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National plan to create 60,000 jobs for citizens in 2026
Muscat – In line with Royal directives to accelerate employment, the Ministry of Labour has announced a comprehensive national plan to provide 60,000 job opportunities for citizens in 2026 through an integrated partnership between the government, state-owned companies and the private sector. The ministry stated that the plan is based on a detailed assessment of […]
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Roadmap charted for integrated, eco-friendly transport system
Muscat – Oman is moving towards a fully integrated and eco-friendly transport system as the government steps up efforts to modernise mobility, cut carbon emissions and strengthen the sultanate’s position as a regional logistics hub under Oman Vision 2040. In an interview with Muscat Daily, Haitham Ahmed al Zadjali, Director of the Land Transport Department […]
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Sharp temperature drop across Oman; Jebel Shams records −1°C
Muscat – Temperatures dipped sharply across parts of the sultanate over the past 24 hours, with Jebel Shams recording the lowest reading at -1°C, according to data released by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Meteorological stations recorded a low of 4.1°C in Saiq, 10.1°C in Fahud and 10.4°C in Yanqul. Temperatures fell in interior and […]
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Over 134,900 donors give RO1.67mn via Jood platform
Muscat – More than 134,900 donors used Oman’s official Jood charity platform in 2025, contributing over RO1.67mn, figures that underline growing public trust in regulated digital channels for charitable giving, the Ministry of Social Development stated. Launched in October 2023, Jood brings together licensed volunteer teams on a single official platform, enabling donations to reach […]
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Oman, Rwanda expand ties with logistics, aviation deals
Muscat – The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Rwanda on Sunday signed four agreements and cooperation programmes aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in logistics, technology and aviation. The agreements cover logistics services, dry ports and supply chains, data centres, cloud computing, artificial intelligence projects and services, infrastructure development, and enhanced […]
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MoH recalls Nestlé Infant Formula over toxin concerns
Muscat – Ministry of Health (MoH) has issued an urgent recall for specific batches of Nestlé infant formula following international reports of potential contamination with the cereulide toxin. The ministry has advised all citizens and residents to immediately cease the use of any products suspected to be part of the affected batches, which include select […]