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World Bank Warns of Climate Change Threats to Maldives' Economy
MALE, September 17, 2024 - A new World Bank report released today highlights the severe risks posed by climate change to the Maldives'...
Sep 17, 20242 min read


Economic Alarm Bells Ring as Maldives Teeters on Financial Precipice
The Maldives Trade Association (MTA) has sounded a dire warning about the island nation's economic health, painting a stark contrast to...
Sep 16, 20241 min read


Maldives Foreign Minister Dismisses Need for IMF Assistance
Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer has stated that the Maldives is not currently in a position that requires seeking assistance from the...
Sep 14, 20241 min read


No Confirmed Monkeypox Cases in Maldives, Says Health Protection Agency
The Health Protection Agency (HPA) of Maldives has addressed recent rumors about monkeypox cases in the country. According to the agency,...
Sep 13, 20241 min read


MIRA Reports Significant Revenue Increase in August 2023
The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has announced a substantial increase in revenue collection for August 2023. The authority...
Sep 12, 20241 min read


Two Deaths in Two Days: Another Deceased Person Found in Kulhudhuffushi
In a shocking turn of events, a second death has been reported in Kulhudhuffushi City within just two days. The body of a 36-year-old...
Sep 11, 20241 min read


National Security Council Gains Expanded Powers in Project Allocation and Procurement
Following an amendment to the State Financial Regulations, the National Security Council has been granted additional powers to award...
Sep 10, 20241 min read


Police Warn of Increasing Dollar Selling Scams on Social Media
The police have issued a warning urging the public to be cautious of increasing dollar selling scams. Authorities report a rise in...
Sep 8, 20241 min read


WAMCO Targets Seven Million in Revenue from Cleaning Services
The Waste Management Corporation (WAMCO) aims to generate 7 million in revenue from its cleaning services, according to Managing Director...
Sep 7, 20241 min read


President Muizzu Calls for Harsher Penalties on Reckless Driving
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has instructed relevant government agencies to amend laws to impose stricter measures against reckless...
Sep 6, 20241 min read


Health Protection Agency Warns of Rapidly Spreading Eye Infection
The Health Protection Agency (HPA) has urged the public to be cautious about a rapidly spreading eye infection during this western...
Sep 5, 20241 min read


Azerbaijan Airlines Launches Direct Flights to Maldives, Expanding Travel Options
Azerbaijan's national carrier, Azerbaijan Airlines, has announced a significant expansion of its international routes with the...
Sep 4, 20242 min read


From Hostage Drama to Jail Tragedy: Athhar's Death Sparks Outcry
Transparency Maldives has called for an independent investigation into the death of Adam Athhar, who was found dead in custody after...
Sep 3, 20242 min read


Maldives Introduces Hefty Penalties for Employers Violating Foreign Worker Rights
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has ratified an amendment to the Employment Act that imposes a fine of 50,000 Rufiyaa per employee on...
Sep 2, 20242 min read


Maldives Hostage-Taker Reportedly Alive After Suicide Attempt in Custody
Adam Athuharu, the man who recently held a woman at knifepoint in Male, Maldives, is reportedly alive following an apparent suicide...
Sep 1, 20242 min read


Armed Man Arrested After Holding Woman at Knifepoint in Maldives
Armed Man Arrested After Holding Woman at Knifepoint in Maldives A tense situation unfolded in Male, Maldives, as an armed man was...
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Maldives Slams Israeli Minister's Al-Aqsa Temple Plan
The Maldivian government has issued a strong condemnation of recent statements by an Israeli minister calling for the construction of a...
Aug 28, 20242 min read


WAMCO Continues Expansion of Cleaning Services with MPL Agreement
Maldives Ports Limited (MPL) has signed an agreement with Waste Management Corporation (WAMCO) to obtain their cleaning services. WAMCO's...
Aug 27, 20241 min read


Over 3,000 Illegal Immigrants Sent Home in Maldives' Deportation Drive
The Maldivian government has intensified its efforts to address the issue of illegal foreign workers, resulting in the deportation of...
Aug 27, 20241 min read


Maldives Police to Investigate Alleged Financial Coup Attempt via BML
The Maldives Police Service has decided to investigate allegations of an attempted financial coup through the Bank of Maldives (BML). In...
Aug 26, 20241 min read
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