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Dollar and Other Currency Rates in Pakistan Today – September 30, 2025
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has published the latest mark-to-market (M2M) exchange rates for major international currencies against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) on September 30, 2025. These rates, critical for authorized foreign exchange dealers to...
NBB, Banco BPM deal to strengthen Bahrain-Italy trade
National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has signed a landmark framework agreement with Banco BPM S.p.A., one of Italy’s leading joint stock banking institutions, to strengthen bilateral trade and investment between Bahrain and Italy. The agreement was...
Speaker: Bahrain’s Tier 1 ranking in Anti-Trafficking Report reflects strong national framework
Ahmed bin Salman Al Musallam, Speaker of the Council of Representatives, emphasised that Bahrain’s leading achievements in human rights and combating trafficking in persons are the result of a strong legal and labour framework established by His...
Formula 1 News: Brown defends McLaren stance as Verstappen looms
As the Formula 1 championship heats up, McLaren CEO Zak Brown reaffirms the team's commitment to equal support for both drivers, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Despite speculation about Max Verstappen's looming threat and the potential impact on...
Philippine’s PNB announces reorganisation to streamline operations
Philippine National Bank (PNB), the lending arm of the Lucio Tan Group, is undergoing a reorganisation to streamline operations. This follows the appointment of new president, Edwin Bautista, who took charge in April 2025. The bank has disclosed...
Forex Rates in Pakistan for Today, USD, Pound, Riyal, Euro to PKR – 30 September 2025
ISLAMABAD – Foreign exchange market remained largely stable, with major currencies holding steady against the local unit. US Dollar remained at 282.45 for buying and 282.50 for selling, while Euro traded at 333.50 and 334.50. UK Pound maintained...
BBK extends support to mega sporting event
ASIAN YOUTH GAMES – BBK, a leader in retail and corporate banking in Bahrain, has joined the third edition of the Asian Youth Games as bronze sponsor, with the event taking place in the kingdom from October 22 to 31 under the gracious patronage of...
Pope Leo XIV and Bahrain’s Crown Prince Discuss Middle East Peace, Interreligious Dialogue, and Bilateral Ties at the Vatican
On Monday, September 29, 2025, Pope Leo XIV welcomed Bahrain’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, to the Vatican for a high-level meeting that underscored the Holy See’s commitment to fostering peace,...
Italian Envoy: Investment and Innovation at Heart of Upcoming Visit
His Excellency Andrea Catalano, Ambassador of the Italian Republic, highlighted how recent high-level contacts, energy cooperation, and cultural exchanges have paved the way for a milestone visit centered on investment, innovation, and...
Sitra Make Gulf Champions Debut
Hussain Almaskati Historic Clash Against UAE Giants Bahrain’s Sitra Club begin their Gulf Champions Cup campaign today, taking on UAE side Al Ain at 7:30 PM at Hazza Bin Zayed Stadium in Al Ain. The match will be Sitra’s debut in the competition....
HRH Crown Prince Meets Italian Business Leaders During Official Visit
TDT | Manama Email: mail@newsofbahrain.com His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, today met with a business delegation, which included senior officials from several commercial companies as well...
PNB streamlines overseas operations
Keisha Ta-Asan - The Philippine Star September 30, 2025 | 12:00am MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Bank (PNB) is set to shut down its offshore branch in Bahrain and dissolve two domestic subsidiaries as part of a continuing effort to...
Bahrain Expands Job Opportunities for Citizens Following Crown Prince’s Directives
TDT | Manama Following the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, the Ministry of Labour has announced measures to provide three job opportunities to each registered job seeker before...
Bahrain Crown Prince’s Visit to Vatican Highlights Nation’s Commitment to Dialogue and Tolerance
MP Dr. Maryam Al-Da’an described the official visit of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the Vatican and his meeting with Pope Francis as a significant milestone reflecting Bahrain’s...
Global Recognition for Bahrain’s Aviation Expert
TDT | Manama The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) honored Ms. Ibtisam Mohammed Al Shumlan, Assistant Undersecretary for Air Transport, Aviation Safety, and Security at Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications....
WestPoint Home Expands Bahrain Operations with the Launch of a US$5 Million State-of-Art Towel Manufacturing Line
WestPoint Home, one of the world’s leading textile companies with a history spanning over 220 years, today announced the launch of its new Phase 1 towel production line at its state-of-the-art manufacturing complex in the Kingdom of Bahrain,...
WestPoint Home boosts Bahrain ops with Phase 1 production line
WestPoint Home, one of the world’s leading textile companies with a history spanning over 220 years, today (September 27) announced the launch of its new Phase 1 towel production line at its state-of-the-art manufacturing complex in the Kingdom of...
Brown: The sport is on ‘fire’ and long may it continue
Zak Brown confirmed McLaren Racing’s stake sale to Mumtalakat and CYVN Holdings has been completed, valuing the racing operation at $4.1 billion according to Bloomberg, thanks to Formula 1 being “on fire” right now. The deal, first reported at the...
Gulf designers shine at 56th Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show
A Global platform for jewellery and watchmaking Organised by Expo Centre Sharjah with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI), this year’s edition brings together more than 500 local and international exhibitors, along...
Bahrain Highlights Decade of Achievements in Space Sector at International Forum in Sydney
Dr. Jihad Abdullah Al-Fadel, Second Deputy Speaker of the Shura Council, emphasized Bahrain’s significant achievements in the space sector and the pivotal role of the legislative authority in supporting national space initiatives inspired by the...