First batch of Karwa buses for concession areas
.Karwa Motors delivered the first batch of buses as part of a strategic partnership between Petroleum Development Oman (PDO), in compliance with OPAL specification for use in the oil and gas...
Ramadhan working hours announced in Oman
The official working hours during the Holy Month of Ramadhan for the year 1447 AH shall be as follows: For the State Administrative Apparatus, the official working hours during the day shall be 5...
Woman found with marijuana at Muscat Airport
A woman of Asian nationality was arrested by the Directorate General for combating Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, in cooperation with the Muscat International Airport Directorate of Customs, upon...
Omani Corner opens at Muscat Airport
As part of its efforts to enrich the travelers' experience, Oman Airports recently inaugurated the Omani Corner at Muscat International Airport.The corner will promote authentic Omani products...
Over 700 initiatives set to strengthen SMEs sector
Muscat: The Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ASMED) reviewed its supporting policies, programmes and future plans during its annual media briefing held in Muscat,...
His Majesty the Sultan receives Iranian National Security Chief
Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received at Al Barakah Palace on Tuesday Dr Ali Larijani, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, who is visiting the Sultanate as head of...
Aida in Oman to host Nickelodeon Hotels
DarGlobal, the London-listed luxury real estate developer, has unveiled the anticipated Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts at its AIDA project in Oman. DarGlobal's collaboration with Nickelodeon Hotels...
'Together Forward' forum to continue as a platform to exchange views: Sayyid Theyazin
Muscat: His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, affirmed that dialogue represents a deeply rooted national approach, and that the forum’s...
More jobs to be announced for persons with disabilities
Muscat: The private sector employed over 2,500 persons with disabilities by the end of 2025, and there are 2,000 from this category in the government sector, according to Khalid Al-Ghamari,...
Tajawob launches voice recording feature, records 1.7m visits
The National Platform for Proposals, Complaints and Reports “Tajawob” on Monday announced the launch of a voice recording feature aimed at expanding access and simplifying the submission of...
Together Forward Forum: 200 Omani firms exporting products
The fourth edition of the “Together Forward” Forum continued on Monday at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre through a series of dialogue sessions focused on enhancing the quality of...
His Majesty issues Royal Decree
Muscat: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on Sunday issued a Royal Decree appointing a new ambassador at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.Royal Decree No. 24/2026 appoints Nasser bin Sulaiman bin...
Partial road closures announced for Tour of Oman stage three
Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has announced partial traffic closures on Monday, February 9, 2026, to facilitate the third stage of the Tour of Oman 2026 cycling race.According to the Directorate...
Rain Expected in several governorates: Met Office
Rain is expected to affect parts of the Sultanate on Sunday, February 8, with limited impact forecast in a number of governorates, according to the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre.The ...
3 die, 3 hurt in Liwa road accident
Three people died, while three others suffered injuries in a road collision accident that took place in Liwa wilayat of the North al Batinah Governorate. The injured suffered moderate to serious...
Iran says it will not give up enrichment
Tehran - Iran will never surrender the right to enrich uranium, even if war is imposed on us", its foreign minister said Sunday, defying pressure from Washington. "Iran has paid a very heavy price...
‘Together Forward’ forum begins: A national programme to develop the private sector
MUSCAT: The opening ceremony of the fourth edition of the ‘Together Forward' was patronized by His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, on...
Rove Hotels to launch real estate projects in Duqm
Duqm — LEO Developments has confirmed its readiness to invest in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD) through the development of a shopping centre and a mixed-use building comprising offices...
New EU border checks make arrivals complicated
As Europe rolls out its new biometric Entry-Exit System (EES) for non-EU travellers, airports and travel operators are warning that border controls are already creating significant arrival delays,...
Oman Air, Travelport renew multi-year partnership
Oman Air has strengthened its multi-year partnership with Travelport, a multi-source content provider powering travel bookings for suppliers worldwide, with the addition of New Distribution Capability...