Author: News Desk

Manama : The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) held a press conference today announcing the details of the support bundle for the healthcare sector, aiming to train and develop over 700 Bahrainis in the sector. This came following the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to increase support for the employment of Bahraini doctors, and the announcement of His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Isa bin Salman Education Charitable Trust, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Labour…

Manama : Bahrain’s two-month midday ban on outdoor work during the afternoon will begin tomorrow, July 1. According to the Resolution (3) of 2013, the ban on work under direct sunlight and in open places will run from noon, 12 pm until 4 pm, during July and August. Jameel bin Mohammed Ali Humaidan, the Minister of Labour, called on employers to maintain their commitment to implementing the decision to ensure the safety and health of workers and to take all regulatory measures, including rescheduling working hours in a way that does not affect the progress of work. He emphasised the…

New Delhi : The Indian Army announced holding a meeting of the sub-working group of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission to discuss means to enhance cooperation between India and Russia in the defence sector. The Army Command stated that this was the third such meeting, held over two days in the Indian capital. Leaders from the Indian Army and the Russian Ground Forces participated, focusing on enhancing cooperation in defence, military training, military education, and joint exercises between the Indian and Russian armies. Additionally, a diplomatic source mentioned that India and Russia are discussing arrangements for India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s…

Manama : Rawan bint Najeeb Tawfiqi, the Minister of Youth Affairs, opened “Unfiltered Thoughts”, an art exhibition by young artist Amal Al Balooshi at the Salman Cultural Centre. The exhibition features a variety of paintings by the emerging artist. Minister Tawfiqi applauded the artistic talent of Bahraini youth, emphasising their high standards and notable contributions to the Kingdom’s cultural and artistic landscape. She underscored the vital role such exhibitions play in showcasing the creativity and profound messages of young artists. During her visit, the Minister was given an overview of the artworks from Amal Al Balooshi. She commended the artworks…

Manama : Wael bin Nasser Al Mubarak, the Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture Minister, received Saleh Tarada, the Capital Secretariat Council President and council members to discuss various topics related to enhancing and developing municipal projects in the Capital Governorate. The Minister emphasised the crucial role of the Capital Secretariat Council in monitoring and ensuring the progress of development projects implemented by the ministry in the Capital Governorate according to the planned strategies, contributing to sustainable development in Bahrain. The Minister highlighted the efforts of the Capital Secretariat Council and municipal councils in supporting and advancing municipal work and in overseeing…

Manama : The Bahrain national junior women’s table tennis team departed for China to participate in the Asian Junior Championship, taking place from June 30 to July 6 with various Asian teams. The women’s team qualified for the Asian Championship through the qualifiers held in Iraq. The team delegation is led by Abduljalil Abdullah, a member of the Bahrain Table Tennis Association Board of Directors, and includes team manager Shaima Althawadi, coach Tasko, and players Maryam Al Aali, Amruta Amit, Dana Al Khayyat, and Kinda Mahmoud. Abduljalil Abdullah confirmed that the team is fully prepared for this competition after a…

Manama : The Empowering Women Entrepreneurs (EWE) sub-committee of the Indian Ladies Association (ILA) proudly held its inaugural event, ‘An Introduction to Entrepreneurship – 2024,’ on June 27, 2024 at the ILA premises. This groundbreaking event was spearheaded by the dedicated co-coordinators of the sub-committee, Mrs. Smitha Jensen, Mrs. Usha Asher, and Mrs. Vani Chandran, and aimed to equip aspiring women entrepreneurs with essential skills and knowledge. The event was meticulously organized to provide education on skill enhancement, financial literacy, networking, mentorship, and the various support services available from the government of the Kingdom of Bahrain. Esteemed faculty members from…

Shanghai : Toyota is planning to launch the first electric car model equipped with an advanced autonomous driving system similar to Tesla’s Full Self-Driving for the Chinese market next year, one of its Chinese joint ventures said. The JV with state-owned Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) aims to restore the Japanese automaker’s market share in China by catching up with Chinese rivals on technologies in hybrids, batteries and intelligent vehicles. GAC Toyota said it would launch Bozhi 3X SUV next year as the first model to be equipped with the system that would enable advanced driving assistance for parking and navigation…

Manama : Bahrain’s national Esports team has emerged victorious in the inaugural Gulf Esports League, securing a coveted spot in the upcoming Esports World Championship. Player Hashim Khalil clinched the Tekken 8 title in a thrilling competition held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on June 27-28. This historic achievement underscores the unwavering support and commitment of Bahrain to the development of esports in the country. The team’s dedication and rigorous training under the guidance of the Bahrain Esports Federation have culminated in this remarkable success. The Esports World Championship, set to take place in Riyadh, boasts a prize pool exceeding US$60…

Bratislava : Slovakia has been severely affected by storms and heavy rains, leading to widespread chaos and significant damage to buildings, particularly in the southern regions. One hospital in the area had to shut down due to flooding, while numerous roads became submerged, disrupting rail traffic. Images broadcasted by TA3 News showed fallen trees on houses, destroyed garden sheds, and flooded playgrounds. Some areas experienced rainfall within a few hours equivalent to what typically falls in a month. The Meteorological Office has issued warnings for continued storms and rainfall throughout the day. In response to the severe conditions, the mayor…