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Over 75,000 Omanis registered with disabilities in 2025

Men made up 60 per cent of Omanis with disabilities, while 59 per cent were aged under 40

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North Al Batinah recorded the highest number among the country's governorates, with 16,199 people.

Omani loses OMR29,000 in money-doubling scam

Two Arab expats arrested after allegedly promising lucrative financial returns

Two Arab expatriates were arrested by Royal Oman Police for stealing OMR29,000 from an Omani citizen after deceiving him they can multiply his funds and generate substantial financial returns.

Oman restores citizenship to 11 under new royal decree

Issued on October 12, the royal decree was published in Oman's Official Gazette on Sunday

Oman restores citizenship to 11 people under new royal decree

Oman Air signs codeshare agreement with Finnair airline

Travellers gain Helsinki connections via London and seven European cities under the deal

The agreement will allow passengers to travel to Helsinki via London Heathrow, where Oman Air operates 11 weekly flights from its Muscat hub.

Two dead and six injured in house fire in Oman

Six injured people were taken to medical facilities after a deadly house fire in Al Awabi

Emergency crews in South Al Batinah Governorate responded to the blaze, with the six injured taken to medical facilities for treatment.

More rain, more heat: What El Niño could mean for Oman?

Northern Oman may see above-average rain in October and November as temperatures stay hot

Although rainfall in December is expected to remain close to seasonal averages across most of the country.

Stay away from hazardous containers near Musandam: Oman

Ministry alerts public to dangers of drifting containers in Musandam waters

Small boats loaded with merchandise sail past the St Kitt's and Nevis-flagged container ship Marsa Victory while crusing in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Khasab in Oman’s northern Musandam peninsula on June 25, 2025.

Oman revokes licences of 17 Sanad service centres

Ministry takes action following inspections to ensure compliance with regulations

17 Sanad service centres in Oman have their licences revoked over violations as authorities enforce stricter regulatory oversight and operational guidelines.

Oman, Pakistan sign visa waiver deal, four MoUs

Agreements cover diplomatic visas, technology, broadcasting, news exchange and archives

Oman and Pakistan signed a visa exemption deal and four MoUs, enhancing cooperation in IT, broadcasting, and archival services.

Oman seizes royal pythons at Muscat airport

Traveller faces legal action for attempting to smuggle protected snakes into Oman

Royal pythons were seized at Muscat airport as Oman cracks down on illegal wildlife trafficking in coordination with customs and police.

Oman to open duty-free markets at three border posts

They will offer tax-free shopping, support tourism, logistics and commercial activity

Duty-free markets will be established at three land crossing borders. The designated locations are Al Wajajah and Khatmat Milaha crossings, which connect Oman with the UAE, and the Rub' Al Khali border crossing with Saudi Arabia.

Oman launches OMR5.8m tourism project on Masirah Island

Spanning 60,000 square metres, project will feature villas, chalets, leisure facilities

The OMR5.8 million tourism and commercial project on Masirah Island will feature lodges, villas, a traditional souq and leisure facilities to boost local economy and attract global visitors

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