Maldives News
Vice president inaugurates Maafaru airport project
The project to develop a domestic airport in Noonu Maafaru was awarded in November 2013 to Millennium Capital Investment – a local company involved in a US$6 million corruption scandal implicating then-Tourism Minister Adeeb in October 2014.
24 Sep 2015, 09:00
Elections Commission to spend MVR1.6million on democracy celebration
The Elections Commission (EC) will be spending MVR1.6million (US$100,000) on celebrating democracy in northern Haa Alif Hoarafushi in October.
23 Sep 2015, 09:00
President Yameen may skip UN general assembly again
Yameen was scheduled to address the UNGA for the first time since his election on October 1. But Ibrahim Muaz Ali, the president’s spokesman, declined to comment if Yameen would be traveling to the US after his ongoing trip to Saudi Arabia.
23 Sep 2015, 09:00
Food supplies reach Makunudhoo ending shortage
The National Disaster Management Center has transported rice, flour and sugar to an isolated northern island facing a food shortage after prolonged bad weather grounded food supply boats.
22 Sep 2015, 09:00
Tidal swells may cause flooding in the Maldives next week
A king tide, caused by the coinciding of a full moon and bad weather, may cause flooding across the Maldives on September 28, 29 and 30, the department of meteorology has said.
22 Sep 2015, 09:00
Maldives marks 50 years of UN membership
On its 50th anniversary of membership with the UN, the Maldivian government defended its rights record, while the opposition called on the government to abide by the UN charter.
22 Sep 2015, 09:00
Food shortage in Makunudhoo amid bad weather
“To be honest, we are barely surviving, my family has only eaten biscuits and bread in the past few days. During this difficult time, families who have food are sharing it with others,” said a Makunudhoo shop owner.
21 Sep 2015, 09:00
Fishermen barred from Malé north harbor
Fishermen are complaining of lack of dock space at Malé’s harbors after vessels were cleared out from the new presidential jetty, Izzuddin pier. Some are now swimming to shore with their catch because they are unable to unload at the congested local market harbor, the only area now open to fishermen.
21 Sep 2015, 09:00
Sixth Maldivian killed fighting with Nusra front in Syria
Mohamed Irfan, who took on the name Abu Yushau Maldifi, traveled to Syria nearly six months ago, sources have said. The exact date of his death is unknown, but it was publicized on Facebook today by Bilad Al Sham Media (BASM) group, run by Maldivian jihadists in Syria.
21 Sep 2015, 09:00
Government seeks developers for 10,000 flats on Hulhumalé
The housing ministry on September 17 opened up a call for proposals for 7,120 social housing units and 3000 medium-end housing units on the newly reclaimed land on Hulhumalé.
20 Sep 2015, 09:00
More than 300 passengers rescued at sea
The coastguard has rescued some 181 passengers on a Thaa Atoll ferry and another 130 passengers on a Haa Alif Atoll ferry on Saturday amidst bad weather that has foiled Eid travel plans for thousands.
20 Sep 2015, 09:00
Chairman of state broadcaster now heads ruling party TV station, news website
Manik, who chairs the state’s Public Service Media (PSM) board, was appointed as the chief operating officer of PPM’s Channel 13 in August. He has now taken on the role of chief executive officer of Avas, a news website set up by Vice President Ahmed Adeeb.
20 Sep 2015, 09:00
Government complains of UK refusal to meet Cherie Blair
The Maldives has lashed out at the UK foreign office’s alleged refusal to allow Cherie Blair to accompany Foreign Minister Dunya Maumoon to a meeting in London.
19 Sep 2015, 09:00
PG takes dispute over Nasheed’s terrorism conviction to Supreme Court
The Prosecutor General said the High Court had clearly misapplied the law in rejecting an appeal filed to determine the credibility of a rapid criminal court trial against former President Mohamed Nasheed.
19 Sep 2015, 09:00
No deal with DP World on Thilafushi port project
The government had said that a joint venture agreement would be signed with the global marine terminal operator in April, but Fisheries Minister Dr Shainee revealed this week that the government’s board of investment decided that DP World’s proposal for the port project would not be beneficial for the Maldives.
17 Sep 2015, 09:00
Court ruling barring bank limits on cash withdrawal is “risky,” says ex economic minister
A High Court verdict barring banks from imposing limits on the amount of money customers can withdraw from their accounts is a “risky move” that could send “send shocks throughout the banking system,” former Economic Minister Mahmood Raazee has said.
17 Sep 2015, 09:00
A Political Trial or the Trial of a Politician?
The case of the former President Mohamed Naseed is in danger of being manipulated for purely political ends. It is therefore important that we remind ourselves of the facts so that judgment does not become clouded, writes Toby Cadman, partner at Omnia Strategy.
17 Sep 2015, 09:00
Government blames Nasheed for delay in MRI scan
A home ministry spokesman said the doctor had recommended Nasheed rest in a stress free environment and undergo physiotherapy and daily swims before obtaining the MRI. “But President Nasheed has opted not to swim daily. This is why we have not facilitated a scan for him,” he said.
17 Sep 2015, 09:00
High Court Judge to retire
“I am retiring because my doctors have advised me to stop working in such a stressful and busy environment,” Shareef said. His retirement will come into effect on October 1.
17 Sep 2015, 09:00
Four stabbed in Fuvahmulah fight
Three were transported to nearby Addu City’s Hithadhoo regional hospital for further treatment. One young man is in critical condition. “His status is not clear,” a hospital spokesman said.
17 Sep 2015, 09:00
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