MPs to debate transit and tourism policy
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Parliament will hold a general debate next Tuesday on policy affecting transit passengers and tourists, as MPs press for clearer answers on airport services, sh...
Postal X-ray scan exposes 3kg drug shipment
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Two men have been charged with importing and possessing drugs for sale after a suspicious parcel was intercepted during inspection at the postal section. The Hi...
Five years, BD2,000 fine for traffickers
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Two Asian men have been sentenced to five years in prison each after being convicted of human trafficking and exploiting victims in unlawful activities.
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No foreign hires without 21-day wait
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Private-sector employers must advertise vacancies locally for seven days and allow a 21-day window for Bahraini applicants before seeking approval to hire expat...
One graduate per 50 employees rule under Parliamentary review
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A Shura Council proposal set for debate in Parliament on Tuesday would require companies with 50 or more employees to hire university graduates nominated by the...
BD600 earners may get VAT relief
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Low-income Bahrainis earning less than BD600 a month could be exempted from value added tax (VAT) if Parliament approves a proposal set for debate on Tuesday....
Foreign Minister attends 62ndMunich Security Conference
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Dr Abdul Latif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the opening session of the 62nd Munich Security Conference in Germany yesterday....
Teen Entrepreneur from Bahrain Bayan School Supports Autism Education
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Investors’ Next Stop: India
In what marks a significant shift in India’s financial openness, Bahraini investors can now invest in Indian equities almost on the same footing as non-resident Indians which was the key highlight at the Union Budget 2026 seminar held at the Indian Embassy in Bahrain.
This developme...
Car loses control, injures two children
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Two children were injured yesterday evening after a collision between two cars on Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah Street, heading towards Manama near Sitra.
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Bahrain Deepens Global Partnerships at Munich Security Conference
Talks with Latvia and Theresa May spotlight UN Security Council priorities and conflict resolution efforts
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Wage wow! BD402 a month
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Public sector wages have received a substantial uplift, with the minimum monthly pay rising sharply from BD250 to BD402 — a striking 60.8% increase that s...
National Action Charter Marks 25 Years of Comprehensive Development
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The Kingdom of Bahrain is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the National Action Charter, observed annually on February 14, marking a historic milestone in th...
Transit and Tourism Policy Set for General Debate
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Government policy concerning facilities for transit passengers and tourists is expected to undergo a comprehensive review during the Nineteenth Ordinary Session...
Dedicated Financial Support Account Proposal Heads to Session
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A proposal to establish a dedicated financial support account for low income citizens is set for debate during the Nineteenth Ordinary Session of the Four...
Social Insurance Amendment Returns to Parliamentary Agenda
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Proposed amendments to the Social Insurance Law are scheduled for discussion during the Nineteenth Ordinary Session of the Fourth Annual meeting of the Sixth Le...
Health Profession Law Amendments Head to Session
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Proposed amendments to the laws regulating medical practice and allied health professions are set to be introduced during the Nineteenth Ordinary Session of the...
Job Offer Timing to Be Tested in Upcoming Session
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Procedures governing the timing of job offers before issuing commercial registrations are expected to come under scrutiny during the Nineteenth Ordinary Session...
Delayed Salaries File Moves to Parliamentary Session
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Delayed wage payments by certain companies will come under direct examination during the Nineteenth Ordinary Session of the Fourth Annual meeting of the Sixth L...
Essential Prices Under Parliamentary Scrutiny
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Control of essential commodity prices and enforcement of consumer protection law will come under direct parliamentary scrutiny during the Nineteenth Ordinary Se...
Low Income VAT Exemption Advances to Parliament Debate
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Parliament is set to debate one of the most financially sensitive proposals of the current legislative term. During the Nineteenth Ordinary Session of th...