MSS: A New Beacon of Hope for the Economy
The Managing Director of Maldives State Shipping (MSS), Abdulla Saeed has announced that MSS is a beacon of hope for the Maldives...
STO Introduces its Online Store ‘eSTOre’
State Trading Organization (STO) has introduced its online store "eSTOre" for delivery and pick-up services.
STO has opened...
MSS Welcomes First Ship, Commences New Era of Shipping in Maldives
Maldives State Shipping (MSS) has welcomed its very first vessel today (5th April), commencing the beginning of a new era of shipping...
Economic Ministry Commences Some Services Despite Office Closure
Economic Ministry has announced that they will commence some of their services from 5th April despite the office closure.
Government Imposes Price Controls on Key Food Items
Ministry of Economic Development has announced that they have imposed price controls on onion, potato, egg, and yellow lentils.
Maldivian Arranges Repatriation Flights to India and Sri Lanka
Maldivian has arranged repatriate flights to bring back Maldivians residing in India and Sri Lanka. They have arranged flights to Kochin and...
The Struggles of Taxi Drivers Amid Pandemic
The government has declared a state of a public health emergency amid the COVID-19 pandemic. With the declaration, the government has taken...
Mohamed Afzal Becomes First Maldivian to be Named in Forbes Asia Top 30
Tech wiz, Mohamed Afzal (Apo), has made history by becoming the first Maldivian national to be named on the Forbes list of...
Layoffs May Be Inevitable: Employers Need to Follow the Basic Layoff Etiquette
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused an economic recession following a reduction in economic activities with many practicing social distance and authorities all...
World Bank Approves USD 7.3 Million to the Maldives to Fight Against COVID-19 Pandemic
The World Bank has approved to grant USD 7.3 million to the Maldives, as an aid to combat with the COVID-19 pandemic....
Ooredoo Maldives partners with Ministry of Communication, Science & Technology to enable Government Employees...
Ooredoo Maldives has partnered with the Ministry of Communication, Science and Technology to enable civil service employees to access the government portals...
Maldives State Shipping (MSS) First Vessel to Arrive on 5th April
STO has announced that Maldives State Shipping (MSS)'s very first vessel is scheduled to reach Maldives by 5th April 2020 from...
MIFCO Revises Business Hours in Male’ and Hulhumale
MIFCO has brought changes to opening hours of its stores in Male' City and Hulhumale' amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tree Top Hospital’s General Surgery department reinstates Colonoscopy procedure
Tree Top Hospital’s General Surgery department has reinstated colonoscopy procedure on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. This procedure was led by Consultant Oncosurgeon...
COVID-19 is bringing down the economy, one small business at a time
With the declaration of a state of public health emergency, the government has ordered to temporarily shut down cafes and restaurants, until...
Government to continue all PSIP Projects in spite of the Impacts of COVID-19
During a press conference on the 1st of April 2020, the Minister of Finance, Honorable Ibrahim Ameer has stated that all...
When will life go back to normal?
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused havoc all around the globe. It has closed borders, grounded flights, ceased business operations and canceled gatherings....
STO to Establish An Agri-Center
In this challenging time, to develop the agriculture industry in the Maldives, State Trading Organization(STO) is planning to open an agri-center.
DhiraaguPay offers Extra Credit, Discounts and Cashbacks to customers
Dhiraagu has announced more incentives on DhiraaguPay in order to encourage the use of digital payments amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Economic Downfall May Result MVR 12 Billion in Budget Deficit – Finance Minister
Minister of Finance Ibrahim Ameer has announced that the economic downfall due to the COVID-19 pandemic may cause MVR 12 billion in...
Cabinet Extends Closure of Government Offices, Schools, Colleges and Universities
The Cabinet has decided to extend the closure of government offices, schools, colleges and universities for one more week as a...
Secret Paradise Shares How They Work from Home During COVID-19
In our current world of working from home, managing a team and keeping everyone engaged can be a challenge and this has...
MP Eva urges the government to take income tax from high income earners
Parliament Member Eva Abdulla has stated that she believes this is the right time to take income tax from those who earn...
Government Declares Curfew in the Greater Male Area
Health Protection Agency (HPA) has declared a curfew in the Greater Male' area restricting vehicle and foot traffic until further notice.
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