author - oman observer

MUSCAT, MARCH 2 - On the back of ban on recruitment to several professions, the biggest demographic change is seen in the number of educated expatriates working in the Sultanate. According to data...

MUSCAT, MARCH 2 - Property rental prices may further be affected due to the falling number of expatriates in the Sultanate. According to contracting companies and property owners, the residential...

MUSCAT, FEB 26 - A book fair, with its massive option for selection, helps people get correct information about the titles that they intend to buy. It provides unequalled opportunities to know not...

MUSCAT, Feb 23 - The Muscat Municipality has cautioned against any commercial activity that hampers the tranquillity of residential neighbourhood. The warning came amid raids on industrial activity by...

The development of some concession areas in Oman and making them attractive places for housing and tourism were mooted at the Labour Forum for Enhancement of Work Environment in Oil and Gas sector...

MUSCAT: A total of 200 Omani nationals will be recruited by the Ministry of Health replacing expatriate nurses in different hospitals across the Sultanate. “Omani nurses interested in joining the...

MUSCAT, Feb 13 - Ambulances are not exempted from Oman’s road safety laws, including speed limits and jumping traffic signals. The clarification was made through a circular issued by the Ministry of...

MUSCAT, Feb 12 - With the admission season around the corner, students seeking higher studies abroad have been told to get prior approval from the Ministry of Higher Education. “Students must get a...

MUSCAT, Feb 10 - The public finances in the Sultanate continue to show positive signs, with the budget deficit showing its lowest level at the end of November 2018. Driven by a boost in Oman’s oil...

MUSCAT, Feb 9 - Investments in the manufacturing of unmanned vehicle system (UVS) will add more value to the Omani economy. This is one of the many recommendations made at the first International...

While seeking the cooperation of the public in keeping a healthy and clean city, the Muscat Municipality has issued a strong warning to those responsible for the sewage water that spill out to the...

Many people turn to food as a solace when they are bored, stressed out, lonely or depressed. But how many of them realise that eating prompted by emotions make their conditions worse! Called emotional...

MUSCAT, Feb 6 - The Unmanned Vehicle System (UVS) represents one of the main fast-developing streams of technology that the world is witnessing today. It is the key pillar of the fourth industrial...

MUSCAT, Feb 5 - As the world is catching up with the evolution of future cities, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) play a crucial role in making them smarter. Drones, as the UAVs are called, will...

Muscat: Immediately after heavy rains that lashed the capital city, Muscat Municipality launched cleaning operations in the affected areas. At the site of the Muscat Festival, which is cancelled for a...

MUSCAT, Feb 3 - The ban on hiring of expatriate workers to a number of professions has been extended for another six months. A decision in this regard was taken by Shaikh Abdullah bin Nasser al...

MUSCAT, Jan 30 - Constructions that do not comply with the civic law or are built on public properties without permission will be demolished. According to a senior official at Muscat Municipality,...

MUSCAT, Jan 28 - About 400 young men and women gathered at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre with discussion sessions ranging from innovation to leadership on Monday. The aim of the 2040 Oman...

MUSCAT, Jan 26 - Companies operating in the Sultanate have again been warned of stringent action if they do not comply with the mandatory Omanisation target set by the government. According to a...

MUSCAT, JANUARY 26- Asus unveiled the latest lineup of lifestyle innovations at its Middle East launch programme held in Dubai recently. The new suite of laptops powered by Intel 8th Generation...