SalamAir Welcomes New Airbus A321neo ‘Muttrah’

MUSCAT: SalamAir, Oman’s leading low-cost carrier, has expanded its growing fleet with the arrival of its newest aircraft, an Airbus A321neo named ‘Muttrah’. The name, which pays tribute to Muscat’s historic coastal district, was selected through a popular Instagram vote organised by the airline. Thousands of passengers and social media followers participated in the online…

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Fatal Truck Collision In Ibri Wilayat

MUSCAT: A tragic road accident in Oman’s Ibri Wilayat has resulted in the deaths of three individuals and left one person critically injured following a collision involving a heavy truck. Preliminary reports from local authorities indicate that the incident occurred along a major transport route frequently used by commercial vehicles linking Ibri to surrounding areas….

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Café Shut Down Over License and Health Breaches

NORTH AL BATINAH: North Batinah Municipality has closed a café found operating without the required commercial license and in violation of established health and safety regulations. The enforcement action follows an inspection campaign aimed at ensuring adherence to municipal standards across food and beverage establishments. Inspectors reported that the café was functioning despite the absence…

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Import Ban on Birds From Extremadura

MUSCAT: Issued under the authority of the Veterinary Quarantine Law promulgated by Royal Decree No. 45/2004, alongside its Executive Regulations under Ministerial Resolution No. 107/2008, the newly enacted decision reflects concerted efforts to uphold animal welfare and safeguard public health. Acting on the recommendation of the competent veterinary authority, it introduces a prohibition on importing…

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CPA Recovers OMR 7,000 For Consumers Last Week

MUSCAT: In a series of interventions conducted last week, the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) successfully recovered a total of OMR 7,000 for affected consumers across Al Dakhliyah and Al Suwaiq. The recovery was part of ongoing efforts to ensure service providers adhere to fair trade practices and fulfill their obligations. Cases involved consumers who had…

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Oman’s Governorates See 306% Surge In Q2 Commerce

MUSCAT: Oman’s economic landscape experienced a remarkable upswing in the second quarter of 2025, with the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) reporting a year-on-year growth of over 306% in licensed commercial activities across various governorates. This substantial increase highlights renewed investor confidence and an accelerated pace of business establishment and registration. It…

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Azerbaijani Gas Reaches Syria Through Türkiye Pipeline

AZERBAIJANI: In a significant development aimed at revitalizing energy access in Syria, Azerbaijani natural gas has officially started flowing into the country through the Kilis-Aleppo pipeline, which passes via Türkiye. This move marks the first time Azerbaijani energy resources are being directly channeled into Syrian infrastructure, creating potential for widespread electricity improvements in areas suffering…

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CAA Reports Extremely High Temperatures Across Oman

MUSCAT: The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued its latest weather bulletin, highlighting dangerously high temperatures recorded in several parts of the Sultanate within the last 24 hours. According to the report, multiple regions, particularly in the interior and desert zones, experienced extreme heat conditions, with some areas reaching temperatures above 49°C. These heat levels…

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CPA Recovers OMR 7,000 For Consumers In Oman

MUSCAT: Over the past week, the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) successfully recovered a total of OMR 7,000 for consumers in Al Dakhliyah and Al Suwaiq governorates. The action came after several service providers were found in violation of consumer protection laws, including issues related to vehicle specifications and delays in providing promised services. These recoveries…

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