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Articles by Rashneel Kumar
Battle for survival in Warcraft
Monday 20 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
BEFORE I get judged for what will follow next, let me clarify something.
Two bills pushed through
Monday 20 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
GOVERNMENT managed to push their way through to get the Appropriation Bill 2016 and the Transport Amendment Bill passed before the Parliament was adjourned to a later date yesterday.
Helmet law could be finalised today
Friday 17 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
If all goes according to plan, the Transport Amendment Bill, which will make it compulsory for motorcyclists aged 16 to 25 years to wear a helmet, will be passed today.
Bill will go through, says Brown
Friday 17 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Despite opposition’s disapproval of the Appropriation Bill 2016, Finance minister Mark Brown is adamant the bill will sail unscathed through parliament, which ends today.
Parliament comes to a rapid finish
Thursday 16 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
GOVERNMENT has cut the opening Parliament sitting of the year short, citing official overseas engagements for some of its ministers.
Outlook not so bright, says Bishop
Thursday 16 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
OPPOSITION LEADER Teina Bishop has taken some of the gloss off the financial statement presented by the Minister of Finance Mark Brown in which he bragged about the country’s continued growth under the Cook Islands Party government.
Hav 2 ends TEAM's winning streak
Wednesday 15 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
Defending champions TEAM’s winning streak in the Mixed Social Volleyball League came to an end in round nine competition last week.
Bid to improve digital payment system
Wednesday 15 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
GOVERNMENT has made provisions in its 2016/17 budget appropriation to integrate the local digital payment system with that of New Zealand.
Appropriation Bill hits rough patch
Wednesday 15 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
The Appropriation Bill 2016 hit another rough patch yesterday after the opposition brushed aside Government’s disapproval on their stance to oppose the second reading of the bill, which contains the proposed 2016/17 budget.
Vaka of Origin off to a pleasing start
Tuesday 14 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
THE PEOPLE responsible for the inaugural Vaka of Origin cricket competition are pleased with the start of the three-match series which kicked off over the weekend.
Cook Islands join International Yoga Day
Tuesday 14 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
To mark International Yoga Day, Rarotonga-based yogi Maya Carroll is organising a free yoga session at Muri Beach Club Hotel this Saturday at 3pm.
Objections to Appropriation Bill
Tuesday 14 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
THE OPPOSITION is opposing the second reading of the Appropriation Bill 2016 which was presented to Parliament by Minister of Finance Mark Brown last week.
Govt sees need for better infrastructure
Tuesday 14 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
THE COOK ISLANDS government recognises the need for an improved infrastructure to meet the demands of the blossoming tourism industry, says Minister of Finance Mark Brown.
Town takes lead in cricket series
Monday 13 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Cricket
WHAT WAS supposed to be a quick innings for the Varo Media Country turned into a nightmare after an impressive bowling from the Sky Pacific Town handed them the lead in the inaugural Vaka of Origin cricket competition.
Aid to top $60 million for the year
Monday 13 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The GOVERNMENT has secured over $60.6 million in Overseas Development Assistance (ODA) for the financial year 2016/17.
Parliament main focus
Monday 13 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
With the opening parliament sitting of the year kicking off last week, things are expected to get intense with debates centered on key issues of na-tional interest this week.
Investments will improve lives of Pa Enua residents
Monday 13 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Local
The COOK Islands government had promised some new investments to improve the lives of Cook Islanders on the outer islands.
Debt sustainable, says Brown
Monday 13 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Politics
Minister of Finance Mark Brown has hit back at critics who condemned government’s borrowing habits, saying the government’s debt level is sustainable.
Battle for pride in Vaka of Origin
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Other Sports
THE STAGE is set in what is expected to be a day of cricket feast in the inaugural Vaka of Origin cricket bash at Raemaru Park in Arorangi today.
Magical treats in Now You See Me 2
Saturday 11 June 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
IT WASN’T that hard to choose the magic-theme heist tale Now You See Me 2 over horror thriller The Conjuring 2.
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