Muscat – The Consumer Protection Authority, in coordination with the Environment Authority, has launched a joint inspection campaign across shopping malls and retail outlets in Muscat governorate to monitor compliance with Decision No 8/2024 on the use of single-use plastic shopping bags. Phase 4 of the single-use plastic shopping bags ban commences on January 1, […]

Muscat – Muscat Municipality has inaugurated a dedicated food truck site in Al Mawaleh under the Masar project, marking a step towards regulating street vending while expanding support for small and medium-sized enterprises. The initiative aims to provide an organised and fully serviced location for mobile food businesses, as part of broader efforts to enhance […]

Muscat – As Oman continues to diversify its tourism offerings, citizens and residents propose projects that blend sustainability, culture and global appeal. What tourism project or landmark would you like to see in Oman in the new year? Here is what Muscat Daily readers said: Salim al Harthy, Businessman I would love to see a […]

Muscat – Omani doctor Abdullah al Lawati has brought pride to the Sultanate by winning the Best Poster Award (Printed Posters Category) at the 10th Surgical Update Conference, organised by the Oman Surgical Society. The biennial conference, held at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre on December 19 and 20, 2025, is the largest surgical […]

Muscat – The 11th edition of the Oman Desert Marathon 2026 will begin on January 10, taking runners across the golden sands of Bidiyah in North Sharqiyah Governorate. The five-day event is expected to attract elite and amateur athletes from around the world for one of the region’s most demanding endurance races. Saeed bin Mohammed […]

Muscat – The Ministry of Health (MoH) on Sunday launched the national guide for the baby-friendly health facilities initiative in primary healthcare institutions, alongside a specialised training workshop for healthcare professionals, with wide participation from health sector leaders and representatives of government entities. Speaking at the event, Dr Sami bin Sulaiman al Farsi, Director of […]

The Muscat Governorate Municipal Council held its 10th meeting for 2025 on Sunday under the chairmanship of  Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat and Ahmed bin Mohammed al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality. The Council reviewed a presentation by Muscat Municipality on the general programme of Muscat Nights 2026, highlighting its role […]

Muscat – General Department of Criminal Investigations and Research has successfully arrested 3 individuals following a targeted robbery at the residence of an expatriate. The suspects reportedly gained entry to the premises by falsely claiming to be police officers. Once inside, they demanded the victim’s personal identification documents before forcibly seizing a sum of money […]

Muscat – Ministry of Health (MoH), Department of Blood Banks Services has issued an urgent call for citizens and residents to donate blood and platelets following the unexpected cancellation of several scheduled donation campaigns this week. In a statement released on December 28, health authorities emphasised their commitment to maintaining a steady supply of vital […]

Muscat – Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued a weather alert regarding an approaching atmospheric trough expected to influence the region from December 28 to 30, 2025. According to the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Center, this low-pressure system will bring varying intensities of rainfall, with conditions potentially becoming thundery at times during the peak of […]