Oman’s e-commerce fuel economic growth

Muscat: Oman is experiencing rapid growth in its online freelancing sector, propelled by shifts in the global labor market and an increasing embrace of the digital economy. This transformation is strongly supported by national strategies designed...

Oman’s GDP grows 4.7% in Q1 2025, powered by non-oil surge and natural gas boom

Muscat: According to preliminary figures from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), the uptick in GDP was fueled by a 4.1% rise in non-oil activities, which contributed RO 7.13 billion in Q1 2025, compared to RO 6.85 billion...

Rising demand for freelance digital work in Oman

Muscat: Oman is witnessing rapid growth in its freelance digital work sector, fueled by shifts in the global job market and digital economy trends. This surge is supported by national initiatives designed to empower youth and offer sustainable...

Indian expat caught in Oman with illegal alcohol stockpile in private car

Oman’s dentists launch cricket team for well-being and unity

Muscat: The newly formed Dental Dynamos cricket team aims to promote both physical fitness and mental well-being among dental professionals, offering a refreshing break from the clinical grind. The team brings together a diverse mix of talent —...

Tunisia: Recruitment of teachers in the Sultanate of Oman… The ATCT continues to accept applications

Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp The Recruitment Committee of the Ministry of Education of the Sultanate of Oman continues to accept applications and organize tests for teachers (men only) in the fields of mathematics, physics, biology,...

OMANI DOCTORS GRADUATE IN CYPRUS

NICOSIA: The Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in the Republic of Cyprus celebrated the graduation of several Omani students who earned Bachelor's degrees in Human Medicine and Biomedical Sciences from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of...

Oman wins 6 awards at Tunis Arab Radio & TV Festival

TUNIS: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Information, swept six prizes at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival in Tunis. Oman Radio earned two golds for ‘Shadows of Mercy,’ a biographical series on legendary charitable...

Omani flavours captivate Mark Wiens

It began with a brief visit in 2016, but something about Oman lingered in the memory of Mark Wiens, the world-renowned travel and food vlogger and a full time travel eater. Known for his passionate reactions, on-the-ground street food adventures...

Oman U-23 gears up for Asian qualifiers

MUSCAT, JUNE 27 The newly elected Oman Football Association Chairman, Sayyid Sulaiman bin Hamood al Busaidy, attended the Olympic football team training sessions on Thursday at Royal Oman Court Affairs stadium in Al Khoudh, as part of the team’s...

Oman’s first green ammonia project begins receiving key cargo

MUSCAT, JUNE 27 Project cargo has begun arriving at the Special Economic Zone at Duqm (SEZAD) for Oman’s first green hydrogen and ammonia venture — a landmark initiative set to kickstart the Sultanate of Oman’s gigawatt-scale green energy...

Omani Rial to Pakistani rupee rate; June 27, 2025

The Omani Rial (OMR) is trading at a rate of Rs 747.9 against the Pakistani Rupee (PKR) in the open market on Wednesday, June 27. The buying and selling rates for OMR were recorded at Rs 738.95 and Rs 747.9, respectively. The exchange rates for...

Oman's 'Dhamani' platform revolutionises health insurance with record activity in 2025

Muscat: The National Health Insurance Platform “Dhamani” has released its operational report for the first half of 2025, revealing a surge in activity that underscores its growing role in streamlining health insurance services across the Sultanate...

Oman Becomes First Gulf Nation to Introduce Personal Income Tax from 2028

Oman, which is still heavily reliant on oil revenue, has been working on fiscal reforms over the past few years. In 2020, it launched a medium-term fiscal programme designed to reduce public debt, broaden revenue sources, and encourage economic...

President Radev Expresses Gratitude for Oman's Key Role in Freeing Bulgarian Crew of Galaxy Leader

President Rumen Radev Friday met with Yousuf Ahmed Hamed Aljabri, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman in Vienna and accredited to Bulgaria, who handed him a written message on behalf of Sultan Haitham bin Tariq, the head of State's press...

Ukrainian poultry products gained access to Oman market

Ukraine Poultry meat It is the export of poultry meat, offal and other products from Ukraine to the Sultanate of Oman. This step was made possible after the veterinary requirements and the form of the relevant certificate were agreed upon between...

Oman: CAA records $272mln in 2024 revenue, highlights global safety rankings

Muscat – The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) announced on Wednesday that it recorded revenues amounting to RO105 million in 2024, underscoring its operational efficiency and financial sustainability. The announcement was made during the Authority’s...

Fishermen on Oman boat held guilty of illegally entering Indian waters

Oman shines as Guest of Honour at Algiers International Fair

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman’s pavilion is making a vibrant impression at the 56th Algiers International Fair, where Oman is this year’s guest of honour. The pavilion beautifully reflects the country's economic and cultural identity through its...

Oman wins six awards at Arab Radio and TV Festival in Tunisia

TUNISIA: Oman Radio led the nation’s triumph, securing two gold awards for its standout program “Shadows of Mercy”. The program earned top honours in the Arab Charity Work Icons Competition, highlighting the legacy of a noble Arab figure known for...