Politics
Supreme Court asked to remove president from power
Former president Mohamed Nasheed said that the four opposition leaders, including himself, have filed a case with the Supreme Court to remove Yameen over corruption and theft.
28 Jan 2018, 09:00
‘No one is above the law’ after Faris taken into custody
MP Faris Maumoon was taken into custody Saturday night, accused of attempting to overthrow his uncle’s government by bribing politicians. His lawyers have appealed the decision at the High Court.
28 Jan 2018, 09:00
President orders nephew’s arrest
Faris Maumoon, who was in custody for six months while on trial for bribery, was given a conditional release last week by the Criminal Court.
27 Jan 2018, 09:00
Gayoom accused of calling for a coup
The former president made the remarks at an opposition gathering and called for immediate reforms, saying there was no need to wait for a particular time.
27 Jan 2018, 09:00
MP arrested for attempting to overthrow government
Police spokesman Ahmed Shifan said the politician was arrested in relation to an ongoing investigation. He did not give further details.
27 Jan 2018, 09:00
MP Faris released from custody after six months
The criminal court set three conditions for his release: not attempting to influence or tamper with evidence against him; getting the court’s permission before any travels out of the capital, Malé, and attending court hearings.
25 Jan 2018, 09:00
President accused of planning 2015 May Day unrest
Adeeb, who is serving a jail sentence on multiple charges, released a statement on the thousandth day of Imran’s jailing.
25 Jan 2018, 09:00
Freed MP urges government to release opposition leaders
All opposition leaders, aside from former president Maumoon Abdul Gayoom, are either in prison or exile as the Maldives prepares for this year’s presidential polls.
25 Jan 2018, 09:00
UN body urged to rule that Nasheed’s disqualification is illegal
Mohamed Nasheed is currently ineligible to contest the election as he was sentenced to 13 years in prison on a controversial terrorism charge.
23 Jan 2018, 09:00
Extremists and land grabs herald trouble in paradise, says Nasheed
Mohamed Nasheed, the exiled leader of the main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party, cannot run for president due to a prison sentence.
22 Jan 2018, 09:00
Special Ops disperse opposition protesters
Photos show protesters holding placards that said “Stop the damages and injury to Gasim” and “Against stealing and corruption”.
21 Jan 2018, 09:00
First lady distributes cash to island’s needy
An islander said envelopes carrying MVR1500 (US$97) were distributed during an event at Afeefuddin School.
18 Jan 2018, 09:00
Opposition leader’s resorts raided by police and customs
Jumhooree Party leader Gasim is currently in Germany after fleeing the Maldives on medical leave while serving a three-year jail term after being convicted of bribery.
18 Jan 2018, 09:00
Maafushi councillors suspended by LGA
A letter said the three councillors were being investigated and were ordered to stay away from work from Thursday.
17 Jan 2018, 09:00
Political parties spar over presidential picks
The ruling party says it can give the presidential ticket to anyone it wants, telling the opposition to put its own house in order.
16 Jan 2018, 09:00
Modi to visit Maldives at “a suitable time”
The Maldives is the only South Asian neighbour that Modi has yet to visit since taking office in 2014.
12 Jan 2018, 09:00
Election law changes proposed by government
Under the proposed changes the Elections Commission would have to get candidates or their representatives to approve and verify the voter list, which is currently illegal.
12 Jan 2018, 09:00
Government wants to add treason to Penal Code
The current Penal Code, introduced in July 2015, repealed a set of laws written in 1968.
11 Jan 2018, 09:00
Politics and polls top the agenda for EU visit
A European Parliament resolution last October called on Maldivian authorities to reform the judiciary, release political prisoners, and to guarantee the constitutional rights to freedom of speech and assembly.
11 Jan 2018, 09:00
First lady embarks on atoll tour
The first lady is expected to visit islands to evaluate the living conditions of residents.
10 Jan 2018, 09:00
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