bahrainthismonth.com | AUGUST 2026 FIRST WORD 5 George F. Middleton Publisher and Chairman AUGUST 2026 Scan to signup to our monthly newsletter Copyright Reserved 2005-2026 The concept, content, style and design of this publication remain the exclusive property of Red House Marketing (Jersey) Ltd. and must not be reproduced in any form whatsoever without prior written permission. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication. However, Red House Marketing cannot accept legal responsibility for any error or omission. • Views expressed in this magazine by journalists and writers are not necessarily those of the publishers of Bahrain This Month. Licensed by the Ministry of Information Publication Code: TA001 ISBN 1 899 348 09 3 1 Year subscription Bahrain: BD24 Gulf and international subscriptions available on request. Printing Press: Union Press, Bahrain Published monthly by: Red House Marketing P.O. Box 20461, Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain Tel: (+973) 17 813-777 Email: [email protected] www.bahrainthismonth.com August brings together two subjects that have long been central to life in the Kingdom: Bahrain’s enduring relationship with India and the importance of education in shaping future generations. Our extensive India in Bahrain feature celebrates a partnership rooted in history, culture, commerce and mutual respect. At its heart is an exclusive interview with His Excellency Vinod K. Jacob, Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Bahrain, who discusses diplomatic progress, expanding trade, cultural exchange and the resilience of the Indian community. We also hear from Abdulrahman Juma, Chairman of the Bahrain India Society, and CA P.S. Balasubramanyam, its Vice Chairman, on the people and institutions strengthening ties between the two nations. Dr. Sheriff M. Sahadulla explains how patient-first leadership is guiding the growth of KIMSHEALTH, while Tanima CK reflects on entrepreneurship, sustainability and creating opportunities. Pambavasan Nair, Tanzil Thakur and Gowtham Sarma offer further perspectives spanning philanthropy, hospitality, events and mobility. Food is an essential part of this cultural connection. We visit Rasoi at Gulf Hotel Bahrain and Nirvana at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain, two restaurants celebrating the depth, diversity and refinement of Indian cuisine. Our second major feature, Back to School, arrives as students, parents and educators prepare for a new academic year. We explore the choices available to families through the lens of the Kingdom’s myriad outstanding education centres. Their approaches may differ, but each reflects the value of academic ambition, character development and preparing young people for a changing world. In motoring, we look at the all-new MercedesBenz CLA, an exclusive Porsche 911 Turbo S, Isuzu Bahrain’s new heavy-duty range and Jetour Bahrain’s streamlined online reservation service. Over in Woman This Month, nominations for the Woman of the Year Awards 2026 remain open until August 31. We urge readers, businesses and organisations to recognise exceptional women making a meaningful impact. The issue also features Shahmeen Lodhia, photographer Shereen Ahmed Rafea, singer-songwriter Reem Baqeri and Noora Sherif in In Her Shoes. As ever, Bahrain This Month remains your Guide to a Great Way of Life. Stay connected with us in print, online at www.bahrainthismonth.com, and on social media @bahrainthismonth for the latest updates, news and features. Warmest regards, George F. Middleton Publisher and Chairman George F. Middleton Editorial Director Kristian Harrison Assistant Editor Shruti Ramesh Contributors Bill Grieve, Fifi Kiwan, Dr. Jarmo Kotilaine Designers Deson Cunado Shahid John Photographer & Bystander Layout Editor Subeesh Kumar N S Bystander Production Sabu Sebastian Webmaster Nishad Eapen Videography Sathesh Baby Creative Partnerships Director Amna Syed ([email protected]) Media Sales Executive Karen Crasto ([email protected]) Social Content & Communication Executives Shannan Peter Vaz Shaymaa Elgayar Distributor Al Hilal Group (Hilal Direct Services) THE TEAM Administration & Finance Samson Vaz Marlyn Ragasa Distribution Team CM Abdul Rahman Gopal Arul Kumar Cover: India in Bahrain
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