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SALALAH: HH Sayyid Marwan bin Turki al Said, Governor of Dhofar, today felicitated outstanding students who excelled in exams of the General Education Diploma (GED) in the governor...
Read the full brief →SALALAH: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, will host a delegation from the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization...
Muscat: As part of the regulatory efforts accompanying the 'Back to School' campaign, the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) seized the non-compliant products and took the necessa...
The Public Prosecution of Oman has released a new issue of its magazine, Society and Law, which features specialized articles and addresses critical issues facing the community.Thi...
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MUSCAT : Bilarab bin Haitham Initiatives will hold the fifth edition of Muscat Art from October 28 to 30 in partnership with the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, featuring works by more than 300 artists, Oman News Agency reported on Sunday. The exhibition aims to support artists, showcase their work and make art accessible to … The post Bilarab bin…
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik will pay a State Visit to the United Kingdom (UK), starting from Monday. This came in a statement issued by the Diwan of Royal Court.“In reinfo...
MUSCAT: Bilarab bin Haitham Initiatives, in partnership with Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, announced the organisation of the fifth edition of the Muscat Art Exhibition 202...
The Ministry of Interior announced that October 31 has been set as the final date to submit (Municipal Councils Elections) voters' registration applications or to transfer voters'...
MUSCAT : His Highness Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said will accompany His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on his state visit to the United Kingdom on Monday, marking his first visit alongside His Majesty since assuming the role of Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs. The visit, beginning October 19 at the invitation of … The post HH Sayyid…
RAWALPINDI : Pakistan skipper and batting star Babar Azam became the fifth player from his country to reach the 16,000 international runs. Babar achieved this milestone during his side’s tri-nation series match against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi. The tri-nation series at home also features England. Babar scored 45 in 57 balls, with six fours at a … The post…
MUSCAT: Culture bridges distances between nations, brings peoples closer together, and plays a role in building relationships and partnerships, in addition to its influence in fost...
MUSCAT, OCT 18Students who missed out on a place in the first round of higher education admissions have until Saturday, October 24, to apply for 2,894 seats in the second round for...
MAQSHIN: The Ministry of Information opened a radio transmission station in the Wilayat of Maqshin in Dhofar Governorate on Sunday, extending Oman Radio coverage to areas along the...
MUSCAT: Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) opened its Sustainable Energy Research Centre Laboratory on Sunday, a facility of about 774 square metres built with an investment of nearly...
SUHAR: Sohar University has been ranked 65th in the QS Arab Region University Rankings 2027, a rise of 16 places from 81st last year and 35 places from 100th in the 2025 edition.Th...
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Agriculture of the Lebanese Republic in the field...
SALT LAKE CITY: Dr Mohammed bin Said al Maamari, Minister of Awqaf and Religious Affairs, called on G20 leaders to adopt energy and development policies that safeguard supply secur...
MUSCAT : A tropical depression over the southwestern Arabian Sea is expected to move towards the Horn of Africa, with no direct impact on Oman forecast over the next five days, the Civil Aviation Authority said on Sunday. The system was centred at latitude 7.7 degrees north and longitude 59.0 degrees east, with wind speeds … The post Tropical depression…
MUSCAT: The second War Course began on Sunday at the National Defence College (NDC) at the Academy for Strategic and Defence Studies in Bait Al Falaj Camp for a number of senior of...
MUSCAT, Oct 18Salalah Airport on Saturday received the first charter flight directly from Hungary, carrying 182 tourists, coinciding with the resumption of the winter tourism fligh...
MUSCAT: Her Highness Sayyidah Zayana bint Ali al Said has been appointed Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Middle East and North Africa Association of Air Safety Investi...
MUSCAT: Omani handicrafts can preserve Oman’s cultural identity while reaching global markets by blending traditional techniques with contemporary design, quality and innovative ma...
MANAMA: Oman took part on Sunday in the 168th session of the Ministerial Council of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), held in Bahrain.The Omani delegation was headed by Shaikh Ab...
MUSCAT : According to the authority, the consumer had entered into an agreement with the establishment to carry out contracting work in line with specific measurements and specifications. However, the completed work did not conform to the agreed requirements, prompting the consumer to file a complaint.The CPA handled the complaint and facilitated an…
MUSCAT : The memorandum was signed on behalf of the Ministry by His Excellency Dr. Saud Hamoud Al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, and on the Lebanese side by His Excellency Dr. Nizar Youssef Hani, Minister of Agriculture.The Memorandum of Understanding aims to enhance joint cooperation between the two countries in the … The…
MUSCAT : A high-level delegation of senior royals, ministers and officials will accompany His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik on a state visit to the United Kingdom on Monday, as the two countries seek to deepen trade, expand investment and strengthen defence cooperation. The visit, beginning October 19 at the invitation of King Charles III, … The post…
PARIS : The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Omani Products Promotion Supervisory Team (OPEX), is making its debut at SIAL Paris 2026 in France with a national pavilion bringing together four government entities, alongside seven Omani food industry companies. The participation aims to showcase the quality of national products, expand their presence in…
MUSCAT : Laila bint Ali Al Batashi, Director of Ports and Maritime Docks Department at the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, said vessel calls at Omani seaports and marine terminals outside port boundaries exceeded 11,000 between January and the end of August 2026, compared with 8,793 during the same period in 2025.Container…
NAGOYA : As the Asian Para Games opening ceremony gets underway in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on Sunday, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi welcomed all the athletes and officials from across Asia. She praised the athletes’ determination and resilience, acknowledged the support of their families and teams, and expressed hope that the seven-day competition,…
MUSCAT — The municipality said eight establishments were inspected as part of ongoing efforts to ensure food safety and compliance with health regulations. One health violation was recorded during the inspection campaign. The post Over 16,200 kg of unfit food destroyed in Oman’s South Sharqiyah appeared first on The Arabian Stories News .
MUSCAT : Al Mouj Muscat, Oman’s premier lifestyle and waterfront destination, joined forces with the Oman Cancer Association (OCA) this month to mobilise support for breast cancer awareness and fundraising. Through the Pinktober Market at Al Mouj Walk and the Al Mouj Golf Pink Walk, the partnership brought the community together to support the…
MUSCAT — The first phase covers zones 4 and 5 and extends over 268 metres. The project is designed to reduce future damage and improve the durability of coastal infrastructure in the wilayat. Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Nabhani, a roads engineer at Muscat Municipality, pointed out that the work includes rehabilitating rock protection structures, constructing…
MUSCAT — The arrests were carried out by the Musandam Governorate Police Command, according to the ROP. Legal procedures are being completed against those arrested, the police said. The post 11 expats arrested in Musandam for illegal entry into Oman appeared first on The Arabian Stories News .
MUSCAT — According to the data released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), Oman’s gross domestic product (GDP) also increased by 25.6 percent year-on-year, reaching RO12.8689 billion in the second quarter of 2026, up from RO10.2497 billion in the corresponding period of 2025. Despite the growth in value added, the number of … The…
MUSCAT, OCT 18Oman has identified a broad range of industrial, technological, energy and other activities of special economic significance as eligible for income tax exemptions und...
Economy & FinanceMUSCAT, OCT 18Oman’s decision not to extend Salalah Port Services Company’s operating concessions beyond November 1, 2028 has put the treatment of about $200 million in leased equi...
Economy & FinanceMUSCAT: Value added by active private-sector enterprises in Oman rose 31.2 per cent year on year to RO 10,655.4 million in the second quarter of 2026, despite a decline in the numb...
Economy & FinanceBUSINESS REPORTERMUSCAT, OCT 18The Sultanate of Oman is preparing to extend its Local Content Certificate to government entities subject to the Tenders Law in 2027, as it seeks to...
Economy & FinanceMUSCAT – The data was shared by the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, covering figures up to July 2026. The manufacturing sector contributed about 13 percent of the GCC’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2025, highlighting its role in supporting economic growth, diversifying national economies and increasing ……
Muscat: The National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre has detected a tropical depression over the southwestern Arabian Sea, with no direct impact expected on the Sultanate of Oman...
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Five new pacts expanding the arbitration network, plus a student competition, indicate efforts to attract investments and enhance dispute resolution infrastructure.
Reports from Oman indicate positive reception to HM Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s state visits by Botswana and Angolan communities, suggesting momentum for deeper engagement.
Oman extends formal greetings through its ambassador; potential to build ongoing bilateral ties.
