Differences of opinion with the moderate scholar were purely academic, Shaheem said.
The allegations were made to a presidential inquiry commission.
Shaheem was accused of lying to the inquiry commission.
A new bench rejected the defence's appeal for a fresh trial.
Ex-Islamic minister Dr Shaheem accused of lying to inquiry commission.
The UN Special Rapporteur on Torture is due to visit next week.
Yameen said he "can't be touched" if the trial is fair.
The president nominated six individuals for the broadcasting regulator.
A threatening message was left on the acting chief judge's door.
Deloitte will probe transactions related to the MMPRC corruption scandal.
Thirty-nine individuals recognised with national awards for special achievement.
Addu City Council invites bids for hotel and guesthouses.
A roundup of the day's top stories.
A roundup of the day's top stories.
Stolen funds were used for political activities.
A roundup of the day's top stories.
A roundup of the day's top stories.
