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Still using plastic bags after ban? Oman’s EA warns that fines could cost you RO 1,000

Oman’s Environment Authority has reminded residents and businesses that violating the ban on plastic shopping bags could lead to hefty penalties and double if not complied.

Ambulance driver killed, crew

An ambulance driver was killed and several crew members were seriously injured after an ambulance belonging to the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority overturned while responding to an emergency call in North Al Batinah Governorate.

Bank Nizwa appoints Tariq Atiq as

Bank Nizwa has officially appointed Tariq Atiq as its Chief Executive Officer following approval from the Central Bank of Oman.

Oman experts raise concerns over

Experts warn that excessive smartphone and social media use may affect focus, memory and thinking abilities among youth.

Oman hold talks with Iran on safe

An Iranian delegation held talks with Omani officials in Muscat regarding recent developments in the Strait of Hormuz.

Hundreds of students in Oman affected after India

The future of over 300 medical aspirants in Oman has been thrown into uncertainty following the cancellation of the NEET UG 2026 examination by India’s National Testing Agency (NTA).

Oman, Estonia discuss bilateral cooperation and

His Excellency Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Oman’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a telephone call from His Excellency Margus Tsahkna, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia.

Oman-India FTA talks move ahead in New Delhi

Oman and the Republic of India have stepped up efforts to activate the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA), holding a series of procedural and technical meetings in New Delhi.

Oman and Azerbaijan discuss expanding cooperation

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik received a written message from His Excellency Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Oman’s CPA warns against using Flying Tiger

The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has issued a warning against the use of “Flying Tiger” glass drinking cups (220 ml) - models sold during 2024–2025 - after tests found elevated levels of lead and cadmium in the external printing.