Plans to register new nature reserve sites
The Environment Authority has submitted six proposals discussed by the National Committee for Reserves to register sites for new nature reserves in the Governorates of Oman, which are in the process...
Food for thought
With the exams nearing for the students, they need proper nutrition. So, parents need to be careful while offering food to their children.To be focused on studies, it is advisable to avoid fatty and...
Media consumption: TV, radio, print still popular
A recent survey conducted by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) had a variable response from the respondents regarding their source of reliable media.Most of the respondents...
Biofuel use set to redefine transport dynamics
MUSCAT: The use of biofuel by Mwasalat may well define the future of fuel in public as well as general transport. The Oman National Transport Company's Mwasalat took its first trip from Sultan Qaboos...
Follow these simple steps for treatment abroad
To bring more transparency and simplicity, the Ministry of Health (MoH) has announced new guidelines for citizens seeking treatment abroad.MoH’s Department of Treatment Abroad Affairs said...
Zero-paper poll evokes praise
Zero-paper Municipal Council elections drew appreciation from voters, electoral officers and other stakeholders.Addressing a press conference, Khalid bin Hilal al Busaidy, Under-Secretary, Ministry of...
No need to fear about organ donation
Organ transplantation is a blessing for a large number of patients, especially those with liver and kidney failure.One deceased organ donor can save up to eight lives.The donation during life is for...
Effective, secure app for municipal councils voting
A first-of-its-kind electronic voting system with a high level of security is in place for 731,767 voters for the municipal council's third term. Among the eligible voters, 347,965 are women, and...
MoCIIP warns of action against e-payments
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) found 140 violations regarding the non-availability of electronic payment services at commercial establishments.A decision was made...
Boost to start-ups in line with Vision 2040
Start-ups in Oman are growing at a rate of 10 per cent every year, according to a top official. Speaking at the first-of-its-kind Investment and Start-Up Summit in Muscat on Monday, Halima bint...
Now you can visit Qatar without Hayya card
Omani citizens and residents can visit Qatar without Hayya card. However, for those who wish to watch matches must register in the portal.The Qatari Ministry of Interior announced that the citizens...
Winter Nights Festival to boost SMEs
Winter Nights Festival, one of the economic stimulus initiatives for small and medium enterprises, started at Al Mouj Golf Square on Tuesday.The festival is an initiative of the Ministry of Economy in...
Made-in-Oman buses commute World Cup fans in Qatar
Buses made in the Sultanate of Oman are proving to be one of the most prominent means of transport to commute fans in the Qatar World Cup.The bus project is part of a strategic investment initiative...
600 Omani youth volunteers engaged at Qatar World Cup
Omani volunteers are part of the Sultanate of Oman’s initiative to ensure the success of the Qatar World Cup 2022. For this, 600 Omani youths have taken up the task of voluntary service and are...
Football Fans Festival kicks off
Football Fans Festival has started at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre with the opening of the World Cup on Sunday. The festive mood is there due to the Gulf region being the first venue for...
Oman improves food security ratings
Projects promoting agriculture, livestock and fisheries are the Sultanate of Oman's priority to ensure food security in the country.The stress has been there on food security through several projects...
Youth Empowerment and Oman Vision 2040
Youth Empowerment has emerged as a major element in the Oman Vision 2040 after the accession of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. One of the most important pillars of Vision 2040 is community...
93% rise in number of visitors
Data released by ForwardKeys showed that Oman registered a 93-per cent increase in the number of international visitors to tourist destinations, since the start of September 2022 until now, compared...
AI contest winners to get financial, technical support
Dr Rahma bint Ibrahim al Mahrouqiyah, Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, presented cash awards to winners of the Artificial Intelligence Talents Competition 2022 in Muscat on...
Feeding of birds in public places a nuisance
Feeding of birds in public places may not turn out to be an act of kindness. It spoils the area with droppings and attracts rodents. Experts say it is also harmful to birds as it expose them to a host...