While Government has expanded electricity fuel surcharge relief to qualifying Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), businesses now face a new challenge, and that is navigating the application and verification process needed to access support. Under the arrangement, eligible MSMEs with an annual gross turnover below $30,000 must apply through Energy Fiji Limited customer service centres and submit documentation validated against recent tax returns or assessments from the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service before receiving assistance. The requirement has raised questions around accessibility for smaller operators, particularly informal businesses and sole traders who may not have updated records, formal business…
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The Fiji Airways Fiji Men’s 7s have made a strong start to their campaign at the HSBC SVNS World Championship in Valladolid, Spain, winning their opening two pool matches against France and the United States to book a place in the Cup quarter-finals. Fiji began their tournament with an impressive 26-12 win over France, producing a clinical attacking performance to take control of Pool C and set the tone for the rest of their campaign. The momentum continued in their second match against the USA, where Fiji overcame a tough first-half challenge to secure a 19-7 victory and confirm their…
The Ministry of Fisheries has announced a four-month seasonal closure on all species of Grouper (Kawakawa) and Coral Trout (Donu) to safeguard the fish during their critical spawning period. The ban will come into force on June 1, 2026, and remain in place until September 30, 2026. In a public notice, Acting Permanent Secretary for Fisheries and Forestry Saimone Tauvoli stated that the restrictions apply to a wide range of activities involving the two fish species. Throughout the closure period, fishing, collecting, selling, displaying for sale, transporting, receiving, possessing, dealing in, and exporting Kawakawa and Donu will be prohibited. The…
Production banner Hombale Films has officially announced its upcoming project, Yeto Ka Naay, a hip-hop musical drama set against the backdrop of Mumbai. Along with the Marathi title, the makers have also revealed the Hindi version of the film, titled YKN-Pehla Vaar.Known for backing large-scale films across different Indian film industries, Hombale Films stated that the new project will focus on youth culture, music, relationships, and self-discovery through a story rooted in the city’s evolving hip-hop scene.The film is being produced by Vijay Kiragandur and directed by Sarang Sanjeev Sathaye. The screenplay and writing credits are shared by Sarang Sanjeev…
Sonakshi Sinha has leased out her luxury apartment in Mumbai’s Bandra for a year to the Consulate General of the State of Kuwait at a total rent of Rs. 1.92 crore, according to property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix.As per the documents, the apartment has been leased by the Consulate General for the residential accommodation of the Consul General Emad Abdul Aziz Al-Kharaz, along with his family members and staff.The apartment is located on a higher floor of a building named 81 Aureate in Bandra West. The apartment measures 4,350 sq ft carpet area along with a 27 sq…
New developments have emerged in the case involving Dhurandhar production designer Saini S Johray after reports of an FIR being registered against him over allegations of sexual harassment surfaced earlier this month.According to a report published by Mid-Day, the woman who accused Johray had also filed a complaint with B62 Studios, the production house owned by filmmaker Aditya Dhar and producer Lokesh Dhar. The complaint was reportedly submitted in October 2025, after which the studio’s Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) Committee initiated an internal inquiry into the matter.A source quoted by the publication said, “The POSH committee did a thorough…
Fans of Alia Bhatt and Sharvari are in for a treat as their much-awaited film, Alpha, will now arrive earlier than scheduled. The action entertainer was earlier scheduled to release on July 10. Bollywood Hungama has now exclusively learned that the film will arrive in cinemas a week earlier, on July 3.A source in a prominent multiplex chain told Bollywood Hungama, “July 3 has emerged as an apt date to bring Alpha to cinemas since Dhamaal 4, which was scheduled to release on the same day, has now been pushed to July 17. With no major release planned for July…
The controversy surrounding Don 3 continues to intensify, with actor Ranveer Singh now receiving public support from Cine and TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) Vice-President Padmini Kolhapure amid the ongoing dispute involving Excel Entertainment and the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE).The issue erupted after reports claimed that Ranveer Singh had exited Don 3 unexpectedly, leading to allegations of financial losses for the production house. Excel Entertainment, headed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, reportedly alleged that the actor’s withdrawal from the project caused losses amounting to nearly Rs 45 crores due to extensive pre-production work, location scouting, and development…
Sanjay Gupta and Sanjay Dutt made a great pair and collaborated on several memorable projects. Sanjay Gupta directed the actor in eight films, namely, Aatish (1994), Jung (2000), Khauff (2000), Kaante (2002), Musafir (2004), Zinda (2006), Dus Kahaniyaan (2007), Alibaug (unreleased). The actor also acted in two of Sanjay Gupta’s productions, Plan (2004) and Shootout At Lokhandwala (2007). In short, both have worked together in ten films and if all goes well, they’ll soon reunite for the eleventh time.During a conversation on the InControversial Podcast, Sanjay Gupta confirmed that he has started work on the second part of Kaante. He…
The energy around HYBE INDIA’s ambitious global girl group search continues to build as singer Reble is expected to deliver a high-voltage performance in Delhi as part of the HYBE INDIA Pop-up Park experience. The Indian rapper adds to the growing excitement surrounding the entertainment giant’s India-focused talent hunt.The HYBE INDIA Pop-up Park has emerged as a vibrant celebration of music, fandom and youth culture, designed as an immersive fan-first experience. Featuring interactive engagement zones, Random Play Dance sessions, K-pop music experiences, exclusive giveaways and live artist performances, the pop-up has become a hotspot for fans and aspiring performers alike.The…