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19 men on trial over sham murder - lawyer

Bahrain police officer died five months before the attack blamed on accused.

Oman

Research on soil-less plants is encouraging in Oman

Scientists in Oman have completed the first phase of research on alternative farming.

Bahrain

Bahrain defends call for 'all inclusive' forum

Bahrain has defended the call of its foreign minister to form a regional forum that includes Arab countries and Israel.

Kuwait

Kuwait considers squeeze on visas

The Ministry of Social Affairs and Labour (MSAL) in Kuwait is reportedly considering banning the transfer of Iraqi, Iranian and Syrian workers' visit visas into work permits, according to reports in the Kuwait Times.

Oman

India seeks funds for flood relief from Oman NRIs

Indian Ambassador to Oman Anil Wadhwa urged the non-resident Indian (NRI) community here to donate a day's salary to help the flood-stricken people of India, particularly in the states of Bihar, Orissa and Uttar Pradesh.

Bahrain

Proposal for anti-graft panel rejected in Bahrain

proposal by the Bahraini parliament to set up an anti-corruption commission has been rejected by the government which insists such a body would lead to duplication of work and avoidable financial obligations.

Bahrain

12 people rescued after vessel capsizes in rough waters

An Eid fun sea outing almost turned into tragedy when a boat carrying 12 people, including four children, capsized in choppy waters off Al Dar Islands on Friday.

 

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