Engineering goods exports from India reach record

The value of total engineering exports stood at USD 109.30 billion in 2023-24.

Bank Muscat participates in 29th Muscat

This annual gathering ignites interest in reading, offering visitors access to the latest cultural publications and books from local, regional and international publishers. 

AdLife Clinic & Visa Centre at Barka

AdLife Clinic & Visa Medical Center in Barka is highlighting its specialised paediatric care with the addition of Dr. Rhoda Ramesh Raje, an experienced paediatrician with over 16 years in child healthcare.

BankDhofar’s Ladies Account: Exclusive

As part of its ongoing campaign to highlight tailored financial solutions for women, BankDhofar is promoting its Ladies Account, which now features a newly introduced vertical purple debit card exclusively for female customers.

Crowne Plaza Muscat signs renovation contract

Something new is on the horizon for one of Muscat’s most familiar addresses. On Thursday, April 24, 2025, Gulf Hotels (Oman), the owning company of Crowne Plaza Muscat, signed a contract with Shanfari Trading & Furnishing Company LLC to lead the hotel’s upcoming renovation project

Muscat Stock Exchange index slides 31 points as

The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) closed lower last week, with its main index dropping 31 points to 4,273, as global market volatility and fresh U.S. tariffs rattled investor sentiment across the Gulf and beyond

Elon Musk’s DOGE slashes USD 400 million in

The US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk, has directed AmeriCorps to cut nearly USD 400 million in grants, about 41% of the agency's total funding for grants, according to three individuals familiar with the situation who requested anonymity, The Washington Post reported.

Oman oil slips below $68 mark for June delivery

The official selling price of Omani crude for June delivery dropped to $67.77 per barrel on Thursday, marking a 50-cent dip from the previous day’s price of $68.27.

Oman imposes anti-dumping duties on ceramic tile

Starting May 29, 2025, Oman will impose anti-dumping duties on ceramic and porcelain tile imports from China and India.

Muscat Gas teams up with Silicon Valley firm to

Muscat Gas Company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the US-based IonClear.

Omani startup 44.01 bags $1 million XPRIZE for

Omani startup 44.01 has clinched the US$1 million XFACTOR prize in the Air category of the prestigious XPRIZE Carbon Removal competition.

Oman Air, Oman Airports highlight 2024

Having undertaken a workforce rightsizing programme, the airline has successfully redeployed 74 Omani employees within the airline, while 87 have been offered roles across the broader aviation ecosystem.