Baravi calls on youths to stay away from meth
18-year-old Varinisese Baravi of Macuata is urging young people to stay away from methamphetamine, saying the dangerous drug is destroying lives, families and communities
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Former Hibiscus Queens return to support 70th Hibiscus Festival
Three former Hibiscus Queens will return as volunteers to help organise the 2026 Hibiscus Festival as the event celebrates its 70th anniversary.Festival Director Ellen Wh
About 2,000 attend Ram Leela celebrations at 125-yr-old Baba Ragho Vishnu Kuti Temple
About 2,000 people gathered at the Baba Ragho Vishnu Kuti Temple in Sawani, Nausori last night to enjoy the Ram Leela program.Minister for Defence, Pio Tikoduadua, who at
Fiji Muslim League launches 100th anniversary celebrations
The Fiji Muslim League has officially launched its 100th anniversary celebrations this evening at Suva Muslim College.During the launch, National President Basheer Ahmed
2026 FMF Duavata Carnival to kick off tomorrow in Labasa
Excitement is building in the North as preparations have been completed for the 2026 FMF Duavata Carnival, which begins tomorrow and will run until next Saturday at Subra
10 contestants finalised for Hibiscus Festival as two spots remain
Great news for Suva as 10 contestants have been finalised for this year’s Hibiscus Festival, with only two more spots left to fill.Organisers say they have receive
Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Adha today with prayers, sacrifice and unity
Muslims across Fiji and around the world are celebrating Eid-ul-Adha, one of the most significant occasions in Islam, with prayers, reflection, sacrifice and acts of kind
New animated film teaches children about Girmit history
A new animated film is helping teach children about the history of Indian indentured labourers in Fiji and the legacy they left behind. The English-language animation tit
Baisakhi celebrations begin at Samabula Sikh Temple, emphasising compassion towards all
The Head Priest of the Samabula Sikh Temple, Sandeep Singh says Baisakhi is being celebrated today as one of the most important and significant days for Sikhs around the
Sikh Community to celebrate Baisakhi today
The Sikh community will come together today to celebrate Baisakhi, one of the most significant festivals in Sikhism, at the Samabula Sikh Temple.Baisakhi marks the birth
Flood warnings for rivers in Ba, Lautoka and Nadi
A flood warning is now in force for all low-lying flood-prone areas adjacent to and downstream of Tuva River in Ba, all low-lying flood-prone areas adjacent to and dow
Sanatan Convention focuses on youth empowerment and social awareness
The 64th Sanatan Convention in Navua is not only celebrating religious and cultural traditions but is also actively empowering communities, especially young people, to be
LTA urges caution and responsible road use during long Easter weekend
The Land Transport Authority is calling on Fijians to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant on the roads this Easter long weekend, as traffic is expected to increa
Aanya Nandan crowned Miss Centennial and Charity Queen at TISI celebrations
Aanya Nandan has been crowned both Miss Centennial and Miss Charity Queen 2026 during the TISI Centennial Celebration.The Nadi Sangam SKM College student, stood out am
Tudravu calls for dedication and humility among police officers this Easter
Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu has called on police officers to fully commit to their calling to serve. In his Easter message, Tudravu says policing requires the ult
PM calls for unity, reconciliation and hope in Easter Message
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has called on Fijians to embrace unity, reconciliation and hope in his Easter message, highlighting the 'boundless inclusivity' of Jesus Ch
Hindus across Fiji celebrate Hanuman Jayanti today
Hindus across Fiji are joining devotees around the world in celebrating Hanuman Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman, today.Hanuman Jayanti honours Lord Hanuman
Hundreds gather at Muanivatu Ram Mandir to mark Ram Naumi celebration
Hundreds of devotees gathered at the Muanivatu Sanatan Dharam Ram Mandir today to mark the final day of Ram Naumi, celebrating with prayers, bhajans and traditional ritua
Fiji showcases culture at Bharat Tribes Fest in India
Fiji is showcasing its vibrant culture and traditions at the Bharat Tribes Fest 2026 currently underway in New Delhi, India. The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (IC
Sumeet Tappoo releases 'Ram Ji Ki Nagariya' for Ram Naumi
Fijian singer Sumeet Tappoo has released a special devotional song titled 'Ram Ji Ki Nagariya' in celebration of Ram Naumi, describing it as a long-cherished spiritual of
Drug and violence concerns highlighted during Ram Naumi
As Indo-Fijians around the country celebrate Ram Naumi, growing concerns over drug abuse and violence have taken centre stage during this year’s observance. The Sh