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Bahrain’s Meteorological Directorate at the Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications has released a weather update outlining conditions expected over the coming days. The directorate said that weather conditions on Thursday and Friday, February 5 and 6, 2026, are expected to remain relatively stable. Some clouds may appear at times, with mild weather during the day and cold conditions at night. Northwesterly winds will be moderate in speed, occasionally becoming active. According to the forecast, conditions are expected to change on Saturday, February 7, with cloudy weather continuing through the day. Temperatures will remain relatively low, and there is a chance of rainfall, which could be moderate to heavy at times. Winds will be mainly southerly to southwesterly, light to moderate in speed, and may become active at times, shifting to northwesterly by Sunday.
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The First High Criminal Court has scheduled February 10, 2026, for the hearing in the case of a nurse accused of exploiting the circumstances of a disabled man and unlawfully transferring large sums from his bank account. According to the case details, the nurse, who was employed by the victim, allegedly took his mobile phone without his knowledge during 2025 and used the “Benefit” banking application linked to his account. She reportedly exploited the victim’s electronic verification code to transfer funds in installments to her account in Bahrain, before transferring the full amount to her account in her home country in Asia. Out of the total sum, BD3,500 was returned, while the remaining BD25,750 was not. The victim’s son testified that his father noticed large transfers from his account between September and October 2025, prompting the family to investigate the matter. The defendant admitted taking the phone and using the application to execute the transfers, taking advantage of the victim’s disabled condition, and acknowledged that she did not return the remaining funds.
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The head of the Tax Evasion Crimes Unit at the Financial Crimes and Money Laundering Prosecution has confirmed that the unit received a report from the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) against the owner of a commercial establishment for collecting Value Added Tax (VAT) from customers without remitting it to the authorities. According to the statement, the accused collected more than BD 240,000 in VAT from clients but failed to transfer the amount to the NBR, despite submitting VAT tax returns. This constitutes a clear violation of the provisions of the VAT Law. Following the report, the prosecution immediately launched an investigation. Authorities ordered the lifting of banking secrecy on the accused and the business accounts, heard testimonies from NBR specialists, and reviewed relevant documents. The investigation revealed that the accused submitted false documents to the NBR, unlawfully deducted VAT input tax, failed to issue invoices for VAT-taxable transactions, and did not properly maintain tax records, invoices, or accounting books related to import and service supply operations. Based on the evidence, the prosecution concluded that the accused deliberately evaded paying the due VAT amount. As a result, an order was issued to refer the case to trial. The first hearing […]
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His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, King of Bahrain and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, issued a Royal Order promoting 623 officers of the Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) across various military ranks. The promotions coincide with the 58th anniversary of the establishment of the Bahrain Defence Force. In a separate Royal Order, His Majesty also approved the awarding of medals to 168 officers and 680 non-commissioned officers and personnel, in recognition of their service and dedication. On this occasion, Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, Commander-in-Chief of the Bahrain Defence Force, conveyed the congratulations of His Majesty the King and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and Prime Minister, to the promoted and honoured officers. He wished them continued success in serving the nation and contributing to its progress under the wise leadership of His Majesty. Marking the anniversary, the Commander-in-Chief also issued orders to promote 3,411 non-commissioned officers, personnel, and civilians of the Bahrain Defence Force across various ranks and grades. Additionally, decorations were awarded to 185 officers and 1,141 non-commissioned officers and personnel in appreciation of their efforts. Shaikh Khalifa bin […]
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The First High Criminal Court has set March 17, 2026, as the date to issue its verdict in the case of a Gulf national in his fifties, accused of causing the death of his wife while driving under the influence of alcohol. The Public Prosecution charged the defendant with causing, through negligence, the death of the victim—his wife—in a traffic accident on November 1, 2025, while he was intoxicated. He was also charged with being in a clear state of drunkenness in a public place, damaging public property, driving in a manner that endangered lives and property, failing to exercise due care and caution, and driving under the influence of alcohol to a degree that caused him to lose control of the vehicle, resulting in traffic violations and damage to public assets.
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The farmers’ market continues to play a key role in supporting local agricultural production and strengthening food security in the Kingdom of Bahrain, officials said. The market, an initiative aimed at providing a direct marketing platform for local produce, operates under a partnership between the Ministry of Municipalities and Agriculture and the National Initiative for Agricultural Sector Development, with private sector support from stc Bahrain and GPIC. During the 2025–2026 season, the farmers’ market recorded the offering and sale of approximately 212 tonnes of locally grown vegetables by the ninth week since its launch. A total of 104 different agricultural varieties were marketed, reflecting significant growth in both the scale and diversity of local production. Data showed that tomatoes topped the list of the most traded crops at 11,954 kilograms, followed by red cherry tomatoes at 9,525 kilograms, pumpkins at 8,524 kilograms, and eggplants at 8,355 kilograms. White cauliflower ranked fifth with 7,424 kilograms. Other leading crops included corn (6,194 kilograms), coloured cherry tomatoes (5,710 kilograms), cucumbers (5,568 kilograms), scallion tomatoes (5,340 kilograms), and beetroot (3,976 kilograms). Over the past nine weeks, the market has seen strong attendance from citizens, residents and visitors, highlighting growing consumer confidence in locally produced […]
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The First High Criminal Court heard a case involving three Asian defendants accused of importing and trafficking marijuana concealed inside a parcel sent from the United States. The shipment allegedly contained 560.27 grams of marijuana hidden among folds of clothing. The Public Prosecution charged the first and second defendants with importing and selling cannabis and marijuana for the purpose of trafficking in circumstances not permitted by law. The third defendant was charged with possessing and acquiring marijuana with intent to traffic. During the hearing, defence lawyer Zahraa Khodair requested the acquittal of her client as a primary plea. Alternatively, she sought exemption from punishment on the grounds that her client had cooperated with authorities by providing information leading to the arrest of another suspect. Khodair argued that the case procedures were invalid, citing what she described as a fundamental violation during the inspection of the parcel. She stated that the customs officer opened and examined the package without the presence of the first defendant, which she said breached his legal rights and undermined the connection between him and the seized items. She maintained that this procedural flaw invalidated subsequent actions, including the arrest and investigation, under Article 339 of the […]
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Electricity consumption tariffs for citizens living in their first home have been reduced following Cabinet approval, His Excellency Mr Yasser bin Ibrahim Humaidan, Minister of Electricity and Water Affairs, announced. The decision, taken after the Cabinet chaired by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister reviewed the views of members of the House of Representatives, lowers the tariff for consumption between 5,000 and 7,000 electricity units to 16 fils per unit, down from 32 fils per unit. The minister said the move reflects the government’s commitment to partnership and constructive cooperation between the executive and legislative authorities, noting that parliamentary input played a key role in shaping the amendment. He added that the revised tariff takes into account citizens’ needs while ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of electricity and water services. The new electricity tariff will be applied to bills issued from January 1 for citizens residing in their first home.
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The High Court of Appeal has rejected a company’s appeal and upheld a lower court ruling ordering it to pay BD3,000 in compensation to a citizen for delaying the delivery of a property title deed. The court found that the company breached its contractual obligations by failing to hand over the title deed for a year and a half, despite the sales contract stipulating a delivery period of just three months. The ruling confirmed the plaintiff’s right to both material and moral damages. Lawyer Sarah Ali, representing the plaintiff, said her client had purchased a residential plot for BD50,266.160, with the company committed to transferring ownership within three months of signing the contract. However, the company failed to meet this deadline. She explained that the company later issued a written declaration pledging to compensate the buyer with an annual rate of 5 per cent on the amount paid for each day of delay. Despite this commitment, the company neither delivered the title deed on time nor paid the agreed compensation. As a result of the prolonged delay, the plaintiff suffered financial losses after being forced to sell the property below its actual market value. She also endured moral damages after […]
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The Ministry of Interior has announced that the smart camera system of the General Directorate of Traffic is now fully operational. Since the launch of the system’s first phase, it has already recorded a number of traffic violations, including using a mobile phone while driving and not wearing a seatbelt. The system was activated after ensuring the technical infrastructure is fully ready and capable of operating efficiently under various conditions. The General Directorate of Traffic emphasized that, to ensure timely receipt of traffic notifications—such as vehicle registration deadlines, driver’s license renewals, and recorded violations—drivers must regularly update their personal information through the “Hakomati” app. This helps prevent violations from accumulating without the driver’s knowledge. Authorities also stressed the importance of adhering to traffic rules, avoiding unsafe driving behaviors, and practicing responsibility and road awareness at all times.
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