Elevate Venture Capital Fund to Receive $100 Million Boost in Budget
The state-backed Elevate venture capital fund is set to receive a substantial $100 million injection in the upcoming Budget, as...
News And Current Affairs
Tragic Bus Accident in Sri Lanka Claims 21 Lives, Injuring Dozens
A devastating bus accident in Sri Lanka has resulted in the deaths of at least 21 people and left dozens...
Immigration Employment Infringement Scheme Nets $431,000 in Penalties in First Year, Holding Non-Compliant Employers Accountable
Auckland, New Zealand - A significant crackdown on immigration violations in the employment sector has seen 139 employers across New...
World Says Farewell to Pope Francis; New Zealand Mourns Loss
VATICAN CITY - The world is gathering in Vatican City today to bid farewell to Pope Francis, the first Latin...
Sri Lankan Social Activist Dan Priyasad Killed in Shooting
WELLAMPITIYA, Sri Lanka - Sri Lankan social activist and Kolonnawa Municipal Council candidate, Dan Priyasad, was killed in a shooting...
Pope Francis, First Latin American Leader of Catholic Church, Dies at 88
VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis, the 266th Pope and the first from Latin America, has died at the age of...
Devotees Throng Kandy as Sacred Tooth Relic Exposition Begins After 16 Years
Kandy, Sri Lanka - The air in the hill capital of Kandy is thick with devotion as the much-anticipated "Siri...
Changes to Accredited Employer Work Visa and Median Wage Announced
Auckland, New Zealand – Immigration New Zealand (INZ) has announced significant adjustments to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme...
Musk’s Starlink Threat: A Calculated Move or Real Danger?
Elon Musk's recent threat to cut off Starlink service in Ukraine has sparked a firestorm of controversy, raising questions about...
Treaty Principles Bill Faces Stiff Opposition After Contentious First Reading
Wellington, NZ - A controversial bill seeking to redefine the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi underwent its first reading...
OCR Cut by Reserve Bank Prompts Swift Bank Responses and Housing Market Implications
OCR Cut by Reserve Bank Prompts Swift Bank Responses and Housing Market Implications Auckland, NZ - In a widely anticipated...
Sri Lanka Tables Landmark “Proceeds of Crime Bill”: A Sword Against Illicit Wealth and a Potential Economic Lifeline
Colombo, April 8, 2025 - In a move hailed by anti-corruption advocates and viewed with cautious optimism by legal experts,...
Revised Investor Visa Offers Enhanced Investment Opportunities
New Zealand Overhauls Active Investor Plus Visa Settings: Major Changes Take Effect from April 2025 The New Zealand Government has...
Fatal Gas Explosion at Kurunegala Fuel Station Claims Four Lives
Kurunegala, April 8 — A devastating gas explosion at a fuel station in the Wehera area of Kurunegala late last...
Challenges to the Sri Lankan economy with Trump’s wake up call…
U.S. Trade Shift Threatens Billions in Revenue and Thousands of Jobs By Anuradha Wanigasekaea | Colombo correspondent Colombo, Tuesday —...
“Kiwi Dollar Plunges as Trump-China Trade War Escalates: Global Shockwaves Hit New Zealand Markets”
Global Markets Roiled as Trump Slaps 34% Tariffs on China in Fiery 'Liberation Day' Speech Beijing Strikes Back as US...
Navigating New Zealand’s Shifting Shores: Latest Immigration Updates
New Zealand's immigration landscape is dynamic, with recent changes impacting various visa categories. Whether you're an employer, a potential migrant,...
New Zealand Today: A Snapshot of Current Events
Aotearoa is buzzing with activity, from pressing social issues to thrilling sporting moments and evolving economic landscapes. Here's a roundup...
Aspiring Sri Lankan Politician Granted Refugee Status in New Zealand Amidst Credible Threats
A compelling case has emerged from New Zealand's Immigration and Protection Tribunal, where an aspiring Sri Lankan female politician has...
RBNZ Cuts OCR by 50 Basis Points to 3.75% Amidst Economic Headwinds
Wellington – In a move aimed at stimulating economic activity while maintaining price stability, the Reserve Bank of New Zealand...
