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  • <p><em><strong>Sri Lankan Ambassador Shanika Dissanayake</strong></em></p><p>Social media influencers and travel and lifestyle content creators came together at an exclusive tourism event, hosted by the Sri Lankan Embassy, at the Grand Swiss-Belhotel Waterfront in Seef. Titled ‘Sri Lanka is Ready’, the gathering offered attendees the chance to savour an authentic Sri Lankan breakfast, complemented by refreshing Ceylon cinnamon-infused tea mocktails.</p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Sri Lankan feast delight
    06-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Guests enjoying traditional food</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Sri Lankan feast delight
    06-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Mr Sarkar, seated, third from right, with members of the new executive committee</strong></em></p><p>A new executive committee has taken charge at the Bengal Cultural Society (BCS) Bahrain, a registered community association representing the diaspora from the Indian state of West Bengal. Known popularly as Bongo Sanskriti, the association also marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of its new office premises in Hoora. The committee is led by president Saikat Sarkar, with Suchanadan Mondal serving as vice-president. The executive team includes general secretary Dominic Manuel, treasurer Partho Chowdhury and Nilanjan Chakraborty, who takes on the dual role of convener and communication secretary. Further appointments include Deepak Kumar as administration secretary, Sanjib Chatterjee and Arundhati Chowdhury as membership secretaries, and Joy Sengupta as communication secretary. The festival portfolio will be managed by Prema Deb, while cultural activities will be overseen by Sanjana Roychowdhury and Mukta Chatterjee.</p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    New committee takes charge at Bengal Cultural Society
    06-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Community members at the inauguration of the new office</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    New committee takes charge at Bengal Cultural Society
    06-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Community members at the inauguration of the new office</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"><br></div><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    New committee takes charge at Bengal Cultural Society
    06-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>1985: Bahrain&rsquo;s first Sulphuric acid plant in Sitra getting ready for production.</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
    24-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p>Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received Arab Interior Ministers Council secretary general Dr Mohammed bin Ali Kuman. Under-Secretary Shaikh Nasser bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa was present. The meeting reviewed means to further develop mechanisms of joint Arab co-operation across various security domains. The two sides also discussed topics on the council’s agenda for its upcoming meeting and their importance in strengthening security co-operation among member states. Gen Shaikh Rashid commended the general secretariat for its role in advancing Arab security and following up on the implementation of decisions issued by Arab Interior Ministers.</p>
    Arab ties in focus
    19-01-2026 00:15 AM
  • <p>Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received Deputy National Security Adviser and Supreme Defence Council Deputy Secretary General Shaikh Khalid bin Ali bin Jaber Al Khalifa.</p><p>They discussed means to further develop strengthen co-ordination, thereby promoting security and safeguarding the nation’s achievements and resources.</p>
    Security push
    19-01-2026 00:15 AM
  • <p>Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Minister Wael Al Mubarak chaired the regular meeting of the Co-operation Committee between the Capital Board of Trustees, municipal councils and government entities.</p> <p>He highlighted the pivotal role undertaken by the board and municipal councils in supporting the development, progress and prosperity process.</p> <p>The minister emphasised the importance of continuing to enhance frameworks of co-operation and co-ordination between government entities, the board and municipal councils.</p> <p>This aims to ensure the integration of efforts in continuing the implementation of service projects and achieving the desired aspirations and objectives.</p> <p>He also noted the keenness to continue adopting qualitative initiatives and the ideas and visions presented by municipal councils.</p> <p>The meeting reviewed the road and sewerage projects plan in the Capital Governorate and the Muharraq Governorate, in addition to reviewing the latest developments related to the implementation of plans and projects in the Northern and Southern Governorates.</p>
    Enhancing development frameworks
    05-01-2026 01:24 AM
  • Enhancing development frameworks
    05-01-2026 01:24 AM
  • <p>Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa honoured members of the security teams from the General Directorate of Criminal Investigation and Forensic Science, who succeeded in uncovering the circumstances of security cases and arresting the suspects. Chief of Police Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan and ministry Under-Secretary Shaikh Nasser bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa were present. The cases included the arrest of two Chinese nationals at the airport in connection with the theft of gold jewellery from a residence valued at approximately BD50,000; the arrest of two suspects for setting a fire and attempting to blow up an ATM of a national bank; and the arrest of two Asians involved in the murder of another person. The minister commended the high level of readiness and professionalism demonstrated by the honoured officers and non-commissioned officers, as well as their courage and swift response in handling incidents and security cases, in a manner that safeguards public safety and security. He emphasised that security efforts do not end with the arrest of offenders, but must also include strengthening security awareness to contribute to crime prevention.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Members of security teams honoured
    05-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received members of the Bin Daina and Al Araifi families, led by Rashid Mohammed Bin Daina. They expressed their thanks and appreciation to the minister for the condolences he extended to the two families. The meeting reflects the genuine Bahraini approach to strengthening communication with all components of society. Gen Shaikh Rashid noted the role of Bahraini families in supporting the unified social fabric, enhancing harmony among all citizens, contributing to consolidating national values, supporting security and stability, and continuing the path of development and progress in the country. Rashid Mohammed Bin Daina thanked the minister for his communication and support. He commended the ministry’s efforts in consolidating security and stability across the country.
    Minister receives Bin Daina and Al Araifi families
    05-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • Interior Minister and Ministerial Committee for Combating Extremism, Terrorism Financing and Money Laundering Chairman General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received Shaikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khalifa, chief executive officer of the Financial Intelligence National Centre and Chairperson of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Policy Committee. Police Chief Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan was present. The minister praised the strategic initiatives underway to update anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing policies.
    Anti-money laundering push
    05-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Mr Al Madani with Dr Al Wedaie, councillors and other officials during the visit</strong></em></p> <p>Northern Governor Hassan Al Madani visited the Northern Municipal Council headquarters in Budaiya, underscoring growing co-operation between the governorate and the elected municipal body to improve services and support development initiatives across the region. Council chairman Dr Sayed Shubber Al Wedaie and secretary-general Hanaa Marhoon were also present. The governor met a number of council members and employees, commending their efforts and contributions towards enhancing service delivery and municipal performance in the governorate.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Governor visits municipal council
    04-01-2026 00:00 AM
  • Police Chief Lieutenant General Tariq Al Hassan yesterday received US Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Elizabeth Litchfield, in the presence of Assistant Chief of Police for Operations and Training Brigadier Mohammed Abdulla Al Haram. Lt Gen Al Hassan commended growing bilateral ties between Bahrain and the US across various domains. They also reviewed means to enhance co-operation, co-ordination and the exchange of expertise.
    Growing US ties praised
    31-12-2025 08:44 AM
  • <p>Nasser Science and Technology Centre continued its specialised cybersecurity training programmes for national cadres across various institutions at the Cybersecurity Lab, launched in partnership with the National Cyber Security Centre. The training targeted new cadres from key national institutions and companies, including specialists from the Information and eGovernment Authority and Bahrain Network Company. The workshops focused on improving technical skills in identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities, and developing secure applications from the first stage of development, enhancing cyber readiness and reducing risks according to international best practices.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Cybersecurity training
    31-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • Cybersecurity training
    31-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received Bahrain’s Ambassador to Jordan Shaikh Khalifa bin Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa. Gen Shaikh Rashid praised the embassy’s role in strengthening and developing all forms of co-operation between the two countries, particularly in security co-operation and co-ordination, and in providing the necessary services to Bahraini citizens in Jordan.
    Envoy received
    31-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Director-General Brigadier Al Qattan, seated third from left, watching the parade</strong></em></p><p>A large number of citizens and residents gathered at Bab Al Bahrain to witness the Bahrain Police Parade, organised by the Interior Ministry to celebrate National Day. The event, held in the presence of Capital Governorate Police Director-General Brigadier Isa Al Qattan, featured a band performing national musical pieces that reflected Bahrain’s rich cultural identity. The parade showcased exceptional discipline, efficiency and readiness, highlighting the professionalism of the Bahrain Police.</p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Grand parade marks National Day
    29-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>The band performing for onlookers</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Grand parade marks National Day
    29-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Officers in the parade</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    Grand parade marks National Day
    29-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, yesterday attended the conclusion of the national virtual exercise, &lsquo;Azm Al Watan 1&rsquo; at the headquarters of the Supreme Defence Council General Secretariat.</p> <p>The exercise was led by the Royal Guard of the Bahrain Defence Force. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, followed the exercise via video conference.</p> <p>Following this, the King held a remote meeting with HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister and senior officials involved in the exercise, where he was briefed on the exercise and the efforts undertaken to ensure its success.</p> <p>The King thanked the participants for their dedication in successfully completing the national exercise.</p>
    King attends conclusion of national virtual exercise
    25-12-2025 01:28 AM
  • Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Parliament Speaker Ahmed Al Musallam, Shura Council Chairman Ali Saleh Al Saleh, ministers and Parliament and Shura Council members attend a meeting of the legislative and executive branches at the National Assembly Complex in Gudaibiya yesterday.
    Public finances discussed
    25-12-2025 00:49 AM
  • Public finances discussed
    25-12-2025 00:49 AM
  • Public finances discussed
    25-12-2025 00:49 AM
  • <p>A band performs during the fourth edition of the Muharraq Nights Festival, which features an extensive music programme and is drawing strong public turnout and engagement.</p> <p>These performances take place across several locations in historic Muharraq, coinciding with the Celebrate Bahrain Season 2025.</p> <p>The festival presents more than 800 musical performances, featuring bands and artists from Bahrain and a number of Arab countries.</p> <p>The festival continues daily until Tuesday.</p>
    Muharraq calling
    24-12-2025 00:28 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Ardha performers at the event</strong></em></p><p>The Southern Governorate, in collaboration with Isa Town Sports Club, hosted a National Day celebration featuring the Bahrain Police Band, traditional Ardha dance, poetry recitations and a variety of cultural activities.</p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    National Day celebrations
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  • <p><em><strong>Bahrain Police Band parade to celebrate the 54th National Day near Isa Town Sports Club</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style> .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-text-selected-show-button { display: block !important; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-expanded { width: 400px; border: 0px; cursor: default; height: 350px; overflow: auto; box-shadow: rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.05) 0px 0px 0px 1px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.1) 0px 3px 6px, rgba(15, 15, 15, 0.2) 0px 9px 24px; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded) { width: 35px; height: 35px; background: transparent; border-radius: 50%; opacity: 0.5; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::before { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 35px; height: 35px; background-color: rgba(128, 0, 128, 0.5); border-radius: 50%; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); animation: explain-selected-growAndFade 2.0s ease-in-out; animation-iteration-count: infinite; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded)::after { content: ""; position: absolute; width: 10px; height: 10px; background-color: rgb(128, 0, 128); top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); border-radius: 50%; } .explain-selected-button.explain-selected-circle:not(.explain-selected-expanded):hover::after { width: 14px; height: 14px; } @keyframes explain-selected-growAndFade { 0% { width: 10px; height: 10px; opacity: 1; } 100% { width: 30px; height: 30px; opacity: 0; } } .explain-selected-button { display: none !important; width: 120px; height: 28px; border-radius: 4px; border: 0px; position: absolute; z-index: 9999; opacity: 1; cursor: pointer; background: white; text-align:left; font-family: Tahoma,Arial,Helvetica Neue,Helvetica,sans-serif; background-color: #fff; color: #333; } .swal2-icon-show-explainselected { border: none; } .swal2-container p { margin: 0 !important; } </style>
    National Day celebrations
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  • <p><em><strong>Members giving blood</strong></em></p> <p>More than 130 members from two unregistered community groups &ndash; Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam Bahrain and Vijay Makkal Iyakkam &ndash; participated in a large-scale blood donation drive at Salmaniya Medical Complex. Above, members giving blood.</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Blood donation camp organised
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