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Muscat - The Ministry of Economy affirmed that the package of integrated tourism projects and new diversified investments announced by Omran Group, a subsidiary of the Oman Investment Authority (OIA),...

The 34th edition of the Communications and Information Technology Exhibition (COMEX 2025) will begin on Monday at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organized by Arabian Data Analytics and...

Muscat - His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander, has issued a Royal pardon to many prisoners convicted of different cases.They included 341 Omani and foreign prisoners, according...

Muscat: The  Civil Defense and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) rescue teams in Al Dhahiliyah Governorate responded to a report regarding the stranding of seven German nationals who were trapped in the...

 In a step to enhance tourism and trade exchange between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Iraq, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has approved the operation of Iraqi Airways for...

Oman and Iraq issued a joint statement at the conclusion of the official visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani to the Sultanate, affirming their commitment to advancing bilateral...

Salalah: The Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq, Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani, has concluded his official visit to the Sultanate of Oman. He was seen off at Salalah’s Royal Private Airport by...

Muscat: The Muscat Municipality, in cooperation with the Royal Oman Police, said there will be temporary closure of al Ansab Roundabout starting from the evening of Thursday, September 4. The closure...

Muscat: Convective clouds are expected to develop today over parts of Al Dakhiliyah and South Al Batinah, with the possibility of scattered thundershowers in some areas. Along the coastal stretches of...

Muscat: The Municipality Department in the Wilayat of al Suwaiq has seized a quantity of rice deemed unfit for human consumption after insects were discovered in the stock.The inspection team...

Salalah: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik gave an audience at Al Hosn Palace in Salalah on Wednesday to Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani, Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq.The audience took...

Muscat: Oman's Foreign Ministry announced that the Republic of Uzbekistan has decided to exempt citizens of the Sultanate of Oman from entry visa requirements, effective from June 1, 2025.Under...

Muscat: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) announced on Wednesday the signing of a landmark global partnership to support the Ironman World Series for a period of five years starting from...

Muscat: In affirmation of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s keenness to enhance the values of social solidarity and compassion, His Majesty the Sultan issued royal directives to allocate RO 1...

 Gold traded just $23 short of its all-time high on Monday as investors positioned for fresh US rate cuts and a weaker dollar.Gold prices extended their record run on Wednesday, holding firm above...

Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on Tuesday issued three Royal decrees reading as follows:Royal Decree No 61/2025 amends Royal Decree No 3/2015 on ascribing the public utility status to...

MUSCAT: The Office of Majlis Ash’shura held its 14th regular meeting of the 2nd annual sitting of the 10th term under the chairmanship of Khalid bin Hilal al Maawali, on Tuesday.The meeting reviewed...

Muscat: For the first time in the Sultanate of Oman, the Royal Hospital has introduced the advanced Thermablate technology for the treatment and removal of the uterine lining, as part of its ongoing...

The Central Bank of Oman on Monday said that local banks will soon issue a national payment card under its supervision. The card will provide a secure and seamless local payment experience within the...

Apple surged 12% in August, its best month in over a year, and a welcome relief after a toughstretch for shareholders. The iPhone maker reported double-digit growth across key areas and its fastest...