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Shridath Ramphal Never Apologized for Authoritarianism

By Dr Vishnu Bisram Sir Shridath S. Ramphal passed away on August 30. There were glowing tributes extolling his role as Secretary General of Commonwealth of Nations (1975-90). That was not the Ramphal that people...

Hindus Worldwide Celebrate Janmashtami – Lord Krishna’s Birthday.

By Chaitram Aklu On August 26, Hindus around the world celebrate Janmashtami, the 5251st birthday of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar (descendant) of Vishnu. It is one of the most important annual festivals in the...

Demerara River Bridge 64 Percent Complete

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA (DPI) -- The US$260 million New Demerara River Bridge, a key project to alleviate traffic congestion caused by the current Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB), is now 64 per cent complete. This update was...

Ramayana in the Park 2024

Overview: The Federation of Hindu Mandirs proudly presents the 15th edition of Ramayan in the Park (RITP 2024). Leading Pandits in the Tri-state area expound on Shree Ram’s Katha with one Kanda each night, starting...

Curacao Joins CARICOM, Pledges to Leverage Cultural, Economic Strengths

CARICOM Secretariat, Greater Georgetown, Guyana - Tuesday, 30 July 2024: Curaçao is now the sixth Associate Member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). The country’s Prime Minister said it brings a unique blend of cultural...

Local Grocery Supplier Now Offering Home Delivery of Meals and Groceries Using EBT/SNAP Cards

QUEENS, NY (July 24, 2024) -- All From 1 Supplier, a local leader in West Indian and American groceries for over four years, is pleased to announce significant enhancements aimed at better serving its...

Shiv Chanderpaul: A Batsman for all Seasons!

By Albert Baldeo “Chanderpaul, eyes focused like a laser on the ball from run up to the moment he demolishes it with his trademark pull/sweep, raises his bat, and kisses the pitch as the ball...

CARICOM Extends Best Wishes to Haiti’s Transition Government

Reiterates its readiness to support the government and people of Haiti as they embark on "this crucial journey" _______________________   CARICOM SECRETARIAT, GEORGETOWN, GUYANA - The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in a press statement on June 19, 2024,...

Men On Mission Initiative Provides New Homes for Two Single Moms

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA (DPI) -- Earlier this month, the Men on Mission initiative handed over two newly constructed homes to two single mothers in Regions Three and Four. Bhagwattie Ghirao and Bibi Arjune, who have faced...

Indo-Caribbean Federation Hosts 39th Indian Arrival Celebration in New York

QUEENS, NY -- Indian Arrival was celebrated in New York City on Sunday June 2 with a magnificent entertainment packed cultural variety concert and a (talent) pageant that included a spectacular display of singing...