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Mangalore: Boloor Jarandaya Daiva Sthana and Boloor Billava graama samithi, in association with Sri Narayana Guru Educational Charitable Trust, awarded scholarships for 33 economically backward students   and 10 talented students who excelled in academics were honored with rewarded. Businessman Santhosh Pujari, the Vice Chairman of New Delhi  Anurup Company, inaugurated the event  and addressed the gathering , he exhorted the scholarship recipients to take advantage of the scholarship and achieve the highest progress in life. He mentioned that such kind of charity work is divine work, a work of merit and praised the pioneer of the organization, expressed his gratitude…

Jakarta : At least 12 people died and 18 are missing after a torrential rain caused a landslide in an illegal gold mine over the weekend in Indonesia’s Sulawesi island, officials said on Monday. The landslide on Sunday morning in Suwawa district, Gorontalo province, killed miners and residents living near the illegal mine, said Heriyanto, head of the local rescue agency (Basarnas). Five survivors had been evacuated, he said, adding that a rescue team was searching for 18 missing people on Monday. “We have deployed 164 personnel, consisting of the national rescue team, police and military personnel, to search for…

Manama, : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today chaired the weekly Cabinet Meeting at Gudaibiya Palace, attended by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. His Majesty extended his congratulations to the people of Bahrain and the Arab and Islamic nations on the advent of the new Hijri year 1446, praying to Allah Almighty for a year of security and prosperity for the Arab and Islamic nations, and for continued progress and development for the Kingdom of Bahrain and its people. His Majesty praised the unwavering efforts of HRH…

Seoul : South Korea’s car exports are estimated to have reached a record US$37 billion for the first half of the year, according to industry data Sunday. Automobile exports are estimated to have increased 3.8 percent on-year during the January-June period to reach $37.01 billion, marking the highest tally for the first half of any year, according to tentative data from the industry ministry and the Korea International Trade Association. The previous record was at $35.65 billion last year, boosted by 46.5 percent on-year growth from 2022. Since 2021, car exports have seen positive year-on-year growth for four consecutive years…

‏Manama : A hotline (32265727) has been dedicated for citizens and residents to report any violations during the midday work ban period. ‏Mustafa Aqeel Abdulla Al Shaikh, Director of Inspection and Occupational Safety at the Ministry of Labour and Social Development, said the work ban on working outdoors and under direct sunlight from 12noon to 4 pm during July and August underscores the commitment to community partnership. ‏He said that the establishments’ commitment to the resolution (3) reflects the awareness and sense of responsibility of employers.

Manama : Under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports First Deputy Chairman, General Sports Authority (GSA) and Bahrain Olympic Committee President (BOC), the Bahrain Olympic Academy held a graduation ceremony for six administrative and technical courses.  His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice President of the General Sports Authority, honoured the graduates at a ceremony held at the Wyndham Grand Manama.  The ceremony was attended by His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, President of the Royal Equestrian…

Manama : The Indian Community Relief Fund (ICRF) Thirst-Quenchers 2024 team has kicked off its annual summer awareness program on Saturday, 6 July 2024., aligning with the Ministry of Labour’s initiative to ensure a safe working environment during the sweltering months of July and August. This year’s program was inaugurated by Mr. Hussain Al Hussaini, Senior Occupational Safety Engineer at the Ministry of Labour, alongside ICRF Chairman Dr. Babu Ramachandran and the team, at a worksite in Marassi.  Dr Babu Ramachandran – Chairman of ICRF and Mr Hussain Ali Hussaini have addressed the workers and spoke about precautionary methods to…

Manama : Dr. Khalid Ahmed Hassan, Undersecretary for Animal Wealth Resources at the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, inaugurated Bahrain’s second loz (tropical almond) festival. The festival will take place from July 5- 7 at Budaiya Botanical Garden’s Farmers Market. The festival aims to support local farmers by providing a platform to market their products and offer visitors the opportunity to learn about loz (tropical almond) varieties, cultivation methods, and related manufacturing industries. The festival highlights the significance of agriculture and the importance of preserving the fruit as a plant genetic resource in Bahrain. The festival features the participation…

Ramallah : Thousands of Palestinian citizens performed the Friday prayer at the Al Aqsa Mosque, amidst stringent military measures to restrict access to the mosque. The Jerusalem Endowments Council estimated in a press statement that around 40,000 people attended the Friday prayer at Al Aqsa Mosque. Several individuals barred from entering Al Aqsa Mosque performed the Friday prayer near Al Asbat Gate. Since the beginning of the war on Gaza in October 2023, security measures have been intensified at the gates of Al-Aqsa Mosque and the entrances to the Old City of Jerusalem. Citizens of occupied Jerusalem and Palestinians from…

Islamabad : At least two people were killed and eight others injured following a roadside bomb explosion in northwest Pakistan. Police sources confirmed the attack occurred in the Mardan area of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. Two of the wounded are reportedly in critical condition. No group has claimed responsibility for the explosion yet.