HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani arrived in the Iranian capital city of Tehran on an official visit on Wednesday. Several top Iranian officials welcomed HH The Amir and his entourage at the Mehrabad International Airport.
Some of the world’s best fighters across multiple disciplines are set for a sensational showdown at the Lusail Sports Arena on Thursday during the ONE 171: Qatar championship. There will be a total of 14 fights, including multiple World title clashes in MMA, Muay Thai, kickboxing, and submission grappling.
The Lusail International Circuit has launched an Early Bird promotion for the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2025, which will run at the iconic venue for the fourth year in a row. Starting February 18, fans can purchase all tickets, except hospitality packages, for a 10% discount during the promotion period.
Qatar and India formally signed an agreement on Tuesday to elevate their ties to ‘strategic partnership.’ They also exchanged several MoUs to boost trade, energy, investments, innovation, technology, food security, and culture. The MoUs were signed in the presence of HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who is in India for a two-day state visit, was accorded a grand ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. Indian President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi were also present.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani was accorded a warm welcome at the Palam Air Base by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday. Sheikh Tamim, who is on a two-day state visit in India, was given a guard of honour at the airport.
Qatar’s Ministry of Interior (MoI) has urged the country’s residents and citizens to download the new Metrash app in order to continue availing its services. MoI, in an X post, said the existing Metrash app (Metrash 2) will be discontinued on March 1.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani will head to the Indian capital of New Delhi on Monday, on a state visit, during which he will meet with President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The agenda during Sheikh Tamim’s visit will be on economic collaboration, defence cooperation, and energy security.
Amanda Anisimova made history at the Qatar TotalEnergies Open 2025, securing her first WTA 1000 title with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Jelena Ostapenko in Doha. Ranked 41st, she becomes the lowest-ranked player to win the tournament and the first American champion since Monica Seles in 2002.
The Lusail Classic, part of the 2025 Qatar 1812 KM race weekend, takes motorsport fans on a thrilling journey to the golden age of endurance racing. The schedule includes Free Practice (Feb 27), Qualifying (Feb 28), and the Feature Race (Feb 28).
The second edition of Match for Hope delivered high-energy football and entertainment at Stadium 974 in Doha, raising an impressive QR39.17 million ($10.73 million) for the Education Above All Foundation (EAA). Team KSI x AboFlah edged out Team Chunkz x IShowSpeed in a 6-5 thriller, with Adam Waheed securing the winning goal.
Five women from Qatar have been recognized on Forbes Middle East’s 100 Most Powerful Businesswomen list for 2025. The honorees include influential figures in finance, healthcare, technology, and education, all of whom have demonstrated leadership and innovation in their respective fields.
This Ramadan, Le Royal Meridien Place Vendome Lusail is offering exquisite experiences curated specially for you. A selection of delectable Iftar and Sohour offerings await, featuring traditional favorites and international delights in a setting of modern elegance.
ONE Championship, the world’s largest martial arts organization, will make its highly anticipated return to the Middle East with ONE 171: Qatar at the Lusail Sports Arena on February 20. Ooredoo Qatar has joined hands with them to be the event’s Official Telecom Partner, reinforcing its commitment to supporting premier sporting events in Qatar.
The Saudi Cultural Week will run at Darb Al Saai in Umm Salal from February 18 to 21, announced Qatar’s Ministry of Culture. The event will offer the public a chance to interact with Saudi Arabia’s rich heritage through exhibits highlighting Saudi culture.
The third Souq Waqif International Dates Exhibition, which runs until February 24, kicked off in the eastern arena of Souq Waqif on Thursday. The exhibition, which will see 95 companies from seven nations take part, will run every day from 9am to 12pm and 3.30pm to 10pm.
Education Above All Foundation, a global development and education foundation, has reopened the Al Fakhoora House in Gaza. The vital education hub, built with the support of Qatar Fund for Development, had earlier tragically been destroyed during the war on Gaza by Israel.
Qatar Charity (QC) announced that it was urgently intervening to support displaced and affected families in the Gaza Strip. In addition to distributing 2,300 food baskets, it also dispatched 16 aid trucks carrying essential supplies to support displaced families and ensure the continuous flow of aid into the Strip.
The 14th edition of the Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) officially kicked off at the Hotel Park on Wednesday. The 10-day event, which will be a celebration of gastronomy, entertainment, and cultural exchange, is expected to attract thousands of food lovers. QIFF 2025, which brings together over 100 local vendors and 27 international restaurants and cafes, will conclude on February 22.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has restructured the Board of Directors of the Social and Sports Contribution Fund (DAAM). While HE Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saud Al Thani will be the new chairman, HE Sheikh Saud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al Thani will be the Vice Chairman.
HH The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani issued today Amiri Decision No. 6 of 2025, restructuring the Board of Directors of the Qatar Development Bank. As per the decision, Qatar’s Minister of Finance HE Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari will be the new Chairman while Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani will be the Vice Chairman.
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