Times of Oman - May 1, 2016

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May 1, 2016 23 Rajab 1437 AH

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PUBLIC AUTHORITIES FACE CUT IN PERKS TO REDUCE DEFICIT

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Petrol, diesel to cost more in May REJIMON K reji@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Petrol and diesel will cost more in May than in April, according to a tweet posted by the Ministry of Oil and Gas in Oman.

In May, the price of revised regular petrol (M90) will be 149 baisas per litre, for super graded (M95), it will be 161 baisas and diesel will cost 166 baisas.

In April, the price of revised regular petrol (M90) was 145 baisas per litre, super graded (M95) was 158 baisas and diesel cost was 163 baisas.

In March, revised regular petrol (M90) price was 130 baisas

The decision aims at shoring up the country’s economy and ministries will not be affected by this move as they do not enjoy such privileges FAHAD AL GHADANI Fahadnews@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Public authorities and institutions in Oman will face a number of cuts in their benefits, according to a decision made by the Ministry of Finance.

A financial circular (11/2016) signed by Darwish bin Ismail bin Ali Al Balushi, Minister Responsible for Financial Affairs, stated that the decision has been made to cushion the economy, which is struggling due to the low oil prices.

Speaking to the Times of Oman, Khalid Al Busaidi, public relations officer at the Ministry of Finance, confirmed the decision.

“Yes the circular was issued on

April 19,” Al Busaidi said.

This decision comes close on the heels of a similar decision implemented for employees in the semigovernment companies.

Giving the details, Khalid Al Busaidi said that the authorities and institutions that fall under the decision include Information Technology Authority, Authority for Electricity Regulation, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, and Public Authority for Consumer Protection, in addition to The Public Authority for Investment Promotion & Export Development ITHRAA, Special Economic Zone Authority – Duqm, Public Authority For Radio and Television, and Public Authority for Craft Industries. >A6

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Road crash deaths dip 48% since 2012 REJIMON K reji@timesofoman.com

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per litre, super graded (M95) was 145 baisas and diesel cost was 146 baisas.

In February, the price of super grade petrol was 153 baisas per litre, for regular grade petrol it was 137 baisas and for diesel it was 146 baisas per litre.

Following the dip in global oil prices, Oman had deregulated its oil prices in January this year as part of the austerity measures aimed at reducing the budget deficit.

Fuel subsidies for 2015 were estimated to be OMR580 million, and with deregulation the government will be able to save that money.

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MUSCAT: Road accident deaths in the Sultanate have dropped by 48 per cent since 2012, according to a tweet by the Royal Oman Police (ROP).

In 2015, the number of deaths caused by road accidents was 675, while in 2014 it was 816. In 2013, it was 913 and in 2012 it was 1,139.

Recently, the ROP implemented stringent measures to take into custody traffic violators, who risk their lives and others too.

During the first week of April, the ROP uploaded a statement on its official Twitter handle saying that drivers who fail to stop at a red light risk a jail sentence of up to a year and a fine of up to OMR500, or one of these punishments.

The ROP also issued a warn-

ing against the use of phone while driving. According to the ROP, using a phone while driving poses a greater danger than being under the influence of alcohol, it said in a statement.

“Studies indicate that the probability of an accident happening is greater with a driver, who uses a phone while driving, than with someone under the influence of alcohol,” the ROP said.

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Less bureaucratic controls will help small businesses thrive

SUNDAY BEAT SALEH AL SHAIBANY

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aperwork is drowning the establishment of small businesses and has discouraged many people from starting their own ventures.

Official statistics show that in the last ten years, only 35 per cent of the small to medium enterprises (SMEs) successfully completed the licence processing stages. The rest never took off mainly because the process took too long while the owners kept paying the overheads while waiting for the final approval. Many people who want to start a venture do not do it knowing the length of time it takes to establish a business in the country.

Crushes creativity Unnecessary bureaucracy crushes creativity, kills off aspirations and leaves a lot of people with unfulfilled dreams.

Without any shade of doubt it slows down the growth of the economy, too. For many years, the trade establishment bureaucracy has focused inward and lost touch with business reality. The multifunctional rigidity needs to be revisited to smooth out the way for the creation of new businesses.

There are too many committees to satisfy and a myriad of regulations to go over. Any paperwork that does not add value to the set up of an SME should be eliminated. What

should be remembered is that aspiring business people have loan liabilities when they go through the licencing procedures. While they wait to begin their businesses, their capitals start to diminish.

Standardisation issue In Oman, there is no standardisation of approval in the set up of small businesses. The applications of different projects have different rules. The lack of a single strategy contributes to the snail-pace processing. There is no data sharing between different offices that screen SME applications. The use of ICT or E-Government to speed the process is either ineffective or not in use at all.

Questions should also be asked on people who receive these applications in terms of competence. Applications stay too long in the In-Tray and there is a considerable distance to the Out-Tray.

According to various SME financiers, more than a quarter of the applicants wanting to start new businesses were unsuccessful with their job applications. The only option left for them was self-employment.

It goes without saying, efforts to speed up the process will reduce the job queue by 25 per cent. That will give a tremendous boost to the economy. Official statistics also show that SMEs that were successfully established in the last decade employed an average of seven employees each. That means, these SMEs created over 11,000 employment opportunities since 2006 despite the unbending bureaucracy.

Flexibility The past statistics should encourage bureaucracy to be flexible. The figures also show the missed opportunities of employment to thousands if

only the process was much more sympathetic to small business applicants. But reducing red rape is not just about fewer regulations. It also promotes transparency in the way applications are processed.

This will give the opportunity for SMEs applicants to know where the process has reached and what are the stumbling blocks so they can quickly rectify it.

It is about compliance as well to avoid the processing of duplication information between various agencies.

However, red tape does not only get in the way for new SMEs only but for existing ones as well. Current owners are also struggling through the endless paperwork when they want to expand. A lot needs to be done to encourage small businesses to grow. For example, many SMEs need to move into bigger premises but owners are still waiting for their applications to be processed. The leasing of the government owned lands or the applications of hiring more staff take quite a long time. The conducive environment for existing SMEs is more important now than ever in the light of the current economic crisis the country is going through.

Obviously the government’s cash flow is now restricted and these SMEs can flourish to fill up the gaps. It does not cost anything to lease lands but it will rev up the State’s revenues. In conclusion, red tape reduction has many advantages to the economy, not just to the SMEs. HAVE YOUR SAY AT TWITTER.COM/ TIMESOFOMAN OR SCAN THE CODE TO INSTANTLY POST YOUR THOUGHTS.

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‘My Home Town’ book launched

by Let’s Read Let’s Read campaign of Dar Al Atta’a ninth Children’s Writing Competition invited school children to submit five hundred words, in English or Arabic, on the subject of: ‘My Home Town’

DEEBA HASAN

deeba@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Let’s Read Programme of Dar Al Atta’a yesterday launched a book titled ‘My Home Town’ at Al Qurum Complex. Parents of children, whose writings were included in the book, attended the launch event and bought the book which was priced at OMR4 on the day.

The Let’s Read campaign organises its Children’s Writing Competition every year and the ninth Children’s Writing Competition was launched in January 2015, which invited school children to submit five hundred words, in English or Arabic, on the subject of: ‘My Home Town.’

Entries were to include some factual information about the town’s location, its geographical features, population and history.

Students were also requested to write about their home town’s special features.

“We posed the following questions; did an historic event take place in the town? Is the town known for something that is grown, created or manufactured there? Was someone famous born there? Does someone important U P D AT E

‘Murdered nurse’s body to be flown back to India on Sunday’ REJIMON K

reji@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Chikku Robert’s body will be flown to India on Sunday evening, the Indian consular agent in Salalah said.

“All the paper work has been done. The body will be first flown to Muscat and from there to India,” Manpreet Singh, the Indian consular agent, told Times of Oman.

Chikku, a nurse from the south Indian state of Kerala working with Badr Al Samaa hospital in Salalah, was found dead in her apartment with stab injuries on her body, late at night on April 20.

She was supposed to be on duty by 10pm on that day, but as she did not turn up for work, her husband Linson Thomas, who works in the same hospital, went to their apartment to look for her, where he found her dead body. Linson is under police detention as part of the investigation. Shaji Issac, Chikku’s uncle, also confirmed that the body will be flown to India on Sunday evening.

“We have been informed that the body will be flown on Sunday evening. It will reach by Monday morning at Kochi airport. We are waiting,” Shaji told Times of Oman over phone from India. Meanwhile, the Indian consular agent said that there is no update on Linson’s release so far. Chikku and Linson had married in October and she was five months pregnant when she was murdered.

GLOBAL SPAN: Home towns featured in the book span continents around the world. – Deeba Hasan

live in the town, perhaps a favourite family member, or a friend?

We asked the children to give a detailed description. The entries were judged according to four age groups: 5 to 8 years, 9 to 11 years, 12 to 14 years and 15 to 18 years.” said Jane Jaffer, who started the campaign in 2007.

Fifty-three entries The fifty-three entries in the book, My Home Town, represent just a fraction of the hundreds of entries received from school children across the country.

The home towns featured in the book span continents around the world. The judges were struck by the quality of the writing and how well presented the entries were.

The diverse locations, featured in the book, reflect the many welltravelled children who are living in Oman. Many children wrote about the importance of spending time in the holidays with their extended families.

“Many thanks to Nabaa Ali Al

Lawati for creating the front cover of the book, and to the photographers-Hyesha Barrett-Jaffer, Glyn Barrett and Paula Williams.

We would like to thank Nalini Subramanian for working hard to bring My Home Town to publication. Many thanks to Sweets of Oman LLC for sponsoring the translation of the book into Arabic. We are extremely grateful to Mazoon Publishing and Printing for sponsoring this wonderful collection of children’s stories. We would like to thank Norma Ross and everyone at the Al Qurum Complex for their continuous support of our campaign. Most important of all, many thanks to the students who have created this great book.”

Jaffer added.

The judges of the 9th Children’s Writing Competition were Alison Al Maskari, Sarah Campbell, Cathy Dalton, Sonia Carr, Salma Mawlawi, Christiane Mushantef, Elizabeth Al Sarhani and Jane Jaffer.

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‘Cinema is not mere entertainment, it’s an art form’

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mobinmathew@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: People in Oman should stop looking at cinema as merely a form of entertainment, says award winning director Maitham Al Musawi.

Today, the Times of Oman is featuring Maitham Al Musawi, an orthopaedic surgeon who loves to shoot movies in his free time, and his thoughts on movie making in its #OmanPpride campaign.

“To promote movies in Oman, people should stop thinking of movies as only something made for entertainment and should accord it the same importance as art forms like music and painting,” Al Musawi told the Times of Oman.

“Only then people will start watching more movies and we can start supporting these financially,” he added. Al Musawi’s short

film, ‘Reflections,’ has won three awards in the categories of Best Short Film, Best Director, and Best Child Actress, at the Muscat International Film Festival this year.

“Winning an award is always a great experience. It is a sort of confirmation that the work we are doing is not pointless, especially when a group of experts in the field decide that your work is worth an award,” Al Musawi asserted.

He also said it is not easy to continue pursuing his profession as well as follow his passion but somehow it has been working out for him. Another way to promote movies in Oman is to use films as a medium to promote the country’s tourism.

“Out of all the Gulf countries, POINT OF PERFECTION: It is not easy to continue pursue your Oman is the only one that has such profession as well as to follow your passion but somehow it has a diverse geography to attract dif- been working out for Maitham Al Musawi. – Supplied photo ferent film studios to shoot their films here but, unfortunately, that advantage is not being utilised,” said, “Filmmaking is not something narrative films and one short docuI had dreamt to pursue all my life. mentary. “Response to my movies he said.

According to him, making films Rather, it’s something I gradually has been excellent and this encourin Oman is not that easy and there started leaning towards as the years ages me to do more,” he said.

“A lot of the characters or isis too little support for filmmakers went by. It started with my love for Hollywood movies and my obses- sues that I discuss in my films here in the Sultanate.

Explaining how he landed in the sion with photography.” So far, Al are based on what I have seen field of movie making, Al Musawi Musawi has directed four short in my everyday life as a doctor,”

E X PAT L I F E

Bangladesh Social Club plans to open four new branches Times News Service MUSCAT: To serve Bangladeshi expats in Oman, four new branches of Bangladesh Social Club (BSC) will be opened, Mohammed Shafiqul Islam Bhuiyan, BSC Muscat president has said.

The branches will be located at Sohar, Sur, Buraimi and Barka, he added. The second branch of the Club was opened recently at Salalah. There are more than 590,000 Bangladeshi expats in Oman.

“The numbers are growing every month so there is an urgent need

for more BSC branches in the Sultanate,” he stated.

Ever since its inception, the BSC has been very alert in responding to various cultural needs of the Bangladeshi community, and is active in finding solutions to the numerous problems faced by them, he further said. A welfare committee has been formed to help with community members’ problems, he said, ading that it also helps the needy and those involved in traffic accidents.

Election for Bangladesh social club was held at the club premises recently, where the executive

members were elected: Mohammed Shafiqul Islam Bhuiyan as President, Sirajul Hoque as Vice President, M.N. Amin as General Secretary, Mohammed Golam Mostafa Nizam as Joint secretary, Atiquzzaman as Treasurer, Azimul Hoque Babul as Organising Secretary, Abdur Rahim as Welfare Secretary, Rezaul Karim as Cultural Secretary, Abdus Salam as Literature Secretary, Abul Bashar Sarkar as Sports Secretary, Nuruddin Zahed Chowdhury as Publicity Secretary and Mohammed Anwar Hossain as Honourable Member.

To promote movies in Oman, people should stop thinking of movies as only something made for entertainment and should accord it the same importance as art forms like music and painting

said Al Musawi who has won 17 awards in film making, locally and internationally.

“Topics I choose to discuss in my films help me to achieve a lot of awards, and another factor is that the film comes from Oman, an odd place to see movies coming

from,” he said. Speaking about the release of his movies, Al Musawi said, “I usually release my movies at film festivals.”

“Film festivals are the place where I learn from the feedback I receive after the screening of my films from other filmmakers and people who are interested in the field of movie making,” he added.

“Later, these movies are made available online for the public,” Al Musawi continued. Speaking about his future projects, he said, “A couple of my projects are in the pipeline.”

“I have a screenplay called “A Piece of Land” that received funding from the Dubai International Film Festival and I’m planning to shoot in the upcoming months,” Al Musawi said. “I also have a collaboration with the director Sudha Sha on her feature long anthology film in which I will be directing one of the short films in the movie,” he added.

His dream project is to make a commercial film that everyone can watch in the movie theatre.

“Another dream is that one of my movies gets nominated for an Oscar,” Maitham Al Musawi said.

Unlicenced food joint raided by municipality The unlicenced and unhygienic kitchen was used to prepare food which was then distributing among expatriate workers commercially

Staff Reporter MUSCAT: An unlicensed cooking place in Muscat, where food was being cooked and distributed among workers of different companies, was raided by Muscat Municipality officials.

“The food was prepared under unhygienic conditions and distributed to expatriate workers commercially without possessing any licence,” the authority posted on its official Facebook page.

“They were not following any norms set by the authority for preparing food and distributing the same commercially,” the authority post added.

Last October also, a similar raid was carried out in Amerat and an expatriate cook was arrested by Muscat Municipality officials.

Recently, as part of its campaign to protect the health and safety of consumers and residents, the authority had also cleared a number of areas along the seaside in Bausher where vendors were il-

UNHYGIENIC: They were not following any norms set by

the authority for preparing food and distributing the same commercially. – Picture courtesy: Muscat Muncipality

legally selling Omani grilled meat, known as mashakeek.

Last December, surprise inspections by the Muscat Municipality at 125 restaurants in

Bausher had found that around 53 restaurants were not meeting the food safety standards and were violating rules formulated by the municipality.

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Motor industry job opportunities highlighted at Omanisation fair Times News Service MUSCAT: Meeting with approximately 1,000 visitors as Silver Sponsor of the Omanisation Career Fair (OCF), the National Automotive Higher Institute recently delivered the slogan ‘Get Your Career Through NAHI’ at 2016’s edition of the OCF. The nation’s first specialised automotive institution went full throttle ahead in engaging different age groups to raise awareness of its technical education and vocational training programmes, as well as the rising opportunities presented by the local industry.

The fair was recently held in Muscat at the Oman Interna-

tional Exhibition Centre, hosting a plethora of dynamic exhibitors like NAHI, which drove a vibrant three-day engagement with tens of thousands in attendance overall. NAHI’s attendance marked the first time for a local internationally accredited automotive educator to exhibit in Oman.

“Our feedback from visitors at OCF was outstanding; young people were proud of what we have accomplished and felt that NAHI offered them alternative opportunities to traditional educational.

Some job seekers have not completed Grade 12 which limits their competitiveness and opportunities within the local job market; however, through the

Competency Programme offered

by NAHI, they can pursue their interests and utilise their talents in a growing local industry that has over 50,000 jobs for the taking,” said Haji Al Balushi, General Manager of NAHI. Al Balushi added, “Due to the amount of attention job fairs receive from job seekers, NAHI knew that supporting and exhibiting at the OCF was a key opportunity.

“To our delight this year’s immense turnout delivered an unimaginable space for us to demonstrate our potential as a pioneering institute of teaching excellence in Oman’s emerging automotive industry.”

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Fake cashmere mussars flood market Fake cashmere mussar sells for OMR2 to 5 while the genuine one costs OMR50 to 70 apiece

BABA UMAR

babaumar@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Fake Kashmiri mussars (Omani headgear) have flooded the Sultanate’s apparel market, with traders saying the practice is hurting the interests of genuine dealers.

Traders dealing with Kashmiri handicrafts said they have been selling “genuine mussars,” made of Kashmiri Pashmina (a fine type of cashmere wool) for decades but the introduction of synthetic mussars has marred their business in the country.

“A piece of the fake cashmere mussar is being sold for mere OMR2 to 5. The genuine handmade one is woven in Kashmir (India and Pakistan-administered) and costs around OMR50 to 70.

Only a trader or a smart customer can tell the difference between the two,” said Sartaj Ahmad, who

trades in Kashmiri handicrafts at the busy Muttrah Souq. Cashmere mussar is a rage among Omani men. Representatives of the Sultanate’s glorious cultural diversity, mussar turbans are part of the official Omani traditional dress.

Many Omani men wear it for formal meetings and in offices.

A shawl, also made of fine cashmere wool, forms another essential part of Omani men’s wedding attire worn around the waist. The long strip of cloth acts as a holder for the khanjar (Omani dagger).

But Kashmiri businessmen said this age old tradition is under threat due to the cheap replicas currently on sale. A Times of Oman (TOO) investigation also found that imitation mussars are being sold with the tag line “100% Cashmere” or “Pure Pashmina.”

Some products even have the image of a deer suggesting that the wool is drawn from the Kashmiri Himalayan antelope. In contrast, Pashmina is hand woven from the wool derived from the undercoat of high-elevation breeds of domestic goats found mainly in India-administered Kashmir and elsewhere in the Himalayan region.

“The irony is that some Kashmiri traders have also started selling fake or imitation cashmere mussars. Because they don’t want to argue with the customers over what’s real and what’s not. The clients are shown both. What we are saying is let the imitation mus-

SPOT THE FAKE: Sartaj Ahmad shows fake (yellow) and genuine Kashmiri Pashmina. Cashmere mussar is a rage among Omani men. Rep-

resentatives of the Sultanate’s glorious cultural diversity, mussar turbans are part of the official Omani traditional dress. – Baba Umar

CLEVER COPY: Labelled fake

Kashmiri Pashmina

sars be sold with some other name.

Calling it cashmere is a theft of the idea and skill that’s involved with weaving these delicate mussars and shawls,” said another Pashmina mussar trader, Ijaz Ahmad.

He said, “Also, if the fake one is passed as pure cashmere and sold for OMR70, imagine the profit involved. Not many clients are aware of the stuff involved in the making of mussars.”

Officials from the Public Authority for Consumer Protection (PACP), which protects consumer rights in the Sultanate, said the issue is related to intellectual property rights. “It’s related to intellectual property rights,” Omar Faisal Al-Jahadmi, deputy chairman at PACP told TOO. “This matter falls under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, which is responsible for implementing all the procedures related to the laws of intellectual property and guaranteeing necessary protection for the stakeholders,” he stated. The Kashmiri traders also

said they will soon approach the ministry to address their concerns.

Kashmiri Pashmina (cashmere) has a GI status, a kind of intellectual property awarded to products that have some unique characteristics traceable to a particular region. To protect customers from being duped with fakes or imitations, the government in India-administered Kashmir has recently adopted nanotechnology.

It involves embedding nano particles with distinctive codes into the authentication labels ‘Kashmir Pashmina,’ which has geographical indications (GI) protection under the Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights Agreement of the WTO. The codes are readable only under infrared light. The counterfeit mussars don’t have such labels and

hence can help a customer identify a pure cashmere shawl or mussar.

Kashmiri traders are supposed to get their products “tagged” and “authenticated” and get their businesses GI-certified.

Not many of them have done it, Kashmiri traders conceded. “Unfortunately, not many of us have gone through this process. Most of the products from Kashmir are yet to get these nanoparticle tags.

But the technology is expected to save our century’s old skill and no one will be swindled in the sale of bogus cashmere products,” a Kashmiri trader said.

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Campus of Pakistan School Buraimi ready

NEW PLANS: The management has plans to open a school somewhere in the Sharqiyah region and is on the lookout for a suitable

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The highlight of this year’s food festival and musical evening to be held on May 7 is a musical evening, which will feature Pakistani singer Amanat Ali, who has a large fan following in the subcontinent

DEEBA HASAN

deeba@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Pakistan School’s Buraimi campus, which was in the pipeline for a few years, is ready, but the school authorities

are waiting for a final approval from the Ministry of Education.

Also, the management has plans to open a school somewhere in the Sharqiyah region and is on the lookout for a suitable location for the same.

“Our Buraimi campus is ready, but we are waiting for a licence from the Ministry of Education to start operating,” said Muhammad Adnan Shahzad, chairman, Pakistan Schools in Oman.

After the school in Buraimi, the management also has plans to open schools in Ibri and in Sharqiyah.

“Between Bid Bid to Sur, we don’t have a Pakistan School and so we are looking for a proper location there to open a school, apart from that we are also looking at starting the Ibri school.”

Shahzad also said the number of students registered by PSM this year is more, compared with 2015.

“We were expecting the number to possibly go down, but we had more students coming this year. The Pakistan School in Seeb opened in 2014 and has crossed

700 students already. Our campuses in the interiors have about 5,500 students in total.”

Annual food festival He also said this on the sidelines of a press conference organised by the school recently, where they announced the annual food festival and musical evening to be held on May 7, and a very popular event among the Asian expat community in Oman.

The highlight of this year’s event is that it is being organised together with a musical evening, which will feature Pakistani singer Amanat Ali, who has a large fan following in the subcontinent.

“The food festival is held every year to generate funds for different projects of the school, and to provide the residents of Oman— from the Pakistani and other communities to enjoy the culture and food of our country. Last year’s event was a mega success, and this year we have invited Amanat Ali, who is very popular among the people of Pakistan and India.” Shahzad said.

Visitors to the food festival can expect special Pakistani cuisine, such as different kinds of kebabs, tikka, haleem, nihari and other delicious items to snack on. There will also be Indian food stalls selling vegetarian munchies.

Apart from great food, attendees can also find stalls selling clothes and jewellery at the event. Other attractions, such as henna design will also be available at the event. The Oman Arab Bank is the major sponsor for this year’s event.

Funds raised According to Shahzad, the food festival in 2015 had raised considerable funds for projects that were undertaken by the school’s management.

“Last year, we managed to raise a good amount and are expecting the same this year too. We spent the amount on the female mosque, a centre for special education, and on the new library. All staff members are helping us organise this festival and they have been assigned targets that they need to achieve.”

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The other affected institutions are Public Authority for Social Insurance (PASI), Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA), Public Authority of Mining, and Capital Market Authority (CMA), in addition to Oman International Exhibition Center, Oman Establishment for Press publication and Advertising, Security and Safety Service L.L.C, Port Service Corporation, Civil Service Employees Pension Fund and others.

“However, this decision does not affect ministries as such privileges do not exist in the ministries,” Al Busaidi noted.

Among the privileges that the employees of government authorities and institutions stand to lose are health insurance, life insurance, travel insurance and car insurance, along with life insurance allowance, loans, bonuses, and incentives during Ramadan or Eid. Increments not related to employee’s Key Performance Indicators (KPI) will also be axed.

The employee benefits that will be withdrawn also include allowances for school fees, mobile phones and bills, annual medical check-up for employees and their families, and annual leave tickets, apart from housemaid allowances, house rents, furniture allowances, and hospitalisation fee etc.

The circular explains that the decision comes as part of the measures being taken by the government to regulate government investment, keep tabs on government expenditure, and regulate public expenditure.

The circular also states that such privileges consume a lot of time in preparing and follow-up, and also cost the government a lot of money without bearing a direct relation to the employees’ performance, which causes expenditure to rise without a logical reason.

Therefore, the circular states that all privileges granted by the government authorities and institutions to their employees, except for the salary, shall be withdrawn under this decision.

Also, all government authorities and institutions shall adjust their current regulations in terms of the financial issues and refer to the Min-

istry of Finance with the new regulations before July-end this year.

The financial circular was addressed to Deputy Prime Minister for the Council of Ministers, Minister of the Diwan of Royal Court, Minister of the Royal Office, Secretary General of the Council of Ministers and State Audit Institution.

Reacting to the news, Tawfiq Al Lawati, a Majlis Al Shura member, who is also part of the finance committee, welcomed the move, saying that such steps are always welcome since their purpose is to contribute to the country’s budget.

“Any decision that helps in cutting the country’s expenditure and reducing the deficit of the country’s budget is always appreciated by citizens,” Al Lawati said.

This is a step to control government expenses under the current financial situation, he said, while adding that this is a decision taken by the Ministry of Finance.

Majlis Al Shura has formed a special economy committee to find solutions and ways to overcome the oil price deficit, he noted.

Similarly, Ahmed Al Hooti, a member of Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry, welcomed the move taken by the Ministry of Finance saying there was no other way to overcome the current financial situation except by cutting all unnecessary expenditures.

“Such moves will provide financial support to the country’s budget and it is the time for everyone to show their readiness to lose some privileges in order to support the country,” Al Hooti said.

He noted that those benefiting from the privileges can still live without them and help the government avoid spending more cash on unnecessary things. “The government should only be responsible for employees’ salaries for now,” Al Hooti said.

“I also call on the private sector companies to start contributing to the country to overcome this situation,” Al Hooti said, and added that everyone living on this land should contribute towards overcoming the current financial situation.

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BSM organises celebration for leavers DEEBA HASAN

deeba@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: British School Muscat (BSM) recently held its leavers celebration at the Bait Al Zubair museum in Muscat for 84 students, who will graduate from year 11 and 13 when they complete their GCSE and A-level exams in May and June this year.

Over 200 parents, staff and students attended the event.

“The event was all about celebrating the achievements of our Year 11 and 13 students, both academically and more widely across the school. As they reach the end of their time for GCSEs and A-Level courses, it was an opportunity to pause and celebrate the incredible talent that these students have developed at BSM and the exciting

promise they hold for the future.

Last night was our chance to congratulation them on all they have achieved so far, celebrate with them and say farewell,” said Matt Hall, deputy head of the Senior

school at BSM. The celebrations consisted of a colourful display of some of the best of works of students in all areas, such as art, dance and sports.

Artwork by the students was dis-

played at the venue and an Oscarwinning film was also shown during the event.

Apart from that, musical performances by Year 12 students, Paulo Cruz and Mattijs Berendsden, a dance extract by Year 11 students, Abby Bridson, Ruby Stafford and Ellie Sellers and the winning film from a recent Oscar night – ‘Just Around the Corner’ by Hanzade Gulzedemirci were also showcased at the event. The Director of Sport and International Award also gave updates on the successes of the sporting year. “Three of our sixth form students (18-year-old) are leaving the school this summer having been here since nursery— Omar Al-Farsi, Ghalib Ashraf and Gauher Ashraf,” Hall added. The event was supported by Al Zubair Corporation.

PA S S E S AWAY

Tributes to Urdu literary figure contribution has added honour to Urdu literature and language,” Gauhar Naqvi, planner at the Ghubrah Power & Desalination Company, said.

Staff Reporter MUSCAT: Literati and Urdu lovers in Muscat have paid rich tributes to eminent Urdu literary figure Malikzada Manzoor Ahmad, who passed away in Lucknow in India on April 22.

He was known to his admirers as the “king of mushaira anchoring” (Mushaire ki Nezamat ka Badshah).

He had visited Oman twice in recent years on the invitation of the Urdu Wing of the Indian Social Club, and was quite popular in the local Urdu literary circle.

“It is a great loss to Urdu literature and mushaira lovers all over the world. The first mushaira that I attended in my home town of Darbhanga as a young boy of 10 was anchored by this great personality. Appreciation from him was a great motivating factor that encouraged me to write Urdu poetry,” Mohammad Tufail Ahmad, an active member of the Muscat Poetry Society, who works as a project manager with Royal Court Affairs, said.

“The demise of Malikzada Manzoor has ended a golden

Malikzada Manzoor Ahmad.

era,which was ruled by legendary Urdu poets and writers such as Khwaja Ahmad Abbas, Kunwar Mahindra Singh and Kaifi Azmi among others. His death is a great loss to Urdu literature. I will express my sentiments by saying....

Chal diye tum bhi likhkar payare se ashaar...Gunjenge ye tarane har simt baar baar…,” Mustafa Darwesh, a local poet who works as AGM, International Group of Companies, said.

“Malikzada was a true asset to Urdu literature. As a scholar, novelist, teacher and poet, his

Personal loss Mohammad Osama Rawat, general manager of Oriental Pharmacy, said, “The death of Dr Malikzada is personal loss to me. Some of his early literary works were compiled at my home in the company of my father, who was his childhood friend. Apart from his love for Urdu literature, I admired his honesty, simplicity, human values and love for the underprivileged in our society.”

Malikzada, who died at 94, was a poet, critic, and composer, in addition to being an anchor,and educationist.

He anchored his first All India DCM Mushaira organised at Red Fort in Delhi when he was still pursuing his bachelor’s degree.

His books include College Girl, 1954 (Novel), Urdu ka Mas’laa, and 1957 (Monograph), in addition to Shahr-e-Sukhan, 1961 (Poetry), Abul Kalam Azad: Fikr-o-Fan, and 1964.

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Al Wuqba in wilayat of Yanqul has immense tourism potential Al Wuqba is also characterised by many heritage sites and cultural landmarks, such as old houses, which are still proud to this day about their beauty and the craftsmanship of their marvellous Omani architecture

YANQUL: Al Wuqba village in the Wilayat of Yanqul in the Governorate of A’Dhahirah is one of the many beautiful towns and villages in the wilayat, to which it owes its attractive tourism potential.

It is situated about 38 kilometres away from the centre of the wilayat.

The town is also located be-

tween majestic mountains within the Western Al Hajar Mountains range.

It is a mountainous town that links the Governorate of A’Dhahirah with several other governorates and the Sohar Industrial Port, along with some wilayats, villages and regions.

The Town of Al Wuqba is one

of the most beautiful tourist stations, where there are many valleys that witness an active tourist mobility. Mountain caves spread in the mountain peaks, which attract many mountain climbers, who can also see the headwaters that come into existence after the flooding of valleys.

Heritage sites Al Wuqba is also characterised by many heritage sites and cultural landmarks, such as old houses, which are still proud to this day about their beauty and the craftsmanship of their marvellous Omani architecture.

The old neighbourhood in the highlands of Al Wuqba town is also an eyewitness to the history and culture of the town, which tells part of the history of the region through engineering construction and design.

These neighbourhoods are built

C U LT U R A L I D E N T I T Y

Ministry protects Omani costumes from deformities Times News Service MUSCAT: In cooperation with the craft industry, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry is working on two standard specific projects for Dishdasha and Omani Kema.

As the ministry seeks to protect the Omani costumes from deformities and to maintain the Omani identity, and in execution of the third article in the ministerial decision number 70/2015, banning import of some goods. It states that the import, designing the Omani traditional clothes or transgressing it, or modifying anything in it that harms the Omani identity, is banned.

The Directorate General of specifications and standards, through the circle of specification, worked on two specifications and standards projects for the national traditional costume for men, represented in Omani Dishdasha and Omani Kema, OMANI IDENTITY: For “the standard specification for the Omani to maintain them as one of the Dishdasha”, the ministry has paid many field visits while working means of Omani identity, and to on this project. – Supplied photo protect them from any inputs that shall transgress this identity, in cooperation with the general au- ject, to many of experienced Dish- Sultanate provinces, and the feadasha makers, and they hear from tures of every type. thority for craft industry.

As for “the standard specifica- the elder to define the means used Now the project in its final tion for the Omani Dishdasha”, in Dishdasha parts. Specifica- stage, and hopefully, it will have the ministry has paid many field tions project turned to Omani its credence as specific standard visits while working on this pro- Dishdasha types, according to before the end of 2016.

N I Z WA

Workshop to be held on heritage accommodation Times News Service MUSCAT: A preparatory meeting was held by the Ministry of Tourism with different government bodies on Sunday as a precursor for the upcoming workshop on heritage accommodation, to be held in the second week of May in Nizwa.

The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Culture and Heritage, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Ministry of Regional Municipalities and Water Resources, the Royal Oman Police, Public Authority for Civil Defence and Ambulance, Public Authority for SME Development (Riyada) and the Oman Chamber of Commerce.

Held at the Cultural Centre in Nizwa, the introductory meeting discussed the main goals behind the heritage accommodation initiative to understand the requirements of each body for the purpose of licensing.

The meeting was also aimed to clarify any doubts that the parties may have about easing the application process.

This meeting was also meant as a step towards preparing for the main workshop on Heritage Accommodation that will take place on May 9 at Nizwa. The workshop will highlight various kinds of unique accommodation that are available in Oman.

of stone, locally known as Omani “Sarooj” and date-palm trunks.

The town is famous for growing many trees and crops, including palm trees, and seasonal crops, such as oranges, mangoes, apples, melons, cherries, strawberries, pomegranates and grapes.

Farmers in the Al Wuqba town also grow citrus fruits and vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, black pepper, wheat, barley, lettuce, parsley, garlic, onions, squash, and other species.

Date palms Nasser bin Saif Al Zaidi, director of the Agricultural Development Department in Al Wuqba, explained that the area planted with date palms in the town is estimated to be 400 acres, and that the estimated area planted with mango, lemon, grapes, figs and orange crops is about 50 acres, while the estimated area of some other

crops, such as apples, guava, garlic, onions, cabbage, tomatoes, cucumbers is about 20 acres.

Al Zaidi added that there are agricultural crops, such as wheat, barley and some types of pulses that are planted over an area of 100 acres. He pointed out that there are about 30 green houses in the town.

Traditional irrigation Al Wuqba is also famous for several aflaj or traditional irrigation system or water channels, which irrigate orchards and crops in the town.

They flow after the flooding of valleys on the mountain peaks, such as Falaj Al Aqool, Falaj Al Baidhaa, Falaj Al Hail, Falaj Hail Al Najdan, Falaj Al Mahdooth and Falaj Hail Bin Omran.

The town is an active commercial and economic meeting ground, situated between the Governorate

of A’Dhahirah and the Governorate of North Al Batinah.

Sohar and Saham The road from Yanqul to Al Wuqba extends to the wilayats of Sohar and Saham.

The town cuts the distance between the Governorate of A’Dhahirah and the wilayats of the Governorate of North Al Batinah, as well as the Governorate of Al Buraimi across the road linking Hail Al Khanabsha, Qumaira village with the Wilayat of Dhank to the Governorate of Al Buraimi. It is a modern road constructed according to the highest standards. -ONA

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REGION Iraq forces fire tear gas after protesters storm Green Zone On Saturday hundreds of supporters of cleric Moqtada Al Sadr stormed into the fortified area of Baghdad and entered parliament

BAGHDAD: Iraqi security forces fired tear gas and bullets into the air in an effort to stop more supporters of cleric Moqtada al-Sadr from entering Baghdad’s fortified Green Zone, sources in the police and Sadr’s office said on Saturday.

SWAT troops and presidential guard forces were trying to keep the protesters from crossing a bridge close to the US embassy compound, the Sadrist source said.

Earlier, hundreds of supporters of cleric Moqtada Al Sadr stormed into Baghdad’s Green Zone and entered parliament on Saturday after Sadr denounced politicians’ failure to reform a political quota system blamed for rampant corruption.

The protesters, who had gathered outside the heavily fortified district housing government buildings and many foreign embassies, crossed a bridge over the Tigris River chanting slogans against departing lawmakers.

There were no reports of clashes with security forces. But an army special forces unit was dispatched with armoured vehicles to protect sensitive sites, two security officials said. No curfew has been imposed, they said.

All entrances of Baghdad were shut “as a precautionary measure to maintain the capital’s security,” another security official said.

A United Nations spokesman and Western diplomats based inside the Green Zone said their compounds were locked down. A US embassy spokesman denied reports of evacuation.

Earlier in the day, a suicide bomber drove a truck loaded with three tonnes of explosives into a gathering of Shi’ite pilgrims in the southeastern Baghdad suburb of Nahrawan, killing 19 people and wounding 48 others in an attack claimed by the ultra-hardline militants.

Breach Sharqiya TV showed Prime Minister Haider Al Abadi walking inside the Green Zone with dozens of armed guards following the breach, discrediting reports he had fled. Protesters later entered the nearby cabinet headquarters.

Such a breach is unprecedented, though only a few years ago

CHAOS: Followers of Iraq’s cleric Moqtada Al Sadr are seen in the parliament building as they storm Baghdad’s Green Zone after law-

makers failed to convene for a vote on overhauling the government, in Iraq on Saturday, April 30, 2016. — Reuters

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RUN AMOK: Followers of Iraq’s cleric Moqtada Al Sadr are seen in the parliament building as they storm Baghdad’s Green Zone, in Iraq on Saturday. — Reuters

mortars frequently rained down on the 10-square-kilometre Green Zone, which once housed the headquarters of the US occupation and before that a palace belonging to Saddam Hussein.

Checkpoints and concrete barriers have blocked bridges and highways leading to the neighbourhood for years, symbolising the isolation of Iraq’s leadership from its people.

Video showed protesters attacking a white, armoured SUV with sticks and other objects on Saturday. In separate footage, they

beat a man wearing a grey suit.

Sources in Sadr’s office said several Kurdish deputies who had been holed up inside parliament were evacuated by a Sadrist MP in his motorcade.

A Kurdish peshmerga guard at a checkpoint said the protesters surged in after security forces pulled back from an external checkpoint in an unsuccessful effort to secure parliament. They had not been searched before entering the Green Zone, he said.

About ten members of the armed group loyal to Sadr were

checking protesters cursorily as government security forces who usually conduct careful searches with bomb-sniffing dogs stood by the side, a Reuters witness said.

Thousands more protesters remained at the gates chanting “Peaceful!”. Some stood atop concrete blast walls that form the district’s outer barrier.

A Sadr spokesman told Reuters the cleric called on supporters to evacuate parliament and set up tents outside.

“Negotiations are ongoing between security and government

officials and protesters’ representatives to make sure their demands are met,” said Sheikh Muhanad Al Gharrawi.

President Fuad Massoum called on protesters to leave parliament but added: “Burying the regime of party and sectarian quotas cannot be delayed.”

Inside parliament hundreds of protesters danced, waved Iraqi flags and chanted pro-Sadr slogans. Some appeared to be breaking furniture.

Rudaw TV showed them chanting and taking pictures of themselves inside the main chamber where moments earlier lawmakers had met.

Parliament failed to reach quorum earlier on Saturday to complete voting on a cabinet reshuffle proposed by Abadi after a handful of ministers were approved on Tuesday despite disruptions by dissenting lawmakers. Political parties have resisted Abadi’s efforts to replace some ministers — chosen to balance Iraq’s divisions along party, ethnic and sectarian lines - with technocrats in order to combat corruption.

Supporters of Sadr, whose fighters once ran swathes of Baghdad and helped defend the capital from IS in 2014, have been demonstrating in Baghdad for weeks, responding to their leader’s call to put pressure on Abadi to follow through on months-old reform promises. — Reuters

M A J O R I T Y U N L I K E LY

Moderates make modest gains in Iran’s run-off election DUBAI: Politicians allied to President Hassan Rouhani came out strongest in a second round of parliamentary elections in Iran, early results showed on Saturday, but his moderate faction appeared unlikely to clinch an overall majority.

If confirmed, the results suggest Iran’s next parliament will be more supportive of Rouhani’s drive for economic reforms, but conservatives will remain a powerful force and could limit the prospects for social change.

Iranians voted on Friday for 68 seats where no candidate had won decisively in the first round.

Rouhani’s allies made significant gains in that vote, held in February, ending conservative dominance of the 290-seat assembly.

Rouhani, who came to power in 2013 on a pledge to end Iran’s global isolation, has seen his support increase since reaching a nuclear deal with world powers last year, which resulted in the lifting of international sanctions in January.

The ISNA news agency said 34 “reformists” had won seats, referring to Rouhani’s allies, along with 22 independent candidates and just seven conservatives.

Counting was still going on for five seats.

All the results must be approved the Guardian Council, a vetting body. An unofficial Reuters tally of first-round results showed moderates won about 90 seats, conservatives 112, and independents 29.

The figures are approximate because Iran does not have rigid party affiliations and some candidates were backed by both camps.

— Reuters

EGYPT

237 activists put on trial for protests against Sisi CAIRO: Egypt put on trial 237 activists arrested for protesting against President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi, judicial sources said on Saturday, the first court cases after demonstrations this month.

Thousands angered by Sisi’s decision to hand over two islands to Saudi Arabia called on April 15 for his government to fall in the largest demonstration since the former army general took office in 2014. Security forces dispersed a second protest. Security forces had arrested at least 382 people, Human Rights Watch said in a report this week.

Three years jail The 237 appeared in four courts in Cairo and Giza suburb charged with demonstrating without permits, the sources said. The sessions were adjourned.

They face jail terms of up to three years if convicted. — Reuters

C I V I L WA R

Al Qaeda militants confirms retreat from Yemeni port city of Mukalla DOHA: Yemen’s Al Qaeda branch on Saturday confirmed it had withdrawn from the Yemeni seaport of Mukalla a week after government and Emirati soldiers seized the city used by extremist militants to amass a fortune amid the chaos of civil war.

Al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula (AQAP) said it had retreated from the port on Yemen’s south coast to save it from destruction and that a handful of its fighters had been killed.

“We only withdrew to prevent the enemy from moving the battle to your homes, markets, roads and mosques,” the group said in a rare statement posted on Twitter.

Yemeni, Emirati troops Around 2,000 Yemeni and Emirati troops advanced into Mukalla last Sunday, local officials and residents said, taking control of its maritime port and airport and meeting little resistance.

Mukalla has been the centre of a rich mini-state along the Arabi-

ers, though Mukalla residents told Reuters the number appeared unlikely and the group withdrew largely without a fight.

Government and Emirati forces based in Aden, about 40km (25 miles) away, have been mounting a ground push against towns held

by Al Qaeda along Yemen’s coast.

DIRE STRAITS: A man and his sons stand at a flooded camp for

internally displaced people in the Dhanah area of the central province of Marib, Yemen, on Saturday. — Reuters

an Sea coastline that AQAP built up over the past year as it exploited conflict between government loyalists backed by a Gulf Arab coalition and Houthi rebels.

“The coalition bombed an electricity plant and a food market

that the Mujahideen recently built and a petrol station... that resulted in the killing of tens of Muslims,” the statement said.

The Gulf Arab coalition said its offensive had killed 800 al Qaeda fighters and several lead-

Into exile The lightning advance is a shift in strategy for the Saudi-led coalition forces, which for over a year have focused their firepower on the Houthis who had seized the capital Sanaa and driven the government into exile.

The civil war has killed more than 6,200 people, displaced more than 2.5 million people and caused a humanitarian catastrophe in one of the world’s poorest countries.

AQAP has sought to carve out a quasi-state last year offering to export 2 million barrels of oil with the approval of Yemen’s government, which refused. — Reuters

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NEW DELHI: The fifth and penultimate phase of West Assembly polls in 53 constituencies on Saturday recorded a voter turnout of 78.25 per cent and polling was peaceful, even as FIRs were registered against two Presiding Officers and a TMC candidate for alleged intimidation of voters and for helping a particular party.

EC’s Deputy Election Commissioner and in-charge of West Bengal, Sandeep Saxena told a press conference that, “based on SMSbased information from polling officers, at 5pm the voter turnout in fifth phase was 78.25 per cent.”

This is against 82.77 per cent final voting recorded during the 2011 assembly elections in the three districts of Hoogly, Kolkata South district and South 24-Parganas, that went to polls on Saturday.

In 2014 Parliamentary elections, the said area recorded a polling percentage of 80.22 per cent. “Three FIRs have also been registered in an otherwise peaceful polls and 17 arrests have been made so far and more arrests are likely,” he said.

An FIR was registered against Sonali Guha, the Trinamool Congress candidate from Satgach-

EXERCISING FRANCHISE: Voters show their identity cards before casting votes at a polling station

in Hooghly during fifth phase of State Assembly polls on Saturday.

hia assembly constituency, for allegedly intimidating voters by instructing her polling agents to shoo away the voters of opposite candidate. Another FIR was registered against presiding officers in Tarkeshwar and Arambagh, for allegedly helping a particular candidate and party.

Polling peaceful “By and large polling was held smoothly, while some incidents of intimidation of voters were reported, which were immediately addressed to,” Saxena said.

He said police forces were very active during Saturday’s polls and crude bomb was also detected by them. Election Commission had taken some “very effective measures” for this fifth phase of polling, that included night patrolling by central police forces, additional nakas in the three districts, especially during night time to help

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avoid entry of outsiders into the constituencies, the Deputy Election Commissioner said.

Besides, he said, the international border in 24 Paranans district was also sealed to stop infiltration and the borders were effectively sealed from both river and road fronts.

Saxena said a total of 1,763 control and ballot units were used during these polls, in which Voter Verified Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) was also used. A total of 6,140 arms were also deposited in the area against a total of 7,863 weapons in the three districts. The EC officials said for ensuring a peaceful poll, a total of 10,210 non-bailable warrants

BRIBERY CONTROVERSY

Sonia, Rahul owe explanation on chopper deal, says Prasad

GARNERING SUPPORT: BJP leader & Union IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad releasing the party’s

propaganda CD for the Assembly polls, in Chennai on Saturday. The party’s State President Tamilisai Sounderrajan and National Execuitive Member La Ganesan are also seen. - PTI

CHENNAI: Targeting Congress leadership on the AgustaWestland bribery controversy, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad on Saturday said Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi owed an explanation as all “decisions and manipulations in tenders were done during” the United Progressive Alliance regime.

“Now things are coming out as to how the entire fundamentals were changed for AgustaWestland, (how) the tenders were changed. The Congress party must reply, Madam Sonia Gandhi must reply, Rahul Gandhi must reply,” he told reporters here.

Referring to former defence minister A. K.Anthony’s remarks that the Modi government should punish the bribe takers if there was evidence, the IT minister said the agencies were probing the matter.

He also alleged that ‘middleman’ Christian Michel was “allowed to flee” after Central Bureau of Investigation started its preliminary inquiry in February 2013 just like Ottavio Quattrochi leaving India during the Bofors scandal.

Prasad asked Sonia “to please explain who were the bribe takers because all the decisions, manipulations in tenders were

done when the UPA government was there.”

The NDA government was committed to a fair investigation into the matter and bring to book those “who have done this great corruption and brought shame to the country,” he said.

Slammimg Congress and its ally Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam(DMK) on the 2G scam, Prasad said scams like coal auction and AgustaWestland “keep tumbling” out with “alarming regularity.”

Investigation He said the investigation into the AgustaWestland deal started after the Narendra Modi government came to power at the Centre, and former National Security Adviser M.K. Narayanan and former governor of Goa B. V. Wanchoo, “were questioned only after we came to power.”

He also sought to ‘remind’ Congress that the proof in this case “has come in Italy,” in an apparent reference to the conviction of Finmeccanica’s former chief Giuseppe Orsi to 4.5 years in jail for corruption in the deal relating to sale of 12 VVIP choppers to India.

Prasad said there were no charges of corruption against his party-led government. “We can say proudly that our government

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has conducted itself with great honesty and transparency,” he said. To a question on Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleging a scam in Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation (GSPC) on gas exploration, Prasad said the former environment minister “keeps raising such issues”.

“The larger issue is can Jairam Ramesh point out any impropriety or corruption in our two-year government,” he asked.

Asked about his cabinet colleague Piyush Goyal’s Tamil Nadu Chief Minister “Jayalalithaa is inaccessible” remark, the minister said, “I don’t think this is a big issue in” the state.

“We as Central Ministers keep visiting the entire country. We may be able to meet Chief Ministers or not but that is not the issue at all. That should not become a political issue at all,” he said.

The real issues were corruption, “too well-known” in the All India Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam(AIDMK) rule, lack of growth and unemployment, he said.

The BJP was fighting both AIADMK and DMK and a ‘beacon of hope’ among corruption, he claimed.

Earlier, Prasad released the party’s propaganda song for the May 16 Assembly elections. - PTI

- PTI

were executed during elections and 2,622 anti-social elements were rounded up.

During searches to ensure money power is not used for influencing voters, a total of Rs13.3 million was seized along with 374 illegal arms and 714 ammunition.

In Saturday’s polls, a total of 1.24 electors exercised their franchise, including 6.38 million male voters and 6.04 million female voters, besides 198 third gender electors.

A total of 349 candidates were in the fray for Saturday’s polls, that were held in 14,642 polling stations at 8,313 locations. Referring to poll percentage, Saxena said the two parts of Phase I saw 84.22 and 83.73 per cent voter turnout, while phase 2 witnessed 83.05 per cent voting and phase 3 saw 82.28 per cent voting. Phase 4 of polls recorded a voter turnout of 81.25 per cent. - PTI

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Congress targets PM over degree row NEW DELHI: Congress on Saturday took a dig at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the issue of his educational qualification saying his government was a “habitual offender” on the matter.

“If the prime minister himself is seeking to hide his educational qualifications, then how could common man have the confidence to use the RTI as a tool to fight corruption,” party’s chief spokesman Randeep Singh Surjewala said when asked about the CIC’s direction to universities in Delhi and Gujarat to provide proper responses to RTI applications seeking details of education qualification of the prime minister.

Recalling the degree row in which Human Resource Development Minister Smriti Irani was involved, he noted that a court case is also on in the matter. Insisting that the Congress respected the prime minister despite being his opponent, Surjewala, however, said if the prime minister “himself hides

his degrees, then how could be the Right to Information be defended”.

He said that not only should the prime minister make public his educational qualifications, but he should also “act against those in the PMO who attempted to malign him by not giving the information”.

He alleged that other BJP leaders too have “misled” on their educational qualifications and that they were “habitual offenders”.

Surjewala’s remarks came close on the heels of the Central Information Commission giving direction to the universities of Delhi and Gujarat to provide proper responses to RTI applications seeking details of education qualification of the prime minister. The CIC’s order came a day after Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal wrote a letter to CIC saying he does not object to government records about him being made public and wondered why the Commission wants to “hide” information on Modi’s educational qualification. - PTI

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The Adarsh Housing Society is constructed on a prime plot of land in Colaba here. It was meant for Kargil war widows and defence personnels

‘ WA L K O F H O P E ’

Youths of Valley want to forget past, move ahead for peace: Ali SRINAGAR: The youths of Indian-administered-Kashmir want to forget the past and move ahead in search of peace and better life, a peace activist, who claims to have walked from Kanyakumari to the Valley, said on Saturday.

“The Kashmiri youths who we met during our short stay here want to forget the past. They want bygones to be bygones and move ahead in search of peace and better life,” Mumtaz Ali told reporters after the conclusion of his 474-day which started from Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu.

The 67-year-old said “average

Kashmiri” people were good, but needed help, love, and affection to move forward.

Peace and unity “Our message is peace and unity of humanity,” he said.

The peace activist, who claims to have met over 1 million people during his 7,500-km march through 11 states, said he would like to visit Kashmir again and meet the youths from interiors of the city which often witnesses violent protests.

“Violence is not a solution to any problem. All issues can be resolved

peacefully by understanding each other,” he said.

Ali said the antidote to Kashmir’s problems lies with its people, adding no one can bring solutions from outside. Contrary to warnings about the situation in the state, Ali said he and his group have been welcomed by people from all walks of life. “This walk is not the end of the mission. There will be follow up to it to find out where we can help,” he said.

The first edition of the Walk of Hope covered states like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh,

Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and Jammu and Kashmir, he said.

“The walk we completed did not include eastern and northeastern parts of our nation. The next edition is envisaged to start from Kanyakumari and proceed along those areas,” he said.

Apolitical mission Ali said his mission was apolitical and he has not taken any funding from the corporate houses. “It is the small contributions by people that has made this mission possible,” he said.- PTI

BRIEFING: Social reformer Mumtaz Ali Khan, popularly known

as Sri M addressing a press conference after culmination of his 474-day pan-India ‘Walk of Hope’ from Kanyakumari to Kashmir, in Srinagar on Saturday. - PTI

Pranab Mukherjee pitches for closer ties with New Zealand efit of our growth potential, we have to overcome infrastructure bottlenecks, improve the quality of labour force by educating as well as skilling them appropriately and ensure better health standards. The government is working on this and has launched a number of initiatives such as Make in India, improving the Ease of Doing Business,” he said.

President Pranab Mukherjee spoke about the importance being attached by India to the Pacific region which he termed as a ‘natural extension of our immediate neighbourhood of South East Asia’ AUCKLAND: With India’s ‘Look East’ policy evolving into ‘Act East’, President Pranab Mukherjee has pitched for closer ties with WARM GREETINGS: President Pranab Mukherjee shakes hands with Lieutenant General Sir Jerry New Zealand and said the region Mateparae, the Governor General of New Zealand at a meeting at Government House in Auckland on has gained even “greater salience” Saturday. - PTI in New Delhi’s strategic thinking and economic engagement.

The president, who arrived trade and investment as well as that exports to India have fallen also have significant strengths here on a maiden three-day state people to people contacts,” he said since 2011 from $900 million to which could benefit India,” he said.

Asked what significant change visit, spoke about the importance in the interview with the newspa- $637 million in 2015. Both counbeing attached by India to the per, which, however, focused on tries had 10 rounds of negotia- was witnessed in India during his presidency, Mukherjee said Pacific region which he termed Free Trade Agreement and quoted tions on FTA. On his visit to New Zealand, an important change was seen as a “natural extension of our im- New Zealand Prime Minister John mediate neighbourhood of South Key as saying that their country the first by an Indian leader since when the electorate of the counprime minister Rajiv Gandhi’s try “freed” governance from the wants advancement on FTA. East Asia”. visit to this country in 1986, the “compulsion of coalition politics”.

“With our ‘Look East’ policy “One of the big achievements president listed many commonevolving into an ‘Act East’ policy, Opportunity the region has gained even greater Other media reports quoted the alities between the two countries. of the last two years has also been salience in our strategic think- Kiwi Prime Minister as saying “And, of course, we should never to tackle the problem of corruping and economic engagement. that the visit of the Indian presi- forget that cricket - followed so tion. To this end, the government Most of India’s foreign trade flows dent will be a good opportunity avidly in our two countries - is a has transparently and through through the sea lanes of the Indi- to continue to talk trade and “dis- strong binding force at a people- an open process, auctioned major public assets such as coal and to-people level,” he said. an and the Pacific Oceans. These cuss where we’re going”.

He said India’s large and ex- spectrum,” he said.

“India has demographics very lanes also bring us the bulk of our “India is today the fastest growenergy - be it oil, gas or coal,” he similar to China,” he said, but add- panding middle class, critical said in an interview to a local daily ed that “we do a lot less business infrastructure and natural re- ing economy amongst the large with India than we do with China, source requirements, expanding economies of the world. This The New Zealand Herald.

Mukherjee, who becomes the and a lot less business with India economic and commercial pres- achievement is particularly refirst president to travel to New relative to the size of the economy ence in South-East Asia and close markable as this has been achieved Zealand, arrived here on Saturday in India, so we’re keen to really ties with Asia Pacific countries in the face of global headwinds and morning and was received by offi- push that closer economic coop- provide tremendous scope for in- a second consecutive year of betensifying bilateral economic and low normal rainfall,” he said. cials. He was later accorded a cer- eration at some point.”

He said the reform initiatives In 2011, the New Zealand Prime commercial ties. emonial reception at the Governor “New Zealand has strong exper- of the government along with its General’s House which included a Minister launched the NZ Inc Intraditional rubbing of nose gently dia Strategy, a plan for India to be- tise in areas such as agriculture, commitment to calibrated fiscal with New Zealand Governor Gen- come a core trade, economic and food processing, high-end manu- management and consolidation political partner for New Zealand. facturing, disaster management bode well for growth prospects eral Sir Jerry Mateparae.

“I believe, this region holds tre- The newspaper quoted Trade of- etc, which is of interest to India. and the overall macroeconomic mendous potential for enhanced ficials of New Zealand as saying Its tourism and education sectors situation. “To reap the fullest ben-

Foreign Direct Investment “We have undertaken a major programme of opening up our economy to FDI and the entire economy is now open to foreign business. Given the growth potential, a booming consumer market and skilled workforce, India is one of the most preferred FDI destinations in the world. We have now displaced China as the world’s largest destination for FDI,” he said.

The president listed elimination of poverty remains among the challenges being faced by India.

“We are not satisfied with mere poverty alleviation. We have committed ourselves to the goal of poverty elimination. We firmly believe that the first claim on development belongs to the poor and, therefore, we are focusing our attention on those who need the basic necessities of life most urgently.”

He said employment generation is critical to achieve lasting reduction in poverty. “Climate change is a serious challenge for India. Our agriculture, water resources, and disease environment will be affected by climate change. That is why, for us cooperation on climate change is so important. We played a leading role in the COP-21 negotiations at Paris. We have ambitious plans to build capacity in renewable resources such as solar.

“Between now and 2030, we intend to re-write history by not only growing rapidly but also reducing the emission intensity of our GDP by 33 to 35 per cent compared to 2005. He said New Zealand has become a favourite destination for Indian movie makers.

“Connectivity remains an issue but this will be addressed to an extent with the planned signing of a bilateral Air Services Agreement between our two countries during my visit. I foresee that we are on the threshold of a far closer people to people relationship between our two peoples than we have ever seen.” he said. - PTI

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SPELLING OUT: Former Uttarakhand CM Harish Rawat addressing a press conference in Dehradun on Saturday. - PTI

‘CD of sting testifies conspiracy to topple elected government’ DEHRADUN: Deposed chief minister of the north Indian state of Uttarakhand, Harish Rawat on Saturday asked Governor K. K. Paul to take cognisance of a sting operation video against him, claiming it carries enough evidence to prove there was a “criminal conspiracy” by BJP and Congress “backstabbers” to topple an elected government.

Rawat said he has been ready for any probe from day one as he knows he is innocent but the “socalled sting CD should be investigated in entirety and not in bits and pieces.”

The CBI has initiated its preliminary investigations into the sting operation in which Rawat was purportedly seen talking to middlemen in a bid to strike a deal with rebel Congress MLAs. The agency questioned the journalist allegedly involved in the sting operation at its headquarters in New Delhi on Friday as part of its preliminary enquiry.

Alleging that the reputation of the journalist who made the CD has always been under suspicion, Rawat said a close analysis of the content of the CD in totality puts it beyond doubt that there was a “criminal conspiracy jointly hatched by BJP and Congress backstabbers” to topple an elected government in Uttarakhand.

Reading out transcripts of the CD as it appeared on social media at a press conference here, Rawat said names of Vijay Bahuguna, Saket Bahuguna and Kailash Vijayvargiya had been mentioned in the CD as people involved in the plot to throw him out of power. - PTI

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Five killed in Mumbai BJP wants FIR against guilty in Adarsh scam building collapse MUMBAI: At least five people were killed and three others injured, at least one critically, when a partially-occupied building undergoing repairs came crashing down here on Saturday afternoon, officials said.

According to BMC Disaster Control, the three-storied Sattar Building in the congested Grant Road area’s 14th Kamathipura Lane in south Mumbai came crashing down around 2 p.m., trapping several people.

The fire brigade managed to rescue five people from under the debris while a search is on to find and extricate any others feared trapped under the rubble of the old structure. The injured have been rushed to Nair Hospital and Sir J.J. Hospital for treatment where the condition of one is reported as “critical”.Two other victims were declared dead at Nair Hospital and

TRAGEDY: Crowd gather near

a building that collapsed at Kamathipura in Mumbai on Saturday. - PTI

another three were pronounced dead at Sir J.J. Hospital.

At least 10 fire tenders and other rescue agencies are engaged in the relief operations at the site. Grieving family members of some of the victims alleged that the building was being shoddily repaired by the agencies concerned which could have led to the collapse. - IANS

MUMBAI: The Bombay High Court order to demolish the 31-storey Adarsh apartments continued to evoke strong political reactions with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Saturday demanding that the Maharashtra Government lodge an FIR against the guilty while the Congress accused the ruling party of playing “vindictive politics” over the issue.

State Congress Chief Ashok Chavan, who had to resign as chief minister in 2010 after coming under a cloud over the scam, maintained that he would react only after studying the verdict.

“We have not seen the court order. It would not be proper for me to comment before seeing the actual judgement,” Chavan said.

Stepping up the offensive, BJP Mumbai unit chief Ashish Shelar wanted the state government led by his party to file FIR against the guilty. “The ramifications of the case which involves cheating are wide. The role of politicians who

helped their relatives obtain flats in the controversial Adarsh society needs to be probed,” Shelar told reporters here.

“Some people had benefited in the scam and so we want an FIR to be registered first and not just re-inquiry,” he said.

Putting up a brave front, Congress spokesperson Sachin Sawant said the ruling party should first answer what action has it taken on Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu and BJP Rajya Sabha member Ajay Sanchethi’s relatives who have flats in the society.

“It was our Government when Jairam Ramesh was the Environment minister that ordered the demolition of the society. The BJP is indulging in vindictive politics and playing with the Constitution and they will be taught a lesson through the constitutional means,” Sawant said.

The Bombay High Court had on Friday ordered demolition of the

Adarsh apartments at Colaba in the heart of Mumbai and sought criminal proceedings against politicians and bureaucrats for “misuse” of powers, holding that the tower was illegally constructed.

Shelar said it was after the BJPled government took over in 2014 that Governor Ch Vidyasagar Rao granted CBI permission to prosecute the guilty, Shelar said.

The role of the officials of Mumbai civic body (MCGM) and those in the state government should also be investigated,he said.

“An inquiry will reveal everything but we demand that the government first file an FIR,” Shelar added. The Adarsh Housing Society is constructed on a prime plot of land in Colaba here. It was meant for Kargil war widows and defence personnels. However, politicians, bureaucrats and military officers allegedly conspired to bend rules and obtained flats for themselves or for relatives at below-the-market rates. - PTI

BONE OF CONTENTION: A view of the 31-storey Adarsh Housing Society building complex located at Colaba in Mumbai. - PTI

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enya is about to destroy its entire stockpile of elephant ivory. More than 100 metric tons of “white gold” – both illegally harvested (confiscated from poachers or traders) and naturally accruing (from natural mortality) – will go up in smoke this weekend. In China – where the majority of the world’s ivory is consumed or stockpiled – the recently reported price is $1,100 per kilogram, putting the total value of the material to be burned at roughly $110 million. To most economists, the idea of destroying something with so much value is anathema. But there are good reasons for a country – even one as poor as Kenya – to surrender its ivory wealth to the flames.

For starters, stockpile destruction fortifies the credibility of demand-reduction campaigns in East Asia, without which the poaching problem will never be solved. Demand reduction aims to weaken the market for the product by changing consumer tastes. As prices drop, so does the incentive for poachers to kill elephants.

When countries keep their stockpiles, however, they signal that they anticipate being able to sell ivory in the future. This undermines the credibility of demand-reduction efforts; if the trade is likely to be legalised one day, any stigma associated with ivory consumption will be eroded.

Proponents of a regulated, legal international ivory trade argue that demand-reduction efforts can coexist with a limited legitimate supply. But this line of reasoning has a dangerous weakness: It assumes that a legal cartel – one proposed model for regulating supply – would crowd out illegal suppliers by providing ivory to the market at a lower cost.

This assumption is dubious at best. The quantities traded through a legal mechanism would be insufficient to flood the market and suppress the price.

Indeed, with legalised trade undermining demand-reduction efforts, the price of ivory is likely to remain high, ensuring that poaching continues.

Some southern African countries argue that they should be allowed to sell their ivory in CITESpermitted, one-off sales to fund conservation efforts aimed at maintaining healthy elephant populations. But, aside from the low probability in some countries that the revenue would be directed to that end, it is not clear that much money would be made. Under CITES regulations, governments are

permitted to sell only to other governments. But what other governments are willing to pay may be as low as one-tenth of the illicit value. And even then, governments can sell only naturally accrued ivory, not what was confiscated from poachers or illicit dealers.

China and the United States are in the process of formulating bans on domestic ivory trade, so it is not clear which governments would be interested in purchasing African stockpiles. Vietnam and Laos are likely candidates, but they are also part of the infamous “golden triangle,” where illegal trade in wildlife and wildlife products continues to thrive. The possibility of the legal ivory trade shifting to poorly regulated markets calls for a concerted international response, spearheaded by African governments through coalitions like the Elephant Protection Initiative, together with countries such as China.

Preserving – rather than burning – stockpiles is the inefficient choice. Maintaining a stockpile is administratively and operationally expensive – and often pointless. Inventory management is labour-intensive and technologically demanding.

The ivory also must be air-conditioned to prevent the tusks from cracking or becoming brittle (important factors for attracting higher prices).

Given the low probability of being able to sell ivory in the future, the cost of storing and protecting it is unlikely to be recouped.

Meanwhile, criminal syndicates need only corrupt a handful of local officials to make off with the goods. Then there are the high opportunity costs of investment in maintaining stockpiles.

The scarce human and financial resources allocated toward stockpile management could be more efficiently directed toward landscape preservation efforts (which can become self-sustaining over time through payment for ecosystem services).

Finally, burning ivory worth millions of dollars has an undeniable symbolic impact. It sends a clear message: Ivory belongs to elephants and to no one else. And it makes clear that elephants are worth more alive than dead. - Project Syndicate

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Zardari and Bilawal run PPP with various names PPP’s last term in centre through an amendment in Political Parties Order 2002.

Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) recent report says former president Asif Ali Zardari and his son Bilawal Bhutto Zardari head two different political parties with

ELATED: Asif Ali Zardari and his son Bilawal Bhutto Zardari have

been leading their groups without any intra-party polls. – File photo

separately located headquarters

ISLAMABAD: A majority of people may regard it as a single political entity but the Election Commission of Pakistan’s (ECP) recent report says former president Asif Ali Zardari and his son Bilawal Bhutto Zardari head two different political parties with separately located headquarters.

An updated list of political parties compiled by the ECP shows that Zardari is president of the Pakistan Peoples Party-Parliamentarians (PPPP), the parliamentary faction of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP), whose patron in chief is Bilawal Bhutto.

The PPPP’s head office is located in Islamabad’s G-6/4 sector while Zardari House in F-8 sector is the headquarters of Bilawal-led PPP, according to the documents submitted to the ECP.

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Pakistan and China upbeat over Afghan peace prospects

BOOSTING TIES: The announcement came after a meeting

between China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Prime Minister’s Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz in Beijing on Friday. -File photo

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and China will continue to work closely with Afghanistan’s government to bring about peace and stability in the war-torn country, despite President Ashraf Ghani’s recent statement that Kabul will no longer seek Islamabad’s help in the reconciliation process.

The announcement came after a meeting between China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Prime Minister’s Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz in Beijing on Friday.

Aziz is in China to attend the 5th foreign ministers’ meeting of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA). He met the Chinese minister on the fringes of the summit.

The two top diplomats reviewed bilateral ties and exchanged views on regional and international developments, including the current situation in Afghanistan, a statement issued

by Pakistan’s Foreign Office said.

It added that there was “complete convergence of views between the two sides on regional and international developments.”

“It was agreed that Pakistan and China will continue to work closely with the Afghan government in its efforts to bring peace and stability in Afghanistan,” said the FO statement.

“In this context, the two sides recognised the importance of promoting the Quadrilateral Consultative Group (QCG) in facilitating an Afghan-led and Afghan-owned reconciliation process.”

Commitment The statement came at a time when relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan have once again deteriorated after the recent attack in Kabul which killed at least 64 people. In the aftermath of latest terrorist attack, Afghanistan’s President Ghani came down hard on Pakistan and said his country will no longer seek its help to

bring the Taliban to the negotiating table. Instead, Ghani asked Pakistan to honour its commitment by taking a military action against the Afghan Taliban.

Pakistan officially has so far not reacted to Ghani’s latest outburst. Officials in Islamabad said Pakistan will not indulge in any war of words with the Afghan government as such a situation would only strengthen hands of those who do not want improved ties between the two neighbours.

While recent developments including Kabul attack are seen as a major setback to the Afghan peace process, Pakistan and China have not given up yet bringing the insurgents to the negotiating table.

This week, the Afghan Taliban confirmed that its three-member delegation is currently visiting Pakistan to discuss Afghan refugees and other issues of mutual interest. Although, the Taliban statement did not say if the delegation would discuss peace efforts, sources said the primary objective of the visit was to explore the possibility of reviving the process.

While the Afghan president reminded Pakistan to honour its commitment in fighting the terror, the Chinese foreign minister was full praise of Islamabad’s action against terrorist groups.

The FO said he conveyed appreciation for sacrifices of Pakistan in countering terrorism and for its strong resolve in eliminating this menace. On bilateral relations, both Wang Yi and Aziz expressed satisfaction at the pace of progress on implementation of agreed projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). “They agreed that CPEC is an economic game changer for the region and would contribute to the objective of evolving a community of shared destiny by bringing benefits to not only Pakistan and China but to the entire region,” the statement said. - Express Tribune

Interestingly, they have been leading their groups without any intra-party polls.

Zardari, who continues to call the shots in the PPP following the assassination of his spouse and former PPP chairperson Benazir Bhutto, has another edge over his son. Being head of the faction that represents the PPP in parliament, he can get any elected PPP member disqualified in case of a breach of discipline. This power was given to the party head during the

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Amendment The amendment allowed a party head, even if he himself is not an elected member of parliament, to kick out any member of his party in case of violation of party discipline. This power rested earlier with the parliamentary leader of the party in the respective house.

The Political Parties’ Order 2002, promulgated during military ruler Pervez Musharraf’s regime, had made it binding on the political parties to hold intra-party polls and provide a list of their respective elected office-bearers.

The ordinance, which later became an act of parliament, made it compulsory for the political parties to submit details of their assets to the ECP. Under the law, only those parties are allowed to contest elections, which hold intra-party polls regularly and provide details of their party’s assets every year.

Since its enactment, the law has been flouted by almost all the mainstream political parties, thanks to the toothless election commission of the country.

In 2002 when the law was

introduced, the PPP’s lifetime chairperson Benazir Bhutto was in self-exile and Makhdoom Amin Fahim was appointed as PPPP’s president so that the party could be eligible to contest polls.

Since the incumbent prime minister, Nawaz Sharif, was also in exile, the election authorities registered the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) with Raja Zafarul Haq as its chairman.

In July 2011, the PML-N held its intra-party polls where all the office bearers were elected unopposed. Nawaz was elected the PML-N president after the party’s former acting president, Javed Hashmi, proposed Nawaz’s name and the party chairman, Raja Zafarul Haq, seconded the nomination. Apart for a few parties, there is hardly any precedent of genuine intra-party polls in any mainstream party.

They provide a list of ‘elected’ office bearers to the ECP which accepts it without verification.

Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehreeke-Insaf (PTI) tried to introduce the idea of intra-party polls. Before the last general elections, in November 2012, the PTI held intra-party polls in which Imran was elected as the chairman of the party unopposed. -Express Tribune

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Government to challenge Baldev Kumar’s assembly membership PESHAWAR: The provincial government has decided to go to court and challenge Baldev Kumar’s membership of the KhyberPakhtunkhwa Assembly.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has also announced its disassociation from Kumar, Chief Minister Pervez Khattak shared these views on the assembly floor on Friday.

Kumar has been accused of orchestrating the murder of Special Assistant to Chief Minister on Minority Affairs Sardar Soran Singh who he would succeed as he was next in line on the priority list to fill the reserved seat. The CM said the government announced it would finance the education of Singh’s children and provide them a house.

The assembly members observed a moment of silence for the slain lawmaker and paid rich tribute to his efforts to secure minority rights. “After consulting the law secretary, we will go to the court [to obtain] a stay order on Baldev Kumar’s assembly membership,” Khattak said. The prime suspect in Singh’s assassination was second on the priority list of the government to take the reserved seat for minorities which fell vacant after the murder. - Express Tribune

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SYDNEY: Australia on Friday proposed changes to simplify its anti money-laundering and terrorism financing laws, notably extending the regulations to include intermediaries and professions currently not required to report suspicious transactions.

The 84 recommendations in a statutory review published on Friday include extending the current anti-money laundering rules to encompass accountants, lawyers, real estate agents and dealers in highvalue objects such as jewellery.

The global anti-money laundering body Financial Action Task Force last year found significant gaps in Australia’s AML framework, particularly in the regulation of professional service providers such as lawyers and accountants, who are not covered by existing rules.

Friday’s recommendations would help bolster Australia’s compliance and enforcement and allow it to simplify its anti-money laundering/counter terrorism financing (AML/CTF)regulations to minimise red tape and duplication. The reforms will be progressed in two stages to prevent “regulatory fatigue,” the Justice Minister Michael Keenan said in the report. - Reuters

‘China denies Hong Kong visit request by US carrier group’ A US Navy official, who did not want to be identified, said the Chinese Foreign Ministry’s commissioner in Hong Kong conveyed Beijing’s denial of visit, saying it was ‘not convenient’ at this time

SIMMERING TENSIONS: This file handout picture from US Navy dated February 21, 2007, shows the

Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis as it conducts operations in the Gulf. China has denied the US aircraft carrier USS Stennis and accompanying naval vessels permission to make a port call in Hong Kong, a Pentagon spokesman said on Friday. - AFP /US Navy / Ronald Reeves

WASHINGTON/HONGKONG: China has denied a request for a US carrier strike group led by the USS John C. Stennis to visit to Hong Kong, the US Defence Department said on Friday, amid heightened tensions over China’s territorial claims in the South China Sea. A Pentagon spokesman, Commander Bill Urban, said a US warship, the USS Blue Ridge, was currently in Hong Kong on a port visit and the United States expected that to continue.

Urban said the request for the

Hong Kong visit by the carrier and its accompanying vessels, which have been patrolling the South China Sea, was recently denied, despite a “long track record of successful port visits to Hong Kong.”

A US Navy official, who did not want to be identified, said the Chinese Foreign Ministry’s commissioner in Hong Kong conveyed Beijing’s denial of visit, saying it was “not convenient” at this time.

China’s Foreign Ministry, in a statement sent to Reuters on Sat-

urday, did not directly provide a reason for the denial.

“On the visits of US military ships and aircraft to Hong Kong, China has always approved them on a case-by-case basis in accordance with the principle of sovereignty and the specific situation,” it said, without elaborating.

The nuclear-powered Stennis has been conducting patrols in the South China Sea, which China claims most of and where Beijing has sparked US and regional con-

cerns by building artificial islands to bolster its claims.

US Defence Secretary Ash Carter visited the Stennis while it transited the South China Sea on April 15 to underscore US concerns about the need to maintain freedom of navigation in the face of Chinese moves.

A wide range of US military vessels and aircraft have long routinely stopped in Hong Kong, a reflection of the “one country, two systems” formula under which

Britain handed the global financial hub back to China in 1997.

The visits occasionally have been suspended in periods of heightened tensions, such as after a mid-air collision between a US EP-3 surveillance plane and a Chinese plane off China’s Hainan island in 2001.

The USS Kitty Hawk aircraft carrier also was denied permission to enter Hong Kong over Thanksgiving in 2007 but was cleared to visit five months later.

The Navy official said a visit by the USS Halsey also was denied in 2014.

The United States has stressed the importance of good relations with China’s military to avoid misunderstandings and Chinese military officers are invited routinely aboard US ships during port visits, and are sometimes flown out to land on US carriers at sea.

While aboard the Stennis, Carter dismissed China’s characterization of a more robust US military presence in the region as being the cause of heightened tensions.

Washington has in turn accused China of militarizing its outposts in the South China Sea by building airstrips and other facilities.

Carter made a similar stop at the USS Theodore Roosevelt in November as it transited the South China Sea near Malaysia.

The Stennis has been on a routine deployment in the Western Pacific for more than three months, the carrier strike group’s commander, Rear Admiral Ronald Boxall, said earlier this month. - Reuters

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Afghan forces launch push against Taliban KABUL: Government forces have launched operations against the Taliban in 18 provinces of Afghanistan as fighting has intensified since the start of the insurgents’ spring offensive this month, the ministry of defence said on Saturday.

The operations, backed by air power and artillery have been concentrated in areas where the Taliban insurgents have been aggressively challenging government forces seeking to reassert control over key districts.

Eighty anti-government fighters, including nine from IS have been killed over the past 24 hours in the east, while six soldiers have been killed, a defence ministry statement said..

Spring offensive The Taliban, which has ruled out joining peace talks while foreign troops remain in Afghanistan, announced the start of its spring offensive on April 12, pledging large-scale attacks against government strongholds as well as suicide bombings and targeted assassinations.

Army chief of staff Qadam Shah Shaheem told reporters the Taliban was conducting “psychological warfare” designed to weaken morale and undermine confidence in the government but that it would not succeed.

Frustrated by a stalled peace process and by the Taliban’s growing attacks, President Ashraf Ghani has instructed the government forces to go on the offensive, security officials say. - Reuters

T H AW I N T I E S

China, Japan more upbeat on ties but challenges remain BEIJING: China and Japan both expressed a willingness to improve strained relations on Saturday after a rare meeting between their two foreign ministers in Beijing, though China said Japan should stop pushing the notion that China is a threat.

China, the world’s second-largest economy, and Japan, the thirdlargest, have a difficult political history, with ties strained by the legacy of Japan’s World War Two aggression and conflicting claims over a group of uninhabited East China Sea islets.

Relations have been thawing recently, with meetings between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, but Beijing remains deeply suspicious of Japan, particularly of moves by Abe to allow the military the right to fight overseas for

the first time since the war. Meeting at a state guest house, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida ties had fallen to a low ebb.

Bilateral relationship “We have recently seen the Japanese side repeatedly expressing its hope of improving the bilateral relationship. You have also shown your willingness to take the first step. If you come with sincerity, we welcome you,” Wang said.

“As the Chinese saying goes, we should make a judgment based on not only what people say but also what they do,” he added, at the start of the first bilateral visit by a Japanese foreign minister to China in more than four years.

“Facing up to history, abiding by promises and cooperation rather than confrontation should be the

basis of China-Japan relations.”

Kishida, speaking later to Japanese reporters, said there had been a “frank exchange of views” in what he called an extremely significant visit.

“At this meeting we confirmed the importance of Sino-Japanese relations and agreed that both sides would strive for further improvement in ties,” he said, according to Japan’s NHK broadcaster.

China’s Foreign Ministry said Wang made suggestions for how to improve relations, using forceful language that underscores the suspicion in Beijing about Tokyo.

Japan “should have a more positive and healthy attitude toward the growth of China, and stop spreading or echoing all kinds of ‘China threat’ or ‘China economic recession’ theories”, the ministry said in a statement. - Reuters

PARLEYS: China’s Premier Li Keqiang, right, talks with Japanese Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida

during a meeting at Zhongnanhai in Beijing, China, on Saturday. - Reuters

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IS claims hacking Hindu tailor to death in Bangladesh city DHAKA: Three assailants sped up to a Bangladeshi tailor’s shop by motorcycle on Saturday, dragged out the Hindu owner and hacked him to death, police said, in an attack claimed by IS militant group.

Police official Abdul Jalil, quoting witnesses, said the attackers fled the scene after killing 50-yearold Nikhil Chandra Joardar outside his shop in the town of Tangail, 80 km (50 miles) northwest of the capital Dhaka.

IS militants claimed responsibility for the killing, the US-based monitoring service SITE said.

The country has seen a surge in violent attacks over the past few months in which liberal activists, members of minority communities and other groups have been targeted. Police said they were investigating whether Joardar’s killing was connected to a complaint made against him for making a derogatory comment.

He was jailed for a few weeks in

SWISS DEMAND BASIC INCOME FOR ALL

Protesters dressed as robots demand a basic income for everyone during a demonstration at the Bahnhofstrasse in Zurich, Switzerland on Saturday. — Reuters

2012 but released after the complaint against him was withdrawn, said Jalil.

The IS and a group affiliated to Al Qaeda have issued similar claims of responsibility in the past, but the authenticity of Saturday’s statement could not be immediately verified.

The Bangladeshi government has denied that IS or Al Qaeda have a presence in the country.

Police say home-grown militants groups are behind the attacks.

Western security experts doubt that there are any direct operational links between IS, based in the Middle East, and militants operating on the ground in Bangladesh.

But they do say that a “call and response” of claims and statements of support for militant attacks through their propaganda channels allows them to create the impression of being in league together. — Reuters

Berlin for border controls extension Germany and some other European Union members have introduced temporary border checks to control or halt record flows of migrants fleeing conflicts in Syria

BERLIN/STUTTGART: Germany will ask the European Commission to allow an extension of temporary border controls within the Schengen zone of passportfree travel beyond mid-May, Interior Minister Thomas De Maiziere

said on Saturday.

Germany and some other European Union members have introduced temporary border checks to control or halt record flows of migrants fleeing conflicts in Syria, Iraq and elsewhere and travelling to western Europe via the Balkans.

Germany took in more than one million migrants last year.

But the number of arrivals has slowed significantly after border clampdowns were imposed by Austria and other countries along the migrants’ main Balkans route northwards from Greece.

“Even if the refugee situation has eased at internal borders along the West Balkan route, we look with concern at the developments on the external borders of the Union,” De Maiziere said in a statement.

Berlin will therefore ask the European Commission, the EU’s executive arm, to allow the border controls to be extended beyond May 12 when the legal basis for the current measures expires, he said.

A German government official

TENSIONS: Policemen stand near the venue of a party congress of the German right wing party AfD at the Stuttgart Congress Centre ICS on Saturday in Stuttgart, Germany. — AFP

said the request was a joint initiative by Germany, France, Austria, Belgium, Denmark and Sweden and the letter would be sent to Brussels on Monday.

“Member states must continue to have the flexibility and option to conduct border controls at their

AIR STRIKES

Aleppo bombed as Syria army begins ‘calm’ plan elsewhere BEIRUT: Nearly 30 air strikes hit rebel-held areas of Aleppo on Saturday as a temporary “calm” declared by Syria’s military took effect around Damascus and in the northwest.

It was the ninth day of deadly bombardments in Aleppo, which has borne the brunt of increased fighting that has all but destroyed a February ceasefire and killed nearly 250 people in the northern city since April 22, a monitoring group said. It also contributed to the break up of peace talks in Geneva, which the main opposition walked out of last week.

The Syrian army announced a “regime of calm”, or lull in fighting, late on Friday, which Damascus said was designed to salvage the wider ceasefire.

Damascus, Latakia While that appeared to mostly hold in and around the capital and parts of northwest coastal province Latakia, the bombing continued in Aleppo which was

excluded from the plan.

Anas Al Abde, president of the Turkey-based opposition Syrian National Coalition, accused the government of violating the February truce “daily”. The opposition was ready to reinstate the wider truce, but reserved the right to respond with force to attacks, he said.

Truce violations All sides have accused each other of truce violations.

The Syrian army did not explain in any detail what military or non-military action the “regime of calm” would entail.

It said it would last for 24 hours in the capital Damascus and its suburb Eastern Ghouta and for 72 hours in rural areas around the northern city of Latakia.

At least five people were killed in Aleppo early on Saturday in air strikes believed to have been carried out by Syrian government warplanes, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.

Aleppo, Syria’s largest city before the war, has been divided for years between rebel and government-held zones.

Full control would be a huge prize for President Bashar Al Assad.

Of the 250 casualties since April 22, 140 were killed in bombardments by government-aligned forces and 96 by rebel shelling.

Forty children were among the dead, according to the Observatory’s tally.

Observatory director Rami Abdulrahman said government-held areas of Aleppo were “a bit quieter today”, but that rebels were still firing shells intermittently.

State news agency SANA said at least one person had been killed by rebel shelling on governmentheld neighbourhoods.

Latakia and Ghouta were quiet with only some lower-level violence between rival rebel groups outside Damascus, Abdulrahman said. — Reuters

internal borders in cases when it is necessary,” De Maiziere said, adding such measures were required to guarantee a certain level of safety.

A European Commission source told Reuters that Brussels was leaning towards giving its

green light to the request and to allow an extension of the border checks until November.

The numbers of migrant arrivals to Germany has dropped to less than 200 daily in recent weeks from more than 2,000 daily in January. At the height of the refugee crisis last autumn, more than 10,000 migrants arrived in Germany on some days.

In her weekly podcast, German Chancellor Angela Merkel urged EU member states to avoid seeking national solutions to European problems, adding that she would fight to uphold EU citizens’ right to freedom of movement and residence within the bloc.

Merkel has been critical of border closures within the EU and is instead banking on an EU-Turkey deal that took effect early April and gives Ankara political and financial benefits in return for taking back refugees and migrants who have crossed to Greece en route for Germany and other west European states.

Meanwhile, German left-wing

demonstrators clashed with police on Saturday as they tried to break up the first full conference of the anti-immigration party Alternative for Germany where Chancellor Angela Merkel’s policies came under attack.

Police counted up to 2,000 leftwing protesters, some of whom burned tyres and hurled stones and fireworks to try to stop the AfD’s congress going ahead in Stuttgart. Some 500 were detained, police said.

Two policemen were slightly injured, but there were no reports of injured among the protesters, police spokesman Lambert Maute said.

Buoyed by the migrant crisis, which saw the arrival of more than one million migrants in Germany last year, the AfD has upended German party politics.

After the congress started late, more than 2,000 AfD members listened to their party leaders’ call for an end to Merkel’s refugee-friendly politics and a return to Christian values. — Reuters

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Rescuers search rubble of Nairobi building, at least 12 dead NAIROBI: Rescue workers raced on Saturday to save more residents from the rubble of a sixstorey building in Nairobi after it collapsed overnight following heavy rain.

At least 12 people were confirmed dead.

President Uhuru Kenyatta visited the site of Friday night’s disaster and ordered the arrest of the

owners of the building, which had been condemned by the authorities. One man was pulled out alive on Saturday afternoon to cheers from the crowd.

Earlier, Interior Minister Joseph Ole Nkaissery told reporters at the scene that the cries of a woman and child had been heard.

Their fate was not clear.

“We are still hearing some

voices from the collapsed building,” Kenya National Disaster Operation Centre director Colonel Nathan Kigotho said, in Nairobi’s poor Huruma district.”We don’t have the exact number of people buried in the rubble.”

He said 12 bodies had been recovered from the building.

After mainly working with hands and power tools, rescue

workers moved in two excavator vehicles to assist in lifting heavy masonry.

Pulled out Residents in the next building were pulled out carrying their packed belongings.

Heavy rains have led to building collapses in the past in poor neighbourhoods of the Kenyan capi-

tal, which residents have usually blamed on shoddy or illegal construction. The building in Huruma in eastern Nairobi had 198 rooms, Kigotho said. Some residents escaped before the collapse and at least 133 people had been rescued.

The president told officials “to undertake an immediate survey of all the houses in the area to find out those which are at risk of collaps-

ing”, his office said in a statement.

Kigotho said the building’s proximity to a nearby swollen river likely damaged the structure.”The water most likely undermined the foundation,” he said.

Police said more than 120 people had been taken to hospital.

Lower floors of the building crumpled, leaving some of the top storey still standing. — Reuters

Kenya burns 105 tonnes of ivory in bid to end trade Kenya is making a statement that for us ivory is worthless unless it is on our elephants, said President Uhuru Kenyatta STRICT ACTION: A general view shows part of 105 tonnes of

NAIROBI: Kenya’s president set fire to thousands of elephant tusks and rhino horns on Saturday, destroying a stockpile that would have been worth a fortune to smugglers and sending a message that trade in the animal parts must be stopped.

Plumes of smoke rose as the flames took hold of tusks piled up in a game reserve on the edge of the capital Nairobi, destroying 105 tonnes of ivory from about 8,000 animals, the biggest ever incineration of its kind.

President Uhuru Kenyatta dismissed those who argued Kenya, which staged its first such burning in 1989, should instead have sold the ivory and the tonne of rhino horn, which by some estimates would have an illegal market value of $150 million.

“Kenya is making a statement that for us ivory is worthless unless it is on our elephants,” he told dignitaries before setting light to the first of almost a dozen pyres.

Kenya is seeking a total world ban on ivory sales when the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) meets

elephant tusk ivory confiscated from poachers burning at Nairobi National Park near Nairobi, Kenya, on Saturday. - Reuters

in South Africa later this year as poaching poses an increasing risk to the species. CITES banned commercial trade in African elephant ivory in 1989, but since then has permitted one-off sales.

Kenyatta’s call for an ivory trade ban was backed by Ali Bongo, president of Gabon, home to the forest elephant.

“To all the poachers, to all the buyers, to all the traders, your days are numbered,” Bongo said at the ceremony.

Conservationists say the original CITES ban, and Kenya’s 1989 burning, helped reduce demand and relieve a crisis for the elephant population but that one-off legal sales have revived the market.

Illegal hunting spiked in the three years to 2012 when about 100,000 elephants were killed, the equivalent of more than 33,000 a year.

In the 1970s, Africa had about 1.2 million elephants, but now has 400,000 to 450,000. The situation

for rhinos is more precarious.

There are fewer than 30,000 left across Africa and one species, the Northern White Rhino, is on the brink of extinction.

The last three are kept in Kenya under heavy guard.

Kenya relies on tourism, with many drawn to safaris at luxury camps by the trove of animals Kenya boasts, particularly the “Big Five” - elephant, rhino, leopard, lion and buffalo.

Renowned conservationist and anthropologist Richard Leakey urged African and other nations to destroy their ivory stocks too.

To those who refused, he said: “They are speculators on an evil, illegal commodity.

There are can be no justification for speculating price rises in ivory down the road.”

Pledges last year by China and the United States, two of the biggest ivory markets, to enact almost complete bans on imports and exports have helped drive ivory prices lower. — Reuters

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MARKET Islamic banks’ financing in Oman hits OMR1.85b billion. This rise was a result of increase in currency with the public by 6.6 percent coupled with increase in Rial Omani designated demand deposits by 6.8 per cent.

Total deposits held with Islamic banks and windows also registered a significant increase to OMR1.59 billion in February 2016 from OMR0.7 billion by the end of February, 2015.

MUSCAT: Islamic banking entities provided financing to the tune of OMR1.85 billion by end-February 2016, compared to OMR1.1 billion a year ago.

Total deposits held with Islamic banks and windows also registered a significant increase to OMR1.59 billion in February 2016 from OMR0.7 billion outstanding as at the end of February 2015.

The total assets of Islamic banks and windows combined, amounted to OMR2.4 billion as at the end of February 2016 which constituted about 7.8 percent of the banking system assets.

The combined balance sheet of conventional and (Islamic banks other depository corporations taken together) provides a com-

plete overview of the financial intermediation taking place in the banking system in Oman.

Outstanding credit The total outstanding credit extended by the other depository corporations stood at OMR20.5 billion as at the end of February 2016, a rise of 12.4 per cent over the level witnessed a year ago.

Credit to the private sector increased by 14.9 per cent to OMR18.3 billion as at the end of February 2016. Of the total credit to the private sector, the share of the household sector (mainly personal loans) stood at 46.6 per cent, closely followed by the nonfinancial corporate sector at 45.3 per cent, financial corporations at

5.2 per cent and other sectors the remaining 2.9 per cent.

Total deposits also registered a significant growth of 6.3 per cent to OMR19.4 billion as at the end of February 2016. Private sector deposits of the banking system registered a growth of 7.6 per cent to OMR12.75 billion as at the end of February 2016.

Sector-wise, the share of households was 50.5 percent of the total private sector deposit base, followed by non-financial corporations at 27.2 percent, financial corporations at 19.2 percent and the other sectors at 3.1 per cent.

As at the end of February 2016, narrow money stock (M1) when measured on year-on-year basis, grew by 6.8 per cent to OMR5.2

Quasi-money Quasi-money (Omani rial savings and time deposits, certificates of deposit issued by commercial banks, margin deposits) and foreign currency denominated deposits witnessed a growth of 8.5 per cent during the period.

Broad money supply M2 (M1 and quasi-money) stood at OMR15.2 billion at the end of February 2016, up from OMR14.1 billion a year ago, registering an increase of 7.9 per cent during the period.

In respect of domestic interest rate structure of conventional banks, the weighted average interest rate on Omani rial deposits firmed up from 0.952 per cent in February 2015 to 0.980 per cent in February 2016 while the weighted average Omani rial lending rate declined from 5.051 per cent to 4.772 per cent during the same period. The overnight Omani rial domestic inter-bank lending rate firmed up to 0.356 per cent in February 2016 from 0.130 per cent a year ago. – ONA

100TH VESSEL

SUCCESS STORY: A ceremony marked the ship’s safe arrival in Sohar and the industrial success story of Vale in Oman. - Supplied picture

Very large ore carrier berths in Sohar port Times News Service MUSCAT: Sohar port received the one-hundredth Very Large Ore Carrier (VLOC) to berth at the Port since Vale in Oman’s operations started in 2011. Weighing in at 388,000dwt and measuring 366 metres in length the MV Berge Everest is part of a large fleet of specialised ships that transport iron ore around the globe for the Brazilian mining giant.

Sohar Port is part of a small network of deep-water facilities worldwide, equipped to handle this type of vessel. Other ports in the network outside Vale’s native Brazil, include Sohar JV-partner Port of Rotterdam, as well as selected ports in Japan, Korea and China, and specially constructed floating jetties in the Philippines.

Officials from Sohar Port and Freezone and executives from Vale in Oman, were waiting at the Sohar bulk terminal on Monday to greet the Berge Everest. The brief ceremony celebrated the ship’s safe arrival in Sohar and the industrial success story of Vale in Oman.

Chief Executive of Vale in Oman, Sergio Espechit, said: “It is with great pleasure that Vale in Oman welcomes Berge Everest as the one-hundredth VLOC to our facilities in Sohar. These vessels play a critical role in our global logistics strategy but also impact us locally. Thanks to a combination of the latest technology, our highlyskilled workforce and continuous investment in our facilities, we are proud to say Vale in Oman operates here at the highest standards of safety, service and efficiency.”

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MARKET New Ras Markaz terminal to help Oman set up a crude reserve hub First phase of the $400m terminal will have a capacity ranging from 6m to 10m barrels. It can be raised to 200m barrels in future

Times News Service MUSCAT: Oman on Saturday announced that the construction of a $400 million oil storage terminal in Ras Markaz near Duqm will help achieve the country’s major plan to establish a strategic oil reserve in the country.

The first phase of the terminal will start with a capacity of between 6 million and 10 million barrels, but could be expanded in the future to store larger quantities of up to 200 million barrels.

Dr Mohammed bin Hamad Al Rumhy, Minister of Oil and Gas,

NEW TERMINAL: First phase of the terminal will start with a capacity ranging between 6 and 10m barrels, but could be expanded in the future to store larg volumes of up to 200 million barrels. - Supplied picture

chairman of Oman Oil Company, announced that the construction of oil storage terminal in Ras Markaz came in implementation of the directives of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said.

“The first phase of the project will need between $300 million and $400 million for the construction of infrastructure, OOC will

continue to develop the project and increase the number of tanks, in line with the growth in demand for oil storage facilities. Our ambition for Ras Markaz to be one of the largest oil storage hubs worldwide,” elaborated Dr Al Rumhi.

Dr Al Rumhy, during a visit to Ras Markaz, said that after the issuance of Royal directives,the

I N V E S T E A S Y P O R TA L

Investors should ensure accuracy MUSCAT: Omani investors have now direct responsibility on accuracy of the data related to the commercial registration (CR) entered in ‘Invest Easy’ portal – www.investeasy.gov.om.

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has launched 64 e-services through the portal recently.

Investors now are required to ensure accuracy of the data entered by them or by any employee working at ‘Sanad’ office, as well

as law and auditing firms.

Registration data The investor have to carefully read the terms and conditions for services, such as trade names, registration of new commercial registration and amending commercial registration data.

The ministry recently noticed that some investors are registering trade names that do not meet the requirements shown in the

portal. The disclosure information was also launched through the portal. Investors can now publish their annual reports, which give an overview on the financial statements of the company, the profit/loss account, the property, liabilities and human resources. The publishing of the annual reports will be mandatory for all organisations having commercial registrations (CR) starting from 2017. - ONA

Ministry of Oil and Gas, in cooperation with Oman Oil Company (OOC), studied several sites for oil storage and found that Ras Markaz was a good site that achieves the strategic and economic objectives of oil storage project.

Ras Markaz terminal is about 70km from Duqm. It was annexed to the Special Economic Zone in

Duqm according to Royal Decree (5/2016) issued on January 28, 2016.Oman Tank Terminal Company (OTTOC), a subsidiary of OOC, will execute the project.

Dr Al Rumhy also emphasised that international energy companies have evinced strong interest in the use of Ras Markaz as a hub for oil storage.

Falling oil prices On the plan of OOC to finance the project in light of falling oil prices, Al Rumhy said the low oil prices is a challenge, but “OOC will not rely on the state budget in the financing of the project.This project needs global financing in a traditional way by bank loans.”

“We do not rely on state budget to finance this project or Duqm Refinery.The plan of OOC is to finance its projects by borrowing from banks and international banking institutions,” added the minister.

Eng. Essam bin Saud Al Zadjali, chief executive officer of OOC, said that the goal is be to “make Ras Markaz a global site for the storage of oil and its derivatives.

In the first phase, the terminal shall serve Duqm Refinery and will provide its oil from Oman and other parts of the world.”

“Oil storage terminal in Ras Markaz is an economic hub of many countries, which we are currently working to attract,” added Eng. Al Zadjali.

Dr Al Rumhy and members of OOC board visited Duqm Refinery, petroleum reservoirs project, project of Central Facilities Company, in addition to Duqm Port and Dry Dock.

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MARKET Bharat Oman Refineries gets approval for Rs30b investment Bharat Oman Refineries will use the fund to further increase the refining capacity from six million tonnes per annum to 7.8 MTPA.

VITAL INVESTMENT: Bharat Oman Refineries Ltd is a joint venture company promoted by India's Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd and

Oman Oil Company Ltd. — Times file picture

NEW DELHI: India's union cabinet on Wednesday permitted oil marketer Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (BPCL) to increase its investment in Bharat Oman Refineries Ltd. (BORL) up to a maximum of Rs30 billion to further increase the capacity of N C S I M A R C H D ATA

Fixed telephone line user base grows by 2.8% MUSCAT: Oman’s total number of fixed telephone lines stood at 446,918 constituting a growth of 2.8 per cent in March 2016 compared to the same period in 2015.

The statistics released by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) pointed out the (pre-paid) fixed telephone lines rose by 6.3 per cent to 59,569 lines as at the end of March 2016 compared to the end of 2015 while the (post-paid) fixed telephone lines stood at 333,554.

The Sultanate had a total of 6,801 public telephones last year.

The number of integrated services digital networks stood at 45,244 whereas the wireless fixed lines fell by 1.2 per cent.

Meanwhile, the number of mobile subscribers as at the end of March 2016 stood 6,639,870 constituting a slight decrease by 0.1 per cent compared to last year.

The largest number was recorded in post-paid mobile subscribers to 6,045,312 compared as at the end of February 2016, which registered 6,021,576 subscribers, comprising a growth by 0.39 per cent, the NCSI data reveals.

The number of Internet subscribers stood at 252,886 at the end of March 2016, compared with 246,422 subscribers last February 2016.

The number of fixed broadband subscribers including DSL and leased lines stood at 250,214, comprising a rise by 7.3 per cent as at the end of March, compared with 243,715 subscribers last February. The active mobile broadband subscribers rose by 3.8 per cent to 3,377,913, compared with figures at the end of 2015. — ONA

BORL’s Bina refinery in Madhya Pradesh. “The infusion of funds by the BPCL will enable BORL to overcome implications arising out of erosion of its net worth,” a cabinet communique said here.

BORL is a joint venture company promoted by the BPCL along

with Oman Oil Company Ltd. BORL “proposes to undertake a debottlenecking project at the refinery to further increase the refining capacity from six million tonnes per annum to 7.8 MTPA. The estimated project cost is Rs30 billion,” the statement said.

“The highlights of the proposal for debottlenecking project include certain modifications to produce products in accordance to the new auto fuel policy,” it added. Pointing out that the Oman Oil company had indicated it is not prepared to commit further funds

for the project at this stage, the statement said the BPCL Board, therefore, decided on this investment for the project and “for meeting the extraordinary losses suffered on account of the sharp fall in the prices of crude oil and finished products.” - IANS

COMMISSIONING IN 2016

Sohar Refinery improvement project achieves major ‘safety milestone’ Times News Service MUSCAT: Orpic’s Sohar Refinery Improvement Project (SRIP) has achieved a major milestone of 20 million man hours without Lost Time Injury (LTI).

With more than 12,000 people on site, SRIP is one of the key strategic growth projects which is scheduled for commissioning in 2016.

Ralph Clim, acting chief operating officer (COO), Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company (Orpic), said, “Safety is our number one priority. We have a diligent and expe-

rienced team who is committed to ensuring the construction and future operation of this project is achieved to its highest standards. We believe that all incidents can be avoided. We have a wide range of tools to help us but it all starts with our attention and commitment. We believe that tomorrow is our reward for working safely today.”

Upgrade refining capacity The SRIP is a multibillion-dollar capital investment for Orpic, which is being delivered in response to the need to upgrade Orpic’s refining capability in or-

der to further maximise the value of Omani crude oil, and to ensure that the Sultanate’s increasing demand for fuel will be met.

In addition to the immediate commercial benefits that SRIP

brings to the business, it will also have a social economic impact on other areas.

“Enhancing In-Country Value is an integral part of our growth strategy and substantial benefits are anticipated. More than 400 direct, permanent jobs will be created, and around 2,400 Omani contract roles has been offered over the project lifetime.

The project is also anticipated to result in local business participation, with an estimated 900 indirect jobs to be generated by the multiplier effect the Project will have on the local economy,” Ralph further added.

BRIEFS

Ithraa to receive trade delegations from US, China MUSCAT: Public Authority for Investment Promotion and Export Development (Ithraa) will receive investment delegations from the USA and China on Monday.

The trade delegations are on a visit to the Sultanate to explore investment environment and learn about procedures of investment and incentives offered by the government to investors. Ithraa has prepared a programme that includes a visit to the free zones in Sohar and Salalah and the special economic zone in Duqm. The delegations would like to set up a factory for household items with 100 per cent foreign investment. Ithraa received last week an investment delegation from the People’s Republic of China led by Quan Zhezhu, Vice-Chairman of All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce.

TRA joins hands with Jordanian telecom regulator AMMAN: The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) signed a memorandum of understanding with Jordanian Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (JTRA) on the sidelines of the 14th Annual Meeting of the Arab Network for Regulatory Commissions of Telecommunications and Information Technology Sector, held in the Jordanian capital Amman. Dr Hamad bin Salim Al Rawahi, CEO of TRA and Dr Ghazi Al Jabour, Board Chairman of JTRA signed the MoU. The agreement will allow open new areas of cooperation between the two sides in the field of regulating the telecommunications sector in accordance with laws and regulations, in addition to cooperation in the field of spectrum management and allocation of new frequency bands to increase access and improve the quality of mobile internet service. — ONA

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Maisarah expands operations in Sharqiyah South Times News Service MUSCAT: Maisarah Islamic Banking Services, BankDhofar’s Islamic window, recently celebrated the expansion of its branch network in the Governorate of Sharqiyah South and officially inaugurated its eighth branch in Sur. The event was held at the newly opened branch under the auspices of Sayyid Hamad bin Sultan Al Busaidi, deputy wali of Sur, and was attended by Abdul Hakeem Omar Al Ojaili, acting chief executive officer of BankDhofar, Sohail Niazi, chief Islamic banking officer of Maisarah Islamic Banking Services, Ismail Jama Bait Isihaq, financial controller at Maisarah Islamic Bank-

ing Services, Jamsheed Hamza, Maisarah’s head of retail, as well as members of BankDhofar and Maisarah’s executive management, guests and senior government officials.

Al Ojaili hailed the continuous efforts by the Islamic banking window to lead the Islamic financial industry in the Sultanate, stressing on its commitment to provide Sharia-compliant prod-

ucts and services to cater to more customers nationwide.

“As part of Maisarah’s expansion plan, Sur branch has been opened to fulfil the market demand for Islamic finance solutions and Sharia-compliant products and services. The branch has started serving customers from Sur and the neighbouring areas and today we celebrated the official commencement of its operations.”

Niazi also noted that the new branch was strategically located in Sur and it is easily accessible to customers from different parts of Sharqiyah.

“We have a team of dedicated and well trained staff whose key task is to meet customers’ in-

dividual banking needs and requirements for Islamic finance products and services. Today our branch network covers the Governorates of Muscat, Dakhiliyah, Batinah, Sharqiyah, Dhofar, Dhahirah. We aspire to see Maisarah in more parts of Oman, and we are very proud of the progress we’ve achieved in a very short time since we started our operations a few years ago,” he said.

Showing an impressive growth since its launch in 2013 and demonstrating a high degree of product innovation and best services, the Islamic window has been recognised for its commitment to lead the Islamic finance market in the Sultanate, earning prestigious awards and titles from

leading local and international organisations.

Sharia-compliant products Maisarah offers a wide range of Sharia-compliant financial solutions, products and services that cater to the needs of its retail and corporate customers. Maisarah plans to expand its presence across the Sultanate through the addition of new branches. As part of its future growth plan, the Islamic banking service provider plans to distinguish itself by focusing on prominent customer service, developing and launching new products, and investing in technology to provide the best customer experience in timely and convenient manner.

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2016 Kia Sportage bags coveted Mecoty award The fourth-generation Kia Sportage features a bold new look, with the vehicle’s designers creating a sense of sporty and powerful energy from every angle

MUSCAT: The all-new 2016 Kia Sportage has been awarded the coveted ‘Best Small SUV of the Year’ honour at the prestigious 2016 Middle East Car of the Year Awards (Mecoty).

The award, which was announced at a gala ceremony in Abu Dhabi is an addition to the growing collection of significant honours that the brand has bagged over the years, says a press release.

Commenting on the award win, Soon-Nam Lee, the president of Kia Middle East & Africa (MEA) MESSAGE OF PEACE

MGM to host ‘Call for Peace’ art initiative MUSCAT: The Values Centre, an Oman based non-governmental organisation, recently unveiled ‘Call for Peace’, an initiative that uses children’s art to spread the message of international peace and harmony.

The initiative, headed by renowned Omani writer and director of The Values Centre Dr Saleh Al Fahdi, comprises the paintings of 150 Oman-based children from 80 different nationalities, each of which will express their understanding of peace. The paintings will be unveiled at the ‘Call for Peace’ event, due to take place on May 9 at Muscat Grand Mall and after which will be sent to the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (Unicef ) headquarters in Paris, says a press release.

Commenting on the initiative, Al Fahdi noted, “As a global community, and particularly in the Arab world we have been long suffering from wars, crises and terrorism. The concept behind ‘Call for Peace’ was born from the idea that children, as the leaders of tomorrow, can send a message on behalf of Oman and their country of origin expressing the futility of conflict and their desire to live in a world of peace.”

“On behalf of the members of the organising committee, I would like to extend my gratitude to our partners, especially our principal sponsor Muscat Grand Mall. It is the gracious support of our sponsors that has ensured the great success of this initiative,” added Al Fahdi.

Speaking of the initiative, Hassan Jaboub, general manager of Muscat Grand Mall said, “It is an honour to offer our proud support for the ‘Call for Peace’, an initiative that will spread the universal message of peace through the multicultural children that reside in our great country. I would like to thank Dr Saleh Al Fahdi and The Values Centre for this opportunity to support and show our solidarity for such a worthwhile initiative.

Ever since the Renaissance, Oman has been a country of harmony, and it is our hope that our neighbours can one day be free from strife and instability too.”

Dr Sue Tappin, involved in managing and coordinating the initiative, commented, “‘Call for Peace’ is yet another example of Oman spreading the message of peace internationally."

Regional HQ said, “The all-new Sportage has gained tremendous popularity here in the Middle East among both customers and motoring experts.”

Lee added, “The Kia Sportage has played a key role in driving Kia Motors’ sustained growth and success around the world in recent years, with more than 1.6 million of the third-generation model sold worldwide between 2010 and 2015. Leading the way in terms of its refinement, innovation, distinctive design and high material quality, the new Sportage will help Kia reinforce its position among the market leaders in an increasingly hard-fought and crowded segment.”

The fourth-generation Kia

Sportage features a bold new look, with the vehicle’s designers creating a sense of sporty and powerful energy from every angle. The design of the new Sportage has been led by Kia’s European design studio in Frankfurt, Germany, with input from the brand’s Namyang, Korea and Irvine, California Design Centres. The all-new Sportage creates visual harmony out of the tension and contrast between its sharp, defined feature lines and smooth surfacing.

Mecoty is regarded as the most prestigious award in the Middle East’s automotive industry. Leading global car brands competed in different categories including Group A (Sedan/ Executive), Group B (SUV/Truck) and Group

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C (Performance). The winners were determined by a judging panel comprising prominent automotive journalists from across the Middle East. Members of the jury panel represented countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Lebanon, Jordan, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. Included in the judging criteria was determining whether the nominated vehicles met the demands of customers in the region.

Reliable International Automotive, the distributor for Kia in Oman provides a rewarding ownership experience for customers.

Excellent product attributes and unmatched facilities easily ensure their absolute satisfaction, every mile of the way.

M E E T I N G AT D O H A

Zubair SEC takes part in 12th annual meeting of INSME MUSCAT: Zubair Small Enterprises Centre (Zubair SEC) participated in the 12th annual meeting of the International Network for Small and Medium Enterprises (INSME) which was held in Doha-Qatar recently under the patronage of Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al Thani, the Prime Minister of Qatar, represented by Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani, Minister of Economy and Commerce.

The meeting held over three days on the topic ‘Enabling Smart SMEs as Key to Success’ provided a platform to increase knowledge sharing among innovation leaders, discuss findings from others’ experiences and identify the right talents, partners, clients, sponsors and investors for future business activities and favourable public governance.

Ali Shaker, business adviser at Zubair SEC, moderated the roundtable discussion on women empowerment titled ‘The Twelve-Trillion-Dollar Opportunity: More Women Entrepreneurs = Smarter Economy?’

The dialogue deliberated on how women entrepreneurs play a vital role in an entrepreneurial

economy. Speakers stressed on the need to enhance efforts to understand how women’s entrepreneurship can affect economic growth and development in a positive way. Opportunities and challenges facing women in the Middle East & North Africa (Mena), especially in the entrepreneurial domain were also debated.

Speakers at the roundtable talked about the huge opportunities available at micro and macroeconomic levels for women at work. They also conferred about the World Bank prediction which says that at the present rate it would take 150 years for Mena countries to reach the current world average for women’s penetration into the work force. They agreed that serious development plans need to be put in place, particularly in the area of womenled entrepreneurship.

Shaker said, “Knowledge gained at such meetings can be used for innovation and development.

SME-supporting organisations need to exploit the information gathered at the different sessions during the INSME meeting which reflected on numerous topics. There was much to learn and share.”

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Towell Auto Centre has announced a guaranteed cash gift offer on the Mazda 6 Comfort variant with 2.0l engine which will now be available at a starting price of OMR6,666 until May 19

MUSCAT: The all-new Mazda 6 has earned high acclaim in the global markets thanks to the alluring vitality of its KODO - Soul of Motion design and its Skyactiv technology that offers a balance of driving pleasure, environmental performance and safety.

In Oman too, the Mazda 6 has proven to be a #Headturner with its innovative interiors, enhanced exteriors and improved functionality. To add to the customers’ delight, Towell Auto Centre (TAC) has announced a guaranteed cash gift offer on this flagship Mazda

model and the Mazda 6 Comfort variant with 2.0 litre engine will now be available at a starting price of OMR6,666 until May 19, says a press release.

A senior spokesperson of TAC says: “As the sole distributor of the Mazda vehicles in Oman, it is our primary responsibility to live up to the Japanese automaker’s expectations. We do this by serving our customers’ well, a value that is very integral to the brand. We are hopeful that our latest promotion on the Mazda 6 will be helpful for our clients who have been eyeing this car

for a long time. The Mazda 6 is surely a head turner and with its many beneficial features, it is performing very well at home and abroad.”

A pure form of excitement, craftsmanship, sports driving, proactive safety, the all-new Mazda 6 is for those who have a passion for driving. Available with 2.0 litre Skyactiv engine, the all-new Mazda 6 has 6-speed activematic transmission, 17” alloy wheels, 6 airbags, cruise control, ABS power steering and power windows. It also includes the adoption of Mazda Connect, Mazda’s next-gen-

eration car connectivity system, an electrical parking brake and a sport mode for people looking for that extra zoom-zoom.

The 2016 Mazda6 offers a wide variety of advanced safety technologies and further strengthens safety performance.

TAC has extended the service interval allowing customers to service their Mazda every 10,000km or every 6 months rather than the current schedule of every 3 months or 5,000km. This means greater convenience, savings and more peace of mind for the Mazda owners.

EXHIBITIONS

More than 25,000 visitors attend Ghedex, OCF and sports exhibition MUSCAT: Three events - 17th edition of Global Higher Education Exhibition, 15th edition of Omanisation Career Fair and 2nd edition of Oman Sports Exhibition - were held recently at the Oman International Exhibition Centre.

More than 25,000 visitors attended which included students, job seekers and sports fans who benefited from the organisation of these three events at one time, which maximised their benefits from attending, says a press release.

Ghedex Ghedex 2016 provided students and parents the option of choosing from among 200 top-notch universities and colleges from over 25 countries, out of which 170 educational bodies and institutions make up international

participation and 30 makes up local participation.

Well-renowned speakers from public and private sectors shared their knowledge with attendees like Amira Abdullah Al Busaidy, Sr. Project Specialist – SAS centre for virtual reality, Digital Society Development division, ITA; Hamed Salim Al Shukairi, director of Digital Services & Initiatives, Ministry of Education; William Spindloe, director Asia Pacific, IHRDC; Peter Wadsworth – director of Educational Technology, ABA; Mohammed Abdulsattar Al Balushi, physics teacher, Ministry of Manpower; Issa Al Balushi, director of employment service, Ministry of Manpower; Dr Ramin Mohajer, adviser on Human Resource Development to the CEO, ITA and many more.

Omanisation Career Fair As Oman’s largest and most comprehensive career fair, OCF showcased over 30 leading companies from across the spectrum of Oman’s private and public sectors and throughout the Gulf region. The fair offered Omanis the chance to market themselves to potential employers, meet with career counsellors on a personal level, and gain valuable information about current vacancies and upcoming opportunities in the Omani job market.

This event was supported by reputed names in the industry such as The Zubair Group, Orpic, and Oman Air as lead sponsor; Ajyal and Al Raffd Fund as gold sponsor; NAHI, Unilever, Phoenix and MHD as silver sponsor and many more exhibiting companies.

During these seminars wellknown speakers shared their ideas with students and general public.

Speakers panel included Anisa Mohammed / Yousuf Salim Al Adawi from PASI, Alexandra Pascu from Riverwaves, Dr Anna Scopaz / Dr. Hamadi Dhoau from OAAA, Huda Al Farsi from JISSER, Walid Mahdi Mussa from Bayt.com and many more.

Oman Sports Exhibition The second edition of the threeday exhibition forms part of the annual Oman Sports Conference and Exhibition organised by the Ministry of Sports Affairs.

A total of 65 exhibits, including those from the sports ministry, associations, committees and clubs were presenting their ideas and activities.

digitalBiz focuses on growing importance of social media to enhance company performance MUSCAT: The recently concluded two-day digitalBiz 2016 forum witnessed what is described as the biggest event to have global outreach from the Sultanate of Oman. Within eight hours of the opening some 340,000 from four continents had connected and were following digitalBiz. Delegates from both government and private sector stayed committed and enthusiastic with the topic, throughout the two days, eager to gain new knowledge from the international and local expert speakers, says a press release. digitalBiz 2016, under the banner ‘Enhancing Performance through Social Media’ addressed the growing importance of social media to organisations and companies focusing on many topics of crucial importance to their continued development.

The event’s format of a combination of expert presentations, panel discussions and workshops allowed participants not only to hear of the latest trends in social media technology but also learn practical ways to apply them.

The event’s success was obviously evident from the online engagement and comments of

many people as well as comments from participants and speakers at the forum.

Sabrah Al Riyami, MD of Rahwah Enterprise, a leading local event management specialist and event organiser said, she was extremely pleased with the outcome and that a locally organised event was being viewed and discussed by so many people worldwide, but that she considered the actual success to be the recommendations which will help Oman’s professional community.

She added that they had received positive feedback from many participants but what she prized most was so that many participants had requested to register on the spot for the next event.

In fact following the success and in response to popular demand a number of activities are planned for ahead of digitalBiz 2017. The first will be a social media camp to be held in collaboration with Social Media Club, Bahrain. digitalBiz 2016 was officially supported and endorsed by Information Authority Oman (ITA) and Oman Telecommunications Company (Omantel).

C O R P O R AT E S O C I A L R E S P O N S I B I L I T Y

Muscat Finance sponsors Sumail Football tournament MUSCAT: Recognising the power of sport as a vehicle for youth development, Muscat Finance – the Sultanate’s first non-banking financial company (NBFC) – recently sponsored the first Sumail Football Tournament as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitments.

Participating in the tournament were a number of teams from across the Dakhiliyah, Muscat and South Al Batinah governorates of Oman, says a press release.

The high turnout underscored the popularity of football among young Omanis and the passion with which the game is played across the Sultanate. In the end, Al Shabiba team scooped the championship trophy in an exciting final that saw them pull off a 2-1 win over Al Hail team.

The guest of honour was His Highness Sayyid Marwan bin Turki Al Said who later presented the trophy to the winning team, as well as medals and certificates to the runners-up and

participating teams.

Representing Muscat Finance was Faisal bin Mohammed Al Yousef, its chairman of the board, accompanied by Juma Abdullah Al Khamisi, board member.

Several local dignitaries, notably Eng. Younis Bin Ya’aqoob bin Issa Al Siyabi, Shura Council Member representing Sumail wilayat, who is also president of Sumail Club also attended the event.

For Muscat Finance, the sponsorship of the football tournament represented its maiden foray as a corporate sponsor into

sports. It also marked an interesting addition to the company’s expanding and diversifying CSR programme, which has until now been focused on funding support for recognised Omani charities and welfare groups.

“Given football’s robust popularity among young Omanis, the sponsorship of the first Sumail Football Tournament was an opportunity for Muscat Finance to connect with a promising target segment of the company’s customer-base, said Bikram S. Rishi, chief executive officer, Muscat Finance.

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Ooredoo launches its 14th franchise store

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Located in Mabelah, the new store was

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inaugurated by Sheikh Ibrahim Yahya Al Rawahi, Wali of Seeb, in the presence of the Ooredoo chief people and corporate affairs officer, human resources director, and director of consumer sales

MUSCAT: Reaching more and more communities across Oman, Ooredoo recently celebrated the opening of its 14th franchise store, one of four operated by franchise partner Khimji Ramdas.

Located in Mabelah, the new store was inaugurated by Sheikh Ibrahim Yahya Al Rawahi, Wali of

Seeb, in the presence of the Ooredoo chief people and corporate affairs officer, human resources director, and director of consumer sales, says a press release.

“With a focus on excellence in customer service, the new Ooredoo franchise store is a convenient ‘one-stop-shop’ where our

customers in Mabelah can sign up for Shahry, Mousbak, Musafir, Broadband, fixed line and business services, top up their credit and much more,” said Feras Al Sheikh, Consumer Sales director at Ooredoo. He added: “Our expanding network of franchise stores means more people across Oman can enjoy Ooredoo’s great value products and services, help-

ing them connect with family and friends and keep up-to-date with the things that matter to them.”

Reaching out across the Sultanate, Ooredoo is not only growing its presence but also making its network stronger, faster and more reliable. Ooredoo now connects more customers in more places, with a faster and more reliable network than ever before.

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Al Hashar offers free installation with ACs MUSCAT: For all those looking for a comprehensive array of world-class air conditioning products to fulfil diverse needs, there is no need to look any further than Al Hashar Electronics.

Here, available under one roof are sought-after solutions, the required technical-expertise and the desired price-points.

Al Hashar Electronics, the Sultanate’s foremost distributor of

world-class consumer electronics products, has now launched a cool offer for the sizzling summer, says a press release.

Right strategy “Summer is beating down on us, but we at Al Hashar Electronics have designed the right strategy to make our esteemed customers feel relaxed. An exciting range of the most trusted global air-condi-

tioning brands are now available with free installation,” said Rajeev Sharma, the general manager of Al Hashar Electronics.

As a part of the offer Mitsubishi Electric, Onida, Voltas and Lennox air-conditioners now come with free installation. The offer is available from Al Hashar Electronics showrooms at Ruwi, Ruwi High Street, Oman Avenues MallBausher, Sohar and Salalah.

Al Hashar Electronics takes pride in demonstrating its commitment to achieving customer delight in every aspect of its business. The ability to offer worldclass products, flexibility in meeting customer needs, prompt and competent services are the USP’s that keep them ahead and enable them to achieve the status of ‘preferred air conditioning solutions supplier’ for its customers.

HOTEL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT

Al Sedrah all set to open first InterCity Hotel outside Europe in Salalah in July MUSCAT: Al Sedrah Real Estate, a subsidiary of the Golden Group of Companies, signed a Hotel Management Agreement (HMA) with Steigenberger to open its first InterCity Hotel outside Europe which is scheduled to open in July 2016 in Salalah.

The signing ceremony took place at ATM Arabian Travel Market 2016. InterCity Hotel will be first international mid-market hotel in the city as it comes as part of Steigenberger expansion programme in the Middle East, says a press release.

The InterCity Hotel Salalah is being developed in a central location at the heart of the business district and within the immediate vicinity of various ministries. The airport is also only four kilometres away.

Salalah is particularly popular because of its all-year round mild climate and its impressive natural environment. The new hotel will extend over eight stories and will offer 70 rooms, two well equipped

meeting rooms, all day restaurant, cafe as well as gymnasium facilities and steam rooms.

One particular highlight will be a roof-top swimming pool with fabulous views.

The opening of Steigenberger, an International German operator in the Sultanate, comes in line with the German touristic market being one of the most important markets in the Sultanate in terms

of the number of tourists coming to the Sultanate as there is an annual growth in terms of arrivals of German tourists to the Sultanate which exceeded 66,000 tourists last year.

Shaikh Salim bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Ghazali, chairman of Golden Group of Companies, stated: “The Sultanate is an attractive tourism destination strengthened by its diversified components and Oman had witnessed a significant growth in the tourism sector which calls for key hotels to be available in the area such as InterCity Hotel.”

For his part, Ahmed bin Mohamed Al Humaidi, general manager of Al Sedrah Real Estate - the project developer - indicated that “Adding InterCity Hotel to the mid market hotels in Salalah will enrich the tourism sector of Salalah especially during the (Khareef ) season this year.” He also thanked different authorities for their continuous support and assistance for this project.

MUSCAT: Middle East College (MEC) celebrated the 4th Archives and Records Management (ARM) Graduation Day recently at Oman Auditorium in Al Bustan Palace Hotel, Muscat.

The grand ceremony was held under the auspices of Nasser bin Khamis Al Jashmi, undersecretary, Ministry of Finance.

This year, 257 students who graduated in ARM programme were conferred diploma and bachelor degrees during the majestic ceremony. Dr Abdullah bin Saif Al Sabahi, chairman of MEC, Prof. R. C. Bhattacharjee, dean, eminent dignitaries from various ministries, MEC faculty and staff members were present during the occasion, says a press release.

In his speech, Dr Hazem Ali, head of Department of Records Management and Archival Studies, congratulated the graduates.

He praised the students for their creative talents, knowledge and skills which move them closer towards a professional life ahead. In addition, Dr Hazem outlined the spectacular growth of MEC during the last 14 years since it started its journey in the higher education sector in the Sultanate.

Salah bin Saif Al Yaarubi who was awarded as the best outgoing student expressed his happiness at this achievement as he said: “I am very happy to complete my undergraduate studies in Middle East College where I learned and earned different talents and skills which would greatly reflect on my life ahead. I am also thankful for every member in the academic and non-academic departments at MEC for their help throughout all the years as they were working with us hand in hand towards this successful journey.”

“Graduation is one of the greatest moments of our life which is the culmination of the undergraduate studies filled with hard work and efforts to achieve the best. As we stand here today, we are starting a new chapter where we have to apply what we learned to serve our country and contribute in enhancing and improving the society in whichever way possible. We thank all our faculty members at the Department of Archives and Records Management for their efforts in teaching and guiding us throughout,” Fahad bin Abdullah Al Maskari said in his speech during the event.

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Bank Muscat highlights career opportunities for CBFS students MUSCAT: The appeal of Bank Muscat as the ‘best place to work in Oman’ attracted a large turnout of prospective job seekers at the Career and Opportunities Fair organised by the College of Banking and Financial Studies (CBFS) under the auspices of Hamad bin Khamis Al Amri, Undersecretary for Labour Affairs at the Ministry of Manpower.

Highlighting the career development and training opportunities available to qualified Omani nationals, the bank personnel were on hand to meet enthusiastic job seekers and interact with them on various career options. The graduating CBFS students submitted CVs expressing keen desire to work with the Sultanate’s leading financial in-

stitution, says a press release.

With the Omanisation level above 94 per cent, Bank Muscat seizes every opportunity to extend support to Omani nationals seeking career development and training opportunities. Over the years, Bank Muscat has adopted innovative strategies to equip Omani employees to take up leadership positions in tandem with future challenges. The bank has developed a comprehensive Learning & Development strategy for skill and knowledge enhancement vis-à-vis the requirement of various departments.

The bank continuously invests to build human capacity and create career opportunities for highly-qualified Omani nationals.

The bank has been able to derive maximum mileage out of its HR processes as most of its middle and senior management cadres are drawn from within the bank.

Bank Muscat has achieved qualitative advance in the human resources sector as it attracts the best Omani cadres for employment at all levels. The bank’s gen-

A’Saffa launches unique social media campaign Through ‘A’Saffa Meals and Memories’, now running on A’Saffa Foods’ Facebook and YouTube channels, the brand will bring its patrons delicious innovative fusion food recipes, fun tips, easy cooking hacks and much more

MUSCAT: A’Saffa Foods, the Sultanate’s largest fully integrated poultry and value added ready to cook products producer, announced the launch of its latest social media campaign – ‘Meals and Memories’ that comprises a series of brand videos featuring their brand ambassador Chef Issa Al Lamki.

Through ‘A’Saffa Meals and Memories’, now running on A’Saffa Foods’ Facebook and YouTube channels, the brand will bring its patrons delicious innovative fusion food recipes, fun tips, easy cooking hacks and much more, using the brand’s A’Saffa and Khayrat products that are filled with natural wholesome-

ness, says a press release.

The ‘Meals and Memories’ campaign was conceptualised keeping in mind A’Saffa Foods Corporate philosophy - ‘core values of healthy food, health and happiness’; and aims to extend the thought and successfully leverage it on social media by intertwining it within popular culture, and hence ‘Meals and Memories’ creation. The campaign is grounded in real people, and A’Saffa’s commitment to delivering the best possible poultry product to them. The brand ideology of ‘Healthy Heating and Healthy Living’, emphasises this commitment, the campaign videos also highlight A’Saffa’s brand values.

“I am always on the lookout for pure and premium ingredients and produce; and love A’Saffa’s naturally-fed, hygienically raised, farm-fresh chicken,” said Chef Issa Al Lamki on the sidelines of the brand’s first video’s shoot. “I love all things Omani and A’Saffa

with its varied range of food products is no different. The brand is the perfect example of a 100% Omani brand, delivering 100% halal, tasty, natural healthy food; and helps chefs like me, as well as home cooks to create nutritious food - turning every meal into a treasured memory.”

“The A’Saffa brand is synonymous with health, nutrition and convenience; and the campaign allows us to share a little more of ourselves with our consumers – helping them create Meals as well as Memories,” said Sidhartha Lenka, head of Marketing and Sales, A’Saffa Foods. “Through the campaign, Chef Issa Al Lamki will help personify our brand further, and engage with consumers in a fun and new way. You’ll also see him and the brand involved in more local events across the Sultanate. All this and more will be covered and brought to you across our pages and handles on social media channels.”

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der diversity is also notable as 48 per cent of employees are women holding various positions, including senior management positions.

Bank Muscat is keen to develop

its leadership pool from among the young Omanis, and thereby contribute to Oman’s future by investing in talent which is the real wealth of the nation.

Bank Muscat is the first bank in the world to win the prestigious Level 3 People Capability Maturity Model (PCMM) certification

by Carnegie Melon University, USA. The PCMM certification groups Bank Muscat with an elite group of global organisations which have achieved benchmark HR standards.

Bank Muscat is also an Investor in People (IiP) certified organisation, endorsing its human resources management practices in conformity with benchmark international standards.

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New Sohar Islamic branch inaugurated in Al Khoud MUSCAT: Following its soft opening in March, Sohar Islamic - Bank Sohar’s Islamic Banking Window, has now formally opened the doors to its new branch in Al Khoud.

The opening ceremony for the branch was held under the auspices of Sheikh Ibrahim Yahya Abdullah Al Rawahi, Wali of Wilayat of Al Seeb recently marking Sohar Islamic’s 5th branch, says a press release.

The opening of the new branch took place in the presence of Rashad Ali Al Musafir, Acting CEO, Munira Abdulnabi Macki, GM of HR and Corporate Support, Salim Khamis Saif Al Maskari, DGM and head of Sohar Islamic, Mazin Mahmood Al Raisi, Senior AGM and head of Marketing and Customer Experience, and Khadija Saleh Al Sibani, senior branch manager of the new branch, together with other Sohar Islamic and Bank Sohar executive management members.

The official opening commenced with a commemorative ribbon cutting ceremony by Sheikh Ibrahim Yahya Abdullah Al Rawahi, followed by a tour of the branch and the distribution of coffee and halwa to the attendees.

Salim Hamood Al Habsi, Senior - manager Product Development at Sohar Islamic then provided

the guests with a detailed overview of all the features and facilities of the new branch.

The event concluded with Rashad Al Musafir presenting a token of appreciation to Ibrahim Al Rawahi on behalf of the bank.

Rashad Al Musafir said, “In the nearly four years since Islamic banking was first introduced into Oman, it has succeeded in proving its competitiveness and now has a strong presence in the financial and banking sector – a fact reflected in the growing demand for Sharia-compliant services.

“This has enabled Sohar Islamic to become an increasingly vital part of our operations in Oman. The opening of this new branch in Al Khoud underlines our dedication to this growth of Sohar Islamic as well as serving the growing needs of our customers in the area.”

The new branch features ample parking space and houses a spacious design with clear demarcation of the areas covering a range of customer friendly facilities. The fully functional branch is manned by qualified staff offering customers with the entire range of Sharia-compliant Islamic banking products and services from Sunday to Thursday 8am till 2pm.

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cal and legal committees for their dedication and hard work which led to the success of the season.

“I take this opportunity to thank the Ministry of Sports Affairs, the various government departments and the Royal Oman Police for the great cooperation and active contributions to the success of the season. I would also like to thank all OFA partners for supporting the association as well as its programmes and activities throughout the season,” he said.

Saham managed to score the matchwinning goal in the second-half injury time to seal the victory

MUSCAT: Saham overcame Al Khabourah for a solitary goal victory and to lay their hands on the prestigious His Majesty’s Cup football trophy for only second time on Saturday.

In an exciting final played at the Sohar Sports Complex, Saham managed to score the match-winning goal in the second-half injury time to seal the victory.

Lt. Gen. Hassan bin Mohsin Al Shuraiqi, Inspector General of Police and Customs, presided over the final match and handed over the trophy in the presence of Minister of Sports Affairs Sheikh Saad bin Mohammed Al Saadi, Oman Football Association (OFA) chief Sayyid Khalid Al Busaidi and other dignitaries.

Though the match, after a goalless first session, came alive in the second half with both Saham and Al Khabourah pressing on the ac-

CHAMPIONS: The members of victorious Saham team pose for a group photo after winning defeating Al Khabourah in HM’s Cup football final at Sohar Sports Complex on Saturday. – ISMAIL AL FARSI/Times of Oman

celerator neither team succeeded in opening their account for the 90 minutes of play.

When it looked like the match will go beyond the regulation time, Mohammed Mattar clinched the issue in Saham’s favour with a match-winning goal three minutes into the injury time.

While the result shattered Al Kharabouh’s dream of a maiden title, Saham succeeded in lifting the trophy for the second time, adding to the one they won back in 2009-10.

Saham also joined Suwaiq and Oman as two-time winners.

Fanja had won the coveted trophy for a record nine times fol-

lowed by Dhofar (8 times), AhliSidab (5), Al Arouba, Al Nasr (both 4), Sur and Seeb (both 3 times).

Muscat and Al Talee’a had lifted the trophy one time each.

Earlier, OFA chief Sayyid Khalid Al Busaidi, said the prestigious His Majesty’s Cup football championship, since its inception has led to the development of quality of football in the country and produced a number of stars, which in turn contributed to the evolution of the game both at the club and the national level.

Referring to the conclusion of a successful 2015-16 season, the OFA chief said the season saw improvement in quality of football

while the Oman football continued with the march of professionalism.

“We at the Oman Football Association as well as the football family in Oman are delighted at the development taking place and we are proud of what has been achieved so far under the professionally run system,” he said.

“I want to thank all the board members of the clubs for their cooperation with the OFA and for their contribution to the success of all competitions in 2015-2016 season,” he said.

The OFA chief also thanked members of various committees at the OFA, including the techni-

INSIDE LIFESTYLE

PART deal Meanwhile, the OFA announced a three-season deal with the Public Authority for Radio and Television (PART). In a press statement, the OFA said: “Public Authority for Radio and Television and the OFA are pleased to announce reaching an agreement between them on TV broadcasting rights of all competitions and matches organised

by OFA, including those related to Oman Professional League.

“Under this agreement, there will be a marketing partnership between the two parties. PART and OFA will be sharing revenues from related television advertising which shall ensure financial returns to OFA and its member clubs, depending on the advertising market.

“The period of this agreement will be for three seasons starting from the 2016-2017 season,” the statement added.

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Warner powers Hyderabad to win over RCB HYDERABAD: Swashbuckling opener David Warner slammed a whirlwind 50-ball 92 to set up a comfortable 15-run win for Sunrisers Hyderabad over Royal Challengers Bangalore in their IPL match here on Saturday.

Warner hit nine fours and five sixes and shared a 124-run stand for the second wicket with Kane Williamson (50) to power Hyderabad to an imposing 194-5 after they were inserted by Bangalore following a delayed start due to rain.

The hosts then returned to restrict Bangalore for 179 for 6 and notch up their fourth win in seven matches. It was RCB’s fourth loss in six matches.

RCB lost their first wicket when skipper Virat Kohli (14) stepped out and tried to play an uppish shot only to hold out to Ashish Reddy at backward point.

Lokesh Rahul smashed a 28-ball 51 studded with six boundaries and a six but he was dismissed by Henriques on the last ball of the 10th over when he tried to run the ball down to third man only to end up giving a catch to wicket-keeper Naman Ojha as RCB slipped to 83-2.

AB de Villiers had conjured up hopes of a successful run chase for a brief period but he was soon caught at long-on by a diving Williamson. The South African blasted 47 runs off 32 balls with the help of three fours and two sixes.

Brief scores: Sunrisers Hyderabad 194/5 in 20 overs (David Warner 92; Kane Richardson 2/45) bt Royal Challengers Bangalore 179/6 in 20 overs (Lokesh Rahul 51; Ashish Nehra 1/32). - PTI

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Nair and Billings shine in Daredevils win over KKR Daredevils overcame loss of two wickets in the first over to post a challenging 186 for eight and then skittled KKR for 159 with nine balls to spare

NEW DELHI: Young batsman Karun Nair and debutant Sam Billings batted with a lot of responsibility before their bowlers came good as Delhi Daredevils displaced Kolkata Knight Riders from the second spot with a comfortable 27-run win in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match, on Saturday.

The hosts overcame loss of two wickets in the first over to post a challenging 186 for eight after being invited to bat and skittled out the visitors for 159 with nine balls to spare at the Feroz Shah Kotla ground. Thanks to fighting half centuries by Nair (68 off 50 balls) and Billings (54 off 34 balls) combined with Carlos Brathwaite’s (34 off 11) finishing touches, Daredevils’ innings shaped well as they registered their best total against KKR. Brathwaite also took three wickets when Daredevils bowled as the West Indian broke the KKR middle order. It was first defeat for KKR in this tournament while chasing as except opener Robin Uthappa (72 off 52) no other batsman showed resistance.

Both Nair and Billings impressed with their batting as they desisted from swinging the bat wildly, playing proper cricketing shots. They were comfortable

YOUNG STARS: Delhi Daredevils’ Karun Nair, centre, and Sam Billings celebrate after their win over

Kolkata Knight Riders in their IPL match at Feroz Shah Kotla in New Delhi on Saturday. – PTI

against both pacers and spinners, building the innings with smart cricket. Braithwaite played true to his big-hitting reputation by smashing 34 with three sixes and as many fours to ensure that the hosts end with a bang.

KKR had packed their attack with three spinners but they could not make an impression. Only Brad Hogg completed his quota of four overs and combined with Sunil Narine and Piyush Chawla, the trio conceded 85 runs in nine over.

Andre Russell was the most impressive KKR bowler with figures of 4-0-26-3 while Umesh Yadav (3/33) also picked three wickets.

Zaheer Khan did exactly what he was expected to do after not-sogreat performance in the previous matches by bowling with a lot of venom and taking two early wickets.

He had rival skipper Gautam Gambhir (6) caught off a leading

edge at covers and trapped Piyush Chawla (8), who was promoted up the order. The wickets had an effect on KKR’s run-rate as they managed 43 in the six Power-play overs. In the sixth over a dog sneaked into the ground and struggled to find his way out, much to the amusement of players and fans.

Opener Robin Uthappa was keeping one end tight but Yusuf Pathan (10) started his walk back to dug out when he handed an easy catch to Amit Mishra off Braithwaite. In came Suryakumar Yadav and with Uthappa he took KKR to 88 for three in 10 overs with team requiring 99 more in last 10 overs.

Suryakumar’s knock ended when he failed to connect one from Brathwaite and was taken splendidly by Shreyas Iyer. Uthappa got to his fifty with a six off Mishra but had lost R Sathish by then. He hit

another four off Mishra as KKR now needed 60 off last five overs.

Required run-rate was mounting and when Uthappa was sent back by Chris Morris it was all over for KKR. Earlier, Russell rattled the host camp by removing both the Delhi openers — Shreyas Iyer (0) and Quinton De Kock (1) — in the first over of the match.

Iyer was caught plumb in front of the wicket and De Kock miscued a pull that landed safely in the hands of Brad Hogg.

It was now left to Nair and Sanju Samson to build the innings. Both the young batsman showed good composure, playing brilliantly with straight bat.

Their shots were proper cricketing strokes. They drove effortlessly and were elegant when played through the leg side.

KKR skipper Gautam Gambhir

brought in Narine and the West Indies spinner sent back Samson (15), bringing debutant Billings on the crease. Nair kept going strong, flicking Russell for a four when bowled up and reverse swept Narine. The young English batsman, Billings also made an impression as he pulled a short one from Umesh Yadav, who bowled at a good speed.

Nair consistently rotated the stroke and found odd boundaries as the hosts managed 70 runs on the board at half-way stage.

As Billings grew in confidence, he too started to play his shots. And he too played proper shots instead of swinging his bat wildly at everything and anything. His cover drives off Hogg was a treat to watch.

Karun swept Narine to square leg boundary to complete his halfcentury. His fifty came off 39 balls and followed it up with another shot to the ropes.

Billings too pressed the accelerator button, hitting Holder for the first six of the innings. It was pitched outside off but Billings went down and picked and swept it over square leg.

Nair lofted Umesh Yadav elegantly for a six over long-off but was trapped by the paceman in the next ball. It brought Chris Morris to the crease but the South African could not repeat his last-match heroics and was bowled for a duck by Yadav.

In his usual attacking way, Braithwaite treated the home fans with a flurry of boundaries. He lofted Hogg for a six after finding consecutive boundaries off Yadav.

Billings found his fifty with a six off Hogg but was dismissed by Yadav, castled on a slower full toss.

However he had the done job for his side by then.

Brief scores: Delhi Daredevils 186 for eight in 20 overs (Karun Nair 68, Sam Billings 54; Andre Russell 3/26, Umesh Yadav 3/33) beat Kolkata Knight Riders 159 all out in 18.3 overs (Robin Uthappa 72; Zaheer Khan 3/21, Carlos Brathwaite 3/47). — PTI

LA LIGA

Bale keeps Real’s title hopes burning MADRID: Gareth Bale again came to Real Madrid’s rescue by heading home the winner in a 1-0 win at Real Sociedad on Saturday that keeps their title hopes alive.

The Wales international, who had scored twice as Madrid came from two goals down to win 3-2 at Rayo Vallecano last weekend, again delivered when it mattered, nodding in Lucas Vazquez’s cross in the 80th minute.

The win took Real temporarily to the top of La Liga on 84 points.

With top scorers Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema injured, it was again up to Bale to lead the line for Madrid, with coach Zinedine Zidane making five changes from the team that drew 0-0 at Manchester City in the Champions League semifinal first leg in midweek.

Bale missed two early chances

to score, firing a James Rodriguez through ball wide and also missing the target from a header.

He also squandered his clearest chance just before the hour mark, failing to beat Geronimo Rulli from close range. Yet Bale compensated by breaking the deadlock with 10 minutes remaining, leaping at the near post to glance Vazquez’s cross into the top corner for his 19th goal of the campaign. - Reuters

NEW EVENT

Inter-club squash tournament from May 5 MUSCAT: The inaugural Oman inter-club squash tournament will take place from May 5.

According to chief organiser Tahir Taghlib Al Barwani, also an active player, the three-day tournament will be take place in two venues — Ras Al Hamra Club and the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex.

The preliminary round matches and semifinals will be played at the Ras Al Hamra Club and the finals, to be played on the evening of May 7, will be played at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex.

The clubs who will be taking part in the tournament are Muscat, Oman, Seeb, Quriyat, Ahli-Sidab , Al Ittifaq, Al Mudhaibi, Bidiya, Nizwa, Fanja, Samail, Sohar, Saham, Dhofar, Salalah and Al Nasr.

The participating teams will be divided into two groups and after the preliminary rounds the top two from each group will qualify for the semifinals.

CRICKET

India announce Windies tour to revive ties NEW DELHI: India will tour West Indies in July-August for a four-match Test series which will mark the resumption of bilateral ties between them, the cricket boards announced on Saturday.

Relations between the two boards turned sour after a visiting Caribbean team pulled out midway through their 2014 tour of India over a protracted pay dispute with the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB).

The Board for Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) immediately suspended all planned Caribbean tours and demanded nearly $42 million in damages from its West Indian counterpart already grappling with a fund crunch and a players’ revolt.

“BCCI is happy to resume their bilateral ties with WICB,” BCCI Secretary Anurag Thakur said in a statement.

“We recognise that West Indies has a huge role to play in the development of cricket and we are happy to support their endeavours.”

Indian cricket board president Shashank Manohar confirmed in an interview last week that India had dropped the damages claim. - Reuters

EPL

Everton beat Bournemouth LONDON: Under-pressure Everton manager Roberto Martinez enjoyed some respite as his struggling side won for the first time in eight league matches defeating Bournemouth 2-1 in the Premier League on Saturday.

The Goodison Park clash between two sides with little to play for apart from pride began in lively fashion with two goals inside the opening 10 minutes.

First Tom Cleverley fired Everton ahead but Bournemouth responded almost immediately with Marc Pugh rolling the ball home from close range. Fears of a ninth home defeat in all competitions this season for Everton subsided, however, when Leighton Baines scored his side’s winner, slamming home Aaron Lennon’s cross.

Meanwhile, Newcastle United moved out of the relegation zone with a vital 1-0 home win over Crystal Palace.

The result lifted the Magpies to 17th position on 33 points from 36 games. Sunderland have 32 from 35 and Norwich have 31 from 34. Bottom-placed Aston Villa have already been relegated.

West Ham set a new club points record in the league with Mark Noble scoring twice in an easy 3-0 victory at West Bromwich Albion. West Ham stretched their unbeaten run to 10 league games, moving above Manchester United on goal difference into fifth place with 59 points. Their previous best points haul was in 199899 when they came fifth with 57 points. - Reuters

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SPORTS Bonanza for PTI champion players A beaming team boss K.K. Mohandas watched as Oman Cricket vicechairman Ali Moosa Al Lawati handed over the prizes for every member of the Premier Division 50-over title winning Passage to India team

T.K. MOHANDOSS sportseditor@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: It was bonanza time for the Passage To India (PTI) players as the team management felicitated them for winning the 50-over Premier Division League of the Oman Cricket 2015-16 season.

A beaming team boss K.K. Mohandas watched as Oman Cricket vice-chairman Ali Moosa Yousuf Al Lawati handed over the cash prizes for every individual (players

and support staff ) for the remarkable achievement on behalf of the PTI management.

“It’s time to celebrate this achievement — we have won the Premier Division title in the very first year.

This one is much sweeter than our previous triumphs in Oman Cricket League,” said Mohandas.

“Every individual (be it our own players, guest players and the support staff ) constituting the team need special mention for their hard work and the best part of this is that we maintained a clean slate,” he added.

“This win is very special for us.

We as a team have worked very hard on all aspects of the game. We have a very complete team who performed to their potential even with our primary players on international duty,” he added PTI in the Premier Division had finished on top with 30 points (six wins and one washed-out game).

Behind them in the order were Muscat CT and Assarain CT. When Mohandas started his PTI team way back in 2010 his main motto was to provide chance to youngsters and make them knock at the door of the national team.

In order to improve the standard of the game he also brought in players from Uganda, Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.

“I have not always looked just for victories, but have been always committed to bring in good talent, provide them with opportunities,

FELICITATED: Members of the Passage to India team pose for a group photo after the felicitation cer-

emony. – JUN ESTRADA / Times of Oman

nurture the talent and push them to perform to their best. I love competition; only then will the level of cricket in Oman improve. I am a strong believer that with the right infrastructure, training and opportunities, Oman will go a long way in domestic and international cricket,” he said.

PTI currently has three national team players — Amir Kaleem, Amir Ali and Bilal Khan. All the three have been major contributors for Passage to India in the domestic

league and for the cricket in Oman.

Oman’s vice-captain Jatinder Singh also has represented PTI for three years in the past.

Amir Ali was a standout player in the national team’s recent World T20 game against Ireland.

For Mohandas, Amir, who has been PTI’s match winner many-atime, is the AB de Villiers of Oman.

“The game isn’t over as long as Amir Ali is still on the pitch,” quipped Mohandas, who says he never loses hope till Ali is out in the middle.

SAILING

Oman Air climb up despite tricky conditions MUSCAT: The breeze in Qingdao, China returned to its baffling best on the second day of the Extreme Sailing Series Act 2 creating four different winners from five races, including Oman Sail’s GC32 Oman Air. Reading the constant shifts in wind direction and strength proved to be the biggest challenge of the day for the eight crews on Fushan Bay and none of them mastered completely the variations and deviations though Morgan Larson and Oman Air were alone in posting two race victories.

Mixed up with a few off-the-podium finishes, these wins put Oman Air in third place overall on the leaderboard, eight points behind joint leaders Alinghi and Sail Portugal. With two days of racing left, this was a healthy and happy position to be in, commented Larson.

“It was not the day we set out for but we are still happy,” he said.

“It was very challenging sailing inside the marina in such a confined place in these conditions. We were up and down but all in all, we were only two or three points from having the best day of any of the teams.

“We missed a few opportunities but everyone sailed well. The team did a super job and worked well together and we were feeling really confident. We did not put forward our best day — there was some skill and some luck out there and we just have to capitalise.”

Oman Air started Act 2 in China as favourites to win after their re-

MIXED DAY: Oman Air in action in the Extreme Sailing Series Act 2 in Qingdao, China. – Supplied photo

sounding victory in the opening round in Muscat, Oman. This opening success was all the more notable given a major change in squad for the 2016 season, with Larson and James Wierzbowski coming in for Leigh McMillan and Sarah Ayton, previously on Oman Sail’s The Wave, Muscat with Pete Greenhalgh, Nasser Al Mashari and Ed Smyth.

The change to foiling GC32s also caused minimal disruption to a winning habit in the Extreme Sailing Series that has seen a team from

Oman Sail crowned Extreme Sailing Series champions on three occasions. With Pete, Nasser and Ed, inspirational power dynamos, in place as the core of Oman Air they were confident of continuing their strong tradition, according to Larson.

“Tomorrow, we will continue doing what we are doing now and it will come our way,” he said. “We will not be changing a thing.”

The breeze had been challenging but not surprising, added Omani bowman Al Mashari.

“We have sailed a lot on this race course with the Extreme 40s. It is normal for us to experience these difficulties because the wind is so shifty; it is up and down and difficult for everyone. We are in 3rd place, eight points behind the leaders with two more days to go. Hopefully, there will be a more constant breeze tomorrow.”

Racing continues on Sunday when the teams get to grips with conditions in the Stadium inside Fushan Bay.

One of the key elements for PTI this year was the inclusion of guest player Zulqarnain Haider Syed, former Pakistan wicket-keeper batsman.

Zulqarnain has been a delight to watch this season as he bolstered PTI with great catches behind the wickets and also crucial knocks to help the team out of crunch situations.

Another addition Benjamin too proved his worth and so did Bilal Bhatt (highest wicket-taker), who stood up when Bilal Khan was doing national duty.

Meanwhile, PTI captain Aamir Kaleem was all praise for his boss Mohandas and thanked him.

“This is a team which sets an amazing environment to play. Our boss comes for all our practice sessions, celebrates with us, works out strategies for every game,” said the captain.

“He supports us on and off the field in cricket. We feel so great to be a part of the team and hence always give our best whenever we go out to play. He has given a lot of the boys and myself a secured lifestyle that we have nothing to worry about and give our 100 per cent to the game,” added the PTI captain, who is also preparing for the upcoming ICC World Cricket League Division 5 in Jersey.

“We are working hard and hope to do well in Jersey,” said Kaleem.

On the other hand Amir Ali, who suffered a blow on right hand during their win against Assarain in the knock-out tournament on Friday, has cast a shadow on his sojourn with the Oman national team.

“It is a fracture and will take two weeks to recover,” said Amir, but hoped to be ready for the WCL tournament. With the national team leaving for Jersey mid-May, Amir is unlikely to play in PTI’s next game.

Regarding his bowling action test in Chennai after being reported during the World T20, Amir said: “No report has come so far and according to coach (Duleep Mendis) he can continue to bowl.”

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FIVE-RUN WIN: OCT Seeb who defeated SARCO team.

FACILE VICTORY : NYDT after their win over Ooredoo A. – Supplied photos

EASY OUTING: ISC celebrate their win over Mardhuf Shopping.

Renaissance, ISC, NYDT, Powertech, OCT Seeb post contrasting victories Batting first, Renaissance scored 225 for three in 20 overs, largely thanks to Jahanzeb Ashgar’s unbeaten 101. In reply, Al Amerat were bowled out for 119 in 17.2 overs

MUSCAT: Renaissance recorded a massive 106-run victory over OCT Al Amerat in a Khimji Ramdas sponsored Senior Division Knockout match played at the Municipality Ground II during the afternoon session on Friday.

Batting first, Renaissance scored 225 for three in 20 overs, largely thanks to Jahanzeb Ashgar’s unbeaten 101. In reply, Al Amerat were bowled out for 119 in 17.2 overs. Abdul Aziz top scored

with 50. Faisal Jerome claimed five wickets for Renaissance.

Brief scores: Renaissance 225/3 in 19.4 overs (Jahanzeb Ashgar 101 n.o.) bt OCT Al Amerat 119 in 17.2 overs (Abdul Aziz 50; Faisal Jerome 5/12).

In another Senior Division Knockout match, Indian Social Club (ISC) defeated Mardhuf Shopping by nine wickets.

Batting first, Mardhuf Shopping were bowled out for 127 in 18.1

RENAISSANCE STARS: Faisal and Jahanzeb. – Supplied photos

overs. Shuaib Balushi top scored with 35. Ansar Ansari was the best ISC bowler with three wickets. In reply, ISC scored 129 for the loss of just one wicket in 11.4 overs. Ma-

her Asher and Bishen Singh scored 40 not out and 42 respectively.

Brief scores: Mardhuf Shopping 127 in 18.1 overs (Shuaib Al Balushi 35; Ansar Ansari 3/31) lost

to ISC 129/1 in 11.4 overs (Bishen Singh 42).

Meanwhile, National Youth Development Team (NYDT) recorded a 21-run win over Ooredoo A. Batting first, NYDT scored 145 for seven in 20 overs with Shuaib Ismail top scoring with 50. Nowfal RK claimed four wickets for Ooredoo A. In reply, Ooredoo A were bowled out for 124 in 18.3 overs. Gustav Burger top scored with 48. Jaspreet Singh picked up four wickets for NYDT. Brief scores: NYDT 145/7 in 20 overs (Shuaib Ismail 50; Nowfal RK 4/27) bt Ooredoo A 124 in 18.3 overs (Gustav Burger 48; Jaspreet Singh 4/23).

In another Senior Division Knockout match, Powertech defeated New Media by four wickets.

Batting first, New Media scored 161 for eight in 20 overs with Imran Rijvi top scoring with 42. Manikandan claimed four wickets for Pow-

ertech. In reply, Powertech scored 164 for six in 19.5 overs. Prabhakaran top scored with 50 and was ably supported by Anburaj with 48.

Brief scores: New Media 161/8 in 20 overs (Imran Rijvi 42; Manikandan 4/29) lost to Powertech 164/6 in 19.5 overs (Prabhakaran 50).

In another Senior Division Knockout match, OCT Seeb defeated SARCO by five runs. Batting first, OCT Seeb scored 140 for eight in 20 overs with Majid Hussain top scoring with 50. Nishad Mada claimed three wickets for SARCO. In reply, SARCO were bowled out for 135 in 19.3 overs. Murtaza Shah top scored with 35. Yousuf, Issam, Majid and Issa chipped in with two wickets apiece for OCT Seeb.

Brief scores: OCT Seeb 140/8 in 20 overs (Majid Hussain 50; Nishad Mada 3/23) bt SARCO 135 in 19.3 overs (Murtaza Shah 35; Majid Hussain 2/19).

F1

More misery for Hamilton as Rosberg takes pole in Russia SOCHI: Formula One championship leader Nico Rosberg seized pole position for the Russian Grand Prix on Saturday after a power unit failure piled more misery on Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton.

The German, chasing his seventh successive win and fourth of the season, clinched one of the easiest poles of his career and will be joined on the front row by Finland’s Valtteri Bottas in a Williams. Ferrari’s Sebastian Vettel qualified second but has a fiveplace grid penalty for an unscheduled gearbox change.

“I was quite confident that the lap was good enough,” said Rosberg, whose best effort was a hefty 0.706 seconds faster than Vettel’s.

“In Quali Two Ferrari was quite far away and I knew that Lewis was unable to participate in the last part of qualifying. I was very sure it was going to be enough,” added the German, who also took pole last year in Sochi.

It was the 24th pole of Ros-

berg’s career and the 40th in 42 races for champions Mercedes.

Hamilton, the triple world champion and winner in Russia for the past two years but 36 points behind Rosberg in a season full of setbacks, saw his luck desert him in qualifying for the second race in a row.

The Briton had been quickest on Friday and in final practice but was sidelined from the final 10-car showdown for pole when his car’s power unit failed during the second phase. He is set to start 10th, unless he collects any further penalties.

“It’s the second engine I took at the last race and it’s the same failure as the last race,” said an unhappy Hamilton, who was also summoned to the stewards for failing to follow the race director’s instructions at turn two.

In China two weeks ago Hamilton started from the back of the grid after he failed to set any lap time in qualifying due to a power unit failure. The Briton, who took

pole in the first two races of the season but then made slow starts, fought back to seventh in the race in Shanghai.

“It’s a very bizarre situation,” Mercedes motorsport head Toto Wolff told Sky Sports television.

“It seems like the same failure as in Shanghai, which means we have to reassess the root cause of the failure. He seems to have all the bad luck and the other side of the garage has all the luck... It’s getting tough for Lewis now and I have no doubt he will come out of it. But he has every right to be upset.”

Ferrari’s Kimi Raikkonen and Williams’ Brazilian Felipe Massa will share the second row with Australian Daniel Ricciardo behind for Red Bull with Force India’s Sergio Perez sixth.

Vettel starts in seventh place with Russian Daniil Kvyat, the Red Bull driver that the German accused in China of behaving like a ‘madman’ and overtaking ‘like a torpedo’ as the Ferraris collided, together on the fourth row. - Reuters

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An ear infection usually is caused by bacteria and often begins after a child has a sore throat, cold, or other upper respiratory infection. If the upper respiratory infection is bacterial, these same bacteria may spread to the middle ear; if the upper respiratory infection is caused by a virus, such as a cold, bacteria may be drawn to the microbefriendly environment and move into the middle ear as a secondary infection. Because of the infection, ďŹ&#x201A;uid builds up behind the eardrum.

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Mild earache is often due to a build-up of mucus in the middle ear after a cold. This usually clears within a few days. Pain that you feel in the ear can be referred pain from other causes such as tooth problems or the jaw joint.

How to Treat an Acute Middle Ear Infection?

Normally the child will start crying or tugging at his ear. Never panic in such situation, many parents put oil or any liquid that they get in the house to decrease the pain.

Give your child some paracetamol or ibuprofen, calm the child down and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t use any ear drops without recommendation of a doctor.

Ear drops when used without recommendation can at times cause severe repercussions.

Antibiotics Antibiotics are not advised in most cases. This is because the infection usually clears within 2-3 days on its own and antibiotics make little or no difference to the speed of this. There are many good reasons not to take antibiotics.

If your doctor isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t able to make a deďŹ nite diagnosis of OME and your child doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have severe ear pain or a fever, your doctor might ask you to wait a day or two to see if the earache goes away.

As per the paediatrics guidelines, doctors are advised to observe and closely follow these children

Very rarely, the infection spreads deeper into the inner ear, brain or other nearby tissues. This can cause various symptoms that can affect the brain and nearby nerves, including abscess and meningitis. You should always consult a doctor if a child with earache: Ä&#x160; )' -Ĺ&#x2014;'), Ĺ&#x2014;#&&Ä&#x201E; Ä&#x160;Ĺ&#x2014; -Ĺ&#x2014; (Ĺ&#x2014; #&&( --Ĺ&#x2014; 1"# "Ĺ&#x2014; - '-Ĺ&#x2014; severe to you. Ä&#x160; Ĺ&#x2014;) -Ĺ&#x2014;().Ĺ&#x2014;#'*,)0 Ĺ&#x2014;)0 ,Ĺ&#x2014; 2-3 days. Ä&#x160; -Ĺ&#x2014; Ĺ&#x2014;. '* , ./, Ĺ&#x2014; )0 Ĺ&#x2014;Ă˝Ä&#x192;Ä˝ Ä&#x201E;Ĺ&#x2014; A fever like this is not generally considered a danger to your child.

Children develop high temperatures in many common illnesses, including ear infections, urinary tract infections, roseola (a common childhood virus), and ďŹ&#x201A;u.

However, when the temperature #-Ĺ&#x2014; )0 Ĺ&#x2014; Ă˝Ä&#x192;Ä˝ Ĺ&#x2014; 3)/,Ĺ&#x2014; "#& Ĺ&#x2014; #-Ĺ&#x2014; '), Ĺ&#x2014; likely to have an illness or infection that needs your doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s help.

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Precaution and Prevention Most children have at least two bouts of ear infection before they are 5 years old. These are caused by common viral infections which circulate in the general population and against which your child is not immune. There is generally nothing you can do to prevent the infection from occurring.

Currently, the best way to prevent ear infections is to reduce the risk factors associated with them.

Here are some things you might want to do to lower your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s risk for ear infections. Ä&#x160; #( . Ĺ&#x2014;3)/,Ĺ&#x2014; "#& Ĺ&#x2014; ! #(-.Ĺ&#x2014; the flu. Make sure your child gets the inďŹ&#x201A;uenza, or ďŹ&#x201A;u vaccine every year. Ä&#x160; -"Ĺ&#x2014;" ( -Ĺ&#x2014; , +/ (.&3Ä&#x201E;Ĺ&#x2014; -"ing hands prevents the spread of germs and can help keep your child from catching a cold or the ďŹ&#x201A;u. Ä&#x160; 0)# Ĺ&#x2014; 2*)-#(!Ĺ&#x2014;3)/,Ĺ&#x2014; 3Ĺ&#x2014; to cigarette smoke. Studies have shown that babies who are around smokers have more ear infections. Ä&#x160; 0 ,Ĺ&#x2014; */.Ĺ&#x2014; 3)/,Ĺ&#x2014; 3Ĺ&#x2014; down for a nap, or for the night, with a bottle. Ä&#x160; )(Ä&#x201C;.Ĺ&#x2014; &&)1Ĺ&#x2014; -# %Ĺ&#x2014; "#&dren to spend time together.

As much as possible, limit your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exposure to other children when your child or your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playmates are sick.

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How Long Will it Take for a Child to Get Better?

Your child should start feeling better within a few days after visiting the doctor. If its been several days and your child still seems sick, call your doctor. Your child might need a different antibiotic.

Once the infection clears, ďŹ&#x201A;uid may still remain in the middle ear but usually disappears within three to six weeks.

Most children have at least two bouts of ear infection before they are ďŹ ve years old. These are caused by common viral infections which circulate in the general population and against which a child is not immune.

with ear infections that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be deďŹ nitively diagnosed, especially those between the ages of 6 months to 2 years. If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no improvement within 48 to 72 hours from when symptoms began, the guidelines recommend doctors start antibiotic therapy.

Sometimes ear pain isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t caused by infection, and some ear infections may get better without antibiotics. Using antibiotics

cautiously and with good reason helps prevent the development of bacteria that become resistant to antibiotics.

Possible Complications It is common for some ďŹ&#x201A;uid (mucus) to remain behind the eardrum after the infection clears.

This may cause dulled hearing for a while. This usually clears within a week or so and hearing

then returns to normal. Sometimes the mucus does not clear properly and â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;glue earâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; may develop. Hearing may then remain dulled. Repeated ear infections (for example, due to having several colds in a row) can lead to glue ear. See a doctor if dulled hearing persists after an ear infection has gone, or if you suspect your child is having difficulty in hearing.

If the eardrum bursts (perfo-

rates) then it usually heals over within a few weeks once the infection clears. In some cases the perforation remains long-term and may need treatment to ďŹ x it.

If a child is normally healthy then the risk of other serious complications developing from an ear infection is very small. Rarely, a serious infection of the bone behind the ear develops from an ear infection. This is called mastoiditis.

What Happens if the Child Keeps Getting Ear Infections?

Some children may continue to have middle ear infections, sometimes as many as ďŹ ve or six a year. Your doctor may want to wait for several months to see if things get better on their own but, if the infections keep coming back and antibiotics arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t helping, many doctors will recommend a surgical procedure that places a small ventilation tube in the eardrum to improve air ďŹ&#x201A;ow and prevent ďŹ&#x201A;uid backup in the middle ear. The most commonly used tubes stay in place for six to nine months and require follow-up visits until they fall out. If placement of the tubes still doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t prevent infections, a doctor may consider removing the adenoids to prevent infection from spreading to the Eustachian tubes. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Dr Benaifer Bilimoria is ENT at Atlas Hospital, Al Ghubra, Oman

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5 Ways to Revamp your Run

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ave you ever wished you could just snap your fingers and be able to run a marathon? If only it were that easy. Whether you’re training for a race, want to get in shape or simply enjoy the rhythm of your feet hitting the pavement, running takes consistency and practice.

No matter where you fall on the running spectrum, there’s always room for improvement, says Rebekah Mayer, National Run Training Manager for Life Time Fitness based in the US —The Healthy Way of Life Company. “If you’re striving to become a better runner, you might need to make some changes or switch up your routine.”

Below are five tips from Mayer to help amp up your run so you can feel great while making each workout count: Ease Into your Outdoor Runs If you’ve been hitting the treadmill all this while and are just beginning to run outdoors, take it slow. Pavement is harder on your knees and joints than a treadmill

belt, and your running form is a little different when you’re outside on the ground. Start by taking some easy workouts outdoors, and then progress into harder workouts. By then, all the trails will be fully clear and your legs will have a chance to adapt.

Ditch the Background Noise Consider leaving your headphones at home. While music is essential to beat boredom on a treadmill, many runners come to enjoy the quiet solitude or group chatter when running outdoors, especially when you run with a friend. Without headphones, it’s also easier to hear traffic, animals or approaching pedestrians. If music is absolutely necessary, try running with only one ear bud in.

If you’ve been hitting the treadmill all this while and are just beginning to run outdoors, take it slow. Pavement is harder on your knees and joints than a treadmill belt, and your running form is a little different when you’re outside on the ground.

Ocean-Facing House Linked to Better Mental Health

anxiety and mood disorders.

They found a strong link between health and the visibility of water, which the researchers call blue space. Visibility of green space did not show the same calming effect. “It could be because the blue space was all natural, while the green space included humanmade areas, such as sports fields

Gather your Running Buddies Running with friends is one of the best ways to stay motivated. Running with a buddy on a treadmill is fun as well, but an outdoor running pal or group can help the time and miles pass more quickly. There’s nothing like good conversation to keep you entertained during your workout. Running partners can be good pace setters as well and might even suggest some new running routes or trails you’ve never tried before.

Dress the Part If you run in the dark, choose reflective clothing and a headlamp for safety. Wear light clothes and make the weather more tolerable.

Choose the right pair of shoes can help prevent injury, so make sure you find a pair that works for your running style. —BPT

Make it Memorable Take the time to make some of your runs a little more interesting.

Is there a trail system a short drive from your home or nearest health club? Even if it doesn’t fit into your daily routine, doing some runs at a more scenic location every so

WELLNESS

Wish to lead a relaxed life with a sea-facing house? Here’s another reason for you to save for a beachfacing house as the sight of water is linked to less stress and improved mental health, researchers say. The findings revealed that even after taking into account residents’ wealth, age, sex and other neighbourhood factors, having a view of the ocean was associated with improved mental health.

“Increased views of blue space are significantly associated with lower levels of psychological distress,” said Amber L. Pearson from Michigan State University’s water science network in the US. “However, we did not find that with green space,” Pearson added.

Using various topography data, the team studied the visibility of blue and green spaces from residential locations; green spaces included forests and grassy parks.

The national survey used the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale, or K10, which has proven to be an accurate predictor of

often can make the miles much more enjoyable. Changing up your routine also helps keep your body challenged so you can continue to build strength and endurance.

and playgrounds, as well as natural areas such as native forests,” Pearson said. Designating a proportion of high-rise buildings or affordable homes in locations with ocean views could potentially promote mental health. The study is scheduled to be published in the May issue of the academic journal Health & Place.—IANS

Researchers have discovered that vitamin nicotinamide riboside, which is a source of vitamn B3, has the potential to revitalise certain organs that lose the regenerative capacity with age. By administering nicotinamide riboside (NR) to elderly mice, the researchers restored their organs’ ability to regenerate and prolonged their lives. The findings, published in the journal Science, have implications for treating a number of degenerative diseases. “This work could have very important implications in the field of regenerative medicine,” said one of the researchers, Johan Auwerx from Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL). “We are not talking about introducing foreign substances into the body but rather restoring the body’s ability to repair itself with a product that can be taken with food,” Auwerx explained. The researchers believe this work on the ageing process also has potential for treating diseases that can affect — and be fatal — in young people, like muscular dystrophy. Under normal conditions, certain stem cells, reacting to signals sent by the body, regenerate damaged organs by producing new specific cells, at least in young bodies. —IANS

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A Hearty Meal Heart-healthy foods that you’ll actually want to eat hat does oatmeal, beans and skinless chicken have in common? They are all heart-healthy foods, yet don’t do a whole lot to tantalise the taste buds. Fortunately, eating for heart health doesn’t mean a life sentence of bland foods or boring flavours. By thinking beyond the oatmeal box, you can reinvent your meals while keeping heart health top of mind. This is important for every-

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one because heart disease — which includes stroke and other cardiovascular diseases — is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States, according to the American Heart Association.

Mindful eating is one of the best ways to maintain heart health.

With these six heart-healthy foods, you won’t mind sitting down to a wholesome meal that supports the hardest working muscle in your body.

Berries Munch on blueberries and strawberries — your heart will thank you. By eating three or more servings of these berries a week, women can reduce their risk of heart attack by 32 per cent, according the journal Circulation.

Potatoes Spuds get a bad rap for being a starch, but they actually are a positive part of a heart-healthy diet. Rich in potassium, potatoes can help lower blood pressure. Remember to avoid frying potatoes and try baking or boiling instead.

Tofu Looking for a great meat alternative? Because tofu is made from soy protein, it is believed to help lower levels of bad cholesterol (LDL), making it fantastic for heart-healthy eating. Explore new recipes or use it as a substitute in current favourites.

Spinach Popeye was right — spinach is an amazing food that packs a hearthealthy punch. Full of vitamins, fibre and carotenoids that act as antioxidants, spinach is a mean, green superfood. Add to sandwiches, salads and smoothies regularly.

Dark Chocolate Have a sugar tooth? Indulge it while bettering your heart. A square or two of dark chocolate may be good for your heart, just make sure the bar is 70 per cent cocoa or higher.

Salmon It’s easy to cut down on red meat consumption with versatile salmon. Its meaty consistency is satisfying while offering endless options for grilling, steaming or baking. Loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, salmon will make your heart jump with joy. -BPT

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Deluxe 1 & 2 bedroom flats, ideal for office / residence at Qurum near PDO. Contact: 97721313 / 95070421 Luxury fully furnished 2 bedroom flat at Al Khuwair for short or long term lease contract. Contact Atlas Real Estate & Rent a Car LLC. Contact Atlas Real Estate & Rent a Car LLC. Contact 94617563 / 92888376, tel : 24833848 / 24834888

Villa for rent, 4 rooms, big hall, 6 toilets, big living room, kitchen & store Bousher 750/-OMR. Contact: 91153933 Villa for rent room, toilet, hall, kitchen, store with furniture water & electricity included Bowsher OMR 300/-. Contact: 91153933 Room for rent big room, toilet, washing place including water & electricity Bowsher OMR 200/-.

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Villa for rent, big hall, 4 room, 5 toilets, kitchen, store living room in Ghubra OMR 650/-.

Contact: 91153933 Flat for rent in South Mabela.

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Contact: 92144045 Flat for rent in South AlGhubrah 3 rooms, hall and 3 toilets, kitchen rent 450/-. Contact: 99335580 2BHK split A/C 200/- Monthly & 1BHK spilt A/C 150/- monthly new building good location Barka Market. contact 99342661 2BHK Big Size Flat Behind Bank Muscat, Wadi Kabir. Near ISWK. 97826454, 24815012.

New Rent house in Mabela.

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400 sq mtrs Commercial/Residential land in Mabela Phase 5 Block 2. OMR 165 Thousand.

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FOR SALE Almost new beach/ garden lounge chairs /bar stools/ counter. Photos can be sent 95865457 Urgent sale of steel scrap only serious buyers kindly contact +968 96725423 for viewing the items.

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ACC. AVAILABLE Room for rent near Hamriya roundabout for bachelor only.

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Room for rent with furniture.

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Furnished apartment for rent, two rooms, majlis, hall, kitchen. Near Carrefour al-mawalah.

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Sharing Accommodation available for working ladies opposite Al Nadhah Hospital. Preferably Indians. Room with seperate toilet and sharing kitchen.RO.90.

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Star Travel 92820665 / 24711734 910 SQ FT, 1 B/R fully furnished flat at Quepem – Goa. Contact: 97094797 4 To 1- cents of house plots in prime location- visible distance from Kakanad Info Park for sale.

Prestige mall & proposed metro station coming up in the locality.

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Furnished room attached bath for Indian bachelor, Al-Falaj Ruwi & lady Wadi Kabir near Mars hypermarket. CONTACT 96202458/96761960 Room with attached bathroom and sharing kitchen available for Executive bachelor or small family at wadikabir Contact 93049849

ACC WANTED 1/ 2 BHK flat required in Al Khuwair/ Ghubra. Contact 96026943 Wanted one room.

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BUYING Bobcat available for rent.

Contact 97623299 Buying cars for cash. Contact: 90202090

FOR LADIES Offer!! Treading Gold Facial & Pedicure just for 10 RO, Al Doom Parlour Ruwi: Contact 99619409

MV SALE Hyundai Accent 1.6, 2014 model, good condition. Contact : 95212017 Geely 1.3 model 2012 manual gear used 72000.

Contact: 96778006 Expatriate driver 4 WD Jeep liberty 2007 model in excellent condition 165000 K.M , 2,500 R.O. Contact: 97008026 Prado 2007, Mazda 2000, lancer 93, 3 ton truck double cabin. Contact: 99454425 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2012, expat owned, company maintained, 125000 KMS, warranty up to 2018, expected price E 8500.

Contact: 99330509 Honda CRV, 2015, white, expat lady driven, 9000 kms, No.2 expected price 10500.

Contact: 99330509

CHANGE OF NAME I Mohammad Omair (holder of Indian passport No. M 5981912) Son of Anisul Rahban having permanent residence in Paighamberpur Darima, Darbhanga, Bihar (complete postal address in India) and presently residing in Safety Technical Services Co. LLC, PO. Box: 3288, PC : 111, Seeb (complete postal address in Oman) intend to change my name from Mohammad Omair (old name) to Mohammad Umar (new name) for all practical purpose. Any objection towards my name change may please be communicated to Embassy of India, Muscat, Diplomatic Quarters, Al Khuwair, P. Box No. 1727, Postal Code 112, Ruwi, Sultanate of Oman.

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ĂĚŵŝƌĂůƐŽŵĂŶΛŐŵĂŝů͘ĐŽŵ ARCHITECT Engineering consultancy office (new) looking for Architect with experience in Oman (portfolio needed) hadi@hadi.om - 99441122

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE One of a Leading Excellent grade group of Companies is looking for a “Junior Accountant” ( Omani Nationals only ) for their Duqum office.

Interested candidates may send their CV by email to mkh.almajali@gmail.com Required SENIOR ACCOUNTANT, Graduate B.Com/MBA. Minimum 6 yrs of experience, Knowledge of Finalization & can handle accounts independently. Contact: mailoffice@fourseasonsoman.com

BEAUTICIAN Beautician required for Al Gazala beauty parlour, visa available.

Contact: 92534941

CATERING

Truck Mechanics With 3-5 years experience required for a leading commercial Workshop in Sharjah.

Fax CV to: + 971 6 507 2736

or Email: hr16info@gmail.com

IT Required Customer Support Engineer for IT Company with minimum 2 years experience in ERP software, MS Sql, Tally & Focus etc.

Contact: 98825806 / 98825806, Email: info@rns-group.com Required Shop Sales man + Hardware Technician for IT Company with minimum 2 years experience.

Contact: 98825806 / 98825806, Email: info@rns-group.com

MEDICAL

HR & ADMINISTRATION MANAGER Should hold Bachelor degree & Diploma in HR, coupled with 6-7 years experience in Oman.

Managing HR related functions, Annual budget, Renewal of all types of documents and well versed with Government Laws & Policies.

Email CV: jobs@alkhonjiholding.com A reputed Engineering & Contracting company in Muscat urgently require an

SITUATION WANTSIT.WANTED

Omani Receptionist cum PRO

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE

To work in their office in Muscat.

Interested candidate with a minimum of 2 years working experience should send their updated CVs to: inteccllc@gmail.com

SALES / MARKETING Salesman required for electrical equipments with driving license & 5/7 years working experience.

Fax your C.V 24833043 (Jinan Enterprises) Required marketing / PR manager for a modern restaurant group in Oman , proficient in illustrator & Photoshop charismatic , proactive , creative & flexible excellent writing / Editing skills degree in relevant area fluent in English.

Send CV to marketingpr2016@gmail.com

Urgently required Gynecologist& and General Practitioner with MOH license for polyclinic in Saham.

Contact: 91311990

Sales man for printing press with driving license.

Contact: 92177095 / 93850727 Email: manager@dsdoman.com

Urgently required Staff Nurse with MOH license to work in a reputed clinic, permanent or for leave vacancy. Salary negotiable.

Contact 99048170

Sales Staff required for laundry.

Contact 92396884 after 6pm

Urgently requires Hiab Driver & JCB Operator with valid Omani / GCC driving license, Mason having 5 years experience.

Contact: 24594868/ Fax: 24593880 Mobile 93210740 Email: info@sajgloballlc.com

Wanted Staff Nurse for a dermatology clinic in Muscat .

Must have MOH license and NOC. Attractive salary offered. Email: clinicvacancy2015@gmail.com

Looking for Salesman with experience in vegetable and fruits sales, good conduct, fluent in English.

Should have driving license. Email CV on: info@eigllcoman.com Contact - 96339339

Urgently required a Driver.

Contact: 99291154

GP doctor needed for reputed clinic. Preferably with MOH license or with Dataflow & Paramatics pass Contact: 95388934

Wanted Male/female Indian cook with experience in Omani & Indian food for Omani Family. Visa available. Contact : Antony 99889459

DRIVER

DOMESTIC HELP Wanted female Muslim cook for family at Qurum, visa available.

93387962

Required gynecologist GEN: practitioner lady lab Technician and pharmacologist immediately for a clinic in Suwaiq.

Contact: 95081010 Email: umchealthcare@gmail.com

ENGINEER/MECHANIC.

MISCELLANEOUS

Construction company seeking Marketing Executives, Electrical Diploma Engineer & Civil Engineer. Should have Omani driving license. Email : info@greencover.net Required Indian Engineer road Construction 5/10 years experience Eligibility BE or Diploma Civil AutoCAD Estimation with Oman (D/L) & Indian Heavy Duty drivers.

Contact: 99882127 Email: georgymv@yahoo.com A leading company in the field of construction Contracting excellent grade required buildings Engineer with min 6 years experience in Oman. Should have valid Omani driving license. Candidate should send C.V to eng08vacancies@gmail.com Urgently required subcontractor in construction for big projects.

Contact : 99416162

EDUCATION Private School seeks to employ teachers with experience and high efficiency in the following specializations: Class teacher, English KG Teacher, Science Teacher, Math Teacher for grade 6,7,8,9 experienced in teaching field with not less than 5 years experience, University degree in the field of Sociology. Contact: 99573791 / 24489721 / 24489536 Email: omfajer@hotmail.com English Teacher required for a private school in Barka. Degree + B.Ed + IELTS. Send CV: alburj@alhakkim.com / GSM: 93211417 A well known private school is in need of Laboratory Assistant, English, Maths, Science & Kindergarten teachers. Contact: 96910649 Email: staffing.oman@gmail.com

Required candidates for following posts: Accountant, Storekeeper, Foreman Building Maintenance, Van-salesman (water), Helpers.

Candidates with Omani driving license preferred. Contact 99273774/99202278

SALES / MARKETING We are looking for photographer with experience of handling Photoshop and a ticket booking person with knowledge of travel and tourism. Interested candidate can forward their CV to consultancyvisa82@gmail.com Wanted Staff with 3 years experience in Oman in real estate field.

Contact: +968 95910186 Email: aburashid94dd@gmail.com Urgently required an experienced MARKETING EXECUTIVE cum PROJECT CO-ORDINATOR with minimum 5 to 10 years Gulf Experience, holding OMAN/GCC Driving License, for a Carpentry & Aluminium Division of a reputed Construction Company in Muscat.

Interested candidates those who can join locally may forward C.V. to e-mail: assaud@omantel.net.om or Fax: 24953530 Urgently required Marketing Executive for a business agency at Barka. Graduate with D/L and minimum 2 years experience will be preferred, fresher can also apply.

Contact: 98908634 or Send CV to suntaka2015@gmail.com Omani Public Relations Manager / Marketing manager required for an office in Azaiba. Full time job. Omani citizens with Healthcare qualification or marketing experience only need to apply with English cv and photo to :arabhealth@alhakkim.com

SITUATION WANTED

Salesman for a printing press.

Contact: 99498949

SKILLED / UNSKILLED Required Indian Mason – 5 nos., eligibility (minimum 5 yrs experience in road construction field).

Contact: 99882127 Email: georgymv@yahoo.com Thrust Boring contractor is required. Contact immediately99438397 Thrust Boring Supervisor is required. Contact immediately99438397 Electrician for Heavy Machines : experienced with mobile cranes and Wheel Loader (shovel) with a background in troubleshooting and reading a diagram .

Contact : 98856565 . email : hr@wadibaad.com Crane Hydraulic Mechanic : experienced with Mobile Cranes and should have knowledge with troubleshooting and hydraulic system diagnosis . Contact : 98856565 . email : hr@wadibaad.com

SITUATION WANTSIT.WANTED ACCOUNT. & FINANCE Indian male good experience in accounts, admin and ERP Tally 9 seeking for suitable placement.

NOC available. Contact: 92650835 Pakistani male MBA finance 8 years experience in Accounting & Finance GCC , D/L on visit visa.

Contact: 95035011 Email: mibm_af@yahoo.com SENIOR ACCOUNTANT-M. Com Finance-Indian with 7 years experience in Finance & Accounts up to Finalization. Currently employed in Oman. Having D/L & NOC. Mob:94122464, cammk13@gmail.com Chief Accountant well experienced with reputed group available. Contact : 98803439 / 97413784.

Part time Sr. Accountant with 19 yrs experience in Accounts, finance, Audit Tax Management.

Contact: 95857199

Male B.Com Graduate Assist.

Accountant with 2 years experience in Accounting administration.

Contact: 94736742 Indian male 36 (M.Com) 10 +2 yrs IND / Oman experience, expert in Accounts upto finalization looking for accounts or sales, NOC available. Contact: 90389456 Email: mns.muscat@gmail.com Indian female 22 yrs B.Com 1 & half, years experience MS Office, Tally 9.0, pursuing ACCA looking for available position in accounts & finance. Contact: 95373751 Indian male, M. Com with 3 yr Oman Exp in Accounts with valid NOC & D/L on Visit Visa.

GSM : 94744575 A Graduate of Alexandria in Accounting has freelance interior designing, experience in different design programs & recorded projects achievements, willing to join suitable job for his qualification and talents. Contact: +201003966769 Oman: 99602608 C/o Osman. Email: shadyhenaawy@gmail.com A Graduate of Alexandria Mechanical Power Engineering and certified International Procurement Manager CIPM basics of supply chain management BSCM - APICS seeking suitable job for his Qualifications. Contact: 20 01222399139 Oman 99602608 C/O Osman Email: samer_ henawy@hotmail.com

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE

ADMIN

Indian male, 25 yrs, Accountant, 2.5 yrs in Finance & Accounts, MBA Finance & HR, exposure in SAP, Tally, ERP 9 on visit visa.

With 15 years of Gulf experience in HR / Admin / logistics looking for suitable position. Fluent in Arabic / English with D/L. Contact: 95824598

Contact 96715420 / 91265020, Email : jijosrgo@gmail.com, simonjosephjc@gmail.com

ACCA member with 6 yrs of experience in Oman looking for a suitable job in finance.

Contact: 99284193

Indian male, 20 years experience in Oman as personal assistant / office manager / executive secretary / administrator / business development assistant looking for a change. holding Omani driving license. local release available.

Contact 99168054

28/male/MBA - finance/B.Com Accountant with 4 years of Dubai/ India experience looking for a suitable placement.Contact 90187483 shobinkarikkan1987@gmail.com

Lady Expat looking for full time job with visa. Interested fields are Admin, teaching, HR, back office.

Contact: 91739424 Email: jinsijobs@gmail.com

Senior / Chief Accountant, having 12 years Oman experience in reputed firms seeks suitable job.

Immediate available. #99513082

Indian male – Post Graduation in HR, having 18 years of experience.

Working in Oman since last 12 years. Capable of handling HR & Administration. Well Acquainted with Omani Laws. Valid Omani License & car. Contact 96442435.

Part time Accountant up to finalization audit & assignments.

Contact: 91126314 Part-time Accounting up to finalization, Auditing, Taxation and Project Finance assistance Contact: 91044655 Qualified and experienced MBA post graduate with proven work exposure in Middle East & India, having more than 5.5 years of rich experience in accounts , project coordination and administration in (3.5 years UAE experience) oil and gas projects is currently looking for suitable job.

Contact 93953613, Email allen.mathew83@gmail.com Indian female MBA in finance currently on visit visa seeking suitable placement in Accounts / HR / Admin. Contact: 92896110 Email: anoopodiyan@gmail.com 36 years, male with M.Com Finance having 15 yrs of insurance & banking experience in India, on visit visa for 15 Days seeks suitable jobs. #91159284 / 99429589 Jordanian Senior Accountant 15 yrs experience in Oman finance & accounts. Contact : 92881223

A Young dynamic post Graduate with 10 years experience of Office Administration cum transport in charge in Oman to manage large fleet of PDO / Non PDO vehicles in addition having experience of managing the labor camp and staff with their mess valid Omani D/L. Contact: +968 - 92700274 Email: naqvi8084@gmail.com Indian female 26 years MBA (BBA, BIRLA Institute, Oman) seeking for full / part time job in Secretary / Admin / Customer Support / Office Assistant / HR. Contact: 93241466 / 92767450 Email: sujasunny2003@hotmail.com Filipino HRD especialist / material controller supervisor with 18 yrs experience looking for suitable job in Oman. Contact: (+968) 98037142 / (+968) 92659817 Indian Female, MBA-HR having 8+ experience in Administration/HR, Customer Support, Office Coordinator with good Computer skill, Now on Visit Visa,looking for suitable position. Contact: 90196235

DRIVER Senior Accountant Indian male with 6 years experience up to finalization in Tally with good MIS reporting knowledge having Oman D/L, NOC. Contact: 94035577 Email: azu090@gmail.com Junior Accountant Pakistani female with more than 2 years experience in tally with good knowledge in Accounts receivable having Oman D/L. Contact: 95287396 Email: mariamnaaz92@hotmail.com Accountant Indian male with 7 years experience up to finalization tally & accounts receivable SAP R/3, good knowledge of payroll having Oman D/L, NOC. Contact: 93733996 Email: thmsb182@gmail.com ICSI & B.Com qualified Corporate Secretary (female) with 2 years experience handling compliance of 200 companies in Indian seeks placement in compliance field or company incorporation & allied fields. Contact: 94863182 Email: meghnasunil6@gmail.com Indian male 7 years experience as Accountant in Oman having Oman driving license looking for job, currently in Oman. NOC available. Contact: 92859733 Email: parthasarathy67@gmail.com Sudanese Accountant, Alexandria University Graduate bachelor of commerce Diploma of Marketing professional photographer worked in PR and social media for 2 years looking for a job in public relations media, social media or marketing.

Contact: 96976240 Senior Accountant Master (Fin) ACCA (PART) 14 years of experience in accounts & payroll working or focus, familiar with tally having NOC & D/L, available on immediate basis. Contact: 98579882 Email: khalidbinfarid@yahoo.com Indian male 25 yrs, Graduate in commerce, overall 5 yrs exp in accounts/ finance field. On visit visa.

Immediately available.

Contact 92836216 / muhammad.tausif623@gmail.com Accountant Indian male B.Com with 8 years experience in Oman knowledge in tally ERP, SAP AX MIS upto finalization, NOC available. Contact: 96989872 Email: radhakrishnank2007@rediffmail. com

Accountant 8 Years experience with D/L and NOC. Contact 97712084 Accountant 8Years Experience with D/L and NOC. # 97712084 Sudanese female Accountant excellent knowledge, MS Office, can work under pressure. # 97200130 Accountant available with NOC, 7 years experience in Oman.

Ready to join immediately.

Contact 98263394 Indian male , 29 B.com ICWA (pursuing) 7 years experience in accountant / audit with valid Omani D/L seeking for suitable placement, NOC available. Contact: 94706954 Email: ajurn33@gmail.com B.Com 3 years business process outsourcing. Contact: 94657273 ACCA finalist with 2 years of experience in a Construction Company as an Accountant in United Kingdom here on visit visa for 3 weeks from 12 April - 3 May. Contact: 99171627 Indian male 34 Yrs, Dual MBA Finance and marketing with IT skills, 7+ yrs of experience, Looking for suitable placement. contact 94879615,Emailsajan_chacko1981@yahoo.com

ADMIN

GCC experienced Driver 10 years requires suitable placement.

Contact: 94801679 Experienced driver available 20 years in Oman. Contact: 99040186 Driver with car. Contact:91362320 Looking for job as light vehicle driver 5 years experience.

Contact: 92640278 3 years experience D/L looking for job. Contact: 94531957 Light driver wanted for suitable placement. Contact: 95656941 Looking for a job light duty driver.

Contact: 95141473 Light duty & heavy duty driver, GCC valid D/L looking for job (overseas). Contact 95175192, Email : oman.manpower@yahoo.com Looking for jobs light vehicle license, 5 years experience with Toyota Corolla car.

Contact: 96345442 / 96789570 Bangladeshi male light driver exp 4 years need job.#92681457 Indian light driver having 2 years experience in Oman knowing language English, Hindi & Arabic need job. Contact: 97366822 Driver want job. Contact: 93822195

Indian looking for customer service, purchase front office Admin 5 years experience in UAE. Contact: 91744032 Indian Male 19 years (8 Years in Oman) well experienced in HR / Admin in Oil & Gas, Construction fields with Oman D/L seeks suitable position. Release / NOC available call: 92854993.

Young Omani male have experience 12 years as P.R.O, CLERK Helper Supervisor Admin Supervisor, H.R Manager have diploma in H.S.E, IT and P.D.O license, looking for H.R position or P.R.O part time or full time.

Contact: 95933288 Teacher female 27 yrs, MCA 5 yrs experience in teaching in India currently on visit visa seeking for a suitable placement.

Contact: 96709509 Email: viyannifd@gmail.com

Driver looking for job.

Contact: 94357030 Looking for driving job.

Contact: 97855341 Looking for light driving job 2 yrs exp. Contact: 91625977 Looking for driving job experience 3 years Pakistani.

Contact: 93804176 8 years experience in driving heavy D/L (PDO) H2S. Contact: 92091528 Pakistani male seeks job, have Oman driving license, 6 years experience in driving.

Contact: 96915494 Light Duty Driver looking for job.

Contact: 96250185 Light Duty Driver looking for job.

Contact: 96780325

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Sales & Marketing specialist with 16 yrs experience in Oman in MNC retails telecom lubes construction related industry handled various projects, holding valid Oman driving license, release available.

Contact 96960991

Light Duty Driver, 3 years 6 months experience. Contact: 95768440 Experience driver looking for job.

Contact: 95113612 Driver 3/6 years experience, I have 2 years experience out door sales man in led light, Pakistani, Oman experience 6 years.

Contact: 94565993 / 92627855 Family driver available.

Contact 92943094

DOMESTIC HELP Housemaid/ baby sitter looking for job (overseas). Contact 95175192

Office cleaning boy available on contract basis. Contact: 94262954

DESIGNER/DRAUGHTSMAN Young Indian female, BSc Interior Designer, with 2 years experience seeking for suitable placement.

Contact: 91102695 / 92191721 Architect Interior designers 3d Visualizer, 8 yrs exp, Indian male, have Omani D/L available.

NOC & local release.

Contact: 92710047 Architectural Draftsmen diploma in construction technology with 6 years experience in drafting and detailing as per British standard in Oman with valid Omani license looking for suitable opportunity Noc available. Call 94375897.

Free lance /part time autocad works (ARCH/ MEP) 2D/3D PH: 97103168 Piping designer with 14 years experience working with PDO, OXY for 10 years NOC available.

Contact: 92582356 Revit, Autocad D/man, expected salary 200 OMR PH :92279784 Filipino Senior Revit/AutoCAD Draftsman with 20 years professional experience is looking for suitable job in Oman.

Please Contact: 96489798, (+974) 66653780.

EDUCATION/TRAINING Female B. Ed English teacher, 7 yrs exp seeking suitable placement. Contact : 99739415 / 92091528 Teacher Female , Phd in Chemistry having 3.5 yrs of Experience in India. Staying here on Family Visa & seeking for a suitable placement.

Contact – 99675828, Email Anupam.tiwari67@gmail.com Indian Lecturer M.Phil, M.Com, MBA DMM , 3+ years of exp in college & 2+ years exp in corporate seeks a suitable position.

Contact: 90369540 Email: abilashraji@gmail.com

ENGG. / TECH./MECH. Electrical Engineer Indian male 30 years, having 5 years of experience in industrial automation & utility maintenance in Indian (MRF Tyres) holding valid Oman D/L. Contact: 92789995 Email: akhilabrahamlktr@gmail.com Indian male B-tech 8 years experience as senior electrical project engineer / QC engineer on visit visa seeks suitable placement.

Contact 94094543 Email: anwar425@gmail.com Indian male, Structural Engineer looking for job in structural design field. Having 6 years of experience in design field. Residing in Muscat.

Contact: 91176187 syam036@gmail.com An Electrical engineer with 4+ yrs of experience in Electrical network (MT, LT) with professional computer skills seeking for work.

Contact: 99841736 / 93955381/ +149922698343 Email: e.kmmh@hotmail.com

Oman experienced Lawyer

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Indian male, BA, Arabic, LLB, MBA Knows English, Arabic with over 9 yrs in legal field, now working as a legal advisor in Muscat, seeks suitable placement. NOC available.

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Contact 97351649, advocatesharaf@gmail.com

Indian male BE (ECE) having 1 year experience in Engineering and 8 years experience in medical transcription seeking suitable placement currently on visit visa. Contact: 90658764 Email: princekjohn555@yahoo.com Civil Engineer diploma, 4 yrsexp seeks suitable position ina reputed company. NOC available.

Contact 96789711 Civil Engineer 8 years experience Structural buildings marine. Available NOC release.

Contact: 92451323.

Email: zubairali134@yahoo.com Indian male Electrical Engineer, having 6 years gulf experience in designing, assembling, commissioning execution etc having valid GCC license too looking for a suitable.

Contact: 00968-98052942 Email: azamjeelani78@gmail.com HSE Engineer (B.E Mech+Diploma Safety+NEBOSH+OSHA) over 10yrs. Exp, (Visa Release Letter (NOC) available), seeking suitable placement, Mob:97061817, Email:jayanammu1977@gmail.com Mechanical Engineer (Indian male, 24 years) with three years experience looking for suitable job.

Currently on visit visa, ready to join immediately. Contact: 92175441 Email: ihabeeb24@gmail.com Civil Engineer diploma 3 years Sudanese National experience 4 years at construction sites.

Contact: 91183608 Telecommunication Engineer 35 years experience with Omantel company, Hindi , English & Arabic.

Contact: 91204243 / 94372096 / 99751612 5 years experience in supply chain (warehouse logistics) procurement.

Contact: 90644186 Indian male 24 yrs ITC Electrical 2 years experience looking for job.

Contact: 95428225 Email: basil064@gmail.com Electronics and Instrumentation Engineer, B.Tech Indian male 24 years with 2 years Indian experience looking for suitable position available in Oman on visit visa.

Contact: 91228010 Indian male Structural Engineer (M.Tech) with 3 years Indian experience in designing searching for suitable job placement.

Contact: 98334396, Email: hashmath_ali@yahoo.com Quantity Survey works part time / freelance (civil). Contact: 95719108 Quantity Surveyor (Civil) 11 years with Omani driving license, local release available.

Contact: 95719108 Electrical Engg : M 32, having 8 yrs experience in MEP/ EPC projects with MEDC, OETC & PAEW, C.E.P holder with D/L, seeking for better opportunity.

Contact: 93949885 Email: vamshhikodela@gmail.com

Indian male, B.Tech, Software Engineer well knowledge in computer applications, android technology technical support on visit visa seeking suitable placement in IT or BPO. Contact: 99014938 / 93841724 Email: officialpakku@gmail.com B.E Mechanical Engineer, Indian male 34 years, having 10+ years experience in MEP building construction field (HVAC, Firefighting and Plumbing) with Omani D/L. NOC available.

96978380;prajithks@gmail.com Civil Engineer (B.Tech), Indian male 24 years with 1+years Indian experience,(Certified in Staad Pro/ Quantity Survey/ Auto Cad).

Looking for a Suitable position.

Available In Sultanate of Oman (Muscat) on Visit Visa.

Contact 92835952. E-mail: mohammedamair.bin@gmail.com Civil Engineer having 7 years, 8 months experience with driving license immediately joining having NOC. Contact : 99294954 Electrical & Electronics Engr, knows autocad & revit.

PH: 93837973 Purchaser (construction) with 4 years experience & driving license.

NOC available looking for similar job. Contact: 98956725 Civil Engineer 8 years experience.

Contact: 90183630 Pakistani male Diploma Civil Engineer 4yrs exp in Oman bulling & mega projects, valid license Oman.

Contact:98921022 B.Tech Mechanical Engineer 3 years experience in maintenance and commissioning of compressors, refrigeration system and other industrial Equipments in an engineering services company on visit visa looking for suitable placement. Contact: 91106765 Email: tamooraslam123@gmail. com Electrical Engineer having 16 years experience in switchgear / transformer / over head lines & trading for sales / procurement & project execution with valid Omani D/L. Contact: +968 95994727 Email: qurm340@gmail.com Diploma of Associate Engineering in Civil technology 14 years experience in project of construction works like buildings, roads, oil & gas field on visit visa expiry date 11/06/2016 looking for good job in Oman. Contact: 00968 92161978 Email: qazijahangeer@gmail.com Civil Eng exp 15 years NOC available looking job change Gulf experience over 12 years in Oman, 8 years experience handled MOH – project, MOS projects, MOS – projects. Contact: 98036290, cmsarasu@gmail.com Indian male 23 years, young dynamic looking for draughtsman in civil. Contact: 94553406 Email: choudharyibrahim93@gmail.com

Associate Engineer Electronics with 3 years of experience in Satellite & CCTV searching for placement. Contact: 99832706

Female Electrical Engineer, excellent knowledge, Graduated with distinction, can work under pressure. Contact: 98133281

Sudanese Mechanical Engineer +13 years experience in heavy equipments maintenance experience in Oil field. Contact 96583270

Mechanical Engineer M.Tech 2 yrs, experience HAVC firefighting CAD. Contact: 90150913 Email: mahmanmechengg@yahoo.in

Proposed position Safety Officer experience 04 yrs and 6 months qualification NEBOSH IOSH MS, OSHA, fire safety certificate, Master in Social Science.

Contact: 93644060 Email: saffar49@gmail.com

Site Supervisor, Diploma in Civil Engg (cert attested) knows autocad revit, salary exp: 250 Ph : 92279784

B.Tech & Diploma in Mechanical having 3 years exp. in India looking for suitable job. Contact : 90542737 Electrical B.E.C Engineer Pakistani male 24 years looking for a job. Contact: 94049812 / 92958112 Indian female M.Tech in VLSI Design B.Tech in electronics with valid IELTS score 6.5 now in family visa experience in teaching & and admin. Contact: 90195131 Email: chinj.89@gmail.com

Mechanical Engineer (B Tech) Indian male with 1 year experience on visit visa looking for suitable job.

Contact : 90510800, Email : muhammedjaseem07@gmail.com Sr. Electrical Engineer with17+ yrs of exceptional exp in spear heading strategic planning and project management initiatives & executing various high rise residential & commercial building as well as roads and highway project with proficiency in installation, seeking a challenging position in a dynamic organization.

Contact 96570891

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An Iraqi civil with more than 30 years experience in (Iraq and G.C.C) looking for a job, (N.O.C) available. Contact: 96561306 Email: iq.bgd.mnsr@gmail.com

Filipino Male, 28 years Old. Looking for job, Have experience in Rent a Car/ Cargo & Logistics / Real Estate/ Customer Care Executive / Sale Executive & Marketing/ Shop In- Charge with driving license, w/ good computer and communication skill. GSM: 97761075

Indian male, 29 years BSc, Graduate, with Omani driving license and 7 years of sales experience in home appliances, IT products, mobile and traffic safety equipments currently working on employment visa, NOC available seeking for suitable placement immediately.

Contact 97890607 Email: ashrafambar@gmail.com

ENGG. / TECH./MECH.

DRIVER Light driver looking for job.

Contact: 96798075

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Contact 968 - 99779538 / 98694939 Email: arunsathyan92@gmail.com Male QC inspector Mechanical, NDT 20 years experience valid Oman D/L , release available.

Contact: 91001104

HOSPITALITY Indian male, 28 yrs, B.Sc Hospitality Science with 5 yrs experience in Hospitality & banking sectors in Oman & India seeks suitable placement. NOC available.

Contact 91383167

Male having visa, 3 years in Oman with valid D/L seeks suitable placement. Contact: 95453393 Indian male 27 years BBA, Administration marketing & sales accounts, MS Office can work under pressure now on visit visa looking for suitable position.

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Contact: 920 66 523 BS in Electrical Engineering, Experience: 5 years(Power Plants).

Contact: 92475206 Email: zahaibzafar007@gmail.com

MEDICAL

Software testing professional 6 yrs exp , Engg Graduate.

Contact: 91739424, Email: jinsijobs@gmail.com

Indian male BE (ECE) having nine years experience in medical transcription / health care & documentation seeking suitable placement as Medical Transcriptionist Insurance Coordinator or Medical Secretary, currently on visit visa.

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Procurement Coordinator Indian male 30 yrs B.Com (computers) 4 years experience in Saudi Arabia in Construction Company, looking for any suitable position on visit visa till 15 May 16.

Contact: 0968-98590811 Email: ibrahimhashmi220@gmail.com

Indian Bsc Female Nurse with 6.5 years exp, 4 years in KSA. Passed Oman Pro Metric with 69%, completed data flow. Presently in Muscat in visit visa looking for a suitable placement.

Contact: 94744900, 94742834, jincyalphonese@gmail.com

IT

INDIAN FEMALE, 23 years, BSCCS Diploma in IAD graphics, well knowledge in computer applications 6 months experience presently in Sohar seeking suitable placement. Contact: 96670907.

Email: ammuch.4@gmail.com B.Tech Information Technology with one year experience in I.T field looking for job on visit visa.

Contact: 92312978, Email : quazi13026nehal@gmail.com Indian Electronic Technician 5 years exp CCTV, Telephone, video door phone, NOC available.

Contact: 99803912 IT Support Engineer, Exp 3 years in Oman 2 years in India.

Contact: 94672759

MANAGER Procurement / Contracts head Indian 20 yrs wide experience in top MNC areas Civil, MEP, Fire, road, PDO & oil field with Omani driving & NOC available. Contact: 93737496 Manager Indian experience FMCG Company & supply chain logistics solid organizational skills looking suitable position currently on express visa. Contact: 98826074 Procurement and Projects Manager having 10 years UAE experience, MBA Graduate with 6 sigma & CPPM seeking suitable position.

Contact: 90772927

Indian male 26 years looking sales & marketing job, having 2 years experience in Oman valid license & NOC available. Contact: 96155259 Indian male, M. Tech (CS), MBA Marketing, 25 years experience, Country Manager, seeks suitable placement valid D/L, NOC available. Contact: 92279972 Pakistani male, Graduate over 9 years experience in Procurement, Warehouse & Logistics, looking for suitable placement currently on visit visa. Contact: 968 91257663 , waqasmehar1@gmail.com 10 yrs experience in Oman in logistics / purchase have Oman D/L looking for suitable placement.

Contact 96410767. email :harishkts@yahoo.com Procurement / Estimation male 15 years experience in Oman working with reputed company seeks suitable placements. N.O.C available.

Contact: 93508898 Email: reghunair01@gmail.com Indian Male, 30yrs, 7 year experience in marketing, (3 years Exp. in Oman & Saudi) seeking suitable placement in Sales & Marketing.

DL & NOC available, Contact: 93329021, gokulmohank85@gmail.com D/L, NOC available looking for salesman job, 1 year experience.

Contact: 91210380 10 years ICT Business development & project management exp in Oman looking for suitable senior position. Contact: 98987654 Senior Sales Executive, 10Yrs Exp, India seeking immediate job.

Contact #+968 98444359, +91 9880637906.

E: ahmed.shabbirsyed@gmail.com Indian female, BSc, B.Ed, MBA, Marketing having 3 years experience, seeks suitable placement in marketing field. Contact: 95041134 Email: divya.vini@gmail.com 35 years male, Lebanese holding British passport, 10 years of experience in procurement, Omani Government tenders, setup marketing plans & strategies, importing, Organizing events, management, have car, NOC available. Contact 94123939 Email: 002015r@gmail.com 24 years experience Sr. Management professional as Profit centre head. Industry electrical trade looking for a suitable position in Oman / UAE. Contact: 91195418 Email: ab_9616@rediffmail.com

Purchase/Planning & Logistics Manager, MBA (Finance), 14yrs.

Oman Exp. with D/L, NOC available, looking for suitable position.

Contact: 93826090, Email: jskanchan01@gmail.com

26 yrs Indian male MBA Marketing Sales / Marketing Executive, 3 yrs experience now available in Muscat on visit visa seeking placement for immediate joining.

Contact: 95978874 Email: ansariafsar550@gmail.com

Indian female M.Sc Computer Science seeking suitable placement in Muscat area.

Contact: 98660672

Egyptian male 36 years Warehouse Manager, 7 years in Sultanate of Oman, 1 year in UAE, and 3 years in Egypt.

Contact: +968 97200468 Email: ayman_mano1979@yahoo.com

Indian male 37 years MBA graduate in marketing with 9yrs of experience in UAE in field of brand promotions & marketing with UAE D/L on a visit seeking suitable position. Conatct 95792820

Female 24 yrs, 3 years in IT programmer now in Oman looking for suitable job.

Contact: 96350234

SECRETARIAL & OFFICE

B.Tech (IT) experience in Networking server & desktop management in corporate environment looking for suitable placement.

Contact: 92954613

9 years of Software Test Consulting and business analysis experience in various CBS (Core Banking Solutions) and other Banking related solution implementations with deep understanding of Islamic Banking. Completed CDIF CIMA Diploma in Islamic Finance and ADIF - Advanced Diploma in Islamic Finance conducted by CIMA, UK. NOC available. Contact: manivannanbalaji@gmail.com GSM: 9393 8086

Filipina, looking for an administrative job with experience in Law office and Logistic planning.

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SITUATION WANTED Indian male 26 years, Graduate in BBM & having Diploma in Logistics with 3 years of experience in Banking and Accounts looking for suitable placement. Contact : + 968 97166820/ +91 9895102356 Email :afsalrahman1989@gmail.com HSE Engineer,Indian male, 5.5 Plus years Experience in Oil & Gas Working in Shclumberger NEBOSH,IOSH, & NDT Certified, M Tech in HSE. CONTACTkrish.569@gmail.com Mobile- +91 9867016808 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT-M. Com Finance-Indian with 7 years experience in Finance & Accounts up to finalization. Having D/L & NOC. Mob:94122464, caammk13@gmail.com Software Engineer with 5 + plus years of experience in Infosys ltd on visit visa seeking suitable vacancy in oman. Email : steffyraphel@gmail.com mob: 96896246205 / 96897032284 Indian male, 24 yrs, B. Com Graduate more than 1 year experienced in accounts planning to come for a family visit in oman seeking for a suitable placement .

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Indian Female looking for a part time opportunity (Graphic Design/ Teaching/Research Assistant/ Business Development/Administration) Contact: 95811820 or sankarikm06@gmail.com IT professional, B.E. in IT, CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, 3yrs exp. in IT, valid Omani D/L seeking suitable placement in IT/Network/Server support/Retail sales. #91496939.

Indian male, Fire & Safety Engineer having 1 year experience on visit visa looking for suitable job.

Contact: 95208305 Email: nirmalk558@gmail.com A/C & Fridge Technician 25 years experience in Oman India seeks suitable placement. #95680380 Indian female, 27 yrs, B.E (Telecom) with 3 yrs exp in IBM (India) as Senior Security Delivery Analyst. Now on family visa seeking for suitable position.

Contact: 95600437 Tea boy looking for job Name: Man Bahadar # 97859837 Indian male, M. Com with 3 yr Oman Exp in Accounts with valid NOC & D/L on Visit Visa, available to join immediately . GSM :94744575 Electrical & Electronics diploma engineer Indian male 22 years, 2 years experience currently in visit visa. Contact 93047707 adilm89@gmail.com Indian Female, 29 Yrs Age, M.Sc Microbiology, looking for Job any reputed organization / Hospitals, seeks suitable position.

Contact : 95218424 / 9610 6604.

On Family Residence Visa.

Indian male 34 years MBA finance & marketing 7 years experience in India accounts & Administration, currently in Muscat on family visa. Contact: 98104991 Email: sureshkr01@gmail.com Indian Female, M.Sc Computer Science, Seeking suitable placement in Muscat Area. Contact : 98660672

Indian B-Com Graduate 1 year Experience in market survey, Valid Driving License, looking for any suitable post. Contact: 92567020 / 96930392, shwayanad@gmail. com Indian male, M. Com, 11 years experience in the field of accountancy and Stores. Good knowledge in SAP, Tally, oracle, MS office and Excel seeks suitable placement.

Contact 92859733 Senior Accountant, NOC available, more than 5 years exp., born & bought up in Oman, Accounting upto finalization, computer skills tally9, Sage ERP ACCPAC 500(6.0A), Vcams, Audit ,valid Oman driving license, languages known English, Arabic, Hindi. Can join immediately.

Tel: (+968) 96339599, E-mail(ahmedmohdkhan@gmail.com) Indian male, M.Com, 7 years Oman experience in the field of accounts and valid oman driving license & NOC . Good knowledge in SAP, Tally, oracle, MS office and Excel seeks suitable placement.

Contact 92859733 Indian male 42, BE-Civil 13 years experience in Road construction. looking for suitable placement. having valid Oman driving license.

Contact: 95225214, Email: Sudheerrokkala73@gmail.com Indian Male 28 years, Mechanical Engineer (Diploma) with 2 years’ experience, Automobile ITI NCVT, CSWI-BGAS Painting QC Grade-2, NDT Level-2, ISO Lead Auditor QA (IRCA), Piping QC & Isometric Drawings, WPS & WPQR, available on Visit Visa, looking for a suitable job.

Contact: 90653733, libinthomaslt@gmail.com The Business Development Manager, Iraqi, Exp. 15 Years Inside and outside Oman following activities: construction(Very strong and qualified to bringing business for civil work Or any type of the construction work for many million per year with a good experience in pricing and collect payment and cash flow & marketing projects & investments & tenders & real estate.

Contact: 92385033 HSE Engineer, Indian male, 4 Plus years experience in Oil & Gas, Working in Shclumberger, NEBOSH,IOSH, & NDT Certified, M Tech in HSE. CONTACT-krish.569@gmail.com Mobile- +91 9867016808 Indian female 27 yrs, Diploma in Aviation & Hospitality management, seeking suitable placement.

Curnetly in Oman, NOC Available.

Contact 94880684 Safety Officer 3 years of experience in safety certifications: BE (Electrical and Electronics Engineering),NEBOSH, IOSH, DHSE, first aid. Contact +97474018995, email:midhunmich@gmail.com skype:midhunmike Bachelor in Hotel Management Having 13 years experience in Catering Industry in all aspects of Operations with D/L looking out for a suitable placement.

Contact 90654826 Email: mailingsaikiran@gmail.com Indian Female on a visit visa having master degree seeking suitable placement in any field, 1 ,5 year experience in HR .

Contact+968 91467576.

Indian with 3 years for experience in sales and marketing fluency in English, Arabic, Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam looking for suitable job.

Also hold valid Driving License, currently in oman Mob : 93451439

Indian male network cabling technician (19-years Gulf experience) seeking for suitable placement.

Contact 0091-8089909265 (India), Email: mohithavp@gmail.com Indian female, MBA, Diploma in Aviation & Hospitality mgt (IATA), having 4 yrs of exp, on family visa seeks job in Oman.

Contact-9910 4529, 95679557, e-mail-jkramya91@gmail.com 27 years old Indian male looking hospitality jobs in Hotel. Experience in customer service, front desk, housekeeping supervisor, captain, cashier,guest relation manager.

Contact. +968-90351742Email. samubaid6@gmail.com 9 yrs exp Site Engineer in Civil & Shade Structure. 2d, 3d draughtsman (HOLDING OMANI DRIVING LICENSE) seeking job.

Contact: 93790601 LAND SURVEYOR: Male, more than 12 years’ experience in land/ pipe line surveying in Oman and UAE. Looking for suitable placement. NOC available.

Contact 91215843 ELECTRONICS ENGINEER Indian/ male/24Yrs,Bsc.Electronics & Communications,ITI,1.7 Years experience as Service Technician in India, on visit Visa, looking For a Suitable Placement.

Contact :92794176 , E-mail: prathyushkp9@gmail.com Marketing Communications Coordinator Indian, 25 years GCC experience in Media, Advertising & Marketing ATL + BTL branding. Contact: 93031168 Email: arn14256@gmail.com 27 yearsold Indianmale looking Jobs in documents Collection executive.Experience in collection executive.

Contact. +968-90358068 Email wasimsaif04@gmail.com Indian male, 26 years old BA Graduate having 1 year experience in accounts finance field. Looking for suitable Job On visit visa immediately available.

Contact. 9565 9415 Anishkhan991867@gmail. Com ELECTRONICS ENGINEER Indian/ male/24Yrs,Bsc.Electronics & Communications,ITI,1.7 Years experience as Service Technician in India. On visit Visa, Looking For a Suitable Placement.

Contact :92794176, E-mail:prathyushkp9@gmail.com Pakistani male 23 years old experience in travel agency - ticketing looking for a suitable job, NOC available. Contact: 93253759 Indian male physiotherapist with 3 years of experience, with (moh license and NOC available. seeking suitable placement.

Contact 99767528, 91317863 Indian, 32 years, passed M.A. English M.Sc Psychology, DHM & B.Ed in English with 4 years experience seeking for part time or full time job. Contact: 99869535 Email: sahadkeyi33@gmail.com HSE Engineer, Indian male, 4 Plus years exp. in Oil & Gas, Working in Shclumberger, NEBOSH, IOSH, & NDT Certified, M Tech in HSE. #krish.569@gmail.com, Mobile- +91 9867016808 Indian Male, 40 Years, B. Com, having 10 years experience in Oman, Tally &ERP- looking for suitable placement ( Local release and Oman driving license available. Tel- 92469789 14 years experienced light driver with valid Oman license looking for suitable job. Contact 99442481

Electrical diploma Engineer Indian male 22 years, 2 years experience in control panel contact 93047707 adilm89@gmail.com Indian Male 42 year’s, MBA, Sr. Material controller having 12 years experience in Oman with reputed companies. Having Oman driving License, Seeks suitable replacement immediately. Available NOC. Cont. 00968-92944026, Email – charanjeet35@yahoo.co.in ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN Indian/male/24Yrs,Bsc.Electronics & Comm,1.7 Years experience as Service Engineer in India. On visit Visa, Looking For a suitable placement. Contact : 92794176 E-mail:prathyushkp9@gmail.com Indian male Executive Secretary having vast experience in admin, logistics & procurement well versed with computer seeks suitable placement. #99514286 Indian male Kerala, B.com & B.PE. Currently on visit visa, looking for a suitable job in Accounts, Store keeper etc. Ready to join as early as possible. Contact:-93301023, email:- sajith3969@gmail.com NOC available, Indian Male - MBA (HR) and B.E (E.I.E) with total 9 years of experience in HR & Admin and Business Development (3 yrs of Gulf exp.) can join immediately Contact 91240251 / kvaradhan@hotmail.com Indian Male 42 year’s, MBA, Sr. Material controller having 12 years experience in Oman with reputed companies. Having Oman driving License, Seeks suitable replacement immediately. Available NOC. Cont. 00968-92944026, Email – charanjeet35@yahoo.co.in Female Dentist with MOH license and NOC, 7 years experience 2 yrs out of them in Oman looking for a job. Contact 97401243 IT System Administrator 6 yrs experience, male, Filipino Desktop, Laptop and printer Support, Backup administrator, Router and switch Network, Server Administrator. +968 94134295 Female dentist with MOH license and NOC ready to join 7 years experience 2 of them in Oman.

Contact 97401243 M. Sc Computer Science – 2 year Experience – in India, looking suitable Placement. Email:-elvisgt6@ gmail.com, Mob:-+91 9497482305 (INDIA), Oman:-98291626.

Indian, 30 years, B. Com with 2 years Oman experience in Tally ERP-9 available in Muscat seeking suitable positions.

Contact on 95186652 Having 10 years exp. in Admin & HR in reputed companies. Presently working in Muscat and seeking for suitable placement.

Contact No.: 97693456. email : muralimahdav77@gmail.com ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN Indian/male/24Yrs,Bsc.Electronics & Comm, 1.7 Years experience as Service Engineer in India, On visit Visa, looking for a suitable placement. Contact : 92794176, E-mail:prathyushkp9@gmail.com B-tech Civil with honours, Civil Engineer (structures) Experience more than six years.

Contact 91431483. Email mohsinyousuf86@rediffmail.com HSE Engineer,Indian male, 4 Plus years experience in Oil & Gas .Working in Shclumberger NEBOSH, IOSH, & NDT Certified, M Tech in HSE. CONTACT-krish.569@gmail.com contact +91 9867016808 PART TIME ACCOUNTANT available, well experienced in accounting up to finalization. knowledge in tally also. contact. 92643875 Chief Accountant 25 years experienced looking for part/full time accountant job.

Contact: 95598477 / 98803439 Indian Pediatric consultant, md with 20 years experience and wife gynecologist md with 15 years plus experience seeking opportunities with reputed hospitals in Muscat. deemaild@gmail.com Indian male: 24 years, diploma in computer science and B.E(CSE) having experience in hardware and networking seeking for the suitable job. Contact: 91170912, Email- sales2@witoman.com Mechanical Engineering 6 years experience. contact 00968998907110091 - 9841867534 Email:sayed.fortuner88@gmail.con

Indian male auto cad draughtsman (civil) 8 years experience, seeking for part time job. mobile no: 0096899070584. email: remluvp@gmail.com

14 years experience in 5 star hotel as sales manager in UAE & INDIA on tourist visa looking for suitable opportunity please contact 91305978

Civil Engineer (roads and structures) Education B. Tech Civil Engineering with honours experience more than six years.

Contact no 91431483 ,Email mohsinyousuf86@rediffmail.com

Indian male, 8.5 yrs experience, B.Com Graduate with GCC exp & valid driving license looking for better job opening in Muscat.

Contact: 92609935 / 94771365

Indian male 6 years exp in different field, with valid Oman driving license. Languages known Hindi, English, looking for any job(Driver for executives). Contact 98696795 Sudanese male, 5 years experience in warehouse management and logistics services#90644186 Draughtsman, 15 years’ experience, Indian male currently in Oman looking for suitable position.

Gsm – 95358115, 96977289, Email : pillairp41@gmail.com HSE Engineer,Indian male, 4 Plus years Experience in Oil & Gas .Working in Shclumberger.

NEBOSH,IOSH, & NDT Certified, M Tech in HSE, contact krish.569@gmail.com Mobile- +91 9867016808 Indian male Network cabling technician ( 19-years gulf experience) seeking for suitable placement.

Contact : 0091-8089909265 (India), Email: mohithavp@gmail.com Experienced B.Com graduate + IATA Diploma holder looking for Accounts/Admin/Travels related job. Mob. 91142997. NOC available .

Indian male B.A degree & diploma in hotel management with 16 years experience as restaurant & catering manager in Oman & Saudi with V/L Oman D/L seeks suitable placement. Contact : 92100141 MBA Graduate (Indian male 26 years) having 2 years experience in Qatar as admin assistant looking for suitable placement.

Contact 93041141 Email: mahinmehboob@gmail.com Indian female, MBA with 9 yrs of experience in finance & procurement currently on family visa looking for suitable position in finance & supply chain.

Contact 95622568 Indian Female, 24 MA Eng. Litr with 2 yrs experience in teaching & 14 months in Administration cum Secretary, Currently on visit visa, seeks suitable job.

Contact: 92613704/99260702, Email:rohinis2010@gmail.com Indian Female living in Ghubra Muscat near Emirates Shopping Center. 20 years of experience in Teaching. Able to handle all subjects till grade 6. Need suitable job.

Contact- 94406552 Indian male,16 years Oil & Gas experience ( Down Hole Tools ), 3 years in Oman, Dip. Mechanical Engineer, Having D/L and NOC. Email – jajisuni@yahoo.com, Mob : 965 956 18.

PROCUREMENT OFFICER, IndianMale 34yrs,M.Com with 14 yrs work Exp.(8 yrs in Oman) working in Construction Co LLC( for ROAD,CIVIL,ELECTRO-MECHANICAL & Others Projects ) and having valid LT D/L, NOC available & ready to join within a month-M:94064650, Email: nagauae@gmail.com Bangladeshi Male, University MA, Working as Store In-charge cum Logistic Manager in Muscat; searching better job.

Phone:91997605. email: mohamednazrulislam2@gmail.com Diploma(Electrical Engineering) From Government polytechnic.Age 27years, 6 years Experiance in Maintenance, troubleshooting and managing and Technical in substation as a Electrical Engineer. Seek suitable placement. GSM- 92995899, (a.abbas31@gmail.com) Admin Assistant. Having 5 years experience in admin department in reputed companies, presently working in Muscat (NOC Available).

GSM. 00968-98404122, mail panduru.jeevankumar@gmail.com

Indian male with 1 yr exp looking for job in I.T as Web developer, presently in Muscat on visit visa.

Contact: 92312978 Indian Female on a visit visa having master degree seeking suitable placement in any field, 1 and half year experience in HR .# 91467576 .

2 years experienced male seeking job related to safety. M. Tech in HSE, MSc in Environmental Science and IOSH certified. #94653264 Sri Lankan Male 34 BSc. (Physics) 5 years experience as a site manager and administration supervisor in Oman with valid D/L looking for a suitable position. contact 99153061 or v.chandramohan@yahoo.co.uk Indian male 37 YEARS, BSC COMPUTER SCIENCE having More than 8yrs of experience with well exposure in PDO, DALEEL & OXY as IT SUPPORT / DESKTOP SUPPORT ENGINEER. Seeking suitable placement. Contact 968-99758320 / rangaraj_vck@yahoo.co.in Sr Material controller, having 13 years experience in material controlling in reputed companies.

Presently working in Muscat (NOC Available).

Contact 00968-92944026, Email charanjeet35@yahoo.co.in MBA Indian male 2 years experience in firefighting & security systems sales & marketing. Seeking suitable job. Contact – 90634050 32year Indian Male MSC,MBA-HR having 8yrs Exp(HR / Payroll / Admin) with Oman valid DL. Seeking suitable opening in Human Resource, Payroll & Admin/ backend jobs. Contact: 99322978 6 YEARS EXPERIENCE HR/Finance Indian female[29Years] MBA. On family visa, Seeking suitable placement-93908191, email:aswathi.wnd@gmail.com B.Com Graduate with 4 year experience as an Accountant in Oman.

Also have Oman Driving License.

Best fluency in English, Arabic, Hindi& Malayalam. Looking for Job. Currently in Oman.

Contact +968 93943448, murshid4u@gmail.com Female Junior Architect Graduated from School of Planning & Architecture, Vijayawada. Excellence in Autocad, Sketching & Modelling. Internship - KHAM Designs, Bangalore. Presently with Atulya Architects & Associates. Email saatvika.frozenmusic@gmail.com #00968-94057427.

Indian/male (25)/ MBA/2 years experience in channel sales and distribution management. on visit visa. available for immediate joining. Contact: 96914068, E mail: mailanasap@gmail.com Indian Female Electronics System Eng. UK Graduate. Programmer Micro Controller Robot, Eng. Analysis, Instrumentation & Control, Eng. Projects, Integrated Circuit Eng., Electrical and Fluid Drives, Analogue Electronics, Wireless Systems. Seeking suitable post.

Contact: 97848075, s.dinesh1508@gmail.com Indian, BE Mechanical Engineering with 1 yr exp as service Engineer, looking for suitable positions. Contact-90637918, E mail: aquasharath@gmail.com Senior Accountant, 5 yrs Oman, 10 yrs UAE experience in manufacturing & construction valid D/L immediately available. Email: irfan_syed2000@hotmail.com, call: 95389018 Commercial or Operation Manager 18 yrs in Oman – finance, purchase, sales, HR & Admin exp.

Contact 99044724.

E mail: srjobsinoman@yahoo.com

8 plus years of experience in Events /Marketing Communication /conferences / Trainings /Media representation. Having UAE D/L. seeking Suitable Placement: #95792820. suheal.ma@outlook.com

Male ,MBA Finance & Marketing 28 yrs,6+ Exp, with oman D/L & NOC, Hospital, Pharma, Herbal, FMCG, F&B Markeing,construction A/c & sales , 93379044

Indian Male,Kerala,B.COM & B.PE having 13Years of Physical Education Teacher experience. Currently on visit visa Looking for a suitable job. Contact:- 968 94106834. email:-akhilrajkj@gmail.com.

HSE Engineer, Indian male, 4 plus years experience in oil & gas, working in shclumberger Nebosh, ISOH & NDT certified, M. Tech in HSE. contact-krish.569@gmail. com mobile- +91 9867016808

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Umrah Package by Road & Air Bus Departures- Apr 19, May 03, 17 & 31.2016 Ramadan Schedule - Jun 06, 10, 14, 18, 22, 26 & 30.2016 Contact: Tariq Al Balushi - 99218069 Ahmed Maseehuddin - 99353611, Oĸce: 24790746/24706217

Dolphin Watch, Dhow Cruise with Buffet, & Land Tours Al- Ainain Marine Tours contact 98029602, 92808636 We arrange tours & accommodation at all the beautiful places in Oman.

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Minimum OMR 500,000 to transfer 5 Excavators big + 5 Tippers 2015 Astra, working on good profitable Excavation projects. Assured income 36 %.

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25 - 50 seater bus with PDO & BP specification for monthly rent & small car with driver.

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MATRIMONIAL Keralite Muslim parents invite proposals for their daughter 22 yrs with MSC Psychology + MBA HR, residing with parents in Oman.

Good alliance sought form boys from well to do settled family preferably working in Oman / GCC. Interested Contact: 00968-94443037 Malankara Catholic Male Nurse (28) from Thiruvalla working in Nizwa Private Co. Alliance invites parents/nurses working in Oman.

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Investment opportunity for lucrative building and decorative product. Contact: 99421513 Email: borderlineomn@gmail.com

MATRIMONIAL Ezhava boy age 31 height 5’ 6”, star Makam, aeronautic engineer seeks suitable alliance.

Contact 99550870 Indian male Roman Catholic 40yrs divorcee working in Muscat.

Seeks suitable alliance from widow/ divorcee/ single.

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27 years RC Girl working as a staff nurse in MOH Sur seeks suitable alliance from Kannur, Wayanad, Kozhikode. Contact: 92115860

Ayurvedic treatment for joint pain, backache, paralysis, massage, steambath, obesity, Spondylitis, Ideal Care Ayurvedic Clinic, 18 November Street, Azaiba.

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Transportation required from Qurum to WadiKabir at afternoon only 1 PM. Contact - 99012165

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Marble crystallization & grinding, Ocean center LLC Contact: 99344723 All MEP & Civil shop drawings.

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