India News Digest
The Gambia's central bank has ordered banks to replace 57 Nigerian bank workers by December 2026, a move that has drawn reported diplomatic tensions. Separately, the IMF has unlocked $28 million for The Gambia.
India Today
DoPPW Promotes Digital Empowerment for Pensioners
Reports state that DoPPW is reinforcing digital empowerment for pensioners through DLC 5 outreach at the Prayagraj Railway Division. The coverage describes the outreach as an effort to support pensioners in using digital services.
The Gambia News
Central Bank Orders Replacement of 57 Nigerian Bank Workers
The Gambia's central bank has directed banks to replace 57 Nigerian workers by December 2026. Some coverage reports that the plan has raised diplomatic tensions with Nigeria.
IMF Unlocks $28 Million for The Gambia
The IMF has released $28 million for The Gambia, according to a report that links the funding to economic resilience and tourism expansion.
AfDB Addresses Delays in $170m of Active Projects
The African Development Bank and The Gambia are working to address delays in active development projects worth $170 million. A separate AfDB report says the bank is strengthening project delivery in The Gambia.
ECOWAS Regional Electricity Access Project Holds Final Steering Committee Meeting
The ECOWAS Regional Electricity Access Project held its final steering committee meeting to secure lasting results for households in The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Mali. The meeting focused on sustaining project outcomes.
The Gambia Signs 10-Year Betting Monitoring Deal with InTouch
The Gambia has signed a 10-year agreement with InTouch for betting monitoring. The reported terms cover monitoring of the betting sector over the decade-long deal.
Sadaka Jariyaa Gambia Chapter Launched
The Gambia chapter of Sadaka Jariyaa has been launched, with calls for unity and empowerment. The launch was reported by The Point Newspaper.
Ministers Outline Vision for Jobs, Education and Youth Empowerment
Gambian ministers have outlined a vision focused on jobs, education and youth empowerment. The reporting does not give specific targets or timelines.
Hamat Bah Defends Land Allocation and Calls for Restoration of Land Board
Hamat Bah has defended land allocation decisions and called for the restoration of the land board. The report does not specify further details of the dispute.
UNITE Accuses Government of Misrepresenting LGCI Report
The UNITE party has accused the government of misrepresenting an LGCI report in an effort to undermine its candidacy. The report does not detail the specific claims in the accusation.
GFF President Receives Former Footballers Ousman Jallow and Saihou Gassama
Gambia Football Federation president Kemo Ceesay received former Gambian footballers Ousman Jallow and Saihou Gassama. The brief report does not describe the purpose of the meeting.