India News Digest
The Gambia's government is advancing a US$46m waste management deal with Ghana's Jospong Group and a plan to develop a national clean cooking strategy. In India, the Railway Board has reiterated its ban on train charging points between 11 pm and 5 am.
India Today
Railway Board Reiterates Overnight Charging Point Ban
The Railway Board has reiterated its ban on train charging points operating between 11 pm and 5 am. The New Indian Express reported the directive.
The Gambia News
Waste Management Deal With Ghana's Jospong Group
President Barrow is leading Gambia's signing of a US$46m waste management deal with Ghana's Jospong Group. The agreement was reported by Asaase Radio.
First Corpus Callosotomy Performed in The Gambia
A boy with disabling drop attacks has undergone the first corpus callosotomy performed in The Gambia. The procedure is reported to have freed him from the attacks.
Gambia Targets 25,000 Tonnes of Organic Fertilizer
Jaapo and Azora are exploring a fertilizer plant as Gambia sets a target of 25,000 tonnes of organic fertilizer. The plan is at the exploration stage according to the report.
Second Green Ferry Awaits AfDB Grant Decision
A second green ferry for Gambia is awaiting a grant decision from the African Development Bank. The Point Newspaper reported the status.
Gambia Moves to Develop National Clean Cooking Strategy
Gambia has begun steps to develop a national clean cooking strategy. The Point Newspaper reported the move.
UTGSU Engages GFF on Sports Development
The University of The Gambia Students' Union has embraced discussions with the Gambia Football Federation to develop and advance sports at the university. The Point Newspaper reported the talks.
Calls for Greater International Exposure for Gambian Basketball
Amadou Keita has called for greater international exposure to help elevate Gambian basketball. The Point Newspaper reported his remarks.
FirstBank Group Targets Gambia's Wealth and Investment Market
FirstBank's N32 Trillion Group is targeting Gambia's wealth and investment market. The Point Newspaper reported the plan.
Gambia Struggles With University Access
Al Jazeera reports on the difficulty students in The Gambia face in getting into university, described as a survival-of-the-fittest contest. The report focuses on the challenges of access.