Monday, December 29, 2025

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  • <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>
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    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>
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    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>
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    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><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>
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    National Day celebrations
    22-12-2025 00:22 AM
  • <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>
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    National Day celebrations
    22-12-2025 00:22 AM
  • His Majesty King Hamad yesterday returned following a private visit to Egypt. He was welcomed by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister.
    His Majesty returns
    13-12-2025 00:51 AM
  • Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif Al Zayani yesterday met outgoing Brunei Chargé d’Affaires Nazirah binti Haji Zaini. He commended the long-standing relations between Bahrain and Brunei, and commended her efforts in supporting co-operation, wishing her success in her future duties.
    Brunei relations in focus
    19-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>A candid moment with Santa</strong></em></p><p>The Savoy Grande Hotel Seef recently staged its Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The event, held at the property’s lobby, was attended by guests, nearby residents and the hotel’s management and staff members. Festive cheer set the tone for the evening with carol singing, a visit from Santa Claus and small bites.&nbsp;</p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style>
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    Tree lighting ceremony held
    19-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Team Savoy Grande enjoys the festive spirit</strong></em></p><div class="explain-selected-button explain-selected-circle"></div><style>
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    Tree lighting ceremony held
    19-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Food and beverages being distributed to workers.</strong></em></p>
<p>Community group Lights of Kindness celebrated Bahrain&rsquo;s 54th National Day by distributing lunch packets, sweets, fruit and water bottles to workers in Sitra.</p>
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    Reaching out to mark National Day
    20-12-2025 00:00 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
  • For the love of Bahrain
    21-12-2025 00:43 AM
  • <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>
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    Blood donation camp organised
    20-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Ms Aloysius</p>
    Grand finale set for competition
    08-12-2025 01:16 AM
  • <p><em>Officials with NIARC members at the event</em></p><p><br></p><p>Supporters of Nest International Academy and Research Centre (NIARC) based in Kerala, India, organised a mentalism show by renowned mentalist Fazil Basheer. It was held at the Al Ahli Club’s Banquet Auditorium. MP Mohamed Hussain Al Janahi inaugurated the event which featured Alubaf Arab International Bank chief executive Hasan Khalifa Abulhasan as the guest of honour. NIARC Global Chairman Aharaf K P and Nest Koyilandy General Secretary Yunis T K briefed the audience on the academy’s activities.</p>
    Mentalism show
    06-12-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Bahrain’s streets have been decorated with welcome banners from His Majesty King Hamad to the GCC leaders ahead of the 46th GCC Summit, which will be hosted by the kingdom on December 3. They showed pictures of GCC leaders and flags of the six member states, emphasising values of solidarity and unity towards a brighter future.</p>
    Welcome banners
    26-11-2025 00:42 AM
  • BDF Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Theyab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi chaired a meeting of the joint security committee. The meeting explored means to enhance co-operation and strengthen co-ordination between the kingdom’s military and security agencies. The meeting was attended by National Guard Staff Director Lieutenant General Shaikh Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Khalifa and senior BDF officers.
    Security ties reviewed
    24-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • Works Minister Ibrahim Al Hawaj and Ahmed Omar Trading and Contracting Company signed an agreement to construct the Hussain Ali Yateem Healthcare Centre in Salman Town. Health Minister Dr Jalila Al Sayyed was present. Mr Al Hawaj thanked the Hussain Ali Yateem family for their contribution to the project.
    Health centre contract
    24-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Bahrain&rsquo;s parliamentary delegation has concluded its participation in the 31st Arab Scouting Conference, hosted by the Emirates Scout Association in Abu Dhabi. The delegation, led by MP Mohammed Al Alawi and comprising MP Jalal Kazem Hassan and Shura Council member Redha Munfaredi, joined discussions on strengthening the Arab scouting movement, including youth initiatives, digital transformation, leadership and innovation. The delegates also attended panel discussions on digital leadership, youth protection, innovative education and the future of volunteer work in the region.</p>
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    Strengthening Arab scouting movement
    22-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p>Shura Council Chairman Ali Saleh Al Saleh has concluded an official visit to Jordan at the invitation of Jordanian Senate President Faisal Akef Al Fayez. The visit included wide-ranging talks with senior Jordanian officials, including the Senate President, Prime Minister and Defence Minister Dr Jaafar Hassan, the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Jordan. Mr Al Saleh said the discussions reflected the depth of the long-standing relationship between Bahrain and Jordan and the continued support the ties enjoy from the leadership of both kingdoms.</p>
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    Shura chief concludes Jordan visit
    22-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa received a joint delegation from the GCC secretariat general and the UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security. The delegation was led by GCC Assistant Secretary General for Security Affairs Brigadier Hamad Al Amimi and Acting Executive Director of the Airports Sector at the UAE Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security Hamad Al Mashghouni. The minister expressed Bahrain’s deep appreciation for the historical ties with the UAE, and underscored the robust security co-operation and co-ordination between the two countries. He noted the importance of strengthening the exchange of expertise and successful practices within a unified framework to safeguard collective security and protect the interests and achievements of GCC states. Gen Shaikh Rashid underscored that the adoption of the first phase of the “Single Point” system, approved by GCC Interior Ministers at their meeting in Kuwait, allows GCC citizens to complete all travel procedures from a single point, which will begin on a trial basis between Bahrain and the UAE.
    Joint GCC delegation received
    18-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • <p><em><strong>Mr Nair, centre, with PAACT members at his residence</strong></em></p>
<p>The Palakkad Arts and Cultural Theatre (PAACT) felicitated Amad Group chairman and managing director Pambavasan Nair at his residence in Manama for his recent humanitarian work honour. Dr Nair has won the Dr Mangalam Swaminathan Pravasi Bhartiya Excellence Award and will be bestowed with the honour at a ceremony to be held in New Delhi later this month. The award, instituted by the Dr Mangalam Swaminathan Foundation, recognises individuals and institutions contributing to nation-building across social service, arts, science, journalism and medicine. Dr Nair has contributed greatly to both his homeland, Palakkad, and the expatriate community through philanthropic initiatives. Through the Chandramma Madhavan Nair Trust, founded in memory of his parents, Mr Nair has provided homes for the homeless, medical aid for the ailing and pension support for the underprivileged. PAACT office-bearers said his achievements are a source of immense pride for the organisation and the Malayali community. Attendees included PAACT chief co-ordinator Jyothi Menon, president Ashok Kumar, general secretary Shivdas Nair and several members.&nbsp;</p>
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    Philanthropist honoured
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  • <p><em><strong>Members of the club</strong></em></p>
<p>Angels Toastmasters Club marked its 20th anniversary with an inspiring event, along with its Rising Star Gavels Club, at a community centre in Janabiya. The event featured addresses from dignitaries, recognition of founding members, talent display and a commitment by the first ladies-only Toastmasters club in Bahrain to continue empowering women through leadership and public speaking.&nbsp;</p>
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    Toastmasters club celebrates 20th anniversary
    18-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • Youth Affairs Minister Rawan Tawfiqi yesterday met Serbian Ambassador Tatjana Garcevic and underscored deep-rooted ties between the two countries. She affirmed the ministry’s commitment to strengthening co-operation, particularly in the youth domain.
    Serbia ties reviewed
    18-11-2025 00:00 AM
  • ISLAMIC SOLIDARITY GAMES – BAHRAIN Paralympic Committee president Shaikh Mohammed bin Duaij Al Khalifa visited yesterday the kingdom’s delegation members at the athletes’ village, located at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University. He met Bahrain’s head in Riyadh, Maryam Mardana, in the presence of the kingdom’s top Para athlete Rooba Alomari and other officials, to discuss their preparations for the Para athletics events at the Islamic Solidarity Games. Above, Shaikh Mohammed, third from left, during his meeting with Mardana, second from right, and Alomari, right.
    Para athletics preparations discussed
    17-11-2025 01:27 AM
  • The Bahrain Institute for Political Development (BIPD) held a session on Bahrain’s foreign policy as part of its ‘National Paths’ programme, presented by Foreign Ministry’s Arab and African Affairs Sector chief Ambassador Ahmed Al Tarifi. He reviewed Bahrain’s role in supporting joint Arab action and highlighted the success of hosting the Arab Summit.
    Foreign policy in spotlight
    16-11-2025 01:07 AM