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JO3968_BFC_SM_APP_Online_Campaign_DT_Hamper_6.7cmX4cm.indd3/1/18 3:45 PM 1 Lab sample Top honour for tracking system inaugurated Shaikha Thajiba Manama new automated Sample Tracking System has Abeen inaugurated yesterday at the Serology and Immunology Laboratory. The Minister of Health Faeqa bint Said Al-Saleh deputized Undersecretary Dr. Waleed Al-Manea to open hi-tech Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka system at the public health bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa laboratories. The move, according to officials, has Manama His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme slashed down the time is Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister yesterday held a meeting with the Chairman of required for analysis from deputised Her Royal Highness Princess Investcorp’s Board of Directors, Dr Yousef Al-Ebraheem at Gudaibiya Palace. HRH the Crown Prince three days to two hours. HSabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Wife of HM and the Chairman discussed latest developments in ’s financial services sector and the cen- the King and President of the Supreme Council tral role effective regulation plays in the financial industry, adding that Bahrain’s long-established for Women (SCW), to confer the Shaikh Isa bin banking and financial sector is an important facilitator of direct investment. HRH the Crown Prince Salman Al-Khalifa Order of the First Class on encouraged Investcorp to continue promoting their investment products and expanding their Shaikha Thajiba, the daughter of His Highness

investor base in Bahrain and the wider region. 9 Friday, March 23, 2018 Shaikh Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. HRH Princess Sabeeka welcomed the attendees to the ceremony held yesterday at Al-Rawdha Palace and praised Shaikha Thajiba’s generous and remarkable contribution to promoting charity work and reaching out to the needy as well as supporting social, diplomatic and economic activities. Celebrating HRH Princess Sabeeka expressed appreciation of Nass takes the conferring on behalf of HM the King the Shaikh Isa Day bin Salman Al-Khalifa Order of the First Class on ven though they Club Bahrain are celebrating Pakistan during the transition of Pakistan. The President of news media in all over the the are away from Pakistan’s National Day of the Dominion of Pakistan Pakistan is usually the Chief country. Pakistan military and are held early in the their home with national zeal and to the Islamic Republic of Guest; also the attended in inter-services also shows morning. After the parade, country, Pakistani enthusiasm. Pakistan on 23 March 1956 public are Prime Minister a glance of its power and the President confers national nationals living or Pakistan making Pakistan the world’s of Pakistan alongside the capabilities during this awards and medals on the in the Kingdom of Bahrain Resolution Day is a first Islamic republic. A Cabinet ministers, military parade. awardees at the Presidency. haveE an opportunity to national holiday in Pakistan Republic Day parade by the chiefs of staff, and chairman The celebrations regarding Wreaths are also laid at the Shaikha Thajiba in tribute to her dedicated efforts celebrate their country’s commemorating the Lahore armed forces is often part of joint chiefs. the holiday include a full mausoleums of Muhammad National Day with full Resolution passed on 23 the celebrations. A full inter-services joint military and civilian parade Iqbal and Muhammad fervour today. The Pakistan March 1940 and the adoption The main celebration is military parade is rehearsed in the capital, . Ali Jinnah founder of Embassy and the Pakistan of the first constitution of held in Islamabad, the capital and broadcast live by the These are presided by Pakistan. to serve the Bahraini community. Shaikha Thajiba expressed heartfelt thanks and respect to HM the King and HRH Princess Sabeeka, describing the honour as an incentive to exert more P helm at BCCI efforts. 09-16 DT News Network announced naming Khalid votes in the election held at the President of Bahrain Businesswomen Society Manama Mohammed Yousif Najibi as its Isa Cultural Centre, with his Feryal Nass and Egyptian Ambassador to Bahrain he Bahrain Chamber of first vice-chairman, Mohammed block also emerging as the most Suha Ibrahim Al Far commending Shaikha Thajiba’s Commerce and Industry Abduljabbar Al Kooheji as successful of the four blocks. dedicated efforts. (BCCI)T elected Sameer Abdulla second vice-chairman, Aref After assuming his office, Ahmed Nass of the ‘Tojjar 2018’ Ahmed Ali Hijris as Treasurer, Nass announced a 100-day P bloc as its new chairman of the and Waleed Ebrahim Khalil work plan before the members board of directors. Kanoo as Vice-Treasurer. Basem of the Chamber and assigned a In a Mohamed Ahmed Al Saei and temporary committee to execute FM reiterates Bahrain’s 03 statement, Mohammed Farooq Al Moayed the plan. Established in 1939, BCCI the industry were elected as the executive is the oldest chamber of commerce support for Palestine body also bureau members of the in the region and is also the main Manama Bahrain condemns Chamber. representative of the private sector inister of Foreign terrorist Tojjar bloc led by Nass won in the Kingdom. MAffairs, Shaikh blast in Kabul, toll 10 seats in the hotly contested The committee, Nass said, Khalid bin Ahmed bin BCCI election held earlier will focus on decentralising Mohammed Al Khalifa hits 33 this month. Closely Chamber’s decisions, updating yesterday reiterated following them with 7 its regulations and mechanisms, Bahrain’s firm support for P seats was Sharaka. The training employees as well as the Palestinian cause and other blocs, Tawoon restructuring the chamber to right of the Palestinian and Al Ghad, make it an effective platform for people to an independent however, failed to all to interact. The official name, Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as a capital. 06 win any seats. members, tasks and period of This came as the Minister received at his office Nass claimed work of the committee will be at the Ministry’s General Court Chairman of the most announced in a week’s time. Palestine’s Higher Council for Youth and Sport, It’s all about fun number of (Continued on page 2) Major General Jibril Rajoub. and entertainment 2 Friday, March 23, 2018 CP congratulates BCCI Chairman, 100-day board members work plan Manama importance the Kingdom’s is Royal Highness Prince commercial sector in His Salman bin Hamad Al Majesty King Hamad bin Isa HKhalifa congratulated Sameer Al Khalifa’s comprehensive Abdulla Nass, marking his development march which election as Chairman of alters the role of the public the Bahrain Chamber of sector as the main engine of Commerce and Industry growth to a regulator and a (BCCI) while pledging partner to the private sector. to continue ‘constructive “Economic Vision for interaction’ with BCCI. Bahrain 2030 is a platform “The greater the size of where the partnership achievements is, the wider the between the public ambitions and the aspirations and private sectors can towards the future become,” flourish,” the Crown Prince Work scheme for HRH Crown Prince said said. in his cable, wishing BCCI HRH Crown Prince also Chairman every success in congratulated the new BCCI the first 100 days carrying out his duties. board members for their Identifying the regulations and executive bylaws that In his message, Prince success in the elections of the 1 hinder the development of the market tools, and curbs Salman stressed the 29th session of BCCI board. (Continued from page 1) the market’s progress and resilience. DT News Network Manama Redirecting the markets and keeping them abreast of e are taking this responsibility at a challenging time 2 globalisation and technological advancement. BCCI Elections “Wboth at the local, regional, and international levels,” Innovation in attracting investments and international Nass said adding “it is with this in mind, that we have set our trade, which are considered key to diversifying and revi- principal goal, which is transforming Bait Al Tijjar into a 3 talising the market. Committee hails platform for the business community.” Nass added: “To achieve this goal, we have set a strategy Reinforcing the standing of the chamber as a platform for and have determined our work scheme for the first 100 days.” 4 representing professional business institutions and socie- newly elected He also urged the members to establish a database and ties, which should be our strategic partners. conduct market research to keep abreast of the challenges. A comprehensive evaluation of the executive body of “This would enable the business community to make sound the chamber, fostering its strengths and supporting it in and informed decisions,” stressed Nass. 5 overcoming its weaknesses, as well as using internation- board members “We also need to go beyond that, by offering micro, small, ally recognized Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). and medium enterprises all needed support to help them DT News Network become effective contributors to the national economy,” he Manama added. ahrain Chamber of Highlighting the need to evaluate the competency of the Pillars of work Commerce and Industry Establishing a mechanism that ensures equality and Chamber’s studies centre, the Chairman also mulled the B(BCCI) Elections Committee 1 decentralization in making decisions. possibility of “improving it or establishing a new centre” to headed by Jassim Abdul A’al make BCCI a reliable source of information for the business Founding an approach that encourages innovation and expressed deep thanks and community. 2 creativity and coalitions in the various sectors. appreciation to the government Nass expressed deep thanks and appreciation to His Majesty headed by His Royal Highness King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Royal Highness Prince 3 Uplifting local market on par with international standards. Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the Prime Minister and His Revising and restructuring the chamber’s work structure, Khalifa, the Prime Minister, Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown 4 bearing in mind the importance of training employees to for the ceaseless support and Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime apply the new strategies. profound cooperation exerted Minister for their ceaseless support and guidance. to BCCI. Abdul A’al paid tributes to all who contributed to the success of the elections, particularly Focus on decentralisation the Ministry of Industry, on the efforts exerted by The Chamber’s focus, ness owners. to revitalize liaison with the soon a mechanism to reveal Commerce, and Tourism, BCCI’s administration, according to Sameer He also directed to hold partners of the Chamber. its agendas for regular, Bahrain Transparency Society, which streamlined the Abdulla Ahmed Nass, in the regular meetings for vari- The Chairman also directed annual, and monthly meet- the Ministry of Interior, tasks of the committee, and upcoming period, will be on ous business sectors and to to review all signed bilateral ings. the Ministry of Health, paved the way for successful decentralising the mecha- change the composition and agreements and memoran- He also pledged to develop Ahlia University, Applied elections. nism of decision making. selection criteria of the com- dums in a bid to upgrade a framework for proposing Science University, Kingdom Concluding its statement, For this, the Chamber, mittees and its members. them in line with the eco- ideas, suggestions, and solu- University, camp members of the Elections Committee head Nass said, will establish a A decision was also taken to nomic changes and chal- tions, reform the work of the Malkiya Club, the volunteers, congratulated the newly elected Consultative Council, which enhance local, regional, and lenges. committees and the mecha- and the members of the board members, wishing embraces former chamber international connections Explaining further, Nass said, nism for communicating Elections Committee. them every success in their heads and influential busi- and foster communication the chamber will announce with the chamber’s partners. He commended BCCI’s endeavour to invigorate and Chief Executive Officer strengthen the private sector. Friday, March 23, 2018 3 Bahrain condemns terrorist

blastDT News Network in Kabul as tollcelebration, andhits should be a that terrorism 33 in all its forms Manama time for promoting the values and manifestations constitutes ahrain yesterday strongly of peace and solidarity,” he one of the most serious threats condemned the terrorist said, reiterating that those to international peace and Battack that claimed the lives of organised the attack “must be security,” the press statement at least 33 people and injured brought to justice.” said. 65 others near a shrine in In a separate statement, The US ambassador to Kabul Kabul. Tadamichi Yamamoto, the John R. Bass also condemned Reiterating Bahrain’s firm head of the UN Mission, the attack. “The United and resolute rejection of all echoed the Secretary-General’s States and its people remain forms of violence, extremism condemnation. “I reiterate that steadfast in their commitment and terrorism, the Ministry of under no circumstances are to working with our Afghan Foreign Affairs, in a statement, such attacks justifiable, and I partners to combat terrorism stressed the need for concerted once again call on all parties to and to secure peace in the year efforts to eliminate this uphold their obligations under ahead,” he said. dangerous plague that poses international humanitarian Based on statistics of the a threat to world security and A sandal lies on the ground at the site of a suicide bomb attack in Kabul, law, at all times.” Afghanistan Human Rights peace. The statement affirmed The attack occurred when spokesperson, Secretary- In a press statement on Commission (AIHRC), last The Ministry also expressed Bahrain’s firm stand with Afghans celebrated the Persian General Antonio Guterres the terrorist attack, members solar year over 10,000 Afghan its profound condolences to the Islamic Republic of new year, know in Afghanistan offered his condolences to of the 15-nation Security civilians were killed and the families and relatives of Afghanistan and its support as Nauruz, which is a national the families of the victims Council condemned in the wounded during attacks across the victims and its wishes for for the measures it takes to holiday. and wished a speedy recovery strongest terms the terrorist the country – including 2,000 speedy recovery to all those eliminate terrorism and Meanwhile, in a to those injured. “Nowruz attack. “The members of the children. (with input from injured in this terrorist act. maintain security and stability. statement attributable to his is a time of renewal and Security Council reaffirmed agencies) Body of football coach Spying for UoB, Kaspersky Lab name : case to be flown back today adjourned Harpreet Kaur/DTNN winners of Cybersecurity Cup [email protected] to April 24 he body of a football coach, Manama who had ended his life in earing into the Bahrain,T will be repatriated back Qatar spy scandal, to his home country today. Hsurrounding Ali Salman Ali “The body of Thilakan will Ahmed, Hassan Ali Jumaa be repatriated back to his home Sultan and Ali Mehdi Ali Al country by Air India flight,” a Aswad, has been adjourned source told DT News. to April 24, following a It was also confirmed to preliminary hearing in DT news that his family have the High Criminal Court, been informed about the yesterday. development. The first defendant Thilakan, an Indian national, February 22. attended the trial who worked as a football coach A grieving Vyshak Thilakan accompanied by his lawyers. for the Indian Talent Academy, told DT News, “This comes to The second and third was missing since February 4, us as a shock that the reason defendants did not attend. 2018. He reportedly went to the of death was due to suicidal Advocate General Osama Manama market to buy jerseys. hanging as there was no reason Al Oufi said the suspects The winners won an all-expenses-paid trip to visit the company’s VirusLab in Moscow, Russia After that, there was no sign of at all for him to do that.” were referred by the Public Manama competition is a meaningful stages of the competition and him. Weeks later, he was found “We asked the sponsor for Prosecution to trial on aspersky Lab announced step towards creating highly beyond.” dead at the Hidd bridge. details but we still haven’t got charges of “intelligence yesterday the winners of skilled experts, solutions Commenting on his win, As per the post-mortem an update. with a foreign country Kits Kaspersky Cybersecurity and leadership in the field of Batool Shubbar, the winner report, his death resulted from “We have also requested the to carry out hostile acts Cup in Bahrain. The winners cybersecurity within Bahrain of the Awareness Cybercup a cardiac pulmonary arrest due Embassy of India to Bahrain for against Bahrain, undermine won an all-expenses-paid trip and the region.” category, said, “Getting to suicidal hanging. Records details to find out what would its political and economic to visit the company’s VirusLab The awareness cyber exposure to real-world say, his death occurred on have gone wrong,” he said. status as well as its national in Moscow, Russia and will cup and technical cyber cup situations alongside my studies interest to overthrow the get a first-hand look of how streams spanned three sectors will definitely help to be better political system.” Kaspersky Lab experts monitor each: financial services and prepared for the tasks and Economy in growth mode They were also charged and detect the most advanced critical infrastructure that challenges I will face in the DT News Network of the Crown Prince to the with “passing defence cyber threats from around the were common, telecom (for workplace.” Manama US,” said the Ambassador secrets to a foreign world. the awareness cup) and the “I couldn’t be more honoured ahrain successfully pointing out the signing of country, accepting money Batool Sayed Shubbar, Internet of Things (for the to win the competition and attracted foreign agreements amounting to from a foreign country in who won in the Awareness technical cup). All submissions represent our university Binvestments and continued nearly $10 billion during the consideration for providing Cyber Cup category and team were reviewed by an expert at Kaspersky Lab’s global its economic growth, thanks visits. it with military secrets Connect Tech (members: jury and then pitched to headquarters and VirusLabs,” to the reforms spearheaded by This came during a forum and information about Ahmed Samer Abdurahman, experts from Kaspersky said Ahmed Abdulrahman, His Majesty King Hamad bin held by the American Chamber the internal situation of Fajer Mohammed Alkaabi and Lab and the University of from Team Connect Tech, Isa Al Khalifa, said Bahrain’s of Commerce to discuss the the country, spreading Samya Fareed Hasan), got the Bahrain. winners of the Technical Ambassador to the US, economic ties between tendentious rumours and first place in the Technical Cup Amir Kanaan, Managing Cybercop. “I’m excited and Shaikh Abdullah bin Rashid Bahrain and the US as well fallacies abroad to weaken category. Director, Middle East, passionate about the potential Al Khalifa. as to promote the investment the financial confidence Congratulating the Kaspersky Lab, described of the cybersecurity industry, “Kingdom’s achievements forum “Gulf Gateway” to be in the Kingdom and winners, Prof. Riyad Hamzah, the event as an “excellent and appreciate the opportunity were also further bolstered held in Bahrain from 8 to 10 undermine its prestige.” President of the University of opportunity to incorporate to learn more from global by the successful visits May. Bahrain said, “We believe this classroom knowledge across all players.” 4 Friday, March 23, 2018

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, received in his office at the Ministry’s General Court yester- day Member of Ban Ki-Moon Centre for Global Citizens, the Former UN Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for Disarmament Affairs, Kim Won-soo, in the pres- ence of Chairman of the Supreme Health Council Lieutenant General Dr. Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Khalifa. The Minister praised the efforts Kim Won- soo has exerted in achieving the Millennium Development Goals and the United Nations objectives with regard to sustainable develop- ment and international peace and security. Minister opens skills contest Manama Nuaimi. vocational assorted skills. ahrain is committed to The minister’s remarks Speaking on the occasion, Bdeveloping technical and came as he opened yesterday the ministry also encouraged Focus on water vocational education at the the Bahrain Training Institute students to join such secondary and university (BTI)’s fourth edition specialisations as well as International Peace Institute launches levels, and introducing Vocational Skills Contest held professional activities and specialisations commensurate on the sidelines of the Career competitions that boost Water Preventive Diplomacy with labour market Week 2018. Fifty-six trainees their skills and creativity to Manama Project Management and community marks World requirements, said Education participated in the contest contribute to the nation’s he International Peace Marketing (PMM), and the Water Day under the theme Minister Dr Majid bin Ali Al that included 15 technical and progress. Institute, Middle East & Water Science & Technology of “Nature for Water.” IPI NorthT Africa (IPI, MENA) Association (WSTA). President Terje Rod-Larsen announced it will launch the To be opened by Dr Mirza, said the “Water Preventive Water Preventive Diplomacy the event will be moderated Diplomacy project will Process, regarding the by Nejib Friji, Director of provide an engaging process preventive measures required IPI, MENA. It will feature that identifies areas where to ensure sustainable and Léna Salamé, Senior Specialist relevant stakeholders can equitable distribution of on Water Diplomacy and address this issue of concern water resources in the MENA Development, Dr Walid to the MENA region and region. Zubari, Acting Director of the beyond.” The event will be held Water Resources Management The event starts at 11:00 a.m, under the patronage of Program at the Arabian Gulf 11 April 2018 at the IPI, MENA Dr Abdul Hussain bin Ali University (AGU), and Fatima Office, 51-52 Harbour House Mirza, Bahrain’s Minister of Taha, International Water Law (5th floor), Bahrain Financial Electricity and Water Affairs, and Governance Expert. Harbour, Manama, Kingdom and in partnership with 1958 Today, the international of Bahrain.

Secretary-General of the Royal Charity Organisation (RCO), Dr Mustafa Al-Sayed Al-Amin, attended the fifth Cairo Ideal Mother International Festival, following the designation of Bahrain by the festival’s organising committee as the festival’s guest of honour. The ceremony was held in the presence of the representative of the Islamic Cultural, Educational, and Scientific Conference Organisation (ICESCO), Dr Salahuddin Al-Jaffarawi, representative of the Mohamed Bin Rashid Al-Maktoum Humanitarian and Charity Establishment, Khalid bin Zayed, and a num- ber of prominent charity and humanitarian personalities. During the ceremony, Nadia Adbahi was conferred with the “Ideal Mother” Award in recognition of the tremendous efforts she is exerting in taking care of her children, as well as engagement in the activities of RCO. Friday, March 23, 2018 5

Deputy Prime Minister Shaikh Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Khalifa received the Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States (ABEGS)’s general director Dr. Ali bin Abdelkhaliq Al Qarni, in Commander-in-Chief of BDF Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa paid a field the presence of Education Minister Dr. Majid Al Nuaimi. They reviewed the activities of the visit to a BDF unit. He was informed about the unit’s development and progress stages, and bureau and the ongoing cooperation between the Kingdom and the bureau. was updated about the level of its combat, administrative and technical readiness.

Interior Minister and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Academy of Police (RAP) Lieutenant-General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdulla Al Khalifa attended the graduation ceremony of the 12th batch of university graduates cadets who completed all the courses of the Criminal and Police Science Diploma. The Interior Minister asserted that the Interior Ministry would continue to train its personnel in accordance with the latest international standards. The Minister highlighted the importance to invest in human resources as a key point in security modernisation.

Minister of Foreign Affairs Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa received in his office Chairman of Palestine’s Higher Council for Youth and Sport Major General Jibril Rajoub currently visiting Bahrain. The minister praised the efforts exerted by Palestinian President Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments Shaikh Khalid bin Ali Al Khalifa received Mahmoud Abbas to achieve the rights of the Palestinian people and attain peace in the re- French Ambassador to Bahrain Cécile Longé. The Minister lauded strong and growing rela- gion. tions between the two friendly countries and discussed cooperation in the justice field.

Electricity and Water Affairs Capital Governor Shaikh Hisham Minister Dr. Abdulhussain Mirza bin Abdulrahman Al Khalifa re- received the Head of the Royal ceived Mubarak Abdullah Al College of Surgeons of Ireland Maghrabi who presented his (RCSI Bahrain) Prof. Samir Al book “Illuminations on Al Maghra- Atoum. The RSCIB head briefed bi’s Life.” The Governor praised Al the minister on college’s future Maghrabi’s work in youth, sports plans and programmes, and ex- and social fields, as well as his pressed desire to obtain tech- dedication in the service of Bah- nical support from the sustain- raini youth and sports. Shaikh able energy unit for installation Hisham praised him for his clear of solar energy systems in the and remarkable contribution in college building. enriching youth and sports. 6 Friday, March 23, 2018 Wide Angle It’s all about fun Joel Indrupati DATA: IS IT NOW A WEAPON OF MASS MISINFORMATION andRoaming entertainment acts at Bahrain Grand Prix he 2016 election win of Trump, in the USA. The 2016 vote Manama about the human species, but for Brexit, in the UK. The 2015 elections, in Nigeria. he Formula 1 2018 Gulf they’re learning quick and TWhat is common to all three? Air Bahrain Grand Prix is save everything on their hard It is ‘Cambridge Analytica’. The company that is alleged to justT around the corner, and “robotdrive”. have influenced voting in all these places. excitement of fans is about to Spikkelszzz: In daylight, By collecting data on the personality profiles of people, using reach fever pitch. SpikkelSzzz is a sparkling various methods - including a software application that garners Bahrain International explosion of colors. When the data from Facebook profiles - this organization is said to have Circuit (BIC) has lined moon appears they transform enabled governments and political parties to specifically target up a stellar cast of roaming into fabulous foolish lights. millions of voters --- with advertisements and promotional performers to maintain the These Sparkling happy material that might have swayed their thinking. joyous mood from April 6 performers let go of the Whether it gets proven or not, we can be sure of one thing. to 8 in the Formula 1 Village buzzing and tempt you to play Our data is not secure anywhere and it is being used against us. vending area. with the lights. If our pictures from iCloud can be stolen, if our data in Kaukliari: A mixture of Triumfo: Tall, huge, colorful, government data centres can be hacked, if our telephone calls historical juggling and other friendly roaming giants. These can be spied on and tapped, if our website-visits and our actual acrobatic pieces using colourful vibrant and colorful stilt- physical locations’ visits can all be recorded, if our emails – flags and staffs. The performers walkers will be taking you on in the guise of targeted marketing - can be read by Artificial wear beautiful and colorful a grand adventure with an Intelligence bots, I think we are moving into a dangerous new costumes while throwing and Space Man arsenal of multiple costumes. world; where nothing will remain private. tossing flags, exchanging it dances and choreographies Circo Nauta: All the way Ticket prices: Main It will be a world where biased and distorted information with their counterparts while result in an innovative, from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Grandstand seats cost BD150 is thrown at us, through the various social media vehicles, capturing the audience’s daring show full of character, Circo Nauta, his acts include each for the three days, while by political parties, with the ultimate hope of changing our admirations. spontaneity and magic. Mime, Clown, Air acrobatics, Batelco Grandstand tickets are minds. Aainjaa: A powerful show Mantega: He has Dance, Cyr Wheel and many BD120 and Turn One tickets Just look at what SCL group promises. This is the same manifesting percussion and performed with numerous more. BD100. University and Victory group which owns SCL Elections and ‘Cambridge Analytica’. dance. A large number of circus companies in different Space Ci Man: A group of Grandstand tickets cost “SCL Group provides data, analytics, and strategy to multidisciplinary artists delight constellations as a solo and five robots, they walk around BD60. governments and military organizations worldwide. For over audiences with a host of Afro duo performer. His works to learn about human life and Fans will be able to purchase 25 years, we have conducted behavioral change programs in Colombo-Brazilian rhythms have been seen at international on their way scan everyone a single Friday ticket for the over 60 countries & have been formally recognized for our of great strength and vitality, festivals all across the globe. around. They’re curious: they Batelco Grandstand at BD60, work in defense & social change”. achieving an excellent fusion His acts include combinations walk behind you, will stand or they can buy a two-day I picked the above statements from SCL group’s website. with the movement. Infinite of extreme juggling, hula right next to you and look at ticket for Saturdayand Sunday, And we can see it is clear that they help in behavioural change hoops, handstand, capoeira you the way you look at them. also for the Batelco Grandstand -- using data. acrobatics and more. The robots know nothing for BD100. And now look at what ‘Cambridge Analytica’ itself promises, Missing Pets on its website. “We have up to 5,000 data points on over 230 million individual American consumers. By combining these data assets with your own customer data as well as a proprietary research instrument, we build custom target audiences, which enable us to engage, persuade, and motivate individuals to act”. They can build custom audiences, they say. And to build them, if they obtain data through unscrupulous means, from companies like Facebook, whom should we blame? This organization? Or Facebook? Or both? Or ourselves? Who betrayed our trust? We may not know the answer, yet. 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Misleading or biased information of political nature is being spread by governments which are investing in these data companies. Governments and organizations are on the one hand using data, of our behavioural patterns, to attack our minds. And on the other hand, promising us that our data is completely secure. Edward Snowden steals data and he is called a criminal. Mark Zuckerberg allows data to be sold, and he is declared the ‘Man of the Year’. That’s what some Internet memes in cyberspace now say. 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The veteran from South Africa has an experience of fighting 22 fights and is one of the pioneers from the region. The signing of Opperman marks the fourth athlete signed from South Africa. He will be competing in the middleweight Gesias Cavalcante division and facing Bruno Assis from Brazil. Bruno is also fighting his first Manama Welterweight Championship with Brave and is training at BH eteran mixed martial and Titan FC Lightweight Rhinos for the fight. artist, Gesias Cavalcante Championship. Brave Combat Federation hasV confirmed that he will “I am excited to be fighting has expanded the roaster to 170 compete at the eleventh edition in Brazil for the first time. athletes from 151 athletes after the of Brave Combat Federation I thank Brave Combat massive success of Brave 10: The hosted in Brazil. Federation for making this Kingdom Rises hosted in . The event will take place at possible. The Kingdom of The inclusion of athletes Brave 11, in Belo Horizonte, Bahrain has created a definite from Africa has also boosted the on April 13th. In his first-ever impact across the world with popularity of the Bahrain based professional fight in Brazil, Brave Combat Federation. promotion leading to the latest Cavalcante will compete This has changed the combat contract for broadcasting the against Erivan Pereira. sports industry and has event live exclusively to 53 nations Cavalcante had held multiple provided an opportunity for in African continent. championships in his career athletes to compete across the Michiel Opperman including Shooto Americas world,” said Gesias. BOC signs PKF Al Bassam, Talal Abu Ghazaleh deals DT News Network financial and administrative Manama regulations being enforced he Bahrain Olympic at the Olympic Committee, Committee (BOC) and put them up for public yesterdayT signed double tender and select the most deals with Talal Abu appropriate bids based on Ghazaleh & Co. and PKF Al their reputation in the field Bassam & Al Nemer at the of competence. committee premises in Seef. He said he looks forward The agreements were for these two agreements to hand the accounting would contribute to records of the BOC, sports ensure smooth operation associations and Bahrain- of all the procedures, based GCC Sport Organising data and financial flows Committees to PKF Al in accordance with the Bassam & Al Nemer, while Financial Regulations auditing company Talal Abu of the Bahrain Olympic Ghazaleh has been assigned Committee and the sports to check on the accounts. federations. BOC general secretary On their part, Halim and Abdulrahman Askar Da’asan expressed their was presents to sign both gratitude and appreciation accounts, which were to the Bahrain Olympic attended by Majed Haleem Committee and wished their of PKF Al Bassam & Al partnerships to be fruitful, Nemer, and Talal Abu and help the committee Abdulrahman Askar with Hani Ghazaleh & Co. senior audit in conducting its financial Da’asan after signing the agreement Abdulrahman Askar with Majed Haleem manager Hani Da’asan. procedures in accordance with Talal Abu Ghazaleh & Co. of PKF Al Bassam & Al Nemer Askar said the agreements with the financial were in accordance with the regulations. 8 BUSINESS Friday, March 23, 2018 Bahrain Insurance okays 100pc bonus shares, 25pc dividend Manama hareholders of Bahrain Kuwait Insurance SCompany approved recommendation to distribute a cash dividend of 25 per cent (BD 1,786,539) of the paid up capital, excluding treasury shares, and a 100pc bonus shares. Subsequently, the paid up capital of the company will be increased to BD 14,300,000. While the Extraordinary General Meeting approved Ebrahim Al Rayes, Chief Murad Ali Murad , COUNTRY/CURRENCIES BUY SELL to increase the authorized Executive Officer capital from BD 10 million to Chairman AUSTRALIA 0.2967 0.2943 BD 20 million. BANGLADESH 0.00472 0.00452 The decision were taken its leading position in the have been affected this year the Kingdom of Bahrain but CANADA 0.2961 0.2929 during its Annual General insurance market in the due to the increase in the also across the region. DENMARK 0.0652 EGYPT 0.0237 0.0219 Meeting for the financial year Kingdom of Bahrain. volume of claims. Looking ahead, Alrayes EURO 0.4698 0.4673 2017, held at the Company During the year 2017, The first quarter of 2017 hopes that the year 2018 HONGKONG 0.04968 0.04928 Head office in Seef District, Bahrain Kuwait Insurance witnessed some major claims would be better than the year INDIA 0.00592 0.00583 yesterday. Company has been able to in fire and general accidents 2017 in terms of increased 0.00002979 0.00002805 The Company at the end of acquire 67.28pc in Takaful department as well as in the production and increased TUMAN 0.00010959 the year achieved a net profit International (TIC) after marine department which control of claims, which IRAQI DINAR 0.000317 of BD 2.6 million as compared buying the 22.75pc stake from had a significant impact on would enable the company JAPAN 0.00370 0.003630 to BD 2.9 million in 2016. Bahrain Islamic Bank and a the overall increase in loss to achieve the anticipated JORDAN 0.5359 0.5351 Earnings per share (EPS) at subsequent buying of 3.6pc ratio. At the end of the year, growth in profits. KOREA 0.00040215 the end of the current year shares through mandatory technical profit amounted to He added that the company KUWAIT 1.263 1.264 stood at 36 fils compared with offer which contributed to BD 1.17 million as compared is currently taking advantage 0.0983 0.0983 40 fils in 2016. The Return on increase its total premiums to BD 1.76 million in 2016. of the steady technological NEW ZEALAND 0.2744 0.2745 Equity (ROE) recorded was from BD 42.1 million in 2016 During the year, an additional development through the NORWAY 0.0509 7.5pc compared to 8.5pc in to BD 59.5 million in 2017. provision of BD 643,000 digital transformation of NEPAL 0.00395 0.00362 The financial statements of was made by the Company insurance services and the 0.98168 0.98301 2016. PAKISTAN 0.00345 0.00333 Murad Ali Murad – the Bahrain Kuwait Insurance towards incurred but not creation of other electronic PHILIPPINES 0.00747 0.00725 Chairman said that in the Company were presented reported losses (IBNR). Net channels - such as the QATAR 0.10381 0.10404 year 2017, the company has at a consolidated level at 31 Investment Income decreased application of the smartphone 0.1006 0.10067 been able to overcome the December 2017 for the first by 9pc from BD 1.75 million - which will contribute SINGAPORE 0.2904 0.2884 challenges and achieved time. in 2016 to BD 1.6 million effectively to promote sales SOUTH AFRICA 0.03290 0.03280 the anticipated growth in Ebrahim Alrayes – the CEO in 2017 due to fluctuating and communication with 0.00273 0.00242 premiums and maintains said that the technical profits capital markets not only in customers. SWEDISH 0.0490 SWITZERLAND 0.4033 0.4003 SYRIA 0.001740 0.0017 TAIWAN 0.013600 THAILAND 0.012270 0.012260 0.1014 Court says dead man can UNITED KINGDOM 0.5383 0.5354 0.102850 0.102870 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 0.37790 0.37800 YUAN 0.056800 0.056800 get driving license back Rates are for indication purpose only. For firm rates or for currencies not listed above please call Bahrain Financing Company. Telephone: 17228888, Website: www.bfc.com.bh Bucharest month lost their appeal. ays after one Romanian court Local lawyer Gianina Porosnicu, a told a man he was officially dead traffic law specialist, told the Mediafax Ddespite evidence to the contrary, agency that “cases like this may seem another court has declared that a odd or even sinister,” and blamed “a man who was truly dead could get his legal void.” COUNTRY 1 US DLR 1 UK STG 1 SFR 100 YEN driving license back. In an almost opposite situation last A court in the northern city of Iasi week, a Romanian man who had been BAHRAIN 0.3770 0.5738 0.3953 0.3560 on Thursday confirmed that officially declared dead lost his bid to KUWAIT 0.2855 30.2373 0.2994 0.2696 Vasiliu should have his license returned have his death certificate canceled. and be reimbursed a fine he paid Constantin Reliu, a 63-year-old cook, OMAN 0.3849 0.3670 0.4036 0.3634 for speeding. Vasiliu was fined and returned from Turkey in January and QATAR 3.6420 3.4730 3.8192 3.4388 temporarily lost his license in March found out that his wife had declared UAE 3.6730 3.5026 3.8517 3.4680 2017, but appealed the punishment in him dead. Reliu tried to get his death court and won an interim ruling. certificate overturned in court, but his SAUDI 3.7500 3.5760 3.9325 3.5407 He died in October, before the ruling appeal was rejected because his request Constantin Reliu speaks to media was final. Police still appealed, but this was filed “too late.” (AP)

9 Friday, March 23, 2018

Celebrating Pakistan Day ven though they Club Bahrain are celebrating Pakistan during the transition of Pakistan. The President of news media in all over the the President of Pakistan are away from Pakistan’s National Day of the Dominion of Pakistan Pakistan is usually the Chief country. Pakistan military and are held early in the their home with national zeal and to the Islamic Republic of Guest; also the attended in inter-services also shows morning. After the parade, country, Pakistani enthusiasm. Pakistan on 23 March 1956 public are Prime Minister a glance of its power and the President confers national nationals living Pakistan Day or Pakistan making Pakistan the world’s of Pakistan alongside the capabilities during this awards and medals on the in the Kingdom of Bahrain Resolution Day is a first Islamic republic. A Cabinet ministers, military parade. awardees at the Presidency. haveE an opportunity to national holiday in Pakistan Republic Day parade by the chiefs of staff, and chairman The celebrations regarding Wreaths are also laid at the celebrate their country’s commemorating the Lahore armed forces is often part of joint chiefs. the holiday include a full mausoleums of Muhammad National Day with full Resolution passed on 23 the celebrations. A full inter-services joint military and civilian parade Iqbal and Muhammad fervour today. The Pakistan March 1940 and the adoption The main celebration is military parade is rehearsed in the capital, Islamabad. Ali Jinnah founder of Embassy and the Pakistan of the first constitution of held in Islamabad, the capital and broadcast live by the These are presided by Pakistan. 10 Friday, March 23, 2018 istan da DT NEWS pak y PAKISTAN DAY SPECIAL

arch 23rd is an important landmark in the history of our nation. I warmly felicitate the nation on this auspicious occasion. It was on this day in 1940 when the historic Lahore Resolution was passed which united the Muslims of the sub-continent for a greater objective. MToday, we pay homage to the Father of the Nation Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Poet Philosopher Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal and the other great leaders of the freedom movement who paved the way for the creation of Pakistan through their valiant struggle, determination and unparalleled sacrifices. This day is also a vivid reminder that Pakistan was established through a democratic struggle; and that democracy is key to the continued development and stability of the country. It is therefore imperative that democratic values are promoted so that tolerance, forbearance and harmony flourishes in the society and we are able to address the current challenges afflicting us. Terrorism and militancy in the region during the last few decades have adversely affected Pakistan. The Pakistani nation has faced these challenges with unity and resilience. And this is enabling us to dismantle the last remaining remnants of militancy and usher in a new era of economic prosperity. The Pakistan Economic Corridor and other mega development projects are a testimony to this reality. Let us once again today reiterate our resolve to take Pakistan to the heights of glory as envisioned by our forefathers. I pray to Allah Almighty to grant us the strength to serve our great country with sincerity and lead Pakistan on the path to even greater progress and prosperity. Mamnoon Hussain Shahid Khaqan Abbasi Mamnoon Hussain, Pakistan’s President Pakistan’s Prime Minister President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan istan da Friday, March 23, 2018 11 PAKISTAN DAY SPECIAL pak y DT NEWS

ri Lankan President, Maithripala friendship and ties. The president will Sirisena has arrived in Pakistan also hold discussions with President Son a three-day official visit. Governor Mamnoon Hussain and Prime Minister Sindh Muhammad Zubair received him Shahid Khaqan Abbasi during his visit to at Karachi airport yesterday afternoon. Islamabad. Maithripala Sirisena will be the Guest of The two countries will also discuss Honour on Pakistan Day parade. economic, trade and educational This is the first time a Sri Lankan leader relations. Pakistan and Sri Lanka will sign received such an invitation to be the chief four agreements related to foreign service guest on the national day of Pakistan, training, education and tourism, during and it reflects the strength of bilateral the president’s visit. Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena arriving in Pakistan

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night to realize a separate to me to be the final destiny to two different religions, nations. Tolerance and unity Past. We faced a prolonged homeland for Muslims of of the Muslims, at least in philosophies, social customs should be the hallmark of our war against the militants the Subcontinent where they North-West India. and literature.... It is quite society. and terrorist. This menace could live their lives according It was this direction which clear that Hindus and Muslims I am glad to state that the of evil had tarnished our to their religious believes and the Pakistan Movement derive their inspiration members of the Pakistani national image. Innocent convictions. needed. Under the platform from different sources of community living and people, women and children The idea of a separate of All India Pakistan Muslim history. They have different working in this beautiful were their targets. We lost homeland for the Muslim League, the Muslims of epics, different heroes and kingdom of Bahrain are thousands of people in the of the subcontinent was subcontinent doubled their different episodes.... To yoke contributing to the peace, war against terror. However, conceived and envisioned by efforts with a fresh vigour together two such nations progress and prosperity of the government of Pakistan Poet of the East Dr Allama under the leadership of our under a single state, one as a both Bahrain and Pakistan. with the help of its people Muhammad Iqbal during the father of the nation Quaid-e- numerical minority and the They are many successful and the valiant armed forces annual meeting of All India Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah other as a majority must lead entrepreneurs, businessmen, of Pakistan fought bravely Muslim League December towards achieving the goal of a to growing discontent and industrialists, bankers, against these forces of 29, 1930. Sir Muhammad separate independent state for final destruction of any fabric engineers and teachers in extremism and radicalism in t is with great pleasure Iqbal said in his Presidential the Muslims for Subcontinent that may be so built up for the our community. They are the country. Alhamdullilah, that on this auspicious address that he would like in the form of Pakistan. government of such a state. our real heroes. They are our Pakistan has reversed the tide occasionI of the National Day to see Punjab, North-West The hapless and oppressed On 23 March 1940, at assets and their services are of terrorism and defeated of Pakistan, I wish to express Frontier Province now Muslims of the subcontinent Lahore the Muslim League appreciated and recognized them by restoring peace in the my heartfelt felicitations to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh offered enormous sacrifices formally committed itself at all levels. They act as a country. These terrorists are our Pakistani compatriots and Balochistan amalgamated towards the realization of this to creating an independent bridge which connects the two on the run and they had no who are working and living into a single state. Self- goal. Muslim state, including Sindh, societies. place to hide in the country. in this beautiful Kingdom of government within the British While addressing the Punjab, Baluchistan, the I on befall of the Pakistan and Bahrain Bahrain. This day reminds Empire or without the British annual conference, Quaid- North West Frontier Province government of Pakistan, our have traditionally enjoyed us of the valiant struggle of Empire, the formation of a e-AZAM Muhammad Ali and Bengal, that would be community living in Bahrain excellent bilateral relations our forefathers and political consolidated North-West Jinnah said that Hindus “wholly autonomous and and Embassy of Pakistan and since the establishment of leaders who worked day and Indian Muslim state appears and the Muslims belong sovereign”. The resolution it staff are extremely grateful diplomatic relations. High- guaranteed protection for and appreciate the efforts of level exchanges are a hallmark non-Muslim religions. The the government of Kingdom of our friendly relations. The resolution proved to be a of Bahrain under the government of Pakistan lays red-letter day in the annals leadership of His Majesty King special emphasis on further of history which changed Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, developing these relations the course of the history. It His Royal Highness Prime in all fields of life including galvanized the Muslims of Minister Prince Khalifa trade, commerce and politics. the subcontinent towards bin Salman Al-Khalifa and It is the mutual desire of the their aim of a separate His Royal Highness Crown leadership to further deepen homeland where they could Prince Salman bin Hamad cooperation in the fields of live in peace and harmony Al-Khalifa in looking after the economy, trade, science and without the distinction of welfare and well-being of the technology, culture and sports race, colour and religion. Pakistani community. I would and various other fields. It is now binding upon also call upon our community I am confident that the us to uphold the noble to respect the local laws and be bilateral relations between ideals of our forefathers of a source of strength and asset Pakistan and Bahrain shall maintaining unity among to further bilateral relations continue to grow from our ranks and strive for a between the two brotherly strength to strength in future. better future. Let’s work counties. 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With top notes of laid its footprint in the beauty packaging. apple, cinnamon and bergamot market and today has over 100 Asgharali has been a a mesmerizing fragrance of retail and franchise outlets and competitive fragrance house freshness and citrusy making it over 40 distributors worldwide with its fine signature of all the more masculine. in regions from Eastern Europe traditional Arabian, Oriental While, shifting to a woody, to South America. istan da Friday, March 23, 2018 13 PAKISTAN DAY SPECIAL pak y DT NEWS

Qari Sami Rahman, Pakistan School Board Chairman

he genesis of Pakistan different countries. data compilation. School goes back to Pakistan School has laid An internal educational theT 60s when the leading down a well-defined and quality assurance system has visionary members of the practical network of extra and been introduced to ensure community realized the need co-curricular activities for the dynamic and resourceful for a schooling system for personality and the character classroom teaching, in line Congratulations & Best Wishes their children, leading to building of students. These with BQA (Bahrain Quality the establishment of a small activities are conducted on Assurance Authority) to the Government & People of Pakistan primary school in 1968 in a inter-class, inter-house requirements. & the Pakistani Community in Bahrain rented building in Fariq Fadil and inter-school levels. Solid academic planning area of Manama. Pakistani students have been and performance have led on the auspicious occasion of Pakistan Day After a few years, the school performing tremendously to an increase in admissions from the Board of Management, Staff and Students of was upgraded to secondary in the Bahrain level sports, resulting in the construction level education following academic and cultural of eight new academic Pakistan School, Bahrain affiliation with the Federal activities. classrooms. Board, Islamabad, Pakistan. Under the able leadership, Pakistan School has In 1984, the new campus Pakistan school has covered earned a name of its own for of the Pakistan School was many distinctive landmarks participation in the national, constructed in Isa Town, over the last years in academic cultural and social festivals which was inaugurated by and administrative areas. to strengthen the bond of His Royal Highness Prince Pakistan School’s Federal its deep love and affiliation Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Board results have shown with Bahrain. Students who Crown Prince, Deputy consistent and impressive excel in the Board exams are Supreme Commander and improvements over the last awarded scholarships, while First Deputy Premier. two years and the school the school spends thousands Two new blocks, Jinnah financial status is now reliable of Bahraini Dinars for fee Block and Sir Sayyed Block and stable. concession to support the were constructed in the Isa The school transport most deserving students. town campus, between 1994- system has been reorganized The sole aim of Pakistan 95. and improved to ensure school is to create a new Today Pakistan school smooth and safe travelling generation inculcating has two wings, Manama for students and the tally in them qualities needed (Primary) and the main integrated web school to be visionaries to lead campus Isa Town. Besides system has been introduced their country in the future. Pakistanis, the school is to enhance performance in Pakistan Day celebrations delivering education to more the spheres of academics, are being planned on a grand than 2600 students from 14 administration and student scale in the school. 14 Friday, March 23, 2018 istan da DT NEWS pak y PAKISTAN DAY SPECIAL

Pakistan Club to Celebrate Pakistan Day with traditional fervour

he Pakistan Club Bahrain is celebrating Pakistan’s NationalT Day with national Thank You Pakistan zeal and enthusiasm. The Pakistan Club is one of the oldest and thriving Today and always community platforms since 1948 and has chalked out a Congratulations to Pakistani community series of events starting with the flag hoisting ceremony on in Kingdom of Bahrain the 23rd morning which is expected to attend by over 500 community members. The Pakistani nation is celebrating the 78th anniversary of the adoption of Pakistan Resolution passed Engr. Rehan Ahmed Muhammad Afzal Bhatti on March 23, 1940, with (Chairman) (Vice-Chairman) traditional zeal and zest. On this historic day, the Muslims said that celebrations of Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa of the sub-continent gathered such national events are an and Crown Prince, Deputy in Lahore under the inspiring opportunity to renew our Supreme Commander and leadership of Quaid-e-Azam pledge to serve our beloved First Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ali Jinnah and country honestly, diligently HRH Prince Salman bin adopted a Resolution, which and working hand in hand Hamad Al Khalifa and the changed the course of history. with all national institutions people of Bahrain for their H.E. Mr Murad Al Wazir, and private sector for continuous support to the Pakistani Actg. Ambassador the development of the Pakistan community. We are will be the Chief Guest at the nation. proud of our fraternal ties flag hoisting ceremony which “We at the Pakistan club with the people of Kingdom will be attended by prominent will continue to provide of Bahrain and these ties will community members, all possible assistance and continue to strengthen and businessmen, senior officials help to our community grow as the time passes.” and students. members to solve their day Pakistan and Bahrain enjoy The Pakistan Club will to day problems. Numerous fraternal ties and the bilateral be organizing and hosting activities and programs for relations have entered into a grand celebration on 23rd the benefit of the community a new era of progress and March at the Club premises members are being planned, development, thanks to the featuring Pakistan School with some already hosted. leadership of both countries. tableaus and national songs The entire focus is to Eng. Rehan Ahmed urged (Since 1948) marking the Pakistan Day energize our community the community to continue and a special poetry session for positive actions, create to play a pivotal role in the to show the solidarity with the platforms of interactions and development of the Kingdom people and nation. commemorate important of Bahrain. “I pray to Allah The Chairman Pakistan milestones of our national Almighty for the well- Engr. Rehan Ahmed (Chairman) Club Engr Rehan Ahmed history”, he added. being and prosperity of the P. O. Box 118 Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain, Tel: 17258520 in a statement extended his “We thank his Majesty King leadership and people of felicitations to the community Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Pakistan and the Kingdom of Email: [email protected] members in Bahrain and Prime Minister HRH Prince Bahrain”. istan da Friday, March 23, 2018 15 PAKISTAN DAY SPECIAL pak y DT NEWS Pakistan: Moving towards

Ambassador Javed Malik, Pakistan’s Progress Special Envoy based in GCC s Pakistan moves towards give you a series of reasons growth, and today due to the Art, Culture and Sport clearly hands of friendship towards stability and progress, the why he strongly believes meaningful steps being taken visible in our social fabric. all its neighbours as we firmly Acelebrations of our national that Pakistan is truly making by our government, armed The government remains believe in maintaining cordial day become even more remarkable progress in every forces and law enforcing determined to improve the life relations with all nations of the jubilant. While it is true that sphere. agencies, the law and order of its citizens and empower world on principles of mutual National days are moments of Despite challenges, situation has improved. them through education respect and dignity. celebration, I have always felt Pakistan’s government and all This is the main reason why and employment. There is Today, Pakistan is playing that the level of celebrations relevant state institutions have Pakistan’s financial capital a clear commitment towards a vital role in international usually reflect the sense of put into place the environment Karachi is now hustling and education and improving diplomacy and contributing national pride that a citizen that is leading our country bustling with activity. This literacy, and towards creating to peacekeeping efforts of feels towards their nation. Let slowly but surely towards is a real achievement, and equal opportunities for all the United Nations globally. me assure you that if you ask its rightful glory. Everyone everyone who lives in Karachi segments of society including We remain committed to “As we any Pakistani today, he will would agree that a politically would agree. Just like Karachi women and minorities who sustainable development goals not only be full of this sense of more stable Pakistan would all our cities are becoming are all given a level playing of the United Nations and play celebrate our national pride, he would also pave the way for economic more safe and vibrant with field. Pakistan has extended our effective and positive role in the comity of nations. National Day We strongly believe we remember in expanding our trade “The government remains determined to improve and creating a favourable our founding environment for investment, the life of its citizens and empower them through and we take pride in the fact fathers, and education and employment” that according to independent analysts, Pakistan is position pay tribute itself as an emerging economy that offers attractive to their opportunities for investment struggle, their and trade. It is evident from the emergence of China– leadership, Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is emerging as a and vision landmark project in Pakistan’s economic and trade history to making which will make Pakistan a global hub of trade and a moderate, business for the region. progressive So, as we celebrate our National Day we also and remember our founding fathers and pay tribute to their democratic struggle, and their leadership. We reiterate our commitment Pakistan” to their vision to making a moderate, progressive and democratic Pakistan which principles of Unity, Faith and provides every citizen with Discipline that have been equal opportunities. taught to us by the father of Every Pakistani believes our nation, Quaid-e-Azam that if we truly want to Muhammad Ali Jinnah. contribute towards Pakistan’s I wish all Pakistanis inside journey towards greatness and outside Pakistan, a Very we must always adhere to the Happy National Day.

Ambassador Javed Malik is Pakistan’s Special Envoy based in GCC. He previously served as Pakistan’s Ambassador to Muhammad Afzal Bhatti, Vice - Chairman Pakistan Club, arranged a Lunch in the honour of Zafar Malik, Ex-Vice Principal Bahrain. He can be reached Twitter @JavedMalik Global Institute, at K Hotel, Juffair. Prominent business community members joined this lunch. 16 Friday, March 23, 2018 istan da DT NEWS pak y PAKISTAN DAY SPECIAL

llah has blessed Pakistan with immense beauty. Pakistan has some of the world’s most beautiful places to be seen, especially in its northern areas and in the Kashmir region. These parts are known for its sky-high mountains, lush green valleys, mighty rivers, beautiful lakes, and amazing wildlife. The Paradise on Earth Mini Switzerland ‘Swat Valley’ and Mountain Kingdom ‘Hunza valley’ are the major tourist attractions in Pakistan. All these places are the real natural blessings of the world. Below is an account of some Aof the best places to visit in Pakistan.

Naltar valley Opposite to the Keran sector of Indian-held Kashmir. From It is famous for its colourful lakes, the Chella Bandi Bridge – just north of Azaad Kashmir’s it is situated at a drive of 2.5 hours capital Muzaffarabad – to Tau Butt, a valley stretches from Gilgit. World’s tastiest pota- out for 240 kilometres; it is known as the Neelum In the extreme north of Pakistan, toes are cultivated here. Covered Valley (literally, the Blue Gem Valley).Neelum is the central valley of Gilgit-, is an with pine trees, this valley doesn’t one of the most beautiful valleys of Azad Kashmir, epitome of beauty, serenity and wilderness. seem to be a part of this world. and it hosts several brooks, freshwater streams, After Jaglot on the Karakoram Highway, a If you really want to experi- forests, lush green mountains, and a river. Here, narrow road turns towards Skardu. During ence paradise in this world, you see cataracts falling down the mountains; the seven-hour journey, one is greeted with you should visit Naltar least their milky-white waters flowing over the roads several streams, springs, and the hospitality of the local people. After crossing the old wooden once. This place will make and splashing against the rocks, before commin- gling with the muddy waters of River Neelum. bridge built over the River Indus, one reaches you fall in love with it. Shangrila, a paradise on earth for tourists. It is a famous tourist spot in Skardu, which is about 25 Gojal Valley minutes away by drive. Restaurant in Shangrila The Gojal Valley borders China rest house is the highlight of this place, which is and Afghanistan, with its bor- built in the structure of an aircraft. der meeting the Chinese bor- der at Khunjerab — 15,397 feet above sea level — and remains covered with snow all year long. In the North West, there is Chiporsun, whose bor- der touches the Wakhan region of Afghanistan. Wakhan is about six square miles in area, after which starts Tajikistan. The Karakoram Highway which connects Pakistan to China also passes through Gojal Valley and enters China at Khunjerab. Deosai Plains Ayun and Bamburet Valley Deosai is located on the boundary of the Karakoram and Ayun district is a village of Chitral. Located 12 kilometres south the western Himalayas, and at no point, it is less than Shogran had seen an of the city at the confluence of the River Bamburet. There are 4000 meters above sea level. It remains covered with influx of tourists, who no words to describe the beauty of the mountains surrounding snow for 8 months. The rest of the year, it hosts a range trampled over its beauty, the village. Beyond Ayun valley is Bamburet Valley, it is one of White Palace Marghazar is the of beautiful flowers of all hues and colours, but not a leaving it jaded. Siri Paye, the three Kalash valleys. Bamburet is a nearly two-hour journey from Chitral. Locals trace their roots to Alexander the Great and only breathtaking location in single tree is found in this plateau spread over 3000 sq. nonetheless, still retains the Swat district that’s situated km. Sheosar Lake is also part of this. This lake is one of its strong attraction for Greece. Bamburet valley is a picturesque valley with lush green- the highest lakes in the world. The deep blue water, with tourists as a green pla- ery and mountains that give you a sense of calm and solitude. at a distance of around 12 km snow-covered mountains in the backdrop, and greenery teau on top of the Hindu from the city of Mingora. Not with wildflowers in foreground offer such a view in sum- Kush. Engulfed in clouds Ghanche District, Gilgit–Baltistan only do tourists visit Marghazar mers, that one is left amused for the rest of his life. and fog more often than Gilgit-Baltistan’s Ghanche district stands almost aloof with for its natural beauty and not, it entices many as a its beautiful valleys and settlements inhabited by the most pleasant weather but also to rendezvous which allows hospitable locals and river irrigated lands. The central location visit the historic White Palace one to observe Nature in the district is Khaplu, which is a beautiful landscape with play peek-a-boo. Here, high summits, flowing blue waters and waterfalls. The people (1941), built during the era you see numerous small of this small settlement on the bank of River Shyok, are warm of Swat state. After the White ponds filled with fresh- and loving, as they were centuries before. Going a little ahead Palace was constructed on the water, meet horse-riders from Khaplu, the curvy road takes one to the delta of River directives of the founder of wandering about, and Shyok, where it splits up, flowing through the gravel filled river modern Swat state, Miangul smell wild yellow flowers plain. The Peak of Mashabrum Mountain can also be seen in Abdul Wadood also known blooming everywhere. the backdrop. as Badshah Sahab, Marghazar With the Makra Peak set as a backdrop, the became the capital of Swat beauty of the Siri Paye state during summer season. meadows comes to life. Even today, after seven dec- Rama Meadow The princely state in Punjab boasts a treasure of historic ades, White Palace remains Just a little ahead of Rama Village, which is 11 kilometres from , is a beautiful and buildings, monuments and parks that many have never an attraction for tourists. The serene plain called Rama Meadow. heard of. Bahawalpur – a city located along the left bank Palace doesn’t just look beau- If you ever happen to find yourself in plain, ice-cold and milk-white water flowing in of the River. Along with desert areas, Bahawalpur is tiful in summer; even during streams, sheep and cows grazing in peace, pine trees, Chongra’s ice-covered peak in known as the land of lush gardens that soothe your eyes winter it remains enchanting the background, and Nanga Parbat’s southern ridge are in view, then you are probably whereas the splendour palaces don’t fail to impress you. in Rama Meadow. especially after snowfall. Tuesday, January 30, 2018 16 Friday, March 23, 2018 17 [email protected] www.newsofbahrain.com 17579914 38444692 ClassifiedsReaching the right audience

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Los Angeles inger Liam Payne says he and his former partnerS singer Cheryl have to struggle at times to keep their relationship afloat but they go through them together as a family. Payne, 24, and Cheryl, 34, have been in a relationship for two years and have a 1-year-old son Bear together. Payne believes their relationship works because they both have similar careers and understand what it is like to live life in the spotlight, reports femalefirst.co.uk. (IANS)

Los Angeles Michelle Monaghan ctor Tye Sheridan says Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg had a very clear vision about what he wants to portray in sci-fi action adventure A“Ready Player One”. March 23, 1976 “Steven was always very engaged with us and clear about his vision. It was so helpful for us to be on the same page with him and to know exactly what he wanted,” Sheridan said in a statement. Model-turned-actress who has appeared in Eagle Eye, Kiss “The entire experience was incredible. I learned so much,” he added. Kiss Bang Bang, Pixels, Mission: Impossible III and Mission: The Warner Bros Pictures project is based on Ernest Cline’s similarly titled Impossible - Ghost Protocol. She also played Maggie Hart in bestseller. (IANS) the first season of the HBO series True Detective. Friday, March 23, 2018 21 Police load Mark a #PollToday Conditt’s vehicle onto a Panic as crocodile blocks flatbed trailer in Round Rock, Texas, after the hospital entrance bombing suspect blew Harare rise in recent weeks due to himself up. ildlife authorities in heavy rain. Austin Zimbabwe shot dead “We received a report aW large crocodile that strayed on Tuesday from Hwange Do you think Social media websites and other online into the northern town of where a crocodile was seen portals, where we enter our Hwange and blocked entry in the residential area and we personal data, should keep them to a hospital, an official said had to put it down because securely? yesterday. it had become a threat to bomb Yes No Cant Say The crocodile took up human life,” Farawo told position outside the main AFP. gate to St Patrick’s hospital “Because of the rains we and charged at anyone trying have been receiving, we have to enter or leave, creating had several reports of people panic among residents, local attacked by crocodiles.” suspect media reported. The crocodile was outside “Russia staged a brazen and Parks and wildlife the hospital in Hwange for reckless attack against the authority spokesman about two hours on Tuesday United Kingdom. It’s clear that Tinashe Farawo confirmed evening, attracting a large the Russian threat does not the incident, adding that crowd of onlookers, before it respect borders and indeed crocodile attacks were on the was shot. (AFP) left video the incident in Salisbury was a pattern of Russian aggression against Europe and its near neighbours.” Theresa May 6 dead in Czech refinery blast confession British Prime Minister

Austin about hate. But instead it is the price. Police said that 18 killed in he Austin bombing the outcry of a very challenged as a Swat team closed in on Thai bus crash suspect recorded a lengthy young man talking about 23-year-old Conditt in the Tvideo confession, police said challenges in his personal life dark in the suburb of Round on Wednesday evening. that led him to this point.” Rock, he drove his SUV into a Brian Manley, the interim Manley said police had no ditch and detonated a device Austin police chief, said in a plans to release the video, inside his vehicle. news conference that before which they believe was made That the man is suspected Mark Conditt died after between 9pm and 11pm on of waging a serial bombing setting off an explosion in Tuesday, a couple of hours campaign using devices left Firefighters work at the scene of an explosion his car as officers closed in before the suspect’s death. He on doorsteps, shipped via Prague spokesman Pavel Kaidl on him, he made a 25-minute indicated the video suggested FedEx or placed in a quiet n explosion killed six said. “The situation is video, found on his phone Conditt planned to commit residential street with a At least 18 people died people at a refinery in under control and there is this morning, in which he more crimes, but Manley tripwire appeared to come as and 32 were injured in a Athe Czech Republic yesterday, no other danger. There was describes the differences declined to elaborate. a complete shock to those bus crash in northeastern rescue officials said. no leakage of dangerous between the explosive devices During a 19-day spell, who knew him best. Thailand. Two other people were substances.” in detail. police believe Conditt was His family issued a taken to hospital with serious The mayor of Kralupy told “I would classify this as a responsible for five explosions statement on Wednesday Sarkozy blasts injuries, a fire department Czech Television the blast confession,” Manley said. As that killed two people and saying they had “no idea of spokeswoman told Czech occurred during cleaning of to a motive, he added, “We injured five more. Another the darkness that Mark must ‘lack of evidence’ Television. the storage tank. Former French President are never going to able to device, a package bomb found have been in”. A police officer The blast occurred at Unipetrol had been Nicolas Sarkozy said there put a [rationale] behind these in a mail facility near the Texan guarded his parents’ well-kept Unipetrol’s plant in Kralupy preparing the refinery for is no evidence to support acts.” capital’s international airport, home in the Austin suburb of nad Vltavou about 30 km (19 maintenance and an upgrade allegations that he illegally However, Manley said, did not detonate. Pflugerville, where the annual miles) north of Prague. scheduled to run from March accepted money from late “He does not at all mention The sixth explosion was German festival Deutsche “There was an explosion 27 to May 9. The facility Libyan leader Muammar anything about terrorism nor fatal, too, but this time it Pfest is the main source of at the storage tank but no has an annual capacity of Gaddafi to finance his 2007 does he mention anything was the suspect who paid excitement. (theguardian) subsequent fire in the 3.2 million tonnes of oil. election campaign. Kralupy refinery,” Unipetrol (Reuters) Maldives lifts state of emergency Obama shares parenting Maldivian President Danish coroner says journalist Abdulla Yameen lifted a tips with New Zealand PM widely denounced state of likely strangled on submarine Emergency after a period of Auckland 45 days, stating that the situ- Copenhagen either strangulation, throat ew Zealand Prime ation in the atoll nation had coroner testified cutting or drowning,” she Minister Jacinda Ardern returned to normal. yesterday that Swedish said. Nreceived parenting tips from Ajournalist Kim Wall, who However, when asked by Barack Obama when she met Australia chopper crash died on Danish inventor Madsen’s lawyer Betina Hald the former US president in Peter Madsen’s submarine, Engmark whether Wall’s Auckland yesterday. kills 2 Americans was probably strangled or autopsy showed typical Ardern, who is expecting Two elderly American tour- had her throat cut, and was signs of strangulation (blood her first child in June, held ists have been killed in a hel- not killed in an accident as accumulation in the eyes, discussions with Obama after icopter crash at Australia’s Madsen claims. abrasions on the neck), the he received a traditional Maori Great Barrier Reef, despite Christina Jacobsen told coroner replied: “No.” welcome at Government onlookers’ desperate the Copenhagen district Madsen, who is charged House. Former US President Barack Obama meets with Prime Minister attempts to revive the pair. court there was no conclusive with premeditated murder, “I asked him about of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern in Auckland For more, catch us evidence to prove the cause sexual assault, and parenthood and he had tips have two children, Malia and politics. online at: of death beyond doubt. desecration of a corpse, that I will probably long Sasha. Obama is in New Zealand “What we think happened has changed his version of remember,” the centre-left Ardern said they also for a three-day trip centred on www.newsofbahrain.com is that the airways were events multiple times but has leader told reporters, without discussed the state of a corporate speaking function /nobonline totally or partially cut maintained her death was giving further details. progressive climate change organised by the NZ-US /newsofbahrain off. That would be due to accidental. 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Dominik Kellovsky (CZE) Jelle Sels (NED) Kanika Vaidya (IND)

Nastja Kolar (SLO) Patrik RIKL (CZE) Tereza Mihallova (SVK)

DT News Network to win both the singles and Thursday night, played in and Riccardo Maiga. in the doubles come to a of Zimbabwe and Emily Manama doubles titles. Kellovsky was front of a packed crowd. “It’s been a really good disappointing end, after it Webley-Smith of Great ominik Kellovsky of the victorious in both draws Kellovsky punched his tournament for me and I will began with a stunning first- Britain in the final. Bhunu Czech Republic remained yesterday, and today will have ticket to the Men’s Singles just try to keep winning as round knockout of the top and Webley-Smith cruised Din a unique position following the opportunity to secure his semi-finals after beating much as I can,” said Kellovsky, seeds. past Rebecca Gustafson a thrilling fourth day of play first crown. Vladyslav Orlov of Ukraine who is currently ranked 957th In the Men’s Singles, of Sweden and Varvara in the Bahrain ITF Futures Meanwhile, fan favourites 6-3, 6-2. He then teamed in the world. third seed Jelle Sels of the Kuznetsova 6-1, 6-2. Tennis Tournament 2018 at Marian Jade Capadocia of up with countryman Marek Kellovsky and Gengel Netherlands led his match In the Women’s Singles, top Bahrain Tennis Club (BTC) the Philippines and Fatma Al Gengel and, as Men’s Doubles next take on the American against fifth seed Lukas seed Quirine Lemoine of the in Juffair. Nabhani of Oman claimed a second seeds, proceeded on to pair of Robert Galloway and Ollert 6-1, 3-0 when his Netherland led four seeded The 21-year- old is now berth in the Women’s Doubles qualify for the final with a 6-3, Anderson Reed in the Men’s German opponent was players into their semi-finals. the only player left in the final following a thrilling 6-4 triumph over the Italian- Doubles final. Before that, forced to retire. Maiga Also winners were third seed competition with a chance victory in the last contest of Swiss pair of Claudio Fortuna however, Kellovsky will face advanced after getting the Nastja Kolar of Slovenia, Maiga again, this time better of American Robert fourth seed Mihalikova and in the Singles final four, Galloway 6-4, 6-2 in their eighth seed Vaidya. FULL RESULTS: and he remains upbeat head-to- head affair. Rikl Lemoine beat seventh- Men’s Singles: heading into both ties made it through but needed seeded Webley-Smith to Patrik Rikl (CZE)-7 beat Thomas Colautti (GBR) 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 even with the matches three sets to defeat unseeded advance, while Kolar defeated Jelle Sels (NED)-3 beat Lukas Ollert (GER)-5 6-1, 3-0 Ret. getting tougher by the Briton Thomas Colautti 4-6, Slovakia’s Viktoria Morvayova Dominik Kellovsky (CZE) beat Vladyslav Orlov (UKR) 6-3, 6-2 day. 6-3, 6-3 in an exciting two- and Mihalikova beat Omani Riccardo Maiga (SUI) beat Robert Galloway (USA) 6-4, 6-2 Kellovsky had hour encounter. Rikl and fifth seed Fatma Al Nabhani. already won in Bahrain Sels now face off in the other Vaidya had the big upset as Women’s Singles: in the past, taking the mouth- watering Men’s she took down second seed Quirine Lemoine (NED)-1 beat Emily Webley-Smith (GBR)-7 6-2, 6-3 doubles title in the 2015 Singles semi-final. Ana Veselinovic 6-4, 6-4 in a Nastja Kolar (SLO)-3 beat Viktoria Morvayova (SVK) 6-3, 6-4 tournament, and hopes In the Women’s Doubles, tough clash. Kanika Vaidya (IND)-8 beat Ana Veselinovic (MNE)-2 6-4, 6-4 to go one even better this the popular pairing of Lemoine and Kolar face Tereza Mihalikova (SVK)-4 beat Fatma Al Nabhani (OMA)-5 6-1, 6-4 time around. Capadocia and Al Nabhani off in one semi-final, while Galloway and Reed claimed a berth in the title Vaidya and Mihalikova battle Men’s Doubles: booked their seats in the match after battling from a in the other. Robert Galloway (USA)/Anderson Reed (USA) beat Ondrej Krstev (CZE)/Patrik Rikl (CZE) 6-4, 6-2 doubles championship set down to upset the second- The doubles title matches Marek Gengel (CZE)/Dominik Kellovsky (CZE)-2 beat Claudio Fortuna (ITA)/Riccardo Maiga (SUI) 6-3, 6-4 match following a 6-4, seeded Indian pair of Kanika on Friday are scheduled to 6-2 win over Kellovsky’s Vaidya and Zeel Desai 3-6, begin no earlier than 5.30pm. Women’s Doubles: compatriots Ondrej 7-5, [10-4]. The tournament concludes Valeria Bhunu (ZIM)/Emily Webley-Smith (GBR)-1 beat Rebecca Gustafson (SWE)/Varvara Kuznetsova (RUS) 6-1, 6-2 Krstev and Patrik Rikl. Capadocia and Al Nabhani on Saturday at BTC with Marian Jade Capadocia (PHI)/Fatma Al Nabhani (OMA) beat Kanika Vaidya (IND)/Zeel Desai (IND)-2 3-6, 7-5, [10-4] The Czech tandem take on Women’s Doubles the singles finals and closing had their dream run top seeds Valeria Bhunu ceremony. SPORTS Friday, March 23, 2018 23 Serena Williams congratulates Naomi Osaka after their match in Miami (Pic courtesy: theguardian) Cummins leads Aussies fightback against SA

Australia’s Pat Cummins celebrates the wicket of Temba Bavuma (Pic courtesy: espncricinfo) Cape Town ean Elgar scored an BRIEF SCORE Dunbeaten century but an Williams knocked excellent spell of bowling from South Africa 266 for 8 (Elgar 121*, De Australia seamer Pat Cummins Villiers 64, Cummins 4-64) v Australia restricted South Africa to 266 for eight at the close of play on to push South Africa past 300 the opening day of the third in their first innings, which Test at Newlands yesterday. should be a minimum on a out of Miami Open South Africa had been slow wicket that has bounce cruising to a big first-innings but not much in the way of total at 220 for two as Elgar and lateral movement. Miami the Miami Open director Osaka clinched victory that I was able to win.” AB de Villiers put on 128 for The tempestuous four- erena Williams was said seeding rules for players when Williams sprayed a wide Williams, 36, made her the third wicket. game series is poised at 1-1 knocked out of the Miami coming back after maternity open forehand long, and will return to the WTA Tour Yet the return of Cummins with South Africa’s hopes of SOpen in the first round by leave were a “punishment” and now face world number four at Indian Wells earlier this (4-64) to the attack saw the a decent first-innings total Naomi Osaka as the 23-time “should be changed”. Elina Svitolina of Ukraine in month, losing to sister Venus seamer take 4-12 in eight overs, resting largely on the shoulders Grand Slam winner continues Osaka is herself also the second round. in the third round. starting with the wicket of De of Elgar, who was dropped her return after pregnancy. unseeded but last week claimed “I was extremely nervous She has no official ranking, Villiers (64), to rip through the on 54 off a simple chance for Williams, unseeded after her maiden title at Indian Wells coming on to the court. I don’t which means she cannot be home side’s middle order. Nathan Lyon at point. taking 13 months off to have to move up to 22 in the world. know if anybody knows this seeded for WTA events. South Africa lost six wickets The home side won the her first child, was beaten 6-3 Her powerful serve and but Serena is my favourite However, she can gain for 37 runs as fortunes swung toss and elected to bat, losing 6-2 by the Japanese, 20. relentless returning proved too player,” Osaka said. entry to eight tournaments in favour of the visitors in the opener Aiden Markramearly The American lost serve much for Williams, who was “So just playing against her in 12 months - including final session. for a duck as he edged Josh twice in each set and was broken at 3-3 and 5-3 in the is kind of like a dream for me. two Grand Slams - with her Elgar (121 not out) will Hazlewood (2-37) to a diving unable to break back. first set and again at 3-1 in the I’m very grateful I was able to protected world number one resume his innings with Kagiso Steve Smith at second slip with Her defeat comes after second. play her and it is even better ranking. (BBC) Rabada (6) on Friday, seeking the score on six. (Reuters) Warm welcome for Bahraini athletes DT News Network Manama ahrain’s athletics team for people with disabilities were given a warm welcome on return from Bthe UAE where they competed at the 10th Fazza International Para Athletics Championships. The nationals put on an impressive show and took seven medals in total, including 2 gold, 1 silver and 4 bronze. The team also made remarkable results at the Sharjah International Championship held recently, where they clinched eight medals (4 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze). Supreme Council for Youth and Sports assistant general secretary and Bahrain Olympic Committee (BOC) general secretary Abdulrahman Askar led high-ranking sports officials at the reception ceremony on the team return. Askar conveyed the congratulations of HH Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, representative of His Majesty the King for Charity Works and Youth Affairs, Supreme Council for Youth and Sports Chairman, and BOC President to members of the team, and his best wishes for them in future challenges. He noted the outstanding performance of the team and the results achieved in both championships, which underlines the developed level of Bahrain Abdulrahman Askar welcomes members of the Bahrain athletics team for people with disabilities at Bahrain International Airport athletes in recent years. Williams knocked P23 out of Miami Open SPORTS 2424 Friday, March 23, 2018 Hockey winners after the final Indian School crowned champions DT News Network the gold medal of the three-team Sports City Sodium in Isa Town. Manama hockey championship, which was The School Mini Olympics, he Indian School was crowned open for under-11 players, after a meanwhile, came to a close at the overall champions of the Fifth 4-0 win over St. Chris Leaves with Bahrain Volleyball Association SchoolT Mini Olympics, which came goals from Yasmin, Emily, Noha yesterday (Thursday). to a close yesterday. and Isabel. Shaikha Hessa School The fifth edition of the School Totalling medals (18 gold, 17 was the other school taking part. Mini Olympics saw over 3,500 silver 18 bronze), the Indian School On the concluding day of students from 58 government and topped the medal tally ahead of athletics, St. Christopher’s School private schools competing in a second-placers St. Christopher’s was again in top form as they record 20 sports. School, who could take 45 medals captured 9 medals, including Speaking at the ceremony, (17, 16, 12), while Al Noor 3gold, 4 silver and 2 bronze in the Bahrain Olympic Committee International School came third secondary stage, while 7 medal (3 general secretary Abdulrahman with 35 medals (17, 8, 10) at the gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze) were won Askar said the fifth edition of the end of this exciting two-week sports in the intermediate stage. School Mini Olympics was by far gathering. Students from various schools the most remarkable edition as The concluding day action from around Bahrain competed in records were broken in terms of saw St. Chris Lightening capture a variety of contests at the Khalifa the number of featured sports and participants. He congratulated the winners Final Medal Table in all sports championships this SCHOOL GOLD SILVER BRONZE TOTAL year, and expressed gratitude to Athletes compete in a race 1. The Indian School 18 17 18 53 the Ministry of Education for its cooperation with the Bahrain 2. St Christopher School 17 16 12 45 Olympic Committee in bringing this 3. Al Noor International School 17 8 10 35 event for the fifth successive time. 4. The British School 11 15 15 41 The ceremony concluded with the organisers blowing out the 5. Abdul Rahman Kanoo School Mini Olympics torch flame International School 9 4 4 17 amid big round of applause from 6. Ibn Khuldoon National school 7 3 2 12 the cheerful attendees at the hall. The Mini Olympics is organized 7. Sacred Heart School 6 7 13 26 for the fifth successive year by the 8. New Millennium School 5 7 12 24 Bahrain Olympic Committee in 9. AMA International School 5 6 6 17 cooperation with the Ministry of Education. Athletics winners receive their medals 10. Al Mahd School Bahrain 5 4 2 11

Overall champions with event organisers in a photo session at the closing ceremony

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