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The relations between the Sultanate of Oman and the Federal Republic of Germany have traditionally been close and friendly since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1972.The visit of His Majesty...

The holidays ended on Tuesday marred by numerous tragedies leaving both citizens and residents reeling in the wake of loss of their kith and kin in different incidents.Most people returned to Muscat...

While a holiday season is a time meant to be spent with family for enjoyment, it's also a time to be extra vigilant against potential safety hazards. But what happens very often is that thrill...

Muscat: Eid al Adha, the festival of sacrifice, was celebrated by all nationalities in the Sultanate of Oman with due solemnity, religious fervor and enthusiasm.In traditional attire, the faithful...

@samuelkuttyvp - Caution is the catchword while preparing to celebrate Eid al Adha even as inclement weather played spoilsport in shopping for the “festival of sacrifice’ on Thursday.Incessant...

@samuelkuttyvp - The Ministry of Health (MoH) has called on all people to adhere to precautionary measures while celebrating Eid al Adha to protect themselves and communities from coronavirus.The...

Tourism in the Sultanate of Oman is expected to boom during the coming days largely driven by arrivals from different countries thanks to the Eid al Adha holidays for both public and private sectors...

Eid al Adha is around the corner and preparations are underway for the “greater festival” of the year. Unlike the previous two years, the celebrations this time will take place without any...

With the crescent moon sighted and Eid al Adha set to fall on Saturday, shoppers have started thronging markets including the traditional habtas.In the Sultanate of Oman, the seasonal traditional...

Prominent Omani artists will present their works at the landmark autumn exhibition by NYU Abu Dhabi Art Gallery, which will have participation from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait and Qatar.The...

A pleasant weather awaits visitors to Salalah, the summer paradise in the Sultanate of Oman. However, authorities have urged caution while driving to the tourist destination.“Since it is khareef...

Muscat Municipality has stepped up the campaign to tow away abandoned vehicles from parking slots in commercial and residential areas in the city.Starting with the Wilayat of Al Seeb, a number of...

@samuelkuttyvp - The Ministry of Health (MoH) said that all health workers, patients and visitors to health institutions should wear a mask to reduce the risk of spreading Covid-19.The General...

Beach destinations are among the most popular for summer vacations, and the Sultanate of Oman is known for its wealth of clean and attractive beaches, which are ranked as national and international...

Now a “Climate Club” for nations that want to battle global warming! The move by the G7 economies is expected to see tougher actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from rising more than 1.5...

MUSCAT: The Indian rupee fell to a fresh record low versus the US dollar on Tuesday bringing cheers to non-resident Indians.According to local money exchanges, the rupee touched 204.10 against one...

The centuries-old relations between the Sultanate of Oman and the Arab Republic of Egypt have been characteristically warm and unique.The relations derive their strength from the historical dimension...

The Sultanate of Oman joins other countries today to celebrate the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.The day also known as World Drug Day, which falls every year on June 26,...

MUSCAT: The Sultanate of Oman joins other countries in the world today to celebrate the International Day Against Drug Abuse And Illicit Trafficking.The day also known as World Drug Day, which falls...

Amid warnings of penalties and dangers involved in crossing flooded wadis, violations in this regard continue unabated.With some parts of the Sultanate of Oman receiving heavy rains following the...