India News Digest
The Gambia's presidential election is scheduled for 5 December, with candidate nominations filed and the European Union launching an election mission to scrutinize democratic standards. In India, central government administrative and investigative actions were reported, including a CBI arrest in a Bihar bank fraud case after 18 years.
India Today
CBI Arrests Long-Absconding Accused in Bihar Bank Fraud Case
The Central Bureau of Investigation arrested an accused person in a Bihar bank fraud case after the individual had been absconding for 18 years.
Pensioner Digital Outreach Held at Prayagraj Railway Division
The Department of Posts and Pensions (DoPPW) reported outreach under DLC 5 to support digital empowerment of pensioners at the Prayagraj Railway Division.
Election Commission Revises Officer Work Allocation
The Election Commission of India revised its work allocation and assigned the IT portfolio to Pawan Sharma.
The Gambia News
EU Launches Election Mission to The Gambia
The European Union launched an election mission to The Gambia, citing scrutiny of democratic standards ahead of the upcoming poll.
Poll Scheduled for 5 December
Reporting states that The Gambia's poll on 5 December is approximately 30 days away. The headline provides no further detail on the type of election.
Former Vice President Files Nomination Against Former Boss Barrow
Ex-Vice President Touray filed a nomination to challenge former president Adama Barrow.
IEC Flags Gaps in Nomination Papers
The Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) flagged gaps in nomination papers linked to candidate Dumbuya, who has promised a D2,000 rent. The report does not specify further details of the gaps.
Team Gambia Coalition Names Flagbearer
The Team Gambia Coalition named Lamin J. Darboe as its flagbearer.
Young Gambians Call for Accountability Beyond Election Promises
Young Gambians are seeking accountability and economic opportunity beyond the promises made in the election campaign.
AfDB and Gambian Government Address Delays in $170 Million Portfolio
The African Development Bank and the Government of The Gambia concluded a capacity-building clinic aimed at improving delivery on a USD 170 million portfolio. Reporting describes delays in active development projects and their effect on traders and consumers.
ITC Opens One-Stop Shop for Gambian Traders
The International Trade Centre established a one-stop-shop centre to support Gambian traders with customs documentation.
Global Trading System Yields Gains for Gambia and LDC Group
Reporting states that the global trading system has delivered real gains for The Gambia and the Least Developed Countries (LDC) Group.
Journalists Trained in Environmental Reporting
GPU and WACA trained 25 journalists to strengthen environmental reporting in The Gambia.
African Universities Pledge Commitment to Child Rights
African universities strengthened their commitment to child rights at a meeting held in Banjul.
SJAG National Sports Forum Scheduled
A National Sports Forum organized by SJAG is scheduled for 28 November.