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...

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...

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...

Bank Alfalah Pledges PKR 14.6 Million to Support Breast Cancer Patients

Bank Alfalah has pledged PKR 14.6 million to fund treatment for 37 breast cancer patients, strengthening its partnership with Indus Hospital and Health Network and Cancer Foundation Hospital. The contribution will support diagnostics, surgery and...

Bahrain: Funds misused

The First High Criminal Court has sentenced the director of a social centre affiliated with the Ministry of Social Development to 15 years in prison and ordered him to repay and pay fines exceeding BD500,000, in addition to confiscating funds...

Bahrain: 15 Illegal Workers Detained And 73 Violators Deported

Fifteen violating and irregular workers were detained and 73 violators deported following 1,582 inspection campaigns and visits conducted by the Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) between October 19 and 25, 2025. The inspection campaigns...

AFC revamps Champions League

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia // Asia’s football body unveiled a new-look Champions League Wednesday, with Middle East and East Asian teams kept apart until the semi-finals and India among a group of countries to gain a play-off spot. The Middle Eastern...

BBK discloses its financial results for the period ended 30th September 2025

TDT | Manama Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com BBK (trading code BBK) announces its financial results for the period ended 30th September 2025, including the third quarter of 2025. For the third quarter of 2025: The Bank achieved a net profit...

Bahrain's Electricity and Water Authority signs pacts

Bahrain - The Electricity and Water Authority (EWA) yesterday signed agreements to implement the second phase of the national programme, Kafa’a, aimed at improving energy efficiency in government buildings. The move follows the completion of Phase...

Bahrain Crash Out of Boys’ Handball Medal Race

Hussain Almaskati TDT | Manama Email : hussainm@newsofbahrain.com Bahrain’s impressive run in the boys’ handball tournament at the Asian Youth Games came to a surprising end last night with a 23-21 loss to Kuwait in the semifinals at Umm Alhassam...

Minister stresses women’s role in social innovation

DOHA: Minister of Social Affairs, Family and Childhood Affairs, Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah, emphasized on Tuesday that investing in women is not only a commitment to equality but also a strategic investment that drives sustainable solutions for...

Bahrain, Thailand Deepen Ties as HRH the Crown Prince Welcomes New Ambassador

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with His Excellency Sumate Chulajata, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand to the Kingdom of Bahrain, at Riffa Palace....

Are Cuban doctors being trafficked around the world by their government?

Cuban doctors arrive at the Jose Marti International Airport in Havana, Cuba, June 8, 2020, after traveling to Italy to help with the COVID-19 emergency response. | Ismael Francisco / Pool via AP On July 4, 2025, Republican Rep. Mark Green of...

AIADMK councillors stage a walkout from Salem Corporation council meeting

Mayor A. Ramachandran speaks at the Salem Corporation Council meeting held on Friday. | Photo Credit: LAKSHMI NARAYANAN E. AIADMK councillors of the Salem Corporation staged a walkout during the council meeting on Friday, alleging corruption....

Tech Mahindra’s Sahil Dhawan: Why Bahrain is a Gulf Launchpad for AI and Digital Innovation?

Bahrain is punching above its weight in the digital game, and it’s become a strategic testing ground for next-generation platforms – whether the focus is on fintech innovation or cloud regulation. Tech Mahindra is in the middle of the action. The...

BDB Hosts Roundtable Discussion in Collaboration with Export Bahrain to Support SMEs

Bahrain Development Bank (BDB), the leading bank in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Kingdom of Bahrain, held a roundtable discussion in collaboration with Export Bahrain at its headquarters on 28th October 2025. The...