Oman’s newest UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves Al Jabal Al Akhdar and Sirrin (Al Sireen) aren’t just conservation landmarks, they’re also eco-tourism destinations Oman has won formal inclusion of Al Jabal Al Akhdar Biosphere Reserve and Sirrin (Al Sireen) Biosphere Reserve into UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves, a decision announced during the 5th […]
Foreigners can buy property in Oman’s ITCs with 99-year usufruct rights and legal title/Representative Image Since 2006, Oman has gradually opened up its real estate market to foreign investors through a regulated legal framework. From Integrated Tourism Complexes (ITCs) to usufruct rights and commercial ownership, the system allows non-Omanis to buy and invest in property […]
Foreigners can buy property in Oman’s ITCs with 99-year usufruct rights and legal title/Representative Image Since 2006, Oman has gradually opened up its real estate market to foreign investors through a regulated legal framework. From Integrated Tourism Complexes (ITCs) to usufruct rights and commercial ownership, the system allows non-Omanis to buy and invest in property […]
Pakistan began their Asia Cup 2025 journey with a clinical 93-run victory over Oman, as Mohammad Haris quickfired fifty runs off just 43 deliveries at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Friday. He was supported by Sahibzada Farhan who scored 29 runs in 19 deliveries, and helped took his team to a total of 160/7 in […]
Oman’s Ministry opens Hajj 2026 registration September 23–October 8; applicants register online, selection based on Saudi quota, notified via SMS/Representative Image The Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs in Oman has announced that Hajj registration for the 1447 AH pilgrimage season will open from September 23 to October 8. Eligible applicants must register electronically, with […]
Oman has declared Sunday, September 7 a paid public holiday for Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, giving employees a three-day weekend/Representative Image Oman has officially declared Sunday, September 7, 2025, as a public holiday for both government and private sector employees to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). With the holiday falling right after the regular […]
Oman is set to unveil a new golden visa programme on August 31, 2025/Representative Image Oman is set to unveil a new golden visa programme for investors on August 31, 2025, aiming to attract global investments and accelerate the country’s digital transformation in commerce. This launch forms part of broader initiatives including support for high-performing […]
Oman will host 20 Asian teams in the first international Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy from October 24–26, 2025/Image: Instagram Oman is set to make rugby history as it prepares to host the first-ever Asia Rugby Emirates Sevens Trophy this October. With 20 national teams, both men’s and women’s, participating from across Asia, the three-day […]
Six Asian men were arrested for possessing 32kg of crystal meth and 23kg of marijuana/Image: File Oman’s Directorate General for Combating Drugs and Psychotropic Substances has arrested six individuals of Asian origin after seizing more than 55kg of illegal drugs comprising 32kg of crystal meth and 23kg of marijuana. The Royal Oman Police confirmed the […]
Muscat Municipality now enables electronic submission and payment for road infrastructure damages/Representative Image Authorities in Oman have launched a digitized system allowing drivers and vehicle owners to conveniently pay for damages caused to public road infrastructure after traffic accidents, all through a secure online portal. The initiative, which is part of a broader push for […]
