Nepalese man stabbed in Malé
A Nepalese national sustained injuries following an assault with a sharp weapon in the Maldivian capital late yesterday evening, authorities confirmed. According to police officials, reports of the incident on… Continued
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Maldives bans entry for Israeli passport holders in protest over Gaza conflict
In a significant diplomatic move, Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has ratified legislation that prohibits Israeli passport holders from entering the island nation, citing Israel's military operations in Gaza. The… Continued
BML ATMs move nearly MVR 100 Million every day
Bank of Maldives (BML) has revealed that its extensive ATM network processes approximately 99 million rufiyaa in daily transactions across the country, according to recently published statistics. The data indicates… Continued
Over 200 trained Pilots remain jobless in Maldives, says Transport Minister
Transport Minister Mohamed Amin revealed that more than 200 trained pilots in the Maldives are currently unemployed, highlighting a significant imbalance in the aviation sector's training and employment capacity. Speaking… Continued
Saudi fund boosts Maldives’ strategic Airport expansion with $17 Million loan
MALE, Maldives - The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) has deepened its investment in the Maldives' tourism infrastructure by signing a $17 million loan agreement to accelerate completion of the new… Continued
Maldives Immigration proposes revisions to Israeli passport ban
MALÉ, Maldives — Maldives Immigration has proposed significant modifications to a controversial bill that would ban Israeli passport holders from entering the island nation, potentially softening the sweeping restrictions initially proposed… Continued
Former Immigration controller’s detention case reaches High Court
Former Immigration Controller Mohamed Shamaan Waheed has appealed to the High Court regarding his detention until the end of his trial. Shamaan was removed from his position and arrested on… Continued
MDP to hold congress before August 15 amid rising tensions over presidential primary
The Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) will convene its national congress before August 15, following a vote by the party’s National Council held behind closed doors on Saturday night. A majority… Continued
Maldives reserves decline raises economic concerns
The Maldives' usable reserves saw a notable decline of four percent by the end of March, compared to the previous month, according to statistics released by the central bank, the… Continued
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