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The India–Oman CEPA enables structured mobility pathways for professionals and service providers, including longer stays for key categories such as professionals, independent practitioners, and business visitors. These provisions, along with facilitation for workforce movement across 6,000+ joint ventures, strengthen cross-border business engagement and deepen India–Oman economic cooperation.

The India–Oman CEPA enhances market access for Indian pharmaceutical products by enabling zero-duty treatment, quicker regulatory approvals, and more streamlined procedures.
Measures such as fast-track authorisations, mutual recognition of GMP standards, and simplified compliance norms are expected to strengthen pharmaceutical trade and deepen healthcare cooperation.

With the India–Oman CEPA entering into force today, a stronger framework is now in place to support the next phase of economic engagement between the two countries. The Agreement will help unlock new avenues for trade, investment and business collaboration, while building on the longstanding partnership between India and Oman.

As businesses across sectors prepare to leverage the opportunities created by the CEPA, the Agreement is expected to drive greater economic activity, strengthen regional connectivity and contribute to a more resilient and future-ready trade relationship.

India-Oman CEPA enters into force today, marking a significant milestone in the economic partnership between the two countries.

The agreement will strengthen India's access to the GCC and wider Middle East markets, reinforce centuries-old India-Oman ties, and build on growing bilateral trade which reached USD 11.18 billion in FY 2025-26.

With over 6 lakh Indians in Oman and strong trade complementarities, the CEPA is set to boost exports, competitiveness and long-term economic cooperation.

Under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana, employees who secure their first formal job can get an incentive of up to ₹15,000, paid in two instalments.

Ms. Vandana Gurnani, Secretary, MoLE, felicitated the winners for their exemplary contributions towards promoting Swachhata during the Swachhata Pakhwada 2026 Awards Distribution Ceremony at Shram Shakti Bhawan, New Delhi. She encouraged all the participants to sustain the momentum towards a cleaner and healthier workplace environment.

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Rising temperatures call for extra care🥤👕

Stay safe this summer by staying hydrated, avoiding direct sunlight, and limiting outdoor activities during peak heat hours.

Proud of our Yuva Shakti for their phenomenal achievement at the Asian U20 Athletics Championships 2026. 🇮🇳

Their outstanding performance reflects the growing strength of Indian sports under the leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi ji.