Pradeep Puravankara

New Horizon School Celebrates 26th Foundation Day, Teachers’ Day, and OnamFestivities

JANNUSAN: New Horizon School in Jannusan marked a major milestone by combining its 26th Foundation Day, Teachers’ Day, and Onam celebrations in a vibrant gathering featuring traditional performances, competitive games, and a grand feast. The tri-event was attended by Chairman Mr. Joy Mathews, Director Mrs. Jaya Joy, Principal Mrs. Vandana Sateesh, New Horizon Kindergarten Principal […]

Asian School Invests New Student Council

MANAMA: The Asian School formally inducted its newly appointed Student Council for the academic year 2026–2027 during its annual Investiture Ceremony held on September 10, 2026. The ceremony marked the official handing over of responsibilities to the student leaders, who took a solemn pledge to serve their peers and uphold the core values of integrity, […]

Philippine Embassy and Community Join 13th Annual ‘Kids are Gold’ Walkathon in Bahrain Ambassador Gines D. Gallaga leads Filipino delegation in support of childhood cancer awareness

MANAMA: Ambassador Gines D. Gallaga, alongside officers and staff of the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain and representatives from various Filipino community groups, actively participated in the 13th Annual ‘Kids are Gold’ Walkathon, a global campaign dedicated to raising childhood cancer awareness. The embassy’s participation underscored the Filipino community’s solidarity with international health initiatives and its […]

Bahrain Malayali Business Forum Concludes ‘Help & Drink 2026’ Summer Outreach Campaign

MANAMA: The Bahrain Malayali Business Forum (BMBF) has successfully concluded its annual summer welfare initiative, ‘Help & Drink 2026’, with a closing ceremony held at the Aluminium Care work site in Tubli. Capital Governorate official Yousif Yaqoob Lori attended as the chief guest, while Bahrain Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) board member Bob Thacker […]

Sri Lanka Embassy Hosts Free Medical Camp and Consular Open Day in Bahrain

MANAMA: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bahrain, in collaboration with the Sri Lankan Engineering Society – Bahrain (SLES) and the American Mission Hospital (AMH), conducted a free medical camp for the Sri Lankan expatriate community at the embassy premises. The health outreach event was officially inaugurated by the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Bahrain, […]

Prithvi Raj Wins Title as Inaugural Pratibha Grandmasters Cup Chess Concludes in Bahrain

MANAMA: The inaugural Bahrain Pratibha International Chess Tournament, ‘Grandmasters Cup Season 1’, concluded on a grand note at Galali Hall. Organized by Bahrain Pratibha Manama Region in collaboration with the Bahrain Chess Federation and Arjun’s Chess Academy, the 7-round rapid format tournament drew nearly 140 FIDE-registered players representing nine countries. Mustafa Salah, Board Member of […]

Embassy of Nepal in Bahrain Holds Candlelight Vigil for Flood Victims

MANAMA: The Embassy of Nepal in Bahrain observed a solemn candlelight vigil on September 7 to honor the victims of the catastrophic Bhote Koshi flash floods. The memorial followed a community condolence gathering organized by the embassy on September 4, bringing together representatives from various Nepali community associations to pay tribute to those affected by […]

Minister P. C. Vishnunath Inaugurates BKS Malayalam Mission Pravesanolsavam

MANAMA: Kerala Cultural Affairs Minister P. C. Vishnunath officially inaugurated the new academic year’s Pravesanolsavam (admission festival) for the Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam (BKS) Malayalam Mission School. Speaking at the ceremony held at the BKS Hall as part of the ‘Sravanam 2026’ celebrations, the Minister highlighted the immense importance of mother tongue education among the diaspora. […]

Cultural Splendor at ‘Sravanam 2026’: Minister P. C. Vishnunath Inaugurates BKS Onam Celebrations

MANAMA: The grand Onam celebrations of the Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam (BKS), ‘Sravanam 2026’, were officially inaugurated by Kerala Cultural Affairs Minister P. C. Vishnunath on September 11. Addressing the audience, the Minister unveiled major initiatives to support the artistic and cultural endeavors of the expatriate community. He announced that the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi will […]

Sacred Heart School Hosts Orientation Session for Junior 5 & 6 Parents

ISA TOWN: Sacred Heart School, Isa Town, organised a comprehensive orientation programme designed to equip parents of Junior 5 and 6 students with vital information for the upcoming academic year. The session focused on outlining school expectations, defining student-parent responsibilities, establishing clear communication procedures, and addressing core aspects of student learning and overall well-being. Biju […]