MUSCAT: Preliminary findings from recent archaeological digs in Oman suggest the discovery of two ancient civilizations dating back to the Early Bronze Age, between 2000 and 3500 BC. These findings point to a significant historical timeline related to the Hafit and Umm Al Nar civilizations. The site shows a gap in settlement between the two…
MUSCAT: The Al Buraimi Governorate Police Command has successfully arrested a suspect involved in a theft at a building materials store in the governorate. Authorities have been investigating the incident for some time, with the swift action of the police leading to the identification and capture of the individual responsible for the crime. The suspect…
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour, has announced the creation of 1,157 job opportunities within the wholesale and retail sectors in Oman. Of these, 525 are direct jobs, while 332 opportunities are available at fuel stations across the Sultanate. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment…
MUSCAT: The highly anticipated semifinal match between Oman and Saudi Arabia is set to take place next Tuesday at Jaber Al Mubarak Stadium in Kuwait. In preparation for the match, Al Masroori, the head of the Omani football delegation, announced several initiatives to support the fans traveling to Kuwait. Two planes have already been arranged…
MUSCAT: Oman has introduced a total of 1,157 job openings in the retail sector, which aims to provide a substantial boost to employment across various regions. The government has taken significant steps to address the growing demand for skilled labor, ensuring that these jobs are accessible to qualified individuals across Oman. These opportunities are a…
MUSCAT: Starting January 1, 2025, Oman will implement updated electricity pricing rules designed to streamline rates across various sectors. The decision comes as part of an effort to align the electricity tariffs with the public interest and the Law Regulating and Privatizing the Electricity and Related Water Sector (Royal Decree No. 78/2004). The new pricing…
MUSCAT: The General Department for Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances in Oman has successfully apprehended two individuals involved in the illegal trafficking of over 75 kilograms of illicit drugs. This significant operation led to the seizure of various substances, including crystal meth, hashish, marijuana, and psychotropic tablets. The authorities acted swiftly on intelligence reports, which…
MUSCAT: Bank Dhofar, the second-largest bank in Oman by branch network, recently hosted an event celebrating the accomplishments of over 90 employees who earned academic and professional qualifications across various fields. The ceremony, held under the patronage of His Excellency Tahir bin Salim Al Amri, Executive President of the Central Bank of Oman, highlighted the…
MUSCAT: Tariq Hilal Al Barwani, the Founder of Knowledge Oman, was honored with the “Outstanding Innovative Influencer of the Year” award at the International Institute of Influencers’ gala event held at the luxurious ‘W’ Hotel in Muscat. The prestigious award was presented by Sheikh Faisal bin Abdullah Al-Rawas, Chairman of the Oman Chamber of Commerce…
MUSCAT: The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) has announced that its application is currently unavailable due to ongoing technical updates. The update process aims to enhance the platform’s performance and ensure a better user experience. MSX has assured its users that efforts are underway to restore the application as quickly as possible and minimize disruption. While…
