Traffic restrictions on Naga Al Sahla Street on Saturday
Ashghal, the Qatar Public Works Authority, has announced temporary traffic restrictions on Naga Al Sahla Street. The restrictions will apply to vehicles traveling from Garafat Al Rayyan Street to Bani Hajar. The road will be closed for five hours from 2am to 7am on Saturday, January 31, 2026. This arrangement has been made in cooperation […]
Cold weather to ease in Qatar from today
The star ‘Al Baldah’ will be visible in the sky in Qatar from today (January 28, 2026). The Qatar Meteorological Department announced that this is the last stage of the winter ‘Shabat’ season. Shabat is the second stage of winter. It has two parts, Al Naeem and Al Baldah. Each lasts for 13 days. This […]
Learn Arabic for free; Qatar Ministry of Awqaf with ‘Takalam’ platform
The Qatar Ministry of Awqaf has provided an opportunity for expatriates and foreigners to learn Arabic for free. This facility is provided through the ‘Takalam’ website and mobile app. The course has been prepared in a way that helps non-Arabic speakers easily handle the language. Features: How to register: In addition to online classes, the […]
Rain likely in Qatar on Thursday
The Meteorological Department has announced that there is a possibility of light rain in some places in Qatar on Thursday (January 29). The forecast says that there is a possibility of rain in various parts of the country that day. This was stated in the latest weather report issued on January 27. The report also […]
Ministry of Awqaf plans to host Iftar feasts for 360,000 people
The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs announced the launch of the Iftar al-Sa’im (Iftar for the Fast) project for Ramadan 2026. It said the initiative has been expanded to nine Iftar tent sites. The project, which was unveiled at a press conference held at the General Directorate of Endowments, is expected to serve more […]
QIFF concludes with a bang
The 15th Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) concluded with a bang, with a record 490,493 visitors attending over 10 days at the 974 stadium precinct. This made it the most attended edition in the festival’s history. QIFF 2026, organised by Visit Qatar, saw a 36% increase in attendance year-on-year, with 10% of attendees being international […]
Ramadan Bazaar at Heenat Salma from January 28
A family-friendly Ramadan celebration will take place at Heenat Salma from January 28 to February 1, 2026. The event, which runs from 3pm to 10pm daily, is free to the public and requires no tickets or advance registration. Visitors can enjoy free experiences and paid workshops designed for all ages. Families can relax in interactive […]
Metrolink announces new route
Doha Metro and Lusail Tram have announced an update to their Metrolink feeder bus services, introducing a new route to improve last-mile connectivity for commuters. According to the announcement, a new free feeder bus route, M318, operating from Exit 1 of Al Sudan Station, will commence operations from Sunday, January 25, 2026. The new Metrolink […]
Strong winds and dust storms expected in Qatar on Sunday
The Qatar Meteorological Department has announced that strong northwesterly winds will blow in most parts of the country on January 25 and 26, 2026. The department said that dust clouds will be generated in many areas as the winds strengthen, which is likely to reduce visibility at times. In addition to the windy weather, temperatures […]
The Chainsmokers and Jonas Brothers to arrive in Doha
Global music stars The Chainsmokers will headline the opening show of Match for Hope 2026, which will take place at the Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium on January 30 from 6:30pm to 7:00pm. The show will run from 6:30pm to 7:00pm. Fans will also be treated to a special half-time performance by the Jonas Brothers. Tickets […]