Omani crude trades at $147 .79, in line with global trends
Muscat: The Oman crude for delivery in the coming month of May traded at $147 .79 on Monday, an increase of $3.43 from the last trading on Friday.Global prices rose further above $100 a barrel Monday...
Indian rupees continue to slide on energy supplies
The Indian rupee was a whisker away from its all-time low on Monday as worries over disruptions to energy supplies due to the Iran war kept investors on edge, while likely dollar sales by the...
HM, Egypt's FM discuss regional security and stability
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience, at Al Barakah Palace, to Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptians Abroad of the Arab Republic of...
Drone attack again in Fujairah, stops oil loading
The Fujairah Emirate Media Office confirmed a large fire in the Fujairah Petroleum Industries area caused by a drone strike, with no injuries reported.Civil Defense teams in the Emirate immediately...
Use firearms or firecrackers Illegally? Expect RO 200 fine
Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has issued a strong warning to residents and visitors regarding the unauthorized use of firearms and firecrackers, stressing that violations could lead to fines and...
MOH appeals for urgent blood donation
The Ministry of Health (MOH) through the Central Blood Bank has urged citizens and residents to donate blood these days in preparation for the Eid Al-Fitr holiday, in order to ensure the continued...
Bangladesh: War is making it harder to keep the lights on
DHAKA, Bangladesh — The final Ramadan holidays started early for university students in Bangladesh, on March 9, but for all the wrong reasons. The country’s main schools announced that classes...
More stranded citizens return home from Iran
Musat: The Foreign Ministry, in coordination with the relevant authorities in the Sultanate of Oman, continued to implement the arrangements to facilitate the return of Omani citizens located outside...
Contacts continue with GCC, ready for joint probe on attacks: Iran
Muscat: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said that diplomatic contacts with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and neighboring countries will continue."We are ready to form an investigation...
Omanis can travel visa-free to Belarus from March 17
Muscat: The Foreign Ministry has said effective from March 17, 2026, the mutual visa exemption agreement between the Government of the Sultanate of Oman and the Government of the Republic of Belarus...
All CBSE Class 12 exams in Gulf cancelled
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued a circular on March 16, regarding Board Examinations for Class XII in the GCC.In continuation of the previous circulars on March 1, 3, 5, 7...
Air India, Air India Express suspend flights from Dubai, Abu Dhabi
Following instructions from the UAE Airport Authorities, Air India and its subsidiary, Air India Express, will curtail Ad‑HOC Operations for March 15. Air India: Operating one Delhi–Dubai return...
Warning issued against fireworks, non-compliant exhausts in vehicles
The Public Prosecution (PP) has warned that some individuals have been using firecrackers and fireworks, especially in residential neighborhoods."To preserve public peace and the safety of citizens...
More citizens return from GCC countries
Muscat: The Foreign Ministry, in coordination with the relevant authorities in the Sultanate of Oman, continued to implement the necessary arrangements to facilitate the return of Omani citizens...
Alarmed by war's impact on civilians worldwide: UN Human Rights Chief
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk said he was alarmed by the deepening impact of the Middle East crisis on civilians, deploring extensive attacks in residential areas, as well as other essential...
India's IndiGo introduces 'Fuel Charge' from today
IndiGo, India's largest airline, has introduced a fuel charge on domestic and international routes, from March 14, 2026. A fuel charge of 900 rupees will be levied on international flights to...
Omani crude closes at a record high of $144.36
The Oman crude closed at US$144.36 on Friday for May 26 delivery.The crude price increased by US$ 9.61 from Thursday's price of $134.75The price surpassed $144 per barrel today, exceeding the...
Some SalamAir, Oman Air destinations continue to be suspended
Muscat: Due to airspace closures in certain destinations as a result of ongoing regional developments, some scheduled SalamAir and Oman Air flights continue to be suspended.SalamAirSalamAir flights to...
Two expats dead, several injured in Suhar drone attack
Muscat: A security source reported that two drones crashed in the Wilayat of Suhar. One crashed in the Al-Awahi industrial area, resulting in the deaths of two expatriates and several injuries. The...
Oman condemns attacks on the Iranian territories
Muscat - The Sultanate of Oman has condemned the Israeli-US attacks on Iranian territories, while also denouncing all forms of aggression and assaults targeting countries in the region. The Sultanate...