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Agreements signed with India for key projects

Agreements signed with India for key projects

Three fish processing factories to be developed across the country.

04 Dec 2019, 09:00

Opposition launches protests over ex-president’s jailing

Opposition launches protests over ex-president’s jailing

Several protesters were detained but released without charges.

01 Dec 2019, 09:00

Maldives ex-president convicted of money laundering, sentenced to five years in prison

Maldives ex-president convicted of money laundering, sentenced to five years in prison

The five-judge panel also imposed a US$5 million fine.

28 Nov 2019, 09:00

Home minister opposes lifting restrictions on freedom of assembly

Home minister opposes lifting restrictions on freedom of assembly

The freedom of assembly law presently requires written permission from the police.

27 Nov 2019, 09:00

Landfill compactor purchase to end open burning of garbage

Landfill compactor purchase to end open burning of garbage

A US$623,480 contract was signed with MTCC.

26 Nov 2019, 09:00

President approves MVR174m payout to Dheebaja

President approves MVR174m payout to Dheebaja

A ruling party lawmaker alleged corruption over the failure to seek a Supreme Court review.

26 Nov 2019, 09:00

Judicial administration bought vehicles at inflated prices

Judicial administration bought vehicles at inflated prices

Three cars and a van were purchased at double or triple the actual cost.

24 Nov 2019, 09:00

Coffeeshop vandalised with anti-LGBT threat

Coffeeshop vandalised with anti-LGBT threat

A former female employee faced harassment for wearing a suit.

24 Nov 2019, 09:00

Parliamentary probe launched into jihadi group

Parliamentary probe launched into jihadi group

The group is accused of murdering a lawmaker and journalist.

19 Nov 2019, 09:00

Verdict due in ex-president Yameen’s money laundering trial

Verdict due in ex-president Yameen’s money laundering trial

A new bench rejected the defence’s appeal for a fresh trial.

17 Nov 2019, 09:00

Harbour fire victims remain hospitalised

Harbour fire victims remain hospitalised

Seven men suffered burns but escaped without serious injuries.

01 Oct 2019, 09:00

Families displaced by Malé warehouse fire start to return

Families displaced by Malé warehouse fire start to return

Some buildings needed to be demolished.

30 Sep 2019, 09:00

Mayor calls for independent inquiry of Malé warehouse fire

Mayor calls for independent inquiry of Malé warehouse fire

No reason to suspect arson, says police.

24 Sep 2019, 09:00

Lawmakers accept anti-terror legislation with reservations

Lawmakers accept anti-terror legislation with reservations

MDP MPs called for the removal of Prosecutor General Bisham.

23 Sep 2019, 09:00

Islamic ministry probes celebration of Hindu festival

Islamic ministry probes celebration of Hindu festival

Indian teachers celebrated the festival on Kulhudhuffushi island.

19 Sep 2019, 09:00

Court dismisses charges raised over oil supply to North Korea

Court dismisses charges raised over oil supply to North Korea

A Maldivian-flagged vessel was accused of busting sanctions.

19 Sep 2019, 09:00

Broadcasting regulator moves to censor political satire show

Broadcasting regulator moves to censor political satire show

Raajje TV was asked to censor the use of slang on Maakana Show.

17 Sep 2019, 09:00

Maldives government seeks sweeping counter-terrorism powers

Maldives government seeks sweeping counter-terrorism powers

The proposed changes have prompted concerns over civil rights and due process.

12 Sep 2019, 09:00

Maldivian arrested for criticising Islam

Maldivian arrested for criticising Islam

The man received multiple death threats online.

11 Sep 2019, 09:00

DED policemen face assault charges

DED policemen face assault charges

Officers suspected of assault were suspended.

10 Sep 2019, 09:00

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