Housing, educational opportunities & improved healthcare high on agenda for GDF ranks – President
President Dr Irfaan Ali promised ranks of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) that they will benefit from programmes designed to enhance the quality of...
2 more Covid deaths, 62 new cases
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has announced that two more persons who tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) have died. This takes the...
Surinamese Gov’t says there is no agreement against granting Muri PGGS by Guyana
- There is no agreement between Guyana and Suriname against the granting of an aerial Permission for a Geological and Geophysical Survey (PGGS)...
Draft law proposing manslaughter charge, increased jail time & fines for drunk drivers
– bar owners who sell to intoxicated drivers to also feel the heat
Draft amendments to the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Act, as well...
Contractors urged to complete ‘midtown highway’ by August
The government has urged the contractors to expedite works on the $1.8 billion "midtown highway" connecting the East Coast Highway from Conversation Tree to...
Govt’s development model aimed at generating sustainable wealth – President Ali
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has called out the propagandistic narrative being peddled by naysayers who seek to discredit the government’s efforts to bring...
Govt to develop online portal for youths to register training interest – President
President Dr Irfaan Ali today announced plans to develop an online portal to allow young people who have specific training needs in all areas,...
Police arrest prime suspect in Canje armed robberies
As investigations continue into the armed robbery at Canje, Berbice, the Police were successful in apprehending the prime suspect who has since confessed to...
17 Plant Operators trained as GWI embarks on Massive Water Treatment Expansion Project
In light of massive plans to improve to water quality across the coast via the establishment of 13 new water treatment plants and 10...
In memory of the Lusignan massacre victims…Inter-faith service planned to observe 8th anniversary
The Indian Action Committee (IAC) today said it will be holding an inter-faith service on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 in commemoration of the eighth...
Recent Articles
Colours of India store on fire
Colours of India, a popular Indian clothing store located at Bath Settlement, Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) is on fire.
Firefighters are currently battling the blaze.
INews will...
DEMTOCO announces after-tax-profit of $2.27B amid rise in cigarette smuggling
At the 90th Annual General Meeting held today at the Marriott Hotel, Demerara Tobacco Company Limited (DEMTOCO), a leader in the tobacco industry, shared...
CARICOM should explore joint legislation to improve cricket governance – Pres. Ali
Chairman of CARICOM and President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has signalled a call for common legislation in the region to streamline and strengthen the...
Guyana partners with World Bank to modernise TVET sector
The Ministry of Education has embarked on aligning TVET with current and future labor market demands at both secondary and post-secondary education levels.
A critical...
Brazil to lend expertise to Guyana in fighting wildfires
In light of the recent wildfires which have devastated several areas across the country, the Guyana Government has solicited assistance from Brazil for training...
Essequibo resident, Vera Florence, celebrates 100th birthday
Nestled in the heart of Queenstown, a remarkable soul celebrates 100 years on earth. Vera Florence Venture, a name synonymous with resilience and community...
Over 3,000 persons already registered for PPP/C Congress – GS Jagdeo
The 32nd Congress of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is set for May 3-5, 2024 at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre.
The Congress is the...
Over 190 families squatting at East Coast, East Bank relocated this year – Croal
The government has relocated over 190 families who were squatting in the Success Housing Scheme, East Coast Demerara, and the riverbank along the East...
Jagdeo raps G/town city council for dereliction of duty
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has flayed the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) of Georgetown for its abject neglect...
T&T’s trade mission seeks investment opportunities locally
A visiting trade mission from Trinidad and Tobago has been informed of the numerous, endless opportunities Guyana has to offer in various sectors.
The 19-member...