Qatar

What’s in a name? Send SMS to ministry to reveal it all 03 Aug 2016 - 12:00 am

By Nada Fahad Al-Baker DOHA: In a unique move, the Ministry of Municipality and Environment has launched a new service through SMS to...

Qatar concerned over worsening humanitarian situation in Syria 03 Aug 2016 - 12:00 am

Doha: Qatar has voiced concern over the deterioration of the humanitarian situation in the Syrian city of Aleppo. In a statement yesterday, the...

Resale of gold jewellery a ‘lost bargain’; Visit more than one gold shop to get the best price 03 Aug 2016 - 12:00 am

(File photo: Reuters) By Sanaullah Ataullah DOHA: A recent initiative by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce to regulate the trade of gold...

RAF to hold charity bazaar from August 12 03 Aug 2016 - 12:00 am

Dresses and household items showcased at a charity bazaar held earlier by RAF. DOHA: Sheikh Thani bin Abdullah Foundation for Humanitarian Services (RAF)...

Qatari youth provide cold water and juices to workers 02 Aug 2016 - 12:24 am

Workers receive cold water bottles at their site, distributed by RAF recently. By Sanaullah Ataullah DOHA: With temperature soaring, some Qatari youths have...

Ministry launches parent satisfaction survey 02 Aug 2016 - 12:23 am

By Nada Fahad Al Baker DOHA: The Ministry of Education and Higher Education has launched an online survey for parents ahead of the...

Minister hold meetings with officials in Muscat 02 Aug 2016 - 12:17 am

Doha: Minister of Municipality and Environment H E Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Rumaihi yesterday met the Undersecretary at Oman’s Ministry of Housing, Engineer...

Summer of entertainment begins 02 Aug 2016 - 12:15 am

Qatar Tourism Authority officials and guests at the opening of Qatar Summer Festival 2016 at Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre yesterday. Pic: Salim...

New Metrash 2 service for minor mishaps 02 Aug 2016 - 12:13 am

Brig. Mohamed Saad Al Kharji (second left), Director-General, Traffic Department, speaking during a press conference in the presernce of Colonel Ibrahim Mohammed Al...

RAF fundraiser on radio for internally displaced in Iraq 02 Aug 2016 - 12:13 am

Displaced people receiving urgent aid provided by RAF in Al Falluja, Iraq. DOHA: To provide urgent humanitarian aid for internally displaced people (IDP)...

Qatar ‘has key role in global theme park industry’ 02 Aug 2016 - 12:10 am

Gaming enthusiasts in action. DOHA: Qatar will play an important role in the global billion-dollar theme park and amusement industry, according to Abdul...

DFI to show Emirati film at MIA Auditorium 02 Aug 2016 - 12:08 am

A scene from the film Going to Heaven to be screened on Thursday and Friday at 7.30pm at Museum of Islamic Art Auditorium. ...

Barwa signs SR659m land deal in Saudi 02 Aug 2016 - 12:08 am

By Satish Kanady DOHA: Barwa Real Estate has announced the purchase of a vacant land plot of 2,216,060sqm in Janadriyah area in the...

Ooredoo enhances range of mobile data top-ups 02 Aug 2016 - 12:07 am

Doha: Ooredoo yesterday announced the launch of two new low-priced data recharges, as the company continues to ensure the Internet is accessible for...

HMC: Early detection can help treat skin cancer 02 Aug 2016 - 12:07 am

Doha: Hamad Medical Corporation’s (HMC) Dermatology Consultant Dr. Haya Al Mannai has highlighted the importance of seeking early assistance when signs of skin...

RAF to provide meat of scarified animals during Eid Al Adha in 62 countries 02 Aug 2016 - 12:06 am

Beneficiaries after receiving their share of meat of scarified animals last Eid Al Adha, distributed by RAF in Tajikistan DOHA: Sheikh Thani bin...

Supreme Committee launches redesigned website 02 Aug 2016 - 12:06 am

Doha: The Supreme Committee for Delivery & Legacy (SC) has launched a redesigned website (www.sc.qa) which allows the world to track Qatar’s progress...

Minister appoints director 02 Aug 2016 - 12:06 am

Doha: Minister of Municipality and Environment H E Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Rumaihi yesterday issued a ministerial decision appointing Issa Rashid Ali Hamad...