The Council of Ministers Secretariat General announced government working hours for the Holy Month of Ramadan, setting them at five hours per day, with remote work permitted for up to 30% of employees, to maintain continuity of operations throughout the Holy Month.
Fontana Circus brings a Water Show to Doha this March
Get ready for the First Traveling Water Circus in the Middle East
Experience an extraordinary water spectacle featuring a world-class musical dancing fountain alongside international circus acts. Watch awe-inspiring dancers, gravity-defying aerialists, and incredible circus thrills that will enthrall the entire family.
Save the date: Starting from Fri 20 March 2026 Circus Tent – Hyatt Plaza, Qatar
Tickets are selling fast, so secure yours now!
- Green: 95 QAR
- Blue: 145 QAR
- Red: 180 QAR
- Silver: 250 QAR
- Gold: 360 QAR
Book now – Click here
talabat Recognized by Qatar Cancer Society for Another Year of Community-Driven Impact
talabat, the leading on-demand delivery platform in the MENA region, has been recognized for the second consecutive year by the Qatar Cancer Society (QCS) for its continued contributions to the society’s initiatives throughout 2025.
Two awards were presented by His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Khalid bin Jabr Al-Thani, Chairman of Qatar Cancer Society, to talabat and talabat Mart, during an awards ceremony held at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha. The event brought together partners and supporters to celebrate their valued support and reaffirm their collective commitment to advancing impactful community initiatives across Qatar.
Throughout 2025, talabat and talabat Mart supported QCS through a series of initiatives aimed at raising breast cancer awareness and mobilizing community support. In October, talabat Mart collaborated with the QCS to launch its annual ‘Pinktober’ campaign, helping amplify awareness efforts while offering customers accessible ways to contribute. Through the app, customers were able to purchase pink ribbon pins and shop from participating brands, with proceeds directed toward patient support programs and outreach efforts.
Commenting on the recognition, Francisco Miguel De Sousa, Managing Director of talabat Qatar, said:
“We are proud to be recognized once again by Qatar Cancer Society. Supporting initiatives that raise awareness and deliver real impact is vital to how we operate as a platform. By embedding giving back into our technology, we aim to make it more accessible for our customers to contribute to causes that matter, while continuing to serve the community every day.”
Francisco Miguel De Sousa, Managing Director of talabat Qatar
talabat also participated alongside the QCS in ‘Relay for Life,’ a community event that brought together families, survivors, and supporters from across the country in a walk symbolizing solidarity and hope. talabat employees took part in the walk and hosted a talabat Mart booth offering complimentary snacks.
As one of the region’s largest digital platforms for everyday giving, talabat continues to integrate social responsibility into its operations, leveraging scale and technology to drive measurable impact and support national health awareness efforts.
Customers can download the talabat application through the iOS App Store, Google Playstore, and Huawei App Gallery.
Formula 1® Qatar Airways Qatar Grand Prix 2026 Show Car Revealed as Ticket Sales Launch
Lusail International Circuit (LIC) unveiled the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026 Show Car, in line with early bird ticket offers, showcasing its striking new livery. The 2026 Car reflects Formula 1®’s new era of racing, ahead of ticket sales opening for the milestone fifth year of Formula 1® at LIC.
The FIA Formula One World Championship will enter a new era in 2026 with a comprehensive overhaul of its technical regulations. The next-generation cars have been designed to be shorter, lighter, and more agile, improving racing quality and sustainability. Central to the new rules are advanced Active Aerodynamics systems, allowing drivers to adjust aerodynamic configurations to enhance overtaking opportunities and overall performance. The 2026 regulations also introduce a new power unit formula, featuring increased electrical power deployment and the use of 100% sustainable fuels, marking a significant step forward in Formula 1®’s environmental commitment.
Reflecting this transformative moment for the sport, Lusail International Circuit (LIC) has unveiled its 2026 Formula 1® Show Car livery.
This 2026 Show Car embodies the sport’s technical evolution, pairing the new car’s dynamic proportions and Active Aero concept with a striking visual identity. The livery features a flowing gradient from the nose to the rear wing. Dynamic speed lines and FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX’s branding colours are integrated alongside LIC’s visual elements, capturing the energy and unique atmosphere of night racing.
Following the Show Car reveal, Lusail International Circuit launched ticket sales for the FORMULA 1® QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX 2026, taking place from 27 to 29 November 2026. Fans can take advantage of a 10% Early Bird discount across all three day ticket categories:
- Main Grandstand: QAR 1,800 (Regular price: QAR 2,000)
- North Grandstand: QAR 1,350 (Regular price: QAR 1,500)
- T2, T3 & T16 Grandstands: QAR 900 (Regular price: QAR 1,000)
- General Admission: QAR 540 (Regular price: QAR 600)
Tickets are available on the Lusail International Circuit website, with travel, accommodation, and visa information supported by Visit Qatar for international fans.
The 2026 Qatar Grand Prix marks a significant milestone, celebrating five years of Formula 1® racing at Lusail International Circuit. Since joining the calendar in 2021, the race has become a signature night time event, known for its high speed layout, flowing corners, and dramatic wheel to wheel racing.
As the championship enters this bold new era, the 2026 Qatar Grand Prix promises a weekend of innovation, speed, and celebration, combining the thrill of racing with Qatar’s unique cultural identity.
Visit Qatar successfully concludes Brouq Desert Activation with over 60,000 attendees
Visit Qatar has concluded the 2026 edition of Brouq, its signature desert activation, following strong engagement from residents and visitors throughout the winter season. Running for 77 days until 10 February, Brouq welcomed 61,121 attendees, reaffirming its position as one of Qatar’s most popular outdoor attractions during the winter period.
Set against Qatar’s desert landscape, Brouq delivered a diverse programme combining adventure, culture and live entertainment. The Desert Escape Zone emerged as a key highlight, featuring the 25-metre Adventure Tower, one of five new activation areas introduced this year, alongside a zipline experience, open-air dining areas and a continuous programme of live performances.
The Film City zone offered a rich cultural experience, bringing together falcon photo opportunities, henna art, traditional and musical performances, alongside storytelling sessions hosted across the site. Across the activation 539 activities and workshops were delivered, with strong emphasis placed on family engagement through dedicated children’s programmes, including puppet shows, face painting and caricature classes, ensuring an accessible and engaging experience for younger audiences.
The 2026 edition also introduced new activation areas, including the Sunset Lounge, Brouq Wildlife Reserve, Mini Safari Cars and the Family Majlis, further expanding the breadth of experiences on offer. The activation was supported by 24 food and beverage and retail vendors.
Visit Qatar remains committed to developing high-quality activations that enrich domestic tourism, encourage repeat visitation and strengthen Qatar’s year-round events calendar.
Minister of Education announces the implementation of electronic fingerprinting for school students next September
During her speech at the Qatar Scientific Excellence Award ceremony, Her Excellency Ms. Lolwa bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al-Khater, Minister of Education and Higher Education, revealed that the electronic fingerprint system will be rolled out, God willing, by next September in all schools in the country, enabling parents and the ministry to monitor student attendance, enhance their safety and security, and expedite their arrival.
Her Excellency said:
“As part of addressing operational challenges, the ‘Attendance’ project was developed, in partnership with Mowasalat (Karwa), which is a system of technological solutions to improve the monitoring of student attendance on buses and in schools.”
Her Excellency Ms. Lolwa bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al-Khater, Minister of Education and Higher Education
Her Excellency added: The system is currently being implemented experimentally in 6 schools, in preparation – God willing – for its expansion. The electronic fingerprint system will also be generalized – God willing – by next September in all schools in the country, enabling parents and the Ministry to monitor student attendance and enhance their security, safety and speed of arrival.
India vs Pakistan: T20 World Cup 2026 Clash Grips Millions Worldwide
The India vs Pakistan showdown at the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 has once again captured global attention. In Qatar alone, more than 50K+ people have searched India vs Pak in Qatar, while over 20 CR+ people are watching it live on Hotstar. The scale of engagement proves that India vs Pakistan remains the biggest event in world cricket.
From India Pakistan match today updates to India vs Pakistan live score searches, fans are tracking every moment of this high voltage encounter.
Match Details
Match: IND vs PAK • 27th Match, Group A • ICC T20 World Cup 2026
Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
Time: 7:00 PM Local
Toss: Pakistan won the toss and opted to field
Searches for India national cricket team vs Pakistan national cricket team timeline and India national cricket team vs Pakistan national cricket team match scorecard have surged across platforms, including Cricinfo and other cricket live portals.
Team Lineups
India National Cricket Team
Abhishek Sharma
Ishan Kishan
Tilak Varma
Suryakumar Yadav
Shivam Dube
Hardik Pandya
Rinku Singh
Axar Patel
Kuldeep Yadav
Varun Chakaravarthy
Jasprit Bumrah
Pakistan National Cricket Team
Saim Ayub
Sahibzada Farhan
Salman Ali Agha
Babar Azam
Usman Khan
Shadab Khan
Mohammad Nawaz
Faheem Ashraf
Shaheen Afridi
Abrar Ahmed
Usman Tariq
The India national cricket team brought back Abhishek Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav, while Pakistan stuck with their spin heavy strategy led by Salman Agha.
Group A Standings
- India
- Pakistan
- United States
- Netherlands
- Namibia
Both India and Pakistan entered this India Pakistan match unbeaten, making the stakes even higher in this ICC T20 group stage clash.
Match Context and Conditions
Colombo weather has been a major talking point. Overcast skies and humid conditions added to the tension ahead of the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 encounter. Despite rain concerns, the surface at Premadasa favored competitive totals.
Statistics show that chasing sides have historically dominated India vs Pakistan T20 fixtures, yet recent games at this venue have rewarded teams batting first. This tactical twist made Pakistan’s decision to bowl first intriguing.
Key Moments
Abhishek Sharma walked out tying a bandana before the start, joined by Ishan Kishan. Pakistan surprised many by opening the bowling with Salman Agha. Early breakthroughs and spin dominated phases defined the powerplay.
Searches for cricket live score, cricket live streaming and live cricket match updates spiked as Kishan accelerated and Pakistan responded with spin. Saim Ayub and the Pakistani bowling attack looked to exploit the slower surface.
The psychological edge remains a major subplot. India holds a dominant World Cup record, and India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup matches often tilt on moments rather than patterns.
Where to Watch India National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team
Fans searching where to watch India national cricket team vs Pakistan national cricket team can tune into official live cricket streaming platforms and broadcast partners. India vs Pakistan live coverage is available globally through digital streaming, with millions following ind vs pak live updates across apps and sports portals.
India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 Buzz
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People also search for India vs Pakistan tickets, India vs Pakistan today, India vs Pakistan live, India vs Pakistan live score, and India vs Pakistan match weather update including India vs Pakistan Colombo weather.
The anticipation for India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 continues to grow as fans await official announcements regarding venue confirmation and ticket pricing.
The Bigger Picture
The India Pakistan match is never just about cricket. It is about legacy, pressure, and global audience numbers that few sporting events can match. With 20 CR+ viewers streaming the match live and search volumes surging worldwide, this rivalry continues to redefine engagement in cricket.
As the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 progresses, the impact of this India vs Pakistan clash will shape Group A standings and possibly the tournament narrative itself. Whether you track it through Cricinfo, cricket live score apps, or full live cricket streaming platforms, one thing remains constant: India vs Pakistan is the heartbeat of world cricket.
Awqaf Announces Crescent Moon Sighting for Ramadan 2026 on February 17
The Crescent Sighting Committee of the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs calls upon all Muslims in the State of Qatar to sight the crescent of the blessed month of Ramadan on the evening of Tuesday, the 29th of Sha’ban, 1447 AH, according to the Qatari calendar, corresponding to 17 February 2026.
Anyone who sights the crescent should come to the committee’s headquarters located in the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs building in the Dafna (Towers) area to give their testimony. The committee will hold its meeting immediately after Maghrib prayer.
Source: Awqaf
Qatar Events 15–21 February 2026 | Ramadan Events, Tennis, Food Festivals & Things to Do in Doha
Looking for the best things to do in Doha from 15 to 21 February 2026? This week in Qatar is packed with exciting Ramadan events, food festivals, international tennis, football matches, exhibitions, and family friendly activities across the city. From the Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2026 at Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex to vibrant Ramadan bazaars in The Pearl, Msheireb Downtown Doha, Souq Al Wakrah, and Old Doha Port, there is something happening in every corner of the country. Whether you are planning your weekend in Doha, searching for Ramadan activities in Qatar, or looking for major sports events in February 2026, this complete guide covers the top events you should not miss.
Amir Cup 2026 Round of 16 Final Day
Qatar’s most prestigious domestic football tournament reaches the decisive Round of 16 stage. Top QSL clubs battle across Doha stadiums in high intensity knockout fixtures as the road to the quarter finals heats up.
Details
- Date: 12 to 15 February 2026
- Location: Various stadiums across Doha
- Time: 4:30 pm to 8:45 pm
- Tickets: Category 1 QR 30 | Category 2 QR 10
AgriteQ 2026 Final Day
Explore the latest in smart farming, livestock innovation, sustainability and food processing at one of Qatar’s leading agriculture exhibitions.
Details
- Date: 12 to 16 February 2026
- Location: Southern Plaza, Katara Cultural Village
- Time: 9:00 am to 9:00 pm
- Entry: Free
- Website: Click here
Souq Waqif International Dates Exhibition 2026 Closing Days
Celebrate premium dates, traditional flavours and local producers at one of Qatar’s most loved seasonal exhibitions.
Details
- Date: 5 to 16 February 2026
- Location: Eastern Square, Souq Waqif
- Entry: Free
- Website: Click here
Throwback Food Festival 2026
Step into a nostalgic culinary experience at Old Doha Port featuring some of Qatar’s oldest eateries and heritage flavours. A must visit Ramadan food festival in Doha.
Details
- Date: 16 February to 19 March 2026
- Location: Old Doha Port
- Time: Weekdays 5:30 pm to 2:00 am | Weekends 5:30 pm to 3:00 am
- Entry: Free
- Instagram: @olddohaport
- Click here to know more
The Pearl Ramadan 2026
The Pearl Island Ramadan Football Tournament
Join us for The Pearl Island Ramadan Football Tournament at Temba Arena from 19 February to 9 March 2026 and cheer on the participating teams in an electrifying atmosphere.
Ramadan Bazaar 2026
Celebrate the Holy Month with shopping, food stalls and family entertainment across The Pearl and Gewan Island.
Details
- Date: 17 February to 19 March 2026
- Location: The Pearl and Gewan Island
- Entry: Free
- Instagram: @thepearlqatar
Layali Msheireb Ramadan Events Begin
Experience curated Iftar and Sohour experiences, traditional installations, art zones and Ramadan themed celebrations at Msheireb Downtown Doha.
Details
- Date: 18 February to 18 March 2026
- Location: Barahat Msheireb and surrounding zones
- Entry: Free with some paid experiences
- Instagram: @msheirebproperties
- Read more – Click here
Celebrate Ramadan in Barahat Msheireb with exquisite Iftar and Suhoor experiences by Mandarin Oriental, Doha. Enjoy the rich flavours of Ramadan through live cooking stations. Children can take part in dedicated activities and enjoy a special kids’ buffet area, making it a memorable family experience.
Details
- Date: 17 February to 18 March 2026
- Entry: Free
- Instagram: @msheirebproperties
- Read more – Click here
MOQ Gaming and Esports Competitions
Ramadan nights get competitive with gaming tournaments, esports activations and free play zones at Mall of Qatar.
Details
- Date: 19 to 21 February 2026
- Location: Mall of Qatar
- Time: 7:00 pm to 12:00 am
- Entry: Free
- Instagram: @mallofqatar
- Read more (Full schedule)
Car Track Days at Lusail International Circuit
Drive your own car on a professional Formula 1 circuit in a safe, controlled environment. One of the most thrilling motorsport experiences in Qatar.
Details
- Date: 20 February 2026
- Location: Lusail International Circuit
- Time: 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm
- Passenger Tickets: From QR 250
- Entry per car: From QR 1,000
- Website: Click here
Qatar ExxonMobil Open 2026
World class men’s tennis returns to Doha as elite ATP players compete at Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex.
Details
- Date: 16 to 21 February 2026
- Location: Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex
- Ticket Prices: From QR 60 to QR 200 depending on match day
- Center Court Tickets: Up to QR 200
- Website: Click here
ONGOING RAMADAN EVENTS DURING THIS WEEK
Ramadan Shopping Fair 2026
- Dates: 8 to 27 February 2026
- Location: Seafront, Souq Al Wakrah
- Timing: 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm before Ramadan | 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm during Ramadan
- Entry: Free
Ramadan Bazaar at Heenat Salma
- Until 18 March 2026
- Timing: 7:00 pm to 1:00 am
- Entry: Free
- Click here to read more
Old Souq Bazaar at Tawar Mall
- 12 February to 30 April 2026
- Timing: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
- Entry: Free
- Click here to know more
What’s Between, Between Exhibition
- 4 February to 14 May 2026
- Location: Media Majlis Museum, Education City
- Entry: Free
Qatar Camel Festival 2026
- Until 10 February 2026
Doha Equestrian Tour 2026
- Until 4 April 2026
- Location: Qatar Racing and Equestrian Club
- Tickets from QR 50
Hans Zimmer Live in Qatar: 10 April at 974 Stadium | Tickets
Hans Zimmer – The Next Level Tour is coming to Doha!
Powerful electronic soundscapes.
Epic film scores.
Stunning light production.
A bold new stage that takes his iconic live shows to another dimension.
- 974 Stadium Precinct, Doha
- 10 April 2026
- Gates open 6 PM
Show starts 8 PM - Price from: 95 QAR
Book now – Click here
source-@qatarcalendar @visitqatar
