Over 80% of Omani Hajj pilgrims were youth
Muscat: 14,000 pilgrims, including 250 Arab residents, and 250 non-Arab residents, performed Hajj this year from the Sultante of Oman, the Oman Hajj Mission revealed at a press conference on...
Foreign Ministry warns against travel to Lebanon
Muscat: In view of the events taking place in the region, especially in the Lebanese Republic, the Foreign Ministry has urged against travel to Lebanon and urges all Omani citizens present in Lebanon...
Establishing nuclear-weapon-free zone in Middle East enhances security: Oman
Geneva: The Sultanate of Oman has said that the establishment of a nuclear-weapon-free zone (NWFZ) in the Middle East constitutes an urgent necessity towards the realization of security and stability,...
The Correspondent: Travel edition
In this edition of The Correspondent magazine, we are taking you on a captivating journey across the globe, showcasing some of the most unique and stunning destinations. This issue highlights an array...
Impact of low-pressure system to begin today: Met
Muscat: The latest analysis from the National Multi Hazard Early Warning Center indicates that a low-pressure system in the Arabian Sea will affect the Sultanate of Oman starting from the evening of...
SalamAir announces services to two Indian cities
Muscat: The budget airline, SalamAir, will add Mumbai and Bangalore to its list of new destinations from September, bringing its number of destinations in the Republic of India to 8.The expansion of...
Bab al Salam Mosque in 'World's Greatest Places 2024'
Muscat: Time Magazine has mentioned the Bab al Salam Mosque situated at Seeb in its World's Greatest Places 2024 list.The magazine describe the mosque as a 'tranquil complex of blush-colored circular...
Muscat Municipality mandates electric cutters for shawarma slicing
Muscat: Muscat Municipality announced on Tuesday a new regulation requiring all restaurants to replace conventional knives with electric cutters for slicing shawarma meat. The decision, aimed at...
Galfar wins RO35 million contract
Muscat: Galfar Engineering and Contracting has received a tender worth RO35 million from Nama Dhofar Services Company for the "Expansion of Raysut Water Reclamation Plants—Phase Ill (Stagel)"...
What will Muscat Festival be like in 2024?
Muscat Municipality has floated a number of tenders as part of its plans to host the Muscat Festival in 2024.The last date to receive tender documents is August 17, while bids will be opened on...
'Pass by Duqm' campaign offers discounts to Khareef visitors
Duqm: In its second edition, the " Pass by Duqm" campaign offers exclusive discounts up to 40% on a number of hotels and cafes located in the Special Economic Zone at Duqm. The region has witnessed an...
Al Wusta Summer in full swing with rich recreational activities
Muscat: The al Wusta Summer Activities 2024 is in full swing, captivating visitors with its rich cultural and recreational activities.The festival, which commenced on July 17 and will run until August...
CPA sets new conditions of use of MNM in cosmetics
Muscat: Sulayem bin Ali bin Sulayem Al Hakmani, Chairman of the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA), issued on Sunday a Decision No. 579/2024 restricting the permissible concentration of Methyl...
SalamAir launches new low-fare campaign
Muscat: SalamAir, Oman's low-cost carrier, on Wednesday revealed discounted fares across sectors starting just at 19 OMR. The sale starting from July 24 to July 31, enables travellers to book...
Oman welcomes Palestinian unity efforts
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman’s Foreign Ministry has issued a statement applauding the recent meeting of Palestinian factions in the People’s Republic of China and the subsequent signing of the...
Oman Post launches online document attestation service
Muscat: In collaboration with the Foreign Ministry, Oman Post has announced launch of document attestation services, providing greater convenience for personal and commercial document verification.The...
Avoid traveling to Bangladesh: Foreign Ministry
Muscat: In light of the current security situation in the People's Republic of Bangladesh, the Oman’s Foreign Ministry has issued a travel advisory urging Omani citizens to refrain from visiting the...
Bakery fined, closed for using expired eggs, cheese
Muscat: North al Batinah Municipality on Tuesday seized expired eggs and other foodstuff found unfit for human consumption.In a statement, the municipality said it took decisive action to protect...
Work on Sharqiyah expressway phase-2 begins
Muscat: The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has started phase two of the Al Sharqiyah Expressway Project, from Al Kamil to Sur.The project, implemented by Al Tasneem...
Asyad Group acquires Sky Bridge to expand global logistics network
Muscat: Asyad Group has announced the acquisition of Sky Bridge Shipping Solutions, marking a significant step in its expansion strategy into some of the world's largest economies, including the Gulf...