Thursday, January 1, 2026


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  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad performed Friday prayers at Safriya Palace Mosque yesterday marking the birth anniversary of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).</p> <p>His Majesty was joined at the prayers by his sons, members of the Royal Family and senior officials.</p> <p>The King congratulated everyone and recalled the Prophet&rsquo;s message of mercy, fraternity and solidarity.</p>
    Royal greetings
    06-09-2025 01:15 AM
  • <p>Bahrain&rsquo;s Ambassador to Italy Osama Al Absi delivers His Majesty King Hamad&rsquo;s written message for Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to her Diplomatic Adviser Fabrizio Saggio.</p> <p>They discussed co-operation and the progress achieved across various sectors.</p>
    Message delivered
    03-09-2025 00:49 AM
  • <p>Deputy King His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa chaired a Government Executive Committee meeting yesterday.</p> <p>He reviewed topics related to the Foreign Ministry&rsquo;s development plans and executive programmes, the priority indicators aimed at enhancing competitiveness, the Supreme Council for Environment&rsquo;s initiatives related to environmental conservation, and the Government Priorities Framework 4.0.</p>
    Development plans reviewed
    03-09-2025 00:15 AM
  • <p>Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received Saudi Ambassador Naif bin Bandar Al Sudairi. </p><p>The minister commended the longstanding ties between the two kingdoms and their mutual commitment to developing co-operation. </p><p>Both sides reviewed security co-operation, co-ordination and topics of common interest.</p>
    Saudi ties boost
    02-09-2025 02:13 AM
  • <p>Ombudswoman Ghada Habib received Deputy Head of Mission of the UK to Bahrain Fiona Walker Doyle.</p> <p>The meeting aimed to enhance co-operation and share expertise.</p> <p>The Ombudswoman gave an overview of her office&rsquo;s recent activities highlighting transparency, accountability, and building public trust within law enforcement.</p> <p>They discussed issues of mutual concern.</p> <p>Ms Doyle commended the Ombudsman Office&rsquo;s key role in advancing human rights in Bahrain and emphasised the importance of continued co-operation and expertise exchange.</p>
    Building public trust
    02-09-2025 02:16 AM
  • <p>October 1980: One of the covered malls at the soon to be opened Al Jawhara shopping complex.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div> <p></p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Bygone Bahrain: A nostalgic trip through the GDN and Gulf Mirror archives
    02-09-2025 00:01 AM
  • <p>Around 350 workers benefited from the 11th round of the Indian Community Relief Fund&rsquo;s (ICRF) Thirst Quenchers 2025 summer campaign which was recently held at a work site located in East Hidd. Water, juice and fruits were distributed to labourers from Dar Al Khaleej Company in East Hidd Housing Project.</p> <p>This year&rsquo;s campaign is being supported by the Labour Ministry, Interior Ministry, Labour Market Regulatory Authority, International Organisation for Migration, Manav Dharma Sena and the Bohra community.</p> <p>ICRF officials and enthusiastic volunteers and students were present. Left, volunteers distributing food to labourers. Above, ICRF officials and volunteers at the event.</p>
    Summer aid for workers
    01-09-2025 01:01 AM
  • ICRF officials and volunteers at the event
    Summer aid for workers
    01-09-2025 01:01 AM
  • JUNE 1983: Almoayyed Centre under construction on Shaikh Abdulla Road.
    Bygone Bahrain: A nostalgic trip through the GDN and Gulf Mirror archives
    31-08-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Foreign Ministry Under-Secretary for Political Affairs Khaled Al Jalahma emphasised Bahrain&rsquo;s keenness to strengthen co-operation and partnership with the UN, under the directives of His Majesty King Hamad and the follow-up of the government, led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.</p> <p>It was also in line with the kingdom&rsquo;s commitment to international principles aimed at promoting global peace and security, protecting human rights, safeguarding the environment, and accelerating the achievement of sustainable development goals.</p>
    Enhancing UN co-operation
    30-08-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>General Directorate of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing Director-General Shaikh Khalid bin Rashid Al Khalifa received a delegation from the US Congress.</p> <p>They reviewed the objectives and achievements of the Alternative Sentencing and Open Prisons Project, including rehabilitation, educational and training programmes that support the reintegration of beneficiaries into society.</p>
    Open Prisons Project reviewed
    29-08-2025 02:20 AM
  • <p>Deputy King His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa yesterday chaired a meeting of the Supreme Council for the Development of Education and Training.</p> <p>The meeting reviewed the 2024-2025 performance report of the education and training system, the proposed general framework for special education, initiatives to align education and training with labour market demands, and progress made in implementing the Education and Training Strategy.</p>
    Education strategies reviewed
    29-08-2025 02:02 AM
  • <p>Deputy King His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa yesterday received US Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Admiral Charles Cooper, and an accompanying delegation, at Riffa Palace.</p> <p>HRH Prince Salman congratulated Admiral Cooper on his appointment as Commander of CENTCOM, wishing him success in his role.</p> <p>He affirmed the strength of the strategic partnership between Bahrain and US, highlighting the mutual commitment to further advancing these ties and deepening the relationship across all levels.</p>
    Boosting US defence ties
    29-08-2025 02:01 AM
  • Oil and Environment Minister and Special Envoy for Climate Affairs Dr Mohammed Bin Daina participated in the International Petrochemical Exhibition Kazan Oil, Gas and Chemistry, held under the chairmanship of Tatarstan head Rustam Minnikhanov. He highlighted the importance of strengthening regional and international co-operation to build effective partnerships and share expertise among governments, companies and research institutions.
    Promoting sustainability
    29-08-2025 00:00 AM