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Daily Tribune
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain's ‘Golden Generation' League Nurtures Future Sports Champions
HH Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa, First Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports, Chairman of the General Sports Authority, and President of the Bahrain Olympic Committee, praised the impressive achievements of the 'Golden Generation' League since its launch. The initiative, started by the General Sports Authority in cooperation with several sports federations, aims to boost youth sports competitions and enhance their technical, administrative, and media standards. HH Shaikh Khalid made these remarks while receiving the champions of the Khalid bin Hamad Golden Generation League and Cup for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 seasons, along with players who won individual awards. The event was attended by several high-ranking officials and club presidents. During the meeting, Shaikh Khalid expressed pride in the players' high skill levels and strong competitive spirit. He emphasized that the Golden Generation League is a strategic initiative designed to discover young sports talents and develop their abilities, building a solid foundation to represent Bahrain's national teams in the future. 'We focus on creating a competitive environment that shapes a qualified generation with strong sports values and discipline, capable of competing at regional and international levels,' Shaikh Khalid said. 'This initiative has already shown great results, producing many promising talents who are expected to become the core of our national teams in the coming years. Our youth teams have also achieved many Gulf and Arab-level successes as a reflection of this program.' He confirmed the continued support for youth-focused initiatives in collaboration with federations and clubs and called for ongoing efforts to sustain the Golden Generation League and Cup. The goal is to achieve more successes that will positively impact Bahrain's sports future and produce more champions who proudly raise the country's flag internationally. The clubs honored in the Khalid bin Hamad Golden Generation League Hall of Fame include: Muharraq Club (football, basketball), Manama Club (football, basketball), Al-Najma Club (football), Riffa Club (football), Al-Ahli Club (volleyball, basketball), Barbar Club (handball), Al-Ittifaq Club (handball), Tubli Club (handball), Darkeib Club (volleyball), Al-Nasr Club (volleyball), Saar Club (table tennis), Maqaba Club (table tennis), A'ali Club (table tennis), Al-Hidd Club (football), Al-Hala Club (basketball), Samahij Club (handball), Bahrain Club (table tennis), Al-Malkiya Club (football), Al-Dair Club (handball), Bani Jamra Club (cycling), Elite Academy (cycling), and MM Academy (cycling).
Korea Herald
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
Malaysia optimistic about ties with Lee Jae Myung administration: envoy
FTA at final stage, says envoy, calling on Korean firms to tap halal market and diversify across ASEAN Malaysia is committed to fulfilling the economic and strategic pledges of Korean companies made during the visit of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to South Korea last year, said Malaysian Ambassador to Korea Dato Lim Juay Jin Khalid in a recent interview with The Korea Herald. Ibrahim stressed the need for the two countries to uphold their commitment to continued cooperation following the start of the Lee Jae Myung administration in June. 'We're looking forward to working closely with the Lee Jae Myung administration," Khalid told The Korea Herald, describing the strategic partnership as more than transactional. He noted that Malaysia was one of the first countries President Lee engaged with, pledging with his counterpart to deepen ties. The nearly finalized Malaysia–Korea FTA is expected to be signed by year's end, boosting trade and regional connectivity. Lee spoke by phone with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on June 23, making Ibrahim the seventh leader to speak with the new South Korean president. Malaysia and South Korea upgraded their ties to a strategic partnership in 2024 to deepen cooperation in ESG-based investment, digital and green tech, and the halal ecosystem. Both sides aim to conclude an FTA by 2025 to benefit businesses and SMEs and boost the digital economy, bioeconomy and supply chain resilience. Bringing up the combined $7.6 billion in investment pledges by Korean companies, according to Malaysia's Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry, Khalid stressed that realizing the pledges depends heavily on South Korea's political stability under the Lee administration, implying that without it, major bilateral agreements risk stalling. Hyundai Motor plans to invest nearly $480 million from 2025 to upgrade its Malaysia plant with partner Inokom, boosting production of MPVs, minivans and SUVs. Starting at 20,000 units annually, the Korean auto giant aims to serve Malaysia and Southeast Asia to support the growth of the local electric vehicle ecosystem. 'After the visit, I have been working very hard to ensure that these pledges are realized by the companies,' he said, referring to expectations that political stability under the new Lee administration will lead to the fulfillment of pledges and bilateral agreements. With over 400 Korean companies operating in Malaysia across various sectors, Khalid said, 'We definitely encourage Korean companies to diversify investment destinations.' He considers Malaysia a halal hub for South Korean exports globally, not just to countries with large Muslim populations. 'Many Korean companies are still unaware of this potential,' he pointed out, highlighting Malaysia's strength in the financial sector and the potential for joint ventures. Khalid said he hopes for the adoption of the Comprehensive Plan of Action for the ASEAN–South Korea Comprehensive Strategic Partnership agreed at the ASEAN Ministerial Meeting, calling it 'another key milestone.' 'We believe development should be both inclusive and sustainable,' he said, citing Malaysia's 2025 ASEAN chairmanship and its theme of 'Inclusivity and Sustainability." 'We want ASEAN to be an environmentally safe zone, and we're keen to work with South Korea on this,' he said, referencing the ASEAN Community Vision 2045 and encouraging Korean companies to play active roles in maritime security, climate resilience, digital connectivity and green technology. The envoy also cited cultural exchange and ASEAN links as a growing priority. 'I want Malaysians' culture, food and values to be more familiar to Korean society,' Khalid said, noting tourism potential in regions such as Sabah, Sarawak, Malacca, Kuala Lumpur and his home state of Terengganu. sanjaykumar@
New Straits Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Two arrested over effigy of PM at Pas-led rally
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have arrested two men in connection with the circulation of a video depicting an effigy resembling Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim brought to the Pas-led rally, which took place here on Saturday. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said communication devices believed to have been used to upload and distribute information related to the incident were also seized when the police arrested the suspects, aged between 21 and 47. "A remand application for the suspects arrested will be made," he said in a statement. Khalid said police are investigating rally participants who brought and whipped an effigy resembling the prime minister, in which the act was recorded and uploaded to social media by certain parties. He added the case is being investigated under Section 4(1) of the Sedition Act, Section 504 of the Penal Code, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 and Section 14 of the Minor Offences Act 1955 by the Classified Crime Investigation Unit, D5 Division of Bukit Aman's Criminal Investigation Department. Khalid said the public is advised to be responsible social media users and not to use it as a platform for incitement that could lead to disharmony and disrupt public order. "Firm action without compromise will be taken against any individuals who deliberately threaten public peace and security." Earlier today, acting Kuala Lumpur police chief Mohamed Usuf Jan Mohamad confirmed that police had launched an investigation into the case. He had said that .
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New Straits Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Rally ends peacefully with no arrests, says IGP
KUALA LUMPUR: No arrests were made during the rally here today, a sign of the protest's peaceful nature and the police's professional handling of the event, said Malaysia's top cop. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed that the rally, which drew an estimated 18,000 participants, concluded without incident across several key areas in the city. "These areas included Masjid Negara, Kompleks Sogo, Masjid Jamek, Pasar Seni, and Dataran Merdeka. "Despite the large turnout, the entire assembly remained calm and orderly. "No arrests were made throughout the event," he said in a statement today. He said police deployed 3,000 personnel from the Kuala Lumpur police contingent and federal police to monitor security, manage traffic, and facilitate the rally without disrupting public order. "Participants began gathering as early as 10.30am before marching towards Dataran Merdeka by 2pm, where speeches were delivered by several political leaders and non-governmental organisation representatives." Khalid said all enforcement efforts were carried out professionally and ethically, reflecting the police's commitment to a balanced approach in safeguarding both security and democratic freedoms. "Our responsibility is to ensure public safety while allowing space for democratic expression. "Today's peaceful outcome shows that this can be achieved with mutual respect and discipline," he said. He also reaffirmed the police's commitment to upholding the rule of law while ensuring the rights and safety of all Malaysians remain protected.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Swiggy adds noon CEO Faraz Khalid to board as SoftBank, Accel step down
BENGALURU: Swiggy has appointed Faraz Khalid, CEO of MidEast ecommerce major noon, as an independent director to its board, while long-time investor nominees from Accel and SoftBank have exited their roles, marking a broader shift toward independent governance after the company's 2024 IPO. Khalid's appointment brings global ecommerce and quick-commerce expertise to Swiggy at a time when the company is scaling its convenience platforms in India. Under his leadership, noon has expanded into food delivery, fintech and quick commerce across the Gulf region. He previously co-founded fashion platform Namshi, which was acquired for $335 million in 2023 by Dubai billionaire Mohamed Alabbar and Saudi Arabia's sovereign fund Public Investment Fund-backed noon. With this move, Accel Partner Anand Daniel and SoftBank Investment Advisers' Managing Partner and head of EMEA & India Sumer Juneja resigned as non-executive, non-independent directors. Both cited professional commitments and confirmed there were no other material reasons for their resignations. The two have been associated with Swiggy since its early funding rounds and have played key roles in its growth over the past decade. Swiggy chairperson Anand Kripalu said the refreshed board structure, which now includes four independent directors, reinforces the company's long-term governance priorities. 'We are delighted to welcome Faraz to the Board… and extend our heartfelt thanks to Sumer and Anand for their invaluable contributions,' he said. Founder and Group CEO Sriharsha Majety described Khalid as a 'visionary leader in ecommerce,' adding that his strategic and operational experience would be crucial as Swiggy enters its next phase of growth. Separately, Swiggy has reappointed chartered accountant Shailesh Haribhakti for a second term as independent director from January 2026, and named Cauveri Sriram, an industry veteran formerly with the Tata group, as the company's new company secretary and compliance officer. The governance overhaul comes six days before Swiggy, which operates food delivery and quick commerce services across more than 700 cities while also expanding newer offerings such as Snacc, Pyng and Scenes, is set to report earnings results of the first quarter of the financial year ending March 2026. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
