Quriyat – Ministry of Heritage and Tourism (MHT) has issued a strong cautionary notice regarding the Al Tahiri Cave, an environmentally sensitive site located in Quriyat. The Ministry confirmed that the cave is not currently open for general visitation, and strict prior official authorisation must be secured before any entry is permitted. This measure is […]

Muscat – Construction work has stepped up across three flagship urban projects, as the government pursues large-scale development aimed at creating modern, sustainable cities in line with Oman Vision 2040. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning has reported strong progress in Sultan Haitham City, Al Jabal al Aali City in Jabal Akhdar and Al […]

Muscat – H E Sayyid Badr bin Hamad al Busaidi, Foreign Minister, received Asaad Hassan al Shaibani, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic, on Sunday as the latter began his first official visit to Oman. H E Sayyid Badr welcomed Shaibani and underscored the strength of the longstanding relations between […]

Muscat – A student team from German University of Technology in Oman (GUtech) has designed a virtual reality (VR) learning platform that aims to make classroom lessons more interactive and accessible. Developed by team ‘Ourcore’, the innovation uses smart glasses and mobile devices to present school subjects through immersive visual content. The project is being […]

Muscat – Air traffic in Oman continued its upward trajectory in 2024, highlighting the growing role of the sultanate’s aviation sector in driving tourism, trade and investment. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), in collaboration with airports and domestic and international carriers, expanded routes to Asia, Europe and Africa, improving connectivity and supporting the movement of […]

Muscat – Eight-year-old Vashishth Pandey, a student of Indian School Muscat, has drawn attention for his ability to name all 195 countries and their capitals, identifying each nation by its flag. Quiet and composed, Vashishth is known for his curiosity. His parents describe him as a quick learner with a strong memory. “He has always […]

Salalah – In line with the Royal Directives of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to activate marriage support funds across all governorates, the Dhofar Governor’s Office has disbursed RO496,000 to 248 eligible beneficiaries in the governorate. The programme is part of a nationwide effort to support young Omanis as they begin married life, ease […]

Muscat – Despite sustained efforts by authorities to safeguard public safety and maintain the cleanliness of public spaces, this year’s National Day celebrations were overshadowed by a string of isolated disturbances involving groups of young people who disrupted traffic, disturbed the peace and left several areas littered. The South Sharqiyah Governorate Police Command, in coordination […]

Muscat – Oman is set to host the 6th Festival for People with Disabilities starting on December 1, 2025 at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bausher. Organised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, the week-long event aims to promote inclusion and showcase the abilities of disabled people across the Sultanate. The festival […]

Muscat – The shrimp fishing season in the Sultanate of Oman has concluded, with a nine month ban set to commence on December 1, 2025. This vital conservation measure, overseen by the Ministry of Agricultural, Fisheries Wealth and Water Resources, aims to protect the species during its critical reproduction and growth period, ensuring the long-term […]