Author: News Desk

Manama : In a press conference held at Gudaibiya Palace, the Government today announced a package of Cabinet-approved measures to curb government spending, raise new revenues and protect key subsidies for citizens, following a Cabinet meeting chaired by Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. Central to the announcement, the Cabinet confirmed that electricity and water prices will remain unchanged for the first and second tariff bands for citizens’ main homes, including extended families. Plans to redesign household utility support were put on hold for further study, while price changes for other user categories will take…

Manama : The Ministry of Industry and Commerce underscored its commitment to overseeing the implementation of Cabinet decisions related to a package of initiatives aimed at improving the financial situation and ensuring the continuity of support provided to citizens. These initiatives include adjusting natural gas prices for companies and factories, developing the mechanism for setting fuel prices, and other government measures supporting economic development. The Ministry noted that its Inspection Directorate will intensify monitoring efforts through comprehensive work plans and expanded inspection campaigns and visits across Bahrain’s markets and regions, with particular focus on sectors linked to the basic needs…

Manama : The committee responsible for setting and monitoring petroleum product prices in the local market met to set fuel prices in line with global price changes, while ensuring economic efficiency and financial sustainability. Following the meeting, new fuel prices were approved with effect from December 30 as follows: – Super 98: 0.265 dinars per litre – Premium 95: 0.235 dinars per litre – Regular 91: 0.220 dinars per litre – Diesel: 0.200 dinars per litre, with diesel services for Bahraini fishermen remaining in place

Manama : The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) announced the closure of a tourism establishment after detecting violations of laws and regulations governing tourism activities in the Kingdom of Bahrain, and taking the necessary administrative measures. The Authority said the step is part of its ongoing efforts to regulate the tourism sector, enhance service quality, and ensure compliance with approved standards, reinforcing Bahrain’s position as a leading tourism destination. It also noted the continuation of inspection campaigns, in coordination with relevant authorities, to ensure compliance with applicable legislation and to take legal action in accordance with Decree-Law 15 of…

Manama : Ibrahim bin Hassan Al Hawaj, Minister of Works, underscored the ministry’s commitment to implementing strategic projects to develop and enhance the efficiency of the road network, in line with comprehensive plans to improve services across the Kingdom. This came during a field visit to the bridge linking Shaikh Isa bin Salman Causeway to Avenue 105 in Busaiteen, where he announced the opening of traffic on the bridge. Shaikh Mishal bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Works, Ahmed Sami Al Tajer, Assistant Undersecretary for Roads, and other officials were present. The minister noted that the project,…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today issued Edict (79) of 2025, amending Article (1) of Decision No. (26) of 2008 concerning fees for the issuance and renewal of work permits and residency permits for the families of foreign workers. The Edict was issued based on the recommendation of the Minister of Labour, Chairman of the Labour Market Regulatory Authority, and following Cabinet approval. Article (I) Article 1 of Decision No. 26 of 2008 is replaced as follows: Fees payable by employers for each work permit or its renewal,…

Manado : A fire at a retirement home in the city of Manado on Indonesia’s Sulawesi island has killed 16 people. The fire at the Werdha Damai retirement home was ablaze late on Sunday, and authorities are still investigating its cause, Manado police chief Irham Halid said at a press conference. Footage by news channel Metro TV showed the fire blazing through the home, turning the night sky orange, with residents appearing to help one elderly person escape from the burning building. On Monday, the destroyed remnants of the home were filled with debris. Olva Sumual, the home’s caretaker, said…

Cluj-Napoca : Shaikha Hayat bint Abdulaziz Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Table Tennis Association (BTTA) and Vice President of the Asian Table Tennis Federation (ATTF), received the hosting flag for the Kingdom of Bahrain to stage the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) World Youth Championships next year. The handover took place at the conclusion of the ITTF World Youth Championships held in Romania, marking the start of the countdown to hosting the global event. Shaikha Hayat bint Abdulaziz emphasised that receiving the hosting flag represents a memorable moment and a key milestone in the federation’s journey. She said it…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with HE Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, and HE Ali bin Saleh Al Saleh, Chairman of the Shura Council, who were accompanied by their respective deputies and members of both bureaus and the two councils, at Gudaibiya Palace. His Royal Highness affirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to implementing national plans and initiatives aligned with a comprehensive vision, aimed at enhancing government workstreams. His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad underscored that citizens are the cornerstone of the…

Manama : The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 860 inspection campaigns and visits, during the period of December 21-27, which resulted in the detention of 24 violating and irregular workers, while 212 violators were deported.  The inspection campaigns and visits also resulted in monitoring a number of violations related to the provisions of a number of regulating laws, especially the Labour Market Regulatory Authority and the Residency Laws in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting that legal measures were taken regarding the observed violations. The Authority pointed out that 822 inspection visits were carried out on various…