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HRH Prince Salman, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, issued a circular announcing the Ashoora holidays. According to the circular, the Kingdom’s ministries and public institutions will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, corresponding to 16-17 July.
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An owner of a training institute in the Kingdom is under scrutiny for allegedly defrauding Tamkeen of 4,470 dinars by submitting forged documents. The accusations claim that the owner falsified training certificates to illegitimately obtain financial support from the Tamkeen Labour Fund. According to the Acting Head of the Cybercrime Prosecution, the Public Prosecution initiated an investigation following findings from the Anti-Corruption Crimes Department of the General Directorate of Anti-Corruption and Economic and Electronic Security. Witnesses and individuals named in the fraudulent training certificates confirmed they did not participate in the referenced courses. Further inquiries with the training institution that purportedly issued the certificates confirmed their invalidity. Investigations also revealed that the accused received financial support from Tamkeen through the training institute’s bank account. Following interrogation, the Public Prosecution confronted the accused with the evidence and subsequently ordered their referral to the appropriate criminal court for trial.
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The Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) announced the results of a week-long inspection campaign targeting violations of labor laws in Bahrain. From June 30th to July 6th, the LMRA conducted 616 inspections across the country, leading to the detention of 50 irregular workers and the deportation of 118 violators. The inspections focused on identifying and addressing breaches of the Labour Market Regulatory Authority Law and the Residency Law. Legal actions were taken against those found in violation. The LMRA’s efforts included 600 individual inspections at commercial establishments in all governorates. Additionally, 16 joint inspection campaigns were conducted in collaboration with various government bodies. These included the Ministry of Interior’s Nationality, Passports and Residence Affairs (NPRA), security directorates, the General Directorate of Verdict Enforcement and Alternative Sentencing, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, and the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority. The LMRA stressed its commitment to working with other government agencies to intensify these inspections. Their aim is to combat violations and practices that negatively impact the stability, competitiveness, and overall security of Bahrain’s labor market. The authority also appealed to the public for their cooperation in reporting any suspected violations or irregular employment practices. Complaints can be submitted through the […]
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The court battle over revenue sharing from a facility within a Juffair hotel concluded with the High Civil Court ordering the hotel to pay a hotel management company BD40,000, along with BD1,000 for expert fees, court costs, and legal fees. The dispute stemmed from disagreements over the contract between the plaintiff, the management company, and the hotel. According to Zahir Abdullatif, the plaintiff’s lawyer, the company had managed and operated the facility from August 30, 2021, to August 29, 2022. The contract stipulated revenue sharing based on a predetermined ratio, with the hotel responsible for collecting and paying the company’s share within 10 days. Abdullatif stated that despite the facility generating BD97,906 in revenue, the hotel had only paid BD8,648, leaving a balance of BD40,205. On April 30, 2022, the company’s access to the facility was revoked, citing contract termination. To resolve the dispute, the company hired an accounting expert, whose report concluded they were owed BD44,613, covering seven months of revenue plus development costs. The hotel countered with its own expert report claiming no outstanding payments and asserting the company owed BD929. The court reviewed the hotel’s monthly revenue statements, which were undisputed, and found them valid. It also […]
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The Anti-Narcotics Department of the General Directorate of Criminal Investigations and Forensic Evidence has successfully seized a large quantity of narcotics, valued at approximately half a million dinars, and arrested four individuals suspected of smuggling and trafficking the drugs. The seized drugs included approximately 84 kilograms of various narcotics and 18,500 narcotic pills. The department revealed that upon receiving intelligence regarding the suspects, a specialised security team was formed to investigate and track their activities. The investigation led to the identification of the network’s members and the locations where they were hiding the narcotics. The suspects were apprehended in the act of trafficking the drugs and a large sum of money in various currencies, believed to be proceeds from their illegal activities, was seized from their possession. The General Directorate of Criminal Investigations and Forensic Evidence has confiscated the seized items and initiated the necessary legal procedures to refer the case to the Public Prosecution. This successful operation highlights the ongoing commitment of the Bahraini authorities to combat drug trafficking and protect the community from the harmful effects of narcotics.
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The High Civil Court has ruled in favour of a motorcycle rider, awarding him 6,000 Bahraini dinars in compensation from an insurance company and the driver of a car who caused him a 15% permanent disability. The court also ordered both defendants to jointly pay court costs, legal fees, and expert fees. The plaintiff’s lawyer, Zainab Madan, stated that her client was riding his motorcycle when he was involved in a traffic accident caused by the driver of the car, who was subsequently found guilty in a criminal court. The accident resulted in various injuries to the plaintiff, with the medical board assessing his permanent disability at 15% of total disability. Madan emphasised that the second defendant’s insurance company was liable for the accident caused by its insured, the first defendant, based on Article 2 of Decree-Law No. 3 of 1987 concerning compulsory insurance for civil liability arising from vehicle accidents. This article mandates that insurance policies cover civil liability for bodily and material damage resulting from vehicle accidents occurring in Bahrain. She further cited Article 12 of the same law, which states that coverage for civil liability arising from vehicle accidents includes the insurer’s obligation to pay compensation for […]
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A Bahraini man has successfully won a lawsuit against a seller who misrepresented a caravan as a 2010 model when it was actually a 1996 model. The High Civil Court ruled in favour of the buyer, ordering the seller to reimburse the purchase price of 5,105 Bahraini dinars, including the cost of repairs, as well as court fees and legal expenses. The buyer, represented by lawyer Riyadh Al Sindi, discovered the discrepancy after purchasing the caravan for 5,000 dinars from a seller who advertised it on Instagram. The seller had initially refused to allow the buyer to have the caravan inspected by a dealership. After the purchase, the buyer took the caravan to a garage, where he was informed that it was actually a 1996 model with damaged parts and no available spare parts from the manufacturer. He had already paid 1,000 dinars through Benefit and the remaining amount the following day. He had also incurred 88 dinars in repair costs. The buyer filed a lawsuit against both the original owner of the caravan and the seller who advertised it on Instagram, seeking reimbursement for the purchase price and repair costs. He presented evidence including the transfer of funds, the […]
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The University of Technology Bahrain (UTB) is offering aspiring students a gateway to top universities in the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, and Australia. As an accredited study centre for the Northern Consortium of United Kingdom (NCUK) universities, the university offers an International Foundation Year (IFY) program designed to prepare students for seamless progression to their dream university abroad. It is a program designed with NCUK university partners to prepare international students for first year entry into undergraduate degree courses at the best universities abroad. The objective is to help bridge the gap between the student’s local qualification and the expected standards in taking up a university degree at a UK based or international university. Students who successfully complete the program gain guaranteed access to multiple degree courses at NCUK universities. High school graduates are required to undertake the program to ensure that the entry requirements are met and that direct first-year entry at affiliated universities is guaranteed. This is because holding a secondary school certificate completed in Bahrain, within the GCC, or its equivalent in other countries may not meet the entry requirements of UK and international universities. The university has in place facilities and competent faculty members who […]
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The fourth edition of the Bahrain Film Festival has concluded its call for entries, receiving a total of 481 films from 23 Arab countries. The festival’s official competition will present entries across five main categories: short narrative films, short documentaries, animation films, Bahraini films, and student films. The selection committee, presided over by renowned Bahraini writer and media personality Dr. Perween Habib, will begin the evaluation process today, Saturday, 6 July 2024. Joining Dr. Habib on the distinguished panel are Saudi director Reem Al Bayat, Saudi director and artist Dr. Hakim Jumaa, Emirati director Nawaf Al Janahi, and the French cultural attaché in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The fourth iteration of the festival, bearing the theme “We Celebrate the Art of Filmmaking,” is scheduled to take place in November as part of the “Manama, Capital of Arab Media” event, organised by the Bahrain Film Club in partnership with the Ministry of Information. The festival is anticipated to attract extensive participation from Arab and Gulf filmmakers. Beyond the film screenings, the fourth Bahrain Film Festival will offer specialised workshops and seminars designed to enhance the experience of young individuals keen on the cinematic arts. The festival has sustained its success over […]
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The University of Technology Bahrain (UTB), is the island’s first private university to earn ABET accreditation, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, technology, and business with the programs designed to meet global standards of quality education. The Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering (BSEnE) program was introduced after extensive research into labour market trends and global needs. With technological advancements shaping industries, there is a growing demand for professionals who can tackle environmental challenges. Environmental engineers play a pivotal role in managing natural complexities and mitigating human-induced environmental impacts. The BSEnE program aims to contribute to a sustainable future by nurturing skilled professionals capable of innovating and implementing solutions that balance technological progress with environmental preservation. The program equips graduates with a holistic approach to environmental problem-solving through rigorous academic coursework, hands-on experience, interdisciplinary learning, industry partnerships, and research-driven innovation. The curriculum is updated regularly to incorporate the latest scientific advancements and industry trends. Practical training is integral to UTB’s educational philosophy, with state-of-the-art laboratories providing students with real-world application of theoretical knowledge. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, integrating civil, chemical, and mechanical engineering principles to tackle complex environmental issues effectively. The university fosters industry […]
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