Court

Prosecution attempts to consolidate drug charges against 13

The prosecution’s attempt to consolidate drug charges against 13 individuals today before the Lautoka High Court hit a roadblock as defense lawyers insisted on full disclosures before entertaining the motion for consolidation.

February 16, 2024 5:03 pm
 

Court

Alleged M-PAiSA scammer granted bail

A woman accused of fraudulently acquiring $402 in Back-to-School assistance through another person’s M-PAiSA account has been released on bail.

February 16, 2024 4:56 pm
 

Court

Man remanded for alleged sexual assault on minor

A 25-year-old man who allegedly sexually assaulted and unlawfully wounded his 3-year-old step-daughter has been remanded in custody.

February 16, 2024 4:53 pm
 

News

Police notes an increase in crimes against women

A 10 percent increase has been recorded in the overall crime rate for the month of January due to an increase in crimes against women and a significant increase in the number of illicit drug cases.

February 16, 2024 4:47 pm
 

News

FNPF targets reforms for retirement fund stability

The Fiji National Provident Fund addressed a critical issue plaguing pensioners whereby they were retiring with sums below $20,000 in their retirement funds.

February 16, 2024 4:38 pm
 

News

Flash flood warning remains in Force for Fiji

A flash flood warning remains in force for flood prone areas, small streams and low-lying crossings for the whole of Fiji.

February 16, 2024 4:30 pm
 

News

Climate change impact assessment is vital: Ro Filipe

Climate change impact assessment should be a key focus and priority when undergoing plans for major developments around the country.

February 16, 2024 4:20 pm
 

Business

12 entrepreneurs receive Drua Innovation Small grant

12 entrepreneurs, owners of Small and Medium Enterprises, have been collectively awarded approximately $90,000 to expand their businesses.

February 16, 2024 4:15 pm
 

Business

Emirates Hotel to reopen soon

A $14 million-dollar deal has been signed between the Maharaj Group PTE Limited and the Emirates Hotel in Nadi.

February 16, 2024 4:04 pm
 

Health

Children face triple threat: UNICEF

Children in Fiji are facing a worrying triple burden of malnutrition, says UNICEF Pacific Representative Jonathan Veitch.

February 16, 2024 12:50 pm
 

News

94 percent increase in drug cases

Drug cases for the month of January recorded a significant 94 percent increase, as 169 illicit drug cases were registered compared to 87 for the same period last year.

February 16, 2024 12:43 pm
 

Court

Production order issued for woman accused of assaulting daughter

A production order has been issued for the woman who allegedly assaulted her daughter earlier this month in Nasinu.

February 16, 2024 12:37 pm

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