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‘India Unplugged Season 2’ Draws Enthusiastic Crowds as ILA Marks 70 Years of Service

MANAMA, BAHRAIN — The Indian Ladies’ Association (ILA) Bahrain hosted the second edition of its popular quiz competition, “India Unplugged,” on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Epix Cinema in Dana Mall. Coinciding with the ILA’s landmark 70th anniversary, the event drew a packed auditorium of quiz enthusiasts for a high-spirited celebration of Indian history, culture, […]

Kozhikode Native Repatriated from Bahrain After Medical Treatment

MANAMA: Zainath Cholakkal, an Indian national hailing from Kozhikode, Kerala, was safely repatriated to India following medical treatment at Salmaniya Medical Complex in Bahrain. Facing financial and medical constraints that required her immediate return for continued healthcare, intervention was mobilized by the Pravasi Legal Cell (PLC) Bahrain Chapter in collaboration with the Kozhikode District Pravasi Forum. […]

Indian Club Concludes Monthly Members Badminton Championship

MANAMA: The Indian Club – Bahrain successfully concluded its high-octane Indian Club – Delmon Electrical Contracting WLL – Monthly Members Badminton Tournament (August 2026), delivering four days of intense doubles action at its premises. Held from August 9 to August 12, the internal championship featured top club pairings battling for supremacy through teamwork, fast-paced rallies, and […]

Bangladesh Embassy Launches NID Service for Expatriates in Bahrain

MANAMA — The Embassy of Bangladesh in Manama, alongside the Bangladesh Election Commission, officially launched its National Identity Card (NID) registration program on Friday, August 14, 2026. The milestone initiative opens long-awaited government identification services for the Bangladeshi community residing in the Kingdom. Beginning with a recitation from the Holy Quran, the ceremony was attended […]

Pathanamthitta District Pravasi Association Organizes Blood Donation Drive in Bahrain

MANAMA: The Pathanamthitta District Pravasi Association, a prominent community organization of non-resident Keralites in Bahrain, successfully organized a voluntary blood donation drive in collaboration with the Salmaniya Blood Bank. Driven by social responsibility and community welfare, the humanitarian initiative saw approximately 95 donors step forward to contribute. The camp witnessed active participation from executive committee members, […]

Bengal Cultural Society Partners with Al Hilal Hospitals to Host Community Medical Camp

MANAMA: The Bengal Cultural Society (Bongo Sanskriti) Bahrain, in collaboration with Al Hilal Hospitals, successfully organized a health check-up and medical camp on Friday, July 31, 2026. The initiative reflects the society’s ongoing dedication to community welfare and social responsibility within the Kingdom. By partnering with Al Hilal Hospitals, the organization aimed to provide accessible healthcare […]

Bharathi Association Felicitates Indian Embassy Official Girish Chandra Pujari

MANAMA: The Bharathi Association hosted a special felicitation ceremony to honor Shri Girish Chandra Pujari, Second Secretary (PPS to H.E. the Ambassador) at the Embassy of India, on the successful completion of his diplomatic tenure in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The delegation was led by Bharathi Association President Vallam Basheer, accompanied by General Secretary Abdul Qaiyum, […]

KCA Unveils Plans for 50-Day “Onam Ponnonam 2026” Festival in Bahrain

SEGAYYA: The Kerala Catholic Association (KCA) has officially announced its upcoming “Onam Ponnonam 2026” celebrations, a month-and-a-half-long cultural extravaganza set to run from August 21 to October 9, 2026. KCA President James John unveiled the extensive lineup during a recent press briefing, confirming that the festivities will kick off on Friday, August 21, at 7:00 […]

Philippine Ambassador Visits PSB to Mark New Academic Year, Donates NCCA Books

MANAMA: Philippine Ambassador to Bahrain, H.E. Gines Jaime Ricardo D. Gallaga, paid an official visit to the Philippine School Bahrain (PSB) to mark the commencement of the 2026–2027 academic year. Accompanied by Vice Consul Charlie Florian Prenicolas, Ambassador Gallaga met with the school administration, led by Principal Ms. Gydabelle Naval, to discuss the institution’s current academic […]

Sri Lankan Embassy in Bahrain Joins National Integrity Pledge Ceremony

MANAMA: The Embassy of Sri Lanka in the Kingdom of Bahrain marked the commencement of National Integrity Week (27–31 July 2026) by participating in the official National Integrity Pledge Ceremony held on July 27, 2026. The virtual ceremony was organized by Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism. Sri Lankan Ambassador to Bahrain, […]