The Lyricist and the Mufti: A Search for God in a Divided Age
NEW DELHI — In a quiet hall at the Constitution Club, just a stone’s throw from India’s Parliament, two men sat across from each other to argue a question as old as
China’s High-Speed Rail: Debt and Doubt Derail Ambition
China’s high-speed railway network, a sprawling 30,000-mile marvel, stands as a symbol of the country’s rapid modernization. Launched under Xi Jinping’s ambitious vision in 2013, it has grown into one of the
A Golden Jubilee of Friendship: Viet Nam and the Maldives Move forward to a New Path
By Her Excellency Trinh Thi Tam, Non-Resident Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam to the Maldives As Viet Nam and the Maldives approach the 50th anniversary of our diplomatic relations, we
India and the Shadow of Foreign Interference: China’s Expanding Influence
As India prepares for the Lok Sabha elections concerns over foreign interference have taken center stage. The latest development involves OpenAI, which reported taking swift action within 24 hours to disrupt deceptive
India Awaits Election Results Amid Exit Poll Projections of BJP Victory: A Perspective from the Maldives
As the world’s largest democracy concludes its extensive electoral process, the Maldives is closely watching the outcome of India’s Lok Sabha elections. These elections, which began on April 19 and wrapped up
New Era in Maldives Politics: Abdul Raheem Elected Speaker
In a violet tie and a black suit that screams “kingmaker,” Abdul Raheem, affectionately known as Adhurey, was sworn in as the Maldives Speaker of Parliament, etching a historic moment for Laamu
Hafiz, Walking Encyclopedia of Maldives Fish, Dies at 62
Ahmed Hafiz, a revered marine biologist and an indispensable resource on Maldivian marine life, passed away recently, leaving behind a legacy of unparalleled knowledge and kindness. Hafiz, whose expertise was admired among
A Glimpse into a Dystopian Future and a Mirror of Today’s Truths
If you’ve watched the movie “Equilibrium,” then you’ll recognize the scene: a world cloaked in shades of gray, with skyscrapers looming like giants and the streets pulsating with a mechanical rhythm. Above,
An Unseasonal Surge: Maldivians Confront Soaring Electricity Bills
MALE’, Maldives — The Maldives is now embroiled in a storm of a different kind. Unrelenting rain has kept air conditioners off in many households, yet an unexpected surge in electricity bills
The Discreet Allure of Maldives’ E-Cigarette Dens
From the street, it has the polished look of a trendy cafe. The glass is frosted, and beside an unnoticeable sign is one declaring, discernibly: “Only for 18 and Above.” People park
Indian Visitor Drought Hits Maldives Tourist Economy
The Maldives tourism industry is facing a significant downturn due to a sharp decline in Indian visitors, who have been a crucial source of growth in recent years, according to the latest
China’s Onion Diplomacy Sparks Chaos and Tears
HULHUMALE’ PHASE TWO—The Maldives witnessed an unexpected spectacle this week as droves of residents queued up for hours near the Hiyaa ward in Hulhumale’ Phase Two, all in pursuit of a rather
Threats Highlight China’s Struggle with Rogue Nationalist Hackers
Recent cyber reports have raised alarms about global cyber threats, revealing not just foreign hostility, but also Beijing’s struggle to control nationalist elements within its own borders. U.S. officials are warning telecommunications