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All former presidents received embezzled money: Adeeb

September 30, 2020, 23:00

Male', Maldives - Former Vice President of Maldives Ahmed Adeeb, who is currently standing trial for his part in embezzling funds from Maldives Media and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has… Continued

Velana International Airport nominated as World Leading Airport

September 30, 2020, 22:20

Male', Maldives - Velana International Airport (VIA) has been nominated in the "Leading Airport" category of World Travel Awards. 22 airports have been nominated for this category along with VIA, including… Continued

Fives sites in Lh Atoll declared as protected areas

September 30, 2020, 22:00

Lh Atoll, Maldives — Five eco-rich sites in Lh Atoll have been declared as protected areas by the President. President Ibrahim Solih decided to take the decision upon recommendation from his… Continued

Uligan yacht marina and city hotel project to be re-announced

September 30, 2020, 21:30

HA.Uligan, Maldives - Tourism Ministry has re-announced the City Hotel project of HA.Uligan, after deciding to start the project. Tourism Ministry tweeted a teaser revealing that they will be advertising… Continued

JUST IN: 53 cases of Covid-19 recorded in Addu City!

September 30, 2020, 21:00

Addu City, Maldives - A total of 53 cases of Covid-19 have been recorded in Addu City today - the highest number of cases recorded in the city til date.… Continued

Dhiraagu provides free internet to children’s center in Hulhumalé

September 30, 2020, 20:40

Hulhumalé, Maldives — The telecommunications company, Dhiraagu has decided to provide free internet connection to the state-run children's center, ‘Fiyaavathi’ in Hulhumalé area. In addition to the free internet connections, Dhiraagu… Continued

BML appoints two new executive directors

September 30, 2020, 20:20

Male', Maldives - Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced the appointment of Mr. Moosa Nimal as its Director of Retail and SME Banking and Mr. Ahmed Aseef as its Director… Continued

Japanese loan of USD 47.5 million handed over to Maldives

September 30, 2020, 18:00

Male', Maldives - The USD 47.5 million loan given by the Japanese government to Maldives, in order to overcome the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, has officially been handed over to Maldives… Continued

Sports veteran, Ibrahim Ismail retires from National Sports Council

September 30, 2020, 17:00

Malé, Maldives — Sports veteran, Ibrahim Ismail leaves the sports industry after retiring from the National Sports Council. On Monday, the 70-year-old retired from the sports industry after spending 44 years… Continued

Telemedicine introduced for the first time in a health center

September 30, 2020, 16:30

Th.Vilufushi, Maldives - Telemedicine has been introduced in Th. Vilufushi Health Center - a first for health centers in the country. Telemedicine is a virtual service where patients can consult doctors… Continued