183 articles tagged "diwali"
The Navtarang and Radio Sargam Diwali Dress-up Competition sponsored by Rups Big Bear came to an exciting close with participants showcasing vibrant creativity and deep cultural pride. 26-year-old Artika Archana Ch
Nadali, Nausori resident Lalita Singh always looks forward to Diwali every year as it is a special time when she reunites with her loved ones and shares the bond of kindness and happiness. Singh says she always ref
The important role of the Diwali festival is to preserve our cultural identity and transferring it to the next generation. This was highlighted by the Indian High Commissioner to Fiji, Shri Karthigeyan who says suc
By following the path of righteousness (dharm) and embracing the teachings of our sacred scriptures, we can illuminate our lives and people around us. This is the Diwali message of the National Secretary of the Sh
As the festival of lights, Diwali, is just a few days away, the Fiji Police Force Headquarters celebrated Diwali with its members showcasing the nation’s rich cultural diversity. Acting Commissioner of Police, Sa
More than one hundred people had gathered to attend the Diwali Utsav organized by the India-Fiji Friendship Forum at the Kshatriya Hall last night. While officiating the Diwali celebrations, the Deputy Prime Mini
As we approach Diwali, an Indo-Fijian family living in Canada is missing the way they used to celebrate Diwali in Fiji. Former Fiji resident Sharin Chandra, who now resides in Canada, says the Indo-Fijian families
Punjas have launched their new biscuit called Zeera Bites for their customers to enjoy this Diwali. Punjas says these savoury crackers, packed with the goodness of cumin seeds, are 100 percent vegetarian and offer
As we approach Diwali, a 65-year-old woman from Lokia Nausori, shares her story of how she celebrates her Diwali with people in old age homes and children living on the streets by providing sweets and food to those who
Minister for Home Affairs , Pio Tikoduadua today conveyed his best wishes for Diwali saying that through this festival of lights, we will all share love, peace and co-exist in harmony. Tikoduadua highlighted
Togetherness is the main teaching during Diwali while youths are urged to refrain from using drugs as they must think twice about the consequences before taking such steps. This is the Diwali message from Shree San
We need to reflect on the victory of light from darkness through our community as we celebrate Diwali this year. Commander of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces, Major General Ro Jone Kalouniwai highlighted this
The festival of Naraka Chaturdashi also know as Choti Diwali is an annual Hindu festival celebrated the day before Diwali as thousands of devotees in Fiji will worship Lord Krishna who had killed the demon Narakasura.
The Land Transport Authority and Fiji Police Force are stepping up joint operations on road safety to ensure an accident-free Diwali weekend. Enforcement teams have been working round-the-clock in the Central-Easte
While celebrating Diwali with the students of Vashist Muni Memorial Primary School in Navua Minister for Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations, Agni Deo Singh urged them to be the light of the world through
With Diwali just around the corner preparation has started today with the Dhanteras celebration. fijivillage News spoke to some people out and about in Suva today on what Diwali means to them. Kavita Chandra f
People have been reminded about the importance of fire safety and how they can take extra precautions to avoid unwanted fire incidents during Diwali and into December. 145 structural fire incidents were recorded co
No elderly person should join any old age home when they feel that their lives have stopped because their families have decided to stop taking care of them. This was highlighted by USP Linguist Rajendra Prasad whil
As thousands of Hindus in Fiji are celebrating Dhanteras today, Fijians are being reminded to pray for the less fortunate and if possible, assist them in any way they can. Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha of Fi
We need to put aside all the hatred and judgement this Diwali and focus on appreciating the people around us. That is the message of Charles Taylor, General Manager of Communications Fiji Limited parent company of
