785 water licences issued in May
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources recently released statistics, shedding light on the water licensing landscape. According to the report, a substantial total of 785 water...
1st childhood conference to focus on national strategy for talented children
Oman Childhood Conference and Exhibition, which will be held for the first time in the Sultanate of Oman, will be held at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre from September 25 to 27 under the...
Dhofar, Musandam, S. Al Batinah win big projects
To spur urban growth in line with Oman Vision 2040, project proposals of three governorates were chosen in a contest.The chosen proposals are the Boulevard Spray project in Dhofar, Ames Bay...
Development projects to ensure sustainable cities
The contest for development project seeks to encourage the governorates to set up sustainable cities that are compatible with the National Strategy for Urban Development. It is also expected to boost...
RISE IN CYBER CRIME
Many people fall into the trap of electronic fraud, one of the most common electronic crimes at present.Electronic frauds use modern technology to deceive individuals or institutions and obtain...
Workers spared from heat stress
With the summer becoming harsher, the Ministry of Labour has implemented the policy of halting work in open sites, especially construction related work, during midday from June 1 till the end of...
Awareness must to check electronic fraud
Many people fall into the trap of electronic fraud, one of the most common electronic crimes nowadays. Electronic frauds use modern technology to deceive individuals or institutions and obtain...
Governmental efforts to promote entrepreneurship in Oman
SMEDA organised a workshop to review the government's initiatives in promoting entrepreneurship, with the participation of various entities supporting the entrepreneurship system. The workshop...
Shops found selling fake filters, water as coolant
Muscat: In a shocking disregard to safety and health of motorists, three auto parts shops in Al Dhahirah Governorate and another one in Barka were found selling fake engine filters and coloured...
Biological control effective in controlling pests in Dhofar
Biological control has proven successful in protecting agricultural crops from pests, as it contributes to restoring the natural balance of the environment and reducing the density of agricultural...
CPA launches drive to control supply of prohibited goods
Consumer Protection Authority launched a campaign titled 'Your awareness protects you' to limit the supply of prohibited goods.It is part of the efforts to control misuse by some suppliers and hold...
Vehicle care during summer
As the scorching heat of summer arrives, it is crucial to prepare vehicles to cope with the active heat waves. The intense heat can pose more dangers to both you and your car than you may realise.With...
Best practices for health and hygiene for mobile cafes and street vendors
A competition has been launched to promote the best health practices among mobile cafes and street vendors in the Wilayat of Salalah. The General Directorate of Health Affairs in Dhofar has announced...
MoCIIP cracks whip on shops for non-compliance of e-payment services
During a recent inspection campaign carried out by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP), it was found that 78 shops failed to comply with the requirement to provide...
Standardisation of Omani henna
Henna has been an integral part of Omani culture and beauty practices for centuries. Henna artistry, which involves intricate designs and decorations, has not lost its charm over time. On the...
Entrepreneurship cards: Implementation of regulations starts
Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) has started the implementation of regulations regarding the registration of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and the...
Focus on digital transformation in higher education
The two-day Future Universities Forum opened on Monday at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre saw participation of 31 institutions from the public and private sectors. The participants drawn...
ROP warns against crossing wadis
In the Sultanate of Oman, every adverse weather condition brings with it the temptation to cross the overflowing valleys, despite the risk it poses to one’s life and of others. Some people do it to...
Carnival highlights Musandam’s economic development
Musandam Carnival, a major promotional campaign for economic development of Musandam, began at Bussa Beach in the Wilayat of Khasab. The event, which runs from April 26-28, features a range of...
MoL announces 3,233 job rotation opportunities through Ejada
The Ministry of Labour (MoL) has announced the availability of 3,233 job rotation opportunities in 37 government units through the Ejada platform. The platform, which was launched in November 2022 as...