Fijians perform pure magic in Ayodhya
Shree Satsang Ramayan Mandali from Fiji led by Akhilesh Prasad, represented our country in the International Ramayan Festival in Ayodhya. A self-confessed Ramleela vet
Tag: Diwali
Cost of living and fireworks price-hike a concern for struggling residents
The increasing cost of living and higher firework prices is hanging over the heads of struggling Fijians this Diwali. Nausori resident, Avneel Singh says the increase
Time for our leaders to put national interest above self-interest – Prof. Prasad
National Federation Party Leader Professor Biman Prasad says this is a time for our leaders to put national interest above self-interest. While giving his Diwali messa
Traditional jewellery businesswoman plans to fulfill father's wishes this Diwali
Traditional jewellery businesswoman, Suman Prakash plans to fulfill her father’s wishes this Diwali by helping underprivileged and needy people. Prakash says sh
For many people faced with ever-rising cost of living, the Diwali celebrations will be quite subdued - Chaudhry
Fiji Labour Party Leader, Mahendra Chaudhry says he knows that for many people faced with ever-rising cost of living, the Diwali celebrations will be quite subdued. Ch
Let's extend a hand to help the needy and enjoy the festival with responsibility towards the vulnerable members of our communities - Akbar
Minister for Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation, Rosy Akbar says there are many families who may not be celebrating Diwali this year; therefore, she asks that we cel
Expect a wet Diwali as a heavy rain warning is in force
Expect a wet Diwali as a heavy rain warning is in force for the whole of the Fiji Group. The Weather Office says this is due to an extensive area of cloud and rain app
I thank God we live in a country where we can so openly celebrate and share in the traditions of all our fellow Fijians - PM
Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama says as we celebrate Diwali, he thanks God we live in a country where we can so openly celebrate and share in the traditions of all our
Colourful Diwali celebrations at Rishikul Primary School for students and teachers
It was a colourful Diwali celebration for the students and teachers of Rishikul Primary School today. The celebration saw several dances from the students and the pres
Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji Ba branch to celebrate Diwali with students today
Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fiji Ba branch together Ba Naari Sabha will be distributing sweets to about 300 students of selected schools in Ba which will be c
Suva City decked with Diwali lights
Suva City is decked in Diwali lights where people are even able to come with their families and friends, take photos, selfies at decorated spots in the brightened up City
Increase in prices of fireworks due to freight charges - Kumar
There has been an increase in the price of fireworks this year due to high freight charges, high inflation and less manufacturing. This has been highlighted by the Gen
We need to protect and honour individuals fundamental rights and freedom of worship- Gavoka
As we celebrate Diwali, we also emphasize the need to protect and honour the fundamental rights of individuals in exercising their rights and freedom of worship. This
Think practical this Diwali and adapt to environment friendly celebrations – Deo
A call has been made for Fijians to think practical this Diwali and adapt to environment friendly celebrations. While making this call Waste Recyclers Fiji Limited CEO
Everybody irrespective of race or religion enjoys Diwali – Balgovind
It was a night filled with dances, songs and other entertainment as hundreds of devotees gathered at the Sanatan Shiv Mandir Hall in Rewa Street last night to participate
About 300 people gathered to celebrate Diwali Utsav with the India Fiji Friendship Forum
About 300 people gathered last night to celebrate the Diwali Utsav with the India Fiji Friendship Forum at the University Of the South Pacific after a lapse of 2 years.
Singh and Sharma win Radio Sargam & Navtarang Diwali Sweets and Savouries competition
Madhu Singh and Anjalin Sharma have won the Radio Sargam and Navtarang Diwali Sweets and Savouries competition respectively with Golden Harvest Instant Dairy Fresh Milk P
16 people to battle to win the Navtarang/Radio Sargam Diwali Sweets and Savouries Competition
16 people have a chance to win the Navtarang and Radio Sargam Diwali Sweets and Savouries competition tomorrow. The sweets and savouries competition is based on the ta
Use fireworks between 5pm and midnight on Diwali
You can use fireworks from 5pm to midnight on Diwali on Tuesday. This has been confirmed by the Mineral Resources Department. You must be 18 years of age to purchas
Hindus in Fiji will not be affected by solar eclipse on the day of Diwali
The Shree Sanatan Dharm Purohit Brahman Maha Sabha Fiji has clarified Diwali will be on Tuesday and there will be no impact of the solar eclipse on Fiji on Diwali. Gen
Hungama Dance Group wins Navtarang/Sargam dance off competition
The Hungama Dance Group has won the Radio Navtarang and Radio Sargam dance off competition at Rups Mega in Nakasi, walking away with $1,000 prize money. The group was