The Ministry of Commerce and Industry's decision to completely close non-essential businesses came into effect Friday across Qatar. As a result, all cafes and juice stalls; education services and support centres; workshops and centres concerned with arts, theatrical and entertainment services; wedding and event services and centres; and shoe and watch repair booths have been closed. Other commercial shops are to operate between 6am and 7pm only. Food stores, pharmacies and delivery services, including delivery from restaurants, are excluded from this. PICTURES: Shemeer Rasheed and Shaji Kayamkulam.