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India adds Qatar to list of e-visa eligible countries

India has added Qatar to the list of countries eligible for e-visa facility, currently availed by passport holders of 167 countries/territories. This facility is in addition to the existing Visa services provided by the Embassy of India, Doha. e-Visas are issued on the basis of an online application and do not require the application to be submitted physically at the Embassy or a visa-sticker to be affixed on the passport by the Embassy. The approval for the visa, called the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), is sent to the applicant by email. The applicant should carry a copy of this ETA along with him/her at the time of travel. Applicants can track the status of their application online at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa/tvoa.html. On the basis of a valid ETA, a “visa” will be stamped on the visitor’s passport at the Immigration Counter at the airport of arrival. Biometric details of the applicant will…

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Doha Bank and Jet Airways offer discount on flight tickets

Reinforcing its commitment to introducing unique and diverse banking products and services, Doha Bank yesterday announced the launch of a new campaign to offer up to 12 percent discount on airfare on flights booked on Jet Airways, India’s premier international airline. During the campaign period running between August 15, 2018 and July 31, 2019, customers can avail 12% off on any First/Business class and 9% off on any Economy class when booking flight ticket online through www.jetairways.com using Doha Bank Credit Card. JetPrivilege members holding valid Doha Bank credit cards can convert their Doha Miles to JPMiles, receiving 1 JPMile against 1 Doha Mile for a minimum transfer of 2,000 Doha Miles. JetPrivilege members can redeem their JPMiles, the reward currency of JetPrivilege, for Free Award flights on Jet Airways or any of the programme’s 20+ airline partners. “Building on our longstanding relationship with Jet Airways, we have launched a…

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Qatar Airways offers free transport of aid materials to Kerala

Qatar Airways Cargo has announced its relief efforts to deliver urgent aid to Kerala following the devastating floods in the southern Indian state. The cargo carrier has expeditiously organised an operation to deliver relief goods to the flood-stricken districts via the airline’s passenger service from Doha to Trivandrum. Qatar Airways Chief Officer Cargo, Guillaume Halleux, said: “We have received earnest requests from the Indian community residing in Qatar seeking support to transport relief aid to Kerala, where many of their families and relatives are affected by the worst flood in a century. “Given the devastating situation, we have rapidly activated a humanitarian operation to offer free transportation of relief goods from Doha to Trivandrum on our daily passenger flight. We are expecting to airlift more than 50 tonnes of much-needed relief goods from the operation, which will commence from August 21 – 29 . Our prayers and thoughts are with…

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Kerala floods: Qatar Emir grants Rs 35 crore as relief assistance

Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani issued a directive to allocate USD 5 million (Rs 35 crore) in aid of those affected by the floods that recently hit the southern Indian state of Kerala, to help provide shelter to those who lost their homes as a result of the humanitarian crisis. Qatar Charity, through its representative in India, has launched emergency relief for those affected by the huge floods with a total value of half a million riyals during the first stage. This humanitarian gesture coincides with the launch of a fundraising campaign targeting more than QR 4 million to meet the urgent humanitarian needs of 60,000 people through food, medical and shelter assistance. Floods in Kerala have killed hundreds of people and displaced thousands of others besides causing major damage to homes and infrastructure. Qatar Charity urged philanthropists in Qatar to help people affected in Kerala, by providing…

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Qatar Charity offers assistance for Kerala flood victims

The Qatar Charity, through its representative in India, has launched emergency relief for those affected by the huge floods in the Indian state of Kerala with a total value of half a million riyals for the first stage. This humanitarian interface coincides with the launch of a fund raising campaign targeting more than QAR 4 million to meet the urgent humanitarian needs of 60,000 people through food, medical and shelter assistance. Floods in the southern Indian state of Kerala have killed hundreds of people and displaced other thousands, causing major damage to homes and infrastructure. Qatar Charity urged philanthropists in Qatar to help people affected in Kerala, by providing food, medicine, medical assistance, restoring and rebuilding homes and reaching out for the victims as soon as possible. Published on 19 August 2018

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Qatar Airways reroutes Kochi flights to Thiruvananthapuram

Qatar Airways has decided to reroute its flights – QR516 and QR517 between Doha and Kochi (Nedumbassery) to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport until August 25. The airlines has suspended all flights to Kochi airport until August 26. This is due to the closure of the international airport at Kerala’s commercial capital Kochi until August 26 due to heavy rains and floods in the south Indian state. The national carrier has advised passengers to use the ‘flight status tab’ on its website or call Qatar Airways’ 24-hour call centre on +974-40230000 or +91-7930616000 for the latest information. To assist passengers, Qatar Airways has also decided to waive the cancellation charge and allow free rebooking/rerouting within 21 days of original ticketed travel date for all impacted customers whose tickets are issued on or before August 15 for travel up to August 26. Meanwhile, Air India Express in a flight update said passengers who booked…

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PHCC announces working schedule for Eid holidays

The Primary Health Care Corporation (PHCC) has announced the working hours of its health centres during the Eid al-Adha holidays. Al Thumama, Abu Nakhla, Al Gharafa, Al Karaana, Umm Salal, Al Wajbah, Al Ghuwairya and Al Daayen Health Centres will remain closed during the holidays. Within Doha, Omar Bin Kattab, Al Rayan, Madinat Khalifa, Rawdat Al Khail, Abu Baker Al Sidiq, Leabaib, West Bay, Mesaimeer, Umm Ghuwailina, Muaither and the Airport health centres will be open from 7am to 2pm and from 4pm to 11pm. Dental services in these centres will be available from 7am to 2pm and 4pm to 10pm. The dental clinics will be closed on the first day of Eid al-Adha and on Friday morning. Health centres at Al Khor and Al Shamal will be open from 7am to 2pm and 4pm to 11pm. Al Wakra health centre will open daily from 7am to 11pm and the…

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Qatar announces government holidays for Eid Al Adha 2018

On the occasion of Eid Al Adha, the Amiri Diwan has announced the Eid holiday for ministries, government departments and public institutions. According to the announcement, Eid holiday for ministries and other government entities and public institutions will start on Sunday, August 19, 2018 (Dhul Hijja 8, 1439 H) and till Sunday, August 26, 2018 (Dhul Hijja 15, 1439 H). Employees will resume work on Monday, August 27, 2018 (Dhul Hijja 16, 1439 H). As for Qatar Central Bank (QCB), the banks and financial institutions working under the supervision of QCB and Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA), the QCB governor will announce the start of the holiday. Published on 16 August 2018

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Rupee decline continues, May touch Rs 70 against USD

Indian rupee today edged higher to 68.34 against the US dollar, but is not very far from its all-time low of 68.87, recorded in November 2016. On Wednesday, the rupee had closed at an 18-month low 68.42 against the US dollar amid capital outflows and concerns over macro-economic conditions. A rising dollar and a surge in global crude prices have also weighed on the rupee. The rupee is down over 6 per cent against the US dollar so far this year. Forex advisory firm IFA Global says that the possibility of rupee heading towards 70 per dollar is increasing. There is a still room for further depreciation from current levels, it adds. The relentless slide of the rupee caused jitters among businesses and investors in India. However, it is good news for non-resident money remitters across the Gulf as they gain more in exchange rate. Rupee vs Gulf currencies Below…

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Qatar Met predicts chances of rain on Saturday

The chances of rain in the country are expected to improve on Saturday, the Qatar Met department has said, while also forecasting strong winds and high seas in some offshore areas on Friday. While parts of the country experienced scattered rain on Thursday, the weather office said in a report that partly cloudy skies are likely in the country on Saturday and there is again a possibility of scattered rain, which may be thundery at times, in most inshore and offshore areas – particularly during the evening. Meanwhile, Friday’s forecast says the wind speed may go up to 25 knots in some offshore areas at times, with the sea level rising to 7ft. Slight dust and some clouds are also likely. Inshore, it will be relatively hot and slightly dusty conditions are expected in some places along with scattered clouds. The temperature in Doha is expected to range from 28-37C…

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