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Four MoUs signed between Maldives and Bahrain

October 7, 2022, 07:49

Bahrain - On Thursday, Maldives and Bahrain exchanged four key agreements between both countries, marking a pivotal progress in the countries' bilateral relationship. The ceremony where the agreements were exchanged… Continued

MPL fuel theft – Diesel worth MVR 28.3 million stolen!

October 6, 2022, 15:43

Malé, Maldives - Special audit report on fuel purchase of Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) has revealed that fuel worth over MVR 28.3 million was stolen from the company between 2018… Continued

Hithadhoo Port re-development to commence next month

October 6, 2022, 13:45

Addu City, Maldives - Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) has announced that the physical works for Hithadhoo Port development will start next month. In a press conference held by MPL, CEO… Continued

Jammers to be installed in Maafushi Prison

October 6, 2022, 11:46

Maafushi, Maldives - Maldives Police Service has revealed that call jammers will be installed at Maafushi Prison to curb scam calls currently on the rise in the country. Speaking on… Continued

New runway at VIA made operational

October 6, 2022, 11:01

Malé, Maldives - The new runway at Velana International Airport (VIA) has been made operational today. The runway, located at the main transportation hub of the country was inaugurated by… Continued

President and First Lady depart to Bahrain

October 5, 2022, 18:00

Malé, Maldives - President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and First Lady Fazna Ahmed departed on Wednesday on a State Visit to the Kingdom of Bahrain. The President is travelling to Bahrain… Continued

Drugs worth over MVR 12 million seized!

October 5, 2022, 17:56

Malé, Maldives - Maldives Customs Service has revealed that they have seized drugs worth over MVR 12 million. According to a statement released by Customs the drugs were found from… Continued

“Only 12 MP’s signed to impeach me”: Speaker Nasheed

October 5, 2022, 13:28

Malé, Maldives - Maldivian Speaker of Parliament and Former President Mohamed Nasheed has claimed that only 12 MP’s signed to impeach him. Attempt to impeach Speaker Nasheed started following his… Continued

Need to expedite measures for safe and secure internet and technology use: VP Faisal

October 5, 2022, 06:54

Crossroads, Maldives - Vice President Faial Naseem on Tuesday morning stated that the need to expedite measures for safe and secure internet and technology use was more important than ever… Continued

Bidding process for Gan Airport development commences

October 5, 2022, 06:43

Addu City, Maldives - Ministry of Economic Development has opened Gan Airport Development project for tender. The ministry had previously revealed that seven companies had passed the pre-qualification stage. The… Continued