Pradeep Puravankara

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. […]

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 […]