One-Off $500M Sukuk Payment Squeezed Dollar Supply, Finance Minister Tells Majlis
A lump-sum $500 million (MVR 7.7 billion) sukuk repayment made by the government earlier this year is the
Maldives Premier Bank officially launches as MMA targets 80 percent local management
Maldives Premier Bank (MPB) officially opened for business Monday night, stepping into the market as the country’s ninth
Thilamale’ Bridge Slated for Dec 2027 Public Opening After Political Clash Over Delays
MALÉ, — Public travel across the Thilamale Bridge is now expected to begin on December 21, 2027, according to the
Tourism Minister Leads High-Level Delegation to Russia in First Official Mission Under Muizzu Administration
Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister Mohamed Ameen has led a high-level Maldivian delegation to Russia to shore up tourism ties
Internal Staffer Leaked Male’ Taxi App Data for Political Motives, Says MTCC
The massive leak of personal user data from the newly launched “Male’ Taxi Line” app was an inside job carried
Over MVR 17 Million Paid Out to Single Parents in Poverty Last Month
More than MVR 17 million was distributed to single parents living in poverty across the Maldives last month, new figures
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Maldives and India Foreign Ministers Confer on Bilateral Matters in Margins of NAM Summit
In the bustling corridors of the ongoing Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit in Uganda , a significant diplomatic rendezvous unfolded as Maldivian Foreign Affairs Minister
Major Drug Seizures in the Maldives Prompt Government Action
In a stern crackdown on rising drug-related crimes, Internal Security and Technology Minister Ali Ihsan revealed that drugs worth MVR 30 million have been
Tourism Minister Launches “Fahi Fathuruverikamah Anhenun” Program to Boost Women in Tourism Industry
In a bid to address challenges faced by women in the tourism sector, Tourism Minister Ibrahim Faisal unveiled the “Fahi Fathuruverikamah Anhenun” program. At
Fiqh Academy of Maldives Issues Fatwa Against Jihad Travel to Conflict Zones
In response to concerns about Maldivian citizens traveling to conflict zones, the Fiqh Academy of Maldives has issued a fatwa, declaring it impermissible to
Minister of Islamic Affairs Unveils Ambitious Plans for Mosque Construction and Modern Islamic Library
In a significant announcement today, Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dr. Mohammed Shaheem Ali, revealed plans for the construction of three mosques in the Male’
Maldivian President Nasheed Urges Diplomacy Over Brute Strength in Relations with India
In a tweet that resonates with strategic wisdom, President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives underscores the nation’s historical success in achieving self-rule through tact
Transparency Maldives Launches Youth Empowerment Camp Ahead of Elections
In a proactive initiative, Transparency Maldives gears up for a youth camp ahead of the March 17 elections. Targeting individuals aged 18 to 24,
Tesla’s Potential Entry into Indian Market Sparks Optimism
American electric vehicle pioneer Tesla is inching closer to entering the Indian market, with negotiations gaining momentum. Talks, previously stalled, now hold promise for
Savaadheeththa Dhathuru 2024 Sets Sail for an Epic Maritime Odyssey
In a thrilling announcement, the Maldives Integrated Tourism Development Corporation (MITDC) is excited to reveal the commencement of the third edition of the “Savaadheeththa
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Gov’t Cracks Down on Resorts Over Unpaid Rent as Dues Hit MVR 6 Billion
The Ministry of Tourism issued a sharp warning on Monday, announcing plans to penalize operators who have fallen behind on resort rent and accrued
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China and Maldives Discuss Agricultural Cooperation to Bolster Nation’s Farming Sector
Male’ — A delegation from China’s Ministry of Livestock and Agriculture, the Department of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of Sichuan Province, and the Sichuan
Maldives’ Largest Naval Vessel Returns Home After Indian Repairs, Strengthening Ties
MUMBAI, India — The Maldives National Defence Force’s flagship vessel, the Coast Guard Ship Huravi, sailed back to the Maldives on Monday after a
Man Sentenced to 54 Years for “Overly Trusting” Role
Male’, — In a courtroom drama that could only unfold in the sun-soaked Maldives, a 51-year-old man has been slapped with a 54-year prison
President Endorses Preferential Voting to Streamline Presidential Elections
Male’ — President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu has thrown his support behind a major electoral reform, advocating for a preferential voting system that would eliminate
Maldives Unveils Ambitious Prison and Juvenile Rehabilitation Projects
Male’ — In a bold effort to overhaul its correctional system, the Maldives government has announced plans for a centralized prison complex and a
Muli Airport Set to Open, Expanding Maldives’ Domestic Network to 14
MALE’, — The Maldives will soon open Muli Airport in Meemu Atoll, bringing the nation’s total to 19 airports, with five international and 14
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