Modi pays tribute to late Qatar Amir, declares national mourning
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of Qatar, on Thursday and conveyed condolences for the death of Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who died on July 12 at age 74. Modi highlighted the late leader’s contributions to India-Qatar relations and his affection for Indians in Qatar. The Central government declared one-day national mourning on July 13 with the flag flown at half-mast. Sheikh Tamim thanked Modi for his call and appreciated the support.
12 JUL 2026
— NDTV
India observed a one-day national mourning for the former Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, as a mark of respect.
— Indian Express
India declared a one-day national mourning on July 13 in honor of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatar's former Emir who died at 74.
16 JUL 2026
· THIS STORY — Indian Express
Prime Minister Modi called Amir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to express condolences on the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
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