MUSCAT: The 2025 Dhofar Khareef season has seen a notable increase in tourist arrivals, with estimated figures showing a 2.1 percent rise compared to the same period in 2024, which recorded 810,085 visitors. The total number of visitors for this year reflects the growing popularity of the region as a prime tourist destination, underscoring Oman’s…
MUSCAT: Hafeet Rail, the developer and operator of the Oman–UAE Railway Network, has successfully received its first shipment of railway tracks at the General Cargo Terminal of Sohar Port and Freezone, operated by C. Steinweg Oman LLC. The consignment includes over 3,800 E260-grade tracks, each measuring 25 metres and collectively weighing 5,700 metric tons. Manufactured…
MUSCAT: The ongoing women-only blood donation campaign in Oman is being conducted in collaboration with the Samad Charity Team, the Blood Bank at Ibra Reference Hospital, and the Directorate General of Health Services in the governorate. The initiative is further supported by the Ministry of Health, Al Mudhaibi Health City, and other local community health…
MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) confirmed that its North Al Batinah Governorate Police Command successfully apprehended two individuals of Asian nationality involved in a theft incident in the Wilayat of Al Suwaiq. The suspects reportedly targeted a residential property, taking advantage of the homeowners’ absence to carry out the crime. Authorities acted promptly on…
MUSCAT: In a significant diplomatic statement during a meeting held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah Al Qatabi, Head of the International Organizations Department at the Omani Foreign Ministry, emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive and permanent ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Leading the Sultanate of Oman’s delegation, he underscored the…
UAE: The UAE has officially designated Friday, September 5, 2025 (12th of Rabi Al-Awwal), as a paid holiday for employees across both the public and private sectors to mark the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) issued the guidance for private companies following a…
MUSCAT: The new cable car project in Muscat is poised to become a major tourist attraction, extending over three kilometres and featuring three distinct stations designed to offer visitors an immersive experience. The first station will be located at Muttrah Port, adjacent to the fish market, providing convenient access for tourists and locals alike. From…
SOHAR: Suhar Industrial City, part of the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn), has recently localised six major projects with a combined investment exceeding RO 27 million. The initiative reflects Oman’s ongoing efforts to boost industrial growth and economic diversification by attracting significant investment into the country’s manufacturing and production sectors. These projects are set…
MUSCAT: The North Al Batinah Governorate Police Command successfully apprehended two individuals of Asian nationality involved in stealing electrical cables and wires from multiple farms and water supply sites in Wilayat Sohar. The Royal Oman Police (ROP) confirmed that the stolen equipment was primarily intended for residential water supply systems, posing a significant risk to…
MUSCAT: Oman Cricket has officially revealed its 17-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025, marking the nation’s first-ever appearance in this prestigious tournament. The team secured qualification by finishing as runners-up in the ACC Premier Cup 2024, hosted on Omani soil, showcasing the country’s growing presence in the regional cricketing scene. This milestone reflects the…
