India News Digest
The Gambia's presidential poll is set for 5 December, with the election now 30 days away. In India, Barclays announced additional funding to expand its operations there.
India Today
Barclays allocates more funds to expand India operations
Barclays has allocated additional funds to expand its operations in India. The item was reported by Private Banker International.
NFR's Rangia Division launches Digital Life Certificate drive for pensioners
The Northeast Frontier Railway's Rangia Division has launched a Digital Life Certificate drive for its pensioners. The campaign is intended to let pensioners complete their life certification digitally.
DoPPW reinforces digital pensioner empowerment through DLC 5 outreach at Prayagraj Railway Division
The Department of Pension and Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW) has run DLC 5 outreach at the Prayagraj Railway Division to promote digital empowerment for pensioners. The report was published by India Education Diary.
ECI revises work allocation, assigns IT to Pawan Sharma
The Election Commission of India has revised its work allocation and assigned the IT portfolio to Pawan Sharma. The report was published by Legend Officers.
The Gambia News
Gambia decides 30 days to 5 December poll
The Gambia's presidential election is scheduled for 5 December, with the campaign period now 30 days away. The report also profiles President Adama Barrow's path from a rural village to the presidency.
EU launches election mission to The Gambia
The European Union has launched an election observation mission to The Gambia. The mission is framed as scrutiny against democratic standards.
Human rights commission issues advisory opinion to stakeholders
The Chairperson of The Gambia's National Human Rights Commission has issued an advisory opinion addressed to all stakeholders. The headline gives no further detail on its content.
KMC councillors reject government recommendation to remove Mayor Bensouda
Kanifing Municipal Council (KMC) councillors have rejected a government recommendation to remove Mayor Bensouda from office. The report gives no further detail on the next steps.
Gambia targets D3.21B GDP revenue gain by 2030
Finance Minister says The Gambia is targeting a D3.21 billion gain in GDP revenue by 2030 under a new strategy. The figure is the target stated in the report.
Government launches D40M digital skills programme for 1,280 youths
The government has launched a D40 million digital skills programme targeting 1,280 youths. The programme is aimed at building digital skills among young people.
NDP Alliance manifesto promises 150,000 jobs
The NDP Alliance has released a manifesto with promises including 150,000 jobs, food self-sufficiency and clean water. These are campaign commitments and have not been implemented.
Aspirants face nomination questions over ID and citizenship
Election aspirants are facing questions over matters including expired identification and dual citizenship during the nomination process. The report gives no further detail on outcomes.
GRCS marks 60 years with renewed humanitarian pledge
The Gambia Red Cross Society (GRCS) marked 60 years and renewed its pledge to strengthen humanitarian response. The report gives no further specifics on new commitments.
AQA Institute to train diagnostic and allied health professionals
The AQA Institute plans to train the next generation of diagnostic and allied health professionals. The report gives no further detail on programme size or timing.
Gambia Targets Project Delays to Turn AfDB Investments Into Gains
The Gambia is seeking to turn African Development Bank (AfDB) investments into gains for traders and consumers, with project delays identified as a challenge. The report gives no further figures.