MUSCAT: The Central Bank of Oman recently allocated a total of RO 35 million for treasury bills. Of this amount, RO 10 million was allocated to bills with a maturity period of 28 days, while RO 25 million was earmarked for bills with a 91-day maturity. Treasury bills are short-term government securities that play an…
NEW DELHI: The World Health Organization (WHO) has urged Southeast Asian nations to intensify efforts in combating tuberculosis (TB). WHO Regional Director Saima Wazed highlighted the critical need for addressing socio-economic factors like undernutrition and using innovations, including artificial intelligence, to improve outcomes. A community-driven approach remains central to achieving significant progress and ensuring equitable…
MUSCAT: The initiative is designed to improve connectivity between residential and commercial areas, easing movement between villages while fostering urban growth and economic development across the region. Eng. Nasser bin Ahmed Al Hinai, Director General of North Al Batinah Municipality, emphasized the extensive scope of the project, which includes the development of internal roads across…
MUSCAT: According to the Civil Aviation Authority, the lowest temperature recorded yesterday was in Saiq, reaching a chilly 5.1ºC. This temperature dip marked one of the coldest days in recent months, sending residents to pull out their warmest clothing. Other regions across Oman also experienced significant drops in temperature. Yanqul recorded 10.9°C, while Mhadha reached…
MUSCAT: W Muscat is amplifying its passion for music with the much-anticipated launch of its in-house Music Production Studio. To mark the occasion, W Muscat invites guests and music enthusiasts to an electrifying launch party on December 20th, 2024, at Siddharta Lounge by Buddha Bar. This trailblazing event will feature a lineup of world-class talent,…
SAUDIA ARABIA: The first joint Omani-Saudi military exercise, “Solidarity/1,” officially began in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, bringing together forces from both nations to strengthen military cooperation. The exercise involves a force from the Oman Coast Battalion of the Infantry Brigade (23) of the Royal Army of Oman and a contingent from the Second Battalion…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology has signed a landmark agreement with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to establish a Center for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) in Oman. This collaboration underscores Oman’s commitment to advancing technological innovation and integrating modern solutions to drive economic growth and sustainability. The 4IR Center, set…
MUSCAT: The Royal Academy of Management (RAM) will hold a graduation ceremony for 50 Omani women leaders under the patronage of Her Highness the Honorable Lady Sayyida Ahad bint Abdullah bin Hamed Al Busaidi, Spouse of His Majesty the Sultan. The event will honor the women who successfully completed the “Tasmu” initiative, a groundbreaking program…
MUSCAT: Sultan Qaboos University marked a significant milestone as 1,613 male and female students graduated in the first ceremony of the 35th batch from the university’s scientific colleges. Graduates hailed from diverse fields including Engineering, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science, Nursing, and Agricultural and Marine Sciences, all of whom represent the future of Oman’s academic…
MUSCAT: During his official visit to Oman, the President of the Republic of Belarus toured the National Museum in Muscat. The visit provided an opportunity for the Belarusian leader to explore Oman’s rich cultural heritage through one of the country’s premier cultural institutions. During the tour, the President was given a detailed explanation about the…
