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In September, 41 cases of child abuse were self-reported by children themselves, according to data released by the Ministry of Social and Family Development. The ministry recorded a total of 241 child-related cases during the month. Of the 1,770 calls received by the ministry’s reporting...
A bill to amend the Evidence Act, introducing new conditions under which journalists may be compelled to disclose their sources, has been tabled in Parliament and scheduled for debate on Wednesday. Under the proposed changes, the High Court would be empowered to issue an order for source...
Villa Air is preparing to reenter the Maldives’ seaplane market with the deployment of its newly acquired DHC-6 Twin Otter fleet. The aircraft had previously been stationed at Maamigili, the airline’s operational base, where Villa Air has been configuring its fleet for to launch seaplane...
Varindera Constructions International Ltd (VCL) Group, a renowned Indian construction company, has received the necessary permits for the Blue Lagoon Commercial Arcade- a luxury apartment and retail complex in Maldives. Designed as the country’s first open-concept mall, the three-storey...
The Maldives’ first B2B technology and engineering exhibition for the hospitality industry commences at Central Park, Hulhumalé Hulhumalé, Maldives – 28 October 2025 — TechEng 2025 powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts officially opened today at Central Park, Hulhumalé, marking a defining...
A monument honouring Corporal Hussain Adam, who was martyred in the 1988 coup attempt, will be inaugurated this year on Victory Day, November 3. South Kulhudhuffushi Councillor Rilwan Mohamed said the monument features a seven-foot replica of the AK-47 rifle carried by Hussain Adam during the...
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Ooredoo Maldives has launched a vibrant promotional campaign ahead of the upcoming Ooredoo Fun Run, illuminating its flagship building in Hulhumale with colorful lighting designed to energize the community and build excitement for the event. The illuminated Ooredoo Building will remain a nightly...
Former President Abdulla Yameen on Monday criticised the Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) for using a low-capacity excavator in the construction of the harbour in Lh. Kurendhoo. Speaking at the ‘Thila Uthuru Award’ ceremony held in HA. Dhidhdhoo, Yameen referred to recent photos...
A minor has been arrested following a disturbance involving multiple youths at a Hiyaa tower in Phase II, Hulhumale', police confirmed on Monday evening. The incident occurred at Tower 9 of the Hiyaa housing complex, where three minors reportedly threatened each other and caused a public...
Bank of Maldives has initiated construction of a new branch in Lh. Hinnavaru, positioning the island to receive expanded financial services in line with the nation’s growing banking needs. The groundbreaking ceremony took place today with President Dr Mohamed Muizzu in attendance, joined by key...