Pradeep Puravankara

Fan Fare and Festivities Mark Special Screening of ‘Jananayagan’ in Bahrain

MANAMA, Bahrain — Fans and families gathered in large numbers at EPIX Cinemas in Dana Mall to mark the release of Jananayagan, the final film starring Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. The special event, joint-hosted by Bahrain Vijay Makkal Iyakkam and TVK Bahrain, brought together hundreds of cinema enthusiasts and members of the […]

Philippine Embassy Host Outreach, Upskilling Programs for OFWs

MANAMA, Bahrain — Demonstrating a unified approach to migrant worker welfare, the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain, alongside key government agencies and community partners, rolled out a comprehensive series of frontline service and empowerment programs across Manama on July 17. The joint initiatives—comprising the monthly Lingkod Kababayan Friday, an IELTS Orientation Program, and a specialized Barista […]

Arjun’s Chess Academy Talents Compete at Serbia Open 2026

BELGRADE: Three rising players from Arjun’s Chess Academy (ACA) have officially launched their campaigns at the prestigious Serbia Open in Belgrade, which commenced on July 13. The academy contingent is led by ACA Director and Head Coach Arjun Kakkadath, who is stationed in the Serbian capital to provide tactical guidance and strategic support to the players […]

BMBF Launches 12th Season of ‘Help and Drink’ Campaign

MANAMA: Providing much-needed relief to construction workers braving the intense summer heat, the Bahrain Malayali Business Forum (BMBF) has officially launched the 12th season of its annual corporate social responsibility initiative, the “Help and Drink” campaign. The multi-month drive commenced at two major construction sites in Tubli, continuing the forum’s long-standing tradition of distributing free refreshments […]

ICRF Holds Fifth Week of ‘Thirst Quenchers 2026’ Campaign in Amwaj

MANAMA: Continuing its dedicated summer outreach to the expatriate workforce, the Indian Community Relief Fund (ICRF) successfully conducted the fifth consecutive week of its annual summer awareness and support initiative, “Thirst Quenchers 2026.” The event took place on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the Amwaj Beach Front project worksite in Amwaj. Aligning with the Ministry of […]

NRNA Bahrain Hosts Successful Blood Donation Drive to Save Lives

MANAMA: The Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) National Coordination Council of Bahrain successfully concluded a major community blood donation campaign.  The humanitarian drive drew widespread participation from the expatriate community under the core theme, “blood donation is a donation of life.” Organizers expressed their deep gratitude and high respect to all the donors who stepped forward to […]

Bahrain Odia Samaj Celebrates Ratha Yatra 2026 with Spiritual Grandeur

MANAMA: The Bahrain Odia Samaj celebrated the auspicious annual Ratha Yatra (Chariot Festival) 2026 with immense devotion, cultural grandeur, and spiritual fervor at Adhari Park, bringing together the Indian diaspora to honor one of Odisha’s most sacred traditions. The auspicious occasion was further elevated by the presence of His Excellency Vinod K. Jacob, the Ambassador of […]

Southern Governor Affirms Commitment to Vital Infrastructure Projects and Community Safety

MANAMA: His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Ali Al Khalifa, Governor of the Southern Governorate, has reaffirmed the governorate’s unwavering commitment to expanding vital development projects, strengthening direct communication channels with residents, and bolstering regional security and stability. This came during the Governor’s weekly majlis council meeting, which was attended by a number of parliament deputies, municipal […]

High Turnout Marks the Success of Police Officers Club’s “Summer Club 3”

MANAMA: The Police Officers Club has witnessed an impressive turnout for its annual “Summer Club 3” program, drawing the participation of nearly 200 children of club members. The comprehensive initiative features a vibrant mix of sports, awareness, entertainment, and educational tracks designed to sharpen the participants’ skills and meaningfully channel their free time during the summer […]

Pakistani Women’s Association Launches Refreshment Drive to Support Outdoor Workers in Summer Heat

MANAMA: The Pakistani Women’s Association (PWA) has proudly launched its annual Refreshment Drive once again this year, continuing a long-standing initiative dedicated to supporting outdoor workers during the scorching summer months. As part of the campaign, PWA team members visited various locations and construction sites across the city to distribute insulated thermos bottles to laborers. […]