Agreements signed for projects in Jabal Al Akhdar, Bahla
Al Jabal Al Akhdar - The Governorate of Al Dakhiliyah signed five new investment agreements on Friday with national companies to implement projects in the Wilayats of Al Jabal Al Akhdar and...
Oman welcomes Canada, Malta for intent to recognize Palestinian State
Muscat - The Sultanate of Oman on Thursday welcomed the announcement by the Prime Ministers of Canada and Malta regarding their countries' intent to recognize the State of Palestine.In a...
Over 400 expired tires seized in Dhofar
Salalah: In a major crackdown on unauthorized commercial practices, the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has seized more than 400 used and expired tires in the Dhofar Governorate. The operation is...
HM the Sultan meets UK Prime Minister
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik met with Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK). The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s Office in London today.The meeting reviewed...
National campaign to combat human trafficking launched
The National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking (NCCHT) has launched a three-month awareness campaign (Aman) to raise community awareness of the dangers of this crime, promote a culture of...
Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments' Arshad Mahmood named One of Oman’s Most Influential General Managers
Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Ghala Muscat is proud to announce that its General Manager, Arshad Mahmood, has been recognised as one of Oman’s Most Influential General Managers at the prestigious...
Oman welcomes UK intent to recognize Palestinian state
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has welcomed the announcement by Keir Starmer, British Prime Minister, of his country's intention to recognize the State of Palestine during the upcoming...
No new leaks detected in oil pollution on Salalah coasts
Salalah - The competent authorities in Dhofar Governorate continue to carry out intensive field operations to address the effects of recent oil pollution observed along the coast from Khor Salalah to...
ROP activates the system to protect human trafficking victims
Muscat: On the occasion of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) has called on everyone to report any suspicious acts or violations that may lead to...
Human trafficking: ROP cites illegal organ trade by 'tourists'
On the occasion of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the Royal Oman Police (ROP) has called on everyone to report any suspicious acts or violations that may lead to exploitation.In a...
Look out for Delta Aquariid Meteor shower today
The Delta Aquariid meteor shower will peak on the nights of Tuesday and Wednesday, July 29-30, after midnight until just before dawn, according to the Oman Society for Astronomy and Space. This is a...
Work progress of upcoming projects in Muttrah reviewed
Muscat - Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, conducted a field visit on Monday to inspect key upcoming projects in the Wilayat of Muttrah to ensure the commitment to...
MHT opens Meteorite Corner at Mandarin Oriental Hotel
The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism inaugurated the Meteorite Corner at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel on Monday as part of its efforts to utilize geological heritage and enhance the tourism and...
Arabian leopards in Oman saved from extinction with care
Muscat - The Royal Court Affairs (RCA) has succeeded in breeding Arabian leopards and protecting them from extinction by providing them with health care, nutrition, and a suitable environment for...
Marijuana smuggling foiled again at Salalah airport
The Directorate General of Customs, in cooperation with the General Directorate of Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Control, foiled an attempt to smuggle 6.5 kilograms of marijuana through...
Deadline nears to correct status of expat workers in Oman
The Ministry of Labour urged individuals, employers, and workers to correct their legal status by July 31, 2025, as no requests submitted after the deadline will be considered. What are...
Health insurance claims management firm established in Oman
The first company specializing in health insurance claims management company, was established today.Green Line Health Insurance Claims Management Company is the first Omani company licensed for this...
GCC countries record $587.8 billion in nominal GDP
Muscat - The latest data released by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-Stat) revealed that the nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the Gulf...
EA confirms oil spill on Salalah beach
The Environment Authority (EA) said that it is monitoring an oil spill on a beach in the city of Salalah in the Dhofar Governorate. The Authority began field surveys of the affected areas in...
L&T bags construction contract in Oman
The Buildings & Factories (B&F) vertical of India's Larsen and Toubro (L&T) has secured an order in Oman. The project encompasses the construction of three identical towers of G+8 floors, to...