No new Covid deaths; 8 in ICU
Data released from the Ministry of Health today shows that there were no new Covid-related deaths recorded within the last 24-hours, leaving the country’s...
Pedal cyclist struck down and killed by truck in La Penitence accident
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 57-year-old female pedal cyclist who lost her life in a road accident which occurred...
More teachers, students need to be vaccinated for a “very safe” school environment –...
A number of teachers in the public school system have still not yet been immunised against COVID-19, and Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony...
Pfizer now available as booster to Sputnik V
Following a scientific evaluation, the Ministry of Health announced on Monday that the United States-manufactured Pfizer vaccine is now available as a booster for...
Plans to set up Local Content Secretariat moving apace
The landmark passage of the Local Content Bill 21 of 2021 has paved the way for the establishment of a Local Content Secretariat, which...
High-level Commonwealth delegation in Guyana
President Dr Irfaan Ali and senior members of his cabinet today met with a team from the Commonwealth Secretariat led by its Secretary-General, Rt...
Bonasika Tragedy: Grandmother foresees struggle to maintain surviving children
By: La'Wanda McAllister
Less than a week after 35-year-old Seematie Chandra called “Nanda”, a farmer, and her six-year-old daughter Christine Sookdeo called “Pretty” were killed...
Georgetown Mayor wants trade-off with GRA over millions of dollars in debt owed
Mayor of Georgetown Ubraj Narine wants to have millions in debts owed by the City Council to the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) written off,...
Family of wife abuser claims he was also assaulted by wife, calls for justice
The family of a man who has allegedly beaten his partner, causing her skull to fracture and her arm to break, is now claiming...
Relatives of pensioner killed in November hit-and-run still seeking justice
Relatives of a 78-year-old pensioner who was killed in a hit-and-run accident on Lamaha Street in the vicinity of Waterloo Street, North Cummingsburg, Georgetown...
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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...