Gulf & World
Indian Crew Rescued in Strait of Hormuz Strike
Five Indian crew members were rescued from a Kuwaiti oil tanker after a projectile strike caused a fire in the Strait of Hormuz.
3 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
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#Oman
Gulf & World
Muscat to Transform Al Salam Street with New Tunnels
Muscat Municipality signs an agreement to build tunnels and ramps on Al Salam Street to ease traffic in Al Seeb.
3 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Muscat to Review Worker Camp Rules in Residential Areas
Muscat Municipal Council is reviewing worker camp regulations in residential zones to address noise and traffic concerns in Seeb, Bausher, and more.
2 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Muscat Launches 'Aathar' Campaign: Steep Fines for Abandoned Vehicles
Muscat Municipality launches the Aathar campaign to remove abandoned vehicles, imposing fines up to 1,000 Omani Rials and potential auctions.
2 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Money & Banking
Oman Slashes VAT to 0% on 1,546 Essential Goods
Oman introduces 0% VAT on 1,546 food, medical, and veterinary items to combat rising living costs starting October 2026.
1 October 2026 · 3 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Unveils New Freehold Property and Residency Rules
Oman introduces new regulations allowing non-Omanis to own freehold property and gain residency in special economic zones.
1 October 2026 · 1 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Removes VAT on 1,546 Essential Items
Oman Tax Authority eliminates 5% VAT on food, medicine, and veterinary products to reduce the cost of living for residents.
1 October 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Removes Sponsor Requirement for Property Owners
New Royal Oman Police rules allow foreign property owners to secure residency permits without a local sponsor. Learn about the new rules and benefits.
30 September 2026 · 4 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Coast Guard Arrests 31 Asians in Illegal Entry Attempt
Oman's Coast Guard intercepted a boat near Shinas, arresting 31 Asian nationals attempting to enter the country illegally.
30 September 2026 · 2 minLov Singh
Gulf & World
Oman Police Sue Expats Over Viral Money-Throwing Videos
Royal Oman Police are taking legal action after viral videos showed expatriates throwing money at service workers in Oman.
29 September 2026 · 3 minLov Singh