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Manama : Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi, Minister of Social Development, expressed his appreciation to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for the order issued by HRH to increase financial support for low-income families through the cost-of-living allowance. The minister said that the order reflects HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister’s keenness to implement the vision of His Majesty the King, which places citizens at the centre of development and prioritises their welfare and living standards. Al Alawi noted that the…

Manama : The Street Cricket League (SCL) was officially unveiled at a gala dinner held at the Wyndham Grand Hotel, setting the tone for a bold, future-facing cricket property rooted in community participation and global standards. The evening brought together leading sports figures and stakeholders from the sports and investment sectors, reflecting the ambition behind the initiative. Addressing the gathering, Khalil Alqaheri, Founder of the Street Cricket League, outlined a distinctive vision for SCL as a first-of-its-kind tournament designed for non-professional players while operating under internationally benchmarked tournament protocols. He emphasized the league’s deployment of advanced technology and modern systems…

Manama : Lieutenant General His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, National Security Advisor and Royal Guard Commander, attended the Royal Guard Commander’s Parade as part of ongoing monitoring of readiness and discipline levels. The parade was held at the Square of the Fallen Serviceman Lieutenant Colonel Abdullah Rashid Al Noaimi at Al Rawdha Camp, where the Royal Guard Commander’s Parade is held twice a year as part of comprehensive follow-up plans. The parade was attended by Colonel His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Commander of the Royal Guard Special Operations, Major General Hamad Khalifa Al Noaimi,…

Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Economic Development Board (EDB), today issued Edict (2) of 2025 on the reconstitution of the Follow-up Committee for the Implementation of the Sports City Project. Article (I) The Follow-up Committee for the Implementation of the Sports City Project shall be reconstituted, chaired by the Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, with membership of: 1- Minister of Finance and National Economy 2- Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports 3- Minister of Works 4- Minister of…

Manama : Rana Faqihi, CEO of the National Bureau for Revenue, affirmed that the initiatives approved by the Cabinet, which is chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, will contribute to strengthening ongoing efforts to ensure Bahraini nationals are the preferred choice for employment through incentives favoring Bahraini employment. Faqihi explained that the draft corporate income tax law, which will be referred to the legislative authority, proposes a 10% tax on the profits of local companies with annual revenues exceeding one million Bahraini dinars or net annual profits exceeding 200,000…

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,…