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Manoa Kamikamica is expected to be sworn in today as Fiji’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Commerce, Trade and Communications. Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka confirmed the reappointment, saying the process was delayed only because the required documentation had not been completed. Rabuka said Kamikamica would be returning to a portfolio he is passionate about and expressed confidence in his leadership, adding that he had emerged from a challenging period stronger and more resilient. Kamikamica’s return to Cabinet follows the conclusion of recent court proceedings that cleared the way for his reappointment. The Prime Minister said the move reinforces the…
A 17 year old boy has been taken in for questioning in relation to the death of a 12-year old boy in Wailoku last week. The juvenile is currently being questioned with a guardian also present. The 29-year old who was earlier taken in for questioning has been released. Investigations continue. The post 17-yr-old questioned for the death of a 12-year-old boy appeared first on Fiji One News.
A Strong Wind Alert is now in force for parts of Fiji, as well as all Fiji waters, with strong winds expected to affect the country. Those in the affected areas are advised to stay informed, take necessary precautions, and secure loose items around homes and properties. Strong winds can create rough and hazardous sea conditions, particularly for small boats and vessels. Mariners are advised to exercise caution, avoid unnecessary travel where conditions are unsafe, and ensure boats and equipment are properly secured. If you are already at sea, monitor weather conditions closely and follow advice from relevant authorities. Please…
The Fiji Women’s Crisis Centre (FWCC) has reinforced its partnership with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) through a presentation aimed at improving support for survivors of violence. The session, held on 30 July, was delivered to the ODPP’s Sexual Crimes Division by FWCC Manager Legal Miliana Tarai and Counsellor Supervisor Elina Cagilaba. The presentation outlined the Centre’s counselling services, referral procedures, support available to complainants, and how counselling assists survivors throughout the criminal justice process. It also created an opportunity for both organisations to discuss ways of strengthening coordination between counselling and legal services, including referral…
The Ministry of Fisheries has extended the period allowing the harvest and trade of sea cucumbers, commonly known as beche-de-mer, until 31 January 2027. The extension, made under the Offshore Fisheries Management Regulations 2014, means harvesting and processing can continue from 1 August 2026 through to the end of January next year. However, the Ministry has maintained restrictions on several protected species listed under CITES Appendix II. These include Black teatfish, White teatfish, Golden sandfish, Amber fish, Sandfish and Prickly redfish, which remain prohibited from harvest and export. The Ministry has also reminded fishers that anyone harvesting, landing, selling, dealing…
Actor Rashmika Mandanna has shared a candid health update with fans, revealing that she is recovering from a painful hip injury that forced her to take an unexpected break from work. After being away from social media for some time, the actor returned with an emotional Instagram post explaining the reason behind her absence and reassuring fans that she is on the road to recovery.Along with the note, Rashmika posted a series of photographs from her recovery at home, including selfies, moments with her pet dogs, puzzle-solving sessions, desserts and thoughtful gifts she received from well-wishers. Rashmika explains her injury…
Following the success of The Railway Men, YRF Entertainment is preparing to bring another real-life story of courage and resilience to audiences. The digital content division of Yash Raj Films is developing Tunnel Men, a new series inspired by the 2023 Uttarakhand tunnel rescue that captured nationwide attention and became one of India’s most remarkable rescue missions in recent years. The upcoming series is based on the rescue operation that saw 41 workers trapped inside the collapsed Silkyara tunnel in Uttarakhand for more than two weeks. The challenging mission involved extensive planning, coordination, and determination before all the workers were…
Actor Shruti Haasan has approached the Bombay High Court seeking protection of her personality and publicity rights, alleging widespread misuse of her identity through AI-generated content, deepfake videos, fake endorsements and unauthorised merchandise.The commercial suit names several Indian and international entities, social media platforms and unidentified individuals, commonly referred to as John Doe defendants, for allegedly facilitating or hosting content that infringes her rights.Justice Abhay Ahuja has granted Haasan leave under Clause XII of the Letters Patent to institute the commercial suit. The permission was required because part of the alleged cause of action falls outside the territorial jurisdiction of…
Optimystix Entertainment is ready to enter a new phase as it is set to come up with its public issue on August 7. For Vipul D Shah, Founder and Chairman, Optimystix Entertainment, this represents both a moment of pride and a much larger responsibility. “Optimystix has been built over more than 25 years, from producing some of India’s most successful television programmes to expanding into Films, OTT, animation and digital content. Personally, it is gratifying to see a company that we started with a strong creative ambition now preparing to enter the public markets. At the same time, a public…