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28 Jun, 2026

Government Dares Ex-Police Chief to Swear Oath Over Muizzu Bribery Allegations

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s government has hit back at allegations made by a former police commissioner, with the Chief Government Spokesperson challenging him to make a formal religious oath if he believes

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11 Jun, 2026

Where to Watch the World Cup on a Big Screen in Hulhumale’

The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off tonight, and if you are in Hulhumale’, you do not need to watch it alone at home. HDC and PSM have set up large screens

News·Politics

10 Jun, 2026

Court Orders Dhauru Online to Pull Report in Defamation Case Brought by MP Azaan

MALE’ — The Civil Court has ordered news outlet Dhauru to remove a published report from public access, following a defamation claim filed by Hithadhoo Medhu constituency MP Ahmed Azaan against the

Adhadhu CEO and Editor Plead Not Guilty to Qazf Charges as Trial Opens Behind Closed Doors

MALE’ — Hussain Fiyaz Moosa, CEO of Adhadhu, and Hassan Mohamed, the outlet’s editor, pleaded not guilty on Monday to qazf charges brought against them by the state, as the Criminal Court

09 Jun, 2026

News·Politics

Maldives to Ban Under-16s From Social Media, Following Australia’s Lead

MALE’ — President Dr Mohamed Muizzu announced on Sunday that the government is drafting legal amendments to restrict children under 16 from accessing social media platforms, with enforcement expected within the next

01 Jun, 2026

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Private Party Files Contempt Case Against Nasheed and Yameen Over Gag Order Violations

A private individual has filed a case in the Criminal Court seeking a declaration that former presidents Mohamed Nasheed and Abdulla Yameen violated the court’s gag order issued in connection with the

19 May, 2026

News·Politics

MJA Seeks Review After High Court Dismisses Appeal Against Gag Order

The Maldives Journalists Association has filed a petition seeking a review of the High Court’s decision to dismiss its appeal against the Criminal Court gag order tied to the Adhadhu documentary, arguing

18 May, 2026

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Maldives Journalists Association to Challenge Criminal Court Gag Order as Two Reporters Jailed

The Maldives Journalists Association said it will seek a court challenge to a Criminal Court order banning coverage of a documentary broadcast by the online news outlet Adhadhu, after two journalists were

13 May, 2026

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Criminal Court Jails Two Adhadhu Journalists as Hearings Move Behind Closed Doors

The Criminal Court today sentenced two journalists from the online outlet Adhadhu to jail on contempt of court charges, intensifying scrutiny over a case tied to a video documentary the outlet released

12 May, 2026

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The Maldives and the Culture of Slander

The sudden national uproar over Qazf, triggered by a documentary aired during the local council election on 29 March 2026, reveals a deeper malaise in Maldivian society. The debate shows how political

28 Apr, 2026

About Maldives·Leaders·News

Minister Defends Police Search, Citing Constitutional Limits on Media Conduct

The Minister of Homeland Security, Labour and Technology, Ali Ihusaan, has defended the police search of Adhadhu’s office, saying the operation was carried out within constitutional boundaries and in response to what

28 Apr, 2026

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Police Search Adhadhu Office Under Court Warrant Amid Investigation

The Maldives Police Service carried out a court authorised search at the office of Adhadhu on Monday night as part of an active criminal investigation, drawing a fresh round of public debate

28 Apr, 2026

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Breaking: Police Execute Court‑Ordered Search at Adhadhu Office

The Maldives Police Service has executed a search warrant at the office of Adhadhu as part of an active criminal investigation, according to a statement issued tonight. Police said the warrant was

28 Apr, 2026

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Government Dares Ex-Police Chief to Swear Oath Over Muizzu Bribery Allegations

Where to Watch the World Cup on a Big Screen in Hulhumale’

Court Orders Dhauru Online to Pull Report in Defamation Case Brought by MP Azaan

Adhadhu CEO and Editor Plead Not Guilty to Qazf Charges as Trial Opens Behind Closed Doors

Maldives to Ban Under-16s From Social Media, Following Australia’s Lead

Private Party Files Contempt Case Against Nasheed and Yameen Over Gag Order Violations

MJA Seeks Review After High Court Dismisses Appeal Against Gag Order

Maldives Journalists Association to Challenge Criminal Court Gag Order as Two Reporters Jailed

Criminal Court Jails Two Adhadhu Journalists as Hearings Move Behind Closed Doors

The Maldives and the Culture of Slander

Minister Defends Police Search, Citing Constitutional Limits on Media Conduct

Police Search Adhadhu Office Under Court Warrant Amid Investigation

Breaking: Police Execute Court‑Ordered Search at Adhadhu Office

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