Month: May 2013

West Demerara carpenter electrocuted

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The life of a carpenter was snuffed out on Wednesday afternoon after he was electrocuted while working on a building in Georgetown. The incident occurred sometime around 12:00h. Dead is Faizal “Imraan” Ali, 35, of Lot 83 Bella Dam, Pouderoyen, West Bank Demerara. According to a police press release, the father of three was in the process of erecting a metal scaffold when a metal tool which he was holding came into contact with a live electrical wire. He was rushed to the Georgetown Public Hospital, where he was pronounced…

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IMF projects 5.5 per cent growth for Guyana

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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a growth rate of 5.5 per cent this year for Guyana – several points higher than the forecasts of the government and the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC). ECLAC, last month, pegged Guyana’s economic outlook for this year at 4.9 per cent as against government’s forecast of 5.3 per cent. The Guyanese economy grew by 4.8 per cent last year, 5.4 per cent in 2011, and 4.4 per cent in 2010. The IMF is projecting also a six per…

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Anti-Indian racism in Guyana

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Former President Bharrat Jagdeo, evidently hit a raw nerve when, at the funerary services for veteran religious leader, social activist and politician Reepu Daman Persaud, he spoke out against a “resurgence of anti-Indian racism” in Guyana. Some tried to deflect from his thesis by dragging in the red herring of “time and place”. As we commemorate Arrival Day (May 5th) when Indians first arrived into the then colony of British Guiana, we can appreciate that the occasion was supremely appropriate. Reepu Daman, after all, had been a staunch advocate of…

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Final hearing of 2012 budget cuts case adjourned

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June 11 is the date set for arguments to commence in the 2012 budget cuts case, filed by the government against the Speaker of the National Assembly, Raphael Trotman, and the combined opposition after cuts were made to the 2012 budget. This decision was made on Wednesday when the matter was called again before acting Chief Justice Ian Chang at the High Court. Attorney General Anil Nandlall and his legal team are representing the government’s interest. Attorney Basil Williams, in association with Attorneys Debra Backer and Keisha Chase, is representing…

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Tourist arrivals in Guyana set to reach new high this year

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By Sabatini Daniels – The number of tourists visiting Guyana this year is expected to reach a new high as the country is set to top the 34-member Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) in tourist arrivals for 2013. This is according to Guyana Tourism Authority (GTA) Director Indranauth Haralsingh, who said Guyana is expecting to see a 20 per cent increase in tourist arrivals in the country this year. This is attributed to the fact that starting this year, the GTA will commence collecting data on arrivals from the various points…

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East Indians created a unique space in the world – Professor Samaroo

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East Indians created a unique space in the world and enriched it with their rich culture; they laboured hard and made tremendous sacrifices in order to educate their children at home and abroad, while the women kept up the cultural practices. These were some of the declarations of Professor Dr Brinsley Samaroo, one of Trinidad and Tobago’s icon historians, who delivered the first in a series of lectures in observance of the 175th anniversary of Indian arrival in Guyana. At present, Dr Samaroo is a Senior Research Fellow at the…

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Bollywood stars thrill thousands at National Stadium

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The melodious voices of renowned Bollywood singers, Alka Yagnik and Udit Narayan boomed through the speakers of the Fusion Sound Systems on Sunday evening at the Guyana National Stadium, captivating the hearts of thousands who were present. The spectacular performances by the duo undoubtedly left the young hearts ticking and made the older folks feel as they were in love all over again. It was indeed a magical night with five hours of non-stop entertainment from the melody queen and the king of filmi music. The show started on time…

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Scarborough Cricket Umpires Association marks 20th anniversary -Grenadian Matthew Francis certified as level two umpire

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By Ravendra Madholall The Scarborough Cricket Umpires Association (SCUA) celebrated its 20th anniversary with a dinner on Sunday at the Starlite restaurant and bar, where the gathering recognised the commitment and services of its founding members. President and founder of the association, Guyanese Albert Ramcharran congratulated the members and promised to maintain high standard behind the stumps. He noted that 20 years in service is a great manifestation of commitment by his fellow founding members which include Vish Jadunauth, Deo Samaroo, Bisham Singh, Pete Jadunauth, Fredlewa King and Sonny Bishundeo.…

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Victory delights Guyanese-born U.S. skipper Massiah

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Guyanese-born U. S. skipper Steve Massiah said he was delighted with his team’s performance in beating old rivals Nepal by 94 runs in a high-scoring match on the opening day of the six-nation 50-overs ICC World Cricket League (WCL) Division 3 tournament on Sunday. U.S. piled up a massive 366-6, highlighted by a blistering 102-ball 162 from teenager Steven Taylor, and then dismissed Nepal for 272 with one ball remaining at Somerset Cricket Club, the smallest of three grounds being used. Taylor, who struck 12 sixes and 12 fours, and…

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