Maldives News

Record budget submitted on behalf of president-elect

The 2019 budget is MVR29.6 billion (US$1.9 billion).

Supreme Court frees Sheikh Imran

Imran’s 12-year jail sentence was suspended pending a review of his terrorism conviction.

Nasheed welcomed back by jubilant supporters

The opposition leader returned after nearly three years in exile.

Two suspects in custody after Fuvahmulah stabbing

The teenage victim is in critical condition after he was stabbed inside his house.

National airline owed MVR5m for ruling party campaign

The Elections Commission was asked to deduct from state funds allocated to PPM.

Parliament informed of president’s failure to declare assets

The audit office has allowed Yameen to submit overdue financial records, the outgoing president’s spokesman said.

Missing tourist drowned

The 31-year old man was reported missing on Tuesday.

Minister blames sabotage of pump stations for flooding

The streets of the capital were inundated after heavy rainfall.

Supreme Court ends saga of 12 unseated lawmakers

The opposition has gained a clear majority with the reinstatement of 12 ex-PPM MPs.

Maldives top court clears way for Nasheed’s return

The court halted enforcement of Nasheed’s jail sentence pending a review of his terrorism conviction.

Five injured in highway accidents

An expatriate injured Tuesday morning is in critical condition.

Maldives government lied about US$40m loan

Deputy elections chief faces second sexual harassment complaint

Amjad Musthafa is alleged to have insisted on sleeping in the same room as two female employees.

Deputy election chief accused of sexual harassment

Amjad Musthafa denies the allegations.

Court rules in favour of evicted Kulhudhuffushi residents

The magistrate court was ordered to review compensation claims for two houses torn down for an airport.

Rilwan’s family fears Adeeb could flee before fresh investigation

Several opposition figures have called for Adeeb to be allowed to seek medical treatment overseas.

Gasim Ibrahim endorsed as next speaker

PPM MP Abdul Raheem Abdulla has also thrown his name into the hat.

High Court overturns identity fraud conviction of MP Faris

Faris was jailed for using the flag and logo of the Progressive Party of Maldives.

Majlis to resume with vote on presidential term

The opposition wants the president-elect to take the oath of office on November 11.

Lawmakers seek repeal of anti-defamation and anti-defection laws

A bill to repeal the anti-defection law was proposed by PPM deputy leader Riyaz Rasheed.