August 12 solar eclipse will not be visible in

Oman will not witness the total solar eclipse on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, according to the Astronomical Affairs Department, although the celestial event will be visible from parts of Europe, Africa and North America.

Oman Ministry directs Sanad Service Centres to

Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has directed all Sanad Service Centres to issue customers an electronic invoice before collecting any transaction fees, as part of measures to strengthen transparency and protect consumer rights.

Oman authorities seize 3 boats, apprehend 12

Authorities in South Sharqiyah Governorate have apprehended 12 expatriate workers and confiscated three boats alongside illegal netting gear during a joint operation against unlicensed fishing.

Oman intensifies response to grounded ship off

Oman has intensified its national response to the grounding of the Caroline Bezengi off the Hallaniyat Islands in Dhofar, with the latest monitoring showing an oil slick covering about 390 square kilometres and extending north-east towards the mainland coast.

Oman records over 11,000 expat labour violations,

Oman’s Ministry of Labour recorded 11,172 violations involving expatriate workers during the first half of 2026, following 6,707 inspection visits carried out across the Sultanate.

Dust storm and thundershower alerts issued for

Oman Meteorology has issued a series of weather alerts for Monday, August 10, warning of thundershowers, downdrafts and dust storms, active winds and rain across several parts of the country.

CPA recovers RO 1,160 for consumer over custom

The Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has recovered RO 1,160 for a consumer in South Al Batinah Governorate following an amicable settlement with a gold jewellery establishment over a customised jewellery order.

Youth-led projects boost tourism activity in

Wadi Darbat in Dhofar is seeing increased tourism and economic activity during the 2026 Khareef season, driven by Omani youth-led projects offering diverse tourism services and experiences.

Oman Embassy in China urges citizens to exercise

The Embassy of Oman in China has urged citizens and students in Zhejiang Province, Shanghai and neighbouring areas to exercise utmost caution and follow precautionary measures issued by local authorities amid developments related to Typhoon Dolphin.

Oman warns consumers about commercial fraud

Oman’s Consumer Protection Authority (CPA) has warned consumers about several forms of commercial fraud at points of sale, including selling counterfeit or spoiled goods, altering expiry dates and misrepresenting the origin or composition of products.

Oman announces mandatory e-invoicing for

Businesses with annual supplies above RO 5 million will come under the system from April 1, 2027, followed by those below the threshold from October 1.

His Majesty Sultan Haitham visits Doha on

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik held talks with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha during a fraternal visit, with discussions focusing on bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between Oman and Qatar.