MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has arrested two individuals for possession of a significant amount of drugs, including heroin and over 29,000 psychotropic pills. The arrests were made by the General Department for Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances. The two suspects, identified as Asian nationals, were found to be in possession of the illegal…
MUSCAT: The Environment Authority (EA) in Oman is launching a series of awareness campaigns to prepare the public for the upcoming ban on plastic shopping bags, set to take effect from January 2025. The campaigns are designed to inform citizens about the new regulations, explain the environmental impact of plastic bags, and promote the use…
MUSCAT: The National Center for Early Warning and Multi-Hazards at the Civil Aviation Authority in Oman issued a report about an expected trough of low pressure impacting the Sultanate’s atmosphere from Tuesday, December 24, to Thursday, December 26, 2024. The low-pressure system, which was originally scheduled for December 26, has now been rescheduled to Friday…
MUSCAT: His Highness Sayyid Shihab bin Tarik bin Taimur Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for Defence Affairs, engaged in meaningful discussions with Her Excellency, the Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to Oman. The meeting underscored the longstanding and robust relationship between Oman and Jordan, highlighting the deep-rooted diplomatic ties between the two nations….
MUSCAT: Oman has showcased its advancements in education, culture, and science on the international stage, reinforcing its dedication to achieving Oman Vision 2040. During a significant session, the country’s strides in these fields were emphasized, along with its collaborations with global organizations such as UNESCO, ISESCO, and ALECSO. The session highlighted Oman’s registration of five…
KAZAKH: A passenger plane operated by Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau on Wednesday. The plane was en route from Baku to Grozny, Russia, when it encountered difficulties and had to make an emergency landing. Initial reports indicated that there were survivors, and authorities are working to provide further details about…
MUSCAT: A high-level meeting held in Muscat focused on strengthening trade relations and industrial integration between Oman and Saudi Arabia. The discussions centered on several key areas, including enhancing export facilitation, streamlining supply chains, and addressing the challenges faced by exporters in both countries. The talks also highlighted initiatives aimed at aligning both nations’ economic…
DUBAI: A serious eye injury occurred when an Indian expat student, in the 8th grade, was struck in the eye by a cricket ball. This unexpected accident happened while the child was playing with friends in a parking lot near his apartment in Dubai. The impact caused pain, redness, and blurry vision in the left…
MUSCAT: The Environment Authority of Oman has announced an extension for the submission of investment plans for the Al-Sarrin Nature Reserve (White Mountain) and the Al-Salil Nature Park Reserve. Originally set to close earlier, the deadline has now been extended to Thursday, January 2, 2025. This extension provides ample time for companies, institutions, and investors…
DUBAI: Motorists in Abu Dhabi are being urged to exercise extra caution today due to dense fog conditions expected to persist in some areas until 9 am. The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) issued red and yellow weather alerts, indicating that low visibility will be a significant concern in these areas. Madinat Zayed and Al…
