Islamic New Year 2026 in Oman: Public Sector Workers Get a 3-Day Weekend

Food delivery riders squeezing between cars in traffic has become a common sight, and Oman is now bringing in new restrictions to make roads safer. Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has banned food delivery motorcycles from using main roads after authorities raised concerns about speeding and traffic violations, saying such a behavior creates safety risks. Under the new rules, food delivery motorcycles on Oman must now use secondary roads and routes approved by the relevant authorities. The ministry also urged delivery companies and restaurants to raise awareness among riders about the updated rules and safer driving practices....

With Eid Al Adha and Hajj now behind us, the Islamic calendar is about to turn to 1448 AH. While the exact start of the new year will depend on moon sightings, Oman has already confirmed the public holiday. Public sector employees in the Sultanate will have the day off on Thursday, June 18. Because Friday and Saturday form Oman's weekend, the holiday creates a three-day break. Other summer news from Oman: outdoor work ban until August 31. This Summer in Muscat: Top Events Ready for a night out? Go loud with Metal Assault Vol. 3 and its heavy underground...

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Food delivery riders squeezing between cars in traffic has become a common sight, and Oman is now bringing in new restrictions to make roads safer. Oman’s Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology has banned food delivery motorcycles from using main roads after authorities raised concerns about speeding and traffic violations, saying such a behavior creates safety risks. Under the new rules, food delivery motorcycles on Oman must now use secondary roads and routes approved by the relevant authorities. The ministry also urged delivery companies and restaurants to raise awareness among riders about the updated rules and safer driving practices....