A Guide To Bahrain’s Top Japanese Restaurants

Aside from traditional flavours and local comfort food, Japanese restaurants have captured the hearts of Bahrain’s foodies. Whether it’s expertly crafted sushi rolls, the theatrical drama of robata grills, or innovative fusion creations, the...

Bill seeks Tamkeen funding for Bahraini doctors’ overseas board training

MD TDT | Manama Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com Tamkeen could soon fund Bahraini doctors pursuing international board certification abroad, under a new bill tabled in Parliament. Lawmakers say the move would ease pressure on limited local...

AI and core tech overhaul essential for ‘future-ready’ bank, say experts

Bahrain’s banking sector must undergo a massive shift towards an AI-led customer model to achieve the necessary speed, scale and efficiency, experts have said. The consensus at the ‘Building a Future-Ready Bank’ thought-leadership event, organised...

Knight Frank executes sale of Revier Hotel in Business Bay, Dubai

About Knight Frank: Knight Frank LLP is the leading independent global property consultancy. Headquartered in London, the Knight Frank network has 600+ offices across 50+ territories and more than 20,000 people. The Group advises clients ranging...

Global Leaders to Headline Gateway Gulf 2025 as Bahrain Reaffirms its Role as the Region’s Gateway for Investment

The Kingdom of Bahrain is set to welcome an exceptional lineup of global leaders, investors, and innovators for the third edition of Gateway Gulf, taking place on 2–3 November 2025 at the Four Seasons Hotel, Bahrain Bay. Hosted by the Bahrain...

“A Secure Middle East Requires Palestinian Statehood” – Bahrain FM

Ashen Tharaka The second day of the IISS Manama Dialogue 2025 unfolded under the compelling theme “Securing the Gulf: Diplomacy, Economics and Defence”, drawing the world’s eyes to Bahrain as regional and international leaders united to chart a...

HRH the Crown Prince Meets UK Foreign Secretary During Manama Dialogue 2025

TDT Manama His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister, met with UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper and senior British officials on the sidelines of the...

Ministry Warns of Telegram Scammers Posing as Bank Officials in Bahrain

TDT Manama The General Directorate of Anti-Corruption and Economic and Electronic Security at the Ministry of Interior has warned the public about fake groups on the Telegram app posing as CEOs or employees of major banks. These groups promote...

HRH the Crown Prince Meets Senior U.S. Delegates at IISS Manama Dialogue 2025

TDT Manama His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and Prime Minister, today met with U.S. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, Director of National Intelligence...

Indian Embassy Hosts Open House for Community Welfare in Bahrain

TDT | Manama Pradeep@newsofbahrain.com The Embassy of India in Bahrain successfully organized an Open House, chaired by His Excellency Ambassador Mr. Vinod Kurian Jacob. The event saw the active participation of over 25 Indian nationals. The...

Currency Exchange Rates Today – Convert US Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal to PKR – 31 Oct 2025

KARACHI – Pakistani rupee witnessed fluctuation against foreign currencies, as interbank and open market rates showed only slight movement in key currencies, including US Dollar, Euro, and British Pound, according to the latest figures released by...

The Gulf and the Desired Economic Growth

About 45 years ago, or slightly more, several Gulf activists came together with the idea of creating a forum they called The Gulf Development Forum. Every year, this forum composed of volunteers convenes to address a developmental theme. In the...

Bahrain Islamic Investment Bank and Binance agree partnership for in-app crypto to fiat ramps

Bahrain-headquartered GFH Financial Group (“GFH” or “the Group”), a Gulf Islamic Investment Bank, and Binance, through Binance Pay, have partnered to launch Bahrain’s first bank-integrated crypto payment solution that allows GFH clients to utilize...

Speech by Minister Jan Lipavský at the IISS Manama Dialogue

Excellencies, distinguished colleagues, ladies and gentlemen, It is a great pleasure to be with you today in Manama. This region—with its vast resources—has shaped global energy dynamics for decades. It is a particularly fitting place to reflect...

Bahrain: MNEs ‘must prepare for advance tax payment’

Bahrain - Multinational enterprises (MNEs) in Bahrain must swiftly prepare for the next standard advance payment deadline in November for the Domestic Minimum Top-Up Tax (DMTT). This looming deadline follows the inaugural filing and payment on...

India, US Seek to Stabilize Relations By Renewing Defense Pact

On October 31, India and the United States renewed a 10-year defense cooperation agreement (DCA), first signed in 2005. This is expected to provide some stability to bilateral relations that have been strained of late by U.S. President Donald...

Bahrain strengthens protection for vulnerable workers

SK TDT | Manama Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com The Kingdom of Bahrain places great importance on safeguarding groups most vulnerable to exploitation and continuously works to develop its programmes and centres to ensure a fair and safe working...

Currency Exchange Rates Today – Convert US Dollar, Euro, Pound, Riyal to PKR – 30 Oct 2025

KARACHI – Pakistani rupee witnessed fluctuation against foreign currencies, as interbank and open market rates showed only slight movement in key currencies, including US Dollar, Euro, and British Pound, according to the latest figures released by...

Bahrain, UAE central banks cut key interest rates

The Central Bank of Bahrain The central banks of the UAE and Bahrain have cut key interest rates by 25 basis points, effective October 30. Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) cut the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) by 25...

Bahrain, UAE central banks cut key interest rates

The central banks of the UAE and Bahrain have cut key interest rates by 25 basis points, effective October 30. Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) cut the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) by 25 basis points, from 4.15% to...