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BCCI strikes out Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prasidh Krishna and three others from Asia Cup 2025 travel list, won't go to Dubai
Hindustan Times
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August 29, 2025
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly decided that the five standby players named for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 — Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag, and Dhruv Jurel — will not be...
10 best things to do with kids on your next Dubai holiday
The Independent
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August 29, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
Asia Cup 2025: Why are Indian players flying separately to Dubai? A look at BCCI's new travel strategy
DNA India
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India's squad for the Asia Cup 2025 will bypass the traditional assembly in Mumbai and head straight to Dubai. The BCCI states that this unconventional travel arrangement is aimed at enhancing convenience and ensuring better preparation. This...
‘We are all ready to compete,’ says Oman skipper Jatinder ahead of maiden Asia Cup challenge
The Hans India
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August 29, 2025
New Delhi: When Oman steps out for their maiden Asia Cup game against Pakistan in Dubai on September 12, experienced batter Jatinder Singh will carry not just the responsibility of leading the team, but also implement the lessons taken from...
Asia Cup 2025: BCCI breaks tradition, THESE five players won't travel to Dubai for continental tournament
DNA India
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August 29, 2025
The Suryakumar Yadav-led side will kickstart its Asia Cup campaign on September 10 against the UAE in Group A. It will be followed by games against Pakistan and Oman on September 14 and 19, respectively. The BCCI has decided that the five reserve...
Yashasvi Jaiswal, Washington Sundar among 5 big names kicked out of India’s Asia Cup 2025 travelling squad
CricketAddictor
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August 29, 2025
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly finalized travel plans for the Asia Cup 2025, which is set to begin on September 9 in the UAE. Five standby players, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag,...
BCCI Drops Standby Players from Asia Cup 2025 Travel List; Jaiswal, Prasidh Among Those Left Out
Pragativadi
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August 29, 2025
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided that the standby players named for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 will not travel to Dubai with the main squad. As per reports, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Riyan...
Tourism meeting highlights partnership with private sector
Oman Observer
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August 28, 2025
AL JABAL AL AKHDHAR: The annual meeting titled "Partners of the Tourism Sector in Al Dakhiliyah Governorate" was held on Thursday in the Wilayat of Al Jabal Al Akhdhar. Organised by the Directorate of Heritage and Tourism in the governorate, the...
Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry eyes business expansion with Al Buraimi development plans
The Arabian Stories
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August 28, 2025
Muscat: The seminar opened with a presentation by Khalid bin Saeed Al Shuaibi, Head of the Nazdar program, who outlined the program’s achievements, including the launch of the National Investment Strategy, Invest Easy Lounge, the Investment...
Oman: $62mln development projects reshape Wadi Bani Khalid
Zawya
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Muscat – Wadi Bani Khalid, North Sharqiyah is undergoing rapid development with investments exceeding RO24mn directed towards tourism, infrastructure and road projects. A key initiative is the Wadi Bani Khalid–Aqaba Road Project, valued at over...
Oman’s missing link to growth & prosperity
Zawya
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Oman is urbanising at an unprecedented pace. From the expansion of Muscat to the transformation of cities like Suhar, Nizwa, Salalah, Sur and Ibri, urban growth is no longer a demographic by-product — it is a strategic driver of diversification,...
Oman: Over $6mln Bidiyah Entertainment Centre 55% complete
Zawya
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Bidiyah – The Bidiyah Entertainment Centre project in North Sharqiyah costing RO2.5mn has achieved 55% completion. The facility is set to become a key tourist, cultural and recreational destination at the heart of the governorate, which is known...
Oman: South Batinah sees surge in licensed tourism facilities
Zawya
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Musannah – South Batinah has recorded a significant increase in licensed tourism establishments with the number reaching 249 by the end of July 2025, according to the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism. These include 11 hotels, eight hotel...
Oman: Over $62mln projects to boost tourism in Wadi Bani Khalid
Zawya
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Several development projects worth RO 24 million are being implemented in the Wilayat of Wadi Bani Khalid in Al Sharqiyah North Governorate in the fields of tourism, roads, entertainment and infrastructure. Among the most prominent of these...
Team India squad members to not travel together to Dubai for 2025 Asia Cup: Reports
Sportskeeda
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August 28, 2025
Team India will be in action during the 2025 Asia Cup, which is set to begin on September 9 in Dubai. While the team is scheduled to arrive in Dubai on September 4, according to a report by NDTV Sports, the squad members would not travel together...
Oman’s missing link to growth & prosperity
Oman Observer
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August 27, 2025
Oman is urbanising at an unprecedented pace. From the expansion of Muscat to the transformation of cities like Suhar, Nizwa, Salalah, Sur and Ibri, urban growth is no longer a demographic by-product — it is a strategic driver of diversification,...
Oman a safe destination for workforce, investment
Oman Observer
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August 27, 2025
MUSCAT: The latest labour force statistics in the Sultanate of Oman highlight a balanced and dynamic employment landscape that reflects the country’s steady progress towards sustainable development. By the end of July 2025, the total number of...
Oman Sail signs MoU with SAIL Amsterdam foundation
Times of Oman
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Amsterdam: Oman Sail on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SAIL Amsterdam in Amsterdam, the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The MoU seeks to enhance cooperation between the two parties in the field of sailing and to organize the...
Oman Air flash sale: Fly across the GCC starting at just OMR 29 in exclusive 3-day offer
The Times of India
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Oman Air is offering a 3-day sale from August 26 to 28/Image: Oman Air Oman Air has announced an exclusive 3-day sale offering travellers the opportunity to fly across the GCC starting at just OMR 29. Covering Oman Air’s extensive regional...
Oman's Golden Visa To Offer Long-Term Residency To Investors; Know Details Inside
Times Now
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August 27, 2025
Oman is a country known for its culture, deserts, nightlife, wildlife and more. The place is home to a lot of museums and archaeological sites. A popular destination, when one explores Oman, one realises how the place has so much to offer. Well,...