MUSCAT: The Corporate Culture Enhancement Forum was held under the patronage of His Excellency Mohammed bin Suleiman Al Kindi, Governor of North Al Batinah. The event focused on crucial discussions regarding the role of training and education in fostering a strong institutional culture, alongside the development of skills and competencies within governorates. Furthermore, the forum…
MUSCAT: Oman delivered a nail-biting performance, defeating Bahrain by two runs in a crucial Gulf Cup T20 Championship group stage match on Tuesday at the ICC Academy in Dubai. This narrow win, Oman’s second of the tournament, keeps their hopes of retaining the title alive after an earlier loss to hosts UAE. Opting to bat…
MUSCAT: The Oman Human Rights Commission (OHRC) has commended Renaissance Services for its significant contributions to advancing worker welfare and workplace standards in the Sultanate of Oman. The recognition followed a recent visit by an OHRC delegation to Renaissance Village Duqm (RSVD), led by Dr Rashid bin Hamad Al Balushi, Chairman, OHRC. During the visit,…
MUSCAT: The much-anticipated tournament draw ceremony will take place tomorrow evening (Wednesday), attended by Musa bin Khamis Al Balushi, Chairman of the Oman Handball Federation, alongside senior officials including Jihad bin Abdullah Al Sheikh, Vice Chairman of Oman Club and Chairman of the Organizing Committee, and representatives from participating Gulf clubs. The event will feature…
MUSCAT: The Civil Aviation Authority has issued a weather forecast for today, December 17, 2024, warning of dusty conditions across most of Oman. These conditions are expected to reduce visibility in several regions, making it important for residents to take precautions. The dust storm is likely to affect daily activities, especially in outdoor spaces, requiring…
GENEVA: The meetings in Geneva, which began earlier this month, are scheduled to continue until the 18th. During these sessions, Oman has emphasized the critical need for collective action and the commitment of all member states to effectively implement the Biological Weapons Convention (BWC). The Sultanate reaffirmed its full support for the objectives of the…
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…
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,…
