1+ week, 1+ day ago   (470+ words) It has survived wars and upheavals, but the famed handwoven Kashmir carpet industry is now battling a steady decline as younger generations abandon the painstaking craft. Masterpieces woven from mulberry silk or pure sheep wool by artisans have adorned imperial…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (120+ words) Oman Observer SALALAH: The Royal Gardens and Farms at the Royal Court Affairs have achieved successful propagation of both indigenous and imported orchid varieties, following years of sustained experimentation, developmental efforts and ongoing research.Initial cultivation of orchids commenced in…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (688+ words) For Oman, some of the country’s greatest renewable-energy potential arrives at the same time as one of its biggest electricity demands. During the hottest months, air conditioning becomes essential across homes, offices, businesses and industrial facilities, while the sun is…...