The Peninsula Online Embassy of India in Doha announced that the Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) in Qatar can now register for the second edition of Bharat Ko Janiye (Hindi for ‘Know India’) Quiz 2018-19. Interested residents in Qatar can register online for the quiz on www.bharatkojaniye.in and may appear for the exams from any location, even […]
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Regulation, control of private school fees discussed
File picture of Advisory Council members used for representation. The Peninsula DOHA: The Advisory Council which met here yesterday with Speaker of the Advisory Council H E Ahmed bin Abdullah bin Zaid Al Mahmoud in the chair considered the request made by a number of Advisory Council members for a general discussion on education issues. […]
Museums, expos attract over half a million visitors
File photo of Museum of Islamic Art. Picture: Salim Matramkot / The Peninsula By Sachin Kumar | The Peninsula DOHA: Over half a million people visited different museums and exhibitions in Qatar last year, reflecting that the country has become a vibrant centre for arts and culture in the region and beyond. A total of 575,215 […]
Erdogan victory to turn Qatar-Turkey ties stronger: Envoy
The Turkish flag and a portrait of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan projected on Sheraton Grand Doha to celebrate the presidential election victory, yesterday. Pic: Baher Amin/The Peninsula By Irfan Bukhari | The Peninsula DOHA: Terming the resounding victory of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in June 24 elections ‘very important’ for regional stability and prosperity […]
The 5 People You Need to Cut From Your Life Immediately
These toxic personalities are killing your success, creativity, and happiness. You have control over your life. You work on your health and your mind. Your family loves you, your colleagues push you, and your friends support you. Yet you still waste time with losers. Here are the five toxic people you need to cut from your life immediately. 1. The […]
4 Easy Ways to Stay in Shape When You Work From Home
The physical inactivity involved in sitting in front of a computer all day will ruin your physique, but these tips can help. As a remote worker I appreciate the many benefits of working from home, with the flexibility to arrange my day however I want being top of mind. In reality, though, often it just looks like me […]
4 New Business Books You Should Read Before the End of Summer
These summer reads will help you become a better leader, gain new skills, and think twice about faking it till you make it. Want to know some of the great business books you should read before the summer ends? Some have already been published; others will be released in the next couple of months. (If you see […]
These Brain Foods Have Been Found to Increase Your Focus, Help You Think More Clearly, and Give You a Longer Life
Eat walnuts, sardines, and salmon, and you’re off to a fast start. While drinking coffee is a necessary cultural norm that keeps us alert and productive throughout the day, a daily caffeinated fix can have spiraling effects that wreak havoc on the body. Before lighting your torches and starting riots, caffeine is a stimulant, plain and simple. It […]
Qatar plans for 100% FDI, 100 mta LNG seen boosting inflows to banks
Samhouri: All sectors of economy stand to benefit. A higher up to 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) and the planned annual 100mn tonnes of liquefied natural gas (LNG) are slated to “tremendously” enhance the foreign flows into Qatar’s banking system, which in turn benefits the economy, according to a top asset manager. “The decision to […]
HH The Amir Congratulates President of Turkey
His Highness The Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held a phone call with HE President of the Republic of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday evening to congratulate him on his victory in the presidential elections, wishing him continued success and the brotherly people of Turkey further progress and prosperity. […]