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Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman experienced notable weather contrasts during October 2025, with soaring temperatures in some parts of the country and significant rainfall in mountainous areas, according...

Al Dhahirah Governorate is emerging as one of Oman’s most promising growth centres, driven by strategic investments and projects identified by the Ministry of Economy (MoE) to boost competitiveness,...

The Omani nationals who took part in the Global Sumud Flotilla humanitarian mission, which aimed to deliver humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, arrived here safely in the Sultanate of Oman on Thursday...

Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) advised seafarers across the Sultanate of Oman to avoid all marine activities until further notice, citing unstable weather conditions and high sea waves. The ROP...

Muscat: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) common market continues to strengthen regional integration, with new figures highlighting greater ease of movement, employment, education, and healthcare...

Muscat: The Ministry of Information (MoI) announced the issuance of the executive regulation of the Media Law, which sets out the framework for licensing, regulating, and overseeing media activities...

Muscat: Health sector projects under the Tenth Five-Year Plan (2021–2025) have achieved significant progress, with some hospitals nearing full completion, the Ministry of Economy (MoE) has...

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman joined countries worldwide in observing World Suicide Prevention Day, with the Ministry of Health (MoH) reporting a marked decline in suicide deaths over the past...

Muscat: The General Federation of Oman Workers (GFOW) reported a wide range of worker support services and interventions during August 2025, reflecting its ongoing efforts to safeguard labour rights...

Muscat: Salim bin Nasser al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals and Chairman of the Board of the Social Protection Fund, issued Decision No. R/9/2025 on the applicabilty of retirement provisions for...

Muscat: Oman will begin granting its Golden Visa on August 31 to attract global investors, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking long-term residency in the Sultanate of Oman. The Golden Visa scheme...

Muscat: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources reinforces measures to protect kingfish stocks during breeding and spawning seasons, in line with Ministerial Decision No....

Several areas of Dhofar Governorate witnessed rainfall of varying intensity on Wednesday, accompanied at times by thundershowers.Moderate rains were reported in Salalah city, Mirbat, and Taqah, while...

Muscat: The Ministry of Health, in cooperation with the Ministry of Education, has issued safety specifications for school bags to help protect students from back and shoulder strain.The guidelines...

Muscat: The validity period of the resident card for expatriates in Oman has been officially extended to a maximum of three years, following amendments to the Executive Regulations of the Civil Status...

Muscat: As the Khareef season intensifies across Dhofar Governorate, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) reminds the public of turbulent sea conditions and rising wave levels along the southern coast during...

Muscat: The Authority for Projects, Tenders and Local Content has floated Tender No. 2025/64 (Local) for the implementation of the Nizwa–Bahla dual carriageway project (Marfa’ Daris–Jibreen...

Muscat: The Ministry of Health (MoH) urged families to be vigilant about the excessive use of electronic devices among children during the summer break.It said that such behaviour may signal early...

Muscat: Salalah Airport is witnessing a steady increase in passenger traffic, with officials projecting further growth in the coming year.Dr Ali Bakheet Fadhil told Oman TV that the airport welcomed...

Muscat: The al Hajar Mountains are expected to witness above-average rainfall in the next period, according to seasonal forecasts issued by Oman Meteorology.Speaking on the sidelines of a media...