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.

English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur could be the latest club to have Qatari owners as a consortium is understood to be actively pursuing the deal. Club Chairman Daniel Levy could continue at Tottenham, should the bid be successful, reported British newspaper The Guardian.

Effective February 1, 2025, Saudi Arabia will issue only single-entry visas for pilgrims from 14 countries.

On National Sport Day (NSD), the Education City Stadium was the setting for a range of women-only sports activities, attracting hundreds of enthusiastic participants. Earlier, Qatar Foundation Chairperson HH Sheikha Moza bint Nasser led NSD events at Education City as scores of community members came together to participate in sports and fitness activities.

Get ready to move, groove, and have a blast. This National Sports Day, Doha Festival City is the place to be, bringing the community together for an action-packed celebration filled with exciting fitness sessions, family-friendly games, and wellness experiences designed for all ages.

Multiple venues across Qatar are currently hosting a variety of sports activities as the country celebrates the annual National Sport Day (NSD) with full vigour and enthusiasm. Qatar’s Minister of Sports and Youth HE Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Thani highlighted the importance of NSD activities in promoting a healthy lifestyle among people.

The Katara Cultural Village will host several events of the National Sport Day (NSD) programme on Tuesday. A number of ministries, government agencies, private institutions, and members of the public are expected to take part. The events, which will begin at 8am, will go on until 5pm.

On National Sport Day, the Aspire Zone Foundation will host a diverse range of over 20 sporting activities, designed for all members of the community, at its open-air facilities in Aspire Park. The activities, which will begin at 8am and go on until 1pm, are tailored to suit people of different age groups and fitness levels.

Msheireb Downtown Doha is set to transform itself into a beehive of activity on Tuesday when it hosts several events as part of Qatar’s National Sport Day. Different activities involving sports, technology, and wellness will be available and they will be a perfect fit for the entire family. The different activities will run from 8am to 4pm, and 5pm to 8pm.

Tuesday, February 11, 2025, will be an official holiday in Qatar to celebrate National Sport Day.