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Clash Over Educational Needs: Rajkumar vs. Jaffarally

In the ongoing budget debates, Opposition MP Hamraj Rajkumar and Government MP Faizal Jaffarally engaged in a heated exchange regarding the coverage of educational needs for citizens. Opposition MP Hamraj Rajkumar expressed disappointment with the government’s budget, alleging that it fails to meet the educational needs of every citizen. He specifically mentioned the absence of […]

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Avocado: A Superfood with Health Benefits

Avocado has gained popularity as a superfood due to its numerous health benefits. In tonight’s NCN Health report, sponsored by Essential Care Pharmacy and GTM Insurance, we explore the advantages of incorporating avocados into your diet. Avocados are rich in essential nutrients, including Vitamins A, B, C, E, K, Magnesium, Manganese, Copper, Iron, and Phosphorous. […]

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Debating Budget 2024: A Road Map to Prosperity

In the ongoing debate over Guyana’s Budget 2024, Opposition Member of Parliament Tabitha Sarabo Halley expressed her view that the 1.146 trillion-dollar national budget fails to address the most critical need of citizens – the improvement of their current economic position. She questioned the ideologies and philosophies behind the budget, emphasizing the importance of policies […]

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Budget 2024: Victory for the Working Class, says MP Seepaul Narine

Member of Parliament Seepaul Narine asserts that Budget 2024 is a significant victory for the working class, introducing measures that safeguard and advance the lives of workers and their families. Narine’s comments come in response to Opposition MP Maureen Philadelphia, who criticized the government’s fiscal package, claiming it fails to meet the basic needs of […]

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CANU Head Acknowledges Government Support and Expansion Plans

James Singh, the Head of the Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU), expressed gratitude for the ongoing support from the central government, stating that it significantly enhances CANU’s operational capabilities. In an exclusive interview with NCN News, Singh welcomed the government’s plans to construct a new and more spacious headquarters for the agency. Singh highlighted that President […]

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Government Prioritizes Learning Environment, Education Minister Responds to Criticism

Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, defended the PPP/C Government’s commitment to enhancing learning environments amid criticism from Opposition Member of Parliament, Coretta McDonald. McDonald contended that the government’s focus on building schools overlooked the crucial need for teacher training in this year’s budget. In response, Minister Manickchand highlighted the challenges faced upon the government’s return […]

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Relief for Trapped Gas: NCN Health Edition

Trapped gas can be a source of discomfort, with symptoms ranging from stabbing chest or abdominal pain to bloating. While often harmless, severe gas pain might warrant medical attention. In this edition of NCN Health, we explore effective home remedies to alleviate gas-related symptoms. The video presents a visual journey through common scenarios of gas […]

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Budget Debates Day 2: Pearson and Henry Clash Over Indigenous Progress

In the ongoing budget debates, Government MP Yvonne Pearson and Opposition MP Vincent Henry clashed over the progress of indigenous people in Guyana. The focus was on the pace of development for Amerindians and their communities under the PPP administration. Henry criticized the administration for what he perceived as slow progress in the Amerindian Land […]

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Budget Debates Day 2: Benn and Ramjattan Clash Over Security Sector Management

The second day of the budget debates in the National Assembly saw a heated exchange between Minister of Home Affairs Robeson Benn and Opposition MP Khemraj Ramjattan over the management of the security sector. Ramjattan, in his opening remarks, highlighted the alarming increases in road accidents, fatalities, and fires across the country, emphasizing the urgent […]

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Guyana Government to Introduce New Legislation Addressing Sexual Violence and Harassment

The Guyanese government is set to introduce two new bills, the Sexual Violence Bill and the Sexual Harassment Bill, to combat sexual assault and harassment effectively. Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Anil Nandlall, made this announcement during the opening of a center aimed at providing support to victims of sexual and gender-based violence. […]

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