Man Jailed For Kidnap And Rape
A MAN has been jailed for 10 years for kidnapping and raping two housemaids after promising them better-paying jobs.The 34-year-old Bangladeshi was found guilty of human trafficking, rape and kidnap b...
October 02, 20210504Category: Crime News
BD260 Million Projects Boost For Infrastructure
BAHRAIN’s infrastructure is set to receive a boost with projects worth BD260 million being implemented in various parts of the country. A total of 116 strategic schemes worth BD260,199,774 cover...
October 02, 20210418Category: General
Artistic Impressions Of Pet Park Unveiled
ARTISTIC impressions of a proposed pet park, which could help solve the stray dog dilemma in the kingdom, have been released for the first time.It will be set up in the Southern Governorate within the...
October 02, 20210443Category: General
A Global Spotlight
The best of Bahrain’s proud culture and innovative modernity are under the global spotlight as the kingdom opened its pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Entitled ‘Density Weaves Opportunity&rsqu...
October 02, 20210450Category: General
73 New Covid-19 Cases, No Fatalities Registered On Friday
Bahrain yesterday recorded 73 new Covid-19 cases and 68 recoveries. Of the new cases, 32 were expat workers, 32 contacts of local cases and nine travel-related .
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October 02, 20210460Category: Coronavirus
Key Deals Signed
BAHRAIN and Israel have signed a number of MoUs and expressed their determination to deepen co-operation “to show the real and practical benefits of choosing peace and dialogue as a strategic op...
October 01, 20210490Category: General
Bahrain Weather Forecast October1
The Meteorological Directorate forecasts fine weather, becoming rather hot during the day.
Wind: North-westerly 5 to 10 knots, reaching 12 to 17 knots at times during the day.
Sea waves: 1 to 3 ...
October 01, 20210529Category: General
Woman ‘practised Illegal Cosmetic Therapies At Home’
A WOMAN has been arrested for allegedly practising cosmetic therapies illegally in the country. The GDN learnt the Filipino national was prescribing and administering intravenous drugs to help ‘...
September 30, 20210505Category: General
Private Sector’s Contribution To Development Is Highlighted
The Crown Prince and Prime Minister has reiterated that the private sector’s contribution to the kingdom’s development and its role as an economic driver create opportunities by providing ...
September 30, 20210508Category: General
Bahrain Wins Praise For Green Initiatives
Bahrain’s green initiatives such as introducing renewable energy and its climate resilient planning have been praised by a top UK official. Janet Rogan, the 26th United Nations Climate Change Co...
September 30, 20210468Category: General
Money Laundering Trial Begins
THREE men who are allegedly part of an international organised criminal gang are standing trial in connection to laundering nearly BD60,000, a court heard. The Egyptian, 29, Jordanian, 33 and Lebanese...
September 30, 20210454Category: Crime News
Bahrain Weather Forecast September 30
The Meteorological Directorate forecasts fine weather with a chance of early morning mist in places becoming rather hot during the day.
Wind: Variable 5 to 10 knots, but mainly northerly, 10 to 15 km...
September 30, 20210480Category: General
Investor Vote Of Confidence
Companies are launching and expanding operations in Bahrain, reflecting investor confidence in the kingdom and its economy, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister said. His Royal Highness Prince Salman b...
September 30, 20210461Category: General
Legislature’s Vital Development Role Praised
His Majesty King Hamad has praised the legislative branch’s active role in supporting Bahrain’s development and democratic march. He received the annual report of the Shura Council and Par...
September 30, 20210458Category: General
Israeli Foreign Minister's Visit To Bahrain Rejected- Al-Wefaq
The Al-Wefaq National Islamic Society announced its absolute rejection of the Israeli Foreign Minister's visit to Bahrain's capital, Manama.
The Israeli Foreign Ministry said that minister ...
September 30, 20210433Category: General
SOS Over Suicidal Tendency In Teens
Helpline volunteers have voiced concerns over a growing number of young teens feeling suicidal as online temptations lure them into a world of anxiety. Pravasi Guidance Forum (PGF) volunteer and train...
September 29, 20210465Category: General
Bahrain Ready For Global Expo
The countdown to Bahrain’s participation in the Expo 2020 Dubai has begun.It will officially open on Friday and run until March 31 – under the slogan “Connecting Minds, Creating the ...
September 29, 20210505Category: General
GFH Appoints CEO Of UK Operations
GFH Financial Group (GFH) has announced the appointment of Tariq Al Samahiji as chief executive of its UK operations effective immediately. Mr Al Samahiji will be responsible for driving further expan...
September 29, 20210505Category: General
NBB Wins Global Finance Award For Sustainability Initiatives
National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has been awarded for ‘Outstanding Leadership in Sustainability Transparency Award’ by Global Finance. The award is a recognition of the bank’s continuo...
September 29, 20210468Category: General
