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2/25/2025, 9:29:02 AM

*Rooftop gardens for malls and complexes proposed* A bold new proposal that aims to transform Bahrain’s shopping experience by introducing rooftop gardens across the country’s commercial malls and complexes, has been put forward. The initiative, presented yesterday by Capital Trustees Board chairman Saleh Tarradah and vice-chairwoman Khulood Al Qattan, seeks to promote a greener and healthier environment while enhancing urban spaces. The proposed gardens would primarily utilise hydroponic techniques, an innovative soil-free cultivation method that optimises both space and resources. *Read:* https://www.gdnonline.com/Details/1345874

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2/25/2025, 6:47:50 AM

*Bahrain draped in blue to celebrate National Day of Kuwait and anniversary of Liberation Day* On the occasion of the anniversary of the National Day of Kuwait and the anniversary of Liberation Day, a number of major landmarks and government and private buildings in various governorates of Bahrain were draped in blue, embodying the good fraternal feelings that the kingdom shares with Kuwait on its national holidays, reflecting the depth of historical relations between the two countries and brotherly peoples.

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2/26/2025, 6:52:20 AM

*Proposal to extend traffic fines discount is approved* MPs want to give bad drivers a longer time to pay a 50 per cent reduction of the traffic fines they face for their motoring indiscretions. They yesterday approved an extension despite some voiced opposition. The Shura Council will now review the legislative amendment to the 2014 Traffic Law that would extend the window for paying the reduced amount from seven to 30 days. *Read:* https://www.gdnonline.com/Details/1345985/Proposal-to-extend-traffic---fines-discount-is-approved

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2/26/2025, 2:38:36 AM

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2/24/2025, 12:19:57 PM

*170 unlicensed scooters seized following ban announcement* A total of 170 unlicensed scooters were seized by traffic authorities following its ban announced earlier this month on public roads, emergency lanes and other areas designated for use by cars, trucks and other vehicles.

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2/26/2025, 5:48:51 AM

*Proposal to ban new licences for serviced apartments approved* A proposal to ban new licences for serviced apartments across the kingdom in a crackdown by MPs on hanky panky in residential areas has been unanimously approved. The proposal, led by Parliament’s second deputy speaker MP Ahmed Qarata and supported by four other legislators, urges the government to implement stricter regulations to curb the spread of furnished pads being turned into love nests. *Read:* https://www.gdnonline.com/Details/1345982/Proposal-to-ban-new-licences-for-serviced-apartments-approved

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2/27/2025, 2:42:46 AM

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2/26/2025, 7:41:13 AM

*Crackdown on sale of illegal medicinal items* Legal action has been initiated against a store selling unlicensed products, including sexual enhancement pills and supplements. A video posted by the Industry and Commerce Ministry yesterday showed inspectors visiting the shop at an undisclosed location, where several illegal products including traditional medicines were being sold. The items were confiscated. *Read:* https://www.gdnonline.com/Details/1345980

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2/25/2025, 2:09:23 AM

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2/24/2025, 10:18:57 AM

*Nine government apps to be merged* Plans to merge nine government applications into the recently launched MyGov app in the eGovernment App Store at bahrain.bh/apps will be completed within a year. Information and eGovernment Authority (iGA) chief executive Mohammed Al Qaed said the plan focuses on merging existing government apps into three main apps: MyGov for individuals, Al Tajir for businesses and Bahrain app for visitors, while keeping a few apps such as eKey 2.0 as a supportive feature due to its nature. *Read:* https://www.gdnonline.com/Details/1345748