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10 months ago
An earthquake was recorded in the Gulf of Aden on Sunday, March 17, 2024, the Earthquake Monitoring Centre (EMC) at Sultan Qaboos University said. A statement issued online by the EMC said: “An earthquake in Gulf of Aden with a magnitude of 5.3, at 10.03 am MCT and at a depth of 10 km has been recorded. The earthquake was recorded 809 km away from Salalah.”
10 months ago
The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has arrested two people for displaying stunts and drifting their vehicles and 129 bicycles and 19 motorcycles were seized for violating traffic rules and regulations, disturbing public comfort and tranquilly, and exposing road users to danger in North Al Batinah Governorate. ROP said in a statement: “The North Al Batinah Governorate Police Command arrests two people for displaying and drifting a vehicle, and seizes 129 bicycles and 19 motorcycles for violating traffic rules and regulations, disturbing public comfort and tranquilly, and exposing road users to danger. Legal procedures are being completed against them.”
10 months ago
The Muscat-Riyadh bus service, launched recently, provides affordable options to umrah travelers from Oman and other GCC countries to visit Saudi Arabia during the spring season. Rashid al Khanjry, CEO of Al Khanjry transport, said there are plans to include routes to Damamam from Muscat as well as Qatar and Bahrain. “A bus trip certainly takes around 20 hours depending on various factors, but it certainly offers a viable option for travelers with a one way fare of OR25 (Dh238),” said Khanjry With flight ticket prices continuing to increase, it is reasonable to travel by land to neighboring countries. In 2023, 53,000 umrah pilgrims from Oman. While the Muscat-Dubai route has been active since 1999, the public transport provider, Mwasalat, recently resumed international services to Abu Dhabi and Sharjah.
11 months ago
Five people were arrested for electronic fraud by creating a fake website to lure victims, said the Royal Oman Police (ROP). ROP said in a statement :”The Directorate General of Inquiries and Criminal Investigations arrests five people of Arab nationalities for committing fraud by creating a fake website identical to one of the official websites with the aim of luring victims to provide their bank information in exchange for certain services. They would later seize sums of money from their bank accounts and invest them in the digital currency market. Legal procedures are being completed against them.”
11 months ago
An expat has been arrested for possessing more than 20 kilograms of crystal drug in North Al Sharqiyah Governorate. Royal Oman Police (ROP), said in a statement :”The North Al Sharqiyah Governorate Police Command, with the support of the Ibra Special Tasks Police Unit, arrests a person of Asian nationality in possession of more than 20 kilograms of crystal drug . The legal procedures are being completed against him.”
11 months ago
The Royal Opera House Muscat will organise 2024 Ramadan concert series. In a special tribute to the season of peace and devotion across the world, the opera house has scheduled three unique concerts with artists and their ensembles exploring a deeper connection to the season through Sufi, Nasheed and chanting. The series begins on March 18 with the Ibn Arabi Ensemble from Morocco featuring the Al Zawya Ensemble of Oman. Ibn Arabi specialise in Sufi instrumental and chanting, focusing on reviving popular well-known tunes. Expect to hear songs on the famous Sufi poems by well-known figures such as Ibn Arabi, Ibn Al Farid, Rabi’a Al Adawiya, Abu Al Najib Suhrawardi, and others. After the opening concert, the second in the series will take place on March 25. In this exquisite concert, the Mawlawiyyin and Levantine Religious Chants Group of Syria, a quartet of vocalists joined by instrumentalists and a choir, lead the praise. Khalid Al Araimi, Oman’s most inspiring chant performer, will join the group on stage to create a beautiful moment of cultural harmony. In the final evening on April 1, the opera house will welcome Egyptian artist Ali El Helbawy. A sought-after performer, El Helbawy is well-known for his […]
11 months ago
Oman has announced a new fee structure for various services, including issuing of licenses, offered by the Ministry of Health. According to Article 1 of the new decision, the fees will be applicable over a three-year period. The fees for issuing or renewing various licenses within Oman’s healthcare sector have been revised under the new decision. For instance, the fee for issuing or renewing a hospital licence has been set at 3,000 Omani riyals (about Dh28,625). Similarly, the fees for pharmaceutical-related establishments has also been updated, with 1,500 riyals designated for issuing or renewing a pharmaceutical factory license, as well as for a medical supplies factory licence. Additionally, the fees for a pharmaceutical warehouse licence stands at 450 riyals, while for renewing a public pharmacy licence is set at 300. Optical shopsMoreover, licenses for specialised facilities such as pharmaceutical studies centres and drug analysis laboratories range between 300 and 600 riyals. Dental laboratories and optical shops, on the other hand, will require a fee of 150 riyals for issuing or renewing their licenses. The fees for issuing or renewing a clinic licence in various settings, such as schools/colleges or companies, is set at 150 riyals, except for traditional medicine clinics, […]
11 months ago
The Ministry of Education in Oman has announced the suspension of classes in several governorates due to anticipated unstable weather conditions. Schools in Al Buraimi, Al Dhahirah, and North and South Al Batinah will be closed on Sunday, March 10. تعليقُ الدراسة في كل المدارس الحكومية والخاصة والأجنبية في محافظات #الظاهرة و #البريمي وشمال #الباطنة وجنوب الباطنة غدًا الأحد الموافق ١٠ مارس على أن تستأنف يوم الاثنين الموافق ١١ مارس نظرًا لتأثر هذه المحافظات بأخدود من منخفض جوي. #العُمانية — وكالة الأنباء العمانية (@OmanNewsAgency) March 9, 2024 Educational authorities in other regions will monitor the situation and make decisions accordingly. University studies in vocational colleges and some private institutions will be suspended on Sunday, March 10 in Al-Dhahirah, Al Buraimi, and several other governorates due to expected weather conditions. Decisions on Monday classes will be made by each institution. Rehab centers & nurseries Closed Work in governmental and private rehabilitation centres and nurseries across Oman, excluding Al Wusta and Dhofar, will be suspended on Sunday, March 10, with operations expected to resume on Monday, March 11. هيئةُ الطيران المدني تُفعّل نظام رسائل البث الخلوي للتنبيهات عن الحالة الجوية المتوقع أن تتأثر بها سلطنة #عُمان من اليوم حتى الأحد القادم. #العُمانية pic.twitter.com/2WGeE6jKEp […]
11 months ago
Oman is bracing for severe weather conditions set to hit the country from Friday evening through Saturday, with heavy rainfall, strong winds, and hailstorms expected across multiple regions. The Civil Aviation Authority has issued a fourth alert warning of intensified weather on Saturday, affecting several governorates including Musandam, Buraimi, and parts of Al Batinah and Al Sharqiyah. مباشر من عاصفه حقل الخوير في عبري جنوب محافظة الظاهره#متداول #اخدود_الريان #سلطنة_عمان #شبكة_برق_الشمال pic.twitter.com/cVhBMNeIBo — 🇴🇲شبكة_برق_الشمال 🇴🇲 (@XCIBWB3dqENcBv6) March 8, 2024 Anticipated rainfall ranging from 30 to 150 mm raised concerns of flash flooding in valleys and watercourses, prompting authorities to advise precautionary measures and avoidance of low-lying areas and wadis during thundershowers. With forecasts indicating scattered rainfall on Friday and increased intensity on Saturday, residents are urged to stay vigilant and prepared. Strong downdraft winds and intense hailfall further compound the risks, potentially causing damage to properties and vehicles. In addition to inland challenges, rough sea conditions along most coastlines pose risks for maritime activities and coastal areas, with waves expected to reach heights of 2-4 metres. To mitigate potential impact, the National Committee for Emergency Situations Management has activated proactive measures across affected governorates. Efforts are underway to enhance readiness and […]
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