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Manama :Under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), Chairman of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), the Bahrain National Boxing Championship, organised by the Bahrain Boxing Federation, concluded last night. His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice President of GSA; Dr. Abdulrahman Sadiq Askar, CEO of the GSA; and Rashid Feleyfel, President of Bahrain Boxing Federation, were present. HH Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed presented championship trophies to the top three winners in the different…

Abu Dhabi : The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Broaden Energy, a global leader in hydrogen energy solutions, to establish Abu Dhabi’s first hydrogen equipment manufacturing complex. This initiative aims to support Abu Dhabi’s Industrial Strategy (ADIS) by developing the hydrogen energy sector, enhancing sustainability efforts, and bolstering Abu Dhabi’s position as a competitive industrial hub in the region. The new manufacturing complex, valued at over AED 1 billion, is set to create job opportunities and drive economic development and innovative industrial solutions. ADDED and Broaden Energy…

Guwahati : At least six people have been killed this week and around 2,000 tourists stranded in India’s Himalayan state of Sikkim in landslides and floods after incessant rainfall, officials said on Friday. Another four people have been killed in Nepal’s Taplejung district, which borders Sikkim, after a landslide following rains swept away the house in which they were sleeping. Heavy rains triggered landslides at several locations in Mangan district, which covers north Sikkim and lies about 100 km (60 miles) north of the state capital Gangtok, the local government of the northeastern Indian state said. “It’s been raining continuously…

Cape Town : The African National Congress announced the re-election of President Cyril Ramaphosa for a second term in office.

Arafat : As dawn broke today, the ninth of Dhu Al-Hijjah, pilgrims embarked on the pinnacle of their Hajj journey to the sacred grounds of Arafat. Clad in ihram garments, their hearts filled with faith and reverence, they fervently prayed to Allah for forgiveness and mercy. Pilgrims marched to Arafat under comprehensive security arrangements coordinated by personnel from various sectors. These security personnel ensured the smooth flow of both vehicles and pedestrians by securing routes and implementing transportation and dispatching plans. They also provided guidance and ensured the safety of the pilgrims. The transition of pilgrims from Mina to Arafat…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today exchanged Eid Al-Adha greetings with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Arab, and Islamic nations’ leaders, Crown Princes, and Prime Ministers.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa exchanged cables of congratulations with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Arab, and Islamic nations’ leaders on Eid Al-Adha. His Majesty the King wished the leaders many happy returns of the occasion and further progress and prosperity to their countries and peoples.

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued a royal decree granting a special pardon for 545 inmates convicted in various cases after serving part of their sentences. The royal pardon, which comes on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha, embodies His Majesty’s commitment to offer the opportunity for positive re-integration of those pardoned into society, in line with the comprehensive development process that has driven the progress and prosperity of the kingdom.

Brussels : One person has died, and five others have been injured following an explosion in a residential building in Antwerp, Belgium. Emergency services are continuing to search for other potential victims under challenging conditions, as the building has become unstable due to the explosion. The cause of the explosion remains unknown. Two floors of the building collapsed while residents were inside.

Brasília : Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, participated in the Bahrain-Brazil Parliamentary Group ceremony held to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Bahrain and Brazil. In his speech, the Speaker affirmed parliamentary support to enhance the Bahraini-Brazilian strategic partnership and develop cooperation, in light of the interest of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Excellency President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil, and the support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. He commended the strong relations between…