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MUSCAT: His Majesty the Sultan of Oman sent a heartfelt cable extending his sincere congratulations to the President of Gabon. In his message, he conveyed his best wishes for the President’s continued good health and personal happiness. This gesture underscores the long-standing cordial relations between Oman and Gabon and reflects the Sultan’s commitment to nurturing…
SOHAR: Sohar International Bank has formally disclosed to the Muscat Stock Exchange that it submitted a request to the Central Bank of Oman on August 13, 2025, seeking in-principal approval to pursue a non-binding offer for the proposed acquisition of Bima, Oman’s first fully digital insurance portal. The platform enables customers to compare and purchase…
MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) announced that its Directorate General for Combating Drugs and Psychotropic Substances successfully apprehended six individuals in connection with a major drug bust. Authorities recovered over 32 kilogrammes of crystal meth and 23 kilogrammes of marijuana during the operation, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb illegal narcotics trafficking within the Sultanate….
MUSCAT: The Oman Meteorology Department has forecast continued cloud flow across the country, resulting in partly cloudy to cloudy skies in many regions. Coastal areas from Ras Al Hadd to Ras Madrakah are currently experiencing scattered rainfall, with similar conditions expected to persist in the coming hours. The cloud coverage is contributing to enhanced chances…
MUSCAT: The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) in Oman has introduced new regulations aimed at balancing competition with the financial sustainability of the telecom sector. These changes come amid concerns that aggressive promotional campaigns could negatively impact industry revenues and long-term investments in network infrastructure. The updated framework follows consultations with major providers including Omantel, Ooredoo,…
MUSCAT: Omani ports have shown significant growth in the first half of 2025, reflecting the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology’s ongoing efforts to enhance port infrastructure and readiness in line with Oman Vision 2040. According to Muhanna bin Musa bin Baqer, Director General of Ports, the total container throughput at Salalah, Sohar, and…
MUSCAT: The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) successfully concluded a case involving two separate complaints against a travel company that failed to deliver contracted services. The first consumer had booked a comprehensive travel package valued at RO 2,240, paying RO 1,500 in advance, only to discover that the trip was cancelled with no prior notification or…
MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the President of Pakistan, the families of the victims, and the people of Pakistan following the tragic incident that claimed multiple lives. In his message, His Majesty expressed deep sorrow over the loss and extended sincere sympathy to all those affected by this…
MUSCAT: The Royal Oman Police (ROP), through its Directorate General of Inquiries and Criminal Investigations, successfully recovered a suspect of Asian nationality who had fled the country after committing multiple crimes involving embezzlement and forgery. The suspect was reportedly employed at a commercial company where the fraudulent activities took place, causing significant financial losses. His…
MUSCAT: The Royal Court Affairs has announced the official opening of the tourist track at Razat Sultaniya Farm in Salalah, Dhofar Governorate, following the Royal orders of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. Starting Monday, the farm will welcome visitors to experience its agricultural environment and enjoy its natural beauty. This step is part of…
