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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,…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

5 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…

6 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…

6 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…

6 months ago

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