President Solih’s administration is pandering to hardline extremists: Nasheed

July 28, 2022, 22:28

Malé, Maldives - Former President and Speaker of the Maldives Parliament Mohamed Nasheed stated on Thursday that his brother Ahmed Nazim's arrest earlier tonight was politically motivated to appease hardline… Continued

Police make multiple high-profile arrests for gay sexual relations

July 28, 2022, 20:47

Malé, Maldives - The Maldives Police Service on Thursday made multiple high-profile arrests regarding leaked videos portraying same-sex sexual relations. Police arrested a police officer, ex-parliamentarian and high-profile lawyer under… Continued

Evidence Act enforceable in six months is a grave threat to press freedom: Human Rights Organizations

July 27, 2022, 16:08

Malé, Maldives - Ten international and local human rights organizations released a joint statement urging the government of Maldives to repeal or amend a provision forcing journalists to reveal their… Continued

Fiscal vulnerabilities in Maldives remain high: IMF

July 27, 2022, 15:46

Malé, Maldives - The latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) report on the Maldives state that the fiscal and external vulnerabilities continue to increase for the island nation. IMF released this… Continued

Indonesia extends Visa on Arrival for Maldivian passport holders

July 27, 2022, 15:23

Malé, Maldives - Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Shahid on Wednesday confirmed that Indonesia has added Maldives to the list of countries for Visa on Arrival. In his tweet, Minister… Continued

President announces restrictions on fuel subsidies

July 26, 2022, 18:13

Malé, Maldives - President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on Tuesday announced restrictions to fuel subsidies provided by the government. President Solih stated that the government is in the process of amending… Continued

Maldivians made every sacrifice to achieve independence: President Solih

July 26, 2022, 17:41

Malé, Maldives - President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih on Tuesday stated that Maldivian citizens won’t accept anything less than the preservation of their liberty and an independent and sovereign nation. He… Continued

LGA launches inquiry against Dhuvaafaru Council for embezzling over MVR 2 million

July 26, 2022, 14:42

Malé, Maldives - Local Government Authority (LGA) on Tuesday urged the authorities to investigate Dhuvaafaru Local Council and Women's Development Committee for embezzling over MVR 2 million. LGA further stated… Continued

Government sells t-bills worth MVR 1.2 billion to offset state expenditure

July 26, 2022, 13:50

Malé, Maldives - The Government of Maldives on Thursday announced the sale of treasury bills valued at MVR 1.21 billion to be settled by 1 August 2022. The Government invited… Continued

Addu City hosts “Dhivehi Fannaanunge Miuziky Eid” concert showcasing Maldivian talent

July 25, 2022, 20:13

Addu City, Maldives - Addu City will be hosting the largest music show held in the Maldives "Dhivehi Fannaanunge Miuziky Eid" from 27 to 28 July 2022. The concert showcasing… Continued