Riyada ropes in eight private companies to support SMEs
The companies that signed the pact include Oman Air, Omantel, Bank Nizwa, Oman Data Park and DHL Express.
View ArticleThailand's first MERS patient, an Omani businessman
The WHO said that a lack of awareness about the virus among health workers and the public was a major contributing factor to its rapid spread.
View ArticleIncreased passenger traffic at Muscat and Salalah airports
Passenger traffic has registered growth at Muscat and Salalah airports till May this year compared to the same period of 2014.
View ArticleImpact of industries on environment discussed
As part of the programme, experts spoke on the need for a mechanism to curb pollution and protect the environment.
View ArticleMinimal risk to co-passengers from MERS case: Oman Air
The statement said that Oman Air is liaising with relevant health and aviation authorities and has been advised that any risk posed to the health of fellow passengers is minimal.
View ArticleOman added to leading ultra luxury travel designer’s list
Sultanate is now among the 33 destinations in Asia offered by Remote Lands
View ArticleMuscat among the least expensive cities in GCC for expatriates
Jeddah ranked at 151st spot, while Muscat and Kuwait find 117th spot
View Article204,591 Omanis employed in the private sector
According to the National Centre for Information and Statistics (NCSI), the private sector had 157,465 Omani men and 47,126 women.
View ArticleEvent in city to mark International Day of Yoga
Organised by Art of Living, Oman chapter, the event will be held in two sessions in which attendees will be taught yogasanas (yoga positions).
View ArticleSQU to set up first student advisory board in September
According to MoHE Decision 71/2014, all higher education institutions in Oman should have student advisory councils.
View ArticleInflation index for foodstuff at 101.5 points as prices stabilise
Oman saw a drop in the inflation index for foodstuff by the end of April this year.
View ArticleCharity portal urges people to donate during Ramadan
The portal also enables users to see live statistics on the last donation made online.
View ArticleDar al Atta'a provides Ramadan ration packs to 855 families
Dar al Atta’a has distributed ration packs to 855 families across the sultanate for Ramadan.
View ArticleRoyal Oman Police News: Four arrested for drug trade, smuggling
Two Omanis have been arrested in Bidbid for drug trade. ROP also foiled a bid to smuggle 1,400 khat packets into Thumrait.
View ArticleOman Arab Bank’s Wadi Kabir branch burgled
The ROP has cordoned off the area and investigations are currently on.
View ArticleBank Sohar supports graduation of 189 students in Dakhliyah governorate
Bank Sohar recently sponsored a special collective graduation ceremony of 189 students from 44 schools in the Dakhliyah governorate.
View ArticleTwenty4 inaugurates new outlet in Nizwa
Twenty4 offers high-end design and premium quality at an affordable price.
View ArticleSahar launches new collection at the Summer Abaya Trunk Show
The Trunk Show also saw the participation of other big names like Gabs Bags and Azur Spa.
View ArticleOman Sail’s Ranking Race: A stern test for young sailors
The Wave, Muscat Sailing School proved most successful, with Musannah in second, Sur narrowly behind in third and Marina Bander al Rowdha a close fourth.
View ArticleAlizz islamic bank campaign gives back to the community
A large number of alizz staff volunteered in distributing packages for the low income families across the country.
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