New sea route launched between Qatar and Bahrain
Qatar and Bahrain have launched a new passenger ferry service between Qatar’s Al-Ruwais Port and Bahrain’s Khalifa Bin Salman Port. The 50-minute journey is the first of its kind between the two countries. The ferry can carry approximately 28 to 32 passengers per trip. A round-trip ticket in economy class costs 265 riyals. The new […]
Qatar Boat Show 2025 kicks off at Old Doha Port
The Qatar Boat Show 2025 kicked off at Old Doha Port, attracting thousands of visitors and highlighting Qatar’s growing role in the local maritime industry. This year’s edition features 505 brands, 85 exhibitors and over 65 yachts from 25 countries, a 25% increase on last year. More than half of the exhibitors are Qatari companies, […]
Aswaq Winter Festival to kick off at Umm Salal Market on November 6
The Ministry of Municipality and Hasad Food Company have announced the second Aswaq Winter Festival, which will take place at Umm Salal Central Market from November 6 to December 17, 2025. The six-week event, organised by Aswaq for Food Facilities Management, aims to promote local products and support Qatari farmers, producers and small businesses. The […]
Roads to be temporarily closed at two locations for repairs
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) has announced temporary closures at two key locations for repairs and restoration work. The Jabour Bin Ahmed Intersection will be completely closed to traffic from all four directions from 2am on Friday, November 7 until 7am on Saturday, November 8. In addition, Al Corniche Street will be completely closed to […]
Children under 10 years old should not sit in the front seat of vehicles: Ministry of Home Affairs
The Ministry of Home Affairs has warned against strict compliance with traffic regulations on child seating to ensure the safety of children inside vehicles. The Ministry of Home Affairs stressed in a statement that placing children under the age of ten in the front seat is a clear violation of Article (3) of the Traffic […]
Maritime activities suspended for World Social Development Summit
The Ministry of Transport announced the temporary suspension of all maritime activities between Hamad International Airport and the Fairmont Hotel Waterfront in Lusail City. The Ministry of Transport announced the temporary suspension of maritime activities from 6:00 am on November 4, 2025 to 10:00 am on November 7, 2025. This ban applies to all types […]
Road closures in several locations for World Social Development Summit
The Ministry of Interior has announced a number of temporary road closures as Qatar hosts the World Social Development Summit on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Roads will be closed from 6:00 am to 5:00 pm to ensure smooth traffic and safety during the event. The following roads will be closed: The Second World Social Development […]
November fuel prices announced
Qatar Energy has announced fuel prices for November, showing a slight reduction in petrol prices. The price of premium grade petrol has been reduced to 1.95 riyals per litre, while super grade petrol will now be 2 riyals per litre. In comparison, October prices were 2 riyals per litre and 2.05 riyals per litre, respectively. […]
Gold prices fall in Qatar market
According to Qatar National Bank (QNB), gold prices in Qatar fell 4.39% to US$3,931.97 per ounce last week. The price fell from US$4,112.68 recorded last Sunday. Other precious metals also fell, QNB data showed. Silver fell 2.28% to US$47.52 per ounce compared to the beginning of the week, while platinum fell 1.18% to US$1,594.60 per […]
Temporary road closure at Bani Hajar Intersection
The Public Works Authority (Ashghal) in coordination with the General Traffic Department has announced a temporary traffic ban at Bani Hajar Intersection from 12:00 AM to 5:00 AM on Tuesday, November 4. The closure will apply to vehicles coming from Al Shuhada Street to Dukhan and vehicles leaving from Khalifa Street to Al Shuhada Street. […]