Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani

June 23, 2026 11:14 PM

PM Modi receives call from Qatar Amir, discusses welfare of Indian nationals

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received a telephone call from the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani, who expressed condolences over the loss of Indian lives in an accident at Ras Laffan Industrial City in Qatar on June 21. The Qatari leader conveyed his sympathies to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the incident. Prime Minister Modi thanked the Amir for his message of support and appreciated the prompt medical assistance extended...

September 17, 2025 9:55 AM

Rubio Warns Time Running Out for Gaza Deal as Regional Tensions Escalate

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani in Doha on Tuesday, urging continued mediation efforts as Israel intensified bombardments of Gaza City. The high-stakes diplomatic visit comes amid escalating regional tensions following Israel's strikes against Hamas leaders in Qatar's capital last week, which drew widespread international condemnation. Rubio's arrival in Doha occurred just one day after Gulf states pledged to activate a joint defence pact ...

February 18, 2025 4:33 PM

India and Qatar elevate bilateral ties to strategic partnership following PM Modi’s talks with Qatari Amir

India and Qatar upgraded their bilateral relations to a 'strategic partnership' on Tuesday, with a focus on strengthening cooperation in trade, energy, investments, innovation, technology, food security, culture, and people-to-people ties. The Agreement on the Establishment of a Strategic Partnership between the two nations was signed in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, the Amir of Qatar, at Hyderabad House in New Delhi. The Amir arrived in India...

February 18, 2025 2:00 PM

PM Modi holds bilateral talks with Emir of Qatar in New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Tuesday. The two leaders engaged in delegation-level talks aimed at strengthening the ties between India and Qatar. Upon the Emir's arrival, the leaders exchanged pleasantries and shook hands before proceeding with the discussions. Prime Minister Modi was accompanied by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, ...

February 17, 2025 9:18 PM

In special gesture, PM Modi receives Amir of Qatar at Delhi airport

In a special gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally welcomed the Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, at Indira Gandhi International Airport upon his arrival for a two-day state visit to India. The two leaders exchanged a warm hug, reflecting the close and friendly ties between the two nations. The Amir of Qatar, accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising ministers, senior officials, and business leaders, is visiting India for the first time since his state visit in...

September 16, 2024 5:08 PM

PM Modi receives congratulatory call from Emir of Qatar; both leaders reaffirm commitment to further strengthen ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, held a telephonic conversation on Tuesday, during which they reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening ties between the two countries. According to a statement released by the Prime Minister's Office, PM Modi thanked the Qatari Emir for his warm wishes and positive sentiments towards the people of India. The two leaders also recalled PM Modi's visit to Qatar in February, with the Indian leader extend...