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Former national football player and former FAM President Ahmed Thoriq, commonly referred to as Tom, has been chosen unopposed as the new President of the Football Association of Maldives (FAM) during an extraordinary congress held today in Meeruma. Thoriq, who previously held the role of FAM...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has affirmed that holistic development is well within reach through efforts grounded in the national interest. The President made this statement while addressing the opening ceremony of the Velana International Airport’s new terminal. At the function, the President...
Numerous international and domestic flights experienced delays and some were redirected tonight after the runway at Velana International Airport (VIA) was shut down during the inauguration of the airport's new terminal. VIA’s flight information service reports that planes from Singapore Airlines,...
Following a successful state visit to the Maldives, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived back in India. After his short trip to the Maldives, the Indian PM conveyed his sincere appreciation to President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, the Maldivian government, and its citizens for their generous...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed observe the military display, procession, and cultural performances on Saturday to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Maldivian independence Upon arrival at Republic Square, they were welcomed by the Minister of Defence, Mohamed Ghassan...
The Bank of Maldives (BML) announced on Friday the introduction of Indian Rupee (INR) accounts for the first time in the Maldives, coinciding with the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "We are excited to inform you about the launch of INR accounts at Bank of Maldives, which will create...
More than 124,000 tourists have touched down in the Maldives so far this July, marking yet another sun-soaked surge for the island nation's thriving travel season. This was revealed by the Ministry of Tourism through its latest daily tourist arrival statistics published on Monday. As such,...
The Hidea Outboard Model, a Chinese brand that has been established since 2008, has finally made its way to the Maldives in 2025. The outboard engine was showcased and unveiled at an exclusive launch event on 24 July at Quick Ezy Marine Showroom. The Hidea brand is an outboard engine suitable for...
Former President Mohamed Nasheed has shown hope that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s imminent trip to the Maldives will enhance tourist numbers from India. Modi is set to land in Maldives next Friday for a two-day official visit. In a discussion with Asian News International (ANI), Nasheed...
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that a seaplane platform will be established in N. Velidhoo and is expected to become operational by January next year. He made the statement during his ongoing tour of the inhabited islands of South Miladhunmadulu Atoll, while addressing residents of...
The Family Protection Authority (FPA) expressed worries today that, despite the increase in sexual offenses, rape evidence kits exist in merely two hospitals nationwide. FPA raised these issues during today's session of the Parliament's Committee on Human Rights and Gender. The meeting took place...
To facilitate the growing number of Chinese tourists visiting Maafushi, the island council began collaboration with Villa’s Chinese Language Center in order to launch courses to teach Chinese to local institutions. The first course began on 23 July, and a new course will be underway soon. Staff...