Tag: Bahrain

Breathtaking Bahrain

Most people know Bahrain for The Tree of life or the F1 Grand Prix that happens every April, but not many know that it’s the most liberal Islamic nation in the Arab world and a joy to discover

January 31, 2019

India lose to Bahrain, crash out of Asian Cup

Jamal Rashed (90+1) converted a penalty in second-half added time as Bahrain managed to break India's dogged defence after 90 minutes of grim battle.

January 15, 2019

Asian Cup: India aim historic knock-out berth in Chhetri’s record-equalling match against Bahrain

Bahrain have won on five occasions win while one match had ended in a draw.

January 14, 2019

Constantine upbeat about India’s chances against Bahrain

Constantine says his side can script history.

January 14, 2019

Sushma Swaraj to visit Bahrain Saturday; security, trade on agenda

Besides co-chairing the 2nd High Joint Commission (HJC) meeting with Bahraini Foreign Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed bin Mohamed Al Khalifa, she is also expected to call on Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Crown Prince Sheikh Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and Bahrain PM Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa

July 13, 2018

Gulf’s emerging art hub

From vibrant art galleries to international art festivals and state-funded creative projects,Bahrain is the Gulf's new arty hot spot, finds Neeta Lal

May 3, 2018

Rich talent at India Art Fair

Under the initiative of ArtBAB (Art Bahrain Across Borders), five renowned Bahraini artists showcased their creativity at the recently-held India Art Fair 2018. Balqees Fakhro, Hamed Al Bosta, Lulwa Al Khalifa, Mayasa Al Sowaidi and Omar Al Rashid, during their visit to India, enthralled the country’s art aficionados and  others with the display of their...

February 18, 2018

Focus: Destination Bahrain

In an effort to highlight places of interest in countries across the world, their varied culture, economy and history, The Statesman brings to you a Weekly Focus on countries with which India shares diplomatic ties and friendship. This week’s focus is on Bahrain. Know all about the country. Capital: Manama, Currency: Bahraini dinar, Ethnic groups: Bahraini 46%,...

February 18, 2018

‘Euphoric reception’ for Rahul Gandhi in Bahrain

Congress President Rahul Gandhi arrived in Bahrain on Monday as part of his outreach to the Indian diaspora. Congress tweeted: “Euphoric reception for Congress President Rahul Gandhi on his arrival at Kingdom of Bahrain.” Euphoric reception for Congress President Rahul Gandhi on his arrival at Kingdom of Bahrain. This is CP’s first foreign visit after...

January 8, 2018

Sunny Leone to perform in Bahrain for 1st time

Actress Sunny Leone has announced that she will be performing in Bahrain for the first time in April. “I have an exciting news. For the first time ever, I will be performing in Bahrain on April 27 for the anniversary of Aura Arts Centre,” Sunny tweeted on Saturday. I have an exciting news…For the first...

January 6, 2018

Congress chief Rahul Gandhi to visit Bahrain, address NRIs

Rahul Gandhi will next week embark on a visit to Bahrain, his first foreign trip after becoming Congress president, during which he will address a convention of NRIs and is likely to meet the country’s prime minister. According to party sources, Gandhi will be the state guest of the Kingdom of Bahrain and will address...

January 4, 2018

Turkey plans to trade with Qatar via Iran

Turkish Economy Minister Nihat Zeybekci said that Turkey, Iran and Qatar are discussing using Iran's land route to facilitate trade between Qatar and Turkey. In an exclusive interview with state-run Anadolu Agency, Zeybekci said on Friday the three countries are discussing about alternatives to land trade routes with Qatar, and the easiest way is passing...

August 5, 2017

Arab states present new list of Qatar-linked terrorists

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain and Egypt on Tuesday presented a new list of nine organisations and nine individuals which they claim are backed by Qatar and allegedly involved in "terrorist activities". In a joint statement, the Arab states said that the list is framed "within their firm and solid commitment to...

July 25, 2017

Arab nations urge Qatar to accept 6 principles to combat extremism

Four Arab nations that cut ties with Qatar are urging the tiny Gulf nation to commit to six principles on combatting extremism and terrorism, and to negotiate a plan with specific measures to implement them a step that could pave the way for an early resolution of the crisis. Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates,...

July 19, 2017

Qatar responds to demands after deadline extended

Qatar on Tuesday responded to a list of demands from Saudi Arabia and its allies after they agreed to give a defiant Doha another 48 hours to address their grievances. Details of the response were not immediately available, but a Gulf official said that Qatari Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani had delivered it during...

July 4, 2017

Qatar deadline extended by 48 hours: Saudi

Saudi Arabia and its allies on Monday said they had decided to extend by 48 hours the deadline for Qatar to accept their list of demands to lift a de facto blockade. With the deadline expiring at midnight yesterday, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt agreed to give Doha an extension to...

July 3, 2017

Bahrain bans outdoor work in hot weather

The Bahrain government has announced a two-month ban on outdoor work during the hot weather starting from July 1. All outdoor work is prohibited from midday to 4 p.m. between July 1 and August 31, to protect workers from heatstroke and other conditions, Labour and Social Development Minister Jameel Humaidan said on Monday. The minister...

June 20, 2017