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
Bank of Maldives to Introduce Indian Rupee Accounts, Aiming to Bolster Trade and Remittances
Malé, Maldives — In a significant move to deepen economic ties with India, the Bank of Maldives (BML) announced on Friday that it will begin offering Indian Rupee (INR) accounts for personal
China’s gray-zone hybrid threats against Taiwan’s Pacific allies
China’s assertive posture in the Indo-Pacific, guided by the Communist Party, pursues a deliberate strategy to undermine regional stability while avoiding outright conflict. By targeting Taiwan’s Pacific allies, including Palau, Beijing deploys
Sugar Storm Hits Maldives: STO Denies Export Freeze as Trade Probe Reveals Complex Diversion Scheme
MALÉ, Maldives — A sophisticated scheme to divert Indian sugar exports meant for Maldives to Sri Lanka has triggered a federal investigation, leading to the detention of multiple shipments and raising concerns
India and Maldives Take Key Step Towards De-dollarization with Local Currency Trade Agreement
Mumbai — In a key step towards de-dollarization, India and the Maldives have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to facilitate the use of their local currencies, Indian Rupee (INR) and Maldivian
In Maldives, a Beauty Queen’s Dream Collides With Religious Backlash
MALE’, Maldives — In a paradoxical turn of events that exemplifies the Maldives’ struggle between modernity and tradition, the state-owned Housing Development Corporation in association with Islamic Ministry announced a religious lecture
U.S. Missile Deal With Australia Raises Stakes in Pacific Power Play With China
SYDNEY, Australia — Australia’s recent $4.7 billion acquisition of advanced American missile systems has set the stage for what analysts fear could trigger a new arms race in the Asia-Pacific region, as
Predator Drones and India’s Quad Leadership: A Strategic Shift to Counter China’s Indo-Pacific Ambitions
In a major boost to its defense capabilities, India and the United States have inked deals worth $4 billion for the procurement of 31 Predator drones, aimed at bolstering the Indian Navy,
Maldives Names Former China Envoy as New High Commissioner to India
Male’- In a move signaling a potential shift in diplomatic priorities, the government has nominated Aishath Azeema, its former ambassador to China, as the new envoy to India. The nomination letter was
President Muizzu Pledges Transparency in Foreign Policy During Meeting with Maldivian Nationals in Bangalore
BANGALORE, India — President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, in the final leg of his state visit to India, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to a transparent and principled foreign policy, distancing his government from
President Muizzu Promotes Stronger India-Maldives Ties in Mumbai, Highlights Tourism and Investment Opportunities
MUMBAI— During his State Visit to India, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu addressed a gathering of prominent business leaders at the Tourism and Trade Promotion event in Mumbai. His speech underscored the growing
President Muizzu Meets Bollywood Stars in Mumbai, Lauded for Maldives’ Beauty
MUMBAI—As part of his state visit to India, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, after completing his official engagements in New Delhi, continued his journey with a visit to Agra. There, the President, along
India and Maldives Strengthen Ties with Virtual Inaugurations and Key Agreements
New Delhi, India – In a virtual ceremony that underscored the growing partnership between the two nations, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi oversaw the exchange of key