Oman Botanic Garden secures Urban Compliance

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 to add 424km of new roads under RO 370

Dhofar Governorate is set for a major infrastructure boost with 424 kilometres of new roads under RO 370 million development projects.

Oman introduces mandatory transport documents for

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.

China extends visa-free entry for Omani citizens

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.

Still using plastic bags after ban? Oman’s

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.

Ambulance driver killed, crew injured in Oman’s

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 appoints Tariq Atiq as new Chief

Bank Nizwa has officially appointed Tariq Atiq as its Chief Executive Officer following approval from the Central Bank of Oman.

Oman experts raise concerns over ‘brain rot’

Experts warn that excessive smartphone and social media use may affect focus, memory and thinking abilities among youth.

Oman hold talks with Iran on safe passage in

An Iranian delegation held talks with Omani officials in Muscat regarding recent developments in the Strait of Hormuz.

Hundreds of students in Oman affected after India

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, Estonia discuss bilateral cooperation and

His Excellency Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Oman’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, received a telephone call from His Excellency Margus Tsahkna, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia.

Oman-India FTA talks move ahead in New Delhi

Oman and the Republic of India have stepped up efforts to activate the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA), holding a series of procedural and technical meetings in New Delhi.