Pradeep Puravankara

Social Development Minister Chairs First Reconstituted National Committee for Elderly Meeting

MANAMA: Minister of Social Development and Chairman of the National Committee for the Elderly, Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, presided over the committee’s first meeting of 2026 following its reconstitution, with representatives from relevant government bodies and civil society organizations in attendance. The Minister emphasized the Kingdom’s commitment to enhancing senior care frameworks, refining specialized services, […]

Health Minister Discusses GCC Medical Cooperation

MANAMA: Minister of Health Dr. Jaleela bint Sayed Jawad Hasan met with Sulaiman bin Saleh Al Dakheel, Director General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Health Council, to review joint health initiatives and discuss preparations for Bahrain to host the upcoming 12th Session of the GCC Health Council. The meeting focused on advancing common health priorities, […]

Royal Police Academy Concludes First Week of Summer Camp

MANAMA: The Royal Police Academy (RPA) has successfully wrapped up the first week of its annual summer camp, a core initiative aligned with the national plan to promote national belonging and consolidate citizenship values, “Bahrainouna”. Running from August 16 to 29, 2026, the program aims to empower the Kingdom’s youth through structured learning and skill […]

Vadakara Sahrudaya Vedi Holds Condolence Meeting for Damu Koroth

MANAMA: Vadakara Sahrudaya Vedi convened a memorial service to honor the life and contributions of Damu Koroth, a prominent figure in Bahrain’s socio-cultural scene for over four decades, following his recent passing. Attendees reflected on his deep engagement with the arts and highlighted his demise as an irreparable loss to both the organisation and the […]

ICRF and ICAI Host Financial Literacy Workshop for Workers in Ras Zuwayed

MANAMA: To empower workers with essential money management skills, the Indian Community Relief Fund (ICRF), in collaboration with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Bahrain Chapter, organised a financial literacy workshop at the Nass Corporation Camp in Ras Zuwayed. Over 100 workers attended the session. The workshop provided practical guidance on budgeting, savings, […]

BMBF Marks Independence Day with ‘Help and Drink’ Drive for Workers

MANAMA: The Bahrain Malayali Business Forum (BMBF) celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day by extending its signature “Help and Drink” initiative to outdoor laborers working in the heat. As part of the drive, volunteers visited various labor camps to distribute food, refreshments, and fresh fruits. The project, which provides relief to construction and outdoor workers during […]

Pratibha Balavedi ‘Venalthumbikal’ Summer Camp Concludes

MANAMA: The ‘Venalthumbikal’ summer camp, organized by Bahrain Pratibha Balavedi to provide children with alternative education through entertainment and knowledge, concluded on a vibrant note. Prominent journalist Pradeep Puravankara inaugurated the grand finale, which was combined with India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations. The ceremony was presided over by Pratibha President Mahesh K.V., with General Secretary […]

ICRF Organises 9th Week of ‘Thirst Quenchers 2026’ Campaign in Riffa

MANAMA: The Indian Community Relief Forum (ICRF) Bahrain conducted the ninth week of its annual summer relief project, ‘Thirst Quenchers 2026,’ at a work site in Riffa. Organised in alignment with the Ministry of Labor’s summer work guidelines to ensure worker safety during extreme temperatures, the drive was supported by the Ministry of Labor, LMRA, […]

KPF Bahrain Organises ‘Beat the Heat’ Campaign for Outdoor Workers

As part of India’s 80th Independence Day celebrations and its corporate social responsibility initiatives, the Kozhikode District Pravasi Forum (KPF) Bahrain conducted a “Beat the Heat” campaign, distributing fruit kits to outdoor laborers working in the summer heat. The initiative aimed to support the health and well-being of expatriate workers during the summer months by […]

BKS Speakers Forum Celebrates 80th Indian Independence Day

MANAMA: The Speakers Forum of the Bahrain Keraleeya Samajam (BKS), under its ‘The Confidence Cafe’ initiative, celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day with a series of events. As part of the celebrations, an adult public speaking competition was held on the topic “Patriotism: In Words or Actions?”, featuring over 20 participants. In a historic first for […]