Times of Oman - May 29, 2016

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May 29, 2016 22 Sha’aban 1437 AH

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Mwasalat plans new routes; more buses

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New routes will be launched in the coming months to enhance the public transport system in Oman. “The company will launch its Al Khoudh route, which will connect the Sultan Qaboos University and the Burj Al Sahwa Roundabout, said a senior official from Mwasalat. >A5

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Students perform well in CBSE exams

Relaxation of rules to boost traded volumes

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A move to relax secured financing or margin trading is expected to enhance traded volumes on the Muscat bourse. Margin trading allows investors to borrow money from a broker. >B1

The Central Board of Secondary Examination has declared the Class X results in which many students from Indian schools in Oman have performed well by securing CGPA 10. >A6

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New app to help access tourism taxis in Oman RAHUL DAS

rahuldas@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: A fleet of 600 tourism taxis will be part of the new service, which can be accessed through mobile phones, the Ministry of Tourism (MoT) announced recently.

The one-touch application (app) for tourism taxis in Oman will soon go online, according to officials. According to officials at Ingenuity Technologies LLC,

which has partnered with the ministry in introducing the mobile app accessed taxis, a target for registering 600 taxis was set initially, which will be extended later.

Speaking to the Times of Oman (TOO), Amira Al Sheidi of Ingenuity Technologies LLC, reiterated that the initial target is 600 taxies, which will come under this service. “Later, more taxies will be registered and enrolled under this service,” she said, in an e-mail interview. >A5

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To ensure the safety of housemaids and for ending their exploitation, the India embassy has asked recruiters to seek an NOC and fulfil certain norms before hiring

MUSCAT: No Objection Certificates (NOC) to hire domestic workers such as maids and nannies from India are being asked for by the Indian embassy.

“The Indian embassy aims at ensuring safe migration and recruitment practices. So, we have made a request to the immigration department in Oman to ask recruiters to obtain a no-objection certificate from the Indian embassy while hiring an Indian housemaid,” Indra Mani Pandey, the Indian ambassador to Oman, told the Times of Oman in an exclusive interview.

“Currently, an e-Migrate sys-

tem is online for recruiting people abroad. Recruiters have to apply online to hire any Indian. As the online system is monitored by government agencies, safe migration and recruitment can be ensured. The Indian government stands for safe migration,” the Indian ambassador added.

Sunil Kumar K, an Indian businessman, who approached the immigration department to obtain a visa, was told to get an NOC from the Indian embassy.

Immigration department “I was told to approach the Indian embassy to get an NOC. The officials at the immigration department said the new system has been put in place since Sunday,”

Sunil Kumar said, while adding that he will approach the embassy to obtain the No Objection Certificate.

In 2011, the Indian government introduced changes to the service agreements of housemaids being brought from India to Oman.

The changes were aimed at protecting the housemaids from abuse and providing skilled manpower to the Omani households.

According to the changes, the employers are required to produce a salary certificate of OMR1,000, a bank guarantee of OMR1,100 and salary to the housemaid must be paid through banking channels, in addition to other norms. >A8

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was the number of expatriate workers in the Sultanate at the end of April, 2016

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Number of expat workers in Oman increases by 1% MUSCAT: Oman witnessed a 1 per cent increase in expatriate workers, as of the end of April 2016, totalling 1,763,710 workers compared with 1,747,097 workers at the end of March 2016.

A report issued by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI) revealed that expatriate workers in the Sultanate are employed across three sectors: government, private and family sectors, and are made up of 1,564,532 men and 199,178 women. The number of workers in the private sector, as of the end of April 2016, reached 1,430,965,

including 32,412 women and 1,398,553 men, reflecting an increase of 1 per cent , compared with March 2016. Furthermore, expatriates working in the family sector increased by 0.9 per cent by the end of April 2016, totalling 271,250, including 144.909 women and 126.341 men, compared to the end of March 2016.

Meanwhile, the number of workers in the government sector, as of April 2016, reached 61,495, reflecting an increase of 0.1 per cent and included 39,638 men and 21,857 women, compared to March 2016 figures.

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The construction sector employed the largest number of expatriate workers, totalling 652.439 workers, followed by wholesale and retail trade, cars and motorbikes preparations, and personal and family goods, totalling 221,307 workers, while the manufacturing sector reached 199,725 workers. -ONA M I N I S T RY D ATA

E-registration applications stand at 13,640 MUSCAT: In all 13,640 applications for e-registration have been received by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, data released by the ministry shows.

The number included 1,072 applications for partnership and joint stock companies, 629 for the domestic trade businesses, 2,197 for limited liability companies, 24 for Omani closed joint stock companies.

It also included, 229 applications for limited liability companies governed by the foreign investment law, 8,145 for sole proprietors, five for Omani closed joint stock companies governed by the foreign investment law, 1,325 for partnership companies.

Besides, there were 11 applications for international companies, one for a commercial representation office and one for a partnership company governed by the foreign investment law. -ONA

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130,511 expats in Oman not registered MUSCAT: As many as 130,511 expatriates are not registered, according to official figures in the governorates of the Sultanate.

This was revealed in the latest report of the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI).

2.6% rise in population The monthly report has from NCSI also revealed that Oman’s population has registered a growth of 2.6 per cent in the first quarter of 2016. At the end of April 2016, the 2.6 per cent rise compared to the same period last year, took the Sultanate’s population to 4,428,946.

Expat population at 45.5% Expatriates constituted 45.5 percent of the total population The total number of expatriates at the end of April 2016 rose by 4.5 percent to hit 2,014,348 compared with 1,927,938 at the end of last December. -ONA CRIME

Expat arrested for possessing fake passport MUSCAT: An Asian national was arrested at the Wadi Al Jizi border on charges of possession of a fake passport.

The Buraimi police arrested the him while he was arriving from a neighbouring country.

The investigation showed that the person replaced the photo in the fake passport with his photo and was trying to enter the country illegally.

He has been referred to the public prosecutor for further legal action.

10 arrested in Ibri Ten expatriates were caught during a raid that took place in Ibri on houses by the Dhahira Police on charge of violating the Labour and Resident Laws.

Raid The raid was conducted by a joint team formed to combat the illegal existence of expats in the Sultanate.

The police had called on the public to report any similar suspects through the number 9999 or the nearest police station.

5 arrested theft charges Five nationals were arrested by General Directorate of Inquiries and Criminal Investigations for committing 24 thefts in Muscat.

Among the 24 cases, the defendants broke the door of a company and store OMR6,000.

After investigation, the defendants were caught with OMR500, other gulf currencies, four khanjars, two pistols, a wireless device and cameras.

The five defendants admitted to their 24 crimes and said they had used gloves and masks while committing their crime during late nights.

The defendants have been referred to the public prosecution for further legal action.

Man arrested for theft An Omani national was arrested in Qurum by the General Directorate of Inquiries and Criminal Investigations.

Several complaints had been received by the General Directorate regarding theft cases which had led the General Directorate to form an investigation team.

Following the different cases details, the investigation team found that the thefts were similar in nature, where the thief climbed the walls of houses, entered from windows and steal cash and traditional weapons to sell them later on.

The defendant was arrested while trying to steal from a house in the Qurum area. He later admitted to his crimes during preparation for further legal action. -ONA

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Tourism ministry holds workshops in Paris, Milan Times News Service MUSCAT: Ministry of Tourism (MoT) recently organised workshops in Paris and Milan for trade partners (tour operators and hotels) through its market-based representatives.

The sessions, which concluded yesterday, are aimed at enhancing cooperation between the international market and Oman, and increasing the number of tourists visiting the Sultanate from these countries.

During the last couple of years, Oman has witnessed consistent growth in the number of visitors from Italy. With 33,915 tourists coming into the country in 2015, there was an increase of 6.5 per cent from the previous year.

The ministry is working towards replicating the same suc-

cess with the French market, from where 46,520 tourists visited Oman last year.

Officials from MoT, along with nearly 25 representative partners from the tourism industry of Oman, including the Al Bustan Palace–A Ritz Carlton Hotel, Anantara Jabal Akhdar and the Al Baleed Resort Salalah

by Anantara, Alila Jabal Akhdar, Muscat Hills, Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah Resort and Spa, Six Senses Zighy Bay, The Chedi Muscat, Arabian Experience, Arabica Orient, Bahwan Tourism, Desert Camels Adventure Tours, Elite Travel and Tourism, Magic Arabia, Muscat Desert Gate, Quality Travel and Tourism, Sand Palm Oman Tours, Smart Travel and Tourism and Tour Oman and some regional airline partners including Oman Air, were present at the workshop.

Entrepreneur’s Conclave grand finale tomorrow Entrepreneur’s Conclave was

It will also offer a networking arena for individuals and organisations involved in all types of SMEs

formed in 2014 to support the young entrepreneurs of Oman by providing them with a platform to build relationships and do business

Zameel Ameen Founder and director, Experiment Events

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mobinmathew@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: The stage is set for the grand finale of the Entrepreneur’s Conclave 2016 for young entrepreneurs in the Sultanate on May 30.

“The Entrepreneur’s Conclave was formed in 2014 to support the young entrepreneurs of Oman by providing them with a platform to build relationships and do business,” Zameel Ameen, founder and director of Experiment Events, which is organising the conclave, told the Times of Oman (TOO).

“It will also offer a networking arena for individuals and organisations involved in all types of SMEs,” he added.

Helping hand With Ooredoo Business acting as presenting sponsor, the conclave is poised to provide young entrepreneurs, who have been in business for the past 18 months to five years, with a helping hand.

According to Ameen, the event is aimed at finding promising entrepreneurs in the nation, and simultaneously identifying key mentors from a list of successful entrepreneurs from within the country and the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council), who will together participate in a competition to learn, survive, and grow.

The first phase, ‘Learn,’ included a case study held in Jebel Sifah on May 6 that drew entrepreneurs, who faced real-time situations on managing an organisation while facing critical issues in high-pressure situations.

The second phase, ‘Survive,’ saw entrepreneurs taking part in a diving exercise as per personal consent on May 7, which represented the frequent challenges that the entrepreneurs regularly face.

The third phase, ‘Grow,’ includes a workshop, which took place on May 14, which prepared the entrepreneurs on how to effectively represent themselves at the grand final event taking place

in Public Authority of Civil Aviation’s multipurpose hall on Monday evening.

“This initiative will help create an open site for interaction and experience exchange between young entrepreneurs and authorities from successful business structures,” said Ameen.

Online registration To be part of this initiative, participants have to register online and explain and submit details of their existing business agenda.

Final candidates are selected after a thorough screening process by a jury, which will thereafter team up with established senior entrepreneurs in Oman for a case study solving exercise and a diving competition.

During the grand finale, candidates will showcase their unique business plan before a select jury, critics’ panel, comprising industry leaders and senior entrepreneurs.

“The critics’ panel will hear the entrepreneurs and they will give their opinion, which will

help them move on in their business,” Ameen said.

According to him, the winner will be one of the ambassadors for the next year’s conclave.

Speaking about his plan for the next year’s conclave, Ameen said, “We are looking for new adventures and also at opening up the competition to the Middle East and we are talking to small and medium organisations in Dubai, Kuwait and Qatar.”

According to Ameen, Experiment Events has completed five successful years and is planning many other events in the coming months. They have organised many car launches and corporate events for top brands in the Sultanate in the last five years.

The third edition of the Entrepreneurs Conclave’s “Dive in your Destiny” event is presented by Ooredoo business, in partnership with Sabco Media, with Sharakah as a strategic partner, and is powered by Startup Oman.

For more information, visit: www.entreprenuersconclave.com.

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A1 Targeted at tourism sector Officials at Ingenuity—a leading solutions provider—said the taxis will be available to commuters through a mobile app service and website, along with call centre services.

Ingenuity Technologies specialises in providing information security solutions, with a focus on security, safety and identity solutions.

Catering to tourists Al Sheidi also said the new app is targeted at the tourism sector and will cater to the demands of the tourists visiting the country.

“The concept of the service is to provide easy, secure and premium taxi service to tourists visiting Oman and help promote tourism development in the country,” she said.

She added that the vision behind this is to empower Oman tourism and at the same time provide support to emerging Omani taxi owners to help them enrol in this service and provide an elite class service for the country.

Proper training “We will also provide the taxi drivers with proper training on the standards to be maintained to meet the requirements of the service,” she stated.

The taxi fares are under discussion and will be disclosed when the service starts its operations.

“Even the design is currently pending approval and will be released as soon as it receives the proper approvals,” she said.

Difference Regarding how different it will be from orange and white cabs, she said the taxis registered under this service will be trained, registered with follow up from the company on the quality of services.

“The vehicles should follow MoT standards with inspection for cleanliness and hygiene and the name of the taxi to be announced in a few weeks,” she said.

Free mobile application The customer will be provided with a free mobile application, with the help of which he or she can request for a taxi. Alternately, the customer can book the taxi by calling the call centre.

The customer can select the type of vehicle (Saloon, 4x4, etc.) and then enter the destination.

The information for this request will be sent to all the taxis under this service that are around that area allowing them to accept if they are ready for taking the next customer. When the taxi driver accepts the request the information of the driver, expected arrival time, and vehicle details will be sent to the customer.

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Mwasalat plans new routes; to increase number of buses to the new Ruwi-Muttrah, Al Alam Palace route, which was inaugurated on April 24 as more than 500 passengers use the route every day.

He explained that the number of buses that are used on the routes in the Governorate of Muscat is 28 and these will go up to 36 after the launch of the Al Khoudh Route.

The company is also operating 28 buses on the inter-city routes.

Al Nuaimi added that the company has a fleet of approximately 400 buses for schools and Sultan Qaboos University contracts.

The company will launch its Al Khoudh route, which will connect the Sultan Qaboos University and the Burj Al Sahwa Roundabout, in July and a number of buses to Sohar and Nizwa will also be increased during

EXPANSION MODE: Eight buses will be operated between Sohar

and Muscat and five buses between Muscat and Nizwa while the number of buses to Salalah will also be raised during the Khareef season. – File photo

the Holy Month of Ramadan Staff Reporter

Discounted rates “The enrolled taxi members will be provided with various benefits, such as exclusive discounted rates for taxis from leading agencies within Oman, special discounted insurance rates, training and certificates, etc. Also, we are working with banks to provide special finance rates for buying vehicles that will be used under this service,” Al Sheidi added.

She also said they plan to launch this taxi services before the tourist season.

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MUSCAT: New routes will be launched in the coming months to enhance the public transportation system in Oman, a senior official from Mwasalat said.

“The company will launch its Al Khoudh route, which will connect the Sultan Qaboos University and the Burj Al Sahwa Roundabout, in July and a number of buses to Sohar and Nizwa will also be increased during the Holy Month of

Ramadan,” Salim bin Mohammed Al Nuaimi, undersecretary, Ministry of Transport and Communications for Transport, said.

Al Nuaimi, who is also the Board Chairman of Mwasalat, said eight buses will be operated between Sohar and Muscat and five buses between Muscat and Nizwa.

“The company will increase the number of buses to Salalah during the Khareef season,” he added.

Commenting on the progress in A’Duqm, he said the company is taking the help of specialists from the Special Economic Zone Authority of Duqm (SEZAD) to assess the transportation require-

ments of the region.

“A new Muscat-Duqm Route (one bus every day) will start operating in the third quarter of this year, and the number of buses could be increased after the evaluation of the first phase,” Al Nuaimi revealed.

Speaking about the current routes, Al Nuaimi said the Ruwi-Al Amerat route, which was recently launched, is a successful route and there is a demand to increase the length of this route to include the Al Nahdha Neighbourhood, as the average number of passengers on the route is 850 passengers a day.

He added that the same applies

Linking the governorates In response to a question about linking the governorates, he said that currently the governorates are linked to the Governorate of Muscat and there is a plan to increase the number of trips from Muscat to the governorates, stressing that there is an ongoing study for intercity services to link the governorates and major cities.

Al Nuaimi also said that the strategic plan of the company for the next two decades has been completed now and will be disclosed in October. According to him, the master plan includes three main objectives.

“Firstly, it will determine the basic requirements to provide public bus services in detail beginning from Muscat, and then in the rest of the cities and regions of the Sultanate and the routes that can be operated outside the Sultanate,” Al Nuaimi said.

He added that it will also include details of an integrated financial

plan for its implementation, as well as determine the future requirements for the modernisation of the necessary infrastructure.

He added that the strategy includes the developmental aspects of trying to find an integrated public system to serve all segments of society, to reach the concept of public transport, to achieve the highest growth rates in accordance with the quality standards followed with respect to mass transport and in order to reduce traffic congestion, enhance the economic and social benefits through the implementation of the public transport system and to revitalise the commercial and tourism activity and the associated services.

He added that the strategy is being implemented through the purchase of new buses that will support this sector and there are plans that will be announced in the second half of this year with respect to Muscat and the rest of the governorates.

He also explained that nearly 1.1 million passengers were using buses until the end of March this year and since the start of operations of the company with its new identity inside Muscat on November 22, 2015, it had been drawing 9,000 passengers a day.

Al Nuaimi added negotiations with some banks and investment companies in coordination with the Ministry of Finance are continuing to implement programmes and plans for the company, which would reduce government support in the current period.

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Incredible achievement by students Times News Service

INDIAN SCHOOL AL MAABELA

Commendable performance Staff Reporter MUSCAT: The first batch of Class X students of Indian School Al Maabela have come out with flying colours (100 per cent pass) in the CBSE Board examinations conducted in March 2016.

All 36 students who appeared for the examination passed out with excellent grades, four of them scoring A1 Grades in all subjects.

Kalyani Ashok, DrishtyJithendra, JananipriyaBalagankadaran and NeemaShiju made their parents

INDIAN SCHOOL GHUBRA

and the school proud by scoring a perfect 10 CGPA. Fifty per cent of the total grades of the batch are A1 and A2.

The president and members of the SMC, principal and staff congratulated the students for their brilliant performance and also lauded the teachers for their persistent efforts to achieve the excellent result.

Muscat: A whopping 59 students out of 191 have achieved the highest CGPA of 10. Altogether 116 students out of 191 have got a CGPA of 9 and above.

And 151 students have secured an A grade which is an incredible achievement. This feat has once again added to the glory of Indian School Ghubra.

The students who have scored a perfect 10 are: Abraham J Kurialanickal, Aishwarya Sen, Alwyn J Raja, Amanda Rose T, AnanyaAnanthan, Anushka Ranaut, Aparna Preethan, Arshak S Shajahan, Aryan J Philip, Asmath Z K Mohideen, Aswathy Vinod, Bettina Melin J, Bhogadi Sreeja, Devasena Joshi, Diksha B Joshi, Divina Josy, Gautham Sanjay, Jeswin Jose, K S Suraaj, Kevin V Mathew, Laisa Sabnam, Lakshmi Srinath, Manvi M Saki, N S Subhiksha, Neha R Attur, Niranjana Rajesh, Nirosha J Prakash, Prerna Ravi, Mukesh Palaniappan, Rasith M A Kader,Renitha Ramakrishnan,RuchiraUdupa, RugmaManoharan, RupshaDeb-

nath, S Praisy, Samhita Nulu, Sandra Shanly, Saniya A Solkar, SanjanaAjeej, Sayali P Joshi, Shivani Ramakrishnan, Shouvik Chatterjee, Shreya Dadhwal, Shriya Seth, ShwethaShenod,

Siddhant S Dhawan, Siddharth Sajeev, Sneha Sarkar, Sobaan L H Parkar,Sreejith Ravichandran, Srinedhi T Srinivasan, Stacy Sebastian, Sukhmani K Sandhu, Tanisha Sengupta,Unnati Ashar,

Vighnesh Unnithan,Vignesh Nagarajan, Vignesh T Kashyap, Vyshnav S Nair.

The School Management Committee and Principal have thnaked the teachers and parents.

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Students prove their mettle in CBSE Times News Service MUSCAT: Students of grade X have proved their mettle in the CBSE class 10 examinations. All the 362 students came out successful achieving a 100% result.

Amongthe toppers, 88 students achieved a perfect CGPA of 10 getting placed in A1 grades in all the five subjects. More than 50% of the total students appeared in the examination, scored above 90% aggregate.

The toppers are: Aayush Sam Abraham, Aayushi Ronak Shah, Akshara Arunakar Shetty, Bipasha Keyur Pandya, Devayani Hebbar,Gatha Vinod Nair, Soham Ketan Parekh, Vaidehee Thakur, Abirami Thyagarajan, Adyasha Mohapatra, Animesh Moharir, Githumol Thomas, Jashanth Balu R Pack, Jevita Maria Saldanh, Karan Anil Koshy, Subathra Kumar, Anusha Pammi Sasikumar, Ayesha Siddiqa Sagri, Haifa Abdul Kader Ahmed, Jiniteshnar Patro, Praneel Malloli Meethal, Sandra John, Vikshith Shetty, Aarati Santhosh Nair, Pooja Jiresh, Remya Chandran, Suhana Mohammed, Vignesh Sajith, Alex Roy Koodali, Arjun Rajeev Warrier, Arya Sudheer, Ashika Verma, Charles Tharayil Moni, Elizabeth Benny, Julia Thomas Tharakan, Kavish Rupesh Mehta, Mridhul Remesh, Nikitha Michlin Alex, Sana Shakil Ali, Akash Gopakumar, Akhila Satish, Ashoor Naushad Marikar, Gokul Hari Nair, Hanish Edayath H, Jovita Dantis Varghese, Kevin Benny, Lavanya Srivastava, Parvathy Saju Nair,Jerin Joseph, Jinto Joji, Jobin Jacob

K, Nikhil Pauls, Roshni Rajesh, S Ayishwarya, Smrithi Natanasubramanian, Sneha Saji, Sourav Vinaya Kumar, Stephanie Joshy, Vaibhavi Shailendra D, Wasia Farheen, Yuvashree Senthil Murugan, Aadarsh Sreekumar,

Aravind Krishna Prasad, Ditsa Mukherjee, Hishaam Ali Syed Ali, Mohammed Anas, Navami Nandesh, Nimisha Bejoy, Parvathy Remadevi Biju , Sneha Rachel Sam, Vaisakh Vijai, Vineethi Ravindranathan, Adul Roshan K

P, Amin Najeeb Rawther, Aneena Thomas, Anoka Umesha Athikatte, Arundhati Rajendran, Aswin Muraleedharan, Mohammed Suhaib Abdul Kalam, Nameera Pervez Temka, Neha Raji John, Noyal Joy, Riya Krishnan Kutty, Shanel Scaria George, Sneha Saju George, Sredha Suresh, Sugind Sugumar,Viyola Caroline D’costa.

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Students do their school proud Times News Service MUSCAT: Indian School Salalah students excelled in Class X of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) the results of which were published yesterday.

The school has been consistent in achieving excellent results this year too.

The highlight of this year’s result has been the number of perfect 10 scorers.

Out of 226 students who appeared for the Board exam from Indian School Salalah, 45 students (25 per cent) had secured the highest cumulative grade point average of 10 by securing the highest grade (A1) in five subjects.

While 66 students secured grade point average of 9 to 9.8, 55 students secured grade point average of 8 to 8.8.

The following are the proud students who secured the highest cumulative grade point average of 10: Aishwarya, Avikam Jha, Gayathri Mahesh, Helen Terese Agalayil, Ritika Raju, Syed amen Ashraf, Juhi Josh, Tamoor Adk-

bar Muhammed, Nischit Nagesh Poojari, Oeshi chowdhary, Utkarsh Sharaff, Ashna Anzar, Asiya Hassan, Aswin Sreekumar, Dhanasree Rajan, Pooja Ramesh, Sanvi Mulloly, Saviyo Therattil, Arpith Soju Mathew, Asna Azeez, Chrisitna Simon, Devnarayan Anand, Don Moses, Hazeeb, Lintile Lisa Saju, Seeba Abraham, Sreehari Viswajit, Aliena Johny, Devapriya Anil, Hridith Sudev, Pooja Prasad, Rishika Anish, Soumya Sadanandan, Halima Nagoor Gani, Ninul Buwanaja Kularatne, Rishika Patel, S A Sabrina, Abdul Muyiz Khazi, Abhishek, Ayesha Parvez, Kiruthika Elancheran, Mohd Anas Khan,

Sabeena Ibrahim Kutty, Sumaiya Noor and Suzain Ali. Following are the details of number of students who got A1 grade in each subject: English –121, Hindi-21, Arabic-14, Malayalam-68, French-7, Maths-59, Science-68 and Social Science-68.

The president of the school management Ram Santhanam, other members of the SMC and Principal T R Brown congratulated the successful students who have come out with flying colours and the staff for their effort.

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Best-ever result by students Times News Service MUSCAT: Indian School Darsait is exuberant over the performance of its students as they brought in a stellar performance with their best-ever results in the CBSE Class X Assessment held in March 2016.

This extraordinary and magnificent triumph of Grade X students breaking all previous records and carving a niche in the annals of school has made the accomplishments even more eventful and colourful.

Crowning glory Out of 188 students who appeared for the Summative Assessment, 49 scored a perfect 10 CGPA adding yet another feather to the crowning glory of ISD. While 67 students got CGPA 9 and above, 52 students scored CGPA 8 and above, 18 students got 7 and above while 2 students scored 6 and above.

Following are the ones who got CGPA 10: Aaron Sonny Kurian, Adarsh Pallath Stalin, Afreen Shafir, Akshay John, Aleena Treesa Shajan, Amal Fathima, Anandha Deyal Santhosh, Anjali Pillai, Anugrah Valsaraj, Anusha S Lal, Archana N S, Arun Prakash,

Ashwin M Suresh, Asma Siddik, Bhadra Ashok Kumar, Deepthi Damodaran Nair, Devan Suresh Kumar, Devansh Mohan, Devika B R, Diya Edathody Sankaran Dinesh, Elsa Ann Varghese, Geo Jose Alapatt, Harikrishnan Lal Pillai, Huda Rafeeque C N, Indulekha Mahilamoni, Jagannamayee Narendra Banarse, Jenna K John, Josline Varghese, Martina Babu, Mathukutty Manoj, Mayukha Thumiki, Mebin Manoj, Megha Cherumpala, Merin Mary Binoy, Mohammed Shakker Usman, Nanda I S, Nebin Mathai Mathew, Philip Albert, Pranav R Menon, Romy S Peter, S Sruthi, Safvana Ismayil, Samuel Jose, Sarva Darshit Pasupathy, Shaana Shirin K P, Sourav K Sajeev, Tanzeela Inam, Thamarai Subalakshmi, Uthara Chakkungal Vijayan.

Remarkable improvement As compared to the last year’s result when 27 students out of 204 got perfect CGPA 10, this year the school has made a remarkable improvement with 49 out of 188 students scoring perfect CGPA 10.

While 71 out of 188 scored A1 in English, 68/188 in Mathematics, 77/188 in Social Science and 45/188 students in Science.

69/121 secured A1 in Malayalam, 24/33 in Hindi, 6/24 in Arabic, 2/10 in Sanskrit.

Principal, Dr. Sridevi P. Thashnath, congratulated the batch of 2015-16 on their remarkable achievement and lauded the teachers and parents for their efforts in helping the stars of ISD shine brighter.

Expressing her jubilance over the astounding success of the school, the principal stated: “It is indeed a moment of pride and joy because ISD has been able to leave an indelible imprint on the minds of its stakeholders as well as the community with the fabulous results this year including ‘Zero Failure’ in Class XII and ‘49 Perfect 10’ in Class X.” “It is indeed the hard work of the students, the dedication and sincere efforts of the staff, the cooperation of parents and the support of the SMC that have helped us in achieving this incredible feat.’ She added that the school had been able to create a bench mark for itself to emulate in the coming years,” the principal said.

Abdul Rahim Kasim, President, and members of SMC conveyed their joy and happiness over the excellent result that the school could accomplish.

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Students come out with flying colours Staff Reporter MUSCAT: Indian School Muladha (ISML) students came out with flying colours when the CBSE Class X results were announced.

Altogether 152 students appeared for the Class X CBSE at ISML. Out of it 29 students made a perfect CGPA score of 10 out of 10 with all A1 grades in all the five subjects, making the school one among the best schools in Oman.

Out of 152 students who appeared for the exam 81 students scored

above 90 per cent and 124 scored above distinction. All the students who appeared for the exam scored above 60 per cent.

Out of 152 students, 71 scored A1 in English, 51 scored A1 in Science, 43 scored A1 in Mathematics, 53 scored A1 in Social Science, 18 scored A1 out of 63 in Hindi, 10 scored A1 out of 21 in Arabic and 45 scored A1 out of 69 in Malayalam.

The students who excelled with A1 grade in all subjects are, Abdul Azeez, Abdul Rehamn Zubair,

Abeer Zainab, Alka Sara Chacko, Althaf Mohammed, Anurag, Arpita Shill, Athira Devi, Aysha Abdul Jabbar, Chakka Sai Rohit, Christaphar, Devika Chandra, Fahad Rahman K, Fathimath Zuhara, Irin Maria, Liya Kurian C, Maham Asif, Meenu Mary Jose, Mohammad Murtuza Ali, Mohsina Firdous K, Most Farjana, Rayaan, Rijin Mathew Varghese, Rohan Krishna Ullas, Roshinis Rasheed, Saniyya Hamza M., Sindhu Mathapati, Satina Alex Joseph and Syed Adil Naqvi.

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OMAN C O M M E N TA RY

Why is Oman a haven of cultural integration?

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ecent research indicates that Oman has always been receptive to different cultures and this is the reason why the Sultanate has attracted a variety of people from different backgrounds in the last four decades.

This is also the key reason why the country has been successful in promoting law and order, which is the basis of stability. The cultural harmony practiced in Oman is different from the cul-

tural tolerance many countries of the world base their internal policies on. The word ‘tolerance’ has certain motives and one of them is to get something back in return. The Sultanate’s concept of social harmony is based on unreservedly embracing the characteristics and uniqueness of new cultures. In its role of multiculturalism, Oman has been successful in overriding the ups and downs of economic instability in one form or another.

One example is the density of the different background of cultures in workplaces. Different channels of thoughts are all multiplexed in one source to produce the desired results.

Without sounding vague, the richness of the existing scenario, where different nationalities work towards a common goal, has always helped Oman stand above the rest. Oman has never been a magnate for pulling in a host of multi-billion dollar projects, at least not yet. However, it has steadily built a firm foundation for achieving that goal through

The Sultanate’s concept of social harmony is based on unreservedly embracing the characteristics and uniqueness of new cultures. In its role of multiculturalism, Oman has been successful in overriding the ups and downs of economic instability in one form or another

social unity. Oman has reaped many benefits of having a large pool of people living and working in the country, who come from diverse backgrounds. One of them, and this is the opinion of many, is the intellectual expansion of the youth during the last four decades. Prior to that, when Oman had only one dominating culture and the local youth were caught in a one-dimensional mental trap.

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However, according to social workers, many Indian housemaids are brought without following the norms. “Recently also, we have come across a case where an Indian housemaid was brought to Oman without following the norms.

Recruitment agencies have their own dubious way. At times, the housemaids find themselves stranded without any proper protection as they had not come through legal channels,” Shameer PTK, a Muscat-based social worker, said. Rothna Begum, women’s rights researcher on the Middle East and North Africa at Human Rights Watch, said efforts to coordinate better were a step in the positive direction.

“Oman should work with countries of origin like India to ensure safe migration of workers and to prevent deceptive recruitment practices. India should also ensure adequate regulation and investigation of agents who deceive workers in India,” she added.

the Renaissance conceived by His Majesty, Sultan Qaboos bin Said, the youth are now exposed to many intellectual streams of thought. There was a big difference in the management of the affairs of state during the 1970s and 1980s and in the handling of the same during this decade.

It rings true also in the management of private businesses, too. The present economic leaders were either born in the 1970s or grew up during that decade.

Part of their education, both in the classroom and the streets, was enhanced through social integration as part of being exposed to different cultures.

By experiencing an interaction with different ethnic identities, the same generations have used their experience to improve the economic activities and business processes. They are building relations by bridging complex gaps to formulate strategies with the help of foreign workers.

The emergence of Oman from obscurity to its current position of relative prosperity is owed to this fact. It is all about how one perceives and interprets the ethnic dimension in a business and work relationship.

Omani business leaders and economic planners know that a different ethnic background is reflected positively in the labour market. They also know that when it comes to recruitment, the employment of people from a diversity of cultures is essential for push the economic wheel forward.

The learning curve is still evolving in Oman. It is the exchange of ethnic values that is the catalyst in the success of both the economic and business environments. It is safe to say that the promotion of cultures and freedom of ethnic expression in the country has its roots in the Sultanate’s background as a former seafaring nation.

To answer the critics, who are still restricting social integration, particularly in the workplace, the answer is very simple. To exclude or limit expatriates’ integration, would catapult Oman back to the obscurity of the 1960s. The inflow of foreign capital, both in investment terms and at the human level, will always heavily depend on the unreserved integration of cultures.

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Prateekhsa Oman helping workers beat summer heat Since 2013, every Friday and Saturday during the summer months, dozens of members from the charity travel to different parts of Muscat to distribute

NOBLE CAUSE: Formed in 2013, the charity has hundreds of well

wishers and supporters in Muscat.

water and yoghurt among the thirsty workers

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reji@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Distributing water and Laban (yoghurt) among thirsty blue-collar workers toiling in the sun during the Oman summer is now an annual event for members of Prateekhsa Oman (Hope Oman), a Muscat-based charity run by expats.

Since 2013, every Friday and Saturday during the summer months, dozens of members from the charity travel to different parts of Muscat to distribute water and yoghurt among the thirsty workers.

“We believe that distributing water and Laban among thirsty workers is the best we can do,” Najeeb K Moideen Edathuruthy, the general convener of the organisation, told the Times of Oman.

“We all see them toiling under the scorching sun when we travel in air conditioned cars. At least let us do this to help them. Only a thirsty worker knows the importance of water. Then we will know how valuable a bottle of

water or a packet of Laban is for them,” Edathuruthy added.

The members of the organisations divide themselves into different groups and travel up to Barka on Fridays and Saturdays where they hand out drinks throughout the day.

“We know that the majority of common migrant workers need different kinds of help. We do the best we can. Distributing water may not be a big help in terms of money, but we are sure that in terms of help, it is not small,” Edathuruthy added.

Temperatures in Oman usually hover around 48 degrees Celsius during summer.

Last Tuesday, the Ministry of Manpower had announced that a mid-day break, for those working in open areas and elevated areas, which will begin in June and continue through August.

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Dozens dead as IS, Syria rebels clash The coalition is meanwhile backing fighters, including the powerful Kurdish YPG militia, in an offensive against IS in the northern countryside of neighbouring Raqqa province, which is home to the group’s de facto capital, Raqqa city.

Militants from the extremist group entered the rebel-held town of Marea early on Saturday, using at least two car bombs in the assault, and clashes continued later in the day, the British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said

BEIRUT/ANKARA: Fighting between IS militants and Syrian rebels near the Turkish border has killed dozens of people in the last two days, as IS militants keep up an offensive that has led to rapid territorial gains, a monitoring group said on Saturday.

Militants from the extremist group entered the rebel-held town of Marea early on Saturday, us-

READY FOR BATTLE: A fighter from Jaish Al Izzah, part of the Free Syrian Army, takes part in a military display as part of a graduation ceremony at a camp in the north of Hama province, Syria on Saturday. — Reuters

ing at least two car bombs in the assault, and clashes continued later in the day, the British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.

An advance by the extremists on Friday that cut Marea off from another key insurgent-held town, Azaz, was their biggest territorial gain in the northern

province of Aleppo for two years, the Observatory said.

IS has been battling rebel factions fighting under the banner of the Free Syrian Army since late

last year, but clashes have intensified in recent weeks. The fighting in the past two days has killed at least 27 civilians as well as 41 combatants, the Observatory said.

Turkish, coalition airstrikes Meanwhile, Turkish and US-led coalition airstrikes killed 104 Islamic State militants in retaliation for the latest attack on a Turkish border province, Turkish media reported on Saturday, citing military sources. Pro-government Sabah Daily news reported five people were injured on Friday when rockets fired from IS controlled territory in northern Syria hit Turkey’s border province of Kilis.

Kilis has been hit by rockets from IS more than 70 times since January, killing 21 people including children, in what security officials say has gone from accidental spillover to deliberate targeting.

IS captured more ground near the Turkish border from Syrian rebels on Friday, raising fears for a new wave of civilians fleeing the fighting. — Reuters

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Committed to bringing back Kashmiri Pandits: Mehbooba native places when our political workers — be it from Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Congress, National Conference or any other party —are living under security in hotels in Srinagar”.

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti said her government was committed to setting up composite transit accommodation with basic facilities for Kashmiri Pandits and other migrants

SRINAGAR: Chief Minister of Indian-administered-Kashmir Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday asserted that her government was committed to bringing back Kashmiri Pandits and other migrants to the Valley and would set up transit accommodations for them till they feel safe to return to their native places.

Rejecting claims of opposition

SPELLING OUT: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti addresses during the budget session of Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, in Srinagar on Saturday. - PTI

parties and separatists that the government was setting up separate colonies for Kashmiri Pandits, she told the Assembly that the construction of transit accommodation was among recommen-

dations made by the Prime Minister’s Working Group, formed in 2005, and it will be for Muslim and Sikh migrants too.

She wondered how migrants can be asked “to return to their

Transit accommodation “Why don’t we tell them to return to their places? Because they don’t feel secure. No body raises questions why we have made a colony for them,” Mehbooba said.

She said her government was committed to setting up composite transit accommodation with basic facilities. “This is a facility for migrants. Don’t we have Muslim migrants? Don’t we have migrants in Jammu? Are not there Sikhs and other people among them? If we are saying 50 per cent will be Kashmiri Pandits and the rest others, you are saying it is Israel-like situation,” she said.

Mehbooba said the migrants can return to their native places only when they feel secure enough. “They can go to Ganderbal, Pulwama or Baramulla after that,” she said. The chief minister said it cannot be expected that the people who have left the Valley 25 years ago will straight away go back to their places.

“Some of them have forgot-

ten the way to their homes. Some don’t even remember their homes.

What kind of humanity is this? We all agree that migrants are part of our Kashmiriyat and they should return with dignity,” she said.

She said the state needs the Kashmiri Pandit migrants to fill the void in various sectors. “I would request them to come back.

They have such IQ. We have an AIIMS coming up. I would appeal to all Kashmiris — Hindus, Muslims and Sikhs — who are working in different hospitals outside the state to come back,” she said.

On the establishment of Sainik Colony in Kashmir, Mehbooba said her government has not issued any direction in this regard.

“No land has been identified yet for establishing Sainik Colony.

No direction has been issued for establishing it. The Sainik Board which is registered under an Act (of state assembly) has by-laws which say that land can only be alloted to state subjects. How can you (opposition) even talk about bringing in non-state subjects,” she said.

Mehbooba said the position of the government is that it does not have any land available in Srinagar, Pulwama and Budgam districts for setting up such a colony. - PTI

EXTREMIST

Top militant Tariq Pandit arrested SRINAGAR: In one of the biggest catches in recent months, a top Hizbul Mujahideen militant Tariq Pandit, a close aide of the terror group’s poster boy Burhan Wani, was on Saturday arrested after he surrendered to police in Pulwama.

Considered as a category “A” militant, Pandit figured prominently with Burhan in various pictures and videos that were posted by the terror group last year.

Pandit carried a cash reward of Rs300,000 for information leading to his arrest. There were conflicting reports as senior police officials of Pulwama district of Indian-administered-Kashmir said that Pandit had surrendered but the army maintained that he had been apprehended. A senior police official said that he was put under arrest after he surrendered to the army unit in Pulwama.

A defence spokesman issued a statement saying that a “major blow” had been dealt to the banned Hizbul Mujahideen with the arrest of Pandit in a “well coordinated swift operation” on Saturday on Newa-Pinglana road in the district.

He said the militant was involved in many terror-related incidents in the district. He was among the 11 Hizb militants who, defying the convention, posted their photographs on social media networks. - PTI

E VA D I N G S U M M O N S

Mallya for dismissal of ED’s plea seeking his presence NEW DELHI: Business tycoon Vijay Mallya on Saturday sought dismissal of Enforcement Department’s (ED) plea for withdrawal of an exemption granted to him from personal appearance by a Delhi court in a case lodged for allegedly evading summons in connection with Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) violation case.

Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Sumit Dass fixed the matter for further hearing on Mallya’s reply to ED’s plea, which was filed through his counsel.

The court had in December 2000, allowed Mallya’s plea seeking permanent exemption from personal appearance.

In his reply, the businessman submitted that “his physical appearance is not required at the stage of final arguments since a duly authorised counsel on his behalf has been appearing before the court on each date of hearing.”

“Accused has diligently com-

Vijay Mallya

plied with all the directions of this court. It is also evident from the record that there is neither any allegation against the accused for violating the directions of this court nor any misuse of the liberty granted by this court at any stage of trial. “Therefore, the application filed by the complainant (ED) seeking physical appearance of the accused is completely

misplaced, untenable and unsustainable in the eyes of law,” the reply said.

The court had issued notice to Mallya on ED’s plea which has also sought issuance of non-bailable warrant against the chairman of the now-defunct Kingfisher Airlines to secure his presence in the ongoing trial of the case. The court, on the last hearing, had asked the accused to file a “proper reply” to ED’s plea after noting that the reply filed by Mallya, through his lawyer, did not bear the former MP’s signatures.

ED’s application, filed through prosecutor N. K. Matta, has requested the court to direct the accused for his physical appearance in the case which is at its final stage. The agency’s plea has said Mallya was reported to be in the United Kingdom and his presence in the ongoing trial of this case was essential and sought the court’s direction to him to remain personally present in every hearing. - PTI

NEXT MONTH

ISRO to launch record 22 satellites in single mission BENGALURU: Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Saturday said it will launch a record 22 satellites in a single mission next month.

“After the current reusable launch vehicle, the next experiment what we have to do we have to worry about that. Other than that, next month we have a launch where we will be launching about 22 satellites. Also one of a cartographic series satellite will be launched,” ISRO Chairman Kiran Kumar said.

Speaking on the sidelines of an event organised by Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry, he said that

of the 22 satellites, three are Indian and the rest all commercial.

“The launch is scheduled during the end of next month,” he added. Earlier, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre Director K. Sivan had said ISRO’s workhorse Polar rocket PSLV C34 will be used for the launch, which will have satellites from US, Canada, Indonesia and Germany as co-passengers.

The space agency had earlier sent ten satellites into orbit in a single mission in 2008.

Kiran Kumar said that “immediately after that (launch), we have a scatterometer that is going to get launched, then INSAT 3DR we call — it is to provide vertical

temperature and humidity profile from geostationary satellite.”

Taking a step in development of reusable rocket which will drastically cut down cost of access to space, ISRO had on Monday successfully flight-tested an indigenous winged Reusable Launch Vehicle, dubbed “swadeshi” space shuttle, from Sriharikota spaceport in Andhra Pradesh. The first in the series of experimental flights for Reusable Launch Vehicle-technology development is the hypersonic flight experiment (HEX) followed by the landing experiment (LEX), return flight experiment (REX) and scramjet propulsion experiment (SPEX). - PTI

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BJP, Congress spar on Modi government’s performance Rejecting Chidambaram’s criticism, BJP called him a ‘failed finance minister under whom the country GDP’s grew below 5 per cent while it was rising at 7.5 per cent’ under Modi government

NEW DELHI: Congress and BJP on Saturday sparred over Modi government’s performance with former Union Minister P. Chidambaram attacking the Centre on its handling of economy and BJP hitting back asking the opposition party to introspect instead of levelling “false charges”.

Rejecting Chidambaram’s criticism, BJP called him a “failed finance minister under whom the country GDP’s grew below 5 per cent while it was rising at 7.5 per cent” under Modi government.

Chidambaram on Saturday accused the Modi government of

BRIEFING: Former Union Minister and Congress leader P. Chidambaram along with Randeep

Surjewala addressing a press conference on two years of National Democratic Alliance government, at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Saturday. - PTI

failing to go for bold structural reforms, needed to give a push to the economy, and said it should pluck up courage for it and also engage with the Opposition.

At a press conference on two years of Modi government, he wondered that “if agriculture and industry are in distress, what is

there to celebrate?”

BJP national secretary Shrikant Sharma said Congress should introspect instead of making “false charges” against the government which is trying to set right the “wrongs” committed during United Progressive Alliance (UPA) rule.

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“Congress is passing through bad times and should introspect as to why it is shrinking and why people are rejecting it.

Congress will not benefit by attacking the Modi government and by making false allegations against it,” Sharma said at a press conference. The BJP leader also

accused the Congress of propagating Pakistan’s “saffron terror theory” to tarnish India’s image world-wide and “glorifying” terrorists like Ishrat Jehan.

“As a failed home minister, you gave saffron terror theory as propounded by Pakistan to tarnish India’s image worldwide and put innocents behind bars for your political gains and for vote bank politics. Now when law is taking its course, Congress is frustrated and is trying to point fingers at the role of intelligence agencies,” he said.

Chidambaram on Saturday advised the Centre to reach out to the opposition, saying Congress is ready to engage with government, if it means business.

“Work with opposition, engage the opposition. There is talent and sound advice outside the government. Call them, talk to them.

That’s the advice I will give any government including my own government,” he said.

Sharma said that an “incompetent” Congress is now trying to point fingers at this government after public rejected it.

“Congress today stands exposed before the public and is doing this propaganda out of frustration and the public will reject all the false charges being made by it against National Democratic Alliance government,” he said.

Sharma claimed that what Congress failed to do in the last 60 years, the BJP government has tried to do in the last two years. - PTI

NEW RESPONSIBILITY

Narayanasamy next chief minister of Puducherry PUDUCHERRY: Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister V. Narayanasamy was on Saturday unanimously elected Legislature Party leader and is all is set to become the tenth chief minister of Puducherry.

Party senior leader and former Delhi chief minister Sheila Dixit and AICC General Secretary Mukul Wasnik, who were deputed by the Congress high command to hold consultations in this regard, told reporters at the end of the meeting that Narayanasamy’s choice was unanimous.

They said all party elected legislators agreed that Narayanasamy should be made the chief minister and elected him the CLP leader.

Dixit said the PCC president A. Namassivayam proposed the name of Narayanasamy and former chief minister V. Vaithilingam seconded it.

The name of Narayanasamy was also approved by AICC chief Sonia Gandhi, she said.

“Everything went off nicely”, Dixit said, adding, Sonia Gandhi congratulated him over phone.

Narayanasamy had served as the Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office in the second UPA government, after being MoS, Parliamentary Affairs, in the first UPA government.

He did not contest the May 16 Assembly election from Puducherry and will now have to seek election to the legislature in a bypoll. - PTI

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Ministers highlight schemes, film stars social themes at anniversary bash NEW DELHI: Top Union Ministers on Saturday joined a gala event, which had a smattering of Bollywood actors, including megastar Amitabh Bachchan, aimed at publicising the “achievements” of the Narendra Modi government on completion of two years in office.

While the centrepiece event was held at historic India Gate here that saw Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and many of his ministerial colleagues speak at length about numerous steps taken by the government across sectors, some cabinet ministers joined in from different parts of the country, including Mumbai, Nagpur, Ahmedabad, Guwahati and Vijaywada.

The five-hour programme ‘Ek Nayi Subah’, which was telecast live by Doordarshan across the country, also saw superstar Amitabh Bachchan talking about one of the government’s flagship programmes ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’. His participation came amid questions being raised by opposition parties in the wake of his name figuring in Panama papers.

The event started with young ministers like Kiren Rijiju, Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore and Babul Supriyo talking about ‘new vision, new India’ as they heaped praise

on the Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his vision and making efforts for effective execution of various programmes.

“He is the most youthful among us,” said Rathore.

Bollywood actor R. Madhavan and anchor Neelima Sharma hosted the programme which was also attended by Union Ministers Birender Singh, Maneka Gandhi, Najma Heptulla, Ram Vilas Paswan, Uma Bharti, Harsimrat Kaur Badal and J. P. Nadda.

Lauded achievements Food and Public Distribution System Minister Ram Vilas Paswan lauded the government’s electrification programme, saying it has benefited the poor and Dalits most.

Union Minister of State for Finance Jayant Sinha said the government is working overtime to strengthen rural infrastructure which will lead to a “revolution”.

Maneka Gandhi, Union Women and Child Development Minister, said the government has strengthened anganwadi centres to tackle malnutrition and taken several child reform initiatives to ensure their safety and security.

“There was no check on Anganwadis since they were established, as a result of which malnutrition

GALA EVENT: Actor Amitabh Bachchan interacts with a girl in the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao programme at the mega bash organised to highlight the NDA government’s achievements in the two years, at India Gate in New Delhi on Saturday. PTI / TV GRAB

went on increasing. So, we put the entire system on reform mode.

“We are giving tablet computers to each and every Anganwadi which will enable us to monitor on real time basis the nutrition being given to the children. This will decrease malnutrition within two years. It was happening due to carelessness and nothing else,” Maneka said.

Listing out government’s achievements in the past two

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96.21% pass Class X CBSE exam, girls outshine boys NEW DELHI: With a pass percentage of 96.36 per cent, girls outshone boys in the CBSE Class X exams results of which were declared on Saturday.

A whopping 168,541 students across the country — 85,316 boys and 83,225 girls scored a perfect 10 Cumulative Grade Point Average or CGPA score in the CBSE Class X exam results.

Last year a total of 94,474 students scored a perfect 10 CGPA, of them 49,392 were boys and 45,082 girls in CBSE results.

While the number of boys, who have scored 10 CGPA is more, girls have done better in terms of pass percentage. Girls have a pass percentage of 96.36 per cent which is better than boys who had a pass percentage of 96.11 per cent in the CBSE Class X exam. Overall the pass percentage this year is 96.21 which has come down from 97.32 per cent in the previous year. Area-wise, the Thiruvananthapuram area was ahead of other regions with a pass percentage of 99.87 followed by Chennai region which closely followed with

JUBILANT: Students celebrate their success after CBSE an-

nounced its 10th class results, in Meerut on Saturday. - PTI

a pass percentage of 99.69 per cent. A total of 1,491,293 candidates were registered for Class X examination which amounted to an increase of about 8.5 per cent candidates over the last year.

Differently-abled candidates also did well in the exam with 95.18 per cent of them clearing it.

School category wise, the Central Government run Jawahar Navodyaya Vidyalayas (JNV) have scored a pass percentage of 98.87 per cent followed by Kend-

riya Vidyalayas (KV) who have a pass percentage of 98.85 per cent.

Independent schools have a pass percentage of 97.72 per cent while government schools have a pass percentage of 86.61 per cent.

According to data shared by CBSE, 85.62 per cent students of government aided schools have passed. In terms of scoring a perfect 10 CGPA score, independent schools take the lion’s share with 151,061 of their students falling in this category. - PTI

years, Maneka said the Women and Child Development Ministry has streamlined adoption and foster care procedures which has helped in cracking down on illegal child care institutions.

Talking about children’s immunisation cover, Health Minister J. P. Nadda said it has increased five to six per cent in the past two years with the government’s Mission Indradhanush programme.

“Around 2.70 crore children

are born in the country every year out of whom 90 lakh were not immunized. 20 lakh from poor and migrant families which were completely left out and 70 lakh children were partially immunized.

“We launched Mission Indradhanush, which was apart from routine immunization programme, to provide seven types of vaccines to the left out children. In three phases, we covered 497 districts where immunisation was below 50 per cent and, within one year, 1.62 crore children were immunized out of whom 45 lakh were fully immunized and rest partially. With this, immunization increased five to seven per cent in one year,” Nadda said.

Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari said the Modi government has changed the style of governance and ended policy paralysis that existed during the previous UPA regime. He added that government has brought in transparency and cut down red tape. Gadkari also said government was finishing many pending infrastructure projects started by the previous government and making efforts to ensure better connectivity in the northeastern states.

Culture Minister Mahesh Sharma said infrastructure was critical

to any country’s growth and this government was making efforts to improve it. He said a beginning has been made in this regard and soon India will be among the developed nations. Sharma said government was planning to send as many doctors as possible to rural areas but for that reasonable infrastructure such a roads and electricity were required. He said government is working on plans to utilise several airstrips lying idle across the country to help ensure more and more people are able to travel by air.

Minister of State in the PMO Jitendra Singh said the Prime Minister has given a deadline of 1,000 days for complete electrification of villages across the country and it is hoped the target will be achieved much before that. The interests of farmers, he alleged, had been ignored for a long time but now with soil health cards they would know what to sow and how to improve productivity.

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj was among the very few senior Cabinet members who did not participate in the event due to illness. “I am recovering from illness. I will join our Government’s celebrations very soon,” she said while replying to a query on twitter. - PTI

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f you were to write Libya’s current events as a novel, a publisher would throw it out, on the grounds that it was too improbable even as a work of fiction.

Just consider: Libya has a new government, the Government of National Accord (GNA), which is backed, indeed created by western powers, yet supported by almost nobody in Libya. So much so that, two months after arriving in Tripoli, its seven strong presidency council - two members having already quit - the rest - when there’re there - cannot even leave the naval base. They hold sham meetings in a bunker with visiting dignitaries and are protected by paid Dawn militias on the base.

The Prime Minister’s Office in Tripoli is occupied by Libya Dawn people. Dawn created the National Salvation Government in Tripoli.

The farce escalated on March 31, when the GNA, more accurately the Presidency Council, chosen not by election but by a UN-chaired commission, arrived in the Libyan capital by boat. Boat? Yes, because Libya Dawn, the coalition of extremist and Misrata militias that controls Tripoli, had then threatened to shoot down their plane. An Italian warship conveyed these seven men, bearing a UN mandate, to a spot just over the horizon. Then a rusty Libyan naval cutter ferried them the last few miles, to preserve the illusion that this was a Libyan operation, not one engineered by Western puppet-masters.

Once in the naval base, the council, which is not part of the yet to be confirmed 30 Ministers and 60 Deputy Ministers of the GNA, are led by a “designate prime minister” Fayez Serraj, a businessman, who has been unable to move into the city though he now frequently visits other countries; staying anywhere but Libya if he can. Dawn still controls the city, and the pro-Dawn pro-Muslim Brotherhood chiefs of central bank and oil remain in post. So Serraj and his Council HAD to make a deal with Dawn!

PC/GNA members can’t even get into the government offices, which are still occupied by Dawn’s own National Salvation Government.

Instead, the GNA has agreed that Libya Dawn can be its security force.

What the PC/GNA have done is let the members of Dawn create, accepted by the UN, a State Council, supposedly an advisory body only but increasingly seen as the power in Tripoli with Misratan Abdel Rahman Swehli as its head and cooperating with his cousin, the ambitious Deputy designate PM Ahmed Maetig, seem both to have effectively

usurped Serraj’s authority.

In turn, this has infuriated the elected parliament, based in the eastern city of Tobruk. That parliament -the HOR - refuses to vote for the new phantom GNA government, and members are dismayed to see Dawn now cemented in control of the capital through the State Council.

As as result, the East, Cyrenaica, appear to be breaking away. Early in May they tried to sell their own oil. The UN stopped them. The UN issued an edict to blockade Tobruk port - Hariga - Libya’s only current export terminal. Then after a few days the blockade was negotiated away. What was agreed is unknown.

Now the East are about to issue their own currency.

Libya Dawn might control the capital, reducing the GNA to impotence, but Tobruk has some very strong cards also. The east has most of Libya’s oil.

Its National Army, commanded by Gen.Khalifa Haftar, is more powerful than Dawn’s. In the east, its units have occupied key oil fields in the Sirte Basin and other strategic positions. In the west, its allied units in Zintan have closed pipelines that pass through their territory from oil fields to Zawia, Tripoli’s only real oil port, while proudly announcing newly-formed combat units loyal to the Libyan Army and Hafter.

The east has most of the oil, and knows it is in a powerful position to issue its own currency, 4 billion Libyan Dinars no less, printed in Russia, and available to the people from the 1st June, even as Tripoli’s central bank also starts distributing their notes printed in Britain.

With Tobruk holding the key economic and military cards, though the PC first called such currency counterfeit, Serraj this week agreed a compromise; the east can issue its currency, if it cooperates with the Tripoli bank so that both currencies co-exist.

Lets see how long that lasts. It must be noted that on the ‘US Embassy of Libya’ Facebook site, the Americans issued a categoric statement that the Russian made money was counterfeit. I wonder will they issue a retraction? The reality is that the civil war goes on, and the east, disenchanted by the shambles of a “unity” government and interference of the international community, has in effect broken away, taking Libya’s oil with it, and leaving western powers grasping at straws and looking incompetent. — Exclusive to Times of Oman

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Leader of Pakistani Jamaat-i-Islami (JI) Sirajul-Haq, left, waves to supporters from a train upon his arrival at a railway station in Karachi on Friday, at the end of train march. Haq said that the purpose of the Train March against corruption is to awake the people against corruption and the corrupt people. Haq said the corrupt elite had usurped rights of industrial workers, farmers and minority communities. “The poor, including factory workers and farmers, are not corrupt.

Those in authority are corrupt,” he said. He said the Panama Papers scandal had exposed many politicians. He said the JI demanded that the joint parliamentary committee, tasked with finalising terms of reference for probing the scandal, complete the job early. A delay in this regard would not be acceptable, he said. - AFP

Early June may be hotter than usual ISLAMABAD: The first half of June is likely to remain drier and hotter than normal, increasing probability of heatwaves over the plains and coastal areas of Pakistan, a senior Met official said.

“The first half of June will likely remain drier and hotter than normal,” Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD) Director General Dr Ghulam Rasul said.

“This will increase probability of the occurrence of heatwaves in the plains and coastal belt of Pakistan,” he said. Dr Rasul said intense heat conditions may accelerate glacier melting and trigger glacial lake outburst flood events.

He added that due to intense heat, monsoon was expected to arrive early in the second half of June.

Though the mercury continued to rise across the country through May, Dr Rasul said that these temperatures were normal for the month, save for the case of Hyderabad, where it exceeded the previous record of 49 degrees Celsius.

“Apart from Hyderabad, temperatures remained low compared to record high temperatures,” he said. “Even in Sibi and Jacobabad, temperature did not cross the 52 degree Celsius limit, which is the highest recorded temperature for the region in the month of May.” - Express Tribune

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Rs1.7t development budget proposed for upcoming fiscal During the APCC

Nawaz Sharif to undergo heart surgery in London

meeting Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, the chairman of the committee, was unsuccessful

LAHORE: Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif will undergo open heart surgery in London on Tuesday, his family and media said.

It will be Sharif’s second heart operation in five years. Sharif’s daughter, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, said on her official Twitter account that the surgery would be for “perforation of the heart”, a complication from an earlier procedure in 2011. “Prayers are the most effect & potent medicine. Millions will pray for him,” she tweeted.

Dawn newspaper quoted Defence Minister Khawaja Asif as saying Sharif would be hospitalised for a week after the surgery and would return to Pakistan when his doctors allowed it.

Dawn also quoted Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, chairman of the opposition Pakistan People’s Party, urging all Pakistanis to pray for the prime minister.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also wished Sharif well.

“My best wishes to PM Nawaz Sharif Sahab for his open heart surgery on Tuesday. And for his speedy recovery & good health,” said a tweet from Modi, who made a surprise visit to Sharif in December as a gesture of conciliation between the two nuclear-armed states. Sharif has frequently travelled abroad for medical treatment in the past year. - Reuters

in convincing the ministries and provinces to accept the ground reality of tight fiscal space GROWTH TARGET: Annual Plan Coordination Committee meeting sets growth target of 5.7 per cent

for 2016-17. - Express Tribune

ISLAMABAD: Amid annoyance and uneasiness expressed by ministries, as well as a protest by the Balochistan chief minister, the Annual Plan Coordination Committee (APCC) on Friday recommended a national development outlay of Rs1.675 trillion and set an economic growth target of 5.7 per cent for the new fiscal year.

During the APCC meeting held amidst high drama, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal, the chairman of the committee, was unsuccessful in convincing the ministries and provinces to accept the ground reality of tight fiscal space.

Challenge “It was nightmarish challenge to adjust Rs1.8 trillion demands by ministries and provinces within finance ministry’s given envelope of just Rs655 billion,” said Iqbal while speaking to the media after

the meeting. During the consultative process, various ministries and departments demanded Rs1.8 trillion under the federal Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP). Iqbal said the planning ministry had demanded over Rs900 billion but the finance ministry gave only Rs655 billion.

He said that the APPC recommended Rs800 billion for federal PSDP out of which Rs655 billion were allocated to the planning ministry for distribution among ministries and special areas.

The remaining Rs145 billion are for temporarily displaced persons (Rs100 billion), parliamentarians’ schemes (Rs20 billion) and Rs25 billion for Gas Infrastructure Development Fund (GIDF).

Another Rs875 billion were proposed for annual development plans of the provinces. The

APCC’s recommendations will now go to the National Economic Council, which is headed by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif.

However, uncertainty remains whether the NEC will meet on the scheduled date of May 30, as the premier may extend his stay in UK, which may also delay presentation of the national budget, so far scheduled for June 3.

The APCC, which is the second last forum for approving new development budget and national macroeconomic plan, also approved 5.7 per cent economic growth rate target for new fiscal year 2016-17 after the finance ministry reconciled itself to ‘ground realities’.

The ministry wanted a 6.2 per cent growth target and the downward revised target will affect its next year’s proposed budget

deficit target of 3.8 per cent of the Gross Domestic Product.

The finance ministry’s convergence with 5.7 per cent growth rate offers a chance to the Planning Commission to perform its statutory role of economic planning, which has so far been over shadowed by the finance ministry.

During the meeting, Balochistan Chief Minister Sanaullah Zehri staged a boycott over the scaling back of his province’s development budget and the withholding of funds.

However, later on, Ahsan Iqbal went to Balochistan House to address Zehri’s grievances.

The provincial government has complained about slicing allocations of the federally funded projects. Against an allocation of Rs48 billion for the outgoing fiscal year, the federal government has

so far released only Rs24 billion, which is just 52 per cent of the allocation, said a senior official of the provincial government.

He said that for the new fiscal year, the federal government was proposing just Rs46 billion.

However, Iqbal said that the federal PSDP cannot be distributed on geographical lines. He said that after the 18th amendment, the provinces got a major share in the federal divisible pool.

Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Finance Minister Muzzafar Said also complained about his province being ignored in the new development budget.

While talking to the media, he said that the federal government has not allocated funds for new schemes.

He said that against Rs78 billion share of the federal government in Chashma Right Bank Canal project, the federal government has allocated only Rs100 million.

The K-P finance minister said that the planning minister has assured to include two road projects of the province in the federal PSDP, which are related to China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).

Ahsan Iqbal said that the APCC has approved 5.7 per cent growth rate for the next fiscal year. He also said that the CPEC projects will be launched with full momentum in the next fiscal year, which will also provide stimulus to economic growth.

However, the National Highway Authority (NHA), which is executing road projects of the CPEC was not happy with its total allocation of Rs190 billion.

Out of which, the NHA’s CPEC allocation was just Rs110 billion.

The NHA demanded over Rs200 billion alone for CPEC infrastructure projects. -Express Tribune

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Austria-based OMV pledges $45m investment in Pakistan ISLAMABAD: While pledging to step up oil and gas exploration in Pakistan, Austria-based OMV has announced that it will pump $45 million into tapping hydrocarbon reserves this year to meet energy needs of the country.

“OMV has invested $2.5 billion in oil and gas exploration since commencing operations in 1991 in Pakistan and the company is investing $45 million this year,” OMV Aktiengesellschaft Executive Board Chairman and CEO Dr Rainer Seele said while addressing a ceremony held on Thursday to celebrate 25 years in Pakistan.

Petroleum and Natural Resources Minister Shahid Khaqan

Abbasi also spoke at the event.

Recalling the company’s journey, the CEO said OMV started working in Pakistan 25 years ago and within two years it made the first discovery at Miano field in the Thar desert of Sindh.

Sawan field In 1998, it discovered gas at Sawan field, which is also located in Sindh. From 1991 to date, the company has expanded operations from Sindh to Balochistan and Punjab. At present, OMV is producing 8 per cent of Pakistan’s total natural gas output and is increasing investment.

OMV (Pakistan) has estab-

lished itself as the largest international gas producer in Pakistan with a volume of more than 110,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day from Kadanwari-Miano and Sawan fields.

OMV CEO said parallel to the Sawan development work, the company also took over the Kadanwari gas processing plant in January 2003 from Lasmo, currently Eni. OMV has remained quite aggressive in development work as capacity of the Kadanwari processing plant has been enhanced to 232 million cubic feet per day (mmcfd) while capacity of the Sawan plant has gone up to 400mmcfd.

“To further meet raw gas requirements, drilling has continued successfully in both fields,” he said.

Abbasi, while pointing to a huge gap between the demand and supply of gas, said they were striving to bridge the shortfall through import of liquefied natural gas and exploration of domestic oil and gas deposits.

He saw a big potential for tight, shale and conventional gas production in Pakistan and highlighted that the government was offering the most attractive wellhead oil and gas prices and asked international and local companies to take advantage of the situation. - Express Tribune

LARGEST INTERNATIONAL GAS PRODUCER: OMV (Pakistan)

has established itself as the largest international gas producer in Pakistan with a volume of more than 110,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day from Kadanwari-Miano and Sawan fields. - File photo

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Australia police use pepper spray to break up violent clashes SYDNEY: Australian police used pepper spray to break up clashes between rightwing nationalists and anti-racism protesters on the streets of Melbourne on Saturday as Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said eliminating racism was still a “work in progress”.

The United Patriots Front (UPF) organised a “Stop the Far Left” rally while anti-racism protesters marched under the banner “Moreland says No to Racism”, in reference to a Melbourne district.

Fears of young Australians being inspired by militants such as IS

and travelling to fight in Iraq and Syria have underpinned support for rightwing groups like UPF and Reclaim Australia.

Former prime minister Tony Abbott made blocking migrants trying to reach Australia by boat a key plank of his victorious election campaign in 2013. TV footage showed UPF members with Australian flags on poles and their faces covered by bandanas wrestling with leftwing militants, many of whom were hooded and had black cloths over their faces.

On one occasion, a UPF pro-

tester who fell to the ground was kicked several times by two antiracism activists.

Right to protest “I understand the need and the right to protest ... but what we can’t have is this violence in our community,” Victorian state Police Commander Sharon Cowden told Sky. “We saw inappropriate and often cowardly behaviour, people wearing masks.” ABC said two people were arrested for weapons offences before the trouble flared

despite a large police presence.

Two people were arrested for rioting, one for assaulting police, one for hindering police and another for robbery, ABC said. Turnbull, responding to comments by opposition leader Bill Shorten that racism was rife in Australia, said Australia was not “entirely” blameless.

“But I have to say we are the most successful multicultural society in the world,” Turnbull told reporters. “There is more work to do.

This is not something to be complacent about. This is a work in progress.” — Reuters

CRACKDOWN: A policeman deploys capsicum spray towards

a protester during clashes in the Melbourne suburb of Coburg, Australia, on Sunday. - Reuters

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WORLD Migrants not dangerous, but in danger: Pope Francis met hundreds of children on Saturday

VATICAN CITY: Pope Francis held an emotional meeting with hundreds of children on Saturday, including a Nigerian boy whose parents drowned in a shipwreck, and told them migrants “are not dangerous, but in danger”.

The meeting followed a surge in migrant traffic this week between Libya and Italy, with more than 14,000 saved from overcrowded boats since Monday and three consecutive days of shipwrecks in which hundreds may have died.

Three infants were among 45 bodies recovered at sea on Friday, UNICEF Italy said.

Meeting the mostly Italian children who took a special train from southern Italy to the Vatican’s own railway station, Francis hugged the Nigerian boy, Osayande, who has been taken in by an Italian family. He showed them an orange life jacket he was given by a Spanish rescuer working to save lives in the Mediterranean.

“He brought me this life jacket and, crying a little bit, he said: ‘Father, I failed. There was a little girl in the sea and I wasn’t able to save her. All I could reach was her life jacket’” the pope said.

“What was her name? I don’t know - a little girl without a name.

She’s in heaven and watching us.

Let’s close our eyes, think about her and give her a name.”

The influx of migrants and refugees into Europe in recent years

CONCERNED: Pope Francis holding the life jacket of a young vic-

tim drowned in the Mediterranean sea trying to reach Europe on May 28, 2016 at the Vatican during a meeting with 400 children from the south of Italy, Calabria, including children of migrants.

- AFP/OSSERVATORE ROMANO

has fanned popular fears of foreigners and prompted politicians to tighten border controls.

The pope has repeatedly sought to underscore the plight of these people, especially the hundreds of thousands who have risked their lives to come to Europe in flimsy boats. He visited the Greek island of Lesbos last month, bringing 12 refugees back on his plane to set an example of how other people and countries should welcome refugees. In southern Italy on Saturday, about 4,000 migrants made it to dry land, many of them

exhausted and dehydrated.

“The number of minors who make the journey on their own and arrive in Europe is much higher than what we saw last year,” Save the Children spokeswoman Giovanna Di Benedetto said.

“But we are increasingly coming across much younger children, children of nine or ten years of age, who have made the journey alone or who have lost their parents or family members with whom they were travelling,” she said. — Reuters

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‘Ukraine reforms progress can boost case for Russia sanctions’ Rasmussen said the situation in eastern Ukraine was “alarming”.

Rasmussen takes on his new role at a time of growing disillusionment in Ukraine about the pace of change after the 2014 Maidan protests brought a proWestern leadership to power.

Poroshenko’s popularity has fallen and several high-profile reformers have either been forced from office or quit in frustration.

The economy minister resigned in February accusing a close associate of Poroshenko of corruption.

Former NATO chief, Anders Fogh

The current Ukrainian administration under President Poroshenko has carried out more reforms of Ukrainian society than you have seen in the past 20 years

Rasmussen, who was appointed an adviser to Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko on Friday, said this in a Reuters interview

KIEV: Ukraine will find it easier to persuade European Union countries to renew sanctions against Russia this summer if it shows progress in pushing reforms and tackling corruption, the former NATO chief, Anders Fogh Rasmussen, told Reuters on Saturday.

Rasmussen was appointed an adviser to Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko on Friday, having been NATO secretary-general

Anders Fogh Rasmussen Adviser to Ukrainian President

when Ukraine plunged into conflict with Russian-backed separatists following Moscow’s annexation of Crimea in 2014.

The EU will decide within weeks whether to renew sanctions against Russia, which requires the unanimous agreement of its 28

member states.

The sanctions will probably be extended despite growing opposition within the bloc.

Rasmussen said continuing the sanctions was the only way to exert pressure on Russia to stop supporting separatists fighting the

Ukrainian army in the Donbass region and getting a ceasefire agreement to stick.

Continue sanctions “I know from talks with politicians in Western capitals that their willingness to continue sanctions is also linked to the Ukrainian willingness to actually carry out comprehensive reforms,” Rasmussen said by phone.

“So my goal as adviser to the president would be to actually initiate a two way street.

Firstly of course in Western capitals I will argue that the Ukrainians have already carried out profound reforms,” he added.

“But on the other hand, I will also bring messages back to the president from my interlocutors so that the Ukrainian authorities clearly understand what is the priority in Western capitals.”

The separatist conflict has killed more than 9,000 people and deadly violence flares weekly on the front line, with both sides accusing each other of ceasefire violations.

Corruption Rasmussen, a former Danish prime minister, said Western countries are concerned about entrenched corruption in Ukraine, but stressed that Kiev had made substantial progress.

“I don’t think it’s a fair criticism to say that Ukraine is backsliding,” he said.”The current Ukrainian administration under President Poroshenko has carried out more reforms of Ukrainian society than you have seen in the past 20 years.”

“But of course it is essential for continued Western support that this reform process continues.

And that’s why you have to push all the time.” — Reuters

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Venezuela regime, opposition in bid to defuse crisis CARACAS: Venezuela’s opposition leaders and top government officials have held talks in the Dominican Republic to lay the groundwork for a potential dialogue to defuse a political standoff and a deepening economic crisis, local media reported on Saturday.

The OPEC nation is suffering a severe recession due to low oil prices and a collapsing socialist economic model.

President Nicolas Maduro is locked in a standoff with Congress after the opposition won a sweeping legislative majority last year.

A government delegation including Foreign Minister Delcy Rodriguez has for three days met with representatives of opposition parties including Primero Justicia and Voluntad Popular, according to opposition-linked newspaper El Nacional.

Government-backed newspaper Ciudad Caracas described the encounter as an “exploratory meeting for the start of dialogue,” adding that the meeting included ex-leaders of Spain, Panama and the Dominican Republic.

Rodriguez retweeted staterun broadcaster Telesur saying the government had met with the opposition.

A Foreign Ministry official declined to comment.

The head of Venezuela’s MUD opposition coalition tweeted “There is no ‘opposition-government’ meeting in the Dominican.

Representatives of the coalition are attending a meeting with (the ex-presidents).”

International agencies includ-

ing the United Nations and the Group of Seven industrial powers known as the G7 have pressed the two sides to hold talks amid chronic shortages of food and medicine and electricity rationing.

Recall Maduro But opposition leaders, who are seeking a referendum to recall President Maduro, have been deeply skeptical of initiating such talks.

Former presidential candidate Henrique Capriles, who is leading the recall push, said in an interview this week that dialogue would simply allow the government to buy time and that the only way to resolve the crisis was through a vote.

A dialogue effort in 2014 brought the two sides together amid months of violent anti-government street protests that left more than 40 people dead.

Both sides agree that the talks did not produce any substantive agreements.

Opposition leaders accuse the National Election Council of stalling their effort to recall Maduro, whose popularity in March dropped to 27 percent according to local pollster Datanalisis.

They also say the ruling Socialist Party has used a pro-government Supreme Court to shoot down nearly every law passed

by Congress since the opposition won a two-thirds majority of seats in December. Maduro insists his government is the victim of an “economic war” led by business leaders with the backing of Washington. — Reuters

11 STRUCK IN PARIS LIGHTNING

Emergencies service person work in a building requisitioned to treat injured people, near the site of the accident at Parc Monceau in Paris, France, on Saturday, after eleven people including 10 children were struck by lightning in the park. “There are currently 11 injured unfortunately, 10 children and an adult who was accompanying them,” Vincent Baladi of the local authority told iTELE television, saying they had been “struck by lightning” at Parc Monceau in the city’s northwest. — AFP

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CHINESE FIRM TO RAISE $1.8B CRRC Corp., China’s only maker of high-speed locomotives, plans to raise as much as 12 billion yuan ($1.8 billion) in a private share sale in Shanghai to repay debt and to help finance its daily operations. - Bloomberg News

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Relaxation of margin trading rules to boost traded volumes Capital Market Authority has extended secured finance facility to companies listed in regular and parallel markets, which is against an earlier stipulation of this facility only for MSM 30 companies.

Times News Service MUSCAT: A recent move to further relax secured financing or margin trading is expected to enhance traded volumes on the Muscat bourse.

The market watchdog Capital Market Authority (CMA) has extended secured finance facility to companies listed in regular and parallel markets, which is against

an earlier stipulation of this facility only for MSM 30 companies.

This will help enhance liquidity and thereby trading volumes on the local bourse.

Margin trading allows investors to borrow money from a broker to purchase stocks, using their investment as collateral. In fact, CMA has introduced the scheme more than five years ago for attracting more liquidity into the

market. Last week, CMA has decided to increase the amounts the companies can provide to their customers to 10 per cent of the total assets, while the amounts to be given to a single client was raised to 15 per cent of the funds for secured financing, which should not exceed OMR500,000. This will allow large number of clients to benefit from funds available with brokerage firms.

“Margin trading will definitely enhance volume in the long run. It is good for both brokers and their clients. The general market sentiment will also influence the trend,” said a senior market analyst, who does not want to be named. However, the market analyst added that the people who make use of margin trading is very limited in Oman.

The amount the company is allowed to grant as financing has been increased to OMR500,000 from OMR250,000, provided the sum will be more than 15 per cent

of the funds the licensed company provides for such activity.

Abdullah Salim Al Salmi, executive president of CMA said the new amendments were made in line with CMA’s policy in reviewing the regulations to enhance their efficiency to cope with the development in the stock markets.

“The whole idea is to create more efficiency and flexibility,” added the analyst. The CMA also relaxed the rule by increasing the maintenance margin in 5 trading days instead of 3 so as to allow the broker to meet the margin maintenance ratio from the client. The licensed companies were allowed to deal with the securities listed on the regular and parallel markets based on standards set out by the companies. Although the daily turnover of MSM was higher in March and April, there was a fall in turnover and volume in May. The average daily market turnover is around OMR4 million now.

BOOSTING TRADING VOLUMES: Margin trading allows investors

to borrow money from a broker to purchase stocks, using their investment as collateral. - Times file picture

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Real estate firms from Oman, region to tackle challenges Times News Service MUSCAT: Testament to its pioneering role in the development of the real estate sector in Oman, Alargan Towell Investment has announced its participation as a main sponsor for the ‘Real Estate Forum’ organised by the Oman Real Estate Association (ORA).

The event which will flag off on

May 30 at the Crowne Plaza, Muscat will see participation from real estate companies and investors from within Oman as well as regionally.

In addition to the company’s sponsorship of the forum, chief executive officer Eng. Hisham Moussa will represent Alargan Towell as a speaker in panel discussion sessions which is expected to gather the most prominent leaders and

pioneers of the real estate industry in the Sultanate at the first of a kind event in Oman.

Commenting on providing support to events that raise the profile of the Omani real estate sector, Eng. Hisham Moussa, chief executive officer at Alargan Towell Investment said, “The real estate forum which is organised by Oman Real Estate Association is shaping

up to be one of the most important events for the sector in the Sultanate. The forum brings together experienced real estate leaders and prominent government officials, and will also feature numerous experts from the real estate sector from Oman and abroad. Given the dominant role of real estate in the economic growth of Oman, we believe that this forum will be of

great benefit to all attendees.”

“We are proud to be a part of this significant event, as we truly understand the importance of these forums and conferences in developing and enhancing the role of real estate in the growth of investments.” he added.

By organising this event, the Oman Real Estate Association aims to highlight challenges facing the

sector, as well as bringing together official government organisations responsible of managing real estate sector in the Sultanate and real estate developing companies.

The combination of these players are considered the backbone of the sector in the country and the forum is expected to be an opportunity to discuss ways to enhance the sector’s contribution.

Sultanate wins three awards in GCC for projects

MEED PROJECTS

Etihad Rail receives award

Oman-based projects were among the big winners at the

Times News Service MUSCAT: Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s national rail network, said that it has been recognised by the Middle East Economic Digest’s (MEED) 2016 Quality Awards for Projects — receiving the GCC Rail Project of the Year for Stage 1 of the project.

The MEED Quality Awards for Projects, whose rigorous judging criteria factors in project socioeconomic and environmental impact, coupled with design, engineering and significant construction milestones, recogniSes companies for their pioneering excellence in project execution across the region.

Projects from Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates were shortlisted for the awards, with a total of

50 attaining the highest honours across multiple categories, for being the highest quality projects in the Middle East.

“Etihad Rail is honoured to receive the GCC Rail Project of the Year Award for 2016, in an awards programme that recognises some of the region’s and the world’s greatest success stories in construction and industrial performance,” said Eng. Faris Saif Al Mazrouei, chief executive officer of Etihad Rail.

Iconic project “Since beginning construction, Etihad Rail remains committed to ensuring the highest design and construction standards as part of an iconic project that will revolutionise the UAE’s logistics and transportation infrastructure.

Recognition of our efforts is an ap-

preciated gesture, as we continue to forge aheadwith our goal of connecting the nation’s passengers and commercial centres with neighbouring GCC counterparts, thereby contributing to the UAE’s socio-economic future,” he added.

The award winners were announced at a ceremony which marked the end of the 2016 MEED Construction Leadership Summit, an executive-level event held in Dubai, which brought together delegates in the Gulf’s construction industry.

The award-winning Etihad Rail project is being delivered in three key stages of development, with the 1,200-kilometre-long rail network forming part of the vital GCC Railway Network that links the UAE to Saudi Arabia through Ghweifat in the West and Oman through Al Ain in the East.

recently concluded 2016 MEED Quality Awards for Projects

RECOGNITION: Oman won three awards, along with the UAE, second best in the GCC to Saudi Arabia’s five-trophy haul. – Supplied photo

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Reservoirs Project (nominated by Al Hassan Engineering).

To prevent residents of Muscat from experiencing water shortages, PAEW commissioned a project to guarantee the supply of water for at least seven days. The water storage reservoirs are expected to meet forecast demand up to 2035.

After the facilities at the Al Qurumsite were handed over, residents were able to obtain their required water supply without additional pumping. Moreover, PAEW now maintains seven days’ water stock to cater for any emergency situation

MUSCAT: Oman-based projects were among the big winners at the recently concluded 2016 MEED Quality Awards for Projects, in association with Mashreq.

Oman won three awards, along with the UAE, second best in the GCC to Saudi Arabia’s five-trophy haul. Bahrain and Qatar scooped two awards each, while Kuwait had one winner at this year’s edition of the annual awards programme, the only one to recognise completed projects in the region.

John Iossifidis, executive vicepresident and head of Corporate and Investment Banking Group, Mashreq says: “We are proud to support the awards programme for the past four years now. The awards have definitely shed the spotlight not just on excellence and quality, but also on the awardwinning projects’ valuable contribution to the economic development of the region.

Oman continued its winning ways in this year’s edition of the awards, scooping the GCC Power & Water Project of the Year with the Public Authority for Electricity &Water (PAEW)’s Construction of Emergency Water Storage

Flyovers, subway The Muscat Municipality’s Design & construction of underpasses & Flyovers Darsait-Al Wadi Al Kabir Road Project (nominated

by Larsen & Toubro- Oman) won the GCC Road &Bridge Project of the Year.

The project included the construction of flyovers and a subway, and the development of all junctions along the carriageway, and is helping to relieve the heavy traffic congestion in the area. One challenge that had to be overcome was the legacy of utilities dating

back several decades.

The project successfully relocated decades-old live, crisscrossing service networks along 133 kilometres by coordinating with more than 10 independent authorities.

It also diverted and managed the huge volumes of traffic by maintaining the same lane configuration and undertaking more than 725 small and big diversions without notable inconvenience to traffic or any major safety hazard.

The final winner from Oman was Al Taher Group Company’s Oman Avenues Mall Extension to Lulu Hypermarket in Bausher- Stage 2 Project (nominated

by SAM Engineering) which received the GCC Retail Project of the Year award.

Inaugurated in May 2015, Oman Avenues Mall has an estimated80,000 square metres of leasable area spread across five storeys, along with space to park about 3,400 vehicles.

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MARKET Oman Shipping posts $180m profit in 2015

F I N A N C I A L A N A LY S I S

Modern College team shortlisted for award Times News Service MUSCAT: A four-member student team from the Modern College of Business & Science has been shortlisted for the Financial Analysis Challenge (FAC) awards instituted jointly by the Sultan Qaboos University and Muscat Securities Market (MSM).

The Modern College team won the second round of the contest (presentation) and is among the final five teams selected by the Muscat Securities Market to be considered for the FAC awards, which will be declared on May 29 at the closing ceremony to be held at the Grand Hyatt.

The team comprising Miyyada Abdul latif Rajab Al Balushi, Umaima Ali Hassan Al Balushi, Haifa Darwish Firiya Al Bulushi and Huda Jama Ahmed entered the second round of the selection process by winning the first round along with seven other teams, where participants were required to analyse a listed company on MSM and submit a written report

to the Muscat bourse.

As many as 175 students from the Sultan Qaboos University, Sohar University, University of Nizwa, Modern College of Business & Science, Majan College, CBFS (College of Banking & Financial Studies), Higher College of Technology Muscat, Middle East College, Zahra College, Shinas Technical College and the College of Applied Sciences Nizwa had registered for the MSM Financial Analysis Competition.

Financial Analysis Challenge (FAC) is a competition managed by the Accounting Group at the College of Economics & Political Science under the Sultan Qaboos University, and Muscat Securities Market (MSM). FACwas designed to give students a chance to apply their financial analysis skills by performing an analysis of a company listed on MSM. It also aims at developing team skills.

The competition isco-sponsored by Bank Muscat, Oman Telecommunications Company (Omantel) and Oman Cables.

The significant profit came as a result of the good performance of the operations of the company’s business in general, and as a result of an improvement in the rental market of giant oil tankers

MUSCAT: Oman Shipping Company (OSC) was able to make a $180 million profit in 2015, indicating that this profit will be used to develop and expand the company’s business during the coming period.

Tariq bin Mohammed Al Junaidi, chief executive officer of OSC said in an interview with

QUA L I T Y R AT I N G

Oman News Agency (ONA) that achieving significant profit came as a result of the good performance of the operations of the company’s business in general, and as a result of an improvement in the rental market of giant oil tankers (as a result of the decline in world oil prices ) resulting from the increase in oil supply in global markets.

Al Junaidi also noted that OSC has begun to make profit since the first year of its establishment and did not suffer from any losses, only in two years, as a result of circumstances beyond the company’s abilities. He noted that the company invests 20-30 per cent to buy any tanker and the remaining sum would be financed by borrowing from local and international banks.

It very recently signed an agreement with Shell International to provide it with 10 ships to transport oil derivatives in 2015 and 2016. OSC provides them with five ships so far and the other ships will be provided at the end of the year, he said.

Shell rents these ships for up to 10 years in order to operate in the global market.

Al Junaidi said that the company runs and provides the technical support operations for 33 tank-

ers by one of its subsidiaries, the Oman Ship Management Company, while the rest of the tankers are operated by third parties.

He also noted that 60 per cent of the company’s tankers are under long-term contracts ranging from 15 to 20 years with large international companies, and reputable local companies, such as Oman LNG and Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries (Orpic) Oman Trading International (OTI), Salalah Methanol Company, Oman Vale Company, and Sohar Aluminium, while the rest of the company’s tankers are rented out on a daily basis via the spot market.

Al Junaidi said that OSC owns most of the ships, and sometimes hire some of the other vessels and then re-lease to customers.

The company owns 39 tankers and eight are chartered and re-leased tankers by contracts extended from one year to two years, depending on the project or the purpose for which they are used.

He also stressed that the shipping market is featured by great transparency and reacts quickly to the forces of supply and demand.

He said for example, OSC bought a ship for $31 million in 2013 while its price in 2008 was

more than US $50 million. The daily rent for one of the company’s ships is in the range of $18,000 in 2013. The average rent of that ship in 2015 rose to $55,000.

Al-Junaidi said that OSC was founded in 2003 and started in the liquefied natural gas sector from Qalhat by its tankers to the beneficiaries. OSC then turned to different transport sectors supported by the Government of the Sultanate by introducing the company as a national carrier to the national projects set up in the Sultanate, such as providing four supertankers to transport iron ore from Brazil to Sohar for Oman Vale company which founded iron smelter to form pellets that fall within the traditional iron industry.

Oman Oil Company and its subsidiaries, which owns 20 per cent of OSC, looks at the company in a complementary manner, where the company has provided solutions to transportation of oil products and their derivatives for their products from Orpic across the coast of Oman or in some cases outside the Sultanate, the transfer of methanol from Salalah Methanol Company, the transfer of the raw aluminium from Australia to Sohar Aluminium Company, and the transfer of oil products, traded by OHI worldwide. — ONA

WA L L S T R E E T

Al Rumais Training Institute US Federal Reserve reaction to gets ministry’s highest grade data barrage is focus for stocks Times News Service MUSCAT: Al Rumais Training Institute, the training and development arm of WJ Towell, for both management and workbased training, received first class rating from the Ministry of Manpower.

The institute’s staff comprises trained specialists in different areas including higher level management, English for business, administration courses and IT. On May 25, the institute said they have been given an official first class rating from the Ministry of Manpower. In order to receive such a high rating, the Ministry of Manpower demands the highest levels of management, trainers, programmes and facilities all assessed against rigorous national standards.

The function took place at the institute in the presence of the top management of the WJ Towell Group.

It was attended by representatives and clients from within both the private and public sectors.

Al Rumais Training Institute was established in 2013 and has grown significantly with an increasing number of students and a wide range of courses. The institute has the capacity to train up to 150 students simultaneously in

their modern facilities.

The state-of-the-art training facilities include a bespoke IT suite for 20 students, a work simulation lab where trainees can experience an operational office environment and an auditorium for up to two hundred delegates.

Motivation staff The board of directors of The WJ Towell Group has always been passionate about training and investing in all employees. They understand the importance and impact of training and development for motivating, rewarding and building morale and long term service, quality and loyalty among its staff members and customers.

Ali Abdul Hussain Shaban,

general manager – Systems and Resources Management said, “Competitive advantage is the key in today’s business environment.

Al Rumais Training Institute is playing a strategic role in developing our dynamic country and it aims to give clients and business partners the competitive edge for a successful future.”

At the event, 50 newly graduated trainees in English, IT, SME entrepreneurship, HR. simulation programmes, business and secretarial, customer service and retail received their certificates. They are now better prepared to enter the market place and to secure well paid and meaningful employment to enhance the future of Oman.

NEW YORK: Data on inflation and employment, two of the economic indicators most important to a ‘data-dependent’ United States Federal Reserve are expected next week.

While Fed policymakers will be looking at those numbers as they decide whether to raise key interest rates as soon as June, traders will read through them to try and get ahead of the Fed decision.

For most of the current bull market, stocks have sold off on expectations of tighter monetary policy. But they rose sharply over the past week as Fed-speak turned more hawkish.

The Fed has remained constant in using economic data to decide whether to raise the Fed funds rate. On Friday, Fed chair Janet Yellen said that if current economic conditions hold, a rate hike over the next few months would be ‘appropriate’.

However, stocks have not yet priced in a rate hike in June or even July, according to analysts at Bank of America/Merrill Lynch.

“The vast majority of ‘hawkish’ industries (which have outperformed when rate hikes have been pulled forward by the market) are still cheap, while most ‘dovish’ industries (which have outperformed

when rate hikes have been pushed out) are still expensive,” the bank’s analysts said in a Friday note.

They list consumer finance, banks and insurance among industries that appear cheap while beverages, real estate investment trusts and electric utilities still rank as expensive even though they benefit from policy the Fed seems to be walking away from.

Financials led the way on the S&P 500 on Friday. If next week’s data continues to point to a hike from the Fed, banks will likely continue to outperform, as higher interest rates mean increased returns for lending. - Reuters

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Workshop held to review results of 'Origin Oman' campaign Times News Service MUSCAT: A workshop to highlight and discuss results of an evaluation process made on Origin Oman campaign was organised recently by Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (PEIE) in collaboration with the London Marketing Office.

The workshop was held at Shangri-La’s Barr Al Jissah in the presence of Chief Executive Officers of local companies.

Eng. Basim bin Ali Al Nassri, Director General of Marketing and Media at PEIE, noted that the study has been carried out to evaluate the real return to the subscribers in Origin Oman Campaign through focusing on certain tools.

Series of questions “A series of questions were addressed to the targets including those with regard to the campaign’s website, effectiveness of the exhibitions held as part of the campaign, and whether there is a real follow-up on the investments and businesses that were gener-

ated through the campaign,” he informed.

He added that this workshop represents phase three of the evaluation process.

“The first phase constituted direct interviews with a number of CEOs, VIPs and specialists in the field in order to identify the challenges facing Omani products as well as benefit from their rich experience in the field.”

“Phase two of the process included an online survey for the companies and Origin Oman website’s subscribers. The questions addressed in the survey aimed at helping in understand the way the campaign works and to what extent it has been achieving its objectives,” he added.

“The third phase represents this workshop that aims at highlighting the outcomes of the interviews and survey and thus discussing them to generate further views in an effort to serve the public interest and boost the value of Omani products,” Al Nassri pointed out.

He added that PEIE has been undertaking a series of activities,

ECONOMY

Japan’s Abe plans up to $90.7 billion stimulus package TOKYO: Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe plans to propose a fiscal stimulus package of as much as 10 trillion yen ($90.7 billion) after warning Group of Seven (G7) leaders that the global economy faces significant risk of another crisis, according to the Nikkei newspaper.

Abe will seek a second supplementary budget worth 5 trillion yen to 10 trillion yen after July’s upper-house election, the Nikkei reported on Saturday without attribution. Proposals will include accelerating the construction of a magnetic-levitation train line from Nagoya to Osaka, issuing vouchers to boost consumer spending, increasing pay for childcare workers and setting up a scholarship fund, the Nikkei said.

“When you want to get the economy going, as long as demand in Asia is weak, you need additional public spending,” Martin Schulz, a senior economist at Fujitsu Research Institute in Tokyo, said by phone. “Since private spending is still not picking up, the government is simply taking up the slack.”

Abe is getting closer to delaying an increase in Japan’s sales tax, saying on Friday he’ll make a decision before an upper-house election this summer on whether to go ahead with a planned hike in the levy next April to 10 per cent, from 8 per cent. A formal announcement of a two-year delay is expected Wednesday at the close of the parliamentary session, the Nikkei reported.

This would be the second postponement by Abe, as the tax was initially scheduled to be raised in October 2015. An increase in the levy in 2014 pushed Japan into a recession. Abe had previously said the tax hike would be delayed only if there was a shock on the scale of a major earthquake or a corporate collapse like that of Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. Since the previous tax hike, the economy has swung between

Eng. Basim bin Ali Al Nassri.

Werner Bullen.

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initiatives and event to promote and develop Omani products.

“A number of mobile exhibitions for Omani products have been held in the various governorates of Oman in addition to exhibitions held in the hypermarkets and com-

mercial centres. A number of Omani products exhibitions were also organised in schools in line with a MoU that was signed with the Ministry of Education to disseminate awareness on Omani products in the school communities.”

“Moreover, PEIE has launched a new website for the campaign. It has also participated in organising OPEX events in Riyadh, Jeddah, Doha, Dubai and Addis Ababa in cooperation with thePublic Authority for Investment Promotion and Export Development (Ithraa), and Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI),” Al Nassri said.

“PEIE has also represented the Sultanate for the fifth consecutive year at Gulfood event through a pavilion embracing Omani companies. Adding to these initiatives, a team specialised in designing and packaging has been formed to undertake efforts aiming at developing the shape of locally manufactured products in terms of their design and packaging aspects. All these initiatives in addition to the presence in various media means have played a significant role in uplifting the presence of Omani products locally and externally and enhance the confidence of the consumers,” he added.

On his part, Werner Bullen,

Popularity of campaign “The study also aims at understanding the expectations and real return of the participants in the campaign, the popularity of the campaign, to what extent the ROI is different according to market segment (e.g. food, industrial products), and whether exhibitions like OPEX and other activities are profitable or not for the participants. Based upon the recommendations collected, we define a long term strategy for development. The main goal is to change Origin Oman into a real business or profit centre where everything is monitored in order to be improved,” Bullen commented.

The workshop ended with discussions and more ideas were generated to contribute to the final output of the study.

Bayer close to choosing banks to arrange funds Bayer will probably raise more than $40 billion in short-term bridge financing and most of the remainder in term loans, said the people, who asked

Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe . — Bloomberg News

Managing Director of London Marketing Office said that this study aspires at raising awareness on the importance of purchasing locally manufactured products and services bearing the Origin Oman logo.

not to be identified

IN NEGOTIATION: The German company interviewed lenders at its headquarters in Leverkusen this week and is likely to select about half a dozen banks next week, the people said. — Bloomberg file picture

Providing the terms of the funding may help allay Monsanto’s concerns about the financing and let talks advance on Bayer’s bid to become the world’s biggest supplier of farm chemicals and seeds

because the talks contraction and growth, with consumer spending remaining weak.

Bank of Japan Governor Haruhiko Kuroda has struggled to spur inflation despite record asset purchases and negative interest rates. Consumer prices excluding fresh food fell 0.3 per cent in April from a year earlier, after dropping by the same amount in March, data released Friday showed.

Meanwhile, the yen has surged about 9 per cent versus the dollar this year, threatening profits for exporters including Toyota Motor and weighing on the nation’s stock market. The benchmark Topix index has fallen 13 per cent in 2016.

The stimulus package would be the second this fiscal year after Japan approved a 778 billion yen supplementary budget this month to aid recovery from earthquakes in the Kumamoto region.

The G7 industrial nations will use “all policy tools — monetary, fiscal and structural — individually and collectively to strengthen global demand and address supply constraints while continuing our efforts to put debt on a sustainable path,” the group said in a statement on Friday after a two-day summit in central Japan. — Bloomberg News

are private

LONDON: Bayer is close to choosing banks to arrange funds for its proposed acquisition of Monsanto, according to people familiar with the matter, after the US company rejected the initial $62 billion bid as too low and sought reassurances on the potential financing.

Bayer will probably raise more than $40 billion in short-term bridge financing and most of the remainder in term loans, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the talks are private. The German company interviewed lenders at its headquarters in Leverkusen this week and is likely to select about half a dozen banks next week, the people said.

Funding negotiations are ongoing and the amounts could change, the people said. Banks are likely to offer additional financing to give Bayer room to increase its offer if needed, said the people. A spokesman for Bayer declined to comment.

Providing the terms of the fund-

ing may help allay Monsanto’s concerns about the financing and let talks advance on Bayer’s bid to become the world’s biggest supplier of farm chemicals and seeds.

On Tuesday, Monsanto said that while the original offer was inadequate, it’s open to further negotiations. Bayer remains confident about reaching an agreement on the deal, which would be the largest this year and biggest ever by a German company.

Bridge loans Bayer is considering selling convertible debt for $2 billion to $3 billion, two of the people said.

Banks are offering $40 billion to $50 billion in bridge loans, the people said. These are short-term funds provided by lenders in an acquisition while the buyer arranges longer-term funding such as term loans and bonds. The term loans could total more than $20 billion, one of the people said.

Bank of America and Credit Suisse Group are Bayer’s main advisers and financiers. Rothschild is also advising Bayer.

Shares of Bayer closed 0.4 per cent lower at 85.33 euros in Frankfurt on Friday. The stock

has dropped 15 per cent since May 11, the day before Bloomberg News reported that Bayer was exploring a possible bid. Monsanto, which has climbed 21 per cent in the same period, closed 0.1 per cent lower at $109.49 in New York on Friday.

In unveiling its May 10 offer of $122 a share in cash, Bayer said the transaction would be funded with a combination of debt and equity, with about a quarter of the $62 billion in enterprise value coming from selling shares to existing investors. Bayer may also sell new hybrid bonds “to a very limited extent,” while relying largely on senior debt, Chief Financial Officer Johannes M. Dietsch told analysts on Monday.

Bayer will probably make a higher bid, Jonas Oxgaard, an analyst with Sanford C. Bernstein in New York, said on Tuesday in a note, adding that an offer below $135 per share would be “challenging” for Monsanto to agree to. The offered price is unlikely to go beyond $140 a share, according to Jeffrey Holford, an analyst at Jefferies.

Moody’s Investors Service on Tuesday placed Bayer’s A3 credit

rating under review for a downgrade because of the Monsanto offer. Fitch Ratings also said it may cut the rating by from A to BBB, the lowest investmentgrade level.

Clashes, disputes Monsanto is the largest seed supplier and a pioneer of genetically modified crops, which in the two decades since their introduction have come to account for the majority of corn and soybeans grown in the US. The company has become vulnerable to a takeover as a number of problems piled up this year: Monsanto has cut its earnings forecast, clashed with some of the world’s largest commodity-trading companies and become locked in disputes with the governments of Argentina and India.

Bayer, a 152-year-old company, was founded by two friends who made dyes from coal-tar derivatives. Over the following decades, they expanded into other chemicals and pharmaceuticals, introducing heroin as a cough remedy in 1896 and then aspirin, the world’s first blockbuster drug, in 1899. — Bloomberg News

EURO ZONE CRISIS

Greek deal finally struck after late-night call to IMF chief

Christine Lagarde.

— Bloomberg file picture

BRUSSELS: Another sleepless night in Brussels before another debt deal with Greece. So far, so routine in the euro zone crisis.

But for once it was not highstakes calls to Athens that kept Europe’s finance ministers up into the early hours. This time they were kept waiting for IMF officials to yield after months of wrangling with Greece’s euro zone creditors over the Fund’s demands that the Europeans give Athens debt relief.

The wait ended when absent International Monetary Fund (IMF) chief Christine Lagarde was reached on the phone as she travelled in Asia by her representatives in the room at the European Council’s headquarters in Brussels.

But the signs of indecision in the IMF have prompted ques-

tions among EU officials about the Washington-based Fund’s commitment to rejoining their bailout for Greece — and about whether it is worth working with it in future.

Even Finnish Finance Minister Alexander Stubb, an ally of Germany in insisting on an IMF role as a guarantor for northern European voters that the Greeks will not squander their money, wondered out loud this week whether the euro zone should keep trying to get the Fund involved again “at any price”.

Questions about the IMF’s engagement were raised by about a dozen senior officials in private conversations with Reuters since the agreement was reached.

At 2am on Wednesday, Dutch Finance Minister Jeroen Dijsselblo-

em presented a “breakthrough” deal under which the euro zone agreed to criteria for granting Greece relief on what it owes them in 2018. Poul Thomsen, the IMF’s director for Europe, pledged to seek IMF board approval for resuming its role in the bailout.

The agreement ended almost a year of Transatlantic argument in which Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras’s cash-strapped government has often been little more than a spectator.

The IMF says Athens’s debt burden is unsustainable and refused to be part of a third bailout package agreed by the euro zone in August unless the Europeans — not the Fund itself — rescheduled some of their loans. Some Europeans, led by veteran German Finance Min-

ister Wolfgang Schaeuble, refused.

Schaeuble says Athens can survive for now and may be in a better position to pay in the future, and that writing off its debts would create a “moral hazard” that could undermine confidence.

Difficult conversations During the negotiations this week, euro zone officials said they were startled by what they saw as unusually intense and difficult conversations among Thomsen and other IMF officials, and notably by the way in which the Dane had to wait for hours to reach Lagarde before finally accepting the accord.

“It seemed the IMF couldn’t agree on a common position among themselves,” said a senior euro zone official, who noted the

Fund’s top lawyer had flown in from Washington to vet the deal.

IMF officials said the delay was largely a matter of the logistics in reaching Lagarde, a former French finance minister, who was visiting Kazakhstan before going to the Group of Seven summit in Japan.

Nor was it unusual to wait for her green light.

Another European official said Thomsen seemed “frustrated” during a final 10-minute call he made to Lagarde from a corridor outside the meeting room. He was heard saying the Fund should not agree but seemed to lose the argument, the EU official said.

A final call was “typical in such cases”, Rice added: “The managing director fully backed Poul’s position.” — Reuters

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Al Hashar holds blood donation camp ISWK holds investiture ceremony MUSCAT: In keeping with its pro-community corporate culture, Al Hashar Group, one of the Sultanate of Oman’s oldest and most eminent companies, organised its annual blood donation camp at its head office in Azaiba recently.

Over 100 employees donated blood under the supervision of specialists and officials from the Ministry of Health. The camp was arranged and organised through the Central Blood Bank, says a press release.

“There is a demand and supply gap in the Sultanate when it comes to blood, and more blood donation efforts are needed to bridge this gap.

Business firms play a valuable role in ensuring that the Sultanate has sufficient stock of blood, by organising blood donation drives and encouraging as many employees as possible to take part in them,” a Ministry of Health official commented.

Commenting on the blood donation drive, a senior manager at Al Hashar Group said, “Giving blood does truly save lives, and it is a way in which each of us as individuals can express our gratitude to society and to the country.

“Al Hashar Group has always stood for the community. We are very glad that the number of our employees willingly coming forward to donate blood has been increasing over the years.”

“Undertaking projects and other activities which enhance the welfare of people is an integral part of the corporate value system nurtured by Al Hashar Group, a value system that has been imbibed, accepted, and added to by the entire workforce,” he added, while thanking the Ministry of Health and the Central Blood Bank for their organisation and efforts which made the camp a success.

MUSCAT: The office bearers of the Indian School Al Wadi Al Kabir (2016-2017) of the primary section, both the morning and the afternoon shifts, were invested and administered oath in a glittering ceremony held at the multi-purpose hall of the senior school recently.

The chief guest Colonel Emmanuel Couëspel du Mesnil, French defence attaché, from the French Embassy, attended the programme. Accompanied by the members of the school management committee, and other dignitaries, he inaugurated the programme with the lighting of the lamp, says a press release.

The handing-over ceremony of the house flags from the house masters and mistresses of all four houses –Vivekananda, Tagore, Akbar and Ashoka to their nextin-line was followed by confer-

ring of badges on the members of the students’ head council as well as the prefects.

The swearing-in ceremony was conducted impressively wherein the chief guest administered oath to the invested student council members. Thereafter, the responsibilities and duties of the council members were sealed by the head boys and head girls affixing their signatures on the written pledge on behalf of the entire student council body. The chief guest signed the document as witness

to the same. The Colonel in his speech emphasised the role of education in children’s lives today and urged the need to focus on education for growth, both in India and France.

A short inspiring video on leadership was shown to the young office bearers of ISWK to pump up the proud feeling of being a leader. The school’s western choir won the hearts of the audience through their wonderful rendering of the song Light the Candles around the World.

OTE named as Hyundai’s Best Middle East and Africa Dealer The award was presented to Sheikh Saad Suhail Bahwan, chairman, OTE Group, at the 2016 Hyundai Africa & Middle East Dealers Convention held in Korea, MUSCAT: The OTE Group has added yet another feather to its cap by winning the Hyundai Best Middle East Dealer for after sales, for delivering class-leading customer service experience for its customers in the Sultanate.

The award was presented to Sheikh Saad Suhail Bahwan, chairman, OTE Group, at the 2016 Hyundai Africa & Middle East Dealers Convention held in Korea.

Anil Dua, managing director, OTE Group was also present in the convention, says a press release.

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Extensive network The Hyundai brand offers an extensive network of service centres across the country. The largest OTE Hyundai Service Centre in Oman is located at Ghala. This facility underwent a major infrastructure expansion and now

boasts of a first of its kind multilevel parking with capacity of 300 plus vehicles. The facility also introduced a token system to reduce wait times while additional service staff, larger technical support team and enhanced automation levels together went into the making of a seamless service delivery experience for customers. Service level enhancements at facilities across the network have further ensured that Hyundai customers in Oman experience the same levels of service delight, as compared to global standards.

The prestigious award of Hyundai’s top After Sales Distributor of 2015 is a clear recognition of the levels of service that Hyundai customers in Oman enjoy.

OTE Group represents the brand Hyundai in the Sultanate of Oman. With a nationwide network of showrooms and service centres, OTE Group ensures that no matter where you are, you are never too far from your Hyundai centre.

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Malabar Gold offers chance to win upto 10kg of gold MUSCAT: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, the prominent jewellery retailer unfolded the details of its much awaited campaign to celebrate the onset of summer. This campaign will run at all Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ outlets located in the GCC until July 24.

The campaign launching this season gives customers an exclusive chance to win upto 10 kilos of gold with purchase of gold and diamond jewellery. With every purchase of gold jewellery worth OMR50, customers get a chance to enter raffle draws to win 1/4 kg of gold each in a week. Those who buy diamond jewellery worth OMR50 will get 2 raffle coupons, doubling their chances to win, says a press release.

Adding to the above, the customers can update any of their old ornaments purchased from GCC with the brand new enticing collection of Malabar Gold & Diamonds without any loss. Any 22K old gold ornaments purchased from GCC can be exchanged with Malabar Gold & Diamonds designs by paying only making charges ensuring they don’t lose any value on the rate of gold.

“It is our constant endeavour to ensure that Hyundai customers in Oman receive class-leading service and aftersales experience.

This award further inspires and motivates us towards ensuring customer delight. Hyundai service in Oman is ranked as the finest in the Middle East region. It is an honour for us and a testimony of OTE’s commitment for customers in the Sultanate,” commented Sheikh Saad Suhail Bahwan, at this rewarding moment.

As one of the most popular car

brands in Oman, Hyundai has a wide range of sedans and SUVs offered with various engine options and trim options.

Hyundai sedan range in Oman include: Accent, Elantra, Sonata & Azera, apart from the trendy Veloster. i10, i20, i30, i40 form the cutting edge ‘i’ series range, designed to meet global customer needs. Hyundai SUV range - Tucson, Santa Fe, Grand Santa Fe and Veracruz are also acclaimed for their capability and appeal.

In the luxury cars segment, Centennial and Genesis have made a niche for themselves and have won the hearts of analysts and customers alike.

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The customers also get a fabulous chance to buy 22K 8gm gold coins with absolutely no making charges from any of Malabar Gold & Diamonds outlets in GCC during this period.

Customer satisfaction and convenience is the top priority at Malabar Gold & Diamonds. Keeping this in mind, it also provides additional services like unique exchange offers, buyback policies, lifetime free repair and maintenance service for all their products.

Adding more sparkle to the glitter of gold, Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ have also incorporated the latest designs in its collections to suit the tastes of its multicultural customer segments. Customers

can buy their favourite jewellery by using their credit/debit cards without paying any additional charge. Malabar Gold & Diamonds also gives their customers the advantage of converting their jewellery purchase into ‘Easy Payment Plans’ in association with various banks through which they can enjoy flexible payment options for up to 12 instalments without paying any interest.

Malabar Gold & Diamonds also offers exquisite and beautiful jewellery as a part of various brands presented namely Ethnix - Handcrafted Designer Jewellery, Era - Uncut Diamond jewellery, Mine - Diamonds Unlimited, DivineIndian Heritage jewellery, Precia - Precious Gem jewellery, Solitaire One – An exclusive solitaire brand, NV – Trendy 18K Gold jewelry, Ago Bay – Pearl jewellery and Starlet - Kids jewellery.

This holiday season, Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ provides customers with the most attractive offers, definitely not worth a miss. Its mesmerising collection and exclusive offers can be availed in all outlets of Malabar Gold & Diamonds’ in the Gulf.

Bank Sohar partners with Dar Al Atta’a for Ramadan ration packs' distribution MUSCAT: With the holy month of Ramadan approaching, Bank Sohar, under the framework of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities, partnered with Dar Al Atta’a in sponsoring and supporting their initiative to distribute Ramadan ration packs to hundreds of families in Oman.

This marks the bank’s second CSR-related donation of the year and 6th consecutive year in which the bank supports Dar Al Atta’a initiatives that focus on having a significant positive impact on our society. The donation cheque was handed over at Dar Al Atta’a head office to Nada Al Jamali, board member at Dar Al Atta’a by Mazin Mahmood Al Raisi, S. AGM and head of Marketing and Customer Experience at Bank Sohar, says a press release.

Commenting on the bank’s contribution, Munira Abdulnabi Macki, GM of HR and Corporate Support at Bank Sohar said, “The holy month of Ramadan is a time for solidarity and selflessness, it is a time of giving and of helping those in need. Dar Al Atta’a is an association that exemplifies these attributes; not just during the holy month, but throughout the

year. As such, we are honoured to have partnered with them for such a heart-warming initiative.

In fact, as part of this partnership and support staff volunteers from the bank have also assisted Dar Al Atta’a with the distribution of these packs.”

Thanking Bank Sohar for its continuous support, Maryam Al

Zadjali, chairperson for Dar Al Atta’a said, “On behalf of Dar Al Atta’a, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Bank Sohar for their on-going support. We look forward to working closely with the bank’s staff for this year Ramadan. I am confident that, with their help, we can make this initiative a grand success.”

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of performance and style, the all-new Ford Mustang is the next chapter in the life of one of the world’s most iconic cars

MUSCAT: Even after decades of having made an iconic mark globally, the Ford Mustang is anything but neutral.

To this day the Mustang remains one of the most widely recognised, respected and desired nameplates in the automobile business. When you drive a Mustang there is no doubt that you’ll rave about your experience for long, beginning with its signature roar. Mustangs are probably the most desired all American muscle cars by many around the world, says a press release.

Recently according to company analysis of the most recent registration data from IHS Automotive, Ford Mustang became the world’s best-selling sports coupe.

Ford sold around 110,000 Mustang Coupes globally in 2015 – topping all other sports coupe competitors.

Loaded with innovative technologies and delivering high levels of performance and style, the allnew Mustang is the next chapter in the life of one of the world’s most iconic cars. The way Mustang looks, drives and sounds is key to the visceral experience that makes

drivers just want to get in the driver’s seat and hit the road. The Mustang is the first car to offer four, eight-cylinder engines that each produces at least 300 horsepower.

With more powertrain options to choose from, there is a Mustang to fit any lifestyle. The upgraded 5.0-litre V8 is joined by an all-new 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine that brings state-of-the-art technology to Mustang.

Mustang GT continues with the latest edition of the throaty 5.0-litre V8, now featuring an upgraded valvetrain and cylinder heads that help boost output to 421 PS and 530 Nm of torque. Drivers will appreciate smoother shifts from the updated manual gearbox, while a reworked automatic transmission features new steering wheelmounted shift paddles for drivers who want the choice between convenience and control.

The clean-sheet design of both Mustang fastback and convertible evokes the essential character of the brand, retaining key design elements – including the long sculpted hood and short rear deck – with contemporary execution. Design and performance are two of the essential attributes that have made Mustang appeal to millions of fans for five decades. Mustang features all-new front and rear suspension

systems. At the front, a new perimeter subframe helps to stiffen the structure while reducing mass, providing a better foundation for more predictable wheel control that benefits handling, steering and ride.

At the rear is an all-new integrallink independent rear suspension.

The geometry, springs, dampers and bushings all have been specifically modified and tuned for this high-performance application.

New aluminium rear knuckles help reduce unsprung mass for improved ride and handling.

The feeling of freedom and confidence Mustang instils in its drivers is amplified when they can take control of how the car behaves. On a twisty back road or a weekend track day, the driver can tap the toggle switches on the console to quickly adjust steering effort, engine response, and transmission and electronic stability control settings using the available selectable drive modes to create the perfect Mustang at any time.

The advanced new Ford-developed stability control system is tuned to maximise Mustang’s dynamic capabilities. When the time comes to turn up the wick at the track, Mustang GT includes standard launch control on manualtransmission models that enables

drivers to achieve smooth, consistent starts every time.

When it’s time to back off and relax for the drive home, available advanced driver-assist features including Blind Spot Information System with cross-traffic alert and adaptive cruise control can help ease the load, while SYNC AppLink lets drivers control their smartphone apps to listen to their favourite form of entertainment.

The Mustang features a significant amount of innovative technologies providing drivers with enhanced information, control and connectivity when they want it. From Intelligent Access with push-button start to SYNC and MyKey in every Mustang built, plus standard Track Apps, MyColor gauges and a new Shaker Pro Audio System, drivers will be able to customise their time behind the wheel.

Ford vehicles are known the world over for their exceptional safety, luxury and unsurpassed technological superiority.

Ford ploughs in millions of dollars into R&D each year to ensure that every Ford offers maximum safety and motoring pleasure for its customers.

In Oman, Ford vehicles are brought to you by Arabian Car Marketing Co.

DUBAI: Averda and the Municipality of Dubai have commissioned the first Smart Recycling Centre in Dubai, the first project of its kind across the GCC. The Centre is located in Al Manara Centre parking, Al Safa 2 and high ranking officials of Dubai Municipality and Averda attended its inauguration.

An exclusive partnership between Averda and Dubai Municipality, the project comprised equipping the recycling centre with solar panels to ensure its energy efficiency and minimal environmental impact whilst the recycling bins are provided with intelligent relay sensors, feeding various accurate data back to Averda’s monitoring stations, including alerts when the bins are nearing their maximum intake capacity, says a press release.

A key feature of this recently inaugurated recycling centre is represented by its environmental friendly characteristics: not only does the recycling centre support Dubai Municipality’s commitment to enforcing a highly sustainable waste management policy but, also, only recycled materials have been used for the construction of the centre: the floors are made of recycled wood, the main container body frame is from a recycled 20 feet shipping container and the power used to operate the centre is generated fully by solar panels.

The Recycling Centre is monitored remotely via smart sensors fitted to its compartments, is monitored by CCTV and is also equipped with an automatic motion sensor that will activate an audio welcoming message for the users.

Safety being a priority across all Averda’s operations, the newly commissioned Recycling Centre makes no exception: automatic fire extinguishers are fixed onto the centre’s internal ceiling and the dry chemical powder they are using can handle flammable liquid, flammable gas, carbonaceous and electrical fires.

Averda, in close co-operation with Dubai Municipality, plans to commission other similar fully automated Recycling Centres across Dubai in 2016, to ensure that these meet the strategic objectives of Dubai Municipality’s Waste Recycling and Waste Awareness programmes.

Oussama Natour, MD AverdaUAE said: “Although there are certain countries in the world that currently use solar panel operated recycling stations, until today there were none in the UAE. We are fully committed to increasing recycling awareness in Dubai and are extremely proud and honoured of our achievement. We can only hope that Averda will contribute to Dubai being recognised as a leader in Mena region in terms of its approach to waste recycling.”

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SBA: The official distributors of Kyoto Japan, Amaron and Lukoil in Oman MUSCAT: Suhai Bahwan Automobiles (SBA) is the exclusive and official distributor of Kyoto Japan Tyre Group, Amara Raja Batteries Limited and Lukoil Lubricants in the Sultanate of Oman. All these brands envisage expanding their collaboration with SBA to new heights, says a press release.

Kyoto Japan SBA and Kyoto started their cooperation in 2013.

Kyoto Japan Tyre Group produce a wide range of tyres, lubricants, additives and maintenance-free batteries; promoted internationally under the corporate slogan of ‘Symbol of Quality & Performance’.

The international popularity of Kyoto Japan products is based on having a ‘family of superior products’ offering unique values which are summarised under the following 5 principles: Safety, driving comfort & high performance, warranty through SBA automobiles in Oman, eco-friendly and fuel economy and competitive pricing.

Truck & bus, light-truck, 4x4, SUV, UHP & passenger car tyres as well as industrial, off-the-road, mining & agricultural tyres are manufactured under latest Japanese technology, know-how and state-of-the-art design. Patterns are generated by experienced and professional engineers based

on highest performance criteria adapted for regional road and driving conditions.

Kyoto Japan tyre components are of highest quality based on 100% virgin rubbers, prime quality steel cords and other reinforcements using latest manufacturing techniques.

Fuel efficiency, wet-grip and braking distance, and noise level using clean and environmentallyfriendly oils and additives are the major elements for product development and manufacture. All tyres carry the European Union EcoFriendly approved labels which guarantee primarily driving safety and comfort while taking into account economical consumption issues.

Amaron batteries Amaron and SBA started their

cooperation in 2011.

Amara Raja Batteries Limited (ARBL), in collaboration with Johnson Controls Inc., USA, is the largest manufacturer of Standby Valve Regulated Lead Acid batteries in the Indian Ocean Rim region. It offers an extensive range of India’s most powerful zeromaintenance batteries.

Amara Raja’s fully integrated world-class manufacturing facility is situated in Andhra Pradesh, India. Amaron batteries incorporate the latest technological advances in the field of captive power and are on par with batteries manufactured and marketed anywhere in the world.

Lukoil Lukoil is one of the largest oil companies in the world and among the top 10 largest lubri-

cant players in the world.

The company develops production and distribution of lubricants in Russia and foreign countries. In terms of lubricants production volumes, Lukoil is among the top 10 players of lubricants in the world.

Over a period of 10 years, Lukoil International has successfully set up and improved production and sales focused on achieving its stated strategic goals. The company sells its production in 63 countries around the world and develops new markets.

Product range: Engine and transmission oils for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, special & small machineries, industrial oils- hydraulic, gear oils etc., coolants, greases and process oils- flushing oils, antifreezes, cooling fluids etc.

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Maisarah’s new outlet serves Ibri customers The 10th branch of Maisarah Islamic Banking Services was inaugurated at Araqi in the wilayat of Ibri

MUSCAT: In yet another addition to its expanding network of branches across the Sultanate, Maisarah Islamic Banking Services, BankDhofar’s Islamic window, recently celebrated the official inauguration of its 10th branch in Araqi, wilayat of Ibri.

The event was held at the newly opened branch under the auspices of Sheikh Saleh Dhiab Al Rabiey, Wali of Ibri, and was attended by members of BankDhofar and Maisarah’s senior executive management, staff, guests

and senior government officials, says a press release.

The inauguration of Maisarah’s 10th branch comes within efforts by the Islamic banking window to lead the Islamic financial industry

in the Sultanate, stressing on its commitment to provide innovative Sharia-compliant products and world-class services to cater to more customers nationwide.

As part of Maisarah’s expan-

sion plan, Araqi branch has been opened to fulfil the market demand for Islamic finance solutions and Islamic banking products and services.

The new branch is strategically located in Araqi and it has started serving customers from the wilayat of Ibri and the neighbouring areas. Today Maisarah’s branch network covers the Governorates of Muscat, Dakhiliyah, Batinah, Sharqiyah, Dhofar, Dhahirah.

Maisarah offers a wide range of Shariah-compliant financial solutions, products and services that cater to the needs of its retail and corporate customers. Maisarah plans to expand its presence across the Sultanate through the addition of new branches.

As part of its future growth plan, the Islamic banking service provider plans to distinguish itself by focusing on prominent customer service, developing and launching new products, and investing in technology to provide the best customer experience in timely and convenient manner.

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Le Petit Paris offers delectable French pastries MUSCAT: Le Petit Paris, France’s most sought-after pastry has forayed in to the Sultanate of Oman aiming to cater to the yearning Omani folks with a slice of diverse and delectable French pastries.

Located in Mawaleh right behind the Holiday Inn Hotel, Le Petit is the result of a project by passionate people enriched by their experience acquired alongside the greatest French pastry chefs, chocolatiers, bakers and ice cream makers. Le Petit presents its wide range of gourmet products made with selected high quality ingredients. For those of you looking for prestigious products, with different flavours and an original look, your creativity will be satisfied, says a press release.

Its diverse and assorted French pastries include breads, baguettes, whole wheat, multigrain, buns for special occasions; Danish pastries including croissants, pains au chocolat, pains aux raisins, mini pastries; Gourmet pastries which

show off Le Petit creativity, its expertise and the makers’ love for the product. Macaroons, which unite tradition and modernity and last but not the least, a range of exceptional ice creams made with meticulously selected ingredients.

They are available in a varied range of classic and original flavours.

“I am passionate about pastry and I love discovering new cultures and tastes, that is why in my pastry, as a chef I try to use my skills that I developed with some of the best bakers and pastry chefs in France at the service of innovation by creating new products with an Omani touch,” said Hermann Abdelatif Ferga, production manager, pastry chef and baker. “They include Omani halwa macaron, Luban Ice cream, Arabic coffee macaron, brioche with Omani honey and dates,” he added.

“Quality and excellence are a priority for us. 90 per cent of the ingredients we use are local. Our particularity is the support that we

get from skilled experts in bakery and pastry from France,” Abdullah Al Battashi, CEO added.

“Our very concept is freshness, homemade and seasonal and our recipes are tailored and customised to retain authentic French taste but slightly modified to suit Omani population preferences.

Some products are the result of a fusion cuisine French Omani: Macaron Omani Halwa, luban ice cream,” Ferga said.

At Le Petit Paris, recipes are subject to constant updation and

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are changed from time to time to provide consumers variety and novelty. In order to reach its guests at their homes, catering for events (mini pastries, birthday cakes, pyramid of macarons), and corporate offers are also currently available.

“Since our soft opening in last October, the response has been tremendous and we are very happy for the nice feedback since the opening and we are happy to note that many Omanis and expatriates have already fallen in love with our products and breads,” added Ferga.

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Bank Sohar sponsors GCC New Age Banking Summit MUSCAT: As part of its commitment towards supporting the development of the local economy and the banking industry as a whole in the country, Bank Sohar recently sponsored the GCC New Age Banking Summit.

The summit provided a unique platform for banking and finance professionals to discuss the new developments in global banking and debate on the focus areas for Omani banks. Held under the auspices of His Highness Sayyid Taimur bin Tarik Al Said, and with Hamood Sangour Al Zadjali, the executive president of the Central Bank of Oman, as the chief guest and keynote speaker, the event took place at the Crowne Plaza Muscat recently, says a press release.

Representing Bank Sohar at the event were Rashad Ali Al Musafir, acting CEO, Khalfan Rashid Al Taley, DGM and head of Central Operations, Mustafa Ali Mukhtar, DGM and head of Corporate Banking, Mujahid Said Al Zadjali, DGM of IT and Alternate Channels and Mazin Mahmood Al Raisi, Sr. AGM of Marketing and Customer Experience; alongside other senior members of the Bank.

Commenting on the bank’s sponsorship of the event, Rashad said, “Technology continues to be a major enabler of the transformation of the banking industry.

Events such as these provide a broader understanding of how local banks can best utilise and adopt innovative new technologies in order to optimise internal and external processes, as well as develop more consumer focused products, services and solutions.

In doing so we can further enhance the value of customer relationships and positively impact the growth of several segments of the banking industry within the country. This is why we consider our support of events such as

these as part of our commitment to the Sultanate, its economy and the businesses that operate within it.”

Hosting a line-up of expert regional and global industry speakers, the GCC New Age Banking Summit provided the audience with expert insights on disruptive technologies, global banking trends and new age customer needs. It offered a global and regional perspective for bankers, holding discussions covering various sections of the banking industry, ranging from digital transformation and new age banking to financial innovations and banking regulations in the GCC. It even featured sessions on Omni channel banking as well as risks and compliance.

A key focus of the event was driving efficiency across various channels for better monetisation as well as the need to be in line with regulatory norms while embracing digitisation.

“One of the most important aspects of participating in events such as these is the opportunity we get to network with industry peers, experts and key banking solution providers. This allows us to share ideas, build contacts and work towards a more cohesive banking network,” added Rashad.

Bank Sohar over the past nine years of operations has earned itself a reputation of offering world-class products, services and expertise to its customers together with top-of-the-line e-banking services. Under the umbrella of Al Mumayaz online banking service, the bank offers customers real time access to their accounts users a bouquet of services including Intra-Bank and local banks transfers, account statement downloads in multiple formats, instant transfers to a leading bank in India, online bill payment, cheque book requests and much more.

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From attractive cash gift, free periodic maintenance service

Fayeda Travel gets ISO certification

package to fuel card, free registration, extended mileage warranty, there is much to win for the Nissan Sentra customers

MUSCAT: As part of the ongoing ‘Season of Rewards’ Ramadan offer, Nissan Oman is offering a range of unlimited benefits for the patrons of Nissan Sentra, a favourite among auto enthusiasts in Oman.

Offering customers of Nissan Sentra (1.6L and 1.8L), to choose from a surfeit of attractive value propositions Nissan Oman from the house of Suhail Bahwan Automobiles (SBA) is giving more benefits than ever before.

From attractive cash gift, free periodic maintenance service package to fuel card, free registra-

tion, extended mileage warranty – there is much to win for the Nissan Sentra patrons. Not just that, they also get a chance to participate in a grand raffle. Besides there are additional benefits on purchase of second vehicle in family as well as a part of loyalty scheme, says a press release.

Assured cash gift Under the ‘Season of Rewards’ offer, customers can avail assured cash gift of ranging from OMR1,000 on buying Nissan Sentra 1.6L and 1.8L models.

Scratch & Win gifts Customers buying Nissan Sentra will get a scratch and win card which will entitle them to two assured gifts comprising free periodic maintenance service upto

lifetime of the car (minimum assured 1 year/ 10,000km PMS; offer includes new service intervals of (10,000km) and free fuel up to OMR1,000 (minimum assured of OMR50).

Special EMI rate Customers can avail special EMI rate starting from OMR 98 on the Nissan Sentra.

Extra benefits Nissan Sentra buyers can enjoy extra benefits such as free registration, six years unlimited mileage extended warranty, loyalty card benefits among others.

Suitable financing options SBA has designed some easy and convenient financing options to ease the convenience of owning a Nissan Sentra. Flexible EMIs can also be tailor made for any individual requirement from in-house Auto Finance team.

Additional benefits Loyal customers stand to enjoy additional benefits on purchase of a second Nissan vehicle in the family. To avail additional benefits under the scheme, the second car can be purchased either in the name of existing Nissan owner or his/her immediate family members.

Grand raffle Nissan patrons have a chance to win two X-Trails 2.5S 7STR CVT 16 MY in the “grand SMS and win raffle draw” that will be held on June 20 and July 18, 2016 at Qurum showroom.

Anybody can SMS to 90466 to enter the contest.

MUSCAT: Fayeda Travel and Tourism was recently conferred with ISO 9001-2008 certification.

This is the first ISO 9001-2008 certified travel agency in Oman which started its operations in 2009. The agency specialises in air ticketing, world tour packages, Umrah packages and visa assistance, says a press release.

Growth of Fayeda Travel and Tourism in Oman market was dramatic. Fayeda started its operation in Oman as a single branch non IATA sub agent and got IATA accreditation in the year 2011.

By then the company started two more branches in Al Hail and Barka. The year 2014 witnessed a huge growth for Fayeda Travel which opened eight more branches at Al Ghubra, Barka, Seeb Souq, Al Khoud, Al Hail, Ruwi, Al Amerat and Ibra.

Even when the country is fac-

ing economic crisis, Fayeda is still moving forward with its expansion having work progressing on November 18 Street and in Al Khoud. The story behind Fayeda’s success revolves around a great team of youngsters as its staff. Fayeda Travel and Tourism has also marked its global presence at Oman, Dubai, Saudi Arabia and India with 20 branches.

“The company is aiming to have 20 plus branches by the end of 2017,” said P. A. Mohamed, managing director and Ahamed Hadi, general manager.

“We extend our sincere gratitude towards all the airlines in Oman at this moment. Fayeda has now been listed among the top 10 travel agencies in Oman.

The management has promised that it will extend its great service to the customers in future in a much better way,” they added.

40TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

New Golf GTI Clubsport now available in Oman

MUSCAT: The icon of the sporty compact class – the Golf GTI – is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. To mark this historic event Volkswagen launched a progressive special edition: the new Golf GTI Clubsport.

This high-performance limited

edition version of the Golf GTI is now available at Volkswagen showrooms across the Sultanate, says a press release.

The new Golf GTI Clubsport will hold the impressive title of the most powerful production GTI ever, with a turbocharged

direct-injection engine delivering an output of 195kW / 265hp– 45hp more than on the previous most powerful Golf GTI in the region – and a boost function that increases power output to over 290hp for a short time.

Not only has Volkswagen given the anniversary model’s engine more power, it has also extensively revised the design, equipment and aerodynamic fine- tuning of the anniversary model.

Due to the high power output and significantly improved downforce, the dynamic performance of the Golf GTI Clubsport propels it into the domain of top-class motorsport. This results in groundbreaking handling properties at high speeds and breathtaking cornering speeds.

BLOOD DONATION CAMP HELD AT ALADRAK TRADING As part of Aladrak Trading & Contracting’s corporate social responsibility programme, a blood donation camp was held in coordination with the Ministry of Health, at its corporate office at Halban recently. Around 120 people donated blood during the camp.

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Oman, who along with their opponents have already qualified for WCL Division 4, managed restrict Jersey to 194 for 7 in 50 over but failed to chase the total and were bowled out for 150

MUSCAT: Oman, who qualified for the ICC World Cricket League Division 4, failed to put the icing on the cake when they came up short against hosts Jersey in the final of the WCL Division 5 competition on Saturday.

In the summit clash, hitherto unbeaten Oman were done in by sensible batting from Anthony HawkinsKay and fine bowling performances

by Ben Kynman and Nat Watkins as Jersey recorded a 44-run victory to avenge their group stage loss to the Sultanate squad and with that take the top honours.

The teams will renew their rivalry when they travel to the United States later this year to take part in the Division 4 competition.

Oman, oozing with confidence after the unbeaten run in the league stage, began their chase of 195-run target set Jersey by aggressively with swashbuckling opener Zeeshan Maqsood showing his full

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array of strokes. The hard-hitting opener smashed a six off the very first ball — third delivery of Oman innings — he faced and then continued to attack as Oman reached 21 without loss in three overs.

In the fourth over, bowled by Anthony Hakwing-Kay, Zeeshan scored three fours. But the Jersey bowler had the last laugh as he caught and bowled the Oman batsman off the last delivery of the over.

In his whirlwind knock of 22-ball 43, Zeeshan hit six fours and two sixes.

Fellow opener Khawar Ali (2) soon followed him to the pavilion as he was caught by Jake Dunford off Ben Kynman. Kynman went on to dismiss Vaibhav Wategaonkar

(6) and Jatinder Singh (8) to reduce Oman to 67 for four.

Reliable Aamir Kaleem contributed just four runs before he was dismissed by Charles Perchard.

When captain Ajay Lalcheta (6) too departed in the 29th over with the scoreboard reading 93 for six.

Then wicketkeeper Swapnil Khadye and Noorul Riaz put on 42 runs for the seventh wicket in 10.3 overs. But once Swapnil (24) and Noorul (29) departed in the 39th and 42nd overs respectively, it was all over for Oman as they folded up for 150 in 45.3 overs.

While Kynman accounted for four of Oman’s wickets, Nat Watkins claimed two wickets.

Earlier, after being asked by Oman captain Ajay Lalcheta to bat first, Jersey adopted a cautious approach. As a result, in the first ten overs Oman failed to break the slow but resolute opening partnership of Peter Gough and Nat Watkins.

But in the 11th over, pacer Rajesh Ranpura removed Gough (37 off 17 balls) with the total reading 37.

Then in a space of seven runs, Oman struck twice. First Sufyan Mehmood had Ben Stevens (1) caught behind by Swapnil Khadye and then Ranpura claimed his second when he had Wakins (15) caught by Vaibhav Wategaonkar.

Ranpura, who bowled his quota of ten overs at a stretch, removed

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50 overs, which in the end proved too good for Oman to surpass.

Hawkins-Kay’s unbeaten 60 off 82 balls included just two fours but he scored ten runs in the last over the innings bowled by Munis Ansari.

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Pace bowlers put England in control after Moeen’s century DURHAM: Potent England pace bowling after an unbeaten 155 from Moeen Ali put Alastair Cook’s side in complete control on a one-sided second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Durham on Saturday.

The tourists faced almost an certain follow-on after they slumped to 91 for eight at the close, still 407 behind England who had posted an imposing 498 for nine declared.

Sri Lanka’s batsmen had no answer to an attack which moved the ball off the seam to provide a conveyor-belt of catches for keeper Jonny Bairstow, who took four, and England’s close fielders.

Chris Woakes, who recently took nine wickets in an innings for Warwickshire, led the way in helpful conditions with a particularly unsettling spell to take three for nine, including the wickets of Kusal Mendis and Milinda Siriwadana in one over. Stuart Broad also took three wickets, two coming late on as Sri Lanka’s resistance broke.

England’s bowlers could not have had a better platform to launch their attack than Moeen’s 207-ball innings, which was his best in Tests and his second century against Sri Lanka.

At times watchful and then belligerent, Moeen became only the fifth England number seven to reach three figures in Tests after being promoted one place in

Jonty Jenner (13), caught by Swapnil, to leave Jersey reeling at 51 for four.

Then Cornelis Bodenstein (15) and Anthony Hawkins-Kay put Jersey on the path of recovery. After the departure of Bodenstein, caught behind off Ajay Lalcheta, Hawkins-Kay combined well with Corey Bisson to take the score to respectability.

When Aamir Kaleem removed Bisson (35) in the 47th over, Jersey were 168 for six. Then Lalcheta sent back Charles Perchard (7) to make it 182 for seven.

But Hawkins-Kay, with Ben Kynmann (7) giving him company, took the total to 194 for seven in

JERSEY P. Gough b R. Ranpura 17 Watkins c V. Wategaonkar b R. Ranpura 15 B. Stevens c S. Khadye b Sufyan 1 J. Jenner c S. Khadye b R. Ranpura 13 C. Bodenstein c S. Khadye b A. Lalcheta 15 A. Hawkins-Kay not out 60 C. Bisson c R. Ranpura b Aamir Kaleem 35 C. Perchard b A. Lalcheta 7 B. Kynman not out 8 Extras (lb-7, w-14, nb-2) 23 Total (7 wkts; 50 overs) 194 Did not bat: J.E. Dunford, R. McBey Fall of wickets: 1-37, 2-38, 3-40, 4-51, 5-97, 6-168, 7-182.

Bowling: R. Ranpura 10-0-21-3 (w-1); M. Ansari 10-1-51-0 (nb-1, w-4); Sufyan Mehmood 8-1-21-1 (w-3); Aamir Kaleem 7-0-35-1 (nb-1, w-3); A. Lalcheta 10-0-37-2 (w-1); Zeeshan Maqsood 5-0-22-0.

OMAN Khawar Ali c Dunford b Kynman 2 Zeeshan Maqsood c&b Hawkins-Kay 43 V. Wategaonkar lbw Kynman 6 Jatinder Singh c Dunford b Kynman 8 Noorul Riaz c Jenner b Watkins 29 Aamir Kaleem c Gough b Perchard 4 Ajay Lalcheta c Dunford b McBey 6 Swapnil Khadye c&b Stevens 24 Rajesh Ranpura b Kynman 9 Sufyan Mehmood (not out) 4 Munis Ansari c Perchard b Watkins 0 Extras (lb-6, w-9) 15 Total (all out; 45.3 overs) 150 Fall of wickets: 1-47, 2-47, 3-59, 4-67, 5-76, 6-88, 7-130, 8-138, 9-147.

Bowling: A. Hawkins-Kay 9-0-43-1 (w-1); R. McBey 3-0-25-1 (w-2); B. Kynman 8-4-10-4 (w-4); C. Perchard 10-3-14-1; B. Stevens 9-0-30-1 (w-1); JW Jenner 1-0-30; NAT Watkins 5.3-0-19-2 (w-1).

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UNBEATEN CENTURY: Moeen Ali.

the order to cover for the injured Ben Stokes.

The Worcestershire all-rounder moved on from his overnight 28 and made the most of the three lives the tourists gave him on Saturday.

Support came from Woakes, who shared a stand of 92, and Steven Finn, who scored just 10 of their ninth-wicket stand of 72. His wicket provided spinner Rangana Herath with momentary cause for celebration as he became only the third Sri Lankan bowler to take 300 Test wickets. Moeen reached his 150 with a huge six before Cook declared midway through the second session.

For Sri Lanka to get anywhere near such an imposing total was a huge ask and James Anderson,

who had taken 10 wickets in the first Test, quickly removed opener Dimuth Karunaratne with a ripper that bowled him round his legs.

Broad followed up by having Kaushal Silva taken behind by Bairstow and the keeper took further catches to remove Dinesh Chandimal off Anderson and Angelo Mathews and Siriwadana off Woakes. Broad broke Herath’s late resistance via another sharp Anderson catch and removed Shaminda Eranga as England, who won the first Test in the three-Test series by an innings and 88 runs, stayed on course for another crushing win.

Lahiru Thirimanne (11) and Suranga Lakmal (0) were not out at the close. - Reuters

England 1st innings A. Cook c Karunaratne b Lakmal 15 A. Hales c Mathews b Siriwardana 83 N. Compton c Lakmal b Pradeep 9 J. Root c K. Silva b Pradeep 80 J. Vince c Thirimanne b Siriwardana 35 J. Bairstow c Chandimal b Pradeep 48 M. Ali not out 155 C. Woakes c K. Mendis b Lakmal 39 S. Broad c K. Mendis b Pradeep 7 S. Finn c&b Herath 10 J. Anderson not out 8 Extras (b-1, lb-8) 9 Total (9 wkts declared) 498 Fall of wickets: 1-39, 2-64, 3-160, 4-219, 5-227, 6-297, 7-389, 8-400, 9-472.

Bowling: S. Eranga 27-3-100-0; S. Lakmal 29-4-115-2; N. Pradeep 33-5-107-4; R. Herath 29-1-116-1; A. Mathews 6-2-16-0; M. Siriwardana 8-0-35-2.

Sri Lanka 1st innings D. Karunaratne b Anderson 9 K. Silva c Bairstow b Broad 13 K. Mendis c Anderson b Woakes 35 D. Chandimal c Cook b Anderson 4 A. Mathews c Bairstow b Woakes 3 L. Thirimanne not out 12 M. Siriwardana c Bairstow b Woakes 0 R. Herath c Anderson b Broad 12 S. Eranga c Root b Broad 2 S. Lakmal not out 0 Extras (lb-1) 1 Total (8 wkts, 40 overs) 91 Fall of wickets: 1-10, 2-44, 3-53, 4-58, 5-67, 6-67, 7-88, 8-90.

Bowling: J. Anderson 11-2-31-2; S. Broad 11-2-35-3; C. Woakes 7-4-9-3; S. Finn 7-315-0; M. Ali 4-4-0-0.

Tenacious Serena enters fourth round, Tsonga eliminated PARIS: Thunderclaps, rain delays, an inspired home favourite roared on by a partisan crowd -- it was all in a day’s work for reigning champion Serena Williams as the world No. 1 one roared into the second week of the French Open on Saturday.

The 34-year-old American needed all her experience and tenacity to fight off France’s Kristina Mladenovic 6-4, 7-6 (10) in an absorbing contest to set up a last16 clash with Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina who beat 2008 champion Ana Ivanovic 6-4, 6-4.

There was further French disappointment later when popular sixth seed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga was forced to retire against unseeded Latvian Ernests Gulbis leading 5-2. Tsonga walked off with tears in his eyes after appearing to hurt his knee. Spain’s Carla Suarez Navarro, last year’s semifinalist Timea Bacsinszky and unseeded Kazakh Yulia Putintseva all booked their fourth-round spots before the rains came.

As did rising Austrian Dominic Thiem, the 13th seed, who continued his fine claycourt season to beat German teenager Alexander Zverev 6-7 (4), 6-3, 6-3, 6-3.

There was already tension in the air as 21-time Grand Slam champion Williams stepped on court to face the hard-hitting Mladenovic for the first time in

her long career.

Everything seemed to be going to plan as Williams took the opening set despite some impressive play from her opponent who used the drop shot to great effect throughout. As the sky darkened and fat rain drops began landing on the clay late in the second Williams seemed anxious to finish the contest but Mladenovic stayed strong and forced a tiebreak just at the moment the heavens opened.

When the contest resumed two and a half hours later Williams made a hash of the first few points and trailed 2-5.

She recovered to lead 6-5 but made an ugly mess of an overhead on match point, then on her second chance to close it out she walloped a forehand long after pouncing on a loopy Mladenovic drop shot that sat up begging.

Williams saved a set point with a swing volley before another match point came and went but she could finally produce her victory roar when her opponent sent a forehand wide at 10-11.

“It was very difficult today she played really well,” Williams, bidding for a fourth French Open title, said. “She forced me to play my best tennis today.”

Spain’s ever-reliable David Ferrer reached the last 16 for the sixth consecutive year by beating compatriot Feliciano Lopez. - Reuters

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Murray aware of Nadal injury during practice last week PARIS: Andy Murray knew ninetime French Open champion Rafael Nadal was struggling with a wrist injury when he practised with the Spaniard during the build-up to Roland Garros.

“I practised a bit with him last week and I knew there were some

issues with the wrist,” world No. 2 Murray said. “He’s won this nine times and was playing really well so for him to withdraw from the tournament, it would have to be a pretty serious injury. It’s a great shame for Rafa and the fans and a shame for the tournament.”

Fourth seed Nadal, who will be 30 next week, stunned the tournament on Friday when he announced he was pulling out despite dropping only nine games in his first two rounds. He said the problem was with a tendon in his left wrist and that scans had shown he

was in danger of a serious injury if he did not stop playing. Seventime Grand Slam champion John McEnroe called Nadal’s latest injury “extremely disappointing”.

“We’ve seen him play for many years and it’s always been a concern about how his knees would

hold up,” the American said. “After last year, we all hoped he would be able to get his health and fitness back and get his game together and it looked like that was happening.

“We all know how much he wanted (title) number 10 and we were looking forward to seeing

play Novak in the semis.”

Former French Open champion Mats Wilander said: “A slight miss-hit and that’s going to hurt like crazy. He’s turning 30 in a few days and still has two or three years left so this was an obvious decision.” - Reuters

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It’s Kohli vs Warner as RCB, SRH eye maiden IPL crown RCB, however, will have a slight advantage over Sunrisers as they have the experience of playing in an IPL final twice in the past — 2009 and 2011, but on both occasions, they had finished runners-up

BENGALURU: Virat Kohli’s inspirational leadership for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) will be up against the brute force with which David Warner has steered Sunrisers Hyderabad when the two teams, eyeing their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title, square off in a high-intensity summit clash here on Sunday.

RCB, however, will have a slight advantage over Sunrisers as they have the experience of playing in an IPL final twice in the past — 2009 and 2011, but on both occasions, they had finished runners-up.

Sunrisers’ best finish was a playoff berth which they managed in their debut season in 2013.

RCB witnessed a topsy-turvy campaign initially and were in a real spot of bother at one stage.

They needed to win their last four games to make it to the play-offs and the Bangalore outfit didn’t just achieve that but also recorded their first straight win to get a shot at the final for a third time.

The momentum with them, RCB

LEADING FROM THE FRONT: Royal Challengers Bangalore captain Virat Kohli, left, and Sunrisers

Hyderabad skipper David Warner have so far led their teams by example. – AFP

would be determined to make the opportunity count by winning the coveted T20 tournament, having missed the chance twice in the past.

RCB struck form just at the right time and and dished out five clinical performances to beat the Lions (by 144 runs), Kolkata Knight Riders (by nine wickets), Kings XI Punjab (by 82 runs D/L method), Delhi Daredevils (by six wickets) and Gujarat (by four wickets) again in the Qualifier 1 to seal their place in the title clash.

Kohli and AB de Villiers have been the cynosure of all eyes for RCB with their batsmanship.

Kohli has also been an impressive captain and infused confidence in the team after a disappointing start. At a time when qualifying for the play-offs looked a distant dream for RCB, Kohli made it possible with his glorious batting and leadership qualities.

Without doubt, Kohli seems to be enjoying the best form of his career so far and is the highest rungetter in the tournament, amassing 919 runs from 15 games, which includes six fifties and four centuries with 113 being his highest score.

De Villiers, on the other hand, is the third highest scorer in the league with 682 runs under his belt with, including one century and six half centuries.

In fact, in the Qualifier 1 at the Chinnaswamy Stadium here, RCB, while chasing 159 for the win, were struggling at 29 for five at one stage with Kohli witnessing a rare failure this season. But then stepped in De Villiers and the South African steered RCB through with a classic unbeaten 79. He put on matchwinning 91 runs for the seventh wicket with Iqbal Abdullah (33) to take his side into the final.

Besides Kohli and De Villiers,

the big-hitting Chris Gayle would also be eyeing a big knock on Sunday after indicating his return to form in the last few games.

RCB’s turnaround in bowling was made possible by leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who is the second highest wicket-taker in the tournament with 20 scalps from 12 games. The late entry of Chris Jordon also helped RCB in containing their rivals in the death overs.

Australian Shane Watson too has served the team well with the ball, picking up 20 wickets from 15 games so far this season.

Sunday’s match would give RCB an opportunity to avenge their 15run loss to Sunrisers in the last clash between the two teams.

Just like RCB, Sunrisers too would be banking on their skipper Warner, who led from the front to ensure a maiden IPL final berth for the Hyderabad outfit.

Warner has been in explosive form for Sunrisers. He is leading by example and has so far amassed 779 runs from 16 games with eight fifties, next only to Kohli in the run-getters’ list in IPL 9. The match-winning 93 not out against Lions in the Qualifier 2 last night is Warner’s highest score.

Warner produced a majestic 93 to single-handedly lead Sunrisers Hyderabad into the IPL final by securing a four-wicket win over Lions. Chasing a tricky 163, Sunrisers overhauled the target with four balls to spare as Warner anchored the chase with his responsible 58ball knock, embellished with 11 four and three sixes.

Besides Warner, Sunrisers also have the likes of Shikhar Dhawan (473 runs), the experienced Yuvraj Singh, Moises Henriques, Deepak Hooda, Naman Ojha and big-hitting all-rounder Ben Cutting in the batting department.

But it is Sunrisers bowling which has struck gold for the team this season. In fact, it won’t be wrong to say that tomorrow’s match will be a contest between RCB’s batting and Sunrisers bowling unit. Sunrisers will be relying heavily on its pacers, who played a stellar role in defeating RCB here in the league stage, to deliver the goods on Sunday.

Seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar seemed to have found his mojo back and is leading the wickettakers’ chart with 23 wickets from 16 games, while Bangladeshi pacer Mustafizur Rahman, 16 wickets from 15 matches, has also lived up to his skipper’s expectations whenever he has been handed the ball.

And Sunrisers would be hopeful that Rahman turns up fit for tomorrow’s game after sitting out of last night’s match owing to a hamstring niggle.

The duo along with Barinder Sran has not let Sunrsiers feel the absence of veteran Ashish Nehra, who left midway to undergo a knee surgery. - PTI

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Getting Virat, other RCB batsmen out is a task, says Bhuvi NEW DELHI: Their pace attack has been the most fearsome this IPL season but Sunrisers Hyderabad swing bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar feels it would be a tough task for his team to counter the marauding Royal Challengers Bangalore batsmen when the two teams clash in the final on Sunday.

Hyderabad edged out Gujarat Lions by four wickets here last night in Qualifier 2 to set up a summit clash with Bangalore, who had beaten the same opponents in Qualifier 1.

“We will definitely strategise because I read somewhere the other day that Virat Kohli has scored 35 per cent of RCB’s runs. It’ll be a big task for us to get (Chris) Gayle, Virat (Kohli) and AB (De Villers) and later, (Shane) Watson, out. We are hoping for a good contest,” Bhuvneshwar said at the post match press conference here.

“We’ll enjoy for now because we know there’s a pressure match coming up,” he said.

Backs Boult Bhuvneshwar said losing Mustafizur Rahman in the Qualifier 2 was not an ideal situation for them but backed Kiwi paceman Trent Boult, who replaced the Bangladeshi pacer.

“Mustafizur did really well but losing him in a crucial game wasn’t good for us but Boult did very well. It’s a part of the game that he went for a few runs in the second last over. “ “But if you look at him, he has really worked hard in the nets,” he added.

“He knew that there might be a chance for him to play either the semifinals or finals but you can’t say he has given runs; it’s a part of the game. Losing Fizz wasn’t good for us,” he said. - PTI

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Kohli is world’s best batsman: Lawson MUMBAI: Former Australia pacer Geoff Lawson has heaped praise on in-form India’s Test captain Virat Kohli, saying the star batsman is “arguably the number one batsman in the world”.

“Kohli at the moment, is arguably the number one batsman in the world. He is in the form of his life. I was impressed with him when I saw him on the first tour to Australia (in 2011-12),” Law-

son said. “He was (among) the few Indian batsmen who took on the challenge of playing on the bouncy Australian wickets.”

Lawson, who took 180 wickets in 46 Tests and 88 in 79 ODIs in a career spanning nine years between 1980 and 1989, was referring to Kohli topping the batting averages with 300 runs in the disastrous 0-4 whitewash under Mahendra Singh Dhoni in the 2011-12 season.

“You can see in his face, he took it on as a personal challenge to be good on those pitches. While the other batsmen, including (Sachin) Tendulkar, were sort of failing around him, Kohli really relished something different. For him it is not good just playing in India, you need to (be) good all over the world,” Lawson added.

Kohli, who has been in tremendous form in the T20 format of

the game that includes the ongoing IPL, notched the only century by an Indian in the series — in the Adelaide Test.

According to Lawson, since that first visit Down Under Kohli has got better and better. “I wouldn’t like to be bowling to him in the IPL. It is difficult to get him out and if you do so, you have to get out AB de Villiers and Shane Watson as well,” quipped Lawson. - PTI

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It could be Virat vs Dhoni at Houston NEW DELHI: In their bid to cash in on the popularity of Indian Premier League (IPL) among Indian diaspora, Indian Test captain Virat Kohli could be pitted against limited overs skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni in exhibition matches for their respective franchises in the United States.

According to highly placed sources in the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), three franchises namely Mumbai Indians, RCB and Rising Pune Supergiants have expressed their desire to play some exhibition matches in the US where there is a sizeable Indian and South Asian population.

“The matter is expected to be

discussed at the IPL Governing Council in Bengaluru before start of the final match tomorrow. The venue is tentatively Houston,” a senior BCCI official said.

“However the dates need to be chalked out. Earlier, it was being discussed it would happen in the window available between India’s tour of Zimbabwe and West Indies. But it could now be held in September also. All three teams are expected to play against each other. Obviously, major attractions will be Kohli and Dhoni.

“Houston is one centre that has been zeroed in as it having multiple centres will be a case of logistical nightmare.” - PTI

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SPORTS Bank Muscat celebrates greening of 23rd football field in Manah Launched in 2012, the Green Sports has benefited a total of 63 sports teams till date. Marking the successful fifth year, the bank recently announced 15 new beneficiaries for 2016

MUSCAT: Bank Muscat, the flagship financial services provider in the Sultanate, in step with its ‘Let’s Do More’ vision and partnership to promote Oman as a sporting nation, marked a celebration to inaugurate the 23rd football field developed as part of the Green Sports initiative for Al Arabi Sports Team in the wilayat of Manah.

Sayyyid Khalid bin Hamad Al Busaidi, Chairman of Oman Football

GREEN SPORTS INITIATIVE: Members of Al Arabi Sports Team pose for a group photo along with Bank Muscat officials and Oman Football Association chief Sayyid Khalid Al Busaidi. – Supplied photo

Association, was the guest of honour at the ceremony attended by dignitaries and senior bank officials.

Sayyyid Khalid congratulated Bank Muscat for the success achieved by the Green Sports initiative. Launched in 2012, the Green Sports has benefited a total of 63 sports teams till date. Mark-

ing the successful fifth year, the bank recently announced 15 new beneficiaries for 2016.

In 2015, the bank widened the scope of Green Sports, offering four options for sports teams to green football fields with natural or synthetic turf, or avail support for floodlights or water desalina-

tion equipment to facilitate greening of fields in areas facing problems of water salinity. The move was aimed at providing wider representation to teams to build a sustainable sports infrastructure in all parts of the Sultanate.

Abdullah Al Roshdy, Regional Manager — South Dakhiliyah, in

WITH OMANTEL’S ‘OZONE’ SUPPORT

Muscat Football Academy teams win three titles at Dubai Super Cup MUSCAT: Omantel, the Sultanate’s first telecom provider, was a proud partner of the Muscat Football Academy (MFA) youth teams as they competed in the Dubai Super Cup held recently at Dubai’s The Sevens Stadium.

Nine teams represented the academy across a spectrum of age categories and competed against some of the world’s leading youth football teams. Three MFA teams, the under-8 A, under-8 B and under-19 team, were crowned champions in their respective competitions. Other MFA teams also recorded stellar performances, with efforts taking them to semi and grand finals.

Commenting on Omantel’s partnership with Muscat Football Academy, Hamdan Moosa Al Harasi, acting VP Corporate Strategy at Omantel, said: “It is a pleasure to see MFA reaping the fruits of their hard work at international competitions like the Dubai Super Cup. At Omantel, the development of youth talent is an area particularly close to our heart, as it is today’s youth that will represent the Oman of tomorrow.

“Supporting organisations such as the Muscat Football Academy demonstrates our commitment towards promoting Oman on the world stage, and encouraging the sport to youth in Oman.

“During 2015, Omantel invested a total of OMR 2 million in a number of community support initiatives, sporting events and CSR programmes.”

Commenting on the MFA’s performance during the four-day tournament, head coach Chuck Martini noted: “From the moment they boarded the airplane, the boys behaved and performed like true professionals. It was an honour to see their determination and smiles as they thrived against some of the top teams from around the world in front of admiring fans.

“Their performance was truly a credit to the MFA and showcases the wonderful talent we have on offer here in Oman.”

“All teams must be congratulated for their efforts and wonderful performances however the highlight of the tournament belonged to the youngest members of MFA who were competing in their first high caliber international tournament.

“The two under-8 teams rose to the challenge and the young stars were victorious in both the under-8 Challenge Cup and the under-8 Trophy.”

“A special mention must also go to our under-19 youth team who, after their win, are now the reigning champions for two years running. I was also very proud of the under-16 team and under-10 teams that both competed in the grand finals of their competi-

tions and the under-12 team that reached the semifinal.

A special thanks must go to our chief sponsor Omantel who have long since backed Muscat Football Academy and supported the children to fulfill their dreams,” added Chuck Martini.

Omantel is the Sultanate’s first integrated telecommunications services 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.

the welcome speech reiterated the bank’s support to Oman’s youth in achieving sporting excellence for the country.

“As the nation’s leading financial institution, Bank Muscat aims to motivate other corporates to provide the required impetus for youth to excel in all arenas,” he added.

The consistent progress of the Green Sports initiative confirms the bank’s commitment to the programme aimed at providing ample opportunities for young Omanis to develop their sporting talents in an ideal environment. The programme is expected to go a long way in developing the sporting skills and talents of Omani youth, thereby promoting the game of football in Oman.

Ibrahim bin Mohammed Al Hajji, President of Al Arabi Sports Team, said: “We are thankful to Bank Muscat for the Green Sports initiative, which has made vital contributions to creating an environment encouraging Omani sports talents. The unique initiative is a big support for the country’s youth and we are confident that many youngsters will benefit from this programme and become sporting heroes for the country.”

Committed to its ‘Let’s Do More’ vision for the nation and the people, especially youth, Bank Muscat is proud to have led the way in contributing to sustainable development in Oman with various initiatives. As the nation’s leading financial institution, Bank Muscat aims to provide the momentum for youth to excel in all arenas and thereby contribute to the development and progress of Oman.

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Ricciardo takes first F1 pole in Monaco GP

MAIDEN POLE: Red Bull Racing’ Daniel Ricciardo, centre, flanked by Mercedes drivers Nico Rosberg, left, and Lewis Hamilton, celebrates after clinching the pole position for Monaco GP on Saturday. – Reuters

While championship leader Rosberg joined Ricciardo on the front row for Mercedes, Hamilton qualified third, a remarkable recovery after his car suffered a fuel pressure problem at the start of the final session and had to be pushed back along the pitlane

MONACO: Australian Daniel Ricciardo seized the first pole position of his Formula One career at the Monaco Grand Prix on Saturday with world championship leader Nico Rosberg joining him on the front row for Mercedes.

“High time,” shouted the Red Bull driver over the team radio after being told the news.

The pole, in a time of one minute and 13.622 seconds, was the team’s first since Sebastian Vettel at the Brazil Grand Prix in November 2013. It was also the first time since 2012, when Ricciardo’s compatriot Mark Webber was on pole

for Red Bull, that Mercedes did not secure the top slot in Monaco.

Triple world champion Lewis Hamilton qualified third, a remarkable recovery after his car suffered a fuel pressure problem at the start of the final session and had to be pushed back along the pitlane.

Ferrari’s Vettel will join the Briton on the second row for the season’s showcase race, where the harbourside track winds through twisty metal-fenced streets and overtaking is extremely difficult.

Ricciardo, who won three races in 2014 and has made three starts from the front row in his career,

came to Monaco with a new and more powerful Tag Heuer-branded Renault engine.

“I knew coming into the weekend we would have a shot at it,” said the Australian. “I have been driving well but haven’t quite got maximum rewards so I came into this weekend with a lot of confidence and a lot of belief I could be in this position now.”

While Ricciardo celebrated, there was disappointment in the other half of the garage with 18-year-old Dutch driver Max Verstappen crashing in the opening session. The teenager, whose victory on his Red Bull debut in Spain two weeks ago made him the sport’s youngest winner, will start on the back row.

“I turned in a bit too early, broke the suspension and then couldn’t recover from it. It’s a case of misjudgement,” he said after hitting the kerb and smashing into the barrier at the exit to the swimming pool section.

Hamilton’s hopes of pole suffered a big blow at the start of the final 12-minute session when Mercedes told him to stop at the end of the pitlane as he headed out.

Mechanics ran to recover the

car, which was fixed in a frantic flurry of activity in the garage.

He then had to abort his first attempt at a quick lap, slowing to avoid being caught in traffic, before setting the third-best time.

“I don’t really know what to say at the moment but the good thing is I did get out to do a lap at least,” said Hamilton, whose disappointment was plain to all.

“It was as bad as some of the races I have been in, in respect of the engine problems, so I’m grateful to be up in third. Pole was there for the taking but I will do what I can in the race to salvage what I can.”

Rosberg leads Ferrari’s Kimi Raikkonen, who qualified sixth but has a five-place grid penalty due to a gearbox change, by 39 points after five races.

The German has won the last three Monaco Grands Prix.

Hamilton is 43 points behind his team mate, who started the season by winning four races in a row.

Germany’s Nico Hulkenberg qualified fifth for Force India.

Verstappen’s crash and a blown engine in Brazilian Felipe Nasr’s Sauber meant red flags were waved twice to stop the session in the opening phase. - Reuters

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Misfortune is now the norm, says glum Hamilton MONACO: Lewis Hamilton’s run of misfortune showed no sign of turning a corner, even around the twistiest track of the year, on Saturday.

“It’s just becoming the norm, now,” the dejected triple world champion told reporters after a fuel pressure problem affected his Monaco Grand Prix qualifying and left the Briton third on the grid for the showcase race.

“It’s to be expected,” he added glumly, spooning strawberries and yoghurt from a bowl with a distracted air in the team hospitality area.

The Briton, in desperate need of a victory after Mercedes teammate Nico Rosberg ran away with the season’s first four races, had hoped Monaco might give him the chance to reduce the 43-point deficit.

It still could, but Sunday will be a tougher challenge with Rosberg starting second on a track where overtaking is always a challenge.

Red Bull’s Australian Daniel Ricciardo is on pole position.

Asked whether he would have had the pace to take pole without the fuel problem, which forced him to stop at the end of the pitlane and be pushed back to the garage by mechanics as the final phase started, Hamilton said: “Absolutely. It was going to be close RUSSIA

‘Eight test positive as 2012 samples are re-examined’ MOSCOW: Russia’s Olympic Committee (ROC) said on Saturday that eight of its athletes from three different sports had tested positive for banned substances in a re-examination of samples taken during the 2012 London Olympics.

Russia’s track and field athletes have been suspended since November due to suspicions of a systematic doping programme and the latest positive tests are a major blow to the country’s hopes of sending a full team to the Rio Olympics in August. Doping scandals have plagued the buildup to this year’s Games in Brazil.

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Earlier this week, the ROC said 14 of its athletes from the 2008 Beijing Olympics had tested positive for banned substances.

And on Friday, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said 23 athletes from five sports at London 2012 had tested positive for doping during re-checks.

The ROC said on Saturday it would not name the athletes with the latest positive tests until they had the results of their B-sample tests and following the start of official disciplinary proceedings.

That is expected to be early next month. - Reuters EURO HOSTS

Dimple claims under-10 title MUSCAT: Dimple Malaviya claimed her first title, the under-10 singles at the annual table tennis tournament organised by the Indian Social Club and sponsored by Muscat Insurance Services and Oman United Insurance Company.

In the final, Dimple played with confidence to register a fine 11-7, 11-9, 6-11, 11-8, 11-9 victory over Rishabh Sheth.

For both first time finalists, it was a test of nerves. Dimple played fluent forehand drives with Rishabh too scoring some impressive winners. Rishab pulled back the third game and kept up the pressure on Dimple before she went on to take a 3-1 lead in the best of seven games final. Rishab took a marginal lead in the fifth game before Dimple rallied and held on to wrap up the match and avenge her defeat to Rishabh in the league phase of the event.

Top seed in the boys under-15 singles, MV Saiprem will take on fourth seed Allan Thiyagaseelan in the first semifinal while second seed Shounak Kelkar will clash against third seed Sanskar Dubey

for sure, but I definitely think so.”

Hamilton has only won once in Monaco, in 2008 when he claimed his first championship.

A team strategy error denied him victory last year while he missed out on a possible pole in 2014 when Rosberg made an error that forced him to slow. While Rosberg has enjoyed a run of reliability this season, Hamilton was hampered by power unit problems in China and Russia.

The champion was involved in first lap collisions in Australia and Bahrain, with the Mercedes drivers crashing into each other in Spain and ending their race at the third corner.

Hamilton, who said last month that he had ‘no jokers left’, had feared initially that Saturday’s pressure problem would sideline him in the final shootout.

He said he had noticed the problem as soon as he accelerated out of the garage.

“I was hoping it was just a hiccup. And then it kept happening.

I hoped it would go away and then they told me to not leave the pit lane,” he said. “At that point I thought I might be starting from 10th again.

“My only thought was ‘I hope I get to go out and at least do one lap’.” - Reuters

FINALISTS: Dimple Malaviya, right, and Rishabh Sheth.

in the second semifinal. Saiprem earned his berth in the last four after cruising to a 11-3, 11-4, 11-2 win over Madhav Vinod in the quarterfinal.

In other final matches, Shounak Kelkar overcame Prakhar Pateria 8-11, 11-3, 11-3, 11-8, Sanskar Dubey ousted Madhav Arvind with a convincing 11-4, 11-1, 11-7 verdict and Allan Thiyagaseelan defeated Rubesh Kumar 11-5, 11-6, 11-8.

Kenneth Vaz qualified for the semifinals of the boys under-17

singles with three straight wins in Group A while MV Saiprem qualified in Group B. In his last league encounter, Kenneth faced anxious moments before getting the better of lefthander Shounak Kelkar 11-6, 4-11, 11-3, 11-9.

Yash Tanna held his nerves to defeat Prakhar Pateria 11-5, 14-12, 7-11, 11-7 while Subash Pillai eased to a 11-3, 11-5, 11-4 win over Chandan Srinivas who also went down to MV Saiprem 11-0, 111-2, 11-3.

France suffer another setback with Mathieu injury PARIS: France’s defensive woes continued on Saturday when defender Jeremy Mathieu was ruled out of the Euro 2016 finals with a calf injury, coach Didier Deschamps’s third backline setback in a month.

Barcelona’s versatile defender Mathieu is being replaced in the squad by Samuel Umtiti of Olympique Lyonnais.

Real Madrid centre back Raphael Varane was also ruled out with a thigh injury and Deschamps had omitted Mamadou Sakho after the Liverpool defender’s failed drugs test.

Sakho’s provisional 30-day suspension, however, will not be extended by UEFA, according to L’Equipe, meaning Deschamps would be free to include him before the May 31 deadline. France start their campaign on home soil against Romania on June 10, before facing Albania and Switzerland in Group A. - Reuters

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Pollution causing lung cancer: WHO

5 HEART FAILURE SIGNS AND SOLUTIONS

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he meaning of “heart failure” is sometimes misinterpreted as — it is beating no longer and there’s nothing that cardiologists can do in these circumstances. In reality, heart failure refers to a situation where your heart is not able to pump properly as it should be. Your body mechanisms depend much on proper pumping of heart for supplying oxygenated blood to various cells of the body. Cell’s nourishment is directly co-related with proper functioning of your body.

Here are some warning signs that can be indicator of heart failure.

Shortness of Breath This is a most common sign that showcases heart failure in near future. Owing to the heart’s ineffectiveness in pumping blood normally, the blood stays in your pulmonary veins (responsible for carrying oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to the left atrium.)

What to Do: Get in touch with a cardiologist, if you come across

that this symptom (shortness of breath) is making you less active physically. Get alarmed when you find that the problem is not letting you to step even two flights of staircases without breaking your breath.

Sleeping Difficulties at Night You might experience problems in sleeping while you lie down flat on the bed. Gravity causes the fluid present in the lungs to scatter rapidly, once you get into this position with your back on bed.

What to Do: Contact cardio care specialists if you’re constantly needing three plus pillows to support your back and lie down comfortably while sleeping.

Inflation in Your Feet and Legs The inflation in these body parts are subjected to the mix of poor blood circulation and gravity’s impact on the fluid. Even though, it occurs simultaneously with heart failure syndromes, it may not be the sign that you should rely upon

Shortness of breath is the most common sign that showcases heart failure in near future. Owing to the heart’s ineffectiveness in pumping blood normally, the blood stays in your pulmonary veins. as it’s noticed very much in elder people. This could even mean that the small valves present in the veins are not functioning normally which occurs as you grow older.

What to Do: Seek for cardiologists’ suggestions if this swelling issue grows further.

Impaired Thinking This indicator however, may not

be identified personally. One who stays with you is more likely to recognise these issues of suffering through memory loss or when you have mixed-up thoughts. It occurs due to the absence of proper blood flow to brain cells along with low sodium content in your blood.

What to Do: Let doctors know all the details regarding your impaired thinking problem and suggest the treatment further.

Frequent Weight Gain Weight gaining is simply not just about fat accumulation in your body. People who are likely to have heart failure may also undergo fluctuations in the weight. Furthermore, it is about fluid accumulation or commonly known as congestion near tissues.

What to Do: Keep a note on your weight regularly, in case you’re with heart failure.

Consult a cardiac specialist, if you find weight overgrowth of greater than 3 pounds in just couple of days, specifically when it’s not owing to poor nutrition.- www.artipot.com

Over 80 per cent of world’s city dwellers breathe polluted air, increasing their risk of lung cancer and other life-threatening diseases, a World Health Organisation reports. The report also states that among the other health complications caused due to the poor air includes diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. According to the findings, 98 per cent of the low-income countries are among poor air quality countries. The report was a outcome of the data collected from 795 cities in 67 countries between 2008 and 2013. Various surveys have revealed that every year over 3 million premature deaths take place due to various health problems caused by air pollution. According to the experts, high levels of air pollution is not just leading to an increase in the respiratory diseases, like poor lung function, asthma and allergies, but also other health problems like obesity, lung cancer, poor foetal development and increased cases of miscarriage. Doctors said that air purifiers are becoming more reliable for people in cities because pollutants released indoors were 1,000 times more likely to reach the lungs than pollutants released outdoors.

Manipulating brain activity during sleep affects memory Japanese researchers have found that manipulating a brain circuit that governs how certain memories are consolidated during sleep can prevent or enhance memory retention. Experimentally manipulating the identified neural connection during non-REM sleep (deep sleep) can prevent or enhance memory retention in mice, showed the findings published in the journal Science. Researchers at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute in Japan studied the long-known phenomenon of memory consolidation during sleep by building off their recent study on tactile perception in which they found that perceiving texture requires signalling within a neural circuit from higher-level motor-related brain regions back to lower-level touch-related sensory areas. They reasoned that the same “top-down” pathway might also consolidate memories of textures. “There is a long standing hypothesis that top-down input is crucial for memory consolidation and that during sleep, neurons in sensory regions activated during the initial experience can “reactivate” by unknown pathways,” said lead researcher Masanori Murayama. “We found such reactivation of the top-down pathway is critical for mice to encode memories of their tactile experiences,” Murayama noted. The researchers developed a task to assess memory retention that relies on the natural inclination of mice to spend more time investigating new items in their environment. “Our findings on sleep deprivation are particularly interesting from a clinical perspective,” Murayama said.—IANS

ROAD TO FITNESS

Fight Diabetes and Obesity the Healthy Way Dubai-based fitness guru, model and TV presenter Rania Gamal vows to fight diabetes and obesity which are two of the top killer diseases in the Middle East through six healthy tips that might direct anyone to a path of healthy lifestyle.

“Every time people ask me for my secret in keeping in shape and being healthy, I always tell them that I was not born like this, I also gained weight before and it made me feel, not only less confident, but weaker.

“I felt like its hard for me to walk upstairs or I easily get weary walking in the mall but those excess pounds and fats that I had before have given me the inspiration to live healthily and fight obesity that can be the cause of diabetes and many other diseases,” Rania said.

Below are Rania’s sweet six tips to avoid diabetes and obesity.

Have good influencers For a starter, it would be easier to find the road to fitness if you surround yourself with people who encourage you to be fit and healthy.

If your friends are asking you to eat junk food, then you should be the one to be able to influence them to eat healthy. A piece of chocolate or ice cream is fine as long as it is taken in moderation.

Forget about sugar One of the most important thing about diet is understanding sugar.

Sugar is not a natural sweetener, it is crystallised and often bleached white. Technically speaking sugar means sucrose, a combination of

2 monosaccharides called glucose and fructose. If you are craving to sweeten your coffee or tea, it is much better to use honey.

Exercise in any way possible We might give many terrible excuses on why we cannot go to gym but there will never be a valid reason not to exercise. In the morning, you can do even a 30-minute walking before you go to work or in the afternoon, try some stretching during your break time.

Water is the answer Our body is made up of around 60% water and even though you have heard this many times, water is a pivotal part of your nutrition. It is the only drink that will help you dissolve chemicals in your body in-

cluding toxins and it also increases your metabolism. Water provides the brain as well with oxygen to perform at its finest. Drink two glasses of water after you wake up, before you take your breakfast.

Fibre is your friend forever Fibre will help you normalise your bowel movement and will lower your cholesterol levels. Look for food with high fibre on the box.

Do not sit down after a meal There are many people who sit down after a meal or worst they eat while they watch TV. It is a habit that affects both your heart and your weight. It is better to stand or walk mildly, do not run or walk hastily as it could also be the cause of appendicitis. -lifestyle@timesofoman.com

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FUEL YOUR DAY WITH Coconut Coconuts contain a healthy saturated fat high in lauric, capric, and caprylic acids, which have antiviral and antifungal properties and help contribute to healthy digestion, says Johnson. “Coconuts also contain medium-chain fatty acids (MCTs) that can enhance energy and metabolism.”

Coconut water, coconut milk and shredded coconut are all great options to add to your diet. Using virgin coconut oil is also a great way to sneak in more coconut when cooking, baking, or snacking. Simply use it in place of oil in cooking and butter in baking. It’s great for spreading on bread and for making popcorn, too.

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ith groggy eyes and slow movements, you peel yourself out of bed each day. Between the morning and afternoon slumps, you long for the energy of your youth. Does this sound familiar? Then you’ll be glad to know about five superfoods that can help energise you from the inside out, so you can feel your best all day.

As a registered dietician, nutrition expert at On Target Living, and author of the newly released cookbook Target To Table: Delicious & Healthy Meals One Superfood at a Time, Kristen Johnson understands that food plays a big role in health and wellness, and believes there’s no such thing as anti-ageing — only ageing well. Here are the five energising superfoods Johnson recommends to fuel your body the healthy way.

Cod Liver Oil/Omega-3 Fats Mitochondria are the powerhouses of the human cell, meaning they supply the body with energy. The better you feed the mitochondria, the healthier and better performing the cell will be, explains Johnson. Our bodies cannot make omega-3 fats naturally, and therefore they must come from food or supplements, notes Johnson.

Cod liver oil has naturally occurring vitamin D that is needed to absorb calcium, an important factor for bone health. They are a great source of the omega-3s EPA and DHA that help contributes to a healthy heart and brain, hormonal balance, and a healthy immune response. Simply take 1 tablespoon daily or add to your smoothies or salad dressings.

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Ancient Grains Ancient grains have remained virtually untouched and unchanged for thousands of years compared to modern wheat or corn that’s been bred for higher yield and drought resistance, says Johnson.

Ancient grains are extremely high in protein, fibre and minerals. Johnson notes these grains can be helpful in managing inflammation and are a great source of energising B vitamins for the brain and body.

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Herbal Supplements Spirulina and chlorella are fresh-water algae that are super high in chlorophyll, which is extremely energising for the body, says Johnson. “Because spirulina and chlorella are cell-builders, they also help to build the immune system and can help prevent you from getting sick.” They are also very cleansing and detoxifying, which helps improve digestion. Because both are high in protein, they are also great for vegans. Swallow (don’t chew) the tablets with water 15-20 minutes prior to eating. Aim for 10-20 tablets a day. Consult your doctor before taking them.

Cacao Cacao is the raw, unprocessed form of chocolate. It is high in magnesium, manganese, zinc, and iron. Johnson notes that cacao has many potential health benefits, including supporting brain and heart health, mood, healthy body weight, and energy. Cacao can also enhance relaxation and promote a better night’s sleep. Because it is high in magnesium, it has also been shown to help build muscle and aid in muscle recovery. Cacao also contains more antioxidants than green tea and blueberries.

Cacao nibs are easy to consume and can be mixed in oatmeal, smoothies or trail mix. You can also blend cacao nibs or cacao powder with coconut or almond milk and a little bit of honey in a blender for a healthy version of chocolate milk or hot chocolate. -BPT

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FOR RENT OFFICES & OUTLETS IN PRIME LOCATIONS: MAIN ROAD – MIDDLE OF THE MARKET AT: WALJA – HAMRIYA – SEEB - BARKA

CALL: 99332242 / 99106193 khamisco@alkhamis.com.om Villa for rent in Al Hail South one at first floor and other at Ground floor.

Contact: 99546777 Available for lease Open Commercial Land of 21370 sqm near AL Nahda Resort, Shaksuk, Barka.

Contact : 99337160 Office for rent in Al Ansab near bank Muscat. Contact: 99466173 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 2 BHK available Mumtaz area Ruwi & Ghubra near Al Maha Hotel.

Contact: 99269751 1 & 2 BHK Flat in Al Khuwair.

Contact 99792181 3 BHK Flat in Azaiba.

Contact 99792181 60 + 100 + 180 + 600 Sqr Mtrs Office Space for Rent in Al Khuwair. Contact 99792181 Flat for rent in Darsait 1BHK. Contact: 99357586 / 97500025 / 97500021 Shop for rent in Ghubra prime location. Contact: 94281797 1000 sqmtrs industrial land for rent in Ghala suitable for warehouse workshop etc.

Contact 24700120 / 92584715 Al Khuwair 17, villa 3 B. Rooms, 3 toilets, kitchen, hall owner.

Contact: 99385553 Ware house open type in Saham, shared basis at OMR 150.00 P.M. Contact +968 99450811 & 9921 3487, EMAIL: Shiju@spec-link.com

2 Bedroom Flat for rent located in Prime location of Ruwi.

Contact: 92197959 / 92502497 2 Bedroom Townhouse with Swimming pool, free Wi-Fi for Rent near British School in Madinat Sultan Qaboos. Contact: 92197959 / 92502497 Office for rent located in Prime location of Azaiba Main Highway.

Contact: 92197959 / 92502497 1BHK Mumtaz R.O 225/-. #92144045 House in North Al Hail with 3 rooms, living room, hall, 4 toilets 300 RO. Contact 99738881 / 99439568 2 bed rooms flat with hall, 2 bathrooms in Darsait near Muscat Municipality. Contact: 92584715 / 24700120 Plot at Barka next to Germany College & next to Aramex Company, next to Bahwan Warehouse, next to Omasco warehouse 37,074 SQM2 required 0.250 Baiza per SQM. Contact: 99888390

Just 2 OMR / Sqm, Showroom / store for rent Ground floor & basement, area - 1100 Sqm, location Seh Al Ahmer, 20 km to Rusayl.

Contact: 97714433 / 93437982

Flats for rent at Just RO 160/- 2 Bed room, hall, kitchen , 2 toilets, location Seh Al Ahmer, 20 KM to Rusayl, including AC & roof Garden.

Contact: 97714433 / 93437982

2 Bedrooms Flat for rent located in Prime location of Al Khuwair. Contact: 92197959 / 92502497.

Office 55SQ.Mtrs & 2B/R at Bausher directly from owner.

Contact: 92158031

Villa for rent in South Mabellah, 3 bedrooms, sitting room, family Lounge, kitchen, three Toilets Contact 92212212 between 10 AM to 5 PM.

Spacious 1BHK flat in Darsait & fully furnished 2 BHK flat in Shatti Al Qurum. Contact: 99369081

Ruwi office space for rent, Saravana Bhava Building.

Contact: 91120552 Flats in Al Khuwair, Al Ghubra, Azaiba, Wadi Kabeer, Darsait, Hamriya, Al Hail & Seeb.

Contact: 24182000 / 95250300 / 99110600

Flat for rent in Wadi Al Kabeer including 3 rooms with ACs. Contact: 99333639 Staff Complex villa (Al Khuwair 17) 10 rooms, 10 toilets, 7 kitchens.

Owner Contact: 99385553 Villa for rent in Al Ghubrah, 5 rooms, hall. Contact: 91763665

Villa in Seeb near Dreams Resort and close to the sea. Contact: 24182000 / 95250300/ 99110600

1BHK Flats for rent, behind Sheraton hotel in Ruwi, rent R.O 250/per month. Contact: 96051941

Shop in Seeb market. Contact: 24182000 / 95250300/ 99110600

Al Khuwair 17 a new room, toilet, kitchen, deluxe owner.

Contact: 99385553

Flats for rent near Indian School in Wadi Kabir. Contact 99777122 2 flats each flat contain 3 bedrooms, 3 toilets and kitchen in South Al Mabella near New Indian School. Contact : 99757672 Double bedroom flats available in Honda road, Ruwi and Mabellah.

Contact: 24833972/ 24833974 Mobile 99367448

Shop for rent at Wadi Kabir Industrial area. Contact: 99888390

3 Bedroom well maintained flat (villa Type only 2 flats in villa) in Al Khuwair, behind Al Akhtam Restaurant villa No 1841, Way No 3922--- block no 239.

Contact: 99462980

Flat for rent in Al Khoud, 2 rooms & hall. Contact: 917633665

Flat for rent in Al Qurum, 3 rooms & hall. Contact: 91763660

2 BHK at Azaiba behind Bahwan half KM. Contact: 99224748 / 99332297 For rent New flats at Darsait Al Sahail. Contact: 99777351 House in Darsait 3 rooms, kitchen, 1 bathroom with A/C. Contact: 95522405 4 bedroom villa at Madinat Illam Office / 1 BHK Ruwi. #95915154 1BHK Ghubra R.O 275/-.

Contact: 92144045 1BHK at Hamriya near Muscat Pharmacy & 2 BHK at Mawaleh near Mosque Sadiq Al Amin.

Contact: 99224748 / 99332297

1BHK flat in Ruwi for family.

Contact- 92947251

Flat for rent : flat available at Hamriya & Wadi Kabir. Contact: 97380548 / 99680499

1 BHK and 2BHK Flats available near Lulu Darsait (Main road, Opp. to Min. of Defense). Contact : 93202733

5 BHK Villa in Al Khuwair, for Staff Accommodation. Contact 99792181

3BHK Al Khuwair R.O 375/-.

Contact: 92144045

2 & 3 BHK Flat in Al Khuwair & Ghubra. Contact 99792181

1BHK Mumtaz R.O 225/-.

Contact: 92144045

Flat for rent Al Hail North to the Wave Muscat ground floor with furniture the price RO 250/-.

Contact: 99353433

1BHK Darsait R.O 225/-.

Contact: 92144045 Room Al Khuwair R.O 110/-.

Contact: 97799175

Flats in Wadi Kabir.

Contact 94051789 / 97201688

New flats Wadi Al Kabir.

Contact: 92130703

Flat for rent 2 bedrooms in Ruwi Mumtaz area. Contact: 91409667 / 24291500

1 bedroom family / bachelors in Al Khuwair R.O 100/-.

Contact: 95154331

Ware house in Ghala for rent (400/ 800/ 1200/ 3300 SQM).

Contact: 91155779

Villa for rent in Al Khoud, 6 rooms, hall. Contact: 91763665

Hotel for investment.

Contact: 91155779

Flat in Al Bustan in Muscat, 3 rooms, 3 bathrooms, family hall, kitchen, store, laundry with spilt unit air condition 350/- O.R. Contact : 98919037

2/3 BHK in Al Khuwair for rent.

Contact: 91155779

3000 Sqr mtrs compound land in Misfah. Contact 99792181 Flat in Al Bustan in Muscat, 4 rooms, 3 bathrooms, family hall, kitchen with spilt unit air conditioner 400/- O.R. Contact: 96228232 / 92776303 1 B/R Fully Furnished Luxury Apartment @ Al Khuwair 33.

2 B/R Fully Furnished Luxury Apartment @ Al Khuwair 33. 4 B/R Unfurnished Apartment with attached Split A/C @ Azaiba. Contact: Atlas Real Estate & Rent A Car LLC : 99249069 / 94617563/ 99436312, Email: info@alshahiintl.com

Flats, shops & store for rent in MBD area Ruwi, Mumtaz area.

Contact: 97293708 / 92433127 Offices and Flats in Ghala.

Contact 94051789 / 97201688 Fully Furnished apartments in Boucher (35). Contact 94051789 / 97201688 Flat for rent in Al Khuwair 33.

Contact: 92277419 Four bedroom two floors luxurious and spacious residential villa in Al Hail North, near to the sea and Oman oil. Each room has its own bathroom. It has splits A/C’s and shaded car park. OMR 750 monthly. Tel: 99333479 or 95215360 or 97509955

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FOR RENT Villa in Al Khoud consists of 6 bedrooms, 1 sitting & living room.

Contact: 91153933 2BHK split A/C 200/- Monthly & 1BHK spilt A/C 150/- monthly new building good location Barka Market. contact 99342661 4 BHK Villa in Bowsher Heights.

Contact 99792181 1700 sqr mtrs open Land + small store + garage for Rent in Ruwi.

Contact 99792181 Shop for rent good location main road behind wholesale hyper market Amerat space 11 MT long, 4 MT Width. Contact: 92877449 Two bedrooms flat in Al Ghobrah near Oman Oil of 18 November Street. OMR 330 Monthly.

Contact 99333479 or 95215360 or 97509955.

Flat for Rent 2 bed room Near ISM muscat Indian Scoole Dar sate Tel : 00 968 95158570 Flats in Darsait. Contact 94051789 / 97201688 Brand new villas in Al Ansab. Contact 94051789 / 97201688 Flats in Ghobrah. Contact 94051789 / 97201688 Flats in Muttrah. Contact 94051789 / 97201688 Warehouse at Wadikabir - total area 3500 sqm - covered warehouse (500sqm), office, accommodation (1000sqm), open area (2000sqm) please contact: 99273774 - 99202278 Flat for rent 2 BHK 2 split A/C, 2 toilets, Wadi Kabir near Kuwaiti Masjid. Contact: 97007934 / 92629232 Furnished office (61M2) for sale / rent Al Khuwair near Zawawi Mosque. Contact: 95611569 1 Bed room, sharing K& T, R.O 100, 2 bedrooms , sharing K& T R.O 200/in AL Khuwair. Contact: 95154331 Flat in Al Khuwair opp grand mall 4 room 3 toilet + hall kitchen in 3 floor 400. Contact 99420346 Flat for rent in South AlGhubrah 3 rooms, hall and 3 toilets, kitchen rent 450/-. Contact: 99335580 2 BHK flat at Ruwi Mumtaz area RO 320/-. Contact: 99358589 / 97079146 / 95570288 02 BHK residential flat opposite to Al Nahdha hospital.

Contact: 99342733 /99795241 Villa in Bousher consists of 5 rooms, 1 hall & living room.

Contact: 91153933 Villa in Al Ghubra consists of 5 bedrooms, 1 hall and living room.

Contact: 91153933

2 bed rooms flat with hall, 2 bathrooms in Darsait near Muscat Municipality.

Contact: 92584715/ 24700120 Fully furnished offices in Ghala main Street. Contact: 94300909 Offices & Showrooms in Al Khood.

Contact 94051789 / 97201688 Flats In Qurum.

Contact 94051789 / 97201688 2BHK Big Size Flat Behind Bank Muscat, Wadi Kabir. Near ISWK. 97826454, 24815012.

2BHK split A/C for rent Muttrah near Oman House.

Contact: 97007934 / 92629232 1BHK Studio flat near Star Cinema RO 180/-. Contact: 99358589 / 97079146 / 95570288

FOR SALE Running Coffee Shop at Hamariya/Ruwi for sale with CR & Visa.

Contact : 92824153 / 99881187 603 sq mtrs residential land in Al Hail North Block 45 NE near Radio station. OMR 95 Thousand.

Tel: 99333479 or 95215360 or 97509955

FOR SALE Double Shutter 80 sq mtrs corner textile shop in Seeb Souq for sale.

Contact 99326339

Room available for family / bachelor opposite to o.K. Center, Ruwi.

Gsm 942-888-63

1No brand new containerized package type STP 100 m3/ day with blower equipments (suitable for camps). Serious Buyers may.

Contact: 99445367

Furnished single room available for Executive bachelor or small family in Walja near Honda road Ruwi. Contact: 99016546

2 Nos brand new sea water reverse osmosis plants 500m3/ day, containerized in knock down condition with American PD pumps & process pumps for immediate sale.

Serious buyers may Contact: 99445367 Shop for sale near Oman House, Muttrah. Contact 99024362.

400 sq mtrs Commercial/Residential land in Mabela Phase 5 Block 2. OMR 165 Thousand.

Contact 99333479 or 95215360 or 97509955

Ladies fashion boutique for sale in Al Khuwair. Contact: 24702870

Commercial /R land in Ghala (Industrial area) for sale.

Contact: 91155779

Commercial land in first line in Barka for sale. Contact: 91155779

Villa in Al Qurum / Azaiba/ Mawaleh for sale. Contact: 91155779

Farm in Barka for sale.

Contact: 91155779

Steel Scrap materials for immediate sale. Contact 99273774/ 99202278

Villa for sale in Mabela 6 rooms, living room & hall.

Contact: 91763665 Dental chairs for sale sparingly used dental units for sale.

Contact Mr. Ansari 92616343.

Kumar 99570284 Dental clinic for immediate sale doctor going abroad. Contact: 92882209 / 96373097 Ware house in W/K for Sale.

Contact: 91155779 2 Shops for sale at prime location in Ghobra. Contact: 96381294 Bozlur Apartment for sale location Bowshar apartment 105m has one sitting room, kitchen, balcony, two rooms with cupboards & curtains & 3 toilets. Contact: 99822260 / 94400777 6 Villas of six bedrooms each under construction in one compound in Bausher near Muscat Private hospital. Prices range from 165 thousand to 179 thousand for each villa. Each villa has three floors and 369 sq mtrs build up area. Tel: 99333479 or 95215360 or 97509955 Building in Al Khuwair at prime location for sale. Contact: 91155779

ACC. AVAILABLE

Space for printing press available at wadikabir with or without machinery. Contact 99328430 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 Urgent sale of steel scrap only serious buyers kindly contact +968 96725423 for viewing the items.

Almost new beach/ garden lounge chairs /bar stools/ counter.

Photos can be sent 95865457

ACC. AVAILABLE Room available with attached bath & balcony for an Executive bachelor near MBD area.

Contact: 95779616 Sharing accommodation for Executive bachelor / family near Badr Sama Ruwi. Contact: 99008436

Room with 9 bathrooms in Bousher for rent. Contact: 91153933

Commercial /R land in Al Khuwair for sale. Contact: 91155779

Two bedrooms, flat available, just behind ISM. Contact: 99467374

Apartment in Al Khoudh consists of 2 room & hall.

Contact: 91153933

Luxury Apartments in Boucher (35). Contact 95056808 / 97201688

Room with attached bathroom for working ladies in a flat in M.B.D. Contact: 99764307

Semi furnished big room with separate entrance attached bathroom near Indian School Al Ghubra for non cooking Indian Executive bachelor. Contact: 95146361 / 92657598 Big single room with AC, separate toilet, kitchen at Al Hail highway side preferred South Indians rent RO 90/-. Contact: 98593040 Semi furnished room for single bachelor at Muttrah R.O 85/-, WIFI & E/W. Contact: 92828615 Furnish bedroom with attach bathroom for executive bachelor.

Contact: 97704794 Independent room in Qurum/Hail Contact: 95529970 Full Furnished room with attached bathroom near Star Cinema for ex. Bachelor/lady. Contact 92886715 / 99782133 Room furnished attached for Executives in Mumtaz area.

Contact: 99334770 Spacious semi furnished room with separate bathroom for executive bachelor Opp. O.C. Centre Ruwi Call : 90611670 1 big room with attached bathroom with sharing kitchen available for small Muslim Family, Near Spar, Mumtaz area, Ruwi, Muscat.

Contact 99662698.

Room with attached bathroom for a family in Wadi Kabir.

Contact 97167857 1 BHK appartment for rent in Al Khoud Shabiya near mazoon mosque for rent (next to alkhoud medical center and squ) MOB: 93913224

ACC. AVAILABLE Sharing Accommodation available for working ladies opposite Al Nadhah Hospital. Preferably Indians. Room with seperate toilet and sharing kitchen.RO.90.

Contact 96524717 Furnished room attached bath for Indian bachelor, Al-Falaj Ruwi & lady Wadi Kabir near Mars hypermarket. CONTACT 96202458/96761960 Room available in Mumtaz area 1 room, 1 Bathroom, Kitchen & 1 room, common bathroom. Interested pleasecontact 92680041 Mr. Altaf Room available for Executive bachelor at Al Hail.

Contact 96234708 Room for rent with furniture.

Al Bustan village.

Contact 93687466

WANTED IELTS Coaching (academic) required nearby wadi Kabir area.

Please call on mobile or msg on Whats up. Mobile no: 92927880/ 99012165

Public Relation Service (PRO) Document Clearance, Business setup, Formation new Companies, LLC Companies, Investor Visa, Legal Services.

Contact Saleh:

96723485

Mitsubishi Pajero model 2006, full option, 6 cylinders, 3800 CC in a very good condition . Contact: 99376567 Prado 2007, manual 4-cylinder.

Contact: 99454425 Car for sale Mitsubishi Lancer, 2008 model, 1.3 CC. Contact: 92815138

BUYING Bobcat available for rent.

Contact 97623299 Used office house furniture & electronic items.

Contact: 99834373 / 96642500

Small old house for rent in Ghobra. Contact: 97165972

Buying cars for cash.

Contact: 90202090

Room with attached bathroom and sharing kitchen available for Executive bachelor or small family at wadikabir Contact 93049849

SITUATION WANTBUSINESS ED

1 BHK for rent, Ideal for small family or two bachelors, easy access to main road with AC near Sheraton hotel, CBD. Contact: 96444400

ONE STOP SHOP BUSINESS SERVICES

MV SALE

Furnished apartment for rent, two rooms, majlis, hall, kitchen.

Near Carrefour al-mawalah.

Contact 99336776

Sharing accommodation near ISD. Contact: 99657340

SITUATION WANTBUSINESS ED

Want to market a product.

Contact: 92162623

Coffee shop for sale 7 visa available at Al Khuwair.

Contact: 98826793

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 WEB, ERP and Business Intelligence (BI) creation and management at rock bottom price.

Contact: http//webviewoman Required partner investor to build an apartment in Al Mobelah.

Contact: 99355330 IT Consultancy division available interested person to handle the above division can Contact: 92162623

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SITUATION SITUATION WANTED VACANT

SALES EXECUTIVES

Urgently required

A leading Travel Agency in Oman requires the following staff for immediate employment.

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an Accountant

Accounts Assistant

Sales Executive

Reservation Assistant With valid Omani driving license and 2-4 years experience in IATA Accredited Travel Agency.

WƌŽŵŝŶĞŶƚ ƵŝůĚŝŶŐ DĂƚĞƌŝĂůƐ dƌĂĚŝŶŐ ŽŵƉĂŶLJ ƌĞƋƵŝƌĞƐ ^ĂůĞƐ džĞĐƵƟ ǀĞƐ ĨŽƌ ǀĂƌŝŽƵƐ ' ůŽĐĂƟ ŽŶƐ͘ Graduates with minimum 3 year experience in Sales may sent their resume to

With minimum 3-5 years Oman / GCC experience for a reputed Trading & Contracting Co. located in Azaiba.

Candidate must have Oman D/L & NOC.

Send CV at Email : hojobs2016@gmail.com

HOTEL MANAGER A new modern 3 star hotel located in a prime location at Bawshar – Muscat is looking for a Hotel Manager. The Candidate should be a holder of degree or an equivalent qualification in Hotel Management and should have at least 5 years’ experience at the Hotel industry with 2 years at least as Hotel manager.

Interested Candidates can e-mail CV’s to Qaisbahwan@yahoo.com

cv4gcc@gmail.com

Send your CV: info@styletrading.net Fax: 244 95 411

URGENTLY REQUIRED

PROTECTION ENGINEER LEADING GRADE1 ELECTRICAL CONSULTANCY FIRM FOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS IN OMAN NEEDS AN ELECTRICAL PROTECTION ENGINEER VERY URGENTLY. CANDIDATES SHOULD BE GRADUATE ELECTRICAL ENGINEER WITH MORE THAN 7 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN PROTECTION. DCRP OMAN LICENCE HOLDER WITH NOC WILL BE AN ADDED ADVANTAGE INTERESTED CANDIDATES PLEASE CONTACT : TELESCOPE ENGINEERING CONSULTANCY PO BOX : 270, POSTAL CODE 115 MR. M. RAJASEKARAN : +968 98340555, EMAIL : raj.telescope@gmail.com

ƌĞŶŽǁŶĞĚ ƐĐŚŽŽů ŝŶ DƵƐĐĂƚ ŝƐ ůŽŽŬŝŶŐ ĨŽƌ ĐŽŵƉĞƚĞŶƚ Θ ĞdžƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞĚ ƚĞĂĐŚĞƌƐ ƚŽ ƚĞĂĐŚ ƚŚĞ ĨŽůůŽǁŝŶŐ ƐƵďũĞĐƚƐ ŶŐůŝƐŚ ;ĨŽƌ ƉƌŝŵĂƌLJ Θ ƐĞĐŽŶĚĂƌLJͿ Primary Math’s & ICT džƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ͗ minimum 3 years YƵĂůŝĮ ĐĂƟ ŽŶ͗ Masters/ Bachelors in the relevant subject B.Ed/ M.Ed Only eligible candidate with the required experience and ƋƵĂůŝĮ ĐĂƟ ŽŶƐ ŵĂLJ ĂƉƉůLJ ďLJ ϯϬƚŚ DĂLJ͕ ϮϬϭϲ

SITUATION WANTED ACCOUNT. & FINANCE Part Time Accounting, Audit Preparation, Internal Audit, Monthly Reports, Accounting set up for new companies, Project Report for Bank Loan purposes. GSM : 96975454, email: ibfc.gcc@gmail.com

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BEAUTICIAN Require experienced Beautician for parlor, visa available.

Contact: 92285241 Require Employee for Saloon in Al Amerat, should have experience.

Contact: 90600688

IT Required Shop Sales man + Hardware Technician for IT Company with minimum 2 years experience.

Contact: 98825806 / 98825806, Email: info@rns-group.com

MEDICAL DOMESTIC HELPER Required Office Boy. Contact : 91120552 House maid for small Omani family.

Contact: 92158031 Required house maid part time in Azaiba for Keralite family.

Contact : 96758982 A full time living Housemaid required for an Indian family in Ghobrah. Contact: 97335255

DRIVER Driver required for a leading Courier company. Send CV to info@atsglobex.com Contact: 00968-97461515 Salary: Negotiable.

Required Omani Driver for a restaurant. Contact 95929911 Wanted a experience Driver for Capital and Interior work.

Gsm : 942-888-63

Wanted driver. Contact: 97165972

Required gynecologist GEN: practitioner lady lab Technician and pharmacologist immediately for a clinic in Suwaiq.

Contact: 95081010 Email: umchealthcare@gmail.com Urgently required Pharmacist & MOH licensed female Dentist for a reputed polyclinic. Send CV : manageribnalhaitham@yahoo.com or call 96721709.

Wanted G.P Doctor, Pharmacist, Lab Technician and Staff Nurse for a running medical clinic near Sohar area. Contact 95272672 Care Medical Centre Al Seeb requires Gynecologist and General Practitioner.

Mail CV to:sarita_h23@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 needed for reputed clinic. Preferably with MOH license or with Dataflow & Paramatics pass Contact: 95388934 Require a qualified Nurse to take care of an elderly female.

Contact: 99425200

DESIGNER Urgently required Designer minimum 5 years experience with different design concept and any related jobs Contact: 93218176 / Email: joboman88@gmail.com

MISCELLANEOUS Wanted Steward / Deckhand for Yacht in Muscat, Housekeeping & Guest service duties. Contact: Whatsapp 95887572 Email: alibadawy@gmail.com

SALES / MARKETING Wanted experienced outdoor Salesman with computer knowledge in designing with valued Oman driving license or any other GCC valid license holders for a screen printing & Advertising firm.

Contact: 00968 94548749 Email: arscreens04@gmail.com Urgently required Printing & Stationary Salesman (minimum 3 years experience in field.

Contact: 93218176 / Email: joboman88@gmail.com Require Freshers & experienced Receptionists, insurance underwriters & marketing executives with fluency in English (Omani & expatriates) apply to insure@dotintl.com Sales person with 10 years experience in logistics sales. Attractive salary and incentive scheme.

Required for the fastest growing logistics company in Oman.

Will be required to recruit and develop a sales team.

Email: telljobs@gmail.com Required fresh Graduate in Sales / marketing with valid D/L. Send CV on Email : citycom213@gmail.com Required smart, young, dynamic Sales & Marketing Executive having 2-3 years sales experience for a reputed manufacturing company in Oman, 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 Required female person to work at the retail shop/Marketing.

Please send your CV on e mail: Zeyanaalharmaly@yahoo.com

EDUCATION/TRAINING Teachers required Math, Science & English with B.Sc, B.Ed & B.A, B. Ed for Omani Private School in North Al Hail. Contact: 95141554 / 95825772

Required candidates for following posts: Accountant, Storekeeper, Foreman Building Maintenance, Van-salesman (water), Helpers.

Candidates with Omani driving license preferred.

Contact 99273774/99202278

ENGINEER/MECHANIC. SECRETARIAL & OFFICE Wanted Marine Engineer for yacht in Muscat.

Contact: Whatsapp 95887572 Email: alibadawy@gmail.com Indian Civil Diploma / ITI /Experienced person with DL for a small construction and maintenance company in Muscat to work as partner. Investment not required.

Contact 99039756.

Civil Engineer, Masons, Helpers, Shuttering, Carpenters, Steel fixers with 5 yrs experience in Oman.

Contact: 97491117

Female Executive Secretary for MD Indian / Philippine Minimum 5years experience in HR and other administration work. Immediate appointment & attractive package.

Send your CV with passport size photo to E-mail: dsjob913@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 Experienced Sales and Marketing Executive required for Indian restaurant, valid driving license preferred. Email CV to deepak@jashnoman.com

SALES / MARKETING Required Office Assistant with driving license present in Oman, Electrical B.Tech with 5 years of Oman experience & D/L electrical with ITI Industrial & MEDC license.

Contact: 99454425

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

SKILLED / UNSKILLED Urgently required Offset Printer (5 years experience in the same and well versed in any related jobs. Contact: 93218176 / Email: joboman88@gmail.com Required Indian Mason – 5 nos., eligibility (minimum 5 yrs experience in road construction field).

Contact: 99882127 Email: georgymv@yahoo.com

SITUATION SIT. WANTED ACCOUNT. & FINANCE Senior Accounts Executive, B.Com, 05 years experience in India, seeking urgent job in Oman.

Contact 919900077458, +968-98444359, Email:syedtou23@gmail.com.

Part Time Accountant, up to finalization of accounts, looking for job after 5 PM (location prefer MSQ to Al Hail). Contact: 90935099 Sudanese accountant holding BSC, CIB 8 Post Graduate Diploma in financial management with Banking experience in projects finance. Contact: 99061339 Fresher 24, 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 Accounts part time services, available to handle all accounts up to finalization on monthly basis.

Finalization and audit works.

Contact: 96247295 Young Indian male ACCA finalist with B.Sc (Hons) in applied Accounting with 3 years experience & holding valid Omani driving license seeks immediate placement, NOC available.

Contact: 92851056 Accountant available with NOC, 7 years experience in Oman.

Ready to join immediately.

Contact 98263394 ACCA member with 6 yrs of experience in Oman looking for a suitable job in finance.

Contact: 99284193 28/male/MBA - finance/B.Com Accountant with 4 years of Dubai/ India experience looking for a suitable placement.

Contact 90187483 shobinkarikkan1987@gmail.com Senior Accountant Indian male 10 years experience (8 yrs in Oman) with D/L & NOC, Accounts upto finalization.

Contact: 99582979 / 97373853

Indian male good experience in accounts, Admin & ERP, Tally 9 NOC available looking for suitable job.

Contact: 94834687 Senior Accountant 5 years experience NOC available up to finalization valid D/L. Contact: 96339599 Email: ahmedmohdkhan@gmail.com Indian male 32 Chartered Accountant having 2 years Oman experience looking for suitable placement in finance & Audit fields.

Contact: 96357827 Email: ubaiskeeran@gmail.com Indian Accountant with 15 yrs experience / driving license 8 yrs in Oman local release available.

Contact: 93477447 Email: s4svpai@gmail.com Indian CA, male 34yrs and 14+ Yrs exp. in A/Cs, finance, auditing, consultancy and knows SAPB1,Tally ERP etc. , Oman D/L .Currently in Oman. NOC available.

Please contact: 94704800, Email: omanjobca@gmail.com.

B.Com Graduate 10 years experience in Oman accounts & auditing.

NOC available. Contact: 95716128 mail: jaigomesh.ganesh@gmail.com Accountant available with NOC, plus 10 years experience up to finalization of Accounting, Inventory Control on Tally ERP9, ready to join immediately. Contact: 97667273 Email: babujashid@gmail.com Chief Accountant well experienced with reputed group available for immediate joining.

Contact : 98803439 / 97413784.

MBA female looking for job in accounting or in marketing or Administration department having 1 year experience have knowledge of Tally ERP9, MS Word.

Contact: 95910427 Email: ritashivprasad111@gmail.com Indian female with B.Com & CA Inter having overall 12 years experience in accounting / finance field, now on visit visa. # 90651102 American Certified Manager (6 sigma, CPPM) with MBA, PMP trained having 10 years, UAE cross functional experience in procurement, projects management, supply chain, facilities & Administration with UAE D/L seeking suitable placement. Contact: 90772927 Email: callshebin@gmail.com MBA & BBA (Hons) finance & having three years experience in accounts & seeking suitable job on visit visa, immediately joining. All documents are attested and verified from Oman.

Contact: 00968 94044125 Indian male 34 yrs, M.Com – Finance with 5 yrs experience in Accounts in India, presently in visiting visa looking for a suitable placement. Contact: 93671785 Email: jeyan903@gmail.com

Indian (Male) having 17+years Experience in Trading & Healthcare seeking senior Position in Accounts (11 years GCC Experience ) currently on Resident Visa (NOC Available ) and has a valid Omani Driving Licence. Contact: 91335026; skumartp@gmail.com Indian male 26 years MBA experience in Accountant & Administration in a MNC company currently on visit visa ready to join.

Contact: +968 92194987 email: achal1989@hotmail.com Indian male age 26, Accountant one year experience in accounts looking for suitable job. Contact Email: Anishkhan991867@gmail.Com Mobile: +968 9565 9415 Qualified and experienced MBA post graduate with proven work exposure in Middle East & India, having more than 5.5 years of rich experience in accounts , project coordination and administration in (3.5 years UAE experience) oil and gas projects is currently looking for suitable job. Contact 93953613, Email-allen.mathew83@gmail.com Indian 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 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 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 Accountant 8Years Experience with D/L and NOC. Contact 97712084 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 Accountant Assistant BBA, exp, Tally have 2 yr valid VISA PH : 98269281

ARCHITECT ARCHITECT, Indian Female with 4 years experience in Oman, well versed in related softwares, seeks suitable placement. Contact email: samarch0409@gmail.com GSM 96207476 Indian female diploma architect 6 years exp in Oman Engineering consultancy, valid Oman driving license. Contact: 96683293 / 97750870

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ENGINEER WŝƚŚ Ϯ LJĞĂƌƐ ĞdžƉ ŝŶ dĞůĞĐŽŵ ƐĞĐƚŽƌ͕ ĐƵƌƌĞŶƚůLJ ŽŶ ǀŝƐŝƚ ǀŝƐĂ͕ looking for suitable placement.

ŽŶƚĂĐƚ ͗ ϵϯϵϭϵϵϰϯ ĂŐŶĞůũĞƌŝŶΛLJĂŚŽŽ͘ĐŽŵ ^ƵĚĂŶĞƐĞ DĂůĞ ϯϱ LJƌƐ ͘^Đ ůĞĐƚƌŽŶŝĐ ^LJƐƚĞŵ ŶŐŝŶĞĞƌŝŶŐ ǁŝƚŚ ϭϭ LJƌƐ͘ džƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ŝŶ 'ŽǀͬWƌŝǀĂƚĞ͘ /^ K ; EWͲZΘ^Ϳ ĂŶĚ ƚŚŝĐĂů ŚĂĐŬŝŶŐ ; , ǀϴͿ ĞƌƟ Į ĞĚ͘ ƐƚƌŽŶŐ ŬŶŽǁůĞĚŐĞ ŽĨ ŶĞƚǁŽƌŬ ĂĚŵŝŶŝƐƚƌĂƟ ŽŶ ĂŶĚ /d services management. ŵĂŝů͗ ŐĂďĂƌŽŬŝϮŬΛŐŵĂŝů͘ĐŽŵ DŽď͗нϵϳϰϱϬϰϳϱϬϯϰ

ADMIN With 15 years of Gulf experience in HR / Admin / logistics looking for suitable position. Fluent in Arabic / English with D/L. Contact: 95824598 Indian female MBA (HR) 4 yrs exp in HR & Admin in India & Oman looking suitable placement.

Contact: 95619537 Tamil Nadu female BE, (ECE) MBA (HR) 25 years, 6 months experience business consult (HR) currently under family visa looking for suitable position. Contact: 99502581 Indian female 27 yrs MBA HR with 3.6 yrs exp in HR / Marketing / Customer relation currently in Muscat on visit visa.

Contact: 97205038 Email: chandpriya89@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 Indian female BE (EC) with 2 years HR /IT/ Admin experience looking suitable placement now in visit visa.

Contact: 93263169 Receptionist (BSC Hotel Management) Indian male 26 years experience in Taj, Ramada, Crowne Plaza looking for position, now in Oman (Salalah) on visit visa.

Contact: 99780896 Indian, 20 years experience in Oman as Personal Assistant / Office Manager / Executive Secretary / Senior Administrator / Business Development Asst. seeks job change. Release available.

Contact 99168054.

Dynamic Indian male with 5 years Oman & Indian experience in Administration, purchase, marketing with valid Oman driving license seeks placement, also a certified SAP SD. Contact: 93846053 Filipino HRD especialist / material controller supervisor with 18 yrs experience looking for suitable job in Oman. Contact: (+968) 98037142 / (+968) 92659817 Young Omani male have experience 12 years as P.R.O, CLERK Helper Supervisor Admin Supervisor, H.R Manager have diploma in H.S.E, IT and P.D.O license, looking for H.R position or P.R.O part time or full time. Contact: 95933288

CATERING Indian female 25 years MSc food, nutrition and dietetics looking for suitable job as dietitian or food quality Controller or Nutritionalist. Contact: 98924131 / 96737147 Email: swathysatheesh7@gmail.com Filipino Cabin steward / Linen vallet is looking for suitable job in Oman. Contact: +968 91065438 or email: blonglive@gmail.com

DESIGNER/DRAUGHTSMAN Revit, Autocad D/man, expected salary 200 OMR PH :92279784

DESIGNER/DRAUGHTSMAN 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.

Filipino Senior Revit/AutoCAD Draftsman with 20 years professional experience is looking for suitable job in Oman. Please Contact: 96489798, (+974) 66653780.

D E ' Z, CIPD HR

Indian male MBA

Sr. Sales & Marketing Specialist

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WŝƚŚ ϭϯ LJĞĂƌƐ ĞdžƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ŝŶ ' ĂŶĚ KŵĂŶ͘ ŽŵƉĞƚĞŶƚ ŝŶ ^ĂůĞƐ͕ DĂƌŬĞƟ ŶŐ͕ ƵƐŝŶĞƐƐ ŽƉĞƌĂƟ ŽŶ ĂŶĚ ĂĚŵŝŶŝƐƚƌĂƟ ŽŶ͘ Interested employer please call

Finance & Marketing 25 yrs having 1.9 years of experience Finance & Marketing Contact: 95206140/ 96992013

Indian male, Diploma Engineer with BBA & 16 yrs experience in Oman, worked with MNC in retail (Telecom/ Lubricant sales) and with construction industry handling various products & subcontract projects.

Holding valid Oman D/L, NOC available.

97728418

bonnythomas007@gmail.com

Email:

Contact 96960991, Email : sunap1968@gmail.com

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DRIVER License light heavy duty, PDO license experience 8 years mechanical experience vehicle. #92091528 Bangladeshi male looking for driving job. Contact: 98140379 Light driver looking for job Gulf exp.

Contact: 91929556 Driver Pakistani exp 4 years, looking for job. Contact: 94356465 Driver looking for job, 3 years experience. Contact: 97468646 Light driver / Salesman fluent in English, Arabic well knowledge of Muscat Areas. Contact: 97950869 Bangladeshi driver looking for job.

Contact: 97418036 Bangladeshi want job with own car. Contact : 93822195 Experience driver looking for job.

Contact: 95113612 Looking for a full time driver with valid Omani license.

Contact 95454033 Light driver available.

Contact: 95501608 Light driver available.

Contact: 91362475 Looking for weekly light driving job, experience 5 years.

Contact: 92640278 Light driver. Contact: 99775728 Looking for driving job experience 5 years, Pakistani.

Contact: 96046242 / 93804176 Light vehicle driver. Contact: 95891087 Light driver with 6 years experience looking for job. Contact 92617293 Light duty driver 2 yrs exp.

Contact: 96393805 Driver with car. Contact: 93346085

ENGG. / TECH./MECH. Civil Engineer, B.Tech, 6 yrs experience with Omani driving license, local release available.

Contact: 91693008 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 Project Manager Electrical with 6 years experience with EHV & MV substation projects. NOC available.

Contact 91398559 Indian B.E Civil Engineer 1 year Indian 5 months Oman experience seeking Site Engineer position, local release available.

Contact: 96411591 Indian Diploma Civil Engg 3 years Indian exp 6 months Oman exp seeking Site Engineer position, local release available.

Contact: 96411950 Indian female on family visa having M. Ttech degree in Biotech seeking suitable placement in any field. Contact: 91287047 Computer Hardware Technician, experienced Indian Male on visit visa seeking for suitable placement as hardware technician and Store Incharge. Contact: 95711667 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 Electrical Engineer Indian male 30 years having 5 years of experience in industrial automation & utility maintenance in India, holding valid Oman D/L. Contact: 92789995 mail: akhilabrahamlktr@gmail.com

Civil Engineer diploma, 4 yrsexp seeks suitable position ina reputed company. NOC available.

Contact 96789711 Civil Engineer 8 years experience Structural buildings marine.

Available NOC release.

Contact: 92451323.

Email: zubairali134@yahoo.com Indian male Electrical Engineer, having 6 years gulf experience in designing, assembling, commissioning execution etc having valid GCC license too looking for a suitable.

Contact: 00968-98052942 Email: azamjeelani78@gmail.com HSE Engineer (B.E Mech+Diploma Safety+NEBOSH+OSHA) over 10yrs. Exp, (Visa Release Letter (NOC) available), seeking suitable placement, Mob:97061817, Email:jayanammu1977@gmail.com B.Tech Mechanical Engineer having 8 years exp having Oman driving license seeking suitable placement. Contact: 97841963 Civil Engineer fresh Graduate with Omani driving license looking job in any company.

Contact: 91745797 / 99190898 Email: alio_abdo@hotmail.com Diploma Civil 5 years experience in Oman with D/L & NOC. Contact: 93772030 Indian worked as Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Engineer with Global Gypsum Board Co. LLC, Salalah (3 yrs) having valid Oman driving license, looking for a new job urgently.

Contact 93363104 Electrical Engineer with 8 Years Experience, looking for Job, having driving License and NOC. Ph#91293519 Email:nomee987@gmail.com Diploma in Civil Engineer 3 years experience (Surveyor) 1 year experience building work looking for job. Contact: 94857668 Email: mudassarsh93@gmail.com Mechanical Engineer, B.Tech & M.Sc, 3 yrs experience in Oman having Driving License.

Contact: 91162085 Mechanical Engineer with 2 years experience in Quality Control / Mechanical Engineer has achieved certification in NDT level 2, currently in Oman looking for suitable placement.

Contact: 95632276, Email: jassin.sudhakaran@gmail.com Electrical Engineer with 16 years experience in switchgear / transformer / over head lines & trading, looking for sales / procurement & project planning & Execution with NOC & D/L. Contact: 95994727 Email: qurm340@gmail.com Pakistani male Diploma Civil Engineer 4yrs exp in Oman bulling & mega projects, valid license Oman.Contact:98921022 Civil Engineer (Indian male) 5 years experience in Oman with valid Omani driving license & NOC looking for suitable opportunity.

Contact: 93101283 Diploma in Civil Engineer (11 years Gulf experience +7 years India experience) Building structure & finishing work NOC available. Contact: 90458201 Email: siva6467@yahoo.com Sudanese Civil Engineer 6 years experience in Oman. # 95212902

Civil Engineer (B.Tech), Indian male 24 years with 1+years Indian experience,(Certified in Staad Pro/ Quantity Survey/ Auto Cad).

Looking for a Suitable position.

Available In Sultanate of Oman (Muscat) on Visit Visa.

Contact 92835952. E-mail: mohammedamair.bin@gmail.com 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 Indian male, Instrumentation Engineer with M.Tech in Chemical process control seeking for suitable job position, presently in Oman for visit. Contact: 98352288 Indian male 23 years Electronics and Communication Engineer B.Tech & Technical Diploma looking for suitable position. Contact: 94804100, sulthank@live.com Mechanical Engineer 28 years, 3 yrs experience, 1 year in Oman with NOC looking for suitable placement. Contact 94887665 Email: mechatron_mt@yahoo.com

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Civil Engineer 8 years experience in Oman as a project engineer for governmental & private projects.

Contact – 90164912 Young Indian, Engineering in Bio-technology, Bio-chemical and Chemical, looking for a challenging placement in Oman.

Contact 97607000. Email: sivasankarjayakumar@gmail.com Diploma Engineering Instrumentation Technician, 2 years experience skills calibration & installation etc. Contact: 98963344 / 96946408 Email: anfeeranfu4@gmail.com Automobile Mechanic ITI 3 years experience marine mechanical fitter 2 yrs experience.

Contact: 93674847 Indian 14 yrs exp SR MEP – Elect Engg with NOC, searching suitable job, in field PMC, Fire consultants , Testing & com, project supervision.

Contact: 92437865 Email: maimran.mtech@live.com Indian male B-tech 8 years experience as senior electrical project engineer / QC engineer on visit visa seeks suitable placement.

Contact 94094543 Email: anwar425@gmail.com

EDUCATION/TRAINING B.E Mechanical Engineer, age 33 with 6+ years experience in GCC in MEP building construction field (execution and design of HVAC,firefighting,plumbing), with D/L, NOC available 96978380;prajithks@gmail.com Civil & MEP Sub contractor we are doing all types of civil electrical & plumbing works. Contact: 98040451 /94109760 Auto CAD Drawings & program chart we are doing all types of civil, electrical, plumbing shop drawings & program chart for approval.

Contact: 98040451/ 94109760 Civil Engineer B.Tech 2 years experience on visit seeks immediate placement. Contact: 98233199 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 Construction Machinery repairs Engineer, 5 years, driving license, Contact - 94001961

Teacher available accounts business and economics near MQ by Indian lady Teacher.

Contact: 91254950 Indian female Mathematics Lecturer. M Sc Mathematics from a Prestigious University. B.Ed qualified, distinction holder.

7 Yrs experience with last 5 years as Assistant Professor Mathematics in Engineering College.

Contact: 91360147.

Female B. Ed English teacher, 7 yrs exp seeking suitable placement. Contact : 99739415 / 92091528

IT IT Solution Architect,Indian female post graduate with 12 years of IT experience. Looking for position of IT Solution Architect/Consultant/Project Manager, Valid driving license. Contact 96563962 Indian male 4 years experience in IT as Programmer / Web Support / CCNA/ Network on visit visa seeking placement. Contact: 93069694 Email: mrabrar14@gmail.com

B.Sc Civil Engineer, MBA experience 5 years (15 months in Oman) English & Arabic, driving license looking for a suitable job.

Contact: 94162443

Indian male 3 years experience in IT as Linux Administrator& 1 year experience in Amazon EC2 Cloud at Wipro Technologies Bangalore seeking for a suitable placement.

Contact: 92889678 Email: amalpathikal@gmail.com

Indian male BE Mechanical with 11 years experience in Automotive engineering and Industrial maintenance in Oman. With valid driving license seeks suitable job.

On release in Oman. 92880593

Indian male B.Tech Electronics communication, MCSA, Java on visit visa seeking placement in IT / Network / Server Support / Retail sales. Contact: 91736346 Email: sajilsadanandan@gmail.com

Indian 24 yrs exp SR civil Engg with NOC, searching suitable job, in any project Supervision.

Contact: 96602718 mishteyaqh@yahoo.co.in

Software Developer having two years of experience in PHP Web development & Microsoft CRM & adx Portal experience looking for a developer position in reputed Software house or IT Dept bilal.

Contact: 95596711 / 92762313

Electrical & Electronics Engineer 1 year experience currently on visit visa, available immediately.

Contact: 90654844 / 90491353 Email: feyizmohamed@gmail.com

IT Support Engineer, Exp 3 years in Oman 2 years in India.

Contact: 94672759

Indian Male, MCA Graduate, 15 yrs exp in ERP, CSM Certified, seeking suitable role.NOC Available.

Contact : GSM : 90189284 Email: meetlibran@gmail.com

MISCELLANEOUS Indian Female, 25 Years - MSc Biotechnology, 1yr exp. in Microbiology, Looking for suitable job.

Mobile: 92619048, Email: anusreeg1991@gmail.com Indian B.Tech 37 years Project Engineer , 12 + years experience in construction, maintenance of STP, Pumping stations, sewer lines, drinking water distribution and service reservoirs & pipe lines. Contact: 99364007 / +91-887422635 Email: mdzubair01@gmail.com Indian male, 16 years experience in Telecom vas industry on different Vas products, services & Enterprise solutions, looking for managerial position in relevant field, visit visa on hand for three months. Contact: 99744870 / 0091-9959171939, Email: tsbabu@airhub.com BS in Electrical Engineering, Experience: 5 years(Power Plants).

Contact: 92475206 Email: zahaibzafar007@gmail.com Cricket : 23 years, fast bowler (LAF) Played OCC premier league, U-19, Faisalabad region, Patron trophy seeks suitable placement. Qualification : Intermediate experience in Stores. NOC in hand. Contact: M: 91241615 Pak : 03416102803 Indian male 28 years with D/L with NOC seeks suitable placement. Contact: 93083279 Procurement Coordinator Indian male 30 yrs B.Com (Computers) 4 years experience in Saudi Arabia Construction Company looking for any suitable position on visit visa till 18 June 2016.

Contact: 0968 98590811 Email: ibrahimhashmi220@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. # 92066 523

MEDICAL Staff Nurse seeking job for nurse with 2 years experience in India with visit visa, passed with 51% Oman prometric. Contact: 91451935 D- Pharm Pharmacist 17 years experience Ayurvedic Panchakarma Masseur’s 3 years experience.

Contact: 93672452 Indian female Dentist specialized Endodontist looking for suitable placement, prometric completed.

Contact: 96410448

MANAGER Operations Manager – Interior designing, Indian male, 20 years experience in Interior Decoration, Joinery, Gypsum Works, MEP Works, BOQ preparation, costing, looking for suitable placement.

Contact: 97608867 Purchase Head Indian 20 years experience in MNC Civil, MEP, FIRE, Oil& Gas, PDO Omani driving license NOC available. # 93737496 Young Dynamic MBA Post-Grad with 2 yrs exp as Procurement officer at Muscat & 3 yrs exp & Marketing-Interior construction in India with NOC and Driving License. No# 98238260

Electrical & Electronics Engr, knows autocad & revit.

PH: 93837973

System IT Engineer with Linux & UNIX System Administration skills transferable visa. Contact: 99109332

Telecommunication Engineer resident in the Sultanate, Sudanese Nationality. Contact : 95000024

Omani 26(m) seeks placement 6 yrs experience IT specialist.

Contact: 99025044

Diploma Civil Engineer (8 years Exp.) with driving license.

Contact 92429006, francisprem123@gmail.com

Site Supervisor, Diploma in Civil Engg (cert attested) knows autocad revit, salary exp: 250 Ph : 92279784

Indian female M.Sc Computer Science seeking suitable placement in Muscat area.

Contact: 98660672

Lady Secretary / Sales Co-coordinator 12 years experience in Oman in reputed companies, seek immediate Employment.

Call: 95244761

Worked as Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Engineer with Global Gypsum Board Co. LLC, Salalah (3 years) having valid Oman driving license looking for a new job urgently. Contact: 93363104

Indian male, Structural Engineer looking for job in structural design field. Having 6 years of experience in design field. Residing in Muscat.

Contact: 91176187 syam036@gmail.com

Indian female M.Sc Biotechnology, 3 years experience seeking for suitable position, part / full flexible for research, teaching business development IT hospitals. #94710931 Email: skystars.hm@gmail.com

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

Mechanical Engineer (B.Tech) Indian male with 1 year experience looking for job, qualification in QA- QC, HVAC & piping engineering. Contact: 90510800 Email: muhammedjaseem07@gmail.com

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SITUATION WANTED SKILLED LABOR STP operator 20 yrs experience.

Contact: 93550661 Email: feroz1391@gmail.com

SALES / MARKETING Digital Marketer: MCA, 2.6 yrs. Exp: SEM/SMM/PPC/SEO/SMO looking for suitable positions. Contact, Email: abeyve@gmail.com.

Contact 93594114 Indian male, 5 years building material sales experience in Oman Seeking for placement.

Contact 90655903 Pakistani male MBA 6 years experience, electrical & building material in Oman seeking for placement.

Contact : 968 96789513 Indian male 24 years B.com 2 years of experience in Sales & Office Admin knowledge of Tally ERP 9 & MS Office. Contact: 98613373 / 97359814, Email: syedismailnoor@gmail.com Indian Male, MBA marketing 5 yrs exp. in sales & 4 yrs in FMCG sector, looking for best opportunity.

NOC available. Contact: 96001877 Marketing, BBA, Dip in Logistics Mgmt, on 2 yrs free visa.

Contact : 98269281 35 years male, Lebanese holding British passport, 10 years of experience in procurement, Omani Government tenders, setup marketing plans & strategies, importing, Organizing events, management, have car, NOC available.

Contact 94123939 Email: 002015r@gmail.com 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 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 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

MISCELLANEOUS Filipino I.T. with 5 years experience looking for suitable job in Oman.

Contact: +968 91183514 or email delarama_ryan_t@yahoo.c om 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 Indian female B.Com, 1 year experience in Oman, experience in wings account package and knowledge of tally. Looking for Accounting job. Presently in Family visa.

Contact: 93491124 & 92054531 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 ACCA affiliate, B.Sc Degree holder, 3 years experience in audit and finance at Big 6, Male, Looking for suitable placement. NOC release available. Contact:95140445, a.saran891@gmail.com Indian Male, 23, BBA graduate with approx. 2 years experience in India and UAE is looking for job in sales / marketing.

Contact: 94032041; Mail: azzamsiddique1@gmail.com

MISCELLANEOUS Male Indian, 8 years of experience doing desktop engineer, software implementation, system admin, searching for suitable job. Email: thiruvazhimarban.ciet@gmail. com, mobile: +919171447997 / +919894357260 Looking for a part time accounting job, additional experience in admin & store - purchase. #99196621 Indian male with 5 year Oman Sales Experience with valid Oman D/L, looking for suitable position. Mobile:97221624, Email:saileshpkhanna@gmail.com B.E. (Mechanical) 12years industrial sales one year Muscat experience, Presently in India, Immediately ready to join.

Contact :917338899372 , email id : ganesh2008sep@gmail.com Male, Indian, 25, 5 years experience in Dubai; looking for permanent placement in Oman for jobs related to sales, coordination and marketing. Contact: +971563664701 syed97681@gmail.com Male, 23, with experience in UAE & India, looking for job in sales / marketing. Contact: 94032041 Sr. Accountant, WITH Oman D/L & 8.5 yrs exp, 7.5 yrs Oman & 1 yr India in manufacturing, trading & contracting Cos, independently handling all accounting, finance, banking, L/C, import, export & finalization seeks placement, srjob12@gmail.com Procurement/Tender & Contract Procurement /logistics & freight Specialist /Oil Field / petrochemical/Engineer /MBA /SAP certify / 15yrs Rich Experience/ Import &export Specialist / Oil Field experience/ coordinator / World Wide supplier network /Noc available Looking for challenging Position Contact: 97813849, Email Id:vved76@gmail.com Male, 23, with experience in UAE & India, looking for job in sales / marketing. Contact: 94032041 Indian Male Accountant. Completed MBA with 1 year experience, good working knowledge in Tally & Excel. Searching for suitable job. Email : jovin8910@gmail. com, Contact : 919715874548 , 918015907437

Sri Lankan Male, 31 years. 6 years experience as an Accounts Executive, (Languages can speak Urdu/ Arabic, English written & spoken) .

Contacts: 99782930/ lalindra1st@yahoo.com HSE Engineer, Indian male, 5.5 Plus years experience in Oil & Gas. Working in Shclumberger.NEBOSH, IOSH, & NDT Certified, M Tech in HSE. CONTACT-krish.569@gmail. com Mobile- +91 9867016808 Sri Lankan Male, 31 years. 6 years experience as an Accounts Executive, (Languages can speak Urdu/ Arabic, English written & spoken).

Contact 99782930/ lalindra1st@yahoo.com Indian male with 10+ years of working experience (security solutions, event management) on visit visa seeks suitable placement. # 97945269, hkkrishna@gmail.com Indian male Network Cabling Technician (19-years gulf experience) seeking for suitable placement. mobile no: 0091-8089909265 (India), email: mohithavp@gmail.com Senior accountant ,NOC available, more than 5 years exp., born & bought up in Oman, Accounting upto finalization, computer skills tally9, Sage ERP accpac 500(6.0A), Vcams , Audit ,valid Oman D/L, languages known English ,Arabic, Hindi. can join immediately. Tel: 96339599, mail-ahmedmohdkhan@gmail.com Petrochemicals Specialist, Chemical, MBA 18 YEARS EXPERIENC IN OIL FIELDS COM, RAW MATERIAL , polymer, SPACIALISED IN Procurement /COMMECIAL/ PURCHASE / LOGISTICS / SCM/Planning & sound knowledge of technical requirement for any manufacture plant Forecasting, Distribution, Vendors Development, LC opening/ establishment coordination with NOC available.

Contact:97813849

Indian male electrician(EEE ).

Two years good working experience searching for suitable job.

Gmail antonyajin15@gmail. com, : Contact; 918148336160 / 918300136160

Business Management Graduate with 12 years of experience in Oman, Worked with catering, medical, IT groups seeks suitable placement in Finance/purchase/ insurance sector, NOC Available.

Email, saima.gangawali@gmail. com, Mob 94258301

Electrical & Electronics diploma Engineer Indian male 23 years, 2 years experience in Electrical field/good experience in Electronics MCU projects currently in visit visa please do not hesitate to Contact; 93047707 Email: adilm89@gmail.com

Indian Male, 24 yrs, looking for any type of job, qualification is Diploma in Electronics with 3 years of experience in the hardware an networking field an also worked in construction company Mabelah for 6 months as supervisor, having valid D/L. Contact : - +96897017866.

Indian male 30 yrs, holding valid driving license, having 5 years of experience in sales, looking for suitable position.

Contact # 90552942/94355626

33 year old Filipina with experience in Tele performance, Manila call centre, now working as Waitress in Qatar seeking suitable post.

Local contact 99022484

Indian male Diploma in Electronics, having 3 years of experience in the hardware and networking field, also worked in construction company Mabela for 6 months as supervisor, trying to get driving license. Contact: - +96897017866.

Indian Male 28 years, Mechanical Engineer (Diploma) with 2 years’ exp., Automobile ITI NCVT, CSWIP-BGAS Painting QC Grade-2, NDT Level-2, ISO Lead Auditor QA (IRCA), Piping QC & Isometric Drawings, WPS & WPQR, available on Visit Visa, seeks suitable job.

Contact: 90653733, libinthomaslt@gmail.com

Mechanical Engineer, Indian, Male,5 years experience in GCC & India, looking for permanent placement in Oman. NOC Release Available. Contact: 00968-95140445; noorullahanas@gmail.com Indian female (27 yrs) MBA(IT), BCA,CCNA.2year experience in IT operations in Oman. Graduated from Oman with good analytical, communicating & programming skills, presented in international conference, seeking suitable positions. contact:93672143.e-mail id:fathima. shoukath@gmail.com

Indian male electrician(EEE ).

Two years good working experience searching for suitable job.

Gmail ; antonyajin15@gmail. com. Antony Ajin.G, Contact: 91 8148336160 / 91 8300136160

Part- Time Accountant, well experienced senior accountant ,capable of doing all type of accounting works up to finalization, Budgeting, Bank financing requirements, taxation work etc available. # : 98803439

Indian Male, 23, BBA graduate, fresher, looking for a job in sales (indoor). No driving license.

Contact: 94032041 Mail: azzamsiddique1@gmail.com

BS in Electrical engineering, experience : 6 years in electrical installation and maintenance Contact : 99817032, Email : engmmg24@yahoo.com

Indian male 33 years, B.Com, having 6 years experience in Oman.

Tally & ERP looking for suitable placement. Mobile no :98492921

Indian Female seeking a job in Back Office and Accountancy, 8+ years proven experience as a dynamic candidate with excellent Excel & Communication skills. Quick learner and Team player. Currently on Family Visa.

Contact 94093154, 91746890, Email: joyjohn_hhh@yahoo.com

Indian male, M. Com with 3 yr Oman Exp in Accounts with valid NOC & D/L on Visit Visa, available to join immediately . GSM :94744575

SCM / LOGISTICS/ PROCUREMENT - 25 Yrs exp - Indian Male - Oil & Gas, Manufacturing Sector - Having valid Oman D/L & NOC available. Seeks Challenging senior position. GSM-94236414, Email ID - jayamurli@gmail.com Light Duty Driver, Fluent in English, Arabic. Well knowledge of Oman Areas looking for suitable placement. Contact 97950869 IT Administrator with 6 yrs of GCC experience, now in Dubai (visit visa).seeking suitable placement in UAE. Contact :00971-565598176, email:aneeshngr@gmail.com Civil Engineer (Indian male) with 5 years experience in Oman and having a valid Oman driving license and NOC looking for a suitable opportunity. GSM: 93101283 Email: ajeshcyril@gmail.com Indian Male: 23yrs, MBA in Marketing from UK (United Kingdom), looking for a job, currently in Muscat in visit. No: 97210361 / 95357513, Email: sharanshetty3@gmail.com

SITUATION WANTSIT. WANTED Highly experienced mechanical/ steel structural fabrication engineer looking for suitable placement. NOC available.

Contact 99860714, hussain20173@gmail.com.

Architect Engineer seeking for suitable job, 8 years experience.

GSM : 96075000, Email : haytham_201046@yahoo.com 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 Electrical & Electronics diploma engineer Indian male 22 years, 2 years experience currently in visit visa. Contact 93047707 adilm89@gmail.com Planning Engineer, BE Mech Engg.

Indian Female having total 11 yrs exp in oil & gas projects (8+ yrs in Gulf) with valid Oman D/L, Seeks a Suitable job. Contact: 92456003 Indian Male 48 Yrs with over 25 Years Oman experience in Sales & Marketing with NOC & valid Oman D/L Also Fluency in Arabic, seeks suitable placement. Contact no.: 92210661/99224057 B.S.C in Electrical Engineering, Experience: 5 Years (Power Plant).

Contact: 92475206 Email: zahaibzafar007@gmail.com

NRI 910 sq ft furnished flat at Qupem Goa. Contact: 97094797 Two properties at Bangalore for sale (1) 3 BHK Senior living apartment with full fledged facilities & services in Ozone Urbana Serene project for the cost price of Irene project. Handover by August 2016.

(2) 4 B/R villa (BUA 3600sq.ft, 4 floors, 3 Livings, 5 bathrooms, maid’s room & car park) for sale at JP Nagar. Contact Mrs. Mangala Ph: 97903127, Email: ravichandran.mangala@gmail.com Plot for sale in Mundur & Palakkal Trichur District.

Contact: 00968 92376297

TRANSPORTATION Transportation available Ruwi to Al Khuwair, Ghubra & Azaiba.

Contact: 91103909

Transportation. Contact:94510847

Transportation. Contact: 96538078

Transportation. Contact 92015894

Transportation. Contact 9508282

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Dolphin Watch, Dhow Cruise with Buffet, & Land Tours Al- Ainain Marine Tours contact 98029602, 92808636 We arrange tours & accommodation at all the beautiful places in Oman. Contact 99839898

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Parents of 28 yrs, Indian Boy from Mumbai, ACCA working as a senior accountant in Muscat, seeks alliance from an Indian Sunni Muslim family. Contact no.(parent): 96408642 email id: khaledaoman@gmail.com

GOOD NEWS Ayurvedic treatment for joint pain, backache, paralysis, massage, steambath, obesity, Spondylitis, Ideal Care Ayurvedic Clinic, 18 November Street, Azaiba.

Contact: 99639695 / 97397320 Ayurvedic treatment for backache, paralysis, arthritis etc & massage, All Season (Vaidyaratnam).

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TRANSPORTATION Transportation required from Qurum to WadiKabir at afternoon only 1 PM. Contact - 99012165

Sunni Muslim (Urdu) girl B.E, MBA, 25 years HT 5.1” fair invites alliance from Tamil Nadu Bangluru / Mysore. Contact: 99502581 Indian male Roman Catholic 40yrs divorcee working in Muscat.

Seeks suitable alliance from widow/ divorcee/ single.

Contact 96059801.

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 Sunni Muslim family seeks proposal for their 24 year old daughter from well settled Urdu speaking Indian family. Pls call on 93521249 / 99374371

25 - 50 seater bus with PDO & BP specification for monthly rent & small car with driver. Contact 99839898

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

RENT A CAR Best Rates for Saloon Contact: 97869042 / 95730550 sales@modernreem.com

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Tel: 95244310

Split unit & window unit A.C servicing & maintenance.

Contact: 96236476

GUARANTEED CLEANING: Carpet & sofa shampooing, Contact 99314807/24792998

Split & window A/C servicing, repairing, installation ducted, package etc. Contact Abbas : 98667326

House shifting & transporting.

Contact 92490422

Window & split unit A.C servicing & repairing. Contact: 99557080

Split & window A/c servicing & maintenance. # 93769089 / 95323517

A/C Maintenance & Servicing, Fridge, Washing machine & Dish washer repairing, Painting & Cleaning services, Electrical & plumbing.

Contact 99447257 / 97014234 / 24504281

House shifting. Contact 99708138

Split unit & widow unit A.C servicing & maintenance.

Contact: 95323517 / 93769089

Regular container transportation from Sohar sport to anywhere in Muscat area OMR 100 per container. Contact: 93731363 Marble crystallization & grinding, Ocean center LLC Contact: 99344723 A/C servicing maintenance.

Contact: 92279370 Pest control treatments, Ocean center LLC Contact 99344723

CAD drawings Archi/ MEP CAD – comply BIM. Contact: 91233975 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 Marble crystallization & grinding, cleaning & carpet shampooing.

Ocean center LLC. Contact 99344723 Marble Restoration, Mosaic tiles polishing, carpet shampooing, maintenance. Contact ABU QABAS99320217 /24788722

MANPOWER

MARBLE CRYSTALLIZATION restore the original shine of your marble. # 24793614/ 99314807 Cleaning services, Sofa, carpet, shampoo old house or new house.

Contact: 92179395 Water proofing ABUQABASContact 99320217/24788722 Al farzdaq Al Fedi Trad and Cont Maintenance services electric, plumbing and A/C. Contact: 96524904 /94285064 House Shifting Packing.

Contact: 99657644 / 98518013

FOR LADIES Home service available, (Threading, facial, waxing, Head massage) R0. 20. # 99619409 (watsup)

SITUATION WANTCLASSES 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