Pradeep Puravankara

Interior Minister Receives Former UK Minister

Discussions focus on regional security, emergency preparedness, and bolstering historic bilateral ties MANAMA, Bahrain Lieutenant General His Excellency Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Minister of Interior, received Lord Tariq Ahmad, the former Minister of State for the Middle East and North Africa at the United Kingdom Foreign Office, this morning. The high-level meeting […]

BKS Confers Educational Excellence Awards

MANAMA, Bahrain: The Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam (BKS) hosted a grand ceremony at the Samajam Hall to present its Educational Excellence Awards to the children of BKS members who achieved outstanding success in their 10th and 12th-grade examinations for the academic year 2025–2026. The event commenced with a welcome address by BKS General Secretary Varghese Karakkal. […]

The Indian School Bahrain Bids Farewell to Longest-Serving Principal VR Palaniswamy

MANAMA, Bahrain: The Indian School Bahrain (ISB) accorded a grand and heartfelt farewell to its Principal, VR Palaniswamy, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Held at the institution’s Jashanmal Auditorium, the event marked the retirement of the longest-serving principal in the school’s history, celebrating an illustrious educator whose contributions have shaped the institution for over two […]

Bongo Sanskriti Reaffirms Allegiance to Bahrain’s Leadership in National Loyalty Campaign

MANAMA, Bahrain – Bongo Sanskriti (the Bengal Cultural Society) of Bahrain officially joined the national loyalty campaign, “Bahrain Is United,” by signing a formal pledge reaffirming their allegiance and support for the Kingdom’s leadership. The initiative reflects Bongo Sanskriti’s deep community solidarity and underscores its unequivocal support and respect for His Majesty King Hamad bin […]

Bahrain Odia Samaj Ladies’ Team Celebrates ‘Raja’ Festival with Grandeur

MANAMA, Bahrain – The Ladies’ Team of the Bahrain Odia Samaj celebrated Odisha’s iconic festival of womanhood, ‘Raja’, with immense joy and cultural enthusiasm at a special gathering held in Manama. Deeply rooted in Odia tradition, Raja is a unique festival that honors womanhood, celebrates the fertility of Mother Earth, and welcomes the arrival of […]

NRTIA Delegation Bids Farewell to Indian Ambassador Vinod K. Jacob

MANAMA, Bahrain – A delegation from the Non-Resident Tamil Indians Association (NRTIA), led by President Mohammed Hussain Malim, recently conducted a courtesy visit to the Indian Embassy in Bahrain to honor outgoing Indian Ambassador, His Excellency Vinod K. Jacob, as he concludes a successful tenure in the Kingdom. During the meeting, which was attended by […]

ILA Hosts Landmark All-Women Photography Awards to Celebrate Platinum Jubilee

MANAMA: The Indian Ladies Association (ILA) successfully hosted the grand award ceremony for the IMAGEin Bahrain Women’s Photography Competition on June 20, 2026. Held as a highlight of the association’s historic 70th Anniversary celebrations, the unique all-women contest generated widespread community interest, drawing over 150 participants who submitted more than 200 breathtaking photographs. The top […]

The Indian School Junior Wing Celebrates International Day of Yoga with Enthusiastic Participation

MANAMA: As part of its vibrant activities for the 2026–2027 academic year, The Indian School Bahrain (ISB) Junior Wing celebrated the International Day of Yoga with a series of engaging sessions on June 21, 2026. The event was organized to promote physical fitness, mental well-being, and the holistic benefits of integrating yoga into daily life. […]

ICRF Bahrain Hosts “Loyalty Pledge” Signing to Reaffirm Strong Bonds with the Kingdom’s Leadership

MANAMA: The Indian Community Relief Fund (ICRF) Bahrain hosted a monumental “Loyalty Pledge” signing event on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the Indian Club, Bahrain. The initiative was organized as a core highlight of the ICRF Workers Day (Summer Fest 2026) celebrations. The gathering served to formally reaffirm the unwavering support, profound loyalty, and deep-rooted […]

BKS Executive Committee (2026-2028) Officially Inaugurated

MANAMA: The official induction ceremony of the newly elected Executive Committee of the Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam (BKS) for the 2026-2028 term was held with great splendor at the Samajam’s Diamond Jubilee (DJ) Hall. The Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Bahrain, H.E. Vinod K. Jacob, graced the occasion as the chief guest. Delivering his […]