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Oman faces up to new economic reality in 2016

2016 is set to be a year of necessary austerity for Oman with experts saying the decline in government spending will ripple through the economy as officials work to keep the Sultanate’s economy on track.

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Deregulation of fuel prices to create inflationary pressure, say experts in Oman

Oman’s decision to deregulate the prices of petrol and diesel fuels is expected to prop-up prices of essential food items, leading to an inflationary pressure in the short run, experts said.

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Morning Minute - Rain, hail, and thunderstorm

Expect rain, hail, and thunderstorm in Oman, according to the MET Department.

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January 2, 2016, 10:00 PM

Oman faces up to new economic reality in 2016

January 2, 2016, 10:06 PM

Deregulation of fuel prices to create inflationary pressure, say experts in Oman

January 2, 2016, 11:32 PM

Morning Minute - Rain, hail, and thunderstorm
January 2, 2016, 9:59 PM

Experts hail Oman’s efforts in entangled whale, dolphin rescue

Oman’s endangered sea mammals now have more chances of staying alive from the...

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Objectives of Oman's Ninth five-year plan

#OmanPride: Indian skater representing Oman wins

Oman and UAE varsities join hands to carry out
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January 2, 2016, 4:55 PM

Severe flooding in Missouri

Severe flooding damages homes and properties in parts of the Midwest in the United...

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British soldiers likely to face trial for alleged

German minister urges closer ties to foreign

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Budget gets Oman's Cabinet nod; stress on cut in

Muscat Municipality shuts down leading bakery in Ruwi

Oman weather: Rain, hail, thunderstorms expected to hit

Oman's private sector braces for tough next year
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January 2, 2016, 9:54 PMby Baba Umar/babaumar@timesofindia.com

Expats in Oman pitch for Pakistan-India peace

As nuclear rivals Pakistan and India seek to bury their differences in the upcoming ‘comprehensive’ peace talks, expatriates of both nations.

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Oman weather: Rain, hail, thunderstorms expected to hit the Sultanate

Bangladesh Social Club observes Eid-e-Milad-Un-Nabi in Oman

Collision between ships and rare humpback whales can be prevented in Oman
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Oman's state budget focuses on austerity, non-oil income

Oman government on Saturday unveiled details of its state budget, with major austerity measures and steps to raise non-oil income.

Objectives of Oman's Ninth five-year plan reviewed

Objectives of the 9th Five-Year Plan and the outlook of Oman economy 2020, were reviewed by the Secretariat General of the Supreme Council, in the light of the achievements of the earlier five-year plans .

Deregulation of fuel prices to create inflationary pressure, say experts in Oman

Oman’s decision to deregulate the prices of petrol and diesel fuels is expected to prop-up prices of essential food items, leading to an inflationary pressure in the short run, experts said.

Oman faces up to new economic reality in 2016

2016 is set to be a year of necessary austerity for Oman with experts saying the decline in government spending will ripple through the economy as officials work to keep the Sultanate’s economy on track.

Experts hail Oman’s efforts in entangled whale, dolphin rescue

Oman’s endangered sea mammals now have more chances of staying alive from the fishing gear entanglements or beaching as the Sultanate is upping efforts for effective stranding and entanglement response.

Expats in Oman pitch for Pakistan-India peace

As nuclear rivals Pakistan and India seek to bury their differences in the upcoming ‘comprehensive’ peace talks, expatriates of both nations.

Bangladesh Social Club observes Eid-e-Milad-Un-Nabi in Oman

Bangladesh Social Club observed Eid-e-Milad-Un-Nabi, marking the birth of the Prophet recently.

Oman and UAE varsities join hands to carry out projects

It was agreed to carry out seven joint research projects during the 28th meeting of the joint committee of Sultan Qaboos University (SQU) and UAE University (UAEU).

Collision between ships and rare humpback whales can be prevented in Oman

Endangered humpback whales in the Arabian Sea have more chances of survival as Port of Duqm Company (PDC), a joint venture project between the Omani Government and Antwerp Port, plans to protect the marine mammals from “deadly” ship collisions.

Oman weather: Rain, hail, thunderstorms expected to hit the Sultanate

Oman Meteorological Department issues latest weather report.
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Heavy snow brings Russian Far East to standstill

An end-of-the-year cyclone blankets Russia's Far East with a deep layer of snow and brings traffic in the main city in...
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January 2, 2016, 4:39 PMby Reuters

Evacuation in Ramadi, Iraq

As Iraqi troops secure the center of shattered Ramadi, traumatised families scramble from the rubble, telling of summary executions by IS militants.

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Terrorists attack IAF base; 3 securitymen, 4 terrorists killed

Cleric among 47 executed in Saudi Arabia

Saudi-led coalition announces end of Yemen ceasefire

Putin names US among threats in new Russian security strategy
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Cold in north India, 13 die in fog-related incidents in Uttar Pradesh

Cold conditions prevailed in several parts of north India even as fog hampered normal life in some areas, claiming 13 lives in Uttar Pradesh

Afghan forces free 59 prisoners from Taliban jail in Helmand

Afghan special forces freed 59 prisoners from a Taliban jail in Helmand, officials said on Saturday, as government troops redouble their efforts to drive back the insurgents who have seized large parts of the volatile southern province

Naidu attacks Chidambaram, hopes GST passes in Budget Session

Parliamentary Affairs Minister M. Venkaiah Naidu on Saturday rejected Congress leader P. Chidambaram's remarks blaming government for the logjam on GST Bill and alleged that Congress was "dodgy" on this issue as per its "script".

Veteran Communist leader Bardhan passes away

Veteran Communist Party of India leader A. B. Bardhan, who steered the party during the turbulent period of coalition politics at national level in 1990s, died here on Saturday night after prolonged illness

Dubai blaze raises questions over skyscraper design

Hundreds of gleaming towers rose up in the region, especially the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, during the past decade's economic boom

Cleric among 47 executed in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia executed a prominent cleric and dozens of Al Qaeda members on Saturday, signalling it would not tolerate attacks, stirring sectarian anger across the region.

Man who drove car at French troops not linked to terrorist group

French investigators have found no evidence that a man who drove his car into troops guarding a mosque in southern France on New Year's Day was linked to a terrorist group, a local prosecutor said on Saturday.

German minister urges closer ties to foreign agencies after Munich security alert

German Interior Minister Thomas de Maiziere said on Saturday closer cooperation with foreign security services was needed after a New Year's Eve security alert in Munich highlighted fears about an attack on German soil.

Putin names US among threats in new Russian security strategy

A new appraisal names the United States as one of the threats to Russia's national security for the first time, a sign of how relations with the west have deteriorated in recent years.

British soldiers likely to face trial for alleged crimes committed in Iraq

British soldiers may be put on trial for alleged crimes committed in Iraq including murder, the head of a government unit investigating claims of torture and unlawful killing said in an interview published on Saturday.
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Business

January 2, 2016, 6:34 PM by Times News Service

alizz islamic bank to fund Al Osool’s tourism project

The bank has signed a financing agreement based on ‘forward ijarah’ with Al Osool Properties to develop its premium integrated tourism complex —...

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January 2, 2016, 6:29 PM by Times News Service

Oman Air's second plane funded by Meethaq

Bank Muscat’s Islamic window extended finance to the national carrier for buying second Boeing 787...

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January 2, 2016, 6:36 PM by A. E. JAMES/businesseditor@timesofoman.com

Muscat bourse falls 15% in 2015; turnover drops

Muscat Securities Market posted a turnover of OMR1.39b on a turnover of 5733.82 million shares. This is against a turnover of OMR2.27b in 2014

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January 2, 2016, 6:27 PM by ONA

Personal loan grows 7.6% to OMR7b

Loan provided by commercial banks to importers in the first nine months of 2015 crossed OMR1 billion...

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#OmanPride: Promoting bee products to treat ailments in Oman

A true pioneer in the true sense, he has been using bee products and spreading awareness of its medicinal properties for the...

#OmanPride:An expat who never tires repatriating bodies to India

Shameer PTK’s phone never stops ringing. While some call to find out how a person’s dead body can be repatriated...

#OmanPride: A workaholic who excels in painting Oman’s beauty

Thirty-eight years ago, when Mohamad Nazir came to Oman as finance controller of one of the leading pharmaceutical companies,...
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January 2, 2016, 9:46 PM by Reuters

Late Stokes burst gives England the edge

Stokes top-scored for the touring side with Alex Hales and Joe Root also contributing half centuries and Jonny Bairstow ending on 39 not out in an unbroken sixth-wicket partnership...

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January 2, 2016, 10:18 PM by Reuters

Arsenal go clear, Leicester held, relief for Van Gaal

Predictions that Leicester's unlikely surge to the summit would be short-lived gained further...

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January 2, 2016, 10:36 PM by A. SESHAGIRI RAO / raoas@timesofoman.com

Duleep describes India tour as ‘good learning experience’ for Oman team

Duleep Mendis is happy the Sultanate's squad were able to train and play in Indian conditions ahead of their participation in the World T20 Championship. However, the coach said 'our batting has been bit of a concern' while also stressing the need for the bowlers to learn to be disciplined

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January 2, 2016, 10:10 PM by Reuters

Leaders Barca held in derby stalemate by Espanyol

Barca set a Spanish record of 180 goals in 2015 but their normally prolific attack drew a blank...

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Mommyhood Basics: Make baby's developmental milestone stress free

The transitions of babyhood and early childhood can be a source of both happiness and stress...

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The whales of the Arabian Sea

What you don't know about Oman's most stunning underwater creature

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Story Time: Mum's the world

Understanding the importance of a mother.

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