Parliament Votes to Advise Dismissal of Central Bank Governor
In a significant development, the Maldives Parliament has passed a motion advising President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu to dismiss the Governor of the...
GAGE Celebrates 14th Anniversary: A Beacon of Excellence in Security and Fire Safety
Yesterday marked the 14th anniversary of GAGE, the premier provider of security, safety, and fire safety services in the Maldives. Since its...
Cabinet Moves to Publicise Negligent Employers Amid Crackdown on Illegal Expatriates
The government, under the leadership of President Dr Mohamed Muizzu, has decided to compile and publicise a list of companies that neglect...
Dhiraagu Signs as the Digital Partner for Maldives Finance Forum 2024
Dhiraagu has officially signed on as the Digital Partner for the Maldives Finance Forum 2024. Organised by the Maldives Pension Administration Office...
Swell Wave Threat Prompts White Alert: Mitigation Strategies Crucial
The Maldives Meteorological Service has issued a White Alert from Kaafu Atoll to Addu City, effective until 17:15 hrs today, predicting the...
Maldivian Ministers Engage with Chinese Companies to Advance Key Projects
Three Maldivian cabinet ministers, led by top diplomat Moosa Zameer, are currently in China to discuss ongoing and upcoming projects with key...
Hulhumalé Water Theme Park: Ambitious Vision Stalled by Delays and Legal Battles
The ambitious project to build the first water theme park and a six-storey leisure hotel in Hulhumalé has faced numerous setbacks and...
Finance Ministry’s Fiscal Report Delay Highlights Need for Transparency
The Ministry of Finance has not released its Weekly Fiscal Development Report for over a month, with the last publication dated 20th...
President Announces MVR 25 Million Grant Scheme for Artists
On Saturday evening, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced a substantial MVR 25 million grant scheme aimed at supporting local artists and artisans....
Addu City Introduces New Regulations for Fish and Poultry Farms
Addu City Mayor Ali Nizar has announced that individuals who have already acquired land for fish and poultry farms will have the...
Operation Kurangi Expands Nationally: Councils Equipped to Identify Illegal Immigrants
The administration has announced the nationwide expansion of Operation Kurangi and launched the second phase of the programme. Minister of Homeland Security...
Gov’t Seeks Proposals for Cross-Subsidised Island Development
The Ministry of Tourism has announced an invitation for proposals to develop tourist facilities on uninhabited islands through a cross-subsidisation scheme. This...
Magoodhoo Airport Project Resumes, Ending Long Pause
Construction on the Magoodhoo Airport in Faafu Atoll has resumed following a lengthy pause, according to Magoodhoo Island Council President Abdulla Waheed....
President Urges Maldivian Students to Return Home, Promises High-Paying Jobs
In a bid to address the brain drain and encourage Maldivian students to return and serve their country, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu...
VIA Warns of Potential Delays Due to Global IT Outage
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL), the operator of Velana International Airport (VIA), has announced potential delays during check-ins due to a major...
Foreign Minister Embarks on Official Visit to China
At the invitation of His Excellency Mr. Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, Director of the...
The Case for Maintaining Central Bank Independence in the Maldives
The recent recommendation by the Public Accounts Committee to dismiss Central Bank Governor Ali Hashim raises significant concerns about the future of...
Immigration Watch: Maldives Launches Portal to Report Illegal Immigrants
Maldives Immigration has launched a special online platform, ‘Immigration Watch’, allowing citizens to report illegal immigrants anonymously. The platform, which can be...
Dhiraagu Becomes Digital Partner for CAVA U20 Women’s Volleyball Championship
Dhiraagu has announced its role as the Digital Partner for the upcoming CAVA U20 Women’s Volleyball Championship. This international tournament, organised by...
Thai Government Extends Visa-Free Stay for Maldivians to 60 Days
Maldivians travelling to Thailand can now enjoy a longer stay without the need for a visa, thanks to a recent policy change...
Immigration Cracks Down on Undocumented Expatriates: Legalisation Not an Option for Detainees
Expatriates detained during ongoing raid operations for violating the country’s immigration laws will not be given the opportunity to legalise their status,...
Ooredoo Masrace 2024: Fishing Competition Returns with MVR 126,000 Prize Pool
The highly anticipated Ooredoo Masrace 2024 is set to make a grand return this August, with a prize pool of MVR 126,000....
Rethinking Social Protection in the Maldives: A Path Toward Progressive Universalism
In their seminal report, “Rethinking Social Protection in South Asia: Toward Progressive Universalism,” the World Bank delves into the intricate dynamics of...
Tourism Minister Announces Plans to Expand MTDC’s Island Portfolio
Minister of Tourism Ibrahim Faisal has announced plans to transfer additional islands to the Maldives Tourism Development Corporation Limited (MTDC) for resort...
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