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Maldives Police Commissioner Ahmed Mohamed has announced that stringent measures will be taken against habitual traffic offenders as part of efforts to strengthen road safety and prevent recurring accidents. In a statement
State Electric Company Limited STELCO has announced that parties responsible for damaging its power distribution network during road excavation works will be required to bear the full cost of repairs and restoration
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed have concluded their unofficial visit to Singapore and returned to Malé on Tuesday evening. The President’s Office confirmed that the President and First
Maldives Customs Service has seized 11.75 kilograms of suspected cannabis that was allegedly being smuggled into the Maldives through courier services. The seizure was made on September 7, 2026, at Velana International
Maldives Customs Service has seized more than 8.5 million cigarettes allegedly smuggled into the Maldives by sea during a special operation at Malé Commercial Harbour. According to Customs, the seizure was made
Velana International Airport VIA has been named the Indian Ocean’s Leading Airport 2026 at the World Travel Awards, marking the 13th time the Maldives’ main international gateway has received the prestigious regional
The Maldivian government has spent MVR 835 million on the Free Degree Program over the past six years, providing thousands of Maldivian students with access to government-funded first-degree education. According to statistics
The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company MTCC has completed asphalt works on Segment Two of Ameenee Magu, marking further progress on efforts to improve road infrastructure and connectivity in Malé City. MTCC
Eagle Hills Chairman Mohamed Alabbar has outlined an ambitious vision for the Maldives Waterfront and Marina project in Rasmalé, saying the development is intended to expand the Maldives beyond its traditional identity
The Ministry of Defence has extended by one month the deadline for businesses and other parties involved in the sale of hazardous chemicals in the Maldives to obtain the required permits and
Work to upgrade the synthetic athletics track in Hulhumalé to a World Athletics-compliant polyurethane PU track is scheduled to begin in October, Minister of Youth Empowerment, Sports and Fitness Abdulla Rafiu has
The Maldives’ fisheries sector is entering a new phase of growth, with Fisheries, Agriculture and Ocean Resources Minister Ahmed Shiyam stating that improved operational efficiency at the Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company MIFCO
Investigations are underway against the leaders of 10 gangs as authorities intensify efforts to dismantle organised gang networks across the Maldives, Homeland Security, Labour and Technology Minister Ali Ihusaan has said. Speaking
Homeland Security, Labour and Technology Minister Ali Ihusaan has warned drug traffickers of tougher enforcement, highlighting the death penalty provisions now in force for large-scale drug importation and trafficking. Speaking at the
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has called for increased investment in digital innovation, artificial intelligence and skills development to strengthen the resilience and competitiveness of the Maldivian tourism industry while preserving the human
Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef has called for stronger protection of the sovereignty and decision-making rights of small states, while urging greater international action on Palestine, climate change, global finance and reform
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed departed for Singapore last night on an unofficial visit, the President’s Office has confirmed. The President and First Lady left the Maldives on
The Maldives Police Service has warned the public against walking or running across the Sinamalé Bridge, saying bypassing barriers to access the bridge as a pedestrian poses a serious risk of accidents.
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has assured that the land being created through the historic Rasmalé reclamation project will remain under Maldivian ownership, while reaffirming that the Government’s ambitious plans for the new
Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef has reaffirmed the Maldives’ commitment to sustainable development, international cooperation and stronger partnerships among developing countries, while highlighting China’s contribution to the Maldives’ national development. Vice President
