Beware of digital drugs
Digital drugs are a hidden danger that has not been recognised in the Arab world. Their effects are psychological, not chemical, and they may become the ‘heroin of the future.’ Digital drugs can...
candies with immoral pics seized in Nizwa
More than 3,000 candies with immoral pictures were seized in Nizwa, which is a clear violation of the Consumer Protection Law and its executive regulations.During inspection visits to stores and...
Omani media seeks to strengthen national unity, says minister
The Majlis Ash’shura on Monday hosted Dr Abdullah bin Nasser al Harrasi, Minister of Information, to discuss the ministry’s statement.In the statement, which coincided with the Council’s 8th...
MoSD, AGFUND inaugurate 'National Guides for Childhood'
The Ministry of Social Development (MoSD) on Sunday launched the 'National Guides for Childhood' as part of a project to improve services provided in nurseries in cooperation with the Arab Gulf...
Today last day to register for Imdad Hackathon
Muscat: April 18 is the last day to register for Imdad Hackathon for Food Safety and Quality, which is implemented by the Food Safety and Quality Center, aiming at embarking on the creative journey to...
Work to restore normalcy in full swing
Authorities removed rocks from the roads, drained water from flooded residential areas, and evacuated people from low-lying places as heavy rains lashed several governorates on Tuesday.The Ministry of...
Beware of electrical shocks during rain
With the instabilities in weather conditions that the Sultanate of Oman is witnessing, including rainfall, thunder, lightning, and various weather phenomena, anxiety and fear increases among everyone,...
Efforts on to reduce effects of weather conditions
The various sectors emanating from the National Committee for Emergency Management (NCEM) are fully prepared to provide assistance and to deal with the weather situation and are present in field...
Significance of group iftar in society
Social life in Oman is characterised by the presence of numerous customs and traditions that constitute the most important features of social life, including group iftars.The phenomenon of group iftar...
'Share the Pride' campaign highlights outstanding SMEs
The Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ASMED) launched a campaign 'Share the Pride in Ramadhan' to highlight outstanding small Omani companies.“We continue to highlight the...
KITCHEN SAFETY TIPS DURING RAMADHAN COOKING
During the sacred month of Ramadhan, the preparation of special Ramadhan cuisine sees a significant rise. However, this surge in culinary activity also heightens the risk of kitchen fires, primarily...
ASMED hosts sessions to inspire entrepreneurs
The Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ASMED) organised Entrepreneurship Talk on Tuesday. It discussed an entrepreneur’s journey, experiences and opportunities.The sessions...
A sound sleep is essential for a productive holy month
Getting enough sleep is important for maintaining our health and function well throughout the day. During the holy month, our normal sleep schedule can be disrupted by social gatherings and...
Maximising the benefits of Suhoor
During the sacred month of Ramadhan, suhoor meal holds a profound significance in preparing the body and mind for the day's fasting ahead. Suhoor should be treated like an early morning breakfast. In...
Electronic link initiative towards consumer safety by ROP, CPA
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority, in cooperation with the Royal Oman Police, have begun to use electronic link to the vehicle recall sector through the summons system on the authority’s...
Muscat tops in ASMED funded projects
The Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (ASMED) gave funds worth over RO 24 million to 244 projects through its lending portfolio Al Azm until the end of February.Industrial,...
Provision of Iftar meals is act of compassion
During Ramadhan, there are many initiatives to provide iftar meals to the needy people.These initiatives help the fasting people or the needy ones to break the fast on the go instead of rushing home...
Double joy of Ramadhan
The first day of Ramadhan presents double joy -- the joy of fasting and the joy of family gathering. The month of Ramadhan is an ideal opportunity to take advantage of its feasts with family and...
More than 1,000 bags, boxes of smokeless chewing tobacco seized
More than 1,000 pieces of smokeless chewing tobacco were seized in the South Al Batinah Governorate in Barka, as part of the efforts made by the Consumer Protection Authority to control prohibited...
Strategies to enhance, empower national products bear fruits
While the Sultanate of Oman seeks to strengthen the national industry and protect it from unfair competition to ensure material gains for the national economy, Omani products are witnessing a renewed...