The Latest Breaking News from Doha

FM Nirmala Sitharaman pushes investment, economic ties with Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Jordan at AIIB meet

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman engaged in meetings in Doha to enhance economic ties with Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, and Jordan. Discussions included the India-Saudi Arabia Bilateral Investment Treaty and opportunities for Swiss investments in India's infrastructure sector. The focus also extended to food security and trade with Jordan, aiming to boost…

The Economic Times · Sep 29

India-Jordan trade: Sitharaman seeks deeper ties, $5 billion target by 2030

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with Jordan's Minister of Planning Zeina Zeid Toukan in Doha. The two ministers discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors, including food security and trade. Sitharaman emphasized the goal of reaching $5 billion in bilateral trade by 2030. Jordan expressed interest in strengthening…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

From answering questions to carrying out complex tasks: The next phase of AI

At the Google Cloud Summit in Doha, AI agents were a major focus as Qatar expands AI training and testing, raising questions over oversight and jobs.

Euronews · Sep 28

Middle-east-bound flight descends into terror as two passengers go from agitated to ‘headbutting’ and threats of a gun: ‘Terrifying and disgraceful’

They had to be restrained for six hours.

We Got This Covered · Sep 13

Two men detained after altercation on flight to Doha

Local authorities in Doha have detained two men involved in an altercation on a flight from Melbourne on Friday.

AAP · Sep 12

Behind the scenes at Qatar Airways: Passenger numbers recover as carrier expands routes and fleet

During a tour of Doha’s Hamad International Airport, Qatar Airways’ CEO and management discussed the airline’s recovery from regional disruption while preparing for the winter season, new aircraft and next generation of Qsuites.

Euronews · Sep 11

Three Ulcers on a Farm Worker's Arms Led Doctors in Qatar to a Virus That Normally Infects Camels

Doctors in Doha report Qatar's first documented human camelpox case, diagnosed from exposure history, lesion appearance, and a genus-level test.

Medical Daily · Sep 9

Netanyahu calls Qatar ‘hostile state’ as Doha pushes back against Iran

Netanyahu defended Israel’s 2025 strike on Doha and called Qatar a “hostile state," while Qatar separately accused Iran of selectively quoting a Qatari security assessment to justify attacks on its territory.

Euronews · Sep 6

IndiGo Doha-Bengaluru flight diverted to Muscat after crew medical emergency

IndiGo flight 6E 1302 from Doha to Bengaluru diverted to Muscat. This diversion occurred as a crew member urgently required medical attention. The crew member received care and is now feeling better after landing. An alternate aircraft and new crew are arranged for the onward journey. IndiGo is minimizing passenger…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Events in Qatar worth travelling for: What’s coming up in 2026-2027?

From music concerts and motorsport to cultural festivals and design exhibitions, here’s what’s on the Qatar calendar this autumn and winter.

Euronews · Aug 30