Virgin Radio Oman

03/05/2026

$190M in Q1 retail sales marks a major milestone for Amouage

Amouage has announced its strongest quarter on record, with first-quarter estimated retail sales reaching $190 million, marking a 90% increase year-on-year. The Omani High Perfumery House said the performance was driven by the global rollout of The Essences Chapter IIand continued demand across its....

07/04/2026

A new chapter for Omani luxury is unfolding in India, as Amouage opens its first boutique in Bangalore.

Amouage, the Omani high perfumery house, has opened its first boutique in India at the Mall of Asia in Bangalore, marking a new step in its global expansion. Developed in partnership with LUXASIA, the opening introduces Indian audiences to Amouage’s signature approach to fragrance, combining craft...

01/04/2026

Lease notarisation just moved online across most of Oman

The Ministry of Interior has announced that the notarisation of residential lease contracts will now be available online through the “Injaz” system, starting Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The service will be accessible to residents across all governorates in the Sultanate, with the exception of Musc...

31/03/2026

Weather conditions mean no in-person classes in some areas

The Ministry of Education has announced the suspension of in-person classes on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, with a shift to distance learning in several affected areas across Oman due to ongoing weather conditions linked to a low-pressure system. In Muscat Governorate, the decision applies specifically...

29/03/2026

Post-rain blues? Don’t worry… more rain is on the way this week

Oman Meteorology has issued an early warning for unstable weather conditions across the Sultanate, as a low-pressure system is expected to affect the country from the evening of Tuesday, March 31, through to the morning of Thursday, April 2, 2026. According to the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning...

26/03/2026

Affected by the recent weather? You can now apply for support

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Planning has launched a new digital service to support residents whose homes were structurally impacted by the recent heavy rainfall and extreme weather conditions linked to the Al Masarrat depression. The service is specifically designed for homes that have suffere...

25/03/2026

Flooding, disruptions and safety updates across Oman, here’s the full breakdown.

Authorities across Oman have issued urgent safety advisories as the Al Masarrat low-pressure system continues to bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, hail and flash flooding across multiple governorates. Since the start of the weather conditions on March 21, emergency teams have carried out extensive re...

24/03/2026

With over 70,000 visits in 2025, CONNECT’s events are putting Oman on the global map.

CONNECT continues to play a key role in strengthening Oman’s position as a regional and international hub for exhibitions, conferences and industry dialogue, driven by its strategic partnership with the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC). Through this collaboration, the company delivers ...

24/03/2026

19/03/2026

Eid Mubarak from everyone at Virgin Radio Oman