2017

PAk's Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva Tehmina Janjua was the leading choice.

Did US rebuff Canada linking India to Nijjar killing? WH says...

Did US rebuff Canada linking India to Nijjar killing? WH says...

Rediff.com21 Sep 2023

The spokesperson for the White House National Security Council said they are "coordinating and consulting" with Canada and also "engaging" with the Indian government.

49 dead in terrorist attack at 2 mosques in New Zealand shooting

49 dead in terrorist attack at 2 mosques in New Zealand shooting

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

-- The gunman live-streamed the mass shooting inside the Al Noor Mosque -- Witnesses have said they saw 'blood everywhere' -- Four people are in custody after the shootings, including one woman and three men -- New Zealand Prime Minister said the shootings were 'an unprecedented act of violence, an act that has absolutely no place in New Zealand. This is not who we are'.

43 officials in Indian diplomatic missions to face action

43 officials in Indian diplomatic missions to face action

Rediff.com28 Jun 2015

"Action is being taken in all 43 cases as per established procedure," Spokesman of the Ministry of External Affairs Vikas Swarup said.

Sreesanth escaped due to vacuum of law: Former Delhi CP Neeraj Kumar

Sreesanth escaped due to vacuum of law: Former Delhi CP Neeraj Kumar

Rediff.com7 Apr 2024

Stakeholders have shown a distinct lack of seriousness in bringing a law against corruption in Indian sports, a reason why someone like tainted former pacer S Sreesanth got away despite strong evidence of spot-fixing against him in the 2013 IPL, former Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar has said.

IFS officer's recall: MEA asked to furnish docs

IFS officer's recall: MEA asked to furnish docs

Rediff.com12 Jun 2007

Acting on an Right to Information application, the commission asked the MEA to furnish the records by June 29.

Modi to appeal against London High Court verdict

Modi to appeal against London High Court verdict

Rediff.com4 Apr 2012

Axed IPL commissioner Lalit Modi will be appealing against the London High Court's verdict in the libel case filed against him by former New Zealand captain Chris Cairns.

Kohli and Williamson: A club of mutual admiration

Kohli and Williamson: A club of mutual admiration

Rediff.com20 Feb 2020

The fierce Kohli and the mostly calm Williamson admire and respect each other as cricketers and more importantly as human beings.

Indian envoy to NZ in trouble

Indian envoy to NZ in trouble

Rediff.com13 Apr 2006

The high commissioner was recalled for refusing visas to some people of the Indian community there.

5 Indians killed in NZ terror attack; toll mounts to 50

5 Indians killed in NZ terror attack; toll mounts to 50

Rediff.com17 Mar 2019

In a 74-page 'manifesto' the attacker posted online, he described himself as a white supremacist who was out to 'avenge attacks in Europe perpetrated by Muslims'.

Modi wishes Sharif for WC, to send Jaishankar to Pak

Modi wishes Sharif for WC, to send Jaishankar to Pak

Rediff.com13 Feb 2015

Modi spoke to Sharif and conveyed best wishes for the showpiece event.

Harbhajan appeal hearing underway

Harbhajan appeal hearing underway

Rediff.com29 Jan 2008

Harbhajan Singh's appeal against a three-Test ban for racial abuse got underway in the Adelaide Federal Court on Tuesday morning.

Harbhajan case: Hansen to admit stump mic evidence

Harbhajan case: Hansen to admit stump mic evidence

Rediff.com28 Jan 2008

The Harbhajan Singh ban issue took a new twist on Monday with the ICC-appointed commissioner saying that "additional evidence" could be admissible in the hearing scheduled for January 29 and 30 in Adelaide.

Ernest replaces Dogra as Indian envoy to NZ

Ernest replaces Dogra as Indian envoy to NZ

Rediff.com19 Apr 2006

Dogra had indicated that he would return to India by the first week of April. Later, he said he would return by April 15 but did not adhere to his own schedule.

Envoy to NZ on leave until Saran retires

Envoy to NZ on leave until Saran retires

Rediff.com15 Apr 2006

Dogra has accused Saran on impropriety.

Indian-origin man injured in NZ mosque shootings

Indian-origin man injured in NZ mosque shootings

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said that India's High Commission in New Zealand is in touch with local authorities for more information.