Oman launches public consultation on regulating

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) has issued a public consultation document concerning the draft regulations governing children’s use of social media platforms.

Oman, Sri Lanka explore investment partnerships

Oman and Sri Lanka held high-level talks to explore strategic investment partnerships and economic cooperation across their special economic zones and free zones.

TAS Special Report: What happens when you report

Speaking exclusively to Al Sawt, the Arabic platform of The Arabian Stories, Saeed bin Khalfan Al Hashami, Director of the Contact Centre at Nama Electricity Distribution, explained how the company’s digital outage management system enables emergency teams to be dispatched instantly to power disruptions across Oman while also urging customers to adopt energy-saving practices to improve efficiency and reduce electricity consumption.

Muscat establishment caught using expired

The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has seized a commercial establishment in Muscat Governorate for using expired materials in the production and packaging of consumer goods, with the products placed in containers carrying recent dates.

Oman announces RO 150 monthly support to boost

The Ministry of Labour has confirmed its readiness for the Dhofar Khareef Season 2026 by implementing programmes to regulate the labour market and enhance temporary employment opportunities for Omani youth.

Oman launches fish safety campaign to reduce

A team of specialists from the Food Safety and Quality Centre has launched an awareness campaign targeting fish vendors in markets across Oman to prevent histamine poisoning risks during the summer season.

Oman’s real estate transactions rise 13.4% to

The value of real estate transactions in Oman increased by 13.4 percent by the end of April 2026, reaching RO 945.8 million compared to RO 833.9 million during the same period in 2025.

Oman experts support Royal directive to regulate

Specialists and concerned authorities have welcomed the Royal directive of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to assess children’s use of digital tools and develop controls to regulate them, describing it as a major step towards a safer digital environment for children in Oman.

Car fuel production at Oman refineries records

The production of car fuels at refineries in the Sultanate of Oman recorded a growth of 86.2 percent during April 2026, while car fuel production decreased by 5.8 percent compared to the same period in 2025.

Muscat Municipality develops new roundabout

Muscat Municipality is implementing a development project for the Maizoon Mosque Roundabout and Al Shabab Street in Al Mawaleh South, Seeb, aimed at improving traffic movement, enhancing road connectivity and reducing congestion.

Oman launches ‘Summer of Arts’ programme with

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth has launched the “Summer of Arts” programme, featuring 18 specialised training courses designed to develop the creative skills and artistic talents of school students during the summer vacation.

Oman Environment Authority urges reduced beach

The Environment Authority has urged the public to avoid strong lighting near coastal nesting beaches, warning that artificial light can disrupt sea turtle nesting behaviour and endanger hatchlings.