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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...
MUSCAT: Satellite imagery and weather analyses of the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre (NMHEWC) have shown the presence of a tropical depression presently located southwe...
MUSCAT — The decree is based on the Basic Statute of the State, the Omani Nationality Law promulgated by Royal Decree No. 17/2025, and the requirements of the public interest. Under Article I of the decree, Omani nationality is reinstated to those whose names appear in the attached list. Article II stipulates that the decree … The post His Majesty Sultan…
MUSCAT : Malayalam theatre and cultural performances took centre stage at Spandanam 2026, a community celebration organised by Nanma Kasaragod at Al Falaj Grand Sphere in Ruwi. The event brought together members of Oman’s Kasaragod community, guests and well-wishers for a programme celebrating the region’s artistic traditions and strengthening ties among…
MUSCAT : Citizens wishing to register in the electoral register or transfer their existing registration from one wilayat to another must submit their applications by Saturday, October 31, through the Intikhab application or the official elections website, elections.om. For all the latest news from Oman and GCC, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn,…
MUSCAT : According to the ROP, the Directorate for Combatting Drugs and Psychotropic Substances at the Al Dhahirah Governorate Police Command carried out the arrest. For all the latest news from Oman and GCC, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn, like us on Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube page, which is updated daily. The post Expat arrested…
PORTIMÃO : Oman’s Ahmad Al Harthy ended his GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup campaign with a third-place Bronze Cup finish at Portimão on Saturday, securing Oman Racing by Century Motorsport’s second podium of the season. Al Harthy shared the No.42 BMW M4 GT3 EVO with Javier Sagrera and Calan Williams in the three-hour race … The post Oman’s Ahmad…
MUSCAT : The agreement will enable passengers to travel to Helsinki via London Heathrow, where Oman Air operates 11 weekly flights from its hubs in Muscat and London.The partnership also covers Finnair flights from Paris, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Milan and Rome to its Helsinki hub, giving travellers from Oman greater access to Finland and ……
MUSCAT : The survey will run until November 30, 2026, and will target beneficiaries of telecommunications services across the Sultanate.According to the TRA, data will be collected through telephone calls. Beneficiaries can expect calls related to the survey from the designated number, 2269111.The survey aims to measure overall satisfaction with…
MUSCAT: Dr Abdullah bin Nasser al Harrasi, Minister of Information, praised the Oman Observer’s role as a voice of Oman during a visit to the newspaper’s editorial office on Sunday...
Society & Quality of LifeMUSCAT: Dr Abdullah bin Nasser al Harrasi, Minister of Information, praised the Oman Observer’s role as a voice of Oman during a visit to the newspaper’s editorial office on Sunday...
Society & Quality of LifeMUSCAT : The ROP stated that its North Al Batinah Governorate Police Command had apprehended the women and was completing the legal procedures against them. For all the latest news from Oman and GCC, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn, like us on Facebook and subscribe to our YouTube page, which is updated daily. The post Several expat women…
WINDSOR : Omani and British flags lined the streets of Windsor on Sunday as Britain prepared to welcome His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, who will begin a state visit to the United Kingdom on October 19. The visit, at the invitation of King Charles III, will highlight the longstanding friendship between Oman and Britain … The post Windsor flies Omani…
MUSCAT : Oman’s Ministry of Social Development honoured 30 Omani women working in the energy, minerals and environment sectors as part of celebrations marking Omani Women’s Day, Oman News Agency reported. The women were recognised for their professional contributions, efforts across their respective fields and role in supporting the country’s development.…
MUSCAT: Muscat Municipality is carrying out a 3 million RO project to repair coastal protection structures along Muttrah’s seafront road, strengthening its protection against waves...
SOHAR : Oman began the second phase of a national programme to identify talented students in North Al Batinah on Sunday, assessing 266 sixth-grade pupils from 40 schools across the governorate, Oman News Agency reported. The initiative, part of the fifth edition of the National Programme for Identifying Talented Students, known as “Tharwa 5”, aims … The…
NEW DELHI : Charles Matata clinched the men’s elite title at the 21st edition of the Delhi Half Marathon on Sunday, setting a new course record of 58:52 and eclipsing the previous mark of 58:53 set by Ethiopia’s Amedework Walelegn in 2020 by one second.Matata delivered a strong performance to claim the top spot in … The post Charles Matata breaks course…
NEW DELHI : A day after winning the U-16 doubles title, Haryana’s Khushi Kadian completed a hattrick at the 31st Fenesta Open National Tennis Championship on Saturday by winning the Girls U-16 and U-16 singles titles to cap an extraordinary week. Kadian began the day with a hard-fought 7-6 (7-3), 7-5 win over Ranjhana Sangram in … The post Khushi Kadian…
MANCHESTER : Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool continued their solid Premier League runs with wins on an action-packed Saturday. At Etihad Stadium, Manchester City played out a 3-2 thriller against Ipswich Town, while Chelsea entered top four with a 2-0 win over Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium. Brentford led against Liverpool at the first half,…
The Italian Language Lectureship presentation will be held at the Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) as part of the ongoing ‘Italian Language Week in the World 2026’, the annual initia...
MUSCAT : Salalah Port Services Company will continue operating the Port of Salalah until November 1, 2028, under its existing concession agreement, Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology said. In a notice issued following a disclosure by the company, the ministry reaffirmed that port operations and development activities…
Egypt will provide Saudi Arabia with all necessary and possible support to defend its security and stability, its presidency said on Sunday.President Abdel Fattah a...
Omani-British relations draw their historical roots from the convergence of two maritime powers in the Indian Ocean, a beginning embodied in the Treaty of 1800 that enshrined a fra...
Windsor: Preparations are underway in the friendly United Kingdom to welcome His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, who is paying a state visit in response to a invitation extended...
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, is hosting the 6th Session of the International Date Council, with partici...
Muscat: Salalah Port Services Company SAOG has announced that it has received formal notification from the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT),...
Economy & FinanceSUR — Karthick C.S. claimed three boys’ singles titles to lead the winners at the inaugural Falcon Sur Cup, which concluded at Falcon Badminton Academy in Senaya, Sur, on October 16. Karthick swept the Under-13, Under-15 and Under-17 categories, beating Mighael Stephenraj 21-18 in the Under-17 final to cap his tournament. Organised by Falcon for … The post…
Baghdad: The session is being held under the theme, “Dialogue and Solidarity are Two Essential Pillars for Promoting Peace and Sustainable Development.” The meeting brings together representatives of OIC member states to discuss ways of strengthening joint Islamic action and enhancing consultation and coordination among member countries. The two-day…
MUSCAT: Oman is facing the prospect of wetter-than-usual conditions in its northern regions and higher temperatures across the country in the coming months, with a strengthening El...
MUSCAT: Several international media professionals and trainers said that Omani women serve as role models in the nation’s development. They have successfully established their pres...
Omani women have immense opportunities to advance in education, leadership, digital technology and entrepreneurship while remaining rooted in their cultural identity and values, sa...
WASHINGTON, DC: The Sultan Qaboos Cultural Centre (SQCC), in collaboration with the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Washington, DC, and in partnership with the AMENA Foundation...
October 17 marks Omani Women’s Day, celebrating women’s contributions to education, healthcare, technology, business, and other professional fields. On this occasion, the Royal Oma...
BRUSSELS: The Majlis Ash’shura participated in the second meeting of the heads of legislative councils of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries with the European Parliament,...
YEREVAN: The Sultanate of Oman participated in the World Leaders’ Summit on Biodiversity, held in Yerevan, Republic of Armenia.The summit was attended by a number of heads of state...
Gulf College is hosting the 2026 World Scout Jamboree on the Air and Internet (JOTA-JOTI) from October 16 to 18, bringing together Scouts, Guides and members of the Scouting and Gu...
Society & Quality of LifeMUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman, represented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, will host the 6th Session of the International Dates Council. The meeting...
Opportunity Intelligence
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.
