Oman rises 8 places in global innovation inputs

Oman has climbed eight places to rank 47th globally in the Innovation Inputs pillar of the Global Innovation Index 2026, while maintaining its overall position at 69th among 139 economies.

TAS Media Group expands operations, launches new

The expansion builds on TAS Media Group’s experience in the GCC, led by its flagship digital news platform The Arabian Stories, which has developed a strong presence in the region with coverage spanning news, business, current affairs, lifestyle and community stories.

Oman reaffirms commitment to global efforts

Oman has reaffirmed its commitment to international efforts to combat racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance during a United Nations high-level meeting.

HH Sayyid Bilarab reviews health services and

His Highness Sayyid Bilarab bin Haitham Al Said, Minister of State and Governor of Muscat, chaired a meeting of the Muscat Municipal Council to review health services, development projects and initiatives to strengthen preventive healthcare.

Factory faces legal action over untreated

The Environment Authority has taken legal action against a factory in the Wilayat of Al Kamil and Al Wafi for discharging untreated wastewater in violation of Oman’s environmental regulations.

Two Omani researchers secure first place at

The study recommended strengthening efforts to preserve the Sidr tree and expand its cultivation, particularly near honey apiaries, given its impact on supporting honey production and improving its quality.

Over 208,000 Omani women own vehicles, up 4% in

The number of Omani women owning one or more vehicles reached about 208,600 in 2025, marking a 4 percent increase from the previous year.

Oman maps new strategies to turn mineral wealth

Oman is stepping up efforts to convert its mineral resources into higher-value manufactured products, with the Ministry of Energy and Minerals developing a roadmap to integrate the minerals, fertilizers and chemicals sectors and unlock new industrial investment opportunities.

Oman authorities seize 181 non-compliant

Authorities have seized and confiscated 181 electrical devices from a shop in Muscat Governorate for failing to meet standard specifications and approved requirements.

Muscat Municipality urges property owners to

Muscat Municipality has reminded property owners to ensure that the use of their properties complies with applicable regulations and requirements before renting them out.

Labour Ministry warns against unlicensed training

The Ministry of Labour has warned against unlicensed private training institutions and urged the public to report entities or individuals offering unaccredited training programmes or issuing uncertified certificates.

Oman tightens Labour Law enforcement with

Oman’s Ministry of Labour is intensifying field inspections and monitoring of establishments as part of a three-stage approach aimed at ensuring compliance with the Labour Law and taking legal action against violators.