Maldives News
Corruption suspected in leasing of Malé eastern waterfront
The anti-corruption watchdog is probing undue benefits provided by the previous administration.
19 May 2019, 09:00
Hajj group sues Islamic ministry as assessment reveals corrupt practices
The Islamic ministry is accused of unfairly awarding Hajj quotas.
18 May 2019, 09:00
Bangladeshi killed over homosexual advances
Three Bangladeshi co-workers confessed to the murder.
18 May 2019, 09:00
High Court judge’s car vandalised
The front and rear windshields were smashed.
18 May 2019, 09:00
Malé City Council approves public smoking ban
The ban will come into force in six months.
16 May 2019, 09:00
Supreme Court seeks to punish media outlet over bribery allegations
Complaints against CNM were filed with the media regulator.
16 May 2019, 09:00
Abused disabled woman taken under state care
Photos of the woman tied to a lamppost have been circulating on social media.
16 May 2019, 09:00
Tourist arrivals in April reach 15-year record high
A 36 percent increase in arrivals was the highest year-over-year growth since 2004.
15 May 2019, 09:00
State seeks to halt enforcement of US$22m payout
The AG office asked the civil court to dismiss Dheebaja’s lawsuit.
15 May 2019, 09:00
President vetoes pension for former chief justice and vice presidents
A monthly allowance of US$2,270 was proposed for former vice presidents.
15 May 2019, 09:00
Maldives faces elevated risk of coral bleaching
The Marine Research Centre advised suspending dredging and reclamation projects.
15 May 2019, 09:00
Watchdog assures monitoring of tree replanting in Addu
EPA approved the removal of coconut palms to develop a city square.
15 May 2019, 09:00
Foreign minister concludes visit to Romania
A mechanism was established for regular consultations on bilateral and regional issues.
15 May 2019, 09:00
China to help develop business sector
An MoU was signed with China’s State Administration for Market Regulation.
15 May 2019, 09:00
Opposition alleges politically motivated dismissals
The president’s spokesman dismissed the claims as unfounded.
13 May 2019, 09:00
Taxi meters to be introduced after Ramadan
The transport ministry also plans to introduce a mobile app and standardised design.
13 May 2019, 09:00
Heritage ministry condemns excavation of historical site
An island council used an excavator to dig out an ancient bathing well.
12 May 2019, 09:00
Ex-president Gayoom urges Maldivians to respect other religions
The Azhar-educated scholar said Islam seeks to establish peace among all of humanity.
12 May 2019, 09:00
‘Homeless Artists’ share concerns with performance art
“I hear you,” said Arts and Culture Minister Yumna Maumoon.
12 May 2019, 09:00
Remand extended for Maldivians detained in Sri Lanka
The pair failed to pass a security clearance test.
12 May 2019, 09:00
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