DUBAI: India’s seven-wicket victory against Pakistan in the Asia Cup at Dubai on Sunday was overshadowed by controversy surrounding the lack of customary handshakes before and after the match. The decision by the Indian team not to engage in this gesture of goodwill drew strong reactions from the Pakistan camp, highlighting tensions both on and…
MUSCAT: Oman’s average inflation rose by 0.8 percent from January to August 2025, according to data released by the National Center for Statistics and Information. The ‘Miscellaneous Goods and Services’ group saw the highest increase at 6.0 percent, followed by ‘Transport’ at 2.7 percent, and ‘Restaurants and Hotels’ at 2.5 percent. Health-related costs increased by…
MUSCAT: The Public Services Regulatory Authority (APSR) in Oman has clarified that the widespread electricity outage on Monday, which affected multiple governorates, was caused by a technical failure and not a cyberattack as speculated on social media. The unexpected disruption left many areas without power, prompting immediate mobilization of specialized companies to restore electricity. APSR…
MUSCAT: The second phase of Oman’s national campaign to control invasive bird species has seen active participation from local communities, reinforcing the country’s commitment to environmental protection. The initiative, which resumed in early July, specifically targets species like the common myna and the Indian house crow, known for their disruptive impact on native ecosystems. Through…
MUSCAT: The Public Services Regulatory Authority (APSR) in Oman has confirmed that the fire incident at Ghala Industrial Area and the sudden power outage on Monday affecting multiple governorates are unrelated events. During a recent interview with Al Wisal, Engineer Hilal Al-Ghaithi, the official spokesperson for APSR, provided detailed insights into the causes behind the…
MUSCAT: Preliminary data from the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) reveals that Oman’s net electricity production grew by 8.7 percent during the reporting period, reaching 29,308.6 GWh compared to 26,972.2 GWh in the same period last year. This figure includes electricity purchases by the Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP) and the…
MUSCAT: According to the latest Statistical Yearbook issued by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), road safety in Oman continues to be a pressing public concern. The report shows that although the total number of traffic accidents in 2024 fell by more than nine percent compared to 2023, fatalities remained stubbornly high. Out…
MUSCAT: His Highness Sayyid Shihab and his accompanying delegation arrived at Hamad International Airport to a formal reception reflecting the strong ties between Oman and Qatar. They were welcomed by Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs of the State of Qatar. The arrival marks the beginning…
MUSCAT: The T20I Asia Cup enters its second week with an exciting encounter between Oman and hosts UAE at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. Both teams come into the match seeking redemption after heavy opening losses and are eager to assert themselves on Asia’s premier cricket stage. The game, scheduled to start at…
MUSCAT: The Philippine government has clarified that its newly announced minimum wage regulations for overseas domestic workers will not be applied to those employed in Gulf countries. Philippine Secretary of Migrant Workers Hans Leo Cacdac explained that the decision aims to respect the labour frameworks of Gulf states while maintaining the country’s commitment to its…
