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Halima bint Rashid al Zariyah, Chairperson of Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority(SMEDA), recently completed her visit to over eight premier institutes and centres in India specialising...

The Enterprise Risk Management Conference commenced at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, under the auspices of Dr Nasser bin Rashid al Maawali, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Economy. The...

Harming green cover is an irresponsible behaviour, which needs to be tackled strictly. One such case was reported in the Dhofar Governorate where a Gulf tourist was seen drifting his car on a green...

Appropriate maternity leave significantly contributes to a mother’s mental health, as highlighted by the Ministry of Health. This leave is crucial in maintaining a mother’s well-being before and...

MUSCAT: A new ministerial decision has been made to regulate 63 social development committees (SDCs) and 64 volunteer teams across the governorates in the Sultanate of Oman.These committees and teams...

MUSCAT: An ongoing training programme titled ‘Renewable, Sustainability, and Green Hydrogen,' is being organised by the SME Development Authority. The training designed for SMEs and startup...

The first 1,000 days of a baby’s life, including the nine months spent in the womb, are crucial for optimal nutrition. This period offers a significant opportunity to support children’s health and...

Muscat: As part of the ongoing efforts to implement executive plans for operational governance committees, a workshop was held under the National Employment Programme recently to enhance the...

The Ministry of Labour, in collaboration with the Social Protection Fund, has announced a one-year extension of the job security allowance for all beneficiaries who have completed six months of...

MUSCAT: The Dhofar Governorate, renowned for its khareef season rains, has been experiencing continuous drizzle, leading to persistent fog on the mountain highlands.The Oman Meteorological Authority...

MUSCAT: The Oman Crafts Exhibition will be launched today at the Scientific College of Design in Muscat Governorate. The exhibition will run from July 15 to 17 with a vision to develop and market...

Muscat: The Ministry of Labor, in cooperation with the Social Protection Fund, announced the extension of the period for disbursing the job security allowance by one year to all beneficiaries who have...

In the trial operation phase of the Silal Central Market for fruits and vegetables located in Khazaen Economic City in the Wilayat of Barka, the Consumer Protection Authority convened a crucial...

Electronic games are considered part of modern culture, and they have become very popular in various parts of the world. Many of our children spend a lot of time in front of the computer or mobile...

The Ajwaa Al Ashkharah Forum in the Wilayat of Jaalan Bani Bu Ali will launch its second edition tomorrow. The forum which attracted over 220,000 visitors and participants last year will further...

Eleven governorates are hosting the Future Entrepreneur Boot Camp for school students. Amid an atmosphere full of passion and creativity, the young pioneers began their adventure in the Future...

To promote, enhance and support the tourism, investment and entertainment aspects, the various governorates of the Sultanate of Oman are witnessing recreational tourism events and forums during...

As Khareef season unfolds, the Dhofar Governorate transforms into a bustling destination, attracting tourists from both within the Sultanate of Oman and abroad. Travellers should be prepared for the...

The Environment Authority’s ban on single-use plastic bags that are less than 50 microns thick came into effect on Monday. This follows Order No. (8/2024) issued on January 24, 2024, which came...

MUSCAT: In cooperation between the Royal Academy of Management (RAM) and the Ministry of Social Development (MoSD), 'Tasmu' initiative was launched to enhancing the leadership capabilities of Omani...