Muscat – Global real estate consultants Savills has partnered with Visit Oman and UK-based Hospiria, part of the UnderTheDoormat Group, to launch licensed short-term rentals in the sultanate, expanding regulated accommodation options for visitors and property owners. The partnership aims to provide a compliant and secure short-stay offering for tourists while enabling property owners to […]

Muscat – Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI) launched the ‘Tamkeen’ initiative on Tuesday to enhance the participation of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in government procurement, as part of wider efforts to support local content and private sector growth. The initiative is being implemented in cooperation with the Oman Vision 2040 Implementation Follow-up […]

Muscat – The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has announced that 33 foreign and joint archaeological and research missions will conduct work across Oman in the 2025/2026 season, which began in December, underscoring the sultanate’s commitment to preserving its rich cultural heritage while supporting heritage-based tourism. According to the ministry, the missions will bring together […]

Muscat – Muscat Municipality has issued a set of health and regulatory guidelines for the sale of honey, underscoring the importance of compliance to ensure product safety, quality and the protection of public health. In a statement, the municipality said the guidelines aim to regulate honey sales across markets and public spaces, while enhancing consumer […]

Muscat – Oman Air has announced the launch of direct flights between Muscat and Singapore, commencing on July 2, 2026. The new service marks the airline’s latest link to Southeast Asia, increasing accessibility between the two regions. Guests will now be able to fly direct from Muscat to Singapore four days a week – Thursdays, […]

North Sharqiyah – Royal Oman Police (ROP) successfully arrested four individuals in connection with a series of vandalism and theft incidents targeting the national electrical infrastructure. The suspects were apprehended following reports of compromised power cables and electrical wiring stolen from several distribution complexes and utility poles across the Wilayats of Mudhaibi, Ibra, and Al […]

Doha, Qatar – Oman is participating in the 11th session of the Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption, currently being held in Doha, Qatar. Represented by the State Financial and Administrative Audit Institution, the Omani delegation is led by Sheikh Ghosn bin Hilal al Alawi. The conference, which runs […]

Muscat – Department of Blood Bank Services (DBBS) has issued a high-priority appeal for immediate blood donations following a significant decline in donor turnout. This drop in participation has resulted in a critical depletion of national blood stocks, threatening the medical community’s ability to support emergency cases and routine patient requirements. Health officials are urging […]

Muscat – Passengers using the bus service between Muscat International Airport and Ruwi have noted a recent revision in the fare, which has been increased from 500bz to RO1. Commuters said they came to know of the change only upon reaching the bus stop, many late at night after arriving on flights. Some passengers sought […]

Muscat – His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik conferred the Order of Appreciation on Gilbert Houngbo, Director-General of International Labour Organization (ILO), in recognition of his efforts and contributions in multiple fields to advance international cooperation. The order was presented by H H Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, […]