Mohamed Junayd

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

