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The Information & eGovernment Authority (iGA) announced that registration is now open for the second batch of participants in the Technical Development Program, which aims to support Bahraini job seekers and university graduates in specialized ICT fields and refine their skills. The program will also help the trainees gain employment in either the public or the private sector. Registration is through the iGA’s corporate website iga.gov.bh from August 23 to September 19, where candidates can verify their eligibility requirements and the documents needed to complete the registration process. Mohammed Ali Al Qaed, Chief Executive of iGA, said that the program…

Manama, Aug. 22 (BNA): His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa today issued Royal Decree 73/ for 2023 appointing officials in the Ministry of Interior, based on a proposal by the Interior Minister, and following the Cabinet approval.Under the decree, the following shall be appointed at the ministry: 1. Brigadier General Salman Mohammed Al Zayed Al Jalahma, as Director General of the General Directorate of Guards 2. Brigadier General Isa Hassan Mohammed Al Qattan, as Director General of the Capital Governorate Police Directorate 3. Brigadier General Saleh Rashid Fahad Al Dossari, as Director General of the Northern Governorate Police…

 Manama: The International and Interpol Affairs at the General Directorate of Anti-Corruption and Economic and Electronic Security has arrested two international fugitives wanted by a friendly country. Red Notices were issued against them by the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) over two separate murder cases. The arrest was part of international crime-fighting cooperation and coordination. The Directorate said that per law enforcement and after coordination with the Public Prosecution, the two were handed over to the security authorities of the concerned country. 

Budapest: Defending champion Tobi Amusan of Nigeria breezed into the women’s 110 metres hurdles semi-finals on Tuesday, less than a week after having a provisional suspension on suspicion of doping rules violations lifted. Amusan was not seriously challenged in her heat which she won in 12.48 seconds, dpa reported. The biggest statement came from American worlds and Olympics silver medallist Kendra Harrison, who clocked 12.24 seconds, the fastest time of the year and just four hundredths off her former world record which Amusan lowered to 12.12 last year. The 2019 world champion Nia Ali of the US and Olympic champion…

Bahrain Institute of Public Administration (BIPA) Director-General Dr. Shaikha Rana bint Isa bin Duaij Al Khalifa, held the national efforts led by Her Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty the King and Supreme Council of Women (SCW) President to enhance women’s standing as the cornerstone of development and the driving engine of institutional leadership in the the public and private sectors. She stressed the importance of achieving gender balance in institutional policies and strategies in line with national aspirations to enhance Bahrain’s standing across all fields. Dr. Shaikha Rana made the comments as she chaired…

Shaikh Hisham bin Abdurahman Al Khalifa, Interior Ministry Undersecretary for Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA) said that more than 50,000 e-passports have been issued for citizens since its launch in March. He hailed the Passports Directorate’s affiliates’ efforts to cross the monthly passports issuing average. He also thanked citizens for their cooperation, stressing the importance of following the rules of the e-passport while applying.

The former Indian president Ram Nath Kovind will visit Bahrain from September 7 to 9. The visit is being organised by Sree Narayana Cultural Society (SNCS), Gurudeva Social Society (GSS) and the Guru Seva Samiti (Bahrain Billawas) as part of the169″ Guru Javanthi of Sree Narayana Guru. D.K. Shivakumar, Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka,  Swami Satchidananda, the president of Sivagiri Mutt and Swami Subagananda, the secretary of Sivagiri Mutt will take part in the visit.

Manama: Shaikh Hisham bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa, Undersecretary for Nationality, Passports, and Residence Affairs (NPRA) at the Interior Ministry met with Captain Waleed Al Alawi, Gulf Air Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The meeting highlighted the services offered by NPRA to facilitate travelers’ procedures and ways to promote services through Gulf Air to enhance tourism and stimulate the national economy. Shaikh Hisham emphasized the importance for strategic partnership to maximize the benefits of NPRA’s services and promote its role in further developing tourism and the economy, Al Alawi commended Shaikh Hisham for his commitment to further expanding Gulf Air’s regional and…

Manama: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister, today received the Republic of India’s Commander of the Western Fleet, Rear Admiral Vineet S McCarty, and an accompanying delegation at Gudaibiya Palace. His Royal Highness highlighted the depth of Bahraini-Indian longstanding relations, noting the importance of enhancing cooperation to benefit both countries and their people. HRH the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister affirmed that bilateral relations have continuously grown and developed, particularly in military and defence. During the meeting,…

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa sent a cable of congratulations to Droupadi Murmu, President of India, on her country’s Independence Day. HM the King wished the president abundant health and happiness, and further progress and prosperity to the people of India.