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EDITOR IN CHIEF- ABDULLAH BIN SALIM AL SHUEILI
Al Darna
Al Darna renews bonds, paves way for Ramadhan

Before Ramadhan arrives, Omani society has already taken a step ahead. In the old alleyways, in the courtyards of houses, and on the outskirts of villages and neighbourhoods, small groups of people form and gathered around delicious food, spontaneous conversation and hearts psychologically prepared to welcome the month of fasting. This is called 'Al...
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Oman Air reports 51% increase in point-to-point passengers
Dr Khamis bin Saif al Jabri, Minister of Economy, and Chairman of the Board, presided over the meeting.

Nod for projects worth over RO 32m
The amendments introduce automatic coverage for damage caused by natural disasters and weather-related events.

Insurance amendments on natural disasters start
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Oman takes part in 'Board of Peace' meeting as Observer
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Retail opportunities for investors at Oman Botanic Garden
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CIOs and CISOs have greater role in Vision 2040
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ROP arrest driver in child hit-and-run case
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Truck movement restricted during Ramadhan to ease congestion
The projects are aimed at enhancing tourism and investment readiness

RO 31 million projects in Jabal Shams to boost tourism
The project comprises 10 integrated housing units

Housing units distributed in Jabal Shams
The month of Ramadhan is based on a set of principles that make a person strong and compassionate.

'Follow the true essence of Ramadhan as per religion'
This year’s initiatives include the 'Iftar Saem' programme

Ramadhan package initiatives to boost giving
The announcement was made during a media briefing that highlighted the forum’s key themes

Forum to promote culture of entrepreneurship
The workshop aimed to emphasise the importance of local content in transport projects as one of the main pillars for achieving national impact

MoTCIT working towards achieving sustainable national impact
The research team was led by Dr Ruqaiya al Haddabi

Programme boosts teachers’ research skills
TRENDING STORIES
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OMAN VIDEOS
Health
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Al Rustaq Hospital performs complex endoscopic surgery on child

AL RUSTAQ: The laryngology team at Al Rustaq Hospital, in collaboration with the anesthesia and pediatric intensive care teams, successfully performed a complex endoscopic surgery on a 6-year-old child who had been suffering from chronic choking and...

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Modern veterinary hospital opens in Adam
Suad al Ghelani
Decreased concentration in children is a cause for concern
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First wrist ligament reconstruction surgery performed
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Breast cancer tops list with 393 cases in Oman in 2021
The Royal Hospital reinforced its position as a national reference institution through key operational figures.

Royal Hospital conducts 14,446 surgeries in 2025
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Governorates

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Tourism Ministry urges restaurants, cafes to apply for classification

Rove Hotels to launch real estate projects in Duqm

Muscat Classic 2026: The Schmid Sensation

Muscat Classic takes place today

Mobile RO desalination plant unveiled in Dhofar

ROP

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ROP arrest driver in child hit-and-run case

Truck movement restricted during Ramadhan to ease congestion

ROP announces official working hours during Ramadan

ROP launches 2025 Security Research Competition

Woman found with marijuana at Muscat Airport

Transport

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Oman Air reports 51% increase in point-to-point passengers

MoTCIT working towards achieving sustainable national impact

Municipality announces partial closure of old airport bridge

New motor insurance amendments covering natural disasters to take effect

1st phase of GCC's 'Single Entry Point for Air Travel' launched

TOURISM
The projects are aimed at enhancing tourism and investment readiness

RO 31 million projects in Jabal Shams to boost tourism

AL HAMRA: Jabal Shams in the Wilayat of Al Hamra is witnessing the implementation of a package of integrated development projects at a cost exceeding RO 31 million. These projects, spearheaded by...
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Omanis get visa-free entry to Azerbaijan: Foreign Ministry

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Mira Developments launches Mira Explorer, a global series of outdoor mountain expeditions

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UAE, Saudi Arabia, India top travel destinations for Omanis

Khndzoresk Syunik Region

Armenia announces temporary visa exemption for GCC residents

EDITORS PICKS
Gold heads for weekly loss as dollar advances

Gold prices gained on Friday, but were set for a weekly decline as the dollar climbed to a near one-month high, while investors awaited key U.S. inflation data to assess the Federal Reserve's monetary policy moving...

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Messi kicks off MLS season in key World Cup year

Australia coach defends World Cup planning, puts blame on players

Afghanistan say farewell to coach Trott with win over Canada
Labour

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Firms to get discount on expat permit fees for meeting Omanisation targets

How Oman effectively adapted to flexible Ramadhan working hours

Ramadhan working hours announced in Oman

More jobs to be announced for persons with disabilities

‘Arabian Gulf Security 4’ drill concludes in Doha

Community

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Oman takes part in 'Board of Peace' meeting as Observer

Housing units distributed in Jabal Shams

'Follow the true essence of Ramadhan as per religion'

Ramadhan package initiatives to boost giving

Forum to promote culture of entrepreneurship

Environment

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EA warns against approaching orcas after video incident at Qantab

Emergency centre activated amid fire outbreak in Al Hamra

Companies told to Update pollution response plans: EA

EA urges companies to update emergency pollution response plans

New guidelines to report soil pollution incidents

Education

The research team was led by Dr Ruqaiya al Haddabi

Programme boosts teachers’ research skills

Holiday for Omani teachers' day on Feb 26

MOE announces GED 1st semester examinations results

Int’l conference discusses education in digital era

Conference highlights education in health professions

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