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Air India Express Resumes Operations from Muscat

News Desk 03/03/2026

“Air India Express will resume flight operations to and from Muscat starting tomorrow, March 3, with scheduled services to Delhi, Kochi, Kozhikode, Mangaluru, Mumbai and Tiruchirappally. The first Air India Express flight from Muscat will operate to Tiruchirappally, departing at 10:25 hours

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FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem champions mobility innovation and safety at event in Muscat

News Desk 17/11/2025

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) is stepping up efforts to save lives on roads across the MENA region, and modernise  transport services, two key issues highlighted at a regional workshop that concluded in Muscat today.   The FIA, the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, hosted the […]

Finance GCC Oman

Oman set to levy first-ever personal income tax in the GCC region

Arnold Pinto 28/06/2025

From January 1, 2028 Oman has issued a royal decree to introduce a personal income tax, making it the first Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nation to impose such a levy. A flat 5 per cent rate will apply to individuals earning more than OMR 42,000 ($109,091 / AED 401,142 / SAR 409,671 / KWD 33,407 / […]

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Menassah Distribution Company Expands Regional Footprint with Strong Presence at Muscat and Doha Book Fairs

PR News Desk 06/05/2025

In a new chapter of its journey on the Arab cultural map, Menassah Distribution Company continues its noble mission of spreading knowledge, elevating the profile of Emirati books, and supporting their creators. This is reflected in its notable participation at the Muscat International Book Fair, which concluded on 4 May 2025, and its upcoming presence […]

Oman Space

Oman launches an AI-enhanced satellite

Arnold Pinto 20/11/2024

Marking a new era in space exploration Oman has officially entered the space race by launching its first AI-powered satellite, OL-1. CAS Space, a Chinese spaceflight company, launched the satellite from the Gobi Desert on November 18, 2024. It is equipped with advanced remote sensing and Earth observation technologies, all enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI). […]

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Closet World Arrives in Oman with Its New Branch in Muscat, Offering Exclusive Opening Deals

PR News Desk 01/08/2024

Closet World, one of the leading providers of custom storage solutions in the UAE, announces the opening of its new branch in Muscat, Oman. This expansion marks a significant milestone as the company extends its reach across the Middle East. The new branch in Al Mawaleh square features Closet World’s renowned products, including custom closets, […]

Oman Travel

UN Tourism’s Middle East Members Target Innovation

Arnold Pinto 23/05/2024

50th Meeting Held In Muscat Thirteen member states of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for the Middle East are convening in Muscat, Oman (May 22-24, 2024), with a shared vision of steering the region’s tourism sector towards a future defined by innovation, investment, and inclusivity. The gathering marks the 50th meeting of the UN Tourism […]

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IntercityHotel Bawshar Muscat Opens Its Doors

PR News Desk 15/02/2024

The opening of the vibrant IntercityHotel Bawshar in Muscat marks Deutsche Hospitality’s fourth IntercityHotel branded property in the Sultanate of Oman, and the sixth IntercityHotel branded property in the Middle East. Situated in close proximity to the Mall of Oman, the hotel opening was marked with a ribbon-cutting ceremony with distinguished VIPs and stakeholders.