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MSM Index

New ‘Water Security
Initiative’ detailed

MUSCAT — The Ghubrah Power and Desalination Co, principal supplier of potable water to Muscat Governorate, has embarked on a far-reaching ‘Water Security Initiative’ designed to stave off a repeat of the recent supply disruption that led to water shortages in many areas of the capital.

Inside Todays Edition

Sultan Qaboos Mosque
opened in Manah
Alonso fastest in
Brazil practice

Strict rules & regulations vital for financial institutions... World facing ‘ecological
credit crunch’

Picture of the day

Pilot Nigel Lamb of Britain takes part in the final timed training session of
the Red Bull Air Race World Championship in Perth, Australia, yesterday.
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PRAYER TIMINGS

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PM

Asr 03:09

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Maghrib 05:33

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Isha 06:45

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Fajr 04:56

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Dec

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Dec

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Dec

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Dec

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