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Immigration Minister denies racial

discrimination against Indians, says
employer assisted visas under scanner number of applications for those visas
¡¡ SANDEEP SINGH
Massive overhaul
across different ethnicities.
T
he Minister for Immigration Iain “It certainly does not reflect any
coming around
Lees-Galloway has rejected the different approach for any particular
claim being made in recent media ethnicity,” the minister said.
student visas
reports about a supposed institutional On being probed further about
bias against Indian applicants within an undercurrent of such perception,
Immigration New Zealand (INZ). especially among those who deal with
T
On Wednesday, May 30, Radio NZ the immigration system on a daily basis he government is very close to announcing its first
carried a report quoting an immigration and have similar experiences, the minister major change in the current immigration regime,
lawyer alleging that there was an said, “the report talks about employer- with massive overhaul coming around student visas.
institutional bias against Indian applicants assisted visa, which we have identified as This was disclosed by Immigration Minister Ian Lees-
in comparison to people of other an area that is ripe through exploitation.” Galloway in an exclusive interview with The Indian
ethnicities. The Indian Weekender further Weekender on Wednesday, May 30.
Immigration lawyer Arunima Dhingra, questioned the minister about gradually “We are very close to making the first of our
a director of Aims Global was quoted in diminishing avenues of investigations of announcements and that would be around student visas,”
that report as saying, “I think the overall decisions made by INZ and perceived as Mr Galloway said.
picture that’s been painted is that, you unfair by the applicants. “I think that is the one that people would obviously be
In response to which minister said, looking forward to, and is very close.
know, Indian nationality applications, let’s
“Within the system, there are enough “We are also looking at the labour market test, the
just go hard.”
avenues to appeal against the decisions accredited employer scheme. There would be some
The Minister brushed aside that claim announcement around those areas in the very near future as
made.
as trivial and baseless. well,” Mr Galloway said.
“I am confident that we have
“Of course, that is the claim of one strong appeal processes with the
immigration adviser, and I disagree,” Mr Immigration Minister.”
Galloway asserted. We are very
However, not everyone is fully
“I think INZ has very clear processes convinced with the minister’s An industry expert speaking with
close to making
and what they are doing is that they are denial. the first of our
The Indian Weekender on condition
assessing the merits of each application. Alastair McClymont, Principal of anonymity said that the reason why announcements
“There is no doubt that we have seen Immigration Lawyer of McClymont & employer-assisted visas have come under
the exploitation of employer-assisted Associates said, “The minister’s denial of the scanner is because INZ has allowed
and that would be
visas and I can understand why INZ is institutional bias is expected.” international students in the country in the around student
looking closely at that category, so as to “Minister can only rely on what his first place taking advantage of the waiver
ensure there is no job inflation and migrant officials tell him and the picture that his
visas...
from the English-language test, which
worker exploitation,” Mr Galloway said. officials paint for him is far from reality,” subsequently falls prey to exploitative
“In my view, the numbers reflect the Mr McClymont said. employers.
All Whites in India to play Indian man assaulted while

four-nation tournament trying to sell on Facebook
¡¡ RIZWAN MOHAMMAD
" A
Christchurch based
The New Zealand football team Indian man was assaulted
is all set to start their four nation and reported to be left
tournament in Mumbai with an unconscious on Saturday, May 26,
impeccable victory over Kenya in when trying to sell a mobile phone
their inaugural match on Sunday, to two buyers near his home.
June 2," believes team’s High- Talvinder Singh, 31, was taken
Performance Manager, Dwayne to the hospital in a St John’s
Woolliams. telling anyone athome.
ambulance with grievous injuries to his
Mr Woolliams was in The Indian “I saw a young man was on the driver’s
face, body, arms and head.
Weekender’s studio along with Rakesh The All Whites football team seat and a woman in her late teens in the
The buyer-duo, a male and female, had
Naidoo, Executive Board Member of New Zealand passenger seat with car engine on,” Mr
Dwayne Woolliams said. arrived in a car and kept the engine on,
Football to speak more about the upcoming tour to Singh said.
Mr Dwayne points out Sukhpreet Singh of when taking the phone and tried to speed
India. “For a moment I had some doubts in my
Wellington Phoenix as one of the key players to away without paying for it, Mr Singh said.
All Whites are currently in Mumbai on a ten day mind as something did not appear right,
watch out in the tournament. “I had put a post on Facebook
tour to participate in four nation tournament. however I continued showing the phone to
Executive Board Member of New Zealand Marketplace to sell my wife’s used
The team is ranked 133 on the FIFA world the girl,” Mr Singh said.
Football Rakesh Naidoo reiterated the contribution Samsung Galaxy S7 Smartphone,” Mr
rankings and will play against the host, India, “To my shock she grabbed the mobile
Chinese Taipei/Taiwan and Kenya. of diverse communities in the sports, especially Singh told The Indian Weekender. and the driver of the car accelerated
The Indian Weekender spoke to the team’s new the Kiwi-Indian players who have been playing “A female had expressed interest to buy the car. All I remember after that I was in
High-Performance Manager Dwayne Woolliams football in New Zealand for decades and there are the phone. an ambulance,” Mr Singh said.
who was confident that the All Whites will give a well-established clubs and tournaments, and we “So I have given her my residential “My friends waiting a home said that I
tough competition to the other three teams. see a lot of talents coming through there. address to come and pay and pick the came back inside the house injured, called
Mr Dwayne looks after the business arm of the “Through NZ football clubs and federations, phone,” Mr Singh said. 111 and fell unconscious,” Mr Singh
New Zealand Football by organising games, tours, we look forward to getting diverse communities “I had checked her Facebook profile added.
logistics, staff, contracts, etc in a manner that be it Indian, Chinese, Samoan, Pacific playing before agreeing to do business with her Mr Singh was treated at Christchurch
team’s competency could be enhanced. football. Any sport is an ideal opportunity to get just for my own peace of mind. Hospital overnight and released on
The Kiwi team is excited to be in the competition communities to get engage and interact with one “Based on her Facebook profile, she Sunday, May 27.
Mumbai as it is in its first year of the four-year another,” Rakesh Naidoo said. appeared to me a genuine buyer and safe The Indian Weekender enquired with
cycle building up to the next FIFA World Cup. The players are also gearing themselves for
The tournament would be giving an opportunity to to do business with,” Mr Singh said. police for an update on the investigation
the scorching temperature of Mumbai’s summer who confirmed that two people were
All Whites to play with teams ranked higher than Mr Singh lives with his wife and four-
which can soar over 35 degrees so that the players arrested and charged with theft.
them. year-old daughter in Addington and had
do not get dehydrated and overheat. “In relation to an incident involving a
“We are at a time where we have the opportunity a few friends come over to his house for
The All Whites will play against Kenya on stolen phone, which took place on May 26
to try and test some new players and really try a get together that evening. He got a call
Sunday, June 2, Chinese Taipei/Taiwan on around 7 p.m. in Addington, Christchurch,
some exciting football,” Dwayne told The Indian from the female at around 6.45 pm on
Tuesday, June 5 and India on Thursday, June 8 a 21-year-old woman and an 18-year-old
Weekender. Saturday who asked him to come outside
and the All Whites are quite confident that the man have been charged with theft, and
“The tournament is crucial for the All Whites and do the transaction.
finals will be played against the hosts on Sunday, they appeared in Christchurch District
as they look forward to playing against very Mr Singh told The Indian Weekender
June 10. Court on Wednesday, May 30.
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he India New Zealand
Business Council
(INZBC) signed a
landmark agreement with
the ASEAN New Zealand
Business Council at an event
in Auckland on Friday,
May 25.
This is a significant
development for New Zealand-India trade the country with a significant event happening
because both the countries are part of the almost every month, Mr Dhillon said.
Regional Comprehensive Economic Agreement The council’s ‘India Unplugged’ series of
(RCEP), which also includes ten countries of events went beyond just networking. “These are
the ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian not catch-all events but each one is dedicated to
Nations) grouping. a different aspect of business and have detailed
With a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between topics like GST, IP and capital repatriation,
among others.
New Zealand and India remaining elusive
The council also has an annual summit
even a decade after it was first mooted, the
dedicated to a subject. Already, summits on IT,
two countries are now laying store by this
agriculture and education have been held. “In
alternative RCEP mechanism to try to achieve
2018, we will have an Aviation Summit,” Mr
what a bilateral FTA might have.
Dhillon said.
INZBC Chairman Robert Barker and
He said the INZBC-ASEAN-NZBC
ASEAN-NZBC Chairman Kenneth Leong
agreement signed on the day was a historic
signed the agreement in the presence of NZ
event. “ASEAN is a major player in the RCEP
Minister for Trade and Export Growth, David
and pooling our resources can only benefit all
Parker, who was the chief guest for the event,
parties,” he added.
and members of the INZBC board. Joanna
Mr Leong in his brief address said eight out
Kempkers, New Zealand High Commissioner of ten Kiwis believed that Asia was important
in India was also present. to New Zealand but three out of four thought,
Earlier, INZBC Treasurer and Honorary “they know very little about Asia.” He
Indian Consul in Auckland BhavDhillon welcomed the new agreement with INZBC.
welcomed the well-attended gathering of INZBC Executive Member Jo Pennycuick
INZBC members and guests that included did the honours as MC and Sameer Handa,
Labour MP Priyanca Radhakrishnan. another Executive Member, proposed a vote of
Almost every company in New Zealand thanks.
that has something to with India is member The board welcomed Minister David Parker
of INZBC and the council had come to earn a with flowers. See accompanying report on Mr
reputation as the most active business council in Parker’s address.
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Wellington evening, the New Zealand demand of the Indian market, Singapore
India Research Institute and the Stout Airlines has been servicing the northern
Research Centre of Victoria University of Indian city of Amritsar since last year
Wellington hosted a roundtable discussion and Philip Goh, Singapore Airlines Regional
book launch at the Te Ahumairangi Room of Vice President and Simon Turcotte, General
the National Library of New Zealand. Manager, New Zealand announced this news
The welcome address by Associate Professor in a breakfast briefing with media on Tuesday,
Kate Hunter, Director of SRC, was followed May 29. medium and long-haul routes from Singapore,
by the panel discussion on the ‘Kiwi-Indian Mr Goh, who is based in Sydney, and was in predominantly to China and India.
experience’. The ‘Kiwi-Indians’ or the New Auckland to provide an update on Singapore Initially, Scoot’s fleet consisted of Boeing
Zealanders of Indian descent, now constitute Airlines’ results and new product rollout, 777 aircraft obtained from Singapore Airlines,
more than 4 per cent of the national population expressed satisfaction with the global business which is now gradually being upgraded with
growth of the aviation giant. the inclusion of Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft
and they contribute positively to New Zealand’s
The second part of the programme was to “We believe that we have right products in its fleet from 2015.
national life. They are in different powerful
launch the NZIRI’s newest publication: Indians and strategies in place to service our existing In July 2017, Scoot had bought Tiger
positions in public life and show a tremendous
and the Antipodes: Networks, Boundaries and markets and develop new routes all around the airways – a popular low-cost carrier operating
amount of initiative, enterprise and resilience.
Circulation, edited by Sekhar Bandyopadhyay world,” Mr Goh said. in the Southeast Asian, Indian, Chinese and
Yet, they also face various challenges, such Speaking on occasion, Mr Turcotte said,
as racial discrimination, confusion of identity, and Jane Buckingham, and published by Australian market.
Oxford University Press. The book in its ten “Along with servicing major travel destinations, Tigerair was officially merged into Scoot
retention of culture and so on. To discuss these we are continuing our efforts to reach out to
thematic chapters traces the story of Indian using Tigerair’s air operator’s certificate (AOC)
issues from their personal experiences the NZIRI more tier-II and tier III level cities in the target
migration to and settlement in Australia and but retaining the ‘Scoot’ brand, and is now
and SRC had invited four successful Kiwi- market to fulfil the growing demand of our
New Zealand from 1769 (when two Indian based at Singapore Changi Airport.
Indians and they narrated their fascinating life passengers.
lascars or sailors first arrived in Aotearoa in a Mr Goh and Mr Turcottee also told the media
stories candidly. The four panellists were, Shila In this endeavour, the opening of the Amritsar
French East India Company ship) to the present about plans when 787-10 aircraft would start
Nair (Senior Advisor and Counsellor, Shakti route would be a major gift for the huge Punjabi operating in the New Zealand airspace.
Community Council Inc.), Rakesh Naidoo day. Dr Kate McMillan, a political scientist and community residing in New Zealand, and
a specialist in migration studies from Victoria Better control of in-flight entertainment
(Strategic Advisor Race Relations, NZ Human business travellers who have growing business Among other key announcements, were a
Rights Commission), Bhav Dhillon (Managing University of Wellington, spoke on the book, interests in northern regions of India.
and Sir Anand Satyanand (New Zealand’s 19th better opportunity for passengers to control
Director, CEMIX and Honorary Consul of “We are looking to service Amritsar their in-flight entertainment experience.
India, Auckland), and Priyanca Radhakrishnan Governor General and the most well-known through Scoot, which is the Singaporean low- “With these changes, passengers would be
(Member of Parliament, representing the NZ New Zealander of Indo-Fijian origin) formally cost long-haul airline owned by Singapore able to download apps in advance and choose
Labour Party). The discussion was coordinated released it. This part of the programme was Airlines through its subsidiary Budget Aviation the selected in-flight programmes that they will
by Professor Sekhar Bandyopadhyay, Director coordinated by Associate Professor Jane Holdings,” Mr Goh said. like to see during their travel,” Mr Turcotte
of NZIRI. Buckingham of the University of Canterbury. Scoot had launched flights in June 2012 on said.
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Identifying the sources of money that fuel
to be properly remunerated. in New Zealand gambling support the theory a increased spending in pubs and clubs is
“Caregivers can continue to earn and work while gaining becomes a form of escapism from significant amount of needed. Failure to do so will undermine
a qualification that will result in a significant pay increase loneliness or lack of family support locally. the gambling takes places in the social wellbeing and public health of
that will benefit them and their families,” she says. A number of our international students take the pokie machines located at our local our children who may end up living in
For newcomers to the industry, Ignite Colleges offers
up gambling as a form of recreation only to pubs and clubs. These accounted for communities supported by proceeds of
a free Level 2 Certificate in Health and Wellbeing. The
turn it in to a habit and addiction. $878 million in the year to September crime.
practical 14 week full-time course is the perfect stepping
Some of local communities gamble in 2017. Maori and Pasfika have a higher Overall gambling impacts our
stone into a role as a support worker in an aged care
hope that they can provide more financial prevalence of problem gambling and the communities along with the health and
or disability facility, and enables graduates to start on
$20/hour – that’s the same salary as someone without support for their families. This may lead Kiwi Indian community is an emerging prison system. It is in the interest of our
qualifications who has been working for three years. to a psychology of chasing losses, which group of concern. communities to have access to help in
By completing an Ignite Colleges healthcare course, leads to financial pressure on the very Independent research shows that areas that are most affected by gambling.
graduates can gain a qualification and receive an increase families that gamblers seek to provide extra gambling is not and cannot be considered We need to provide financial literacy along
in remuneration in line with government’s pay equity financial support for. an economic activity neither can it be with customised support for gamblers and
policy for the health sector. Gambling involves pokie machines in classed as economic nor tourism growth other affected by such habits. It is in our
pubs and clubs, casino gambling, TAB for our county. interest to have communities who do not
To find out more visit (including sports betting) and even Lotto. Apart from the financial distress that feel stigmatised in seeking help towards
www.ignitecolleges.ac.nz Recently I had the opportunity to meet gambling and chasing losses gambling any form of gambling addiction. We
or phone 0800 200 345. representatives from the Problem Gambling causes it is also recognised as a cause of need to help them understand the harm
Foundation whose research point to pokie family and domestic violence and plays a that gambling causes amongst families,
machines as the major source of problem role in criminality. Violence is driven by communities, health service providers, the
gambling. Pokie machine are the cause guilt, fear and stress and has major impacts justice and police teams.
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Fivestar Print awarded Information Technology (IT)

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Awards 2018 Due to the retirement of the principal owner, this excellent business is now
for sale. The company has a staff of 10 technicians providing IT support to
key clients under contract. 8 of the technical staff are on work visas and
such is the growth of this business that a further 4 new technicians need to
be recruited in the near future.
Work in progress includes the development of software programs that will
ensure the ongoing success of the business for many years to come.
The company also works very closely with a Human Resource and Training
organisation from which it receives a guaranteed income.
The company accounts (accrual) for the financial year show excellent
results in the vicinity of a 330K excess before tax.
This business is ideal for someone seeking to settle legitimately in New
¡¡ RIZWAN MOHAMMAD and the community that Albert-Eden businesses Zealand whilst working in an immigration approved industry.
exhibit,” Peter Haynes said on the award
F
ivestar Print located on Dominion Road evening.
Serious potential purchasers are invited to indicate their interest by texting
has won Best Business in Manufacturing
name and contact details to 022 376 3079. Phone calls will not be
Peter Haynes acknowledged the contribution accepted.
& Trade category at the Albert-Eden of everyone involved in making the evening
Business Awards 2018. and the awards such a success.
Albert-Eden Business award was started
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contribute to the growth of the community and supporting them over the years.
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Role of diaspora in NZ-Indian bilateral

relation expanding, says NZIRI director
¡¡ SANDEEP SINGH
T
he role of the Indian diaspora in the New
T
Zealand India bilateral relationship is Diaspora was he Anoopam Mission NZ Parivar's
expanding, believes Professor Sekhar underutilised for a Dharam Yatra and Satsang Sabha
Bandyopadhyay, the Director of New Zealand long time. There scheduled to be hosted on Saturday,
India Research Institute (NZIRI). June 2 and Sunday, June 3 has been
NZIRI is a national centre of Indian studies
was a less appreciation cancelled as one of the senior Sants in India
in New Zealand, which brings together a of effectiveness for has passed away on the way to Akshardham.
consortium of scholars actively engaged in the role diaspora All the Sants from Brisbane are going
research on India and India-New Zealand in promoting the back to India.
relations in seven New Zealand universities. The Anoopam Mission NZ Parivar has
relationship between apologised for the inconvenience caused to
The Council of Victoria University of
Wellington established the research institute in
the two countries the followers.
October 2012.
Recently, Prof Bandyopadhyay travelled Sai Shree Swaminarayan.
to India as the Co-Chair of Track II level
delegation along with Asia NZ Foundation.
Speaking to The Indian Weekender about the Bandyopadhyay asserts. its feet from the ongoing talks on Free Trade
visit and the current state of bilateral relations “On the part of India, as well there was Agreement (FTA) between the countries.
between the two countries, Prof Bandyopadhyay significant interest in the diaspora. Everywhere In that regard, there is some welcome change
said, “There is more willingness in India to we went we were asked about Indian diasporas of attitude in the Indian establishment, believes Get the big deal!
invest in this relationship now.” in NZ. How well are they organised, how Prof Bandyopadhyay.
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Diaspora was underutilised for a long
diaspora is doing really well. could feel that the Government of India was
time. There was a less appreciation of
“We could tell them that Indian diaspora ready to get NZ on board.
effectiveness for the role diaspora in promoting
constitutes about four per cent, but they “The RCEP negotiations going on involves
the relationship between the two countries.”
contribute about eight per cent of the both India and New Zealand, and from what we
NZ has started using the Indian diaspora and
national GDP.” could gather India is serious about RCEP.
valuing the diasporas in a significant way. “I believe this relationship was always warm
“In fact, I can tell you that we took a India is warming up to RCEP but lacked the substance.
delegation of five and out of five, two were of
Indian origin, and I was the co-leader of the
delegations.”
W hile New Zealand always had a global
reputation of concluding its trade
negotiations with significant speed, it is India
“New Zealand did not command that kind
of attention as some of the big powers were
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NZ Eid Day to host open iftar on

Queen’s Birthday
N
ew Zealand Eid Day, a non-profit
organisation organising hosting
‘Eid’ holiday events for the Muslim
community is hosting an open iftar event on
June, 4 at Mt Roskill War Memorial Hall, Mt
Roskill.
Muslims across the globe in the month of
Ramadan fast from dawn to dusk. At sunset,
the people open their fast with their family and
friends called ‘iftar’.
NZ Eid Day in the past few years has hosted
several Eid Day celebrations, both Eid-ul-Fitr
and Eid-ul-Adha and the iftar event is a new
addition to its annual events calendar. The
purpose of the open iftar is to get both Muslims
and non-Muslims, and people from different
ethnic backgrounds and communities to come
together under one roof and participate in the
iftar.
“Traditionally, this also seems to spark
dialogue with the non-Muslim communities
as there are often frequent questions and
queries about the nature of fasting etc.,” Javed
Dadabhai, Chairperson of the New Zealand
Eid Day Trust told The Indian Weekender.
“Being a platform for the Muslim
community within New Zealand, we at NZ
Eid Day, believe that we have a responsibility
to create positive interactions to help foster
understanding and friendship between our
communities. We see this Iftaar as a trial run
for a much bigger effort in the years to come,”
Javed added.
“We would love to see Muslims, and non-
Muslims, of every ilk, sit next to each other,
eat and enjoy each others company. Inshallah;
this first Iftaar will be a display of the different
cultures and backgrounds of the beautiful
community we have in New Zealand,” Javed
Dadabhai said.
NZ Eid Day organise a full day Eid event
every year by reserving a big hall for the
congregational Eid prayers and later a full day
fun event for the families.
Every Eid event gets at least 8,000 to 10,000
people visit the venue, not just Muslims, but
even people from non-Muslim communities
and Members of Parliament and community
leaders attend the event.
This year NZ Eid Day has reserved Eden
Park to conduct the Eid prayers and has
reserved food stalls and children’s play
area. Eid will be held on Friday, June 15 or
Saturday, June 16 depending on the sighting
of the moon.
The Indian Weekender is a proud media
partner for NZ Eid Day event and will bring
live updates of the event on its print, web and
social media platforms.
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Indian Social and Cultural Club

Death of the Fiji- connects with the community
Indian couple was an ¡¡ THE CLUB ALSO INTRODUCED ITS
NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS, AND
accident: Coroner
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n his findings released in Christchurch last stablished in 1997, the Indian Social and
week, coroner David Robinson has ruled Cultural Club (ISCC) in Christchurch
that the Fiji-Indian couple of Avneel Ram, organised ‘ISCC Connects 2018’ on
May 26. It was a fun-filled informal evening from Mr Raut, the new committee of ISCC is
26, and his 31-year-old wife Sheetal Ram, headed by Shilpa Shailaj as President of ISCC,
with games of all sorts including a balloon
was an accidental death – a driving lesson ably-supported by Anshu Parti as secretary,
runs for kids and adults, dancing, singing, and
turned into a tragedy, and has thus made no Veenu as assistant secretary, Ram Kodukula as
a music quiz, followed by dinner. Put together the treasurer, and Payal Singh-Thakker, Soni
recommendations over the circumstances of by ISCC’s Vice-president Amit Raut, the event John, Reshma Shetty and Nilay Dhameliya as
their deaths. The couple is survived by an infant was attended by over a hundred people. Apart event coordinators.
daughter. Mr Ram ran an air-conditioning
Council to take measures to

File photo of Avneel and Sheetal
business, and the couple were married in 2016.
Mr Robinson also commended the bravery of happened because Ms Sheetal accidentally hit
reduce chlorine taste in water

a member of the public who tried to save the the accelerator, resulting in the car accelerating
couple from drowning by diving into a freezing down the slope from the car park, with her
lake, and disregarded the evidence from two being unable to apply the brakes in time.
C
witnesses – who were a bit far away from the According to the coroner, Ms Ram was at hristchurch City Council has employed number after-hours [when their doctor’s
scene – but noted hearing the Rams arguing the wheel when the car suddenly accelerated contractors to flush pipes with high- practice is closed] and their call will be put
before the accident. and dived into the lake almost 16 metres from pressure water to reduce the taste and through to a nurse who can provide free health
The tragedy happened on September 12 the shore. Mr Ram was outside the driver’s smell of chlorine in the water supply following advice. They can also contact Healthline 24/7
public feedback that residents in some parts of 0800 611 116 for free health advice.
last year when the Rams went to the Westlake window then. He then went into the lake to the city are experiencing the taste of chlorine Meanwhile, according to the Christchurch
Reserve in Halswell for a driving lesson, after rescue his wife, resurfacing several times, more than others. A map of pump station City Council, the rollout of the temporary
Avneel bought a red Toyota Cynos for Sheetal to before he himself drowned. locations around the city has been published on chlorination programme, which began on
help her get her driving license. She had already Police and other emergency services arrived the council’s website March 26, across the city is almost complete
secured her learners license in Christchurch a at the scene, and entered the lake to check “In addition to flushing the pipes, staff are now. This after in December, the Drinking
month before her death, after having tried her the vehicle but couldn’t it. A scene guard was working with the health authorities to explore Water Assessor advised the council it no longer
how we can reduce the amount of chlorine
hand at driving six years earlier in Fiji. There placed overnight. Then next morning, with considered the city’s groundwater supply
being added into the water supply,” General
she was involved in a minor incident, and had assistance from the Police National Dive Team Manager of City Services David Adamson said. provisionally secure because some of the below
not driven since, the coroner heard. an extensive search of the lake was done leading The council also informed that people ground well heads needed to be upgraded. On
On the circumstances of the night in to the recovery of the vehicle – at a depth of 2.8 should contact their own general practice team/ January 25, the Council decided to temporarily
question, the coroner findings revealed that it metres – and two bodies. family doctor/GP if they have any concerns. treat the supply with chlorine while wellhead
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Parker says RCEP deal could boost NZ-India trade

¡¡ DEV NADKARNI New Zealand and India not just in growing government minister: He said declining returns inequality has the world in its tightening vice-
W
business but also reducing losses between the were going to people who had to work for a like grip.
ith the Free Trade Agreement
farmgate and the consumer,” Mr Parker said. living while returns were increasing for capital.
between New Zealand and India He said he acknowledged India’s concerns A consequence of this in New Zealand was that Dev Nadkarni is founder editor of The
remaining a non-starter even after for access to New Zealand’s services sector but home ownership now was lowest in 70 years. Indian Weekender and works with an
a decade, all eyes are now on leveraging the stopped short of suggesting any measures to “Some people blame trade for this,” he said. inter-governmental organisation in
Regional Comprehensive Economic Agreement address these concerns. Thought-provoking concluding remarks,
the international trade and economic
(RCEP), which includes ten countries of the With just 140 New Zealand companies doing those, at a time when the problem of growing
development space.
ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian business with India and
Nations) grouping, as a practical alternative. just 20 of them having a
The India New Zealand Business Council presence on the ground
(INZBC) signed a landmark agreement with in India, the potential for
the ASEAN New Zealand Business Council at growth is significant. Mr
an event in Auckland on Friday. Parker said high tariffs on
Batting for the RCEP as the way forward the Indian side had stifled
and a win-win for all parties concerned was NZ growth and that the onus
Minister for Trade and Export Growth David was on India for the FTA
Parker, chief guest at the jointly hosted event. with respect to goods.
(He is also Attorney General, Minister for Speaking of ASEAN,
Economic Development, the Environment, and he said the bloc was New
is Associate Minister of Finance.) Zealand’s fifth largest
Mr Parker used the term ‘pluri-lateral trading partner. He extolled
agreement’ to describe a trade deal that the achievements of the
countries with a common interest would forge Australia ASEAN New
to benefit all parties involved, such as RCEP. Zealand FTA (AANZFTA),
As well as the ten ASEAN countries, RCEP the first comprehensive
includes New Zealand and India besides a few FTA signed by ASEAN,
others. and is a major milestone
“RCEP has the potential to be a high quality for New Zealand’s trade
partnership agreement, mutually beneficial to negotiations. Since
India and New Zealand,” Mr Parker said. 2010, two-way trade had
He said Kiwis needed to be convinced that increased and duties had
trade agreements actually work. NZ’s FTA with plummeted, he added.
China is a case in point: trade volumes had When successfully
touched $10billion both ways.
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“RCEP is important for the future of New agreements would result
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for New Zealand’s economic growth.” single set of rules creating
At $2.6billion, India is New Zealand’s a whopping $23trillion
tenth largest trading partner. As well as trade market.
in goods, services was also growing and has Mr Parker said Prime
increased by two-and-a-half times than what Minister Ardern and New
the volumes were six years ago, Mr Parker said. Zealand agreed with Mr
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s recent Narendra Modi’s speech in
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things. NZ Plant & Food Research’s stone Trade for All agenda. He
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Ahmadiyya Muslims 56th AISC Queen’s Birthday

invite Kiwis to experience Trophy to be hosted in Auckland
Ramadan
¡¡ IWK BUREAU
N
ew Zealand’s Ahmadiyya Muslim
community once again invited
Kiwis to experience Ramadan,
the Muslims’ holy month of fasting. On
the evening of Saturday, May 26, Baitul
Muqeet Mosque in Manukau hosted ‘iftari’
(or breaking of fast) event. A regular
occurrence in the annual calendar of the
¡¡ RIZWAN MOHAMMAD with more teams participating from different
Ahmadiyya Muslim community, the
T
Baitul Muqeet Mosque in Manukau
evening allows non-Muslim guests to gain he Auckland Indian Sports Club is regions, and the teams have only Indian
familiarity with the ritual of fasting, one of the hosting its 56th Queen’s Birthday players. The tournament is very popular among
cardinal pillars of the Islamic faith. service to his fellow human beings”, Imam Trophy for the Dhyan Chand Cup at the Kiwi-Indian community as it gets more than
“The holy month of Ramadan is the Shafique ur Rehman, the missionary in charge Lloyd’s Elsmore Hockey Stadium during the 1000 spectators each day.
most sacred month in the Islamic calendar. of the community said. Queen’s birthday long weekend. The tournament provides a platform for not
While Muslims all over the world celebrate “We cannot therefore stress enough, how AISC’s first tournament was hosted in just the enthusiastic young players but also
this month by fasting and spending time in far the actions of a few extremist Muslims 1963, and it is held every year since in the families and friends of the players, and the
remembrance of their Creator, the rituals are from the true teachings of the Quran different locations in the country such as stadium looks like a one big carnival spot.
of fasting and the extra prayers can be a bit and Prophet Muhammad. Our hope is that Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington, Hamilton, “The purpose of the tournament is to give
of an enigma for many non Muslims. This by holding events like this, we can raise the Palmerston North a chance to the players to show their talent,
event is our way of reaching out to fellow awareness amongst the wider community This year more than 20 regional Indian families to come and have a good time together,
New Zealanders, and provide them with an about what true Islam really is.” he added. teams are competing for the title including mingle with others and see a one big Indian
opportunity to share a unique experience The Ahmadiyya Muslim Community is a four women’s teams for netball. A total of 42 community be having a good fun family time
with their fellow Muslim countrymen”, Mr dynamic, fast-growing international revival games will be played from Saturday, June 2, till under one roof,” Ronnie Nathoo, spokesperson
Bashir Khan, the President of the Ahmadiyya movement within Islam. Founded in 1889 by Monday, June 4 including the finals. for Auckland Indian Sports Club told The
Muslim Community in New Zealand said. Hadhrat Mirza Ghulam Ahmad (1835-1908) The event is supported by local communities, Indian Weekender.
“Ramadan is so much more than merely in Punjab, India, the Ahmadiyya Muslim sports clubs and Hockey New Zealand. This year the Wellington team will be the
abstaining from having food and water for Community spans over 210 countries with The tournament aims to keep the momentum defending the title from their feat in 2017.
a few hours. Throughout this month, the membership exceeding tens of millions. of the national game of India high in New The organisers of the tournament have
Holy Prophet Muhammad (May Peace be
Its motto of ‘Love for all and hatred for Zealand and involve the young and older invited communities from across the city to
upon him) was constantly involved in acts of
none’ is evidenced through the peaceful generations of Kiwi-Indians in the sport. come and witness the spectacular event during
charity, be it by giving alms or by performing
actions of its millions of followers. The tournament over the years has grown the three-day holiday.
Small Business Roadshows launched trusts, companies, local authorities and other
corporates and public sector entities. It creates
a transactional environment where there can
be greater certainty of identity, more reliable
Stuart Nash
information, less duplication and much-needed
Minister for Police and Small Business efficiencies.
S
Businesses will be able to see supply
mall Business Minister Stuart Nash chains, build trusted networks, find and assess
has launched the 2018 series of Small providers, improve customer service and a
Business Roadshows at a function on the
whole lot more. Used to its full potential,
Wellington waterfront on Tuesday, May 29.
the NZBN is not just a number, but is a
The roadshows will travel around the country
business asset.
and bring together the private sector with
The Wellington event is first of twelve across
representatives from government agencies to
the country between May and August, known
explain what they do and how they can help
as the Taking Care of Business roadshows.
small businesses.
They bring together the private sector with
This Government is working to give every
representatives from government agencies to
small business in New Zealand the tools and the
explain what they do and how they can help
confidence to meet their potential, and realise
small businesses.
their goals as a business.
As well as playing a regulatory role the
Support for the e-invoicing framework in
economic benefits through faster payments Government offers a range of services to help
Budget 2018 is just one example. E-invoicing This Government is and reduced transaction costs. It can deliver businesses be successful. We want to help
will enable significant modernisation of the
way we do business, which is a priority for
working to give every significant productivity improvements and owners and operators tap into these resources,”
savings from fewer invoicing errors and less Mr Nash says.
this portfolio. small business in
time spent resolving errors. Incorrect or lost • Levin, 30 May
New operating funding announced in Budget New Zealand the tools invoices contribute to about 40 per cent of all • Rotorua, 5 June
2018 will support the e-invoicing project within
and the confidence to invoices being overdue. • Taupo, 6 June
MBIE, driving its implementation across
The framework for e-invoicing relies • Napier, 7 June
the Government and business sectors. The meet their potential, on the New Zealand Business Number • Matamata, 21 August
initiative will receive $5.83 million over the
and realise their goals (NZBN) administered by MBIE. The NZBN • Auckland (East), 22 August
next two years and $1.27 million in 2017/18.
is a unique 13-digit identifier which enables • Auckland (Pasifika) 23 August
The Prime Ministers of New Zealand and as a business... e-invoicing and simplifies other transactions • Queenstown, 27 August
Australia agreed in March to advance work
and connections. More than 650,000 businesses • Dunedin, 29 August
on common approaches to e-invoicing as part
already have the NZBN. We are working with • Christchurch, 30 August
of the trans-Tasman Single Economic Market
Australian colleagues to mutually recognise the • Westport, 31 August
Agenda. The funding announced today confirms
E-invoicing is the ability to exchange NZBN and the Australian Business Number to For further detail and to register, visit: www.
we are on track to fundamentally change the
information between the online accounting make it easier to do business across the Tasman. business.govt.nz/news/2018-small-business-
way government-to-business and business-to-
software of a supplier and a buyer. It creates The NZBN is for all sole traders, partnerships, roadshows/
business connections are made.
The Indian Weekender Friday, June 1, 2018 FIJI 15
Fiji women
INDIAN MINISTER ON SHORT PACIFIC TOUR encouraged to
I
ndia’s Minister of State for Health and Family
Welfare, Ashwini Kumar Choubey, is in the
Pacific on a short visit. speak up after
The High Commission of India in Suva
welcomed Mr Choubey on Monday, 28 May.
Mr Choubey then paid a courtesy call on
UN abuse
Speaker of the Parliament Dr Jiko Luveni and they
allegations
T
exchanged gifts and held discussions on Fiji-Indo
h e
bilateral relations.
head of
They discussed the proposal of strengthening the
Fiji's
parliamentary library in Fiji and ways and means
Women's Crisis
to strengthen parliament, as an institution, in
Centre says
both countries.
allegations
Mr Choubey was then given a tour of the
of sexual
Parliament of Fiji.
misconduct
The Minister of State then met his Fijian
at a United
counterpart, Rosy Akbar, Minister for Health and
Nations agency are a sign that
Medical Services. India’s Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Ashwini Kumar Choubey (middle), with the High
Commissioner of India Vishvas Sapkal and Mrs Sapkal. Photos: High Commission of India all organisations should be open
The two ministers shared views on the medical
to scrutiny.
sector of both their countries. establishing super specialty hospitals in Fiji. of yoga in this country.
The UN's World Food Programme
In the meeting, Mr Choubey apprised Ms Akbar Mr Choubey suggested that a comprehensive Mr Choubey, who is in the Pacific for a week,
is formally investigating the
about Ayushman Bharat (medical insurance for strategy to combat NCD diseases was required and flew to Tuvalu on Tuesday, 29 May, to strengthen
allegations against two senior male
millions of Indians) and other schemes of the such a strategy include the promotion of ayurveda, bilateral relations between India and Tuvalu and
staff after complaints by three
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in India. yunani and homeopathy in addition to allopathy. other Pacific Islands countries under the High
women employees at the Suva office.
They discussed the possibility of helping Fiji in The Minister of State highlighted the importance Commission of India’s jurisdiction.
The centre's Shamima Ali said the
Royal New Zealand Navy patrol vessel HMNZS

accused men have been suspended
and asked to leave Fiji.
Taupo arrives in Fiji

She said the claims have not been
reported to police but she felt they
Royal New Zealand Navy patrol vessel HMNZS Taupo
should be heard in court rather than
T
swept under the carpet.
he Royal New Zealand Navy Industries will support at-sea
"I think it's quite disgusting and
patrol vessel HMNZS Taupo boarding and inspections of the
it should be of concern to all of us.
arrived in Fiji to conduct fishing vessels.
And you know the good thing about
combined maritime patrols with the Meanwhile New Zealand
it is at least it has come out and there
Fiji Navy over the next 3 months. Commander Joint Forces, Major
has been some ownership of it. But I
Commanding Officer of HMNZS General Tim Gall says that the
think the fact that it happened within
Taupo, Lieutenant Benjamin Flight combined maritime surveillance
organisations that are out here to
who was also onboard the HMNZS patrols with Fiji would also
help the vulnerable, it is a lot more
Hawea last year, hopes that this contribute to region-wide efforts to
shocking," Shamima Ali said.
year they will be able to be of great promote sustainable fishing.
Shamima Ali said she hoped
help in terms of border security and Minister for Fisheries, Semi
Fijian women would be encouraged
maritime security patrol. Koroilevesau says the Fijian
to speak out against workplace
Flight says that this year they will government has demonstrated a
harassment and be part of the global
also work with the Fiji Revenue and strong commitment to strengthening
trend to expose unsafe working
Customs Service and the Ministry of the management of our resources for as well as personnel from the Fiji that the New Zealand Defence Force
environments.
Fisheries during their patrols. the benefit of the people if Fiji. Revenue and Customs Service and is helping Fiji patrol its Exclusive
A spokeswoman for the UN agency
Two Fisheries Officers from The HMNZS Taupo will also carry the Ministry of Fisheries. Economic Zone of over 1.1 million
said a statement on the complaints
New Zealand’s Ministry of Primary out training for the Fiji Navy sailors This is the second consecutive year square kilometres.
was being prepared.
FIJI KEEN FOR MORE SEASONAL Parliament: Fiji is in top 15

climate vulnerable countries
WORK OPPORTUNITIES IN NZ F iji is one of fifteen of the
world’s most vulnerable
countries terms of exposure to
and Fiji not far behind, the minister
said Fiji’s main risks came from
cyclones, storm surges, flooding
Fiji's government is considering a survey to gauge how its people benefit from
changing weather patterns. and the potential impacts of climate
seasonal work opportunities in New Zealand This formed the basis of a project change.
M
ore than 200 Fijians have funded by the European Union “In Fiji the impacts are particularly
been working in New and implemented by the Food and on the agricultural sector. Very
Zealand's horticulture Agriculture Organisation in Fiji’s important for obvious reasons not
and viticulture sectors as part of Agricultural sector to the tune of over only for food security but also
the Recognised Seasonal Employer FJD $7m. Speaking in parliament this for how it affects households and
(RSE) scheme. morning, Minister for Agriculture, of course the agricultural sectors
The Minister of Employment Rural and Maritime Development, contribution to the economy,” he
Opportunities, Jone Usamate, had NDMO and Meteorological Services, said. Signed on April 13 at the
discussions about the scheme during Inia Seruiratu said the project had FAO Regional Conference for Asia
a visit to New Zealand in February. two main themes; and the Pacific in Fiji in Nadi, the
He said most of Fiji's participants • Improve climate risk ID and agreement is entitled ‘Strengthening
were from rural areas and they management climate resilience of communities
appeared to be capitalising on Recognised Seasonal Employers scheme workers from Fiji taken a short break from
• Climate Smart & Climate for food and nutrition security’
picking pears in a Twyford orchard owned by RJ Flowers.
the opportunity. Sensitive Agriculture and will involve the Ministry of
"We have some anecdotal RSE programme." cost of transportation, the cost of Mr Seruiratu was responding to Agriculture and the Ministry of
examples of people really using the Asked whether his government accommodation – I think those are a request from another member of Rural Development, particularly the
money well. was concerned about the level the major ones– and also the cost of parliament, Howard Politini who National Disaster Management
"Some have built homes, some of pay deductions some Pacific remittance. So those are three issues asked for detailed explanation "In Office.
have bought machinery, some have seasonal workers in New Zealand that we've been discussing with the of the project. Fiji the impacts The project is also
started farms, small businesses. were facing, Mr Usamate said the New Zealand government," he said. Citing what he are particularly on the being implement
"So we have anecdotal examples government's objective was always Mr Usamate said Fiji was keen said was a United agricultural sector. Very in other Pacific
of people really doing well with to ensure workers saved as much to have more Fijians working in Nations Risk Report important for obvious reasons r e g i o n a l
the money. as possible. the RSE scheme, but that depended published in 2014 not only for food security but also countries, the
"But I think we will be looking "Which means that we'd like on whether New Zealand would which puts Vanuatu for how it affects households and minister told
at a full survey so we can gauge the to see how well they can reduce raise the cap on overall RSE at the top of 15 of course the agricultural sectors Parliament.
benefits from participation in the the deduction which includes the worker numbers. vulnerable countries contribution to the economy"
Telangana State Formation Day – June 2
TELANGANA:
THE STRUGGLE AND ITS HISTORY
F
ormed in June 2014, Telangana Telangana state in 1997 and followed Andhra and Rayalaseema regions.
is the 29th and the youngest state the promise of ‘One Vote Two States’ in Meanwhile, with the Centre backing
of India. Telangana turns four on the subsequent year elections. out on the issue, 17 students launched a
June 2, 2018, and the state government However, K Chandrasekhar Rao’s fast-unto-death in front of the Osmania
is busy with the preparations for making launch of the Telangana Rashtra University campus, Hyderabad. Student
the Formation Day a memorable event. Samithi (TRS) in 2001 intensified activists continued their protests along
The Telangana struggle began in the push for Telangana movement. with political leaders, and the struggle
the year 1955 when Hyderabad was Telangana movement ideologue the continued in Hyderabad and other
recommended to retain as a separate late Professor Jayashanker hugely districts of Telangana. The movement
state, but the States Reorganisation supported Chandrashekar Rao and claimed hundreds of lives in suicides, Professor Jayashankar
Commission (SRC) moved past the guided the movement initially. strikes and disturbances to public life.
suggestion. Karimnagar which emerged to be Following the continuing agitations,
Telangana leaders went on to accuse the centre stage for the Telangana the Congress Working Committee
the people of Andhra of colonising the agitations had KCR contest as an MP unanimously passed a resolution on 30
region by grabbing their lands and jobs. from the district in 2004. Even in 2009, July 2013 to recommend the formation
In 1956, Telangana merged with Andhra Karimnagar was the main stage for the of a separate Telangana state, and the
on November 1 to form a united state Telangana statehood movement with cabinet approved the bill in December
for the Telugu-speaking population the TRS President deciding to take up 2013.
called Andhra Pradesh. a fast-unto-death protest demanding After various stages, the bill was
In 1969, a separate Telangana Telangana. passed by the Parliament of India in
agitation arose where social groups, However, KCR who was on his way February 2014 paving the way for the
students and government employees to launch the fast was arrested by the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh and
took part in the protests against the police in Siddipet town, and that led to creation of Telangana State with ten
government. The stir led to the tragic mass protests with several youngsters districts from north-western AP. On
loss of 369 students who were killed committing suicide for the cause. March 1, 2014, the President gave the
when the police opened fire. Mr Rao continued his fast-unto-death consent and published in the Gazette.
Following the agitations, then Prime while in a hospital, and subsequently, Telangana was officially formed on
Minister Indira Gandhi formulated the Union Government announced the June 2, 2014, with K Chandrashekar
a six-point agenda that focused formation of separate Telangana State Rao elected as the first chief minister of
on preferential treatment to local on December 9, 2009. But the Centre the state with TRS securing a majority
candidates in employment as well as backtracked on the statehood issue of the votes in the elections.
accelerated development of backward on December 23, 2009, after violent Hyderabad was accorded as the joint
regions in the state. protests occurred immediately after the capital of both Telangana and Andhra
BJP came in support for separate announcement by people in the coastal Pradesh for a period of 10 years. Kalvakuntla Chandrashekar Rao
Telangana Association of
New Zealand formation
and activities
D
uring the Telangana movement, New Zealand
Telanganites hugely supported the separate
statehood cause by sending solidarity messages to
the leaders of Telangana. Once Telangana was announced,
and the bill was passed, jubilant Telanganites of New
Zealand celebrated, and the community was open for a
public event by conducting ‘Telangana Sambaralu’ on
March 9, 2014.
Later on October 2, 2015, on Gandhi Jayanthi, Telangana
Association of New Zealand was officially registered.
Since then, TANZ is conducting public events to preserve
and encourage culture, heritage, customs and festivals
of Telangana.
On October 9, 2016, TANZ invited the first female
Member of Parliament from Telangana, Smt Kalvakuntla
Kavitha and celebrated the remarkable event “Bathukamma
Sambaram” (floral festival).
It was one of the most memorable events attend by NZ
Members of Parliament, other community leaders and more
than 2000 people participated in the event.
Since the inception of TANZ, the executive committee
and advisory committee members have been maintaining
an excellent relationship with Indian diaspora and other
community organisations.
The New Zealand Indian Central Association (NZICA), TANZ committed to doing following Telangana state festivals and other events in every calendar year:
the oldest Indian organisation in New Zealand granted a 1. Vanabojanalu 7. Ganesh Chaturthi
probationary membership to TANZ at its 92nd anniversary, 2. Holi 8. Bathukamma and Dusherra Sambaralu (state festival)
and Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in May 2018. 3. Ugadi Samburam 9. Christmas and New Year Celebration.
TANZ is also actively involved with the events conducted by 4. Telangana State Formation Day Apart from above TANZ also participates in Migrant
the Indian High Commission and New Zealand government. 5. Ramadan Iftar & Eid Community Cricket Tournament, conducts Blood Donation
6. Bonalu (state festival) drives, health and student informative sessions.
Telangana State Formation Day – June 2

TANZ founding & present committee members: Advisory Committee We recognise the former members of TANZ for
1. Kalyan Rao Kasuganti (President) 6. Vijetha Rao Yachamaneni (Joint 1. Narender Reddy Patlolla providing their services to the organisation:
2. Surender Reddy Adavalli (General Secretary) 2. Jagan Reddy Vodnala 1. Dayakar Bachu 7. Diwakar Surimilla
Secretary) 7. Laxman Kalakuntla (EC member) 3. Rama Rao Rachakonda 2. Dayanand Katkam 8. Naveen Reddy Mannem.
3. Rammohan Danthala (Vice- 8. Prasanna Kumar (EC member) 4. Srinivas Panuganti 3. Srisutha Nampally Also thank our regular event
president) 9. Ram Reddy Thatiparti (EC 5. Narsimha Rao Puppala 4. Mallikarjun Reddy Baddam sponsors, life members, annual
4. Uma Ramarao Rachakonda (Vice- member) 6. Pavan Kumar Charukonda 5. Muralidhar Rangu members and volunteers.
president) 10. Srihari Rao Banda (EC member)
5. Vinod Rao Errabelly (Treasurer) 11. Narsing Rao Patlori (EC member) 6. Abhimanyu Reddy Mamidi
Brand
A
Telangana
n excellent opportunity has arisen for us NRIs in New
Zealand to help Telangana people!
Many traditional artists like handloom weavers,
craft makers from the region of state Telangana live in a hand
to mouth situation.
Their age-old skills and art are slowly dying due to lack of
a proper market.
Brand Telangana is a not for profit organisation that is
sourcing these small manufacturers, by buying their products
and minimally marketing them (mostly word of mouth at this
stage) in New Zealand. The products are sold at cost price with
only freight charges as add-ons.
The primary purpose of Brand Telangana is to give an
opportunity for access to the NRIs to traditional produce while
helping the producers to benefit directly.
As the product is made available at the cost price, both the
consumer and producer benefit. This is a win-win situation.
We appeal to all the NRIs living in New Zealand to help our
local Telangana people so that their standard of living can be
improved and also preserve our traditional art, at the same time.
Join us in supporting Telanganites and improve their Sunitha Vijay
livelihood.
Brand Telangana for BANGARU TELANGANA. countries with the help of Telanganites living there locally.
Sunitha Vijay is the lead founder of Brand Telangana and is Sunitha Vijay is also thankful to Telangana Association of
actively promoting its social media page by encouraging all New Zealand for helping and promoting Brand Telangana by
the NRIs to buy Telangana manufactured products. She is very providing numerous platforms in NZ.
optimistic and happy with the support from all communities so Other prominent women like Sridevi Krishna Pusarla,
far and also plans to donate a Jacquard unit to a weaver family Varsha Reddy Patllola, Sheetal Allam, Laxmi Kasuganti,
to support their livelihood. makers of Telangana and New Zealand retailers. Vijetha Rao, Swetha Patlori have taken a pledge to support by
Currently, Brand Telangana is promoting Hyderabadi lac Most of the Telangana Rashtra Samithi New Zealand (TRS buying, showcasing and by promoting by performing for the
bangles, the plan going forward is also to facilitate and create a NZ) committee members are volunteering for this great products of Telangana.
commercially viable market for these products for the garment initiative. We are also planning to spread this initiative to other Jai Telangana
Telangana Rashtra Samithi – TRS

T
elangana’s statehood struggle is Some of the key works and achievements
one of the most protracted peoples’ under the leadership of KCR:
movements in the world. The six- Mission Bhageeratha- Safe drinking water
decade fight, which began in the early 1950s, to households
and reached its goal in February 2014. Mission Kakatiya- Tank repairs
Kalvakuntla Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR) KCR Kit- For mothers who get his after
launched the Telangana Rashtra Samithi Party delivering a baby
in 2001. Kalyana Laxmi- Hundred thousand rupees
Prof Jayashankar, the ideologue of statehood for the marriage of girls, and to discourage
movement, extended his support to the KCR. female infanticide
On Nov 29, 2009, the KCR announced an Rythu Bandhu- 8,000 INR per annum per
indefinite hunger strike demanding statehood acre to farmers as a free investment
to Telangana. Kaleshwaram Project- Biggest
After ten days of fast, the Central Govt underground water dam project
announced the formation of Telangana and No.1 State in delivering poll
rollbacked its decision within two weeks and Sirigiri, Sunitha Vijay, Sushanthi Arun TRS lead promises- Most of the other
after four years of protests finally in 2014 Prakash, Sujith Singh, Kiran Kumar Pokala, government states have come to study
statehood was announced. On June 2, 2014, Rammohan Danthala, Mohan Reddy Beerapu, help needed. these schemes, and many have
the first government was formed under the Mallikarjun Reddy Baddam, Panuganti A l s o introduced successfully. KCR
able leadership of Sri K Chandrashekhar Rao. Srinivas,Narsinga Rao Puppala, Arun Rao, pursuing garu is also planning to announce
TRS New Zealand Branch was launched Srihari Banda, Arun Prakash Reddy, Ashthosh with local the formation of a Federal Front
in 2016 by Member of Parliament Smt. Reddy Vodnala, Rajeshwari Kondagari, Varun New Zealand with one of its kind Federal
Kalvakuntla Kavitha garu and appointed Rao Mechineni. companies any Agenda to spread development
Vijaya Bhaskar Reddy Kosna as president. Since formation of TRS NZ is actively available options aspect of Telangana to entire India.
Currently TRS New Zealand has the following spreading the developmental activities taken of investing in Telangana The TRS NZ president Vijay Kosna has
team Kalyan Rao Kasuganti, Narsinga Rao up by local Telangana State Government region to create more jobs. NRI already visited Telangana several times in the
Enaganti, Jagan Reddy Vodnala, Rama Rao providing necessary feedback and suggestions TRS has more than 20 branches opened up in last few years and believes that the people of
Rachakonda, Narender Reddy Patlolla, related to NRIs and student affairs. various countries with the help of NRI TRS Telangana are pleased with TRS’ work and
Abhilash Rao Yachamaneni, Indra Shekar Helping the NRI Telanganities where ever coordinator Mahesh Bigala. will vote TRS back into power.
Thought of the week
"Kindness is of ten mistaken for weakness,
when in fact it is the opposite. Kindness
comes from the wells of strength, confidence
and humilit y."
- Jordan F. Ricks
Editorial
Auckland Weather forecast for the week
Post study June 1 – June 7, 2018
work visas and Fri Sat Sun Mon Tues Wed Thu
pathways to Mostly A passing Nice with Sunshine Mostly Variable Cloudy
residence: The
sunny morning partial and nice cloudy clouds with and sun
and nice shower sunshine shower
26° 24° 24° 24° 25° 23° 23°
myth continues 18° 18° 18° 18° 16° 16° 17°
P
robably one of the most wretched myths in recent times related to immigration in New This week in New Zealand’s history
Zealand is about post-study work visas being pathways to residence.
The myth depicts that the post-study work visas, issued to international students after 1 June 1960
completion of their studies are in some way “backdoor pathway to residence,” – a pathway that New Zealand's first official TV broadcast
is in some way illegitimate and not right for New Zealand.
However what is conveniently ignored or brushed aside is the fact that this myth is being
propelled and perpetuated by Immigration New Zealand (INZ), and the successive Immigration
B roadcast from Shortland St in central Auckland, New Zealand’s first official television
transmission began at 7.30 p.m. The first night’s broadcast lasted just three hours and was
only available to viewers in Auckland. I
Ministers continue to buy-in this myth without much probing.
Earlier, it was Michael Woodhouse, Immigration Minister under the previous National 2 June 1917
government, who started becoming vocal in the lead up to elections, rejecting suggestions that New Zealand steamer captured by the Wolf
T
INZ was propelling such myths and confusions, thus bringing disrepute to international students. he Wairuna, a steamer en route from Auckland to San Francisco, was captured by the
Immediately after elections, the new Immigration Minister in the Labour government, Iain German raider SMS Wolf and later sunk near the Kermadec Islands. The crew of 42 was
Lees-Galloway, became the strongest backer of INZ stating that he is committed to stopping the taken prisoner.
backdoor pathways to immigration.
Regrettably, neither of the governments, which are supposed to be representatives of the public 3 June 1941
representative, has been able to tame the sense of entitlement that develops automatically within
the bureaucracies, which is, in this case, the department of immigration. First women enter police training
Neither of the governments in recent times has been able to provide effective oversight on the
INZ.
C alls for policewomen had been expressed since the 1930s when the National Council of
Women started lobbying for approval for women officers. Their efforts were rewarded when
10 women from various parts of New Zealand were recruited in June 1941 – a time of workforce
On the one hand, the INZ is progressively taking away avenues of investigation from decisions
pressures due to the Second World War.
perceived to be taken arbitrarily and unfairly. On the other hand, it continues to perpetuate the
myth around post-study work visa being pathways to residence in this country.
Every time an international student completes education and gets post-study work visa, a visa
5 June 1847
approval letter is sent to them from INZ informing about visa-entitlements and travel conditions. Auckland Savings Bank opens for business
In this letter, it is clearly mentioned that the post-study work visa is a pathway to residence.
A letter obtained by the Indian Weekender, sent out to an applicant as late as April 10, 2018,
states, “In the future, you may want to apply for residence under the Skilled-Migrant Category.
T he New Zealand Banking Company, Auckland’s first bank, had been wound up two years
earlier.
The Post Study work visas are another step towards this.” 7 June 1976
The Indian Weekender had repeatedly questioned the basis and validity of this myth which McDonald's arrives in New Zealand
is so conveniently perpetuated in public debate around immigration that students from India The golden arches appeared for the first time in New Zealand at Cobham Court, Porirua.
are most likely to exploit this pathway to residence, which is now conveniently portrayed as Big Macs were priced at 75 cents (equivalent to about $6 today), cheeseburgers 40 cents and
“backdoor.” hamburgers 30 cents.
The Indian Weekender raised a concern, voiced previously many times since the new Labour-
led government was formed last year that the briefing that the Minister is receiving might be Indian Weekender : Volume 10 Issue 11
biased against Indian applicants suggesting that the Indian students are the biggest lot that
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PARLIAMENT SET TO TURN OVER A NEW

LEAF, GO GREEN
Two e-rickshaws will soon be matched with a number of
bicycles, as MPs will be encouraged to shun their petrol or
diesel vehicles for use within the Parliament complex.
W
hen Lok Sabha Speaker currently produce around 120 KW
Sumitra Mahajan braved of solar power. This capacity will be
the Capital’s scorching increased in the coming years,” said
heat on Tuesday to ride an e-rickshaw, AK Singh, additional secretary in the
she was only reflecting the changes Lok Sabha. "This
sweeping through the Parliament. Israel’s Knesset building is a very
The 95-year-old functioning is regarded as the greenest good step. It sends
monument, fondly described by its Parliament in the a message to the entire
members as the temple of democracy, world. Three years ago, community and also to the
world that India is seriously
is undergoing a rapid transformation the building set up a
thinking about bringing
into a greener avatar of itself. The two 4,560-square-metre rooftop
down its carbon
e-rickshaws, donated by the railway solar field to generate 450
footprint."
ministry, the first such vehicles inside KW of clean power. The
the Parliament complex, will soon be German Bundestag, which has its
matched with a number of bicycles, seat in the historic Reichstag building Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan rides an e-rickshaw in the Parliament complex
as MPs will be encouraged to shun in Berlin, comes a close second.
their petrol or diesel vehicles for use “This is a very good step. It sends be economical as the cost of solar paper annually as a thousand trees fetch the desired results. When
within the Parliament complex, said a message to the entire community energy is going down,” said Rajneesh could produce. Now, Bulletin Part- the Arvind Kejriwal government
officials familiar with the matter. and also to the world that India is Sareen, program director of Centre II has been discontinued completely, announced its second version of the
Mahajan has also been using a seriously thinking about bringing for Science and Environment’s replies to unstarred Questions or odd-even road rationing scheme in
hybrid car. And the extension of the down its carbon footprint. We have sustainable building and habitat written replies to MPs are only 2016, a battery-operated bus was
Parliament’s annexe building has also committed to the world through programme. uploaded on the website, reports, gifted to the Lok Sabha to ferry MPs
solar panels to light up the some parts our Intended Nationally Determined The Indian Parliament still uses including those of CAG, in the House from their houses. But the bus was
of the complex. Contribution (INDC) to increase a lot of paper, but not as much as it have been reduced by 60%,” said a not found fit to ply on narrow lanes
“Our annual demand for the our renewable energy consumption. used to. “According to one estimate, senior official in the Speaker’s office. and therefore, couldn’t pick up a
entire complex is about 12 MW. We Secondly, this would also prove to the Parliament used to print as much Some efforts, however, didn’t large number of MPs.
Strategic Indian Ocean port features in India, India changed from 'Fragile Five'
Indonesia maritime cooperation plan to 'Bright Spot' in 4 years: Jaitley
I H
ndonesia and India pledged to ailing NDA government's
step up defence and maritime policies on its fourth
cooperation, with plans to anniversary, BJP leader and
develop a strategic Indonesian naval Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on
port in the Indian Ocean, the leaders Saturday said India had transformed
of the two countries said after from being a part of the "fragile five"
meeting in Jakarta. to the "bright spot" on the global
Indonesian President Joko Widodo economic scene under this regime
met Indian Prime Minister Narendra and had established 'scam-free
Modi to discuss, among other issues, governance'.
developing infrastructure and an "The preceding 10 years of the UPA
economic zone at Sabang, on the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Indonesian President Joko Widodo at
rule had unquestionably witnessed
tip of Sumatra island and at the the inauguration of the India-Indonesia Kite Exhibition, in Jakarta
the most corrupt government since compliance are all steps against black
mouth of the Malacca Strait, one Independence," said Jaitely in a money, steps which are formalising
of the busiest shipping channels for and progress in the Indo-Pacific While not a claimant, Indonesia Facebook post even while recovering the Indian economy. The Insolvency
global trade. region and beyond,” Modi said in a has clashed with Beijing over fishing from a kidney transplant in AIIMS, and Bankruptcy Code has changed
“India is a strategic defence statement read in Hindi. rights around the Natuna Islands and where he was shifted out of the ICU. the lender-creditor relationship. The
partner...and we will continue Modi this year invited the leaders expanded its military presence there. He added that Prime Minister creditors no longer have to chase
to advance our cooperation in of all ten ASEAN nations to attend It has also renamed the northern Narendra Modi had created the debtors. If you cannot pay your
developing infrastructure, including New Delhi’s Republic Day parade, reaches of its exclusive economic "transparent systems through creditors, you have to exit through a
at Sabang Island and the Andaman the biggest such gathering of foreign zone, to reassert its sovereignty. legislative and institutional changes, statutory mechanism."
Islands,” Widodo told a news leaders at the annual event. Modi, who is making his first trip which have given this country a Taking a dig at the UPA
conference after the meeting at the There has been tension in to Indonesia, is also set to visit the scam-free governance." government, he said: "During the
presidential palace. Analysts say the Southeast Asia over the disputed Istiqlal mosque in the capital of the Jaitley said that to clean up the UPA government, India had fallen
move comes amid concerns over South China Sea, a busy waterway world’s biggest Muslim-majority economy, India had to transform off the global radar. In its initial
China’s rising maritime influence claimed in most part by China. country. The Indian leader flies from a tax non-compliant society to years when the world economy was
in the region, and is part of Modi’s Brunei, Malaysia, the Philippines, to Malaysia on Thursday to meet a tax-compliant society. booming, India grew on the strength
“Act East” policy of developing Taiwan and Vietnam also have recently elected Prime Minister "The enactment and of global tailwinds. When the global
stronger ties with the Association of conflicting claims in the area, Mahathir Mohamad before heading implementation of the Goods situation became challenging, the
Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). through which about $3 trillion to neighbouring Singapore to and Services Tax, the impact of UPA's decisiveness and performance
“The India-ASEAN partnership worth of sea-borne goods passes address a regional security forum, demonetisation, effective tax collapsed."
can be a force to guarantee peace every year. the Shangri-La Dialogue.
Iran and Russia sanctions, trade to make for touchy US-India talks
S
anctions and stents will be among the of the Triumf S-400 missile defence system export subsidies.India will also worry about
sources of contention at the coming from Russia later this year. the US review of its textile export privileges
India-US 2 + 2 strategic and economic CAATSA gives exemptions for non- under the general system of preferences
dialogue in Washington in the first week of significant purchases and if Russia’s (GSP) programme. The US will note India’s
July. At the top of the list will be the US’s “behaviour” is shown to change. However, US own actions against medical devices and other
sweeping Countering America’s Adversaries defence industry sources say sanctions could exports are the reason for the review. Both
Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) that kick in for purchases as low as $15 million. Indian and US officials admitted that with the
imposes sanctions on countries which trade The US is expected to point a finger at sanctions issue coming out during an election
with Russia and Iran. India’s applied tariffs, which are nearly four year, a solution will be more difficult to reach.
External affairs minister Sushma Swaraj times those of the US, the arbitrariness of However, New Delhi believes the US has
said on Monday that India will only abide by India’s price controls on medical device gone too far with CAATSA. It is being driven
sanctions by the United Nations. A defiant manufacturers, its new data localisation by the US Congress and even President External affairs minister Sushma Swaraj said on Monday
that India will only abide by sanctions by the United
New Delhi also plans to announce its purchase policies and the WTO incompatibility of Indian Donald Trump has expressed disapproval. Nations
20 INDIA Friday, June 1, 2018 The Indian Weekender
SANGEETA BAHL, 53, BECOMES OLDEST NEWS in BRIEF

At least 10 species in the Ganga face
INDIAN WOMAN TO SCALE MOUNT EVEREST extinction: Ministry reports
W hile the dolphin

is listed as an
endangered species according
to the International Union
for Conservation of Nature
(IUCN ) Red list, the Gharial Dolphin at Ganga in Rajmahal,
is critically endangered in the Jharkhand
same list. At least 10 species,
including the Ganges river dolphin and the gharial, found in
Ganga for centuries, are on the verge of extinction, according
to new report released by the ministry of water resources last
week. While the dolphin is listed as an endangered species
according to the International Union for Conservation of
Nature (IUCN ) Red list, the Gharial is critically endangered
in the same list. The other species include birds such as
the black bellied tern and Indian skimmer; turtles such as
Gurugram resident, Sangeeta Bahl, at the age of 53 became the oldest Indian woman to scale the world’s highest mountain, the 8,848 m-Mount the northern river terrapin, three stripped roofed turtle, red
Everest located in Nepal crowned roofed turtle; and the golden mahaseer fish. The
sarus crane, the mugger crocodile and the snow trout have
Bahl’s mission also had a message: she carried a banner to the peak advocating early been put in the vulnerable list.
detection of breast cancer in women, and funding for the same
S
Telangana approves Rs 5 lakh insurance
angeeta Bahl, a 53-year-old former six out of the seven highest peaks of the and funding for the same. This was her
model and entrepreneur from world. She broke the record of Premlata second attempt to scale the mountain. cover to farmers
Jammu and Kashmir, has become
the oldest Indian woman to conquer Mount
Everest.
Agarwal, 48, who scaled Everest on May
20, 2011. The couple had pledged to scale
seven summits in seven continents, which
She abandoned the first expedition after
suffering from high-altitude sickness.
Her husband scaled Mt Everest two
T he Telangana government on Sunday decided to provide
insurance cover of Rs 5 lakh to farmers in the state. The
state cabinet, in a meeting presided by Chief Minister K.
Bahl, who currently resides in they clinched, some of them together. years ago to the date, on May 19, 2016. Chandrasekhar Rao, approved the scheme of life insurance
Gurugram, was felicitated on Sunday at “I just returned to Kathmandu after my According to officials, six dozen to farmers through Life Insurance Corporation of India. The
the Indian embassy in Kathmandu. She epic climb to Mount Everest,” she wrote Indian nationals have scaled Mt Everest government will pay premium amount of Rs 2,271 per farmer
scaled the peak on May 19 with the help on Facebook. “Wish to thank each one of this year, becoming the second nation of per year and in case of the insured farmer's accidental or
of two Sherpas. Her husband Ankur Bahl, you who have supported me through your mountaineers to do so after climbers from natural death, the nominee will be paid Rs 5 lakh. All farmers
who climbed Mt Everest in 2016, was prayers, wishes and constant goodwill.” the US. between the ages group of 18 to 60 years will be eligible
also welcomed at the Indian embassy in Bahl’s mission also had a message: she Shivangi Pathak, 16, from Haryana for the scheme. According to an official statement, the total
Kathmandu. carried a banner to the peak advocating became India’s youngest woman to climb budgetary provision for this scheme will be Rs 1,000 crore.
Sangeeta Bahl has already conquered early detection of breast cancer in women, the Everest from Nepali side. Premium for all will be paid by August 1 every year.
‘Tarini’ women now eye solo sailing

The scheme will be formally announced on June 2, the state
formation day while it will be formally launched on August
15 by Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao.
A
fter successfully spending 194 Golden chapter in India, Bangladesh ties
days at sea and becoming the now: Modi
first all-women naval crew to
have circumnavigated the globe, the six-
member crew of the Indian Navy›s sailing
I ndia and Bangladesh have scripted the golden chapter of
their relations over the past few years, Prime Minister
Narendra Modi said.
vessel Tarini are now looking forward to "We
"During the past few years, we have seen the golden chapter
solo sails. did miss our
of the relations between India and Bangladesh.
Last week, naval officers Lt. families but we
The Land Boundary Agreement, resolution of the sea
Commander Vartika Joshi, Lt. had made a family of
border dispute..... complex bilateral issues, which seemed
Commander Pratibha Jamwal, Lt. six members in the boat. impossible even some time back, have been solved now. In
Commander Swathi Patarpalli, We cooked, did stitching, roads, rail, waterways, coastal shipping, we are moving fast
Lt. Aishwarya Bodapatti, Lt. S.H. even baked cakes and winds which rose journey. in the areas of connectivity.
Vijaya Devi and Lt. Payal Gupta celebrated birthdays close to 120km per “We did miss our families but we had "The roads of connectivity, closed since 1965, are being
were presented with the Nari Shakti inside the boat." hour and the waves were made a family of six members in the boat. opened again. New areas of connectivity are also being
Puraskar 2017 by Union Minister for as high as 89 metres. It took We cooked, did stitching, even baked developed," Modi said after inaugurating the Bangladesh
Women and Child Development Maneka us almost 90 hours to get out of cakes and celebrated birthdays inside the Bhawan here, along with his Bangladesh counterpart Sheikh
Gandhi. the zone,” Commander Jamwal said. boat,” Bodapatti noted. Hasina. He also referred to the start of the Kolkata-Khulna AC
Sharing their future plans, the women Another trouble the team faced was that Starting their journey on September train service, called Bandhan Express.
officers said that they were planning to go when they were hardly 2000 miles short of 10, 2017, the team landed in Goa on May The Prime Minister said Bangladesh was now getting 600
for solo circumnavigation and also talked India, they had to take a detour and sailed 21 who were received by Union Defence megawatt (MW) of electricity from India, and the target was
on the difficulties faced by them during the boat to the nearest port, Port Louis in Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Navy chief to raise it to 1,100 MW. He said in the northeastern states, an
their journey. Mauritius. However, not just the hurdles Admiral Sunil Lanba and other top naval internet connection was coming through Bangladesh, while
“The most difficult stretch was probably that they had to face, the members also had officers. On Wednesday, the team also met India has made available $8 billion letter of credit to the
the south Pacific ocean where we faced good moments during the course of their Prime Minister Narendra Modi. neighbouring country for carrying out development work.
India steps up hunt for origin of mysterious brain-damaging virus

I
ndia began a fresh round of tests areas, Mohandas said. on the weekend, hospital said.
to trace the origin of a rare brain- Separately, tests run on dead bats No confirmed cases of the
damaging virus that has killed in the northern state of Himachal virus have yet been found outside
13 people, a health official said on Pradesh were negative for Nipah, an Kerala, despite fears it has spread.
Monday, as initial tests on animals official there said. Some neighboring states including
suspected of carrying the Nipah virus The dead bats were discovered on Maharashtra, Telangana and
showed no sign of the disease. the roof of a school and had triggered Karnataka have sent samples for
All animal samples, including a new Nipah scare last week. testing of people who reported
those from bats, cattle, goats and pigs Of some 116 suspected cases sent Nipah-like symptoms in the last few
from the southern state of Kerala, for testing in recent weeks, 15 have days. There is no vaccine for the
sent to the National Institute of High been confirmed as Nipah, the Kerala virus, which is spread through body
People wear masks as they wait outside a casualty ward at a hospital
Security Animal Diseases, in Bhopal, government said on its website http:// fluids and can cause encephalitis, or
Madhya Pradesh, were negative bit.ly/2GUSi3T. inflammation of the brain, the World populous country, where infection Preparedness Innovations (CEPI)
for Nipah, said animal husbandry Thirteen of those 15 people Health Organization (WHO) says. control and surveillance systems are said last week that Profectus
officer A. Mohandas.The department have died and two are undergoing The usual treatment is to provide weak, leading to hundreds of deaths BioSciences and Emergent
was now collecting samples of fruit treatment. The latest victim was a supportive care. Infectious disease annually from diseases such as BioSolutions would receive up to
bats from Perambra, the suspected 26-year-old rickshaw driver from outbreaks can be a challenge in mosquito-borne dengue. $25 million to accelerate work on a
epicenter of the infection and nearby Kerala’s Kozhikode district who died India, the world’s second most The Coalition for Epidemic vaccine against Nipah virus.
The Indian Weekender Friday, June 1, 2018 WORLD 21
HAWAII LAVA CROSSES KEY HIGHWAY,

DESTROYS UTILITY POLES
Hawaii County said lava destroyed the local electric utility’s equipment on the highway, which knocked out power to Vacationland and Kapoho Beach Lots
neighborhoods toward the coast
L
ava crossed a key highway in the mostly
rural district of the Big Island where
Kilauea volcano was erupting, local
authorities in Hawaii said Tuesday.
Highway 132 connects the commercial
center of Pahoa with smaller towns and farms
in the area.
Hawaii County said lava destroyed the local
electric utility’s equipment on the highway,
which knocked out power to Vacationland and
Kapoho Beach Lots neighborhoods toward A home is destroyed by lava from a Kilauea
the coast. Hawaii Electric Light Co. said it volcano fissure in Leilani Estates, on Hawaii's Big
was evaluating how to provide power to these Island, on May 25, 2018 in Pahoa, Hawaii.
communities once the eruption is over but it
won’t be able to finalize a plan until the area is
stable. The eruption has so far destroyed more
than 400 of its utility poles, the company said.
The destruction came after rivers of lava
flowed toward the ocean over the weekend,
forcing officials to knock on doors and
urge residents holding out in two evacuated Lava flows past the remains of a greenhouse as it makes its way to the ocean
neighbourhoods to flee right away. after erupting from a fissure at Kilauea's lower east rift zone in Pahoa, Hawaii
on May 25, 2018. The ongoing eruption of Kilauea is the largest in decades,
Molten rock trapped at least one person destroying more than 40 homes to date, and displacing thousands.
who was rescued by authorities. The Kilauea
volcano has been unleashing danger on the avoid irritation to skin and eyes and breathing that owns the Puna Lava erupts in the air in Leilani Estates area
remote, rural southeastern side of the island problems.A new fissure has opened, bringing Geothermal Venture near Pahoa, Hawaii. The Kilauea volcano has
for nearly a month, displacing thousands of the total number of cracks spouting lava to 24 plant, said it could not opened more than 20 vents in the ground that
have released lava, sulfur dioxide and steam.
residents, destroying 37 houses and forcing since the volcano began erupting on May 3, assess the extent of the damage to
businesses to shut down. Hawaii County Civil Defense said. the wells. The facility produces roughly one- Monday, saying if the vent was belching
Lava was shooting up from cracks in the Lava also has covered two wells at a quarter of the Big Island’s daily energy supply. volcanic gases, such as sulfur dioxide or
ground and blowing strands of volcanic glass. geothermal plant. County officials said the After weeks of scientific updates on the hydrogen sulfide, the roasted marshmallows
Explosions at the summit were sending small plugged wells were stable and being monitored, volcano, the U.S. Geological Survey took a “would taste bad.” The gases generally smell
bursts of volcanic ash as high as 15,000 feet and no dangerous gases have been released, lighter tone as it responded to a question on like rotten eggs.
(4,570 meters). Wind was carrying volcanic such as hydrogen sulfide — a colourless, Twitter about whether it would be safe to roast Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park has been
glass, gases, pollution and ash particles to other flammable gas that can be emitted by volcanoes marshmallows over volcanic vents. closed for 19 days and has no water due to
parts of the island. Authorities on Tuesday or when organic matter and waste break down. “We’re going to have to say no, that’s not damaged utility lines, said Jessica Ferracane,
advised residents to minimize exposure to Ormat Technologies, a Nevada company safe,” the agency’s volcanos account replied a spokeswoman for the National Park Service.
Malaysia ends four-year hunt for missing MH370 PM May under pressure to reform
M abortion law in Northern Ireland
alaysia on Tuesday ended
P
a four-year hunt for the
rime Minister Theresa May
missing Malaysia Airlines
is facing increasing pressure
flight MH370 after searching more from her Conservative
than 80,000 square kilometres Party and the opposition Labour
without finding any traces of to reform abortion law in Northern
the aircraft. Ireland, days after Ireland voted
The plane disappeared on March overwhelmingly in a referendum to
8, 2014 while flying from Kuala change its strict laws.
Lumpur to Beijing with 239 people The minority May government
on board. Former Malaysian Prime is in office with the support of the
Minister Najib Razak, who left office Northern Ireland-based Democratic
after losing the elections earlier Unionist Party, which is strongly
this month, had signed a contract in opposed to abortion. Northern
January with the US company Ocean Ireland has stricter laws on abortion
Infinity to track the area of the Indian compared to the rest of the United
Ocean where experts believe the Kingdom.
plane crashed. Downing Street’s initial view Westminster.
According to the agreement, In this photo taken March 3, 2018, a girl has her face painted during the Day of is that any change to the law must The UK Abortion Act of 1967 was
Malaysia would have paid a reward
Remembrance for MH370 event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia be done by the Northern Ireland not extended to Northern Ireland, and
of up to $70 million if the company official investigation, flight MH370 retrieved pieces, experts confirmed Assembly and not by Parliament abortion remains illegal there unless
in Westminster, since the issue is a the life or mental health of the mother
had found the wreckage. disappeared from the radar about 40 that three wing fragments found
“devolved matter”, meaning it falls is at risk. Fatal foetal abnormalities
But it found nothing and the minutes after taking off from Kuala in Reunion, Mauritius and Pemba
within the domain of the assembly and conceptions by rape or incest are
Malaysian government said it has no Lumpur, after someone turned off belong to the MH370, another seven
(similar to a state subject in India). not grounds for termination.
plans to begin any new searches after the communication systems and pieces, including parts of the interior
DUP leader Arlene Foster has After Friday’s referendum in
the deadline for the search expired on turned the aircraft around. of the cabin, are "almost certainly" already remarked that Ireland’s Ireland, Northern Ireland is the only
Tuesday. So far, 27 fragments of the plane from the missing aircraft and another referendum result would have no place in the UK and most of Europe
Grace Nathan, whose mother have been recovered at beaches in eight bear a "high probability". impact on the law in Northern where terminations are outlawed
was on MH370, told the Guardian Reunion, Mozambique, Mauritius, Ocean Infinity's operations Ireland: "The legislation governing apart from the most exceptional
newspaper that she was opposed to South Africa and Pemba Island followed the first phase of the abortion is a devolved matter and it circumstances, and most politicians
ending the hunt. (Zanzibar), after they search, which was undertaken by the is for the Northern Ireland Assembly in Northern Ireland – Catholic and
"People might think: 'Why "People followed the Malaysian, Australian and Chinese to debate and decide such issues." Protestant – do not favour reform.
are these people still harping might think: currents of the authorities at a cost of more than But the assembly has not been Supporting reform in Northern
on about this, it's been four 'Why are these people Indian Ocean, $151 million and suspended in early functioning for the last 18 months Ireland after the vote in Ireland, The
years'. It's important for still harping on about according to 2017. Malaysian Transport Minister and there is no local government due Guardian said in an editorial: “The
people to remember that this, it's been four years'. the official Anthony Loke said a full report into to differences between the two main overwhelming victory for repeal
MH370 is not history," It's important for people to hypothesis of the plane's disappearance will be local parties, DUP and Sinn Fein. shows an appetite for change which
she said. remember that MH370 is the disaster. published in the future but did not Several Conservative and Labour should be recognised in Northern
According to the not history" From these give a date. MPs want the law to be reformed in Ireland too.
22 SPORTS Friday, June 1, 2018 The Indian Weekender
FIFA World
Cup 2018
Countdown Begins
MEET THE GREATEST UNSUNG

HEROES IN FIFA WORLD CUP HISTORY
E
very four years for the last 88 years, You wouldn't have thought that the chap Despite being one of the heroes of Brazil's celebrating his iconic second goal in the 1978
the FIFA World Cup has created standing third from left - positively dwarfed World Cup triumph in 1994, Dunga wasn't so final against the Netherlands. It's easy to
football legends. Only a tiny minority by goalkeeper Nery Pumpido - would have much unsung as positively derided at home. overlook his teammate Daniel Bertoni on the
of footballers in history have ever earned the been effective in the air. And yet Argentina For many Brazilians, the captain epitomised
accolade of World Champions. Yet most of wing back Julio Olarticochea produced an everything that was wrong with their side's
those players are soon forgotten, while the few astonishing defensive header to deny Gary cautious tactics.
who are remembered get most of the credit. Lineker an equaliser in La Albiceleste's quarter Yet his unflappable displays in the holding
Some of them did ordinary things exceptionally final clash with England in 1986. midfield role gave his more creative teammates
well and consistently - such as England's Bobby Without Olarticochea's intervention, the two a platform to express themselves - such as the
Moore or West Germany's Franz Beckenbauer. sides would likely have headed into extra time dynamic front two of Romário and Bebeto, who
Others - like Brazil's Pelé and Argentina's with England in the ascendancy. netted eight of Brazil's goals between them.
Diego Maradona - were just extraordinary. But
Centre Back: Guido Buchwald Defensive Midfielder: Clodoaldo
what about the rest of their squads? No single
player ever won a major tournament on his own
(West Germany 1990) (Brazil 1970) right.
- not even Maradona in 1986. Yet Bertoni combined brilliantly with his
more illustrious teammate in that match,
Goalkeeper: Marcos (Brazil 2002)
constantly tormenting the Dutch defence. He
also played the final pass for Kempes' second
goal and netted the decisive third himself, after
Kempes had turned provider.
Bertoni made two other vital contributions
in the tournament, scoring the winner against
Hungary in the first round and creating Kempes'
The Brazil side of 1970 was arguably one of opener against Poland in the second round.
the most talented in history, with the attacking
flair of Pelé and Jairzinho complemented by
Left Winger: Mário Zagallo (Brazil
When Brazil won the 2002 World Cup, their Although Maradona was no longer as the midfield creativity of Gerson, Tostão and 1958 and 1962)
devastating front three of Ronaldo, Rivaldo devastating as he'd been in 1986, West Roberto Rivelino.
and Ronaldinho understandably received most Germany manager Franz Beckenbauer didn't Yet Clodoaldo's contribution shouldn't pass
of the plaudits. Few people seemed to notice dare to take any chances in the 1990 final. He unnoticed.
that their keeper Marcos only conceded four gave Guido Buchwald the unenviable task of As well as being a calm and composed
goals in the whole tournament. He also made man-marking Argentina's talisman. Like Italy's defensive midfielder (like Dunga), he was also
a string of important stops in a tight encounter legendary Claudio Gentile in 1982, Buchwald capable of producing sublime moments of skill
with Belgium, as well as saving brilliantly from was imperious against Maradona, who had a (unlike Dunga) - not least his stunning equaliser
Oliver Neuville and Oliver Bierhoff in the final. match to forget - and the Germans won 1-0. in the semi-final against Uruguay.
Right Back: George Cohen Centre Back: Gerard Pique Central Midfielder: Giancarlo
(England 1966) (Spain 2010) Antognoni (Italy 1982)
Now better known as a manager than a
player, Mário Zagallo was the first man to win
the World Cup in both capacities - winning as a
player in 1958 and 1962, as a manager in 1970
and as an assistant coach in 1994.
He was far from being the most spectacular
Brazilian forward in either 1958 or 1962, yet his
rare combination of creativity and industrious
defensive work were key to Brazil's success,
especially after losing Pelé to injury in 1962.
When you try to remember England's World When you think of Spain's all-conquering Striker: Jorge Valdano (Argentina
side of 2010, former Manchester United 1986)
Cup winning lineup of 1966, it's easy enough
defender Gerard Piqué isn't the first player
to recall the likes of captain Bobby Moore, For fans of I Azzurri, Italy's unexpected World
who springs to mind. He may even be pretty
midfield ace Bobby Charlton or hat-trick hero Cup triumph in 1982 is mostly remembered for
low on the list. However, Piqué's rock-solid
Geoff Hurst. It's far easier to forget Fulham Paolo Rossi's goalscoring exploits, goalkeeper-
defensive partnership with Carles Puyol was
right back George Cohen, and yet he played a captain Dino Zoff becoming the oldest ever
the bedrock of Spain's triumphant campaign
vital role throughout the tournament. As well - La Roja conceded just two goals in seven World Cup winner at the age of 40 - and, of
as defending with quiet efficiency, he regularly matches, which owed a great deal to Piqué's course, Marco Tardelli's iconic celebration after
pushed forward to provide width and support rare combination of physical prowess and scoring Italy's second in the final.
in a side set up without conventional wingers. technical accomplishment. Yet, according to influential Italian football
Left Back: Julio Olarticoechea journalist Sergio Di Cesare, formerly of the
Defensive Midfielder: Dunga Gazzetta Dello Sport, creative midfield general
(Argentina 1986) (Brazil 1994) Giancarlo Antognoni does not get the credit he
deserves. Even a genius like Maradona needed a foil,
Di Cesare says: "[Antognoni] was a pillar and Jorge Valdano fulfilled the role admirably.
of the team, with his intelligence, long vertical As well as scoring four goals - only one
passes and understanding of football geometry." fewer than his more gifted teammate - Valdano
distracted opposing defences, making it even
Right Wing: Daniel Bertoni
more difficult for them to contain Maradona.
(Argentina 1978) This was a crucial, yet often overlooked factor
In this photo, we see the great Mario Kempes in Maradona's wonder goal against England.
The Indian Weekender Friday, June 1, 2018 FEATURES 23
What to eat to stay full during Ramzan
F
or those observing fasts • After a little gap, eat a proper
during the holy month of meal that includes the likes of
Ramzan, it will help to start a brown rice or high fibre roti
day with a heavy and nutritious meal with lots of vegetables salad,
so that the body feels satiated for the plus lean meat or fish or eggs.
remaining day, suggest experts. Fasting can trigger health issues
too.
Sehri (early morning): Diabetes: A diabetic person
observing Ramzan fast has a high
risk to suffer fluctuations in the
body glucose level. Untimely
meals and improper intake of
medications can cause the blood
sugar levels to drop significantly and
• Never skip the early morning
MALAI CHICKEN TIKKA

meal that is Suhoor/Sehri as
that is the fundamental meal
your body depends for the rest
Luscious chicken bites prepared with a creamy cheese marinade of the day.
W
• Start your day with some nuts
hether barbecued or
soaked overnight, followed
grilled, this chicken by a juice or milk along with
preparation is known for fruits.
its mild ﬂavour. Often described as • To ensure that you feel full
1
a ‘melt in the mouth’ experience, during the rest of the day, opt
RECIPES
chicken pieces are marinated in a for high-fibre foods such as cause hypoglycaemia that leads to
delicate blend of spices and rich
ENTREES
multigrain breads with paneer/ weakness and fainting.

cheese. The delicate aroma of chicken/ eggs along with Hypertension: People suffering
nutmeg and cardamom complements vegetables. from high blood pressure have to
the creamy marinade and the satin • Oats or multigrain atta for take medicines timely, as skipping
softness of the chicken. stuffed parantha with paneer can cause serious repercussions.
or with egg bhurji cooked on Fasting during Ramzan due to its
Preparation Time: 10 min a non-stick pan will keep your strict rules does not allow intake
Marination: 2 hours to overnight body satiated for the day. of medicine or water during the
Cooking Time: 45 min fasting hours. Such changes in blood
Iftaar (dinner time): pressure can do a lot of harm.
Serves: 4
Taste: Mild Thyroid: For someone who
is on a regular course of thyroid
medication, improper or untimely
INGREDIENTS
intake of medication can cause
• 500g bonelesschicken cut into
hormonal imbalance in the body. Do
bite-sized pieces
not skip your medicines.
• 2-3 green chillies
Dehydration: Fasting for long
• 1/2 cup corinder leaves finely hours without any food or water
• In the evening, open your fast
chopped during the hot weather can cause
with a glass of lemon water
44 | India’s Most Wanted Recipies Ruby Dhillon
• 1/2 cup chese grated a few health complications like

with sugar and salt in it to
• 1/2 cup cream' that it forms a paste wihtout any 40 mins, basting with oil and dehydration, which can further cause
provide your body with the
• 2 Tbsp ginger paste lumps. turning them once, then cook weakness, lethargy, and headache.
much-needed hydration.
• 1 Tsbp garlic paste • Add ginger, garlic, green chilli the other side of the chicken for Stomach problems: Long
• 1/4 tsp cardamon powder paste, cardamom powder, black 15-20 mins or until it’s cooked hours of empty stomach can cause
• 1/2 tsp black pepper pepper powder and salt to the through. discomfort and gastric problems like
• 1/4 tsp salt to taste cheese mix. Mash and mix • Serve with sprinkled Chaat bloating, ache and gas to name a
• Bamboo skewers (soaked in again so that there are no lumps Masala and a squeeze of lemon few. Do not skip your share of ‘sehri’
water and then wiped) in the mixture. juice. Tastes good with Mint to avoid any stomach woes.
• Oil for basting • Add the chicken bites to the Chutney (page XX) and a Side Cholesterol: The food consumed
• Chaat Masala to sprinkle cheese mixture, mix thoroughly Salad. during fasting are usually loaded
• Dates are both customary and with fat and are deep fried. It can
• 1 lemon cut into wedges to ensure that the chicken is •
important as they are a high lead to an increase in the cholesterol
fully coated. Cover with plastic • Ruby's Tip: This Chicken can
source of energy and rich in levels of someone already suffering
METHOD wrap and refrigerate for at least also be cooked on the barbeque
vital nutrients. from cholesterol and heart problems.
For the marinade 2 hour to marinate, or overnight. or grill. You can remove the
• People who are diabetic can Weakness: Not everyone can
• Grind green chillies and • Preheat oven to 200ºC Chicken pieces from the skewers
avoid dates and those who are afford to stay on an empty stomach
corinder into a paste, set aside. • Thread 3–4 pieces of chicken and arrange on a serving plate
lactose intolerant can opt for for long hours. Long hours’ deficit
• Combine grated cheese and on each skewer and arrange on or serve individually leaving the
soya milk instead of regular of food and water can also cause
cream in a deep bowl and mash a large baking tray, lined with Chicken skewers
milk. weakness in many.
together with a fork, ensuring foil. Bake in the oven for 30-
Coconut flavored rice upma recipe

C
oconut Flavored Rice Upma recipe is your next get together with friends or family! METHOD and add coconut oil in it. Once it is hot,
a delicious South Indian recipe that is Total Time: 25 min • Firstly take a grinder jar and add soaked add the urad dal, chana dal, curry leaves,
extremely popular all over the world. Prep: 10 min idli rice, grated coconut, 5 dry red chilies remaining dry red chilies, dry mango
It is an easy recipe that can be made with a INGREDIENTS and 1 cup water to it. powder, peas and cashews in it. Saute it
few ingredients and doesn't take much of your • 3 cup soaked idli rice • Grind all these together to make a coarse until you can smell the aroma and then
effort. Loaded with the goodness of cashews • 10 dry red chili paste. Now, place add the ground paste in it.
and coconut, this rice upma is a perfect • 2 tablespoon dry mango powder a pan over • Mix the paste well with the spices and
breakfast recipe that is mouth-watering and • 2 cup water medium then cover it with a lid.
quite filling at the same time. • 2 teaspoon urad dal flame • Let it cook until the rice becomes tender.
This vegetarian recipe can be enjoyed by • 4 leaves curry leaves Stir with a ladle after every 5 minutes and
people of all age groups and can be served on • 1 1/2 cup coconut add the remaining water to it.
multiple occasions like kitty parties, potlucks, • salt as required • Let it cook until a roasted layer develops
picnics or buffets. • 3 tablespoon peas on top. once it is thick, cover and cook it
The flavorful combination of idli rice cooked • 4 tablespoon coconut oil with a lid on.
with coconut and ground spices, wreaks major • 2 teaspoon chana dal • When the water has evaporated, give it a
havoc on your taste buds and leaves you craving • 6 cashews final stir and take it off the flame. Transfer
for more. How to make Coconut it onto a plate and serve it hot to enjoy!
Go ahead and try this vegetarian recipe in Flavoured Rice Upma
24 FEATURES Friday, June 1, 2018 The Indian Weekender
01June to 7 June | By Manisha Koushik
These pieces of clothing will Manisha Koushik is a practicing astrologer, tarot card reader, numerologist, vastu and fengshui
consultant based in India with a global presence through the online channels. She is available for
consultations online as well. E-mail her at support@askmanisha.com or contact
instantly elevate your outfit

at +91-11-26449898 Mobile/Whatsapp: +919015607139 • www.askmanisha.com
ARIES (Mar 21-Apr 20)
Y ou need not wear head to toe designer to look polished. Here’s a list of 10 items you should Things getting smooth on academic or professional front can encourage you. You
add to your wardrobe to take any outfit from a zero to hundred. can get yourself in a situation where you have to foot the bill for others. You can
expect to have fun time at home all by yourself. Your heart may pull you towards
someone, even though your mind may not agree. Strict dietary control will keep
you fit as a fiddle. Those on house-hunting spree will get lucky. Lucky Number
: 3 / Lucky Colour : Cream
A printed or patterned skirt
Polka dots, florals, stripes or ab- TAURUS (Apr 21-May 20)
Romance just doesn’t happen on its own, you have make it work by creating
stract prints, not only lift your spirits the right ambience. Not according an important assignment due urgency and
but also lift your look! leaving it midway can put you in the dock. You can get worked up on account of
increasing expenditure and may have a showdown with a family member over it.
Be sensitive to the mood of lover or spouse as you are likely to offend him or her.
Lucky Number : 9 / Lucky Colour : Maroon
GEMINI (May 21-Jun 21)
It is best to overcome difficulties on the academic front initially only, than to face
Wide legged pants tension and stress later. You can opt for something expensive, whereas you could
A pair of wide legged pants paired have managed with a less expensive one. Parent or a family member can breathe
with a shirt makes for power dressing down your neck to do his or her bidding. Those out of shape may resume their
workouts. Romantic thoughts can keep you mentally occupied. Lucky Number
and when paired with a jazzy crop : 4 / Lucky Colour : Light Blue
top, it is perfect for a night out! CANCER (Jun 22-Jul 20)
Your intelligence and knack of pre-empting moves will keep you a step ahead
of your rivals on the professional front. Enhancement in salary can be expected
by some. Cupid’s arrow is likely to strike those bereft of love. A matchmaking
Tapered trousers exercise is likely to prove successful. You will get the opportunity to acquire new
A pair of well-fitted trousers always look property at a good price. A chance for an overseas trip cannot be ruled out for
posh and can instantly aloft your look! There some. Lucky Number :17 / Lucky Colour : Electric Blue
are a lot of trendy pants from boyfriend jeans LEO (Jul 21-Aug 22)
You are likely to achieve mental satisfaction at work. It will be difficult to
to bootcut pants, but, nothing beats the tried contain your annoyance over something someone did or didn’t do on the home
and tested well-fitted dress pants. front. Relationship threatens to become strained on the romantic front, so tread
carefully. Those driving alone should avoid late night outs. Financial issues will
be handled competently. Lucky Number : 5 / Lucky Colour : Bluish Green
VIRGO (Aug 23-Sep 23)
Those investing in insurance will do well to read the fine print. Home remedy
Statement neckpiece and earrings will prove beneficial in containing a minor ailment. Peace prevails on the home
front as you become tolerant and giving. You can be placed on the pedestal by
Even the most basic of outfits can be jazzed lover on the romantic front! Health-wise, you are advised to adopt balanced diet
up by simply pairing them with a basic neck and proper exercise routine. Love for money should not exceed love for those
around you. Lucky Number : 6 / Lucky Colour : Parrot Green
piece or a pair of statement earrings. On
days when you don’t feel like dressing up LIBRA (Sep 24-Oct 23)
Things start looking up on the professional front. You can be awarded a lucrative
just throw a pair of statement earrings, over project. Homemakers will remain busy, but still find time for some idle gossip!
your basic jeans and tee or kurta. A youngster can start contributing to the family coffers. Sweet words of lover
will sound most reassuring. Doubts and misgivings will cease as you gain clarity.
Steps taken on the health front will benefit. Lucky Number :18 / Lucky Colour
: Pink
SCORPIO (Oct 24-Nov 22)
If you are having doubts about a step you are taking, than give it some more
thought and time. Changes on the home front that you are keen on may require
A grown up classic watch the consent of those affected. A big venture that you are contemplating will
require good financial planning, before anything else. You will need to keep
No, a watch is not worn to check the
stress levels in check to remain healthy. Someone can express his or her love for
time, we all have our phones for that! you. Lucky Number :6 / Lucky Colour : Sea Green
Watches are worn as a classic-chic acces-
SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23-Dec 21)
sory! Opt for a watch with an authentic Avoid taking risks either on the personal or professional front. Mistakes can
metal or classic leather strap! punctuate your work in office and can embarrass you. You can be snappy as
something doesn’t get done in time at home. Rising expenditure can alarm some.
Those regular in workouts will do well to take a day’s complete break. Getting
a positive response from the one you like will give you moments of joy. An
interesting journey awaits some. Lucky Number : 22 / Lucky Colour : Navy
A neutral pair of comfortable heels Blue
Heels give you an immense level of con- CAPRICORN (Dec 22-Jan 21)
fidence. Trendy pairs of shoes may come Things start looking much more pleasant than before on the work front. Your
and go, but a neutral pair of comfortable efforts will get recognized and compensated for. You can organise a get together
at home just to meet those you have not met for long. Financial stability is assured
heels is ought to be your go to, when in as opportunities continue to come your way. Your kind nature can compel you to
doubt! Opt for block heels or something do good for someone. Lucky Number :7 / Lucky Colour : Golden
two-three inches high. AQUARIUS (Jan 22-Feb 19)
Financial problems that you had been facing up till now will disappear. You may
find yourself more energetic than usual and ready to take on the world. Team
work will be required for getting a project on the tracks, so forget your idea
of going solo. You will have to be at your convincing best at home to remove
a misunderstanding in a parent’s mind. Lucky Number :5 / Lucky Colour
Double breasted blazer :Saffron
The classic double-breasted blazer, when PISCES (Feb 20-Mar 20)
worn over even a sack, can make it look A big achievement about something is in store for some. Lover may open his or
her heart to you. You will succeed in discovering some other avenues of earning.
put-together. If you are over 20 years old and Any apprehension you have on the professional front can be safely set aside. You
don’t own one, get one pronto! are likely to get some excellent advice from a family member. A bodily ailment
can become problematic. Take adequate care of your health. Lucky Number :9
/ Lucky Colour :Maroon
The Indian Weekender Friday, June 1, 2018 TIME OUT 25
CROSSWORD NO: 15 QUIZ QUESTIONS NO: 15 ANSWERS TO LAST WEEK'S QUESTIONS
Questions About Histor
1. When was William Shakespeare
born? 23rd April 1564.
2. On what date did the Battle of
Culloden take place? 16th April
1746.
3. Who was Henry VIll’s first
wife? Catherine of Aragon.
4. Which famous battle between
the British Royal Navy and the
combined fleets of the French
Navy and Spanish Navy took place
on 21st October 1805? Battle of
Trafalgar.
5. Who became the British Prime
Minister after Winston Churchill
in 1955? Sir Robert Anthony
Eden, The 1st Earl of Avon.
6. When did Margaret Thatcher
become Prime Minister? 1979.
7. When did the Cold War end? 1989.
8. Who was the architect who
designed the Millennium
Dome? Richard Rogers.
9. When did the Eurostar train service
between Britain and France start
running? 14th November 1994.
10. When was the euro introduced
as legal currency on the world
market? 1st January 1999.
Questions About Books

SUDOKU NO: 15
11. What is the oldest surviving
printed book in the world? The
Diamond Sutra, dated at 868
AD.
12. In publishing, what does POD
mean? Print on demand.
13. Name the author of On Her
Majesty’s Secret Service, Dr
Noand Thunderball, among
others. Ian Fleming.
14. Which Shakespeare play features
Shylock? The Merchant of
Venice.
15. Who wrote the novel Death in
Venice, which was later made into
a film of the same name? Thomas
Mann.
16. Who wrote the Vampire
Chronicles, which include the
novels Armand, Blood and
Gold and Interview with the
Vampire? Anne Rice.
17. What is an e-book? A book
available in a digital, rather
than printed, format.
18. How tall would a double elephant
folio book be? 50 inches.
19. Who wrote the contemporary
children’s books about mermaids
set on the coast of Cornwall? Helen
Dunmore.
20. How old is the world’s oldest
dictionary? Cuneiform tablets
with bilingual Sumerian-
Akkadian word-lists have been
dated to 2300 BC.
SPOT THE DIFFERENCE NO: 15
HITORI NO: 15 See how many differences you can find in the right or left photo.
Hitori – a logic puzzle with very simple them in Black.
rules and challenging solutions. Can You are not allowed to have two
you eliminate numbers until there are Black squares touching horizontally
no duplicates in any row or column? or vertically (diagonally is ok).
Objective / Rules Any White square can be reached
Eliminate numbers until there are from any other (i.e. they are
no duplicates in any row or column. connected).
Eliminate numbers by marking
26 ENTERTAINMENT Friday, June 1, 2018 The Indian Weekender
AUCKLAND’S HOTTEST BOLLYWOOD STATION
KAJOL: I DON’T THINK PEOPLE SHOULD Anupam Kher hopes to

create awareness on
relevant social issues
TAKE ANY INSPIRATION FROM ME A
c t o r
Anupam
K h e r
WHEN IT COMES TO FASHION says it is very

important to reach
K
out to people and
ajol never fails to impress us with her my style. Gradually, I decided to find out about
create awareness
fashion sense. In an interview, the actor my preferences. Now, I have a good idea about
on relevant social
said that no one should take inspiration what suits me and what doesn’t. It’s something
issues.
for fashion from her. She also talks about her film that people develop in a lifetime through various "It is important to reach out to
Eela. choices, experiments and mistakes as well. people and create awareness on
Last week, Kajol unveiled her wax statue at Earlier, I didn’t care about it enough to have an socially relevant causes. In my career
Singapore’s Madame Tussauds’ museum. The opinion. But now I do.” across 34 years, I have supported
statue looks exact replica of the actor. She attended Kajol will be making a comeback in the Hindi various campaigns," Anupam said.
the red carpet ceremony with her daughter Nysa. film industry with the film Eela. She was last The actor has been recently invited
When DNA asked the actor if she plans to seen in Dilwale (2015) also starring Shah Rukh as the chief guest and speaker at the
get them to see the statue, she answered, “No, Khan in the lead role. Cancer Patients Aid Association
officially there’s no plan, but I definitely want About the film, she said, “Yes, we finished the on Wednesday ahead of World No
them to see it, too. I had sent them a picture and film just four days ago. The release date has been Tobacco Day, which is observed
they liked it a lot.” finalised, too.” on May 31. He is happy to raise
The Gupt actor is loved for her appearances and She will be playing an aspiring singer in Eela. awareness about the same.
fashion statement. When she was told the same, When asked about her character, she answered, "It is our responsibility to our
Kajol answered, “I don’t think people should “No, I’m strictly a bathroom singer. And J country and to the world. This is not
take any inspiration from me when it comes to (husband Ajay) says, ‘If I am outside the "This about just being anti tobacco, it is
fashion (laughs). I started out in films at the age door, please don’t sing’.” is what you about being pro-life," he added.
of 16. That’s probably the time when most girls When Kajol was asked what are her will be wearing’. So, At the event, Anupam would
experiment with their clothes. Time just flew by upcoming projects, she joked, “I’m honestly, there was no hand over voice prosthesis to cancer
time to form an opinion patients and he will also felicitate
me because I was busy working. Every morning, going to concentrate on Eela for now.
on what I would like to the transgender patients who have
I had someone standing there with some outfit Maybe I will take a breather and then
sport or what is my given up tobacco. On the work front,
and saying, ‘This is what you will be wearing’. do another comeback. By now, it’s a
style." the actor will soon be seen in an
So, honestly, there was no time to form an pattern if you notice. I think I have made
upcoming medical drama titled New
opinion on what I would like to sport or what is the maximum comebacks.” Amsterdam.
Raima Sen feels that she Amitabh Bachchan: I have no intention of being
needs to ‘be seen more’ to relevant, and I certainly do not work towards it
get ‘good work’ in Bollywood
M
egastar Amitabh Bachchan says he has Big B said he enjoyed working with Rishi.
A
no intention to stay relevant and doesn't "Working together after so many years was a
ctor Raima Sen believes that the more an actor is seen
pick his projects with that mindset. delight and no different from the times gone by.
onscreen, people know that he/she is working and then
"I have no intention of being relevant, and I The modes of work have changed, technology has
they get offered roles.
Raima Sen considers herself “lucky” to have worked with certainly do not work towards it," Amitabh said. changed and we have to learn to adapt to those
great directors in Bengali and Hindi cinema. "If there is something that fascinates me I give changes. There is no film now, its all digital, that
At a time when Hindi film industry is churning out films it a shot. At times it works, most of the time it is a major change.
fronted by women and revolving around their stories, does not," he added. "But the system is the
Raima Sen would love to be a part of this wave, “provided At the moment, Amitabh is enjoying the success same. You have to
a script comes my way”, says the actor. of his latest "102 Not Out. In Umesh Shukla's 102 perform in front of a
But it’s not like Raima is missing out; she’s bagging Not Out, Big B is seen as camera. Though now
such roles in Bengali cinema. a centenarian father to his 75-year-old son – technology is moving
“I might not be playing lead roles in Bollywood but essayed by Rishi Kapoor – who wants to break towards a system
am getting good roles of women protagonists in Bengali the world record of being the oldest man alive. when even that could
films,” says Raima, who considers herself “lucky” to It is produced by Sony Pictures Entertainment be replaceable," he
have worked with great directors in Bengali and Hindi Films India, Treetop Entertainment and Shukla's added.
film industries. Benchmark Pictures.
“In Bollywood, I’ve worked with filmmakers like
Pradeep Sircar, Reema Kagti, Vidhu Vinod Chopra Twinkle Khanna takes the menstruation awareness
and in Kolkata, I have collaborated with the likes
ahead; supports a film on the subject after Pad Man
A
of Rituparno Ghosh and Aparna Sen,” says the
actor, who was last seen in Vodka Diaries earlier fter producing a film involved in the conversation
this year. like Pad Man, which about menstrual hygiene. So,
Raima believes that “your work speaks for promoted menstrual we wrote a script where we
yourself” and that she needs to be seen more in hygiene, Mrs Funnybones aka showed everything from a
order to get “good work” in Bollywood. Twinkle Khanna has come man’s point of view and how
“The more you are seen; people know that you forward to support another in that world it’s all perfect
are working and then you are called for roles. I film that talks about the subject and empowering.
didn’t do Hindi films for the last three years ever of the menstrual cycle, titled It raises the question why
since I came to Kolkata, and now, people are calling First Period. can’t this happen in a woman’s
me [again] for Hindi films. So, I’m quite positive Twinkle Khanna whose world and forces you to
that something will work out soon,” she says. maiden production film Padman neutralise gender disparity.
Raima is hopeful that some of her projects will revolved around the subject of First Period is another voice in
make it to film festivals. menstruation health has now that conversation.”
Talking about how some films get applause at come forward to support yet Once the movie was ready,
festivals but not as much at the box office, she says, another short film on the same Twinkle who was impressed
“It depends on the audience. subject titled, First Period. with it came onboard to
"You just give a film your 100% and then The short film is written and support it.
leave it to them. You can’t make out directed by Mozez Singh of “She felt the film made
“I Zubaan (2016) fame. a solid and forceful point
might not be what they love and what they don’t.”
Raima adds that a lot of her films, First Period deals with and she offered her support
playing lead roles the sensitive subject of the immediately. I remain indebted
including Chokher Bali (2003),
in Bollywood but am day of the first period from a approached by Dasra, the NGO to her,” Mozez added.
Parineeta (2005) and Manorama
getting good roles of boy’s viewpoint. behind the film alongside The First Period is all
Six Feet Under (2007) got a
women protagonists in About that the director, Gates Foundation, their brief set to release on world
great response.
Bengali films" Mozez said, “When I was was they wanted men to be Menstruation Day.
The Indian Weekender Friday, June 1, 2018 FEATURES 27
ADITI RAO HYDARI: I AM Manikarnika:

The Queen
VOCAL ABOUT GENDER of Jhansi will
EQUALITY BE CAUS E WE release this
year: Kangana
NEED TO CHANGE A ctress Kangana Ranaut,
who is busy shooting for
Manikarnika: The Queen of
A
diti Rao Hydari knows she has no “That’s a question you need to ask Jhansi on Monday confirmed that the
one making films for her or planning ‘them’, not me. I do my best whether it film will release this year.
her career but she has a huge sense is a role of a 20 minute part and ensemble There was quite a buzz about
of belief in herself – which makes her take or a lead...I also cry, I feel disappointed, I the release date the film with some
fearless decisions. sometimes feel things are unfair but I have reports saying it was set to hit theatre
Bollywood actress Aditi Rao Hydari a huge sense of belief and it makes me take screens in April this year but now the
knows she has no one making films for her fearless decisions. I have control over them release date of the period drama has
or planning her career but she has a huge and it empowers me,” she added. been pushed further.
sense of belief in herself – which makes her The actress has featured in Yeh Saali On the delay in its release,
take fearless decisions. She feels strongly Zindagi, Rockstar, London Paris New Kangana said: "If you see, we started
about girls’ education because, through York, Murder 3, Boss, Khoobsurat, Guddu shooting of Manikarnika.. in the
it, “ her community and the whole Rangeela, Wazir, Bhoomi and Padmaavat. month of May last year and now it's
nation prospers”. She has also worked in the south Indian been only one year since we started
“I live in the moment and I’m film industry with projects like Prajapathi, shooting.
always looking forward. I have been Sringaram and Kaatru Veliyidai to her credit.
working since 2010-2011 finding my Aditi, who got the Rajiv Gandhi Excellence
way slowly and steadily step by step, Award for her powerful performance in
fumbling sometimes but managing to Bhoomi and Padmaavat, calls herself “a
find the light,” Aditi said. director’s actor”.
“What kept me going is “I surrender and I get immersed in the
my unwavering belief world that has been created for me. I crave
and I’m always able to experiences where I am challenged and
turn a negative into a pushed to explore a feeling or situation that
positive... You can put I never imagined or understood. It is like that
all the crap in front of me, I will feeling where you can jump off a cliff and
find something to be happy about... It is you suddenly have wings to fly... "We launched the film in Varanasi
because of a strong family. Yes, it is true I “I am not good at explaining goals and on May 5 and we started shooting for
didn’t have a filmi insider to hold me when targets and method. I would rather be on a it in June-July last year. I think when
I fall, but that’s the way it is, it’s the same set in front of the camera with a director I am you make a film on huge scale, then
in any industry.” Born in Hyderabad and dying to work with, I let them mould me," it normally takes one or one and half
brought up in Delhi, Aditi made her debut added Aditi, who is also known for making a year but I can say that this year we
with Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s Delhi 6 fashion statement. will be able to release the film."
and went on to work in Hindi and Tamil film She continues: “I don’t really know Asked if her Manikarnika.. will
industry. She says there are days when she method; so I work subconsciously and create the same magic onscreen,
feels like she “might pass out”. instinctively... I feel vulnerable, I feel afraid, Kangana said: "When I watch another
“I also enjoy the hecticness... I’m only I can get impatient and crabby before I step actor's work, I don't compare my film
"I looking forward... to doing more, to learning into the set for the first time... But once the with the film that I am watching and
surrender and more and to being challenged more,” she camera is switched on – the time between when I watch a film then, I only think
I get immersed in the said. Was it tough to find your way in action and cut is like wonderland... It is about that actor. This film's cast and
world that has been created Bollywood? magic,» she said. crew deserves all the credit for the
for me. I crave experiences “If you leave a kid in the dark its There are conversations about gender success of the film."
where I am challenged and eyes get accustomed to the dark and equality around the world, and Aditi feels Manikarnika: The Queen of
pushed to explore a feeling or they find the light in the darkness... there is «huge gender imbalance» in India. Jhansi is an epic biographical film
situation that I so yes maybe (my initial struggle “I have been vocal because it upsets me. based on the life of Rani Laxmibai
imagin ed or shaped the way I am now). I don’t I want to change, we need change, and it of Jhansi. It is being directed by
never
have someone making films for me, can only happen if we prioritise education... Krish and produced by Zee Studios
understood."
planning my career, making sure every Not literacy but a wholesome education. in association with Kamal Jain
milestone is well recorded and appreciated When you educate a girl, when you give & Nishant Pitti. Kangana plays
and perceived as it should.” equal opportunities to a girl... you educate the titular role in the film, which
Aditi says she is always asked why her her family, her community and the whole also stars Sonu Sood and Ankita
potential hasn’t been tapped in the industry. nation prospers... Lokhande in pivotal roles.
A Alia on her stardom: Varun Dhawan

lia Bhatt is one of the top be titled, it will be a slice-of-life film
actors we have currently. and is going on floors in the second
Almost all of her films have half of 2019, according to the media.
successfully managed to impress
the audience and critics. The only
failure she has under her name in
has more mass following than I have Alia Bhatt said that she is open to
Alia Bhatt confirms starring in
Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's next; says it's
an extremely fun concept Alia Bhatt
Shaandaar. doing web series or a film if it's for an confirms starring in Ashwiny Iyer
With films like Highway, 2 States, international digital platform. She is Tiwari's next; says it's an extremely
Udta Punjab and recently released even getting offers for the same. fun concept Alia Bhatt to star in
Raazi, Alia has proved her acting "If it’s a web series or a film for Bareilly Ki Barfi's director Ashwiny
prowess. In an interview, Alia Bhatt an international digital platform, Iyer Tiwari's next? Alia Bhatt to
was asked about stardom and she I’m very keen on doing it. That’s star in Bareilly Ki Barfi's director
said that Varun Dhawan has more fan something I’m pretty open to trying Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's next?
following than her. because it’s like shooting a film A source informed MM, "After
"I'm happy my films are doing only," she states. wrapping up Raazi, Alia was excited
well, but I still know that there’s a After impressing us with her about doing a film from a completely
long way to go. I am not delusional impeccable performance in Meghna different genre. She had been raving
when it comes to all this. I do realise Gulzar's Raazi, Alia is choosing a about the project since the script
that Varun (Dhawan) has more mass versatile list of movies to star in narration and was keen to come on
following than I have and there’s no to produce a film, however, she for that and maybe produce it. That’s such as Zoya Akhtar's Gully Boy and board.
shame in admitting that. isn't keen on directing one. "I have the only way I can be involved with a Ayan Mukerji's Brahmastra. Finalising the details took a while,
"He’s doing well for himself and thought of producing a film." movie, as a producer. I want to back Adding another director to work but the actress gave her nod to the
I’m trying to build my audience, too. "I don’t know if I want to set up a great content," says Alia. with, on her list, Alia is all set to project after reviewing her dates. She
So, I don’t let all this talk affect me," production house of my own. If I find She continues, "I don’t think I can collaborate with Bareilly Ki Barfi's will be stepping into a never-seen-
said the actor. a film that I feel is good and I should ever direct a film. It’s too much of a director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari for before avatar for the comedy-drama."
Bhatt revealed that she wants back it, I will. I won’t take any money responsibility." her next. While the movie is yet to
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