Author: News Desk

Manama : Isa Al Shaiji, Bahrain Journalist Association (BJA) Chairman said the inauguration of the main studio of the Bahrain TV News Center and the private radio channels building at the Ministry of Information by the Deputy King, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa represents a major boost for national media under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Al Shaiji congratulated Dr. Ramzan bin Abdulla Al Noaimi, the Minister of Information, on the inauguration and the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the beginning of official television broadcasting in Bahrain. He also…

Riyadh : The Secretariat General of the “King Faisal Prize” today announced that it welcomes nominations to the 2025 award in its five categories (Service to Islam, Islamic Studies, Arabic Language and Literature, Medicine, and Science). Secretary General of the King Faisal Prize Dr. Abdulaziz Alsebail pointed out that this marks a pinnacle in the prize’s long history of 47 years in recognising and honouring prominent individuals and entities who have enriched humanity with their works. Dr. Alsebail added, the subjects for the prize’s categories for the year 2025 as follows: • Islamic Studies: “Studies of Archaeology in the Arabian…

Zürich : Bahraini athlete, Winfred Yavi, added a new title to her achievement-laden sports career when she won the women’s 3000m steeplechase at the Zürich Diamond League, the 11th leg of the Diamond League 2023 season. Yavi won the race a few days after her success in bagging a gold medal at the World Athletics Championship which concluded in Budapest recently. Bahrain’s world champion finished the race in 9:03.19, ahead of Keya’s Beatrice Chepkoech and Faith Cherotich, who clocked 9:03.70 and 9:07.59, respectively. Sprinter Winfred Yavi is following in the footsteps of Bahraini Ruth Jebet, who won the Diamond League…

Manama : Veteran media professionals commended the influential and pivotal role of Bahrain TV since its inception in 1973 which contributed to shaping the social mindset, through quality production covering political, economic, social, sport and cultural fields. These dedicated efforts have enabled Bahrain TV to leave a mark in people’s memory through iconic programmes, drama and entertainment shows, they said. They shared their cherished memories with Bahrain News Agency (BNA) as Bahrain TV marks the 50th anniversary (Golden Jubilee) of its inception in 1973. They paid homage to generations of media professionals, presenters, anchors, directors and technicians who contributed, through…

Manama : Dr. Ramzan bin Abdulla Al Noaimi, the Minister of Information, affirmed the ministry’s keenness on keeping pace with technical developments in radio and television broadcasting. Minister Al Noaimi explained that this will serve the advancement of the media sector and enhance its role in serving the goals of the comprehensive development process led by His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and supported by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The minister said that the launch of the digital audio broadcasting service “DAB+”; as part of the inauguration…

Manama : The role of the financial sector in exploring innovative financial tools to fast-track the achievement of sustainable development goals was the focus of a roundtable discussion.  The Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) organized the panel discuss for the financial sector and listed companies, in cooperation with the Ministry of Social Development. The session stressed the importance of implementing national plans and programs aimed at reaching zero neutrality by 2060, within targeted Financial Services Sector Development Strategy (2022-2026), and the 2030 Bahrain Economic Vision. “We are pleased to cooperate with the Ministry of Sustainable Development to host this discussion…

Manama,: Qais Al Dosari, Director of Bahrain Television, has affirmed that the 50th anniversary celebrations of television broadcasting represent a significant milestone in the history of Bahrain Television (BTV). Bahrain Television remained committed to its role as a national media platform, which continues to adhere to professional values and keep abreast of developments while succeeding in maintaining its national identity, he said. Al Dosari attributed BTV’s success to the directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, who believes in the role of media as a key partner in the national development process, as well as to the…

Manama : Younis Salman Al Ghais, Director of Radio Bahrain, said that the new private radio stations building at the Ministry of Information is an exceptional addition that reflects the visions of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and implements the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to launch creative media projects. Al Ghais expressed his gratitude to His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister for his visit to the Ministry of Information and inauguration of the main studio…

Manama The 10th Bahrain International eGovernment Forum is set to take place from October 9th to 11th at Exhibition World Bahrain at the Grand Hall. The forum is Organized by the Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA), the event is held under the patronage of General Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, the Minister of Interior and Chairman of the Ministerial Committee for Information and Communication Technology (MCICT). The forum’s theme, ‘AI: Reshaping Industries’, will explore how artificial intelligence stands at the forefront of advanced technologies, playing a pivotal role in accelerating progress, stimulating innovation, and fostering growth across diverse sectors. The…

Manama : StartUp Bahrain held the fifth edition of the highly anticipated StartUp Bahrain Pitch series with the presence of Abdullah bin Adel Fakhro, Minister of Industry and Commerce. The event was organized in collaboration with key industry stakeholders, including the Ministry of Industry & Commerce, the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB), and Bahrain Development Bank (BDB). Five Bahraini startups had the opportunity to present their businesses to an esteemed panel of judges including: Mokhtar Ibrahim, Principal of BECO Capital, Mohammed AlMunifi, Venture Capitalist at Faith Capital Holding, and Christina Andreassen, Director of Programs at AstroLabs,…