Day: August 4, 2025

Manila: The Philippine Navy (PN) has earmarked a budget of PHP218 million for the acquisition of 1,900 rounds of 76mm caliber 62 high explosive detonating point (HEPD) ammunition, intended to enhance the firepower of its modern warships. According to Philippines News Agency, the bid bulletin posted on the PN website outlines a total project budget of PHP218,842,103.30. The procurement process mandates that the successful bidder must deliver the specified ammunition within 400 calendar days following the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Funding for the project is allocated from the General Appropriations Act 2025, specifically under the PN Appropriation Funds

Maguindanao del sur: Twenty-one soldiers, including a company commander from the Army’s 6th Infantry Battalion, have been relieved from their positions after a tragic incident led to the death of a new recruit during traditional reception rites. According to Philippines News Agency, Private Charlie Patigayon, a 22-year-old recruit from Kolambugan, Lanao del Norte, passed away while participating in reception rites at the 6th Infantry Battalion headquarters in Datu Piang, Maguindanao del Sur, on July 30. The Army’s 6th Infantry Division emphasized the importance of conducting reception rites with full regard for the health and safety of soldiers, ensuring these activities

Iloilo city: Iloilo City will develop its Heat Action Plan to address the rising temperature with the help of the government of India. In an interview on Monday, City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Officer Donna Magno said a virtual exchange was held last week when they discussed the experience of India’s Ahmedabad City, the first in Southeast Asia to develop a Heat Action Plan. According to Philippines News Agency, the exchange was joined by the director of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), which leads disaster management in India, as well as its network agencies and non-governmental organizations. They

Manila: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is engaged in discussions with the Senate Committee on Social Justice, Welfare, and Rural Development regarding potential amendments to the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) law. According to Philippines News Agency, the proposed enhancements to the 4Ps align with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s instructions during his 4th State of the Nation Address last July 28, where he called for amendments to Republic Act 11310, known as the 4Ps Law. DSWD Secretary Rex Gatchalian highlighted the program’s role as the flagship anti-poverty initiative in the country, emphasizing its importance in breaking

San manuel: The National Power Corporation-San Roque dam office terminated water discharge activities on Monday as the water level in the reservoir fell below its 280 meters above sea level (masl) spilling level. According to Philippines News Agency, flood operation manager Teresa Serra stated that the water level of the dam was at 275.29 masl as of 8 a.m., prompting the termination of water discharge at 8:30 a.m. Despite this, Binga and Ambuklao dams continue to release water into the San Roque Dam. The San Roque Dam, situated in San Manuel and San Nicolas, Pangasinan, had previously increased the opening