MUSCAT: Oman captain Jatinder Singh expressed disappointment over his team’s defeat to the UAE in their Asia Cup Group A clash in Abu Dhabi but maintained that the side is making steady progress at the highest level. After UAE posted 172/5, Oman faltered to 130 all out in 18.4 overs. Jatinder praised the UAE batters…
MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced that its South Al Sharqiyah Governorate Police Command successfully apprehended an individual accused of committing multiple thefts across the Wilayat of Jalan Bani Bu Ali. The suspect is alleged to have stolen cash, bank cards, and electronic devices from several vehicles in various locations, raising concerns among residents…
MUSCAT:As part of its national effort to combat human trafficking, Oman has launched the three-month ‘Aman’ awareness campaign under the supervision of the National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking. The campaign, initiated on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, aims to educate the public, workers, and employers about human trafficking, highlighting the…
MUSCAT: As part of intensified market monitoring targeting commercial establishments, Omani authorities conducted a comprehensive operation that led to the seizure of prohibited non-smoked chewing tobacco stored in a local store’s warehouse. The confiscated items included various popular brands such as ‘Afdhal,’ ‘Pan Bahar,’ ‘Shaker,’ and ‘Raja Kallis,’ amounting to a total of 1,018 bags…
MUSCAT: Oman’s General Administration of Customs has introduced a new digital platform that allows importers and traders to calculate customs duties in advance. This service is designed to simplify the process of estimating tax liabilities before goods arrive at Omani ports. By providing a user-friendly online interface, the platform ensures that businesses can plan their…
MUSCAT: Oman marked the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer under this year’s theme, ‘From Science to Global Action,’ emphasizing the vital role of science in guiding effective measures to protect the ozone layer. The celebration highlighted the significance of the Montreal Protocol in shielding the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation while…
MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) reported that the Directorate General of Traffic recently stopped multiple individuals and vehicles belonging to a rental company for breaching Oman’s traffic laws and engaging in behaviours considered contrary to public order and morals. Authorities emphasized that the interventions were part of ongoing efforts to maintain safety on roads…
SALALAH: Salalah Airport witnessed a substantial increase in passenger traffic during the three-month Dhofar Khareef Season, driven by growing demand for travel to the governorate’s scenic landscapes, mild climate, and rich cultural events. Passenger numbers rose to 562,561, representing a 13.2 percent increase compared to the same period in 2024. Aircraft movements also grew by…
MUSCAT: The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has issued a stark warning regarding the rapid decline of existing oil and gas fields worldwide, emphasizing that without sustained investment, the global energy supply could face significant shortfalls equivalent to the combined annual production of Brazil and Norway. Fatih Birol, the agency’s executive director, highlighted that nearly…
MUSCAT: Under the patronage of His Highness Sayyid Numair bin Salim Al Said, the second edition of the Themar Islamic Banking Conference & Excellence Awards will be held on September 28, 2025, at the Intercity Hotel Muscat. This event, organised by The Arabian Stories (TAS), is designed to build momentum for Islamic finance in Oman…
