The Government has warned the public about a misleading image circulating online claiming that Fiji will experience nationwide power rationing from June 1. Authorities confirmed the information is false and said the notice was neither released nor approved by the Government or Energy Fiji Limited. Officials said the graphic contains inaccurate claims that could unnecessarily alarm members of the public. People are being urged not to circulate unverified content and instead follow updates issued through official Government platforms, Energy Fiji Limited, and other recognised authorities. The Government also stressed that spreading false information during sensitive situations can create confusion and…
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The Republic of Fiji Military Forces continues to strengthen its defence partnership with Australia through joint training and cooperation initiatives. Deputy Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Humphrey Tawake, visited the Wide Bay Military Training Area in April where he observed an RFMF Company embedded with the Australian Army’s 7th Brigade. RFMF Force Sergeant Major Joeli Rabuli accompanied Commodore Tawake during the visit. The engagement highlights the ongoing defence cooperation between Fiji and Australia under the renewed Vuvale Partnership and the Defence Cooperation Program, which continue to strengthen military collaboration between the two countries. The post Fiji, Australia…
Wall Street’s main indexes closed lower with the Nasdaq leading declines, after the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield climbed to its highest level in more than a year on mounting inflation concerns.
Pacific police leaders have been urged to strengthen regional efforts against transnational crime as the Pacific Transnational Crime Summit continued today alongside the Pacific Police Chiefs meeting. Fiji Police Force Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu told delegates the Pacific is facing increasing pressure from international criminal networks using the region as a trafficking route for illegal commodities. Commissioner Tudravu said the Pacific was once considered only a transit point for transnational crime but has now become a target destination for criminal syndicates. He warned that illegal activities are leaving serious impacts on Pacific communities while overseas syndicates continue to profit from the…
The Climate Change Act 2021 will only be effective if it is fully understood and put into action by all sectors of society, Director of Climate Change Ms Senivasa Waqairamasi says. Speaking at the opening of the Mandatory Socialisation of the Climate Change Act 2021 Talanoa in Labasa on 19 May, Ms Waqairamasi described the legislation as a major achievement for both Fiji and the Pacific, reinforcing the country’s commitment to tackling climate change. She said the Act establishes the legal and institutional foundation needed to coordinate climate action nationwide, involving government bodies, municipal councils, communities, development partners, civil society…
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The Fijian Government says fuel supply outlook for Fiji remains stable, with current stock levels and incoming shipments expected to maintain normal operations through May and June. As of the 18th of this month, there are 49.7 million litres of fuel available on land, with an additional 58.12 expected to arrive before the end of May. This will bring total available stock for the month to 108 million litres. Based on projected fuel consumption of 33 million litres, over the remaining 13 days of May, the forecasted balance at the end of the month is expected to remain at 75…
The trailer of the much awaited film Peddi, starring Ram Charan, Janhvi Kapoor and Divyenndu, was unveiled yesterday in a grand fashion in Mumbai. The trailer makes it clear that it’s a grand film for the big screen. Fans of Ram Charan will be excited to know that the massy entertainer will be released in the IMAX version.This was revealed by Preetham Daniel, IMAX Vice President for India, SE Asia, Korea, Australia, and New Zealand. On the morning of May 19, he confirmed on his X (formerly Twitter) account that Peddi will be releasing in the IMAX version.Peddi releases worldwide…
Vashu Bhagnani has welcomed the interim protection granted to Puja Entertainment in its ongoing legal dispute against Tips Music over the alleged unauthorised use of Bollywood intellectual property rights.The matter involves the rights linked to several popular films, including Coolie No. 1, Hero No. 1, Biwi No. 1, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan, Tera Jadoo Chal Gayaa and Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai. The dispute also concerns the proposed release and exploitation of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai starring Varun Dhawan.According to an ANI report, in statements issued through his legal team, Bhagnani said the court’s “status quo” order applies to…
Drishyam 3, the much-awaited Malayalam film, is set to release the day after tomorrow, on May 21, and excitement is tremendous, thanks to the casting and the franchise’s insane popularity. The film will be released in the original Malayalam version as well as in the dubbed Tamil, Telugu and Kannada versions. The censor process was completed on time, and in this article, Bollywood Hungama will exclusively shed light on it.The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) passed all versions of Drishyam 3 from the Thiruvananthapuram office with a U/A 16+ certificate. Thankfully, no visual or audio cut has been ordered…