Taqah Castle: A historical gem reveals its splendour to the public
Taqah Castle in the Dhofar Governorate has opened its doors to the public following an extensive restoration and maintenance project, coinciding within the Khareef Dhofar season.Taqah Castle,...
The plastic polluter you can reuse
It is universally known that vehicles that work by internal combustion engines, gasoline, diesel and gas cause air pollution, but a new report revealed that tires and brakes cause more pollution than...
Oman showcases rich heritage of frankincense
The Sultanate of Oman is participating in the Omani Frankincense Exhibition in Geneva, with the aim of highlighting and promoting Omani frankincense as a product and a geographical indication.The...
Khareef Dhofar - Stay safe
The Khareef atmosphere in Dhofar Governorate attract a large number of visitors from inside and outside the Sultanate of Oman. Therefore, for your safety and the safety of those with you during a trip...
Namaa promotes growth, sustainability of SMEs in Dhofar
With more than RO 2 million, Namaa Dhofar Services promotes the growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Dhofar Governorate.This came within the framework of partnership...
Khareef Dhofar offers many new entertainment opportunities
Dhofar Municipality announced activity details of Khareef Dhofar, which will start on July 15 and continue until August 31. The emphasis will be on the continuity of the signature season of Dhofar and...
Oman powers ahead with e-car revolution
With the rapid global expansion of the electric car market, there is a noticeable disparity between the growth of the industry and the rate at which people are adopting this transformative technology....
'Rifi' empowers rural women for self-employment
MUSCAT: The first batch of women trained under the 'Rifi' products programme are all set to engage in self-employment. The programme is a joint venture of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and...
CPA holds meeting to ensure a safe market, raise legal awareness
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) organised a joint meeting with suppliers under the slogan 'Together for a Safe Market for All' in the presence of Sulayem bin Ali bin Sulayem al...
How to swim safe and avoid rip currents
Muscat: The recent cases of drowning in the Sultanate of Oman have increased the state of alertness of the rescue teams of the Civil Defence and Ambulance Department in various governorates.Statistics...
OIA, SMEDA initiate programme to support SMEs
Oman Investment Authority (OIA) and the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) signed a cooperation programme to maximise local content and support small and medium enterprises and...
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...