Oman Customs seizes over 5,900 cigarette packs

Oman Customs has seized more than 5,900 packs of cigarettes and over 400 kilograms of tobacco derivatives during an operation in Seeb Wilayat.

Oman, Kuwait foreign ministers discuss bilateral

Officials meet in Al Jabal Al Akhdar to review cooperation and exchange views on issues of mutual interest.

Oman rescues 24 Indian seafarers after MT Marivex

Indian Embassy thanks Omani authorities for swift response as all crew members brought to safety.

Five arrested for illegal entry and drug

The Coast Guard Police under the Dhofar Governorate Police Command arrested five individuals for attempting to enter the Sultanate illegally and smuggle quantities of narcotics via a fishing vessel.

Oman’s electricity production rises 9.7% by end

In contrast, total water production declined by 2.3 per cent to 158,656.5 million cubic metres by the end of April.

His Majesty issues Royal Decree promulgating

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has issued Royal Decree No. 64/2026 promulgating the Civil Society Institutions Law.

Indian Embassy in Oman coordinates with

The Embassy of India in Oman said it is closely monitoring an incident involving a vessel carrying Indian seafarers off the coast of Oman and is in contact with Omani authorities to ensure the safety and rescue of those on board.

New parks, infrastructure upgrades planned as

Muscat Municipality has signed a number of agreements to implement new service and development projects in the wilayats of Seeb, Bausher and Al Amerat.

Oman’s Nama swiftly restores electricity to

The case drew widespread attention online, with many users welcoming the company’s intervention and praising the quick resolution of the matter.

Tourism ministry issues registration notice for

The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has called on all establishments and daily rental service providers to register on approved digital platforms ahead of the Dhofar Khareef 2026 season.

Oman’s Civil Defence takes over marine rescue

Operational duties for the Sultanate’s marine rescue station have been transferred from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) to unify and enhance Oman's maritime emergency response system.

Oman heads into hotter, drier summer with

CAA forecasts above-average temperatures and reduced rainfall across much of the Sultanate through August, pointing to a warmer and drier-than-usual summer season.