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Published on 06:56 GMT

Four arrested in Oman for public morals violation

Muscat: The General Department of Criminal Investigation has apprehended four individuals following the circulation of a video on social media depicting actions deemed to violate public morals and etiquette. “Among those arrested are two women of Iranian …

Source: Times of Oman - Pro-Government
Published on 07:57 GMT

Oman’s CDAA intensifies search for missing man in Dhofar Governorate

Source: The Arabian Stories - Pro-Government
Published on 04:42 GMT

Vietnam proposes raising Oman investment fund to $1b

The Vietnamese government has proposed expanding the Vietnam-Oman Investment Fund (VOI) to $1 billion as the country seeks more capital to finance its economic and strategic development agenda. VOI, which started more than 17 years ago, is a joint venture …

Source: Deal Street Asia - Neutral
Published on 04:19 GMT

Adnoc Drilling buys 70% stake in SLB’s Kuwait and Oman rigs

Through this transaction, Adnoc Drilling will gain access to earnings, cashflow and returns through two operating land drilling rigs in Kuwait and six in Oman Become a MEED subscriber for unlimited access to: Exclusive news, comment and analysis on the …

Source: MEED - Neutral
Published on 02:55 GMT

Middle East Crude-Oman hits 6-month low; Dubai, Murban edge up

Middle East crude benchmark spot premiums of Oman fell sharply on Thursday to their lowest since December, while those of Dubai and Murban marginally gained. The Middle East market has been under pressure by rising supplies outlook as OPEC+ is expected to …

Source: Hellenic Shipping News - Neutral
Published on 01:01 GMT

Pakistan to face Iraq, Cambodia, Oman in AFC U23 Qualifiers

LAHORE - The AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers are set to commence from September with Pakistan placed in Group G alongside Iraq, Cambodia, and Oman. Hosted in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, the group-stage fixtures will unfold between 3 and 9 September 2025. Pakistan …

Source: The Nation - Pro-Government
Published on 00:07 GMT

PM suggests raising Vietnam–Oman Investment Fund’s scale to 1 billion USD

PM Pham Minh Chinh hailed the OIA Deputy President’s working visit in the context of increasingly strengthened and flourishing Vietnam–Oman relations across many fields, especially in investment and economic cooperation. Describing Oman as one of the …

Source: People's Army Newspaper - Gov't Propaganda
Published on May 29, 2025

Oman announces Eid Al-Adha holidays

MUSCAT: The Government of Oman has declared the Eid Al Adha 2025 holidays for the Islamic year 1446 AH. The holidays on Eid’s occasion will start on Thursday, June 5, 2025, corresponding to 9 Zul-Hijjah 1446 AH, and will continue until Monday, June 9, 2025 …

Source: ARY News - Indeterminate
Published on May 29, 2025

Oman Bans Power And Water Cuts During Exams, Holidays And Night Hours

The Authority for Public Services Regulation (APSR) has reiterated that electricity and water services must not be disconnected during certain sensitive periods, including exam seasons, holidays and nighttime hours. According to APSR, utility …

Source: Gulf Insider - Neutral
Published on May 29, 2025

Oman Declares Five-Day Eid Al Adha Holiday For Public And Private Sectors

Oman has declared a five-day holiday for both public and private sector employees in celebration of Eid Al Adha. The Eid holiday will begin on Thursday, June 5, and continue through Monday, June 9, according to a royal decree. Normal working hours across …

Source: Gulf Insider - Neutral