Legal action to be taken against flood risk takers

Legal action to be taken against flood risk takers

MUSCAT -  The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority has affirmed that legal action will be taken against any person who takes a risk or endangers the life of other people, either by jumping or swimming into flood waters or crossing wadis during floods or standing...

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‘Special’ Eid Al Adha celebrations

‘Special’ Eid Al Adha celebrations

This Eid Al Adha was extra special for all those who celebrated the festival in Oman -- and the rest of the world -- for it is the first Eid Al Adha being celebrated without the spectre of the deadly COVID-19. Last year, the Eid Al Adha was held in a pall of gloom in...

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Oman marks first day of Eid Al Adha

Oman marks first day of Eid Al Adha

MUSCAT — The Sultanate of Oman today celebrated the first day of Eid Al Adha 1443 AH.HH Sayyid Fahd bin Mahmood Al Said, Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers performed Eid prayers at Al Khor Mosque in Muscat today. Along with HH Sayyid Fahd, the Eid...

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HM The Sultan greets citizens, residents on Eid Al Adha

HM The Sultan greets citizens, residents on Eid Al Adha

MUSCAT — His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has expressed greetings to citizens of Oman and residents in its land on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.This was unveiled in a statement issued by the Diwan of Royal Court reading as follows: “Upon the advent of Eid Al Adha...

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MoH calls for adherence to health instructions

MoH calls for adherence to health instructions

MUSCAT - The Ministry of Health (MoH) urged citizens and residents to stick to health instructions during Eid Al Adha holidays in order to protect themselves and their communities from coronavirus.In a statement issued, the ministry laid emphasis on the following...

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CAA issues weather alert for Saturday, Sunday

CAA issues weather alert for Saturday, Sunday

MUSCAT — The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has issued weather alert No. (3) for tomorrow Saturday and this Sunday (July 9-10 2022).Due to heavy thundershowers expected during Eid Al Adha which in some areas may range from 20 to 80 millimeters within a period of 24...

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Omani Women’s Association in Muttrah unveiled

Omani Women’s Association in Muttrah unveiled

MUSCAT - The Ministry of Social Development has issued a decision announcing the Omani Women’s Association (OWA) in the Wilayat of Muttrah.The OWA seeks to enhance the role of women in activating social development, upgrading women’s status and empowering women to...

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Eid Habta a popular business extravaganza

Eid Habta a popular business extravaganza

MUSCAT —In the run-up to Eid Al Adha and, upon the advent of the Dhul-Hijjah 10-day socio-spiritual festivity climaxing on Eid Al Adha celebration, Omanis flock to Habta, the traditional souqs or daylight market places peculiar to their respective governorates. The...

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Sur to host Oman Sailing Championship July 17-24

Sur to host Oman Sailing Championship July 17-24

MUSCAT - The Wilayat of Sur in the Governorate of South A’Sharqiyah, will host Oman Sailing Championship 2022 during July 17-24, where sailors from all Oman Sail sailing schools will compete for a place in the Oman National Team.Organised by Oman Sail and held under...

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