TWITTER SPORTS @newsofbahrain WORLD 6 UAE to send rover to moon in 2022 INSTAGRAM Bahrain looking /newsofbahrain 15 ahead to Olympics LINKEDIN THURSDAY newsofbahrain APRIL, 2021 Kingdom joins rest 210 FILS of the world in WHATSAPP 3844 4692 ISSUE NO. 8807 marking 100 days until the start of FACEBOOK /nobmedia the Tokyo Olympic Games in Japan, MAIL which kicks off with [email protected] the opening ceremony WEBSITE on July 23 |P12 newsofbahrain.com Pacquiao, Crawford in talks for title fight in Abu Dhabi 11 SPORTS BUSINESS 5 BFC opens new branch in Riffa LuLu Mall His Majesty King Hamad receives Ramadan well-wishers Last update - 9:00 pm 14 April 2021 Individuals vaccinated (First dose) (Second dose) His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa received at Safriya Palace yesterday Bahrain Defence Force (BDF) Commander- in-Chief Field Marshal Shaikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, National Guard Commander General Shaikh Mohammed bin Isa Al Khalifa, Interior Minister General Shaikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Defence Minister Lieutenant General Abdullah bin Hassan Al Nuaimi, National Intelligence Agency (NIA) Head Lieutenant General Adel bin Khalifa Al Fadhel, Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Dhiab bin Saqr Al Nuaimi, Public Security Chief Lieutenant General Taraq Hassan Al Hassan, National Guard Staff Director Major General Shaikh Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Khalifa and Strategic Security Agency Head Shaikh Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Al Khalifa, who extended to HM the King sincere congratulations marking the Holy Month of Ramadan. BAHRAIN TOTAL TESTED E3 voice ‘grave concern’ 3834581 ACTIVE CASES Iran moves to enrich uranium by up to 60 percent ‘an important step in nuclear weapon production’ 11302 Reuters | Paris fuges at Natanz, which will sig- said. nificantly increase Iran’s enrich- “In light of recent develop- DEATHS he United Kingdom, ment capacity,” the statement ments, we reject all escalatory 569 France and Germany – added, referring to a facility in measures by any actor and call Tthe ‘E3’ group of Euro- central Iran that suffered an at- upon Iran not to further com- DISCHARGED pean powers – expressed con- tack on Sunday. plicate the diplomatic process,” cern yesterday over Iran’s latest It further said Iran’s an - the statement added. 148093 moves to enrich uranium up to nouncements are “particular- Iran informed the interna- NEW CASES 60% purity. ly regrettable” as they come at tional nuclear watchdog on “The governments of France, a time when all participants Tuesday of its plan to ramp up 1175 Germany and the United King- in the 2015 Iran nuclear deal uranium enrichment following CRITICAL dom (the E3) note with grave – formally known as the Joint the attack at its Natanz nuclear concern the announcement by Comprehensive Plan of Action facility, located in the Isfahan 91 Iran that it will start uranium (JCPoA) – and the US “have start- province. enrichment up to 60% using ed substantive discussions, with Confirming the development, advanced centrifuges as Iran the objective of finding a rapid the International Atomic Energy 210 fils (includes VAT) communicated to the IAEA on 13 diplomatic solution to revitalise Agency (IAEA) said Tehran had April,” they said in a joint state- Iran’s advanced centrifuges at the Natanz uranium enrichment facility and restore the JCPoA.” communicated its intention to ment. stitutes an important step in this level.” “Iran’s dangerous recent com- start producing uranium hex- “This is a serious develop - the production of a nuclear “We also express our concern munication is contrary to the afluoride (UF6) enriched up to ment since the production of weapon. Iran has no credible at the news that Iran plans to constructive spirit and good 60% at a pilot fuel enrichment highly enriched uranium con- civilian need for enrichment at install 1,000 additional centri- faith of these discussions,” it plant at Natanz. City Centre Bahrain Tel: +973 17556002 www.homesrusgroup.com THURSDAY, APRIL 15, 2021 02 His Majesty King praises judicial authorities’ key National action plan to go green contributions Bahrain to save BD230 million in five years by investing on renewable and sustainable energy TDT | Manama ahrain is aiming to pro- duce 5% of its total power Bthrough green energy by 2025. HM the King This was according to Sus- tainable Energy Authority (SEA) TDT | Manama chairman Dr Abdulhussain bin Ali Mirza who said this will en- is Majesty King Ham- able the Kingdom to save BD230 Had bin Isa Al Khalifa million in energy production. commended the dedicated During a media briefing ar- Dr Mirza national efforts of the ju- ranged by the National Com- dicial authorities to serve munication Centre, Dr Mirza the nation and citizens and revealed that the Kingdom has assume the responsibility 535 buildings which can accom- of achieving justice and modate solar systems on their protecting people’s rights roofs. according to the law. He explained that the national KNOW WHAT HM the King underscored renewable energy plan revolves the key role played by the around three main policies and judicial branch in boosting seven projects, and that the na- the principles of justice, tional goal aims to increase the The national goal aims equality, rights and free- share of renewable energy in the to increase the share dom. total energy mix by 5%, equiva- of renewable energy projects to set up solar systems tinuing to advance the sustaina- cepts through renewable energy This came as His Majesty lent to about 250 megawatts by in the total energy mix at eight schools, indicating that ble energy sector and strengthen and energy efficiency is one of received at Safriya Palace 2025 and by 10% by 2035. there are 23 government enti- its pioneering role in making the those main pillars. yesterday Constitution- At present, the total electricity by 5%, equivalent to ties expressed their readiness to country a centre of excellence in The SEA head said that several al Court president Shaikh production in Bahrain is about about 250 megawatts have the same. the fields of renewable energy pioneering projects have been Khalifa bin Rashid bin Ab- 3,920 megawatts per day, all of by 2025 and by 10% by “We have developed a unique and energy efficiency. started in the field of renewable dullah Al Khalifa, Supreme which are produced by natural 2035. initiative by giving sustainable The Kingdom is an example to energy in particular, in addition Judicial Council deputy gas stations. energy certificates which have be emulated in achieving com- to the approval by higher au- president and Court of Through the National Re - the natural gas that is saved to been accredited by the Cabi - prehensive sustainable devel- thorities of a number of projects Cassation president Chan- newable Energy Plan, Dr Mirza be used in supporting other eco- net to those who invest in green opment, thus contributing to the that will enter into force during cellor Abdullah bin Hassan said: “We aim to have renewable nomic sectors.” energy. Their production will realisation of Bahrain’s vision the current and next year, in ad- Al Buainin and Attorney energy stations participating He pointed out that SEA, in be recorded by the Sustainable 2030 and the diversification of dition to the government’s adop- General Dr Ali bin Fadhel in this production, as this will collaboration with the Minis- Energy Authority,” he explained. its economic pillars. tion of initiatives and proposals Al Buainin. allow us to redirect the use of try of Education, has tendered Dr Mirza said Bahrain is con- Promoting sustainability con- presented by the Authority. Royal leadership support for Are you searching for a legislative branch highlighted Covid-19 of the Shura and Representa- Representatives tives councils and praising their • dedicated patriotic efforts as Private Council’s Bureau holds well as the legislative branch’s meeting remotely pivotal role in national devel- Quarantine? opment. TDT | Manama The panel also lauded the keenness of all the citizens and residents to adhere to the na- We are here to serve you with Quality he Representatives Coun- tional responsibility and com- Care for Covid-19 Positive Cases at Tcil’s Bureau held its 16th munity partnership through Best Rate. meeting in the third session of their commitment to the pre- the Fifth Legislative Term, vir- Speaker Zainal chairs the online cautionary measures and taking tually, under the chairmanship discussion the vaccines against the corona- At Taj Plaza Hotel, Juffair of Speaker Fawzia bint Abdulla departments and entities, as virus pandemic. Zainal. well as interest in the affairs of It urged them to contin - Members of the Council’s Bu- all the segments of the Bahraini ue their compliance with the reau expressed deep pride in people. pre-emptive measures to en- His Majesty King Hamad bin The Bureau paid tribute to sure everyone’s health and safe- Isa Al Khalifa’s keenness and HM King Hamad for receiving ty, especially during the Holy SERVICES INCLUDED: directives to develop all state the chairpersons and members Month of Ramadan. SHARING SINGLE Doctor Consultation ROOM SUITE ROOM Medical Services with BD BD Tireless efforts to overcome pandemic stressed medication upon request of the steady increase in the 30 45 Kingdom has number of infections and the Accessories • challenge they pose to public set a pioneering health. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner model in fighting the Dr Al Mena underlined the virus: Dr Al Mena need for full commitment to (Arabic/Indian/Continental) the decisions issued recently TDT | Manama with regard mainly to Rama- Free Wifi dan to curb the spread of the virus and protect the health and Admission & Discharge ealth Ministry Undersec- safety of all. He warned to avoid Hretary Dr Walid Al Mena big family gatherings given the Management has stressed the government’s risks they pose in transmitting unrelenting campaign to pro- Dr Al Mena the virus.