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Doha is the capital city and main financial hub of Qatar. Located on the Persian Gulf coast in the east of the country, north of Al Wakrah and south of Al Khor, it is home to most of the country's population. It is also Qatar's fastest growing city, with over 80% of the nation's population living in Doha or its surrounding suburbs.

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The reign of racket sports in Qatar, from tennis to padel Racket sports are very popular in Qatar, starting with tennis that draws to Doha the top players like Tunisian champion Ons Jabeur. The popularity of Padel is also on the rise with a growing number of.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 12:00Published 1 week ago

'There are talks going on between Hamas and Israeli officials in Doha' Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:57Published on February 27, 2024

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GB's Proud wins world 50m freestyle bronze Great Britain's Ben Proud wins bronze in the men's 50m freestyle on the penultimate day of the World Championships in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 17, 2024

GB's Stephens wins butterfly for maiden world title Great Britain's Laura Stephens wins maiden world title in women's 200m butterfly at World Aquatics Championships in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 15, 2024
'No stopping me yet', says Wiffen after becoming world champion Daniel Wiffen says he is only getting started after winning Ireland's first world swimming gold medal in the 800m freestyle in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 15, 2024
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GB win mixed relay bronze at World Championships Great Britain win bronze in the 4x100m mixed medley relay at the World Championships in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 14, 2024
Osaka through in Doha to end quarter-final wait Four-time major winner Naomi Osaka goes through in Qatar Open to reach the quarter-finals of a tournament for the first time in almost two years. BBC Sport - Published on February 14, 2024
Wiffen makes history with world 800m gold in Doha Daniel Wiffen made history by becoming Ireland's first ever World Long Course Swimming champion with victory in the 800m freestyle final. BBC Sport - Published on February 14, 2024
GB miss out on medals as Peaty qualifies for 50m final Adam Peaty qualifies for the men's 50m breaststroke final but Great Britain miss out on medals in two finals on day three of the World Championships in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 13, 2024

Raducanu 'struggled with everything' in Doha defeat Emma Raducanu says she "struggled with everything" as she was beaten by world number 30 Anhelina Kalinina in the first round of the Qatar Open. BBC Sport - Published on February 12, 2024
PM Modi to visit Qatar on February 14 after UAE trip Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Qatar's Doha on February 14 after concluding his two-day visit to the UAE, foreign secretary Vinay Kwatra said on Monday. The announcement came hours after.. IndiaTimes - Published on February 12, 2024
In big win for India, Qatar frees Indian Navy veterans jailed on espionage charges Doha freed eight Indian Navy veterans who had been given death sentences in Qatar on Monday, marking a significant diplomatic win for India. DNA - Published on February 12, 2024	8 Navy vets may face 3 to 25 years jail in Qatar as Doha yet to ratify transfer pact IndiaTimes - Published on December 29, 2023
In 2023 too, Dubai and Bangkok were the top destinations for Indians Dubai, Bangkok, and Denpasar were the top three destinations among Indian travelers in 2023. Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh was the cheapest flight destination, while Nha Trang in Vietnam was the most.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 19, 2023	India challenges death penalty given to 8 Navy veterans in Qatar India has appealed against the death sentence awarded to eight of its citizens by a Qatari court. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs stated that the embassy in Doha had received consular access to.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 9, 2023
'Govt working on getting 8 Indians detained in Qatar released': Navy chief Speaking at an event in Goa, Admiral Hari Kumar said, "Every effort is being made by the government to ensure we take this up through the legal course and we get relief for our personnel". This comes.. IndiaTimes - Published on October 30, 2023	Valimaki wins play-off as Jamieson retains Tour card Sami Valimaki beats Jorge Campillo in a play-off to win the Qatar Masters in Doha as Scott Jamieson retains his DP World Tour card for next season. BBC Sport - Published on October 29, 2023
Five freed from detention in Iran land in Doha after £4.8bn deal A British national and four Americans who were released from detention by Iran in exchange for $6bn (£4.8bn) and a prisoner swap are now free after landing in Doha. Sky News - Published on September 18, 2023	Yeats-Brown equals best result despite passing out Britain's Jemima Yeats-Brown loses consciousness in a bronze-medal match at the Judo World Championships in Doha, and ends with a fifth-place finish. BBC Sport - Published on May 11, 2023
Asher-Smith third as Richardson wins Doha 100m Dina Asher-Smith finishes third as Sha'Carri Richardson sets a new 100m meeting record at the opening Diamond League of the season in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on May 5, 2023	Watch: Diamond League - Doha - GB's Asher-Smith in action Watch live BBC Two coverage of the opening Diamond League meet of the 2023 season from the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on May 4, 2023
India participating in Doha meeting convened by UN chief Antonio Guterres on Afghanistan India is participating in the meeting convened in Doha by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Afghanistan that is bringing together special envoys from various countries and is aimed at achieving.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 1, 2023	IndiGo's Delhi-Doha flight diverted to Karachi due to medical emergency An IndiGo aircraft which took off from Delhi late Sunday night for Doha was diverted to Karachi reportedly due to a medical emergency on board. The passenger who was a Nigerian national passed.. IndiaTimes - Published on March 13, 2023
Murray saves five match points to reach Qatar final Andy Murray produces yet another remarkable comeback, saving five match points to beat Jiri Lehecka and reach the Qatar Open final in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on February 24, 2023	Morocco fans' heartbreak as Doha flights cancelled The last-minute cancellations sees many fans unable to travel to Wednesday's World Cup semi-final. BBC Sport - Published on December 14, 2022
Giroud header restores France's lead Olivier Giroud scores a trademark header to restore France's lead against England and make it 2-1 in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on December 10, 2022	World Cup: Ronaldo on bench for Portugal against Morocco Follow live text updates and BBC Radio 5 Live commentary as Morocco face Portugal in the 2022 Fifa World Cup quarter-finals at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar. BBC Sport - Published on December 9, 2022
Coroner criticises Qatari authorities for 'limited assistance' over British woman's hit-and-run death A coroner has criticised Qatari authorities for their "limited assistance" in his inquiry into the death of a British woman killed in a hit-and-run car crash in Doha. Sky News - Published on December 7, 2022	England talent and ambition finally living up to expectation - but there's still that man Mbappe to come Through the streets of Doha's West Bay district, a smattering of England fans singing "It's coming home," could be heard long past 3am. Sky News - Published on December 5, 2022
World Cup: Build-up to Brazil v South Korea - radio & text Follow live text and BBC Radio 5 Live commentary as Brazil face South Korea in the 2022 Fifa World Cup last 16 at Stadium 974 in Doha, Qatar. BBC Sport - Published on December 4, 2022	'This is Selecao fever' - Brazilian matchday madness As Brazil fever hits Lusail Stadium in Doha, BBC Sport travels to their group finale against Cameroon with their thousands of fans. BBC Sport - Published on December 2, 2022
Mexico out despite victory over Saudi Arabia Mexico defeat Saudi Arabia but go out of the World Cup on goal difference on a night of incredible drama in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on November 30, 2022	'Being a gay fan in Doha is so taboo we're invisible' Phil on his experience as a football fan in a country where same sex relationships are criminalised. BBC Sport - Published on November 29, 2022
World Cup: Build-up to France v Denmark - Varane returns & Mbappe starts Follow live text and BBC Radio 5 Live commentary as France play Denmark in the 2022 Fifa World Cup at Stadium 974 in Doha, Qatar. BBC Sport - Published on November 25, 2022	Hennessey sees red for reckless challenge Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey is sent off for a reckless challenge on Iran's Mehdi Taremi at the World Cup in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on November 25, 2022
World Cup: Qatar v Senegal - watch, listen & follow text Watch live coverage and follow text & radio commentary as hosts Qatar play Senegal in the 2022 Fifa World Cup at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar. BBC Sport - Published on November 24, 2022	Fifa World Cup: Build-up as Ronaldo captains Portugal against Ghana Follow text & BBC Radio 5 Live commentary as Portugal face Ghana at the 2022 Fifa World Cup at Stadium 974 in Doha, Qatar. BBC Sport - Published on November 23, 2022
Gakpo opens Netherlands World Cup account Watch as Cody Gakpo opens the scoring for the Netherlands during a 2-0 win against Senegal in their first group game at the World Cup in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on November 21, 2022	Excellent England thrash Iran in World Cup opener England's World Cup campaign opened in thoroughly convincing fashion as they outclassed Iran in Doha. BBC Sport - Published on November 21, 2022
India rising like a plateau where no section is left behind: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Dhankhar, who is in Doha for a two-day visit at the invitation of Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani to attend the inauguration of the FIFA World Cup 2022, said that things have become easy.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 21, 2022	Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar interacts with Indian community in Doha "Hon'ble Vice President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar interacted with members of the Indian Community in Doha, Qatar. Shri Dhankhar lauded the community members for their accomplishments in their respective.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 21, 2022
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NHAI sets Guinness World Record, lays 75-km long highway in record time The previous Guinness World Record for the longest continuously laid bituminous was for building 25.275 km of road which was achieved in Doha in 2019. DNA - Published on June 8, 2022	Vice President Naidu meets top Qatar leaders but no meeting with deputy Amir As India struggled to contain the diplomatic fallout of the controversial remarks by BJP functionaries targeting the Prophet, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu held a series of meetings with Qatar leaders.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 5, 2022
Diamond League: Dina Asher-Smith third on return since injury at Tokyo Olympics Watch as Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith finishes third in the 200m at the opening meeting of the Diamond League in Doha, Qatar as America's Gabrielle Thomas is first with Jamaica's Shericka Jackson.. BBC Sport - Published on May 13, 2022