HGP NIGHTLY NEWS REPORTS – Pandit Walks Free After Court Upholds No-Case Submission. A 67-year-old farmer and businessman, Khemraj Persaud, also known as “Pandit,” walked free today after a magistrate upheld a no-case submission at the conclusion of the preliminary inquiry into the murder of Chormanie Tulsie, called Anits. The ruling was delivered at the […]
Ms. Shondelle Hercules, the Regional Education Officer, has issued a statement to address misleading information circulating on social media regarding the condition of the Anna Regina Secondary School Dormitory. The statement responds to a post dated January 13, 2026, which included outdated images purportedly depicting the dormitory’s condition. Hercules emphasized that these images do not […]
Susan Rodrigues, the Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, has issued a pointed letter addressing allegations made against her by Azruddin Mohamed, a political party leader currently facing serious charges in the United States, including money laundering and fraud. In her letter to the editor, Rodrigues stated that she has cooperated fully and […]
The Essequibo Islands – West Demerara Chamber of Commerce and Industry (R3CCI) has expressed strong condemnation regarding the arrest and cybercrime charges laid against Region Three businessman Stanley Basdeo. His arrest followed the publication of a TikTok video where he voiced frustration about delays in obtaining a firearm license and referenced alleged bribery, without naming […]
The Competition and Consumers Affairs Commission (CCAC) reported a significant increase in complaints for the year 2025, receiving a total of 506 complaints, with 156 specifically related to the auto industry, encompassing sales, repairs, and parts. The complaints against the auto sector alone amounted to over G$312 million. In a statement, the CCAC highlighted the […]
Attorney General Anil Nandlall SC has urged significant reforms to elevate professional standards within Guyana’s legal profession, advocating for stricter induction requirements for new lawyers and enhanced disciplinary measures for misconduct. Speaking at the Opening of the Law Year 2026 on Tuesday, Nandlall underscored the critical role that the legal profession plays in society, asserting […]
The Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA) has issued a Contravention Notice for the immediate closure of an unauthorized supermarket operating at Lot 22, part of Area “L,” Bel Air Village, Plantation Bel Air. In an official statement, CH&PA indicated that the notice was issued under Section 22 of the Town and Country Planning Act, […]
The driver involved in the fatal crash that claimed the life of 22-year-old Lakhram Etwaroo has been apprehended after initially fleeing the scene. The incident occurred on Sunday around 11:00 AM when Sumesh James, a resident of Number 36 Village, was driving his vehicle, with license plate PXX 9161, and had Etwaroo as a passenger. […]
The Ministry of Home Affairs has announced a three-month amnesty period for motorists to adhere to the newly enacted Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic (Tint) Regulations 2026. Officially gazetted on January 1, 2026, the new tint law aims to regulate window tinting on vehicles across the country. During the amnesty period, which runs until April […]
Two men were taken into custody on Monday night following the discovery of a firearm and ammunition in their vehicle during an intelligence-led police operation. The suspects, identified as a 42-year-old taxi driver from East La Penitence and a 23-year-old labourer from Tucville, Georgetown, were apprehended around 11:40 PM along Heroes Highway near the Anteater […]
As the High Court prepares to convene in Demerara starting Tuesday, January 13, 2026, a comprehensive list of criminal cases, encompassing serious offences from murder to sexual crimes, awaits judicial attention. The Official Gazette reveals hundreds of cases awaiting trial or decision before March, including several high-profile murder cases and numerous rape charges. Notably absent […]
Authorities are investigating a suspected murder-suicide that took place on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, between 5:00 AM and 8:15 AM at a guest house on Lime Street, Wortmanville. The deceased have been identified as Loriann, a 31-year-old housekeeper, and Cyril Saul, a 36-year-old security guard, both of whom were employed at the guest house. It […]
The Ministry of Amerindian Affairs, led by Minister Hon. Sarah Browne-Shadeek, has extended heartfelt condolences to the family, loved ones, colleagues, and friends of Marie Henry, a valued staff member from Kwebanna, Moruca, Region 1, who recently passed away. The ministry has expressed deep sorrow over the loss, emphasizing that Henry’s dedication, humility, and genuine […]
Don Singh, a councillor on the Georgetown Mayor and City Council, has been elected as the new president of the Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) during the club’s Biennial General Meeting on Monday evening. Singh’s victory comes after he secured 47 votes against incumbent Jonathan Yearwood, who garnered 17 votes in the secret ballot held at […]
High Court Judge Fidela Corbin-Lincoln has ordered the Department of Public Information (DPI) and the Attorney General to pay $10 million to Vincent Alexander, Chairman of the International Decade for People of African Descent Assembly-Guyana (IDPADA-G), due to defamatory statements made by Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo and published by DPI in 2022. The court ruled […]
Local aviation stakeholders are reaping the benefits of a newly implemented search and rescue information management system, designed to significantly ramp up Guyana’s emergency response capabilities and save lives. The innovative system utilizes IMSAR software, and as part of its rollout, 16 individuals have received comprehensive training. These trained personnel can now efficiently manage incidents […]
According to the 2022 national census, Guyana’s population stands at 878,674, marking a significant increase from 746,955 recorded in the last census of 2012. The preliminary findings were revealed today at a ceremony held at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. Population Growth It is estimated that by December 2024, the population will have grown to […]
Vidyanand Datt, a 43-year-old contractor from Ogle Railway Embankment, East Coast Demerara, has been charged with obtaining by false pretence, contrary to Section 194 of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 08:01. Datt’s arrest occurred on October 16, 2025, and he was formally charged on January 9, 2026, in relation to an incident involving 57-year-old […]
Deodnauth Lall, a 23-year-old businessman from Airy Hall Village, Essequibo Coast, has been charged with possession of a firearm without a license and unlawful possession of ammunition without a license. These charges are in violation of Section 16(2)(a) of the Firearm Act, Chapter 16:05. Lall was arrested on January 9, 2026, following the discovery of […]
The legal saga surrounding Bradley “Doggie” Sampson continues as his attorney, Jevon Cox, recently requested the dismissal of the sole remaining criminal charge against him—disorderly behaviour. However, Magistrate Faith McGusty chose to transfer the case to Court Six, scheduling a new hearing for January 19. During Friday’s proceedings, Cox informed the court that full disclosure […]
