October 2025

Richard Hayes, a 34-year-old Police Lance Corporal, was fatally shot by a 37-year-old businessman at the Vreed-en-Hoop Stelling sometime Thursday morning. Police Headquarters, in a release, said the businessman, who is the proprietor of a cell phone shop, has been arrested. It was also noted that investigations so far indicate that there was an argument…
The post Policeman, 34, shot dead by businessman at Vreed-en-Hoop  appeared first on News Room Guyana.

Bangladesh blazed a hole through West Indies in a 179-run win in the third ODI, completing their first series victory since March last year. Saif Hassan and Soumya Sarkar put together a scintillating 176-run opening stand, which provided the backbone for Bangladesh’s 296 for 8. The visitors lasted 30.1 overs, getting bowled out for 117…
The post West Indies crumble to series defeat against Bangladesh appeared first on News Room Guyana.

Guyana is set to host a major three-day regional training programme, in partnership with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), aimed at bolstering the Caribbean’s anti-doping efforts. The Caribbean Regional Anti-Doping Organisation (Caribbean RADO), the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA), and WADA are facilitating the Doping Control Officer Training Programme from October 24 to 26, 2025. Delegates…
The post Guyana to host Regional Anti-Doping Training appeared first on News Room Guyana.

The Guyana Defence Force’s (GDF) 60th Anniversary Medal Presentation Parade was marked by reverence and pride as the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, decorated Officers and Other Ranks with prestigious military medals for their distinguished, faithful, and exemplary service to the nation. A total of 871 special medals were approved; however,…
The post President Ali confers GDF ranks with prestigious medals appeared first on News Room Guyana.

The Hand-in-Hand Mutual Fire Insurance Company Limited proudly celebrates 160 years of excellence, marking one of the most significant milestones in Guyana’s corporate history. Established in 1865, the company has stood as a pillar of trust, resilience, and innovation, providing generations of Guyanese with reliable, affordable protection and peace of mind. From its inception and…
The post Hand-in-Hand Celebrates 160 Years of Trust, Integrity, and Service appeared first on News Room Guyana.

The Ministry of Agriculture in collaboration with the Guyana Rice Development Board (GRDB) on Wednesday launched the country’s first nano urea fertiliser at the GRDB’s facility at Burma in Mahaicony, Region Five. This fertiliser is more efficient in nutrient uptake, reduces wastages, and minimises environmental impact, potentially leading to higher yields and greater sustainability in…
The post New nano fertiliser launched, promises higher rice yields appeared first on News Room Guyana.

Guyana has been elected to the Approval Committee of the Fund for the Elimination of Doping in Sport, marking the country’s first successful bid for a leadership position in a global anti-doping body. The election occurred during the 10th Session of the Conference of Parties (COP10) to the International Convention against Doping in Sport, held…
The post Guyana elected to key Anti-Doping Fund Committee appeared first on News Room Guyana.

Action heated up in the Berbice Football Association (BFA) Senior Men’s League this week, with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport-sponsored competition drawing larger crowds on its second day at the All Saints Ground in New Amsterdam. Three matches were played, delivering comeback victories for Paradise FC and Ithaca FC, while Cougars FC secured…
The post Paradise and Cougars victorious in Berbice Football League  appeared first on News Room Guyana.

Contracts to build 15 bridges have been awarded as part of the $15.1 billion Schoonard to Parika Four-Lane Highway project, one of the country’s largest infrastructure undertakings. Aimed at boosting connectivity and easing congestion along the West Demerara corridor, the project requires the construction of a connector bridge at Canal Number One, which will serve…
The post 15 bridge contracts awarded to advance Schoonord to Parika highway project appeared first on News Room Guyana.

The Queensway Senior Inter-County Super 50 Cup final will be contested on Saturday, November 1, at the Joe Jagmohan Ground in Hampton Court, Essequibo Coast. The final was initially set for October 26, but the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) confirmed the date change following consultations with tournament sponsors, Queensway Security Inc. The clash will feature…
The post Hampton Court to host Queensway Inter-County 50-Over final on November 1 appeared first on News Room Guyana.