Government is set to move a motion in Parliament today, to suspend key Standing Orders to allow Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka to proceed with the First Reading of the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026. According to Parliament’s order of business, the Leader of the Government in Parliament will move, pursuant to Standing Order 6(1), for Standing Orders 6(5) and 92 to be suspended. The proposed suspension would allow the Prime Minister to proceed with the First Reading of the Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2026. The motion also seeks to keep the two Standing Orders suspended until the conclusion of the Bill’s Third…
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The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has bolstered its forward stocks ahead of the 2027 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific season with the signing of experienced Flying Fijian and Nadroga stalwart Manueli Ratuniyarawa. The move marks a significant milestone for the former police officer, who has spent years developing his game with the Nadroga Stallions and now gets his opportunity to showcase his talents on the professional stage. Ratuniyarawa will also make history as the first player from Korotogo village in Nadroga to join the Drua, adding another proud chapter to a rugby journey that saw him become the first…
The Fiji National Rugby League (FNRL) Board has confirmed the activation of an Independent Safeguarding Commission to review internal administrative and workplace protection concerns within the organization. In a statement, the Board said the Commission was established on 21 September 2026 and comprises representatives connected with the Ministry of Youth and Sports, the Fiji National Sports Commission, Pherrus Financial Services Fiji, and an independent legal counsel. According to the FNRL, the Commission will operate as an independent advisory body responsible for conducting detailed fact-finding, root-cause analysis, and reviewing corporate governance practices. The Board said the Commission’s primary role is to…
Fijian speedster Setareki Bituniyata has been named the French Pro D2 Player of the Year for the 2025/26 season, adding another major accolade to an outstanding campaign in one of Europe’s most competitive rugby leagues. The former Fiji Airways Men’s National 7s representative emerged ahead of fellow nominees Raymond Nu’u of Colomiers and Michael Ruru of Vannes to claim the prestigious award. Bituniyata delivered a season to remember, scoring 14 tries in 27 appearances and finishing sixth on the league’s try-scoring list. His influence extended far beyond crossing the try line, with the dynamic outside back leading the competition in…
Jackie Shroff and Sharad Kelkar are set to headline the upcoming rural horror film Kaali Kheti, which is scheduled to arrive in theatres on October 23, 2026. The makers have announced the release date with the unveiling of the film’s first poster, offering a glimpse into the eerie world of the Haris Imtiyaz Khan directorial.Starring Jackie Shroff, Sharad Kelkar and Neha Sargam in pivotal roles, Kaali Kheti is set against a rural backdrop and brings together elements of horror, family and buried secrets. While the newly released poster establishes an ominous mood, it deliberately keeps the central mystery of the…
Sparsh Shrivastava’s character Bhugol in Dupahiya Season 2 carries more than just the aspirations of a small-town dreamer. As the character steps into a new phase of his life and begins navigating newfound fame, Bollywood and its iconic stars become an important part of how he expresses himself. Sparsh has now revealed how actors including Govinda, Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit influenced Bhugol’s personality in the upcoming season.According to Sparsh, several familiar Bollywood references were consciously incorporated into Bhugol’s character, reflecting his fascination with films and stars. The actor particularly pointed to Govinda as an inspiration for a mandir sequence…
Singer Jubin Nautiyal has embraced a new role in his personal life as he and his wife have welcomed their first child, a baby boy. The singer confirmed the arrival of their son and shared that both his wife and the newborn are doing well. The couple welcomed their first child on September 14, which coincided with Ganesh Chaturthi. The announcement comes around five months after reports of Jubin’s private wedding surfaced in April, when details about his personal life became a talking point among fans. Jubin Nautiyal confirms birth of baby boy Speaking to Bombay Times, Jubin confirmed that…
Thirteen years after its theatrical release, Hansal Mehta’s National Award-winning biographical drama Shahid has finally found a streaming home. The Rajkummar Rao-starrer is now available on Prime Video, bringing the critically acclaimed film to a wider audience after years of limited digital availability.Released in 2013, Shahid is based on the life of lawyer and human rights activist Shahid Azmi, who was assassinated in Mumbai in 2010. Rajkummar Rao plays the titular character, with Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Prabhleen Sandhu and Baljinder Kaur in supporting roles.The film earned major recognition at the 61st National Film Awards. Hansal Mehta won Best Director, while…
The team of the Marathi film Gondhal met Hon’ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis to discuss the film’s journey after being selected as India’s official entry to the Oscars. The meeting was initiated by filmmaker and IFTDA President Ashoke Pandit and led by Ameet Satam, President, BJP Mumbai. The delegation made an appeal to the Chief Minister to extend financial and infrastructural support to the makers of Gondhal, particularly for the film’s promotional and representation-related activities in the United States.Written, directed and produced by Santosh Davakhar, Gondhal is produced by Diksha Davakhar. With the film now representing India on an international…