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CPA targets price manipulation for Ramadan
Muscat – The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) targets price manipulation as it rolls out an extensive regulatory framework for the Holy Month of Ramadan. With seasonal demand often serving as a pretext for unjustified cost increases, the Authority has pivoted its strategy to focus heavily on combating “shadow inflation”—a practice where suppliers artificially inflate prices […]
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Muscat Municipality issues guidelines on safe liquid food waste disposal
Muscat – Muscat Municipality is calling on the public to adopt responsible habits regarding the disposal of liquid food waste to ensure environmental protection and enhance public health standards. Residents are urged to avoid pouring oils or other liquid wastes directly into drainage systems or open spaces. Instead, the authorities recommend that liquid waste be […]
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Two arrested in Seeb for possession of illicit substances
Seeb – Royal Oman Police has successfully arrested two individuals of Asian nationality in the Wilayat of Seeb. The suspects were found to be in possession of significant quantities of marijuana and hashish, which authorities believe were intended for trafficking purposes. Following the arrest, the Royal Oman Police confirmed that the necessary legal procedures are […]
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Bisya, Salut set for Unesco world heritage nomination
Muscat – The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has announced the launch of preparations for the nomination of the archaeological sites of Bisya and Salut to the Unesco World Heritage List under the title ‘Salut: An Iron Age Settlement’. Ibtisam bint Abdullah Al Maamari, Director of the World Heritage Department at the ministry, said […]
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New scheme to integrate retired professionals into economic zones projects
Muscat – The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) has launched a new national initiative aimed at harnessing the expertise of retired Omani professionals to support the continued growth of the sultanate’s special economic zones, free zones and industrial cities. Titled the ‘Experiences Initiative’, the programme seeks to transform accumulated national […]
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Rustaq Gate development project 65% complete
Muscat – Work on the Rustaq Gate development project in the wilayat of Rustaq, South Batinah, is advancing at an accelerated pace as part of broader efforts to enhance the urban landscape and showcase the wilayat’s rich tourism potential. Officials said the project has reached around 65% completion, with construction progressing steadily in line with […]