Oman, Uzbekistan explore stronger economic and investment ties

Muscat- The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Uzbekistan held official talks on Tuesday to boost cooperation in investment, industry and trade. H E Qais bin Mohammed al Yousef, Minister of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, received...

Oman's most expensive penthouse sold for over OMR 2 million

Muscat: The Arc at The Sustainable City – Yiti has set a new national record with the sale of Oman’s most expensive penthouse, priced at over OMR 2 million. This landmark transaction was part of a surge in early demand that has driven total phase...

Oman: Forum looks at importance of emotional intelligence

The opening ceremony for the two-day event was held under the auspices of HH Sayyid Marwan bin Turki al Said, Governor of Dhofar. - ONA SALALAH: The Oman Society for Human Resource Management (OSHRM), in partnership with the Ministry of Labour,...

Oman: Nama Dhofar connects rural areas to main grid in Net Zero push

SALALAH: Nama Dhofar Services has completed awarding all tenders to connect rural areas powered by diesel generation plants to the main electricity grid in Dhofar Governorate, in a move seen as a major milestone toward Oman’s Net Zero 2050 target....

Oman’s Health Minister conducts surprise visit to private pharmacy in Sohar

MUSCAT – His Excellency Dr. Hilal bin Ali Al Sabti, Minister of Health, carried out a surprise visit to a private pharmacy in Sohar on Tuesday, August 19, as part of the Ministry’s ongoing field inspections to monitor the enforcement of...

Oman flight suspension: IndiGo suspends Muscat–Kannur flights citing low seasonal demand

IndiGo suspends Muscat–Kannur route effective immediately/Image: File India’s largest budget airline, IndiGo, has temporarily suspended its Muscat-Kannur direct flight service, citing low passenger demand during the off-peak season. The indefinite...

Oman’s SAI to launch ‘Govern It Smartly’ hackathon in Salalah

MUSCAT – The hackathon is part of a broader initiative to promote governance and transparency, and support efficient management of investment resources across the governorates. The launch of the hackathon will coincide with a national symposium on...

Oman’s Shura Council discusses key amendments to GCC Unified Customs Law

MUSCAT – The draft law, referred by the government to the Council for review, introduces significant amendments to the current law. They include: rephrasing of chapter titles in the existing law, revising or repealing certain outdated definitions,...

Oman oil price rises 46 cents

Asyad Ports invites consultants for Suwaiq Port expansion in Oman

Oman’s Asyad Ports has invited consultants for conducting geotechnical investigations for expanding the Suwaiq Port located in the North Al Batinah Governorate. The investigations are a precursor to obtain environmental permits for the expansion,...

Euromoney awards Bank Muscat the 'Best Bank in Oman' title

Muscat: In recognition of its outstanding achievements and leadership in providing best-in-class banking services and facilities to both individual and corporate customers, Bank Muscat, the leading financial services provider in the Sultanate of...

Cloud flow continues across Oman; Dhofar sees rainfall of varying intensity

MUSCAT – According to the Oman Meteorology Department, radar images indicate rainfall of varying intensity along the coastal strip of Dhofar Governorate and the adjacent mountains, with some areas experiencing thunderstorms. Authorities have urged...

Nominations Open for ‘HerStory Oman Summit 2025’ Awards

MUSCAT : The site – accessible at https://herstoryoman.com/ – allows anyone to easily nominate a deserving candidate in a simple, four-step process. Set under the theme ‘Leading the Charge’, the HerStoryOman Summit 2025 will take place in Muscat,...

Yango launches enhanced commuting experience in Oman with Transport Service

Muscat: Yango Group, a global technology company, today launched its Transport Service in Muscat. Integrated into the Yango Superapp, this free feature delivers public transport routes and schedules, empowering residents and visitors to navigate...

Heavy rainfall forecast across parts of Oman

Muscat: The National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) issued a weather alert on heavy rainfall expected over several governorates from Wednesday to Thursday, August 20–21. According to the alert,...

Weather alert: Heavy rainfall expected across several governorates in Oman

MUSCAT – The alert, issued through Met department’s National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Center, heavy rainfall ranging between 20 to 50 mm, accompanied by thundershowers and strong downdraft winds, is expected over the governorates of Dhofar, Al...

Royal Oman Police airlifts three after rollover accident in Oman’s Jaalan Bani Bu Ali

MUSCAT — Police aviation units carried out a medical evacuation operation on Tuesday after three citizens were severely injured in a vehicle rollover accident in the Ras Al Ruwais area of Jaalan Bani Bu Ali. The injured were transported by air to...

Oman pavilion at Expo 2025 Oska captivates thousands everyday

Muscat – Oman’s pavilion at World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan has witnessed overwhelming response from international visitors since its opening on April 13 with over 5,000 to 6,000 people visiting daily. Located in the ‘Saving Lives’ zone of the...

Oman withdraws from Asia Cup hockey tournament in India

Muscat – Oman has withdrawn from the Asia Cup hockey tournament scheduled in Bihar, India from August 29. Pakistan has also pulled out amid reported political tensions. Bangladesh and Kazakhstan will replace Pakistan and Oman, respectively,...

Oman braces for unstable weather through Friday

Muscat – Oman Meteorology issued its second weather report on Tuesday warning of unstable conditions across the sultanate till Friday, August 22. According to the report, the country is currently affected by an upper-level trough, accompanied by...