Oman seaports anchor trade growth with RO 16.5

Oman’s seaports led the nation’s trade activity in 2024, accounting for RO 16.5 billion, or 77% of total trade volume, according to Mohanna bin Musa bin Baqer, Director General of Ports at the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology.

Oman opens new oil and gas blocks to boost energy

The Ministry of Energy and Minerals has launched a new round of oil and gas concession offerings across the Sultanate of Oman.

OQ firms lead as energy, banking, and telecom

Public joint-stock companies listed on the Muscat Stock Exchange posted a major upswing in performance last year, with net profits soaring by 52.6% to reach RO 1.339 billion, up from RO 877.3 million in 2023.

Oman renews commitment to solidarity, peaceful

Oman joined its Arab counterparts in celebrating the 80th anniversary of the founding of the Arab League, reaffirming its deep-rooted commitment to joint Arab action, dialogue, and regional cooperation since joining the League in 1971.

Oman’s Police aviation joins rescue teams

Search operations are ongoing for a man who went missing after leaving his family home in the Khadal area of Ibri.

Two arrested for possession of illegal fireworks

The explosives were illegally stored in a shop in Sinaw, posing a significant threat to public safety.

Honourable Lady sends greetings on Mother’s Day

This event portrays aspects of loyalty, gratitude and appreciation for the great sacrifices made by mothers as they engage in bringing up children, protecting the family and society and instilling noble values and ideals.

Muscat Municipality announces partial closure of

Muscat Municipality, in collaboration with the Royal Oman Police, has announced a partial closure of Sultan Qaboos Street for essential road maintenance.

Muscat Municipality Chairman visits Oman Botanic

His Excellency Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Humaidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, visited the Oman Botanic Garden today to assess the progress of the project and review ongoing efforts to protect the Sultanate’s rich plant diversity.

Syed Ahmad Salman elected as Chairman of Board of

Syed Ahmad Salman elected as Chairman of Board of Directors of Indian Schools in Oman

Agreement inked for safe disposal of veterinary

Oman Environmental Services Holding Company (Be'ah) signed an agreement with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources to manage the collection, transportation, and treatment of healthcare waste generated by government veterinary clinics.

Begging cases surge during Ramadan and holidays,

The Ministry of Social Development has raised concerns over the rising phenomenon of begging, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan and public holidays, revealing that the majority of those apprehended are expatriates.