Oman condemns attacks on the UAE embassy in Syria
Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman condemned the attacks that targeted the United Arab Emirates’ embassy in the Syrian capital, Damascus, and what they represent in terms of a clear vio…
Pegula downs Jovic to reach WTA Charleston final
Miami: Defending champion Jessica Pegula advanced to the final of the WTA Charleston Open clay-court tournament on Saturday, defeating fourth seed Iva Jovic 6-4, 5-7, 6-3.American…
Restoring the splendour of Izki old neighbourhoods
IZKI: The Wilayat of Izki is enhancing its position as one of the most important historical centres in the Sultanate of Oman, relying on a rich architectural heritage embodied in i…
Make deal or face ‘Hell’
Iranian and US forces were searching for a missing American pilot on Saturday from one of two warplanes downed over Iran and the Gulf, while President Donald Trump warned Tehran ti…
GOING GREEN
A strategic reforestation has been going on in Oman for five years, and the Al Masarat weather system created an ideal condition for the tree planting campaign, as the soil is read…
Over 1.8 million vehicles registered in Oman
MUSCAT: The total number of vehicles registered in the Sultanate of Oman reached 1,865,499 by the end of February 2026, a 5.5 per cent increase compared to the figure of 1,851,469…
Water levels rise at Falaj Daris after rains
AMAL AL RIYAMINIZWA, April 4Photos by SAMI AL HINAIFollowing recent rainfall in the Wilayat of Nizwa, Falaj Daris has witnessed a notable rise in water levels, bringing renewed vit…
MoE issues strategic programmes for five-year plan
MUSCAT: The Ministry of Economy (MoE) has issued a comprehensive strategic programmes folder for the Eleventh Five-Year Development Plan (2026–2030), providing a detailed roadmap f…
IRENA to advance Oman’s energy storage goals
MUSCAT: The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has pledged to provide the Sultanate of Oman with technical and policy support as it embarks on a strategy to develop ener…
Trade surplus in Oman reaches RO 256 million
MUSCAT: Oman’s trade balance recorded a surplus of RO 256 million at the end of January 2026, down from RO 528 million during the same period in 2025, according to preliminary data…