Oman expresses condolences to India over deadly factory explosion in Telangana

MUSCAT: Oman has expressed its deep condolences and solidarity with India following a tragic explosion and fire at a pharmaceutical factory in the southern state of Telangana that claimed at least 12 lives and left dozens injured. In a statement...

Oman steps into global boxing spotlight with FFC 3.0

Muscat – Muscat played host on Friday to an action-packed night of boxing at the third edition of Fitbox Fighting Championship (FFC 3.0) which brought together rising regional talent and international fighters in a WBC-sanctioned event. Held in...

11 new passport and visa centres for Indians in Oman

Gold Rates in Oman Today- June 30, 2025

Muscat, Oman – June 30, 2025: Gold rates in Oman have shown slight fluctuations but remain robust, reflecting global market trends and local demand. As of today, the price of 24-karat gold per gram stands at OMR 41.85, while 22-karat gold is...

Indian Navy Responds to Fire on Tanker off Oman

A small product tanker making its way from India to Oman issued a distress call reporting an engine room fire. The Indian Navy vessel Tabar with assigned to patrol the Gulf of Oman responded and is leading the firefighting effort. The vessel Yi...

Oman on the right track in environment protection

Oman is actively working to reduce plastic pollution through a phased ban on single-use plastic shopping bags, aligning with Oman Vision 2040 agenda for sustainable consumption and environmental protection. The Environment Authority is leading...

Oman’s expat workforce rises slightly to 1.81 million in May

MUSCAT, JUNE 30 The number of expatriate workers in Oman edged up to 1,810,354 in May 2025, compared with 1,808,940 in April, according to the latest figures released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). The data shows a...

Oman Air joins Oneworld alliance, expands reach and benefits

Muscat – In a strategic move set to boost inbound tourism, Oman Air has officially joined the Oneworld alliance, becoming its 15th full member. Its inclusion in one of the world’s most prestigious airline networks positions Oman as a more...

Oman's National Committee for Emergency Management meets

The National Committee for Emergency Management (NCEM) held its first meeting of the year today at the Police General Command under the chairmanship of Lt.Gen Hassan Mohsen Al Shuraiqi, Inspector General of Police and Customs and Chairman of the...

Oman-bound ship on fire, Indian Navy rescues 14 crew members after distress call | Pics

The Indian Navy warship INS Tabar, currently deployed in the Gulf of Oman, sprang into action on Sunday after receiving a distress call from a merchant vessel, MT Yi Cheng 6, which reported a major fire in its engine room and complete power...

High Income Earners Evading Tax To Face Jail term, Hefty Fines: Oman

Underreporting income, overreporting expenses through false deductions, and misrepresenting assets for high Omani earners can lead to jail term of up to three years and maximum fine of 20,000 riyals. That came after Oman enacted its first Personal...

Indian Embassy In Muscat To Open 11 New Consular, Passport And Visa Centres Across Oman

The Embassy of India in Muscat will transfer its consular, passport and visa services to a new provider, SGIVS Global Services LLC, beginning July 1, the embassy announced this week. The change is part of a broader effort to streamline and expand...

Oman among toppers in insurance regulation

BASEL: The International Association of Insurance Supervisors (IAIS), headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, has published a detailed assessment confirming the Sultanate of Oman's advanced regulatory and supervisory framework for the insurance...

Oman, Russia discuss cooperation in food security

ROME: Dr Saud bin Hamoud al Habsi, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources, on Monday held a meeting with Mikhail Bogdanov, Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, on the sidelines of the Sultanate of Oman's participation...

Oman Air joins oneworld alliance, launches Amsterdam route

Oman Air has officially joined the oneworld alliance, becoming the global airline group’s 15th full member and further strengthening its presence in the Middle East. The move coincides with the launch of Oman Air’s new nonstop service between...

North Al Batinah contributes 11.1% to Oman’s GDP

MUSCAT, JUNE 30 North Al Batinah Governorate is fast becoming a major economic driver for Oman, contributing 11.1% to the national GDP in 2024—up from 3.7 billion Omani rials in 2023 to 4.3 billion rials in 2024, marking an impressive 16% growth....

First Oman-made long stroke pump unit launched

MUSCAT, JUNE 30 Oman has taken a bold step toward becoming a regional manufacturing hub for artificial lift systems with the successful production of the first Long Stroke Pump Unit (LSU) made entirely within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)....

Oman Air Joins Oneworld: What It Means for Your Miles and Lounge Access

The Middle East just gained a stronger voice in global aviation. On July 1, Oman Air officially became the 15th full member of the Oneworld Alliance, marking a pivotal step for both the Muscat-based airline and the alliance itself. With this move,...

Oman Central Bank issues Government Treasury Bills worth RO 39 million

Muscat: The total issuance of Government Treasury Bills amounted to RO 39 million, the Central Bank of Oman has announced. The value of the allotted Treasury bills amounted to RO 4 million, for a maturity period of 28 days. The average accepted...

Oman Air set to launch direct flights to Amsterdam from July 1

MUSCAT: National airline Oman Air will launch a direct flight service between Muscat and Amsterdam in the Netherlands, starting Tuesday, July 1, 2025. The new Muscat-Amsterdam service will initially operate four times per week, catering to both...