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The Glorious 75 Years Journey of Independent India
Congratulations
to all Indians on the
75 INDEPENDENCE DAY
th
75
August 15, 2021
INDIA | BAHRAIN | SAUDI ARABIA | OMAN | UAE | QATAR
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INCREDIBLE INDIA AND
BEAUTIFUL BAHRAIN
A RELATIONSHIP ROLE-MODEL
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa conferred the King Hamad Order
of the Renaissance to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in August 2019 in recognition of the
strong bilateral ties between India and Bahrain.
It is now a well-known fact that this routes connecting India with Arabia, Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa, and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness
beautiful island of pearls has a lustre of Mesopotamia and Persia. And even now, in recognition of Indian PM’s efforts to Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa,
love that quickly charms anyone who in the 21st century, the Indians living strengthen bilateral relations with this had visited India in May 2012, at the
visits it. here make up the largest expatriate beautiful Kingdom. invitation of India’s Vice-President, the
Many expats working here will community of Bahrain. Five years earlier, when His Majesty warmth seen between the leadership of
admit they came here for a one-year "My visit to Bahrain may be as Prime King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa had paid the two nations is certainly something
employment contract and, even if Minister, but my objective is to meet the his first state visit to India in February to write about . To give fresh impetus to
they changed jobs, ended up making Indians settled here and to communicate 2014, on the invitation of the then bilateral ties, His Royal Highness also
it their home for over 20 years. It is with thousands of Bahraini friends," said Honourable President of India, he was opened Barain’s Embassy in New Delhi.
the welcoming spirit of this land which the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi accorded a ceremonial welcome in the A year later, the Crown Prince had also
gives it that well-deserved glimmer and when he visited this island nation in forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhavan. visited Kerala, leading a high level
shimmer. August 2019. India’s then President Shri Pranab delegation of ministers, senior officials
Indians have been coming here During that time, he had been Mukherjee had also hosted an official and businessmen.
for centuries, as Bahrain was a very conferred the King Hamad Order of banquet in honour of HM the King. I talk with special joy because I was
important port on the ancient shipping the Renaissance, by His Majesty King Even when Bahrain’s Crown Prince privileged to have accompanied the
His Royal Highness Prince
Salman bin Hamad Al
Khalifa Crown Prince
and Prime Minister of
the Kingdom of Bahrain
along with other
dignitaries on the Opening
Ceremony of the Embassy
of the Kingdom of Bahrain
to India held on 21st
March 2007 in New Delhi
His Royal Highness
Prince Salman bin
Hamad Al-Khalifa
Crown Prince and Prime
Minister of the Kingdom
of Bahrain meets with
then Prime Minister of
the Republic of India His
Excellency Dr. Manmohan
Singh in May 2012.
His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa visited the historic Taj Mahal in
Agra city in the State of Uttar Pradesh in the northwest of India in February 2014.
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Minister of Health,
HE Faeqa Saeed
Al Saleh receives
the first batch
of Covishield-
Astrazeneca vaccine
from the Ambassador
of the Republic of
India to the Kingdom
of Bahrain HE Mr.
Piyush Srivastava in
January 2021 at the
Bahrain International
Exhibition and
Convention Centre.
2018”. That is something we can all be relations between the peoples of the two
hopeful for. lands can only grow from strength to
His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al-Khalifa Crown Prince and It is almost a year since His Excellency strength in days ahead. It is a harbinger
Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain meets with Prime Minister Narendra Mr Piyush Srivastava had come to of good times.
Modi of the Republic of India. Bahrain as the Ambassador of India. And The sweet voice of the Bahraini Bulbul
since his arrival into the country, in July and the lovely feathers of the Indian
Bahraini delegations on all these three following months of logistical challenges 2020, his active involvement with the peacock can come together giving us a
occasions and what I have observed are and supply chain pressures. Indian diaspora here in Bahrain has been symphony of friendship, which keeps
remarkable representations of diplomatic Bilateral trade between India and remarkable. Especially with the ICRF going on for years to come.
excellence. Bahrain dipped during the pandemic in (Indian Community Relief Fund) which
Now, on 15 August, as we celebrate 2020, where its value fell to USD 873 shows his commitment for the country
75 years of Indian Independence and also million. But new data from Bahrain’s and to the wellbeing of his compatriots.
50 years of Bahrain’s sovereignty, we can eGovernment and Information Authority From Germany to Ghana, from Nepal
once again applaud the friendship that shows that bilateral trade between to Bhutan and from Afghanistan to Iran,
India and Bahrain continue to enjoy. Bahrain and India in the first half of this the wealth of experience he seems to have
According to a recent report in “The year topped USD 492 million – a 37% gained and brought from various places
Print”, Dr Ali Al Moulani, President of increase on the same period in 2020. has not dimmed his desire to humbly
the Bahrain Economists Society, has According to Dr Al Moulani, “The serve the Indian citizen outside India
forecast that bilateral trade between trade balance between Bahrain and India Able diplomacy, of this kind, from
India and Bahrain could spike by as much could top USD 1 billion in 2021, which India and wise leadership that we can
as USD 200 million as economies reopen would take it up to levels not seen since see from Bahrain can only show that the BY: SOMAN BABY
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AI IN INDIA
"AI will unlock the unique recognizes this institution as an initiative
potential of each person and will of timely societal responsibility. The
empower them to contribute more center will train over 350 students in
effectively to the society.” several batches per year.
Honorable Prime Minister Shri. Narendra Modi
SOME OF THE AI’S MAIN PROSPECTS IN
I was honored to be the only Middle INDIA ARE:
Eastern speaker at the ‘AI for All’ ● Digital assistants to be used by
organized by Indian government about several highly advanced organizations to
two years ago, and experienced great communicate with customers, saving the
two sessions with a galaxy of Indian AI need for human resources.
experts under the patronage of H.E. Prime ● Together with other innovations,
Minister Shri. Narendra Modi. organizations can use AI to make
machines take decisions faster than an
AI IN INDIA individual and perform actions faster.
As the fastest growing economy with ● In almost every area, AI powers
the world’s second-largest population, several inventions that will help
India has a big stake in the AI revolution. humans overcome the majority of HOWEVER, SOME OF AI’S MAJOR deals in the country worth an estimated
The leading technology institutions in complex issues. ADOPTION CHALLENGES ARE: $1.2 billion from 2015 through 2019. During
the country, such as IITs, NITs, and IIITs, ● Trade and Development Agreement to ● India has a comparatively small that same time period, U.S. financers were
have the ability to be the cradle of AI operate together to leverage the power of number of researchers in the field estimated to have invested $858 million
researchers and start-ups. In order to cutting-edge technology to improve and of machine learning and research into Indian companies that specialize in
solve social problems, Indian start-ups expand trade, such as AI and blockchain. production. AI, underscoring the significance of U.S.
are growing and developing AI solutions Additionally, companies like Google, ● India has very little local awareness funding in India’s AI ecosystem. Chinese
in education, health, financial services, Microsoft, Amazon are trying to achieve of the latest knowledge that is being investors, by comparison, only invested
and other fields. the government’s needs for cloud generated by others each day. an estimated $159 million into Indian AI
For instance, the Deccan Article notes computing and machine learning. Private ● Given the existing and potential companies during that time span.
that the first Community Centre for companies will rush to win big contracts, possibilities, Indian businesses have been
Artificial Intelligence was launched in add to the stream of funds to create reluctant to accept AI. Personal Experience of 15th, August
Hyderabad. They also mentioned that innovative technology and establish ● Despite the number of available My eldest daughter was born on 15th,
The HexArt Institute is an initiative of the new AI and data science startups as the standard packages, India does not have August on India’s Independence Day at the
Hexagon Capability Center India (HCCI), Indian government pushes for digital sufficient qualified personnel to apply American Mission Hospital. She was
the greatest product development center transformation and introduces more AI machine learning to its own challenges first attended by an Indian lady doctor
of the technology major Hexagon AB. It initiatives. and data. and nurses. My daughter completed her
● In its capacity to handle challenges, primary school education at Alnoor Indian
current AI strategies are minimal, and School before traveling abroad. We both
they will have to develop to deal with the celebrate this special day with our friends
complexity of life in India. and colleagues from India, family, school,
In general, India’s digital footprint has friends, and now AI brought us even closer!
seen tremendous growth. The government
is also moving different programs towards
the objective of technical infrastructure.
Different agencies and artificial intelligence
institutes including sectors are developing
policy structures and programs that
instill such skills. With a little more drive
towards resources and frameworks that
boost its development, the Indian artificial
intelligence market, which is still regarded
as emerging, can certainly take a leap.
Finally, worth mentioning that the BY: DR. JASSIM HAJI
researchers learned, for instance, that President international
Indian investors participated in AI-related Group of Artificial Intelligence
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THE EVOLVING
INDIAN CUISINE
Food is part of human life since inception. However, over the decades, Indians have
No day or occasion is complete without grown experimental and open to world
food. India, with its diverse culture cuisines especially the Asian, Middle
owing to various religions and climatic Eastern and European food.
conditions, has a rich culinary heritage I have traveled the length and breadth
that has really evolved in the last 75 of this country and after doing more
years of Independence. than 2000 food reviews I have come to
India has the best of all the world the conclusion that there is still a lot
cuisines apart from its own heritage. to explore. I also explored a lot of new
Each part of India specializes in regional dishes during my travels and especially
cuisines and leaves an impression on the loved the Middle Eastern flavors. Writing
tourists visiting. Indian food is not about a book on kebabs and biryanis made
recipes, but more about the legacy and me travel to a couple of countries. The
the stories being told through food. long-time friendship of India, Bahrain
There was a time when people used especially impressed me with its local as
to stick to the regulars like the Dosa, well as international cuisine restaurants.
sambar, idli in South Indian cuisine, I was amazed to see Indian restaurants
Kolkata biryanis and rolls in the East, doing very well in Bahrain. Who could quality of meat and ingredients make a roots belong to a princely estate in Uttar
vada pav and pav bhaji in the West, have imagined having a Samosa, Chola lot of difference. Surprisingly the best Pradesh called Rampur, which is famous
and biryanis and qormas of North India. Bhatura, or Puchka in Bahrain? The Malabar Biryani I had was at a restaurant for its unique Rampuri Gharana cuisines.
in Bahrain. After consulting and setting up many
After 75 years of independence, I think restaurants and outlets for clients across
now people have become independent in the globe, The Mughal Plate by Jalalis is
their food choices as well. With times to the first & only personal venture by the
come, food will evolve further and a lot of Jalalis. It’s a cloud kitchen based in Noida-
cross-promotional activities will take place. India, delivering across Delhi. NCR taking
orders a day before.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Osama Jalali is a veteran food critic,
historian turned chef, and food
consultant, who contributed mainly to the
newspaper “The Hindu” along with other
publications through his career of over
a decade. He has successfully reviewed
more than 2000 restaurants. Osama is
one of the few writers who have not
restrained himself to just writing but also
loves to work in the kitchen. He curates,
Mughlai, Frontier , Rampuri, Shahjahani,
Lost Recipes menus with his wife Begum
Nazia Khan & mother Begum Nazish
Jalali popularly known as Ammi Jalali
for premium hotels and private Daawats
across the globe. Born and brought up
in the by lanes of Old Delhi, his parental BY: OSAMA JALALI
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THE TREASURED MOMENT
FOR PROUD INDIANS!
administration created further inroads for always opened its doors to innovations,
business expansions. and the start-up culture is proof enough
Modernization, backed with for this fact. With the arrival of Rafael
innovations, helped to build top-class jets, India has increased its defense
infrastructure for our country. As of capabilities by several folds.
today, we can see higher life expectancy India has now become a favorite
rates with state-of-the-art medical hotspot for millions of global investors
treatments and facilities in every part of in various sectors. Aviation and space
the country. The country is slated to see power has continued to draw investor
a spike in the number of literates with minds into structuring deals with our
the implementation of the New Education country. The ongoing global Coronavirus
Policy of 2021. The per capita income of pandemic has not troubled the
every household has increased by many economic backbone of our country.
folds, creating sustainable development We have been able to fight back and
of the nation at all levels. take the best preventive measures to
As India completes 75th Independence we Indians strongly believe in “Unity in Providing greater access to electricity keep the pandemic at bay. The financial
Day; commemorating a victorious Diversity”. and connecting even remote villages is sectors are also aiming at increasing
landmark in the history of India and Needless to say, our Kingdom of a significant achievement in the recent production by stepping up their
yet another glorious year of her Bahrain also has a major role in the past. Fewer power cuts and substantial investments. More job opportunities for
Independence, it is a treasured moment in development of India. India and this power reserves are created at all the youth are definitely on the agenda
the hearts of all proud Indians. beautiful island that goes back to significant power plants of the country. list of the Government. Our nation
To observe this special day, we Indians generations, with many of Bahrain's Current negotiations with developed has been pushing for significant policy
honor freedom fighters of all age groups most prominent figures having close nations have helped improve India’s talks reforms and higher visibility in trade and
and pay immense tribute to the relentless ties with India. The vibrant and dynamic on nuclear power deals. commerce wings.
struggle and sacrifices of our countrymen, Indian communities here in Bahrain India is also inching fast in tapping The founding fathers of our nation,
who laid their lives to achieve freedom constitute a key link in our bilateral unconventional sources of energy like along with the numerous freedom
for our nation. On this beautiful day, relations. The two countries have had an wind energy and solar energy in everyday fighters who gave their lives to the
let us motivate our fellow countrymen excellent collaboration in dealing with applications. Another major area where country, wanted this nation to be
to blossom in the spirit of freedom and the pandemic of COVID-19. Together, we the country can clinch past its opponents independent and happy. Over the last
pride. Let us treat all our countrymen have been able to fight back and take is in its oil deals with oil-rich countries. seven decades, India is now fulfilling
equally without discriminating against the best preventive measures to keep the It’s an enormous feat for domestic Indian that dream, inching closer to becoming a
them on the grounds of religion, caste, pandemic at bay. markets as almost every house is fitted global power. However, to march further in
status, gender, or cultural bias. Let us We have come decades ahead of with an LPG connection today. this competitive world, a nation requires
empower each other and help in the our Independence era with significant Under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, science and technology to be counted
growth and development of our nation. economic reforms and liberalization the Government can build a toilet for among the best. It is here that we can
Our country exhibits diversity in terms of in trade and commerce. Starting from every household and thereby increase contribute. Even if each of us decides
languages, customs, traditions, cultures, the year 1991, our country changed good habits among people while in public to work with different problems of our
foods, and celebrations the outlook of governance. A new places. Cleanliness also is a significant society, we will see that we all make great
From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, you’ll India with an enlarged vision and road campaign of the Government under this contributions towards the nation’s future.
find diversity among all people and map for the future was on the cards. scheme. Higher GDP growths in the recent
their lifestyles. Yet, we consider all our The transformation from a snail- past have indicated higher economic BY: K.G.BABURAJAN
Indians as our brothers and sisters. Hence paced economy to a rapidly growing growth indices for the nation. India has Managing Director of BKG HoldingREJOICE IN THE GLORY OF THE NATION
HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY
TO ALL FELLOW INDIANS12 SUNDAY, AUGUST 15, 2021 bahrainthisweek
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WAEL PHARMACY CO W.L.L.
importation, warehousing, distribution, customer satisfaction, satisfaction of
sales and marketing of pharmaceutical our existing partners, ethical business
products, laboratory products, healthcare policies and building new partnerships.
consumer products, nutritional products, Wael Pharmacy has brought in modern
dental products, surgical and medical world of pharmaceutical and medical
disposable products, medical, dental and innovations closer to the healthcare
lab equipment. industry of Bahrain, thereby improving
“Since its inception in 1966, Wael quality of life of Bahrain's community
Pharmacy Co. has dedicated itself to the in association with their world-renowned
advancement of pharmaceutical and partners.
medical services in the Kingdom Wael Pharmacy Co. is committed
of Bahrain. Through a scrupulous to bring to the community the best
adherence to the highest ethical healthcare innovations and services
standards, unswerving professionalism reasonably priced. Their prompt response
and total commitment to our Principals, to after sales queries including safety and
we have achieved sustainable growth quality queries is well acclaimed for.
and a number of highly rewarding Wael Pharmacy’s employees and their
and long-lasting partnerships. Our families enjoy a quality life/ work balance
company commands a major market as the management believe that they are
share today. This has been achieved the main pillar of the organization and
by our constant investment in modern the fuel for the growth.
infrastructure and highly skilled The responsibility to the community
work force and, of course, together is never ignored at Wael Pharmacy
Founded in 1966 by Mr. Abdulrahman and medical industry. The leading with the well-established and highly by doing the necessary investment
Almahmeed, a healthcare professional healthcare organization enjoys a highly reputed international companies we to raise the level of health awareness
and a true visionary, a leading figure in diversified portfolio of companies both are representing in this market”, says through patients and healthcare
the country's pharmaceutical and medical in Pharma and Bio-Medical business Abdulrahman Almahmeed, Chairman & educational programs.
industry together with his wife Dr. Layla categories. M.D of Wael Pharmacy Co W.L.L. Wael Pharmacy Co W.L.L. is one of the
Kabeer, a qualified paediatrician. Wael Wael Pharmacy Co. hold distribution Wael Pharmacy Co. has a leading good models of a long established and
Pharmacy Co. W.L.L. has a significant agreements with top-notch multinational reputation of more than five decades highly successful family business in the
place in the Kingdom's pharmaceutical corporations and actively engaged in the by adhering to their core values of Kingdom of Bahrain.Wael Pharmacy wishes all Indians a
Happy Independence Day
Importation, Distribution, Warehousing and Sales & Marketing of:
Pharmaceutical Products II Laboratory Products II Healthcare Consumer Products
Nutritional Products II Dental Products II Surgical & Medical Disposable Products
Medical, Dental & Lab Equipment
P.O. Box 648, Head Office :Bldg 806, Road 3315, Block 333,
Umm Al Hassam, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain
Tel: +973 17 377 000, Fax: +973 17 377 100, 17 377 101
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UNEECO: KINGDOM’S PROMISE FOR QUALITY
ENGINEERING PRODUCTS AND SOLUTIONS
with various international players in Bahrain International Circuit, Bahrain
the field of electrical and electronics International Airport and Marassi.
engineering to deliver quality products “Our Mantra is Customer
and services to society at par with global Satisfaction. Being an ISO Certified
practices and standards. Company, we are with a team of
UNEECO is the first factory to introduce experienced and qualified people. Our
fully Type Tested Panels to the market that business units are geared up to meet
meets the latest IEC Standard high-quality the new challenges of the market. Our
products. They also utilize state of the art success would not be possible without the
facilities and Design Solution software, for contribution of our customers, principals,
effective engineering. vendors, and dedicated employees who
The company has been involved have shared in our incredible journey
in several recognizable projects thus far”, said Mr. Abdulrahman Juma,
and developments including the Chairman & Managing Director of UNEECO
Mr. Abdulrahman Juma, Chairman & Managing Director of UNEECO
The Bahrain-based company Universal leading manufacturer of Low Voltage (LV)
Electro-Engineering (UNEECO) was Switchgear Products and more.
established in 1976 and spearheaded UNEECO established its first assembly
many innovations to meet the diverse plant in Salmabad later moved to Mina
and changing needs of the region’s Salman Industrial Area, and after 15
electrical and electronics engineering years, it rooted its state of the art facility
sectors. As for its contributions, UNEECO in BIIP at Bahrain’s Al Hidd Industrial
has earned the reputation of being the Area. Over the years, UNEECO tied up
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Independence Day
August 15
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THE SPIRIT OF “WORKING
giant leaps in the industry and beyond.
In January 2016 the Bahrain National
Gas Expansion Company W.L.L. and J.G.C.
AS A FAMILY’ AT BANAGAS
Corporation of Japan signed an Engineering,
Procurement, and Construction (EPC)
contract agreement to construct a new Gas
Processing Plant (CGP-III) of 350 MMSCFD
capacity in the Bahrain Oil Field. In the
same year, an EMC contract was signed
with J.G.C. Gulf International Co. Ltd. to
construct the Field Pipelines and Sitra
Storage Expansion Project. The Plant and
Storage facilities were commissioned on
November 2018.
At Banagas, environmental, safety,
and health excellence is one of the
corporate objectives. The employees
are considered as the most valuable
assets. They are trained, fit, alert, and
working safely.
The mission of Banagas is to
contribute to the growth and prosperity
of the Kingdom of Bahrain by safe
and effective processing of gas into
marketable products satisfying our
customer requirements. Banagas do
The Bahrain National Gas Company Holding, 12.5% by Chevron Bahrain, incorporated in 2008 when the Banagas this by using a highly trained and well
(Banagas) has played a significant and 12.5% by Boubyan Petrochemical Expansion Project was converted into developed Bahraini national workforce
role in Bahrain’s meteoric rise on the Company. an independent company, wholly while maintaining full commitment to
global stage. With a wide experience in The primary objective of the owned by NOGA Holding. The company community support, to the protection of
producing LPG mainly Propane, Butane Company is processing associated gas was established to meet the growing the environment, and to the well-being of
and Naphtha in which all products are into marketable products, Propane, associated gas production in line with employees.
exported to the international market, Butane, and Naphtha, which are exported strategies to enhance oil production from Banagas has significantly increased
Banagas also contributes 25% to the worldwide and supplying residue gas for the Bahrain field. its contribution to the national economy
natural gas network with its residue gas local industrial use. Dr. Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al as well as the employment market by
which is utilized by Alba and Bapco out The Bahrain National Gas Expansion Khalifa, who has led Banagas for nearly providing more than 100 additional jobs
of which mainly 75% owned by NOGA Company W.L.L. (Tawseah) was two decades has seen his company make for Bahraini nationals.16 SUNDAY, AUGUST 15, 2021 bahrainthisweek
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INDIA IN THE PATH
OF PROGRESSION!
THE PHILANTHROPY THE VACCINE DRIVE EDUCATION SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
Although India has faced earthquakes India is one of the first countries to India adapted and embraced online Citing the role of farmers for increased
and tsunamis, COVID-19 has been one of develop COVID-19 vaccine by Bharat education as soon as the Pandemic food grain production in the previous
the largest crises India has ever had to Biotech, Covaxin in collaboration with the hit the country. For the effective year, despite the severe hardship caused
address. Yet, one of the silver linings of Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) implementation of online education, by the pandemic, the Indian government
the pandemic is the generosity of people - National Institute of Virology (NIV). It is The National Education Policy initiated has focussed on increasing the storage
who offered both financial and in-kind included along with immune-potentiators various policies such as National Mission capacities, remove restrictions on crop
help. Notably, as per the recent World which are added to the vaccine to increase on Foundational Literacy and Numeracy transportation, and encourage food
Giving Index report, India has risen to and boost its immunogenicity. The Mission for preparing framework on processing to make agriculture more
become the world’s 14th most charitable monthly vaccine production capacity of FL&N, codification of learning outcomes; remunerative. The government has
country, as a result of monetary Covishield is planned to be increased from E-learning expansion through DIKSHA for called for a renewed national effort
contributions made by philanthropists, 11 crore doses to more than 12 crore doses providing a large number of curriculum- through the collaboration of civic
corporations, non-profits, and individuals. per month and of Covaxin from 2.5 crore linked e-content through several solutions society, agriculturalists, agronomists,
From education to work, to social doses to around 5.8 crores. From January such as QR coded Energized Textbooks students, and researchers to make
engagements, all aspects of Indian 16 to August 5, 44.42 crore doses of (ETBs), courses for teachers, quizzes, agriculture profitable and villages
lives changed in unprecedented ways, Covishield was supplied by Serum Institute etc.; an initiative called ‘Manodarpan’ for thriving economic hubs.
and it seems that these societal changes of India and 6.82 crore doses of Covaxin by mental health and wellbeing of students;
will continue, now that the third wave Bharat Biotech for the National COVID-19 CBSE exam reforms; and constituting OLYMPICS
of coronavirus is expected to hit later Vaccination Programme. own Task Force in each to steer India finished 48th on the medal tally in
this year. implementation of the NEP provisions in Tokyo, its highest ranking in over four
As the COVID-19 pandemic spread IMPLEMENTING SPIRITUAL PATH their respective jurisdiction. decades. The 7 medals include 1 Gold
across the country, charitable citizens– in A land of many religions and spirituality,
individual and collective capacities– not India has addressed the mental effects
only offered financial support, but also of the Pandemic in a spiritual way to
came up with unique, creative ideas to overcome stress and anxiety caused by
provide help to India’s most vulnerable the fast-paced sedentary lifestyles. The
populations. From converting auto- Indian way of life envision the entire
rickshaws into ambulances to setting up world as ‘one family’, and the government
COVID-19 care helplines, and the citizens has urged religious leaders to take the
became more accustomed to giving message of spirituality and service to the
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Medal, 2 Silver medals and 4 Bronze COVID-19 vaccination. The digital payment
medals. Naveen Chopra hurled an solution has been developed with the
astonishing throw of 86.58 and won a support of DFS (Department of Financial
gold medal for India. Ravi Kumar Dahiya Services) and NHA (National Health
won a Silver medal in Wrestling. Mirabai Authority) and are powered by the National
Chanu also won a Silver Medal for India Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
in Weight Lifting (49 Kg Women). This seamless one-time payment
PV Sindhu became the first Indian mechanism enables users to redeem the
female athlete to win 2 consecutive voucher without a card, digital payments
medals in the Olympic Games. She won app, or internet banking access, at the
Bronze for India in Women’s Singles merchants accepting UPI e-Prepaid
Badminton. Lovlina Borogohain fetched a Vouchers. The e-RUPI would be shared
Bronze medal in Women’s Welterweight with the beneficiaries for a specific
Boxing for India. Indian Hockey team purpose or activity by organizations via
created history by winning a Bronze SMS or QR code.
medal in Olympics after 40 years of wait. This contactless e-RUPI is easy, safe,
Bajrang Punia brought home the Bronze and secure as it keeps the details of the
Medal for India in Wrestling. beneficiaries completely confidential.
The entire transaction process through
e-RUPI this voucher is relatively faster and at
e-RUPI is a digital solution launched to the same time reliable, as the required
allow a cashless payment solution for amount is already stored in the voucher.18 SUNDAY, AUGUST 15, 2021 bahrainthisweek
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MIDDLE EAST HOSPITAL INTRODUCES
STATE-OF-THE-ART DIALYSIS CENTER
a flexible dialysis regime according three Medical Centers spread all across
to the patient’s need and to create the Kingdom of Bahrain (Hidd, Salmabad
compassionate environment for the & Alba).
patients, their families and care-givers at Middle East Healthcare Group’s
the most economic prices in the Kingdom medical care is backed up by the state
of Bahrain. of art diagnostic services (Open MRI,
Middle East Hospital is dedicated CT Scan), 24 X7 operational Emergency
towards the community service and to Department & Ambulance Services,
positively transform patient’s life to avant-garde Operation Theatres
mitigate the burden of kidney diseases. and dedicated ayurvedic wellness
Middle East Healthcare Group is unit- Santhigiri. Moreover, in order to
the medical division of VKL Holdings address the needs of ever-increasing
& Al Namal Group of Companies. They load of non-communicable diseases
ventured into healthcare industry in 2014 prevalent in Kingdom of Bahrain, they
DR. VARGHESE KURIAN with the vision to create an ecosystem have strategically added Nephrology &
Chairman that would provide high quality and cost- Dialysis Unit, Cardiology and Oncology
VKL Holdings and Al Namal Group of Companies effective medical care. With the highest & Palliative Care at Middle East Hospital
standards of excellence, we have a multi- to give the best treatment at the most
specialty 85-bed hospital in Segaya and economic prices.
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a global DIALYSIS CENTER at our Segaya branch.
medical condition that eventually leads The dialysis unit uses the latest state-
to endstage renal disease that requires of-the-art hemodialysis system (DBB-
renal replacement therapy (RRT). The EXA) which can deliver both standard
most common RRT is Hemodialysis. treatment and advanced therapies with
This treatment modality is employed high quality and safety standards under
in patients with severe kidney failure the able supervision of their leading
when kidney filtration declines to less Consultant Nephrology - Dr Ranjith
than 15%. Menon. Through a multidisciplinary
Midde East Hospital is proud to team of doctors, technicians & nurses,
announce the addition of NHRA approved Middle East Hospital’s aim is to provide
EMPOWERING INDIAN
FASHION CULTURE IN BAHRAIN
It was on 15 August 1947 that India took one nation, by its diverse religions, Indian ethnic wear, where the royal Attire Collection is a multi-vendor
its first flight into freedom, after being languages, and traditions found on this zardoshi work, the magnificent online e-commerce platform that has
held captive in an iron cage, by the unique terrain. India is also loved for its chikankari, the Aari work, and many a vision of empowering Indian fashion
British rule. traditional and ethnic fashion culture. more of such meticulously crafted work, culture in Bahrain. Attire Fashion brings
From the first war of independence Look at the beautiful nine-yard of saree is done on various fabrics like khadi, in radiating bridal dresses, designed
of 1857- the first rebellious act that draped around the blushing bride; or a silk, etc., to the citizen of Bahrain. ingeniously by celebrated Indian Fashion
empowered Indians to create the flowing velvet lehenga that transforms In this day and age, where nations designers and Label from capital of
many future possibilities for battles, a woman into an Indian princess; or are joining hands by accepting, learning, India like Mahi Khan, Rosy Ahluwalia,
that were courageously fought in the the moderate cotton Dhoti’s donned by and celebrating each other’s cultures and Parvesh Jai (Indo-Canadian), Sandip
name of freedom; to the famous Dandi the dashing bridegroom; they are all an traditions, it is humbling to see Shrivastava, Saumya Sahu, to name
March, which made the concept of using ornamental amalgamation which creates the citizens of Bahrain celebrating a few, who have collaborated with
non-violence to create a revolution, a a wonderful bouquet of Indian fashion. Indian fashion with immense joy! them to help us see this mission come
reality - led by a man in a Dhoti, who It is a matter of great pride when one May the bonding-relationship between to fruition. Attire Collection has also
would later go down in the history sees nations like Bahrain so gracefully India and Bahrain be as tightly woven bagged future collaborations with
and be regarded as ‘Mahatma’; India’s accept the Indian fashion culture. Indian as the versatile cotton fabric used in an renowned Fashion Designers & Label,
struggle for independence will always Culture provides a range of different Indian saree, this 75th Independence Day. perfumes, cosmetics, and jewellery
be honoured and respected, globally. ethnic wear like ghagra-choli, dhoti- Hitesh Sikka, Founder and Managing merchants from all over the GCC as well!
India is a land, which is culturally kurta, salwar-suit, kurta-pajama, and Director of Attire Collection has a
rich. Like the elegant, kaleidoscopic, sarees which can be worn in weddings mission to bring together Indian fashion BY: HITESH SIKKA
cotton Saree, India is woven into ‘The’ and on other special occasions. The into Bahrain’s rich clothing heritage. www.attirecollection.combahrainthisweek SUNDAY, AUGUST 15, 2021 19
INDIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL
INDIA’S BEST India has achieved its best medal haul yet
this year at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. A
total of seven medals was won compared
the line against his favor, leaving Dahiya
content with a silver medal finish.
OLYMPICS MEDAL to the previous record of 6 at the London
2012 Olympics. From Neeraj Chopra’s
● BAJRANG PUNIO (WRESTLING) BRONZE
MEDAL
HAUL FOR ITS 75TH
historic javelin throw to Mirabai Chanu’s Punia won bronze at the 65kg freestyle
combined lift of 202 kg, India’s flag wrestling category after a dominating
was raised high and proud at athletics, performance in the medal match. A decisive
INDEPENDENCE DAY weightlifting, wrestling, badminton,
boxing, and hockey at this year’s Olympics.
8-0 win versus Kazakhstan’s Niyazbekoz
secured India’s second wrestling medal.
HERE ARE OUR TOKYO 2020 OLYMPICS ● PV SINDHU (BADMINTON) BRONZE
INDIAN MEDALISTS: MEDAL
Ater winning silver in Rio 2016, India’s
● NEERAJ CHOPRA (JAVELIN THROW) Badminton star continued her medal streak
GOLD MEDAL with a bronze finish on the women’s singles
Chopra’s medal is impressive as it is India’s event. She won against China’s He Bing Jiao
first ever Olympic gold in athletics and in the bronze medal match.
the second ever individual gold medal. His
stellar throw of 87.58m landed him the seat ● LOVELINA BORGOHAIN (BOXING)
of victory. BRONZE MEDAL
Borgohain is the country’s third ever
● MIRABAI CHANU (WEIGHTLIFTING) Olympic medal for boxing. She won bronze
SILVER MEDAL in the women’s welterweight category. She
Chanu won the silver medal in the gave an amazing performance against the
women’s 49kg category with a whopping gold medal winner, Surmeneli of Turkey,
combined lift of 202kg ( 87kg + 115kg). but lost via unanimous decision.
Chanu’s win is India’s second medal in the
weightlifting event. ● INDIAN TEAM (MEN’S HOCKEY)
BRONZE MEDAL
● RAVI DAHIYA (WRESTLING) SILVER After a thrilling 5-4 comeback victory
MEDAL against Germany, the Indian men’s
Dahiya took second place in the 57kg men’s hockey team secured the win at the bronze
freestyle category. He showcased skill medal match. The win gave India its
and determination pushing a close match 8th medal for the event and ended a 41-
against the two-time world champion year medal drought for the Indian men’s
Uguev. The difference in experience pushed hockey team.
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THE SCIENCE
OF YOGA
The term Yoga is derived from the The awareness of Yoga and its true
Sanskrit word ‘yuj’, meaning union, essence has reached several people across
related to ’yoke’ as in join. At the tangible the globe and we find many nations
level, it is the union of the body with the reaping the myriad benefits of this
breath and stillness, at the abstract level ancient discipline.
it is the union of the mind with the self From Europe to the United States of
or the individual consciousness, at the America to Africa, Australia and even the
spiritual level it is the union of individual Middle East there is a strong awareness
consciousness with the universal and conviction about the yogic practices
Consciousness. benefitting one at every layer of their
The practice of Yoga is said to have existence.
originated thousands of years ago in Being in Bahrain for over 10 years, I
ancient India and has been adapted in can personally vouch for the exponential
various countries through various ways. rise in the way people perceive Yoga and
The original knowledge was found in understand its significance and accept the
Vedas and Upanishads, which are ancient yogic practices as a part of their personal
Indian texts, dating back over 5000 years, disciplines for a more productive and
however it was highly guarded and given healthy life. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi leads a yoga session for more than
only to the brightest and best students There are several schools of Yoga 35,000 people at New Delhi on the International Day of Yoga.
and never recorded. that have spruced up, in the Middle
The science of yoga has its origin East, over the years imparting authentic spreading the awareness of Yoga in the and start Yoga needs to avoid reveling
thousands of years ago, with the very Yogic knowledge to aspiring teachers Arab region. in non-yogic trending sessions like ‘Beer
dawn of civilization. Over the years and students and two such prestigious Yoga is a science and has very Yoga’, ‘Booty Yoga’, ‘Dog Yoga’ and so on
there have been several Yoga masters schools are based out of Bahrain itself! ancient roots thus authentic, factual and so forth!
from India who have paved the way for Namaste Bahrain and Pure Yoga have knowledge from the right sources is the I will sign off by using my favorite
spreading the nuances of this ancient been running the Yoga Alliance Teachers most essential aspect for anyone on the line, ‘Everything is Energy’, so find the
wisdom across the globe through their Training Programs for a few years now yogic path. One must understand that right energy to enhance your own and
well-documented practices and literature. and have been instrumental in training the practice of Yoga is far deeper than thus emit and be the energy you wish to
Yoga has spread all over the world by certified, well rounded Yoga teachers. I limiting it to just body centric practices. see in others!
the teachings of great personalities like am delighted and honored to be a part The entire discipline is so deeply rooted Namaste!
Swami Vivekananda, Swami Sivananda, of the teachers training program at Pure through the various layers of our
Shri T.Krishnamacharya, Paramahansa Yoga, sharing my immense passion for existence that one is losing the very
Yogananda, Shri Yogendara, Swami the philosophy and science of Yoga. essence of the science by promoting only
Rama, Sri Aurobindo, Maharshi Mahesh Further cementing the significance postures or breathwork.
Yogi, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Pattabhi of Yoga the first ever Arab Region Yoga Yoga is a physical, mental and spiritual
Jois, BKS. Iyengar, Swami Satyananda Instructor’s Conference was organized discipline so let’s try and understand the
Sarasvati and the like. in Dubai, in 2019. Several teachers, essence of this science as applicable to
Ever since the current Prime Minister practitioners and promoters of Yoga, from us from the right sources and practice its
of India, Sri Narendra Modi proposed the across the Middle East, congregated for principles in a disciplined and consistent
idea of designating a day to celebrate this wonderfully organized 2 days event manner rather than just following some
the very spirit of Yoga during his speech which was spearheaded by a few entities trends or fancy sessions run by poorly BY: NEELANJANA BHARADWAJ
on 27th September 2014 at the United under the patronage of the Embassy trained teachers to maximize our yogic Yoga teacher & Evaluator with
Nations General Assembly, June 21st is of India in Dubai. Being one of the experiences and reap the right benefits. Ministry of Ayush,
being celebrated as the International Day presenters from Bahrain I was delighted Thus, I would go as far as saying that Government of India,
of Yoga since 2015. to see the immense efforts towards any person who wishes to understand Author and Architect38311166 Admin@bahindsociety.org www.bahindsociety.org
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COME AND EXPLORE THE BEAUTIFUL KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN
Many decisions have to be confronted or adventurous water sports trip. Hawar destinations. Manama, the capital
taken into consideration when you are islands – the desert island also can city, is rich in culture and is a
planning to choose a destination be a perfect destination for some shoppers paradise.
for a holiday, organizing an event or recreational fishing and tourism. Jumeirah Royal Saray Bahrain,
preparing a wedding. Many bird species find their home in Sofitel Bahrain Zallaq Thalassa
The factor with the largest impact on these islands. sea & spa hotel and resort, The Ritz
the event you host is the destination. Bahrain is filled with pristine Carlton Hotel, Four Seasons Hotel, Al
One destination, which is rapidly growing beaches, which could be another Areen Palace & spa and many other
popular for organizing events or trips, reason for your perfect holiday needs boutique hotels provide everything
is an island nation - the Kingdom of and comfort. When one is looking from Bahrain’s diverse culture,
Bahrain that consists of 50 natural for some relaxation and spending healing benefits of seawater, the
islands and around 30 artificial islands. some time in peace, Bahrain beaches beachfront setting, and five star
Dreaming of a destination wedding have everything to offer from water amenities that carry high standards
or planning an international affair? The sports like skiing, scuba diving, in romantic elegance to cherish the
Kingdom of Bahrain could be the perfect snorkeling, windsurfing, Para-sailing memorable destination event plans
place where your search & checklist to swimming. you have. Some cultural & heritage
would come to a conclusion. Bahrain’s 20 amazing private and sites and forts like Qalat Al Bahrain,
Be it a sailing trip, sea fishing trip, public beaches make it one of the Arad Fort, Riffa Fort will amaze you
arts festival trip, or pearl diving trip, best tourist destinations. Beaches with their great historical significance.
Bahrain has something to offer for like Solymar, Marassi & Bahrain Bay Last but not least, the unexplored
everybody from its top sights to its make Bahrain a desirable choice for destinations of Bahrain could be a
historical art & culture, from its nightlife, sun-seekers and is a beach lover’s perfect shooting location for films
clubs to its best rooftop experience & paradise. & movies with various resources
outdoor dining. With its rich heritage and available in the Kingdom of Bahrain
In Bahrain archipelago – Al Dar cultural history, Bahrain has become and has something for everybody
Island is a resort islands group that has a popular and perfect wedding making it the perfect vacation spot
jet-skiing, a popular recreational activity destination. The unique architecture with its picturesque sites. Bahrain
of snorkeling, various water sports, and of houses to its religious significance tops the list for your next holiday
everything that is required for a perfect makes these places popular go to destination or event location.
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INDIAN LADIES
ASSOCIATION CONTINUES ICRF ANNOUNCES NEW TEAM
BEAT THE HEAT CAMPAIGN
His Excellency Shri Piyush Srivastava Rakesh Sharma as Joint Treasurer.
has announced a new team for the Aruldas Thomas shall continue
Indian Community Relief Fund (ICRF) as Ex-Officio/Advisor with the new
at a meeting. Dr Babu Ramachandran team. Bhagwan Asarpota will also
has been named as the Chairman continue as Advisor. Other Excom
of the new team of ICRF, which is members are Suresh Babu, Murli
functioning under the patronage of the Nomula, Zulfikar Ali, Pankaj Malik,
Ambassador of India to Bahrain. Dr Javad Pasha and Ms Raman Preet. The
Babu shall be taking charge in place executive team shall be supported
of Aruldas Thomas who has completed by ICRF Full team members, regional
his term of three years as Chairman forum members and Volunteers which
of ICRF. are unchanged.
The new executive team includes His Excellency appreciated the
The Indian Ladies Association’s two different locations in Bahrain. Adv. V K Thomas as Vice-Chairman, great work undertaken by ICRF under
months long first of a kind initiative, Supported by their members, ILA Pankaj Nallur as General Secretary, the chairmanship of Aruldas Thomas
“Beat the heat” campaign, has held distributed boxes containing water bottle, Mani Lakshmanamoorthy as Treasurer, specially during these difficult times.
its second destination on Thursday, fruit, juice, vada pav, a cup of Ice Cream Ms Nisha Rangarajan and Anish His Excellency also congratulated Dr
29th July. ILA’s mission is to quench the and small packet of nuts to 100 workers Sreedharan as Joint Secretaries and Babu and the new team.
thirst of workers at construction sites at at a construction site in Hamala.Wishing all Indians a
Happy Indian
Independence Day.
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