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Oman to facilitate temporary work permits for expats during Dhofar Khareef season

MUSCAT : This initiative is designed to streamline the labour market, support businesses in meeting the seasonal surge in demand,…

11 months ago

Oman’s Ahli Bank ‘exploring merger’ after proposal from Sohar International

MUSCAT : In a statement issued on Monday, April 7, Sohar International confirmed that its board has resolved to send…

11 months ago

Muscat Municipality launches third edition of traffic study to tackle congestion and improve mobility

MUSCAT : The Municipality regularly conducts comprehensive traffic studies to monitor the performance of the road network and address ongoing…

11 months ago

Oman’s commerce ministry cancels over 35,000 expired commercial records to regulate market

MUSCAT : This decision is part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to regulate the market, ensuring that all active commercial…

11 months ago

Oman participates in 28th session of Commission on Science, Technology for Development

MUSCAT : The current session focuses on diversifying economies in a world of accelerated digitalization, exploring technology foresight and assessing…

11 months ago

Special Economic Zones and Free Zones Law to boost investor confidence in Oman economy

MUSCAT: His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidi, Chairman of the Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and…

11 months ago

Labour Ministry partners with APSR and Nama Water to drive Omanisation, create over 800 jobs

Muscat :The initiative aims to create 885 job opportunities for Omani job seekers across two phases, with an ambitious 84…

11 months ago

Oman’s Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs receives Russian Ambassador

MUSCAT : During the meeting, His Highness welcomed the Russian Ambassador, and both sides engaged in constructive discussions. They reviewed…

11 months ago

Oman records over 668,000 visitors in first two months of 2025; nationals from UAE, India, Germany top the list

Muscat : The figures highlight the continued appeal of Oman as a tourist destination, with nationals from the United Arab…

11 months ago

New academic year begins for Indian school students in Oman

Muscat : Students, both old and new, returned to their school campuses after a short term break and the long…

11 months ago

Investment and Trade Court in Oman to handle 11 types of disputes

Muscat : Details of this decree was published in the Official Gazette No. 1590, marking the beginning of a specialised…

11 months ago

Cash held by public in Oman declines by 15.3% as demand deposits rise

Muscat: According to the Central Bank of Oman, the growth was driven by a sharp 18.6% rise in narrow money…

11 months ago

Global air freight demand dips for first time since mid-2023

Muscat: Measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), total global demand slipped by 0.1% compared to February 2024, when it had…

11 months ago

Nama attracts Samsung and ACWA for 2,400 MW projects in Oman

Muscat: Oman’s Nama Power & Water Procurement Company has received competitive bids from 12 major global and regional developers for…

11 months ago

Oman and Rwanda ink MoU to boost digital innovation and ICT collaboration

KIGALI: The MoU was signed to strengthen cooperation in the field of communications and information technology. The agreement was formalized…

11 months ago

Oil prices slide with demand uncertainty amid new US tariffs and unsettle global markets

Muscat: During a press conference declaring “Liberation Day,” Trump announced a 10% base tariff on all U.S. imports and additional…

11 months ago

Oman sees first 40°C reading of the year, signalling end of cool winter streak

Muscat: This development marks a significant change from the steady highs in the 30s observed during the colder months. Oman’s…

11 months ago

IndiGo to start operations from Muscat to Kannur

Muscat: IndiGo Airlines is all set to launch direct flights from Kannur to Muscat, further strengthening air connectivity between the…

11 months ago

Oman’s micro-enterprises show promising growth with 14% rise

Muscat: Active private enterprises grew by 11.2% in the fourth quarter of 2024, reaching 267,734 businesses—up from 240,765 during the…

11 months ago

Muscat Stock Exchange stocks bounce back as local institutions lead buying spree

Muscat: This renewed activity helped lift 34 stocks, compared to 28 gainers the previous week, signaling improved investor sentiment ahead…

11 months ago

His Majesty Sultan Haitham pardons 577 prisoners including expats ahead of Eid Al Fitr

MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the Supreme Commander has issued a special Royal pardon to a number of…

11 months ago

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