Latest Qatar News
UPDA embarks on land survey to meet housing requirements of nationals -17/8/2008
The Urban Planning Development Authority (UPDA) has embarked on a survey to analyze the land requirement by the state for nationals in the near future.
Qatar National Bank to build tallest tower in Doha -17/8/2008
The Qatar National Bank, has announced plans to built one of the tallest towers in Doha, as its new Headquarters.
Qatari Flag flies high at Beijing Olympic Village -8/8/2008
The Qatari Olympic team yesterday officially hoisted their state flag at the Beijing Olympic Village yesterday.
Bahrain-Qatar Causeway will be complete by 2013 -6/8/2008
Construction on the Qatar-Bahrain Causeway, which is all set to be the largest man-made bridge in the world, is due to begin in January 2009, and will be complete by 2013, it has been announced.
Expats annoyed over rejection of visa applications for aged relatives -4/8/2008
Several expatriates have expressed their disappointment over the recent regulation issued by the Immigration Department regarding refusal of visit visas to relatives aged 65years and above.
Kahramaa distributes Smart Cards for better consumer care -30/7/2008
The Qatar General Electricity and Water Corporation (Kahramaa) has begun distribution of Smart Cards to its consumers.
Public Sector citizens choose part time businesses to supplement income -27/7/2008
Most citizens working in the public sector are choosing additional business activities after regular working hours to manage the increasing cost of living.
Qatar is the wealthiest country in Middle East -20/7/2008
As per a report by the International Bank of Qatar (IBQ), Qatar has been projected to become the richest country in the world, in terms of GDP (Gross Domestic Product) per capita income, which has been estimated to be $76,000 last year.
Ashghal builds 16 new schools in Qatar -20/7/2008
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) recently constructed 16 new schools at a total cost of QR620mn, in Doha and outskirts.
QEC, UREC sign pact to develop first of the five districts in Tarfeeh City -20/7/2008
Qatar Entertainment City (QEC), the unique mega mixed-use development in Qatar by the Abu Dhabi Investment House, has entered into a development agreement with United Real Estate Company (UREC) in Kuwait to develop the first among the five districts, within the $3bn QEC project, the first integrated family destination.
Qatar creates history with largest LNG Carrier in the world -16/7/2008
The largest LNG Carrier in the world is now in Qatar.
Air Arabia announces early check-in facility for passengers -8/7/2008
Air Arabia has announced an early check-in procedure for its passengers, wherein passengers can check-in 24 hours prior to actual flight time.
No downward trend noticed in rent rates, say property agents -8/7/2008
The rents in Qatar are dependent on the attitude of individual landlords, rather than the demand-supply factor, reports The Peninsula.
Suspension of budget airline leaves several travelers disappointed -6/7/2008
It was a big disappointment for several hundreds of Nepalese travelers who booked tickets with the budget carrier, as the airline has arrived at a decision to suspend its operations beginning 11th July.
Soaring rents compel Doha expats to consider leasehold apartments -6/7/2008
Unable to manage the soaring rents, several expatriates in Doha have signed up to buy leasehold apartments.
Despite steep airfares more Qataris opt travelling abroad this summer -3/7/2008
The scorching summer heat in Doha has forced Qatari residents to seek destinations outside Qatar to spend their holidays.
Stringent measures imposed on short-term visitors who disobey visa rules -3/7/2008
The British government has imposed stringent rules on family members of UK residents who are on a short-term visit from abroad, but, do not abide by the rules.
High rents brings Qatar realty market to a standstill -3/7/2008
Rising rents in Qatar has led to a decline in the real estate activities in the country, with several new apartments lying empty, with no takers.
New luxury hotel rooms likely in Qatar within next four years -24/6/2008
According to a study by QNB Economics and Research Department, shortage of luxury hotel rooms in the country will ease considerably towards the year 2012.
New expressway likely to interlink industrial cities in Qatar -24/6/2008
An expressway is likely to connect the industrial cities in Qatar soon.
IHG signs deal to develop Crown Plaza hotel in Doha -22/6/2008
The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) has entered into an agreement with Trans Orient Group, to develop Crowne Plaza in Qatar, adjacent to Doha Airport.
Qatar Airways introduces non-stop flights to Kozhikode -22/6/2008
Qatar Airways has launched non-stop flights from Doha to Kozhikode, a district in the South Indian State, Kerala.
Smart ID Card facility embraced by Qataris -19/6/2008
The introduction of Smart ID Cards for travel to Saudi Arabia has been welcomed by Qataris.
New Biometric Data Collection Center unveiled at Doha City Center -16/6/2008
The permanent biometric data collection center of the Ministry of Interior was recently unveiled at the Doha City Center, for issuing Smart ID Cards to nationals.
22 new parks likely in Qatar -16/6/2008
It has been disclosed during a recent meeting held at the Central Municipal Council (CMC) that Qatar has embarked on a plan to build 22 new parks in various parts of the country.
