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Today, one lane of the Sinamalé Bridge will be temporarily shut to public traffic because of a comprehensive emergency drill at Velana International Airport. The drill, designed to evaluate the airport's Emergency Response Plan, is scheduled for Tuesday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The northbound...
SITA held their Aerotech Connect event in the Maldives on 8th September 2025. The event took place at Barcelo’ Nasandhura, unveiling recent developments that will enhance passenger and flight experience in the Maldives. Being the world’s leading specialist in air transport communications and IT,...
The national airline, Maldivian, has revealed a decrease in Free Independent Travel (FIT) rates for visitors as part of efforts to boost local tourism. The airline announced that FIT fares will be decreased by an average of 15 percent, which will lower the expenses of domestic travel and enable...
Fathimath Shifanaaz, a young working mother of three expecting her fourth child is facing hardships as her husband Mohamed Ashfam, Hoarafushi Airport Manager — was abruptly transferred to a different island with no prior notice. In an emotional Facebook post, Shifanaaz expressed her frustration at...
A specialized training initiative has been organized for the Maldives Police Service in preparation for the forthcoming Airport Full-Scale Emergency Exercise (AFEX), set to occur on September 8, 2025, at Velana International Airport (VIA). The drill, organized by Maldives Airports Company Limited...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has declared that the Government will accelerate the development of Hanimaadhoo International Airport to guarantee it is fully functional by November. He expressed his thoughts while conversing with residents of Hanimaadhoo during his current visit to the populated...
Bank of Maldives (BML) has officially launched self-service ATM banking facilities in H.Dh. Finey today, celebrating yet another achievement in its nationwide program “Mulhi Raajje ah BML ATM”. The event was attended by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, Cabinet Ministers, BML Chairperson Ahmed Ali...
The initial stage of the Taxiway Charlie redevelopment initiative at Velana International Airport (VIA) has been finished and formally transferred to the Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL). In a statement issued yesterday, MACL announced the achievement, representing notable advancement in...
The Bank of Maldives (BML) has achieved another landmark in its goal to improve financial inclusion nationwide, with the formal launch of ATM services in AA. Maalhos under the “BML ATM in Mulhi Raajje” initiative. The ceremony, attended by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, Cabinet Ministers, BML...
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) announced on Tuesday that it is presently carrying out a study to define parking zones at Velana International Airport (VIA) ahead of the new terminal's inauguration, which requires creating a parking area at a designated distance from the building. On July...
The Prosecutor General's Office (PG) has officially asked the Criminal Court to revoke the passport of Ahmed Saeed, ex-Managing Director of Fenaka Corporation, referencing an intelligence report provided by the police. Saeed's passport was first seized in October of the last year due to an active...
The Maldives Meteorological Service (MET Office) has released weather warnings throughout a large area of the nation this morning, cautioning about hazardous sea conditions and high winds. A yellow alert is active from Haa Alif to Kaafu Atoll from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM, with winds anticipated to...