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Guyana-Brazil road link one step closer to reality

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

The Guyana-Brazil road link is becoming closer to reality. Authorities in both countries are working to complete the terms of reference for the design of the Lethem to Mabura Hill road within two months, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Guyana said in a press statement on Thursday. Director of Northern and Western South America at the Brazilian Ministry of External Affairs, His Excellency Norberto Moretti, has revealed that efforts are made to open the bidding process by the end of the year. “The goal by the end of the…

Murder case of NY-based Guyanese takes another turn

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

…as mother moves to CCJ for urgent hearing The high-profile case of prominent New York-based Guyanese Marcus Bisram is taking another turn, as proceedings have been filed at the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) – the region’s highest court, which is based in Trinidad and Tobago. This recent move was mounted by Bisram’s mother Sharmila Inderjali, who was just last week denied an application for urgent hearing by the Appeal Court of Guyana, which essentially sought to expedite the judicial process regarding a bid to have the Director of Public…

PPP hits the campaign trail

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

…several community meetings held in Essequibo During a two-day tour of Region 2 (Pomeroon/Supenaam) to officially launch the Local Government Election campaign, People’s Progressive Party (PPP) General Secretary Bharrat Jagdeo met with hundreds of concerned residents and offered a listening ear to the many concerns they had. Jagdeo, who arrived in the Cinderella County on Monday, held public meetings and met with residents in several communities, and even visited the Charity Market and met with Pomeroon farmers. Residents were happy to get a one-on-one conversation with the Opposition Leader on…

‘It’s an honour to represent Guyana once again’ – Rayad Emrit

August 10, 2018August 13, 2018 TIMES INT'L

“There isn’t any shortcut to success. If you wanna be successful, you have to put in the hard yards and always remember to be honest to yourself.” These are the wise words of Guyana Amazon Warriors’ Rayad Emrit as he prepares to head into the 2018 Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL). The 37-year-old Trinidadian all-rounder is representing the Guyana Amazon Warriors for the third time. He is known for his ability to deceive batsmen with slower balls and cutters which makes him one of the most valuable assets to the…

New Public Service Commission sworn-in

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

President David Granger on Wednesday morning swore-in the six persons who constitute the membership of the new Public Service Commission (PSC). The life of the previous PSC ended last year. Those persons are: Michael Somersall (Chairman); Mavis Benn; Vincent Bowman; Geeta Chandan-Edmond: Morris Gajadar and Mortimer Livan. They were appointed in accordance with Article 200 (1) of the Constitution, following consultations between the Head of State and the Opposition Leader, as well as deliberations of the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Appointments. The Public Service Commission is constitutionally responsible for…

Russian guards likely to face Court for assaulting miners in Guyana

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

The two Russian guards who were captured on video beating two Guyanese miners near the Quartzstone River in Region Seven (Cuyuni-Mazaruni) have on Wednesday been arrested. In confirming the arrests, the Police have said investigations revealed that the Russians are employed by West Bank Demerara Gold Inc, which is licensed to operate in Guyana; and as Supernumerary Constables, they are authorised to carry firearms. However, they breached the conditions of that authorisation in that, at time of the incident, they were not attired in the uniform prescribed by their employer…

Duo remanded for shooting at Police

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

Two men were on Tuesday remanded to prison by Chief Magistrate Ann McLennan when they appeared in the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts charged for discharging a loaded firearm at two Police Officers. Junior John, 32, of Lot 60 East La Penitence, Ruimveldt and Jamal Jeriah, 21, of Lot 236 B Albert Street, Queenstown were not required to plead to the indictable charge. A third accomplice – Carlton Bourne, 21, of Norton and Chapel Streets, Georgetown, was also charged, but did not make an appearance since he was remanded to prison on…

“The sneaking out to play cricket paid off,” says Veerasammy Permaul

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

One of the greatest thrills of our childhood is sneaking out from the house to go play with our friends after being explicitly told not to do so, and this is exactly what Veerasammy Permaul did most days during his childhood. The now 28-year-old Permaul grew up in the village of Belvedere on the Corentyne. He remembers his childhood as one filled with fun and brotherhood. Now, Permaul is a household name because of his pure talent as a cricketer. He is a deadly spin bowler and one of the…

Heated debates expected for Youth Parliament 2018

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

Some 72 persons, including students from each administrative region in Guyana, are expected to participate in the 4th Annual Youth Parliament, set for staging from August 10 to August 18. The Parliament Office on Tuesday announced that three students from each administrative region would be selected to represent their region, but Region 4 will be sending 4 students on its behalf. The nine-day event, which would include training days, is expected to see two days of heated debate. The students will be debating motions on topical matters, with the most…

“No evidential basis” for cash payouts from Petroleum revenues – President Granger

August 10, 2018August 10, 2018 TIMES INT'L

President David Granger on Thursday said there is “no evidential basis” for the suggested cash payout to households from the expected Oil and Gas revenues. Economist, Dr. Clive Thomas speaking at a recent forum said the government should consider annual cash transfers of $1Million (US$5000) to poor households. However, according to the Department of Public Information (DPI), President Granger said he has not received a formal proposal from Dr. Thomas in this regard. “I have not considered that proposal, it is outside of the recommendations of the Sovereign Wealth Fund,…