The United Kingdom has announced plans to ban social media platforms from offering services to users under the age of 16, in a landmark move aimed at protecting children online and “giving kids their childhood back.”
Marking a major legislative milestone in Oman’s social development, the newly enacted Civil Society Institutions Law modernises the Sultanate’s community sector and sets a RO 1 million capital requirement for establishing foundations.
Salalah Airport has retained its five-star rating from Skytrax World Airports for the second consecutive time, reinforcing its position among leading regional and international airports offering high-quality passenger experiences.
Sultan Haitham City, represented by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning, has issued two tenders for the construction of a government school complex and a cultural and social centre.
Oman-Pakistan Friendship Association (OPFA) held its official announcement ceremony at Muscat marking a significant milestone in strengthening the longstanding friendship, cooperation, and cultural ties between Oman and Pakistan.
The Ministry of Health has outlined the procedures for obtaining a premarital medical examination certificate, highlighting its importance in promoting healthier families and supporting informed marriage decisions.
The Civil Aviation Authority has announced its readiness for the Dhofar Khareef 2026 season, with airlines increasing flights and seat capacity on the Muscat–Salalah route to meet rising travel demand during the tourism season from June 21 to September 20.
A 15-year-old girl was successfully assisted after suffering an airway obstruction while eating, following intervention and remote guidance provided by the Operations Centre of the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA).
The Ambassador of India to Oman met with the 20 Indian crew members of the vessel MT Jalveer in Muscat ahead of their repatriation to India, following their safe evacuation after an incident involving the ship on June 11, 2026.
Pise succeeds Ambassador G.V. Srinivas and takes over at a time when India and Oman continue to strengthen their longstanding strategic partnership across trade, investment, defence cooperation, culture and people-to-people ties.
The position was underscored during a meeting in Muscat between Oman’s Foreign Minister, His Excellency Sayyid Badr Al Busaidi, and China’s Special Envoy for Middle East Affairs, Zhai Jun.
The Directorate General of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources in North Al Batinah Governorate succeeded in a project to grow fruits in a total area of 175 acres in 2025.
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