Trinidad cultural icon Hansley ‘Hans’ Hanoomansingh dies at 83

The Ministry of Culture and Community Development in Trinidad and Tobago has joined the national community in mourning the passing of Hansley “Hans” Hanoomansingh — a beloved cultural icon, veteran broadcaster, and former Member of Parliament —...

Caribbean Matters: The celebration of Hosay in Trinidad & Tobago and Jamaica

Caribbean Matters is a weekly series from Daily Kos. Hope you’ll join us here every Saturday. If you are unfamiliar with the region, check out Caribbean Matters: Getting to know the countries of the Caribbean. The Caribbean region is a rich and...

CARICOM IMPACS Expects Concrete Commitments From Heads of Government

The Caribbean Community Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (CARICOM IMPACS) expects Heads of Government to translate their acknowledgment of regional security issues into concrete, time-bound and resourced commitments. This is...

Prime Minister Holness Champions Regional Collaboration to Advance Public Health

Jamaica’s Prime Minister and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has reiterated the importance of regional cooperation in advancing health and wellness. Speaking during the awards ceremony for the 18th...

The world this week | India says no to trade deal under deadline pressure; Trinidad & Tobago backs Delhi for UNSC; Gaza ceasefire soon

India abstains from signing trade deal with the US under “deadline pressure”, says open for a mutually beneficial deal; during PM Modi’s visits to Trinidad and Tobago, the two sides reaffirm the need for reforms in the UN; US President Trump...

Trinidad & Tobago backs India for UNSC permanent membership

Prime Minister Modi announced a decision by India to issue Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards up to the sixth generation of the Indian diaspora of Trinidad and Tobago, where over 40 per cent of the population is of Indian origin. Last...

Trinidad & Tobago extend lead at CARICOM Classic chess tournament

Dr. Gobin Ganga, Governor of the Bank of Guyana, met the Guyana Team playing in the 2025 CARICOM Classic Team Tournament yesterday, at the Pegasus Hotel. Dr. Ganga (2nd from right) made the first ceremonial move in the presence of WCM Sasha...

World News | PM Modi Discusses Cooperation in Critical Minerals with Argentina President

Buenos Aires [Argentina], July 6 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed cooperation in the energy and critical minerals sectors with Argentine President Javier Milei, underlining India's growing energy and industrial needs while emphasising...

Trinidad & Tobago extends full support to India for UNSC permanent membership

India and Trinidad and Tobago have inked six agreements to boost cooperation in several sectors, including infrastructure and pharmaceuticals, following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his counterpart from the Caribbean nation,...

India, Trinidad & Tobago To Deepen Bilateral…

New Delhi, July 5 (KNN) Prime Minister Modi concluded an official visit to Trinidad and Tobago from July 3 to 4, at the invitation of Kamla Persad-Bissessar, Prime Minister, Trinidad and Tobago. The visit marked the first bilateral trip by an...

India to Issue OCI Cards for Up to 6th Gen of Trinidad & Tobago Diaspora

Port of Spain Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Trinidad and Tobago announced the decision to issue Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) cards up to the sixth generation of the Indian diaspora of Trinidad and Tobago, as noted in the...

'We Cheer For Them With All Our Heart, Except...': PM Modi's Quip On West Indies' Cricket Team At Trinidad & Tobago's Parliament Draws Laughter; Video

Narendra Modi. | (Image Credits: X) India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a tour to the Caribbean, made a hilarious quip while addressing the parliament at the Trinidad & Tobago. Modi heaped praise on West Indies' cricket team...

Who was Sewdass Sadhu, mentioned by PM Modi in Trinidad & Tobago speech?

Addressing a large gathering of the Indian diaspora in Port of Spain, Trinidad, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned several eminent personalities with Indian roots, including the mathematician and politician Dr Rudranath Capildeo (1920-70), the...

Proud Moment! Indian National Anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' Played In Trinidad & Tobago Parliament Ahead Of PM Modi's Address (VIDEO)

Indian National Anthem 'Jana Gana Mana' Played In Trinidad & Tobago Parliament Ahead Of PM Modi's Address (Screengrab) | X/@ANI Port of Spain: In a proud moment for 140 billion Indians, the national anthem was played in the parliament of Trinidad...

Historic First: PM Modi Receives Trinidad & Tobago’s Highest Civilian Honour, ‘Order of the Republic’

On 4 July 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honoured with the ‘Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago’, the island nation’s highest civilian award, becoming the first foreign leader to receive this distinction. The ceremony took place...

'From the people of India to..': Why a chair made PM Modi emotional in Trinidad & Tobago parliament

After India Snubs China, Tibet Tears Apart Beijing's 'Golden Urn' Tradition To Pick Dalai Successor After China claimed authority over the next reincarnation of the Tibetan spiritual leader through the so-called ‘Golden Urn’ system, India and...

Ghana, Trinidad & Tobago honour PM Modi with top awards, joining 23 others

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a five-nation tour, was conferred with highest civilian honours ‘The Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago on Friday and 'The Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana’ on Wednesday. He has 25...

TRINIDAD-POLITICS-Joint statement issued following the visit of India’s Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

Trinidad,  India formalise 15 new agreements: Modi’s govt also donates 2,000 laptops

(Trinidad Guardian) Trinidad and Tobago and India have formalised 15 new agreements spanning health, education, agriculture, digital services, trade, and culture. One of the standout agreements is the Memorandum of Understanding on Quick Impact...

‘Enemy of humanity’: PM Modi's powerful message against terrorism at Red House in Trinidad & Tobago

In a historic address at Trinidad and Tobago’s Parliament from the Red House, site of a 1990 coup attempt, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a hard-hitting message to the world: Terrorism is the enemy of humanity. Citing the recent Pahalgam...