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Qatar Tribune
2 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Real estate trading volume exceeds QR 483 in one week
QNA DOHA The volume of real estate trading in sales contracts registered with the Real Estate Registration Department at the Ministry of Justice during the period from June 15 to 19 amounted to QAR 423,674,670, while the total sales contracts for the real estate bulletin for residential units during the same period reached amounted to QAR 59,529,651. The weekly bulletin issued by the Department shows that the list of properties traded for sale included vacant lands, residential homes, apartment buildings, commercial buildings, shops and residential units. The sales operations were concentrated in the municipalities of Al Rayyan, Doha, Al Wakrah, Umm Salal, Al Khor and Al Dhakira, Al Dhaayen, and Al Shamal in addition to the areas of the Pearl, Lusail 69, and Ghar Thuaileb.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
QIIB announces winners of its Visa credit card campaign
Tribune News Network Doha QIIB has announced the names of the winners of its special promotional campaign launched in celebration of the 2025 Amir Cup football tournament. The campaign targeted holders of QIIB-issued Visa credit cards. Each winner received a cash prize of QAR 100,000, with total prizes amounting to QAR 500,000. The prize draw was held at QIIB's headquarters under the supervision of a representative from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and in the presence of relevant QIIB officials. The winners received their prizes during a ceremony held at the Bank's headquarters, attended by the winners and several senior QIIB executives. The five winners, as determined by the draw, are: Hamad Ali, Fahad Ali AlHanzab, Faisal Ebrahim Al Mohsin, Mohamed Khalil Al-Darwish, and Fahad Hassan Al-Hajri. The campaign was launched on May 6 and ran through May 24, 2025, covering all QIIB Visa credit cardholders. Customers were automatically entered into the draw upon meeting the specified spending criteria during the campaign period. Under the campaign terms, any customer who spent a total of at least QAR 10,000 using any QIIB Visa credit card was automatically entered into the draw. Customers earned one entry for every QAR 100 spent locally, and two entries for every QAR 100 spent internationally or through e-commerce. On the occasion of presenting the Amir Cup campaign prizes to the winners, Talal Al-Jaidah, Head of Banking Products at QIIB, stated: 'We extend our warmest congratulations to the winners. We are truly delighted to present these valuable cash prizes as part of this campaign, launched in celebration of the Amir Cup one of Qatar's most prominent sporting events. The campaign received an enthusiastic response from our customers, reflecting their strong trust in our services, campaigns, and exclusive offers'. He added: 'This campaign reflects our strategy to align banking services with major national sporting events. It strengthens customer loyalty and provides real added value whenever they use their QIIB banking cards'. Al-Jaidah further noted: 'At QIIB, we are committed to continuously enhancing our products, services, and promotional offers to meet our customers' expectations—both in terms of valuable benefits and a rich, rewarding user experience'. He continued: 'Major sporting events like the Amir Cup are a great opportunity to connect with the community and promote a sense of shared spirit. As the tournament's official sponsor, we're proud to support it in meaningful ways, through initiatives that truly speak to our customers' interests and passions'. He concluded: 'Once again, I extend my congratulations to the five winners and thank all our customers who took part in the campaign. Looking ahead, we are excited to introduce more outstanding campaigns and offers that will further enrich the customer experience and drive continued innovation in the way we deliver our banking services'.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation offers overseas welding jobs in Qatar for skilled workers
The Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC) has announced overseas job opportunities in Qatar for skilled welders, under the roles of TIG & ARC Multi Welder and Welder services. The initiative aims to support men aspiring to work abroad, offering stable employment and attractive benefits, according to a press release issued by Guntur District Skill Development Officer Konda Sanjeeva Rao on Tuesday. Eligible candidates must hold ITI/ITC certification and have a minimum of four years experience. Applicants aged between 24 and 45 years are encouraged to apply. The monthly salary ranges from QAR 1,800 to 2,600, translating to approximately ₹42,478 to ₹61,365. The minimum contract period is two years. Selected candidates will receive free accommodation, food, medical facilities, local transportation and a return flight ticket once during the contract. The selection process includes both a test and a technical skill assessment. Working days will be six per week, with Fridays as a weekly off. Applicants will need to bear a total travel cost of ₹35,000, covering visa and flight expenses. Interested candidates must register online at by June 25, 2025, and email their CVs to skillinternational@ For more information, candidates may contact 9988853335, 8712655686, 8790118349, or 8790117279.
Qatar Tribune
5 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Ultimate tablet for work and art ? Huawei MatePad Pro debuts in Qatar
Tribune News Network Doha HUAWEI announced the availability of its latest flagship tablet, the Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2', in Qatar Featuring a stunning Tandem OLED PaperMatte Display, powerful productivity features and innovative digital art tools, this latest offering from Huawei is designed to cater to both productivity and creativity. As a flagship tablet that marries high-level productivity-boosting features with pro-level creative capabilities, the MatePad Pro 12.2' is set to become a must-have device for users seeking a seamless blend of style and substance. The Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2' is now available for purchase through HUAWEI Experience Stores in Doha Festival City, Place Vendôme, and Al Nasr Street, as well as at Lulu Hypermarket, Jarir Bookstore, and Carrefour Qatar, with price 2,999 QAR along with free gifts worth 528 QAR including HUAWEI M -Pencil (3rd Gen) & HUAWEI Mouse. Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2' features a groundbreaking Tandem OLED display architecture bolstered by PaperMatte Display and nano-level pixel stacking and anti-glare nano-level etching technologies. This allows for a peak brightness of 2,000 nits with HDR support and a contrast ratio of 2,000,000:1, resulting in razor-sharp visuals and comfortable, immersive viewing at all times. It delivers an extraordinary viewing experience that remains sharp and clear, even under the brightest sunlight. The tablet also comes with the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard, which offers a unique 2-in-1 stylus & keyboard design and Studio mode, for laptop-level efficiency. This redesigned keyboard case integrates stylus storage and charging. By simply placing the HUAWEI M-Pencil into the slot, the stylus pairs and charges automatically. The keyboard itself boasts stain-proof materials, making it durable enough to withstand common spills and smudges. The Glide Keyboard also makes it easier to switch between different modes. It's now as easy as flipping open a laptop and doesn't require multiple steps. The tablet's HUAWEI M-Pencil (3rd generation) stylus makes it easier than ever to write and sketch on screen, with 16,384 pressure sensing levels, seamless NearLink connectivity, and virtually lag-free performance. Huawei MatePad Pro 12.2' comes with productivity-boosting features, like Live-Multitask and PC-level WPS Office, making it ideal for professionals working on the go. There's also the GoPaint app for creatively-minded users, which comes with features like the 3D oil painting brush and animations, all of which are easy to use for creative professionals and aspiring amateurs. The new 3D Oil Painting Brush is an innovative tool that replicates the rich layering of oils, watercolours, and acrylics on paper by allowing users to make adjustments to highlight, shadow, secondary colour, pigment fall off, and pigment wetness. The Animation feature transforms layers into sequential frames, aligning them seamlessly with the animation's flow. Once your painting is complete, simply play it to watch it come alive, layer by layer, frame by frame. MatePad Pro 12.2' make digital handwriting smoother than ever, working flawlessly with Huawei Notes, users can enjoy a seamless paperless office experience. The HUAWEI Notes app provides AI Handwriting Enhance, Resource Center, and a wealth of brushes.
Fintech News ME
5 days ago
- Business
- Fintech News ME
Winners of the Qatar Fintech Hackathon 2025
The Qatar Fintech Hackathon 2025 concluded after four days of collaborative development, where participants were challenged to propose practical solutions to current financial sector issues. The event brought together developers, entrepreneurs, and fintech professionals to prototype and present ideas under the guidance of industry mentors. This year's selected winners reflect a strong focus on ethical finance and accessibility. Pension Beyond, powered by Finspire, is a fully Shariah-compliant micro-retirement platform that enables users to access a portion of their pension funds in 10-year cycles. Tharwa Capital (Wealthtech) A user-friendly platform that facilitates fractional investments into Shariah-based social impact initiatives, making impact-driven investing accessible and affordable. Wathiq (Digital Lending) A peer-to-peer lending platform utilising blockchain smart contracts and a bespoke credit scoring system to provide secure, interest-free micro-loans. The winning teams will each receive a pre-investment award of up to QAR 25,000 to support the development of their concepts. They will also qualify for the Fintech Pre-Acceleration Programme and be eligible for additional support, including company registration through the Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), business and regulatory advisory services, and access to a shared working space for three months. Opportunities for further collaboration through an innovation lab are also part of the post-hackathon support. The hackathon forms part of broader efforts to support early-stage fintech development and to encourage technology-driven responses to evolving financial needs in Qatar and beyond.
