SPAIN: The Royal Navy of Oman’s iconic sail training vessel Shabab Oman II has reached the Port of Almeria, Spain, marking a new milestone in its seventh international voyage, “Glories of the Seas 2025.” The arrival underscores the ship’s mission of serving as a floating ambassador for the Sultanate of Oman. By docking in Spain,…
DUBAI: India continued their dominant run in the Asia Cup with a hard-fought win over Oman at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Dubai. The victory ensured India remained unbeaten and comfortably advanced to the Super 4 stage, setting up a high-voltage clash with arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday. With qualification already sealed, India took the opportunity…
MUSCAT: In a landmark initiative to bridge academic learning with practical governance, the State Council of Oman recently welcomed a delegation of Commercial Law students from the Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS). The visit offered students an immersive experience into the workings of Omani legislative processes, enabling them to connect classroom theories with…
MUSCAT: The resolution presented by Egypt at the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) 69th General Conference has drawn significant global backing, with 120 countries endorsing its call for greater transparency and accountability in nuclear activities across the region. This broad support highlights growing international consensus on strengthening nuclear oversight and reflects concerns over the risks…
MUSCAT: The authorities in Muscat have announced a new traffic diversion plan that will significantly reduce the flow of vehicles from dual lanes to a single lane. This diversion begins at the traffic lights located at the intersection of Sultan Taimur Street with Al Farouq Street and continues up to Sultan Said bin Taimur Road…
MUSCAT: According to the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA), emergency response teams acted swiftly to control and extinguish a fire incident in Muscat before it could spread to nearby areas. The rapid deployment of firefighting units and the coordination among various support services ensured that the blaze was brought under control in a timely…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has finalized a contract with an investment company to oversee the development and management of Bahla Fort. The signing took place at the office of the Director General of Antiquities at the Ministry’s General Diwan in Muscat, attended by senior officials from the Ministry and representatives of the…
MUSCAT: A second maritime tragedy has struck off the coast of Tobruk, Libya, as reported by the UNHCR on the social media platform X. The boat, carrying 74 people, capsized, resulting in only 13 survivors while dozens remain missing. This incident underscores the continuing dangers faced by migrants attempting perilous sea crossings along Libya’s coastline,…
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) in Oman successfully resolved two consumer complaints, resulting in a total refund of RO 1,414 after businesses failed to meet their contractual obligations. In the first case, a consumer purchased ceramics valued at RO 714 from a commercial store, which later claimed insufficient stock and failed to deliver the…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries in Oman, under the direction of His Excellency Dr. Saud bin Hamoud bin Ahmed Al Habsi, announced the lifting of the animal import ban on specific regions in India, Nepal, Turkey, Australia, and Puerto Rico. The decision follows thorough verification and confirmation from relevant veterinary authorities, ensuring that…
