HM The Sultan visits PDO and inaugurates integrated operations centre ‘Bait Al Haitham’
MUSCAT — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik visited the Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) in the Governorate of Muscat this morning to to review the key projects and developments within the energy sector. Upon His Majesty's arrival at the Company's headquarters, His Majesty was received by Eng. Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals; Mohsin bin Hamad Al Hadhrami, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and Chairman of the PDO Board of Directors; and Dr Aflah...
International Nurses Day recognises continuous dedication of nurses in serving patients
MUSCAT — The Sultanate of Oman joined the countries of the world today in marking International Nurses Day, observed annually on May 12. The occasion honours the humanitarian and professional roles performed by male and female nurses in strengthening the health system and elevating the quality of therapeutic and preventive services, as they represent a fundamental pillar of comprehensive healthcare. This year's celebration underscores the importance of investing in nursing cadres, qualifying...
The Honourable Lady graces inauguration of Melodies of Hope Band
MUSCAT — Under the patronage of Her Highness the Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, Spouse of the Sultan of Oman, the Ministry of Social Development inaugurated the "Tranim Al Amal" (Melodies of Hope) Band.The event was held at the theatre of the Royal Guard of Oman Command. This humanitarian and artistic initiative embodies the generous commitment to empowering persons with disabilities and special needs. It aims to open broader horizons for them to express their talents...
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Yanni in Oman in aid of the visually challenged
October 26, 2011: B&W achieved a musical breakthrough by bringing in the musical wizard, Yanni to Oman and making this world-renowned composer perform at the Grand Hall of the Sultan Qaboos University, again a first. This was the...
Parampara – charity dance event with Hema Malini and team – 2010
October 21, 2010 – The same year, we also championed the breast cancer cause in Oman. We brought in the dream girl, Hema Malini and her two lovely daughters, Esha and Ahana, for a fund raiser for breast cancer (for the National...
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The adventures of Captain Juma, the sailor
The adventures of Captain Juma, the sailor Will God fulfill the prayers of old men whom time forgot? Will God heed to the desire of a proud, old Omani sailor? These queries played in our mind as we talked to a venerable old sailor, a former ship (dhow) captain, and an...
Sheikha Layla, the Camel Whisperer
We froze. A four-legged, nearly 500kgs creature, was rumbling towards us with a mighty bellow. When it came close, we involuntarily shut our eyes. Even with our closed eyes and palpitating hearts, we could still feel this scary beast’s presence. When we mustered...
The wizard of Asa
In a dark and tiny room, a nearly 50-year old man is seen seated on a floor littered with crude work tools and attempting to bend the top part of what appears to be a wooden stick. He holds the stick in a makeshift clamp and then slowly bends it to the desired shape....
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