Muscat – The number of products awarded the Omani Quality Mark has increased to 12, reflecting rising compliance by local manufacturers with national quality standards and a broader push to enhance the competitiveness of Omani products. Laila bint Salim al Mashari, Head of the Quality and Conformity Development Department at the Directorate General for Standards […]

Muscat – Oman Historical Association conducted a field visit last week to Adam, Dakhliyah to explore its historical and cultural sites and review efforts to preserve its heritage. The delegation toured several historic neighbourhoods known for their distinctive architecture and long association with scholars and community leaders who shaped Omani intellectual life over the centuries. […]

Muscat – The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology (MTCIT) has introduced a comprehensive package of exemptions to help individuals and businesses settle outstanding violations under the Land Transport Law and its executive regulations, covering all fines incurred before February 18, 2025. Under the initiative, individuals – including taxi owners and light transport vehicle […]

Muscat – North Sharqiyah has announced the launch of the North Sharqiyah Award for Manufacturing Industries, an initiative designed to promote innovation, support promising industrial projects and encourage the adoption of modern manufacturing technologies. The award, which offers prizes totalling more than RO7,000, reflects the governorate’s commitment to strengthening the local industrial ecosystem and empowering […]

Muscat – Oman’s national esports team has qualified for the FIFAe World Cup finals in Rocket League to be held in Riyadh from December 15 to 19. It marks a major milestone in the growth of the esports sector in the sultanate. The achievement underscores the rapid development of competitive gaming in Oman and highlights […]

Muscat – Environment Authority in North Batinah has completed Phase 1 of a scientific assessment and rehabilitation project in Khor Kalba in Shinas, confirming that the coastal wetland remains in a stable ecological condition. Phase 1 focused on soil and water sampling, biodiversity surveys and an evaluation of mangrove health. The findings show that the […]

Muscat – Oman’s drive towards balanced regional development is gaining momentum with the Ministry of Economy reaffirming that empowered governorates and integrated economic clusters are pillars central of the country’s Five-Year Plans. According to Said bin Rashid al Qutbi, Director General of Social Sectors, this approach is reshaping local economies and strengthening the foundations for […]

Muscat – Oman is set to experience a period of unstable weather from Saturday, December 13, through December 20, with rainfall of varying intensity expected across several governorates, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) said. In a weather bulletin, the CAA said a trough of low pressure will affect the country’s atmosphere, bringing scattered rainfall, active […]

Muscat – Bollywood film Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh, will not be release across the GCC, including Oman, after the film failed to get the clearance due to concerns over its political positioning. The film also features Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, Sara Arjun and Rakesh Bedi. When contacted, Star Cinema in Ruwi […]

Muscat – The Directorate General of Khoula Hospital organized a public health event “Steps Toward Wellness” at the Royal Oman Police Station in Wattayah on Thursday. The event was inaugurated under the patronage of H.E. Dr. Saeed bin Harib al Lamki, Ministry of Health’s Undersecretary for Health Affairs, in the presence of Dr. Rashid bin […]