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Manama:  Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, continues moving forward in keeping Bahrainization at the core of its recruitment strategy by welcoming a new batch of experienced Bahraini pilots who have recently began operating flights after completing all the necessary vigorous ground and base training courses. The new batch of pilots joined Gulf Air from a number of neighboring regional airlines to be part of their national carrier and serve the Kingdom of Bahrain. The new pilots, Mr. Yaser Al Madani and Mr. Mohammed Yaquob joined as First Officers. Gulf Air’s Acting Chief Executive Officer Captain…

Manama: The Universities 195 Higher Education Virtual Conference kicked off today under the patronage of Education Minister Dr. Majid bin Ali Al Nuaimi. The opening ceremony was attended by an elite of ministers, presidents of universities, technical and vocational institutes, experts, and interested participants from different countries. The conference was deemed one of the biggest specialized conferences specialized in higher, technical, and vocational education. Dr. Al Nuaimi praised the efforts made to organize the conference which brought together 195 universities as well as technical and vocational institutes from across the world. He wished the conference every success in coming…

Manama: Secretary General of the Higher Education Council and the Board of Trustees Deputy Chairperson of the Higher Education Council Dr. Shaikha Rana bint Isa bin Daij Al Khalifa praised the American University of Bahrain’s accredited academic programs and specializations on her visit to the university. She hailed the university’s keenness to be updated with the latest technologies that coincides with labor market’s requirements, wishing the university’s personnel continued success. The secretary-general inspected the university’s facilities, noting its readiness to provide quality educational services in a manner that preserves health and safety for all, expressing her appreciation for the efforts of all those…

Manama: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today attended part of the qualifying race of the first edition of the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2021, held at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad highlighted that the Middle East has become a global destination for international sporting events, such as the Formula One races. HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad extended his congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and the Crown Prince,…

Manama: The  The National Communication Centre (NCC) organized a celebration to mark Bahraini Women’s Day, which this year comes under the theme ““Bahraini Women in the National Development… A Journey of Progress in a Dedicated Nation”. This year’s celebrations also coincided with the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Supreme Council for Women. NCC Chief Yousif Mohamed Al-Binkhalil, CEO of the NCC, extended his deepest congratulations and best wishes to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister and Her Royal Highness Princess…

Indian Union Health Ministry on Thursday said that two cases of Omicron variant have been discovered in the country. According to Joint Secretary of the Union Home Ministry Lav Agarwal, both cases have been identified in Karnataka. Meanwhile, Zydus Cadila’s Covid-19 vaccine ZyCoV-D will initially be used in seven states — Bihar, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal — which have been recommended to identify the districts with a high number of beneficiaries who have not received a single dose of a Covid vaccine for its introduction. Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan, who reviewed the status and progress…

UAE health authorities on Wednesday registered the country’s first case of the Omicron coronavirus variant. The Ministry of Health and Community Protection said it had been detected in an African woman coming from an African country through an Arab nation. The woman has been isolated and those who had contact with her were also traced and isolated. Authorities said she had not shown any symptoms but her condition was being monitored. The ministry said the woman had been fully vaccinated against Covid-19 in accordance with UAE protocols and that all measures were in place to protect public health.

Manama: His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today received the chairman of the Muharraq Sports Club, HE Shaikh Ahmed bin Ali Al Khalifa, members of the board, football team players, as well as the club’s technical and administrative staff at Riffa Palace.  HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister affirmed that the Muharraq Club’s victory reflects Bahrain’s spirit of determination and competition. His Royal Highness noted that the achievements made in the sports sector, on the regional and global level, are a product of the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin…

Manama: The Ministry of Transportation of Telecommunications has announced the launch of Bahrain Metro Project (Phase One) Pre-Qualification Tender for local and international companies with relevant expertise in the field of public transportation. The move follows the government’s announcement of an Economic Recovery Plan launched in accordance with the royal directives of His Majesty King Hamad and announced by the Cabinet chaired by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The project is one of the most important strategic projects in the Kingdom that aim to support economic growth by attracting additional foreign direct…

Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) Chief Executive Officer H.E Mr. Jamal Abdulaziz AlAlawi led Bahrain’s delegation to attend remotely the 112th session of the International Organization for Migration (IOM). United Nations Secretary-General and IOM director-general attended the virtual session. The LMRA delegation participated in the meetings to further consolidate Bahrain’s role in combating human trafficking, contribute to international partnership coordinate efforts to tackle issues related migrant workers. The meetings which are held from November 29 until December 1 in Geneva, Switzerland, coincide with the 70th anniversary of the establishment of the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The session will discuss key…