Hamad International Airport (HIA) in Doha has issued updated travel tips/Image: File Hamad International Airport (HIA) in Doha has issued updated travel tips and procedures to streamline the arrival experience for returning travellers as the summer holiday season ends and the new school year begins. The recommendations focus on safe transportation, efficient luggage collection, and […]
Report crimes in Qatar using the Metrash mobile app/Representative Image Qatar’s Ministry of Interior (MoI) has introduced a quick, anonymous way to report crimes and suspicious activities through the Metrash mobile application. This service aims to speed up police response times and enhance public safety and security across the country.Metrash is Qatar’s official mobile application […]
General Authority of Customs has reported substantial seizures during July/Image: File The General Authority of Customs in Qatar has reported substantial seizures during July, with a focus on narcotics and violations related to tax evasion, regulatory infringements, and intellectual property rights. This reflects ongoing, year-round enforcement to protect Qatar’s borders and society from illicit trade.TL;DR: […]
Tim Cook gave a unique gift of 24-K gold and a glass statue to President Trump. Senator Bernie Sanders took a jibe at President Donald Trump and Apple CEO Tim Cook and said if one can’t be rich enough as Qatar to be able to give Trump a $400 million plane, one can be like […]
Kahramaa announced that Qatar has surpassed 300 fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers/Image: File TL;DR: Qatar has installed over 300 fast EV chargers nationwide as of 1 August 2025 under its green mobility initiative. These DC fast chargers deliver high-power, rapid charging, often bringing EV batteries from 20% to 80% in under 30 minutes. This infrastructure […]
Qatar emerges high with its Permanent Residency programme/Representative Image TL;DR: Qatar grants up to 100 permanent residency permits annually under Law No. (10) of 2018 issued by the Ministry of Interior (MOI). Eligibility depends on continuous residence: 20 years if born abroad, or 10 years if born in Qatar. Must also meet Arab proficiency, good […]
Doha named 5th most tax-friendly city in the world in 2025/Image: Shutterstock TL;DR: Doha ranks 5th globally in the 2025 Tax-Friendly Cities Index by Multipolitan, ahead of Zurich, Hong Kong, and London Seven GCC cities, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Manama, Doha, Kuwait City, Riyadh, and Muscat made it to the top 20 Qatar’s tax regime includes […]
QOC President has confirmed ongoing discussions with the IOC regarding Doha’s potential bid for the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games/Image: File TL;DR: The QOC has formally confirmed ongoing discussions with the International Olympic Committee for a bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. Qatar already possesses about 95% of the required sports […]
Qatari travelers can now explore Peru visa-free for up to 183 days/ Representative Image TL;DR Starting July 2025, Qatari nationals with ordinary passports can enter Peru without a visa for stays up to 183 days. This change simplifies travel planning for tourism and business, removing previous visa barriers. Peru expects this to boost tourism, strengthen […]
Indian expat families in Qatar are building stable lives through work, education, and community/ Representative Image TL;DR Qatar is attracting Indian professionals with career growth, safety, and family-friendly living. Indian-run businesses are growing, with fewer barriers to ownership than before. Legal reforms have improved job flexibility and worker protections for Indian expats. For many Indians […]
