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Qatar and Saudi Arabia discuss cooperation on Hajj and Umrah pilgrimages

The pilgrimage season is expected to begin around 26 June. Qatar and Saudi Arabia discussed developing cooperation in Hajj and Umrah on Wednesday, almost a month before the beginning of…

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Eid 2023: The significance of wearing new clothes on the Muslim holiday

Wearing new clothes during Eid holds significant cultural and religious importance. The holy month of Ramadan is often a time for self-reflection ahead of Eid al-Fitr, which marks a new…

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Five popular Eid songs in the Middle East

The Muslim holiday is observed globally and is celebrated for three days. The annual Eid Al Fitr, a highly anticipated time of the year for some two billion Muslims around…

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Adapt or lose out: Expats in Qatar take on the challenges of Eid without family

While Eid provides an opportunity for many to visit family members, expats living in Qatar say they are forced to resort to phone calls to connect with their loved ones…

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Eid 2023: All you need to know about crescent moon sighting in Islam

Moon sighting is an important part of Islamic tradition and culture to ensure that the Muslim community follows a uniform calendar and celebrates important festivals and events together. Excitement over…

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Astronomers across region say Eid crescent ‘cannot be seen with naked eye on Thursday’: IAC

Qatar’s moon sighting committee will convene on Thursday right after Maghrib prayer. The Eid Al Fitr crescent cannot be seen in the Arab and Muslim countries with the naked eye…

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How much should you pay for Zakat al-Fitr this year?

All Muslims are required to pay Zakat al-Fitr at the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The Department of Zakat Affairs at Awqaf ministry has issued a statement calling…

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Qatar opens newly reconstructed Sheikh Hamad bin Sultan Al Thani Mosque

The new mosque can accommodate up to 1,100 worshippers and features dedicated parking facilities. The Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs recently inaugurated the Sheikh Hamad bin Sultan bin Jassim…

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Culture

Flavours beyond borders: a look into culinary staples in Ramadan

Looking into countries across various continents, Doha News sheds light on some of the unique dishes present on different Iftar tables around the world. Iftar, which is the meal taken…

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