Author: News Desk

Kazan : Rustam Minnikhanov, Head of the Republic of Tatarstan met with Dr. Mohammed bin Mubarak bin Daina, Oil and Environment Minister, Special Envoy for Climate Affairs on the sideline of the Tatarstan Oil and Gas Conference. They discussed the current and future strategic projects in the oil and natural gas sector in addition to environmental initiatives aimed at reducing carbon dioxide emissions and removing carbon in various operational processes, which contributes to enhancing improvement and progress programs and achieves energy security, sustainability, and climate preservation. The minister affirmed the close ties between Bahrain and Tatarstan which continues to witness…

Manama: Five Indians killed in a car accident in Bahrain at 10pm on 1st September. A cleaning company truck collided with their car near Aali area on Shaikh Khalifa bin Salman Highway in Bahrain., deceased were identified as Mahesh VP from Kozhikode, Jagath Vasudevan from Malappuram, Gaider George from Thrissur, Akhil Raghu from Kannur and Suman Rajanna from Telanghana , who were employees of leading private hospital in Bahrain. the bodies of the deceased were kept in Salmaniya Medical Complex mortuary. the Interior ministry said investigation is on process and a comprehensive report will be submitted to the Public Prosecution.

Jakarta : Ambassador Fatima Abdulla Al Dhaen, Chief of Asian and Pacific Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs participated in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Women CEO Forum. The forum aims to provide space for women to share encouraging stories and learn from one another in areas including digital transformation, education and finance in support of the ASEAN Vision 2045.

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…