Politics

Addu flying school to reopen with a European academy in December 2021

October 10, 2021, 16:47

Malé, Maldives - The President of Maldives Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has said that the Addu flying school will be reopened under the joint venture between Maldives National University (MNU), Island… Continued

JUST IN: India greenlights visa-free travel for Maldivians starting October 15

October 10, 2021, 15:52

Malé, Maldives - COVID-19 restrictions on travel to India have been lifted as an exception for Maldivians who wish to visit India effective from 15 October 2021. Maldivian nationals travelling… Continued

Sports Minister Mahloof’s suspension lifted

October 10, 2021, 15:41

Malé, Maldives - The Minister of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment Ahmed Mahloof resumed office on Sunday after his suspension was lifted. Local news reports that Mahloof's suspension was lifted… Continued

MDP councillor withdraws signature from India Out petition amid Nasheed’s displeasure

October 10, 2021, 15:26

Malé, Maldives - Malé Central Machangolhi councillor Ahmed Zameer who signed the "India Out" petition organized by the opposition coalition has withdrawn his signature due to displeasure from the Speaker… Continued

Five senior officers file court case against the Police Board

October 6, 2021, 18:59

Malé, Maldives - Five senior officers of Maldives Police Service have filed a case against the Police Board at the Civil Court for unfair dismissal from positions. The Police Board… Continued

Economic Minister to approve minimum wage next week

October 6, 2021, 16:39

Malé, Maldives - The Maldives Ministers of Economic Development Fayyaz Ismail Fayyaz Ismail has said that the minimum wage will be approved next week without any changes to the figures… Continued

National Security Committee Chair Aslam’s Addu City residence set on fire

October 6, 2021, 16:06

Addu City, Maldives - The Maldives is investigating an arson case where the National Security Services (241 Committee) Chair and MP for Addu City North Hithadhoo constituency Mohamed Aslam's home… Continued

High Court refuses to detain Ali Waheed’s passport for the 3rd time

October 6, 2021, 15:41

Malé, Maldives - The High Court of Maldives have denied a surrender order for the former Tourism Minister charged with 7 counts of sexual offences for the third time. This… Continued

76th UNGA President Abdulla Shahid arrives in Maldives

October 6, 2021, 10:02

Malé, Maldives - The President of the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (PGA), His Excellency Abdulla Shahid has just landed in Velana International Airport. https://twitter.com/abdulla_shahid/status/1445588423914377217?t=sjPVCsvLUW4-Xjf23cDp4A&s=19 The UN… Continued

UN PGA to arrive in Maldives tomorrow for an official visit on President Solih’s invitation

October 5, 2021, 17:43

The President of the 76th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (PGA), His Excellency Abdulla Shahid has scheduled an official visit to the Maldives from 6-9 October 2021. PGA… Continued