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Author: Vinod Nair

Local 

Most activities resume

18/01/2021 Vinod Nair

The Supreme Committee on COVID-19 has so far opened eight packages of activities that were shut down at the onset

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Local 

Some sectors see recovery, others slow

17/01/202118/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Even as more activities were allowed to open under the eight package last week, businesses across sectors in Oman still

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Head stories Main 

Target groups to get second dose of vaccine

16/01/202117/01/2021 Vinod Nair

The second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine will be administered to the target groups from Sunday, said the Ministry of

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Local Main 

Nadhira al Harthy first Arab woman to summit Mount Ama Dablam

16/01/202116/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Oman’s Nadhira al Harthy has become the first Arab woman to reach the summit of Mount Ama Dablam (6,812 metres),

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Head stories 

UK-bound students told to follow PCR test rules

13/01/2021 Vinod Nair

To ensure smooth travel, Oman’s’ cultural attache in London has urged Omani and all students travelling to the country to

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Head stories Main 

Expats away from country for over 180 days need new job visa

12/01/202112/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Residents who have job visas but currently abroad over a certain period of time will be not allowed to board

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Head stories Main 

Omanisation plans for optical shops

11/01/202112/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Dr Mahad bin Said bin Ali Baowain, Minister of Labour, has issued decision No 7/2021 to regulate the practice of

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Local Main 

Clear steps, clear vision

10/01/202111/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Oman 2040 was developed in line with the Royal Directives of late His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, as a

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Uncategorized 

Nearly 15,000 people vaccinated in Oman

09/01/202109/01/2021 Vinod Nair Oman, vaccine

Muscat: More and more people are reportedly visiting health centers to get vaccinated, according to official sources. As of January

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Local 

Around 15,000 people vaccinated in Sultanate

09/01/202109/01/2021 Vinod Nair

More and more people are visiting health centres to get vaccinated, according to official sources. As of January 9, 14,980

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Local Main Uncategorized 

Current spell of cold wave in Oman to end tomorrow

09/01/202109/01/2021 Vinod Nair Oman weather

(Photo as received/twitter) Even as the current spell of the cold wave is expected to end by tomorrow, Saiq in

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Front Stories 

Joining hands for environment

08/01/202109/01/2021 Vinod Nair

The Sultanate has been working on the development of several nature reserves to boost sustainable tourism, economy, environment and to

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Local Main 

Omanisation of fuel station managers announced in the sultanate

07/01/202107/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Muscat: The Ministry of Labor and the Oman Society for Oil Services (OPAL) has launched an initiative to localize the

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Local Main 

New Covid-19 strain: MoH warns of increase in Covid-19 cases

06/01/202106/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Muscat: Muscat: The government on Tuesday warned of an increase in the number of cases as the Ministry of Health

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Local Main 

Oman to receive first cruise ship post COVID-19 travel restrictions

04/01/202105/01/2021 Vinod Nair

The Sultanate will receive its first cruise at the month-end, according to various sources following the cruise Itineraries. As per

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Front Stories Local 

Expats can change sponsor only after contract termination

04/01/202104/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Muscat: With the government’s decision to scrap the (No objection Certificate (NOC) rule for expatriate wishing to change sponsors or

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Local 

Vaccination gains momentum

02/01/202102/01/2021 Vinod Nair

Muscat: The nationwide vaccination campaign for COVID-19 launched in the country will complete a week tomorrow. Despite the scepticism and

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Environment Local 

EA: Ban on plastic bags based on studies

02/01/202102/01/2021 Vinod Nair Oman, Plastic

Muscat: The ban on single-use plastic shopping bags was implemented after a group of environmental studies proved its environmental impact

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Local 

Five-year plan to focus on skilled manpower: Govt

02/01/202102/01/2021 Vinod Nair Ministry of Economy

Muscat: The employment of national manpower figures among the most formidable socio-economic challenges, said the Ministry of Economy in its

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Front Stories Local 

Tenth five year plan targets 27,000 jobs annually

01/01/202102/01/2021 Vinod Nair Tenth five year plan

Muscat: The tenth five-year plan is expected to create 135,000 jobs at the rate of 27,000 jobs annually in the

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Head stories 

Tenth Five-Year Plan targets 3.5% growth in Sultanate’s GDP

01/01/2021 Vinod Nair

A growth of 3.5 per cent in the Sultanate’s GDP is one of the key targets of the 10th Five

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Can we find joy in going nowhere?
Blogs Books Main 

Can we find joy in going nowhere?

22/08/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on Can we find joy in going nowhere?
Feeling bored or sad ? Read this book
Blogs Books Main Weekend 

Feeling bored or sad ? Read this book

10/07/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on Feeling bored or sad ? Read this book
A peep into the world of wolves
Blogs Books 

A peep into the world of wolves

16/05/2020 Rasha al Raisi Comments Off on A peep into the world of wolves
THE FESTIVAL OF KNOWLEDGE
Books Front Stories Head stories 

THE FESTIVAL OF KNOWLEDGE

28/02/2020 Kabeer Yousuf Comments Off on THE FESTIVAL OF KNOWLEDGE
Austrian Handke and Pole Tokarczuk win Nobel prizes for literature
Books Main 

Austrian Handke and Pole Tokarczuk win Nobel prizes for literature

10/10/2019 Oman Observer Comments Off on Austrian Handke and Pole Tokarczuk win Nobel prizes for literature
Oman-based author launching haunting WWII themed book in Oman soon
Books Features 

Oman-based author launching haunting WWII themed book in Oman soon

27/03/2019 Kabeer Yousuf Comments Off on Oman-based author launching haunting WWII themed book in Oman soon

EnvironmentView All

Environment Society of Oman launches It’s Time campaign
Environment Local Main 

Environment Society of Oman launches It’s Time campaign

09/01/2021 Oman Observer Comments Off on Environment Society of Oman launches It’s Time campaign
EA: Ban on plastic bags based on studies
Environment Local 

EA: Ban on plastic bags based on studies

02/01/2021 Vinod Nair Comments Off on EA: Ban on plastic bags based on studies
New population of Blue Whales discovered in Western Indian Ocean
Environment Main 

New population of Blue Whales discovered in Western Indian Ocean

22/12/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on New population of Blue Whales discovered in Western Indian Ocean
New Zealand declares ‘climate emergency’
Environment Main World 

New Zealand declares ‘climate emergency’

02/12/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on New Zealand declares ‘climate emergency’
UK’s hydrogen car maker bets on green revolution
Environment World 

UK’s hydrogen car maker bets on green revolution

28/11/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on UK’s hydrogen car maker bets on green revolution

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Britain to restrict promotion of unhealthy food from April 2022
Health World 

Britain to restrict promotion of unhealthy food from April 2022

28/12/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on Britain to restrict promotion of unhealthy food from April 2022
Oman’s stereotactic body radiation therapy launched
Health Local Main 

Oman’s stereotactic body radiation therapy launched

08/12/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on Oman’s stereotactic body radiation therapy launched
Pfizer ends COVID-19 trial with 95% efficacy
CORONAVIRUS Health Main World 

Pfizer ends COVID-19 trial with 95% efficacy

18/11/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on Pfizer ends COVID-19 trial with 95% efficacy
Webinar highlights urgency of adopting personalised healthcare solutions
Health 

Webinar highlights urgency of adopting personalised healthcare solutions

07/10/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on Webinar highlights urgency of adopting personalised healthcare solutions
What is the best way to share out a future COVID-19 vaccine?
Health Weekend 

What is the best way to share out a future COVID-19 vaccine?

04/09/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on What is the best way to share out a future COVID-19 vaccine?

Auto

California to ban new gasoline-powered vehicles from 2035
Auto Environment World 

California to ban new gasoline-powered vehicles from 2035

24/09/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on California to ban new gasoline-powered vehicles from 2035
Toyota to offer cars in India on lease, subscription
Auto 

Toyota to offer cars in India on lease, subscription

20/08/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on Toyota to offer cars in India on lease, subscription
Ensure roadworthiness of  vehicles, avoid accidents
Auto 

Ensure roadworthiness of vehicles, avoid accidents

07/04/2020 Vinod Nair Comments Off on Ensure roadworthiness of vehicles, avoid accidents
Pre-owned vehicles: Coming of age in Oman
Auto Editor's choice Local 

Pre-owned vehicles: Coming of age in Oman

05/01/2020 Vinod Nair Comments Off on Pre-owned vehicles: Coming of age in Oman
Hyundai Motor 2017 net profit sinks
Auto Business 

Hyundai Motor 2017 net profit sinks

25/01/2018 Oman Observer Comments Off on Hyundai Motor 2017 net profit sinks

Gourmet

Korean culture exchanged through traditional cuisine called Hansik
Features Gourmet 

Korean culture exchanged through traditional cuisine called Hansik

22/11/2020 Kabeer Yousuf Comments Off on Korean culture exchanged through traditional cuisine called Hansik
JW Marriott Muscat opens newest dining hub Pink Salt
Features Gourmet 

JW Marriott Muscat opens newest dining hub Pink Salt

11/11/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on JW Marriott Muscat opens newest dining hub Pink Salt
French butcher seeks to carve out Unesco distinction
Features Gourmet 

French butcher seeks to carve out Unesco distinction

23/09/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on French butcher seeks to carve out Unesco distinction
Quinoa beetroot salad
Cook Like A Chef Features Gourmet 

Quinoa beetroot salad

13/09/2020 Oman Observer Comments Off on Quinoa beetroot salad
Al Bustan Palace’s Beach Pavilion Seafood Chowder
Cook Like A Chef Features Gourmet 

Al Bustan Palace’s Beach Pavilion Seafood Chowder

09/09/2020 Yeru Ebuen Comments Off on Al Bustan Palace’s Beach Pavilion Seafood Chowder

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