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MAFWR launches marine resource survey in Omani Waters
Muscat – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Water Resources (MAFWR) has announced the commencement of comprehensive marine surveys as part of a strategic project to assess fish stocks in the Arabian Sea and the Sea of Oman. The research is being conducted by the specialised vessel, R/V Dr Fridtjof Nansen, with the first phase […]
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King of Bhutan receives credentials of Omani Ambassador
Muscat – King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of the Kingdom of Bhutan received H E Issa Saleh Abdullah al Shibani as Oman’s Ambassador at the Tashichho Dzong Royal Palace in the capital, Thimphu. The audience took place during an official ceremony held for the Ambassador to present his credentials as the Non-Resident Ambassador of the […]
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Over 154kg of unfit food destroyed in S Sharqiyah
South Sharqiyah – South Sharqiyah Municipality has completed a major inspection campaign aimed at bolstering food safety and protecting public health across the region. Conducted by the Food Control and Licensing Department, municipal inspectors carried out rigorous checks on 184 food establishments to ensure their full compliance with approved health and safety regulations. The initiative […]
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Markets gear up for Ramadan with ample supplies, price stability
Muscat – Markets and shopping centres across Oman are showing strong readiness and brisk consumer activity ahead of Ramadan, as government entities and private sector players coordinate to secure supplies, stabilise prices and ensure smooth market operations during the peak season. Businesses have moved early to manage the anticipated surge in demand for fresh produce […]
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2026 Muscat Book Fair to host 2nd National Reading Competition
Muscat – The second edition of the National Reading Competition will be held as part of the 30th Muscat International Book Fair scheduled from March 26 to April 5 in a continued push to encourage reading habits among school students. Organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth (MCSY), the initiative supports efforts to […]
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Al Hamra sees RO11.5mn drive to improve roads, services
Al Hamra – A package of development projects valued at more than RO11.5mn is under way in Al Hamra in Dakhliyah, as part of efforts to upgrade infrastructure, improve services and support urban growth across the sultanate. Most projects focus on paving and rehabilitating internal roads in residential areas. A first package covering 29km has […]