Advertisement
Real-time coverage from our correspondents across politics, business, world affairs, and more.
Malaysia Airlines has officially begun operations at the new international passenger terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA), signifying a further milestone in the gradual opening of Terminal 1. Today, a unique event took place to commemorate the airline’s first flight from the new...
Dhiraagu hosted a special event to celebrate a historic national milestone, the successful completion of 100% high-speed fibre broadband coverage across all inhabited islands in the Maldives. With this achievement, Dhiraagu becomes the first and only service provider in the country to reach this...
Mounting public outrage over the illegal rental of government-subsidized Gedhoruveriya flats has prompted swift action from President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s administration. The government has announced a full-scale inspection and enforcement campaign to identify and repossess social housing units...
The Maldives Police Service has confirmed this evening that digital devices taken for investigation are managed according to international standards, ensuring there is no chance of data breaches from these devices. On Thursday, authorities confiscated the phone of young political activist Aishath...
Housing Minister Dr Abdullah Muhthalib has said that flats allocated under the government’s housing schemes will be confiscated if rented out to third parties. Muhthalib made the statement following posts on social media alleging that some recipients of the flats under the landlord scheme were...
12 October 2025 - Royal Island invites travellers to slow down and reconnect with nature through its Winter Escape Offer, offering up to 20% off stays. Located within the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the resort is surrounded by crystal lagoons, coral reefs, and pristine beaches that capture...
The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has announced it collected MVR 20 billion in tax revenue between January and September this year. According to the September tax revenue collection statistics released by MIRA, the MVR 20 billion collected during the first nine months of this year marks...
Authorities are looking into a case reported from Hulhudhoo, Addu City, regarding the supposed poisoning of birds and fish at the nearby Duck Park. The issue gained public notice when images of deceased ducks and fish in the park’s stream started spreading on Facebook earlier today. A Facebook...
The National Social Protection Agency (NSPA) allocated MVR 8.6 million in assistance in September for individuals admitted to private healthcare institutions in the nation, as per information published by the agency. The September statistics released by NSPA on Saturday indicate that the agency...
Widespread public anger regarding the unlawful leasing of government-subsidized Gedhoruveriya apartments has led to prompt measures by President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s government. The government has declared a comprehensive inspection and enforcement initiative to locate and reclaim social housing...
Malé, Maldives, October 12th, 2025 –Sun Siyam Olhuveliwill host two joyful occasions on 20th of October 2025, celebrating the lights of Diwali while paying tribute to the excellence of International Chefs Day. The event will feature India’s Chef Meghna, alongside performances by Chandana...
Malaysia Airlines has officially commenced operations from the new international passenger terminal at Velana International Airport (VIA), marking another milestone in the phased opening of Terminal 1. A special ceremony was held today to celebrate the airline’s inaugural operation from the new...