Times of Oman - November 6, 2016 by Muscat Media Group

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November 6, 2016 6 Safar 1438 AH

FROM THE WORDS OF HIS MAJESTY THE SULTAN

To the members of the Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry at Al Alam Palace, 1990

‘His Majesty’s Wisdom’ Omanisation is a fundamental and vital prerequisite without which we cannot secure the cherished honourable standard of living for the coming generations.

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SWORDS AND SMILES

Prince Charles and Camilla kick-started their tour of the Gulf in radically different styles. After a tour of the national museum, HRH Prince Charles wielded a traditional sword as Camilla chatted with children at a cancer charity. — ONA/Shabin E >Full story page 4

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Footpaths needed

It is not only a matter of convenience for the members of the public to walk in the streets, but important for their health as well, and it is a grand way to ease traffic congestion too. >A2

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Report on maid ‘sale’ triggers Sri Lanka probe

Private deposits rise

Private deposits at commercial banks in Oman at the end of August 2016 rose 3.7 per cent to OMR12.02b compared to OMR11.60b in the corresponding period last year. >B1

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Lankan housemaids were on ‘sale’ in Sohar

reji@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: A Sri Lankan government minister has ordered an inquiry into how their citizens are entering Oman illegally and has recalled an embassy official in Oman as part of the probe. The moves come after a Times of Oman investigation revealed that Sri Lankan housemaids are on ‘sale’ in Sohar. Now Sri Lanka’s Foreign Employment Minister, Thalatha Athukorala, has launched a top level government investigation. “My officials will be probing to

ﬁnd how Sri Lankan female domestic workers are travelling to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on tourist visas and crossing into Oman on job visas illegally,” Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Employment Athukorala told Times of Oman. She also conﬁrmed that a Sri Lankan embassy official had been recalled to Colombo as part of the probe. On October 26, Times of Oman revealed that female domestic workers from Sri Lanka and other Asian and African countries are brought into Oman by expatriate agents without the knowledge of the sending country’s embassies in Oman. >A6

ORDER OF THE RISING SUN

Japanese honour for Al Sunaidy Staff Reporter MUSCAT: Dr. Ali bin Masoud bin Ali Al Sunaidy, Minister of Commerce and Industry, will be conferred with the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star by Japan, the Japanese Embassy in Oman said.

The Japanese government announced on Thursday that the order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star will be conferred on the minister in recognition of his substantial contribution to promoting bilateral economic relations and mutual understanding between Japan and Oman. >A6

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Time to make Muscat streets more friendly for pedestrians SUNDAY BEAT SALEH AL SHAIBANY

t is not only a matter of convenience for the members of the public to walk in the streets, but important for their health as well, and it is a grand way to ease traffic congestion in the neighbourhoods. The existing neighbourhoods cannot be moved closer to the shops, but better and safer pavements can be constructed to make them more walkable. The other advantage of a walkable neighbourhood is the boost it provides to values of properties. Oman lost its track on walk-friendly neighbourhood in the 1990s and one example is Ruwi and its adjacent areas, such as Walja and Hamriyah. The properties there have been planned in perfect harmony with the shops and all public amenities a resident would need. When the construction boom of the early 1990s began, planning permission was concentrated more on squeezing in as many residences as possible, but with limited space for walkers. Areas in Al Azaiba, Qurum, Ghubra, Boushar, Al Khuwair and Seeb, to mention a few, saw the expansion of the city, but severely restricted walking. It is not uncommon to drive for a quarter of an hour in the traffic when one can walk ﬁve minutes to the shops because the pavements are not walk-friendly. But the majority of the areas in the city, and homes are not close to services. For example, it is important that schools be within walking distance as much as possible. Oman has an appalling rate of accidents with school buses. Besides, older students need exercise to beat obesity. According to records, obesity is on the rise in the Sultanate and it starts early with children in

DRIVING ALL THE WAY: A majority of the areas in the city, and homes are not close to services. – File photo

the elementary schools. Incentives to get people onto the streets Walker-friendly streets must also include a zebra crossing in the neighbourhood with crossing lights equipped with buttons, humps, street lights and warning signs for drivers to slowdown. It would also help to review the speed limit in the residential areas. Also, having more and wider sidewalks would help. Pedestrian-centric designs bring communities together and encourage people to reach places at their convenience. At a time when petrol prices are at a higher rate, streetwalking saves money and reduces pollution from motor fumes. But to make it more attractive, urban planning must take a better turn. Planning permissions must consider allowing businesses to build more shops, schools, restaurants and clinics. To give better value to the communities, more parks and children’s playgrounds are needed as well. A safer neighbourhood should be a top priority for children to play in the streets by establishing car-free zones. It would also help pedestrians walk in the shopping areas without worrying about being run down by mad drivers. Well-designed neighbourhoods would also encourage joggers. At the moment, fitness-oriented people need to drive a great distance just to find a spot to exercise because most of our streets are not safe for jogging. But not all fitness

fanatics prefer to use their feet. Some, if given the chance, would use bikes to keep their hearts healthy and shed the calories. Bikes also have the advantage of minimising cars on the streets when people ride to the shops or parks. But special pavements for bikers are needed, to wean them off their cars, especially during the weekends, when they have more time. To get more people onto the streets will work well with tourism, too. It will cut down their cost of travelling by taxis when they step out from their hotels. Tourists on a budget are on the rise. They want an opportunity to see more of the surroundings by spending less money. Besides, better planned streets will mean more money to retailers and ample opportunities for small businesses. It will bring them closer to the residents who live just a comfortable walking distance away. Without any doubt, walkable communities put urban environment on track to resources savings and sustainability. The beneﬁt is not only in terms of physical ﬁtness and a boom in local businesses, but also in the context of controlling crime and social problems when communities are well knit together. HAVE YOUR SAY AT TWITTER.COM/ TIMESOFOMAN OR SCAN THE CODE TO INSTANTLY POST YOUR THOUGHTS.

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Thailand’s period of mourning will end on November 14 Times News Service MUSCAT: Restrictions imposed on festive celebrations and entertainment venues will be lifted in Thailand, when the 30-day prohibition imposed on nightlife, TV shows and festivals, in wake of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej death ends on November 14. Thailand is currently in a period of national mourning after the passing of the beloved monarch. From Oman, Thailand welcomed more than 85,000 tourists in 2015, reﬂecting an increase of 13 per cent, compared with the previous year. And between January and August 2016, 72,920 tourists visited Thailand from Oman, a spokesperson of Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Middle East said. The announcement has been made to reassure visitors with plans to visit Thailand that all events and festivals will go ahead as planned. “It is also to let locals

Although there has been earlier minimal disruption in events, festivals and tourism activities; with entertainment restrictions being lifted from November 14, visitors can feel assured that they will spend their time here, expeDESTINATION: Travel agents in rience a warm welcome and conOman believe demand will pick up after the restrictions are over. tinue with their holiday plans.” All entertainment venues, parties, festivals and radio and telknow that, while the mourning evision broadcasts will resume period is being respected, other on November 14. Arrangements areas of life will be returning to for nationally celebrated events, normal to avoid disruption and to including the Loi Krathong fesenable people to make a living,” a tival to be held on November 14, Christmas celebrations and New statement from TAT said. Travel agents in Oman believe Year countdowns, as well as the demand will pick up after the re- Chinese New Year celebrations strictions are over. “Yes, certainly will also proceed as planned. the demand will go up as it is one TAT Governor Supasorn further of the favourite places for citizens stated, “While this is a mourning and expats living in Oman,” an of- period in Thailand, life is going on ﬁcial at Star Travels in Ruwi said. in the country and people are as Yuthasak Supasorn, governor welcoming as ever to tourists. All of TAT said, “The ﬁrst 30 days of events and celebrations are going the official mourning period has ahead and tourists will be seen as been a time for remembrance of true friends of Thailand in these the late King for the Thai people. eventful times.”

RESCUE OFF COAST OF KHASAB

Oman’s Coast Guard rescued a sinking boat in Khasab waters, the Royal Oman Police tweeted. — Supplied photo

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Bagpipe serenade as royals tour Muscat His Royal Highness Prince Charles of Wales and HRH Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall visited Al Alam Palace and National Museum in Muscat. They also visited Wilayat of Al Hamra including Misfat Al Abriyeen village

MUSCAT: His Royal Highness Prince Charles of Wales and HRH Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall yesterday attended an Omani traditional art performance at the yard of Qasr Al Alam Al A’mir (Al Alam Palace) in the presence of His High Sayyid Haitham bin Tariq Al Said. Traditional troupes performed during the event. HRH Prince

Charles and his wife HRH Camilla have expressed their delight over the deep-rooted Omani traditions and customs and traditional art. Accompanied by HH Sayyid Haitham, HRH Prince Charles visited the National Museum where he was briefed on the history and possessions of the National Museum which was built on an area

of 13,700 sq. metres and accommodates 14 halls built on an area of 40,00 square metres. HRH Prince Charles also visited the Wilayat of Al Hamra. The visit included Misfat Al Abriyeen village, where he was received by Dr. Khalifa bin Hamad Al Saadi, Governor of Al Dakhiliyah; Jamal Ahmed Al Abri, member of Majlis

A’Shura; Sheikh Sultan bin Ali Al Nuaimi, Wali of Al Hamra and a number of sheikhs and dignitaries. Prince Charles was briefed on the deep-rooted history and heritage of the village. He was accompanied by Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Futaisi, Minister of Transport and Communications.—ONA

D U C H E S S O F C O R N WA L L

Camilla visits children’s cancer home, meets businesswomen

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deeba@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: Her Royal Highness Duchess of Cornwall, Camilla Parker Bowles visited the National Museum, Dar Al Hanan, and a business exhibition for Omani women at the British Ambassador’s residence on Saturday. The Duchess visited the National Museum, along with Prince Charles, Prince of Wales, where they were welcomed with a traditional Omani band, after which the Duchess visited Dar Al Hanan, a cancer home for children, run by the Oman Cancer Association (OCA). She was welcomed by Yuthar Al Rawahy, member of the State Council in Oman, and founder and former chairperson of OCA. The Duchess met with some

children at the facility and was later briefed by Dr. Wahid Al Kharusi, current chairperson of OCA, who gave her a presentation on OCA and explained the running of Dar

Al Hanan and its activities. At the same event, she also met and interacted with some distinguished guests, who are involved with charities and social work in

Oman. The Duchess later made her way to the British Ambassador’s residence for an Omani woman in business event, where she was welcomed by Malak Al

Shaibani, director general of the National Business Centre. Her Highness Sayyida Muna Al Said and Sayyida Basma Al Said, from the Her Highness Royal family of

Oman also welcomed the Duchess. “I am very proud to have been selected to be a part of this delegation of distinguished Omani women. I think the Duchess was really nice and it was a very smooth meeting with a very well organised exhibition, and I am very happy that the Duchess said that she was very happy with the exhibition and wanted to try my cupcakes,” said Etab Al Zadjali, owner of Cake Gallery, who was part of the exhibition. The two royals are in Oman as part of a weeklong visit to the Middle East, which includes the Sultanate of Oman, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, where they will also promote the United Kingdom’s partnerships with the region. The Royals will undertake 50 engagements in seven days across the three countries. — Photos by Shabin E

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Painting khanjar in gold to mark the National Day Kavitha Ramakrishna has made eight khanjar paintings in 24 carat gold

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reji@timesofoman.com MUSCAT: A well-known Tanjore painting artist in Oman has created a khanjar painting in gold as a tribute to Oman’s 46th National Day celebrations. Kavitha Ramakrishna, the Muscat-based Indian artist, who is also a practitioner of the Tanjore painting art form, has made eight pieces of khanjar in 24 carat gold, ranging from sizes of 10x12 centimetres (cm) to 12x15 cm. Tanjore painting is a classical South Indian painting style, whose origin can be traced back to the town of Thanjavur (anglicised as Tanjore) and spread across the adjoining and geographically contiguous Tamil country. The art form draws its immediate resources and inspiration from the 1600 AD. Tanjore paintings are characterised by their rich, ﬂat and vivid colours, simple iconic composition, glittering gold foils overlaid on delicate, but extensive gesso work, and an inlay of glass beads and pieces or very rarely precious and semi-precious gems. “Gold is used in Tanjore painting. I have created Oman monuments and other traditional artefacts in the past using Tanjore

47,725 register on Saturday for campaign

To include their names in His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said’s portrait for the 46th National day, 47,725 people registered yesterday. On Facebook, 76,000 people viewed it while the website recorded 2,300 page views.

MINISTRY

Warning on Omani logo MUSCAT: All trading firms have been warned not to illegally use the Sultanate’s logo and the Royal logo, the Omani dagger (khanjar) and Oman map on the different commercial products without the prior approval of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Ministry said that use of the Sultanate’s logo (the dagger and two swords), the Royal logo (the crown, dagger and two swords) as well as Omani dagger and Oman Map on products violates Article (12) of the Royal Decree No. 53/2004. The Ministry warned it would take the legal action against violators and would confiscate the materials in question. The ministry also pointed that violations would attract a fine of OMR200 to OMR1,000. -ONA

painting methods. This one is a gift for those who are proud of celebrating Oman’s 46th National Day,” Kavitha told the Times of Oman. “It took around 75 days to complete one piece. A lot of time and focus is need as it is being made in gold,” she added. In the past, Kavitha has blended Oman’s culture and tradition with the ancient Indian art form. Kavitha’s paintings are famous for their elegance, brightness, and beauty. She also uses her creativity in oil painting even though she is very fond of Tanjore paintings. She is very much enthralled by the cultural harmony that exists between the Sultanate of Oman and India, which inspired her to blend Tanjore paintings with the culture of Oman. Living in Oman for almost a decade has given her

insight into its people and culture. “I have dedicated a lot of my work to different themes, such as the forts of Oman, Omani jewellery, the Holy Quran, and the Grand Mosque to the lovely and friendly people of Oman,” she said. Some of her works have been presented to various Omani institutions as a gesture of goodwill and she has received many accolades from the Omani government. The driving force behind her Omani works is Maitha bint Saif Al Mahrouqi, undersecretary, Ministry of Tourism, according to Kavitha. “I have exhibited close to 40 of my Tanjore art works at the Ministry of Tourism that portrayed Omani jewellery, the forts of Oman, the beautiful khanjars (daggers), and artefacts,” she added.

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Six shops were gutted in Fanja on Friday night, Public Authority for Civil Defence and Ambulances (PACDA) tweeted on its official twitter account. “There were no injuries in the ﬁre accident,” the authority’s tweet added; (Right) A workers’ camp was gutted in Duqm, the PACDA tweeted adding that nobody was injured in the accident. — Supplied photos

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A village rich in natural, historical tourist spots A’RUSTAQ: Located in the Wilayat of A’Rustaq in the Governorate of South Al Batinah is Murry village, one of the many beautiful villages in the Sultanate, famous for agriculture and tourist attractions. This includes castles, towers, an old Aﬂaj (ancient irrigation system or water channels), inscriptions and drawings on the stones, which give the impression of antiquity and are the pride of this village and its very old heritage. Situated in the west of the wilayat, Murry is the last town in the Wilayat of A’Rustaq from the west. It is the main crossing point between the Governorates of A’Dhahirah, South Al Batinah and A’Dakhiliyah. It is about 45 kilometers away from the centre of the wilayat. The village can be reached through the A’Rustaq-Maskan (in Ibri) road. It enjoys a different and distinctive climate as it is surrounded by the towering Western Al Hajar Mountains. Ali bin Abbas Al Ajmi, director of the Tourism Department in the Governorate

of South Al Batinah said Murry is one of the villages frequented by visitors from inside and outside the Sultanate, due to its important strategic location, being situated in the middle of the road between the Governorate of South Al Batinah and the Governorate of A’Dhahirah. It is also rich in many natural and historic monuments. He added that what attracts visitors to this village are the towering mountains and lush trees, green areas and ﬂowing water from the mountains and valleys, in addition to castles, towers and rock inscriptions that indicate the eras in which people lived there. These have been immortalised through the engravings on the rock, and this is an evidence of the historical tradition of the town. He also said that the Department of Tourism in the Governorate of South Al Batinah plans to organise many tourism events in the village in the near future that would target school students, including awareness lectures, cleaning campaigns and competitions related to tourism. – ONA

PICTURESQUE: What attracts visitors to Murry are the towering mountains, lush green areas and ﬂowing water from the mountains, in addition to castles, towers and rock inscriptions. – ONA

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The Order of the Rising Sun was established in 1875. The Order was the ﬁrst national decoration awarded by the government of Japan featuring the rays of sunlight from the Rising Sun. It is one of the most prestigious Japanese decorations and has been conferred on non-Japanese recipients since 1981.

MUSCAT: Producers price index in the Sultanate registered, by end of second quarter 2016, a decrease of 19.1 per cent against the same period in 2015. This decrease is led by the prices of oil and gas products which showed a decrease of 22.3 per cent as against the same period in 2015. Non-oil product prices fell by 6.3 per cent, according to the latest statistics issued by the National Centre for Statistics and Information (NCSI). The decrease in oil and gas products prices is ascribed to the decrease in prices of producers of reﬁned oil products by 12.4 per cent at the time the prices of crude oil and natural gas products fell by 23.7 per cent in the second quarter 2016 compared to second quarter 2015. The fall in non-oil product prices was due to the fall in prices of a group of manufactured goods by 8.4 per cent. Prices of metal products, machinery and equipment decreased by 18 per cent, food items, beverages and textiles decreased by 3.1 per cent. -ONA

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“The Order will be conferred on the recipients by Shinzo Abe, the Prime Minster of Japan, in person at the award ceremony to be held at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo shortly, and (Dr. Ali bin Masoud bin Ali Al Sunaidy) will be given an audience by the Emperor of Japan,” the Japanese embassy added.

Producer prices fall

The Indian private operator plans to Dr. Ali bin Masoud bin Ali Al Sunaidy, Minister of Commerce and Industry

launch one more ﬂight to Mumbai besides direct

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A1 Official recalled following report An official from the Sri Lankan embassy in Oman conﬁrmed that they had dealt with 70 trafficked cases this year alone. The agents in Sohar, talking to Times of Oman in a hidden camera operation, had said that “they have their own way to deal with embassy officials”. Agents in Sohar speak openly of skipping official government and embassy procedures to provide expatriate women to work as housemaids in Oman. According to the minister, the official recalled is now part of the government inquiry. “An official has been called back in October. We are checking whether he had any connections with the illegal gangs,” the minister said, adding that another 21-year-old woman was recently rescued from Oman after she was moved into the country by a Nepali agent through the UAE. According to the Lankan foreign employment rule, woman below 30 years old cannot legally

migrate as a domestic worker. “We urge everyone to follow the rules set by the government. Take up overseas job opportunities only through official channels,” the minister added. The agents in Sohar had told Times of Oman that they need salary details, maudinyia and ID card to get a housemaid. “We can bring housemaids. You can choose which one you want. No need to go to embassy. We will do that,” the agent had told Times of Oman. Earlier, an official from the Sri Lankan embassy, while detailing the registration procedures to recruit housemaids from Lanka, said that the embassy’s involvement is must. “Agencies can recruit housemaids but job order and other papers have to be attested by embassy here and employment bureau in Lanka. Without approval from all sides, a Lankan housemaid cannot be legally hired,” the official said.

“We have come across around 70 cases of housemaids brought into Oman illegally by agents this year. We were worried and sought the help of Oman government. They have taken necessary steps to prevent it and the numbers of housemaids coming illegally have come down,” the official had said. According to the official, earlier, housemaids could come to Oman on a visit visa and convert that into a job visa. “However, it was stopped. Now, housemaids come to neighbouring countries on visit visas and then they enter Oman. They don’t know that they are duped,” the ofﬁcial said, adding that officially, it will cost OMR1,500 to recruit a Lankan housemaid. The official added that recently, three such cases have come to light even after the strict measures taken by Oman government. “We are planning to make representations with Oman government authorities again,” the official added.

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GOING PLACES: Currently, Jet Airways ﬂies to Mumbai, Delhi, Kochi

and Trivandrum from Muscat. – File photo

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rently, Jet Airways ﬂies to Mumbai, Delhi, Kochi and Trivandrum from Muscat.

MUSCAT: India’s premier international airline—Jet Airways—is looking to launch more direct flights to several Indian destinations from Muscat in the next couple of years. Colin Neubronner, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, Jet Airways and Shakir Kantawala, vice president, Middle East and North Africa, who were in Muscat, talked about the expansions plans for the airline. “We plan to add one more flight to Mumbai besides launching direct flights to Calicut and Bangalore from Muscat,” Shakir Kantawala said, in an exclusive interview with the Times of Oman. The flights will be added over the next couple of years when Jet Airways receives more aircraft, which they have ordered. Cur-

Campaign The airline will also launch an integrated marketing campaign highlighting its Indian hospitality. Comprising a mix of offline and online channels, the new campaign is being rolled out from next week across the airline’s key markets in the Gulf comprising Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Branded “Think Home. Think Jet Airways,” the campaign will highlight the advantages that Jet Airways offers its guests, along with its partner Etihad Airways, when flying between the Gulf and India. Guests can take advantage of the airline’s robust network and experience its award-winning Indian hospitality, together with

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a warm and personalised family spirit, that has helped the airline create new benchmarks in service excellence.” Besides connecting the Gulf and India, the airlines’ gateways in Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Paris and London will also facilitate convenient connectivity to Europe, the United States and Canada. Mannu Anand, general manager, Oman, Jet Airways, said, “Planning your travel is not just about getting the best deal. It’s increasingly about a complete experience that begins right from booking and lasts until the destination. Jet Airways offers guests’ best value for money in the Indian sky at affordable fares, every time they ﬂy with us.” “Guests can avail great value while planning their travel to India and experience the airline’s exceptional service on the ground and in the air, its unmatched global network, ﬂexible schedules and enhanced connectivity.”

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REGION Iraqi troops battle IS in town south of Mosul Attack on Hammam Al Alil, about 15km south of Mosul, targeted a force of at least 70 IS militants

NEAR HAMMAM AL ALIL: Iraqi troops advancing towards Mosul battled on Saturday for the last town left between them and the IS stronghold to the north, which is already under assault from special forces fighting inside the city’s eastern districts. Saturday’s attack on Hammam Al Alil, about 15km (10 miles) south of Mosul, targeted a force of at least 70 IS fighters in the Tigris river town, commander of the Mosul operations Major-General Najm Al Jabouri said. Jabouri said the assault began around 10am (0700 GMT) and some militants had tried to escape across the river, although others put up heavy resistance and the troops had thwarted three attempted suicide car bombings. “(The battle) is very important it’s the last town for us before Mosul,” Jabouri told reporters. Iraqi helicopters were supporting the army, he said, backed also by jets from a US-led air coalition which had been hitting IS targets in the town for several days. A military statement said security forces had raised the Iraqi flag over a government building in the town, but did not say whether it was fully under their control. The army and accompanying security forces aim to push the southern front up to Mosul to join troops and special forces that broke into the city’s east this week, taking six districts and

ADVANCING INTO MOSUL: Iraqi security forces during a battle with IS militants in Ali Rash, southeast of Mosul, Iraq, on Saturday. – Reuters

carving out a foothold in the militants’ Iraq bastion. Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Al Abadi, speaking on a visit to the eastern battle front, said he brought “a message to the residents inside Mosul who are hostages in the hands of Daesh (IS) - we will liberate you soon”. Abadi said progress in the nearly three-week-old campaign, and the advance into Mosul itself, had been faster than expected. But in the face of ﬁerce resistance, which has included suicide car bombings, sniper ﬁre and roadside bombs, he suggested that progress may be intermittent. “Our heroic forces will not retreat and will not be broken. Maybe in the face of terrorist acts, criminal acts, there will be some delay,” he said. So far the area which the army says it controls in east Mosul remains only a small part of the city which was home to 2 million people before IS took over in 2014. More than 1 million remain in the city - by far the largest under IS control in either Iraq or Syria. A Reuters correspondent in the village of Ali Rash, about 7km

(4 miles) southeast of Mosul, saw smoke rising from eastern districts of the city on Saturday, while air strikes, artillery and gunfire could be heard. The United Nations has warned of a possible exodus of hundreds of thousands of refugees from Mosul. So far only 31,000 have been displaced, of which more than 3,000 have already returned to their homes, said William Lacy Swing, head of the International Organization for Migration. “The numbers are not as large so far as had been expected. We’d heard figures all the way up to 500,000 or 700,000,” he told Reuters. “We’re trying to prepare accordingly, but it’s very difficult to do contingency planning with any level of accuracy because we don’t know what they’re going to find when they get inside”. In Hammam Al Alil, the militants had taken hundreds of people as human shields, although Jabouri said it was not clear how many people were left in the town. Before IS swept in more than two years ago, Hammam Al Alil and outlying villages had a population of 65,000. As well as forcing

SOUTHWESTERN DESERT

Two Italian workers, Canadian kidnapped in Libya released MILA/TRIPOLI: Two Italian workers and a Canadian kidnapped in Libya in September have been freed and were ﬂown to Italy early on Saturday, Italian and Libyan officials said. Danilo Calonego, Bruno Cacace and Frank Poccia were abducted on September 19 in Ghat, southwestern Libya, near the site where they worked by an armed group that blocked the vehicle in which they were travelling, the Italian foreign ministry said. The two Italians were technicians employed by construction group Conicos, it added. “The three were released in the early hours of Saturday and were handed over to Italian

authorities,” said Hassan Ottman, a spokesman for the municipal council in the Libyan town of Ghat.| Relief and joy Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi thanked everyone who played a role in the men’s release, especially the authorities and security forces in Libya. “Today is a time of relief and joy that I would like to share with the families of our technicians,” Italian prime minister said. Italian Foreign Minister Paolo Gentiloni said the men had not been subjected to any particular violence and were in good health. The men are being interviewed by

authorities in Rome before they are expected to be reunited with their families. The men told an investigator that the kidnappers were part of one single criminal group, were not militants and “drank and did not pray”, Italian media reported. All three men were working on airport projects in Libya’s southwestern desert near the border with Algeria when kidnapped, Ghat’s mayor said at the time. Numerous criminal and armed groups are active in Libya’s vast southern desert, and Al Qaedalinked militants have long had a presence across the border between Libya and Algeria. — Reuters

residents to remain as they came under attack in Hammam Al Alil, IS fighters retreating north in the last two weeks have forced thousands to march with them as cover from air strikes, villagers have told Reuters. The United Nations said the militants transported 1,600 abducted civilians from Hammam Al Alil to the town of Tal Afar, west of Mosul, on Tuesday and took another 150 families from the town to Mosul the next day. They told residents to hand over children, especially boys aged over nine, in an apparent recruitment drive for child soldiers, UN human rights spokeswoman Ravina Shamdasani said. Jabouri said a man he described as a senior IS figure, Ammar Salih Ahmed Abu Bakr, was killed by federal police - who are fighting with the army in Hammam Al Alil - as he tried to escape by car. Many of the remaining militants were non-Iraqis, he said. “There are at least 70 Daesh (IS) fighters in the town. The majority are foreign fighters, so they don’t know where to go. They are just moving from place to place.” — Reuters

MOROCCO

Protest over death of fishmonger continues AL HOCEIMA (MOROCCO): Thousands of chanting, flagwaving Moroccans protested in a northern city on Friday, keeping up pressure on authorities a week after a fishmonger was crushed to death in a garbage truck in a confrontation with police. The death of Mouhcine Fikri has prompted a week of street protests. Thousands waved candles, flags and banners. Fikri’s funeral followed by the demonstration was the latest in a series of rallies that started a week ago, packing a downtown square of Al Hoceima, where many see Fikri as a symbol of abuses by officials,

corruption and injustice. “We are very sad, the Makhzen is killing us,” the crowd chanted in the Amazigh language before switching to Arabic with “The people want those who killed the martyr.” The rally took place a day after the interior minister played down the unrest, saying the king had already responded to the demands by launching a deep investigation. Crowd later marched silently to the police station where Fikri was crushed by a trash truck’s compactor when he was trying to stop authorities from destroying 500 kilogrammes of swordﬁsh they say he purchased illegally. — Reuters

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INDIA

There is no one particular reason behind alarming air pollution in Delhi. We need to collectively address all issues and improve air quality. We should not indulge in political blame game Anil Dave, Environment minister

BLANKET OF HAZE

Delhi pollution: Centre says it is an ‘emergency situation’ NEW DELHI: Delhi is witnessing an “emergency situation” due to alarming pollution level, the Centre on Saturday said and called a meeting of Environment Ministers of all neighbouring states on Monday to curb stubble burning by farmers which has made Delhi a “gas chamber”. As a blanket of haze continued to cover the city with pollution level remaining very high and breaching the safe limit by over 17 times at several places, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal met Environment Minister Anil Dave and sought Centre’s urgent intervention to deal with the challenge. Kejriwal likened the city to a “gas chamber” with main reason being smoke from farm ﬁres in Punjab and Haryana and appealed to people to minimise use of vehicles. After the meeting, Dave said he has called a meeting of Environment Ministers of all neighbouring states on Monday and will request them to curb stubble burning in their states as it increases level of

SMOG: Vehicles ply on smog covered Rajpath in New Delhi, on Saturday. - PTI

smog in Delhi. “There is an emergency situation in Delhi. The situation is bad, particularly for children, patients, women and elderly. We need to take immediate steps to deal with the situation,” Dave told reporters, adding he was also exploring

the possibility to call a meeting of chief ministers of all neighbouring states on the issue. On his part, Kejriwal appealed to people to restrict use of private vehicles and use public transport. Earlier, addressing a press conference, Kejriwal said vehicle re-

striction measures like odd-even will not be able to bring down smog as initial studies suggest that the “large scale” inﬂux of pollutantladen smoke from Punjab and Haryana has aggravated the situation. “Pollution has increased to an extent that outdoors in Delhi are

resembling a gas chamber. Prima facie the biggest reason seems to be burning of stubble in agricultural fields in Haryana and Punjab in huge quantity,” he said. Dave said the situation has been “very alarming” and that there was a need to take short-term measures to deal with the situation immediately, adding he discussed with Kejriwal “emergency measures” including ways to contain dust pollution and crop burning. “There are five reasons triggering air pollution that include use of firewood, coal, diesel, petrol and burning of agricultural waste. We have to find solution to address the problem We should imbibe self discipline in our routine life style. If I don’t minimize use of my four cars and expect other people to use cycles, that should not be happen. We should collectively come under self-regulation,” he said. Both Dave and Kejriwal were in agreement that shutting down schools was not the solution when

Akhilesh, Shivpal cross swords at party’s event Uttar Pradesh’s ruling party has been witnessing a ﬁerce ﬁght between Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and his uncle Shivpal, despite repeated attempts by party patriarch Mulayam Singh to broker peace

LUCKNOW: Festering antagonism in Samajwadi Party’s first family was on public display again on Saturday as the warring party satraps Akhilesh Yadav and Shivpal shot barbs at each other at an event called to celebrate SP’s silver jubilee, barely two days after putting up a united show. Uttar Pradesh’s ruling party has been witnessing a fierce fight between Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and his uncle Shivpal, state SP chief, despite repeated attempts by party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav to broker peace. With top leaders of socialistleaning parties present at the event, a move seen as an attempt by Samajwadi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav to forge an alliance ahead of the assembly polls hardly a few months away, the two exchanged cutting remarks that exposed the deep divisions within. Shivpal fired the first salvo when he, in not so subtle manner, hinted at Akhilesh having got the

SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS: Samajawdi Party supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav with Uttar

Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav, state president Shivpal Yadav, RJD Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, Senior JD(U) leader Sharad Yadav during the Samajwadi Party’s 25th Foundation Day celebrations in Lucknow, on Saturday. - PTI

chief minister’s chair as he was Mulayam’s son. “Some people get things because of fate, some through hard work and some as part of inheritance. But some keep doing hard work through their lives and don’t get anything,” he said. Asserting that he had done good work and cooperated with Akhilesh in the last four years, an emotional Shivpal said, “I want to tell popular CM Akhilesh that whatever sacriﬁce you want from me, I will make. I never want to become chief minister. You can insult me, sack me as many time (as minister) as you want, but I am prepared to give even my blood for the party.” With swords out at the event literally, Akhilesh hit back when his turn came. Pointing towards Gayatri Prasad Prajapati, a minister in his government who he had sacked over graft allegations but later reinducted on Mulayam’s in-

sistence, Akhilesh said, “Prajapati has presented me the sword. You give me sword and don’t want me to use it.” The chief minister was apparently hinting at opposition from Shivpal’s camp over sacking of ministers facing corruption charges. He had also sacked Shivpal Yadav from the ministry in a tit-for-tat action after Mulayam expelled cousin Ram Gopal Yadav. Ram Gopal, a Rajya Sabha MP, has been backing the chief minister in his ﬁght against his uncle. Target Apparently rejecting criticism over his lack of political and administrative experience, Akhilesh said, “If you want to put me to test I am ready for that. Our target is to defeat BJP and BSP in 2017 elections. This UP election will decide future of the country”. With the party he founded facing tough times ahead of the cru-

cial assembly polls a few months from now, Mulayam, who had brought son Akhilesh and brother Shivpal together for the flagging off the Chief Minister’s ‘Vikas Se Vijay Ki Ore’ rath yatra on Thursday, chose to keep silent on the internecine strife. However, Rashtriya Janata Dal supremo Lalu Prasad, whose youngest daughter is married to Mulayam’s grand nephew, made an attempt to paper over the divide in the SP’s first family when he declared everything was all right within the party. “They stand together...there is no rift or fighting. I ask Akhilesh babu to respect his seniors and hoist the flag of victory in Uttar Pradesh once again,” he said before making the feuding unclenephew duo stand beside him, holding aloft their hands that held the swords. The sharp exchanges between the two came barely two days after Shivpal extended his

“best wishes” to Akhilesh at the event to flag off his rath. Mulayam, who till a few days ago, was seen siding with Shivpal and friend Amar Singh, had surprised many when he flagged off the rath, in a bid to show all was well within the party. Amar Singh, who has been accused by Akhilesh of conspiring against him and the party, was conspicuous by his absence at today’s event despite it being a Mulayam’s show, an so was SP’s Muslim face and minister Azam Khan. Singh and Khan have been at daggers drawn for years now. The deep set acrimony between the rival camps was on display once again when Javed Abidi, an Akhilesh loyalist, started addressing the gathering, reportedly despite his name not figuring on the list of speakers. As Abidi began praising the chief minister’s works, calling him the “future of the party”, Shivpal was seen pushing him away from the lectern. “Everyone should maintain discipline. Indiscipline will not be tolerated,” Shivpal said. Divided house Shivpal had snatched away the microphone from Akhilesh’s hands at a party event recently and called him a “liar” when the chief minister accused Amar Singh of hatching conspiracy against him. With his party a divided house, Mulayam sought to address the large Muslim constituency in the state, saying they suffered most injustice. “Muslims have suffered most injustice in the country and they still stand with Samajwadi Party,” he said. A majority of Muslims have been backing Mulayam since the Babri Masjid demolition, but a section of the party feels that they may shift to Mayawati’s BSP due to the infighting in the Samajwadi Party. - PTI

asked about the decision of the civic bodies to keep schools run by it closed for a day in view of pollution. Kejriwal pitched for providing alternatives and incentives to farmers so that they discard the traditional practise of burning farm stubbles. Dave said due to high levels of PM 10 and PM 2.5, the situation has been bad through the year in Delhi, but this time round, factors like crop burning and ﬁre crackers are responsible for the deteriorating air quality. “There is no one particular reason behind alarming air pollution in Delhi. We need to collectively address all issues and improve air quality. We should not indulge in political blame game,” the environment minister said. Asked whether the Centre would issue a health advisory, Dave said people are already aware of the situation adding that if there was a need, one will be issued after consultation with the Health Ministry. - PTI N C A E R S TAT E M E N T

‘Economy likely to grow at 7.6% in 2016-17’ NEW DELHI: Economic thinktank NCAER has pegged India’s GDP growth at 7.6 per cent for the current fiscal on back of pick-up in rural demand and “positive signals” on the manufacturing front. India’s economy had expanded at 7.6 per cent in 2015-16. On one hand, it said the anticipated improvement in the agricultural sector and the associated increase in rural demand will give an upward push to economic growth. The manufacturing sector is also giving positive signals with Purchasers’ Managers Index, Index of Industrial Production for core sectors and auto sales going up. The domestic aviation sector growth continues to be robust. Food inflation “However, other service index indicators continue to be muted. Food inflation is also showing signs of dampening in the latter part of the second quarter. However, fuel inflation may revive. Although urban demand is predicted to remain strong, external demand continues to be volatile,” NCAER said in statement. Its estimates show that the output of kharif foodgrains is expected to reflect an increase of 10 per cent to 11 per cent over last year’s output of 124 million tonnes. It further said that India’s fiscal position remained under stress during first half of the current fiscal. Fiscal deficit target Despite healthy growth in tax revenues, the combination of rising expenditure and lower-than-expected non-tax revenues is likely to “test the government’s resolve” to abide by the fiscal deficit target set out in Budget 2016-17, NCAER added. The National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) is one of India’s oldest economic think-tank set up in 1956. - PTI

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18 killed as bus falls into Beas river in Himachal Pradesh MANDI (Himachal Pradesh): At least 18 people were on Saturday killed and 24 others injured when a private bus plunged into the Beas river near Vindravani in Mandi district, about 155km from here. The ill-fated bus with over 40 passengers on board was travelling to Kullu from Manali when it veered off the road while trying to avoid a motorcyclist and fell into the turbulent Beas, police officers said. Fourteen people died on the spot, three succumbed to their injuries in the zonal hospital at Mandi, while one critically injured person died on the way to Indira Gandhi Medical College in Shimla, police said. The incident took place hardly 3km from Mandi. The injured people were rushed to the zonal hospital there. Mandi Deputy Commissioner Sandeep Kadam and IG Ajay Yadav immediately reached the spot along with rescue teams.

Though there was only a remote possibility of passengers getting washed away in the river, divers have been called in as a precautionary measure to locate missing persons, if any, Kadam said. The Mandi deputy commissioner said rescue operations were in progress and all possible help is being provided to the victims. Mandi SDM, Vivek Chandel, said Rs15,000 has been given as immediate relief to the next of kin of the deceased while the injured have been given Rs5,000 each. Transport minister G. S. Bali expressed deep shock over the accident and said a magisterial inquiry has been ordered to ascertain its cause. He said besides the insurance claim of Rs100,000, the next of kin of the deceased would be given Rs 400,000 and seriously injured persons Rs25,000 as relief. Most of the people travelling in the bus were from Mandi and Kul-

lu and other places on the MandiKullu National Highway 21. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh conveyed his condolences to the bereaved families and wished speedy recovery to injured. He directed the district administration to provide all possible assistance to the family members of the victims and those injured in the accident. In his condolence message, Governor Acharya Devvrat expressed sympathy with the families of the deceased and prayed for peace of the departed souls. State Health Minister Kaul Singh Thakur, Excise and Taxation Minister Prakash Chaudhary and Panchayati Raj, and Rural Development Minister Anil Sharma, all hailing from Mandi district, have also expressed grief over the accident and conveyed their condolences with bereaved family members. - PTI

RESCUE OPERATION: Rescue operation in progress after a bus fell into Beas river on Delhi-Manali

national highway near Mandi, on Saturday.

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EU mission hints at five-year strategic partnership with Pakistan ISLAMABAD: The European Union (EU) on Friday hinted at entering into a five-year strategic partnership with Pakistan after stating that the current relationship between the two countries had matured and remained stable. This was expressed by EU’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Jean François Cautain, during a debriefing meeting with the EU’s Generalised Scheme of Preferences (GSP) Plus review mission currently visiting Pakistan. The delegation is visiting the country to assess the implementation of 27 UN Conventions covered under the GSP Plus agreement. The other day, the EU assessment mission in its meeting with

commerce minister urged Pakistani authorities to strictly implement laws that protect human rights, including fundamental rights of child and bonded labour. On a separate note, Cautain said Pakistan and EU’s relationship has entered a mature and stable state. He said he would like to extend the engagement under a five-year strategic plan. The debriefing meeting was hosted under the umbrella of the Treaty Implementation Cell (TIC), Cabinet Division and was chaired by Attorney General of Pakistan, Ashtar Ausaf Ali. The debriefing meeting was also attended by representatives from the Ministry of Commerce,

The mission’s representatives were of the view that they had observed an advance level of understanding regarding GSP Plus programme with Pakistan

Foreign Affairs, Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development, Climate Change, Human Rights, National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and Anti-Narcotics Division. An official privy to the meeting said that the EU mission hinted at

a ﬁve-year strategic partnership to further broaden cooperation in areas other than trade and economic relationship. The official mentioned that under the proposed partnership, grants and other assistance from the EU to Pakistan would also be expanded.

“Both sides would work on the plan and would soon be framed into action,” said the officials. Speaking on the occasion, the Attorney General of Pakistan was of the view that the country takes the GSP Plus programme as an incentive and not as conditional-

Budget deficit swells to seven-year high of 1.4% The overall budget deficit – the gap between income and expenditures – stood at roughly 1.35 per cent of Gross Domestic Product or about Rs450 billion during the JulySeptember quarter of this fiscal year EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS: The overall deficit swelled to over Rs450 billion despite the four provinces generating cash surplus of over Rs109 billion, said sources. The provincial surpluses were more than the government’s expectations.. - Bloomberg file

ISLAMABAD: The government has lost sight of fiscal discipline after the end of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, as it missed the first quarter’s budget deficit target by a wide margin that swelled to a seven-year high of 1.4 per cent due to steep fall in revenues. The overall budget deficit — the gap between income and expenditures — stood at roughly 1.35 per cent of Gross Domestic Product or about Rs450 billion during the July-September quarter of this fiscal year, according to sources in the Ministry of Finance. Development spending The target was missed despite massively curtailing federal development spending, which remained around Rs47 billion

— even lower than the previous year’s first quarter level, and only 6 per cent of the annual allocation. The budget deficit of 1.4 per cent of GDP was the highest level recorded in the past seven years, since in 2010-11 the budget deficit in the first quarter was 1.6 per cent of GDP. That year, annual budget deficit had remained at 6.6 per cent of the GDP. The budget deficit was roughly 0.4 per cent or Rs125 billion more than the first quarter target, said sources. However, due to dismal results, the Ministry of Finance remained tight-lipped and did not comment on the development. For the current fiscal year, the annual budget deficit target is 3.8 per cent of GDP or Rs1.276

trillion. The first-quarter trend shows that the government will miss the goal by a wide margin, which will further increase its reliance on borrowings to meet the expenses. The fiscal consolidation remained the hallmark of the three-year $6.2 billion IMF programme that ended in September this year, although some questioned the authenticity of the official data. The top IMF executives, including Managing Director Christine Lagarde, have recently advised the government to consolidate hardearned gains of the past three years. The overall deficit swelled to over Rs450 billion despite the four provinces generating cash surplus of over Rs109 billion, said

sources. The provincial surpluses were more than the government’s expectations. The sources said that the main reason for missing the first quarter target was shortfall in tax and non-tax revenues. The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) missed its target by Rs60 billion and collected only Rs626 billion, adding about 0.2 per cent of the GDP in the deficit. The will to reform the FBR is missing, which may further compound government’s fiscal woes, said sources. Similarly, the United States also did not reimburse Coalition Support Fund (CSF) money during the first quarter. The third main reason was lower-than-expected profits generated by the State

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Bank of Pakistan. Against hopes of getting over Rs70 billion, the central bank gave around Rs40 billion in the first quarter, said sources. The SBP’s profits plunged due to low interest rates. The government’s tax and nontax revenue receipts are likely to remain low this year as well. The FBR is set to miss its annual target of Rs3.621 trillion by a wide margin. The United States has also budgeted about $900 million in CSF payments to Pakistan as against the government’s figure of $1.6 billion. The sources said that interest payments and defence spending was broadly on track. However, the government issued a supplementary budget despite a decision by the Supreme Court of Pakistan that barred it from taking fiscal decisions without prior approval of the federal cabinet. Review petition rejected The Supreme Court of Pakistan on Friday rejected the federal government’s review petition against the court’s verdict that curtailed the premier’s discretionary powers in fiscal matters. The prime minister is not constitutionally mandated to authorise expenditures on his own, and all discretionary spending without the prior approval of the cabinet is contrary to law, according to a judgment of the apex court. In order to fill the burgeoning gap between expenditures and income, the federal government borrowed Rs429.7 billion from banks for budgetary support during the first quarter, according to central bank’s statistics. In addition to that, it obtained about Rs103 billion external loans for budgetary support. - Express Tribune

ity towards its commitment to protecting life. The delegation’s representatives debriefed the participants and shared the feedback during a six-day visit to Pakistan. The mission’s representatives were of the view that they had observed an advance level of understanding regarding GSP Plus programme with Pakistan. “Government officials at both federal and provincial level are well aware of the human rights and labour issues. There is a consensus across the board that the government should strive for improving quality of life,” said a press release quoting the delegation representatives. - Express Tribune PA NA M AG AT E S C A N D A L

Bilawal won’t allow panel to work if PPP’s ToRs ignored SUKKUR: Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has warned that his party would not allow the judicial commission to work unless the terms of reference drawn up for the Panamagate scandal are considered. The Supreme Court on November 1 announced it will initiate a probe into the Panama Papers that revealed in April that Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s family members had stashed money in offshore companies. The top court had also asked both the ruling Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PLM-N) and the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) to submit their respective ToRs in the court. “And if the judicial commission did not work, then the PML-N government would also not be able to function,” Bilawal told participants at a public rally in Shadhani Darbar Reharki near Daharki in Sindh’s Ghotki district. Terming Panamagate the world’s biggest corruption scandal, Bilawal said neither he and nor his ‘uncle (the PTI chief ) Imran Khan’ were levelling allegations against the prime minister. “On the contrary, Panama Papers is a big scandal, which should be investigated democratically.” Bilawal said during the opposition parties’ 2014 sit-in in Islamabad, the PPP had supported the prime minister for the sake of democracy and the ‘lion’ survived. “But, now we have to sacriﬁce the lion to save the democracy,” he in a reference to the election sign of the ruling party. He once again asked the PM to accept the PPP’s four demands, claiming that otherwise he would be the loser. - Express Tribune

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Railways asked to adopt state-of-the-art Mysterious banners are technology to avoid untoward incidents now urging Raheel to LAHORE: The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has emphasised the need for upgrading the railway system in the country in order to avoid untoward incidents that are happening constantly. In a statement on Friday, LCCI President Abdul Basit said repeated accidents and loss of human lives necessitated the revamping of the outdated system of Pakistan Railways. In the latest incident on Thursday, a long-distance train collided with stationary coaches in Karachi that left 22 people dead and 65 injured. Pakistan Railways is one of the largest institutions of the country as it is the most important source of passenger and industrial goods movement. It is estimated that annually over 65 million passengers travel through the railways while petroleum products, wheat, coal, fertilisers, cement, sugar and thousands of other goods are also distributed through its network. But despite its importance, Pakistan Railways is far behind as far as latest technologies are concerned. “No doubt the government has given serious consideration to this important department and the situation is far better than the past but still a lot of work needs to be done,” Basit said. He urged Federal Railways

take part in 2018 election

ACCIDENT SITE: Pakistan railway workers restore a track destroyed by an accident in Karachi on

Friday. A passenger train collided with stationary coaches in Karachi on Thursday, killing 22 people and injuring 65, officials said. - PTI/AP

Minister Khawaja Saad Raﬁque to adopt latest technologies for Pakistan Railways that would not only stop accidents but would also encourage local and foreign investment. He said the staff concerned should be given full training for managing things in a better way. Plan The government has framed a plan to upgrade and expand the railway infrastructure with Beijing’s assistance under the $46-billion China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) programme. China has agreed to provide $5.5 billion in a concessionary

loan for the expansion and renovation of a main rail link (Peshawar-Karachi) that connects Pakistan’s north to south as part of its investment under CPEC. Basit suggested forming a think tank comprising top-notch private sector representatives and parliamentarians to devise a framework for turning important institutions like Pakistan Railways into proﬁtable and efficient public sector enterprises. The think tank should be tasked with drawing up proposals including a methodology for rightsizing of the railways that had grown out of proportion due to various reasons, he said. Currently, the PR is

operating 104 passenger trains, of which only 42 express trains generate proﬁts. These long-distance trains, mainly operating on the Main Line One, generated around Rs17.45 billion out of total passenger train earnings of Rs20.39 billion for 2015-16. The remaining 62 trains, which consist of mail-express trains, intercity and other passenger trains, have failed to add sufficient funds to the railway account. These trains earned Rs3.16 billion in the last ﬁscal year, but their operating expenses or variable costs were recorded at around Rs4.91 billion, resulting in a loss of Rs1.75 billion. - Express Tribune

ISLAMABAD: Mysterious banners with pictures of Chief of Army Staff General Raheel Sharif have once again emerged in Rawalpindi. However, this time the message is different altogether. “No extension but deduction,” said the banners in bold English, urging the army chief — who is due to retire November 29th — to participate in the next general election in 2018. The text of the poster urges parliament to amend a law which bars army officials from taking part in political activities for at least two years after retirement. This is not the ﬁrst time banners pertaining to the popular army chief have cropped up in major cities in Pakistan. In July, banners with pictures of General Raheel were on display in major cities across Pakistan, urging him to impose martial law and take control of the country. Interestingly, the banners sprung up overnight on all major boulevards in the cities despite the presence of several security checkpoints and patrol. The banners were been put up in Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, Peshawar, Hyderabad, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Faisalabad, etc, by the Move on Pakistan party. In February, days after General Raheel announced he would step down, banners were put up on the streets

POPULAR: Raheel Sharif.- Reuters ﬁle

of the capital urging him to extend his tenure. However, unlike the most recent banner, the old banners were put out by an organisation named the ‘Move on Pakistan’ party. The party — which has little grass-root support — has been registered with the ECP and a businessman from Faisalabad, Mohammad Kamran, is its chairman. On January 25, General Raheel Sharif laid to rest speculation that he would continue to serve as the military chief beyond November 2016 when he is due to retire, insisting he preferred to relinquish the job – unlike two of his predecessors. “I do not believe in extension and will retire on the due date,” Chief of Army Staff General Raheel said in an unprecedented statement. - Express Tribune

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‘Advocates of Hong Kong independence not qualified for office’ SHANGHAI: People who advocate Hong Kong independence are in violation of the territory’s laws and China’s constitution, and are not qualiﬁed to stand for public office, the ruling Chinese Communist Party’s top newspaper said on Saturday. The comments in the People’s Daily come ahead of what is expected to effectively be a ruling by Beijing on the fate of two newly elected Hong Kong legislators who pledged allegiance to the “Hong Kong nation” and displayed a “Hong Kong is not China” banner when they attempted to take office in October. Britain returned Hong Kong to Chinese control in 1997 under a “one country, two systems” formula that gave the territory wide-ranging autonomy, including judicial freedom. The oath-taking incident made waves in the former colony, where the topic of independence from China was once regarded as taboo but has come to the fore since months of pro-democracy protests in 2014 failed to secure any

concessions from Beijing. State news agency Xinhua said on Saturday that leaders of the National People’s Congress, China’s parliament, had begun to review a “draft interpretation” of part of Hong Kong’s mini-constitution, the Basic Law, over the weekend. The article requires Hong Kong legislators and other officials to swear allegiance to “the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China” when assuming office. The parliamentary meeting ends on Monday, Xinhua said. The People’s Daily editorial said calls for independence by the Hong Kong lawmakers-elect and others were an insult to China and violation of the national constitution and the Basic Law. Such action “seriously touches the bottom line of ‘one country, two systems’, endangers national unity, territorial integrity and national security, jeopardises the nation’s core interests and the basic interests of the majority of Hong Kong residents, and is vile in nature,” it said.

“The heart of the issue is that anyone who splits the nation or promotes ‘Hong Kong independence’ is directly violating the constitution, the Basic Law and related Hong Kong laws, and is unqualified to stand for election or hold public office provided for in the Basic Law,” the newspaper added. An interpretation of the Basic Law by the NPC Standing Committee would be completely legal, “extremely timely, extremely necessary, of great importance and have far-reaching effect”, it said. The NPC Standing Committee has interpreted the Basic Law four times since 1997, including once when neither the city government nor its courts requested it. After the abortive swearing-in of Yau Wai-ching, 25, and Baggio Leung, 30, Hong Kong’s chief executive ﬁled a lawsuit seeking an injunction to prevent another ceremony for them taking place. Hong Kong’s High Court struck down that request but approved a judicial review of the pair’s membership of the legislature. — Reuters

PRO-DEMOCRACY LAWMAKERS: Newly elected lawmakers Yau Wai-ching, 25, left, and Baggio Leung, 30, right, hold a press conference at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, on Friday. – AFP

Detained Philippine mayor killed in prison shootout The shootout took place after Espinosa and inmate Raul Yap fired at a team from the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group who was on a mission to serve a search warrant against the detainees for firearms and illegal drugs. The presidential palace described Espinosa’s death as ‘unfortunate’

Rolando Espinosa, mayor of Albuera town in Leyte, turned himself in to the national police chief in August over his involvement in the drug trade

MANILA: A mayor on Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s list of top drugs suspects was killed during a shootout at a prison on Saturday, police said, in the latest high-profile killing in his bloody war on narcotics. Rolando Espinosa, mayor of Albuera town in central Leyte province, turned himself in to the national police chief in August after Duterte asked him and his son, Kerwin, to surrender over their involvement in the drug trade. Espinosa was later allowed to go home but on October 5 was arrested on charges of illegal possession of drugs and firearms. He is the second local government executive on Duterte’s so-called “narco-list” killed during police operations. The shootout took place after Espinosa and inmate Raul Yap fired at a team from the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group who was on a mission to serve a search warrant against the detainees for firearms and illegal drugs, police said. “As a matter of procedure, this incident will undergo investigation to establish the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident,” Eastern Visayas Regional Police Chief Superinten-

ANTI-NARCOTICS CAMPAIGN: Leyte Albuera Mayor Ronaldo Espinosa, left, talking to Philippine Na-

tional Police (PNP) chief Ronald dela Rosa, right, at Camp Crame in Manila, on August 2, 2016. – AFP File

dent Elmer Beltejar said. Some lawmakers expressed alarm over the killing of Espinosa inside his detention cell, with the chairman of the Senate committee on justice and human rights, Senator Richard Gordon, describing it as a “slap in the face” of the country’s criminal justice system. Gordon said he may ﬁle a resolution to look into such drug-related killings, while Senator Panﬁlo Lacson was quoted by local media as saying that Espinosa’s death was “a clear case of EJK (extrajudicial killing).” “There’s got to be a lot of questions that must be answered,” Gordon said in an interview with news channel ANC. Police said they recovered a .45 caliber pistol and a .38 Super pistol from the cells of Yap and Espinosa. A small sachet containing suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were also

found inside Espinosa’s cell, police said. The presidential palace described Espinosa’s death as “unfortunate” and said an investigation was ongoing. Espinosa had publicly denied any part in the drug trade but said his son was peddling “shabu” (methamphetamine), which he gets from a jailed Chinese drug trader. Espinosa’s son, Kerwin, was arrested by Abu Dhabi police last month, according to Philippine National Police chief Director General Ronald dela Rosa. In October, Samsudin Dimaukom, a powerful mayor in Duterte’s troubled home province of Mindanao, was also killed along with nine of his guards in a shootout, according to police. More than 2,300 people have been killed in police operations or by suspected vigilantes in connection with the anti-narcotics campaign since Duterte took office on

June 30. Duterte said on Friday his war on drugs had cut back the supply to “very low” levels and thanked China for supporting his crackdown, but swore repeatedly at ally the United States for criticising it. Duterte said his campaign against drugs had successfully reduced the narcotics ﬂow, but conceded there were signs that criminals had now turned to kidnapping, another problem he planned to tackle. “There is a very low supply of drugs now. But, there is a shift to kidnapping by these idiots,” he said during a televised speech. “This is a new game, so be careful. Give me time to talk to God.” The crime-busting former mayor of the once lawless Davao City said last week he had spoken to God and promised him he would no longer use bad language. But his vow has not held long.

On Friday, he got angry again at former colonial power Washington for its concerns about alleged summary killings and contrasted its stance with that of China, which has funded a huge drugs rehabilitation centre. As a provincial outsider in May’s presidential election, Duterte used his brashness and profanity to enhance his public appeal. Dubbed “the punisher” and “Duterte Harry”, he was elected by a big margin. That was aided by the promise of a drugs war, which has killed over 2,300 people in four months. Duterte on Friday homed in on Human Rights Watch, which he said was attacking him to justify a $100 million, 10-year grant philanthropist George Soros promised it six years ago. “This Human Rights Watch of New York, that belongs to Soros. Soros was the ﬁnancier. That’s him. It’s his grant,” he said. — Reuters

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Far-right groups protest against plan to house Syrian refugees MELBOURNE: Several hundred people rallied in the suburbs of Melbourne on Saturday, after a proposal to house refugees locally drew protest by far right groups and counter protests. Political debate around Australia’s hardline policy towards asylum seekers has been heated recently, with the conservative government last week announcing plans to permanently ban asylum seekers who attempted to reach Australia by boat from permanently entering under any visa category. Dozens of people belonging to the hardline groups rallied on Saturday against a proposal to house 120 refugees from Syria and Iraq, at a housing facility for elderly citizens in the Melbourne suburb of Eltham. “They (the elderly citizens) are a bit concerned about it but they will just wait and see,” John Conroy a resident of the aged-care facility said. Counter rally A heavy police presence separated the group from more than 100 people rallying in favour of the proposal. Previous protests between antiimmigration and pro-immigration groups have led to violent clashes. Australia’s current policy of sending asylum seekers who arrive in Australian waters by boat offshore to Papua New Guinea and Nauru, where their status as refugees is confirmed or rejected, has bipartisan support in the Australian parliament. On the rise Last year the government announced a one-off intake of 12,000 refugees fleeing the conflict in Iraq and Syria, saying that ethnic minorities from those countries would be given priority. Far right political parties are on the rise in Australia, with the controversial One Nation party surprising many by winning four Senate seats at the country’s national elections in July. — Reuters

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Malayisa’s ‘Red Shirts’ protest against media group KUALA LUMPUR: Several hundred pro-government demonstrators protested outside the office of a media group on Saturday, calling for it to be shut down after reports that it received funds from an organisation linked to business tycoon George Soros. The largely Malay group, which calls itself “Red Shirts”, has alleged that foreign funds received by the popular news portal, Malaysiakini, was to be used to inﬂuence the next general election with an aim to topple Prime Minister Najib Razak’s government. The protest is expected to be dwarfed by a massive rally planned by democracy group Bersih on November 19, which will call for the resignation of Najib over corruption allegations. Dressed in red shirts, the demonstrators were

chanting “close down, close down! close down Malaysiakini!”. “We don’t want outside interference in our country,” said Red Shirts leader Jamal Yunos, who is also a member of the ruling United Malays National Organisation (UMNO) party. Over a hundred riot police ofﬁcers were stationed in and around the Malaysiakini offices. The controversy erupted after whistleblower site DC leaks revealed documents that allegedly showed Open Society Foundations (OSF), founded by Soros, was funding local organisations to inﬂuence the outcome of the next general election that is due to be called by 2018. Malaysiakini and other organisations such as Bersih were linked to funds from OSF. Malaysiakini has said the funds from OSF were only used to pro-

duce more stories on Sarawak, and constituted a small portion of its revenue. Editor-in-chief Steven Gan told a news conference after the protesters dispersed that none of its shareholders or funders had any inﬂuence over editorial policy. “You can ask any of our journalists or editors... that’s completely impossible,” he said. He added that he didn’t think there was any law that would enable the government to shut them down. Jamal had earlier vowed to “tear down” the offices of Malaysiakini by gathering more than 20,000 protesters. “The threats against Malaysiakini are the latest instance of the right to freedom of expression coming under attack in the country,” Amnesty International said in a statement on Friday. — Reuters

CALLING FOR SHUT DOWN: Malay ‘red shirt’ supporters demonstrate outside the office of popular on-

line news portal Malaysiakini in Petaling Jaya, near Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. – AFP

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I am not afraid of jail: Zuma tells supporters JOHANNESBURG: In his ﬁrst public appearance since investigators documented signs of government corruption, South African President Jacob Zuma told supporters on Saturday he wasn’t scared to go to prison because he had been jailed during apartheid. The Public Protector, an antigraft watchdog, said in a report last week that a judge should investigate whether Zuma, cabinet members and some state companies acted improperly in their dealings with wealthy Indian businessmen. Accused The Gupta brothers, Ajay, Atul and Rajesh, who are friends of Zuma and work with his son, have been accused of inﬂuencing cabinet appointments and securing sweetheart government tenders. Zuma and the Guptas deny any wrongdoing. Thousands of protesters called for the president to resign after the 355-page probe was released and some opposition politicians said Zuma should face criminal charges. “I’m not afraid of jail. I’ve been to jail during the struggle,” Zuma told a cheering crowd in his home KwaZulu Natal province. Zuma spent 10 years as a political prisoner on Robben Island with Nelson Mandela during white-minority rule. “There’s no longer any space for democratic debate. The only space there is for court arguments by lawyers. That’s not democracy,” Zuma added. The Public Protector’s investigation stopped short of saying crimes had been committed, but recommended a judge take the investigation forward. — Reuters

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ATHENS: Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras promised “brighter days” on Saturday after a cabinet reshuffle aimed at speeding up reforms Athens has agreed to implement under its latest international bailout deal and to shore up his government’s popularity. But Tsipras signalled he would stick to the ﬁscal course agreed with the European Union and the International Monetary Fund by keeping Finance Minister Euclid Tsakalotos in his post. Greece wants to wrap up a review on labour reforms and ﬁscal issues swiftly to qualify for more debt relief and for inclusion in the European Central Bank’s bond buying programme. This will help it to regain bond market access by 2018, when its current bailout programme expires. Opportunity “We have the opportunity for a new start that will give us the necessary impetus for the last critical steps of a marathon leading us to brighter days,” Tsipras told reporters after his new cabi-

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Widodo postpones Australia visit after protest in Jakarta JAKARTA: Indonesia’s President Joko Widodo postponed a visit to Australia on Saturday after a mass protest in Jakarta that briefly turned violent as extremists pressed for the resignation of the capital’s governor. Widodo has faced criticism for failing to rein in hardline groups that had promised for weeks to bring tens of thousands onto the streets of the capital, and during Friday’s protest his office said he was inspecting a rail project at the airport. At a news conference after midnight on Friday, he blamed “political actors” for fanning popular anger over city Governor Basuki Tjahaja Purnama, who is standing for re-election in February, competing with two Muslims for the job. The governorship of the capital is a powerful position and one held by Widodo before he became president two years ago. Widodo had planned to use the November 6-8 visit to Australia to cement improving ties, with a focus on economic and maritime cooperation and efforts to counter militancy. “Looking at the latest situation and condition in Indonesia that require the presence of the president, President Joko Widodo decided to postpone his scheduled state visit to Australia,” a statement from his office said. The protest against Purnama, the first ethnic Chinese to hold the position, was largely peaceful but in the evening the crowd grew restive and police restrained them with tear gas and water cannon fire. One person died and more than 100 were injured in the violence, many of them police officers, three vehicles were torched and 18 were damaged, national police spokesman Boy Rafli Amar told a news conference on Saturday. Clashes broke out in a north Jakarta area where there are large communities and about 15 people were arrested there for looting a minimart, Amar said. Some Chinese-owned shops and restaurants remained shuttered in the northern district, while security officers were still guarding a temple and a school, according to a resident. Ethnic Chinese make up just

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over 1 per cent of Indonesia’s 250 million people, and they typically do not enter politics. Indonesian Chinese have faced persecution and violence in the past, especially during the political and social turmoil that gripped Jakarta when former strongman Suharto was toppled in the late 1990s. About a dozen groups have accused Purnama of blasphemy. Chanting slogans, many in Friday’s protest waved placards calling for Purnama, popularly known as Ahok, to be jailed for blasphemy. A white banner hung at an overpass was painted with red letters that read “Hang Ahok here”. Police are investigating the case against Purnama, who has apologised for his remarks, insisting he was not criticising the verse but those who used it to attack him. Purnama is seen as a no-nonsense reformer with little patience for the corruption widely blamed for the chaos and dilapidated infrastructure of an overcrowded city of 10 million. He remains popular despite efforts by hardline groups to vilify him and is seen as the frontrunner in the election, though many voters are angry with him for evicting thousands from slums to modernise Jakarta. Widodo has vowed not to interfere in any legal proceedings against Purnama, according to media reports. But he said at his news conference that any legal process involving Purnama would be executed “swiftly, ﬁrmly and transparently”. He criticised politicians whom he didn’t name - for inciting die-hard protesters after most had already gone home. “... we deplore the incident after the Isha prayers, when should have already disbanded but became violent. And, we see this was steered by political actors who were exploiting the situation,” he said. Purnama made no comment on Saturday but his office said the city governor would not be cowed by the protests against him. “There’s no need to be afraid or to hide,” spokesman Ruhut Sitompul said. — Reuters

NEW FACES: Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras, centre, and Greek President Prokopis Pavlopoulos, second right, attend a swearing-in

ceremony of the newly appointed members of the government at the Presidential Palace in Athens, Greece on Saturday. – Reuters

net was sworn in on Saturday. Tsipras switched his ministers around in the rejig late on Friday, but brought few new faces to his cabinet. The conservative opposition New Democracy party called the reshuffle a “recycling of the same corrupt faces”. “For Greece and its citizens, there are no prospects by this dangerous government,” Spokesman George Koumoutsakos said. Tsipras appointed Dimitris Liakos, the chief of his economic office and a former fund manager, as the minister responsible for the implementation of Greece’s bailout programme. To appease the creditors who have accused Greece of foot-dragging in selling state assets, Tsipras

replaced Energy Minister Panos Skourletis, who has openly opposed some privatisations, with George Stathakis, currently the economy minister. Skourletis was moved to the Interior Ministry. Shipping Minister Thodoris Dritsas was replaced by Panagiotis Kouroublis, currently the interior minister. The shipping ministry oversees the privatisation of Greek ports. The head of Greece’s privatisation agency, Stergios Pitsiorlas, was named deputy minister under Dimitris Papadimitrou, economist and president of the Levy Economics Institute, who was appointed economy and development minister. Effie Achtsioglou, a 31-yearold Labour Ministry official who participated in the negotiations

with the foreign lenders, was appointed labour minister. “The prime minister tidied up his cabinet,” head of Alco polling agency Costas Panagopoulos said. “This scheme seems more capable to fulﬁl the country’s international obligations.” Tsipras set up stand-alone ministries to handle tourism the economy’s key driver - and the crucial issue of migration, as Europe struggles with its worst migrant crisis in decades and thousands are stranded in the cash-strapped country. Migration Minister Yannis Mouzalas kept his post, along with the ministers of foreign affairs, defence and tourism. Greece is expected to return to growth in 2017, an event which Tsipras hopes will

convince Greeks that their sacriﬁces are paying off. Tsipras’ closest aide and adviser Nikos Pappas - who as state minister oversaw an auction on television licenses that was annulled by a top court, was appointed minister of digital governance and media. Tsipras was ﬁrst elected in January 2015 promising to end years of austerity, but he reversed course six months later and signed up to a new bailout, Greece’s third aid programme since the country’s debt crisis broke out in 2010. He was re-elected in September last year, but his popularity ratings have been dropping for months and his Syriza party has been trailing the conservative New Democracy party. — Reuters

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Nigerian army ﬁnds Chibok girl with baby LAGOS: One of more than 200 schoolgirls abducted by militant group Boko Haram from their school in northeast Nigeria’s Chibok in 2014 has been found by soldiers, a Nigerian army spokesman said on Saturday, weeks after the militants released 21 of the girls. Sani Usman said the girl, Maryam Ali Maiyanga, was discovered by troops who were screening escapees from Boko Haram’s base in the Sambisa forest on Saturday morning in Pulka, Gwoza Local Government Area, in Borno State. “She was discovered to be carrying a 10-month-old son, named Ali. She has been taken to the unit’s medical facility for (a) proper medical check up,” said Usman. Bring Back Our Girls, a group of campaigners with close ties to relatives of those abducted, said “preliminary investigations” showed the girl was number 198 on its register of the kidnapped girls. In a statement, the campaign group said she was from Askira Uba, a district of Borno state, and was abducted along with her twin who is yet to return. Last month, 21 of the girls were released by Boko Haram following talks. — Reuters

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ETA leader arrested in France MADRID: Spain said security forces had arrested the head of Basque militant separatist group ETA in south-western France on Saturday in a joint operation between the French domestic intelligence service and Spanish police. Mikel Irastorza was detained in a house in Ascain, a village near the Pyrenees mountains, the Spanish Interior Ministry said in a statement, adding that the 41-year-old leader of the illegal organisation had been on the run since 2008. Irastorza had led ETA for just over a year since the arrests of two previous leaders in France last year, the ministry said. Crushing blow “(The arrest) is a crushing blow to ETA, removing its leadership and eliminating the part that controlled arms and explosives,” it said, adding that the operation remained open. French and Spanish media reported that Irastorza is being held in the French city of Bayonne. ETA, which does not normally comment in such situations, was formed in the late 1950s during the dictatorship of Francisco Franco and aims to establish an independent Basque state in northern Spain and southern France. A Spanish man and a French woman were also arrested, the ministry said, alleging they had given shelter to Irastorza and were the owners of the house where he was arrested. — Reuters

Turkey arrests more staff of opposition newspaper Turkish authorities also detained nine pro-Kurdish opposition Peoples’ Democratic Party officials

ANKARA: Turkish authorities ordered the formal arrest of nine staff members of a leading opposition newspaper on Saturday and detained more pro-Kurdish officials, widening an anti-terrorism probe that has drawn condemnation from the West. The arrests, a day after the coleaders of the pro-Kurdish opposition Peoples’ Democratic Party (HDP) were jailed pending trial, are likely to spark more concern among Turkey’s allies about President Tayyip Erdogan’s intolerance of dissent. More than 110,000 officials, including judges, teachers, police and civil servants, have been detained or suspended following a failed coup in July. Erdogan’s critics say he is using the coup as a pretext to squash the opposition. Ankara says the crackdown is nec-

CRACKDOWN INTENSIFIED: Protesters hold copies of the latest edition of the Turkish daily newspaper ‘Cumhuriyet’ during a demonstration outside the newspaper’s headquarters in Ankara on Saturday, following the arrest of staff. – AFP

essary to root out terrorists. Authorities ordered the formal arrest pending trial of nine executives and journalists from the secularist Cumhuriyet newspaper, including the editor and senior staff of the paper, broadcaster NTV and other media reported. They had been detained since Monday. In addition, nine HDP officials, including some provincial and district heads, were detained in the southeastern province of Adana, a party official said. The HDP, Turkey’s third-larg-

est party, made history last year by becoming the ﬁrst Kurdish-rooted party to win the 10 per cent of the vote required to enter parliament. Erdogan and the ruling AK Party accuse the HDP of links to the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), which has carried out a violent insurgency in Turkey’s mainly Kurdish southeast for three decades. The HDP denies direct links and says it is working for a peaceful resolution of the Kurdish conﬂict. On Friday, the co-leaders of the HDP, Selahattin Demirtas

and Figen Yuksekdag, were jailed pending trial after being held in overnight raids. Ten other HDP lawmakers were also detained, although some were later released. The arrests heightened concern among Western allies about the political direction of Turkey, a NATO member and a buffer between Europe and the conﬂicts raging in Syria and Iraq. European Union foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini said she was “extremely worried” by the arrests, and raised her concerns in a telephone call with Turkey’s

foreign and EU affairs ministers late on Friday The United States expressed “deep concern”. News of the arrests also shook ﬁnancial markets on Friday, with the lira currency falling to a record low. Hours after the detentions on Friday, a car bomb killed 10 people and wounded more than 100 near a police station in the southeastern city of Diyarbakir where some of the lawmakers were being held. Istanbul prosecutors have said staff at the paper, one of few media outlets still critical of President Tayyip Erdogan, are suspected of committing crimes on behalf of Kurdish militants and the network of US-based cleric Fethullah Gulen. Turkey accuses Gulen of orchestrating the coup attempt, though he denies any involvement. Cumhuriyet’s previous editor, Can Dundar, was jailed last year for publishing state secrets involving Turkey’s support for Syrian rebels. The case sparked censure from rights groups and Western governments worried about worsening human rights in Turkey under Erdogan. Additionally, 170 newspapers, magazines, television stations and news agencies have been shut down, leaving 2,500 journalists unemployed, Turkey’s journalists’ association said in a statement protesting against Monday’s detentions. — Reuters

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NATURAL BEAUTY Story Felicia Campbell

t seems logical that wellness and beauty should go hand-in-hand, after all, the best way to achieve a healthy glow, vibrant skin, and a tight shape is through good self-care like getting plenty of sleep, exercising, and eating clean. So why is it that so many of us think twice about putting highly processed foods or non-organic produce on our plates, but we don’t bat an eyelash at the loads of chemicals going onto our skin, hair, and nails at the beauty salon? Perhaps it is simply because we feel that we don’t have any other option. And there really is no substitute for the fresh, feminine feeling you get right after having your nails done. But shouldn’t there be a healthier option for this typically chemical-drenched beauty ritual? Just such a question inspired Lebanese-Italian business partners, Daisy and Isabel, to launch Dashing Nails back in 2012. After bemoaning the lack of natural options in Muscat, the pair was equally disappointed with the results they achieved using the “natural” and “organic” products they were able to get their hands on. After searching the world for products that were both healthy and effective, the women opened a novel salon that was committed to high-quality beauty treatments that were socially, environmentally, and physically healthy. The team sourced clean products from around the world, from the American “slow-beauty” products of Sparitual, which are vegan, toxin-free, and sustainably produced, to the all-natural, Italian makeup and nail lacquer of Eva Garden and Italian skin and hair care products from Philip Martin. The women found that educating their client base about natural beauty was as important as the products they were offering, and the idea began to resonate with women in the capital. The pair recently celebrated Dashing’s third year of operation in The Wave at Al Mouj, so I went to find out for myself if a healthy, socially conscious manicure, that wouldn’t chip after 30-minutes, was really on offer in Oman. The shop itself is a bright, modern space outfitted with plush, comfortable pedicure stations, luxurious-looking product displays showcasing imported hair, skin, and nail tonics from around the world, and sparkling clean surfaces all around. The staff are cheerful, welltrained, and genuinely passionate about the products they use. As I leaned into my cushy seat, I wondered how much a mani-pedi in a place like this would cost. The Dashing Signature mani-pedi makes use of the Sparitual product range, beginning with non-dehydrating lacquer remover made of essential oils and sugar-solvents to gently strip away the old polish, followed by a soak in an Argan oil skin softening footbath, a gentle micro algae scrub, and a slathering of massage cream made from natural seed oils and aloe vera, finished off with serum for deep moisturising. Hands and feet are wrapped in plastic and hot towels to ensure the pores open and absorb the maximum amount of moisture. While my skin was steaming, Daisy explained vegan nail polish to me. “Do you know where the red colour in most nail lacquers comes from?” she asked. I shook my head. “Crushed beetles,” she said, adding, “and often times the shimmer comes from fish scales.” “Really?” I said, genuinely surprised. “Yep. Before I got into this business, I didn’t know that either. Even more than being animal-friendly and cruelty-free, I’m most proud of the fact that the products we use are all safe and natural, for both our clients and for our staff who have to work with them all day.” Jun, my nail technician, has worked for Dashing for two-and-a-half years, almost since the beginning, and is both an expert in the application of the products, and in the best way to maximise their effects. “The signature treatment is good to do once or twice per month, especially in this weather where feet get so dry and heels crack, but to really keep skin soft and prevent callus build-up, it is good to use the Sparitual masks and serums at home on a weekly basis,” she explained as she massaged serum into my hands. She helped me select a beautiful slate blue from the Butter London collection. “It’s a great, creamy nail polish,” she said, as she applied a coat. Another customer peeked over and asked which colour I was wearing. The products at the salon are especially great for those with sensitive skin or allergies, as they are all hypo-allergenic and super gentle. And, least you think that these “healthy products” are lacking in options, I found that Dashing carried more shades of polish than my usual salon. My polish dried, and I ran a hand over my clean smooth skin, suitably impressed and feeling utterly refreshed. Absent was the slight, nagging headache I usually walked out of the salon with, thanks to the classic smell of acrylic fumes. All that remained was the milliondollar question—how much does a mani-pedi cost in a place like this, applied by an expert like her, using lux, all-natural products? The signature mani-pedi with polish was OMR21 and the basic with polish was OMR14, cheaper than most standard salons throughout the city. Seeing my surprised expression, Daisy explained. “We are the exclusive wholesalers of these all-natural products throughout Muscat, so we can offer services using them at much lower prices than you’d find at, say, a hotel spa, for example. And we want our services to be accessible to people.” It isn’t often that the healthiest, most eco-friendly, and downright luxurious option is also affordable. But Daisy and Isabel are true ambassadors of the sustainable, organic lifestyle. For them, offering natural beauty is more than a marketing tag-line, it stems from their passion for clean living, from the idea that true wellness is a desire to make not only your own body and your own family as healthy as possible, but also to help make the world around you a cleaner, more sustainable, more fair place. Now that’s a beautiful concept.

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LIFESTYLE

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Doctor’s Column Dr Amina Kauser

SKIN CARE FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY

IT’S THE WEDDING season, and if you are the bride, then your main concern right now is how to look great on your day. Try to start a skin regimen at least six months prior to the wedding for best results and choose from the following opportunities — procedures like laser hair removal, chemical or AHA peels, botox injections, or microdermabrasion.

to Get More Exercise

f you know that you need exercise, but still haven’t had time to do so here are some tips to do some exercise in a way that does not disrupt your already busy daily routine. Include walking in your daily life. Owing to our current lifestyle we often walk less than one mile per day but we can increase this. Try parking your car a bit further away than usual, and walk the rest of the way. One of the best times to walk is to walk after dinner. It not only helps you to digest your food but also helps to get a better

sleep. Just go out of your house after dinner, and walk for 20 minutes, and then return. Take the stairs instead of an elevator. Research has proved that walking with a pet is therapeutic. People who walk a dog daily lose a signiﬁcant amount of weight. Same way going for a walk with a friend or friends. They motivate you when you don’t feel like working out. So ﬁnd someone else who needs a bit more exercise and make a daily time for walking together. Spend the time talking and enjoying yourselves, and you won’t even no-

tice that you are exercising. It is good to get around 30 minutes of walking and exercise done every day, or you can do it every other day, but do 45 minutes. It is important to sweat, and then you know that you have gotten some good exercise. Daily exercise is one of the secrets of longevity and it will help you to overcome obesity and many other ailments associated with a sedentary lifestyle. So take a vow to increase your exercise, and then get on your feet and start walking. - lifestyle@timesofoman.com

What treatments can the bride take to gain a clear skin for her big day? Mesoglow is a treatment option which brings back the glow to your face, especially after the daily grind leaves it dull and lifeless. With tiny injections and a vitamin concoction, your skin will regain its moisture in just a couple of sessions. Sun exposure, pigmentation, scars, and everyday pollution, can leave our skin dull, and lifeless. Microdermabrasion or skin polishing is a wonderful method of exfoliating the lifeless upper crust of the skin and replacing it with a new fresh layer of skin. As tiny crystals are sprayed and rolled over the skin, they will gently remove the dull and damaged layer of the skin. How can the bride avoid stress after the wedding? To the stress of the honeymoon and countless lunches and dinners which you will be attending in your ﬁrst few months as

a bride, you would not want to add the tension of regular waxing and shaving. Laser hair removal is a good solution. By focusing a high energy beam of light on it, the procedure eliminates the chances of hair growing back. The process takes a few sessions; so make sure you meet a dermatologist at least a couple of months before the wedding. There are also medical facials that combine medical therapy and products with a beauty regimen. Based on your skin type your dermatologist will personalise these to suit your skin type. How can the bride look most beautiful on the wedding day? 1. No matter what, make sure you get seven or eight hours of sleep a night for the month leading up to your wedding. Not just your body, your mind needs it. 2. Drink water at least 8 glasses a day. Never more critical than now as exhaustion can cause dehydration, and skin also suffers if you’re not hydrating it enough from within. Carry a bottle everywhere, whether you’re home, out inviting guests, or shopping. 3. Ditch the dangerous stuff from your diet. Skip sugary foods, and everything fried — even though the temptation to dig into comfort food will rise

with every wedding-related crisis. Tempted to binge dessert? Stick to a sorbet or fruity custard; keep your meals as light and nutritious as possible. 4. Take a walk. 20 minutes a day. It’ll give you much-needed alone time, and introduce at least a little physical activity into your routine. 5. Cleanse, tone, moisturise, every morning and night. Buy from a good skincare range, and follow these basics religiously. 6. Ideally, you should start treatment for your face, body, and hair around six months before your wedding. Follow the cleanse-tonemoisturise ritual daily: Cleansing your face twice a day is a must, so that dirt and toxins are washed off. Toning closes your pores after cleansing. And moisturising hydrates your skin, making it supple. -lifestyle@timesofoman.com Dr Amina Kauser is dermatologist at Al Burjeel Hospital

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LIFESTYLE

10 Fat Burning Foods for a Slimmer Body Looking for a way to lose weight without having to go on yet another diet? There are certain foods which, when integrated into your diet, can actually help you burn more fat.

ood contains calories, and calories are the stuff that fat is made of. So, how could certain foods actually help you lose weight by eating them? The secret is the thermogenic diet, or the concept that certain foods actually burn more calories in order to digest them than they contain. And, some foods can actually speed up your metabolism, resulting your body to burn body fat faster — even when you are at rest. If you want to know which foods are considered to be fatburning foods, here is a list of few fat burning foods: Beets Beets are a great choice for your new food regimen because they can be served so many ways: They can be baked, steamed, or even eaten raw. Soybeans Soybeans are a legume which has been in use in China for over 5,000 years. They are considered to be a complete protein because they contain all of the essential amino acids that your body must get from food.

Nuts Nuts do great job of making you feel full after you eat them, while at the same time increasing your body’s ability to burn fat. Chillies and cayenne pepper Foods that contain chillies or cayenne pepper can increase your metabolism, helping you to burn away the calories naturally. Chillies contain capsaicin, which contributes to a sped-up metabolism. Green tea Green tea is a very popular beverage in East Asian countries like Japan, and it is gaining in popularity in the West and elsewhere. Studies show that green tea speeds up your metabolism. Watermelon While watermelon is made up of about 92% water and 6% sugar, it is a great food for burning fat. It is a source of Vitamin C, and it also contains signiﬁcant amounts of beta carotene and lycopene. Citrus and other fruits rich in Vitamin C Do you like to eat fruits rich in Vitamin C like limes, lemons, guava, grapefruit, and tangerines? Great,

because they are all excellent for burning calories. Vitamin C helps your body process fat faster. And, it dilutes the fat to make it less effective, helping it to get released from the body. Sweet potatoes This root vegetable is one of the leading fat-burning veggies you can ﬁnd. Sweet potatoes digest very slowly, causing your body to work hard to metabolise them. Next time you want fries, try substituting sweet potatoes instead. Apples Apples contain pectin, which restricts your body’s cells from absorbing fat. It also acts as a catalyst for water absorption, which helps the body release fat deposits. Also, the antioxidants in apples may help reduce belly fat. Spinach and kale Green-leafy veggies are a great way to burn calories. Spinach is chalk-full of iron, calcium, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C. Meanwhile, kale is a superfood that contains manganese, iron, calcium, Vitamin A, and K. It even contains protein.-Artipot

INDIAN SHARES PLUNGE

Across the spectrum sell-off for the week led India’s benchmark index, Sensex, to mark four month lows, losing 667.36 points (includes ‘Muhurat’ session) to quote 27,274.15, while the broader Nifty dropped well below 8,500-level. — PTI.

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Vital efforts being made by ministry to combat dumping by raising awareness MUSCAT: Oman, represented by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) is making great efforts to combat dumping by raising awareness, a senior official said. The ministry is enhancing knowledge of the industrial sector on the harmful practices in international trade to increase cooperation with international organisations and achieve the aims of the Sultanate’s commercial policies. Such policies include opening of new markets for Omani products, attracting foreign investments and beneﬁting from the Sultanate’s membership at the regional and international commercial agreements and conventions. Saud bin Nasser Al Khusaibi,

director general of Organisations and Commercial Relations, at the MOCI said that the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Common Law on Anti-Dumping, Countervailing and Safeguard Measures aims at enabling the Sultanate to take necessary measures against dumping policy practices, the subsidy and the increase in the imports by the GCC countries as they harm the national industries. He added that coordination is maintained with the GCC Technical Secretariat Office for Combatting the Harmful Practices of International Trade. It also supports the local factories that face cases ﬁeld by other countries related to anti-dumping

investigations, subsidy and increase in imports. He pointed out that the unfair commercial practices, which may cause great harm to the GCC industries, fall into three main categories namely dumping practices, subsidy and increase in imports. As per the dumping policy, goods are deemed dumped when a country exports its products at prices less than their prices at the local market. This may harm the manufacturers at the importing country market. The second type is related to subsidy and covers that exports are deemed subsidised when they receive subsidy or direct or indirect ﬁnancial subsidy by the gov-

ernment or a public organisation at the country of origin resulting in beneﬁt for subsidy recipient (producer or exporter). “The increase in imports takes place when there is a sharp and sudden increase in imports, either absolutely or relatively to the local product due to unexpected developments causing grave harm to the local industry,” Al Khusaibi added. As for the protective measures against harmful practices in international trade, he said that the GCC Common Law on AntiDumping, Countervailing and Safeguard Measures provided the mechanisms and measures against harmful practices in international trade. — ONA

Oman banks private deposits rise by 3.7% Gross value for these deposits at the end of August 2016 includes the time deposits that stood at OMR3.66 billion, savings deposits of OMR4.45 billion and demand deposits of OMR3.56 billion, the CBO report said.

Muscat: Private deposits at commercial banks in Oman at the end of August 2016 rose by 3.7 per cent to OMR12.02 billion compared to OMR11.60 billion in the corresponding period last year, according to a monthly statistical bulletin published by the Central Bank of Oman (CBO).

The gross value for these deposits at the end of August 2016 includes the time deposits that stood at OMR3.66 billion, savings deposits of OMR4.45 billion and demand deposits of OMR3.56 billion, the report further added. The bulletin pointed out that the total value for these deposits include OMR11.09 billion and OMR923.3 million in foreign currencies. As for the banking indicators for the commercial banks at the end of August 2016, the bulletin said that the broad money and clearance to the deposits in riyals was 8.1 per cent. The combined money and clearance to the gross deposits was 7 per cent. The total percentage of loans to the deposits was 104.1 per cent. The rate of foreign currency deposits to the total deposits was 13.9 per cent. The rate of foreign assets to the total loans was 13.6 per cent. The rate of foreign assets to the total assets was 10.5 per cent. The foreign liabilities to the total liabilities was 11.2 per cent. The on-demand deposits to the total private deposits was 29.4 per cent. The capital and reserves to the total deposits was 19.6 per cent. The rate of allocations and the retained interests to the total credit was 3.5 per cent. — ONA

STANDING TALL: Central Bank of Oman bulletin pointed out that

the total value for these deposits include OMR11.09 billion and OMR923.3 million in foreign currencies. — File picture

MARGINAL DECLINE: Prices of ﬁsh, fruit, vegetables & oils subset declined by 4.7 per cent while dairy products fell by 7.9 per cent. - Times ﬁle picture

Oman’s producer price index falls sharply by 19.1% in second quarter MUSCAT: Oman producer price index-based inflation registered a sharp 19.1% drop in the second quarter of 2016 compared with the same quarter last year, according to the latest data released by the National Centre for Statistics & Information (NCSI). The producer price index (PPI) decline was mainly driven by a 22.3 per cent fall in the price of oil and gas products along with a 23.7 per cent dip in crude oil and natural gas prices, according NCSI data. Refined oil products declined by 12.4 per cent while non-oil products logged a 6.3 per cent fall during the quarter. Other sets that experienced price decline include non-oil manufacturing (8.4 per cent); food, beverages and textile products (3.1 per cent) and transportable goods (5.1 per cent). Prices of fish, fruit, vegetables & oils subset declined by 4.7 per cent while dairy products fell by 7.9 per cent. Beverages subset witnessed a price fall of 0.1 per cent in the second quarter. Price fall was recorded across gases, acids and polypropylene products (11.2 per cent); paints and pharmaceutical products

(3.3 per cent); rubber and plastic products (6.1 per cent); furniture and jewellery (1.2 per cent); and steel/aluminium and related products (9.1 per cent) as well. Producer price index of fabricated products using steel/ aluminium too declined in the second quarter by 19.2 per cent while metal products, machinery and equipment recorded a fall of 18 per cent. Distribution and delivery of electric appliances, tapes and CDs slipped by 26.6 per cent. On the other hand, glass, cement and marble products registered a price rise of 0.8 per cent, as did heating, conditioning, oil well drilling apparatus, car oil and ﬁlters, whose PPI rose by 1.3 per cent. However, compared to the ﬁrst quarter of the current year, the Sultanate’s PPI increased by a marginal 1.0 per cent in the second quarter, the NCSI bulletin said. — ONA

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MARKET M A N U FA C T U R I N G G A I N

Operating proﬁt of Berkshire increases 6.6%

MIXED TREND: Saudi Arabia stock market enjoyed its longest winning streak in more than two years. Dubai (4.1 per cent) and Abu Dhabi (3.9 per cent) indices witnessed

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Gulf stock markets witness mixed trend in October Kuwait weighted index slightly rose by 0.6%, Saudi’s TASI index rose 6.9%, followed by Egypt (5.5%) and Morocco (5.2%) last month, says Markaz report

Times News Service MUSCAT: Markaz report stated that Mena bourses had a mixed October. While Kuwait weighted index slightly rose by 0.6 per cent, Saudi’s TASI index rose 6.9 per cent, followed by Egypt (5.5 per cent) and Morocco (5.2 per cent). On the other end of the spectrum, Oman (4.3 per cent), Dubai (4.1 per cent) and Abu Dhabi (3.9 per cent) indices witnessed fall. Kuwait Financial Centre ‘Markaz’ recently released its Monthly Market Research report. In this report, Markaz examines and analyses the performance of equity markets in the Mena re-

gion as well as the global equity markets for the month of October. Saudi Arabian enjoyed their longest winning streak in more than two years, on the back of investor optimism and improving outlook for the kingdom’s banks. Saudi sold the largest international sovereign bond ($17.5 billion) in emerging-market history, which would improve liquidity boost payments to contractors thereby help improve expectations regarding non-performing loans. Egyptian markets were buoyed by the possibility of a $12 billion loan approval from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Speculation continues to mount

that the central bank would devalue the currency, as the black market and official rate diverged to a record discrepancy. The country’s currency had been tumbling almost daily on the black market since Saudi Arabia halted petroleum aid to Egypt this month, forcing it to spend $500 million for oil products on the spot market. The report added that selling pressure created by Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) led to the fall in the Muscat index, while sharp fall seen in the Dubai index was attributed to proﬁt booking, due to volatility in the international commodities and currency market. In terms of valuation, P/E of Morocco (18x), Qatar (14.3x) and Jordan (14.2x) markets were the premium markets in the MENA region, while the markets of Egypt (8.5x), Dubai (8.8x), and Oman (9.3x) were the discount markets. Blue chips also had a mixed month, with National Commercial Bank (Saudi Arabia) and Zain (Kuwait) ending the month at the top of the pile, gaining 33.5 per cent and 16.4 per cent, respectively. Kuwait Projects lagged behind the rest of the blue chips, falling by

10 per cent, despite an 8 per cent year-on-year rise in nine-month net profit. Although third quarter profit fell by 1.6 per cent, shares of NCB were buoyed by the expected easing of liquidity, as the kingdom issued international bonds to tide over rising deficit. The bank cited an 18.7 per cent jump in total operating expenses, caused by higher impairments on financings and investments for the fall in net profit. Zain Kuwait’s number of subscribers increased to 2.9 million for the nine months to September 30, in a very challenging period that witnessed intense price competition. The company also reported a better than expected 12 per cent rise in third-quarter profit. Qatari telecom operator Ooredoo reported a 51 per cent fall in third-quarter net profit, as the earnings continued to be affected by foreign exchange losses and plunging earnings from Iraq, although a strong domestic performance has helped mitigate the impact. Emaar Properties reported a 31 per cent jump in third-quarter profit, as rising property sales

overcame the wider real estate market malaise. Saudi Arabia raised $17.5 billion in the biggest ever bond sale from an emerging-market nation, as the kingdom sought to shore up finances battered by the slide in oil. The government supposedly sold dollar-denominated bonds due in five years yielding 135 basis points more than similar-maturity US Treasuries, 10-year notes at a spread of 165 basis points and 30year securities at 210 basis points. The kingdom raised $5.5 billion in each of the five- and 10-year bonds, and $6.5 billion in 30-year debt. In a bid to improve foreign investment in capital markets and bring the Saudi stock market into the global investing mainstream, the nation’s 175 listed companies are now required by the Capital Markets Authority to adopt the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) from Jan 2017.

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SEATTLE: Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway said thirdquarter operating profit rose 6.6 per cent on contributions from newly acquired manufacturing businesses. Operating earnings, which exclude some investment results, climbed to $4.85 billion, or $2,951 a share, from $4.55 billion, or $2,769, a year earlier, according to a statement Friday from the Omaha, Nebraska-based company. That missed the average $3,058-ashare estimate of three analysts surveyed. Net income fell 24 per cent from a year earlier when Buffett booked a large gain on an investment in Kraft Heinz. Warren Buffett, 86, has long told shareholders that they should focus on the underlying earnings of Berkshire’s operating businesses, rather than one-time gains or losses on securities. Since the beginning of the year, he’s added to his company’s stable of subsidiaries, completing deals for battery-maker Duracell and Precision Castparts, a global supplier to the aerospace industry. “I view these results as OK — not terrible — given all the headwinds that are out there,” said Cathy Seifert, an equity analyst at CFRA Research who has a “hold” rating on the shares. Struggling businesses Several of Berkshire’s large businesses struggled in the third quarter, however. The insurance group reported that underwriting profit slipped 34 per cent to $272 million as results worsened at the company’s namesake reinsurance business and auto insurer Geico. Income from Berkshire’s railroad, BNSF, fell about 12 per cent to $1.02 billion on reduced demand for coal and petroleum products. Railroads have relied on price increases, as opposed to volume gains, to boost profits over the past decade. That may be coming to an end. Union Pacific, which competes against BNSF in the western United States, said last month that its pricing power had eroded with a decline in freight demand. Profit from the manufacturing, service and retail segment rose 45 per cent to $1.7 billion because of the addition of Precision Castparts and Duracell. Aggregate earnings for the rest of the businesses in the group fell, Berkshire said in a regulatory filing. - Bloomberg News

G L O B A L AV I AT I O N

Middle East airlines’ passenger traffic grows 11.5% in September Times News Service MUSCAT: Middle Eastern airlines’ passenger demand increased 11.5 per cent in September compared to a year ago, which was the largest increase among regions, according to International Air Transport Association (IATA) report. On the other hand, global passenger traffic results for September showed that demand (measured in revenue passenger kilometers, or RPKs) grew 7 per cent compared to the same month in 2015. This was the strongest year-over-year increase in seven months, said IATA in a note. Growth in domestic trafﬁc slightly outpaced growth in international traffic. “September’s growth in passenger demand was healthy. Importantly, this rebound from August weakness suggests that travel demand is showing its resilience in the aftermath of terror attacks. We must, of course, be ever-alert to the ongoing terror threat,” said Alexandre de Juniac, IATA director general and chief executive officer. “And overall the industry is still vulnerable to being buffeted by ris-

ing geopolitical tensions, protectionist political agendas, and weak economic fundamentals. This will still be a good year for the airline industry’s performance, but our proﬁtability will continue to be hard-won,” he added. International RPKs climbed 6.9 per cent with airlines in all regions recording growth compared to 2015. Total capacity climbed 7.2 per cent, causing load factor to slide 0.2 percentage points to 80.4 per cent. European carriers saw September demand rise 5.2 per cent over September 2015. Capacity rose 5.7 per cent and load factor slipped 0.4 percentage points to 84.8 per cent, which was the highest among regions. Demand growth seems to be returning to normal after the disruption caused by terrorism and political instability. Asia-Paciﬁc airlines’ traffic rose 8.6 per cent in September compared to the year-ago period, although there are still signs of Asian travellers being put off by terrorism in Europe. Capacity increased 7.7 per cent, and load factor rose 0.7 percentage points to

77.9 per cent. North American airlines experienced a 3.3 per cent rise in demand. While the upward trend in international traffic has eased of late, seasonally-adjusted passenger volumes have risen at an annualised rate of 6 per cent since March. Capacity rose 4.2 per cent and load factor fell 0.7 percentage points to 81.5 per cent. Latin American airlines’ September traffic rose 7.1 per cent compared to the same month last

year, aided by strong demand on international routes within the region. Capacity climbed just 2.4 per cent and load factor surged 3.6 percentage points to 83.7 per cent, second highest among regions. African airlines posted an 8 per cent rise in traffic which was matched by an equivalent rise in capacity. Load factor was almost ﬂat at 72 per cent. The strong demand increase largely reﬂected favorable year-ago comparisons, as economic conditions in much of

the continent remain challenging. Domestic demand climbed 7.2 per cent in September compared to September 2015, which was up from the 4.1 per cent year-on-year growth recorded in August. India and China continued to experience double-digit annual traffic increases while elsewhere, results were decidedly mixed. All markets except Australia registered all-time highs in September load factors. The United States domestic

traffic resumed its healthy growth after a slowdown in July and August, rising 4.6 per cent in September year-over-year. Japan’s domestic traffic slid 0.7 per cent in September against a backdrop of weak consumer spending. October saw the global aviation industry take a major step ahead to ensure that its growth is sustainable. “The nations of the world came together through the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) to agree a plan to offset the environmental impact generated by future air traffic growth. In taking this unprecedented step toward achieving long-term sustainability for an entire industrial sector, governments recognised the immense contribution aviation makes to economic development and global well-being,” said de Juniac. “In conjunction with our investments in more efficient technologies, infrastructure and operations, this will ensure that aviation can continue to be the business of freedom, connecting our world with safe, efficient, reliable and sustainable air transport,” he added.

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MARKET Oman’s share index declines in October

TA X S T R U C T U R E

The main index closed at the end of October trading at 5,481 points, down IMPLEMENTATION: The value added tax agreement will be signed

by 244 points. The

next week or after, but the implementation will start in 2018 as implementation is linked to having a local law in Oman. - File photo

highest decline

Taxation system in the Sultanate to be amended MUSCAT: Oman’s taxation system in general will be amended including the tax rates that will be levied on companies during the coming period, the secretary general of taxation, Ministry of Finance said. Saud bin Nasser Al Shukaili, Secretary General of Taxation, Ministry of Finance said that the Ministry has submitted an amended rate to Majlis Al Shura and State Council for consideration by the Council of Oman. A recommendation about this rate has been raised and it will be declared when the necessary legislations are promulgated, he added. In response to a question about the value added value tax, Al Shukaili said that levying this tax is the outcome of joint efforts between the Sultanate and other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. The tax will be implemented when consensus is reached among the GCC states on the date of starting the implementation, he added. He also further said that the value added tax agreement will be

signed next week or after, but the implementation will start in 2018 as implementation is linked to having a local law in the Sultanate of Oman. Draft law ready The draft law has been prepared and will be submitted to the legislative authorities for revision. He also noted that there will be selective price on some commodities, such as those harmful to health, such as alcohol, tobacco, ham, fuzzy drinks and energy drinks. The tax will be approved next week and will be implemented starting from 2017. He said that the revenues from corporate income tax have seen a remarkable increase. He attributed this increase to the increase in the economic activity of the Sultanate and the increase in the number of companies, foreign investments and businesses by these companies. Moreover, some companies have started paying income tax after the expiry of the 10-year exemption period. — ONA

recorded during the current year after losing 226 points in January 2016

MUSCAT: Oman’s benchmark MSM Index dropped by 4.2 per cent during October 2016 with an increase in investors who did not interact much with the ﬁnancial results for the third quarter of 2016, which showed a good improvement in general. The main index closed at the end of October trading at 5,481 points, down by 244 points. The highest decline recorded during the current year after losing 226 points in January 2016. Muscat Securities Market (MSM) and most of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and international stock exchanges were affected by oil prices, which exceeded the level of $50 a barrel early October, but declined thereafter below $48 a barrel, weighing on investor sentiment. During this year, the index recorded a decline in six months (January, May, June, August, September and October). It lost during those months most of the gains it had made in other months, especially when it rose in April by more than 475 points, as recorded

and international stock exchanges were affected by oil prices which exceeded the level of $50 a barrel early October. – Times ﬁle photo

in February, up to 215 points. Despite its falling to 5,481 points at the end of October, the main index is still up 75 points from its level at the end of last year. Trading volume Trading volume recorded last month its best level since last May. It jumped to OMR77.5 million, compared to OMR54.4 million in September. Bank Muscat and HSBC Oman accounted for about 30 per cent of trading volume, including OMR12.7 million SIXTH EDITION

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Commerce ministry’s efforts improve ranking of Sultanate Times News Service MUSCAT: Ministry of Commerce and Industry’s (MoCI) efforts in developing Oman’s businesses environment in a productive way, by following up on various plans and policies to build a more powerful and sustainable economy have enhanced the Sultanate’s ranking in the World Bank’s annual report ‘Doing Business 2017-Equal Opportunity For All’.. The World Bank report evaluates and analyses the ease of doing business and annual variations in rankings across 190 countries, by measuring country-speciﬁc regulations that enhance or constrain business activities and presenting quantitative indicators. In an earlier announcement, Dr Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidi, the minister of commerce and industry, said that the Sultanate’s World Bank report with respect to ease of doing business has improved by three places, from last year’s rank of 69 to 66 in 2016. The Sultanate also jumped 127 places claiming the pole position among Arab economies, even as it ranks 32nd globally in Business Start-Up index in the same report. “The enhanced ranking for the Sultanate is an appreciation of the various efforts by the ministry and the government to improve the business environment in the Sul-

IMPACT OF CRUDE OIL PRICE: Muscat Securities Market and most of the Gulf Cooperation Council

such as the procedures, time, cost, and minimum capital required to start a limited corporation, among others. The Sultanate has made it easy for business start-ups by removing certain restrictions including the one on minimum capital requirements, he added.

Dr Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidi, the minister of commerce and industry. – File photo

tanate, in particular the Ministry’s integrated project ‘Invest Easy’ that aims to facilitate comprehensive economic development of the nation,” said Dr Sunaidi, “ “It is worth mentioning that steps such as repeal of capital proof when registering ﬁrms, cancellation of articles 5 and 11 in the Commercial Agencies Act, and simplifying the procedures of registering commercial entities by providing 76 electronic services through “Invest Easy” portal have been well received by investors, and helped signiﬁcantly in improving rankings,” he added. Business Start-up Index is determined by assessing factors

Border trade index The Sultanate also achieved fourth ranking in border trade index, as a result of the ministry’s concerted efforts at easing complication and cost of procedures, and reducing time and effort involved in exports and imports. The ranking improved mainly because of the developments and improvements in e-transactions and processing of export documents, after the Sultanate established the electronic registration portal that considerably eased export processing, Dr Sunaidi said, giving the major credit to the Royal Oman Police represented by the Directorate General of Customs (Bayan System) in achieving the elevated ranking in the World Bank Report. It may be noted that “Invest Easy” project facilitates the business sector by providing a whole range of services and advantages under a single portal that acts as a comprehensive source of data related to commercial activities.

Home Show next month MUSCAT: Sixth edition of the Home Show will start on December 5 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. The four-day exhibition will be organised by the Global Exhibitions and Conferences (GEC). As many as 100 leading companies and commercial brands will take part in the show. From kitchens and bathrooms to bedrooms and basements, ﬁxtures and ﬁttings to gardens and gadgets, The Home Show will showcase the latest products, services and innovations in home renovation and new home building The show provides a business opportunity. - ONA

for Bank Muscat and OMR10.1 million for HSBC Oman. During October, the share’s price of 13 companies rose, 47 companies dropped, and 20 companies maintained their previous levels. Takaful Oman Insurance topped the gainers, up by 25 per cent to close by the end of the month at 160 baisas, compared to 128 baisas at the previous close. The shares of HSBC Oman rose to 112 baisas, up about 11 per cent from the previous close, which was at 101 baisas.

The shares of International Financial Investments rose to 177 baisas, up by 7.2 per cent. The shares of Al Anwar Ceramic Tiles fell by 24.2 per cent to 153 baisas. Bank Sohar fell from 171 baisas to 140 baisas, down by 18.1 per cent. — ONA

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outh Korea’s shipbuilding industry home to the world’s top three manufacturers - has eliminated more than 20,000 jobs this year. They may not even be halfway through. Hyundai Heavy Industries Co., Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co. and Samsung Heavy Industries Co. are among builders that have sent workers home and the industry could lose as many as 40,000 more positions by the end of this year, the Korea Labour Institute estimated. The sector employed 163,000 people at the end of June, down from 183,000 at the end of December, according to the Korea Offshore & Shipbuilding Association. The “Big Three” yards have lost a combined 6.6 trillion won ($5.8 billion) in the last six quarters amid delivery delays and a plunge in demand for new vessels and shipping platforms used for drilling oil in deep sea. Once South Korea’s biggest export, shipbuilding has now slipped down the ranks of the top 10, prompting a state-led support package. “If things do not start to turn around next year, we could be on a long and painful path,” said Hong Sung-in, a researcher at the Korea Institute for Industrial Economics & Trade in Sejong, South Korea. Keppel, Sembcorp Shipbuilders and oil-rig makers like Singaporebased Keppel Corp. and Sembcorp Marine Ltd. have eliminated thousands of workers in the past two years amid weak demand for equipment to explore and transport oil. Keppel said last week that it slashed 8,000 jobs at its offshore and marine business in the nine months through September, while Sembcorp said it scrapped several well, without elaborating. Companies in the oil and natural gas sector have cut more than 350,000 jobs since crude prices started to fall in 2014 and explorers reduced hundreds of billions of dollars in investment to weather the rout. Hyundai Heavy is the only shipyard among the trio that made a proﬁt in the ﬁrst half. It has re-

duced about 1,500 jobs during the period. Nothing further has been decided, according to a company spokeswoman. Samsung Heavy also cut about 1,500 jobs and is seeking to raise more than 1 trillion won by selling 159.1 million new shares next month. The company is executing a restructuring plan that includes reducing its headcount by as much as 40 percent by 2018, a spokesman said. Daewoo Shipbuilding, which reported its biggest annual loss in 2015 after missing delivery schedules of offshore projects, is looking at reducing its headcount by about 1,000 workers through a voluntary retirement programme by the end of 2016 and another 2,000 by transferring operations that support the company’s main business into a separate company. Daewoo may consider further job cuts if the slump in order continues, a company spokesman said. Revamp plans Daewoo Shipbuilding shares have declined about 12 percent this year before trading was halted in July, compared with a 3 percent gain in the benchmark Kospi index. The three shipyards submitted separate restructuring plans to their creditors earlier this year that may help them raise a combined 8.41 trillion won. The steps include selling some of their non-core assets, temporarily shut idle yards and cutting jobs. Most of the job cuts are at the subcontractors, said Bae Kiu-sik, a senior researcher at Korea Labour Institute. After reaching a record 204,000 workers in 2014, of which almost 70 percent were subcontractors, the number of jobs has fallen every year, according to the Korea Offshore & Shipbuilding Association. The Big Three directly employed 51,353 people at the end of June. “The restructuring measures should help shipyards ride the rough waves next year should orders remain weak,” said Lee Jae-won, an analyst at Yuanta Securities Korea in Seoul. “We should start seeing demand come back in 2018, though it won’t be back to peak levels.” — Bloomberg News

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WORLD ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP

Toyota Gazoo Racing earns 1st victory at WEC

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Mercedes supports Oman School League This new partnership will look to discover Oman’s next generation of football stars from over 5,000 participating

MUSCAT: Toyota Gazoo Racing embodies Toyota’s commitment to overcoming every limit to make ‘ever-better’ cars. Over the years, Toyota has been participating in many different forms of motorsport, including Formula One, the World Endurance Championship (WEC) and the Nürburgring 24 hours endurance race. These activities were conducted by separate entities within the company, such as ‘Toyota Racing’, ‘Lexus Racing’ and ‘Gazoo Racing’. Toyota Gazoo Racing earned its ﬁrst victory of the season on home ground in an epic 6 hours of Fuji, the seventh round of the 2016 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC+), says a press release. In front of an enthusiastic Japanese crowd, all three LMP1 manufacturers showed near identical pace, but the TS050 Toyota Hybrid #6 of Stéphane Sarrazin, Mike Conway and Kamui Kobayashi came out on top after an enthralling battle. Anthony Davidson, Sébastien Buemi and Kazuki Nakajima recorded their best result of the season with fourth, within a minute of the winning sister car, TS050 Toyota Hybrid #5. Takayuki Yoshitsugu, chief representative, Middle East and North Africa Representative Ofﬁce, Toyota Motor Corporation, said, “This is a fantastic result for the team, and the fact that this triumph has come on our home ground makes it all the more special. Participation in motorsport

events holds signiﬁcant longterm business value for Toyota as we always seek to use insights and experiences gained from the track to build ever-better cars for our customers. "Our fans have been amazing all through the season and I take this opportunity to thank them for their encouragement, and we look forward to their continued support in the season’s remaining two races in Shanghai and Manama.” Toyota Gazoo Racing will return to action next month with the penultimate race of the 2016 season, the 6 Hours of Shanghai today. According to Kiichiro Toyoda, founder, Toyota Motor Corporation, “Motorsport is more than just entertainment. It is vital to the development of the Japanese car industry. Just as athletes test their capabilities by competing with all their strength in the Olympics, car makers use motorsport as an opportunity to push a vehicle’s performance to the limits and compete for supremacy, enabling them to discover new ways of advancing automotive technology. It is not just about researching cars – machines must work in harmony with people to bring out their true capabilities. Just like the wheels of a car, motorsport and Japan’s car industry can only move forward together.” In Oman, the nationwide parts and service network of Saud Bahwan Automotive supports Toyota’s outstanding product quality.

students across the country

MUSCAT: Mercedes-Benz Oman has become the exclusive automotive sponsor of the Oman School League, the ﬁrst official football league for all public and private schools in the Sultanate. Stemming from the global automobile manufacturer’s longstanding commitment to youth empowerment and development, this new partnership will look to discover Oman’s next generation of football stars from over 5,000 participating students across the

country, says a press release. “Mercedes-Benz Oman is delighted to sponsor the Oman School League, a fantastic and inspiring initiative that will beneﬁt young people across the Sultanate. In doing so, we are proud to play our part not just in the future of football in Oman, but in the development and success of its talented youth,” commented Lawrence Good, CEO - MercedesBenz Oman. Organised by the Oman School Sports Association in collaboration with the Ministry of Educa-

tion and Al Swayni Sports Services, the Oman School League aims to develop the football talents of young players between the ages of 15 and 18 years and establish an effective career development programme sport talents. The league which started on October 30 will run a nation-wide tournament involving 250 schools from across the Sultanate in addition to conducting workshops and matches that will offer players the exposure, training and education needed for them to develop their talents and nurture their passion for football.

Lawrence added, “Our philosophy is ‘The Best or Nothing’ and we believe the Oman School League will bring out ‘the best’ in all the young people who take part. We are eager to see how their football skills progress and the contribution this will undoubtedly make to the standard of football in the Sultanate’s schools and beyond. But also, and importantly, we look forward to seeing the other lessons they will learn as they train, practice and compete together, the importance of preparation, strategy, discipline, respect, and teamwork. Mastery of these qualities is something we admire and adopt at Mercedes-Benz.” Amin Saad (Al Swayni) BaitSaleem, Oman School League CEO said, We are very proud to have an association with an international brand such as Mercede-Benz and we value Mercedes-Benz history of supporting corporate social responsibility initiatives around the world. We look forward to a long term corporation that will reward all participating students and add value to this national project. We would like to express our gratitude to Mercedes-Benz Oman for proactively taking part in sponsoring Oman School Football League.”

QUICK SERVICE

OTE introduces 1-hour maintenance for Chevrolet MUSCAT: The state-of-theart Chevrolet Service facility at Ghala has recently announced its convenient ‘1 hour maintenance’ for scheduled maintenance jobs which is available through prebooked appointments. Chevrolet scheduled maintenance programme offers competitive and transparent pricing for all scheduled maintenance service jobs after every 10,000km, says a press release. Customers can now book service appointments for ‘1 hour maintenance’ up to two days in advance through 800-50002 (toll-

SPECIAL OCCASION

Chevrolet scheduled maintenance programme offers competitive and transparent pricing for all scheduled maintenance service jobs after every 10,000km

free) or by visiting www.chevrolet. oteautos.com. After dropping their car for scheduled maintenance, customers can relax in the Café Lounge and take back their car in

an hour, without the hassle of visiting the service facility twice for dropping and collecting their cars. The well-appointed lounge offers comfortable space to sit back

and relax in a contemporary ambience. Located on the ﬁrst ﬂoor of the new Ghala service facility, it is equipped with a host of complementary facilities including WIFI, reading material, choice of beverage as well as children’s play area, etc. An exclusive ladies area is also available within the lounge. The Chevrolet Service Centre at Ghala is operational from Sunday to Thursday between 7.30am and 7.30pm and on Saturdays between 8am and 5.30pm; lunch break is scheduled from 1pm to 2pm every day. OTE Group is the exclusive distributor for Chevrolet in Oman.

AWA R E N E S S M A R C H

Bank Sohar participates in Cancer Awareness Walkathon

Al Hashar celebrates Women's Day MUSCAT: One of the leading corporates with over four decades of experience in diversified business in the Sultanate, Al Hashar Group hosted the annual Omani Women’s Day celebration at their head office in Azaiba. The ceremony included the exchange of flowers, flags and sweets, an occasion marked to the inspiring contribution from its dynamic and talented female staff. Every year on October 17, the Sultanate celebrates the Omani Women’s Day ever since His Majesty’s declaration of the day during the Women’s Symposium in 2009. It embodies the attention of His

Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said towards women and shows the appreciation of His Majesty for their contribution to nation-building. Commenting on the signiﬁcance of the day, Khazina Al Balushi, one of the oldest female staff and serving the company for over 20 years stated, "We thank His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said, may God protect him, for his attention, care and appreciation for women in Omani society. This day is a motivation for all in building and serving the nation in various economic and social ﬁelds to accelerate the development in the Sultanate." A senior Human Resources

spokesperson commented, "Al Hashar Group always seeks to provide greater employment opportunities for Omani nationals. We are proud of the contribution, the talent and the skills of Omani women who have achieved success in various departments and disciplines from HR to sale of light vehicles, trucks, construction equipment and spare parts to marketing, ﬁnance, customer service and other sections. We organised this ceremony to celebrate the joyous Omani Women's Day as a message of thanks and encouragement to female associates in the work environment."

MUSCAT: As part of its commitment towards supporting local health and awareness initiatives, Bank Sohar staff and their family members, recently participated in the 13th Annual Cancer Awareness Walkathon, organised by the Oman Cancer Association (OCA) at the Qurum National Park. The walk was aimed at spreading awareness on breast cancer. The walk is held annually as part of the global Breast Cancer Awareness month and witnesses the attendance of a large number of volunteers, who gather to show their support to the campaign, says a press release. Commenting on being a part of this annual event, Munira Abdulnabi Macki, GM of HR and Corporate Support at Bank Sohar said, “This Annual Cancer Awareness Walkathon has a far deeper signiﬁcance than being a simple fund raising or awareness campaign. It is a display of hope and support to breast cancer patients and their families, showing them that they are not in the ﬁght alone. Furthermore, cancer is a disease that has affected us all in some form or another, either directly or indirectly, and helping support those currently affected by

it and doing their part in the ﬁght is something that our staff are very passionate about. As a result, we are honoured to join the local communities we serve in showing our support.” The bank, in addition to actively engaging in supporting health initiatives, also continues to seek ways in which to actively involve itself with the public in a meaningful way. In line with this objective, the bank actively participates in the events such as the Annual Can-

cer Awareness Walkathon, which it has done continually during the past years, with the objective of showing its support, building awareness, and highlighting the need for early detection, while at the same time promoting overall health and wellness. In addition to its participation in the walkathon, the bank also made donations to Muscat and Al Dakhiliyah branches of the OCA earlier in the year. This marks the eight year of consecutive support from the bank to OCA.

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ROUND-UP Infiniti QX60 impresses Oman with its powerful elegance and craftsmanship While it impresses auto enthusiasts with its array of features, Inﬁniti QX60’s intelligent technology, advanced performance, and leading-edge craftsmanship has brought it new fans too

MUSCAT: The seven-passenger Infiniti QX60, which offers luxury and function, has been impressing customers in Oman for its exterior styling, sophisticated interior, enhanced dynamic performance and an improved list of available safety, security and driving aids technologies. A spokesperson for Infiniti Oman said, “The popular Infiniti QX60 stands out in the premium crossover segment in the Sultanate, surpassing in the areas that luxury crossover buyers desire the most.” While it impresses auto enthusiasts with its array of features, Infiniti QX60’s intelligent technology, advanced performance, and leading-edge craftsmanship has brought it new fans too, says a press release. Infiniti QX60’s innovative de-

sign gives it both luxurious versatility and visual appeal, besides its improved interior design with suite of assistive and intuitive technologies provide versatility precisely tailored to the needs of every guest. Furthermore, the state-of-the-art Infiniti QX60 is completely redesigned from the exterior and also boasts a host of new features and technologies that enhance comfort, convenience and safety. “Featuring superior interior and exterior design with a collection of assistive and in-built technologies, the new Infiniti QX60 which is a fantastic three-row luxury crossover stays ahead of the curve by bringing a unique offering to the segment,”the spokesperson added. The redesigned double-arch grille at the front is flanked by

standard-fit bi-xenon headlamps. There is greater use of LED lighting, including new LED Daytime Running Lights as well as front fog lamps which feature LED lighting and chrome finishers. It also features the signature brand design cues such as double-wave bonnet, and crescent-cut D-pillar.On the interior, Infiniti QX60 offers the signature driver-oriented cockpit, highlighted by thin chrome accents as well as an upper instrument panel has been wrapped in soft-touch material with contrast stitching. Infiniti’s QX60 continues to deliver in spades on the technology front. Added to the Infiniti QX60 is Forward Emergency Braking (FEB) with Pedestrian Detection. When combined with the already

existing industry first features like predictive forward collision warning, backup collision intervention and around view monitor, it makes for one of the safest seven seat crossovers in its segment from a technology perspective. Infiniti QX60 new suspension components and settings combine to deliver superior levels of both comfort and agility, while a revised steering system delivers greater feedback for a more rewarding drive. Featuring Intelligent allwheel drive, the QX60 is offered with a powerful and efficient 3.5-litre V6 gasoline engine. Lavishly enriched, the versatile and new Infiniti QX60 emphasises comfort and utility. Exceeding segment expectations by providing

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flexible and accessible seating for up to seven, the premium crossover delivers superior standards of comfort and luxury. Presenting high-class design, driving dynamics and best-inclass levels of interior luxury and convenience, the exterior of the QX60 reflects Infiniti’s design-led approach to product development, and a desire to craft vehicle forms which combine power and confi-

dent artistry through taut, muscular shapes and flowing lines. Striking with its powerful elegance and craftsmanship, the QX60 has become an important part of Infiniti’s growth strategy. SBA is largely committed to supporting Infiniti Oman’s growth in the Sultanate through major emphasis on customer satisfaction and by providing world-class after-sales services in Oman.

F R E Q U E N T F LY E R P R O G R A M M E

Shell Oman, GUtech ink Eco-marathon pact MUSCAT: Shell Oman and German University of Technology (GUtech) signed a contribution agreement to support students from GUtech’s College of Engineering who will participate in Shell Eco-marathon Asia, scheduled to take place in Singapore, in early 2017. Professor Dr Michael Modigell, rector of GUtech, signed the agreement with Chris Breeze, country chairman of Shell in Oman, and Mohammed Mahmood Al Balushi, CEO of Shell Oman Marketing Company, says a press release. Students from the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering of the College of Engineering at GUTech successfully participated in the 2015 and 2016

Shell Eco-marathon competitions that were held in Manila, Philippines with prototypes of fuel efficient vehicles. Dr Modigell stated, “We are very

pleased to sign the agreement with Shell for the third year. At GUtech we teach engineering theories and their applications to our students. I believe the Shell Eco-marathon

is a great experience for their learning progress and their future professional career. I believe it is a great way of increasing the students’ team spirit and applying their engineering knowledge in reality. They also have to deal with the project management, including ﬁnances, sponsoring, and transportation and so on.” Al Balushi commented, “Shell Eco-marathon is an opportunity for the youth in Oman to engage in the global dialogue on sustainable mobility and energy challenges facing the world. It is a rewarding experience to witness their talents and enthusiasm displayed as they work together designing and building their own cars that end up competing in this global platform.”

‘ T W O S E AT S , O N E G R E AT ’ O F F E R

Qatar Airways new companion offer valid till tomorrow MUSCAT: Qatar Airways is inviting travellers to plan the perfect trip for two with an exclusive companion offer available on board Qatar Airways’ acclaimed ﬁrst and business class cabins. Until tomorrow couples, friends and families can take advantage of ‘Two seats, one great’ offer to more than 150 places across the globe, for travel be-

tween November 15 and June 15. Plus, during the promotion period, members of Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme; Privilege Club, can earn double Qmiles on each booking, says a press release. Travellers can book First Class across the Gulf region, and Business Class globally for two people ﬂying from Muscat to Bangkok (from OMR938), London (from

OMR1,178), Maldives (from OMR658) and New York (from OMR1,718). To book, travellers should visit www.qatarairways. com/om or a travel agent. Dr Hugh Dunleavy, chief commercial officer - Qatar Airways said, “In the lead up to the busy holiday season, when everyone has travel and family on their mind, Qatar Airways’ ‘Two seats,

one great’ offer is a unique chance to treat a loved one to true luxury on board the world’s best business class. We believe that travelling is more than just a journey from A to B, it is an experience and one that is best shared. This unique offer is designed for our passengers to explore the world together while making memories they will cherish forever.”

Oman Air welcomes its 500,000th Sindbad programme member MUSCAT: Oman Air welcomed its 500,000th member to Sindbad frequent flyer programme. In a ceremony held recently, the Sindbad team welcomed the latest member, Fakhria Khamis Al Ajami, the renowned first Omani actress, at Oman Air’s head office. Al Ajami received a complimentary Gold Tier membership of Sindbad, which gives access to exclusive benefits such as extra baggage allowance, business class lounge access for the member and a guest, in-flight duty free discount, priority check in, bonus Sindbad miles and more, says a press release. Paul Gregorowitsch, chief executive officer, Oman Air commented, “We are delighted to have reached 500,000 members. Celebrating this milestone is a

great achievement for us and is a reflection of the airline’s commitment to service to rewarding and forming genuine connections with our customers.” Named ‘Sindbad’ after the legendary sailor who is thought to be from Oman, Oman Air’s frequent flyer programme’ is synonymous with travel, benefits, and excitement, and reflects the heritage and pioneering spirit of its namesake. The programme has members throughout the airline’s international network, who are able to progress through its three tiers – Gold, Silver and Blue. Every member enjoys access to a wide range of privileges and special offers. The launch of Junior Sindbad Flyer earlier this year was another of Sindbad’s proudest milestones.

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Legacy of Sobha Group: An inspiring journey from the Sultanate to UAE Sobha Group is an organisation where quality meets excellence, technology meets aesthetics and passion meets perfection

DUBAI: Sobha Group is a multinational, multiproduct group with developments and investments in UAE, Sultanate of Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Brunei and India. Established in 1976 by a ﬁrst generation Omani entrepreneur, P. N. C. Menon as an interior decoration ﬁrm under the name of Services and Trade Company in Muscat, Oman, the group has grown into one of the most respected names in all the countries in which it has established businesses, says a press release. Menon, founder and chairman of Sobha Group started his business in Muscat in 1976 with $7 in his pocket after a chance meeting with Captain Sulaiman Adawi, an Omani army officer, in a hotel lobby in Kochi, Kerala. Within 45 days, he was in Oman, looking for business and upon landing in Oman, he and his partner bor-

rowed OMR3,000 to start a small street-side furniture and interiors business under the name of Service and Trade Co. Initially, it was a ‘briefcase business’ — trying to ﬁx small things, maintenance, etc. — and then it developed into an interiors outﬁt. By 1984, the company began to get big contracts, driven mostly by word of mouth due to its quality of work. Soon after he received a call to work for the Sultan’s office in Muscat, to work on a palace. The rest is history. His company then went on to work for the royalty of Oman, Bahrain, Qatar and the president of Tajikistan. He spent the most glorious part of his career designing and developing palaces, royal facilities and mosques. The Grand Mosque in Muscat bears testimony to his work. Over the course of these eight years, he developed a strong bond with Oman, a country which provided him with a strong foundation and ‘backbone’ that has enabled him to achieve greater success in the years ahead. In 1995, he and his family were granted Omani citizenship. This recognition symbolises Menon’s strong and lifelong connection with the Gulf. Some noteworthy projects in Oman which are a direct testimony to the quality work done by Sobha are: 1. Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque 2. Al Bustan Palace Hotel 3. VVIP Lounge, Muscat International Airport 4. Crowne Plaza 5. Lexus and Toyota showrooms Commenting on this journey Menon said, “With a legacy and

track record of over 40 years, Sobha Group’s vision is to be the most trusted and respected real estate organisation in the GCC and to continue to transform the way people perceive quality by pioneering innovative projects and exceeding customers’ expectations across core markets. Dubai offers a range of exciting projects that caters to every need and fancy of investors ranging from 149 nationalities. Sobha Hartland, surrounded by 2.4 million square feet of greenery and set along the Dubai Water Canal, enjoys the unique advantage of prime location. With Hartland Greens, Waterfront villas, and Hartland Estates – Town House community, Sobha Group continues to set a benchmark in offering world-class bespoke liv-

TUBELESS TRUCK TYRES

Vikrant Tyres focuses on safety MUSCAT: Always a patron of safe driving, Eint Automotive, a part of the WJ Towell Group, has introduced to the Oman market, tubeless truck tyres from Vikrant Tyres. A leader in the Indian tyre industry, JK Group, recently launched its ﬂagship brand, Vikrant Tyres in Oman with Eint Automotive as its sole dealers. Sharing similar customer-centric views, Eint Automotive and Vikrant Tyres, both constantly endeavour to give its customers the very best value proposition in terms of safety, reliability and price, says a press release. Holding the position of being India’s leading four wheeler tyre manufacturer, JK is also recognised as the one amongst the top 20 tyre manufacturers of the world. With a legacy that it started way back in 1977, JK has established its name and maintained a successful timeline of success stories. JK has 138 selling locations, 4,000 strong dealer network served by six plants in India and three plants in JK Tornel, Mexico. With state-of-the-art

modern production facilities in all 9 plants, it hits a total production capacity of over 20 million tyres p.a. In Oman, Vikrant Tyres have received immense appreciation from the local market. The new tubeless truck tyres by Vikrant Tyres have a strong focus on safety as its prime feature. Excellent on gravel and rough roads, tubeless tyres provide superior ﬂat protection incurring fewer ﬂats than tube tyres. Since the air leakage is slower, even in case of a puncture, it gives sufficient time to the driver to control the vehicle. Tubeless tyres are also designed to run on lower pressures. Running with lesser pressure means a smoother, more comfortable drive. Lower pressure also

boosts traction when braking or cornering because softer tyres stick to the ground better. To top it all, tubeless tryes give better fuel efficiency than tube tyres. Vikrant tyres, with its leading manufacturing facilities in India produce an extensive range of all steel bias and radial tyres for trucks and buses. “We have observed a strong demand for quality truck tyres and Vikrant’s new tubeless truck tyres have been a major success amongst ﬂeet owners. Given that Oman does have some difficult terrains at hard-to-reach work sites, these tyres have the right speciﬁcations to ease the ride, said Raj Nair, Business Unit head, Eint Automotive.

ing experience. Our belief ‘Passion at Work’ at Sobha Group is what motivates more than 3,500 Sobhaites today to become specialists in their ﬁeld.” Sobha as a brand stands and strives for benchmark quality, customer centric approach, robust engineering, in-house research, uncompromising business ethics, timeless values and transparency in all spheres of business conduct, which have all contributed to making it a brand trusted for excellence. Sobha is an organisation where quality meets excellence, technology meets aesthetics and passion meets perfection. It expanded its footprint in 2003 to Dubai, the business capital of the Middle East. Dubai’s worldclass infrastructure, sustainable economic growth and access to international talent made this an ideal location to establish Sobha Middle East, a privately held com-

pany with plans to diversify across GCC and some other regions in Asia and Europe with focus on luxury residential development, education, hospitality and furniture manufacturing. Being the foremost backward integrated company in the world is what makes Sobha Group stand apart from the rest of the real estate organisations. It means that the company has all the key competencies and in-house resources to deliver a project from conceptualisation to completion. Sobha is primarily focused on residential and contractual projects. The company’s residential projects include presidential apartments, villas, row houses, super luxury and luxury apartments, plotted developments and aspirational homes. With a reputation for unmatched construction and interiors, Sobha Group has delivered over 89.64 million square feet of both resi-

dential and commercial projects since inception. It has 71 ongoing projects with a developable area of 101 million square feet. At present there are three major projects under construction, two of which are located at prime locations in Dubai and are expected to be completed by 2020. The Sobha Hartland project was launched in 2014, which is a 4 billion dollar, mixed-use development. The resort-style luxury housing project encompasses 8 million square feet of freehold community in Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum City. Thirty per cent (2.4 million square feet) of the community is only reserved for greenery. The Meydan Sobha District One project is valued at $8 billion. It is a joint venture with Meydan Group and will develop 45 million square feet of freehold land into an exclusive destination of luxury villas and mansions surrounded by expansive green parks and lagoons within the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City. Sobha Group is also developing the Firdous Sobha scheme in agreement with the Umm Al Quwain government, a mixed-use island development that will have villas, apartments, hotels, shops and leisure facilities with a total value of around $6.8 billion. In the recent past, Sobha Group has been recognised as one of the Top Real Estate Companies in the Arab World 2016 by Forbes Middle East and also ranked 9th in the Top 50 GCC Developers Rankings 2016 by Construction Week. This only reiterates the company’s commitment to the Middle East region.

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al Mazyona momentum builds up for grand prizes Aimed at further strengthening the savings culture in Oman, momentum has started building up for the grand al Mazyona year-end bonanza

MUSCAT: Bank Muscat, the ďŹ&#x201A;agship ďŹ nancial services provider in the Sultanate, is all set to reward al Mazyona savings scheme customers with the biggest OMR1 million prizes in the year-end draw. Aimed at further strengthening the savings culture in Oman, momentum has started building up for the grand al Mazyona year-end bonanza, says a press release. The 2016 al Mazyona savings scheme offering a total prize money of OMR10 million has been rewarding and fulďŹ lling the dreams of customers with high value prizes

throughout the year, ranging from OMR1,000 a week to OMR10,000 a month and OMR100,000 every quarter besides special draws coinciding with festivals and national celebrations. Springing the biggest surprise, the focus of al Mazyona now shifts to the grand year-end prize of OMR1 million to be shared by two customers, including one asalah Priority Banking customer, who will receive OMR500,000 each. al Mazyona, the Sultanateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ&#x201A;agship savings scheme, has been successful in its objective of inculcating a strong savings culture in Oman with the series of big prizes offering fair and transparent winning chances for all segments of customers across the Sultanate. al Mazyona reaffirms the bankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision and constant efforts to fulďŹ l the aspirations and ambitions of the largest banking family in Oman with attractive weekly, monthly, quarterly, special and year-end prizes. By maintaining a minimum balance of OMR1,000, customers are eligible to win the OMR1 million grand prizes to be shared by two customers at the end of the year. For every OMR100 balance, customers get 1 chance to win â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so with OMR1,000, they get 10 chances to win. The more the sav-

ing, the better the chances to win. Abdullah Tamman Al Mashani, DGM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Institutional Sales and Product Development, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;All through the 24-year journey of al Mazyona, the core focus has been to encourage customers to sustain a strong savings culture and be rewarded with the biggest aspirational prizes. The 2016 al Mazyona scheme now offers customers a golden opportunity to save more and earn more chances to win the thumping OMR1 million prizes on offer. Savings habit Al Mashani added: â&#x20AC;&#x153;At a time when savings are most critical to ensure a secure future for individuals and families, al Mazyona plays an anchor role to encourage ďŹ nancial discipline. The objective of al Mazyona is to create a savings habit that makes a lasting difference in the well-being of families.â&#x20AC;? al Mazyona offers the biggest prize money in the savings scheme history in Oman. Bank Muscat understands customer expectations and during the past 24 years, the ďŹ&#x201A;agship savings scheme has rewarded numerous customers and enriched their lives. The scheme is targeted to accommodate all segments, including ladies, youth, children and

high saving customers, thereby strengthening prudent savings habit among citizens who will be responsible for the future development of Oman. al Mazyona continues to reďŹ&#x201A;ect innovative customer segmentation based on two principles - region and demographics â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ensuring higher winning chances to all customers across the Sultanate. al Mazyona is the only savings scheme to recognise and reward loyalty for customers based on their association with the bank. For example, if a customer has been saving for 5 years, his chances of winning get multiplied by ďŹ ve times and similarly if he has been maintaining al Mazyona savings account for 20 years, his chances get multiplied 20 times and so on. This beneďŹ t is unique only to al Mazyona savings scheme holders and no other bank offers this loyalty reward. The double-your-salary scheme is another attraction of 2016 al Mazyona savings scheme which entitles customers maintaining a salary account with the bank to win a free bonus salary month after month with no maximum cap on the salary amount. The salary prize scheme is open to all customers with a minimum monthly salary of OMR500.

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GCET signs agreement with UWE MUSCAT: Dr Tahseen RaďŹ k, the Dean of the Global College of Engineering and Technology (GCET), signed an Academic Affiliation agreement with the University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol, UK recently. The unique feature of this agreement is that it provides the Omani and expatriate students an opportunity to obtain British qualiďŹ cations awarded by UWE, by studying at the Global College of Engineering and Technology (GCET), Muscat. This will allow GCET to realise its vision by providing high quality learning opportunities governed by high international standards with local vision, says a press release. Dr Tahseen RaďŹ k, the dean of GCET said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;This agreement is considered as a signiďŹ cant step forward for higher education in the Sultanate of Oman. UWE is well known of its high employability records because its curriculum is strongly linked to the needs of the job market and its learning and teaching methods match the style

of learning of the new generation.â&#x20AC;? Professor Paul Olomolaiye, the pro vice chancellor and executive dean of the Faculty of Environment and Technology, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are delighted to embark on this exciting collaboration with GCET, which we hope will grow signiďŹ cantly in the coming years to provide a wide range of programmes across the discipline. Beyond that, we hope to see a wider collaboration that will enable future engagement in collaborative research and opportunities for staff and student

mobility that will deepen our academic relationship and enhance their careers, as well as the personal and professional development.â&#x20AC;? Professor Jane Harrington, the deputy vice chancellor and Provost, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am delighted that we signed a partnership pact with GCET. Having visited there recently, I was impressed by their values for a high quality practice based learning experience and the facilities that they have to realise this. I met with the staff and was struck by their dedication to

the student experience and I was impressed to see how keen the students were to share their experiences. They were a real credit to GCET and I have no doubt that we will learn from GCET as much as I hope they can learn from us, as we develop our partnership.â&#x20AC;? GCET is a newly established private higher education provider that is specialised in engineering and technology education and is supervised by the Ministry of Higher Education. The college currently offers the following programmes: Ä&#x160; (!Ĺ&#x2014; ÄĄ )(-Ä˘Ĺ&#x2014; & .,)(# -Ĺ&#x2014; ( Ĺ&#x2014; Telecommunications Engineering Ä&#x160; (!Ĺ&#x2014; ÄĄ )(-Ä˘Ĺ&#x2014; " (# &Ĺ&#x2014; (gineering and Vehicle Technology Ä&#x160; (!Ĺ&#x2014; ÄĄ )(-Ä˘Ĺ&#x2014; ) .1 , Ĺ&#x2014; (!#neering The college intends to expand its academic landscape to include programmes from other disciplines. The awards will be made under UWE Bristol Academic Regulations and subject to the same rigorous quality assurance procedures as those applied to programmes undertaken by its students in Bristol.

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RTI opens new office in Oman MUSCAT: Resource Tech International (RTI) successfully launched its business in Oman. International ďŹ&#x201A;eet management specialist RTI selected Oman to be its regional hub to roll out its integrated services to the defence and security industry plus government and commercial ďŹ&#x201A;eets in Oman, the Middle East, East Africa and South East Asia, says a press release. RTI already enjoys a long term agreement with the ROP and Jens Terkelsen, RTIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s managing director decided to show further commitment to Oman by establishing a LLC company using business representation specialist Bondoni. â&#x20AC;&#x153;RTI has similar businesses in UK, Pakistan, Morocco and West Africa and I am optimistic that we can deliver the same quality and range of services to Oman and other countries in the region. Our short term plan is to deliver international standards of ďŹ&#x201A;eet

management at competitive rates and to develop our team by training and employing local Omanis as mechanics and ďŹ&#x201A;eet services managers,â&#x20AC;? added Terkelsen. Feroze Iqbal, the managing director of RTI Pakistan, explained that ďŹ&#x201A;eet management is all about optimising the customerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vehicle availability, while minimising the cost of operating the ďŹ&#x201A;eet. Furthermore, Iqbal stressed that RTI is using cutting edge technology to achieve the desired results for our customers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The partnership has made an excellent start as we were established as an LLC along with offices in a matter of a few weeks. Government and private organisations are already showing a great deal of interest in the customised packages that RTI offers, ranging from armoured and defence vehicles to commercial ďŹ&#x201A;eets with a variety of size and types of vehicles,â&#x20AC;? said Charles Shaw, Bondoniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CEO.

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MUSCAT: The Diwali special assembly presented by the young budding talents of Class II of Indian School Al Seeb (ISAS), had the audience spellbound with their spectacular performance recently. A short skit on the importance of Diwali was enacted followed by a foot tapping dance blended with a melodious song. It was a treat to watch the young children dressed in traditional attire. They mesmerised the audience with

their grace and excellent synchronisation. The children spoke about the rituals associated with Diwali and its importance as well, says a press release. T. Chandravati Vishnu, the vice principal, applauded and praised the effort of the young learners and complimented the teachers and emphasised that every individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s effort in life should be to lead themselves from darkness to light and create an air of positivity around them.

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Ritthammer completes hat-trick, Smith in Road to Oman victory Ritthammer’s triumph was not quite enough to overtake Jordan Smith as Road to Oman Rankings winner but few would begrudge the Englishman his prize after a season of outstanding consistency WINNERS: Winner of the Road to Oman Rankings trophy Germany’s

MUSCAT: Bernd Ritthammer sealed a third victory of the year on a day of high drama at the European Challenge Tour’s season ﬁnale, the NBO Golf Classic Grand Final, at Almouj Golf on Saturday. The German’s triumph was not quite enough to overtake Jordan Smith as Road to Oman Rankings winner but few would begrudge the Englishman his prize after a season of outstanding consistency. With birdies and bogeys dropping simultaneously out on course, and the most competitive season in memory, the projected make-up of the top 16 was in doubt until the ﬁnal putt dropped, with France’s Joël Stalter ultimately taking the last European Tour spot at the expense of compatriot Adrien Saddier. Ritthammer had looked in total control for much of the day, moving four shots clear on the front nine, but a faltering back nine gave Jens Dantorp — for whom only a victory would suffice for graduation — a chance to pull level. Ultimately a bogey on the last derailed the Swede’s chances, and

Jordan Smith, right, of England and winner of the NBO Golf Classic Grand Final Bernd Ritthammer of Germany pictured at Almouj Golf on Saturday. – Supplied photo

Ritthammer was able to secure one final win with a regulation par on the last and a 21 under par total, much to his delight and relief. “I haven’t got used to it yet but it’s a pretty good feeling,” said the 29 year old. “I actually struggled quite a bit today, especially with my long game, but I lost a bit of confidence on the back nine. “My putting saved me out there, I was able to scramble well and made some crucial putts, and I am just so happy to have got it done – it’s important, it gives me a slightly higher ranking than I would have had without the win, which might be crucial to get into some bigger events next season. “The pressure definitely increased as the week went on. I expected it to be pretty tough today, but I started well, then a bogey on nine led to a few more mistakes, and I was feeling the pressure even more and grinding to get it done. “I knew Jens needed to win be-

cause I played with him in the last two rounds, so when I saw him climbing the leaderboard I knew what was happening for him and I feel really sorry for him because he had a great week and he would have deserved to win and to graduate. “We’ve been talking about the Rankings all week, and my group today of Ryan Fox and MatthieuPavon and me all knew we were safe, and how good it is not to be on the bubble — we were all in a good position no matter what the outcome was here. “I know it can be very intense on this ﬁnal day because I had a similar thing in the Grand Final two years ago, so I know how those guys feel and I feel sorry for everyone who just missed out, but that only means they are really close and they will make it soon. “I’m looking forward to getting some rest in the next few weeks, putting the clubs away for a while, and try to be fresh going down to

Leopard Creek in December with this confidence I will definitely be taking with me.” Dantorp’s bogey on 18 was the only blemish in a sensational seven under par 65, the low round of the day, while a similar fate befell Adrien Saddier, another on the bubble coming into the week in Muscat. The Frenchman needed to finish in third outright to earn enough points for a top 16 spot but found a greenside bunker — as did Dantorp — and failed to get up-and-down, dropping into a share of third with compatriots Julien Guerrier and Pavon, to miss out by just 732 points. Meanwhile, Smith who finished tied 17th in the tournament on eight under, was delighted to wrap up the Road to Oman Rankings title after a wonderfully consistent season which has yielded victories in the Red Sea Egyptian Challenge Presented by Hassan Allam Properties and last week’s Ras Al Khaimah, 2016 Golf Challenge along with a further six top ten finishes. “I didn’t play my best this week but I just went out there to enjoy it,” said Smith. “I had my mum, my coach and my auntie all out supporting me this week and it has been great to be able to have them here. Walking off the green it was emotional, mainly from my mum, and it was really nice to be able to have her here to when I finished. “I was over the moon to finish top of the Order of Merit on the EuroPro Tour last year, and I never would have imagined I would go on to do what I have on the Challenge Tour this season. “My aim at the start of the year was to keep my Challenge Tour card, and now I have a European Tour card, so now I can go out and play next year and have fun.” Ultimately, the 16 who occupied the European Tour spots coming into the week finished in them, with a little bit of reordering, but that did not lessen the spectacle of another thrilling conclusion to a Challenge Tour season in Muscat.

Fahad, Ali Hameed to represent Oman in King Hamad Trophy MUSCAT: While the European Challenge Tour’s top 46 players were battling it out at Almouj Golf in the NBO Golf Classic Grand Final, trying to secure a card to play on next season’s elite European Tour, another event, potentially more significant for golf in Oman, was running alongside it. A key driver in NBO’s sponsorship of Challenge Tour’s prestigious season-ending event is a desire to grow the sport of golf in Oman at grassroots level and the first steps towards began last year when an amateur tournament was organised at last year’s NBO Golf Classic Grand Final with six local players competing on the Almouj Golf Course. But in a clear sign that the game is growing in profile in the Sultanate, a hugely encouraging 42 players turned out to compete in this year’s NBO Amateur Strokeplay Championship at Ras Al Hamra Golf Club

on Thursday, with the top 12 winning through to the NBO Oman Amateur Final 2016, which took place on Friday at Almouj Golf and was won by Fahad Al Kitani. The 16-year-old shot an impressive gross 76 over the championship layout, to give him a two-round total of 159. Ali Hameed Al Saleh ﬁnished second with 162 while Oman’s most well-known amateur, Azzan Al Ruhmy took third place on 163. The top two ﬁnishers will now represent Oman in the King Hamad Trophy in Bahrain from November 24 to 26. “I’m very happy, it was really tough playing on the same course that the Challenge Tour players were playing on, we really had to put full focus into our game,” Kitani, who has set his sights on becoming a professional one day, said. “I’m looking forward to competing in the King Hamad Trophy now.”

TOP AMATEURS: Winner Fahad Al Kitani, centre, is ﬂanked by second placed Ali Hameed Al Saleh, right, and third placed Azzan Al Rumhy. – Supplied photo

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Ali Al Habsi voted player for the month MUSCAT: Omani goalkeeping legend Ali Al Habsi has been voted as Reading FC’s the October player of the month in a online poll conducted by website thetilehurstend. sbnation.com According to the website, Ali Al Habsi emerged the overwhelming winner with a whopping 89 percent votes. In an online report, the website said: “About an hour after the poll launched, we already knew who was going to win this. In fact, even before we asked you to vote, there was only one real option... Ali Al Habsi had an outstanding October, keeping two clean sheets and winning three of your Man of the Match awards — it’s only right that he’s been named your TTE Player of the Month.” The site added ‘and a landslide it was too’, picking up a whopping 89 percent of votes. It’s the biggest ever percentage taken by one player in the last four seasons, beating the previous high of 84 percent from Jamie Mackie back in March 2015. “It was a fantastic month for the Omani, who’s showing the best form of his life between the sticks for the Royals at the moment. Both clean sheets (against Rotherham and Nottingham Forest) were largely down to him making a number of key stops — he won

UNEXPECTED: Middlesbrough players celebrate during their match against Manchester City at Etihad Stadium on Saturday. – Reuters

Man City’s top spot under threat after draw with Middlesbrough City had 19 goal attempts in a dominant first half but failed to make their early dominance pay and were stunned when Martin de Roon your Man of the Match vote for both games, as well as the EFL Cup defeat to Arsenal,” it added. In any other month, Garath McCleary might have thought he had a chance of the award after finding his form and providing a number of goals and assists throughout October, but he had to settle for second and seven percent of the votes,” the report said. “For George Evans, it was perhaps the best month yet of his Royals career after impressing in midfield — he took the remaining four percent.”

headed home powerfully in the 91st minute

LONDON: Premier League leaders Manchester City were left in danger of losing top spot for the ﬁrst time all season after being held 1-1 at home by Middlesbrough on Saturday. City’s unexpected lapse left Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea with an opportunity to take over at the head of the table before the weekend is over. All seemed well for City when Sergio Aguero scored his 150th goal for the club, this one from Kevin de Bruyne’s pass, to put

them ahead just before halftime. City, who beat Barcelona in the Champions League on Tuesday, had 19 goal attempts in a dominant ﬁrst half performance but failed to make their early dominance pay and were stunned when Martin de Roon headed home powerfully in the 91st minute. City manager Pep Guardiola reﬂected ruefully afterwards: “We did absolutely everything to win the game, controlled the game and in the last minute we concede a goal. It is a pity.”

He denied, though, that his side had suffered a hangover after their thrilling triumph over Barcelona. “Not really, we started amazing and played really good in the ﬁrst half. We created six or seven chances and didn’t score,” he said. Sunderland, bottom of the table and previously the only side without a win, fought back for a shock 2-1 victory at Bournemouth. Victor Anichebe equalised Dan Gosling’s early goal for the home side and despite being under pressure with ten men after South African midﬁelder Steven Pienaar was sent off for a second yellow card, the Black Cats claimed a full three points at last with Jermain Defoe’s penalty. It was the former England striker’s sixth goal of the season. “It’s been difficult but we showed great team spirit and character,” Defoe told Sky Sports. “We got a bit of luck at the right time,” manager David Moyes, who had to watch the match from the

stands after being dismissed from the dugout at Southampton last week, added. Crystal Palace suffered a fourth successive defeat by losing 3-2 at Burnley in the last minute after fighting back from conceding two early goals. The home side scored twice in the opening quarter of an hour through Welsh international Sam Vokes and Iceland’s Johann Berg Gudmundsson. Substitute Connor Wickham pulled a goal back for the London side early in the second half and Christian Benteke equalised with a penalty. Even after Ashley Barnes put Burnley back in front in added time, Palace’s Andros Townsend hit the frame of the goal in a dramatic finish. Arsenal meet Tottenham in a London derby between two of the top five on Sunday, when Liverpool host Watford and Manchester United visit Swansea City. - Reuters

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Al Rawas to head OVA for another four years

Sheikh Badr bin Ali Al Rowas

MUSCAT: Sheikh Badr bin Ali Al Rowas will remain the chairman of the Oman Volleyball Association (OVA) for another four years. The incumbent, who was unopposed for the top post, was declared the chairman during the OVA General Assembly and the elections for the 2016-2020 term

that took place at Rotana Hotel in Al Khuwair on Saturday. Dr. Amer bin Humaid Al Tooqi and Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Said were also unchallenged for the posts of the general secretary and treasurer respectively and duely declared the winners during the general assembly.

Meanwhile, Dr. Mohammed bin Hamad Al Shuaibi (24 votes) was elected as vice-chairman along with Dr. Hamood Al Hasani (26 votes), Ali Al Masroori (24 votes), Khalifa Al Hosni (24 votes) , Khalid Al Shuhi (22 votes) and Ali Al Balushi (21 votes) as the board members. — ONA

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Anderson cleared to join England squad in India LONDON: England’s leading Test wicket-taker James Anderson will join up with the squad for the fivematch series in India after making “encouraging progress” from a shoulder injury, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said in a statement on Saturday. Anderson, who has not featured for the side since August, had been cleared to travel after passing a late fitness test on Friday and it was hoped the 34-yearold seamer would play a “significant part” in the Test series, the statement added. “It’s a credit to the hunger he has shown to get back,” captain Alastair Cook told the BBC. “There’s nothing more he can

do, apart from coming out here and getting acclimatised and get some more overs in.” While Anderson will not play in the ﬁrst Test against the world’s top-ranked side starting in Rajkot on November 9, he could be available for the second in Visakhapatnam after making a faster than expected recovery. - Reuters

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Australia removed both centurions around the tea break, as well as Bavuma and Faf du Plessis in the last hour, but by then the damage had been done

PERTH: South Africa’s JP Duminy and Dean Elgar both scored centuries in a third-wicket partnership of 250 to drive the tourists to a 388-run lead over Australia at the end of the third day of the ﬁrst Test on Saturday. Australia removed both centurions around the tea break, as well as Temba Bavuma and captain Faf du Plessis in the last hour, but by then the damage had been done and the Proteas will go into day four on 390 for six. Quinton de Kock, who was dropped by Adam Voges on one, TENNIS

Fatma wins second place in Morocco MUCAT: Fatma Al Nabhani had to settle for second place in the the $10,000 Casablanca ITF Pro Circuit tournament as she went down fighting to Spain’s Georgina Garcia Perez in Morocco on Saturday. The summit clash between the top two seeds lived up to the expectations as both the second seeded Omani girl as her Spanish opponent produced scintillating tennis. Though Fatma, after losing the first set, came back fighting to take the second set, the Sultanate’s star player failed to stop Georgina from winning the match 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 and with that the title. Fatma also took part in the doubles competition in the company of Spain’s Olga Parres Azcoitia. But their challenge ended in the semifinals where they were beaten by Georgina and her Bulgarian partner Julia Stamatova.

South Africa 1st innings: 242 Australia 1st innings: 244 South Africa 2nd innings S. Cook c S. Marsh b Siddle D. Elgar c Starc b Hazlewood H. Amla b Hazlewood J. Duminy c Nevill b Siddle F. du Plessis c Nevill b Starc T. Bavuma c Khawaja b M. Marsh Q. de Kock (not out) V. Philander (not out)

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was at the crease unbeaten on 16 at the end of a long, hot day at the WACA, along with Vernon Philander, who had made 23 not out. South African paceman Dale Steyn was ruled out of the rest of the series with a fractured shoulder on Friday and will play no further part in the match, reducing the number of wickets Australia need to take. Steyn was a member of the Proteas team that chased down 414 to beat Australia at the WACA in 2008 but it was a debutant Duminy who scored the three runs off Mitchell Johnson that got the South Africans over the line. Now 32, Duminy looks to have played a key role in another Perth triumph after his brilliant 141 rammed home South Africa’s ad-

Extras (b-4, lb-13, nb-1, w-12) 30 Total (6 wkts, 126 overs) 390 Fall of wickets: 1-35, 2-45, 3-295, 4-324, 5-346, 6-352. Bowling: M. Starc 27-7-99-1 (w-1); J. Hazlewood 32-10-97-2 (nb-1); P. Siddle 228-47-2; M. Marsh 22-4-52-1 (w-3); N. Lyon 21-2-76-0; A. Voges 2-1-2-0. Umpires: Aleem Dar, Nigel Llong TV umpire: Richard Kettleborough Match referee: Andy Pycroft

vantage after they had skittled Australia for 244 in reply to their 242 on Friday. Duminy faced 225 balls and hit 20 of them for fours with another going for six, overhauling partner Elgar before lunch and reaching his fifth Test century with two runs to deep cover soon after the break. Nervous nineties It was his first century in two years and his third against Australia, just reward for a masterclass of calm control and shot-making. The end came just as it looked like the pair of left-handers would bat through to tea, Peter Siddle benefiting from a DRS review when the technology revealed a nick off the bat that carried through to wicketkeeper Peter Nevill.

Elgar did not have such a good experience on his previous visit to the WACA, having got a pair when he made his Test debut at the ground in 2012, albeit on the winning team. Dogged and determined where Duminy was fluent, the 29-year-old reached his fifth test century half an hour before tea after a prolonged spell in the “nervous nineties”. His career-best 127 came off 316 balls and he had hit 17 fours and one six when Josh Hazlewood finally winkled him out after tea when he offered a tired shot and got an edge which Mitchell Starc took at gully. Starc should have caught Elgar on 81 when the batsman skied the ball to mid-off but he lost the ball in the Perth sun, tripped himself over trying to readjust his position and spilled it on the turf, to the despair of bowler Nathan Lyon. The left-arm paceman also accounted for Du Plessis (32), a fine edge taken behind by Nevill, while Hazlewood had Bavuma well caught by Usman Khawaja at deep square leg for eight but the collapse Australia needed never materialised. After Perth, the series continues in Hobart before concluding with a day-night Test at Adelaide Oval. - Reuters

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Injury is real blow for Steyn, says Pollock PERTH: Former captain Shaun Pollock thinks Dale Steyn will be remembered as the best Test bowler South Africa has produced even if he never gets back on to the pitch to claim the record as the country’s most proliﬁc wicket-taker. The 33-year-old paceman fractured a bone in his right shoulder early on the second day of the ﬁrst Test against Australia on Friday and Pollock said it was reasonable to question whether he would ever return to the Test arena. “You’d have to,” he told ABC Radio on Saturday. “Given how old he is, the nature of the injury, it’s between six months and 12 months to recover, he’ll have to have an operation, he’ll have to have it pinned. “It’s a real blow for him.” Before he was injured on Friday, Steyn had already removed Australian opener Dave Warner for 97 to claim his 417th Test victim, four shy of the South African record held by Pollock. “I’ve got a bottle of champagne

in my hotel room I was going to present to him because I thought it was just a matter of time,” Pollock added. “He deserves to be the leading wicket-taker in our country. Since readmission he’s been the ultimate strike bowler, the best Test bowler we’ve produced. He deserves the record so I hope he does bounce back.” Steyn said he thought it would take at least six months for him to recover and he would be in no great hurry to return, admitting he had probably rushed back too soon after suffering a shoulder injury in December. “I didn’t have the full time to recover... I’ve been dealing with this thing for quite some time now, so I probably should have taken a little bit longer,” he told Channel Nine at the WACA. “I was wanting to rush and get into that Twenty20 World Cup, I wanted to go to the IPL, I wanted to play. This is what I do. So I’ll probably have to take the time this time and let it heal properly.” - Reuters

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2016

SPORTS TENNIS

Andy Murray takes pride in reaching No. 1 in golden era

Oman overcome Denmark to seal ICC WCL Division 3 berth While captain Ajay Lalcheta played a vital knock of 62 runs, Khawar Ali came up with a ﬁnal all-round display to help Oman down Denmark to book a place in the ﬁnal and with that gain promotion to WCL Division 3

MUSCAT: Oman recorded a dramatic 43-run victory over Denmark in the ICC World Cricket League (WCL) Division 4 competition in Los Angeles on Friday, a result that not only paved the Sultanate squad’s way into the final but also helped the Duleep Mendis-coached side gain promotion to the Division 3. With only top two teams from the six-team competition assured of places in the Division 3 competition, scheduled to take place in Uganda next year, Oman went into their final round robin league match with confidence. But, with the Danes displaying

CAPTAIN’S KNOCK: Ajay Lalcheta

MAN OF THE MATCH: Khawar Ali

SCOREBOARD

OMAN Khawar Ali c Javed b Aftab Ahmed Arun Poulose c Bulow b Javed Zeeshan Maqsood c&b Javed Swapnil Khadye lbw Javed Zeeshan Siddiqui c Y. Iqbal b Bashir Shah Jatinder Singh c Klokker b Aftab Ahmed Ajay Lalcheta c Klokker b Aftab Ahmed Amir Ali c Ahmad b Aftab Ahmed Mohd Nadeem c Klokker b Bashir Shah Rajesh Ranpura (not out) Munis Ansari c Aftab Ahmed b Javed Extras (lb-3, w-11) Total (all out; 46.4 overs)

74 9 12 1 5 2 62 3 4 3 0 14 189

more disciplined approach, at one time it looked like Oman will miss the bus. However, a ﬁne all-round display by Khawar Ali, coupled with a captain’s knock of 62 runs by Ajay Lalcheta, ensured Oman booked their berth in the ﬁnal against hosts U.S. According to information posted on the ICC website, in a lowscoring game at the Severn Cricket Field in Woodley Park, Khawar Ali turned out to be the hero in Oman’s win over Denmark.

Fall of wickets: 1-25, 2-39, 3-45, 4-57, 5-62, 6-159, 7-171, 8-184, 9-184. Bowling: RB Javed 8.4-1-32-4 (w-3); A. Khan 8-0-42-0 (w-1); HAM Shah 4-0-22-0; Bashir Shah 8-0-31-2; Aftab Ahmed (2) 10-1-30-4 (w-3); SA Ahmad 4-0-17-0; Omar Hayat 4-0-12-0. DENMARK Aftab Ahmed (2) lbw Lalcheta SA Ahmad b Amir Ali Shah c Zeeshan Maqsood b Khawar Ali FA Klokker c Jatinder Singh b Amir Ali Zameer Khan lbw Khawar Ali

27 31 19 0 8

Khawar, who made 74 to guide Oman to 189 all out in 46.4 overs after Denmark asked it to bat, did the star turn with the ball too, picking up ﬁve wickets to bowl the opponents out for 146 from 34 overs. Denmark, who had won three out of four coming into the contest, was in charge of proceedings early on as Basit Javed (four for 32), Aftab Ahmed (four for 30) and Bashir Shah (two for 31) sliced through Oman’s line-up. In response, Denmark never got

Yasir Iqbal c Khadye b Khawar Ali 0 A. Khan (not out) 32 A. Bulow b Khawar Ali 10 RB Javed lbw Zeeshan Maqsood 7 Hayat c Zeeshan Maqsood b Khawar Ali 1 Bashir Shah b Ansari 0 Extras (b-2, lb-3, w-6) 11 Total (all out; 34 overs) 146 Fall of wickets: 1-37, 2-68, 3-68, 4-91, 5-91, 6-108, 7-124, 8-137, 9-140. Bowling: Rajesh Ranpura 4-0-51-0; Ajay Lalcheta 6-0-23-1 (w-1); Amir Ali 5-2-10-2 (w-1); Zeeshan Maqsood 10-4-15-1; Khawar Ali 8-0-37-5; Munis Ansari 1-0-5-1.

going as Oman’s bowling, led by Khawar’s five for 37 and supported by Amir Ali’s two for 10, put a lid on the chase to hand Oman its fourth win in five games. Jersey win thriller In another match, Alex Amsterdam’s fiery century went in vain as Jersey pulled off a thrilling onerun win over USA. After Jersey were bundled out for 249 in 48.2 overs, the U.S. looked in control of the run chase but faltered

in the dying moments to finish on 248 for eight from 50 overs. After winning the toss, Jersey put on a healthy total on the back of half centuries from Nat Watkins (69 from 57 balls) and Jonty Jenner (57 from 53 balls). Fine bowling performances from Timroy Allen (three for 52) and Prashanth Nair (three for 42) were largely responsible for restricting the score. In response, U.S. got off to a lukewarm start, losing three for 60 but a 88-run stand between Akeem Dodson and Amsterdam saw it get back in contention. Amsterdam’s 102 came from 92 deliveries with eight fours and a six. But once he was dismissed by Robert McBey in the 46th over, the game was as good as done. Charles Perchard and Watkins finished with three wickets apiece for Jersey. Frist win for Italy Basement-dwellers Italy, meanwhile, posted thier first win in the tournament as they got the better of Bermuda at the Wright Cricket Field in Woodley Park. Asked to bat first, Italy compiled a respectable 228 for eight from 50 overs. Bermuda’s chase meandered before coming to a halt on 203 for nine from 50 overs. It was Manpreet Singh’s 45 from 68 balls that laid the foundation for Italy’s batting display. It was also helped along by cameos from Joy Perera (39 from 30 balls) and Fida Hussain (30 from 26 balls). Bermuda’s response wasn’t up to scratch against the likes of Charanjeet Singh (four for 24), Supun Wanigaratne (two for 31) and Carl Sandri (two for 48), as it slumped to its third defeat in five games.

PARIS: Andy Murray took special pride in reaching the world No. 1 ranking in an era when Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic — arguably some of the greatest players ever — have dominated the game. The first Briton to achieve the feat, Murray will take over from Serb Djokovic when the ATP rankings are updated on Monday, after his Paris Masters semifinal opponent, Canadian Milos Raonic, withdrew with a leg injury on Saturday. “That’s the most satisfying thing, really. It’s been such a difficult thing to do during my career because of how good the guys around me have been, the guys ahead of me,” Murray, who will take on American John Isner in Sunday’s final, told a news conference. “It has been really, really hard to do it, been really difficult. Obviously they are three of the best players that have ever played the game.” The 29-year-old Murray is the 26th player to reach No. 1 since the creation of the rankings in 1973. Murray patiently fought his way to the top and he was satisfied that his hard work had been rewarded, even if in anticlimatic fashion. “I felt like getting to No. 1, it wasn’t about this week and it wasn’t just about last week or a few days here and there. It’s about 12 months of work to get there,” the Scot said. “It felt obviously a little bit strange when it happened. But everyone was talking about this week, Oh, if you win or do this or whatever. “Obviously, it’s unfortunate the way that it happened today. I would have liked to have done it on the court, but it’s been many years of work to get here.” Murray was far behind Djokovic after the Serb beat him in the French Open final in June, but an impressive series of victories leading to titles in Wimbledon, Beijing, the Shanghai Masters and Vienna, combined with his rival’s loss in the Paris quarterfinals, propelled him to the top. “But things can turn around quick in sport, and it’s just a strange sport. You had Novak losing yesterday to a guy against whom he’d won 14 times in a row. Stuff can turn around quick, and the last few months have been really good.” Andy Murray will now set his sights on the ATP World Tour finals in London from November 13 to 20. - Reuters

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Fairtrade, UKI Inspired, Bahihi record wins

B DIVISION: Fairtrade after their win over Powertech. – Supplied photo

MUSCAT: Fairtrade recorded a 42-run victory over Powertech in an Al Ansari Group of Companiessponsored B Division match at the Municipality Group I on Friday. Batting ﬁrst, Fairtrade were all out for 175 in 27.2 overs with Mohammed Nadeem top scoring with 50. Nishad Kalady claimed four wickets for Powertech. In reply, Powertech were bundled out for 133 in 26.2 overs. Aadil Mohammed claimed three wickets for Fairtrade. Brief scores: Fairtrade 175 in 27.2 overs (Mohammed Nadeem 50; Nishad Kalady 4/20) bt Powertech 133 in 26.2 overs (Aadil Mohammed 3/20). Points: Powertech – 0, Fairtrade – 3.

C DIVISION: UKI Inspired pose for a group photo. – Supplied photo

In a Raha Poly Products-sponsored C Division match, UKI Inspired defeated Attic Outdoors by 39 runs. Batting ﬁrst, UKI scored 193 for ﬁve in 20 overs. Usman As-

ghar and Waqas Zaman scored 64 and 56 runs respectively. Qassim Ali took two wickets for Attic Outdoors. In reply, Attic Outdoors were bowled out for 154 in 18.2 overs. Madur Bhatnagar made 68. Shahid Ali bagged three wickets for UKI. Brief scores: UKI Inspired 193 for 5 in 20 overs (Usman Asghar 64, Waqas Zaman 56; Qassim Ali 2/30) bt Attic Outdoors 154 in 18.2 overs (Madhur Bhatnagar 68; Shahid Ali 3/16). Points: UKI Inspired – 3, Attic Outdoors – 0.

In an E Division match, Bahihi defeated Atkins by 147 runs. Batting ﬁrst, Bahihi scored 213 for four in 20 overs. Shareer Najeeb top scored with an unbeaten 122. Iqbal Mohammed chipped in with 60 runs. In reply, Atkins were bowled out for 66 in 15.4 overs. Kishore Krishnan claimed three wickets for Bahihi. Brief scores: Bahihi 213 for 4 in 20 overs (Shareer Najeeb 122 n.o.) bt Atkins 66 in 15.4 overs (Kishore Krishnan 3/14). Points: Atkins – 0, Bahihi – 3.

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Contact - 90372638 tĂŶƚĞĚ &ĞŵĂůĞ 'ǇŶĂĞĐŽůŽŐŝƐƚ ͕ Female GP and One Female Dental ƐƐŝƐƚ ĂŶĚ &ĞŵĂůĞ >Ăď dĞĐŚŶŝĐŝĂŶ͕ ƐƐƚ WŚĂƌŵĂĐŝƐƚ͘ ;&ƌŽŵ /ŶĚŝĂ Žƌ WŝůŝƉŝŶŽ Ϳ͘ tŝƚŚ Žƌ ǁŝƚŚŽƵƚ DK, >ŝĐĞŶƐĞ ĂŶĚ ĂƚĂ &ůŽǁ ĨŽƌ ů ^ĂĂĚŝ ^ƉĞĐŝůŝƐĞĚ DĞĚŝĐĂů ĞŶƚƌĞ͕ DƵƐĂŶŶĂ͘

Contact # 91262604, ŵĂŝů / ͗ ĐŚŝůůĂƉĂůůŝϳϲΛŐŵĂŝů͘ĐŽŵ

ACCOUNTS Urgent requirement Accountant B.Com Graduate minimum 3 to 4 years experience in Accounts and Oman D/L is preferable. Send CV to Email: omaniacademy@gmail.com

LEADING BROKERAGE FIRM HIRING

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PLANT OPERATOR ŝƉůŽŵĂ ͬ /d/ ŝŶ ůĞĐƚƌŝĐĂů ŶŐŝŶĞĞƌŝŶŐ ;&ƌĞƐŚĞƌ͛Ɛ ͬ ǆƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞĚͿ͘ WƌĞĨĞƌĞŶĐĞ will be given to candidates with ĞǆƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ŝŶ MASA / HENKE / BESSER Concrete Block DĂŶƵĨĂĐƚƵƌŝŶŐ WůĂŶƚƐ͘

^ƚƌŽŶŐ ŝŶƚĞƌƉĞƌƐŽŶĂů ƐŬŝůůƐ ĂŶĚ ƉƌŽďůĞŵ ƐŽůǀŝŶŐ ĂďŝůŝƚǇ Ϯ ǇĞĂƌƐ ŵŝŶŝŵƵŵ ĞǆƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ǆĐĞůůĞŶƚ ŽƌĂůͬ ǁƌŝƩ ĞŶ ĐŽŵŵƵŶŝĐĂƟ ŽŶ ƐŬŝůůƐ Θ ƐƵƉĞƌď ůŝƐƚĞŶŝŶŐ ƐŬŝůůƐ͘ WƌŽǀĞŶ ƌĞĐŽƌĚ ŽĨ ƉƌŽǀŝĚŝŶŐ ĞǆĐĞůůĞŶt internal & external customer service. ĚǀĂŶĐĞĚ ĐŽŵƉƵƚĞƌ ƐŬŝůůƐ ǁŝƚŚ ĞŵƉŚĂƐŝƐ ŽŶ ĞǆĐĞů͕ ǁŽƌĚ Θ ƉŽǁĞƌ ƉŽŝŶƚ͘ 'ĞŽŐƌĂƉŚŝĐĂů ŬŶŽǁůĞĚŐĞ ŽĨ DƵƐĐĂƚ͘

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ϭ͘ 'ŽŽĚ ŶŐůŝƐŚ >ĂŶŐƵĂŐĞ ǁŝƚŚ ĂŶ / >d^ ƐĐŽƌĞ ŽĨ ϳ Žƌ ĂďŽǀĞ 2. Hold a recognized MSc / BSc / BA / B.ED degree from a recognized ƵŶŝǀĞƌƐŝƚǇ ĨŽƌ ƉƌŝŵĂƌǇͬƐĞĐŽŶĚĂƌǇ ϯ͘ DŝŶŝŵƵŵ ĞǆƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ϯ ǇĞĂƌƐ͛ ƉƌĞĨĞƌĂďůǇ ŝŶ ŝŶƚĞƌŶĂƟ ŽŶĂů ƐĐŚŽŽů ϰ͘ <ŶŽǁůĞĚŐĞ ŽĨ ĂŵďƌŝĚŐĞ /ŶƚĞƌŶĂƟ ŽŶĂů WƌŽŐƌĂŵ ĨŽƌ Ăůů ůĞǀĞůƐ ŝƐ ĂŶ advantage. ϳ͘ Ʃ ƌĂĐƟ ǀĞ ƐĂůĂƌǇ ĂŶĚ ďŽŶƵƐĞƐ ďĂƐĞĚ ŽŶ ĞǆƉĞƌŝĞŶĐĞ ĂŶĚ ĐĞƌƟ Į ĐĂƟ ŽŶ ͬ degrees

WůĞĂƐĞ ƐƵďŵŝƚ ͘s ƚŽ͗Ͳ ǁƉƐϭϵϴϲΛǇĂŚŽŽ͘ĐŽŵ WůĞĂƐĞ ĐĂůů͗ ϮϰϴϳϮϰϮϰ ͕ ϮϰϴϳϳϰϬϮ ĂŶĚ ϮϰϴϳϴϭϴϮ

Required part time female Accountant with Tally experience (location: Al Wadi Al Kabir, Muscat) Email: orchidmct@gmail.com / printoman24x7@gmail.com

Required General practitioner & MD specialist MOH license for medical centre at Azaiba, Muscat. Contact: 91960401 Email: n_thanigaimani@yahoo.com

Accountant 2-3 years experience. Candidate should be Indian, English speakers. NOC is a must. Email: mohammad.jwabreh@ bearingcitysc.com. Fax: 24509312

Require Staff Nurse with MOH license for a clinic in Suwaiq Walayat. Contact 99024386, Email : dr.irfanali@hotmail.com

CATERING Restaurant waiter, cook and helper. Visa available. Contact: 95212017 Kerala cook bachelor or family. Contact: 93102906

DRIVER Omani Driver required with light license, must hold ROP license for at least 5 years with good knowledge of Oman roads & be able to converse in English. Send your CV: recruitmentmct21@gmail.com Required light driver present in Oman, RO 170/- + accommodation + food. Contact: 99454425 Wanted Driver for heavy (sewage vehicle) and light vehicle with valid Oman driving license. Contact: 97991654 / 97991652 Kindly send CV at Email: construction@remasalseeb.com / remaschandran2020@gmail.com

MEDICAL

Fusion Medicare Polyclinic, Muscat wants GP, staff Nurse holding MOH license & Receptionist (Omani) Contact 97698004 email: medicare@fusionlogicoman.com Required male female GP, Administrator for a Polyclinic at Ibra. Contact 71100596, joharaajmal2016@gmail.com Required General Physician, Gynecology & LAB & X ray Technician. Contact: 99681325 Email: altaqwamedicalcentre@gmail.com Wanted female & Male Nurse with or without license (good salary, food & accommodation with other beneﬁts. Contact 92989109, medicoport@gmail.com

MISCELLANEOUS Required Indian female: Investment Manager – Offer (10001800) RO & depend in experiences & getting projects. Secretary of office trade offer (750) RO, MEP Engineer & AC & Plumbing Technician. Email : joboman2017@gmail.com Urgent required : Store labors. Candidate should be Indian, English speakers. NOC is a must. Email: mohammad.jwabreh @bearingcitysc.com, Fax: 24509312

SALES / MARKETING DESIGNER Required a Graphic Designer knowledge of Photoshop, Coral, preference (Indian) persons, fresher can also apply. Send CV at suroordigital@gmail.com Contact: 96440587 / 95338210

DRAFTSMAN Draftsman with Oman experience needed to work on consultancy ofﬁce in Muscat, send CV & works to: hr@touchcdc.com. Contact : 99441122

MANAGER Looking for Manager with 5 yrs exp marine services & logistic company. Any Nationalities preferred. Contact: 91349823 / 93212373 Email: info@salalahglobal.com

MEDICAL Wanted Radiologist, Internal Medicine specialist (male/ female) for a reputed Polyclinic, in Sultanate of Oman. Send CV: arunjeni11@gmail.com or contact 97101062 Urgently required Staff Nurse clinic in Barka. MOH license preferred. Contact 92217469

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ZĞƉƵƚĞĚ ĂŵďƌŝĚŐĞ ^ĐŚŽŽůƐ ŝŶ DƵƐĐĂƚ ƌĞƋƵŝƌĞ ǁĞůů YƵĂůŝĮ ĞĚ dĞĂĐŚĞƌƐ ĨŽƌ /' ^ Θ W ĨŽƌ ; ŶŐůŝƐŚ͕ DĂƚŚƐ͕ WŚǇƐŝĐƐ͕ ŚĞŵŝƐƚƌǇ͕ ŝŽůŽŐǇ͕ ^ĐŝĞŶĐĞƐ͕ <'Ͳ dĞĂĐŚĞƌ͕ ůĂď ĂƐƐŝƐƚĂŶƚͲ ŚĞŵŝƐƚƌǇ ĂŶĚ WŚǇƐŝĐƐͿ͗

Urgently required Orthodontist and Arabic speaking Pediatrician for a reputed poly clinic. Send the CV to manageribnalhaitham@ yahoo.com or Contact: 96721709

Wanted experienced Indian / Philipino hair dresser / beautician for reputed ladies beauty center at Muscat. Contact : 99791572 / 97453246 Email: radianceoman@gmail.com

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Urgently required an “Accountant” with minimum 5 years experience, well versed in Tally for a reputed Construction Company in Muscat. Interested candidates those who can join locally may forward C.V. to e-mail: assaud@omantel.net.om or FAX: 24953530

BEAUTICIAN

SIT. WANTED

Required sales and marketing executive for a 4-star hotel in muscat.candidate with excellent communication skills and having 3+ years experience need apply. driving license will be an advantage. email: hoteljobsmuscat@gmail.com Required Indian Marketing man or woman Omani license required. Contact: 99378253 Wanted Sales man for a printing press Whatsapp: 94756618 Required well experienced dynamic candidate in Real Estate Evaluation Field beside Building Management Techniques. Contact 91246444, Email: rescooman@gmail.com Required Sales man, Tailor, Barber. Contact: 91114884 Urgently required Sales person for a office stationery company in Al Khuwair, with valid Omani driving license. Send CV to 24488120 / Contact: 99771127 Email: kktrdg@hotmail.com Sales & Marketing, Customer Support, with excellent communication skills, knowledge of Musical Instruments and a passion for music! Interested? Call Tunes: 24489847, Email: info@tunesoman.com

SALES / MARKETING Required Salesman for advertising company with GCC D/L. Send CV at suroordigital@gmail.com Contact: 96440587 / 95338210 Indian Salesman indoor, knowledge in English & Arabic. Contact: 93326636

SECRETARIAL / OFFICE Wanted Office clerk having two years experience. Contact: 92891888

SKILLED LABOUR Required Experienced Auto Electrician and Automobile Mechanic for a reputed service station. Contact : 91232638 hashim@ramainvestment.com

TOURS /TRAVELS Travel agency looking for Staff on urgent basis. Email: hmallawati@hotmail.com

SIT. WANTED ACCOUNTS Indian Chartered Accountant with 17+ years experience in Accounts , Finance and Business management working in reputed group in Muscat looking for suitable change. Oman Driving License and NOC available Contact 95562708, pandukp2016@gmail.com Indian male B.Com having 10 years experience (5 years in KSA) with valid Oman driving license. Accounting (Tally), marketing& customer service. Looking for suitable positions. Contact 95352176, shences1980@gmail.com 12 yrs Oman exp Chief / Senior Accountant seeks job immediately available with release/NOC and D/L available. Contact: 97385562 Part Time Accounting, Audit Preparation, Internal Audit, Monthly Reports, Accounting set up for new companies, GSM : 96975454, email: ibfc.gcc@gmail.com Female Accountant, B.Com Graduate with 10 years experience in Oman with D/L looking for suitable position. Contact 91443796 Post Graduate M.Com (ﬁnance) having 20 years experience in Accounts in seeking suitable placement, NOC available. Contact: 96275019 Email Id: vjkmr9583@gmail.com Accountant Indian female B.Com, tally 5 years experience 2 years in Oman. Contact: 99139188 Indian Keralite Accountant male 27 yrs, B.Com tally, 3 years experience in Oman, 1 year in India. resently working in Muscat Municipality, valid Oman, release available. Contact: 93826450 / 99656398 Email: renjith78078@gmail.com Indian Senior Accountant, B com, Having 8yrs Experience in Oman, Up to Finalization, Oman D/L, Release Available, Contact - 93484122 Indian male, B.Com, having 28 yrs experience in Accounting ﬁeld (18 yrs in KSA) worked in construction company, excellent knowledge in Tally, NOC available. Contact 92641601, sreekumarppillai@gmail.com

ADMIN

ACCOUNTS Part Time Accountant. Contact: 99882790 Indian Accountant having 8 years experience in Accounts (5 years ) in Saudi, Oman driving license excellent knowledge in tally, focus, quick books & MS. Office, seeking suitable placement. Contact: 93878624 Email: arunjames88@gmail.com 12 Yrs Exp Accountant worked in Construction, Cont & Trad Cos. worked on Oracle / Orion / Tally/ Epromis, ERP s/w with Valid D/L – (NOC/Release available). Contact 92194086 Indian/MBA/male Chief Accountant 18Yrs Experience, MIS, C.Flow, Budgeting, ERP, Cost accounting &Liasing with auditors. NOC available. Contact: 92254691/97826674 email: khader2305@gmail.com 12 Yrs Exp Accountant worked in Construction, Cont & Trad Cos. with Valid D/L – (NOC/Release available). Contact 92194086 MBA professional Indian, 28, 5 years experience in business having valid Omani D/L & visa, NOC available after 3 months. Contact: 96718915 Email: azim.s7@gmail.com MBA B.Sc, Food Science and Quality control 7 years experience in Oman (driving license) available. Contact: 94401183 / 97632020 Indian male, 26 yrs, on visit visa, B.Sc Mathematics 4 years experience as an Accountant seeks suitable job. Contact: 98615171 / 95374978. Email: worksite.tinson@gmail.com Indian female MBA, 3 years experience seeking suitable job. Contact: 99257214 Sri Lankan Senior Accountant having BBA, MBA,CA Foundation with 6 Years (2.5 Years in Oman)of experience up to finalization of accounts, Oman D/L, Release Available Contact 93598736 Indian (M) MBA (F) more than 6 years of experience in accounts, proficiency in various A/C software, SAP(F1/CO) seeking for suitable placement. Contact: 95920740, Email: abdulhameed1527@gmail.com 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 Chief Accountant / Senior Accountant having 16 years experience can handle accounts up to finalization, MIS, C FLOW, Budgeting, ERP, Costing & liasing with auditors, looking for suitable position. NOC available. Contact: 97205058 / 94885686 Indian female 23 yrs MBA, Finance and HR, currently on visit looking for suitable job. Contact: 93305002 / 99048224 Email: manjusharavindren@gmail.com Omani female Accountant, 32 years, having 10 years exp in admin/accounts seeks suitable placement. Contact: 93295953 Indian female 28 yrs B.Com 4 yrs experience in MNC’s currently in Muscat seeking suitable placement in Finance / Admin. Contact :94743790 Indian female 26 yrs, MBA finance 2 yrs exp with MNC. Email: rilooozmali@gmail.com. Contact : 90551366. 28/male/MBA - finance/B.Com Accountant with 4 years of Dubai/ India experience looking for a suitable placement. Contact : 90187483 shobinkarikkan1987@gmail.com Indian female, 26 years,brought up in oman,M.COM(FINANCE) CA Foundation(CPT),CA INTER(DOING) presently on family visa seeking for immediate and suitable placement. Contact -97174201/99663957 Email-anishasasi@gmail.com MBA Finance 20 yrs of MNC (MEP) experience thorough knowledge in preparation of financials, budgeting, fore casting, audit, trade finances, cash flows, guarantees, income tax, project (cost control) & ERP implementation with NOC seeks suitable placement. Contact 96280551 Email: ramu2587@hotmail.com

Indian male, B.Com, MBA in Finance, 4 yrs in Larsen & Tourbo, 26 yrs in Oman, English/ Arabic speaking with driving license. NOC available. Contact 95588565 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 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, 27 yrs, B.Com Graduate, having 5 yrs experience in Oman & 2 yrs in India as Accountant, Tally ERP 9, NOC available, seeking suitable placement. Contact: 98470441 Email: soorajv2efa@gmail.com Certified Public Accountant (Filipino, Male, 27-yrs-old) with four years experience, seeking suitable placement in accounting/ audit, currently on visit. Contact; 94959606, email: czesar.42@gmail.com 7 Years experience as Financial Analyst, MBA in finance. Responsibilities- research contributor, financial statement analysis, generating MIS & efficiency report, managing TAT, business & clients. On visit visa in Muscat. Contact 90191628 / 96175780 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

Omani, male, 26 yrs experience looking for job in reputed Companies as PR, having experience at airport / Emigration, Ministries/ Manpower with Oman D/L. Contact 95445779 Indian male, MSc & PG diploma in Computers with 20 years of experience as Office Administrator & IT Manager looking for suitable administration related position in schools or reputed companies, on visit. Contact: 90104334 MCA, Indian female, holding driving license, seeking suitable job in administration or computer. Contact: 99466062 A young dynamic with NOC & 12 years experience of purchase sourcing logistics & IT Admin looking urgent placement with D/L Oman. Contact: 92204552, Email: ikroyal@yahoo.com Indian 44 yrs with 21 yrs experience in Admin business development marketing publicity promotion, customer relations. Contact 96746735 Indian female M.Tech wireless technology experience in teaching, looking for suitable placement / Admin jobs. NOW on family visa. Contact: 97485944 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

ARCH./ INTERIOR DEC. British Citizen Senior Architect, Managing Director, Chief Architect 14 years experience, V Ray 3D, AutoCAD BOQ, master degree on architectural design. Contact: 92480035 Architect Indian male 10 yrs exp design, coordination & site (resident arch) Autocad, Revit , valid Omani D/L. Contact: 95876247

8 yrs exp. in Admin & Accounts (3 yrs in Oman), MBA, exp. in Tally ERP 9, Indian (F) seeks placement. Contact 97243806

Architect Sudanese female 7 years experience design site work, interior design programs AutoCAD archicad. Contact: 71190409 / 94078945

ACCA member with 6 yrs of experience in Oman looking for a suitable job in ﬁnance. Contact 99284193

Architect Engineer seeking for suitable job, 8 years experience. GSM : 96075000, Email : haytham_201046@yahoo.com

Accountant available with NOC, 7 years experience in Oman. Ready to join immediately. Contact 98263394 Accountant B.com Indian male 12 yrs exp seeks suitable job.NOC available . Contact : 91212471 Email: rennyj6@gmail.com Sudanese Accountant, Alexandria University Graduate bachelor of commerce Diploma of Marketing professional photographer worked in PR and social media for 2 years looking for a job in public relations media, social media or marketing. Contact: 96976240 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 Indian (M), 31 yrs, M Com 9 yrs experience in Oman, looking for Manager or Executive position in Fin & Accounts, NOC Available. Contact 968 96166178/ +919768537435: mohammednajeem@yahoo.com Accountant 8 Years Experience with D/L and NOC. Contact 97712084

ADMIN Egyptian woman resident, considerable experience in the Administration and Secretarial Executive for company. Contact : 97221126 Young Omani male have experience 12 years as P.R.O, CLERK Helper Supervisor Admin Supervisor, H.R Manager have vocational M.B.A 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 Filipino HRD especialist / material controller supervisor with 18 yrs experience looking for suitable job in Oman. Contact: (+968) 98037142 / (+968) 92659817

DESIGNER/ DRAUGHTSMAN Indian Female, Auto Cad draftsman civil with 3ds Max & rivet, 4 yrs exp.Looking for suitable vacancy in Muscat now in visit visa . Contact: 95601266 Autocad d/man / Site Supervisor, experienced knows 2d/3d arch stru, interior civil ITI / Diploma PH : 99506977 Freelance / part time 3d design works, interior /exterior. PH - 97103168 Tunisian girl looking for job in media ﬁeld, has 8years experience in publishing Contact 97816917 Free lance / part time autocad works / make boq 2d /3d arch , structural, shop drawings interior drawings. Contact 97103168 mkgroupoman@gmail.com Senior Graphic designer 13 years experience, printing production, QC, presentation high skills, bilingual. Contact: 79060552 Interior design Engineer looking for a job, 6 years experience. Contact: 91291502 Senior Structural Draftsman having 7 years Gulf experience total (12 years) seeking a job, NOC available. Contact: 97612846 Email: kaleem_1273@yahoo.com Revit, Autocad D/man, expected salary 200 OMR. PH : 92279784 Filipino Senior Revit/AutoCAD Draftsman with 20 years professional experience is looking for suitable job in Oman. Please Contact: 96489798, (+974) 66653780.

DRIVER Looking for job exp having driving license. Contact: 97363138 Driver looking for job. Contact: 95892363

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DAILY GUIDE SITUATION WANTED An experienced Chartered Accountant with over 25 years in varied industries, presently working with a reputed group in Muscat, looking out for a suitable change.

DRIVER Experienced Indian driver with valid Oman light & heavy license. Contact: 94201010 Looking for driving job. Contact: 97418036 Looking job for driving (with car). Contact: 92005311 Private driver Bangladesh , age 25 light driver looking for job 1 yr exp ,knows English, Arabic & Hindi education. Contact : 94338977 Looking for driver job exp 4 years knows English, Arabic, Hindi & Education B.A. Contact: 94928736 Indian driver looking for job. Contact: 93729371 Light duty driver, with 5 yrs experience. Contact: 97941771 Looking for driver job, 9 yrs exp. Contact: 96216699 Experience 4 years in hardware and Aramex. Contact: 97006867 Driver available with car seeks placement. Contact 96524904 Driver, 5 years exp. Contact: 95746203 Driver available with Car Hyundai Creata model 2016 pick & Drop or permanent. Contact: 95983125 Bangladeshi, light driver looking for job, 4 yrs exp. Contact: 92681457 Experienced driver available with 4WD willing to work fulltime / part-time, familiar with all tourist destinations in Oman. Contact: 24814231 / 91941545 Looking for driving job. Contact: 93798802 3 years experience heavy & oxy license driver looking for job. Contact: 97363138 Experience heavy driver, looking for job. Contact: 91493829 Bangladeshi male light driver experience 16 years need job. Contact: 99165961 18 yrs exp driver seeks job. Contact: 95541940

EDUCATION/TRAINING Female B. Ed English teacher, 7 yrs exp seeking suitable placement. Contact 99739415 / 92091528 Indian female 24. Masters in Computer science engineering, seeking job in colleges, schools and institutes. Having in good skill in teaching and advanced technologies. Contact : 93356858 Email id : annielino11@gmail.com Indian female, M.Sc. B.Ed SCIENCE TEACHER, IELTS Qualiﬁed, having 2yrs experience seeking suitable placement. Contact 90670400, 93694636 Indian Female, Phd in Chemistry having 3.5 yrs of Experience in India. Staying here on Family Visa & seeking for a suitable placement. Contact – 99675828, Email anupam.tiwari67@gmail.com Maths Teacher 30 years experience IGCSE bilingual I.B, A& AS levels. Contact: 98016336 Indian female 27 TGT in Computer Science having 2 years experience in CBSE school seeking for suitable teaching opportunity in schools or colleges. Contact: 96410225 / 99105854 Email: anitha.mathew.anna@gmail.com Mathematics Lecturer , Indian Female, M Sc Mathematics from a Prestigious University, B.Ed qualiﬁed, distinction holder with 6 yrs teaching experience in colleges. Contact : 91360147.

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NOC AVAILABLE Contact - 98518776

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MSC IT, male, 2 yrs exp in .NET, PHP, HTML, CSS looking for suitable position. Contact : 98143759 Indian male, 36 years, D.E.C.E, having experience in CCTV, video door phone, access control system, EPABX, seeking suitable placement. Contact: 92402360 / 95305776 Oracle DBA/ EBS developer, 9+ years experience in IT, Banking, ﬁnancial, supply chain domain, currently in Muscat, NOC available. Contact: 96494216 Indian male B. Tech IT having 4years experience in Project Management, web designing& Development. Now in Oman on visit visa. Contact 93528971, abhishekv97@gmail.com 5 years experience as IT Administrator at Bangalore now available in Oman. Contact: 98406241 / 99079014 Over 9 years experienced (7 years in Oman) IT support professional looking suitable opportunities (NOC available). Contact: 97689128 Email: dd_mcp@hotmail.com Omani 27 m, IT Support Engineer seeks placement 7 yrs excellent exp, networking hardware, software. Contact: 95356166 CFA level 1 cleared (pursuing level 2) MBA operations research, female, 5 yrs experience as Analyst, have a valid Oman driving license, looking for related openings. Contact 95818892 Indian Male, MCA Graduate, 15 yrs exp in ERP, CSM Certiﬁed, seeking suitable role.NOC Available. Contact : GSM : 90189284 Email: meetlibran@gmail.com IT Support Engineer, Exp 3 years in Oman 2 years in India. Contact 94672759 Indian male 4 years experience in IT as Programmer / Web Support/ CCNA/ Network on visit visa seeking placement. Contact 93069694 Email: mrabrar14@gmail.com Indian male 4 years experience in IT as Programmer / Web Support/ CCNA/ Network on visit visa seeking placement. Contact 93069694 Email: mrabrar14@gmail.com Indian female M.Sc Computer Science seeking suitable placement in Muscat area. Contact 98660672 Female, master in mass communication, B.Ed, experience in media channel and teaching PH : 99362024 Female, master in mass communication, B.ed, experience in media channel and teaching. Contact : 92005509

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IT Engineer Graduated from Bangalore reputed university 1.5 yrs of of experience in software skilled in Php html CSS Jquery on visit visa. Contact: 91213391

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Indian male 33 having 4 year experience in oman. Have valid driving license, looking for job in any ﬁeld.Contact: 98477536, Email: Irbqzahmed83@gmail.com

MISCELLANEOUS 3 yrs exp. in accounts field in construction and contracting trading co Muscat Oman, looking for suitable placement. Release available and immediately ready to join. Contact: +968 94574596. Pak. (Male), M.B.A (Management) having 2 years experience Admin + Accountant. Good Knowledge of Tally and M.S office in Oman on visit visa looking for job. Contact: 97094221, mubinbrw@gmail.com Physiotherapist Indian with valid MOH license looking for suitable placement. Contact : 91556011 Petrochemicals specialist, MBA 18 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN OIL FIELDS COM/plastics /Automobile/ construction/Polymer/Packaging, e-procurement /COMMERCIAL/ PURCHASE / LOGISTICS / SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT . NOC available . Contact: vved76@gmail. com cell:97813849 Indian Male 29 years MBA, B. Com having 8 years experience in Gulf and India as a HR and Admin looking for suitable placement. Contact :97914340. Email: kvraj30@gmail.com Indian Female Nurse with MOH License, looking for suitable placement in Muscat. Contact: 95537685. Electrical supervisor having 10 years gulf experience in different construction project (Grid, primary s/s, etc) seeking suitable position. GSM: 95710831 Indian male 27 MBA Graduate with experience looking for job in finance, Logistics or new field in Oman. Contact: 90884252, Email: tamjeedruk@gmail.com Filipina, Female, 37 years, having 9 years experience in Office Administration with good communication skills and knowledge in Microsoft Office. Looking for Admin/ HR related jobs, currently on visit visa. Contact: 96209384, Email: rechie.labandria@gmail.com HSE Engineer, 3+years of experience, bachelor of Engineering (EEE), Nebosh,Iosh,Dhse,First Aid. Contact : +97474018995, email: midhunmich@gmail.com, skype: midhunmike Pakistani experienced male, masters in economics with valid Omani driving license, fluent in English, needs any suitable job like accounting, teaching, management, marketing or decent driving. Contact:91243132 Indian Male 22, BE Civil Engineer with few site and internship experiences looking for a suitable position in your firm. Got knowledge in (Primavera, Autocad, Staad pro). Currently In visit visa. 98327644 or shakib842@gmail.com Indian Male Wood Designer & Wood works 7 Years good working experience searching for suitable job. +919698637279, GSM : +96891894487 Heavy Driver looking for job. Contact 95651928 28,male, ACCA finalist, BSc Honors, have 4 years of professional experience in Accounts, handling work of 15 companies independently. NOC available, seeking for permanent replacement at a Senior Position,GSM-97654769,email idabdullah.nooralam@gmail.com Document control, office admin, sales coordinator, Indian male, seeks suitable placement. Contact 97906386 / 99073690 Indian Male Store Keeper and Sales Person have Four Years Good experience searching for suitable Job. E-mail Id ajinantony9@gmail. com, Contact: +918056761888, GSM +9695694990

B.E Mechanical Engineer, Indian. Currently on family visit OMAN. Looking for job in various mechanical fields of production, manufacturing, technical and designing. Contact 92113987,email : mohammedthanzeel@gmail.com Omani Male 35 years have an experience more than 10 years as a PRO , Looking for a placement as PRO and Admin job, Driving license is available. Contact : 98098089 Senior sales executive. Experience in trading industries with thorough knowledge of Oman market and wide customer contacts. Driving license and NOC available, seeks senior position. #98487311 Highly Qualified male wanted decent driving job. Contact 91243132 Pakistani experienced driver available, fluent in English Oman experience. Contact 92415746 Indian Male 23 yrs B.E Mechanical with 02 years experience, Currently on visit seeking for suitable job. Contact : 79063064, Email id : sayedwasif@gmail.com Bangladeshi male, University M.Com, working as an Administrator cum Accountant in Oman since last year; Tally ERP9, searching better job. Phone:94864966, email: sunrisetoiqbal@gmail.com Indian Male 22 years B.com graduate well versed English, Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam, Holding a valid Oman driving License searching for a suitable placement. Contact : 96799287 B.Com, 2 yrs experience in Oman, Indian Male, 25 yrs with Driving License. Handling day today accounts activities upto finalization. Proficient in Tally. Looking for suitable placement. Ph. 91470665 Bangladeshi Male, University M.Com, Working as an Administrator cum Accountant in Oman since last year; Tally ERP9, searching better job. Phone: 94864966, email: sunrisetoiqbal@gmail.com Indian male, MBA Finance & Marketing 28 yrs,6+ Exp, with oman D/L & NOC, Hospital, Pharma, Herbal, FMCG, F&B Marketing , construction A/c & sales , Contact 93379044 Bangladeshi Male, University M.Com, Working as an Administrator cum Accountant in Oman since last year; Tally ERP9, searching better job. Phone: 94864966, email: sunrisetoiqbal@gmail.com Indian Male, 24 years, B.com, MBA (Finance) with overall 3 years experience in accounts/finance field. On Visit Visa.Contact:90115058/ safwanmeadows@gmail.com Indian Male 6 years’ experience in Sea and Air Logistics of import and export documentation and clearance with valid “G” card. Looking for suitable openings in shipping and Logistics. Contact:- 91330415 / 99864348 Indian female, M.Sc. B.Ed SCIENCE TEACHER, IELTS Qualified, having 2yrs experience seeking suitable placement. Contact 90670400, 93694636 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 Indian Female, B.Com with 9 years experience currently working in an hospital visa seeks suitable placement preferably in Accounts or Admin in and around Al Khuwair. Contact 93675079.

Indian male 29 years MBA, B.Com having 8 years experience in Gulf and India as a HR and Admin looking for suitable placement. Contact : 97914340. Email: kvraj30@gmail.com BE in Mechanical Engineering (fresher) and diploma in HVAC designing and drafting, looking for a job in the field of mechanical and HVAC. Email: abdulquddusruknuddin@gmail. com +968 90834846 Indian male 28, Heavy Driver having one & half year experience with release letter looking for a suitable placement. Contact : 91242867 SHAIKH FAHAD, Indian, B.Com, gold jewellery & other sector work experience 3 years India and Oman as a Sales cum Cashier & management of the shops. Contact 0096898718428 Indian male 33 yrs, MBA-HR with 10.8 yrs. exp. in Recruitment, Training, PMS, OD, Sites-HR and Omani nationals development, seeking a job, NOC available. Contact saiprasad_18@yahoo.com 94179499 Pakistani male looking for part time cleaning work. Contact 96710189 Indian female 10 years exp as cook in Oman . south Indian & Gujarati special .looking for job. Contact 95795971 Indian male auto cad draughtsman (Civil) 8 years experience seeking for part time job. Contact : 00968 99070584, E mail: remluvp@gmail.com PROCUREMENT OFFICER, Indian-Male 34yrs,M.Com with 14 yrs work Exp.(8 yrs in Oman) working in Construction Co LLC (for ROAD,CIVIL,ELECTRO-MECHANICAL & Others Projects ) and having valid LT D/L, NOC/Local release available & ready to join within a week-M:+919440810180 Email: nagauae@gmail.com Indian/male (26)/ MBA/2 years experience in procurement, coordination and distribution management, with valid Oman license available for immediate joining. Contact: 92536194, email:suhailbs@gmail.com Post graduate in power systems (transmission &distribution) electrical engineer, experience in substation, MV, LV systems. power and oil & gas projects, having valid oman driving license, presently working in Muscat- NOC available. Contact : 94669679 mail: prsabarish@gmail.com Safety officer : 3+years of experience in construction and industrial safety, B.E (Electrical and electronics engineering), nebosh, IOSH, DHSE, first aid. Contact : +97474018995, email:midhunmich@gmail.com 28,male,ACCA finalist, BSc Honours, have 4 years of professional experience in Accounts, handling work of 15 companies independently.NOC available, seeking for permanent replacement at a Senior Position,GSM-97654769,email id-abdullah.nooralam@gmail.com Indian male 21 bachelor’s of commerce (B.Com) looking for salesmen or any new field job in oman thanks.Young honest and hardworking guy right now on family visit visa. Contact: 94562777 mail: hammadakrami61@gmail.com Indian Male, 37 Yrs Age, M.com looking for Job any reputed organization. Having more than 9 years in Muscat in the area of HR & Admin seeks suitable position. Contact : 95218424 / 9610 6604.” N O C shall be provided by Current Co.

Indian Male, Kerala,B.Com, having 4-years of experience in OMAN, with Valid Oman Driving License, looking for a suitable job in Sales, Accounts & Administration. email:- jobhuntmuscat@gmail.com

28,male, ACCA ﬁnalist, BSc Honors, have 4 years of professional experience in Accounts, handling work of 15 companies independently.NOC available, seeking for permanent replacement at a Senior Position,GSM-97654769,email id-abdullah.nooralam@gmail.com

33 years Indian Male MSC, MBA-HR having 8.5 yrs experience (HR / Payroll / Admin) with Oman valid DL. Seeking suitable opening in Human Resource, Payroll & Admin/ backend jobs. Contact:00968-99322978

Indian male B-Com Graduate, 1.5 Year exp. in various office works, Valid Oman driving license, looking for any suitable post. Contact: 95322175 / 91987965

28,male, ACCA ﬁnalist, BSc Honours, have 4 years of professional experience in Accounts, handling work of 15 companies independently.NOC available, seeking for permanent replacement at a Senior Position,GSM-97654769,email id-abdullah.nooralam@gmail.com

Indian male network cabling technician (19-years gulf experience) seeking for suitable placement. Contact: 0091-8089909265 (India), Email: mohithavp@gmail.com

Indian Male , MBA Finance & Marketing 28 yrs,6+ Exp, with oman D/L & NOC, Hospital, Pharma Herbal, FMCG, F&B Marketing, construction A/c & sales , 93379044

Indian Male, age 23, B.E. in Mechanical engineering. Looking for suitable job. Oman D/L available. Contact 93027183

Indian Male,7 years of experience in sales and Distribution, holding Oman driving License, presently in Oman looking for a suitable placement. Contact 97409636

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SITUATION WANTTOURS Enjoy Camping in Wahiba desert & all over Oman & tour. Contact: 92226866 We arrange tours & accommodation at all the beautiful places in Oman. Contact 99839898

SITUATION WANTED TOURS

SIT. WANTED B.Tech Mechanical indian with 2 years experience in Pipelines and HVAC projects currently available in Oman with visa. Looking for suitable placements. # 79062695, E-mail:aneespk37@gmail.com Indian female, B.Com, with 9 years experience currently working on hospital visa seeks suitable placement preferably in Accounts or Admin in and around Al Khuwair. Contact 93675079. Indian Female Nurse with MOH Licence. Looking for suitable placement in Muscat. #:95537685. Lady Secretary 10 years’ experience in Oman leading companies worked with sales and management team, seek immediate employment. Call: 93095425 or 24791145 25 years Indian male with 3 years experience in Oman, seeking job in admin accounts. release available. Contact +968 94574596, email id: obaidkhattab@gmail.com 28,male, ACCA ﬁnalist, BSc Honours, have 4 years of professional experience in Accounts, handling work of 15 companies independently.NOC available, seeking for permanent replacement at a Senior Position,GSM-97654769,email id-abdullah.nooralam@gmail.com Indian male executive secretary having vast experience in admin, logistics & procurement well versed with computer seeks suitable placement. #99514286, Email: azimmohd@yahoo.co.in Male 9 years experience in IT, 1 year experience in Admin & 8 years experience in oracle. Degree master, 34 yrs seeking job. Contact: +968 92553452 Email: shahzadhussain919@gmail.com Indian male B.Tech Mechanical engineer 4 year experience (3 years in India & 1 year in Oman) Driving license Oman, NOC Available looking for job in Oman #93845629, Email:syedakshar@gmail.com

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SIT. WANTED Indian female (27) MBA (IT), BCA, CCNA, 2 years experience in IT operations in Oman. Graduated from Oman with good analytical, programming skills, presented in international conference, seeking suitable IT/Admin positions. Contact: 93672143. Email: fathima.shoukath@gmail.com

B.Tech Electrical Engineer 9 years experience transmission substations and distribution Majan CEP , MEDC electrician license , driving license. Contact: 99545470 Email: liju982@gmail.com Light Driver looking for job. Contact: 99594946

Indian male 27Yrs, BTS : MTM (Mater of Tourism Management) 3 years’ experience in Tour Operation; & Sales Marketing; Ticket reservation & Front office looking for suitable placement, on visiting visa Ph:98837395 , bijothomas427@gmail.com

Indian Male (44), MBA, 19 yrs experience in Oman. Present Industry: Natural stones for construction. Responsibilities: Production, Business development and overall management. Looking for an immediate opening. # 90992631

Indian female having B.Tech degree in biotech. Having computer skill & having experience in marketing administration seeking suitable job in any ﬁeld. # 91287047

Indian female B.Com, MBA in Finance, 5 years experience in Oman as an Accountant, looking for a suitable placements. Contact: 99044292 / 94431842

Indian female M.Tech (Biotech) with computer knowledge having experience in marketing, administration & accounting with resident visa seeking suitable job. Contact: 91287047 Email: valliammai1000@gmail.com

SITUATION NRI WANT-

13 years experience Indian Accountant Tally, Busy Accounting. NOC/Release available. #96133146. Email:kkcjob786@gmail.com Assistance Accountant 6 yrs experience include in Oman B.Com, Tally & excel advance level. Contact: 98002428 Male 22 years B.Tech Mechanical Engineering University (India) looking for suitable job. Possession of driving license, fresh Graduate no work experience. #97792809

Indian Male 29 years MBA, B.Com having 8 years experience in Gulf and India as a HR and Admin looking for suitable placement. #:97914340. Email: kvraj30@gmail.com

Sales & Marketing Manager with around 10 years experience in India & Gulf looking for a suitable placement, have a valid Omani driving license, NOC available. Contact: 98125226

Indian Female one year freelance experience in FFFD Company in Oman in technical, Planning and admin works. Contact:94355787,

HSE / Safety Engineer with 10 years exp having NEBOSH,OSHA seeks job (NOC available). Contact 94165784

House & 8 cents, Koduvayur, Palakkad for sale exchange with properties in Kottayam, Ernakulam district extra funds 1 Crore available. Contact: 94627458

AVAILABLE Bobcat available for rent. Contact 97623299 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

TRANSPORTATION

Transportation. Contact 92015894

Transportation available, pick & drop. Ruwi, Al Khuwair, Azaiba & Al Hail. Contact - 94297820

Pick & drop available 24 Hrs. Contact: 98522914

Transportation. Contact: 99664703

House shifting and transport. Contact: 96737158 Transportation. Contact: 94087276 Transportation. Contact 94510847

25 - 50 seater bus with PDO & BP speciﬁcation for monthly rent & small car with driver. Contact 99839898

SITUATION WANTFOR LADIES Special packages, Facial, Pedicure, Eyebrow, only 10 RO. Al doom Beauty Parlour Contact- 99619409

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SITUATION WANTED COMPUTER/WEB./ EDU./CLASSES

Spoken Arabic class for Non Arabic Speakers & English class for Malayalam Speakers

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SITUATION WANTED SERVICES

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

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MATRIMONIAL Nair girl 165cm/32 yrs, MBA excellent family background seeks alliance from well placed professionals 38 yrs or below. Contact : 91207003.

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SERVICES tĞ WƌŽǀŝĚĞ ůĞĂŶĞƌƐ͕ Kĸ ĐĞ ďŽǇƐ͕ ůĞĂŶŝŶŐ ŽŶƚƌĂĐƚƐ͕ General cleaning etc. ů DƵĚĂŬŚŝƌ EĂƟ ŽŶĂů Ɛƚ͘ >> Contact : 94277020

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Parents of 28 yrs, Indian Boy from Mumbai, ISWK student, ACCA, BSC honours, working as a senior accountant in Muscat, seeks suitable alliance for Sunni Muslim family. Contact no.(parent): 96408642, email- khaledaoman@gmail.com Marriage makers widow/ divorce/ new for Indian Kerala & Indian Muslims. Contact: Whatsapp: 00968 98796982 & calling 98604960 Ezhavaboy age 28 height 174cm Star anizhamBTech working in Oman Seeks suitable alliance. Contact 99430227

Split unit & window unit A.C servicing & maintenance - Barka, Mabela, Ruwi area. Contact 96236476 Marble polishing & crystallization, building cleaning ﬂoor, ﬂoor polishing, carpet, sofa shampooing, pest control, anti termite, shifting maintenance. Contact: 99504275 Affordable rates all types of curtain blind. Contact 99539521/ 95615642

GUARANTEED CLEANING: Carpet & sofa shampooing, Contact 99314807/24792998

Window unit & split unit A.C servicing & repairing - Barka, Mabela, Ruwi area. Contact: 99557080

Marble Crystallization & Grinding, Ocean Center L.L.C. Contact 92705130

Carpet & Sofa Shampooing General Cleaning & Polishing Ocean Center L.L.C. Contact: 24707833

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

Painting & plumbing work. Contact: 95963682 Pest Control Treatments. Ocean Center L.L.C. Contact 99344723

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Split unit & widow unit A.C servicing & maintenance Barka, Mabela, Ruwi area. Contact 95323517

Ayurvedic treatment for backache, paralysis, arthritis etc & massage, All Season (Vaidyaratnam). Contact 24475280 / 95371664 / 92504980 www.siddhayur.com

Water prooﬁng ABUQABASContact 99320217/24788722 House shifting packing. Contact: 99657644 / 98518013 We undertake new construction & maintenance & gypsum works. Contact 92711506, ammarayyub@gmail.com

MARBLE CRYSTALLIZATION restore the original shine of your marble. Contact 24793614/ 99314807

Building maintenance. Contact: 99057348

Ayurvedic treatment for joint pain, backache, paralysis massage, steam bath, obesity, spondylitis, Ideal Care Ayurvedic clinic, 18th November Street Al Ghubra (North). #: 99639695 / 97397320