A fiery exchange has erupted on social media between Bryan Max and Mikhail Rodrigues, known as the Guyanese Critic, drawing significant public attention. Max initiated the confrontation with a provocative statement, declaring, “In 2 weeks’ time, Guyanese Critic will kneel in my office and beg not to be sent to jail for that pump station […]
A 21-year-old woman, Nikita Grant, has been reported missing since August 18. Grant, who resides at Lot 6 Mount Sinai in New Amsterdam, was last seen by her family as she left for work at C&M Bakery, also located in New Amsterdam. A report has been lodged with local police, and family members are urgently […]
Rawle Toney Wrote Via Social Media : It has been three days since the tragic death of 19-year-old jockey Keshawn Periera at the Rising Sun Turf Club during the penultimate race of this year’s Guyana Cup, yet there has been no official statement from the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, nor any condolences from […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports : A 37-year-old Berbice man, Mahendra Paltoo, has been sentenced to 13 years in prison after pleading guilty to manslaughter for the 2022 killing of his wife, Oma Davi Virasammy. The incident occurred on November 6, 2022, during a domestic dispute at their home, where Paltoo attacked Virasammy with a […]
Big Smith News Watch Reports : Truck driver David Ragnauth, who fled after fatally hitting 22-year-old Alex Persaud on August 13, is set to appear in court for causing death by dangerous driving. Persaud was crossing the Supply Public Road when Ragnauth, reportedly speeding, collided with another truck before running him over and fleeing the […]
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has enhanced its mobility with the addition of 21 new Toyota Hilux Double Cab pickups and 20 Honda XR 150 motorcycles. The vehicles were acquired by the Government of Guyana through the Ministry of Home Affairs. The handing-over ceremony took place at the Tactical Services Unit, attended by Police Commissioner […]
The People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) is urging Region Ten residents to vote for the party in the upcoming elections on September 1. Juan Edghill made the appeal during a meeting with local business leaders, stating that the party aims to secure over 11,000 votes, a significant increase from the 3,162 votes received in the […]
I News Guyana Reports : The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) is investigating the fatal accident at Supply, East Bank Demerara, that claimed the life of 23-year-old Alex Persaud. Traffic Officer Assistant Superintendent Michael Ramdas confirmed that findings from the traffic department were handed to the CID, which is treating the case as a possible homicide. […]
APNU Presidential Candidate Aubrey Norton announced a housing plan aimed at Guyanese aged 18 and older who earn less than $300,000 to $400,000 per month. At a rally in Lethem, he pledged that eligible individuals would receive a free house lot under an APNU-led government. Norton emphasized the party’s commitment to empowering citizens, stating, “We […]
The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) and the Joint Services reaffirm their commitment to safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty and ensuring citizen safety. In a recent statement, they emphasized that every mission—whether defending borders, upholding the law, or responding to emergencies—is conducted with professionalism and integrity. The Joint Services serve all Guyanese impartially, regardless of politics, religion, […]
Dr. Mahendra Carpen, Head of Internal Medicine and Cardiology at Georgetown Public Hospital, is advocating for innovative training methods to tackle Guyana’s healthcare worker shortage. He highlighted that the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated this global issue but believes solutions lie in adapting training approaches. Citing a heart surgeon in South India who trains local housewives to […]
President Dr. Irfaan Ali has unveiled a comprehensive housing plan for the Soesdyke-Linden Highway aimed at providing residents with land titles, homes, and essential amenities. Speaking at a public meeting in Silver Hill, he emphasized the need for organized community development. To facilitate this, the PPP/C government plans to establish a dedicated unit within the […]
The PPP/C has announced plans for a state-of-the-art aviation school in its 2025 manifesto, aiming to train and certify local personnel, including pilots and engineers. Launched at the Pegasus Corporate Center, the manifesto highlights that the facility will reduce the need for costly overseas training and will be developed in collaboration with the private sector, […]
Heart disease continues to pose a significant threat to the population of Guyana, particularly among younger individuals. Dr. Mahendra Carpen, Head of Internal Medicine and Cardiology at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), is urging routine health screenings starting as early as age 25 to combat this growing concern. In a recent episode of the […]
The Guyana Police Force is appealing to the public for assistance in identifying a suspect wanted for an alleged break and enter and larceny at the Cellphone King Electronic store. The incident occurred between 5:00 PM on August 18, 2025, and 4:40 AM on August 19, 2025, at the store located at Lot 29 Stelling […]
Charles Albert Mackinnon, a 62-year-old originally from Guyana, is seeking assistance in reconnecting with his family after being separated for over 40 years. Mackinnon left Guyana at the age of 20 during a time of crisis and subsequently arrived in Venezuela, where he faced significant challenges, including language barriers and isolation. Update || The Family […]
Jesse Gibbs, a 36-year-old security guard employed at the Diamond New Housing Scheme, was arrested on August 17, 2025, and subsequently charged on August 20 with discharging a loaded firearm within 100 yards of a public way. The charge, filed under Section 153(1) of the Summary Jurisdiction Act, Chapter 8:02, was brought before His Worship […]
News Room Guyana Reports : PPP General Secretary Bharrat Jagdeo expressed satisfaction with the Carter Center’s pre-election report, noting it found no evidence of a “padded” voter list, countering claims from the opposition. He welcomed the report’s acknowledgment of a generally peaceful campaign. Jagdeo highlighted some omissions in the report, mentioning several incidents involving the […]
The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has announced a ban on cell phones inside polling stations for the September 1 elections to protect ballot secrecy and combat vote selling. In a statement, GECOM emphasized that this measure aims to ensure that citizens can vote freely and without influence. Concerns over the photographing of ballots, which facilitates […]
News Source Guyana Reports : The Carter Center, monitoring Guyana’s upcoming elections, has expressed concern about local banks potentially over-compliance with U.S. sanctions leading to the closure of accounts for candidates of the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party. This action, the Center argues, undermines political participation and electoral integrity. Following the approval of WIN’s […]
