As Pacific nations face increasing threats from transnational organised crime, customs leaders from across the region are gathering in Fiji this week to strengthen cooperation aimed at protecting borders and safeguarding Pacific communities. The issue comes amid growing concern over the Pacific’s vulnerability to international criminal networks, with recent large-scale narcotics seizures exposing how maritime and aviation routes across the region are increasingly being targeted for illicit activities. From 2 to 4 June, customs leaders from 24 Pacific administrations will meet in Fiji for the 28th Annual Conference of the Oceania Customs Organisation (OCO), with discussions expected to focus heavily…
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The Fiji Airways Men’s 7s team suffered their first loss of the Valladolid 7s tournament after going down to hosts Spain in their final pool match, but the defeat did little to derail their campaign as they bounced back in emphatic fashion to secure a place in the semi-finals. After opening their tournament with wins over France and the USA, Fiji were edged by a spirited Spanish side in front of their home crowd, allowing Spain to finish on top of Pool C. Despite the setback, Fiji had already done enough in their earlier matches to qualify for the Cup…
A new Joint Maritime Task Force for the Mamanuca and Malolo island groups has been established following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Fiji Police Force and the Mamanuca Marine Protection Initiative. The agreement was signed in Lautoka on Thursday, 28 May 2026, by Commissioner of Police Rusiate Tudravu and Mamanuca Marine Protection Initiative Directors Paula Waqanikalou and Kevin Rotsaert. The collaboration marks a public-private partnership designed to strengthen maritime operations in the region by boosting resources, improving infrastructure, and enhancing response capabilities. It also aims to address current challenges in maritime policing while supporting more…
Netflix India’s romantic comedy series The Royals is set to undergo a significant creative shift in its second season. According to an exclusive report by Variety India, filmmaker Jasmeet K. Reen has been brought on board to direct the upcoming season of the Ishaan Khatter-led show.Reen, who made her directorial debut with the critically acclaimed film Darlings in 2022, will take over directing responsibilities from Nupur Asthana. Asthana, who helmed the first season alongside Priyanka Ghose, is understood to have stepped away from the project due to prior commitments. She is currently working on another Netflix series backed by Ekta…
Actress Celina Jaitly has been served with two legal notices by her husband Peter Haag and his father, Wolfgang J. Haag, according to a statement issued by Mumbai-based law firm Semwal & Co., Advocates & Solicitors.The notices have reportedly been sent in connection with statements and allegations that the Haag family claims have been circulated through social media platforms, interviews, digital publications, and other media channels in recent months.According to the statement, one notice has been issued by Wolfgang J. Haag in his capacity as Peter Haag’s father and the grandfather of the couple’s children. The second notice has been…
Actors Shiny Doshi and Abhishek Kumar have completed filming for the first season of Ishk Dum Aur Idli Rasam, the television show produced by Ekta Kapoor. The actors shared the update through a video from the set, where they informed viewers that they were shooting their final scene together for the season. In the clip, the duo reflected on their experience working on the show and thanked the cast, crew, and audience for their support.Describing it as their last shot together for the season, both actors spoke about the memories they created during the production. The video also captured behind-the-scenes…
Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur and composer A.R. Rahman have announced a new collaboration titled Masoom: The New Generation, a contemporary film inspired by Kapur’s 1983 classic Masoom. The project marks another creative partnership between Kapur and Rahman, who have previously worked together on projects such as Elizabeth: The Golden Age, Bombay Dreams, and Why? The Musical. For the new film, Rahman will not only compose the music but will also serve as a co-producer.According to the makers, Masoom: The New Generation will examine themes of family, identity, love, and migration in a contemporary setting while retaining the emotional foundation associated with…
Actor Deepak Tijori has spoken out in support of his longtime friend and Aashiqui co-star Rahul Roy, dismissing recent speculation surrounding the actor’s health and well-being.Rahul Roy has been in the spotlight in recent weeks after several social media videos featuring him went viral. The clips sparked mixed reactions online, with some fans expressing concern about his physical condition and speech, while others criticized the content. The discussions gained momentum due to Rahul’s history of a brain stroke in 2020, from which he has been recovering over the past few years.Amid the ongoing conversation, Deepak Tijori has clarified that there…
Vashu Bhagnani has been in the news over the past few weeks after initiating legal proceedings against the makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai over the alleged unauthorised use of the songs Chunari Chunari and Ishq Sona Hai from Biwi No. 1. The producer has claimed that the iconic tracks have been used without his authorisation, allegedly amounting to copyright infringement. Now, Bollywood Hungama has exclusively learned that the veteran producer may be staring at another major legal flashpoint this time involving PVR Inox Ltd.A source told Bollywood Hungama, “PVR Inox Ltd, which also has a distribution arm…
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has weighed in on the ongoing controversy involving Ranveer Singh, Excel Entertainment, and the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) over Don 3. The director took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his views on the dispute, expressing support for Ranveer Singh and questioning FWICE’s decision to issue a non-cooperation directive against the actor.The controversy began after reports emerged that Ranveer Singh had exited Don 3, leading to a dispute with producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment. According to reports, the production house alleged that the actor’s withdrawal resulted in losses of nearly…