Increase in Tax on Liquor and Energy Drinks – Amendment to the Export/Import Act
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has ratified the 17th Amendment Bill to the Export-Import Act of Maldives (Act No. 31/79), which was passed...
Op-Ed: Ensuring the Tourism Goose Keeps Laying its Golden Eggs
By Sonu Shivdasani
Like many people across the Maldives and India, I was appalled to read the disparaging remarks...
Forget MMPRC corruption scandal, state to lose USD 55 million every year on MACL...
Anti Corruption Commission has issued a statement stating that the state is set to lose USD 55 million every year on MACL...
Human Resources — A Critical Driver of STO’s Success Ensuring an Exceptional Workforce
National HR Day was marked in the Maldives on 22nd February 2023, the first celebration of its kind. The day is dedicated...
Medtech Maldives: Bridging Medical Technologies to Maldives Healthcare Industry
Medtech Maldives is a supplier of healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical products in the Maldives.
New developments in science...
SIMDI Group Celebrates 22nd Anniversary
SIMDI Group celebrates its 22nd anniversary today.
Founded in January 2001 by Chairman Mr. Ibrahim Mohamed Didi and...
5 water villas devoured by a fire at Taj Exotica Maldives
On the dawn of 29th January 2019, at approximately 5 AM, a fire sparked at Taj Exotica Maldives, which then broke out...
Walter Kaufmann – a mentor to all
Today, the entire tourism and hospitality industry mourns the loss of an inspiring mentor and an exemplary colleague, Walter C. Kaufmann.
Apollo Holdings to Begin Construction of 1000 Flats in Hulhumale’
Apollo Holdings is set to begin the construction of 1000 flats in Hulhumale' this month, in accordance with the agreement with Housing...
Medtech Maldives Celebrates 12 Years of Bridging Medical Excellence to Healthcare Industry
Medtech Maldives has celebrated its 12 year anniversary, marking a momentous milestone in its journey of bridging medical excellence to the healthcare...
MIFCO under STO Management
Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company (MIFCO) was reallocated as a subsidiary of the largest trading company in the country, State Trading Organization (STO) in September...
Four New Resorts Set to Boost Tourist Bed Capacity
Four new resorts are set to open by the end of the year, increasing the tourist bed capacity to 1,064.
Housing Ministry Releases Provisional List for ‘Gedhoruveriya’ Scheme
The Ministry of National Planning, Housing and Infrastructure has released a preliminary list of applicants for flats under the 'Gedhoruveriya' Scheme in...
Introducing Beond — Redefining Luxury Travel to the Maldives
Beond is a new entrant in the aviation industry, and is the world's first all-premium luxury airline for leisure travel. Aimed at...
These 3 Unique Makeup Artists Prove that Beauty Is Definitely An Art
When it comes to creativity and innovation, Maldivians are never behind. Makeup is an art form that can be simple and natural,...
CEO of Ooredoo Maldives Wins Asia’s Most Inspiring Leaders Award!
Najib Khan, MD and CEO of Ooredoo Maldives, has been awarded Asia's Most Inspiring Leaders Award at the Asia Corporate Excellence &...
World’s Largest Underwater Restaurant nears Completion
The underwater restaurant “Under” located near to the southernmost tip of Norway under five meters is the first of its kind in...
HSBC to Wind Down Maldives Branch
The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) has decided to shut down its branch in the Maldives within the next 6-12...
Noora Zahir Appointed Head of Brand & Marcomms at Ooredoo Maldives
Ooredoo Maldives has announced the promotion of Noora Zahir to Head of Brand & Marcomms. Previously serving as Senior Manager for Brand...
Largest Diamondback Squid Caught in Maldives on April 28
The largest diamondback squid ever caught in Maldives has been caught on April 28 2019 by Mohamed Jaleel. He was a trainee...
Big Changes to Employment Law Expected
The parliament is in the last stages of adopting a series of amendments to the Employment Act. The government had earlier in...
The Best Way to Beat the Heat! Bundaberg Drinks by Seagull
Craving something refreshing? There’s no better way to
quench your thirst after a hot busy day than with a Bundaberg drink offered by
Seagull...
Mr. Mohamed Shimah Appointed Head of Liabilities and Recoveries at HBL
Habib Bank Limited (HBL) has appointed Mr. Mohamed Shimah as the Head of Liabilities and Recoveries for the Bank.
Maldives Stock Exchange Celebrates 15th Anniversary
A gala was held last night to mark the 15th year anniversary of the Maldives Stock Exchange (MSE) and Maldives Securities Depository....
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