Photo: NCM/Instagram Muscat: An earthquake of 3.0 magnitude was recorded in the Oman Sea on Sunday, August 18. In a post on social media, the UAE’s National Seismic Network (NSN) of the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) reported the quake near the coast of Dibba at 12:14 pm UAE time (1:44 pm IST). At a depth … Read more
Muscat: Oman is set to impose a strict ban on the importation of plastic bags starting September 1, 2024, as part of a new initiative to combat plastic pollution. This came in a circular issued by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP), in collaboration with Oman Customs on X on Tuesday, July … Read more
Aden: A fresh round of negotiations between the Yemeni government and Houthi representatives began Sunday in Muscat, focusing on the exchange of prisoners and detainees. The talks, held under the auspices of the United Nations (UN) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), aim to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis surrounding prisoners in … Read more
Tehran: Iran and Sweden have completed a prisoner swap, according to the government of Oman, which mediated the process. Citizens from both countries were flown to Muscat, the capital of the small state on the Persian Gulf, on Saturday. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson confirmed that two Swedish citizens were on their way home. According … Read more
Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq Al Said of Oman Muscat: Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tariq is set to go on a state-visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday, April 22, for talks with President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. During the visit, the two leaders will discuss the “deep-rooted, historical, and fraternal relations” … Read more
Muscat: At least 15 people have died and one remains missing after flash floods hit large parts of Oman on Sunday, April 14. On Sunday, Oman experienced severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, causing major flash floods in several governorates including Muscat, North Al Batinah, South Al Batinah, South Al Sharqiyah, North Al Sharqiyah, Al Dhahirah, … Read more
Flag of Sultanate of Oman Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman on Wednesday, March 6, announced reduced working hours for public and private sector employees during the holy month of Ramzan 1445 AH/2024. Taking to X, the Oman’s Ministry of Labour (MoL) said, “In public sector, the official work hours will be from 9am to 2 … Read more
Photo: Delhi Customs/X Customs officials in Delhi arested two passengers coming from the Sultanate of Oman’s capital, Muscat, for allegedly smuggling gold worth Rs 81 lakh. The foreign origin gold, weighing 1452 grams was discovered during an inspection by authorities at Indira Gandhi International Airport. “On the basis of intelligence developed, Customs@IGI Airport have rummaged … Read more
Photo: ONA Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has unveiled ambitious plans for the development of the first spaceport in the Middle East. It is expected to be operational by 2030. National Satellite Services Company (Nascom) and Omantel recently signed an investment agreement to inaugurate a space services company called ‘Etlaq’ at the Middle East Space … Read more
Photo: AFP The Sultanate of Oman has announced the banning of electronic cigarettes , hookahs and their accessories to safeguard public health. Sulayem bin Ali Al-Hakmani, Chairman of the Consumer Protection Authority, recently issued Ministerial Decision No. 756/2023, effectively banning the circulation of these items in the country. The decision has imposed an administrative fine … Read more
