Oman rescues over 400 people as emergency teams

Air and ground units carry out dozens of missions following hundreds of distress calls across affected areas.

Weather depression weakens, but heavy rains still

The current weather depression continues to impact parts of Oman, with moderate to heavy rainfall and overflowing wadis reported across several governorates.

Rockfall disrupts traffic on Wadi Adai–Amerat

Authorities divert vehicles to two lanes as clearance operations continue.

Schools in Oman to decide between classrooms and

The Ministry of Education has announced that schools and higher education institutions will have the flexibility to decide whether to resume in-person classes or shift to distance learning from Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Oman extends ban on drone activities

No timeline has been specified for lifting the suspension, with officials indicating that restrictions will remain until further notice.

Oman’s dams overflow after heavy rains,

Heavy rainfall driven by the current weather depression has significantly boosted water reserves across South Sharqiyah, with key dams in Sur and Jaalan Bani Bu Ali reaching high storage levels.

Oman backs fair trade, reform agenda at global

Oman is actively participating in the 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization, currently underway in Yaoundé, Republic of Cameroon.

Government official visits shelters to review

Inspection aims to ensure welfare standards and assess ongoing relief operations.

533 sheltered, dozens rescued as Oman battles

Authorities across Oman have intensified response efforts to tackle the impact of a weather depression, with hundreds sheltered, patients airlifted, and rescue teams working round the clock.

Oman’s North Al Sharqiyah dams exceed 75%

More than 6 million cubic metres of water recorded; authorities open dam gates to manage inflows and recharge groundwater.

CBSE rolls out alternative assessment scheme for

CBSE to use internal exams, practical scores and available theory components to finalise results for students affected by exam disruptions across the region including Oman.

Oman issues heavy rain alert as thunderstorms,

Civil Aviation Authority warns of flooding risks, strong winds and low visibility across multiple governorates.