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Knights of Rizal Bahrain Chapter Marks 12th Knighting Ceremony with Celebrations of Patriotism and Service

MANAMA: The Knights of Rizal Bahrain Chapter successfully hosted its 12th Knighting, Promotion, and Awarding Ceremony at the Ramada Resort by Wyndham in Manama. The milestone event reaffirmed the chapter’s ongoing commitment to preserving and promoting the timeless ideals of the Philippine national hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal, within the overseas Filipino community. Held in […]

OVBS Valedictory, Sunday School Golden Jubilee Inauguration, and Summer Camp Launch Held at Bahrain St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral

MANAMA: The St. Mary’s Indian Orthodox Cathedral in Bahrain hosted a mega event marking the valedictory ceremony of the Orthodox Vacational Bible School (OVBS), the official inauguration of the Sunday School’s Golden Jubilee celebrations, and the commencement of its annual Summer Camp. The solemn ceremony, which marked the conclusion of the children’s spiritual training and […]

Northern Governor Attends Closing Ceremony of Youth Bank Summer Camp at Al Budaiya Club

MANAMA — July 8, 2026: His Excellency Mr. Hassan Abdullah Al Madani, Governor of the Northern Governorate, attended the closing ceremony of the Youth Bank Summer Camp held at the Al Budaiya Club. The summer camp was organized by the World Youth International Foundation in strategic cooperation with Al Budaiya Club. The event was attended […]

Bahrain Keraliya Samajam Bids Farewell to Community Veteran A.V. Balakrishnan After 51 Years in the Kingdom

MANAMA — The Bahrain Keraliya Samajam (BKS) hosted a warm farewell ceremony for veteran community member Mr A. V. Balakrishnan and his wife, marking the conclusion of their remarkable 51-year expatriate journey in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The couple is returning to India to settle permanently in Thrissur, Kerala. Arriving in Bahrain in the early […]

Bahrain Customs President Visits Unified Clearance Center Following 100% Digital Transformation Milestone

MANAMA — As part of Bahrain’s ongoing push toward comprehensive digital governance, His Excellency Shaikh Ahmed bin Hamad Al Khalifa, President of Customs, conducted an official visit to the Unified Customs Clearance Center at Khalifa Bin Salman Port to mark its successful transition into a fully remote electronic service center. The visit was conducted alongside […]

Traffic Awareness Initiative for Nepalese Community Successfully Concluded

MANAMA — In a joint effort to promote public safety, the General Directorate of Traffic, in collaboration with the Nepali Club Bahrain, successfully concluded a comprehensive Traffic Awareness Program tailored for the Nepalese expatriate community in the Kingdom. The educational initiative was designed to familiarize community members with Bahrain’s traffic laws, road regulations, and essential […]

NPRA Undersecretary Meets Outgoing Indian Ambassador, Praises Strong Bilateral Ties

MANAMA — His Excellency Sheikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior for Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), received the Ambassador of the Republic of India to the Kingdom of Bahrain, His Excellency Mr. Vinod Kurian Jacob, to mark the conclusion of his diplomatic tenure in the Kingdom. During the […]

Bahrain Interior Minister Meets Former IISS Chief, Highlights Role of Research in Navigating Security Challenges

MANAMA — Bahrain’s Minister of Interior, Lieutenant General Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, held a meeting on Tuesday with Sir John Chipman, the former Executive Chairman of the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), to discuss regional security, mutual cooperation, and the evolving role of strategic think tanks. The meeting was attended by Major […]

Sri Lanka and Bahrain Seek to Bolster Trade and Investment Ties

MANAMA — In a move to strengthen economic cooperation, the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Kingdom of Bahrain, Her Excellency Shanika Dissanayake, held high-level discussions with the Chairman of the Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), His Excellency Nabeel Kanoo. The meeting, which included key board members of the BCCI, focused on identifying […]

Muharraq Governor Praises National Legacies and Highlights Upcoming Tech-Driven Youth Initiatives

MUHARRAQ — His Excellency Mr. Salman bin Isa bin Hindi Al-Mannai, Governor of Muharraq Governorate, chaired a comprehensive session of the Muharraq Governorate Council, praising the deep-rooted civic loyalty of the region’s prominent families, local clubs, and community associations. The Governor emphasized that Muharraq continues to stand as a definitive model of national cohesion and […]