MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced the arrest of an Asian expatriate by the General Directorate of Criminal Inquiries and Investigations for violating Oman’s Cybercrime Law, following the circulation of a video on social media that displayed behavior considered contrary to public morals and ethics. Authorities emphasized that the suspect’s actions represented a clear…
MUSCAT: The Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR) announced on Monday that electricity supply has been fully restored to all areas that experienced disruptions earlier in the day across several governorates of the Sultanate. This announcement came as a relief to residents after the sudden outage, which briefly impacted homes, businesses, and public facilities. The…
MUSCAT: In Muscat, His Excellency Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi, Oman’s Foreign Minister, received His Excellency Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso, Minister of International Cooperation and Promotion of Public-Private Partnerships from the Republic of Congo. The meeting underscored the growing momentum in relations between the two countries, highlighting a shared commitment to strengthening ties across multiple…
MUSCAT: The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) reported that its operations centre received an emergency call late at night regarding a major industrial fire in Muscat. In response, the Authority immediately dispatched firefighting and ambulance units to the site. Teams worked continuously through the night, taking measures to contain the flames and prevent the…
MUSCAT: The meeting in Muscat brought together governors from various regions to discuss a wide range of development topics, reflecting Oman’s ongoing commitment to modernising administrative practices and public services. Central to the agenda were discussions on digital transformation initiatives, the national addressing system, structural masterplans, and the Omani building code guide. By prioritising these…
SOUTH AL BATHINAH: Organised by the Directorate General of Health Services in South Al Batinah Governorate and accredited by the Oman Medical Specialty Board, the conference has drawn around 100 participants from various healthcare sectors, including doctors, nurses, nutritionists, and health educators. The event serves as a key platform to discuss one of the fastest-growing…
MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has extended congratulatory cables to the Presidents of Nicaragua, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, and El Salvador on the occasion of their countries’ Independence Anniversaries. Through these messages, His Majesty conveyed his sincere greetings and warm wishes for continued progress and prosperity in all areas for these nations and…
MUSCAT: Oman Customs conducted a major operation that successfully uncovered a significant cache of illegal fireworks, leading to the arrest of two individuals of Indian nationality. Authorities discovered that the suspects were actively storing and distributing these prohibited items, posing potential safety risks to the public. The operation highlights the continued vigilance of Omani law…
MUSCAT: The Muscat Governorate has launched a comprehensive VAT awareness campaign aimed at empowering consumers and ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws. As part of the initiative, a detailed list of zero-rated goods has been prepared and distributed to commercial establishments, providing consumers with easy access to information about VAT exemptions. By scanning a QR…
MUSCAT: Nama Electricity Distribution Company (NEDC) has introduced a streamlined process for electricity consumers who wish to transition from postpaid to prepaid billing systems. This initiative aims to simplify energy management for households and businesses by eliminating the need for installing additional meters. With the adoption of smart meters, customers can now make the switch…
