Rural communities in Nadroga/Navosa are set to benefit from improved business activity and stronger support for the forestry sector following the handover of a new 12-wheeler truck to local company Noibuli Investment. The vehicle was funded through the Government’s Integrated Human Resource Development Programme (IHRDP) to help strengthen rural enterprises, improve timber transportation, and create more sustainable income opportunities for families in the province. Assistant Minister for Commerce and Business Development Sachida Nand said the initiative demonstrates Government’s commitment to supporting small and medium-sized businesses while driving economic growth in rural communities. The truck, valued at around $195,000, was officially…
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Fiji and Kiribati have taken a major step in strengthening Pacific aquaculture cooperation after signing a landmark agreement focused on the farming and management of sandfish, a high-value sea cucumber species known locally in Fiji as Dairo. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Fiji’s Minister for Fisheries and Forests, Alitia Bainivalu, and Kiribati’s Minister for Fisheries and Ocean Resources, Ribanataake Tiwau. The agreement establishes a bilateral framework aimed at supporting sustainable aquaculture development while protecting marine ecosystems and biodiversity across the Pacific region. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Minister Bainivalu said the partnership reflects a wider regional commitment to…
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has reaffirmed Fiji’s commitment to closer ties with Ireland during a courtesy meeting with Ireland’s newly appointed non-resident Ambassador to Fiji, Fiona Flood. The meeting followed Ambassador Flood’s formal presentation of credentials to President Ratu Naiqama Lalabalavu. Discussions focused on areas of shared interest, including peacekeeping, climate action, sustainable development and cooperation through international platforms, particularly on issues affecting Small Island Developing States. Prime Minister Rabuka also acknowledged Ireland’s assistance through the European Union and welcomed further collaboration in climate resilience, disaster preparedness, water security and nature-based initiatives. Both sides highlighted the value of sports diplomacy…
The Magistrate Court will set the trial date in the against former Deputy Prime Minister Professor Biman Prasad next Thursday. He appeared at the Suva Magistrate Court before Magistrate Yogesh Prasad this morning. Professor Prasad faces a count of failure to comply with statutory disclosure requirements. He is also charged with providing false information in a statutory declaration, having allegedly recklessly submitted a declaration omitting his directorship, which rendered it materially false. It is alleged that on or about the 30th day of December 2015 in Suva, Prasad, as an office holder of the registered National Federation Party failed to…
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The Delhi High Court on Wednesday directed the Union government and the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to examine allegations that Dhurandhar The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh, may have violated provisions of the Official Secrets Act by allegedly revealing sensitive operational details linked to India’s armed forces.The matter came up before a Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia after a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed by Deepak Kumar, a Head Constable with the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). The petitioner raised concerns over the film’s content and claimed that certain scenes and references…
Filmmaker Rajkumar Hirani has unveiled the teaser of his upcoming streaming project Pritam and Pedro, offering audiences a glimpse into a quirky world filled with cybercrime, confusion, humour and unexpected chaos. Marking Hirani’s much-awaited OTT debut, the series is set to premiere on JioHotstar on July 3.The teaser introduces Vir Hirani as Pritam and Arshad Warsi as Pedro, two completely different personalities who appear to find themselves trapped in bizarre situations involving crime, misunderstandings and madness in Goa. The short preview hints at a chaotic yet entertaining ride packed with comedy, mystery and emotional warmth, elements often associated with Rajkumar…
Marathi cinema had a tough time in 2025, but in 2026, it is expected to set new records. Krantijyoti Vidyalay Marathi Madhyam, which released on the first day of the year, collected around Rs. 25 crores. Raja Shivaji continues to remain strong, collecting Rs. 93.10 crores in 18 days and marching towards the Rs. 100 crore mark. And now, another film, Deool Band 2, is all set to surprise. The devotional cum drama film releases in cinemas tomorrow, that is, Thursday, May 21 and is set for a huge opening.As per the data accessed by Bollywood Hungama, Deool Band 2…
Sidhant Gupta is all set to make his much-awaited South debut with Jr NTR’s upcoming film Dragon. The teaser revealed that Sidhant will be playing the role of Boby Sarkar, the Wazir of ATC and will also be seen essaying the role of Jr NTR’s brother in the film. Interestingly, sources also suggest that Tovino Thomas was initially supposed to play the role. While the makers are keeping details under wraps, Sidhant’s intense and striking look in the glimpse has already created excitement among audiences.Over the years, Sidhant Gupta has carved a space for himself by taking on unique and…
As their debut short film Gudgudi gears up for its screening at the Cannes Film Festival on May 20, filmmaker Manisha Makwana and producer Harshvardhan Patel of White Peacock Films have officially announced their next two feature film projects, marking a major milestone for the banner on the global stage.The first project is a folklore thriller centered around the chilling reality of witch hunting, with Manisha Makwana set to direct the feature, written by Yuvraj Gadhvi. Rooted in Indian folklore and social realities, the film aims to blend atmospheric storytelling with a hard-hitting narrative.The second announcement is a romantic drama…