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Ayodhya invokes a lot of yearning and devotion in Fijian Hindus, says Prof. Prasad

Prof. Prasad is on a week-long visit to India and is the first foreign leader to visit Ayodhya after the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony at Shri Ram Janambhoomi Mandir on 22 January 2024.

Focus on masculinity and counselling in the Pacific

The anger and frustration of not being understood may also lead to unwanted violence against women and children.

Fiji’s Deputy PM Biman Prasad to be first foreign leader to visit Shri Ram Janambhoomi Mandir in Ayodhya

He will participate in programmes in the Indian National Capital New Delhi, Goa, Ayodhya and Ahmedabad.

What has 2024 in store for the Pacific?

The Pacific will play a small part in the year in which more than half of the global population will go to the polls.

Fiji steadfast in addressing climate change with an emphasis on gender inclusivity

“We need greater representation of women in climate-related decision-making at all levels, ensuring that women can influence climate strategies."

Fiji hopeful of increased Indian investments in tourism, healthcare, and film-making

"Fiji is held in high esteem in India because they say our diaspora live in Fiji.”

Canadian drug cartels damaging Fiji and Australia through meth

The drug consignments are dropped off at sea and then picked up and transported further to another destination.

Fiji’s Defence and Security Review is a pivotal step towards stability

The announcement of this review barely one year into the new government’s term underscores the high priority that Tikoduadua, a former military officer, has placed on this undertaking. 

India helps launch solar generation system in Pacific countries

An 18.25 kW solar generation system has been launched at the Fiji State House, that will supply the state house with an annual energy production of approximately 20,000 units of electricity.

‘We don’t know what tomorrow will bring’: How climate change is affecting Fijians’ mental health

Across the globe, it’s clear people and cultures with strong place-based attachments are especially vulnerable to the mental health effects of climate change, sometimes called “eco-grief”.

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Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan extends free public transport, slashes fares to half

Under the plan, free trains, trams and buses — originally due to end in April — will now continue until June 1. From that date, fares will be reduced by 50 per cent through to the end of 2026.

PM Modi says opposition “let Indian women down” after quota bill fails in Parliament

The constitutional amendment fell short of the required two-thirds majority, with 298 MPs voting in favour and 230 against, marking a rare legislative setback for the government.

Taxi and rideshare sting operation in Perth exposes safety breaches and fare gouging

The operation, led by the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure alongside WA Police and the Australian Federal Police, targeted more than 100 vehicles over four hours at Perth Airport.
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