Muscat Daily

A container vessel carrying 2,500 containers sank in waters south of the Strait of Hormuz after striking a naval mine and catching fire. According to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy, the ship was travelling along an unauthorised and dangerous route. Following the explosion and fire, the vessel sank, leading authorities to warn local ships and fishermen in the region to navigate carefully and avoid collision with floating containers drifting in the area.

Muscat Municipality has started work to link Al Nuzha Street in Maabela with the Muscat Expressway. Project Director Engineer Sami bin Salem Al Rahbi explained that the project features an 8 km dual road, single service roads, four smart signal junctions, modern LED lighting, and new rain drainage systems. This major road project aims to ease traffic jams, improve driving safety, and support growing local communities, with completion planned for mid-2028.

Environment Authority in South Sharqiyah Governorate returned 57,744 baby turtles and rescued 201 adult turtles during September at the Ras Al Hadd Reserve. Backed by OMIFCO, field teams and nearly 100 volunteers conducted beach patrols to protect nesting sites and guide tourists. The "Protectors of the Environment" program gave visitors and children hands-on learning experiences, showing how local communities and government teams work together to keep Oman's marine life safe.

His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has inaugurated the new identity for the Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority. Presided over by the Minister of the Royal Office, the launch event marks an important step in updating the country's emergency and protection services. This Royal support highlights the nation's ongoing commitment to strengthening public safety, modernising response systems, and delivering better care and protection for all citizens and residents living across Oman.
Read More: https://www.muscatdaily.com/2026/10/14/h-m-inagurates-new-identity-for-cdaa/

The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion has cancelled licences for various Sanad Services Centres for violating operating regulations. The decision impacts centres located in the Wilayats of Seeb, Suhar, Salalah, and Thumrait. Taken during routine monitoring checks, this enforcement action ensures that all centres maintain proper service quality standards. The ministry urges all remaining service centres across the country to follow official guidelines strictly to avoid legal penalties and closures.
Read More: https://www.muscatdaily.com/2026/10/14/ministry-revokes-licences-of-17-sanad-service-centres/

The Civil Defence and Ambulance Authority (CDAA) has launched its new brand identity.

Al Kamil Wal Wafi Municipality carried out inspection visits across 14 commercial shops selling meat, fish, poultry, and food products. Food control officers issued 5 violations and 3 warnings to non-compliant businesses while arranging the destruction of 7,400 kg of unfit meat and unsafe food items. Officers also destroyed 8 non-compliant preparation tools during the operation as part of continuous municipal efforts to protect public health and enforce strict market standards.
Read More: https://www.muscatdaily.com/2026/10/14/al-kamil-wal-wafi-municipality-destroys-7400-kg-unfit-food/

Colonel Sulaiman bin Said Al Jabri, Assistant Commander of Muscat Governorate Police, presented an award to a Pakistani resident to praise his honesty. The resident found a lost bag filled with jewellery and immediately handed it over to the police. Officers commended his noble action, stating that such honesty helps build strong trust and partnership between the community and the police force to keep Muscat safe for everyone.
Read More: https://www.muscatdaily.com/2026/10/14/pakistani-resident-honoured-by-rop-for-returning-lost-jewellery/

Food prices in Oman continue to climb sharply despite overall annual inflation easing to 3.2 per cent in September. According to official data, essential items such as vegetables and fruits experienced notable price increases compared to previous months. Higher global shipping costs and geopolitical pressures continue to influence import prices across the Sultanate, leading to varied inflation rates across different governorates, with Dhahirah reporting the highest level at 4.4 per cent.
Read More: https://www.muscatdaily.com/2026/10/13/food-prices-keep-climbing-even-as-oman-inflation-eases-to-3-2/