Nizwa – The fourth round of the Al Rabat Local Arabian Horse Beauty Championship officially commenced on Tuesday evening in Nizwa, Dakhliyah Governorate. The two-day event features the participation of over 60 purebred Arabian horses, competing across seven distinct categories. Organised through a strategic partnership between the Dakhliyah Governorate and Harat al Aqr, the championship […]
Nizwa – The fourth round of the Al Rabat Local Arabian Horse Beauty Championship officially commenced on Tuesday evening in Nizwa, Dakhliyah Governorate. The two-day event features the participation of over 60 purebred Arabian horses, competing across seven distinct categories. Organised through a strategic partnership between the Dakhliyah Governorate and Harat al Aqr, the championship is held under the supervision of the European Conference of Arab Horse Organizations (ECAHO) and in coordination with the Oman Equestrian and Racing Federation.
The opening ceremony was attended by Sheikh Hilal bin Saeed al Hajri, Governor of Dakhiliyah, who emphasised that the event serves to highlight the cultural significance of Arabian horses as a cornerstone of Omani identity. Beyond its heritage value, the championship aims to support local breeders, stimulate sports tourism, and bolster economic activity within the region. Complementing the equestrian competition, an exhibition for entrepreneurs and artisans has been established to showcase local crafts and support small and medium-sized enterprises in alignment with Oman Vision 2040.
Musandam – Royal Oman Police (ROP) Coast Guard Command in Musandam Governorate has successfully apprehended three individuals of Asian nationality following an attempted illegal entry into the Sultanate. The suspects were intercepted aboard a fishing vessel while attempting to infiltrate the country’s maritime borders. Upon inspection, authorities discovered that the group was also attempting to […]
Muscat – Royal Oman Police (ROP) have struck two significant blows against drug trafficking networks following successful operations in the Wilayats of Bausher and Barka. Led by the Directorate General for Combatting Drugs and Psychotropic Substances, these actions highlight the Sultanate’s rigorous commitment to intercepting illicit shipments and dismantling local distribution hubs. In the first […]
Muscat – The National Museum organised the National Symposium on the Repatriation of Omani Cultural Property Abroad on Tuesday, under the patronage of H E Eng. Ibrahim bin Said al Kharousi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism for Heritage. This significant gathering brought together representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the National […]
Nizwa – Royal Oman Police (ROP) have reported a significant traffic disruption on Sultan Thuwaini bin Said Road following the overturning of a truck. The incident occurred shortly after the Izki bridge, affecting the carriageway heading towards the Wilayat of Nizwa. The truck articulated on its side with its cargo of industrial piping scattered across […]
Muscat – The Arab-European Center of Human Rights and International Law has honoured Ahmed bin Hamad al Kharousi as Social Impact Leader 2025 in recognition of his outstanding humanitarian contributions and long-standing commitment to volunteer work, particularly in the field of blood donation. The recognition is part of the organisation’s efforts to promote a culture […]
Muscat – Oman’s budget carrier SalamAir launched direct flights between Muscat and Abha in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, strengthening air connectivity between the two countries and supporting tourism exchanges with the kingdom’s Aseer region. The inaugural service was marked by a ceremony at Muscat International Airport, attended by H E Ibrahim Saad Ibrahim bin Bishan, […]
ROP intercepts illegal entry and smuggling attempt in Musandam
ROP intensify anti-narcotics crackdown with major arrests in Bausher and Barka
National Museum convenes symposium on repatriating Omani cultural property
Truck overturns on Nizwa – Izki road
Social Impact Leader award for Oman’s veteran blood donor
Direct flights to Abha boost Oman–Saudi tourism ties