June 2025 – LakArts

Jun222025 by LakshartsNo Comments

Kids Can ‘Graduate’ from Hospitality This Summer at Grand Millennium Muscat’s First-Ever Turtle Camp

LifeStyle

Kids Can ‘Graduate’ from Hospitality This Summer at Grand Millennium Muscat’s First-Ever Turtle Camp Muscat, 18 June 2025: This summer, something truly unique is happening at Grand Millennium Muscat - and it is exclusively for kids. The hotel is introducing the ‘Turtle Hospitality Summer Camp’, a fun-filled, educational adventure designed for children aged 5 to 10. Running from June 29 to August 21, the camp offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity where kids don’t just play, they explore, discover, and even ‘graduate’ from hospitality. With the scorching summer heat pushing activities indoors, the Grand Millennium Muscat is transforming into a vibrant learning playground where young minds can dive into the exciting world of hotels and hospitality. The hotel has conceptualised...

Jun222025 by LakshartsNo Comments

Between the sunrise and sunset

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Between the sunrise and sunset Lakshmi Kothaneth What do you when a person leaves this world and you never knew they were even ailing? We flow with life, until something shocks you to the reality. It is when the person makes an exit when so many memories rush in. Few months back, I met Mahmood Obaid and it was full of laughter and recording session of video. To know he has gone, is hard to accept but that is the reality. Looking back, I realised all of those memories leave a smile. It must have been special being Mahmood Obaid. His sense of humor brought in laughter at every gathering. But his seriousness to his profession as a broadcaster, writer, actor and director could be seen in his dedication. A quality I remember is being proactive. As a team, we had gone for the c...

Jun222025 by LakshartsNo Comments

A&A Manappat Foods and Al Islami Foods, UAE jointly Launch the renowned Brand “Al Islami” in Oman

Business

A&A Manappat Foods and Al Islami Foods, UAE jointly Launch the renowned Brand “Al Islami” in Oman The dealership handover ceremony between A&AManapat Foods and Al Islami Foods was held at Seeb Novotel, Muscat. A&A Manappat Foods & Trading LLC, one of Oman’s trusted names in food distribution, is proud to announce its official distribution ship with Al Islami Foods, a leading certified halal food brand based in the UAE. As part of this strategic collaboration, the Al Islami brand was officially launched in Oman, with the formal dealership handover ceremony taking place on June 18, 2025. "This partnership represents a significant milestone in our mission to bring premium, high-quality real halal products to consumers across Oman. The launch reflects our commitment...

Jun222025 by LakshartsNo Comments

Sagarmatha Day calls for environmental measures

Art and Culture, Environment

Sagarmatha Day calls for environmental measures Lakshmi Kothaneth The Embassy of Nepal in Muscat observed on 29th May 2025 the Sagarmatha Day, commemorating the historic first ascent of Sagarmatha (Mt. Everest) by Tenzing Norgay Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary on on the same day in 1953. This year’s event also coincided with Republic Day of Nepal, adding further significance to the celebration. Dr. Jamal bin Hasan Al-Moosawi, Secretary General of the National Museum of Oman was the Guest of Honour. In his address, the Ambassador of Nepal to the Sultanate of Oman, Dornath Aryal, said, "Sagarmatha day is a reminder not only for human achievement but also for the majestic beauty of the Himalayas and the urgent need to address challenges being faced by the climate change and other e...

Jun222025 by LakshartsNo Comments

From a burden to ecnomic resource – construction waste

Environment

From a burden to ecnomic resource - construction waste Lakshmi Kothaneth Using recycled construction waste could be a norm that could also provide opportunities for SMEs. At the two day conference being held at Oman Convention and Exhibition Center organised by the Environment Authority in coordination with Beah, Oman Environmental Services Holding Company, various aspects of recycling construction waste is being discussed. The two-day workshop titled "Environmental Sustainability of Construction and Demolition Waste Management: Challenges and Opportunities in the Sultanate of Oman" has experts and decision-makers from government agencies, the private sector, academic institutions, and research centers participating in strategic discussions that will review the current state of...

Jun222025 by LakshartsNo Comments

First Hot Air Balloon under the “Oman Balloons” Project launched in Cappadocia, Turkey

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First Hot Air Balloon under the “Oman Balloons” Project launched in Cappadocia, Turkey Under the patronage of the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, the city of Cappadocia – one of the world’s most iconic tourist destinations – witnessed the launch of the first hot air balloon under the “Oman Balloons” project. The launch was organized by Oman Balloons Company, the first fully Omani-owned and specialized company in hot air balloon operations and tourism flights. This pioneering project reflects a strategic vision in collaboration with the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism to diversify the tourism offerings of the Sultanate and to introduce innovative experiences that position Oman as a unique destination in the field of hot air balloon tourism. The new...

Jun102025 by LakshartsNo Comments

Celebrated South Korean Artist Oh Myung Hee

Art and Culture

Celebrated South Korean Artist Oh Myung Hee The South Korean artist, Oh Myung Hee, with her art exhibition brought a message of Shared Humanity to Oman with her solo exhibition that was held at Bait Muzna, ‘We Are All Flowers from the Same Garden; Reflections 2014-2024’. The exhibition was held from December 3, 2024 until January 2, 2025. Bait Muzna Gallery, in collaboration with Metamorphosis Art Projects London, had announced the highly anticipated Middle Eastern launch of “We Are All Flowers from the Same Garden,” a solo retrospective exhibition by the renowned South Korean artist Oh Myung Hee. Under the patronage of Sayyida Susan Al Said, Oh Myung Hee exhibited for the very first time in Oman. This solo retrospective celebrated a decade of Oh Myung Hee’s artistic ex...

Jun102025 by LakshartsNo Comments

Gold shines on

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Gold shines on Lakshmi Kothaneth There might be metals and minerals, but gold continues to shine. The dilemma has always been about whether to use gold as an investment or as jewelry. Traditionally in Arabic and Asian cultures, gold has been part of a woman’s personal wealth, especially her bridal jewelry. My friend tells me her favorite designs are traditional Omani designs. And others might say gold is too yellow, and they want something subtler, so perhaps they will opt for 18 carat gold, which is known to have 75% gold and 25% alloys. Whatever the case may be, gold continues with its demand and prominence. At present, the gold price is at its peak, and it is one metal that reflects world politics. This is the time people ...