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PBBM invited to visit India for deeper ties on agri, defense
March 27, 2024, 1:44 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. received an invitation for a state visit to India, as he looks to strengthen the Philippines’ partnership and economic cooperation with the South Asian giant in the areas of agriculture, infrastructure, and defense. Indian Minister of External Affairs… Read More
DILG chief wants more cops in drug-affected communities
March 27, 2024, 1:10 pm
MANILA – Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Benjamin Abalos Jr. said he wants more police officers to be deployed in communities that have a high incidence of drug abuse cases. This is for police officers to fully understand the situation on the ground and help… Read More
PH earns India’s support in upholding sovereignty over WPS
March 27, 2024, 11:10 am
MANILA – India has expressed support for the Philippines in asserting its sovereign rights over the West Philippine Sea (WPS) amid China’s incursions in the busy waterway, Malacañang said Wednesday. The reaffirmation of India’s support was expressed during President Ferdinand R. Marcos… Read More
Manila imposes liquor ban near churches on Holy Thursday, Good Friday
March 27, 2024, 10:21 am
MANILA – The city government of Manila will enforce a liquor ban on Holy Thursday and Good Friday in areas near Catholic churches to ensure a peaceful Holy Week observance. Executive Order (EO) No. 9 signed by Mayor Honey Lacuna on Tuesday prohibits the sale and consumption of alcoholic drinks… Read More
CAB signing paved way for regional peace, development - OPAPRU
March 27, 2024, 10:15 am
MANILA – The signing of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB) between the Government of the Philippines (GPH) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) has heralded the start of peace and development in the region, said Secretary Carlito Galvez, of the Office of the Presidential… Read More
Wescom troops to continue WPS resupply missions amid challenges
March 27, 2024, 9:59 am
MANILA – Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief, Gen. Romeo Brawner Jr., told troops of the Palawan-based Western Command (Wescom) to continue persevering with their rotation and reprovisioning (RORE) and other missions aimed at ensuring the country's sovereign rights despite challenges in… Read More
Easterlies to bring scattered rains over eastern part of PH
March 27, 2024, 7:13 am
MANILA – The easterlies will bring scattered rains over the eastern sections of the country, the weather bureau said Wednesday. In its 4 a.m. bulletin, the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) said cloudy skies with scattered rain showers and… Read More
PBBM thanks India for rescuing Filipino seafarers in missile-hit ship
March 26, 2024, 9:33 pm
MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed appreciation to the government of India for its “swift and decisive action” in rescuing Filipino crew members of MV True Confidence, the merchant ship attacked by Houthi rebels while plying the Gulf of Aden on March 6. Marcos extended his… Read More
PH gets ¥250-B Japanese loan for Dalton Pass, ongoing subway project
March 26, 2024, 9:21 pm
MANILA – The Philippines and Japan on Tuesday formally signed the exchange of notes for the JPY250 billion or around PHP92.8 billion loan that will finance the construction of Dalton Pass East Alignment Road and the ongoing Metro Manila Subway (MMS) project. Of the amount, JPY100 billion will be… Read More
PH-India dialogue on maritime issues in the works: DFA
March 26, 2024, 8:41 pm
MANILA – The Philippines and India have agreed to accelerate maritime cooperation and hold an inaugural dialogue soon, which will cover potential partnerships from marine environment protection down to security. The Track 1 or government-to-government maritime dialogue was formally announced by… Read More
DMW to assist overstaying OFWs in Kuwait avail of amnesty program
March 26, 2024, 8:28 pm
MANILA – The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has assured overstaying overseas Filipino workers who wish to avail of the Kuwaiti government’s amnesty program that the Philippine government is ready to assist them. In a news release on Tuesday, the DMW said that its Migrant Workers Office… Read More
India backs PH move to uphold rights over SCS
March 26, 2024, 8:12 pm
MANILA – India supports the Philippines’ defense of its national sovereignty amid ongoing South China Sea disputes, Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyan Jaishankar reiterated days after the latest harassment by China in Ayungin Shoal. A much-larger China Coast Guard (CCG) vessel blasted a… Read More
Expanding motorcycle taxi beyond NCR requires rules for regions
March 26, 2024, 7:08 pm
MANILA – A lawmaker on Tuesday said expanding the motorcycle taxi pilot study beyond Metro Manila would require different conditions and rules for the regions. Quezon Rep. Reynante Arrogancia, vice-chair of the House Committee on Transportation, said expanding the motorcycle taxi pilot studies… Read More
No flight disruptions during Holy Week, CAAP assures
March 26, 2024, 6:46 pm Updated on March 26, 2024, 7:59 pm
MANILA – The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) assured on Tuesday there will be no flight disruptions this Holy Week, when passengers flock to the airports for the holidays. Contingencies are in place, and all systems of the Communications, Navigation and Surveillance/Air… Read More
Tax breaks for stores offering bigger goods discounts to seniors eyed
March 26, 2024, 6:08 pm
MANILA – A lawmaker on Tuesday appealed to the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to consider granting tax credits to supermarkets and other retail outlets required to give price cuts in conjunction with the implementation of the higher monthly discounts on essential grocery items purchased by… Read More
Bohol guv scraps plans for moto-tourism after weekend tragedy
March 26, 2024, 6:04 pm
MANILA – The endurance ride Bohol Loop 2024, marred by the death of a non-participant female motorcycle rider on Saturday, was meant to promote tourism in the province. Reports said resident Ana Marie Tasic was crossing the highway in Sikatuna town when she was hit by a participant identified… Read More
Lisa Guerrero-Nakpil is new NHCP chairperson
March 26, 2024, 5:39 pm
MANILA – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) on Tuesday announced the election of its new chairperson, Lisa Guerrero-Nakpil. She took her oath before National Commission for Culture and the Arts Chair Victorino Mapa Manalo, who is also an ex-officio member of the NHCP… Read More
BFP beefs up efforts as over 5K fires logged from January to March
March 26, 2024, 5:16 pm
MANILA – The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) on Tuesday said it is ramping up efforts to raise fire prevention awareness in communities amid an uptick in the number of fire incidents in the first three months of this year. In a Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon briefing, BFP spokesperson Fire Supt. Analee… Read More
LTO to release plastic license cards after Holy Week
March 26, 2024, 4:49 pm
MANILA – The Land Transportation Office (LTO) has scheduled the issuance of plastic license cards to motorists after the Holy Week following the lifting of the injunction order by the Court of Appeals (CA). In a statement on Tuesday, LTO chief Assistant Secretary Vigor Mendoza II said regional… Read More
PBBM, US lawmakers tackle geopolitical issues, economic ties
March 26, 2024, 4:41 pm
MANILA — President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Tuesday discussed with the United States (US) congressional delegation, led by Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, the economic relations of and the geopolitical challenges faced by Manila and Washington. Part of the Gillibrand-led delegation that paid… Read More
