Oman’s SJC streamlines judgment

The Supreme Judicial Council (SJC) has announced new automated service aimed at enhancing the efficiency of judgment implementation and improving the overall quality of judicial services.

Oman extends sea cucumber fishing ban for five

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources has issued Ministerial Decision No. 167/2025, extending the ban on fishing, possession, and trading of sea cucumbers in Oman for a five-year period, starting July 5, 2025.

Three Iranian nationals arrested for smuggling

The Coast Guard Police at the Musandam Governorate Police Command have apprehended three Iranian nationals on board a boat in Omani territorial waters.

Oman achieves medical milestone with first-ever

In a groundbreaking achievement for Oman, a team of Omani neurosurgeons at Sultan Qaboos University Hospital – University Medical City (UMC) - has successfully performed the first brain tumour removal surgery using the "Awake Craniotomy" technique.

CPA gears up for 2025 Dhofar Khareef season with

Coinciding with the ongoing 2025 Dhofar Khareef season, the Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) in the governorate has launched a comprehensive field awareness campaign under the slogan ‘Your Trust is Our Destination

Oman’s Shinas Port handles over 360,000 tons of

Statistics released by Shinas Port in North Al Batinah Governorate indicate a rise in exports and imports during the first half of this year, reflecting the port's growing role in supporting the national economy and boosting regional and international trade.

Oman extends condolences to United States over

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed Oman’s condolences and sympathy to the United States of America, its government and people, following the devastating floods that struck the state of Texas.

Oman’s tourism ministry issues clarification on

The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has issued an official statement addressing growing public appeals for improved services and infrastructure in the Jabal Sharqi area, located in the Wilayat of Al Hamra in the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate.

Business owner in Barka sentenced to jail and

The Primary Court in the Wilayat of Barka has issued a judicial ruling against a local business owner for violating the Consumer Protection Law (Royal Decree No. 66/2014).

Shabab Oman II wins ‘Best Ship in Crew

The Royal Navy of Oman’s (RNO) vessel Shabab Oman II has won the prestigious “Best Ship in the Crew Parade” award at the Le Havre Maritime Festival in France.

Personal Income Tax Law in Oman to fine

According to the new law monitored by The Arabian Stories, Oman is set to introduce a personal income tax in January 2028—the first of its kind in the Gulf—and violators could face prison time and fines up to RO 20,000.

18 Ethiopian expats caught illegally entering Oman

Authorities in Oman have arrested 18 Ethiopian expats for illegally entering the country