Good news for Whatsapp users in Oman

MUSCAT: Internet users in Oman can now make audio and video calls directly through WhatsApp, eliminating the need for a Virtual Private Network (VPN). According to the Times of Oman, many Middle Eastern countries, including Oman, have previously banned the …

RO 235 million Nama water network project begins in Oman

MUSCAT : The initiative, introduced at a community meeting in Al Dhahirah Governorate, promises to revolutionize water access and infrastructure for over 270,000 residents. Mohammed bin Hareb Al Makhmari, Director of the project, announced that work began …

SMEs set to transform Oman’s postal sector

MUSCAT : The session aimed to empower small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to contribute innovative ideas, improve operational efficiency, and foster partnerships with local and international postal companies, positioning the sector as a cornerstone of the …

Sardine fishing season begins in the coastal regions of Oman

MUSCAT : Using traditional fishing nets called “al-Jarif,” fishermen operate in organized groups known as “al-Daghiya,” led by seasoned leaders who oversee the intricate process. Salem bin Saeed Al Baraka, a veteran fisherman, reflects on the evolution of …

Oman's Sultanate sends Nintendo with Minecraft to 'rebuild Gaza'

The Israeli army destroyed over 80 per cent of the Gaza Strip, according to official Palestinian and UN organisations estimates. [Getty] Recently, the Sultanate of Oman reportedly sent a massive shipment of Nintendo Switch consoles to the besieged Gaza …

Oman Investment Authority announces stake in Elon Musk’s AI company in US

Muscat, 18 Dec (ONA): Oman Investment Authority (OIA) announced its latest investment in “xAI” company, a leading artificial intelligence American company. The move comes as part of OIA’s ongoing efforts to diversify its international portfolio and support …

Oman, Republic of Belarus sign two memoranda of understanding

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Belarus signed today two memoranda of understanding (MoUs) in industrial cooperation and in the fields of specifications, standards, conformity assessment and accreditation. The memoranda of understanding …

Fitch Ratings revises Oman’s economic outlook to ‘Positive’

Sohar International named ‘Best Performing Bank’ in Oman

Sohar International, Oman’s best bank, was recognized as the Best Performing Bank in Oman 2024 and ranked second among the Best Performing Corporates in Oman at the OER Corporate Excellence Awards 2024, a recognition of its unwavering commitment to …

Oman acquires stake in Elon Musk’s AI company

Muscat: The Oman Investment Authority (OIA) on Wednesday, December 18, acquired a stake in “xAI,” a leading American artificial intelligence company owned by entrepreneur Elon Musk. The move comes as part of OIA’s ongoing efforts to diversify its …