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The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs, is taking part in the three-day Umrah and Ziyarah Forum in Madinah under the auspices of Salman bin Sultan al Saud,...

Smitten by the hospitality of the people of the Sultanate of Oman, an Iranian family is on bicycles exploring the innate beauty and experiencing the warmth of welcoming people across the country.The...

All travelers to Sri Lanka must carry an e-visa for entry, according to a statement from the Sri Lankan Embassy in Muscat.The island nation had earlier discontinued the previous visa scheme,...

With vast seafront area and projects overlooking the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea, the Sultanate of Oman has a great potential to develop water metro taxi service capitalising on the increasing...

MUSCAT: As many as 16 football teams from across the country will keep the ball rolling at the whistles on Wednesday and Thursday at the Basher Club Stadium, thanks to the first of its kind ‘Soccer...

MUSCAT, APRIL 21Oman began digitiation march much earlier than many in the region and is on the right track in terms of digitizing the economy at par with the Vision 2040 which envisions a digital...

People joined hands with the Civil Defence and Ambulances Authority (CDAA), the Royal Oman Police (ROP) and Muscat municipality in removing the debris and cleaning the premises that were devastated by...

Whether you are a passionate farmer or a novice wondering how to cultivate fruits and vegetables for one's own needs, a group of people will support you with seeds, fertiliser and expertise.Meet the...

Hundreds of commercial outlets in the traditional Muttrah Souq remained closed on Wednesday as the gushing water in the aftermath of the Tuesday rains made passage into the paved souq near to...

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) existing between the College of Banking and Financial Studies (CBFS) and the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) has been renewed for a...

Taking preventive measures against flash floods can alleviate the depth of damages, as they are swifter, unpredictable, dangerous and happen within a short time, according to experts.While developing...

The Sultanate of Oman bade adieu to the children who lost their lives to flood floods on Sunday as prayers and condolences poured in from different corners of the society.Dr Ahmed al Budhaini,...

Huda bint Salim al Mahrouqiyah has become the first Omani woman heavy duty truck driver under the 'Women On Wheels’ programme of ReadyMix Muscat, a member of Holcim group.Her induction and...

MUSCAT: Oman will take part in the Al Ula Camel Cup, the world’s most prestigious and the pinnacle of camel racing to be held from April 24 to 27, according to sources from the racing...

The Civil Defence and Ambances Authority (CDAA) has sounded caution to safeguard children against drowning as heavy rains and adverse climatic conditions are forecast for Monday.This comes in the wake...

Nearly 150 labourers from different countries of the world who are financially not well to celebrate Eid were given a set of clothes, thanks to the initiative of a group of Pakistani nationals.The...

An unprecedented number of people thronged to the largest zoo in Oman on the second day of Eid as it had a soft opening in Ibra, adding yet another milestone to the national tourism.'Safari World',...

The first day of Eid al Fitr was celebrated with mass prayers across Oman on Wednesday.Citizens and residents of Oman after completing 29 days of fasting during the holy month of Ramadhan were in an...

Over time, the fashion landscape for women in Oman has experienced significant shifts, influenced by globalization, cultural preservation efforts, and the growth of the fashion industry.Traditionally,...

The first day of Eid al Fitr in Oman will be on Wednesday, the Main Moon Sighting Committee announced on Tuesday.The committee was headed by Dr Mohammed bin Said bin Khalfan al Maamari, Minister of...