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Ali Waheed

Politics

MDP hits back at coalition ‘failure’ claims

The MDP is part of an opposition alliance which has talked about putting forward a unity candidate in this September’s polls as its leaders are in exile or behind bars.

27 May 2018, 9:00 AM

Politics

Gasim hopes for ‘national unity government’

The JP leader met former MDP chair Ali Waheed, former vice president Dr Mohamed Jameel Ahmed, and JP deputy leader Ameen Ibrahim in Germany.

21 Dec 2017, 9:00 AM

Politics

Ali Waheed resigns as MUO deputy leader

Waheed, who lives in exile in the United Kingdom, said he was resigning to pave the way for a leader who lives in the Maldives.

29 Nov 2016, 9:00 AM

Politics

Immigration revokes passport of MDP chairperson, ex-vice president’s associates

“We have shared this information with other countries. Hence, if they travel using this passport, they will face problems at the point of entry and immigration will not be responsible for any inconvenience or loss they may have to face,” said Hassan Khaleel, the department’s media official.

22 Sep 2016, 9:00 AM

Politics

No end in sight for PPM row as factions press for action against MPs

The Gayoom faction of the PPM is pressing the party’s disciplinary committee to take action against five MPs loyal to Yameen.

15 Aug 2016, 9:00 AM

Politics

Raajje TV ordered to stop live broadcast of popular talk show

Raajje TV has been ordered to stop live broadcast of its popular talk show Fala Surukhee for airing an interview with an opposition member who leveled allegations of corruption at President Abdulla Yameen.

28 Apr 2016, 9:00 AM

Politics

President asks bank to disclose account details to anti-corruption watchdog

The Maldives Islamic Bank had refused to share information about Yameen’s private bank account with the Anti-Corruption Commission for its investigation into the embezzlement of nearly US$80 million from the state-owned tourism promotion company.

16 Feb 2016, 9:00 AM

News In Brief

High Court overturns MDP chairperson’s remand extension

26 May 2015, 4:25 PM

Politics

May Day protest pickup driver faces terrorism charges

21 May 2015, 5:18 PM

News In Brief

JP council member’s detention extended by 10 days

19 May 2015, 5:36 PM

News In Brief

Court extends detention of Adhaalath Party leader, MDP chairperson

17 May 2015, 7:55 PM

Politics

High Court upholds detention of MDP chairperson, Adhaalath Party leader

14 May 2015, 5:47 PM

News In Brief

“Maldivians against brutality” alliance to launch activities tonight

23 Mar 2015, 7:14 PM

Politics

MDP, Adhaalath Party announces first rally of “Maldivians against brutality” alliance

19 Mar 2015, 7:41 PM

Politics

MDP, JP rally supporters ahead of mass February 27 march

20 Feb 2015, 12:53 PM

Politics

Opposition street demonstrations head into third consecutive night

14 Feb 2015, 4:42 PM

Politics

Opposition suggests inconsistent policies, while Islamic ministry lecture slams tourism promotion show

24 Jan 2015, 4:39 PM

Politics

Reeko Moosa appeals to MDP disciplinary committee after dismissal

04 Jan 2015, 7:06 PM

Politics

MDP rejects MP Shareef’s proposal to reduce Supreme Court bench

25 Nov 2014, 9:22 PM

Crime

Government and opposition play blame game over Addu attacks

15 Oct 2014, 6:47 PM

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