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Manama : BRAVE Combat Federation is set to host five thrilling India vs. Pakistan matchups at BRAVE CF 92 in Bahrain on December 15. These bouts are part of the ongoing three-part India vs. Pakistan series, with the first part having taken place at BRAVE CF 85 in Pakistan and the second set to unfold at BRAVE CF 92. On a larger canvas, these fights will be about national pride for the athletes. Securing a win in the iconic India vs. Pakistan rivalry could transform them into national heroes. However, beyond the patriotic stakes, each fight holds individual importance and…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Decree (107) of 2024 transferring an undersecretary to the Ministry of Finance and National Economy, based on a proposal by the Minister of Finance and National Economy and followed by the approval of the Cabinet. Article I Maryam Adnan Abdullah Al Ansari, Undersecretary for Land Transport and Post Affairs at the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications, is transferred to the position of Undersecretary for National Economy at the Ministry of Finance and National Economy, replacing Osama bin Saleh Al Alawi. Article II the Minister of Finance and National Economy…

Manama : His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Decree (109) of 2024 appointing an assistant undersecretary at the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, based on a proposal by the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture and followed by the approval of the Cabinet. Article I Sabah Abdulkhaleq Isa Al Sabah, Director of Building Maintenance at the Ministry of Works, is appointed as Assistant Undersecretary for Joint Municipal Services at the Ministry of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture, replacing Rawiya Khalifa Ahmed Al Mannai. Article II the Minister of Municipalities Affairs and Agriculture shall implement the provisions of…

Manama,: His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa issued Order (47) of 2024 appointing a member to the Royal Family Council: Article I His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa is appointed as a member of the Royal Family Council. Article II This order shall take effect from the date of issuance and shall be published in the Official Gazette.

Manama, : In celebration of the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Day, the 25th anniversary of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s accession to the throne, and the accompanying national events, HM the King issued a decree granting a special pardon and releasing 896 inmates, including those convicted of various offences who have served part of their sentences, and individuals under alternative sentencing. The pardon reflects His Majesty’s commitment to providing those pardoned with the opportunity to reintegrate into society and contribute to Bahrain’s comprehensive development under the leadership of HM the King.

Manama : The World Weightlifting Championships 2024, under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, entered its final stages with 473 athletes from 92 countries competing at Khalifa Sports City Arena. Egypt’s Sara Samir secured the first Arab medal with silver in the women’s 81kg category, lifting a total of 262kg. China’s Guifang Liao claimed gold, while Mongolia’s Mönkhjantsangiin Ankhtsetseg won bronze. In the men’s 96kg category, Kazakhstan’s Nurgissa Adiletuly took gold with 388kg. Revaz Davitadze earned silver with the same total weight but a lower snatch result, and Iran’s Ali Alipour claimed bronze with 387kg.…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports (SCYS), President of the General Sports Authority (GSA), and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC), attended the opening of the sixth edition of BRAVE International Combat Week 2024. Held under the patronage of HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad, the event is organised by BRAVE Combat Federation in cooperation with Team Bahrain. It runs from December 13 to 15 at Khalifa Sports City Arena. The opening ceremony was attended by His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, Vice…

Manama : The ISB Annual Cultural Fair 2024, presented by Star Vision Events and Powered by LuLu will take place at the Indian School grounds in Isa Town on December 19 and 20. The main objective of the fair is to provide students with an opportunity to showcase their artistic talents through performances and to experience the performances of professional artists from India. The first day of the fair will feature a musical program from South India, led by actor and singer Vineeth Sreenivasan, while the second day will focus on North Indian cultural performances, led by musician and singer…

Washington : A high-level delegation from the UAE, led by the General Secretariat of the National Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism and Financing of Illicit Organisations (GS-NAMLCFTC), conducted a four-day mission in the USA that concluded yesterday, convening with strategic partners in Washington DC, to advance cooperation and partnership between the two parties in combating financial crime and preserving international financial security.  The delegation engaged with senior officials from US agencies, including the Departments of Treasury, Justice, and State, the Internal Revenue Service’s Criminal Investigation unit (IRS-CI), the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) and the FBI. The delegation…

Manama ; The stage is set for a historic fight night on Friday, December 13, at the Khalifa Sports City Arena in Bahrain as fighters completed their pre-fight rituals ahead of BRAVE CF 91 with the staredowns on Thursday night. Ahead of their main event clash at BRAVE CF 91, Bantamweight champion Nkosi Ndebele and challenger Nicholas Hwende had an intense face-off. Following the encounter, Nkosi questioned Hwende’s confidence, claiming the Zimbabwean challenger could not look him in the eye, setting the stage for an electrifying showdown. Elsewhere, the fight between Hamza Kooheji and Alperen Karabulut has been making headlines…