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1 year ago

Nizwa Market Floods Due To Partial Water Basin Collapse in Oman

A partial collapse of a treated water collection basin at the Nizwa sewage treatment plant has caused significant flooding at the Friday Market, damaging vendors’ goods. Nama Water Services has issued an apology and a clarification statement regarding the incident. The overflow, caused by a breach in the embankment of the collection pond, resulted in water flowing into Wadi Kalbu. Nama Water Services has activated an emergency response plan and is coordinating with relevant authorities and field teams to manage the situation. A specialized committee has been formed in cooperation with the governor’s office to assess and evaluate the damages caused by the flooding. The company assures that the treated water meets approved standards and is used for irrigation and other purposes. They also stated they are working on a new pipeline to utilize this water for larger development projects in the region. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.

1 year ago

Indian Schools In Oman Implement New National Education Policy

The Board of Directors of Indian Schools Oman has decided to implement the new National Education Policy (NEP) of India across all Indian Schools in the Sultanate of Oman. As per NEP, the academic structure has been redefined into a 5+3+3+4 system, focusing on a holistic approach to education across different stages of a child’s development. As per the new education policy, the Foundational Stage, will now include three years of Kindergarten (Balvatika) for children aged 3 to 6 years, followed by Classes 1 and 2 for ages 6 to 8 years. The Preparatory Stage will comprise Classes 3 to 5 for students aged 8 to 11 years, the Middle Stage will cover Classes 6 to 8 for ages 11 to 14 years, and the Secondary Stage will span Classes 9 to 12 for ages 14 to 18 years. A significant shift for Indian Schools in Oman under the NEP is the expansion of the kindergarten program from the existing 2-year structure to a 3-year program, ensuring a more comprehensive foundational education. Dr. Sivakumar Manickam, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Indian Schools Oman, reaffirmed the Board’s unwavering commitment to implementing the new education policy. He further stated, “The implementation […]

1 year ago

Scattered Rainfall Witnessed In Parts Of Oman

Musandam Governorate and the coastal areas of South Al Batinah and Muscat Governorates experienced scattered rainfall on Thursday morning, January 2, 2025. According to the General Directorate of Meteorology, cloud cover continues over the northern governorates of the Sultanate of Oman, with a continued chance of scattered rainfall in the coming days.

1 year ago

Tragedy In Al Dakhiliyah: Fatal Bus Crash Claims Two Lives

Rescue teams from the Civil Defence and Ambulance Department (CDAA) in Al Dakhiliyah responded to a bus collision with a truck in Birkat Al-Mouz township. The accident resulted in two fatalities and nine injuries, ranging from moderate to critical. “The accident resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to nine others, ranging from moderate to critical. The injured were transported to the hospital for treatment,” CDAA said.

1 year ago

Oman Resumes Copper Exports After 30-year Hiatus

The Sultanate of Oman has marked a significant milestone with the export of its first shipment of copper concentrates in 30 years. The shipment departed from the Al-Asail mine in Sohar, North Al Batinah Governorate, via Sohar Port. This achievement underscores Oman’s commitment to economic diversification and sustainable development. Engineer Matar bin Salem Al-Badi, CEO of Oman Minerals Development Company, hailed the export of 900 tonnes of copper concentrates as a crucial step, demonstrating the company’s ability to transform challenges into growth opportunities. He also expressed anticipation for the upcoming commencement of operations at the Al-Bayda mine, which is expected to further enhance the project’s value and bolster the sustainability of Oman’s mining sector. Al-Badi emphasised the historical significance of this event, noting the region’s 3,000-year history of copper mining, including the pioneering work of the Oman Mining Company since 1983. He highlighted the advancements in exploration and extraction technologies that have enabled the reopening of mines, enhancing the value of these resources and contributing to the sector’s economic and social impact. The Al-Asail mine, located in concession area 11B in Sohar, is being developed by the Oman Mining Company, a subsidiary of Oman Minerals Development Company. The processed ore […]

1 year ago

Bahrain Advances To Gulf Cup Final After Winning Against Kuwait

Bahrain’s national football team secured a spot in the Gulf Cup (Khaleeji Zain 26) final after a 1-0 victory over Kuwait at Jaber Al Ahmad International Stadium in the tournament’s semi final match. The match’s lone goal was scored by Mohamed Jassim Marhoon in the 74th minute. Bahrain played with ten men from the 51st minute following the red card shown to Mahdi Abduljabbar. Bahrain will face Oman in the Gulf Cup final.

1 year ago

Disappointing Year Ends With Dismal Defeat For Saudi Arabia

New Year’s Eve 2024 saw Saudi Arabia lose 2-1 to Oman to crash out of the Arabian Gulf Cup at the semifinal stage and end a below-par 2024 on a low note. With just one win in six 2026 World Cup qualifiers that resume in March, coach Herve Renard hoped to kick-start the national team’s fortunes with success in the Gulf Cup, currently being held in Kuwait. The Frenchman’s desire was dashed despite Oman playing the majority of the game with ten men as Rabia Al-Alawi was shown a straight red in the 34th minute for a wild lunge on Salem Al-Dawsari. As the Al-Nahda star left the pitch in the Kuwait City stadium, Saudi Arabian fans were expecting a comfortable win but despite the possession and chances, the Green Falcons were unable to take advantage of their one-man advantage. Oman redoubled their efforts to deny their opponents time and space but Saudi Arabia, seeking a first Gulf Cup win since 2004, had the ball in the net midway through the second half. Abdullah Al-Hamdan had scored twice against Iraq three days earlier, but his close-range effort was ruled out for offside. It was Oman who took the lead in […]

2 years ago

Oman: CBSE Exams To Begin on February 15 in Indian Schools

India’s Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced that the 10th and 12th class board exams will begin on February 15, 2024. The exams will last for 55 days and conclude by April 10, 2024. According to the CBSE press release, the examinations for class 10 will begin on February 15, 2024, and continue till March 13. The 12th board examination will also begin on February 15, 2024, and end on April 2. The release further informed that the exams will start at 10.30 am. For the 10th grade board, the Sanskrit exam will be held on February 19, 2024, followed by Hindi on February 21, 2024. English will be held on February 26, 2024, and Science on March 2, 2024. Home Science is scheduled for March 4, 2024, followed by Social Science on March 7, 2024. The last two exams are Mathematics on March 11, 2024 and Information Technology on March 13, 2024. The date sheet has been issued well in advance so that the students can prepare for the examinations The Indian-curriculum students in Oman can check the Class 10 and 12 timetables on the official site of CBSE at cbse.gov.in.

2 years ago

‘We Are Oman’ Award Launched for Educational Institutions and Students

The Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation has launched the “We are Oman” award for the academic year 2023/2024 for students of higher education institutions and scholarship students. The Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation launched the “We are Oman” award for the academic year 2023/2024 for students of higher education institutions and scholarship students as an important national project and an empowering and educational tool for students to support and guide them so that they can highlight their talents and invest them in effective ways in various scientific, societal, industrial, humanitarian and environmental fields.

5 years ago

Oman to participate in World Intellectual Property Day celebrations

Oman will participate in the World Intellectual Property Day (IP) on 26th April with the slogan ‘IP and SME: Taking your Ideas to Market’, according to the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion. Ali bin Hamad bin Saif Al Maamari, Director of the Intellectual Property Department at the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, said: “Oman’s national innovation strategy relies on the intellectual property axis as a basic pillar to develop a national strategy for intellectual property, which can empower the Sultanate to be ranked among the top 20 countries in the Global Innovation Index.”

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