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Oman launches first tourist hot air balloon project in Türkiye

Muscat, June 3The Sultanate of Oman launched its first tourist hot air balloon as part of the 'Oman Balloons' project in Cappadocia, the Republic of Türkiye, during the promotional phase of the project. This initiative is part of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism's efforts to develop and diversify the tourism product while enhancing Oman’s position as a unique...
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His Majesty exchanges Eid greetings with leaders
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Escape the heat: Wadis to cool off during holidays
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Shabab Oman II, anchors at port of Civitavecchia in Italy
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Thirty ‘Fajr Challenge’ initiative winners feted
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EID CELEBRATIONS — ENSURE SAFE AND DELICIOUS BBQ
HM Sultan Haitham bin Tarik al Said.

HM the Sultan greets citizens, residents on occasion of Eid Al Adha
His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik al Said.

HM exchanges Eid Al Adha greetings with Leaders of Arab, Islamic countries
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HM to offer Eid Al Adha prayers at Sultan Qaboos Mosque in Nizwa
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His Majesty issues two Royal Decrees
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His Majesty exchanges Eid Al Adha greetings with leaders
During the audience, the Ambassador conveyed the greetings of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik to Prince Albert II. - ONA

Omani Ambassador presents credentials to Prince of Monaco
The Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Health, and Al Jisr Foundation for Charitable Works on Wednesday signed a cooperation agreement to support the 'Health-Promoting Schools' initiative. - ONA

Health initiative to provide safe educational environment
Day of Arafah is embraced not only as a sacred religious occasion but also as a deeply rooted cultural moment, rich in traditions and communal warmth

Day of Arafah — a sacred religious occasion and cultural moment

Royal decree ratifies Oman-Russia visa waiver agreement
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Follow animal handling guidelines to avoid Congo fever during Eid: MoH 
TRENDING STORIES
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His Majesty exchanges Eid greetings with leaders

Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump. — AFP file photo

Trump and Xi agree to more talks as trade disputes brew

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Ali Olwan hits hat-trick as Jordan blank Oman

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Chelsea complete signing of Delap from Ipswich

Soccer Football - Nations League - Semi Final - Germany v Portugal - Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany - June 4, 2025 Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring their second goal with Portugal's Nuno Mendes REUTERS/Angelika Warmuth TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Ronaldo fires Portugal into Nations League final

Soccer Football - Champions League - Final - Inter Milan Press Conference - Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany - May 30, 2025 Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi during the press conference Alexander Hassenstein/UEFA/Handout via REUTERS ATTENTION EDITORS - THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES

Inzaghi becomes Al Hilal head coach

Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - June 4, 2025 Serbia's Novak Djokovic in action during his quarter final match against Germany's Alexander Zverev REUTERS/Stephanie Lecocq

Djokovic downs Zverev to battle Sinner in the semis

Muslim pilgrims gather to pray at Jabal Al Rahmah, also known as Mount Arafat, during the annual haj pilgrimage, outside the holy city of Mecca on Thursday. — Reuters

1.5 million pilgrims pray at Mount Arafat in Haj apex

OMAN VIDEOS
Health
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Follow animal handling guidelines to avoid Congo fever during Eid: MoH 

Muscat: As Oman prepares for Eid, the Ministry of Health (MOH) has advised the public to take precautions against Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF), a viral disease transmitted from animals to humans.According to the ministry, the slaughter of...

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139 organ donation operations performed since January 2023
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Oman issues warning against candy over cannabis trace

MoH bans unauthorized medicine commercials
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Oman issues new guidelines for drug advertising and licensing
Sweet tax — has it helped?

Sweet tax — has it helped?
OPINION
Mohammed Anwar Al Balushi
Mohammed Anwar Al Balushi Art is not what you see, but what you make others see
Ross Douthat
Ross Douthat Is Europe facing civil war?
Rumaitha Al Busaidi
Rumaitha Al Busaidi This Eid, let us grow with grace
Governorates

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MHT plans integrated governance system to address challenges

Telegraph Island development project is 50% complete

Work begins on Rustaq Gate project

Fire accidents on the rise; CDAA calls for caution

Firms express interest in the Burj Al Sahwa development

ROP

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Major drug haul in Quriyat: Pakistani national apprehended

Royal Oman Police launches new eco-friendly vehicle plates

Indian couple die in Muscat building collapse after a gas leak

Fire breaks out at major commercial center in Mabela

Missing Serbian tourist found safe in Wadi Shab

Transport

Oman Balloons project launched in Türkiye

Oman Air to join Oneworld Alliance on June 30: CEO

Airlines suffer from geopolitical crises, but they move on 

Oman Air, Amouage take Rock Rose to the skies

China offers visa-free entry for Omanis. What are the other options?

TOURISM
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OMRAN Group achieves robust 2024 results, reinforcing its role in tourism development

Muscat: The Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group) has announced strong financial and operational results, underscoring the Group’s sustained efforts and corporate excellence in advancing...
The monsoon in Oman is influenced by different atmospheric and oceanic factors compared to India’s southwest monsoon.

Excitement for early khareef!

Travelling with children - Advance planning key to having fun

Travelling with children - Advance planning key to having fun

Wadi Shab

Pacts inked to develop tourist sites in Wadi Al Shab, Nakhal, Khasab

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Uzbekistan introduces visa-free entry for Omanis

EDITORS PICKS
His Majesty exchanges Eid greetings with leaders

MUSCAT: On the advent of Eid Al Adha 1446 AH, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has exchanged cables of greetings with kings and leaders of the Arab and Islamic countries.In his cables, His Majesty the Sultan...

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Trump and Xi agree to more talks as trade disputes brew

Ali Olwan hits hat-trick as Jordan blank Oman

Chelsea complete signing of Delap from Ipswich
Labour

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Oman Embassy clarifies on recruitment of Indonesian domestic workers

No contracts with firms not meeting Omanisation rates: Tender Board

Planning Hajj? What does Labour Law offer Muslim employees?

Job-seekers vie for 190 vacancies in Muscat

MoL tells firms to follow Midday break rules

Community

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Escape the heat: Wadis in Oman to cool off this holidays

CPA intensifies inspection ahead of Eid al Adha

Central Wholesale Fish Market to close during Eid al Adha

Oman Hajj Mission urges pilgrims to remain in tents on Arafat Day

Veteran broadcaster, writer Mahmood Al Hasani passes away

Environment

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International Space Station to transit over Oman

Oman marks World Biodiversity Day

Agreements signed for investment in 7 nature reserves

Northwesterly winds bring dust, heat and wave activity across Oman

Oman’s frankincense trees resilient despite challenges: Study

Education

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Project on digitalization of school curricula launched

HANDLE EXAMS WITH CARE

Indian Schools excel in CBSE exams

Indian Schools to introduce AI, Financial Literacy subjects

UTAS-Ibra participants present a scientific paper in Türkiye

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