Khimji brings Aurobindo Pharma to Oman

Khimji Pharmacy announced its partnership with Aurobindo Pharma, a billion-dollar pharma major with strong presence in US and Europe. This tie up will bring Aurobindo Pharma Medicines (Anti-Hypertensive Medicines) and many such therapies at an affordable price, to the people of Oman. The launch ceremony held in Crowne Plaza Muscat was inaugurated by HE JS Mukul, Indian Ambassador to Sultanate. “We are pleased to partner with Khimji Ramdas Group which is one of the largest and most respected business conglomerates in the Middle East since 1870,” said Madan Mohan Reddy, director of Aurobindo Pharma. “After carving out a niche in stringent and regulated markets like US and Europe, we have now entered the GCC market, choosing Oman to be our first launch pad and Khimji Pharmacy as our preferred partner.”

 
NDC launches ultra premium soaps

National Detergent Company (NDC) launched ultra premium soap D’zire in five exotic fragrances of ultra milk, cream and nuts, pearl, lavender and anti-bacterial. Available in stores across Oman and Middle East, these soaps contain extra moisturizers, which keep the skin glowing even in the searing summer heat. The ultra milk soap has extra moisturizer and goodness of milk which gives the skin an everlasting radiance upon daily use, while cream & nuts variant has the goodness of almonds that provides skin with a fresh glow. The ultra pearl soap nourishes and takes care of skin with its gentle fragrance and cleansing properties, whereas Lavender soap’s essential ingredients bring a visible glow to skin.

 
INS Viraat calls at Port Sultan Qaboos

Aircraft carrier INS Viraat, the pride of Indian navy, was in Muscat on its first maiden call at the Port Sultan Qaboos on a three-day friendly visit to Oman in June. INS Viraat was accompanied by the stealth frigate INS Talwar and indigenously built guided missile frigate INS Ganga on its historic visit to the Sultanate. Captain AB Singh, VSM, commanding officer of the aircraft carrier INS Viraat and the officer in tactical command for this carrier task group, said the historic visit engendered deep pride and honour in the roughly 1,000-strong complement of officers and sailors on board the Indian Navy’s flagship and Asia’s only aircraft carrier. “It is with a deep sense of honour and privilege that we have come here to Muscat and our visit attests the strategic nature of relations between the two countries,” said caption Singh.

 
Samsung launches Galaxy SIII

Samsung Electronics Co launched the third generation GALAXY S, the GALAXY S III in Oman. Designed for humans and inspired by nature, the GALAXY S III is a smartphone that recognises your voice, understands your intention, and lets you share a moment instantly and easily. This sleek and innovative smartphone has the enhanced intelligence to make everyday life easier. With Samsung GALAXY S III, you can view the content like never before on the device’s 4.8 inch HD Super AMOLED display. An 8MP camera and a 1.9MP front camera offer users a variety of intelligent camera features and face recognition related options that ensure all moments are captured easily and instantly. Samsung GALAXY S III is powered by Android™ 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich.

 
OAB sponsors MoE event

Oman Arab Bank (OAB) has recently sponsored an event to felicitate outstanding employees of the Ministry of Education (MoE). As many as 207 male and female employees were felicitated under the patronage of HE Dr Madiha bint Ahmed al Shaibaniya, Minister of Education, in Al Bustan Palace Hotel. HE Undersecretary, administration and finance, Mustafa bin Ali bin Abdul Lateef welcomed the gathering. He highlighted the importance of human resources development in building civilisations and explaining Ministry of Education’s interest in developing efficiency of its affiliates. Director, educational assessment department of education directorate in Ad-Dakhiliyah governorate, delivered a speech on behalf of the employees. HE Al Shaibaniya felicitated the outstanding employees.

 
SanDisk partners Souq Technology

Souq Technology International will be the authorised distributor of SanDisk products in Oman. Announcing its expansion into Oman through a partnership with Souq Technology International, Tareq Husseini, SanDisk’s Middle East and Africa sales director, said, “Our partnership with Souq Technology International reinforces our objective to expand our product reach in Oman. The entire range of SanDisk storage products will now be available to a wider market through the expertise and established distribution network of our approved partner. While some of our products were being sold in the country, Souq Technology International is the first authorised distributor.” Souq Technology International has been operating in the Middle East for almost a decade and is active in 16 countries.

 
Country Club organises summer camp

In order to help children make the best use of their holidays, Country Club Oman is organised a Summer Camp at Ruwi Hotel from June 26 to July 2, 2012. The weeklong camp helped children with learning, grooming, making new friends and having loads of fun as well.

Children attending the camp had the chance to learn swimming, art and craft and yoga and involved in many more fun filled activities guided by professionals in the field. “Summer Camp 2012 is organised by Country Club Oman to ensure entertainment and involvement for not only adult members but also member children,” said Reddy, chairman and managing director, Country Club India. “I’m sure every child attending the camp will make the best use of the Summer Vacation.”

 
Omanoil’s awareness campaign for youth

An award ceremony presided over by His Highness Sayyid Faisal bin Turki Al Said marked the end of a three-month long nationwide awareness campaign entitled ‘Your Friends Make You Who You Are’ conducted by Rekaaz and Oman Oil Marketing Company (omanoil). Advocating against peer pressure and inspiring confidence among Oman’s youth, the campaign was a direct response to issues facing young people today. Omanoil’s collaboration with Rekaaz is aimed at engaging the local community and investing in the future of the Omani people by leaving behind a positive legacy of responsible and ethical social behaviour.