KUWAIT: The Bohra community in Kuwait held a commemorative ceremony at Sulaiman Rabie Al-Mousawi Boys School in Daiya, with an additional gathering at the Bohra Community Center in Bneid Al-Qar, to reflect on the virtues of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the sacrifices of Imam Hussein (RA). In his address, Deputy Representative of the Bohra Sultan in Kuwait Mustafa Bhojawala highlighted the noble character and biography of the Prophet (PBUH), describing him as a symbol of mercy for all humanity. He also paid tribute to Imam Hussein (RA), grandson of the Prophet (PBUH), for his ultimate sacrifice in defense of truth and his steadfast commitment to upholding the principles of Islamic sharia.

KUWAIT: Bohra community holds a commemorative ceremony at Sulaiman Rabie Al-Mousawi Boys School in Al Daiya, with an additional gathering at the Bohra Community Center in Bneid Al-Qar, to reflect on the virtues of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the sacrifices of Imam Hussein (RA).

Bhojawala urged the community’s children to remain devoted to the teachings of Islam, refrain from prohibited acts, abide by the laws of the country and remain loyal to Kuwait and its people. Prayers were offered for the protection and prosperity of Kuwait, and for the continued health and safety of HH the Amir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and HH the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah.

Special thanks were extended to the government and security authorities, particularly HH the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Al-Sabah, as well as the undersecretary, assistant undersecretaries, security directors and all security personnel for facilitating religious observances during the sacred month of Muharram. The ceremony concluded with a collective prayer for the continued peace, protection and well-being of Kuwait and its citizens.

KUWAIT: The National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters (NCCAL) on Wednesday urged all theater production companies and online ticketing platforms to strictly comply with the regulations governing theatrical performances in the country. In a statement to Kuwait News Agency (KUNA), the council emphasized the importance of obtaining an official “theatrical performance license” prior to promoting or advertising any show by any means.

This requirement, NCCAL said, is in line with the council’s approved guidelines and aims to ensure the quality and integrity of theatrical productions. The council explained that this step stems from its commitment to uphold artistic and cultural standards, and to promote meaningful theatrical content that reflects Kuwait’s rich cultural identity. By enforcing these regulations, NCCAL seeks to preserve the core values of Kuwaiti theater and enhance the overall quality of the artistic output.

NCCAL reaffirmed its continuous support for the local theater movement and its efforts to bolster Kuwait’s theatrical presence on both regional and international stages. The council noted its ongoing collaboration with theater companies, providing necessary support and facilitation within legal frameworks to enable the creation of innovative and culturally resonant performances. The council concluded by reiterating its commitment to nurturing a thriving theatrical environment that celebrates creativity while preserving the cultural and social values of Kuwaiti society. — KUNA

KUWAIT: First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef Saud Al-Sabah held a series of meetings on Wednesday with ambassadors of several friendly countries to discuss avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in the field of security. In a statement, the Ministry of Interior said that Sheikh Fahad Al-Yousef received, in separate meetings, the Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt Osama Shaltout, the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey Tuba Sonmez, the Ambassador of the Republic of Japan Kenichiro Mukai and the Ambassador of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka Lakshitha Ratnayaka.

The meetings, held in the presence of Acting Undersecretary of the Ministry of Interior Major General Ali Al-Adwani, focused on strengthening cooperation and coordination, as well as exchanging views on issues of mutual concern. The discussions underscored Kuwait’s commitment to fostering constructive partnerships with countries around the world in support of regional and international security efforts. — KUNA