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Mohamed Junayd

117 articles

Agreements signed with India for key projects

Three fish processing factories to be developed across the country.

04 Dec 2019, 9:00 AM

Opposition launches protests over ex-president’s jailing

Several protesters were detained but released without charges.

01 Dec 2019, 9:00 AM

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, 9:00 AM

Home minister opposes lifting restrictions on freedom of assembly

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

27 Nov 2019, 9:00 AM

Landfill compactor purchase to end open burning of garbage

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

26 Nov 2019, 9:00 AM

President approves MVR174m payout to Dheebaja

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

26 Nov 2019, 9:00 AM

Judicial administration bought vehicles at inflated prices

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

24 Nov 2019, 9:00 AM

Coffeeshop vandalised with anti-LGBT threat

A former female employee faced harassment for wearing a suit.

24 Nov 2019, 9:00 AM

Parliamentary probe launched into jihadi group

The group is accused of murdering a lawmaker and journalist.

19 Nov 2019, 9:00 AM

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, 9:00 AM

Harbour fire victims remain hospitalised

Seven men suffered burns but escaped without serious injuries.

01 Oct 2019, 9:00 AM

Families displaced by Malé warehouse fire start to return

Some buildings needed to be demolished.

30 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

Mayor calls for independent inquiry of Malé warehouse fire

No reason to suspect arson, says police.

24 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

Lawmakers accept anti-terror legislation with reservations

MDP MPs called for the removal of Prosecutor General Bisham.

23 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

Islamic ministry probes celebration of Hindu festival

Indian teachers celebrated the festival on Kulhudhuffushi island.

19 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

Court dismisses charges raised over oil supply to North Korea

A Maldivian-flagged vessel was accused of busting sanctions.

19 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

Broadcasting regulator moves to censor political satire show

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

17 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

Maldives government seeks sweeping counter-terrorism powers

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

12 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

Maldivian arrested for criticising Islam

The man received multiple death threats online.

11 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

DED policemen face assault charges

Officers suspected of assault were suspended.

10 Sep 2019, 9:00 AM

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