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Manama :  His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today inaugurated the Electricity and Water Control Center. The inauguration coincided with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Days and the Silver Jubilee commemorating the 25th anniversary of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s Accession to the Throne. HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister commended the efforts made to accomplish Bahrain’s development goals across various fields, enhancing the Kingdom’s competitiveness and bolstering its national economy. His Royal Highness affirmed that Team Bahrain consistently fulfils the Kingdom’s aspirations with great ambition, determination,…

Manama : The most global MMA organization in the world, BRAVE Combat Federation, has announced a strategic partnership with Triangle International Group (TIG GROUP Holdings) aimed at redefining the global sports landscape and elevating the standard of sports commercialization. “This partnership represents our continued commitment to transforming MMA from an event business to a global sports platform,” said Mohammed Shahid, President of BRAVE CF. “By joining forces with TIG Holding, we aim to introduce groundbreaking innovations that will elevate the entire sports ecosystem and provide unprecedented opportunities for fighters worldwide.” As part of this collaboration, TIG Holding will support and fund a…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today chaired the weekly Cabinet Meeting at Gudaibiya Palace. The Cabinet commended His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s address on the occasion of the celebrations of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Days, the 25th Accession Anniversary of His Majesty the King to the Throne, and the accompanying national events. The Cabinet expressed its thanks to Bahraini citizens for their generous gestures on the Kingdom’s National Days, as well as the allied countries for their congratulations on the occasions. On the occasion…

Gramado : A small plane carrying 10 people crashed into shops in the center of the tourist city of Gramado in southern Brazil on Sunday, killing everyone on board, state government officials said. The aircraft’s owner and pilot, Luiz Claudio Galeazzi, died along with the other nine passengers, all of whom were members of his family, according to Rio Grande do Sul Governor Eduardo Leite. In addition, 17 people on the ground were injured, Leite said at a press conference, with 12 still receiving hospital care, including two in critical condition. Manufactured in 1990, the twin-engine Piper PA-42-1000 took off…

Manama : The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) has been recognised as a health-promoting university as part of the collaboration between the Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO) in Bahrain. This initiative is a part of the “Health Promoting Universities” programme and it seeks to foster sustainable health policies and create a supportive environment for education and work within universities. The announcement was made during an event held at AUBH, attended by Dr Diana Al Jahrami, Secretary-General of the Higher Education Council; Dr Tasnim Atatrah, WHO Representative in Bahrain; and Dr Bradley J. Cook, President of AUBH.…

Abu Dhabi : ADNOC Drilling’s two brand-new jack-up rigs have arrived in the UAE and will start operating by Q1. This takes the fleet size to 142 rigs, adding further to ADNOC Drilling being among the largest rig fleet owners in the world. The new rigs top off a superlative year for ADNOC Drilling and a testament to how well the company has navigated the year. In an analyst note, JP Morgan said, “Since its IPO, ADNOC Drilling has behaved as a high-quality, defensive business and has consistently met and exceeded guidance and expectations. The outstanding performance also reflects positive…

Manama : The Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) announced that live ammunition drills will take place in the Northern Naval Area (Hare Shtaya) on Wednesday, December 25, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, at a safety altitude of 21,000 feet. The Bahrain Defence Force advised citizens and residents, and all those are concerned to stay clear of the mentioned areas for their safety.

Manama : The Labor Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the implementation of 272 inspection campaigns and visits, during the period of 15 to 21 December 2024, which resulted in the detention of 39 violating and irregular workers, while 95 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 Labor 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 261 inspection visits were carried…

Manama :   Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, Minister of Youth Affairs, announced the launch of the “Exceptional Volunteer” initiative, aimed at honoring 25 outstanding Bahraini youth in the field of voluntary work. The initiative will coincide with Bahraini Youth Day, observed annually on March 25, in recognition of their efforts and contributions to the community and in promoting a spirit of giving. The minister noted that the initiative aligns with the policies of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), chaired by His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty for Humanitarian Work and Youth…

Manama: The Indian School Annual Cultural Fair 2024 presented by Star Vision Events concluded on a high note at the Isa Town campus on Friday. The fair drew a large number of visitors and was a testament to the exceptional collaboration between the school and the wider community. The fair featured a dynamic blend of performances, exhibitions, and family entertainment activities, highlighting the diversity and artistic talent of the students.   Indian Embassy Second Secretary (HOC) Ravi Kumar Jain and Second Secretary (PPS to Ambassador) Girish Chandra Pujari visited the fair.  ISB Hon.Chairman Adv.Binu Mannil Varughese, Sethuraj Kadakkal, Chairman of…