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Muscat: Heavy to moderate rainfall battered several wilayats in North Al Sharqiyah Governorate, triggering the overflow of valleys and ravines across Dima and At-Tayyin and Al Mudhaibi. In the Wilayat of Dima and Al-Tayyin, villages nestled along the eastern slopes of the Al-Hajar mountains—including Mas, Al-Subul, Naqsi, Mahlah, and Dima—were drenched by showers ranging from heavy to light. The rains led to the gushing flow of several valleys and ravines, notably Naqsi, Ham, and Al-Rayhani, as well as streams surrounding the towering Qa’bat mountain. Meanwhile, in the Wilayat of Al Mudhaibi, the storm system extended its reach to the villages…

Muscat: The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, in collaboration with the Consumer Protection Authority, has issued a new directive mandating all shopping malls and retail outlets in Oman to provide single-use bags free of charge to consumersIn a joint initiative, the Ministry and the Consumer Protection Authority have directed all commercial establishments operating in shopping centres and the broader retail sector to comply with a new bag provision policy. According to the circular, businesses must offer single-use bags free of charge as part of their basic service to consumers. These bags must meet approved specifications, adhere to environmental…

Mascat: Mwasalat, Oman’s National Transport Company, is offering residents and visitors a unique opportunity to experience ‘Sustainable Transportation’ with complimentary electric bus service. The free electric bus service will operate from July 10 to July 13, 2025, providing rides daily between 2:30 pm and 10 pm.The designated route for this special service will connect key areas of Muscat: Ruwi – Muttrah – Muscat.

Muscat: The World Bank Group has opened a permanent office in Muscat to provide advisory services and monitor projects financed by the World Bank (WB) and its private sector affiliates The World Bank Group has opened a permanent office in Muscat to provide advisory services and monitor projects financed by the World Bank (WB) and its private sector affiliates. By hosting the WB office, the Sultanate of Oman seeks to better tap the services offered by the World Bank Group and its affiliate organizations that support economic growth and social, urban, commercial and private sector development. The step fits with…

Mascat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has activated smart surveillance systems, including artificial intelligence-powered cameras, to monitor key traffic violations such as mobile phone use while driving and failure to wear seatbelts. The move is part of the ROP’s broader strategy to enhance road safety and reduce traffic accidents by leveraging advanced technology to influence driver behaviour. According to Brigadier Eng. Ali bin Sulayem Al Falahi, Director-General of Traffic at the ROP, the system is designed to analyse data and enforce traffic laws more effectively. He noted that the ROP is implementing a comprehensive monitoring network that integrates smart traffic…

Mascat: A tragic traffic accident in the Wilayat of Nizwa on Sunday afternoon has claimed the life of one individual and left nine others injured, according to local health authoritiesThe Directorate General of Health Services in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate confirmed that Nizwa Hospital received the victims shortly after the incident. The medical assessment classified four of the injured as red cases (critical), five as yellow (moderate), and one fatality, marked as a black case.In response, the hospital activated its emergency response plan to ensure prompt and professional treatment for the injured.

Muscat: Muscat Municipality, in coordination with the Royal Oman Police (ROP), has announced the complete closure of a section of Al Khuwair Street, the service road adjacent to Sultan Qaboos Street in the Wilayat of Bausher. The closure will begin on the evening of Thursday, July 3, and continue until the evening of Friday, July 11, 2025. The temporary closure is part of the ongoing Al Khuwair corridor improvement project, which aims to enhance traffic flow and road infrastructure in the area. Authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution, follow traffic instructions indicated on site.

Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has issued an advisory to road users in desert areas across various governorates, warning of difficult driving conditions. The ROP released a video clip demonstrating how active winds are currently causing significant sand accumulation and a severe reduction in horizontal visibility due to rising dust. In a statement issued, the ROP urged all drivers traversing desert routes to “stay alert and cautious.”

Muscat: The Royal Oman Police (ROP) has issued a strong public warning urging residents not to share personal or financial information unless the identity of the caller is verified through official channelsAccording to ROP, scammers are increasingly exploiting video calling platforms to impersonate police officers and government employees, often using fabricated usernames, fake email addresses (such as [email protected]), and even altered images of official uniforms or ID cards to appear legitimate.These fraudsters pose as trusted sources to request personal or financial information or to threaten victims with false legal action – only to steal sensitive data such as bank details,…

Muscat: The Embassy of India in Muscat is set to transition its consular, passport, and visa services to a new service provider, SGIVS Global Services LLC, starting 1st July 2025. In the initial phase, all services will be delivered from the Embassy premises located on Jami’at Al-Dowal Al-Arabiya Street in the Diplomatic Area of Al Khuwair. As part of the new service framework, SGIVS Global Services will establish 11 dedicated application centres across Oman, aimed at enhancing accessibility for the Indian community and other applicants. These centres, scheduled to be fully operational by 15th August 2025, will be located in…