Times of Oman - July 26, 2016

TUESDAY July 26, 2016 21 Shawwal 1437 AH

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FROM THE WORDS OF HIS MAJESTY THE SULTAN MORNING MINUTE

On the occasion of the 9th National Day, 1979

‘His Majesty’s Wisdom’ Oman will co-operate to the full to ensure the preservation of the peace and freedom of the states and peoples of the area and to help them resist the forces of oppression.

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HM sends condolences to Saudi

Safety campaigners say motorists need to be hit in the pockets as Oman has the ...

LOWEST SPEEDING FINES IN THE GCC

MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said has sent a cable of condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia on the death of Princess Noura bint Mesa’ed bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud.

In his cable, His Majesty the Sultan has expressed his sincere condolences and sympathy, praying to Allah the Almighty to rest the deceased’s soul in peace and grant her family patience. -ONA

HM sends greetings

When higher fines deter other traffic offences, why not try for speeding, ask safety experts

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tariqh@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Oman has the lowest speeding fines in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) leading to calls from campaigners for penalties to be raised to keep drivers under the speed limit.

Motorists braking before speed cameras is a common sight on Oman roads and safety activists

feel hitting offenders harder in the wallet for breaking the limit, even at the lower end of the scale, would force drivers to slow down and drive more responsibly.

Oman’s range of speeding fines is far lower to that of the rest of the GCC countries as an OMR10 fine is imposed for those who exceed the speed limit between 15 to 35 kilometres per hour, while an OMR15 fine is realised for ex-

ceeding 35 to 50 km/hour beyond the speed limit. A fine of OMR35 is taken from those exceeding the speed limit by 50 to 80 km/hour.

In the United Arab Emirates, speeding fines range from DH400 to DH1,000 (OMR41.9– OMR104.8), Saudi Arabia’s fines start from SAR300 to SAR900 (OMR30.7–OMR92.3) while Qatar starts from QAR500 to QAR1,000 (OMR52.8– OMR105.7). Bahrain’s lowest speeding fine begins from BHD50 to BHD500 (OMR51–OMR510) while Kuwait starts from KD40 to KD100 (OMR 50.8 – OMR 127.2).

Other countries impose fines at 10km/hour intervals with the price getting higher as the speed increases. >A6

Speeding fines in the GCC OMR Bahrain Kuwait Qatar UAE Saudi Arabia Oman

0 51 50.8 52.8 41.9 30.7 10 35

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127.2 105.7 104.8 92.3

While Bahrain imposes the severest speed fines in the GCC, Oman has the most lenient ones

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Muscat Festival 2017 to be organised from January 19 FAHAD AL GHADANI

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MINISTRY OF SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

More than 300 beggars arrested in Oman raids Times News Service MUSCAT: Thirty-one children under the age of 12 with 15 of them boys and 16 girls were arested for begging during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

In 1,222 operations conducted by the anti-beggar team, 330 beggars were arrested in which

180 were males and 150 were females. The team from the Ministry of Social Development carried out raids in Muscat, Dhofar, North and South Al Batinah and Buraimi governorates.

Among the arrested, 84 were Omanis (55 males, 29 females) and 246 expats (125 males, 121 females).

MUSCAT: Muscat Festival 2017 will be organised next year from January 19 to February 11, according to an announcement made by the Muscat Municipality recently.

Ibrahim Al H’sani, who works in the Media Department of the Muscat Municipality, confirmed that it has started preparations for the Muscat Festival 2017.

The announcement clarified the terms and conditions for organising and managing various events in the festival.

Specialised companies The Muscat Municipality invited specialised companies and institutions interested in organising new and creative events for the Muscat Festival at locations in Naseem Park, Amerat Park, the announcement said, specifying that interested companies should submit their proposals to Muscat

MUSCAT: His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said has sent a cable of greetings to President Abdulla Yameen of the Republic of Maldives on the occasion of his country’s National Day. In his cable, His Majesty the Sultan has expressed his sincere greetings and best wishes of good health and happiness to President Yameen and the Maldivian people further progress and prosperity. -ONA

Preparations for Muscat Festival 2017 have started.

Festival Department of the Muscat Municipality.

The announcement stated that the events shall be interesting and of good quality, which will have to start from 4:30pm and go on until 11pm during workdays and until 12am during weekends.

The municipality also stated in the announcement that inter-

ested companies will have to provide a general background about their events and also detailed data about the financial status of the company. The announcement declared that August 31 will be the deadline for submitting offers from interested companies.

Since its start in 1998, Muscat Festival has been an amalgam of artists and cultural events in which civilisations come together, involving multilingual activities.

During the last edition, a jungle village equipped with light and sound effects was introduced in the Naseem Park.

The jungle included replicas of trees and plants found in a jungle. The 16th Muscat Festival, which was held under the banner of “E’sh Oman” (Live Oman), hosted participants from several Arab and international countries in Naseem Park, Amerat Park, the Oman Automobile Association, the Al Madina Theatre and the Cultural Club and several others.

Missing Ibri resident found dead, probe on

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A 76-year-old Omani man was found dead yesterday in the Al Wahra area in the wilayat of Ibri by a citizen after he went missing for almost two weeks, a reliable source from the ROP said. The ROP had announced on July 18 that Obaid Ali Al Mamari Al Dariz of a village Ibri was missing. >A2

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Oman is a world-class tourist destination which offers something to everyone.

Visitors can enjoy serene deserts, rugged mountains, pristine beaches, water sports, historic forts, green valleys, old souqs, and last but not the least — true Omani hospitality. >A4

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Three water projects to start before 2018

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Three major water desalination plants, which are under different stages of construction and have a combined water generation capacity of 731,000 cubic metres per day will meet the projected growth in demand for potable water. >B1

SHOOTING, TERROR STRIKES SHOCK WORLD US police officers inspect a site of shooting in Fort Myers, Florida, while emergency services are seen near a scene of a suicide attack in the southern German city of Ansbach and Iraqis inspect the damage at the site of a suicide bomb attack at the entrance to the town of Khales, 80 kms northeast of Baghdad. — AFP See also >A7, 16

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Sultanate ranks fifth in global peace index in MENA region WASHINGTON: Oman came fifth in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region level in the Global Peace Index (GPI 2016), published by the US based Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) in collaboration with the Centre for Peace and Security (C4PS) in Australia.

As per the index, which covers 162 countries, the Sultanate came 74th on the world level with 2.016 points. Iceland topped the list followed by Denmark, Austria, New Zealand and Portugal.

The index whose first version was launched in 2007 measures the level of safety and security in the society, as well as the local and global conflict.

It includes 24 sub-indexes including several domestic and foreign wars, the level of domestic conflict, the relationships with the neighbouring countries, the level of confidence in citizens, the number of homeless compared to the total population, the political instability, the respect for human rights, the number of prisoners,

the total number of homicides, the number of violent demonstrations and the percentage of military expenditure from the state’s budget.

The report says that the world has spent about 13.4 per cent of the global GDP on arms, military exercises and financial losses resulting from crimes, internal security and disputes.

The report also added that the conflict makes countries incur huge economic cost and result in economic problems. -ONA

Missing Ibri resident found dead, probe on Al Mamari used to go for a walk and return home after some time, but this time he didn’t return Obaid Ali Al Mamari.

FAHAD AL GHADANI

fahadnews@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: A 76-year-old Omani man was found dead yesterday in the Al Wahra area in the wilayat of Ibri by a citizen after he went missing for almost two weeks, a reliable source from the Royal Oman Police (ROP) said.

The ROP had announced on July 18 that Obaid Ali Al Mamari, a resident of Al Dariz village in Ibri was missing. The police urged the public to report to the emergency number 9999, if anyone saw Al Mamari.

The police also issued a photo

of the missing old man to ease the search process. The Ibri police station had also received a report from the missing nephew in this case on July 14 and immediately started a search operation.

The nephew stated in the report that his uncle lived with his family and had no sons or daughters. He usually went for a walk and returned home after some time, but this time he did not return.

A number of Al Dariz area residents formed search teams to look for the missing man in coordination with the Ibri police station and also spread the missing news in social media.

The body was transferred to the forensic laboratory in Muscat to investigate the reason behind the death as primarily there is no crime suspected in this case, the ROP source said.

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80,000 visited Thailand last year, majority were as medical tourists Affordable hospital care well-trained medical personnel, and easy access to doctors makes Thailand a major destination for people who seek quality healthcare, designated Thailand Ambassador to Sultanate said

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mobinmathew@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: More than 80,000 Omanis travelled to Thailand in 2015, the designate Thailand Ambassador to the Sultanate of Oman, said.

“A majority of the tourists from Oman visited Thailand for medical treatment,” Ambassador Jesda Katavetin said. Explaining why his country is a major hub for medical

tourism, Katavetin said affordable hospital care, state-of-the-art equipment, well-trained medical personnel, and easy access to doctors makes Thailand a major destination for people who seek quality healthcare.

“Omanis are welcome to get a visa-on-arrival as usual, and Thailand has already offered a multiple-entry visa with a validity of six months and with the entitlement

of a period of stay for 60 days at a time,” Katavetin added.

Both the countries are trying to boost the number of tourists coming to both countries, Katavetin explained.

Launch of new airlines “The launch of new airlines offering direct flights between Bangkok and Muscat might also boost the number of tourists in this sector,” Katavetin stated.

Oman and Thailand have enjoyed an excellent bilateral relationship for a long time and they share a lot of things, Ambassador Katavetin noted.

“We look at the Gulf countries as a new frontier for cooperation,” Katavetin said.

In 2015, the Sultanate and the Kingdom of Thailand celebrated the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations.

“The Kingdom of Thailand can be a good partner for the Sultan-

Jesda Katavetin, Thailand Ambassador designate to the Sultanate of Oman. - Supplied picture

ate of Oman in its attempt to help diversify the Sultanate’s economy during this crisis period and this is the perfect time to diversify the economy,” Katavetin asserted.

H E A LT H I S S U E S

Late diagnosis is the main cause for more cancer deaths in Oman: Expert Staff Reporter MUSCAT: Cancer deaths are on the rise in Oman, a health expert said, citing late diagnosis of the disease as the main reason behind it. Half of the cancer patients in Oman are diagnosed at a later stage, according to Dr Zahid Al Munthiri, senior consultant in the treatment of radiation diseases and the deputy general manager of the Omani Cancer Association.

In Oman, a whopping 50 per cent of cancer cases are discovered at stage three and four, compared with 20 per cent internationally, according to Times of Oman’s sister newspaper Al Shabiba.

Cancer treatment consumes more than 30 per cent of the drug budget of the Royal Hospital, and late-stage cancer patients require more medical care.

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Oman’s scouts mark Renaissance Day in Finland FINLAND: Scouts and Guides of Oman participating in the World Scout Jamboree in the Finnish city of Hameenlinna taking place from July 20 to July 28, continued their celebration of the Blessed Renaissance Day. The headquarters of the camp received a large number of visitors from different countries around the world who flocked to the headquarters of the delegation to take part in the festivities.

A large number of visitors visited the corner of the exhibition on the sidelines of the ceremony. They were briefed on the history and culture of Oman, its developmental and economic achievements. They also watched part of the Omani Scouts achievements and pictures of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, the Sultanate’s Grand Scout in the scout attire.

Visitors expressed great admiration of Oman, congratulating the Sultanate’s scouts on all great achievements made under the Blessed Renaissance being witnessed by Oman and its governorates. Ali Al Hajri, Commander of the scouts of the Colleges of Applied Sciences in the camp said that this participation comes within the framework of cultural and civilized communication of the Sultanate’s scouts with the world.

He said that it is a real opportunity to promote the Sultanate and to extend the hand of friendship and cooperation with the scouts of the world, as well as to introduce them to the tourist and historic potentials that abound in Oman. — ONA

The latest statistics from the National Oncology Centre showed that the number of visits to outpatient clinics reached 19,103 in 2015, reflecting an increase of 10 per cent from 2014.

population, Dr. Basim Al Bahrani, director of Oncology and the head of Medical Oncology at the Royal Hospital said earlier this year.

At this rate, by 2040, the Sultanate is likely to expect more than 3,500 cases of cancer every year, according to Al Bahrani.

Al Munthiri said cancer cases, which arrive at the National Registry of Tumours during an early stage, are being treated in a good manner and many patients have fully recovered and are living

life normally. However, the risk of death increases in patients of stage three and four as the virus has already spread in the body.

The latest statistics from the National Oncology Centre showed that the number of visits to outpatient clinics reached 19,103 in 2015, reflecting an increase of 10 per cent from 2014.

Meanwhile, the number of cancer cases detected in Oman stood at 1,314 (1,212 Omanis and 102 expatriates), according to the latest

data from the National Registry of Tumours.

The median age of diagnosis was 53 years, while 87 cases were reported among children aged 14 and below, accounting for 7.3 per cent of the total number of patients.

Oman ranks fourth among the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations in terms of registered cases of cancer.

Till date, breast cancer is the most common among females, while prostate cancer is the most common cancer among males in Oman.

According to the Ministry of Health, cancer is the third leading cause of death in Oman after car accidents and heart disease.

However, lung cancer, a disease in which 97 per cent of those diagnosed are smokers, is expected to become the most common cancer in Oman in the next five years, according to Al Bahrani.

Sharing expertise Thailand can also share its expertise and work in sectors, such as tourism, fisheries, and medical services, he added.

“In fields, such as fisheries, Thailand has high expertise and we can easily share with our friends in the Sultanate and help the country diversify its economy,” he said.

“We can help the Sultanate become a fisheries hub in the GCC,” he added. The Kingdom of Thailand believes it can do more business with the Sultanate of Oman, according to Katavetin.

“An Omani can easily partner in Thailand by investing in the services sector business like the hospital sector,” Katavetin said.

According to him, the people of Oman and Thailand share a solid foundation in furthering bilateral relations and can act as the biggest asset for the two countries.

“The people of Oman and Thailand share a lot of similarities and

they are the real asset of these countries,” he said.

Great hosts “Both the people are known for their great hospitality and this makes them different from others,” he added.

Speaking about the Thai community in Oman, the ambassador said, “We have a small community here in Oman, which is around 500 and out of that 300 are working with the national carrier of Oman.”

“This shows the demand for Thai hospitality,” he added.

Katavetin also congratulated His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, on behalf of the Thai community, on the occasion of the Renaissance Day of the Sultanate.

“We are grateful for His Majesty’s kindness, which allows us to live prosperous lives in this beautiful country. We wish His Majesty good health and happiness,” Katavetin further added.

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Intermodal transport unit (ITUs) is the capacity expansion planned at the Port of Salalah from the current capacity of five million ITUs.

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Salalah port business rises by 70% There was a 26.7 per cent increase in containers received at the port during the last 6 months, where handled containers surpassed 1.297 million intermodal transport unit (ITUs), compared to 1.024 million (ITUs) in the same period last year.

Times News Service MUSCAT: Business at the Port of Salalah grew 70 per cent, according to statistics from the Ministry of Transport and Communications, as the port moved closer to reaching their development target for 2020.

The port received 1,362 ships from January to May 2016, compared to 801 during the same period last year.

Further, there was a 26.7 per cent increase in containers received at the port during the last 6

months, where handled containers surpassed 1.297 million intermodal transport unit (ITUs), compared to 1.024 million (ITUs) in the same period last year.

ROBUST DEMAND: The port received 1,362 ships from January to May 2016, compared to 801 during the same period last year. - Times file picture

General cargo flow Also, the general cargo flow during the last six months saw a growth of 12 per cent, as 5.933 million tonnes were handled, compared to 5.300 million tonnes last year in the same period.

Additionally, the Sultanate is planning to expand the capacity of the port from five million ITUs

to more than seven million ITUs annually through the third phase expansion project at Salalah port, which includes designing the northern water breakers, services and tourism wharfs, designing the expansion of the southern water breaker, dredging and reclamation works, as well as awarding

the consultancy tender for the rehabilitation of the old general cargo station.

Meanwhile, there has been an increase in ships, handled containers and general cargo from January 2016 until May 2016 at Sohar port.

The port received 975 ships

from January to May 2016, compared to 954 ships in the same period last year, reflecting a 2.2 per cent growth rate. The port also saw a 21 per cent increase in containers handled in the first half of 2016, with 258.968 ITUs compared to 213.260 ITUs in the same period last year.

There was a 68 per cent increase in general cargo received at Sohar during the last six months in 2016, which counted 1,643 million tonnes loaded, compared to 980,000 tonnes loaded during the same period last year.

Also, the Port of Duqm reached important milestones in the first half of 2016, confirming its position as a ‘heavy lift project’ and ‘break bulk’ cargo handler for the oil and gas industry, as it saw increased volumes in the first half of the year, in comparison with the same period last year. This occurred due to three new oil and gas projects moving ahead, despite the difficulties in the market.

Also, a very important milestone for the Port of Duqm is the launch of a multi-purpose feeder vessel, operated by Oman Shipping, which connects the port with other regional ports,including Salalah, Sohar and Jebel Ali. This will primarily allow container traffic to be imported to, and exported from,the port on a competitive and regular basis, until it starts operating its container terminal, which is expected to be launched in 2019.

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Green mountain retreat of Jabal Akhdar attracts scores of visitors Many people in Muscat who stay back during the holidays go to Jabal Akhdar instead of Salalah because the latter lies about a 1,000 kilometre from Muscat whereas the former is closer

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deeba@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Hotels are running fully booked and almost every open space is occupied by campers and picnickers as scores of visitors head to Jabal Akhdar especially during the weekends due to its cool and pleasant weather.

“We wanted to have dinner at a fancy hotel up there at about 7pm last Friday but they told us that the restaurant was fully booked and they couldn’t find us a table for six people.” said Hanin al Lawati.

“We went there on Friday and returned by Saturday night, and the place was very crowded with people picnicking and camping almost everywhere. We saw lots of four-wheel drives from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the temperature was around 25 degrees, everyone looked quite happy and excited.” Al Lawati added.

Many people in Muscat who stay back during the holidays go to Jabal Akhdar instead of Salalah because the latter lies about a 1,000 kilometre from Muscat whereas R O YA L O M A N P O L I C E

Khareef Salalah visitors thank ROP for its efforts FAHAD AL GADHANI

fahadnews@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Significant efforts made by Royal Oman Police ROP during the Khareef Salalah festival were appreciated by visitors, as hundreds of messages thanking the ROP went viral on social media. Most people expressed their appreciation for the efforts made by ROP to ensure the safety of the public during the festival.

The Royal Oman Police had issued advice for visitors to Khareef Salalah, offering safety measures to follow while at the festival. For instance, the police urged travellers to perform necessary maintenance of their automobile’s engine, check their engine’s oil, belts, fan and tires. Travellers were also asked to check their coolant supplies and make sure their windshield wipers and rear wipers were working properly.

The ROP also urged travellers to carry essential items, such as a tow rope, digging equipment, wooden boards, extra water, extra keys and a fire extinguisher.

Moreover, ROP worked to

make sure border procedures operated efficiently to ease the entrance of visitors during Khareef Salalah, and so they might review safety procedures with incoming drivers.

Ahmed Al Shamsi, a UAE citizen, said he was astonished by the fast-moving process he and his family experienced as they passed across the border. “We were stuck in a long queue of vehicles at the border, but in a matter of 8 minutes our documents were processed and we crossed the border point,” said Al Shamsi.

Further, Salim Al Sarhani, a national who is visiting Salalah for two weeks, said that the efforts made by ROP were clear to everyone. “You could see the presence of ROP forces everywhere, as they offered advice and help to visitors,” said Al Sarhani. He added that such efforts are always appreciated. “I simply followed the advice announced by ROP and I am having fun here,” said Al Sarhani.

“ROP has given us all the instructions that we needed to be safe during the Khareef. They ex-

plained the nature of the climate in Thumrait, and these guidelines help us to drive safely during misty and low visibility conditions. The ROP was in all places and helped us to be safe,” James Yohannan, an Indian expat who went to Salalah for the Eid holidays, told Times of Oman.

Also, ROP set up a traffic plan to keep traffic moving smoothly during the festival, especially close to the event sites. Moreover, the ROP force is stationed throughout the area to assist with traffic congestion. Additionally, ROP has tweeted and messaged safety tips and warnings to the public about fog conditions throughout the Khareef season in Salalah.

ROP is constantly using social media to engage and communicate effectively with citizens and residents to keep them safe, according to officials. ROP Air Wing provided helicopters operating along the road from Al Wusta Governorate to Dhofar Governorate to alert ground units about speeding drivers, shifting sand and were available to transport the injured if accidents occur.

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Popular reality show, Eesh Safari, to be filmed in Dhofar HASAN SHABAN AL LAWATI

hassan@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Eesh Safari, a popular TV reality show will take place in Dhofar next year, the Ministry of Tourism (MoT) announced on Monday.

MoT said the filming of the upcoming 10th season of Eesh Safari will start on Tuesday.

The 12 children, along with the TV crew have arrived in Salalah on Monday to start the adventures and physical competitions in the southern governorate.

The filming will take up to 25

days and it will be broadcast in September 2016 on MBC 3 channel, according to Ahmed Al Marhoon, an official at the promotion department at the Ministry of Tourism.

Award winning show “This award winning show will promote for tourism in Dhofar and we will make sure to cover all the major attractions,” Al Marhoon explained.

Dozens of children of different Arab countries will compete in several challenges and visit various locations in Dhofar during the

monsoon season. Winners will be granted free tickets and tours in Dhofar while the losing team will be punished by volunteering in different charitable activities in the area.

Eesh Safari was previously filmed in South Africa, Thailand, Australia, Malaysia, USA, Turkey, Abu Dhabi, Jordan, and Morocco before selecting Oman.

Inspired by the Australian show (Escape from Scorpion Island) the popular kids show is produced by the Middle East Broadcasting Center for the channel MBC 3.

MAJOR ATTRACTION: Over 160,000 people visited Jabal Akhdar last year. — Times file picture

the former is closer. “We only planned to go for lunch to the Alila hotel in Jabal Akhdar yesterday and on my way I noticed that Jabal Akhdar was packed with peoplemany of them were camping, others were on their four-wheel drives and almost every open space was occupied by families who were picnicking in the nice weather.” said Halima Al Abdul Salam, a popular social media figure in Oman.

“The weather wasn’t as cool but it was certainly much better than Muscat and people were there with their mats, cars, food, kids, mats and enjoying themselves.

Even my siblings and their friends were camping there from Friday to Saturday. Once we reached up to Alila I thought because it was the last day of the weekend and there wouldn’t be as many people, but I

was wrong as I saw lots of people there, many were from the Gulf.

“The weather in the afternoon was much cooler than Muscat, and early evening was nice and breezy, and if we didn’t have to go back we would have stayed. When we were leaving at around 5pm it started drizzling so that was lovely.” Halima added.

“I went to Jabal Akhdar a few days ago and it was jam packed at the check post which is located at the foothills, at least 15 cars were parked there and you could see that there were lots of tourists in the area.” said Syed Anisuddin, a resident of Oman who went to spend some quality time at the green mountains.

“Jabal Akhdar is a really nice spot to go to especially when you are not in the mood of going as

far as to Salalah and the weather in Jabal Akhdar is actually quite pleasant for a few months, we went there for camping overnight and it was a nice experience, we were overwhelmed to see some many people picnicking and camping, feels like the secret of the place is out.” another resident said.

An official from the Alila Hotel in Jabal Akhdar said “On weekends we are almost fully booked with families coming from the UAE and Oman. We have been running on full vacancy at the hotel and most people are coming in and staying for at least two nights.

This weekend we had a few groups coming in just for lunch and experience the trekking, tour and then they drive back to Muscat.”

Over 160,000 people visited Jabal Akhdar last year.

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TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2016 There are hefty fines in the amended traffic law; so when the new, amended traffic law is issued it will contain all the fines and violations in order to make our roads safe Dr. Mohammad Al Zadjali, Head of the Legal Committee in Majlis Al Shura

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Sayyid Asa’ad takes part in Arab Summit Sayyid Asa’ad received at the conference Fayez Al Sarraj, Chairman of the Libyan Presidential Council

NOUAKCHOTT: Representing His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, His Highness Sayyid Asa’ad bin Tariq Al Said, the representative of His Majesty the Sultan participated in the 27th regular session of the Arab Summit in Nouakchott yesterday.

The summit was opened by President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania.

The summit will discuss major issues of Arab world, including security, economic and social issues

MEETING: His Highness Sayyid Asa’ad bin Tariq Al Said, the representative of His Majesty the Sultan participated in the 27th regular session of the Arab Summit in Nouakchott. – ONA

in light of complex situations facing several Arab countries, such as Iraq, Yemen, Syria and Libya.

The summit will also review the latest developments in the Palestinian cause, in addition to supporting the Arab approach towards economic integrity and increasing economic and investment exchange among the member states, besides countering terrorism.

Sayyid Asa’ad received at the conference Fayez Al Sarraj, Chairman of the Libyan Presidential Council, Prime Minister of the Government of National Accord.

The two sides discussed the bilateral relations and issues of common concern between the two countries in various fields.

The meeting was attended by members of the Omani and Libyan delegations. -ONA

REACHING OUT

Ithraa meets UK officials, seeks investment in Oman MUSCAT: Capitalising on its strategic location, infrastructure, regional ties and talent, Oman is looking to lure British waste management and logistics companies to set up offices in the Sultanate, and help them reach out to the fast growing economies of the GCC, Iran and East Africa.

To this end, and building upon Oman’s excellent trade relationship with the United Kingdom (UK), the Public Authority for Investment Promotion and Export Development (Ithraa), Oman’s inward investment and export development agency, yesterday began business meetings in London to meet with senior UK government officials and key business leaders.

Oman’s political and economic stability gives UK investors great confidence.

The strength and warmth of the bilateral relationship, and the long trading history, also adds to the attraction.

The Sultanate’s infrastructure and development as a global logistics hub through its ports, air, rail, road construction and expansion, coupled with a choice of world-class free trade zones, industrial estates and tech parks, offer a good mix for UK waste management and logistics companies.

In seeking investors, Alya bint Salim Al Hosniyah, Ithraa’s Director of Industrial Investment, said, “The UK trade visit gives us

an ideal opportunity to showcase the wide-ranging logistics and waste management opportunities on offer in Oman, as well as building on the success of the long-standing Oman – UK trade relationship.

“It also provides us the opportunity to meet the next generation of UK companies looking to do business in the Gulf and Asia. We genuinely believe there is no better place in the GCC to establish a business than in Oman.

“This is the message the team will be seeking to put across during our visit”.

Multinational investors The Sultanate has been successful in attracting multinational investors in industries, such as plastics, aluminium, steel, methanol and fertilizers.

It is now diversifying into nonoil industries that include logistics, tourism, fisheries, food processing, minerals, manufacturing and waste management.

To date, the UK is Oman’s largest source of foreign direct investment, with over $7 billion of investment, and one of the Sultanate’s top trading partners, with exports of UK goods to Oman doubling between 2007 and 2014.

“UK companies should look at Oman as a strategic location, using it as a hub for trade with the GCC, Iran and East Africa, benefiting from the Sultanate’s political and economic stability, infra-

structure, multilingual workforce and friendly and flexible laws, which welcome foreign investment,” remarked Al Hosniyah.

UK Trade and Investment, based at the British Embassy Muscat, helped over 750 UK companies to conduct business in Oman in 2015, providing incountry expertise and business guides, direction in finding local partners, facilitating meetings, arranging visits and providing networking opportunities.

“Trade promotion services form a central part of what Ithraa does, and we are particularly proud of our track-record of helping UK companies set up and export from the Sultanate.

We also offer a range of inward investment services, advice and market intelligence that give UK clients interested in setting up in Oman the edge they need to compete in the Gulf’s highly lucrative market. And we understand that foreign investment is a key driver of jobs and growth for the Omani economy, and that is why the UK visit is so important to us,” explained Al Hosniyah.

Founded in 1997, Ithraa is a government-run, ISO and investor in people-certified inward investment and export promotion agency.

Ithraa provides a range of support services and information to help domestic and international investors set up in, and export from, Oman. - ONA

FINE

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A1 ‘Issue to be raised in Majlis’ “I believe that it will in fact (reduce accidents) and will reflect positively and reduce the number of fines,” said Daryl Hardy, CEO of Safety First, about increasing the speeding fines.

“No one is going to like it, I can assure you. Around the world this is how they made a ‘change’ and it’s penalising people for breaking the law. If you hurt them in the wallets, it’s the quickest way for them to realise,” he added.

“If the penalty is higher for other traffic violations, such as wearing seatbelts, installing a child restraint and texting or talking on the cell phone while driving, people would not break the law often…

that’s for sure,” said Hardy.

Speaking to Dr. Mohammad Al Zadjali, Head of the Legal Committee in Majlis Al Shura and Chairman of the Oman Lawyer’s Association, he said he agrees with raising the fine as it will help in preventing accidents in the future.

“There are hefty fines in the amended traffic law; so when the new, amended traffic law is issued it will contain all the fines and violations in order to make our roads safer,” said Al Zadjali. “It also isn’t a problem to propose a suggestion to the Majlis Al Shura to study and hereafter send it to the higher authorities, in order to prevent ex-

cessive speeding,” he added.

Zadjali added: “I am prepared to raise the issue of implementing an increase of speeding fines the with members of the Majlis.”

Common reactions from some people are negative where Nada Al Moosa reacted by saying, “No we can’t cope with everything increasing.”

Saleh Al Farai said,“They should increase the awareness of people not the traffic fines.”

According to Royal Oman Police statistics, 3,411 accidents were registered for speeding in 2015 leaving 1,728 injured and 383 dead; it is also the top reason for accidents in the Sultanate.

G R A D UAT I O N

ROP opens special unit in Ibri MUSCAT: Royal Oman Police (ROP) yesterday opened Special Task Force Unit in the Wilayat of Ibri in the Governorate of A’Dhahirah and celebrated the graduation of officer cadets course, as well police recruits during a ceremony held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Sa’ayed Al Kalbani, Minister of Social Development in the presence of Lt.Gen Hassan bin Mohsen Al Shraiqi, Inspector General of Police and Customs.

The ceremony began by unveil-

ing the plaque, declaring the official opening of the unit.

Salute The graduates performed the military salute upon the arrival of the chief guest. Then, the commander of the parade took permission of the chief guest to begin the graduation ceremony. After that, the graduates marched before the grandstand.

The chief guest later distributed prizes to the top graduates. The graduates sang the ROP anthem

and proclaimed thrice Long Live His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, the Supreme Commander.

The commander of the column then took permission from the chief guest for the column to dismiss signalling the conclusion of the graduation protocols.

The new complex comprises a security station, a control room, meeting room, administrative offices, sport facilities, swimming pool, lecture rooms, a clinic, a mosque and officers’ accommodations. -ONA

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

Ministry provides e-service through 26 shopping centres TO ADVERTISE Call: 24726666

MUSCAT: , On the occasion of the Blessed Renaissance Day, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry provided all its e-services for one day through 26 shopping centres distributed onto different governorates in the Sultanate.

The move aims at proving the technological abilities of “Invest Easy” Portal and marketing the e-services on this portal by processing the investors’ transactions from outside the Ministry’s

premises. Now the Ministry’s staff can process the investors’ transactions from anywhere at any time very easily.

The service will improve business environment in the Sultanate. As more as 70 e-services made available through “Invest Easy” Portal, which enable investors to process their transactions themselves.

Provision of these services from the shopping centres means

that one stop station can operate from anywhere at any time and can shift to a virtual site in the memory of the computer.

The commercial registration services can be processed through the internet from anywhere round the clock.

During the upcoming period, the Ministry of Commerce will focus on investment in smart e-services, training and rehabilitation. -ONA

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REGION VIOLENCE

Suicide bombing north of Baghdad kills 16, IS claims attack BAGHDAD: A suicide car bombing claimed by IS militant group killed 16 people including a group of women and children packed into a minibus outside an Iraqi town on Monday morning, police and hospital sources said.

A police officer at the scene said most of the victims died inside their vehicles while waiting at a checkpoint to enter Khalis, about 80km (50 miles) north of Baghdad.

“We still have charred bodies inside many vehicles including a minibus packed with women and children,” the police captain said, requesting anonymity. Amaq, a news agency that supports IS, said the attack had targeted Iraqi troops in Khalis, which is located in the eastern province of Diyala,

a mixed area bordering Iran. Iraq declared victory over the insurgents in Diyala more than a year ago, but the militants remain active despite holding no significant territory there. IS has stepped up attacks across the country even as it incurs battlefield setbacks in the country’s north and west.

Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Al Abadi has come under renewed pressure to improve security since a suicide attack claimed by IS earlier this month killed 292 people in central Baghdad, one of the largest attacks of its kind since the US-led invasion in 2003. The militants have lost much of the territory they seized in 2014 and Abadi has pledged to retake this year the northern city of Mosul. — Reuters

DEADLY BOMBING: Charred vehicles at the site of a bomb attack at the entrance to the town of Khales, 80kms northeast of Baghdad. – AFP

Syrian refugees in Lebanon hit by arrests and curfews Hundreds of Syrians arrested after Qaa bombings and security measures are making it harder for them to move around or work

BEIRUT: Suicide bombings in Lebanon last month have prompted mass arrests, curfews and reported vigilante-style attacks directed at the large Syrian refugee population, leaving many Syrians in the country feeling fearful and cornered.

The security measures are making it harder for Syrians, who already fear arbitrary arrest, to move around or work, according to refugees and rights activists.

Some also feel increasing hostility being directed at them from the general population in some areas, they added. “We’re scared,” said one refugee in a camp in the Bekaa

FURIOUS: A woman carries a placard during a demonstration calling for abolishing curfews put on Syrian refugees in Beirut, Lebanon.– Reuters

valley, asking not to be named.

“There was a big raid at dawn a few days ago. (The army) came in, hit people and arrested people with no papers, or expired papers.

“If anyone tried to run away they would fire in the air.”

Lebanon, a country with a long history of sectarian strife, has been strained by the five-yearold civil war next door and hosts more than a million Syrian refugees, who make up about a quarter of its population. It has been

repeatedly hit by security incidents linked the Syrian conflict, including militant attacks. In the latest attack, on June 27, eight suicide bombers blew themselves up in the Lebanese Christian village of Qaa near the Syrian border, killing five people.

Authorities have made no direct links between the militant attacks and the Syrian refugee population. They said they believed IS was responsible for the Qaa bombings, and that the attackers

REGION OF NAJRAN

5 Saudi border guards killed DUBAI: Five Saudi border guards were killed on Monday in clashes with armed groups seeking to enter from Yemen, state television Al Ekhbariya reported, citing the Saudi interior ministry.

A ministry statement added the border guards detected attempts by “hostile” armed groups to cross the border on several fronts in the southern region of Najran on Monday morning. Eight hours of clashes ensued.

The statement did not iden-

tify the armed groups, but Saudi forces and fighters from Yemen’s Houthi movement have traded fire across the border frequently during Yemen’s more than 15-month-old war. Peace talks in Kuwait between Yemen’s government and the Houthis to end the conflict have dragged on for more two months with few concrete results. A truce that began on April 10 has dampened fighting, but skirmishes continue almost daily.

Hadi’s government is demand-

ing the Houthis withdraw from areas they have seized since 2014 and hand over weapons they have captured from the army. The Houthis want to be part of a new government that would prepare for elections. Saudi Arabia and its allies intervened in Yemen’s war in March 2015 on behalf of the internationally backed government of President Abdrabbo Mansour Hadi. The conflict has killed at least 6,400 people and caused a humanitarian crisis. — Reuters

came from inside Syria, rather than from refugee camps.

But Lebanese army commander General Jean Kahwaji said late last year that camps represented a growing security risk as potential hideouts for militants. After the Qaa attacks, Foreign Minister Gebran Bassil said terrorists had “infiltrated” the refugee population.

Security raids in response to the Qaa bombings mainly targeted refugee camps, including the one in the Bekaa valley. More than 700 Syrians were arrested in a week, many for having expired residency papers or no proof of legal stay. Some 450 of those are still detained, security sources say.

The crackdown has frightened refugees, many of whom already avoid straying from their dwellings fearing arrest at checkpoints.

Many are illegally staying in Lebanon because they cannot afford a $200 annual residency fee, even if they are registered with the UN refugee agency. Some politicians’ concerns over the refugees stem from Lebanon’s experience with Palestinian camps set up after the creation of Israel. Some of those became bases for armed groups, who were blamed for playing a role in triggering Lebanon’s own 1975-1990 civil war.

They also fret about the im-

pact of refugees on the delicate sectarian balance in Lebanon.

Security raids in camps have also confiscated unlicensed motorbikes, hampering movement for refugees. At the same time, many local municipalities have imposed night-time curfews on Syrians.

“The noose has tightened around us after the attacks in Qaa,” said 25-year-old Syrian Rabie, who lives in a town outside Beirut.

“I want to be able to leave the house at night but I can’t because the town hall imposed a curfew,” he said, speaking at an anti-racism march in support of refugees in the capital. The curfews have made it hard for Syrians who work night shifts to get to their jobs, he said. “Last night my brother-inlaw went to get his son some medicine for a fever. He was stopped and told he wasn’t allowed to be out,” Rabie said.

Police confiscated ID cards belonging to Rabie and friends as they gathered at home late one night this week, he added. Officials say the curfews are security precautions. In Marjayoun in southern Lebanon, the curfew runs from 7pm to 7am. “We’ve made a decision to prevent foreigners from being out” during that time, deputy municipality head Sari Gholamia said. — Reuters

L I B YA

‘Deal to end oil ports blockade needs signing’ BENGHAZI (LIBYA): Libyan Petroleum Facilities Guard (PFG) commander Ibrahim Jathran said on Monday he was ready to end a blockade at key oil terminals, but the UN-backed government still needs to sign an agreement for exports to resume.

The PFG has been demanding payment of workers’ wages as part of any deal to end the blockade of Ras Lanuf, Es Sider and Zueitina.

Details of the negotiations have not been made public.

A deal was thrown into doubt when the head of Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) in Tripoli, Mustafa Sanalla, wrote to the UN Libya envoy on Friday saying that it would set a “terrible precedent” to make payments to Jathran, who he blamed for the loss of some $100 billion in export revenue.

The NOC has expressed concerns that Jathran’s demands have exceeded salary needs. Sanalla said the NOC would not lift force at export terminals if a payout went through due to the risk that the corporation would face liabilities over losses stemming from the blockade. Jathran dismissed Sanalla’s letter, saying it was “not worth the ink it was written with” and that it “neither advances nor delays” an agreement to resume exports between the PFG and the UN-backed government’s Presidential Council. — Reuters

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TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2016

INDIA IAF’S AN 32 AIRCRAFT

Hopes of survivors fade as search for missing plane continues CHENNAI/NEW DELHI: Hopes of finding alive the 29 personnel on board the missing AN 32 aircraft in the Bay of Bengal receded on Monday as no survivor or debris have been located despite a massive search and rescue operation launched four days ago.

A matter of “concern” is that the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) on the aircraft did not function which has made the search operation very tough.

“It is very unfortunate that we have not been able to trace the missing aircraft and the personnel on board. It is a very difficult moment for all of us and we share the concerns of the distraught family members,” chief of the Indian Air Force Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha said in New Delhi.

The AN-32 aircraft which went off radar 16 minutes after taking off from nearby Tambaram airbase on its way to Port Blair on July 22.

Amid criticism in some quarters about the existing over 100 AN 32 aircraft and how they have outrun their life, Raha sought to defend it saying in the last three decades of

its operations, IAF has exploited the capabilities of this aircraft as the workhorse of the force.

The missing AN-32 transport aircraft, which was inducted into the IAF between 1984-1991, had last year undergone a major refit.

“Because of its excellent operational performance, AN-32 has been landing at Daulat Beg Oldie, which is the highest landing ground in the world. Needless to say that capable aircrew are chosen to fly these aircraft,” he said.

Raha noted that events like these are painful reminders of the inherent risks which our brave personnel face in the execution of our daily missions. “A thorough enquiry will be conducted to ascertain exactly what led to this unfortunate event. The IAF remains committed to provide the best possible equipment and training to our personnel so that they can execute their assigned missions professionally,” he said in a statement.

Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba said in New Delhi that 13 ships from the Navy and four Coast Guard ships along with 18 aircraft,

BRIEFING: Indian Coast Guard Region (East) Commander Inspector General Rajan Bargotra speaks to media at he regional headquarters in Chennai on Monday. – PTI

which have done a total of over 250 hours of sorties, are engaged in the search and rescue operation.

Coast Guard Commander (East) Inspector General Rajan Bargotra told a press conference in Chen-

nai that they have not been able to locate debris or survivor in the sea.

Bargotra said that during the last four days, the area of search operation had been extended and “we are looking on all directions.”

Stating that a linear search was conducted side by side, he said,”we are picking up some items but they don’t belong to the aircraft. Presently the search is continuous.”

On challenges being faced in the search operations, Bargotra said the weather which was bad had improved since on Sunday.

Referring to absence of beacons from the Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT) of the aircraft, Bargotra said signals from it would have made the rescue task much easier.

“It has so happened that in last couple of aircraft accidents which have happened over sea, in none of them ALT has operated.

“Even in the Coast Guard Dornier accident, ELT did not operate.

Prior to that there was another Dornier of the Indian Navy, in that also ELT did not operate. It is a matter of concern which has been taken up with the equipment manufacturer and they will be looking into it.

“Yes, it is a fact that in more than one case, ELT did not operate,” the official said.

Security forces foil protest march in Kashmir Valley Syed Ali Shah

CRPF expresses regret over pellet injuries in Kashmir

Geelani and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq taken into custody as protesters made a bid to defy curfew

SRINAGAR: Authorities on Monday foiled an attempt by separatists to march to Anantnag town from Srinagar by taking their leaders Syed Ali Shah Geelani and Mirwaiz Umar Farooq into custody even as protesters made a bid at over a dozen places across Indian-administered Kashmir to defy curfew.

Curfew remained in force in the five districts of Anantnag, Kulgam, Pulwama, Shopian and Baramulla and 11 police station areas of the city as a preventive measure to thwart the separatists’ plans to take out the protest march. A police official said there were attempts at over a dozen places across the Valley to defy curfew but law enforcing agencies chased the protesters away by resorting to baton charge and firing tear smoke shells.

Reports of brief clashes between security forces and protesters were received from Natipora in the city, Arwani, Bijbehara, Anchidora, Batengo, Achabal (in Anantnag), Opmora, Choon (in Budgam district) and Safapora in Ganderbal district, the official said. While the official said there were no reports of anyone getting injured in the clashes, unconfirmed reports said at least a dozen protesters were hurt in the security forces’ action.

Geelani and Mirwaiz tried to take out separate rallies from their respective residences in Hyderpora and Nigeen areas of the city but were taken into custody, he said. He said the two separatist leaders were detained as they were heading towards Anantnag’s Lal Chowk area where they had asked the people to assemble for paying tributes to those who were killed during clashes with security forces in the Valley over the

NEW DELHI: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), accused of disproportionate use of force in Jammu and Kashmir, on Monday expressed regret for injuries caused to youths due to firing of pellet guns in the Valley and said it would use this “least-lethal” weapon only in “extreme” situations as of now.

Addressing a press conference, Director General of CRPF, K Durga Prasad said there was no weapon called “non-lethal” and the pellet guns, often used for crowd control in Indian-administered Kashmir Valley, was the “leastlethal” option available with the force.

“We feel very sorry for them as youngsters have to bear injuries due to the firing of pellet guns. We ourselves are trying to use it in bare minimum so that there are less injuries. But we use them under the extreme situation when crowd control fails by other means,” he said replying a volley of questions on use of pellet guns in Kashmir Valley.

A large number of youths have been injured in the last fortnight when CRPF personnel used pellet guns to control violent protesters in the wake of killing of Burhan Wani, a top militant of Hizbul Mujahideen.

The paramilitary force has received widespread criticism for the use of this category of non-lethal weapon, prompting

past 17 days. “Curfew was in place in Anantnag, Baramulla, Kulgam, Pulwama and Shopian districts of the Valley as a precautionary measure in view of the call given by some elements for a march to Anantnag district town,” the official said. He said areas falling under the jurisdiction of 11 police stations in the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir were also placed under curfew.

“Restrictions are in place in

STRICT VIGIL: An Indian paramilitary trooper stands guard during a seventeenth day of curfew in Srinagar on Monday. – AFP

Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh to announce in Parliament that a committee will be set up to review use of pellet guns and find an alternative to it. “Everybody feel bad when youngsters get hit. But still, we will have to use it (pellet guns) in extreme situation as of now.

We hope that any (extreme) situation does not arise (in future),” the CRPF chief said, ahead of the force’s 77th raising day on Wednesday.

Prasad said the CRPF is already experimenting with the other options under the less-lethal weapon category

four districts — Bandipora, Budgam, Ganderbal and Kupwara-and remaining areas of Srinagar city,” he said.

The official said there were attempts at over a dozen places across the Valley to defy curfew but law enforcing agencies chased the protesters away by resorting to baton charge and firing tear smoke shells. Mobile telephony, mobile internet services and train services remained suspended for

available globally.

Explaining the stress under which the CRPF personnel were deployed in Kashmir Valley, he said as many as 114 companies (about 11,400 personnel), which were undergoing training elsewhere, had to be pulled out and deployed in the state to control the situation arising after Wani’s death. “Our annual training has suffered as we are in continuous deployment. As of today, all our training companies are deployed in some theatre or the other.”

The CRPF DG said instructions have been given to all

17th day while schools, colleges and other educational institutions also remained closed due to a strike called by the separatist groups to protest the civilian killings in the clashes between protesters and security forces since July 8. Hizbul Mujahideen commander Burhan Wani and his two associates were killed in an encounter with security forces on July 8, leading to massive protests across the Valley which has so far

force personnel that the pellet guns, whenever used in Kashmir, should be fired below the knee level. “The injuries have taken place as the force had to resort to firing of pellet guns when the protesters come very close and there is a possibility of loss of lives either side,” he said.

Prasad said pellet guns are used only in Kashmir Valley as in no other place in the country, protesters resort to stone pelting of such a magnitude as he pointed to the large size of bricks and stones being used there. — PTI

claimed 47 lives including two policemen and left over 5,500 persons injured. Separatist groups, who are spearheading the ongoing protests in the Valley, had called for a march to Anantnag on Monday. More than 15 persons have died in Anantnag district alone during the ongoing unrest.

They have also extended the strike call till July 29 with a call to march to Kulgam district on Wednesday. — PTI

He said the next step would be to go in for underwater search after surface level searches, adding it was not very simple.

Several agencies, including National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) and Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (NCOIS), were coordinating in the search operations and if needed vessel of NIOT ‘Sagar Nidhi’ which is on its way from Mauritius will be used for search operations, he said.

Replying to a question, Bargotra said they had enough resources to undertake the operations, adding the search area had been expanded from the initial 14,400 square nautical miles.

Raha said radar contact with the aircraft was lost when the aircraft was east of Chennai at an approximate distance of 270km. Since then there has been no contact with the aircraft, he added.

“Our prayers and thoughts are there with the missing personnel and their families and no effort will be spared to locate them,” he said. — PTI E X- L AW M A K E R S L A M S B J P

Sidhu keeps everyone guessing on next move NEW DELHI: A week after he quit Rajya Sabha, Navjot Singh Sidhu on Monday broke his silence and targeted the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for asking him to stay away from Punjab to serve “personal interests” but continued to keep everyone guessing on his next move, including whether he will join Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).

In a brief interaction with the media, he asserted that he will choose to serve Punjab “hundred times” above any party or family.

The cricketer-turned-politician, who made clear his displeasure with BJP, parried queries on whether he would join AAP, saying he will be standing wherever the interests of Punjab are served.

Sidhu alleged that he was told to keep away from Punjab to “serve personal interests,” apparently suggesting that the BJP was acting under its ally Shiromani Akali Dal’s pressure.

Targeting BJP, Sidhu said he delivered the prestigious Amritsar seat to the party during adverse circumstances but was “drowned in the Modi wave” in 2014, when he was asked to shift from the constituency.

“It happened three or four times,” he said referring to the party’s suggestion that he keep away from the state’s politics. This, he said, cannot be “tolerated” even once as “no party in the world is bigger than Punjab for me. I am willing to accept any loss for that.”

“Navjot Singh Sidhu had won four elections but when there was a wave in favour of Modi sahab, then Sidhu was drowned along with rivals. I was told you cannot fight from Amritsar. You fight from Kurukshetra, you fight from West Delhi. I did not leave my roots then nor did I care about profit and loss.”

Asked if he wanted to be the chief ministerial candidate in the next year’s assembly elections, he said he always wanted to serve Punjab.

“I said I will not fight. I have no wish for any post but I will not break the trust of those who made me an Member of Parliament (MP) from Amritsar and gave me the highest honour in 21 generations.

Now you tell me that I should leave Punjab. I am given a Rajya Sabha seat and then told that Sidhu you keep away from your nation. Tell me what is my sin,” he said. — PTI

U T TA R P R A D E S H

Eight children killed as train hits van at unmanned crossing

MANGLED: The ill-fated school mini-bus. – PTI

BHADOHI: In a tragic incident, eight children were killed and 14 others injured when a school mini-bus was hit by a train at an unmanned railway crossing on Monday morning due to alleged negligence of the bus driver who ignored warning.

The mini bus of Tenderheart school in Ghosiya township, carrying students of six villages in the age group of six to 14 years, was hit

by Varanasi-Allahabad passenger train at gate number 26 between Katka and Madhosingh Railway

stations, police said. The mini-bus was thrown up in the air due to the impact of the crash and landed in an agriculture field, police said.

A ‘Gate Mitra’ was available at the time of accident but sadly the van driver ignored his warning which resulted in this tragic incident, Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu said, while expressing grief over the loss of lives. According to the ‘Gate Mitra’, he tried to show a red flag to the driver to warn him of the approaching train. Police said

that the driver, who had earphones on, did not pay heed to the warning.

The children, who survived the mishap, also said that they tried to draw the driver’s attention but he was in a hurry to clear the crossing, police said. Seven children and the driver who were injured have been admitted to different hospitals.

Those suffering serious injuries have been referred to BHU hospital in Varanasi, police said.

Seven of the deceased have been identified as Naitik (6), Abhishek

(10), Shubham (6), Pradumn Tewari (14), Swati Misra (10), Sakshi (7) and Rinku (8), police said.

Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has announced an ex gratia of Rs200,000 to the families of the deceased and free treatment for the injured, District Magistrate Prakash Vindu said. Prabhu also announced ex-gratia of Rs200,000 for the kin of those kiled, Rs100,000 for those seriously injured and Rs20,000 for those with minor injuries. — PTI

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INDIA

CONTEMPT CASE

Court notice to Mallya on plea of consortium of banks

FORECAST FOR HEAVY RAIN Schoolgirls walk barefoot as they cross a waterlogged road during rains in Kolkata on Monday. The weatherman has warned of “heavy rains” in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Karnataka, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam and Meghalaya, Bihar, Haryana and Delhi on Tuesday. — Reuters

NEW DELHI: Vijay Mallya has not disclosed his full assets including $45 million received by him from a British firm, Attorney General Mukul Rohatgi on Monday told the Supreme Court which issued notice to the business tycoon.

The Attorney General said that Mallya has not disclosed full details of his assets and he is accountable to the public money.

“This gentleman (Mallya) has not complied fully with the orders of the court and he has not disclosed all the details about his assets.

He has also not disclosed the amount of $45 million received by him from Diageo (British liquor major),” Rohatgi told a bench of Justices Kurian Joseph and RF Nariman. The apex court, after noting the submissions by Attorney General, issued notice to Mallya and asked him to respond within four weeks on the plea of consortium of banks led by State Bank of India seeking initiation of contempt proceedings against him.

Recently, the consortium of banks had alleged that Mallya was not cooperating in the investigation of cases against him and was averse to disclosing his foreign assets. — PTI

Court acquits Salman Khan in poaching cases The court held that the pellets recovered from the Chinkaras were not fired from Khan’s licensed gun.

NO EVIDENCE: Bollywood actor Salman Khan. – AFP

JODHPUR: Bollywood actor Salman Khan was on Monday acquitted by the Rajasthan High Court in two cases related to poaching of Chinkaras in Jodhpur in 1998.

The court held that the pellets recovered from the Chinkaras were not fired from Khan’s licensed gun.

The driver of the jeep that was used by Khan and his co-stars on their alleged hunting mission has been missing, weakening the prosecution’s case against the movie star.

Khan, 50, was jailed in 2007 for nearly a week for shooting an endangered gazelle in 1998.

Appeals of Khan against sentence in the two cases relating to poaching of Chinkaras in Bhawad and Mathania was allowed by the high court which acquitted him in both the cases.

Justice Nirmal Jit Kaur rejected the plea of the state government against the actor.

Two separate cases had been registered against Khan under section 51 of Wildlife Protection Act for poaching of two chinkaras in village Bhawad on September 26-27, 1998, and one chinkara in Mathania (Ghoda Farm) on September 28-29, 1998.

The trial court (Chief Judicial

Magistrate) had convicted him in both the cases sentencing him to one year and five year imprisonment on February 17, 2006 and April 10, 2006, respectively.

The convictions were challenged by Khan in the sessions court, which dismissed appeal in Mathania’s case and transferred appeal to high court in Bhawad’s case, where already two appeals by the state government had been pending. Hearing on both these petition in high court had begun on November 16, 2015 and were completed on May 13, 2016, after which justice Nirmal Jit Kaur had reserved her judgement.

While arguing the case in the high court, defence counsel Mahesh Bora had contended that Khan had been falsely framed in these cases, merely on the statements of a key witness Harish Dulani, the driver of the vehicle, which was allegedly used in poaching in both these cases.

Bora argued that Dulani was never available to them for cross examination and hence his statements could not be relied upon in conviction of Khan.

He also argued that both of these cases have been built on cir-

cumstantial evidences and there was no eye-witness or any material evidence against Khan.

Besides this, the major observation by the court was that it did not find the pellets recovered from the vehicle matching with those, recovered from the possession of Khan.

Defence also strongly argued that these pellets had been planted since they were not found in the vehicle during forest department’s inspection and were found there surprisingly by the police later. Similarly, the defence also argued that Khan was not in possession of weapons allegedly used in poaching and were brought to Jodhpur from Mumbai only on demand of the forest department.

Also, it was argued that the pellets produced belonged to air gun, which has no capacity at all to kill an animal. In its reply, the prosecution counsel KL Thakur had argued that Dulani was present in the court twice but the defence did not examine him.

Thakur citing the statements of the co-accused, tried to prove the case by corroborating the statements of Dulani, though, some of them had turned hostile in the court later.

Citing the FSL report of the blood stains taken from Hotel Aashirwad, where the carcass said to have been taken by Khan in first case and the blood socked soil from the spot of poaching in second case, Thakur tried to prove that it was chinkara’s blood.

Prosecution also produced the FSL report of the tyre marks of the vehicle in question in second case and maintained that out of six samples, four matched proving that it was the same vehicle, which had gone on spot of poaching. — PTI

ANTI-CORRUPTION STEP

Banking transactions under scanner NEW DELHI: The Central Vigilance Commission has started examining “suspicious” banking transactions of government employees to check corruption.

The first-of-its-kind initiative has been started under the aegis of Central Vigilance Commissioner KV Chowdary, who late last year got the anti-corruption watchdog included in the list of government agencies authorised to seek details from Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) on dubi-

ous financial transactions. FIU is tasked with collecting, analysing and disseminating information related to financial transactions suspected to be involving blackmoney or proceeds of crime.

Notified “Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) has been notified as an agency to receive Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) related to public servants from FIU. This has happened and CVC is getting

inputs,” Chowdary told PTI on Monday. STR is a transaction of Rs10 lakh and above believed to be proceeds of crimes including that from black money.

Official sources said the probity watchdog is examining the inputs received from FIU. The main aim behind this exercise is to check the flow of proceeds through corrupt means and block all channels of routing black money through the banking system, they said. — PTI

GRANTING CLASS XII MARKS

CBSE adopts moderation policy NEW DELHI: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) adopts “moderation policy” with regard to granting of marks for many reasons, including bringing uniformity in evaluation process, the HRD Ministry said on Monday.

In written reply to a question in Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Human Resource Development (HRD) Upendra Kushwaha said the moderation policy also helps

bring parity due to element of subjectivity in evaluation.

“As far as CBSE is concerned, it adopts moderation policy to bring uniformity in evaluation process, to bring parity due to element of subjectivity in evaluation, to level up mean achievements due to difference in difficulty level of different set of question papers and to maintain parity of pass percentage of candidates across years and

to compensate the candidates for difficulties experienced in solving the question in specified time,” he said.

He was asked if many state boards are granting extra marks in the name of standardisation and if CBSE also does so.

The minister said that the state boards follow their own evaluation system and the Centre has no role in the process. — PTI

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VIGIL FOR AFGHAN HAZARA VICTIMS A Pakistani girl of Hazara community lights a candle during a tribute ceremony in Quetta on Sunday, a day after twin bombings tore through crowds of Hazara protesters in Afghanistan. The attack in the country highlighted the risk of sectarian disharmony in the nation. — AFP

‘Anti-democracy’ vote organiser held in Bannu BANNU: Police rounded up a man on Monday for carrying out a referendum against democracy in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P)’s Bannu district.

Muhammad Aslam had launched a campaign outside the district press club, questioning the people whether they were in favour of the democratic or military forces to rule the country.

The accused placed banners and posters, which displayed “public decision” and pictures of army chief General Raheel Sharif alongside the country’s top political leadership.

Campaign beseeching army chief to extend tenure kicked off in Islamabad People taking part in the campaign were asked: “who is better, the current government or army?” sources told The Express Tribune.

Earlier this month, banners begging for a military coup had cropped up in at least 13 cities across the country.

The banners had been put up

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Islamabad seeks delay in execution of drug smuggler JAKARTA: Pakistan on Monday urged the Indonesian government to stay the execution of one of its nationals convicted of smuggling drugs, citing concerns that his 2005 trial had been unfair.

Indonesia, which is among Southeast Asia’s biggest markets for narcotics, has declared a “drug emergency” and vowed no mercy for drug traffickers.

It provoked international outrage in April last year with the executions of eight drug traffickers, seven foreigners among them, following the 2013 end of a five-year temporary halt in the practice.

Indonesian authorities are preparing to execute by firing squad at least three foreign prisoners, including citizens of Nigeria and Zimbabwe, but they have not set a timeframe.

They are among 16 prisoners that Indonesian officials have said are to be executed this year.

Writing letter “We are writing a letter to the Indonesian government to hold off on this execution because... our concern is that the trial was not fair,” Syed Zahid Raza, the charge de affaires at the Pakistani embassy in Jakarta, told Reuters. The Indonesian attorney-general’s office had notified the embassy that Zulfikar Ali, convicted in 2005 for attempting to smuggle 300 grams (10.6 oz) of heroin, would be executed “in the near future” but no date had been set, Raza added.

Ali’s family has also been notified, he said. — Reuters

by Move on Pakistan party, whose chairman Mian Kamran was booked under Section 124-A, Section 120-B and Section 34 of the Pakistan Penal Code (sedition, criminal conspiracy, criminal act committed by several people).

Pakistan Army, however, had distanced itself from the campaign.

Campaign organiser begging for military coup booked “Posters with COAS [chief of army staff ]’s picture being displayed across various cities, army or any affiliated organisation have nothing to do with it,” the ISPR had said.

On January 25, 2016, the army chief said he would not continue to serve as the military chief beyond November 2016 when he is due to retire, insisting he preferred to relinquish the job – unlike two of his predecessors.

“I do not believe in extension and will retire on the due date,” Raheel said in an unprecedented statement. — Express Tribune

PPP leaders agree to remove Sindh Chief Minister Qaim staff that his days in the Chief Minister House were numbered.

This was Qaim’s third tenure as chief minister. He spent nearly 10 years in the office, the longest period among his peers.

He, however, faced scathing criticism during his past two tenures with allegations ranging from bad governance to incompetence in handling various governmental issues.

Today, the PPP decided to make changes in the Sindh cabinet, including bringing in a new chief minister, Pakistan Peoples Party Senator Farhatullah Babar said

KARACHI: The Pakistan Peoples Party decided on Sunday to remove the octogenarian chief minister of Sindh, Qaim Ali Shah, and reshuffle the provincial cabinet, in a move that didn’t come as a surprise given a guessing game in the media about a possible change in the provincial administration.

The decision was taken at a meeting co-chaired by PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Co-chairman Asif Ali Zardari in Dubai. Attendees included Chief Minister Shah, Senior Minister Murad Ali Shah, Home Minister Sohail Anwar Siyal, Law Adviser Murtaza Wahab former federal interior minister Rehman Malik, lawmaker Faryal Talpur and ex-secretary general of the party Latif Khosa.

TIME TO GO: This was Qaim Ali Shah’s third tenure as chief minister. He spent nearly 10 years in the office, the longest period among his peers. — Express Tribune

“Today, the PPP decided to make changes in the Sindh cabinet, including bringing in a new chief minister,” PPP Senator Farhatullah Babar said in a statement issued after the Dubai meeting.

Bilawal’s decision “The decision to change the chief minister was made by Bilawal, not Zardari,” former PPP secretary general Latif Khosa added. “The PPP chairman took the decision after reviewing the overall situation in the province and discussing the matter with all party leaders.”

Khosa said the provincial cabinet would be reshuffled after intraparty consultations. Babar added that Bilawal was expected to return to Karachi this week to meet party leaders and legislators before finalising changes in the cabi-

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net. While the party did not cite any reasons for the removal of the chief minister, sources say Qaim had a soft corner for the Rangers and was in favour of extending policing powers of the paramilitary force in the province.

Rangers powers Recently, when the policing powers for Rangers expired, Qaim had attempted to convince the party’s leadership (Zardari) to grant an extension in the powers for the sake of peace in Karachi; however, it seemed to have not gone down well.

“Four days ago, Zardari telephoned him [Qaim], and the chief minister looked perturbed since then,” sources in the Chief Minister House said, adding that after the call, Qaim told his personal

Simple majority Since the party has a simple majority in the Sindh Assembly, it can easily elect a new leader of the house. It has 92 legislators, followed by the Muttahida Qaumi Movement with 51 lawmakers, Pakistan Muslim League-Functional 11, Pakistan Muslim League-N 10 and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf has three members.

“The PPP does not need any party’s support since it has the majority to elect a new leader of the house who will become the chief minister,” Secretery Sindh Assembly Umar Farooq tsaid.

Sources say the party is expected to convene a meeting on Tuesday in Karachi where Qaim will formally tender his resignation, and the party will announce his replacement.

A few names are already making rounds in the political circles for the coveted post. Murad Ali Shah, a senior minister for finance, energy, planning and development, is said to be a strong candidate for the slot.

Other contenders include senior minister for education and literacy, and parliamentary affairs Nisar Khuhro, minister for mines and mineral development Man-

zoor Wasan, home minister Sohail Anwar Siyal and Sindh Assembly Speaker Agha Siraj Durrani.

However, party sources have dismissed these names as speculation.

The Dubai meeting also discussed matters pertaining to governance and law and order in the province, especially the burning issue of extending the policing powers of the Rangers.

The party decided in principle to extend the policing powers of Rangers but only in Karachi. Further deliberations on the length of the tenure for the powers and other associated conditions for them are still continuing.

“Once again, the PPP wants to frame some conditions barring the forces from taking actions in some places,” said a PPP leader who was familiar with proceedings of the Dubai meeting.

“The Rangers will be given full powers, as they have been enjoying since 2013. But after recent developments, it has not yet confirmed whether they will be given through a notification or a resolution of the Sindh Assembly,” a PPP source said.

Earlier, Khosa told a press conference that the issue of Rangers’ policing powers will be resolved for the sake of law and order in Karachi.

“It is the chief minister’s powers to call Rangers in the province and give them special powers,” he said explaining that the paramilitary force was called in under Article 147 to assist the police. He added that special policing powers were granted to the Rangers under the Anti-Terrorism Act, which has now expired. — Express Tribune

ANTI-POLIO DRIVE

Properties of returning Afghans selling at throwaway prices PESHAWAR: As the drive to send Afghan nationals packing for home intensifies, locals in Peshawar and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) are more interested in the properties these refugees leave behind.

Shops and houses are being sold at throwaway prices, whetting the appetites of those out for a bargain.

Even those who were on great terms with these people from across the border now have an eye on their “abandoned properties”.

Shift in policy In light of the shift in policy, personnel of law-enforcement and secret agencies are busy cracking down on Afghan nationals throughout K-P. “Police personnel at the Shamshato Refugee Camp are arresting and detaining Afghans,” a prominent Afghan

national, associated with Hizb-eIslami Afghanistan, said.

He says Pakistani authorities are even knocking on the doors of those Afghan nationals who have proof of registration cards.

Insults, humiliation “We are being subjected to the worst kind of insults and humiliation.” The situation is similar in Abbottabad where police reportedly arrested 200 suspects, including 112 Afghan nationals.

However, it is not all doom and gloom for the refugees as some of them managed to spend a pleasant Eid holiday in Murree and Galiyat without any trouble.

“Neither were we stopped nor did anyone question our cards or visas,” recalls Sar Mualim, an Afghan educationist. “We confirmed our Afghan identity at each and every security point.”

Meanwhile, Afghan nationals and diplomats recall the days of yore when crossing the PakAfghan border at Chaman was a matter of routine. After Torkham, Chaman is considered the busiest crossing point between the two countries.

Born in Peshawar Ahad, an Afghan national born in Peshawar, says his family is left with no option but to return.

However, they are all worried about their assets and liabilities.

The refugee has owned a scrap business in the area for the last two decades.

He says his parents and elder brother migrated to Pakistan soon after the Soviet invasion in 1979.

He and nine siblings, including five brothers and four sisters, were born in Charkhana, Gulberg in Peshawar. — Express Tribune

HEALTH CRISIS: A Pakistani health worker administers polio vaccine drops to a child during a door-todoor polio campaign in Karachi on Monday. Pakistan is one of only three countries in the world where polio remains endemic but years of efforts to stamp it out have been badly hit by reluctance from parents, opposition from militants and attacks on immunisation teams. — AFP

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RIVER SAFARI THEME PARK Visitors watch as West Indian manatees swim along in a tank at the River Safari theme park in Singapore on Monday. Singapore’s River Safari will be sending two manatees to the French Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, where they will be part of the world’s first manatee repopulation programme. — AFP

HONG KONG: About one in six people in Hong Kong want the special administrative region of China to become independent of the mainland, a university poll has shown, although few think it will ever happen.

According to the poll, released on Sunday, 17.4 per cent somewhat supported or strongly supported independence for Hong Kong when its 50-year “one country, two systems” agreement, under which it is governed by Beijing, expires in 2047. Another 22.9 per cent were ambivalent, according to the poll, which was conducted by The Chinese University of Hong Kong’s Centre for Communication and Public Opinion Survey. Another 57.6 per cent were somewhat or strongly against the idea.

Hong Kong, a former British colony, was handed back to China in 1997 under an agreement that gave ultimate control to Beijing but promised Hong Kong greater freedoms and separate laws for at least 50 years. Tensions have grown over the past two years, with activists saying China is failing to abide by its agreement while Beijing says the activists are operating outside the law. The two sides have clashed over months-long pro-democracy street demonstrations, flash riots and government appointments viewed by some as controversial. — Reuters

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MANILA: Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte vowed big reforms to tackle chronic economic flaws on Monday and defended his pursuit of a deadly anti-narcotics war, saying drugs were drowning his country and human rights were no excuse to shield criminals.

Just a month into his presidency, Duterte used his inaugural State of the Nation Address to warn the public to steer clear of drug use, the scale of which was “staggering and scary” and promised no relenting in his crack-

down. Nicknamed “the punisher” and “Duterte Harry” for his brutal fight against crime, Duterte hit back at activists incensed by a surge in the killing of suspected drug traffickers, saying human rights should protect dignity, not let criminals destroy the country.

“There will be no let up in this campaign. Double your efforts.

Triple them if need be,” Duterte said in a message in support of the police in his speech to a joint legislative session.

“We will not stop until the last drug lord, the last financier and the last pusher have surrendered

or put behind bars. Or below the ground if they so wish.”

Duterte did not mention the number of suspected drugs dealers killed during his efforts but police have logged 240 deaths related to the trade since he took office, although other estimates are higher. He said 120,000 people had surrendered to police in the past month, and 70,000 were drug pushers.

“The sheer number and problem will drown us,” he said.

Duterte was swept to power in May on a wave of public antiestablishment frustration over

crime and poverty, winning 16 million votes and an approval rating of 91 per cent, one of the highest recorded in the Philippines. His address was widely anticipated and the buildup dominated by promises by his aides of a rousing speech that would stir patriotism.

Unconventional style But, as has become typical of the Duterte’s unconventional style, after 30 minutes reading from a teleprompter, he started to ignore it and veered far off script, attracting both applause and laughter.

A speech expected to last approximately 40 minutes went on for one hour and 32 minutes.

The budget for his address, normally a top event on the social calendar of the country’s political and showbiz elite, was scaled back dramatically and Duterte told guests to dress down, reflecting his disdain for opulence and lavish spending.

He pledged to fix a host of economic problems that have been a blight for Filipinos and foreign investors alike, vowing a major overhaul of notoriously creaky infrastructure, with new roads, bridges and trains, and a speeding up of business applications.

He promised to introduce new technology to improve the country’s snail-paced internet and free public wi-fi, universal healthcare and the pursuit of an end to separatist conflicts, including a unilateral ceasefire with Maoist rebels.

He said the current policies that have spurred one of Asia’s fastest rates of economic growth would be continued and strengthened and he ordered the military to help tackle illegal logging and mining.

But he was noticeably brief in his remarks about a festering dispute with China over the South China Sea. He welcomed a landmark July 12 arbitration ruling that invalidated China’s vast claims and said international law should be observed and solutions found for “peaceful resolution and management” of conflicts. — Reuters

REPORT

UN says civilian casualties hit new record in Afghanistan KABUL: Civilians are being killed and wounded in record numbers in Afghanistan, the United Nations reported on Monday, just days after one of the deadliest attacks ever in Kabul.

Overall at least 1,601 civilians were killed and 3,565 wounded in the war in the first six months of 2016, the United Nations reported, as insurgent groups like the Taliban try to topple the government installed in Kabul after the 2001 US-led military intervention.

Anti-government groups, the largest of which is the Taliban, accounted for at least 60 per cent of non-combatants killed and wounded. Casualties caused by pro-government forces increased 47 per cent over the same period last year, the United Nations said.

Afghan forces were responsible for 22 per cent of casualties overall, and the international troops remaining in the country caused 2 per cent, while 17 per cent could not be attributed to one side or the other. For the first time, the Afghan air force killed or wounded more civilians in its operations than did air strikes carried out by international forces, the United Nations reported.

“Every civilian casualty represents a failure of commitment and should be a call to action for parties to the conflict to take meaningful, concrete steps to reduce civilians’ suffering and increase protection,” Tadamichi Yamamoto, the top UN official in Afghanistan, said in the report. — Reuters

AUGUST 7 REFERENDUM

Thai students use social media to stoke opposition to draft charter BANGKOK: Thai student protesters will use social media tools, from Facebook to Japanese messaging app Line, to persuade voters to reject a military-backed draft constitution, some of the activists said on Monday.

The students rank among the most vocal critics of Thailand’s military government ahead of an August 7 referendum to approve a contentious draft constitution that critics fear could cement military control over civilian politics for years. The activists told Reuters social media campaigns offer an edge over street action, such as a protest on Sunday in the capital by 43 civil and student groups hemmed in by government limits on public assembly and campaigning.

“We have a safe space that people can access, and that is the web,” said Rangsiman Rome, 24,

a member of the New Democracy Movement (NDM), who was detained briefly this month for handing out leaflets urging rejection of the charter. More than half of a population of 67 million people uses the internet in Thailand, and many people have multiple mobile phones. “One hundred per cent of our public relations strategy lies with social media,” added Rangsiman, a law student at Thammasat University in Bangkok.

His group has more than 71,000 followers on its Facebook page, which urges people to turn out for the vote, along with charts showing why they should reject the draft.

The military government says the proposed constitution would heal Thailand’s caustic political divide and it is relying on a more traditional campaign to woo support, using broadcasts of patriotic songs

and television programmes. It has reacted to criticism of its political plans by invoking a law that sets a 10-year jail term for campaigning ahead of the referendum. In the first such case in April, it targeted a group for Facebook posts criticising the draft.

But the government is unperturbed by the social media campaign, said Suwaphan Tanyuvardhana, a minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, adding that Thailand was determined to hold a general election next year no matter what. “Whether the draft passes or not, Thailand will go to a general election,” Suwaphan told Reuters.

“We’re not concerned by what’s happening on social media.”

For more than a decade, Thailand has been divided between rival camps, one led by former popu-

list premier Thaksin Shinawatra, who was toppled in a 2006 coup and later went into self-exile.

Against Thaksin is the royalist and military establishment, which accuses him of poisoning politics with nepotism and corruption, charges he denies.

Politicians on both sides have derided the draft as aimed at entrenching the power of the military. For many Thais, the students said, the referendum is also a vote on the legitimacy of military rule since a May 2014 coup. “The constitution is just one small point, but the bigger point is our system of governance,” Rangsiman said.

The NDM wants the junta to resign if its draft is blocked, said another member, Pakorn Areekul, although Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha has ruled out such a move. — Reuters

VOCAL CRITICS: Thai student activists, Than Rittiphan, 24, right, Rangsiman Rome, 24, centre, and activist Pakorn Areekul, 27, pose for photographs before an interview with Reuters in Bangkok, Thailand on Monday. – Reuters

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CHINA: Vehicles are seen stranded at a crossroads during a heavy rainfall in Xi’an, Shaanxi province, China, on Sunday. — China Daily/via Reuters

SPAIN: Spanish matador Pablo Belando is aided after being tossed by a bull during a bullfight at the Ventas bullring in Madrid, Spain, on Sunday. — Reuters

INDIANA: Kyle Busch, driver of the #18 Skittles Toyota, celebrates with a burnout after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Crown Royal Presents the Combat Wounded Coalition 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday in Indianapolis, Indiana, US. — Brian Lawdermilk/Getty Images/AFP

CHINA: This video frame grab received from China’s state broadcaster CCTV on Monday shows a tiger, far right, attacking a passenger after she stepped out a car at Beijing Badaling Wildlife World on Saturday. Tigers at a wildlife park in Beijing killed one woman and injured another after the pair left their vehicle following an argument, Chinese media reported on Sunday. — AFP/CCTV

COLOMBIA: A hippo is seen at the Hacienda Napoles theme park in

Doradal, Colombia on Friday, in this released on Monday. — AFP

FRANCE: Second-placed Romain Bardet, left, Tour de France 2016’s winner Great Britain’s Christopher Froome, centre, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey and third-placed Colombia’s Nairo Quintana celebrate on the podium on the Champs-Elysees avenue in Paris, at the end of the 113 km twenty-first and last stage of the 103rd edition of the Tour de France cycling race on Sunday between Chantilly and Champs-Elysees. — AFP

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Latvia, July 22, 2016, in this pictured released on Monday. — Reuters

SERBIA: Migrants, mainly from Afghanistan and Pakistan, sit on a field near the Serbian-Hungarian border fence during a hunger strike near the village of Horgos, Serbia on Monday. — Reuters

BRITAIN: Shoppers are reflected in the window of a BHS store in London, Britain on Monday. — Reuters

KUWAIT: Kuwaitis walk as others sit on cafe terraces inside the Avenues Mall, the country’s largest shopping centre, on Wednesday in Kuwait City as Kuwaitis limit their outdoors activities due the high temperatures recorded in the country. — AFP

RUSSIA A motor ship sails along the Yenisei river in the Taiga district outside Krasnoyarsk, Siberia, Russia, on Monday. — Reuters

SPAIN: A child cools off in a swimming pool in Tres Cantos, close to Madrid, Spain, on Monday.

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WORLD Diplomatic win for China as ASEAN drops reference to maritime ruling Philippines withdrew its request to mention the ruling in the face of resolute objections from Cambodia, China’s closest ally

VIENTIANE: China scored a diplomatic victory on Monday as Southeast Asian nations dropped a US-backed proposal to mention a landmark international court ruling against Beijing’s territorial claims in the South China Sea in a joint statement.

A weekend deadlock between Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) foreign ministers was broken only when the Philippines withdrew its request to mention the ruling in the face of resolute objections from Cambodia, China’s closest ASEAN ally.

China publicly thanked Phnom Penh for the support, which threw the regional bloc’s meeting in the Laos capital of Vientiane into disarray.

The United States had earlier on Monday urged ASEAN to make a reference to the July 12 ruling by the UN-backed Permanent Court of Arbitration, in which US ally Manila won an emphatic legal victory over China on the dispute.

In a meeting with host Laos’ Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith, US Secretary of State John Kerry “urged ASEAN to reach consensus and issue a joint statement on the arbitral tribunals recent ruling on the South China Sea”, said US State Department spokesman Mark Toner.

Kerry pressed the issue during other bilateral meetings with ASEAN members, Toner said.

IMPASSE: US Secretary of State John Kerry, left, greets China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi during a bilateral meeting at the sidelines of the ASEAN foreign ministers meeting in Vientiane, Laos, on Monday. – Reuters

Competing claims with China in the vital shipping lane are among the most contentious issues for the 10 members of ASEAN, who are pulled between their desire to assert their sovereignty while fostering ties with an increasingly assertive Beijing.

The Philippines and Vietnam both wanted the ruling, which denied China’s sweeping claims in the strategic seaway that channels more than $5 trillion in global trade each year, and a call to respect international maritime law to feature in the communique.

But ASEAN works strictly by consensus, and Cambodia rejected the wording on the ruling, diplomats said, backing instead China’s call for bilateral discussions.

Manila backed down to prevent the disagreement leading to the group failing to issue a joint statement after a meeting for only the second time in its 49-year history.

The communique referred instead to the need to find peaceful resolutions to disputes in the South China Sea in accordance with international law, including the United Nations’ law of the sea,

to which the court ruling referred.

“We remain seriously concerned about recent and ongoing developments and took note of the concerns expressed by some ministers on the land reclamations and escalation of activities in the area, which have eroded trust and confidence, increased tensions and may undermine peace, security and stability in the region,” the ASEAN communique said.

ASEAN Secretary General Le Luong Minh said that the communique was not a victory for China, but for ASEAN’s values and prin-

ciple of finding consensus. But he conceded an earlier proposal for the communique referred to the court’s decision.

In a separate statement, China and ASEAN reaffirmed a commitment to freedom of navigation and overflight in the South China Sea and said they would refrain from activities that would complicate or escalate disputes. That included inhabiting any presently uninhabited islands or reefs, it added.

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi said a page had been turned after the “deeply flawed” ruling and

it was time to lower the temperature in the dispute.

“It seems like certain countries from outside the region have got all worked up, keeping the fever high,” Wang told reporters.

China frequently blames the United States for raising tensions in the region and has warned regional rival Japan to steer clear of the dispute. The United States, allied with the Philippines and cultivating closer relations with Vietnam, has called on China to respect the court’s ruling.

It has criticised China’s building of artificial islands and facilities in the sea and has sailed warships close to the disputed territory to assert freedom of navigation rights.

Meeting US National Security Adviser Susan Rice in Beijing, Chinese State Councillor Yang Jiechi said both countries needed to make concerted efforts to ensure stable and good relations between the two major powers.

“So far this year, relations between China and the United States have generally been stable, maintaining coordination and cooperation on bilateral, regional and international level. Meanwhile, both sides face challenging differences that need to be carefully handled,” said Yang, who outranks the foreign minister.

Kerry arrived in Laos on Monday for the ASEAN regional forum and East Asia summits.

After a meeting with the foreign ministers of Japan and Australia, the three countries issued a statement in which they called on China and the Philippines to abide by the court ruling “which is final and legally binding on both parties”.

“The ministers stressed that this is a crucial opportunity for the region to uphold the existing rulesbased international order and to show respect for international law,” they said.

Kerry was also expected to discuss maritime issues in a meeting with Wang on Monday. — Reuters

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WASHINGTON/PHILADELPHIA: The Federal Bureau of Investigation is investigating the nature and scope of a cyber intrusion at the Democratic National Committee, the agency said on Monday, amid concerns hackers working for Russia are attempting to use the breach to influence the US presidential election.

“A compromise of this nature is something we take very seriously, and the FBI will continue to investigate and hold accountable those who pose a threat in cyberspace,” the FBI said in a statement.

Emails among DNC employees were released by anti-secrecy group WikiLeaks over the weekend appearing to expose favouritism for presumptive Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton over her chief rival in the primary contest, Senator Bernie Sanders.

The correspondence prompted the resignation of DNC chairwoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz on Sunday.

Meanwhile, chaos broke out ahead of the convention on Monday as protesters jeered the party chairwoman over leaked emails showing Democratic officials worked to undermine Bernie Sanders in his presidential primary battle with Hillary Clinton.

Hours before the start of the four-day gathering to nominate Clinton for the White House, outgoing Democratic National Committee head Debbie Wasserman Schultz struggled to be heard above boos as she spoke to the

CONTROVERSY: A supporter of former US Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders holds a a sign in Philadelphia on Monday, as Democrats gather to formally annoint Hillary Clinton as their candidate for the November presidential election at the Democratic National Convention. — AFP

Democratic delegation from her home state, Florida.

Protesters held up signs that read “Bernie” and “E-MAILS”, as she spoke.

Others at the meeting cheered and clapped for Wasserman Schultz, who is stepping down over the email controversy.

She promised to work hard for a Clinton victory over Republican Donald Trump in the November 8 election.

“We know that the voices in this room that are standing up and being disruptive, we know that is not the Florida we know. The Florida we know is united,” the congresswoman shouted over the noise of the crowd.

It was an embarrassing prelude to the convention in Philadelphia, which Democratic officials had hoped would convey no-drama

around as if we’re supposed to jump for joy when they mention her name,” said Manuel Zapata, a Sanders delegate from California, referring to Clinton.”What we’ve been saying for months is obviously true: they had the finger on the scale of the campaign,” he said.

Trump gloated at the Democrats’ opening day disorder.

“Wow, the Republican Convention went so smoothly compared to the Dems total mess,” he wrote on Twitter.

The Republican gathering was overshadowed by accusations of plagiarism in a convention speech

by Trump’s wife, Melania, and by former presidential candidate Senator Ted Cruz’s angry refusal to endorse Trump.

A CNN/ORC opinion poll on Monday gave Trump a three-point lead over former secretary of state

Clinton, 48 per cent to her 45 per cent in a two-way presidential matchup.

The survey was conducted July 22-24 and had a margin of error of 3.5 percentage points.

Norman Solomon, an influential Sanders delegate, said there was deep unhappiness among supporters of the Vermont senator in Philadelphia with parts of the Democratic platform and with Clinton’s vice presidential pick.

“There’s very strong support for a challenge for a Tim Kaine nomination,” he told a news conference.

Solomon said some of the 1,900 Sanders delegates in Philadelphia were discussing staging a protest on the convention floor during Clinton’s nomination acceptance speech on Thursday, although it was unclear what the protest might be. — Reuters

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Two teens killed in Florida club shooting FORT MYERS (US): Two teenagers were killed and as many as 18 other people were wounded early on Monday in a shooting outside a party at a Florida nightclub that police in Fort Myers said was not an act of terror.

The latest burst of gun violence to wrack the state this summer occurred around 12:30am EDT (0430 GMT) in the parking lot of Club Blu, which was hosting an event open to teenagers, the Fort Myers Police Department said in a statement.

Police said Stef’An Strawder, an 18-year-old basketball star at a local high school, and Sean Archilles, 14, were killed.

Two other people have potentially life-threatening injuries, local hospital officials said.

Although police said they did not know the motive for the shooting, they confirmed in a statement that “this incident is not an act of terror.”

Police said three people had been detained for questioning early on Monday, and the area around the club was deemed safe.

Area hospitals received 19 patients, ranging from 12 to 27 years old, from the nightclub shooting, said Lisa Sgarlata, chief administrative officer for Lee Memorial Hospital.

An additional victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Four patients remain hospitalized at Lee Memorial.

competence in contrast to the volatile campaign of Trump.

The New York businessman was formally nominated for president at a chaotic Republican convention in Cleveland last week.

At least one national opinion poll showed Trump benefiting from a convention “bump” and pulling just ahead of Clinton, having lagged her for months.

While Sanders has endorsed Clinton, she faces the task of winning over his backers as she battles Trump.

His supporters were already dismayed last week when Clinton passed over liberal favourites like US Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts to select the more moderate U.S. Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia as her vice presidential running mate.

“They throw ‘party unity’

NAIROBI: President Barack Obama’s halfbrother, Malik Obama, says he will vote for Republican nominee Donald Trump in the US election in November because he likes the candidate and he is unhappy with his brother’s leadership.

Malik, who is in his 50s, told Reuters by phone from Obama’s ancestral home of Kogelo in western Kenya that he supports Trump’s policies, especially his focus on security.

“He appeals to me and also I think that he is down to earth and he speaks from the heart and he is not trying to be politically correct. He’s just straight-forward,” he said.

Malik, a U.S. citizen, has lived in Washington since 1985 where he worked with various firms before becoming an independent financial consultant. Trump’s stance against Muslims coming in to the United States was understandable even to Muslims like himself, Malik said.

“I’m a Muslim, of course, but you can’t have people going around just shooting people and killing people just in the name of Islam,” he said.

He criticised President Obama’s record in the White House saying he had not done much for the American people and his extended family. — Reuters

GUN ATTACK: A Fort Myers police officers examines a vehicle in the parking lot of Club Blu after a shooting in Fort Myers, Florida, United States on Monday. — Reuters

Two have potentially lifethreatening injuries and were in intensive care, Dr Drew Mikulaschek said at a news conference.

The shooting came six weeks after a massacre at a nightclub in the Florida city of Orlando, where a lone gunman who sympathised with extremist groups killed 49 people in the deadliest mass shooting in US history.

Club Blu, located in a partially vacant mall about 150 miles southwest of Orlando in the Gulf Coast city of Fort Myers, was hosting a “swimsuit glow party” for people all ages, according to a flyer posted on Twitter by local television station WINK. The nightclub said on its Facebook page that the shooting occurred when the venue was closing and parents were picking up their children. — Reuters

Syrian bomber pledged allegiance to IS militant group: German minister ANSBACH (GERMANY): The Syrian who blew himself up in southern Germany, wounding 15 people, had pledged allegiance to IS on a video found on his mobile phone, the Bavarian Interior Minister said on Monday.

On searching the bomber’s room, Nuremberg police found diesel, hydrochloric acid, alcohol, batteries, paint thinner and pebbles - the same materials used in the bomb - and computer images and film clips linked to the militant group, they said.

“I think that after this video there’s no doubt that the attack was a terrorist attack with an Islamist (extremist) background,” Bavarian Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann told a news conference.

IS claimed responsibility for the bombing, according to Amaq, a news agency that supports IS. Nuremberg police chief Roman Fertinger said the influence of IS could be seen on the bomber’s computer.

“There was also a laptop that showed pictures and film sequences that glorify violence and are unequivocally linked to Islamic State (IS),” he told a news conference.

The attack on Sunday, outside a music festival in Ansbach, a town of 40,000 people southwest of Nuremberg that has a US Army base, was the fourth act of violence by men of Middle Eastern or Asian origin against German civilians in

ATTACK SITE: Police stand at the scene of a suicide attack in the southern German city of Ansbach on 25 June, 2016 - AFP/DPA / Friebe

a week. The 27-year-old arrived in Germany two years ago and claimed asylum, a federal interior ministry spokesman said.

He had been in trouble with police repeatedly for drug-taking and other offences and had faced deportation to Bulgaria.

Fertinger added that police had arrested a suspect who knew the bomber.

They were trying to find out if the attacker had help making the bomb and whether it exploded prematurely, which could suggest he wanted to kill as many people as possible.

The incident, after three other attacks since July 18 that left 10 people dead and dozens injured, will fuel growing public unease

about Chancellor Angela Merkel’s open-door refugee policy.

More than a million migrants entered Germany over the past year, many fleeing war in Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq.

Federal Interior Minister Thomas de Maiziere said no decision would be made on changing asylum or immigration rules until investigations into the recent incidents are finished. “Of course I would and will initiate appropriate amendments if they are necessary or if I think they are necessary, but only then,” he said.

Germany’s federal and state security authorities have more than 400 leads on fighters or members of extremist organisations among refugees in the country, the BKA

federal police said. The suicide bomber had been denied entry to the Ansbach Open music festival shortly before detonating the bomb outside a restaurant, Herrmann said.

More than 2,000 people were evacuated from the festival after the explosion, police said.

Ansbach prosecutor Michael Schrotberger said the attacker had suffered episodes of depression.

Fertinger, the Nuremberg police chief, said he had made superficial suicide attempts by cutting his arms, resulting in him receiving psychiatric care.

Herrmann told Reuters the recent attacks raised serious questions about Germany’s asylum law and security nationwide.

He planned to introduce measures at a meeting of Bavaria’s conservative government on Tuesday to strengthen police forces, in part by ensuring they have adequate equipment.

It was the second violent incident in Germany on Sunday and the fourth in the past week, including the killing of nine people by a deranged 18-year-old IranianGerman gunman in the Bavarian capital Munich on Friday.

Earlier on Sunday, a 21-year-old Syrian refugee was arrested after killing a pregnant woman and wounding two people with a machete in the southwestern city of Reutlingen, near Stuttgart. — Reuters

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These projects, which will be

WATER DEMAND ON THE RISE: Annual water demand in northern region - the interconnected zone and Sharqiyah zone - is projected to increase in the range of 5-7 per cent for the next seven years.

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ber 2015, will have a contracted capacity of 281,000 cubic metres and plans to start commercial operation in May 2018, according to a seven-year outlook for power and water demand released by the Oman Power and Water Procurement Company (OPWP).

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commissioned in the next three years, are Qurayyat Desalination Plant, Barka IV Desalination Plant and Sohar III Desalination Plant.

Qurayyat Desalination Plant, which is being developed by Qurayyat Desalination Company, will have a capacity to generate 200,000 cubic metres of water per day and is scheduled to start commercial operation in May 2017.

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Annual water demand in northern region (which include the interconnected zone and Sharqiyah zone) is projected to increase in the range of 5 per cent to 7 per cent for the next seven years - from 281 million cubic meters in 2015 to a range of 390-440 million cubic meters in 2022.

“In 2017, when the Qurayyat Desalination Plant begins operation, total available capacity is projected to meet the capacity target for both Public Authority for Electricity and Water (PAEW) demand scenarios. From 2018 to 2019, new capacity at Barka IV and Sohar III is sufficient to meet targets in both scenarios despite retirement of the old Ghubrah units,” said OPWP in its sevenyear outlook report.

In 2020, a deficit emerges against the high case capacity target, although contracted capacity is sufficient to meet the base case capacity target until 2022. Apart from major projects, OPWP is developing a temporary water project in Qurayyat for two years, which is extendable for another four years.

Further, a mobile reverse osmo-

sis plant that is currently located at Ghubrah, with capacity of 23,000 cubic metres per day and the WadiDayqah surface water reservoir, which is expected to provide capacity of 67,000 cubic metres per day beginning in 2019. “Mobile plants are considered as a temporary supply resource which can be removed or relocated once permanent supply becomes available.”

Considering the rapid growth in demand in recent years, OPWP and PAEW consider that the high case capacity target should be adopted with respect to plans for capacity additions. Transmission constraints between the Sohar, Barka, and Muscat demand zones also influence water supply planning. They comprise limitations in pipeline or pumping capacity that may constrain the flow of water from areas of capacity surplus to areas of deficit. PAEW has plans in place for transmission upgrades that will relieve these constraints over time.

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Saudi family’s deal with banks to end biggest Mideast default RIYADH: Ahmad Hamad Algosaibi & Brothers signed a deal with a committee representing creditor banks to restructure about $6 billion of debt, taking it a step closer to ending a seven-year impasse over the Middle East’s biggest default.

The agreement with the fivemember steering committee formally commits Algosaibi and the banks “to support the implementation of the agreed settlement terms,” the Saudi Arabian company said in e-mailed statement on Monday.

Algosaibi and billionaire Maan al-Sanea’s Saad Group, two family holding companies related by marital ties, defaulted on at least $15.7 billion in 2009 as the global economic crisis froze credit markets and asset prices slumped. The company made an improved offer to banks last year, guaranteeing they would recover at least 40 percent on the debt. Algosaibi plans to pay creditors using a share portfolio, real estate assets and a minority stake in an operating business.

About 90 per cent of creditors by number and 56 per cent by value have signed the deal, and the remaining banks will be asked to sign the agreement in the next few weeks, it said. - Bloomberg News

ALL-CASH DEAL

Yahoo agrees to sell web businesses to Verizon for $4.8 billion CALIFORNIA: Yahoo! agreed to sell its main web businesses to Verizon Communications for $4.8 billion, ending a two-decade run as an independent company that took it from Stanford University startup at the dawn of the internet age to also-ran behind nimbler online rivals such as Google and Facebook.

The all-cash deal includes Yahoo real estate, but excludes some

intellectual property which will be sold separately. Yahoo will be left with its stakes in Alibaba Group and Yahoo Japan, with a combined market value of about $40 billion.

Verizon will add Yahoo web services that still draw one billion monthly users, including mail, news and sports content and financial tools. The largest United States wireless carrier also gets

smaller but faster-growing assets including mobile applications and advertising technology for video and handheld devices.

Yahoo shares closed 1.4 per cent higher on Friday at $39.38, giving the company a market valuation of $37 billion. Yahoo stock has risen 18.4 percent so far this year. Verizon on Friday ended 1.3 per cent higher at $56.10. The company’s market

GLOBAL ECONOMY

Britain’s EU exit could hurt global growth: World Bank CHENGDU (China): World Bank president Jim Yong kim said continued uncertainty following the UK’s vote to leave the European Union could hurt global growth.

“We actually thought the United States was solid, the eurozone seemed to be getting better, even Japan seemed to be doing a little bit better,” kim told Bloomberg Television on Sunday on the sidelines of the Group of 20 finance ministers and central bankers meeting in Chengdu, China.

“Brexit was a big hit, and we’re still trying to understand exactly what the implications are, but it looks like global growth will be disappointing again,” he added.

Even before the so-called Brexit, the World Bank in June cut its outlook for global growth to 2.4 per cent from 2.9 per cent seen in January as business spending sags in advanced economies and commodity exporters in emerging markets struggle to adjust to low prices. In April, Kim cautioned that the global economy can’t cope well with more uncertainty.

Before heading to Chengdu for the summit, Kim met Chinese Premier Li Keqiang and the heads of global organisations in Beijing to discuss economic growth, trade and finance. In a joint study released on Friday with the Chinese government and World Health Organisation, the lender urged a series of structural changes to China’s current healthcare sys-

Brexit was a big hit, and we’re still trying to understand exactly what the implications are, but it looks like global growth will be disappointing again Jim Yong Kim President, World Bank

tem to save as much as 3 percent of gross domestic product.

Loud rejection At the Beijing gathering, Kim fretted about a very loud rejection of globalisation in the West. While more and freer trade has raised many people out of poverty, the middle class in high income countries has seen incomes decline, he told Bloomberg TV. “People who went through their lives, did the right thing, worked in factories, were making a good income, now find themselves out

of a job and unable to compete for the high-tech jobs that in fact are available,” kim said.

Governments should do more to improve the health, education and skills of their people, kim said, adding that the bank’s job is to convince global leaders to “create a world that’s growing, but growing in a way that’s inclusive of everyone.” International Monetary Fund managing director Christine Lagarde also said more must be done to share the benefits of growth and economic openness. – Bloomberg News

capitalisation is $229 billion.

Largest US wireless carrier While Verizon sits atop the mobile industry as the largest United States wireless carrier, sales and subscriber growth have started to plateau. To find new sources of growth, the New York-based company has expanded into new markets like connected cars, telemedi-

cine and streaming video.

“The idea that buying Yahoo somehow positions Verizon to compete against Google and Facebook is laughable,” said Jonathan Chaplin, an analyst with New Street Research. Unlike its superiority as a wireless carrier, “it’s Yahoo and AOL businesses are the complete opposite,” he said.

“There are no barriers to entry

and it is extremely fragmented and competitive.”

In-roads to mobile media like Go90, Verizon’s free video-streaming service aimed at phone-totting teens, have not yet generated the sort of viewership that could be considered a challenge to YouTube or Facebook Live. That hasn’t stopped Verizon’s push.

- Bloomberg News

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MUSCAT SECURITIES MARKET

INDICES Index .................................................High .................Low..................... Value ............... Prev . Value.......... Diff ...............Diff % MSM30 Index ........................................ 5,818.14 ............... 5,807.13 ....................5,812.16 ....................5,818.14.................. -5.98 .................. -0.10 Financial Index .....................................7,426.52 ................7,413.76 ................... 7,426.52 .................... 7,419.75.................... 6.77 ...................0.09 Industrial Index ....................................7,400.87 ...............7,389.88 ................... 7,400.87 ................... 7,393.38.................... 7.49 ................... 0.10 Services Index .......................................3,196.10 ...............3,192.45 ................... 3,192.86 ................... 3,198.78.................. -5.92 .................. -0.19 MSM SHARIAH INDEX.......................885.07 ..................883.63 .......................885.07 ...................... 884.63....................0.44 ................... 0.05 Trading Summary Volume ................Turnover ..........Trades .............. Market Cap............. Up............Down ............. Equal .........Sec. Traded 9,351,958 .....................3,017,866 .....................852 ................17,057,576,573 .................. 8 ........................9 .................... 21 .........................38

Al Batinah Development was the top gainer on Monday, up by 2.33%, while the top loser

SHARE PRICE BULLETIN FOR MONDAY, JULY 25

was National Aluminium, down by 2.17% ISIN ......................................SECURITY NAME ..................................................................VOLUME..... TURNOVER............TRADES ......OPEN PRICE......HIGH ............. LOW ........ CLOSE PR. ...PREV. CLOSE...DIFF (RO).........DIFF % .............LAST PR.....LAST BID .............LAST OFFER ........MARKET CAP.PAR VALUE

MUSCAT: Muted trading activity resulted in the MSM30 Index closing at 5,812.16 points, down by 0.10 per cent. The MSM Sharia Index gained 0.05 per cent to end at 885.07 points.

Bank Muscat was the most active in terms of volume as well as turnover. Al Batinah Development was the top gainer on Monday, up by 2.33 per cent, while the top loser was National Aluminium, down by 2.17 per cent.

As many as 852 trades were executed on Monday, generating turnover of OMR3.02 million with 9.4 million shares changing hands. Out of 38 traded securities, eight advanced, nine declined and 21 remained unchanged.

Omani investors were net buyers to the tune of OMR989,000 worth of shares, while foreign investors, who were net sellers, sold shares amounting to OMR948,000 followed by GCC and Arab investors at OMR41,000.

Financial Index closed at 7,426.52 points, up by 0.09 per cent. Al Batinah Investment, Al Izz Bank, Bank Nizwa and Al Anwar Holding increased by 2.33 per cent, 1.79 per cent, 1.33 per cent and 1.08 per cent, respectively. Al Madina Takaful, Al Sharqia Investments, Muscat National Holding and Bank Sohar declined by 1.37 per cent, 0.71 per cent, 0.56 per cent and 0.53 per cent, respectively.

Industrial Index gained 0.10 per cent to close at 7,400.87 points. Al Jazeera Steel and Gulf International Chemicals gained 1.64 per cent and 0.81 per cent, respectively. National Aluminium, Al Hassan Engineering and Galfar Engineering fell by 2.17 per cent, 1.33 per cent and 0.96 per cent, respectively.

Services Index declined by 0.19 per cent to close at 3,192.86 points. OIFC, up by 0.51 per cent, was the only sector gainer. Oman Telecommunications Company

and Renaissance Services declined by 1.21 per cent and 1.11 per cent, respectively.

REGULAR MARKET .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

OM0000002366 ...........AL BATINAH DEV. INV. HOLDING .........................11,700 ...............1,030........................1 ........... 0.088 ...........0.088 ...........0.088........... 0.088 .............0.086 ........... 0.002.............2.326 ................0.088..............0.088...................0.089....................2,640,000..........0.100 OM0000002176 ............AL JAZEERA STEEL PRODUCTS ........................ 706,880 ..........175,104..................... 58 ........... 0.242...........0.252 ...........0.242 .......... 0.248 .............0.244 ........... 0.004............. 1.639 ................0.252..............0.250...................0.252 ..................30,974,694.........0.100 OM0000001772 ............AL ANWAR HOLDING............................................... 992,946 ..........187,083..................... 75 ............0.186 ........... 0.190 ...........0.186 ........... 0.188 ............. 0.186............ 0.002............. 1.075 ................0.190..............0.190................... 0.191 ...................32,900,462.........0.100

Emerging stocks rise Emerging-market stocks headed for a 10-month high and volatility fell to the lowest level in more than a year as better-thanexpected German data boosted confidence the fallout of Brexit may be contained. Turkey’s lira and stocks rebounded.

Russian food retailer Magnit rallied the most since February after reporting net income that was almost a third higher than estimates. Markets in Poland, South Africa and India gained more than 1 per cent. The Borsa Istanbul 100 Index jumped 2.8 per cent, the most worldwide, after Prime Minister BinaliYildirim said the government plans to set up a multibillion-dollar fund to support economic growth, offsetting the fallout of a failed coup.

Hungary’s forint and Poland’s zloty rose.

Emerging-market stocks are on course for their best month since March on speculation central banks in Europe and Japan will add stimulus to support their economies in the wake of the UK vote last month to leave the European Union. Data showed business confidence in Germany proved more resilient than economists predicted in July, improving prospects for trade to remain intact in developing Europe.

“Investors’ bias is to be long emerging markets,” said Regis Chatellier, a strategist at SocieteGenerale in London, who favours Argentinian and Indonesian sovereign international bonds. “During the first half of the year there was a lot of global risk: potential Fed hikes, Brexit, oil repricing.

Now, global themes are a bit subdued and that’s why there is not much volatility.”

OM0000002028 ...........GULF INTERNATIONAL CHEMICALS ............ 107,756 ............ 26,952......................11 ........... 0.250 ........... 0.251 ...........0.250........... 0.250 .............0.248 ........... 0.002.............0.806 ................0.251 ..............0.250...................0.251....................5,250,000 ..........0.100 OM0000001525 ............OMAN INVESTMENT AND FINANCE.............. 160,948 ............ 31,712........................4 ............0.197 ...........0.200 ...........0.197 ............0.197 ............. 0.196.............0.001 ............. 0.510 ................0.200 .............0.198...................0.200 ..................39,400,000.........0.100 OM0000001145 ............PORT SERVICES CORPORATION ....................... 347,140.............83,319..................... 35 ........... 0.240........... 0.241 ...........0.240 .......... 0.240 .............0.240 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.240 .............0.239...................0.240 ..................22,809,600.........0.100 OM0000001160 ............NATIONAL GAS .................................................................. 500 ...................312........................1 ........... 0.624 ...........0.624 ...........0.624........... 0.620 .............0.620 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.624.............. 0.616...................0.620 ..................34,100,000.........0.100 OM0000001418 ............RAYSUT CEMENT ........................................................56,497 .............77,683........................5 ............1.375 ........... 1.375............1.375 ............1.375 ............. 1.375............ 0.000.............0.000 ................1.375 ..............1.350...................1.375 ................. 275,000,000 .......0.100 OM0000001483............NATIONAL BANK OF OMAN .....................................4,000 ...............1,008........................1 ........... 0.252 ...........0.252 ...........0.252........... 0.256 .............0.256 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.252..............0.252...................0.256..................377,544,006........0.100 OM0000001517 ............HSBC BANK OMAN .................................................... 324,000........... 32,076........................7 ........... 0.099 ...........0.099 ...........0.099........... 0.099 .............0.099 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.099..............0.098...................0.099..................198,030,966........0.100 OM0000001681 ............OMAN AND EMIRATES INV. HOLDING............. 38,217 ............... 5,143......................11 ............0.135 ........... 0.135 ...........0.134............0.135 ............. 0.135............ 0.000.............0.000 ................0.134 ..............0.134...................0.135 ................... 16,453,125 .........0.100 OM0000001962............AL MADINA INVESTMENT .................................... 32,000 ............... 1,952........................4 ............0.061 ........... 0.061 ...........0.061 ........... 0.061 ............. 0.061............ 0.000.............0.000 ................0.061 ..............0.060...................0.061...................12,636,234 .........0.100 OM0000002200 ...........AHLI BANK .................................................................... 300,000........... 55,200........................3 ............0.184 ........... 0.184 ...........0.184........... 0.184 .............0.184 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.184..............0.180...................0.184................. 262,206,650 .......0.100 OM0000002226 ...........AL JAZEERA SERVICES ............................................10,000 ...............2,120........................1 ............0.212 ........... 0.212 ...........0.212........... 0.212 .............0.212 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.212............. 0.208...................0.212...................12,975,306 .........0.100 OM0000002374............UNITED FINANCE .......................................................36,937 ............... 5,575........................3 ............0.150 ........... 0.151............0.150 ............0.151 ............. 0.151 ............ 0.000.............0.000 ................0.151 ...............0.151...................0.162................... 49,271,781 .........0.100 OM0000002549 ...........BANK DHOFAR ............................................................ 120,454 ........... 28,307........................4 ........... 0.235 ........... 0.235 ...........0.235........... 0.235 .............0.235 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.235..............0.235...................0.254 .................399,312,329........0.100 OM0000002572 ...........OMAN OIL MARKETING ..........................................13,000 ............24,440........................1 ............1.880 ........... 1.880 ...........1.880........... 1.880 .............1.880............ 0.000.............0.000 ................1.880 ............. 0.000...................1.880.................. 115,197,000 ........0.100 OM0000002796 ...........BANK MUSCAT ............................................................ 3,542,175 ...1,346,077...................501 ........... 0.380 ...........0.382 ...........0.378........... 0.380 .............0.380 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.380..............0.380...................0.382 .................948,575,098........0.100 OM0000002820 ...........GULF INVESTMENT SERVICES ...........................77,800 ............... 8,817........................7 ............0.113 ........... 0.114............0.113 ............0.113 ............. 0.113 ............ 0.000.............0.000 ................0.114 .............. 0.114................... 0.118 ....................6,649,284 ..........0.100 OM0000003661 ............VOLTAMP ENERGY ...........................................................552 ..................248........................1 ........... 0.450 ...........0.450 ...........0.450........... 0.450 .............0.450 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.450..............0.450...................0.460 ..................27,225,000.........0.100 OM0000003711 ............SOHAR POWER................................................................2,030 .................. 589........................2 ........... 0.299 ...........0.299 ...........0.290 .......... 0.299 .............0.299 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.290............. 0.290...................0.295...................66,081,990 .........0.100 OM0000003968 ...........OOREDOO....................................................................... 125,500 ........... 93,372........................9 ............0.744 ........... 0.744 ...........0.744........... 0.744 .............0.744............ 0.000.............0.000 ................0.744 ..............0.740...................0.744................. 484,302,507 .......0.100 OM0000004735 ...........SEMBCORP SALALAH................................................ 16,470 ...............3,953........................4 ........... 0.240...........0.240 ...........0.240 .......... 0.240 .............0.240 ........... 0.000.............0.000 ................0.240 ............ 0.240...................0.260 .................229,097,268........0.100 OM0000003398 ...........BANK SOHAR................................................................ 110,000............ 20,545........................3 ............0.186 ........... 0.187 ...........0.186 ............0.187 ............. 0.188............-0.001 ........... -0.532 ...............0.187 ..............0.182...................0.186..................300,041,377........0.100 OM0000002440 ...........AL SHARQIA INVESTMENT HOLDING ........... 173,910 ............24,382......................17 ............0.140 ........... 0.141............0.140........... 0.140 ............. 0.141............-0.001 ........... -0.709 ...............0.141 ..............0.140...................0.142...................12,600,000.........0.100 OM0000003521 ............GALFAR ENGINEERING AND CON. .................. 340,418 ............35,164.....................20 ............0.104 ........... 0.104 ...........0.103........... 0.103 .............0.104 ...........-0.001 ........... -0.962 ...............0.103 ..............0.103...................0.104...................29,868,006.........0.100 OM0000003224 ...........RENAISSANCE SERVICES ...................................... 50,000 .............13,350........................6 ........... 0.267 ...........0.267 ...........0.267........... 0.267 .............0.270 ...........-0.003 ............-1.111 ................0.267............. 0.260...................0.266 ..................77,603,823 .........0.100 OM0000003026 ...........OMAN TELECOMMUNICATION ...........................10,156 ............. 16,621........................9 ............1.635 ........... 1.650 ...........1.635 ............1.635 ............. 1.655............-0.020 ........... -1.208 ...............1.650 ..............1.640...................1.650................1,226,250,000......0.100 OM0000004768 ...........AL MADINA TAKAFUL...............................................65,495 ............... 4,721........................7 ........... 0.073 ........... 0.073 ...........0.072........... 0.072 .............0.073 ...........-0.001 ........... -1.370................0.072..............0.072...................0.073...................12,600,000.........0.100 OM0000001319 ............NATIONAL ALUMINIUM PRODUCTS .................6,600 ............... 1,485........................2 ........... 0.225 ...........0.225 ...........0.225........... 0.225 .............0.230 ...........-0.005 ........... -2.174................0.225............. 0.220...................0.225 ................... 7,553,576 ..........0.100 .............................................SUM: .................................................................................. 7,784,081... 2,308,339................... 813 ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. ........................................................................................................................................... TRADED SEC. ......30........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

PARALLEL MARKET .................................................................................................................................................................................

OM0000004511 ............ALIZZ ISLAMIC BANK................................................18,000 ...............1,026........................3 ........... 0.057 ........... 0.057 ...........0.057........... 0.057 .............0.056 ............0.001 ............. 1.786.................0.057..............0.057...................0.058...................57,000,000.........0.100 OM0000004420 ...........BANK NIZWA ................................................................ 240,190 ............18,236......................11 ............0.075 ........... 0.076 ...........0.075........... 0.076 .............0.075 ............0.001 ............. 1.333 ................0.076..............0.076...................0.077..................114,000,000........0.100 OM0000001566 ............OMAN FISHERIES ....................................................... 51,973 ............... 3,170........................7 ............0.061 ........... 0.061 ...........0.061 ........... 0.061 ............. 0.061............ 0.000.............0.000 ................0.061 ..............0.060...................0.061.................... 7,625,000 ..........0.100 OM0000005963 ...........PHOENIX POWER ...................................................... 400,000...........62,400........................3 ............0.156 ........... 0.156 ...........0.156 ............0.156 ............. 0.156............ 0.000.............0.000 ................0.156 ..............0.154...................0.156..................228,165,828........0.100 OM0000001806............MUSCAT NATIONAL HOLDING .............................. 1,200 ...............2,148........................1 ............1.790 ........... 1.790............1.790 ............1.790 .............1.800 ...........-0.010 ........... -0.556 ...............1.790 ............. 0.000...................1.780 ....................8,950,000 ..........1.000 OM0000002564 ...........AL HASSAN ENGINEERING.................................... 61,514 ...............4,572..................... 10 ............0.075 ........... 0.075 ...........0.074........... 0.074 .............0.075 ...........-0.001 ............-1.333................0.074..............0.073...................0.074.................... 5,565,392 ..........0.100 .............................................SUM: .................................................................................. 772,877 ............91,553..................... 35 ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. ........................................................................................................................................... TRADED SEC. ........ 6........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

– United Securities/Bloomberg News

INDIAN MARKETS

Sensex rises; rupee declines MUMBAI: It was blockbuster Monday for stock markets as the BSE Sensex recaptured the 28,000-mark after 11 months and the Nifty closed at a 15-month high on hopes of Goods and Services Tax (GST) bill passage and G20 policymakers agreeing on measures for boosting global growth.

Stocks with higher overseas exposure zoomed with country’s largest carmaker and the bank being the biggest beneficiaries from

the Sensex pack. Maruti Suzuki surged 3.11 per cent to Rs4,550.60, while SBI gained 2.86 per cent.

The Sensex resumed higher at 27,753.96 and firmed up to a high of 28,110.37 before ending at 28,095.34, showing a rise of 292.10 points or 1.05 per cent. It had last ended at 28,101.92 on August 10, 2015. The Nifty rose 94.95 points or 1.11 per cent to close at 15-month high of 8,635.65 -- its highest closing since April 16,

2015, at 8,706.70.

Rupee drops The rupee on Monday ended lower by 27 paise to more than 2-week low of 67.35 against the American currency on monthend dollar demand from importers in spite of sharp rise in the domestic equity market.

Good foreign capital inflows failed to restrict the rupee’s fall against the dollar. - PTI

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MARKET ECONOMY

Turkey plans multibillion dollar fund to support growth ANKARA: Aiming to limit the economic fallout from this month’s failed coup, Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim ruled out early elections and said the government plans a multibillion-dollar infrastructure fund to keep growth on track.

In an interview on Sunday, he said the purges of those allegedly implicated in the putsch, which have spread concerns that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was taking advantage of the upheaval to neutralise opponents, are nearing an end.

“Here is what we are telling global investors: Life is back to normal in Turkey,” Yildirim said, speaking at his residence in Ankara.

Currency The failed attempt on July 15 by military officers to seize power, which left about 250 dead, shocked markets, drove the currency to a record low and sent stock prices down more than 13 per cent.

Sweeping purges of those accused of complicity have reached far beyond the military, with educators and corporate executives also removed from their positions.

A total of 13,165 people were detained on suspicions of involvement in the plot or links to Fethullah Gulen, the United States-based cleric that the government has blamed for inciting the uprising.

Gulen has denied any involvement.

The economic impact of the upheaval has been limited mainly to financial markets and a downgrade of Turkey’s credit rating by S&P Global Ratings. Moody’s Investors Service has put the country’s debt on review for a possible downgrade.

Morgan Stanley said that while their base case is for Turkey to keep its rating, “we believe that it is now a very close call.” - Bloomberg News

Meethaq widens network with new Muttrah branch Meethaq opened the new branch in Corniche as part of its focus to expand branch operations across the Sultanate and thereby offer world-class Islamic banking experience to customers.

SPREADING WINGS: Meethaq, the pioneer of Islamic banking in Oman from Bank Muscat, strives to fulfill the needs of customers with innovative Sharia-based products and the extension of the branch network. – Supplied picture

Times News Service MUSCAT: Widening its network across the Sultanate, Meethaq, the pioneer of Islamic banking in Oman from Bank Muscat, opened a state-of-the-art branch in Corniche, Muttrah. The formal inauguration of the fourteenth branch was attended by dignitaries and senior bank officials.

“Meethaq is proud to open the new branch in Corniche as part of its focus to expand branch operations across the Sultanate and thereby offer world-class Islamic banking experience to customers. The banking sector in Oman is witnessing the consolidation of Islamic banking and the stateof-the-art branch network reflects Meethaq’s focus to redefine Islamic banking operations in Oman,” said Sulaiman Al Harthy, deputy chief executive officer –– Islamic Banking – Bank Muscat.

“The new branch is designed to create a unique ambience and banking environment in line with the Meethaq brand values of true partnership, transparency and trust. Meethaq plans to expand the branch network as well as launch new products and services to complement the unique Islamic banking experience,” he added, Meethaq strives to fulfill the needs of customers with innovative Sharia-based products and the extension of the branch network is yet another proof of its

FIRST HALF

Achievements Meethaq is the leading Islamic financial services provider in the Sultanate with many achievements contributing to the growth and development of the Sultanate’s economy.

Meethaq extends support to all key economic sectors with innovative Sharia-based products and is well positioned to provide

banking and internet banking.

The bank has invested in staff, systems and controls to ensure the service is delivered in a professional, segregated and fully Sharia-compliant manner.

Robust model Meethaq has adopted the best practices in Islamic banking and finance worldwide to combine a robust model which protects customers and complements the Islamic banking industry. Every Meethaq product goes through the process of Sharia compliance certification by the Sharia Supervisory Board and is created in line with the guidelines of the Central Bank of Oman.

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S T R AT E G Y

Upgraded smartphones help Huawei revenue jump 40% BEIJING: Huawei’s revenue growth accelerated in the first half as upgraded smartphones and network gear helped China’s largest vendor of telecommunications equipment counter deteriorating global demand.

The world’s third-largest smartphone brand grew revenue 40 per cent to 245.5 billion yuan ($37 billion) in the first six months, the Shenzhen-based company said in a statement. That’s up from the 30 per cent growth it managed in the first half of 2015.

Founded in 1987 by former army engineer Ren Zhengfei, Huawei has sprung to the vanguard of a crop of Chinese smartphone vendors trying to compete with global leaders Samsung Electronics and Apple. The company used its business of selling networking gear to bankroll an expansion into premium phones, becoming China’s biggest mobile label last year. It plans to sustain its pace of investment in research as carriers prepare to build fifthgeneration broadband networks in coming years.

Competition, however, is weighing on profitability. Huawei’s operating margin came to 12 per cent in the first half, narrowing from 18 per cent in the same period last year. Global smartphone vendors are scrabbling to safeguard their share of a market going through its worst downturn on record, as Western markets mature and China, the biggest by users, flatlines after years of

commitment and dedication to meet customer expectations for Islamic banking.

Islamic financial expertise and thereby promote the good of society as a whole.

Meethaq is focused on developing as a benchmark Islamic financial institution in Oman and the region. Within just three years of operations, Meethaq has attained the leading position in the Islamic banking industry in Oman in terms of financing receivables, branch network, products and services, IT infrastructure and human resources development.

Meethaq not only provides benchmark Islamic financial solutions to support the country’s development but also plays a key role in raising awareness and educating people on important aspects of Islamic banking and finance.

Meethaq offers a full suite of Islamic banking products and services, including savings account, current account, home finance, auto finance, credit card, mobile

INVESTMENT IN RESEARCH: Huawei plans to sustain its pace of investment in research as carriers prepare to build fifth-generation broadband networks in coming years. – Bloomberg News

industry-supporting growth.

Local vendors Huawei is “one of the few vendors that we’re expecting to grow, at least in the smartphone space, quite significantly this year,” said Bryan Ma, vice president of client devices research at IDC, told Bloomberg Television. But “there is quite a bit of competition. You’ve got local vendors in China, Oppo and Vivo, being examples of local vendors that are arguably even more aggressive than they are.”

Huawei didn’t break out the performance of individual units of a business that also encom-

passes cloud computing and enterprise services.

Its Consumer Business Group, which sells phones, watches and laptops, is scheduled to announce results Tuesday.

That unit chalked up 73 per cent sales growth in 2015 to 129.1 billion yuan, out of the corporation’s total revenue of 395 billion yuan. Richard Yu, chief executive of the consumer business group, has said the firm aims to eventually displace Apple and Samsung from the top spots in global smartphones. He’s hoping for revenue at his devices division to climb 50 per cent this year. - Bloomberg News

HSBC in talks to sell Lebanese business BEIRUT: HSBC Holdings, the London-based lender scaling back its global presence, has discussed plans to sell its Lebanese business with Beirut-based Blom Bank.

No binding agreement has been reached and there is no certainty it will be, HSBC said in an e-mailed statement on Monday. In a separate statement, Blom Bank confirmed it has held talks with HSBC. No further details were provided by the banks.

Chief executive officer Stuart Gulliver announced a three-year strategy last year to shrink HSBC’s sprawling operations and reduce annual costs by $5 billion, pledging

to cut 25,000 employees. HSBC was present in 71 countries at the end of 2015, down from 87 in 2011, according to its website.

In the Middle East, HSBC operates in the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Ku-

wait and Algeria. In Saudi Arabia, the bank holds a 40 per cent stake in Saudi British Bank and a 49 perc ent share in HSBC Saudi Arabia.

A planned sale of its unprofitable Turkish unit was scrapped earlier this year after the bank struggled to find a buyer, people with knowledge of the matter said in February.

HSBC Lebanon was established in 1946 and operates three branches in the country, employing around 200 people. It offers a full range of banking services to international retail and corporate clients, the bank said in the statement. – Bloomberg News

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TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2016

FEATURE

THE WORLD’S TOP ECONOMISTS WANT TO WORK FOR AMAZON AND FACEBOOK There were 11,500 economists working in the private sector as of May 2015, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, up from 5,580 in May 2010. Facebook’s data-science team employs about 25 Ph.D.s in economics. Amazon employs more than 60 economists, according to attendees at the NABE networking event, and its careers page lists more than 30 open positions.

US companies went on an economist hiring spree in the late 1950s and 1960s as computers made econometric analysis possible and companies sought experts to forecast swings in the business cycle. Today, businesses are once again ramping up their hiring of economists, this time spurred by a boom in webgenerated data and tools. Their job is to extract insights that can help businesses improve their products.

Some also produce research to shape public policy.

A

t an April meet-up organised by the National Association for Business Economics (NABE), a Facebook researcher named Michael Bailey showed his peers how somebody in Detroit might be willing to pay more for a home if he or she had lots of Facebook friends living in a high-priced housing market such as San Francisco.

For their paper, Bailey and his co-authors had matched public records on 525,000 home sales to anonymised data for 1.4 million Facebook users.

It was the first formal gathering of tech company economists, according to NABE Executive Director Tom Beers, and included numerous stars of the consumer Internet. The other attendees at the daylong meeting, held at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco, had similar tales to tell. Hal Varian, the Google economist who helped develop the AdWords marketplace, was there. Keith Chen, of Uber, presented a paper on the company’s surge-pricing policy that refuted earlier research that said taxi drivers wouldn’t work in the rain. Economists from Amazon.com, Netflix, and LinkedIn elaborated on their work as well.

Later, the group headed over to AT&T Park to watch the San Francisco Giants beat the San Diego Padres, 5-4.

“It was like a geek dream come true,” said Nela Richardson of the real estate brokerage Redfin.

The meeting gave them all a chance to compare notes about what it’s like to be on the front lines of a new trend in the profession. US companies went on an economist hiring spree in the late 1950s and 1960s as computers made econometric analysis possible and companies sought experts to forecast swings in the business cycle, Beers said.

Today, businesses are once again ramping up their hiring of economists, this time spurred by a boom in web-generated data and tools for storing and sorting it.

Their job is to extract insights that can help businesses improve their products or user experience.

Some also produce research to shape public policy.

“Now you have all these new companies with tonnes of digitised data, and not only that, it’s data that describes human behaviour,” said Andrew Chamberlain, chief economist at the jobs and recruiting website Glassdoor.

There were 11,500 economists working in the private sector as of May 2015, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, up from 5,580 in May 2010. Facebook’s data-science team employs about 25 Ph.D.s in economics, Bailey said.

That’s around the same number

employed at a large US bank, Beers noted. Amazon employs more than 60 economists, according to attendees at the NABE networking event, and its careers page lists more than 30 open positions. The company didn’t respond to requests for comment.

For young economists coming out of Ph.D. programmes, tech companies can offer a respite from the academic rat race or a way to get closer to real applications of the problems they are trying to solve. Bar Ifrach, a data science manager at Airbnb, decided the private sector was a better place to explore his expertise in matching buyers and sellers, a classic economics problem that’s crucial to many online businesses.

“I felt that academia was behind in terms of understanding the high-level questions that marketplaces deal with,” he said.

For Issi Romem, chief economist at home renovation site BuildZoom, working in tech was a way to stay in the Bay Area after he completed his doctorate at the University of California at Berkeley in 2013 and offered brighter prospects than the crowded academic job market.

Romem’s work includes directing a team in Manila that scrapes building permit data from the websites of US municipalities and publishing original research, such as a recent article comparing the geographic expansiveness of US cities to local housing prices.

The idea is to build name recognition for the company, as Stan Humphries did. He joined Zillow in 2005 to develop algorithms for estimating home prices. When the housing market started to crater, Humphries adopted the title of chief economist and emerged as a favourite source for journalists looking for data and commentary.

“At a time when you still had industry people saying, ‘Yes, we’ve had home correction in prices, but there’s nothing to see here, move on,’ I’d be the guy who came out and said, ‘No, we’re going to see another two years in housing recession, here’s why,’ ” said Humphries, who is now Zillow’s chief analytics officer. “We felt being as accurate as we could would garner respect from consumers.”

Publishing data-driven research has become a popular strategy for web businesses, including home design startup Houzz, and job sites such as Indeed and Glassdoor.

More information is generally a good thing, said Bill McBride, who blogs about the housing market at Calculated Risk, but it pays to consider where it comes from and how it’s compiled.

“Some of the private data is garbage,” he said. “It’s not that the people producing it are not as smart or that they don’t do hard work. The motivations are different.”

In the early days of the data boom, tech companies sought to entice big brains by allowing them to keep one foot in academia, said Susan Athey, a former chief economist at Microsoft who teaches at Stanford University. Recently, Amazon has emerged as an exception to that rule, she said, keeping a tight leash on research produced by its in-house economists. Nonetheless, it has managed to attract a team whose size and quality rivals the economics departments of top universities, Athey said, in part because the company offers access to unique data. “I can’t run an experiment on a couple of million people at Stanford,” she said.

“If you want to be aware of what interesting questions are out there, you almost have to go and work for one of these companies.”

— PATRICK CLARK /Bloomberg News

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Ooredoo wins series of honours at international award ceremonies

Ooredoo secures more than 25 awards in Q2 2016, including EMEA Finance Project Awards, Forbes Awards, Global Telecoms Business Innovation Awards, APAC Stevie’s and more

DOHA: Ooredoo companies have received a string of prestigious awards in recent months, including leading honours for marketing innovation, customer service, and network investment.

Operations in the Middle East, North Africa and Southeast Asia all won industry accolades, marking one of the company’s most successful award seasons in its his-

tory, says a press release.

Sheikh Saud bin Nasser Al Thani, Group CEO, Ooredoo, said: “Across our footprint and in every market, Ooredoo is striving to deliver world-class networks, a superior customer experience and a strong performance culture. These awards demonstrate that Ooredoo is setting the pace for growth and development, and that we continue to introduce new innovations that make a real impact on our customers’ lives.”

These awards include five major honours at the Global Telecoms Business Innovation Awards in London, including Consumer Service Innovation, Business Service Innovation, Wireless Network Infrastructure Innovation and Infrastructure Innovation awards.

Ooredoo was also named one of the ‘Top Companies in the Arab World 2016’ by Forbes Middle East in its annual gala ceremony.

Ooredoo Qatar won the ‘Best Mobile Application of the Year’ award at 2016 Qatar IT Business Awards in Doha, for its innovative Ooredoo App, which is one of the most popular telecoms apps in the region.

Ooredoo Oman took home six prestigious awards at the Oman Tech Awards, including honours

for the company’s website, Facebook page, and dedicated Ooredoo Oman App. In addition, for the sixth consecutive year, Ooredoo was recognised as one of the Sultanate’s Top 20 performing companies by Oman Economic Review, Oman’s leading economic and business publication.

In the Contact Centre World Asia Pacific Finals in Malaysia, Ooredoo Myanmar’s Contact Centre won the Gold Prize and was ranked number one for ‘Best in

Customer Service’ in Asia Pacific.

Ooredoo Kuwait also saw strong results at the Contact Center World Awards in London, where it won individual awards for leadership as well as trophies for implementing best-practice and operational excellence.

One of the stand-out features of Ooredoo’s recent awards success has been the rising profile of the company’s brand-building work and advertising.

The cutting-edge ‘Fans Do

CONTEMPORARY LUXURY

STUNNING TIMEPIECES

Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupé makes world premiere MUSCAT: The dynamic-expressive styling of the GLC Coupé concept was a centre of attention at its world premiere in 2015 in Shanghai. It unites the typical stylistic elements of a coupé with the design language of current SUV models.

Just one year later, this promise has become a reality: The new GLC Coupé translates the design idiom of the show car, with its distinctive basic structure and stretched greenhouse, virtually unchanged into series production, says a press release.

At the same time, the sports car among Mercedes-Benz’s mid size SUVs impresses with its brand-typical safety, modern assistance systems and an especially sporty-dynamic character. The as-standard sports suspension as well as more direct sports steering, dynamic select and 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive with 9GTRONIC nine-speed automatic transmission combine effortlessly superior ride comfort with decidedly sporty agility. Two suspension variants with continuously adjustable damping are optionally available: the new dynamic body control with steel springing as well as the already familiar air body control multi-chamber air suspension. Both options make for further enhanced driving dynamics and comfort.

“The GLC Coupé reflects our iconic Mercedes-Benz coupé design while symbolising the bipolarity of our brand – it is ‘hot and cool’,” said Gorden Wagener, head of Design at Daimler AG. “With its design idiom of sensual purity, it perfectly embodies our styling philosophy while at the same time representing contemporary luxury.”

The combination of multifunctional SUV and emotively appealing coupé constitutes a skilful fusion of emotion and intelligence.

With an exterior length of 4.73 metres, a height of 1.60 metres and a wheelbase of 2.87 metres, the GLC Coupé is dynamic and compact in appearance. This makes the Coupé almost eight centimetres longer

Wonders’ campaign, which featured Paris Saint-Germain, won a bronze for Social Media in the international Clio Sports Awards held in New York, as well as featuring in first place award in the Viral Best TVC Awards.

The campaign has also received awards at the Summit Creative Awards 2016, Mena Digital Awards 2016, Internationalist Awards 2016 and Summit Marketing Effectiveness Awards 2015.

In the APAC Stevie Awards,

held in Sydney, Australia in May, Ooredoo received three silver and three bronze awards for a range of innovative campaigns, including Ooredoo Myanmar’s Bindez news aggregation app, Indosat Ooredoo’s vision to become Indonesia’s Leading Digital Telco and the ‘Fans do Wonders’ campaign.

Ooredoo’s Ramadan advert, which celebrates the spirit of togetherness and connection of the holy month, has also begun to receive regional recognition, despite only having been screened over the past few weeks.

The award, which celebrates the spirit of togetherness and connection that it shared during the Holy Month, received the top prize at Tasaweeq’s Viral Forum, which took place in Kuwait recently. The short film marks the first time that Ooredoo’s operations have come together to create an original advert, with support from Ooredoo Group, Ooredoo Qatar, Ooredoo Kuwait and Ooredoo Oman.

Ooredoo’s financial strategy has also received international recognition in recent months, with the company winning ‘Best Telecoms Deal’ and ‘Best Social Development Deal’ at the EMEA Finance Project Awards, held in London this June.

and some four centimetres lower than the multi-talented GLC, with which it shares its basic architecture. The GLC Coupé owes its distinct character to a typically coupé-esque, single-louvred diamond radiator grille and a restyled, dropping roofline. The A-pillar is less steeply raked, while the continuation of the roof outline is lower, terminating in the elegantly flowing, muscular rear end typical of a coupé. The rear window dispenses with a wiper, as the airflow does not break away until after the spoiler lip, which means that water is unable to strike the rear window.

Perfect combination The striking features of the front end are its dominant, steeply raked diamond radiator grille with single louvre and integral star, short overhang and SUV-inspired override guard. The innovative headlamp concept, optionally in LED High Performance technology, sports the now characteristic Mercedes-Benz light signature.

A striking injection of sports car genes is provided by the large lateral air inlets.

The perfection with which the intrinsically opposed design worlds of coupé and SUV have been brought into harmony is revealed by the side view of the 1.60-metre-high GLC Coupé with its typical, stretched roofline of

a sports coupé. The squat greenhouse blends in perfectly with the side of the vehicle to underline its coupé character. The interplay between high beltline and wide shoulders results in proportions that lend the GLC Coupé its dynamic looks. This interaction is given added emphasis by the drawn-in waist between the dropping line and the lower, rearwards ascending light-catching contour.

A clear clue to the vehicle’s distinctive SUV heritage is given by the optionally available side running boards. Flush with the outer edge of the body, wide wheels up to a size of 50.8 centimetres (20 inches) together with ample ground clearance underpin the GLC Coupé’s sporty-dynamic ambitions on unpaved tracks and unsurfaced roads.

Rear end with athletic looks The styling of the rear end gives added emphasis to the vehicle’s coupé genes. With its pronounced shoulders, muscular bumper design with integral exhaust tips and underride guard in the form of a diffuser, the wide rear end of the GLC Coupé underlines the vehicle’s athletic looks while enabling the Coupé to hug the road. Narrow, split tail lights, a centrally positioned brand star and a sharp spoiler lip reflect a design that made its debut with the S-Class Coupé and which all Mercedes-

Benz coupé models have since followed. Relocated to the lower section of the bumper, the number plate as well as the typical form of the rear window with its rounded upper area are among the further stylistic features. Like the headlamps, the night design of the LED tail lights sports the typical light signature of Mercedes-Benz.

Typical coupé flair Following the exterior design philosophy, the interior welcomes the occupants with typical coupé flair and a high-grade ambience. The design idiom combines sensual purity with dynamic sportiness while embodying a convincing interpretation of modern luxury.

Distinctive stylistic elements of the GLC Coupé are the dashboard and the centre console with its flowing lines, a large, one-piece console panel making an elegant sweep below the semi-integrated media display from the centre air vents to the armrest. These clear lines give a feeling of spaciousness while conveying a puristic modernity.

The optionally available AMG Line Interior provides a clear commitment to even greater dynamism and sportiness. This package includes, for example, sports seats with upholstery in Artico manmade leather/Dinamica microfibre with the option of sports seats with bi-colour look leather upholstery.

Ulysse Nardin Lady Diver collection: A new wave in design and performance MUSCAT: For more than a decade, the Ulysse Nardin Lady Diver collection has introduced stunning timepieces that are both fine jewellery watches and reliable diving instruments.

A favourite among women who demand exquisite style and superb performance, the Lady Diver is a must-have. Ulysse Nardin is pleased to welcome a new wave of watches to this iconic collection. In keeping with the evolved aesthetic of the Diver collection, the latest additions embody the true Ulysse Nardin DNA: the spirit of innovation, quest for independence and commitment to exacting execution and unparalleled design, says a press release.

In this collection, glamorous touches meet sophisticated capabilities. On various watch faces, the delicate aesthetic of motherof-pearl can be found, contrasted only by the deepest shade of black on others. A wealth of diamonds diffuses endless sparkle on every piece. Eighteen-karat gold delivers classic elegance, as stainless steel expresses modern sportiness. Rubber straps fuse beauty and strength.

In one model, a precious metal insert is decorated with an array of shimmering diamonds and is complemented by the signature Ulysse Nardin anchor. In another, a stainless steel insert is adorned only with the Ulysse Nardin anchor for timeless appeal. With this collection, there are a plethora of options from which to choose.

The hard part will be deciding.

Powered by the in-house UN-320 movement, the Lady Diver features the revolutionary silicium technology via its silicium hair-

spring and anchor escapement, providing supreme accuracy, as well as simple forwards and backwards setting of the date located at 6 o’clock. In this same location, one can also make note of the small seconds.

The dial, with its large luminous hands and hour markers at 12, 3 and 9 o’clock, improve readability. Below the surface, the piece is water-resistant to 300 metres. Its screw-locked crown helps prevent water from penetrating the watch, while its unidirectional turning bezel with rubberised inlay allows for necessary adjustments with one easy motion – a critical function for divers. A diving watch, beachside accessory or both, the Lady Diver is a breathtaking performance timepiece for activities on land or sea.

Representing a wonderful evolution of the Diver collection, Lady Diver proves that being active doesn’t mean sacrificing luxury.

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RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX

Clients were offered a unique glimpse into the pre-owned vehicle selection

Tibiaan Properties pairs owners with their dream homes in Al Khoud villas

of California T, California 30, FF and F430 models, opening up the Ferrari lifestyle to a wider range of aspirational individuals without compromising on passion, performance and excellence; hallmarks of the legendary Ferrari DNA

MUSCAT: Alfardan Motors, the official importer of Ferrari in the Sultanate, hosted an impressive evening showcasing the aspiration and luxury values associated with the Ferrari lifestyle in its Muscat showroom.

Clients were offered a unique glimpse into the pre-owned vehicle selection of California T, California 30, FF and F430 models, all of which are officially approved

by Ferrari, opening up the Ferrari lifestyle to a wider range of aspirational individuals without compromising on passion, performance and excellence; hallmarks of the legendary Ferrari DNA, says a press release.

All cars, whether new or preowned, are entitled to up to 24 months warranty; and the remain-

der from the original 7 years service contract. This is a definitive statement of quality and excellence from one of the world’s most powerful brands, to ensure optimum experience and enjoyment of the Ferrari lifestyle.

Alfardan Motors also offers a dedicated Muscat workshop, where all cars are serviced to

world-class standards, with a range of highly skilled technicians.

An incredible benefit of Ferrari’s service is the peace of mind that it brings. Owners can rest assured that each vehicle will be subject to inspection by Ferrari-trained personnel using factory-approved dedicated diagnostic equipment.

Elsewhere, the Alfardan team

displayed a unique selection of Ferrari accessories, designed to bring the iconic brand into everyday use and enhancing the use of Ferrari cars. Guests were invited to relax in the contemporary showroom, soaking up traditional Omani hospitality, with Arabic coffee, Oud player and other delights until late in the evening.

MUSCAT: Tibiaan Properties, a reputable real estate firm, successfully tied up sales for Al Khoud Villas - an exclusive residential complex, within a record period of time.

Developed by Public Integrated Enterprises, each of the property has been luxuriously designed keeping the comforts of a modern family in mind. The stylish modern interiors more than match up to any international standards and each home has been designed to make optimum use of space and light. The luxuriously designed project comprises only eight independent villas, each villa consisting of three floors, says a press release.

With its knowledge of the market, Tibiaan Properties was able to showcase and reach out to the right target audience within no time, selling each one of them to families who were delighted to own a high end home tastefully designed and equipped with all the amenities. Furthermore, each floor has been carefully designed to maximise a comfortable family living experience. The ground floor includes a large living area with a dining room, which is perfect for formal entertaining as well as relaxation. The first floor offers a substantial master bedroom along with a dressing area and an en suite bathroom along with two extra bedrooms. The

penthouse offers another bedroom with an attached bathroom and a terrace area, for a perfect outdoor experience, especially in the evenings. It is truly a place ‘where you feel at home’ which is also the tagline they observe.

Besides landing them the home of their dreams, Tibiaan Properties ensured the buyers underwent a smooth and hassle-free process. The villas were handed over for possession within the committed time frame with easy payment terms and conditions.

Tibiaan Properties prides itself in its credible and trustworthy approach towards matching each client with a desirable home.

“Right from the onset, we have kept the focus on providing professional yet simplified property services in Oman. With the successful tie-up of Al Khoud Villas, we are glad we have been once again able to deliver on our promise to sell real projects that are a delight to own,” stated Moussa Al Dweik, general manager - Tibiaan Properties.

The complex is located in Al Khoud 6, which is well connected to the main road and conveniently situated close to a number of well rounded facilities and landmarks such as the prestigious Sultan Qaboos University, the University Hospital, The German University, Knowledge Oasis Muscat and Al Mazoon Mosque.

BEST MEDICAL SOLUTIONS

Al Hakkim promises best medical tourism services to patients MUSCAT: Rising healthcare costs, insufficient specialised advanced medical treatments and long waiting periods in Oman are forcing patients to go abroad. Medical tourism is extending a supportive welcome hand to such people.

Medical tourism is the process of travelling abroad to a specific destination to obtain specialist medical procedures. Al Hakkim Medical Tourism Company is a professional company in Muscat which provides these services in an admirable manner, says a press release.

“We are committed to providing the best medical solutions to the needy at competitive prices,” said V. M. A. Hakkim, managing director of the company.

“We handle every detail of the medical trip, including food, accommodation, tour packages if needed, visa and follow-up services back home. In this way we try to protect patients from any kind of exploitation abroad.”

Patients travelling overseas for healthcare are increasing because of its cost advantages and prompt services. In many developing countries like India, one can have major surgeries at a lesser cost. For example, a heart bypass

surgery might cost over $100,000 in the US, but can cost less than $10,000 in India.

Al Hakkim Medical Tourism Company is associated with a few selected top-class but affordable hospitals in Trivandrum, Kochi, Bangalore, Bombay, New Delhi, Bangkok, Malaysia, Turkey, Europe and USA. Patients get the best opportunity to choose the most modern technology and expertise when they travel through Al Hakkim Medical Tourism.

Some very unique treatments for which Al Hakkim Medical Tourism send patients to India are: 1. Complex neuro surgery procedures like deep brain stimulation surgery, intrathecal pumps, spinal cord stimulation, epilepsy surgery, etc. for Parkinsonism, psychiatric problems, intractable alcoholism, chronic pain, intractable epilepsy, cancer pains, cerebral palsy, intractable heart failure, diabetic neuropathy, etc.

2. Nephrology-urology treatments like continuous renal replacement therapy, peritoneal dialysis, urolithiasis, etc for acute kidney injury, urinary stones, kidney diseases, etc.

3. Eye surgeries including the latest ReLEx SMILE-most advanced

We handle every detail of the medical trip, including food, accommodation, tour packages if needed, visa and follow-up services back home V. M. A. Hakkim Managing director, Al Hakkim Medical Tourism Company

minimally invasive laser vision correction procedure in the world today, corneal transplant, cataract surgery, refractive surgery, retinal disorder, glaucoma, etc.

4. Minimally invasive and open heart surgeries, coronary artery bypass grafting, angioplasty, angiography, mitral valvuloplasty, valve replacement, cardiac re-

synchronisation procedures, treatment for congenital ailments such as PDA closure, coarctation of aorta, stenting, etc.

5. Cancer treatments using latest technologies, Cyber Knife VSI which is a whole body, robot guided, radio surgery system. It offers accurate and precise radiosurgery for even in-operable tumours. It is extremely accurate, non invasive and painless.

Radiation therapy using the third generation VMAT Technology is also offered. The hospitals are equipped with latest generation HD PET CT with automated tumour tracking and tumour progression indication features. Minimally invasive surgeries for major cancers of the abdomen and thorax.

6. Minimal Invasive spine surgeries, knee and hip replacements.

7. Bariatric surgeries and laparoscopic weight reduction procedures.

8. Organ transplantation programmes which include transplant of kidneys, liver, heart, lungs, intestine, GI transplants, corneal transplants etc.

9. Herbal ayurveda treatments are offered as alternative for those who cannot undergo surgeries and for the elderly.

10. Above all, to enhance your looks, cosmetic and plastic surgeries using state-of-the-art techniques; and hair transplantation by experts in Turkey.

11. For de-addiction, sexual disorders and psychiatry, patients are referred through extremely confidential manner keeping utmost privacy.

“We operate from Azaiba in Muscat capital. We obtain a local medical report which we refer to the best experts in the field abroad,” Hakkim explained the procedure. “We get medical advice of the experts about the proposed treatment, duration of stay and a fair cost estimate. It is up to the patients to accept; the choice is theirs. Normally, patients are allowed to choose their preferred hospitals, if any. Once accepted, we organise prior appointments with the hospital, airport pick up with or without ambulance/ wheel chair as the case require, and accommodation for accompanying families. Our focus is to maximise patients comfort at minimal cost and we offer it without any extra costs or any charges from us. All our services are further explained in our website: www.alhakkim. com,” he concluded.

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CLASSIFIED ADS

OLX Oman offers users tips to buy and sell safely on its platform MUSCAT: OLX Oman, the leading classified ads platform in the Sultanate, is a platform that facilitates and encourages fair trade in Oman. People have the right to trade freely, if they wish to sell something that they purchased because they can no longer use it, it is a choice.

OLX has always looked after its users’ safety to ensure a safe and hassle free buy and sell process, therefore this article covers tips and advices from OLX to buy and sell safely, says a press release.

“We care about our users and send them regular reminders and communication to educate them on how to deal with any kind of suspicious activity. This advice is also available on our website and other platforms. We have a 24/7 customer support team who are always monitoring all sorts of listings, we are strict in this regard and always aim to protect our users; if we detect any illegal activity we are quick to delete the listing and warn the user,” said Abdallah Touqan, director PR, Communications and Events at OLX Arabia -

full payment, or use a debit card to pay someone you do not know before collecting your item 7. Remember, it is recommended to purchase items directly from the seller.

Middle East and North Africa.

Below are OLX’s tips and advices on how to safely use OLX to buy and sell: How to sell safely?

1. Make sure you inform the buyer of any defects in the item you are selling.

2. Use only simple payment methods that you trust and are familiar with, especially cash payments 3. In any case, do not send copies of your documents, personal data and most importantly financial information 4. Don’t deal with buyers who keep on constantly changing the meeting place or calling from different mobile numbers.

5. If you see the buyers waiting for you in their car and they want to check the item, ask them kindly to get out of the car to check it outside; it is always better in a public place you have both chosen.

How to buy safely?

1. Always meet the seller at a safe location such as public transpor-

We have a 24/7 customer support team who are always monitoring all sorts of listings, we are strict in this regard and always aim to protect our users Abdallah Touqan Director PR, Communications and Events at OLX Arabia - Middle East and North Africa

tation spots (Like metro stations or bus stops), shopping malls or any famous meeting point.

2. Don’t forget to inspect the item before purchasing. Following this one rule will help you avoid most scams. This also applies for house rentals.

3. Trust your guts and watch out for unrealistic offers. If it ap-

pears too good to be true, it probably is.

4. Avoid items that have suspiciously lower prices than what is offered in the market.

5. Don’t deal with buyers who insist on asking for your personal information such as your full name, age, bank account, etc.

6. Never send an advance partial or

Attractive benefits on Lexus end on August 4 Lexus has built a strong reputation for manufacturing some of the most sought after luxury models in the industry

MUSCAT: Lexus’ hugely popular promotion is making great waves among enthusiasts.

With offers like free service six years/60,000km (one year/10,000km service interval), six years unlimited mileage protection and free registration this offer is perfect for those who wish to experience a Lexus and enjoy the ownership period for a long time. (Conditions apply. Visit showroom for details) The exclusive 60-day offer from Lexus that started on the eve of Ramadan will end on August 4.

Lexus encourages enthusiasts to make the most of the perfect time to own a Lexus, now, says a press release.

Lexus has built a strong reputation for manufacturing some of the most sought after luxury models in the industry. Many have even been awarded year on year for their various aspects like technology, design, performance and safety.

“Lexus vehicles are among the few luxury vehicles dedicated to offering customers unique ownership experiences. Right from the quality of engineering to after sales support, Lexus has made a huge mark on its customers across the world,” said a spokesperson from Lexus Oman.

“As you can see with an offer as irresistible as this, it is only wise for any Lexus enthusiast to make the most of this offer and enjoy experiencing a Lexus for a long time.

You have six years/60,000km (one year/10,000km service interval), to take care of your peace of mind; six years unlimited mileage protection, to keep you smiling longer and free registration to give you a trouble free start to an exceptional ownership period,” he concluded.

In Oman Lexus has 12 vehicles for enthusiasts to choose from.

They include the IS, ES, GS, GS F, LS, CT200h, NX, RX, GX, LX, RC and RC F. The pulsating Lexus IS200t is powerful. Powered by a new 2.0-litre petrol turbo engine – with innovative D-4ST fuel injection technology for both fuel economy and instantaneous torque – the Lexus IS 200t sports sedan delivers 241 Hp @ 5,800 rpm and 35.7 kg-m/4800 rpm torque. The IS200t is equipped with the 8-Speed Sport Direct Shift transmission with paddle shifts, originally developed for the RC F high-performance coupe.

The Lexus ES is equipped with a lot that many would want out of their luxury vehicle. It is quiet, has a well-crafted cabin, a plush ride and commendable performance from a powerful, nearly silent engine. The Lexus ES is available in options of a 2.5L, 16-Valve, DOHC engine churning out 181 Hp and 24 Kg.M. of torque and the 3.5 Litre, engine churning out 272 Hp and 35.3 Kg.M. of torque.

This is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission along with a choice of Eco, Normal and Sport modes. The GS200t sports an exceptionally smooth 2.0-liter turbocharged teamed with an eightspeed automatic transmission.

The turbo engine delivers 241 hp and 35.7Kg.M of torque, giving the GS200t outstanding all-around performance and efficiency. The GS200t is equipped with the latest features and technologies that will enhance your every drive.

The GS F is a four door sports sedan. A near perfect blend of distinctive luxury with sports car values, the Lexus GS F has a 5.0L V8 Engine, unique bodywork and a chassis tuned for high performance. This luxury sports perfor-

mance sedan is endowed with superior power and performance to surpass expectations. At the rear of the car, Lexus’ Torque Vectoring Differential (TVD) with two electro-mechanical clutch packs will be part of a long line of standard equipment that’ll make the GS F’s handling stand out from the crowd.

LS is complemented with many exceptional improvements including three world firsts, no less than 15 Lexus firsts, and a host of technical innovations and features.

The LS line-up is equipped with a 4.6L, V8 engine and come with 8-speed automatic transmission.

The CT200h broke new ground for Lexus, introducing the brand to a younger generation of highly discerning customers. They, too, quickly discovered the refinement and driving pleasure that characterise the progressive luxury inherent in every Lexus.

In the CT200h, a 1.8-litre gas engine is teamed to a 650-volt motor/generator for a combined output of 134 horsepower. A second motor in the hybrid system serves as both engine starter and generator to charge the hybrid battery pack.

The turbocharged NX combines the expertise of racers within the engineering team and the impeccable touch of Lexus luxury through an exciting and sporty design to set a new benchmark in the automotive world. The 2.0-liter, direct-injection turbo engine uses an advanced valve control system to switch between Atkinson cycle and Otto cycle operation to optimise performance.

The five-seat Lexus RX350 is a midsize luxury crossover SUV. It is powered by a 3.5-litre engine that produces 296 hp and 37.7 kg.m of torque and is mated to an EightSpeed automatic transmission.

The Lexus GX460 is perfect

for families who seek a no-holdsbarred adventure on their days off, yet also desire an easy-driving, comfortable and versatile luxury SUV for the work week. The Lexus GX460 features a 4.6L V8 that provides outstanding power and responsive performance.

The LX570 possesses under its hood a 5.7-litre V8 engine that delivers the punch and towing power demanded in this segment.

The LX570’s Eight-Speed automatic transmission is designed to handle high torque while performing with Lexus quietness and smoothness. The electronicallycontrolled transmission’s control unit estimates road conditions and predicts the driver’s intention to select the appropriate gear ratio for the vehicle’s speed and the driving conditions.

The RC is truly a unique highperformance machine that emphasises the attraction of a luxury two-door vehicle.

Producing power output per litre second only to the LFA supercar in the Lexus range, the RC signals the next evolution of Lexus powertrain engineering. The 3.5-litre petrol engine produces maximum power of 314 HP at 6,400 rpm, and peak torque of 38.5 Kg.M at 4,800 rpm, to provide a passionate driving experience.

The RC F has an all-new 5.0-litre 32-valve V8 engine that provides maximum power at higher engine revolutions than previously possible. The engine is Lexus’ most powerful V8 engine, with 12 per cent more power than the IS F engine on which it is based.

In Oman every Lexus vehicle comes with special benefits and privileges such as 6 years unlimited extended mileage protection and Lexus Prestige Club Card that offers 24 hours on-road assistance from AAA.

How to take care of the security of your OLX account?

Never reveal your login and password of your account. Think of a difficult password, consisting of minimum 6 characters, including at least one digit. For safety reasons we do not recommend storing the password in the browser. If you feel that someone knows your password - change it to a new one.

How to take special care?

Be careful if the price of the product is clearly undervalued. Pay special attention if the seller avoids personal collection of the product with respect to your request on the site or send COD. Be careful when you are entering into a transaction with the user whose account was found recently on the OLX site or when it is written in a way that seems like a template or

automatically translated.

What should the user do if they suspect someone to be fraudulent buyer or seller?

Please contact OLX, at Legal Issues if you suspect someone to be acting fraudulently on OLX. We also urge you to notify the local police immediately if you have been a victim of fraud. We would gladly provide them with any information they might need upon their request. Don’t hesitate to send us a message filling the contact form so that we can block the account of the person after conducting the necessary investigation.

“We also encourage our users to help us by reporting any suspicious listings if they come across any of them, by clicking on the very obvious flag shaped button that appears on the bottom right on all our listings. However, OLX’s participation in the buying and selling process ends once the transaction takes place and therefore we have no involvement in any activity which takes place outside the platform,” Touqan concluded.

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J.D. POWER VEHICLE DEPENDABILITY STUDY

Chevrolet Malibu leads midsize car category in J.D. Power study DUBAI: For the second year in a row, the Chevrolet Malibu ranked highest in its segment in the J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Study. The model was named the most dependable vehicle in the highly-competitive Midsize Car segment, says a press release.

“We are proud that, for the second year running, the Malibu has led its segment in this study,” said Abdallah Madhoun, Regional Sales and Marketing manager for Chevrolet, GM Middle East. “The Midsize Car category is particularly competitive. The fact that the Malibu topped the ranking is a testament to our customers’ satisfaction and Chevrolet’s ability to meet their dependability needs.

Most importantly, this award demonstrates how Chevrolet is a brand that customers across the Middle

cles after three years of ownership.

The study was fielded from October through December 2015.

The study, now in its 27th year, examines problems experienced during the past 12 months by original owners of 2013 modelyear vehicles. Overall dependability is determined by the number of problems experienced per 100 vehicles (PP100), with a lower score reflecting higher quality. The study covers 177 specific problem symptoms grouped into eight major vehicle categories.

OTE Group is the exclusive dealer for Chevrolet in Oman with 12 showrooms spread across the Sultanate and offering excellent after-sales service support at par with global standards, with a nationwide service network.

Founded in 1911 in Detroit,

East can truly rely on.”

Chevrolet Malibu is the industry’s longest-running midsize passenger car nameplate, spanning eight generations. The 2016 Malibu is refined and efficient execution of one of the industry’s most competitive midsize sedans. Customerfocused technologies contribute to greater connectivity and enhanced crash-avoidance capability. The MyLink system allows users to engage their smartphone functions hands-free, while the Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert join Malibu’s roster of advanced, active safety features.

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Omantel joins hands with My City Centre Omantel will deliver a comprehensive suite of fixed and mobile services to the new centre in Sur, including mall-wide Wi-Fi connectivity, improving the visitor experience with the easy availability of information and e-services

MUSCAT: Omantel, the Sultanate’s most trusted telecoms provider, has joined hands with Majid Al Futtaim, Mena’s leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer, to provide innovative telecoms solutions for the new My City Centre Sur in the Al Sharqiyah Governorate, which is due to open in 2017.

Under the terms of the agreement, Omantel will deliver a comprehensive suite of fixed and mobile services to the new centre, including mall-wide Wi-Fi connectivity, improving the visitor experience with the easy availability of information and e-services, in addition to supporting local businesses to enhance their operations and customer service, says a press release.

Commenting on the agreement, Todd Dick, the vice president of Corporate Business Unit at Omantel, noted: “We are very pleased to join hands with My City Centre Sur to provide a suite of services that will enhance operational efficiency in the mall and, in doing so, serve to strengthen the growing retail and tourism sectors in Sur. As the nation’s first provider of telecommunications solutions, it is our commitment to ensure all services, including those within the rapidly growing tourism sector, can operate at the highest standards so we can ensure our swift and persistent progress together as a nation.

“It is important to have the best possible platform available to enhance tourism operational efficiency and the visitor experience as Oman moves onto the world stage as an emerging tourism destination. At Omantel we are

pleased to do our part in ensuring the vitality of Oman’s diversified economy moving forward.”

“The Al Sharqiya region including the city of Sur is a fast-growing area of interest for domestic and international tourists alike. It is important to have the best possible supporting infrastructure and technology in place to ensure more visitors continue to come to this beautiful part of the Sultanate. At Omantel we are pleased to do our part to support the rapidly growing tourism and retail sector, thus ensuring the vitality of Oman’s diversified economy in the years ahead,” added Todd.

“At Omantel, we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality service and innovative solutions for our trusted partners. The fact that Omantel is the chosen partner for entities such as Majid Al Futtaim underscores the confidence and trust placed in the company by the market. We have worked hard to establish that trust and look forward to continuing to provide exceptional service to the most prominent brands and entities in the country,” added Todd.

Highlighting the wide ranging agreement with Omantel, Kim McInnes, CEO of Shopping Malls at Majid Al Futtaim - Properties said, “Partnering with Omantel to deliver a comprehensive network of fixed and mobile services at My City Centre Sur highlights our commitment to integrate stateof-the-art technology in our malls to enhance the overall shopping experience. At Majid Al Futtaim we continuously seek to adopt innovative solutions and engage in astute partnerships to provide our retail partners and mall visitors

We are very pleased to join hands with My City Centre Sur to provide a suite of services that will enhance operational efficiency in the mall and, in doing so, serve to strengthen the growing retail and tourism sectors in Sur

Partnering with Omantel to deliver a comprehensive network of fixed and mobile services at My City Centre Sur highlights our commitment to integrate state-of-the-art technology in our malls to enhance the overall shopping experience

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Kim McInnes

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CEO of Shopping Malls at Majid Al Futtaim - Properties

with convenient and accessible services in line with our founder’s vision to create great moments for everyone, everyday.”

Investing in the future of the nation, Omantel connects even the most remote communities of the Sultanate to each other and the rest of the world. Omantel is the Sultanate’s first and leading integrated telecommunications ser-

vices provider, enabling the digital society to flourish, allowing new ways of doing business and delivering a world of information, news and entertainment.

Today, Omantel boldly innovates to deliver the highest levels of customer satisfaction, the broadest and most reliable nationwide network while investing for Oman’s future development.

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PIONEERING CONTRIBUTION

NCR nominated for 2017 German Design Award MUSCAT: NCR Corporation, the global leader in consumer transaction technologies, is among the nominees for the prestigious German Design Award 2017.

The German Design Council has deemed NCR’s SelfServ 91 in the cantilever deployment as worthy for one of its prestigious design awards for its combination of the look and feel of today’s consumer electronics with modern banking service while at the same time allowing barrier-free access, says a press release.

The German Design Council is one of the world’s leading centers of expertise on design.

With its German Design Award, it honours innovative products, its manufacturers and designers who have made pioneering contributions to the German and international design landscape.

The competition is only open to entries that have been nominated by the German Design Councils’ expert committee. Those nominated for the German Design Award have already managed to successfully set themselves apart

from the masses and are subsequently entitled to compete with the finest in the field of product design. Therefore, the nomination in itself already is a distinction.

“The design of ATMs has evolved continuously since their invention, but the fundamental construction and build hasn’t been questioned,” explained George Flouros, vice president, Financial Services in the India/ Middle East & Africa region.

“Our NCR SelfServ 91 cantilever sets a new benchmark in the design and we are proud that this now has been acknowledged with this nomination. It proves that the continuous improvements of our product design resonates with current consumer trends and that our systems are real eyecatchers in every branch.”

In the cantilever design the customer interfaces are placed at a 90° angle from the wall opening up a variety of interior design options for banks. Furthermore, wheelchair users can sit underneath and use it as easily as all other customers.

R E WA R D I N G C U S T O M E R S

‘Scratch & Win’ promo at Al Khamis Plaza MUSCAT: The Al Khamis Plaza shopping centre located in the Qurum Commercial Area is one of the most exclusive and leading shopping destinations in the Sultanate.

Al Khamis Plaza announced an exclusive annual ‘Scratch & Win’ promotion to reward its customers. Winning a shopping voucher is now as simple as shopping and scratching with ‘Scratch & Win’ for customers who purchase for OMR20 from any store at Al Khamis Plaza. The promotion which began on June 9 will continue till September 10, says a press release.

Al Khamis offers a wide range of products from some of the most popular international brands, including footwear, fashion, optical gear, jewellery, per-

fumes, garments, mobile phones and more at the best prices. It is a shopping hot spot for the tourist and local residents alike, offering moderns facilities and a vast parking area to make shopping a pleasurable experience.

RECOGNITION Dr Sarwat Zahra, renowned Pakistani poetess and Faiz Riaz, prominent Pakistani golfer in Oman, receiving mementos at an evening held recently in their honour by noted poet Qamar Riaz at Tabaq Restaurant. The event was attended by officials of Pakistan Embassy, Pakistan Social Club and prominent members of Pakistani community in Oman. — Supplied pictures

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Chasing a mammoth 565 for victory, Pakistan found batting no easier second time round and were dismissed for 234 in the final session as England levelled the fourmatch series at 1-1

MANCHESTER: James Anderson, Moeen Ali and Chris Woakes took three wickets apiece as England completed a thumping 330-run win over Pakistan on the fourth day of the second Test at Old Trafford on Monday.

Chasing a mammoth 565 for victory, Pakistan found batting no easier second time round and were dismissed for 234 in the final session as England levelled the fourmatch series at 1-1.

“It’s quite nice to bounce back and play like that,” said captain Alastair Cook. “You have to consign the last test to the bin. Joe Root’s performance, stepping up to number three in the order from four, was so controlled. We all know what a world-class player he is, he didn’t put a foot wrong.”

Root was named man of the match after following his brilliant 254 in the first innings with 71 not out in the second.

Anderson got the ball rolling for England on Monday when he removed Shan Masood for one, the opener edging a ball to Cook at first slip, before he also trapped Azhar Ali plumb lbw for eight.

Younis Khan then had a left-off before lunch when he was dropped

PROUD CAPTAIN: England’s Alastair Cook, centre, leads his players from the pitch after their win against Pakistan. – Reuters

in the slips by Cook off Ben Stokes.

It proved a frustrating day for Stokes who later limped off with a calf injury. Opener Mohammed Hafeez looked reasonably secure but fell on 42 when he was caught

by Gary Ballance at short-leg off a full delivery by Moeen.

Younis continued to live dangerously and his patience snapped when he tried to launch a Moeen delivery over the long-on boundary but was caught inside the rope

by Alex Hales for 28.

Inside edge Captain Misbah-ul Haq smashed Moeen for six and played aggres-

sively for his 35 before he was bowled by Woakes off an inside edge just before tea.

Sarfraz Ahmed was caught down the leg-side by wicketkeeper Jonny Bairstow off Woakes for seven, Anderson trapped Asad Shafiq lbw for 39 and Moeen had Yasir Shah lbw for 10.

Wahab Riaz top-edged Joe Root to Cook at short fine leg for 19 and Mohammad Amir, after making an entertaining 29, drove Woakes to Stuart Broad at mid-off.

Earlier, Cook and Root piled on the runs in the morning session, the captain making 76 not out as England declared on 173 for one.

England 1st innings: 589 for 8 decl (J. Root 254, A. Cook 105, C. Woakes 58, J. Bairstow 58) Pakistan 1st innings 198 (Misbah-ul Haq 52; C. Woakes 4-67) England 2nd innings: A. Cook not out 76 A. Hales c S. Ahmed b Amir 24 J. Root not out 71 Extras (lb-2) 2 Total (for 1 wickets decl., 30 overs) 173 Fall of wickets: 1-68 Did not bat: J. Vince, G. Ballance, B. Stokes, J. Bairstow, M. Ali, C. Woakes, S. Broad, J. Anderson Bowling: M. Amir 11-2-43-1, R. Ali 8-054-0, Y. Shah 9-0-53-0, A. Ali 2-0-21-0 Pakistan 2nd innings: M. Hafeez c Ballance b Ali 42 S. Masood c Cook b Anderson 1 A. Ali lbw b Anderson 8 Y. Khan c Hales b Ali 28 Misbah-ul Haq b Woakes 35 A. Shafiq lbw b Anderson 39 S. Ahmed c Bairstow b Woakes 7 Y. Shah lbw b Ali 10 W. Riaz c Cook b Root 19 M. Amir c Broad b Woakes 29 R. Ali not out 8 Extras (b-2, lb-4, nb-1, w-1) 8 Total (all out, 70.3 overs) 234 Fall of wickets: 1-7, 2-25, 3-83, 4-102, 5-145, 6-163, 7-167, 8-190, 9-208, 10-234 Bowling: J. Anderson 16-2-41-3, S. Broad 14-3-37-0, B. Stokes 5.2-0-21-0 (w-1), M. Ali 18.4-1-88-3 (nb-1), C. Woakes 15.3-241-3, J. Root 1-1-0-1 Umpires: K. Dharmasena & R. Tucker TV umpire: Joel Wilson Match referee: Richie Richardson Result: England won by 330 runs

“This is a big disappointment for us,” said Pakistan skipper Misbah.

“We could have scored around 400 in the first innings (instead of 198), the ball wasn’t doing anything much.

“We are short of confidence and shot selection really cost us. These guys are strong characters though, mentally strong, and I’m hopeful that everybody is hurt and they will really work hard.”

The third Test in Birmingham starts on August 3. - Reuters

EQUESTRIAN

Gulf Tent Pegging contest in Salalah SALALAH: The Oman Equestrian Federation (OEF) is organising the Gulf Tent Pegging Championship as part of the Salalah Tourism Festival and under the patronage of Minister of Civil Service Sheikh Khalid bin Omar bin Said Al Marhoon.

Teams from Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar and hosts Oman are competing for the Gulf supremacy.

The championship, which is being held through joint cooperation between OEF and Ministry of Sports Affairs, is sponsored by Raysut Cement, Bank Muscat,

Bank Dhofar, Dhofar International Development and Investment Holding Company, Salalah Mills and Sama Digital Media.

All international rules will be

applied during the tournament, which began on Monday.

The competitions, which will have events like Individual Lance, Individual Sword, Team Lance,

Team Sword, Lemon cutting, Half section (Pairs), Single (Indian) file, will conclude on July 29 with chief guest being Mohammed bin Sultan Al Busaidi, Minister of State and Governor of Dhofar.

Oman team comprises of coach Mansour bin Ali Mahrooqi, assistant coach Mohammed bin Juma Al Maliki, riders Hilal bin Hassan Al Balushi, Safwan bin Zaid Maamari, Ali bin Khamis Al Balushi, Hamad bin Nasser Al Riyami, Youssef bin Rashid Al Maamari.

Two teams from Royal Cavalry and Sultanate of Oman Armoury is also taking part.

PEP TALK: Australia’s bowling consultant and former Sri Lankan cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan speaks with Australian cricketer Stephen O’Keefe during a practice session at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. – AFP

Australia opt for two spinners against Sri Lanka PALLEKELE: Australia will play two spinners in the first Test against Sri Lanka at Pallekele on Tuesday, captain Steve Smith said as the world’s top-ranked side eye a turnaround in their poor record on the slow pitches in Asia.

Smith confirmed his side on Monday with both off-spinner Nathan Lyon and left-armer Steve O’Keefe making the cut for the first match in the three-Test series. “I think he has always improved. Each year he’s played he has improved,” Smith said of O’Keefe, who took 10 wickets and made an unbeaten 78 in a tour match last week.

“In the tour match he bowled beautifully. He bowled the same ball and some skidded on and some spun — quite similar to (Sri Lanka spinner) Rangana Herath, the way he bowls in these conditions.”

Smith, appointed Australia’s Test captain after the Ashes loss in England last year, is yet to lose a test when leading the side.

However, he will have his work cut out in Asia with Australia having failed to maintain their high standards in these parts barring a series win over lowly Bangladesh in 2006.

“We’d like to turn that around,” said Smith, the world’s topranked test batsman. “I think we’ve won one game out of our last 15 in the subcontinent.

“It’s about making sure you have a plan from ball one as soon as you get out there and each individual is different.”

Left-armer Mitchell Starc will be back after a long injury layoff to lead Australia’s pace attack.

Smith wants his team to put pressure on the inexperienced Sri Lankan side, who are ranked seventh in the world, struggling after the retirements of batting greats Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene.

“They’ve lost a lot of runs in Mahela and Kumar, they were incredibly experienced players,” said Smith. “They’ve got a pretty inexperienced line-up and we’ll

I think we’ve won one game out of our last 15 in the subcontinent. It’s about making sure you have a plan from ball one as soon as you get out there and each individual is different. They’ve lost a lot of runs in Mahela and Kumar, they were incredibly experienced players Steve Smith Australia captain

try to get on top of that as much as we can.”

Angelo Mathews’ side, who lost their last two test series in New Zealand and England, are reeling from injuries to their fast bowlers.

Dhammika Prasad and Dushmantha Chameera have been ruled out while Suranga Lakmal is also doubtful due to an ankle complaint. Shaminda Eranga was recently suspended for an illegal action. “It has been a very frustrating few months,” Mathews said, adding the team needed a bigger pool of bowlers.

“Not only one bowler, we’ve lost so many. At international level, I can’t go as a captain and say we don’t have bowlers. If we don’t have them, we need to know how to produce them.” - Reuters

GOLF

Bjork shoots up to third in Road to Oman rankings MUSCAT: Alexander Björk sealed an inaugural European Challenge Tour title in the Le Vaudreuil Golf Challenge to catapult from 19th to third in the Road to Oman Rankings and secure his spot in the season-ending NBO Golf Classic Grand Final, which takes place here in Oman at the spectacular Almouj Golf, Muscat, from Wednesday, November 2 to Saturday, November 5.

Sweden’s Björk, who cashed a winner’s cheque for €33,600, has been in brilliant form recently, finishing in the top 15 in his previous four tournaments. However, he went one better this weekend in France to help him guarantee his spot in the prestigious seasonfinale which is only eligible for the top 45 players on the Road to Oman Rankings.

“I’m so happy – I may have made it a little bit too exciting in the end,” said Björk. “My game is in a good place, and it started at the Nordea

Masters on the European Tour.

I had a bad Sunday but I learned from that and I knew my game was good enough to be at the top of the European Tour, so I then thought if I can do that there I should be able to do it on the Challenge Tour too, so I’ve been more confident since that.”

Australian Nick Cullen and Englishman Aaron Rai finished in joint-second after both losing out by a stroke to Björk.

They have both made significant progress in the Road to Oman after each winning 18,900 points.

Cullen has shot up to 40th from 158th in the Rankings while Rai has moved into the coveted top 15 from 28th.

Another player to make a noteworthy climb in the Rankings was Sebastian Heisele who leaped from 24th to 15th after a fourthplace finish in France. He now has a fantastic opportunity of joining Björk in the field for the season-

ending tournament in November.

As well as a share of a €400,000 prize fund on offer for victory in the prestigious NBO Golf Classic Grand Final, the top 15 players on the Road to Oman Rankings following the conclusion of the tournament will earn their playing cards for next season’s European Tour International Schedule. In addition, the top three players will also win a share of the lucrative €60,000 Bonus Pool.

England’s Jordan L Smith maintains his leading position in the Road to Oman with 75,694 points from 11 events played having claimed his maiden Challenge Tour title at the Red Sea Egyptian Challenge Presented by Hassan Allam Properties in April.

Romain Langasque is in second place with 68,336 points, while the latest victor Björk is in third on 67,395 and Matthieu Pavon has dropped to fourth with 65,114 points.

SPOT IN NBO GOLF CLASSIC: Alexander Björk sealed an inaugural European Challenge Tour title in the Le Vaudreuil Golf Challenge to catapult from 19th to third in the Road to Oman Rankings. – Supplied photo

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IOC decision on Russia is ‘spineless’ LONDON: Olympic long jump champion Greg Rutherford has branded the International Olympic Committee’s decision not to impose a blanket ban on Russia at next month’s Rio Games as “spineless” and expressed surprise that more athletes were not speaking out.

The IOC rejected calls for Russia to be banned from the Rio Games over its doping record on Sunday, putting the onus on international sports federations to decide whether individual athletes should be allowed to compete.

While the decision has been endorsed by some national Olympic committees, it drew criticism from

athletes and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), which said it would “inevitably lead to ... lesser protection for clean athletes.”

“We know the pros and the cons of a blanket ban, we know the risks of ‘collective justice’, but we also know the risk of not punishing a culture of doping that comes from the very top,” Rutherford told the Guardian.

“I would say that the latter is a much greater threat to sport.

We’ve certainly not been given a clear message of transparency and progress. But no, what we have now is a messy, grey area that doesn’t help anyone.” — Reuters

READY FOR GERMAN ACT: Oman Air sailing smooth during one of the Acts of the 2016 Extreme Sailing Series.

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Exciting new challenge for Oman Air in Hamburg Act Race organisers have extended the race area on the River Elbe to cater for the higher speeds of the new foiling GC32s but Oman Air skipper Morgan Larson says avoiding errors will still be the biggest challenge

MUSCAT: The halfway point of the 2016 Extreme Sailing Series will bring new challenges for Oman Air as they head to Hamburg in Germany to try to con-

solidate their position at the top of the table on a compact city centre race course which has become one of the trickiest on the circuit.

Race organisers have extended the race area on the River Elbe to cater for the higher speeds of the new foiling GC32s but Oman Air skipper Morgan Larson says avoiding errors will still be the biggest challenge if they are to extend their overall lead with their third Act victory of the season.

“It will be challenging but that is exactly what we like,” he said.

“All the teams that struggled early on in the season are getting sharper but if we keep cool heads and focus on what we know we do well, we should be alright.

“Our crew mate James Wierzbowski was a member of the team that won the $1Million prize in the World Match Racing Tour Final recently so he is full of confidence and will be buying us dinner every night!”

Oman Air start the Act in Hamburg still buoyed by their emphatic win in Cardiff last month. They swept to victory in the season opener in Muscat, Oman and were runners up in Qingdao, China, in May and with 35 points have a

BOWMAN: Nasser Al Mashari of

Oman Air.

three-point cushion over Red Bull Sailing Team in second place.

“Ideally we will pick up where we left off in Cardiff but we won’t be resting on our laurels,” said British mainsail trimmer Pete Greenhalgh.

“There is still plenty to work on — we are a new team and still finding out about each other’s strengths and weaknesses and trying to work out what adjustments we should be making to sail

the boat better. “Every team is the same but the question is, are we doing more than they are to sail the boat better.

“The game is moving on and after each event everyone is debriefing and learning from their mistakes so even though no one is able to practice, we need to make sure we are doing more than everyone else.”

The Oman Sail squad has a 100 per cent win record in Hamburg after winning in 2015, which was the first time the German city hosted an Extreme Sailing Series event.

The compressed race course and shifty conditions pose a major test for the crews as SAP Extreme Sailing Team discovered last year when they were dramatically upturned by a gust while gybing.

“It is a tight race course with a lot of tide and we are praying the wind blows in the right direction,” said Nasser Al Mashari, Oman Air’s bowman who will have his eyes peeled for freak gusts and will be searching for breeze and speed.

Racing kicks off on Thursday on July 28 and continues through to Sunday July 31. The action takes place at the HafenCity waterfront in Hamburg.

HOCKEY

There is no easy match in Olympics, says Sreejesh BENGALURU: Newly-appointed Indian men’s hockey team captain PR Sreejesh said there is no “easy match” in a sporting extravaganza like the Olympics, and all 12 teams will fancy their chances of qualifying for the quarterfinals in Rio. “It is Olympics and there is nothing easy. Every match will be serious affair,” he said before departing for Spain en route to Rio. “In each group there are six teams out of which four will qualify for the quarterfinals. Therefore, it is very important for us to garner as many points as possible to increase our chances because the new format gives an opportunity to every team,” he said.

Unlike previous editions, the International Hockey Federation (FIH) has introduced a new competition format in this year’s Olympics. As per the new format 12 teams have been divided into two pools of six with each team initially playing round-robin games within their pool. Follow-

CONFIDENT: India hockey captain P.R. Sreejesh.

ing the completion of the roundrobin games, the top four teams from each pool will advance to the quarterfinals. Previously, after completion of round robin games top two teams from each pool used to directly qualify for the semifinals.

Sreejesh, who took over the captaincy mantle from long-standing Sardar Singh just ahead of the

Olympics, said they are ready to face any side in the quarterfinals.

“We are ready to meet anybody in the quarterfinals. We cannot say we want this team or that team.

We will give our 100 per cent against any side, be it world world champions Australia,” he said.

Sreejesh said hockey is a team and a captain hardly has any role on the pitch. “Hockey is a team game and all 11 players on the field are captains. They have specific responsibilities to shoulder. We are going to Rio as a team,” he said.

The experienced goalkeeper said a few practice matches in Spain before heading to Rio will hold India is good stead in the Olympics.

“We are going to Spain mainly for acclimatisation. We need a break from here. We will play a couple of practice matches there and know where we stand. The climate of Rio during the Games will be to similar Spain. So, it is a good decision to go to Spain before landing at Rio,” Sreejesh said. - PTI

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SPORTS Olympic hoodoo still haunts Brazil The Olympic gold medal is the only international title Brazil have not won and they are desperate to finally break that hoodoo in front of their own fans next month

SAO PAULO: Soccer fans of a certain age will always remember Falcao at the World Cup in 1982 and his starring role alongside Zico, Socrates and Cerezo in one of the greatest Brazil sides of all time.

Their heartbreaking 3-2 defeat

by Italy in the second group stage that cost them a semifinal spot was unforgettable and the tournament etched Falcao’s name in the history books.

But when he looks back on the great moments of his career, another less heralded occasion still warms his heart.

The 1972 Munich Olympics was a disappointment for Brazil’s players but losses to Denmark and Iran, sandwiching a draw against Hungary, tell only half the story.

CAN THEY STRIKE GOLD? This time Brazil have Neymar among their three-over age players and can also count on a host of other big names including Neymar’s Barcelona team mate Rafinha, Marquinhos from Paris St-Germain and Felipe Anderson of Lazio.

The Olympics, Falcao told Reuters, was something special.

“It was a unique moment,” he said in a telephone interview earlier this month just before returning for a third stint as manager of Internacional where he started his playing career. “The Olympics is grander than the World Cup because you are alongside the greatest athletes of all the world’s sports.

In football, it’s just footballers.

“Even though football usually gets all the headlines the Olympics

is unique because of that rubbing of shoulders in the Olympic village.

“Everyone walked about and everyone could see everyone else, we sat together in the cafeteria, we swapped keyrings with other athletes, it really was beautiful.”

Falcao need not feel bad about Brazil’s awful campaign in Munich since their failure to win a soccer gold is a regular sob story even in the modern era where top professionals compete.

Until 1992, the Olympic soc-

cer tournament was for amateurs and most of the 1972 team were teenagers. Future AS Roma great Falcao, who would win Serie A, two Italian cups and a European Cup runners-up medal, was just 18 years old.

Since professionals under the age of 23 were admitted, Brazil have still struggled. They have been in the tournament 12 times, losing three finals including at London 2012.

The list of players who have

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Breaking the hoodoo The Olympic gold medal is the only international title Brazil have not won and they are desperate to INDIAN WRESTLING

Whistleblower Stepanova decline IOC invitation to be guest at Rio MOSCOW: Russian doping whistleblower Yulia Stepanova and her husband said on Monday they would not accept an International Olympic Committee (IOC) invitation to attend the Rio Games as spectators.

“We never blew the whistle with the intent to getting a spectators’ invitation to Rio,” the couple said in a letter to IOC Director General Christophe de Kepper after the IOC said on Sunday the middle distance runner was ineligible to compete in the Games.

“We respectfully decline your invitation as spectators, but kindly ask you to give Yuliya the fair treatment she deserves.”

Seeking review Whistleblower Yulia Stepanova, who helped uncover the biggest doping scandal in decades which threatened to exclude Russia from the Olympics, asked on Monday for a review of her ban from the Rio Games in a last-ditch attempt to compete there.

Stepanova’s hopes of running in Rio next month as an independent athlete where dashed when the International Olympic Committee ruled on Sunday that no Russian with a doping background could take part.

In a statement issued by Stepanova and her husband Vitaly, however, they said they had written to the IOC asking for a review, 10 days before the start of the Games in the Brazilian metropolis.

“The (IOC) decision is unfair as based on wrong and untrue statements,” they said. The world athletics federation (IAAF) had praised her contribution to the fight against doping and cleared her to compete as a neutral athlete.

The IOC invited the middledistance runner and her husband to attend next month’s Games as guests but denied her a com-

tried and failed to win Olympic gold reads like an all-time greatest Brazil team.

As well as Falcao they include Junior (1976), Dunga (1984), Taffarel and Romario (1988), Roberto Carlos and Ronaldo (1996), Lucio and Ronaldinho (2000), Thiago Silva and Marcelo (2008).

finally break that hoodoo in front of their own fans next month.

They have senior team captain Neymar among their three-over age players and can also count on a host of other big names including Neymar’s Barcelona team mate Rafinha, Marquinhos from Paris St-Germain and Felipe Anderson of Lazio.

Santos’ Gabriel Barbosa and 19year old Gabriel Jesus, who have both been linked with Europe’s big clubs, will play alongside Neymar up front.

Brazil open their campaign against South Africa in Brasilia, before playing Iraq at the same venue and Denmark in Salvador.

Falcao said the pressure this year will be twice as great in front of a home crowd.

Brazil have shown psychological frailties in recent years, notably in the 7-1 collapse against Germany in the World Cup semi-final in 2014, but the man known as the ‘King of Rome’ said the key will be making the pressure work in their favour.

“It is the only title we haven’t won so the press talk about it every day and that creates a pressure,” said Falcao.

“But I think the pressure, if they learn how to work with it, can be positive rather than negative.

The advantage is that the Olympic team now are all highly professional, they all play in difficult leagues and they are as good as the others.

“We are one of the favourites, as we always are.” - Reuters

We never blew the whistle with the intent to getting a spectators’ invitation to Rio. We respectfully decline your invitation Yulia Stepanova Whistleblower

TAINTED PAST: The International Olympic Committee invited the middle-distance athlete and her husband to attend next month’s Games as guests but denied her competitive spot. – AFP

petitive spot in Rio, arguing her doping-tainted past made her ineligible.

The IOC had also said Stepanova had refused to compete as a

member of the Russian team, a claim she rejects.

“Yulia made it absolutely clear that this was not based on her wish to not compete under the

Russian flag, but rather on the hostile treatment and threats she had received since December 2014 up to yesterday,” the pair said.

Stepanova, who provided evidence of doping in a series of German broadcaster ARD documentaries, has fled Russia and is living in hiding at an undisclosed location in North America, fearing for her safety.

The IOC said any Russian athlete with a doping past, including Stepanova, would not be allowed to compete in Rio as it tightened controls following the fallout from the doping scandal involving their country.

Stepanova said the decision went against rulings of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) which had struck down part of the Olympic Charter blocking sanctioned athletes from future Games, known as the “Osaka rule”.

In making its decision, CAS had argued there could not be a double punishment for alreadysanctioned athletes. - Reuters

Narsingh demands CBI probe into scandal NEW DELHI: A defiant Narsingh Yadav on Monday demanded a CBI probe into the doping scandal which has jeopardised his participation in the Olympics, alleging that a conspiracy has been hatched to scuttle his Rio dream.

“There should be a CBI inquiry.

The whole episode relating to my selection had gone to court. There was a CID report that my life is under threat. All this makes it clear, I have been framed so that I am stopped from going to Rio,” Narsingh said.

‘Complaint’ “I have given my complaint to the federation in which I have made it clear that something could have been mixed in the food that was prepared at the mess. It is a conspiracy against me,” he added.

Narsingh has returned positive for a banned substance barely 10 days before the start of the Olym-

pics and that has cast a doubt on his participation in the Rio Games.

The 26-year-old, who would be pleading innocence in front of the NADA panel that is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, is hopeful that he would be able to convince the committee members that the entire episode is a conspiracy.

“I am hopeful that everything will be clear soon. I have got the 100 per cent backing of everyone.

I am still hopeful of going to Rio,” 26-year-old wrestler said.

Interestingly, Narsingh was selected for the Rio Olympics in controversial circumstances as double Olympic medallist Sushil Kumar had also staked his claim to represent the country in 74kg freestyle and demanded a trial. But Narsingh Yadav was chosen by the Wrestling Federation of India as he had earned the Olympic quota in the World Championships last year with a bronze medal finish. - PTI

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SPORTS Kohli lauds ‘complete performance’ after innings win over West Indies SCOREBOARD

India 1st innings: 566 for 8 decl (V. Kohli 200, R. Ashwin 113, S. Dhawan 84, A. Mishra 53) West Indies 1st innings: 243 (K. Brathwaite 74, S. Dowrich 57no; U. Yadav 4-41, M. Shami 4-66) West Indies 2nd innings: K. Brathwaite lbw b I. Sharma 2 R. Chandrika c Saha b R. Ashwin 31 D. Bravo c Rahane b U. Yadav 10 M. Samuels b R. Ashwin 50 J. Blackwood c Kohli b R. Ashwin 0 R. Chase c sub b R. Ashwin 8 S. Dowrich lbw b Mishra 9 J. Holder b R. Ashwin 16 C. Brathwaite not out 51 D. Bishoo c Pujara b R. Ashwin 45 S. Gabriel b R. Ashwin 4 Extras (nb-5) 5 Total (all out, 78 overs) 231 Fall of wickets: 1-2, 2-21, 3-88, 4-92, 5-101, 6-106, 7-120, 8-132, 9-227, 10-231 Bowling: I. Sharma 11-2-27-1 (nb-3), M. Shami 10-3-26-0 (nb-1), U. Yadav 13-4-34-1, R. Ashwin 25-8-83-7, A. Mishra 19-3-61-1 (nb-1) Umpires:: Aleem Dar and Ian Gould TV umpire: Gregory Brathwaite Match referee: Ranjan Madugalle Result: India won by an innings & 92 runs

Off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin collected 7-83 in the second innings as the home team collapsed to 231 all out after being forced to follow-on at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound

NORTH SOUND: India captain Virat Kohli lauded a “complete performance” by his team after they thrashed West Indies by an innings and 92 runs inside four days in the first Test in Antigua on Sunday.

Off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin collected 7-83 in the second innings as the home team collapsed to 231 all out after being forced to follow-on at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in North Sound.

It was Ashwin’s third career seven-wicket haul, his first outside India. He had not picked up any wickets in the first innings.

“The fast bowlers bowled re-

JUBILANT TEAM: India captain Virat Kohli and teammates walk off the field after beating West Indies by an innings and 92 runs. – AFP

ally well in the first (innings) and I wasn’t really finding my rhythm to be very honest,” Ashwin, who also scored a century, said in an onfield interview after being named man-of-the-match.

“I got a good long spell after lunch today. Rhythm is the most important thing for me. I wasn’t quite comfortable yesterday. Today was very different.”

Carlos Brathwaite, batting at

number nine, top scored for West Indies with 51 not out, while Marlon Samuels (50) and Devendra Bishoo (45) tried to frustrate the visitors but they only delayed the inevitable.

India ensured they would not lose with a first-innings total of 566 for eight declared, and they will take even greater heart from the way their balanced fivepronged bowling attack — three

pacemen and two spinners — rattled through the Windies twice in less than six sessions.

Pacemen Mohammed Shami and Umesh Yadav did the damage in the first innings with four wickets each, before Ashwin took over on Sunday.

“It was a complete performance,” said India captain Virat Kohli, who played no small part in the victory with his first career double century.

“We’re very happy with the way we executed our plan. We just need to be confident but not complacent and not overconfident.”

West Indies, a lowly eighth in the International Cricket Council test rankings, started the four-test series as big underdogs, but their inability to make a contest of the first test will raise further concerns about the future of the Caribbean team in the five-day format.

“We didn’t really bowl well in the first innings. It was a daunting task, trying to chase 560-odd,” said West Indies captain Jason Holder.

“We obviously need to bowl a bit better. Shannon (Gabriel) bowled extremely well, Bishoo was decent.

We just need to string together some more dot balls, some more pressure deliveries.”

The second Rest starts in Kingston, Jamaica, on Saturday. - Reuters

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It was a memorable game for me, says Ashwin NORTH SOUND: India’s offspinner Ravichandran Ashwin, whose bowling masterclass of seven for 83 enabled the visitors to record an emphatic win against the West Indies, is happy that he has been finally able to break the deadlock of getting a coveted ‘fivefor’ outside the sub-continent.

“It has taken me five years to repeat (record) this feat (five wickets in an innings) outside the sub-continent, that is something I always wanted to break. Getting a fivewicket haul away from sub-continent is something I have worked earnestly towards and I am really pleased for myself,” Ashwin told to the BCCI.TV. Having emulated Ian Botham, who scored a hundred and recorded a seven-wicket haul in a Test match, the Tamil Nadu off-break bowler said that he would cherish the game for years to come.

“It was a very memorable game for me. I shared a great partnership with Virat. Wonderful to get a hundred and also getting a five-wicket haul. It’s one of those games, which I will be cherishing

MATCH HERO: India’s Ravichandran Ashwin, left, is congratulated by teammates. – AFP

for a very very long time,” said the man, who now has 183 wickets and 1317 runs from 33 games.

The 29-year-old, who scored fantastic 113 in the first innings said was pleasantly surprised when the skipper Virat Kohli asked him to bat at number 6.

“To be batting at No 6 was a com-

plete surprise for me. Virat told me on the morning of the match and I really liked what he said. He told me “We trust you and want you to bat at No.6 and see how it works,” said Ashwin.

Ashwin become the first Indian to score a century and pick up a fivewicket haul on two occasions in Tests.

The exponent of carrom-ball felt that the presence of head coach Anil Kumble has helped him to bowl longer spells.

“In the first innings, I went wicketless for about 25-25 over’s that I bowled in the match. In the past, that would have definitely troubled me as I am a bowler who likes to keep getting wickets. I kept speaking to him (Kumble) about what I was doing right and what I wasn’t,” he said.

“I was constantly in touch with him (Kumble) also about what is the right speed to be bowling. He gave me different ideas about what lines I can bowl to the batsmen. It is about the knack of getting wickets and it is a good that we shared wickets today,” he added.

Ashwin said he was pleased to bat at No 6 as it provides him better opportunity in batting.

“Batting at No 6 there is always more opportunities to get a hundred than at No 8. I have started really well on that. Batting at six, I have managed to get a five-for as well so I hope I go from strength to strength from here on. - PTI

Kohli targets period of Test domination NORTH SOUND: India need to dominate Test matches and players cannot be content with just looking to improve, captain Virat Kohli said after the tourists thrashed West Indies by an innings and 92 runs on Sunday.

“We are not at a stage now where we need to come and improve,” Kohli, who scored his first double hundred during the Test, told reporters.

“We should be ready enough in international cricket to start dominating Test matches and win those crucial situations and sessions. That’s how we become a better team. ” While Kohli has led India to a Test series win in Sri Lanka and beat South Africa 3-0 at home, their record outside

South Asia in the longest format has been poor.

They have lost series in South Africa, New Zealand, England and Australia on tours since late 2013, something new coach Anil Kumble has said he wants to rectify.

Kohli wants his side, who are currently second behind Australia on the Test rankings, to target consistency as well as wins.

“If we have a chance to win 4-0, then why not,” Kohli said.

“We don’t need to get complacent. If we end up getting a 2-0 lead, it’s not that we would be playing for a draw in the next two Tests. We’ll learn how to win Tests everywhere.

We will know exactly what to do when a certain situation is going a certain way.” - Reuters

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SRI LANKAN Curried Egg Omelette Ingredients For Omelette • 6 eggs • 2 large onions, finely chopped • 4 green chillies, chopped • 1 teaspoon black pepper powder • Salt to taste • Oil for frying

STORY SWATI DASGUPTA

For Curry • 1/2 cup of coconut milk • 1 1/2 teaspoons roasted curry powder • 1 1/2 teaspoons chilli powder • 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder • 2 cloves, cardamom and 1 inch stick of cinnamon • 1 tablespoon oil • 4 onions sliced • 1 1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds • 1 teaspoon ginger paste and garlic paste • Juice of 1/2 lime • Salt to taste Preparation • Beat the eggs until frothy in a bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients. Heat the oil in a frying pan, pour the egg batter when oil is heated enough, do not overheat or the batter will burn. Lower the heat to medium and let the batter cook. Fold the omelette and let it cool. Cut into 1” - 11/2” cubes.

• In the coconut milk add curry powder, chilli, turmeric powder, cardamom and cinnamon and keep aside.

• For the curry heat oil in a deep pan, add sliced onions and sauté until lightly browned.

• Add fenugreek seeds and the garlic and ginger paste, keep stirring until you can smell the aroma, pour in the coconut mix and let it boil.

Add salt.

• When the gravy starts to boil drop in the egg omelette pieces, reduce the heat and add the lime juice at the end.

Don’t boil the gravy after adding the lime juice. Serve hot with rice or roti.

Sri Lankan Food in Muscat Mars Restaurant Al Khuwair + 968 9433 5820

If you are a real foodie, as you travel to different parts of the world, of the many memories that you gather, the ones that you will treasure the most will be of the cuisines

T

alking about food, of all the meals that I have enjoyed during my travel, the morning meals have always been a real gourmet experience.

After all who wouldn’t like to start their day with trays of cold cuts and cheese, assortment of rolls and croissants, golden yolked eggs, heaping plates of fruits, stack of syrup-soaked pancakes, along with a pot of strongly brewed tea?

Also spending a good amount of time at the breakfast table gave me a chance to learn a lot about the local food habits and customs and how each place had their own surprises in store. On one such trip to Sri Lanka, as I headed towards the omelette counter at the breakfast buffet, the young and exuberant chef behind the counter smiled and asked: ‘English or Sri Lankan?’

Before I could decipher his query, the man behind me promptly said, ‘two Sri Lankan omelette please’.

I graciously gave way to the man and stood in a corner out of sheer curiosity to know what makes an omelette in Sri Lanka so different from the one that I grew up having almost everyday for breakfast.

The chef whisked two eggs and alongside chopped onions, a handful of green chillies, few tomatoes, and I thought he was done. But to my surprise there were more ingredients waiting to be added.

He added chopped sprigs of curry leaves, a teaspoon of cumin powder, and 1 teaspoon of curry powder, something that I had never imagined could be part of an omelette. Then in a large skillet he sautéed all the chopped ingredients in a teaspoon of oil and added the cumin and curry powder. He poured the egg mixture into the frying pan and let it set before folding it. Immensely fascinated, I asked one for myself, ready to taste the re-creation of an ordinary omelette for the first time.

The succulent fillings of the omelette made it tastier and soon the chef came in with more revelations and introduced me to something called curried omelette. All you need to do is to roll the omelette and then slice into squares first and then prepare a curry with sliced onions, curry leaves, cinnamon stick, ginger, garlic, and fenugreek seeds. The omelette pieces are added to the curry and served hot (see recipe). During my stay while I realised that Sri Lankan food had close similarity with South Indian cuisine, there were few things that were distinctly different and that reflected more in their spices. Most of their foods had rich flavours and were spice laden. Rice and curry being their staple was found almost everywhere and to my surprise they were even served for breakfast. In a day or two in Sri Lanka I understood that there’s nothing more easily available than a plate of rice

and curry. The deviled fish curries in different flavours often made it to the buffet spread and that’s how I found out that they were quite a specialty in the region.

In any deviled fish curry, the fish is first deep fried and then smothered in the sauce of one’s choice and later again fried with onions.

Street foods in Sri Lanka also have a special place and one must not miss the kottu roti. It is shredded pieces of Sri Lankan roti, that is stir fried with an assortment of spices and a choice of other meaty (or vegetarian) ingredients. In Muscat if you are craving for a slice of Sri Lanka on your plate then visit Mars Restaurant in Al Khuwair, opposite Mars Hypermarket. Go for Lamprais or lump rice, the famous Sri Lankan rice dish which is rice with mixed meat and aubergine curry, wrapped in a banana leaf and baked in an oven. Give it a try.

-swati@timesofoman.com

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SALALAH The Conjuring 2 (2D) (15+) (Horror ) 2:00, 9:10, 11:55PM Central Intelligence (2D) (12+) (Action) Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart 12:00, 4:15, 11:45PM Star Trek Beyond (3D) (PG12) (Action ) 2:00, 6:10PM Sultan (2D) (PG12) (Action) 3:00, 11:15PM Free State of Jones (2D) (12+) (Action ) Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Mahershala Ali 12:15, 8:30PM Madaari (2D) (PG) (Hindi) (Social | Thriller) Cast: Irfan Khan, Jimmy Shergill 6:25PM Kabali (2D) (12+) (Tamil) (Crime | Drama) 6:15, 8:55PM Silah El Talamiz (2D) (PG12) (Arabic) Cast: Eman El Sayed , Mourad Fikri 4:30PM

Film information 24540856 / Advance Booking 24540855 Website: www.albahjacinemaoman.com

WITH LOVE

QURIYAT - SUR - JAALAN (ROUTE 36) Quriyat Sur Jaalan

BURAIMI Kabali 12+ (Tamil) (Crime | Drama) Cast: Rajinikanth, Winston Chao, Radhika Apte 9:00 PM The Conjuring 2 15+ (Horror | Thriller) Cast: Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson 3.45, 6.15 & 11.30PM Star Trek Beyond (3D) PG12 (Action ) Cast: Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, Karl Urban 4.45 & 9.15PM Central Intelligence 12+ (Action | Comedy ) 7.00 PM Free State of Jones TBC (Action) Cast: Matthew McConaughey 3.30, 8.45 & 11:45 PM Sultan PG12 (Hindi) (Action) Cast: Salman Khan, Anushka Sharma 6.15 PM Madaari PG (Hindi) (Social | Thriller) Cast: Irrfan Khan, Jimmy Shergill 11.15 PM

BAHJA CINEMA

Programmes are subject to change

LONG DISTANCE BUS TIMINGS (OMAN NATIONAL TRANSPORT COMPANY SAOC) *SUBJECT TO CHANGE

FROM MUSCAT (RUWI) Destination

12.18pm 3.41pm 6.58pm 8.16pm 4.10am

CHILDREN BELOW THE AGE OF 3 YEARS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE CINEMA | BOX-OFFICE COUNTER OPENS 30-MINUTES PRIOR TO THE SCREENING OF THE FIRST SHOW

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PHARMACIES (ROUND THE CLOCK) Al Hashar Pharmacy, Ruwi 24783334 Apollo Medical Centre,

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HOSPITALS Al Amal Medical & Health Care Centre 24485052 Atlas Hospital Ruwi 24811743/ Ghubra 24504000 Al Musafir Specialised Medical Clinic 24706453 Hatat Polyclinic LLC, Ruwi 24563641 Azaiba 24499269 Sohar 2683006 Al Raffah Hospital 24618900/1/2 Al Massaraat Clinic & Laboratory 24566435 Al Makook Medical Coordinance Centre 24499434 Apollo Medical Centre, Hamriya 24787766, 24787780

Capital Polyclinic 24707549 Badr Al Samaa Polyclinic, Ruwi 24799760/1/2 Capital Clinic, Seeb 24420740 Ceregem National Raak 24485633 Dr Harub’s Clinic 24563217 Elixir Health Centre 24565802 Emirates Medical Centre 24604540 1st Chiropractic Centre 24472274 Lifeline Hospital Salalah 23212340 International Medical Centre LLC 24794501/2/3/4/5 Kims Oman Hospital 24760100 24 Hrs Emergency 24760123 Lama Polyclinic, Sohar 26751128 MBD 24799077 Al Khuwair 24478818 Magrabi Eye and Ear Hospital 24568870 Muscat Private Hospital 24583600 Welcare Diagnostic and Treatment Centre, Al Khuwair 24477666 Al Hayat International Hospital, Al Ghubra 22004000, 94267068/97049520 Al Hayat Clinic, Al Hail 22009455

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LIFESTYLE FOOD NOTE

Try Afghani Food in India When food looks beautiful, tastes scrumptious and the ambiance transports you to the world where it originated, it’s an indication that something is just right. Thus, at Habibi in West Delhi, you can feast on cuisine from Syria, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Morocco, as also Afghanistan.

As you enter the first floor restaurant, the brown, golden and maroon-hued interiors give you an Afghani feel while the music tunes you into the food you are about to opt for.

As people around you merrily talk you take in the menu full of tongue-twisting but interesting names given to the lamb, chicken and vegetarian concoctions. It does take a few minutes to decide what you really want. Try the basic hummus and bread, Moroccan lamb soup, fattoush, zattar manakish, Afghani khaboos, Moroccan khader curry and the Habibi chicken.

Falling in love with the zattar manakish, I effortlessly finished the entire quantity that was served.

Zattar manakish is a traditional Lebanese variety of pita bread spiced with zaatar. The delicacy is similar to a pizza, made of soft pita base topped with zattar spice mix — a slightly sour mixture of sumac berries (dried and powdered), thyme, oregano, sesame seeds, and some salt.

“I am not selling regular hummus and dishes. The Afghani food here has no garlic and onion. Anyone can have the Arabic mains. Arabic food is mild food. We spice it up on request,” head Chef Amanjeet Singh said.

The biryani here is not your regular orange-coloured variety. Rather, it was white rice with a gravy of onions and spices and a huge chunk of chicken. Since I am not a fan of spicy food, this was my kind of biryani, but our Punjabi food lovers may not like it that much. The jujeh kebab — an Iranian dish of grilled chunks of chicken — is mouth-watering, a quick melt in the mouth treat. Other interestingly named creations were baba ghanoush, mohamara, warak inab, cheese rokakat, bamya bil lahem, and lamb majbous. — IANS

3 SIMPLE NO-BAKE BRUNCH HACKS

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n the heat of summer, a homemade brunch can seem like a daunting task, but don’t let that stop you from entertaining. Everything from scrambled eggs to pancakes to coffee cake require a hot oven or stove and can weigh heavy in your stomach on a hot day. When the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven or eat a heavy meal, follow these easy no-bake brunch hacks to keep cool and have a delicious brunch on the table all summer long.

Made-to-order smoothies Summer calls for fresh, seasonal produce whizzed into a chilled smoothie. Choose a few recipes ahead of time and give guests the option to select from the ingredients available. For a more filling smoothie, add protein powder, oats or peanut butter.

Everything from scrambled eggs to pancakes require a hot stove and can weigh heavy in your stomach on a hot day Hint: Skip the tedious task of cleaning the blender between each smoothie by borrowing blenders from friends and family so each recipe has its own. Plus, multiple blenders allow the option to blend more than one smoothie at a time.

Bagel bar with toppings Guests will love this hands-on approach to brunch, and hosts will love this hands-off approach to entertaining. Simply plate a variety of bagels and fill the table with cream cheese and pre-sliced toppings like fruits, veggies and herbs.

Hint: Trade regular baking cream cheese for something you can feel good about sharing with your family and guests: Don’t forget to put out a toaster (or two) to give guests the option to toast or not toast, and let the rest happen naturally. For additional goodness, serve the bagels with seasonal fruit, both for enjoying on its own and for dipping into extra cream cheese.

Make-ahead yoghurt parfaits Rest easy knowing everything is

taken care of with make-ahead yoghurt parfaits. Find decorative plastic cups at any party store for easy cleanup, then layer plain or vanilla yoghurt, fresh fruit and crunchy toasted nuts and coconut. Change up the flavours in some of the parfaits so guests can choose their favourites. If picky eaters are in attendance, top a few parfaits with chocolate sprinkles for a more enticing (and good-for-them) treat.

Hint: Granola is a tasty topper for parfaits, but can get soggy if left overnight. To avoid, toss on the granola minutes before the party begins. At any brunch, coffee is a must. For a cooler approach, provide an iced coffee option alongside chilled orange juice and iced tea. With fresh, summery spreads like these, guests will never realise their host didn’t bake a thing. — BPT

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LIFESTYLE

ONE NGREDIENT INGREDIENT

FIVE WAYS

CANTALOUPE Cantaloupe Soup

Cantaloupe Ice Cream

Cantaloupe Shake

Cantaloupe Salad

Cantaloupe Jam

Take 1 ripe cantaloupe, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/3 cup sugar and 1/2 cup orange juice. Cut melon and scoop out the ďŹ&#x201A;esh of the cantaloupe. Combine it with the rest of the ingredients and blend well. Transfer it in a bowl and refrigerate it for hours to make it chilled. Serve in chilled bowls.

Blend 1/2 kilo cantaloupe, cut and peeled until smooth. In a pan, mix 1 tablespoon gelatin in hot water and stir until smooth. Beat 2 egg yolks and add 1 cup cream, 3/4 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup mango juice, and 2 teaspoons vanilla essence. Add this to the cantaloupe mixture and blend for a while. Beat egg whites and add another 1/4 cup sugar and beat. Add the blended mixture and fold in egg whites. Put into moulds and refrigerate it.

Take 1 cantaloupe cut and peeled, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 tablespoon orange juice, 1/2 cup milk, and 3 scoops of vanilla ice cream. Combine all the ingredients in a blender. Blend well for a while and pour into glasses. Top it with basil leaves and red currants.

Cut the cantaloupe into half and remove the seeds. Scoop out the pulp and cut into cubes. Combine it with 1 cup cooked chicken cut in cubes, 1 cup seedless grapes, 1/2 cup sliced celery, and 2 tablespoons roasted almonds.

Also mix 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon curry powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix all the ingredients and serve chilled.

Take 2 medium cantaloupes, cut into small pieces. Take 1 can crushed pineapple, 2 oranges, 1kg sugar.

Combine all the ingredients and add the sugar. Cook together until you have a thick syrup. Put in airtight bottles and seal it. You can keep it in a refrigerator for it to last longer.

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New 2B/R behind bank Muscat, Bausher directly from owner.

Contact: 92158031

5 bedroom brand new villas for rent in Al Khoud, near Al Ruwad International School.

2BHK & 1BHK flats with split air conditioners are available for rent in new building in Al Qurum, near Rose Garden. Interested persons may contact on 95133331 / 97048091

Contact 99447002 / 98116480

2 bedroom flat split ACs near Zakher Al Khuwair rent R.O 250/PM . Contact: 95278815

1000 sqm Industrial plot compound wall & two room at Misfah I/A. Contact: 99342733

Garage A Grade license with equipment for rent at Mabellah, Senaiyah good location.

Contact 92874923

Ruwi office space for rent, Saravana Bhava Building.

Contact: 95729549

3 BHK flat in Azaiba, opp. Sultan Centre. Contact 99261522 / 99857332

I BHK Flat -3 Nos at Hamriya – R.O. 175/-3 Bed Room/ 3 Bath room/ Very big sitting area/ kitchen - Villa 1st floor with A/C at Al Khuwair Near Rayyan Residence.

R.O 360/-For families. Contact: 94934353 - 9 am to 7 Pm. Email – forrentksd@gmail.com

2 BHK flat at Wadi Kabir, behind Pioneer Hotel Apartment.

Contact 99261522 / 99857332 Flat in Darsait & Ruwi, Office CBD. Contact: 95345909 / 92820734

Flats for rent near Indian School in Wadi Kabir. Contact 99777122

2 bedroom centrally air conditioned flat in CBD near Central Bank. Contact 24714625 / 91173997

Flat for rent in Al Mawaleh South 3, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, hall, kitchen & store with air condition.

Contact 98575157

Office for rent 300 RO, Saravana Bhavan Restaurant Building.

Contact 95957938 - 96297031.

Single flat for rent in Darsait near Indian School. Contact: 95453813 / 95806611

1,2 BHK available Mumtaz area Ruwi. Contact: 99269751

Two bedrooms flat behind German Embassy near to Al Nahda Hospital. Conant: 99203954

Flat for rent in Sidab, 2 rooms, 2 toilets & 1 living room. Contact: 92222269 / 98189988 Flat for rent in Al Khuwair 33, 1 room, 1 bathroom & small Kitchen.

Contact: 99344240 3 Rooms, 2 Toilets Flat for Rent.

18 November Street. Near Mars Hypermarket and The Chedi.

Ghobrah -Good for Commercial or Residential use. OMR 295/- month.

Call 94477222 Flat for rent in Al Hamriya 3 rooms, 3 bathrooms & kitchen.

Contact: 99344240 Office / showroom for rent, near Kims Hospital Darsait, main road facing RO 1200/-.

Contact 99756633 Flat with 2 room + kitchen +hall, 3 toilets in al Quram Breeiq Al Shatti RO 650. Contact 99738881 / 99314314

Open land farm of around 40 thousand sq m2 at a good location near to Rusayl for rent or waiver at a very attractive rate. Good for farm or camp. Fr more info pls contact 93692228 / 91155779

2 Bedrooms flat with hall, 2 bathrooms in Darsait near Muscat Municipality. Contact: 24700120 / 92584715 3 BHK flat for rent at 18th Nov Street Al Ghubrah.

Contact 93088602 Spacious 4 BHK with split A/Cs 4 Bathrooms and storeroom near Church roundabout Mumtaz area rent R.O 550. Contact: 99349672 2BHK split A/C 200/- Monthly & 1BHK spilt A/C 150/- monthly new building good location Barka Market. contact 99342661

1 bedroom family / bachelors in Al Khuwair R.O 90/-.

Contact: 95154331

7 bedroom villa for rent close to Rusayl Industrial area – Jaffnin.

Contact 98116480 / 994470020

Flat behind Mazoon Mosque with 3 room + 3 toilets, RO 230.

Contact 99738881 / 99420346

Flats, shops & store for rent in MBD area Ruwi, Mumtaz area.

Contact: 97293708 / 92433127

Flat in Al-Khoudh, Flats and shops in Fanja near Nizwa road.

Mobile: 99058646

Ghubra & Al Khuwair, 1 bed room, hall. Contact: 90991079

2 bedrooms flats R.O 370/- & one bedroom flat R.O 325/- in South Ghubra, behind Asalah Bhawan building. Contact: 96202490 Two bedrooms flat behind German Embassy near to Al Nahda Hospital. Contact: 99209354

Flats for rent in Mumtaz, 2 bedrooms , hall Way no 3352 building no. 3447 & 3668.

Contact: 90991079 2 BHK flat at Wadi Kabir 2 bathrooms with split A/Cs near Indian Kindergarten School.

Contact: 99367627

STORE FOR RENT 750 sq mtrs near Al Felaj Plastic Co. Sanaya Wadi Kabir.

Contact : 99512633 1 BHK Flats are available near Lulu Darsait (Opp. to Min. of Defense) Contact: 93202733 / 94771769 Wadi Kabeer Industrial 80 sm show rooms for rent 400/- R.O. Contact: 99879939 Flats for rent South Al Mabela.

Contact: 95233117 / 95230355 Flat for rent in Al Khoud, 2 rooms & hall. Contact: 91763665 Villa for rent, with split A/C, in South Ghubra behind American School with 11 bedrooms including 2 majlis, 8 bathrooms and kitchen.

Car parking available. For residential or intuitional rent.

Contact: 99233729 Flat in Al Khuwair opp grand mall 4 room 3 toilet + hall kitchen in 3 floor 400. Contact 99420346 Flat for rent Wadi Al Kabir.

Contact: 99379950 / 92925173 Flat for rent in South AlGhubrah 3 rooms, hall and 3 toilets, kitchen rent 450/-. Contact: 99335580 House in Darsait, 3 rooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen with A/C. Contact: 95522405 Spacious 3 BHK apartment + store room with split A/C Al Seeb, Mabelah South near Goat market, near Expressway R.O 320 negotiable. Contact: 96920789 / 98309890

1 & 2 BHK Flat for rent at MBD, Hall at Sana, opp. Al Nahdha Hospital, Al Khoudh Souq and Mabella Sanaya No.2 and shop Al Khoudh.

Contact: 24834644 / 93994401/ 02 /03 Furnished office (61M2) for sale / rent Al Khuwair near Zawawi Mosque. Contact: 95611569 2BHK split A/C for rent Muttrah near Oman House.

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2 bed rooms flat with hall, 2 bathrooms in Darsait near Muscat Municipality.

Contact: 92584715/ 24700120 1 Bed room, sharing K& T, R.O 100, 2 bedrooms , sharing K& T R.O 200/- in AL Khuwair.

Contact 95154331 Warehouse at Wadikabir - total area 3500 sqm - covered warehouse (500sqm), office, accommodation (1000sqm), open area (2000sqm) please contact: 99273774 99202278

BUYING Bobcat available for rent.

Contact 97623299 Buying cars for cash.

Contact 90202090

WANTED Urgently required looking to immediately buy used Grit blasting & airless spray equipment 1 No each.

Contact: 968 24810930 / 93203772 / 93203773 / 93203778 IELTS Coaching (academic) required nearby wadi Kabir area. Please call on mobile or msg on Whats up. Contact 92927880/99012165

AVAILABLE Party & Wedding equipment rentals. Full line, from Tables, Linen & Skirting, Chairs & Chair covers, Cutlery, Crockery, Glassware, Chafing Dishes, Ice Sculptures, to Large Sound Systems and spectacular lighting. Call Andrea 9606 2222 for Catering and Croyden 9623 5555 for Sound & Light. ww.tunesoman.com, E-mail: info@tunesoman.com IELTS classes provided in Ruwi area. Those interested may contact 96769456

ACC. WANTED Indian working lady looking for single spacious room with separate room with separate toilet & sharing, kitchen near MBD South. Contact: 92183404 Accommodation Wanted for an Executive Bachelor, Single Flat / Sharing Room @ Wadi Kabir.

Pls call: 93883674 / 98103169

FOR SALE 1No brand new containerized package type STP 100 m3/ day with blower equipments (suitable for camps). Serious Buyers may.

Contact: 99445367

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FOR SALE SHUTTERING PLYWOOD SIZE : 4’ X 8’ X 18MM GSM: 92835445,93205253,93205423

FOR SALE Dental chairs for sale sparingly used dental units for sale.

Contact Mr. Ansari 92616343.

Kumar 99570284 Kids & women cloth, shoes accessory shop in Al Khoud.

Contact: 91121277 Immediate sale well running ladies saloon for sale at Al Khoud near SQU. Serious buyers can call: 90807020 / 95251987 Beauty Saloon for sale, next to Wedding hall, Amerat. Contact 99609265 HD Scaffoldings, Shuttering Jacks, Wooden Planks, Shuttering wood assorted, Tower hoist (lift), Concrete Mixer, Bending Machine, Steel Fabrication Machinery (Searing/Cutting, lathe & Welding) including tools for immediate sale: Contact 99273774/ 99202278 Single colorful Bed and Sofa for Sale at Al Khuwair. Contact 92881849 / What`s up No 97290565 Coffee shop for sale at Mabella, Sanaya. Contact 96704519 Steel Scrap materials for immediate sale.Contact 99273774/ 99202278 Space for printing press available at wadikabir with or without machinery.

Contact 99328430 Urgent sale of steel scrap only serious buyers kindly contact 96725423 for viewing the items.

Restaurant for sale heart of Ruwi.

Contact 93687466 Almost new beach/ garden lounge chairs /bar stools/ counter.

Photos can be sent 95865457 Shop for sale near Oman House, Muttrah. Contact 99024362.

Furnished room in ruwi and azaiba for rent for executive bachelors. Gsm 99058344 Furnished apartment for rent, two rooms, majlis, hall, kitchen.

Near Carrefour al-mawalah.

Contact 99336776 Spacious semi furnished room with separate bathroom for Executive bachelor Opp. O.C. Centre Ruwi . Call : 90611670 Furnished room available for Executive bachelor in Ruwi area.

Contact: 99054542 Room for Indian family or Executive bachelor at Ruwi with bathroom, 2 Kitchens R.O: 100/-.

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Contact: 96524717 Furnish bedroom with attach bathroom for executive bachelor.

Contact: 97704794 Room with attached bathroom and sharing kitchen available for Executive bachelor or small family at wadikabir. Contact 93049849 Room, bath room for executives in Wadi kabir. Contact 99336206 Room available in Mumtaz area 1 room, 1 Bathroom, Kitchen & 1 room, common bathroom. Interested please contact 92680041 Mr. Altaf Sharing accommodation near ISD. Contact: 99657340 Room available for Executive bachelor at Al Hail.

Contact 96234708

Parent of Thrissur based Hindu Ezhava girl aged 20, Slim,Atham star, Studying for B. Pharm seeking alliance from well employed Graduates, preferably in Engineering Contact :96425102 Malankara Catholic Male Nurse (28) from Thiruvalla working in Nizwa Private Co. Alliance invites parents/nurses working in Oman.

Contact 968 98267338, 0091 9287215726 Indian male Roman Catholic 40yrs divorcee working in Muscat.

Seeks suitable alliance from widow/ divorcee/ single.

Contact 96059801.

TRANSPORTATION Transportation Engage.

Contact: 92711421 Driver with car required to pick & drop from Al Hail to Wadi Kabir School. Contact 95660278 Transportation. Contact: 98657739 Transportation. Contact: 91310107 Transportation. Contact: 94510847

SITUATION BUSINESS

Transportation available Al Khuwair, Ghobrah, Azaiba, Al Hail & Al Khoud. Drop & pick.

Contact 95250161 Transportation available Ruwi to Al Khuwair, Ghubra & Azaiba.

Contact: 91103909 Transportation. Contact 99508282 Transportation required from Qurum to WadiKabir at afternoon only 1 PM. Contact - 99012165 Transportation. Contact 92015894

Gulf link rent car get the best rate daily weekly monthly & long term.

Contact: Tel: 24348106 G.S.M: 98265073 /96023931 Email: gulflink403@gmail.com

Transportation. Contact 94510847

SITUATION WANTBUSINESS Partner available, if you have an established business & looking for partner for expanding or open new branch. Contact: 92010247 WEB, ERP and Business Intelligence (BI) creation and management at rock bottom price.

Contact: http//webviewoman

INVESTOR PARTNER REQUIRED For a successfully Catering Restaurant Investor cum Partner is required.

Investor with fixed returns also welcome.

Please contact – 95213273

Email: muscatcoffeeshop@gmail.com

25 - 50 seater bus with PDO & BP specification for monthly rent & small car with driver.

Contact: 99839898

MV SALE MV SALE Nissan Sunny 2007 automatic owned by expatriate banker.

Original black color, new tyres, new battery. Excellent Condition.

RO1900 negotiable.

Contact 99802780 Nissan Qashqai 2013 Kms 30,000 VGC comprehensive nsurance UAE / Oman.

Contact: 96995430

Toyota Prado 2009 model 6 cylinder 287000 km and land rover 3, 2008 model, 8 cylinder, 49000 km, single owner.

Contact.92875508 Motor bike, Model 2014 (150 -CC) Price 450/- O.R. Contact: 98958944 Camry 2011 single owner Expat 104,000 km. Contact 99105283 / 92829562

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SALES EXECUTIVE

ACCOUNTS

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An Omani Audit firm is seeking audit partner to join the firm, the candidate should be completed any certificate course CIA,CPA, CA, ACC, and 4 years’ experience, interested candidates to submit their CVs to : auditbureau2016@gmail.com

with an experience of 5 years required immediately for a prestigious brand to be launched.

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Shawarma / grill / Salad / Asian Cook. Contact: 95529970

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DOMESTIC HELPER Wanted a house boy for an apartment in Azaiba, full time or part time. Contact : 96103792 House maid for Omani family.

Contact: 99773100

DRIVER Wanted a experience Driver for Capital and Interior work.

Gsm : 942-888-63 Required Omani Driver for a restaurant. Contact 95929911

ENG./TECHNICIAN Wanted 2 yrs experienced CCTV access control Technicians with ITI / Diploma qualified. Candidate locally available with driving license preferred. Send CV at Email : elvjobs2016@gmail.com Required Electrical Engineer (Preferably B.E. degree) having minimum 3 years experience in Estimation, Proposals, Business development and project coordination, required for Electrical EPC projects management. Oman /GCC experience is added advantage. Interested candidates to write to info@amtaeng.com. Contact 99855130.

Required Electrical B.Tech with 5 years of Oman experience & D/L. Electrical with ITI Industrial & MEDC license.

Contact: 99454425

EDUCATION/TRAINING Teachers required B.Sc, B.Ed, BA, B.Ed & Art for Omani Pvt School (North Hail). Send CV : fairozhuded13@gmail.com, Contact : 96653118 Required English, computer and science female Teachers up to grad 4. Contact - 95054916, aa77345@gmail.com. contact time after 5PM

DESIGNER Interior designer needed urgently.

Email: batrading2014@gmail.com

IT Required Shop Sales man + Hardware Technician for IT Company with minimum 2 years experience.

Contact: 98825806 / 98825806, Email: info@rns-group.com

MEDICAL Urgently required GP, Staff Nurse (male) X- Ray Technician, Lab technician. Contact: 94562008/ 99030773 Email: halamedicalgroup@gmail.com Urgently required a lady GP, Staff Nurse & Asst Pharmacist for a well reputed clinic. Candidates with MOH license or prometric pass can apply. Contact 99048170 / 94870029, Email : murtafatmct@yahoo.com Wanted Staff Nurse for a dermatology clinic in Muscat .

Must have MOH license and NOC. Attractive salary offered. Email: clinicvacancy2015@gmail.com GP Doctor (or) MD General Medicine with MOH license required for reputed clinic in Bidiya N. Sharqiya, running on his own or salary basis. Contact 99005452 Required gynecologist GEN: practitioner lady lab Technician and pharmacologist immediately for a clinic in Suwaiq.

Contact 95081010 Email: umchealthcare@gmail.com A medical centre is looking to hire immediately a talented Nurse to join our successful team, required 3 years of experience, Oman prometric, data flow. Send your CV to- issalibi@gmail.com or Whatsapp - 91254820

GP doctor needed for reputed clinic. Preferably with MOH license or with Dataflow & Paramatics pass Contact: 95388934 Care Medical Centre Al Seeb requires Gynecologist and General Practitioner. Mail CV to: sarita_h23@yahoo.com

MANAGER/ SUPERVISOR Catering Company requires: Procurement Managers (7 years with Gulf experience) & Pest Control Supervisor (5 years with Gulf experience), Omani heavy truck (freezer) driver, 5 years experience with PDO license will be preferred. Send CV to: Email: info@rcsoman.com Contact: 95892831 / 99040032

MISCELLANEOUS 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 Furniture & décor co. require Outdoor sales team, immediate joining.

Email: batrading2014@gmail.com 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 experienced Marketing Executive with D/L for a reputed interior design and contracting company. Contact : 91183536 / 98084356 Email: perfectfitouts@gmail.com Required smart, young, dynamic Sales & Marketing Executive having 2-3 years sales experience for a reputed manufacturing company in Oman, having its Head Office in Ruwi. Experience in building materials is an added advantage. Omani Driving License and NOC is a must. Attractive remuneration package.

Apply with photograph to E-mail: salesjobds@gmail.com

SKILLED / UNSKILLED Immediate requirement cast aluminum, Stainless steel, window glass, MS, Factory Site Engineer, Supervisor, Cast Aluminum fabricator, SS fabricator, (Cast Aluminum), Site Worker, Stainless Steel Tig Welder buffing & polisher, Site Supervisor, Cast Aluminum molders. Send CVs to tdnewgates@gmail.com or Wahtsapp 99197060 /98046537 Required Indian Mason – 5 nos., eligibility (minimum 5 yrs experience in road construction field).

Contact: 99882127 Email: georgymv@yahoo.com Sign makers – LED, NEON, Metal, Acrylic, 3D signs & screen printer required urgently. Contact 99350586 Wanted experienced English speaking female Tailor from Philippines for reputed family in Qurum. Contact: 99466062

SITUATION WANTED ADMIN Indian lady, B.Tech + MBA, 3 years experience looking for a suitable job. Contact 91156408/ divyasara16@gmail.com Male, 5 yrs experience, 6 months PDO Oman experience seeks suitable job. Contact 92726423, Email : engr.rabiul@gmail.com 7 yrs EXP Office Admin/HR MCA, BCA,MBA , Oman license NOC available PH : 97086686 B.A with 3 years Gulf experience in Administration seeking for a suitable placement.

Contact : 91851906 Email: shabeerkt24@gmail.com 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 With 15 years of gulf experience in HR- Admin logistics looking for suitable position fluent in Arabic & Eng NOC available. Contact: 95824598 Indian male, 20 years experience in Oman as personal assistant / Executive Office Manager / Executive Secretary / Administration/ business development asst with Omani driving license & valid visa. local release available. Contact 99168054 Indian female with nearly 10 years of experience in Administration and HR , in an oil industry company , seeking for a suitable placement . NOC available.

Contact: 99242841 Filipino HRD especialist / material controller supervisor with 18 yrs experience looking for suitable job in Oman. Contact: (+968) 98037142 / (+968) 92659817

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE Accountant available with NOC, 7 years experience in Oman.

Ready to join immediately.

Contact 98263394

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE Indian (M) B.Com, MBA in Finance, in GCC for 26 Years, well experienced in Accounts & Finance, 4years in L&T, Speaks Arabic, having Driving License & NOC. Contact 95588565 Qualified ACA, ACS, 10 years post Qualification Experience, working in bank, looking for openings in Banks and NBFC. Open to any GCC. Mbl: +968-90788509, Email: kartirevy@gmail.com Indian male, B.Com, MBA in Finance, 4 yrs in Larsen & Tourbo, 26 yrs in Oman, English/ Arabic speaking with driving license.

NOC available. Contact 95588565 Chief / Senior Accountant, having 12 years Oman experience looking for a job NOC / Release with D/L available. Contact: 97385562 Indian male, 26 yrs, ACCA affiliated Graduated in MBA from London, 2 years experience in Accounting, & Auditing field, NOC available. Contact: 93008800 Email: shabadpattarkandy@gmail. com An Audit & finance professional with 4+ years of diversified GCC experience, available for a suitable position. Contact: 91206192 or Email: ahsun.nadeem@live.com for further details.

Accountant B.Com Indian male, 7 years Dubai experience in MNC seeks suitable jobs.

Contact: 94966128 Indian female CA Inter, M.Com, 3 years experience in Audit, seeking suitable jobs. Contact: 94863876 M.B.A Qualified experienced upto finalization looking for suitable placement in accounts.

Contact 99002390 Fresher 25, ACCA Affiliate, Advanced diploma in Accounting and Business seeking suitable placement in Accounts, Finance or Audit with oman driving license.

Contact - 92430152 , Email - raju.rd619@gmail.com 36 Male MBA finance 7 years of exp. NOC available with Oman driving license. Knowledge of Excel tally & quickbooks. Looking for Accounts and Admin position.

Contact 96763275 Email: fazee1980@gmail.com

ACCOUNT. & FINANCE Indian male age 26, Accountant one year experience in accounts looking for suitable job. Contact Email: Anishkhan991867@gmail.

Com Mobile: +968 9565 9415 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 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

ARCH./ INTERIOR DEC.

Indian female M.Com DCA having 10+ years experience in accountant & administration in Oman, with Oman driving license seeking suitable job. Contact: 91609799

Accountant, B.Com, Indian male, 24 yrs, currently on visit visa, seeks suitable placement.

Contact 92406920

Architect Engineer seeking for suitable job, 8 years experience.

GSM : 96075000, Email : haytham_201046@yahoo.com

Indian female 28 yrs B.Com 4 yrs experience in MNC’s currently in Muscat seeking suitable placement in Finance / Admin.

Contact :94743790

Indian female, Asst Manager- Finance having experience in Finance & Admin around 15 yrs in Oman seeks suitable position. NOC available. Contact 94953826 / 92824146

Indian, Kerala Male B.COM & B.PE, Currently on Visit Visa. Looking for a suitable job in Accounts, Store Keeper, Sales etc. Ready to join as early as possible.

Contact: 96988923 email:- sajith3969@gmail.com

Young Pakistani BBA finance professional is looking for entry level job salesman etc.

Contact: 95589058

Part time accounting workers up to finalization, on monthly basis & yearly finalization works.

Contact : 96247295 Indian Keralite, B.Com, male 25 yrs, 1.5 yrs exp.,looking for suitable job in Muscat currently on visiting visa. Contact: 90931930 Email: shijin.p450@gmail.com 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 28/male/MBA - finance/B.Com Accountant with 4 years of Dubai/ India experience looking for a suitable placement.#90187483 shobinkarikkan1987@gmail.com

Accountant & sales & marketing.

Contact: 99730968 / 90696269 IND female 12 years exp in Banking, insurance customer service secretarial skills analysis communication, client handling, coordination, Team handling, qualification, M.Com looking suitable position current visit visa.

Contact: 95166496 Accounts part time services available to handle all accounts up to finalization on monthly basis.

Finalization and audit works.

Contact: 96247295 Finance Manager 16 years experienced chartered accountant ( Sri Lankan) looking for a suitable post. NOC available.

Contact: 92194926 Email: manomuscat@gmail.com

Looking for driving job, 8 yrs exp in Oman. Contact: 92005819 Looking for driving job, 8 yrs exp in Oman. Contact: 99465319 Light duty driver looking for job.

Contact: 94291571 / 95576051 Driving with car, 5 years experience English, Hindi & Arabic.

Contact: 95037759

5 years experience (PDO) heavy D/L seeking job as Driver.

Contact: 92894571

Pakistani male, with D/L Diploma in Architectural experience, 3 yrs in Pakistan. Contact 96364344

Indian male, 25 years - MBA Finance (fresh) on Visit Visa seeking suitable placement. Contact: 97279816.

E-mail: riyadr185@gmail.com

Pakistani Light Driver, looking Job 97986787

ACCA member with 6 yrs of experience in Oman looking for a suitable job in finance. Contact 99284193

Indian/MBA/male Chief Accountant 18Yrs Experience, MIS, C.Flow, Budgeting, ERP, Cost accounting &Liasing with auditors. NOC available.

Contact: 92254691/97826674 email: khader2305@gmail.com

7 Years experience as Financial Analyst, MBA in finance. Responsibilities- research contributor, financial statement analysis, generating MIS & efficiency report, managing TAT, business & clients.

On visit visa in Muscat.

Contact- 90191628 / 96175780

DRIVER

Available light driver 1 year experience. Contact: 91209086

Junior Architect, female from NIT, looking for suitable placement.

Contact 92705130

Accountant B.Com Indian male 10 yrs experience in Oman with D/L & NOC, local change available specialized in tally ERP9 & Focus up to finalization. Contact: 99622639

Web/Graphic designer with 4 years experience currently on visit looking for a suitable placement .

98752347 / 95933878.

Accountant 8Years Experience with D/L and NOC. Contact: 97712084

Indian male Accountant, 2.5 yrs exp in Oman, NOC available with valid D/L. Contact 98870112

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

DESIGNER

Architect female 5 years experience seeking job. Contact: 96146645 Email: anjuovil@gmail.com

DOMESTIC HELPER

Bangladeshi Driver need job.

Contact: 91018098 Looking for driving job with Car. Contact : 93650209 Looking for driving job.

Contact: 95396905 Indian light driver need job.

Contact: 91254539 One year exp. driver.

Contact: 97309141 Light driver. Contact: 96252524 Driver job needed.

Contact: 94435912 Male driver exp. 1 year.

Contact 96938315 / 91895932

Housemaid, Indian female looking for full time job. Contact: 95799643

Looking for driving job.

Contact: 94706179

DESIGNER/DRAUGHTSMAN

Looking for driving job light 2 years exp.

Contact: 91625977

Autocad works / Boq. freelance / part time, exp team in Civil, MEP, HVAC, 2d, 3d, interior. Contact : 97103168 AutoCAD Draughtsman on visit visa looking for suitable placement, 2 years experience in 2D & 3DS MAX designer (Civil Engineering). Contact: 95430420 Autocad D Man, diploma civil knows 2D ARCH, STRUCTURAL, 3D now in visit visa ph : 93837973 Interior Designer 3 years experience, visit visa. Contact: 94957404 Email: midunmv@gmail.com Architectural Interior Draftsman seeking job. Contact: 95516807 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.

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 Mathematics Lecturer , Indian Female, M Sc Mathematics from a Prestigious University, B.Ed qualified, distinction holder with 7 yrs teaching experience in colleges.

Contact: 91360147.

Mathematics Lecturer , Indian Female, M Sc Mathematics from a Prestigious University, B.Ed qualified, distinction holder with 7 yrs teaching experience in colleges.

Contact: 91360147.

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

ENGG. / TECH./MECH. Construction Machinery repairs Engineer, 5 years, driving license, Contact - 94001961

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DAILY GUIDE SITUATION WANTED Electrical Engineer (B.Tech),

Indian male MBA

PROJECT MANAGER,

Indian Male MBA (UK),

Finance & Marketing 26 yrs having 1.9 years of experience in Finance & Marketing Contact: 95206140/ 96992013

B.Tech, MBA, PRINCE-2, British Citizen now available with NOC in OMAN. 25 yrs. exp in EPC Project Management of Oil & Gas, Pipelines, Refineries & Power Plants. Seeking job immediately/

Contact -

having 7 yrs of Gulf experience, expertise in Project Management, planning, construction activities, testing & commissioning of electrical systems, presently on visit visa, seeks job in Muscat.

9 years experience in Dubai/London/ Mumbai in Management Consulting, Sales & Marketing, Business Development for Real Estate/Banking seeks similar placement with D/L.

97281023 / 90631567

Contact 91228167

bonnythomas007@gmail.com

Administrator, 30 yrs experience as Office Manager Project Executive Secretary, document Controller, Commercial Officer with driving license on release.

Email:

ENGG. / TECH./MECH. 16 yrs Oman experienced HSE professional mainly in construction field is looking for a position in the post of Asst. HSE Manager / Snr. HSE Advisor. Contact 99886507, on Visit Visa, NOC available & ready to join immediately 25 yrs, male, B.Tech, EEE, 3 yrs experience on visit visa, seeking for a good opportunity.

Contact 91743987, kelvinsimon1991@gmail.com

Syrian Architectural Engineer 10 years experience in the field of Engineering consulting firms & major contracting companies in Abu Dhabi, very good knowledge of AutoCAD, Max Photoshop & customers in interview experience in supervision & implementation.

Contact: 93705069 AutoCAD Draughtsman with 7 years experience in Oman in Civil & MEP with D/L & NOC. Contact: 97059394 Email: anilsunny1986@gmail.com

30 years, Indian male Electrical Engineer having 7 years work experience & having UAE driving license seeks suitable position in projects. Contact: Ajay Haridas Mobile: +971528254782/

Indian male Civil Engineer 1.6 yrs exp, having Omani D/L, looking for suitable position. NOC available.

Contact – 92157694 / mohammedamair.bin@gmail.com

Seeking suitable job male 33 years Expat over 13 years experience with PDO as Project Services Engineer Omani driving license NOC Available. Contact: 92734174

Quick Solution in Civil construction field planning, Estimation on primavera P6 / MS Project & prepare BOQ/ MAS List. Contact: 94194399 Email: saashibly@gmail.com

Indian Male, B-Tech Mechanical, Total 5 years exp. in Oil & Gas field with 2 year exp. in PDO project in Oman, available on Visit Visa, Contact GSM 91468437, Email:- remith.pr@gmail.com

Indian male Civil Engineer 12 years experience looking for suitable placement having DL / NOC. Contact: 94194399 Email: saashibly@gmail.com

Professional Civil Engineer, 26 yrs experienced in Contractor & Consultancy, Management & Supervision Gulf included with N.O.C & License. Contact: 92668679 + Sudanese Civil Engineer Diploma (3 years), 12 years experience, 7 years in Oman experience in tendering site works & QS & D/L with NOC looking for a suitable position.

Contact: 98921723

Experienced mechanical Engineer (B.Tech), looking for suitable placement. Contact: 99576846 Diploma in Mechanical Engg, 10 years exp in steel fabrication site work with valid Oman driving license. Contact: 94696192 Civil Engineer diploma, 4 yrs exp seeks suitable position in a reputed company. NOC available.

Contact 96789711

B.E Mechanical Engineer, age 24 with almost 1 year experience as Production Shift Engineer, has achieved training on HVAC Engineering design and has good hands on software like AutoCAD and HAP.Currently in Oman on a visit visa, looking for a suitable placement.Contact: 95065955 email: mjs.jazeb@gmail.com 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 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 92157694. E-mail: mohammedamair.bin@gmail.com 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 Indian male, Mechanical Engineer having 1year experience, on visit visa looking for suitable job. Contact:97416564, Email:jovinmathias@gmail.com

Civil Engineer (B. Tech), Indian female 23 years with experience in Architectural designing, interior & exterior designing, experience in AutoCAD, 2D, Revit position. Available in Sultanate of Oman.

Contact: 91316940 Email: nimishacherian24@gmail.com

Civil Engineer, 1 year experience seeks job. Contact: 92241416

Electrical Engineer (B.SC) with 1 year experience currently seeking job on 3 month visit.

Contact: 91791568

Electronics & instrumentation Engineer young Indian engineer looking for suitable opening in Oman. Contact : 97952346, Email: sarath24592@gmail.com

Degree Indian male FMCG working 2 yrs at Dubai, Mobile repairing, 2 yrs at India D/L. Contact: 95797971 / 90214432 Email: nihuaz888@gmail.com

Electrical Engineer, Indian Male, 23yrs Gulf Exp in Oil&Gas,10yrs Chief Electrician on land rig in Oman, holding transferable Visa, Oman DL, GSM: 98284583, email:vjohnkaleekal@yahoo.com

Civil Engineer 6 years experience on supervising, Designing, QC, QS, planning and managing using Engineering software.

Contact 90719263

Electrical Engineer Indian with 4 years experience presently in Oman family visit visa.

Contact: +968 – 90921140 Email: zsebinz@gmail.com

Indian male (B.TECH) (Electrical & Electronics Engineer) currently On Visit Visa. Contact 90793431

Pakistani male Diploma Civil Engineer 4yrs exp in Oman bulling & mega projects, valid license Oman. Contact: 98921022

Iraqi Civil Engineer 25 years experience in governments building and construction projects resident in Oman. speak And write English Contact: 98930502.

Email: aminaloraiby@gmail.com Pakistani male, 29 yrs, DAE, Civil Engineer, 7 yrs experience with D/L seeks suitable placement.

Contact 97187214, Email : mohammadsaqlain227@gmail.com Indian male, B.Tech, MBA, 8+ yrs of experience in Project Management team handling requires job at manager level with driving license in Oman. Contact 91360621 B.Sc Civil Engineer, 7 yrs Gulf experience having GCC D/L seeking for suitable replacement, local release available.

Contact 99534085, email: alhamyabi786@gmail.com SSLC plus two Draughtsman Civil NCVT (ITI) 2 yrs experience in Civil AutoCAD drawing, Diploma in interior designing, AutoCAD (Civil Drawing) shop & data drawing civil 3 DS Max & V Ray, Google sketch up & V Ray, Adobe Photoshop. Contact: 91398747 A Sudanese Mechanical Engineer Graduate of Malaysia experienced in oil & gas as well as petro chemical projects. Fluent in both English & Arabic, valid Oman driving license. NOC is available.

Contact 95569340 HSE officer 3 yrs Dubai well exp requires job in a well reputed company. Contact : 97995702 / 94532131.

Email: jaseerhse@gmail.com Fire safety officer, diploma fire & safety, nebosh, osha, iti, experienced PH :99278335 Mechanical Engineer (B.Tech) Indian male with 1 year experience on visit visa looking for job, Qualifications in QA, QC, Piping & HVAC. Contact: 90510800 Email: muhammedjaseem07@gmail.com

Constructions Engineer (Architect) 7 years experience in Oman, Projects Coordinator technical office & site Supervision, quantity surveying having Omani driving license. Contact: 97164819 Indian male, 25 years (Diploma Civil Engineer), having 3 years Indian experience (fresh in Oman) seeking jobs in Oman, well experience with AutoCAD, 3rds Max, revit etc. Contact: 00919746443745 C/O 92861980 (Relative) Electronics Communication Engineering Indian on visit visa 4 years, 8 months experience in India Networking Installation Commissioning, database, administration seeking suitable post.

Contact: 92924555 Email: rahulchittoor@gmail.com Manager position needed - Indian male Mechanical Engineer with MBA having 20 years experience in wood working industry as a Manager. Contact: 94304757 Email: sonaimuthum@gmail.com Civil Engineer (B.Tech) with 10 years experience in Oman as a Project Engineer for public & private sector projects seeking suitable position, having valid driving license.

NOC available. # 95992820 Email: sumeshcsss@gmail.com Indian male, 25 yrs Mechanical Engineer 5 years experience in power & petro chemicals sector looking for suitable placement on visit visa. Contact: 90807760 Email: ramizshk@gmail.com Mechanical Engineer have 3 years experience in air conditioning (HVAC), fire fighting system.

Contact: 94906447 / 96654019 B.Tech Engineer with 6 years experience & expert in AutoCAD, PDMS & other, 3D software’s (NOC Available) Contact: 93735166 Email: remisashraf@gmail.com

Civil Engineer (Indian male) 5 years experience in Oman with valid Omani driving license & NOC looking for suitable opportunity.

Contact: 93101283 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 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 Electrical & Electronics Engr, knows autocad & revit.

PH: 93837973 Electrical Engineer: Indian male 30 years, having 5 years of experience in industrial automation & utility maintenance in Indian, holding valid Oman D/L. Contact: 92789995 Email: akhilabrahamlktr@gmail.com Site Supervisor, Diploma in Civil Engg (cert attested) knows autocad revit, salary exp: 250 Ph : 92279784 Indian male, Structural Engineer looking for job in structural design field. Having 6 years of experience in design field. Residing in Muscat. Contact: 91176187 Email: syam036@gmail.com Civil Engineer, young Indian having almost 2 years experience looking for a challenging position seeks suitable position in Oman/ GCC. Please contact 92718490, Email ID: uvais.pk82@gmail.com

Contact- 00968-94731728/ josececy25@gmail.com

Contact: 95168205

MISCELLANEOUS

SALES / MARKETING

Civil Engineer 8 years experience in Oman as a project engineer for governmental & private projects.

Contact – 90164912

Indian IT professional with dependent resident visa looking for work from Home job Contact : tejoman74@gmail.com

Young Indian, Engineering in Bio-technology, Bio-chemical and Chemical, looking for a challenging placement in Oman.

Contact 97607000. Email: sivasankarjayakumar@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. Hard working w/ good computer and communication skill. GSM: 97761075

Resident in Oman 18 years, 10 years experience in setup marketing plans and strategies, sales, import & logistics, procurement, Omani government tenders, organizing projects & events, import fireworks for festivals, NOC available, have car. Contact 94123939.

Email: 002015r@gmail.com

Mechanical Engineer (B.Tech) Indian male with 2 year experience, AREA OF INTEREST Work on Oil Rigs, Work as an QA/QC inspector, Ultrasonic testing, Radiographic testing. Contact: +91 9567526566 Email: adujohnson10@gmail.com

Indian Female, 28 Years - MSc Microbiology, Quality checking food industry, Looking for suitable job.

Contact 98170510 Email: lasyapriyaprasanth@gmail.com

Quantity surveyor (B.E Civil) 5+ years experience in buildings and mosque N.O.C available ready to join immediately. Contact: +97826597 / +919171430681 Email: sai.praba.777@gmail.com

Filipino Graphic Designer / I.T. looking for a suitable job with 10 years experience. Very good in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Photography, Knowledge in CCTV & Access Controls. Pls. Call 95098512.

Indian male 24 ,B.E ( E.C.E ) graduate with 3 years of experience in the fields of BMS and Low current systems and has good knowledge about Electronic Security Systems, currently working in Oman, NOC Available. Contact:94737033/ mohdmuhafez45@gmail.com

Indian male, 28, post graduate, 6+ yrs exp in Oman in sales (back office) & credit control with valid Oman D/L looking for suitable lacements. NOC available.

Contact: 92066 523

Civil Engineer 8 years experience, Driving license, NOC, 98078095.

HOSPITALITY Indian male 31yrs old with hotel management degree, 3 yrs experience in F&B services at 5 star hotel Dubai, 05 yrs in American 06 star cruiseliner has butler. Has Oman driving license. Contact 99859150.

HR Supervisor, Hotel Industry seeks placement. Contact 96152305 Indian male Diploma in Hotel Management with 16 years of experience (F & B Service) in GCC & India, expert in Crafting new outlet, having Omani D/L seeking suitable placement. Contact: 92100141 /92221956

IT Indian Male, MCA Graduate, 15 yrs exp in ERP, CSM Certified, seeking suitable role.NOC Available. Contact : GSM : 90189284 Email: meetlibran@gmail.com Indian female M.Sc Computer Science seeking suitable placement in Muscat area.

Contact 98660672 Indian male 4 years experience in IT as Programmer / Web Support/ CCNA/ Network on visit visa seeking placement.

Contact: 93069694 Email: mrabrar14@gmail.com IT Support Engineer, Exp 3 years in Oman 2 years in India.

Contact: 94672759

MEDICAL Iraqi Dentist female, MOH license seeks suitable job in clinic in Muscat. Contact 92648557 Indian female, 2 yrs experience in India with Oman prometric, got 64% seeking Staff Nurse job.

Contact 91451935 Indian male Dentist with prometric pass good experience in cosmetic & prosthodontic treatment currently available in Muscat.

Contact: 92534912 / 99875346 Email: ahamed.harys@gmail.com

Sudanese male bachelor geology and mining with 3 years experience in MUD logging and training in soil investigation.

Contact: 92956848 BS in Electrical Engineering, Experience: 5 years(Power Plants).

Contact: 92475206 Email: zahaibzafar007@gmail.com

MANAGER/ SUPERVISOR Chief Accountant/Finance Manager – Indian male, CA Finalist, having 20 years’ experience in Finance, Accounts, Audit, Finalization of Accounts, preparation of Project Reports etc., looking for immediate placement.

12 yrs. in Oman in Construction and Consultancy co., have Omani D/L, knows Tally. Contact 94041048, email: jobmuscat49@gmail.com Indian, 58 yrs, 7 yrs experience in real estate building supervising, hiring rental with driving license.

Contact 95174004 Male -44 ,CIM (UK )/MBA, qualified business manager experience in setting up strategic business,3 experience in Oman FMCG sector and 10 years in GCC looking for a suitable managerial position .NOC and driving license available .Contact -99160550 Indian 58 yrs, 7 years experience in Real Estate building supervising hiring, rental with driving license.

Contact: 95174004 CEO, CEO Assistant looking for senior management position with more than 25 yrs Business developing experience marketing business planning U.S.A , Africa , Kazakhstan , Saudi & Qatar MBA , TEXU AYM University. Contact: 92010247

SALES / MARKETING MBA Sales marketing 4 years experience seeking suitable jobs.

Contact: 968 71101240 Email: adilshah.muscat@gmail.com Indian male, 8 years experience procurement and coordinator, NOC available having driving license.

Contact: 90978547 Indian male- sales representative with 15 years experience in Oman and Dubai and valid Oman driving license NOC or release available.

Contact 95396796

MISCELLANEOUS

Indian male, 36 yrs, Diploma, 8 yrs Oman experience in outdoor sales Executive with valid Oman D/L, release or NOC available, current visa will expire on August 2016, seeks suitable placement to get before expiry visa period.

Contact 96361272, Email : naveenkilanam@gmail.com

Indian Female, 25 Years - MSc Biotechnology, 1yr exp. in Clinical Microbiology & 6 months working exp. in international crop reserch institute of semi arid crops (ICRISAT) Looking for suitable job.

Contact 92619048, Email: anusreeg1991@gmail.com

Indian Male, 26 M.Com with 4 yrs of Experience in Accounting & Administration in a Financial Company in India, seeks suitable job, Currently in India.

Contact India:-+918907212253 Akhil:-93626288, Email: Sumeshpsmkr1989@gmail.com

Veterinary Doctor: Indian Female looking for a suitable placement.

Contact: 96906534 / 99014885, Email: monishmajeed@gmail.com

U.S. National, 10 yrs experience in customer service, fluent in English, Bachelors degree in Business Admin, Management, MS Office, word, excel, typing with driving license seeks suitable placement.

Contact 98038438, Email: baloch86@gmail.com Indian male 26 years of experience of sales & marketing in surgical and laboratory equipments.

Looking for good replacement.

Contact – 92015894 / 95774854 MBA male, 14 yrs Oman experience in Sales Marketing with driving license looking for suitable position, release NOC available.

Contact 91437484, shahedbaig@outlook.com Indian female, 12 yrs experience in International Call Center & customer service, seeking suitable placement. Contact 90955157 Qualified & experienced MBA with 6 yrs of work experience in General trading import export & logistics in Oman & Indonesia presently on visit visa looking for suitable job in Muscat, preference FMCG. Contact 91544858, holding Oman driving license.

Contact 91544858 Indian female, BBA Graduate, pursuing MBA, seeking for placement in any corporate firm, job profile related to marketing, advertising, retail & branding, valid D/L. Contact 97907311 Filipino female 33 years, 8 years experience in retail sales, local release available looking for suitable job. Contact: 96974183 Email: sherylcureg30@gmail.com Sudanese Business Development Manager 15 years experience in Oman market (Import / Export, tenders, developing business, marketing), good communication skills (bilingual) commercial relations inside and overseas.

Contact: 93695424 Email: mhdamin2003@gmail.com Indian male BHM from IRELAND with 7 years of experience, 5 years of experience in Europe in one of busiest as a Senior Asst Manager in QSR Industry (India) looking for the best opportunity. Contact no in Oman: 00968 – 99421031 Email: smithramesh813@gamil.com Indian male 1 yr exp in sales automotive (TBL) looking for best opportunity , NOC available.

Contact: 97793879 Email: shyampkn@gmail.com B.B.A Graduate/Sales & Marketing Executive/3years Exp./Valid Omani License/Available Immediate . Contact-94122944, Email: raashidjabirm@gmail.com Sales and Marketing Indian National with valid driving license, 15 years experience in frozen foods, looking suitable placement, N.O.C Available. Contact: 90650020 Indian male - Sales Representative with 7 years experience and valid Oman driving license, NOC or release available. Contact 99695780 Indian male Graduate with 18 years of Marketing experience presently in Oman on family visit visa, looking for best opportunity.

Contact: 96168687 Email: dhibupaul@gmail.com Indian Male, MBA marketing 5 yrs exp. in sales & 4 yrs in FMCG sector, looking for best opportunity.

NOC available. Contact: 96001877 Indian female 29 years Post Graduate with computer Knowledge 2 years of Oman experience in coordinator & 5 years of experience in customer service, client relation officer with excellent communication skill seeks suitable placement. Contact: 95337665

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SITUATION WANTED SALES / MARKETING Sales Executive 5 years experience valid Oman license, MBA, local release available. Contact: 96796590 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

SECRETARIAL & OFFICE Lady Secretary / Sales Co-coordinator 12 years experience in Oman in reputed companies, seek immediate Employment. Call: 95244761 Looking for part time job Secretarial / Data Entry / Documentation available every day after 5:00 pm Friday / Saturday full day area preferred Ruwi/ CBD/ MBD / Al Khuwair. Contact: 90414827

TOURS & TRAVELS Young, female, diploma in aviation, hospitality, travel management, with family visit visa, seeks suitable placement with employment visa in airlines / hospitality / administration & in any company.

Gsm 9092-1438 Indian male,23 years, BBA in Aviation operation and Internship from Air India SATS, as a lead assistant at Delhi Airport- Asiana Airlines also having sales & business development experience.

Now on visit visa. Looking for a suitable placement.

Contact: 98381814.

MISCELLANEOUS Graduate (C.M.A & B.Com) having 4 yrs experience in U.A.E & Pakistan in accounts/ Audit now in Oman immediate available. Cell # 94973273 (call & Whatsaap) Sr Project Engineer, 30 Years, Mechanical, 8 Yrs. experience in Oman & Qatar, Qatar Petroleum approved, Experienced in EPIC Projects Tanks, Vessels, Piping, Steel structures. Ph-00974 66772193, Mail: snu057@gmail.com Driver with car available.

Contact : 90139903 Looking for Land surveyor job 5 years experience in Oman fully know autocad GPS and latest total station instruments NOC available:+96894144052 wasifnaz313@Yahoo.com Well-qualified Indian Female with 8 years Oman experience in Procurement Supply Chain from reputed Companies in Oman seeks placement, contact – 95423692 MECHANICAL/PRODUCTION ENGINEER, 3 years’ experience in production industry, B tech in Mech engg, Proficiency in AutoCAD, Primavera certified, Contact arn9895@gmail.com, Mob 00919895233155 B.E Mining Engineer and also did NEBOSH (IGC), Fire and Safety (HABC) First Aid.3 year of Gulf experience looking for job. Available to join respective firm.

Contact 94618504 Chief Accountant , 7 years experienced (out of 25 years experience in accounts) worked in reputed group companies. Currently procuring MBA finance and having Omani Driving License seeks suitable openings from reputed companies. Contact 98803439 / 97413784

MISCELLANEOUS B.E Engineer and also did NEBOSH (IGC), Fire and Safety (HABC) First Aid.3 year of Gulf experience As a Safety Engineer looking for job.

Available to join respective firm.

Contact 94618504 Indian Male, 26 years, 3 Years’ experience in Projects of Tanks, Boilers and Steel structures Aware of int. Standards, B tech in Mech engg. Contact- 00917350860889 rahulkunnath23@gmail.com Civil Engineer (B-tech) Indian male 1+ years experience in high rise building (G+21) site Engineer, experience in QC ,QS, and surveying looking for a job (NOC) available. Contact : 90924737 / 97470742 Email: kannanknply92@gmail.com

B.E Engineer and also did NEBOSH (IGC), Fire and Safety (HABC) First Aid.3 year of Gulf experience As a Safety Engineer looking for job.

Available to join respective firm.

Contact # 94618504 , Email: shan37yousfani@gmail.com 2 years experience looking for a job accounts / logistics field on visit visa. Contact: 93884951 Diploma in Civil Engineering, B. Tech in Civil engineering from Kurukshetra university, persuing M. Tech Structural Engineering distance mode from Kurukshetra University, more than 07 years experience. Contact : +96891431483 email : mohsinyousuf86@rediffmail.com

INDIAN FEMALE 28 yrs, M.Sc B.ed Science, Experience 2Years In Teaching In India, seeking suitable Job. Contact 0091 9676814123, Email;bbroshini53@gmail.com

Civil Engineer, B.E 26 years, 4 yrs experience GCC, 6 years Singapore in roads, buildings, infrastructure have employment visa, release available. Contact: 94786687 Email: shasha9292@gmail.com / asad3248@gmail.com

Civil Engineer (B-tech) Indian male 1+ years experience in high rise building (G+21) site Engineer, experience in QC ,QS, and surveying looking for a job(NOC) available contact :90924737 / 97470742 Email: kannanknply92@gmail.com

4 years experience in officer coordinator & Sales Executive looking for suitable placement, NOC and Oman driving license available.

Contact: 98215753 / 92392646, thankansam@gmail.com

B.E Engineer and also did NEBOSH (IGC), Fire and Safety (HABC) First Aid.3 year of Gulf experience As a Safety Engineer looking for job.

Available to join respective firm.

Contact number# 94618504, Email: shan37yousfani@gmail.com Electrical Engineer, Indian male 4 years of experience in India / Oman. NOC available Looking for job in electrical field, Having good academic records and good communication skill. GSM: 94579857 Email: zahirpb@gmail.com MBA in HR & Finance with 2 years experience in HR seeking for a suitable post, presently in family joining visa. Contact : 9058 7631 Iraqi Civil Engineer 25 years experience in governments building and construction projects resident in Oman. speak And write English Contact: 98930502.

Email: aminaloraiby@gmail.com Airfreight/logistics Manager, male 35, MBA, Indian, 5 years experience in Oman seeks job.

Contact- 0091-9526166169 / 99630159, E mail - bijoabyjohns@yahoo.co.in B.E(Mechanical) 12years industrial sales one year Muscat experience, presently in India , Immediately ready to join ,Mobile no :917338899372 , email id : ganesh2008sep@gmail.com Indian male 25, Graduate in commerce (B.com) having 4 years of experience in Office Administration (admin) looking for a suitable placement presently on a visit visa.

Contact : 97939084 / 97351786, E-mail : mohammednsr126@gmail.com Airfreight/logistics Manager, male 35, MBA, Indian, 5 years experience in Oman seeks job.

Contact- 0091-9526166169 / 99630159 , e mail - bijoabyjohns@yahoo.co.in Indian male 25, Graduate in commerce (B.com) having 2 years of experience in purchase (supply chain management) looking for a suitable placement presently on a visit visa. Contact : 97939084 / 97351786, E-mail : mohammednsr126@gmail.com

Civil Engineer 5 years experience in Oman / India as Quantity Surveyor for mosque & building (N.O.C) Contact: 97826597 Email: sai.praba.777@gmail.com Indian P.G , DCA need job.

Contact: 94829545 Indian male need part time job.

Contact : 90169048 3 years experience in production industry, B tech in Mech engg, Proficiency in AutoCAD, Primavera certified. Contact arn9895@gmail. com, Mob 00919895233155 Purchase & store experienced 8 years in Oman Construction company Indian male 47 years looking for suitable job, NOC release, Oman driving license available.

Contact: 98456535 / 93996983 Building foreman, Experience : More than 20 years with 12 years in Saudi Arabia 4 years in Oman and 4 years in Pakistan with D/L. Contact : 968 94153911, Email : iqbalsaleem10777@gmail.com Indian male 6 years exp as Sales Executive with valid Oman driving license, languages known Hindi and English, looking for any good job. Contact 95642297 Indian male, 26 years, 3 Years’ experience in Projects of Tanks, Boilers and Steel structures Aware of int. Standards, B tech in Mech engg. Contactrahulkunnath23@gmail.com, Mob-00917350860889 Indian male, 28 YEARS Msc Bed Chemistry 2 years, experience In Teaching In India seeking suitable Job. Mob No-00919505671750, Email;bbroshini53@gmail.com Indian Female 10 years exp as cook in Oman, South Indian & Gujarati special .looking for job, Contact 95795971 Indian male part time Accountant looking for a job.

Contact 96761026 Email: mehreenraiz@gmail.com Electrical Foreman, 25 years’ experience, Indian male currently in Oman looking for suitable position.

Gsm – 96718013, Email : manikandan1196@gmail.com

SITUATION WANTED MISCELLANEOUS Regin accountant, male Indian, 2 years of experience doing accounts in tally and excel searching for suitable job. GSM no: 7373387282 E mail: regin1690@gmail.com

Indian female 23 Oracle ERP technical consultant 2+exp skills: oaf, forms & reports, bipublisher email: ramyaoracleapps02@gmail. com, Contact: 91156571

Heavy Driver available with Oman Driving License.Contact: 94190541

Sr Project Engineer, 30 Years, Mechanical, 8 Yrs. experience in Oman & Qatar, Qatar Petroleum approved, Experienced in EPIC Projects Tanks, Vessels, Piping, Steel structures. Ph-00974 66772193 Mail: snu057@gmail.com.

B.E Engineer and also did NEBOSH (IGC), Fire and Safety (HABC) First Aid.3 year of Gulf experience As a Safety Engineer looking for job.

Available to join respective firm.

Contact number# 94618504Email: shan37yousfani@gmail.com Sr Project Engineer, 30 Years, Mechanical, 8 Yrs. experience in Oman & Qatar, Qatar Petroleum approved, Experienced in EPIC Projects Tanks, Vessels, Piping, Steel structures. Ph-00974 66772193 Mail;snu057@gmail.comIndian male 25, Graduate in commerce (B.com) having 2 years of experience in Sales & Marketing looking for a suitable placement presently on a visit visa. Contact: 97939084 / 97351786, mailmohammednsr126@gmail.com Male, Electrical Engineer, 4 years of experience in India /Oman. NOC available. Contact Mob: 94579857, Email: zahirpb@gmail.com, Indian Male, 22, Diploma in Automobile Engineering (DC), Experience In Restaurant Management and in sales looking for suitable position. Contact: 90801420, Email: anwaar223969@gmail.com MECHANICAL/PRODUCTION ENGINEER, 3 years’ experience in production industry, B tech in Mech engg, Proficiency in AutoCAD, Primavera certified, Contact arn9895@gmail.com, Mob 00919895233155 Mathematics Lecturer Indian Female, M. Phil in Mathematics with 5 years of experience in school and colleges. Now in Oman on Visit Visa. Contact- 92119428, 96714746 Indian male, 24 yrs Civil Engineering Graduate, on visit visa looking for a suitable placement.

Contact: 92724814

MECHANICAL ENGINEER, Indian Male, 26 years, 3 Years’ experience in Projects of Tanks, Boilers and Steel structures Aware of int.

Standards, B.Tech in Mech engg.

Contact-rahulkunnath23@gmail. com, Mob-00917350860889 4 Years experience as Electronics Service Engineer. Knowledge in all type of Electronics items, looking for suitable placement.

GSM- 99105043 Female Architect on visiting visa, two years’ experience, graduated from School of Planning and Architecture (under MHRD). Proficient in AutoCAD, Google Sketchup and creative visualization. Email saatvika.frozenmusic@gmail.com.

Contact 00968-94057427.

Indian male 33 yrs, MBA-HR, worked on Recruitments, Training, OD, PMS, Site-HR, Omanisation and development plans of nationals ,10.yrs exp. seeking a job.NOC avl.

Contact 94179499 saiprasad_18@yahoo.com INDIAN male, 33 yrs, BSC Chemistry 8years, experience as Medical Representative In Zydus company in India, seeking suitable Job. Contact -00919505671750, Email; bbroshini53@gmail.com Indian Male B-Com graduate 2 year experience in various Fields Valid Oman Driving License.

Looking for any suitable post.

Please contact: 94409500 Electrical Foreman, 25 years experience, Indian male currently in Oman looking for suitable position.

Gsm – 96718013 Email: manikandan1196@gmail.com

Electronic Systems Engineer (UK Graduate) with skills in Robotics, Programming Languages, IC, PCB Design seeking suitable position.

Indian female on Visit Visa.

Contact: 97848075 s.dinesh1508@gmail.com Indian male, Civil Engineer (Diploma) having 5Year exp. in oman both construction &Consultancy with valid oman D/L, seeking suitable job. Contact: 96057857, Email Id: srsakku&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 Mechanical Engineer 3 years of experience in HVAC mechanical engineer one year experience in Auto Cad B.E (mechanical engineering) revit mep, auto cad, stcw, huet.mobile: +97430384909 email: kijomonc@gmail.com Indian Male 24 years, HSE , 3 years Experienced as WELDING SUPERVISOR, PIPE FITTER, NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST, ASNT-NDT level II, per SNT-TC-LA (Radiographic Testing (RT)Penetrate testing (PT) Magnetic Particle Testing(MT)Ultrasonic Testing (UT)RTFI, looking for a suitable job. Contact 99334770 Fire & Safety Technician, 22 Years old, Indian expatriate seeking for a suitable placement. 2 years of experience. Ready for immediate joining. Please Contact : +968-97682273, Email: maniavbah555@gmail.com Indian female 23 ORACLE ERP Technical consultant 2+exp skills: oaf, forms reports and bipublisher.

Contact - 91156571 email: ramyaoracleapps02@gmail.com Indian Male 30 year GCC driving license and past experience as project coordinator looking for a suitable position. Project coordination, Sales executive, marketing executive or any other suitable post. Contact -97070427

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SITUATION WANTED SIT.WANTED Indian Male, B.Com + Dip. Logistics 2year experience looking for a job in Accounts/Logistics Field. Presently on Visit Visa #93884951 Email:mehreenraiz@gmail.com Indian male 25 years- BE- Computer Engineer with CISA and CCNA, having 3 years work experience in Oman, valid Omani driving license, seeking for suitable placement in IT companies or Audit companies for IT Audit job, NOC can be obtained.

Contact:99253011 4years and 7months experienced Female seeking job related to Office Job, Data Entry and Desktop Administration. Completed diploma in Computer Science.

Contact: 94653264 Master in Aeronautical engineering (PhD) having 4 years experience. Seeking job in universities, colleges, schools and industries. # 98259462, binoaero87@gmail.com Master in Aeronautical Engineering (PhD) having 4 years experience. Seeking job in universities, colleges, schools and industries.

Contact 98259462 binoaero87@gmail.com Qualified banking & Accounts management profesional seeking suitable job opportunities. Currently working in India with ICIC Bank. Email: sheemoljohn@rediffmail.com Contact# 919755550181 Indian Male, 22, Experienced, Looking for job in sales (no DL).

Contact: 90801420; Email: anwaar223969@gmail.com Part- Time Accountant, well experience senior accountant, doing all type of accounting works, Finalization, Budgeting available.

Contact: 98803439 Indian Driver, with Oman driving license having 10 years experience in Oman, looking for suitable positions. Contact-91519047 Indian male 21, Graduate in commerce (B.com ) having 2 years of experience in cash counter (National trading & spare parts)looking for a suitable placement on a visit visa. Contact 95919647, 94245753/ uzairzain786@gmail.com Project Engineer, Mechanical Indian Male, 26 years 3 Years experience in Projects of Tanks, Boilers and Steel structures Aware of int. Standards B.Tech in Mech engg Contact-rahulkunnath23@ gmail.com Mob-00917350860889 25, Indian female (BCA- Computer Application). 1yr experience as teacher and graphic designer.

Knowledge in Photoshop, illustrator, in design. Looking for suitable job in office administration, teaching and graphic designing.

Contact - 98426509 Filipino Cabin steward / Linen vallet is looking for suitable job in Oman. Contact: +968 91065438 or email: blonglive@gmail.com

Indian male Administrative officer Four years experience in same field. Well known MS office tools, Specialization in handling back office operations, inter office correspondence, confidential mails, Quotations, Monthly billing.

Searching for suitable job in Oman.

Contact: +91 9750572088/ E-mail id: vijaypmk99@gmail.com Indian male network cabling technician (19-years gulf experience) seeking for suitable placement.

Contact: 0091-8089909265 (India) email: mohithavp@gmail. com HSE Engineer, Indian male 5 years experience in Oil & Gas. Working in Shclumberger, NEBOSH, IOSH, & NDT Certified, M Tech in HSE. Contactkrish.569@gmail.com +91 9867016808 Indian male MBA, 24 yrs having experience in Sales & marketing seeks suitable placement.

Contact GSM: 93833563 email: arundulala@gmail.com.

Indian Male, 23, BBA Graduate, fresher, no D/L, looking for a suitable job. Contact: 94032041; Email: azzamsiddique1@gmail.com Indian male 33 years, B.Com, having 6 years experience in Oman.

Tally & ERP looking for suitable placement. Mobile no :98492921 Indian male Accountant 2.5 years exp in Oman with valid D/L NOC available. Contact: 98870112 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.

Contact 99334770/ 99743709 Economics Specialist: Female , MA & M.Phil/PhD_ in ECONOMICS .

10 years experience Banking/Lecturer/Customer Service/Trainer currently Looking for job Call: 97457248 Female Architect on visiting visa, two years’ experience, graduated from School of Planning and Architecture (under MHRD). Proficient in AutoCAD, Google Sketchup and creative visualization. Email saatvika.frozenmusic@gmail.com.

Contact 00968-94057427.

Mechanical Engineer, Indian, (B.E.) on visit visa, seeking suitable post. Contact no: 99534733 email: rajesh92prince@gmail.com Economist: Female, MA & M. Phil/ PhD_ in ECONOMICS. 10 years experience Banking/Lecturer/ Customer Service/Trainer, currently looking for job Contact 97457248 Indian female , M.B.A, 8 Yrs of Experience in Oil and Gas industry, Trading & contracting companies. working as an Unit Manager for MNC, HR Coordinator and Office admin for local companies. seeking suitable placement immediately. Contact 99179709.

Sudanese male, 5 years experience in supply chain (warehouse management, logistics and procurement) Contact : 90644186 Indian male electrician (EEE), 2 years good working experience searching for suitable job.

Gmail id ; antonyajin15@gmail. com, Contact; 918148336160 / 918300136160 Indian male 33 yrs, MBA - HR, worked on Recruitments,Training,Site-HR, Omanisation and development plans of nationals ,10 yrs exp.

Seeking a job.NOC avl.

Contact 94179499 saiprasad_18@yahoo.com Indian Architectural Engineer with 2.5 yrs experience in architectural consultancy firms, currently on visit visa, looking for suitable placement Contact no: +96894955793 hassanfaizalthariq@gmail.com.

Indian Female 23 Years, Post Graduated in Sanskrit (language), Seeking for Suitable Jobs, (Teaching or Clerical), Knowledge in MS Office, Good Communication Skill Contact 96141317, 94614317, E-mail: sou93madam@gmail.com Indian male Electrician(EEE) 2 years good working experience searching for suitable job. mail ; antonyajin15@gmail.com, Contact; 918148336160 / 918300136160 Female Architect on visiting visa, two years’ experience, graduated from School of Planning and Architecture (under MHRD).

Proficient in AutoCAD, Google Sketchup and creative visualization. Email saatvika.frozenmusic@gmail.com.

Contact 00968-94057427.

Indian male, 30.System administrator/desktop support professional.5 years of GCC exp.

Visa status: visit (Dubai) mob: 00971565598176/ aneeshngr@gmail.com Indian male, 26 years 3 Years’ experience in Projects of Tanks, Boilers and Steel structures Aware of int. Standards, B tech in Mech Engg. Contactrahulkunnath23@gmail.com Mob-00917350860889 Indian male Electrician(EEE ).

Two years good working experience searching for suitable job.

Gmail id ; antonyajin15@gmail. com, Name; Antony Ajin.

G : 918148336160 / 918300136160 Indian Male, 23, BBA Graduate, Fresher, on visit visa looking for job in sales/marketing.

Contact - 94032041; Email azzamsiddique1@gmail.com B.E (Mechanical) 12 years industrial sales, 1 year Muscat experience, presently in India , immediately ready to join. Contact :917338899372 , email id : ganesh2008sep@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. Hard working w/ good computer and communication skill.

GSM: 97761075 Indian female MCA having 3 yrs experience in teaching looking for any suitable job in reputed organic station on visit skilled in programming language VB, JAVA ,C,C,TT & also WEB development.

Contact 90595322 Indian male 4 years experience in IT as programmer / Web support / CCNA / Network on visit visa seeking placement. Contact: 93069694 Email: mrabrar14@gmail.com

Mechanical Engineer 2 years experience as HVAC design & drafting, CAD, MEP Engg.

Contact: 90150913 Civil Engineer with 6+ years in Supervision designing & Q.C expert in much civil softwares, NOC available. Contact: 90719263 Automobile Mechanic ITI 3 years experience marine mechanical fitter 2 yrs experience .Contact: 93674847 Indian male 24 years dynamic & professional B.Tech (Mech. Engg) with 1 year experience working on BPCL project in India seeks opening for suitable post, currently in Oman. Contact: 93672286 / 97772272

Mechanical Engineer experience maintenance of pumping stations production line machinery turbine for power plant good communications skills, planning follow up Engineer projects HSE awareness trained multiple design software looking for job. Contact: 949064473 / 96654019 Accountant male Indian, 2 years experience, doing accounts in tally & excel seeks suitable job.

EMAIL – regin1690@gmail.com, Contact +91 7373387282 Indian male (B.E) Quality Controller and Supervising. 3 year good working experience. Better knowledge in quality control technique.

Searching for suitable job. Mail: muthujagadeeshjkm@gmail.com

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We arrange tours & accommodation at all the beautiful places in Oman. Contact 99839898

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Spoken Arabic class for Non Arabic Speakers & English class for Malayalam Speakers

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We Provide Cleaners, Office boys, Cleaning Contracts, General cleaning etc.

Al Mudakhir National Est. LLC Contact : 94277020

Indian male 1.5 yrs exp a sales & merchandising in Oman looking for best opportunity NOC available.

Contact: 93039342

SIT.WANTED Filipina, 33yrs old, with Bachelors Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management, with experience as Senior Housekeeping Supervisor in famous hotels and resorts looking for suitable job in Muscat. Please contact 97943735/96489798.

Pest control & Building cleaning all kinds of pest control building. Cleaning tiles / Marble polishing monthly/ Yearly contracts available.

Contact: 98814733 /98814740 Al Husn Cleaning L.L.C GUARANTEED CLEANING: Carpet & sofa shampooing, Contact 99314807/24792998 MARBLE CRYSTALLIZATION restore the original shine of your marble. Contact 24793614/ 99314807 Furniture shifting with expert technicians. Contact: 99041337 Telal Al Mustqbal Al Jadeede Trad. & Cont. A Civil Contr. & maintenance company - Mabela & Muscat. More than 25 years in all types of building construction & maintenance works.

Contact: 00968- 99038518 Water proofing ABUQABASContact 99320217/24788722 House shifting. Contact 99708138 House shifting packing.

Contact: 99657644/98518013 Window or split AC split fitting or service. Contact: 95303292 Marble crystallization & grinding, Ocean center LLC Contact: 99344723

Window & split unit A.C servicing & repairing. Contact: 99557080 Split unit & window unit A.C servicing & maintenance. Contact 96236476 Carpet Shampoo, marble & tile polishing, pest control & anti-termite treatment, general cleaning painting,Plumbing, Electrical, shifting. Contact Mundhir Al-Rizaiqi trading. L.L.C. Contact: 24810137, 99450130 A/c Servicing & Maintenance.

Contact Abdul Rehman Contact: 99382104 CAD drawings Archi/ MEP CAD – comply BIM. Contact: 91233975 Available electrical & cabling CCTV services. Contact: 98252780 Pest control treatments, Ocean center LLC Contact 99344723 All Maintenance and services electric, CCTV Camera, Plumbing, A/C service and gas installation, painting tiles. Contact: 96524904 / 94285064

Split unit & widow unit A.C servicing & maintenance.

Contact: 95323517 / 93769089

Light Duty Driver looking for driving job. Contact: 00968 97671459 Search job as light driver, experience 3 years language Hindi, English, Arabic. Contact: 97941771

MANPOWER

Al farzdaq Al Fedi Trad and Cont Maintenance services electric, plumbing and A/C. Contact: 96524904 /94285064

For any 3d signboard, acrylic works with painting please contact us on 90786240 or follow us in instagram: silver_concepts Marble Restoration, Mosaic tiles polishing, carpet shampooing, maintenance. Contact ABU QABAS- 99320217 /24788722 Marble crystallization & grinding, cleaning & carpet shampooing.

Ocean center LLC. Contact 99344723

GOOD NEWS Ayurvedic treatments & massage – Ayurvedic Clinic Al Khuwair.

Contact 97263637 / 93309131

MPA- MBA Master of professional Accounting - Master of Business Administration 26 years, Indian male looking for an accounting job & recently graduated from James Cook University Brisbane, Australia currently in Oman. # 96038898 Education M.B.A (HR) experience 1 year & 11 months exp. in HR, 24 yrs. Contact: 98746259 Indian male 24 yrs, B.Com 3 years exp in Marketing (Advertising firm) having valid Omani D/L looking for suitable placement NOC available. Contact: 98983247

Pest control Gulfa international.

Contact: 92326955

Indian Electricians, civil workers.

Contact 98253551

GOOD NEWS Ayurvedic treatment for backache, paralysis, arthritis etc & massage, All Season (Vaidyaratnam). Contact: 24475280 / 95371664 / 92504980 www.siddhayur.com

Karate and self defense classes at Azaiba 18 Nov Street. RO 10 per month twice a week Monday and Tuesday 6. 30 TO 7. 30. PM. Contact: 98294551

Indian male 26, BBA Graduate 3.5 years experience in Sales having valid Omani driving license seeks opportunity in sales and marketing, NOC available.

Contact: 94743988 Email: rijaskhan09@gmail.com Sales & Marketing executive MBA with 3 years exp , 6 months exp in Oman with NOC , looking for suitable placement. Contact: 91345727 Indian male 27 yrs, MBA finance with 4 years experience currently in Muscat on visit visa seeking suitable placement in finance / admin.

Contact: 90921724

Indian male Nurse with 6.5 years experience prometric completed with 66% looking for a suitable job presently available in Oman on visit visa. Contact: 98275068 / 93519957 Email: mammenv24@gmail.com Indian Male, B.Tech IT, 4 years Oman Experience in IT & NETWORKING, holding Oman D/L, seeks suitable placement. NOC available.

Contact: 92462578 Indian male 3 years experience in IT as Linux Administrator & 1 year experience in Amazon EC2 Cloud at WIPRO technologies Bangalore seeking suitable placement.

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