Maldives News

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.

Majority backs parliament resolution to free Nasheed

Thirteen lawmakers from the ruling Progressive Party of Maldives signed the resolution.

Cross-party support for bid to oust speaker

The 51 MPs who signed the no-confidence motion include 15 from the ruling coalition.

Adhaalath Party leader seeks review of terror conviction

The president-elect’s spokeswoman has also urged the Supreme Court to release opposition leaders.

Lawmaker suspended for criticising Supreme Court

JP MP Ali Hussain was disciplined over remarks made on VTV.

PPM stands by vote rigging claims

The ruling party is seeking a police probe of its allegations.

Bridge contractor pledges cleanup and shark fishing inquiry

The Chinese company said there was a detailed seabed cleaning plan.

Row escalates between Maldives ruling party and elections body

The PPM has been fined US$4,860 for accusing Elections Commissioners of bribery and vote rigging.

US and EU welcome dismissal of election challenge

“The Maldivian people can finally enjoy clarity over the outcome of the election,” the president-elect said.

Former ally alleges president’s complicity in corruption scandals

Former MP Nazim broke his silence years after going into exile.