Oman Charitable Organization warns public against fake donation ads

Muscat – The organization emphasizes the importance of ensuring that donations are safe and reach those in need through official channels. OCO released a video clipping to highlight the possibilities of falling prey to fake donation advertisements. The …

Pakistan Offers Oman Use of Gwadar and Karachi Ports for Central Asian Markets Access

Pakistan has extended an invitation to Oman to utilize its Gwadar and Karachi ports as gateways to emerging Central Asian economies. The proposal came during strategic talks between Commerce Minister Jam Kamal and Omani Commerce Minister Qais Al Yousif in …

bp Oman and eMushrif launch “Aman” for Safe School Transportation in Al Dhahirah Governorate

Muscat: In partnership with bp Oman and in collaboration with the Directorate General of Education in Al Dhahirah Governorate, eMushrif has successfully launched “Aman” initiative to transform regular school buses into smart buses. This initiative aimed at …

Oman’s labour ministry conducts 1599 inspection campaigns in Dhofar, deports over 800 workers in 2024

MUSCAT : The Ministry conducted a total of 1,599 inspection campaigns in 2024 to ensure private sector establishments’ compliance with the Labour Law. The inspection results revealed a significant number of violations, with a total of 3,853 instances of …

Royal Oman Police seize 3 vehicles, over 500 two-wheelers for traffic violations in North Batinah

Omran Group invites tenders for several adventure tourism projects in Oman

MUSCAT : The tender, which focuses on enhancing adventure tourism activities at multiple destinations nationwide, includes opportunities at Majlis Al Jinn Cave, Wadi Shab, and Ras Al Shajar Nature Reserve. Projects under invitation include: Majlis Al Jinn …

Oman’s Asyad Shipping debuts on Muscat bourse after $333mln IPO

Oman’s Asyad Shipping Company has made its debut on the Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX), following the completion of its initial public offering (IPO). The maritime provider, which operates a fleet of 89 vessels and ships crude oil, liquefied natural gas and …

How long will Eid holidays be in Oman? Likely dates revealed 

Muscat: Citizens and residents of the Sultanate of Oman are looking forward to an extended holiday break for Eid Al Fitr, the first major holiday of 2025, with the potential for either a five or nine-day duration, contingent on the Moon sighting. The Moon- …

Oman’s Education Ministry addresses social media claims regarding ‘first semester failures’

MUSCAT : The Ministry has clarified key points to address misconceptions surrounding the issue. First, the Ministry noted that the term ‘failures in the first semester’ used in online discussions is inaccurate. Success and failure are determined based on …

Oman offered Gwadar, Karachi ports use for access to Central Asia

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has offered Oman the use of Gwadar and Karachi ports for greater access to emerging markets in Central Asia. The offer was made during a high-level meeting between Commerce Minister Jam Kamal and his Omani counterpart, Qais Al Yousif in …