Oman: 300 non-compliant businesses caught in e-payment inspection drive in Seeb

Muscat – As part of ongoing efforts to uphold market regulations and safeguard consumer rights, the Inspection Department at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion carried out a large-scale inspection campaign in the Mabelah Industrial …

90% of people in Oman feel safe walking alone at night, states NCSI’s SDG report

MUSCAT – According to the latest Sustainable Development Goals Statistics Report released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI), Oman has made significant strides in enhancing public safety and reducing violence across the country, …

Oman rises to 56th in Henley Passport Index, gains visa-free access to 88 destinations

MUSCAT – According to the latest report powered by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), holders of the Omani passport can now travel visa-free or with visa-on-arrival to 88 destinations, up from 86 in 2024. The Sultanate continues its upward …

CPA seizes illegal furniture workshop run by expatriate workers in Oman’s North Batinah

MUSCAT – The judicial enforcement officers from the Directorate General of Consumer Protection Authority in North Batinah Governorate, discovered the unauthorised activity during routine inspection rounds. The workers were found operating in an environment …

Oman: Over 89,000 visit Al Jabal Al Akhdhar

The number of visitors to the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar in the Al Dakhiliyah Governorate from January to the end of June reached 89,780, compared to 84,869 visitors during the same period in 2024, marking an increase of 5.8 per cent. 2022 © All right …

BD inks first short-term LNG deal with Oman's OQ Trading

Dhofar Islamic unveils exclusive campaign to attract SMEs, bolster Oman’s economic growth

Muscat- Dhofar Islamic, the Islamic banking window of Bank Dhofar, has announced the launch of its SME Campaign 2025, a strategic initiative aimed at attracting small and medium enterprise (SME) customers. The three-month campaign is a core component of …

Oman extends condolences to Bangladesh following military aircraft crash

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has extended its heartfelt condolences to the People's Republic of Bangladesh following a military aircraft crash in Dhaka. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Oman's deep sympathy and sincere condolences to the …

Oman's Sail Training Ship Wins Top Honors

  The Royal Navy of Oman’s sail training vessel Shabab Oman II has won ‘Best Ship’ title at the Tall Ships Races 2025 in Aberdeen, Scotland, following on from a Best Ship win in the crew category at the prestigious 2025 Le Havre Sailing Festival in France …

Middle East Crude-Oman, Dubai steady, Murban hits one-week high

Middle East crude benchmark spot premiums of Oman and Dubai held steady on Tuesday, while that of Murban extended gains and hit its highest in one week. SINGAPORE CASH DEALS Cash Dubai’s premium to swaps rose one cent to $2.97 a barrel. Reliance will …