First cyclone of 2025 ‘Shakhti’ brews

Tropical Storm Shakhti, the first named cyclonic storm of 2025 in the Arabian Sea, has taken shape over the northeastern waters, strengthening rapidly from a deep depression.

ROP raises alarm on how scammers are targeting

The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has issued a warning against the growing menace of real estate fraud in the Sultanate, urging citizens and residents to exercise extreme caution before signing property agreements.

Here’s how UAE expats can gain quick entry

Whether for work, family visits, or leisure in hotspots like Musandam and Salalah, residents of the UAE can secure an unsponsored visa on arrival or a GCC resident eVisa.

Child rescued by Oman’s CDAA after hand

Swift action by rescue teams in Sohar prevented a domestic after a child’s hand became stuck in the outer door of a house.

Muscat joins Global Viksit Bharat run across 150

Indian diaspora, students, and local communities in Muscat unite in the worldwide initiative, reaffirming the vision of a developed and self-reliant Bharat by 2047.

Oman showcases literary heritage at Riyadh

Oman has marked a strong cultural presence at the Riyadh International Book Fair, which opened today in the Saudi capital and runs until October 11.

Oman condemns Israeli attack on humanitarian aid

The Sultanate of Oman has strongly condemned and denounced the Israeli attack on the Global Sumud Flotilla — a humanitarian mission carrying urgent aid to the Gaza Strip — calling it a blatant violation of international and humanitarian law

Oman and Thailand explore economic and

Oman and Thailand reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in the fields of economic cooperation and sustainable development, during a workshop held today at the Diplomatic Academy in Muscat.

Oman participates in GCC Financial and Economic

Oman took part in the 124th GCC Financial and Economic Cooperation Committee meeting in Kuwait, discussing regional economic integration, tax agreements, and cooperation with the IMF to enhance financial stability.

Oman Meteorology monitors tropical depression

The National Multi Hazard Early Warning Centre has issued its second weather report on a tropical depression currently forming over the northeast Arabian Sea, confirming that there is no direct impact on the Sultanate of Oman expected in the next three days.

Oman Medical Specialty Board approves new

The Board of Trustees of the Oman Medical Specialty Board (OMSB) held its third meeting for 2025 today, chaired by His Excellency Dr. Hilal Ali Al Sabti, Minister of Health and Chairman of the Board of Trustees.

Oman to get its first 3D printed mosque in Salalah

An agreement was signed today in Dhofar Governorate to implement the Al Khair Mosque project using advanced 3D printing technology.