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Cyclone Ditwah is expected to bring rain and thunderstorms to the central and southern atolls of Maldives over the next 24 hours, the Maldives Meteorological Service (MET) said on Saturday. Sharing the latest updates on Cyclone Ditwah, the MET said the system is moving away from Maldives and is...
The Maldives has announced a humanitarian donation of USD 50,000 and 25,000 cases of canned fish to support Sri Lanka’s recovery efforts following the devastating rains and flooding caused by Cyclonic Storm Ditwah. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the assistance is aimed at...
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The Maldives government has decided to donate USD 50,000 and 25,000 cases of canned tuna to Sri Lanka. The Foreign Ministry said Saturday that the assistance will be provided to the people of Sri Lanka to recover from the damage caused by heavy rains linked to cyclone Ditwa. The ministry said the...
Dhiraagu has also enabled free calls to Sri Lanka as the neighbouring country, where many Maldivians reside grapples with severe weather conditions. Dhiraagu said the move is aimed at helping customers stay in touch with their loved ones during this challenging. Dhiraagu customers can dial *225#...
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has decided to remove the banyan tree in the Mahchangolhi cemetery after residents complained it was disrupting daily life. The announcement was made during the public meeting with Mahchangolhi residents on Tuesday evening, where locals described problems caused by the...
The Maldives Meteorological Service has forecast continued heavy rainfall across parts of the country, while Male' City remains flooded following hours of downpour on Wednesday. According to the Met Office, rain is expected to persist until 06:00 on Thursday, with torrential rain and thunderstorms...
Waste Management Corporation Limited, WAMCO, has received a new fleet of electric waste collection vehicles funded by The Coca Cola Foundation through the UNDP regional project Management of Plastics Waste and Circular Interventions in South, Southeast Asia and the Pacific. The handover event...
The Maldives Meteorological Service (MET) on Sunday forecast heavy rain across most parts of the country for the next three days. Several islands experienced rainfall on Saturday, followed by heavier rain on Sunday. According to the MET Office, the country will see continued rainfall over the...
Shaahina Ali has made history by becoming the first Maldivian to receive the Ramon Magsaysay Award, widely regarded as Asia’s premier prize and highest honor. The award recognizes individuals and organizations who demonstrate integrity, courage, and a deep commitment to the service of humanity,...
A strong typhoon struck several areas in the central Philippines Monday night, including Cebu City. Weather authorities have issued further warnings for additional storms in the coming weeks. Twenty-five Maldivian students are currently studying in Cebu City. One student told Atoll Times on...
The government has publicized the regulation governing gulper shark fishing, allowing permits for a maximum of 40 vessels. The decision overturns the shark fishing ban that had been established under former President Mohamed Nasheed’s administration. President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu announced on...