Qatar

Country Qatar
Capital Doha
Continent Asia
Currency Riyal(QAR)
Languages Arabic

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Ruled by the al-Thani family since the mid-1800s, Qatar transformed itself from a poor British protectorate noted mainly for pearling into an independent state with significant oil and natural gas revenues. During the late 1980s and early 1990s, the Qatari economy was crippled by a continuous siphoning off of petroleum revenues by the Amir, who had ruled the country since 1972. His son, the current Amir HAMAD bin Khalifa al-Thani, overthrew him in a bloodless coup in 1995. In 2001, Qatar resolved its longstanding border disputes with both Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. As of 2007, oil and natural gas revenues had enabled Qatar to attain the second-highest per capita income in the world.

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Netanyahu confidant expedited Qatari cash to Gaza, at Hamas' request - HaaretzNetanyahu confidant expedited Qatari cash to Gaza, at Hamas' request  Haaretz

‘No charges, no clarity’: Family of Indian techie detained in Qatar pleads for help, uncertain about his relea - CNBCTV18‘No charges, no clarity’: Family of Indian techie detained in Qatar pleads for help, uncertain about his relea  CNBCTV18

Eid Al-Fitr announcements from across the world - The PeninsulaEid Al-Fitr announcements from across the world  The Peninsula

Ministry of Labour announces Eid Al-Fitr holiday for private sector - The PeninsulaMinistry of Labour announces Eid Al-Fitr holiday for private sector  The Peninsula

Qatar gears up for a grand Eid celebration| Gulf Times - Gulf TimesQatar gears up for a grand Eid celebration| Gulf Times  Gulf Times

Gail's 12 LNG cargoes per year deal with Qatar Energy starts next month - Business StandardGail's 12 LNG cargoes per year deal with Qatar Energy starts next month  Business Standard

‘They Will Label Us as Spies’: The Afghan Students Abandoned by America - The New York Times‘They Will Label Us as Spies’: The Afghan Students Abandoned by America  The New York Times

US citizen detained in Afghanistan by Taliban released to Qatari embassy - The GuardianUS citizen detained in Afghanistan by Taliban released to Qatari embassy  The Guardian

Qatar Airways Pilots Salary in 2025 and Hidden Perks - Aviation A2zQatar Airways Pilots Salary in 2025 and Hidden Perks  Aviation A2z

Qatar hosts talks with Congo and Rwanda, also meets with rebels - The New ArabQatar hosts talks with Congo and Rwanda, also meets with rebels  The New Arab

Qatar’s producer prices steady in February as oil, gas drag index - Arab NewsQatar’s producer prices steady in February as oil, gas drag index  Arab News

Qatar receives initial US approval to purchase MQ-9 armed drones for nearly $2 billion - The Times of IsraelQatar receives initial US approval to purchase MQ-9 armed drones for nearly $2 billion  The Times of Israel

Tech Mahindra: Family of Indian citizen detained in Qatar wait for answers - BBC.comTech Mahindra: Family of Indian citizen detained in Qatar wait for answers  BBC.com

Parents of Tech Mahindra employee detained in Qatar say son is ‘breaking down mentally’ under ‘inhuman’ conditions - Hindustan TimesParents of Tech Mahindra employee detained in Qatar say son is ‘breaking down mentally’ under ‘inhuman’ conditions  Hindustan Times

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Date: When is Ramzan Eid in 2025? - The Indian ExpressEid-ul-Fitr 2025 Date: When is Ramzan Eid in 2025?  The Indian Express

UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iran, Bahrain, and others grant pardons - The Economic TimesUAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Iran, Bahrain, and others grant pardons  The Economic Times

L&T secures its largest-ever order of over Rs 15,000 crore in Qatar; shares in green - MoneycontrolL&T secures its largest-ever order of over Rs 15,000 crore in Qatar; shares in green  Moneycontrol

Qatar Sees A Surge in Travel Insurance Sales Ahead of Eid al-Fitr - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Sees A Surge in Travel Insurance Sales Ahead of Eid al-Fitr  Travel And Tour World

Indian national detained in Qatar; embassy extending assistance - The HinduIndian national detained in Qatar; embassy extending assistance  The Hindu

US Approves Sale Of $1.96 Billion MQ-9B Drones To Qatar - NDTVUS Approves Sale Of $1.96 Billion MQ-9B Drones To Qatar  NDTV

Tech Mahindra top executive arrested in Qatar faces charges of alleged corruption - ThePrintTech Mahindra top executive arrested in Qatar faces charges of alleged corruption  ThePrint

Hamas says it agrees to new Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar - FRANCE 24 EnglishHamas says it agrees to new Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar  FRANCE 24 English

US greenlights potential $1.96 billion MQ-9B drone deal for Qatar - Breaking DefenseUS greenlights potential $1.96 billion MQ-9B drone deal for Qatar  Breaking Defense

Eid 2025 crescent moon sighting: Saudi Arabia officially declares first day of Eid, celebrations in Saudi Ara - India.comEid 2025 crescent moon sighting: Saudi Arabia officially declares first day of Eid, celebrations in Saudi Ara  India.com

GAIL's 12 LNG cargoes a year deal with Qatar Energy starts next month - The Economic TimesGAIL's 12 LNG cargoes a year deal with Qatar Energy starts next month  The Economic Times

Qatar Airways Deepens Australia Presence Via Virgin Alliance, Boosting Travel With New Flights From Sydney, Brisbane, And Perth To Doha - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Airways Deepens Australia Presence Via Virgin Alliance, Boosting Travel With New Flights From Sydney, Brisbane, And Perth To Doha  Travel And Tour World

What Tech Mahindra Said On Indian Employee Detained In Qatar For 3 Months - NDTVWhat Tech Mahindra Said On Indian Employee Detained In Qatar For 3 Months  NDTV

Indian techie in Qatar custody for over two months, Embassy ‘in touch’ with authorities - The Indian ExpressIndian techie in Qatar custody for over two months, Embassy ‘in touch’ with authorities  The Indian Express

Gujarat Family's Long Wait After Indian Techie Working In Qatar Detained - NDTVGujarat Family's Long Wait After Indian Techie Working In Qatar Detained  NDTV

Indian Techie Detained In Qatar For Over 3 Months On Data Theft Charge - NDTVIndian Techie Detained In Qatar For Over 3 Months On Data Theft Charge  NDTV

Who is Amit Gupta, Indian techie detained in Qatar? - Hindustan TimesWho is Amit Gupta, Indian techie detained in Qatar?  Hindustan Times

Who is Amit Gupta? Tech Mahindra employee detained in Qatar for nearly three months - MintWho is Amit Gupta? Tech Mahindra employee detained in Qatar for nearly three months  Mint

Eid 2025 crescent moon sighting: March 30 or March 31? When is Eid in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, UAE, Qatar, India, - India.comEid 2025 crescent moon sighting: March 30 or March 31? When is Eid in Saudi Arabia, Dubai, UAE, Qatar, India,  India.com

India extends support to Tech Mahindra employee Amit Gupta detained in Qatar - Hindustan TimesIndia extends support to Tech Mahindra employee Amit Gupta detained in Qatar  Hindustan Times

Netanyahu’s close associate reportedly aided transfer of Qatari funds to Gaza - The Times of IsraelNetanyahu’s close associate reportedly aided transfer of Qatari funds to Gaza  The Times of Israel

Indian techie detained in Qatar without charges for over 3 months, parents seek PMO’s help - The Times of IndiaIndian techie detained in Qatar without charges for over 3 months, parents seek PMO’s help  The Times of India

Who is Amit Gupta? Tech Mahindra employee detained in Qatar, company responds - The Financial ExpressWho is Amit Gupta? Tech Mahindra employee detained in Qatar, company responds  The Financial Express

Hamas agrees to new Gaza ceasefire proposal of Egypt and Qatar - the voice of vietnamHamas agrees to new Gaza ceasefire proposal of Egypt and Qatar  the voice of vietnam

Australia's competition watchdog authorises Virgin-Qatar Airways alliance - ReutersAustralia's competition watchdog authorises Virgin-Qatar Airways alliance  Reuters

Hamas says it accepts a new Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt, Qatar - National HeraldHamas says it accepts a new Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt, Qatar  National Herald

ONGC to import ethane to make up for changed Qatar LNG composition - Business StandardONGC to import ethane to make up for changed Qatar LNG composition  Business Standard

Gujarat engineer detained in Qatar, Indian Mission in touch with family: Sources - India TodayGujarat engineer detained in Qatar, Indian Mission in touch with family: Sources  India Today

Qatar hosts talks between Congo and Rwanda, also meets with rebels, sources say - Reuters.comQatar hosts talks between Congo and Rwanda, also meets with rebels, sources say  Reuters.com

China, Singapore, United Arab Emirates and Qatar Unite at Hotel & Shop Plus 2025 A Premier Global Hub for Innovation, Networking, and Trends in Hospitality and Commercial Spaces - Travel And Tour WorldChina, Singapore, United Arab Emirates and Qatar Unite at Hotel & Shop Plus 2025 A Premier Global Hub for Innovation, Networking, and Trends in Hospitality and Commercial Spaces  Travel And Tour World

Qatar is in line to get US drones, bombs worth $2 billion - Defense NewsQatar is in line to get US drones, bombs worth $2 billion  Defense News

US State Department approves $2 billion arms sale to Qatar - The Jerusalem PostUS State Department approves $2 billion arms sale to Qatar  The Jerusalem Post

Tech Mahindra region head detained in Qatar since January, Indian Embassy extends ‘all possible assistance’ - ThePrintTech Mahindra region head detained in Qatar since January, Indian Embassy extends ‘all possible assistance’  ThePrint

Exclusive: Qatar starts chase for $5 billion offshore megaproject at world-class gas field - Upstream OnlineExclusive: Qatar starts chase for $5 billion offshore megaproject at world-class gas field  Upstream Online

NATIONAL VOLLEYBALL TROPHY HANDED TO WINNERS IN QATAR - Asian Volleyball ConfederationNATIONAL VOLLEYBALL TROPHY HANDED TO WINNERS IN QATAR  Asian Volleyball Confederation

Eid Al-Fitr 2025: UAE, Qatar, Kuwait Confirm Eid Celebration On Sunday, March 30 As Shawwal Crescent Moon - Free Press JournalEid Al-Fitr 2025: UAE, Qatar, Kuwait Confirm Eid Celebration On Sunday, March 30 As Shawwal Crescent Moon  Free Press Journal

GAIL's 12 LNG cargoes a year deal with Qatar Energy starts next month - MSNGAIL's 12 LNG cargoes a year deal with Qatar Energy starts next month  MSN

Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways expand sustainability commitment with Renewable Developments Australia - Virgin AustraliaVirgin Australia and Qatar Airways expand sustainability commitment with Renewable Developments Australia  Virgin Australia

Weather forecast for first two days of Eid Al Fitr - The PeninsulaWeather forecast for first two days of Eid Al Fitr  The Peninsula

Qatari Royals’ $100 Billion Private Bank Ramps Up Europe Hiring - BloombergQatari Royals’ $100 Billion Private Bank Ramps Up Europe Hiring  Bloomberg

Qatar Airways – Virgin Australia alliance gets final green light - TravelMoleQatar Airways – Virgin Australia alliance gets final green light  TravelMole

Qatar Airways' Defence After Man Forced To Sit Next To Dead Passenger - NDTVQatar Airways' Defence After Man Forced To Sit Next To Dead Passenger  NDTV

Qatar welcomes announcement of new Syrian government formation - The PeninsulaQatar welcomes announcement of new Syrian government formation  The Peninsula

Qatar strongly condemns attack in Pakistan - The PeninsulaQatar strongly condemns attack in Pakistan  The Peninsula

India, Qatar aim to double bilateral trade to $28 billion in five years - Business StandardIndia, Qatar aim to double bilateral trade to $28 billion in five years  Business Standard

Qatar Airways Offers the Ultimate Pilot Experience in 2025 with Structured Growth International Perks and High Paying Roles - Travel And Tour WorldQatar Airways Offers the Ultimate Pilot Experience in 2025 with Structured Growth International Perks and High Paying Roles  Travel And Tour World

Qatar’s innovative urban development positions it as a global model, says LuLu Group executive| Gulf Times - Gulf TimesQatar’s innovative urban development positions it as a global model, says LuLu Group executive| Gulf Times  Gulf Times

From energy to diplomacy: Exploring the multifaceted India-Qatar relationship - The Economic TimesFrom energy to diplomacy: Exploring the multifaceted India-Qatar relationship  The Economic Times

Qatar declares nine-day Eid Al Fitr holiday - Gulf NewsQatar declares nine-day Eid Al Fitr holiday  Gulf News

Amir to perform Eid Al Fitr prayers tomorrow - The PeninsulaAmir to perform Eid Al Fitr prayers tomorrow  The Peninsula

Singapore Airlines Joins Air France, Etihad, Qatar and More Flights in Retiring the A380 from U.S. Airports as the Era of the World’s Largest Passenger Jet Nears Its Final Descent - Travel And Tour WorldSingapore Airlines Joins Air France, Etihad, Qatar and More Flights in Retiring the A380 from U.S. Airports as the Era of the World’s Largest Passenger Jet Nears Its Final Descent  Travel And Tour World

US approves $1.96bn MQ-9B RPA sale to Qatar - Airforce TechnologyUS approves $1.96bn MQ-9B RPA sale to Qatar  Airforce Technology

Australian regulators OK Virgin-Qatar deal - Asian AviationAustralian regulators OK Virgin-Qatar deal  Asian Aviation

?Closer than ever: On India-Qatar bilateral bonhomie - The Hindu?Closer than ever: On India-Qatar bilateral bonhomie  The Hindu

Qatar to Officially Celebrate Eid Al Fitr on March 30 - Morocco World NewsQatar to Officially Celebrate Eid Al Fitr on March 30  Morocco World News

Qatar Fund for Development Signs Grant Agreement with the Olena Zelenska Foundation to Completely Rebuild the Medical Complex in Ukraine [EN/AR] - ReliefWebQatar Fund for Development Signs Grant Agreement with the Olena Zelenska Foundation to Completely Rebuild the Medical Complex in Ukraine [EN/AR]  ReliefWeb

Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt, Turkey, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait Boost Global Travel Industry with Luxury Hotels - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Egypt, Turkey, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait Boost Global Travel Industry with Luxury Hotels  Travel And Tour World

The United States approves a major sale of drones to Qatar - Atalayar ENThe United States approves a major sale of drones to Qatar  Atalayar EN

Netanyahu claims decision to fire Shin Bet chief not connected to Qatar inquiry - The GuardianNetanyahu claims decision to fire Shin Bet chief not connected to Qatar inquiry  The Guardian

Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal from Qatar and Egypt - The New ArabHamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal from Qatar and Egypt  The New Arab

Qatar Airways defends crew for placing dead body next to couple on 14-hour flight: ‘Acted professionally’ - MintQatar Airways defends crew for placing dead body next to couple on 14-hour flight: ‘Acted professionally’  Mint

Qatar: We aspire to cooperate with the new Syrian government, enhance relations – Syrian Arab News Agency - Syrian Arab News AgencyQatar: We aspire to cooperate with the new Syrian government, enhance relations – Syrian Arab News Agency  Syrian Arab News Agency

India – Qatar Joint Statement - PM IndiaIndia – Qatar Joint Statement  PM India

Hamas accepts new Gaza ceasefire proposal brokered by Egypt and Qatar - Saudi GazetteHamas accepts new Gaza ceasefire proposal brokered by Egypt and Qatar  Saudi Gazette

Qatar celebrates Eid al-Fitr with religious fervour| Gulf Times - Gulf TimesQatar celebrates Eid al-Fitr with religious fervour| Gulf Times  Gulf Times

The Qatar Weekly Update (QWU) – Part Of The Qatar Monitor Project (QMP) – No. 12, March 28, 2025 - Middle East Media Research InstituteThe Qatar Weekly Update (QWU) – Part Of The Qatar Monitor Project (QMP) – No. 12, March 28, 2025  Middle East Media Research Institute

Kushner's Affinity's assets jump to $4.8 billion after Gulf cash injection - ReutersKushner's Affinity's assets jump to $4.8 billion after Gulf cash injection  Reuters

In rare gesture, PM Modi receives Amir of Qatar at airport - The HinduIn rare gesture, PM Modi receives Amir of Qatar at airport  The Hindu

Former Indian Navy officials jailed in Qatari prison call for return of colleague left behind - The HinduFormer Indian Navy officials jailed in Qatari prison call for return of colleague left behind  The Hindu

Qatar’s investment strategies boost interest from foreign buyers - The PeninsulaQatar’s investment strategies boost interest from foreign buyers  The Peninsula

US gives initial approval for Qatar to purchase MQ-9 armed drones for nearly $2 billion - The Associated PressUS gives initial approval for Qatar to purchase MQ-9 armed drones for nearly $2 billion  The Associated Press

‘Qatar-South Africa bilateral relations remarkably strong’ - The Peninsula‘Qatar-South Africa bilateral relations remarkably strong’  The Peninsula

Amir of Qatar to visit India on February 17-18 - The HinduAmir of Qatar to visit India on February 17-18  The Hindu

Qatar, UAE and Saudi preparing joint bid for Rugby World Cup - The TimesQatar, UAE and Saudi preparing joint bid for Rugby World Cup  The Times

Qatar to invest $10 billion, PM Modi and Amir discuss FTA, Gaza - The Times of IndiaQatar to invest $10 billion, PM Modi and Amir discuss FTA, Gaza  The Times of India

PayLater Becomes First Company to Receive BNPL License from Qatar Central Bank - MSNPayLater Becomes First Company to Receive BNPL License from Qatar Central Bank  MSN

How Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Egypt, Oman, Qatar, Turkey Boost Medical Tourism with Global Healthcare Innovation and Wellness, What You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldHow Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Egypt, Oman, Qatar, Turkey Boost Medical Tourism with Global Healthcare Innovation and Wellness, What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

MotoGP, Jorge Martin: "I don't know how it will go, but I want to try to race in Qatar." - GPOne.comMotoGP, Jorge Martin: "I don't know how it will go, but I want to try to race in Qatar."  GPOne.com

About ExxonMobil in Qatar - ExxonMobilAbout ExxonMobil in Qatar  ExxonMobil

Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar to begin Eid Al-Fitr on Sunday - YemenOnlineSaudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar to begin Eid Al-Fitr on Sunday  YemenOnline

Hamas agrees to Egypt-Qatar ceasefire plan as Netanyahu demands group disarms - SBS NewsHamas agrees to Egypt-Qatar ceasefire plan as Netanyahu demands group disarms  SBS News

Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Australia, Germany, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, France, UK, Spain, Italy, US May Brace for Travel Chaos as Eid Al Fitr 2025 and Easter Holiday Weekend Approach - Travel And Tour WorldSaudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Qatar, Australia, Germany, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, South Korea, France, UK, Spain, Italy, US May Brace for Travel Chaos as Eid Al Fitr 2025 and Easter Holiday Weekend Approach  Travel And Tour World

Air India, Qatar, Singapore, AirAsia, Malaysia, China, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Turkish, Qantas, Korean Airlines Face New Travel Disruptions with Multiple Flights Canceled at I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali, Indonesia, Closed Due to Nyepi Day - Travel And Tour WorldAir India, Qatar, Singapore, AirAsia, Malaysia, China, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Turkish, Qantas, Korean Airlines Face New Travel Disruptions with Multiple Flights Canceled at I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali, Indonesia, Closed Due to Nyepi Day  Travel And Tour World

‘Investors need to innovate in fast-paced world’ - The Peninsula‘Investors need to innovate in fast-paced world’  The Peninsula

Reader Comment: Qatar Airways Premium Lounge Access In Bangkok On Light (P) Ticket - LoyaltyLobbyReader Comment: Qatar Airways Premium Lounge Access In Bangkok On Light (P) Ticket  LoyaltyLobby

Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar - South China Morning PostHamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal from Egypt and Qatar  South China Morning Post

Egypt sees positive signals on Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say - ReutersEgypt sees positive signals on Gaza ceasefire talks, sources say  Reuters