Thousands of students from CBSE-affiliated schools in India and abroad, including schools in Oman and the Gulf region, appeared for the Class 12 examinations this year.
Oman is accelerating its energy transition strategy with plans to increase the share of renewable energy in the national electricity mix to 30 percent by 2030, according to a senior official from the Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR).
Oman Botanic Garden, under Muscat Municipality, has secured the Urban Compliance Certificate for its Dhofar Mountains Biome, marking another milestone in Oman’s sustainable development and green building initiatives.
Dhofar Governorate is set for a major infrastructure boost with 424 kilometres of new roads under RO 370 million development projects.
Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has called on all beneficiaries of truck-based freight transport services to obtain transport documents before commencing operations.
Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in China has announced the extension of China’s unilateral visa-free policy for Omani citizens until December 31, 2026.
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.
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 has officially appointed Tariq Atiq as its Chief Executive Officer following approval from the Central Bank of Oman.
Experts warn that excessive smartphone and social media use may affect focus, memory and thinking abilities among youth.
An Iranian delegation held talks with Omani officials in Muscat regarding recent developments in the Strait of Hormuz.
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 bans work visas for expats in more than 200 professions
Oman updates prohibited professions for expats, adds ‘engineers’, ‘managers’ to the list
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Oman lifts travel ban on India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and other countries
Eid Al Fitr holidays announced in Oman
