Friday, July 4, 2025


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  • <p>Mr Aseeri performing with percussionist Rashid Al Hameeri</p>
    Aseeri’s musical magic enthrals
    11-05-2025 00:49 AM
  • His Majesty King Hamad has received an invitation from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud to attend the GCC-US Summit in Riyadh. It was handed over by Saudi Ambassador Naif bin Bandar Al Sudairi.
    Summit invite
    09-05-2025 00:50 AM
  • <p>Indian classical dancer Methil Devika dazzled the audience with a graceful performance last night during the fourth edition of the Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam Indo-Bahrain Dance and Music Festival being held the group’s premises in Segaiya.</p><p> She showcased her Mohiniyattam group production titled Uchchila, along with her team. The style is inspired by Muchilot Bhagavathi, a goddess believed to have originated from the sweat Lord Shiva shed at the time of his stupendous dance on the Mount Kailasa.</p><p><br></p>
    Scintillating show
    09-05-2025 00:47 AM
  • <p>Ms Devika with BKS president P V Radhakrishna Pillai, left, former Speaker of Kerala Legislative Assembly and NORKA Roots Vice Chairman P Sreeramakrishnan, centre, BKS general secretary Varghese Karakkal, second from right, and festival convenor Prashanth&nbsp;Govindapuram.</p>
    Scintillating show
    09-05-2025 00:47 AM
  • <p>Above, His Majesty addresses senior officials during the meeting.</p>
    BDF’s dedication praised
    08-05-2025 01:42 AM
  • <p>Above, the King with the BDF Commander-in-Chief.</p>
    BDF’s dedication praised
    08-05-2025 01:42 AM
  • <p>His Majesty King Hamad, the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, yesterday received BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa and senior BDF officers. <br></p><p>During the meeting, the King expressed appreciation for the dedication and national service of BDF personnel and commended their commitment and efforts in defending the kingdom and upholding its values and interests.</p><p>Above, Royal Guard Special Force Commander Colonel Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Adviser and Royal Guard Commander Lieutenant General Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa and His Majesty’s Personal Representative Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa at the meeting.</p>
    BDF’s dedication praised
    08-05-2025 01:42 AM
  • National Institution for Human Rights (NIHR) president Ali Al Derazi yesterday met United States Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission David Brownstein and reviewed areas of mutual interest and discussed co-operation. The meeting also addressed the NIHR’s efforts in promoting and raising awareness of human rights, and in monitoring the human rights situation in the kingdom through field visits, oversight reports, and awareness publications, following the institution’s legal mandate and in line with international principles and standards governing the work of national human rights institutions.
    NIHR meets US official
    08-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Students and civic staff during the campaign.</strong></em></p> <p>Twenty students took part in a clean-up campaign organised by the Southern Municipality in partnership with Hawar International School in Hunainiyah Valley. They were joined by municipality employees to collect waste.&nbsp;</p> <div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div>
    Students join clean-up
    08-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • Students collecting waste
    Students join clean-up
    08-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>The Civil Defence has praised the courage of a citizen, Abdulnabi Al Khabbaz, after he rescued a vehicle that caught fire at a fuel station in Daih. </p><p>Its director general Air Commodore Ali Mohammed Al Kubaisi praised his courage when he visited Mr Al Khabbaz in the hospital to check on his health after he suffered burns in the accident. </p><p>The officer commended the swift response of Mr Al Khabbaz, who helped preserve lives and property. He stressed that such actions embody the values of courage and responsibility that Bahraini society cherishes.</p>
    Blaze hero praised
    07-05-2025 03:21 AM
  • <p>A prayer meeting was held in memory of Kim Fernandez, a long-time resident of the kingdom and mother of Bahrain-born Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manama, yesterday.</p><p>The 71-year-old Malaysian-Canadian national died last month in Mumbai following a long battle with cancer. She was cremated in India.</p><p>Mrs Fernandez, who lived in Bahrain for more than 50 years, leaves behind husband Elroy, daughters Jacqueline and Geraldine, and sons Warren and Ryan. Left,the prayer meeting being held at the church. Right, Jacqueline with her father Elroy at the event.</p>
    Prayer meeting
    07-05-2025 03:36 AM
  • <div>Jacqueline with her father Elroy at the&nbsp;event</div>
    Prayer meeting
    07-05-2025 03:36 AM
  • <p>More than 150 people attended a Labour Day celebration organised by the Indian Ladies Association (ILA) at a labour camp in Sitra.</p><p>The event, which aimed to recognise labourers’ contributions to society, featured live performances, engaging activities and more, reinforcing the organisation’s motto ‘Service before Self’. Above, ILA team.</p>
    ILA celebrates Labour Day
    05-05-2025 01:23 AM
  • <p>Labourers at the event</p>
    ILA celebrates Labour Day
    05-05-2025 01:23 AM
  • <p>A special screening was organised for about 250 expatriate workers by the Indian Community Relief Fund (ICRF) as part of Labour Day celebrations. Senior government officials, LuLu Group retail director Juzer Rupawala and guests were present at the screening of the Bollywood film, Sikandar, at Epix Cinema in Dana Mall.</p> <p>All attendees were provided with food packets courtesy Lulu Care. ICRF vice chairman Pankaj Nallur spoke of the association&rsquo;s activities and addressed the workers and thanked the guests.</p> <p>Above, officials, guests and workers at the special film screening.</p>
    Special film screening for workers
    05-05-2025 01:18 AM
  • <p>Expatriate welfare group Pravasi Legal Cell (PLC) Bahrain Chapter celebrated its third anniversary at KIMSHEALTH auditorium in Umm Al Hassam.</p> <p>The third edition of the newsletter, The Bridge, featuring the group&rsquo;s ongoing initiatives, success stories and community engagements, was unveiled during the occasion, attended by diplomats, government officials, philanthropists and community leaders.</p> <p>PLC global public relations officer and Bahrain Chapter president Sudheer Thirunilath thanked all the stakeholders for their support.</p> <p>Key organisations, including the International Organisation for Migration, Expat Protection Centre under the Labour Market Regulatory Authority, government hospitals, the Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs, and KIMSHEALTH were honoured during the event.</p> <p>Above, attendees at the celebration.</p>
    PLC celebrates third anniversary
    05-05-2025 01:16 AM
  • <p>A large crowd of citizens and residents took part in the funeral procession yesterday of Mohamed Mahmood Shehabi, who died in the Bapco tragedy along with his colleague Dejan Cuca on Friday.</p> <p>Oil and Environment Minister Dr Mohammed Bin Daina and Bapco chief executive Dr Abdulrahman Jawahery led the mourners at Muharraq Cemetery.</p> <p>Many officials along with family members and colleagues of the deceased were present.</p> <p>They expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their colleague, who was known for his dedication and hard work, praying for patience and solace for his family.</p> <p>Dr Bin Daina and Dr Jawahery offer condolences to the mourners.</p>
    Funeral tribute
    04-05-2025 00:19 AM
  • <p>A parliamentary delegation, headed by second deputy speaker Ahmed Qarata, participated in the 38th executive committee meeting of the Arab Inter-Parliamentary Union (AIPU), held in Algeria.</p> <p>He underscored Bahrain&rsquo;s unwavering national stance, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad, in supporting just Arab causes, foremost among them the Palestinian cause.</p> <p>Mr Qarata also underscored that the Arab nation is facing a critical period marked by escalating political, economic and humanitarian challenges, emphasising the need for strengthened co-ordination and unity, particularly in response to the ongoing aggression against the Gaza Strip and the resulting humanitarian crisis.</p>
    Greater Arab unity urged
    03-05-2025 01:01 AM
  • The Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Ministry’s equal opportunities committee held its second regular meeting of 2025, chaired by the ministry’s Under-Secretary for Courts, Family Reconciliation and Alimony, and member of the Supreme Council for Women Dana Al Zayani. Ms Al Zayani emphasised the ministry’s interest in expanding training programmes that support efforts to achieve gender balance at all levels.
    Gender balance push
    02-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • Shura Council Chairman Ali Saleh Al Saleh met Arab Parliament President Mohammed Al Yamahi on the sidelines of the South-South Parliamentary Dialogue Forum in Rabat. Mr Al Saleh expressed appreciation for the Arab Parliament’s key role in promoting joint parliamentary efforts and supporting Arab causes. He commended its continued work in regional and international forums to represent Arab peoples and address their aspirations. Mr Al Saleh highlighted co-operation with the Arab Parliament and support for its efforts to unify parliamentary positions and share expertise among Arab legislatures.
    Parliamentary push
    01-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Minister Wael Al Mubarak received Italian Ambassador Andrea Catalano. The minister highlighted the strong ties between Bahrain and Italy. He underscored the importance of strengthening co-operation, particularly in the municipal and agricultural sectors through the exchange of expertise. Ambassador Catalano emphasised his country’s keenness to further develop relations and wished Bahrain continued progress and prosperity.
    Envoy received
    01-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • BDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi attended the opening of the joint naval field exercise Dawn Storm 29 at the Royal Bahrain Naval Force, with the participation of units from the BDF, Interior Ministry and National Guard. Lt Gen Al Nuaimi conveyed the greetings of BDF Commander-in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa. He emphasised that the exercise aims to enhance and exchange military expertise in planning, execution, and effective response to various challenges, utilising the latest military technologies to improve the level of joint operational readiness.
    Joint naval exercise begins
    01-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • Cyprus Foreign Minister Dr Constantinos Kombos visited Bahrain National Museum. He was received by Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities Director General of Heritage Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa and Director General of Culture and Museums Farah Mattar. He was given a tour of the museum’s galleries, where he viewed key aspects of Bahrain’s history and cultural legacy, including traditional industries, crafts, manuscripts, and customs.
    Museum visit
    01-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • Transportation and Telecommunications Minister Dr Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa received Cyprus Foreign Minister Dr Constantinos Kombos. They discussed ways to enhance co-operation, with a focus on key sectors including transport, communications, logistics, and digital innovation. Dr Shaikh Abdulla affirmed Bahrain’s commitment to developing its economic partnership with Cyprus.
    Cyprus relations boost
    01-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • Interior Ministry’s Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs Under-Secretary Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa yesterday received Tonya Bentlan, regional director for the Middle East of Home Office International Operations in the UK. Shaikh Hisham highlighted the importance of the visit in strengthening security co-operation and co-ordination between Bahrain and the UK, noting its key role in supporting joint security efforts. They also reviewed areas of co-operation, particularly in facilitating travel procedures and identity verification.
    Security ties discussed
    01-05-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Finance and National Economy Minister Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa Al Khalifa affirmed the continuous growth and progress of relations between Bahrain and Italy at all levels. </p><p>He pointed to the mutual keenness to strengthen the existing relations as he separately met in Rome Economy and Finance Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti, Enterprises and Made in Italy Minister Adolfo Urso, left, and Italian Investment Agency (Invitalia) chief executive Dr Bernardo Mattarella.</p>
    Italian relations reviewed
    30-04-2025 01:40 AM
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    Italian relations reviewed
    30-04-2025 01:40 AM
  • <p>The Official Liverpool Supporters Club Bahrain (OLSC Bahrain) hosted a special gathering for members and fans to mark Liverpool Football Club&rsquo;s win over Tottenham Hotspur to clinch their 20th English Premier League title.</p> <p>To mark the occasion, OLSC Bahrain hosted a screening of the match.</p> <p>The gathering brought together fans from all walks of life who support Liverpool FC. OLSC Bahrain chairman Fahad Alabbasi expressed his pride in both the club&rsquo;s historic achievement and the unity amongst fans in Bahrain.</p> <p>&ldquo;This is not just a title; it&rsquo;s a celebration of identity, loyalty and family,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;We are proud to stand behind this incredible team, and we look forward to many more unforgettable moments together.&rdquo; Right, OLSC Bahrain team members during the screening.</p>
    Liverpool fans celebrate title success
    30-04-2025 01:25 AM
  • The Jaafari Endowments Directorate held its annual ceremony to honour the participating reciters and winners of the “Tilawat” ( Quran recitations) competition, which was organised throughout the holy month of Ramadan via the directorate’s social media platform. The event was attended by Jaafari Endowments Council deputy chairman Abduljalil Ibrahim Al Tarif and members.
    Quran reciters honoured
    30-04-2025 00:59 AM