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A local man was brought before the Bandar Seri Begawan Magistrates Court on 5 charges under the Excise Order 2006 for the offence of possessing 405 cartons and 151 packs of cigarettes of various brands; 68 vape pod units; 53 vape accessory units; 204 cans and 52 bottles of alcoholic drinks. 31-year-old MOHAMMAD SAFWAN BIN JAHIDIN pleaded guilty to all charges and was fined a total of 363 thousand Brunei Dollars or 36 months imprisonment in default. All contraband were seized to be destroyed.

Various creative works were showcased by 73 final year students undertaking Diploma in Creative Industries at the annual exhibition, UBD Spectrum 2026: Archivia. Held at the Chancellor Hall, Universiti Brunei Darussalam, the exhibition served as a major platform for students to highlight their final year project before graduating. For this year's edition, the Spectrum carried the theme Archivia, highlighting the concept of archiving and documentation in the creative process.

Two Bangladeshi men were charged for overstaying in the country after their immigration passes had expired. 25-year-old KHALILUR RAHMAN MASUM was sentenced to 5 months imprisonment and 3 strokes of whipping. Meanwhile, JAHED ALI, aged 44, was sentenced to 6 months imprisonment and 3 strokes of whipping. The sentencing for both individuals took effect on the 6th of April. SOURCE/AUTHOR : RTB NEWS Venues

His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar 'Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam received in audience and junjung ziarah from the country's intending haj pilgrims. The ceremony took place at Istana Nurul Iman, 16th April afternoon. Also present was His Majesty's son, His Royal Highness Prince Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister's Office.

Hari Raya Open House Event, Pusat Ehsan Al-Ameerah Al-Hajjah Maryam Board members, students and staff of Pusat Ehsan Al-Ameerah Al-Hajjah Maryam attended the Hari Raya Aidilfitri Open House event organised by Kaka Restaurant. The ceremony aimed to strengthen ties between the organiser and the guests. The event was held at the restaurant in Jalan Rakyat Jati Rimba. SOURCE/AUTHOR : RTB NEWS Venues Total visitors: 3,720,794 | Today's visitors: 20,408

Hari Raya Aidilfitri Celebration, Az Zain Travel and Tours Also organising a Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration was Az Zain Travel and Tours, held in Kiulap, 15th April night. The celebration's goal was to strengthen ties between the company and intending pilgrims of Dyufurahman, as well as strategic partners in the tourism industry. SOURCE/AUTHOR : RTB NEWS Venues Total visitors: 3,720,794 | Today's visitors: 20,408

The Language and Literature Bureau through the Literature and Magazines Division, in collaboration with Kumpulan PUTRA Seni, held the online 'Baca Bahana' in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration. With the theme 'Menyulam Erti Aidilfitri,' this edition invited viewers to internalise the meaning of Aidilfitri through poetry. The series featured 17 art enthusiasts from several countries.

Flag Handover Ceremony to the National Contingent competing at the 6th Asian Beach Games All contingent officers and coaches are reminded to ensure and safeguard the athletes, and that their welfare, safety, and well-being must always be given priority. This was among the aspects highly emphasised by the Brunei Darussalam National Olympic Council.

Closed Tender for Vehicle Registration Number The Land Transport Department JPD informs the public that a Closed Tender for Vehicle Registration Number VRN with single and double digits using VRN series with two (2) and three (3) letters is now open through NomborKu: Click-and-Bid until Wednesday, 29th of April 2026. Participation in this closed tender will be opened through the NomborKu website 'www.nomborku.gov.bn'. The list of VRN series available are BBA; BBB; BBC and BBD.

The repair works of the raw water pump of the Mengkubau water treatment plant is currently being carried out. According to the Public Works Department, the public, especially the affected residents, can obtain water supply through standing pipes and the updated list of blue tanks. SOURCE/AUTHOR : RTB NEWS Venues