Ahmed Ashraf
Maldives to Take Global Spotlight as Host Country of ITB Berlin 2027
The Maldives has been officially announced as the Host Country of ITB Berlin 2027, marking a major milestone…
Dhiraagu Wins Three Global Ookla Awards at Mobile World Congress
Maldivesâ leading telecom operator Dhiraagu has secured three major international accolades from Ookla, recognizing the companyâs dominance in…
Iran’s naval frigate IRIS Dena disaster managed by Sri Lanka, Maldives received no SOS signal
Reliable authorities have confirmed to The Standard that the tragic sinking of the Iranian naval frigate IRIS Dena…
FSM Raises Fuel Prices Across Maldives Following Global Oil Market Volatility
Fuel prices at stations operated by Fuel Supply Maldives (FSM) have been revised upward effective 05 March 2026,…
Iranian naval ship attacked near Sri Lanka, maritime security concerns rise across Indian Ocean region
A serious maritime incident involving an Iranian naval vessel near Sri Lanka has raised security concerns across the…
Who Will Win Dhiraaguâs Second Speedboat? Final Draw Approaches
Dhiraagu has announced that excitement is building around its ongoing âWin 2 Speedboatsâ promotion after the first grand…
BML and Visit Maldives Partner to Transform Tourist Payments with Swipe
The Bank of Maldives has positioned its homegrown digital wallet, Swipe, at the center of the countryâs tourism…
Addu Hulhudhoo leaders join PNC, praise President Muizzuâs leadership
Prominent figures from the Addu Hulhudhoo constituency formally joined the People's National Congress in a high-profile ceremony held…
France Names Maldivian Attorney Fathimath Zuraig as Honorary Consul
Today the Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Abdulla Khaleel formally presented the exequatur to Ms. Fathimath Zuraig Mohamed,…
Maldives has relied on Gulf generosity, not Iran, says Nasheed
Former President Mohamed Nasheed has underscored the Maldivesâ longstanding financial ties with Saudi Arabia and Gulf nations, stating…
Ooredoo Nation Ramadan eSports Festival 2K26 Concludes with Thrilling Finals at Youth Hub
Ooredoo Nationâs Ramadan eSports Festival 2K26 wrapped up with a closing ceremony at Youth Hub, ending a nationwide…
No retreat on Chagos: President Muizzu responds firmly to Mauritius
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has sharply criticized Mauritiusâ decision to sever diplomatic ties with the Maldives, describing the…
No debt fears: President Muizzu says Maldives can settle sukuk immediately if required
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu stated today that the Maldives possesses sufficient funds to immediately settle its USD 500…
President Muizzu engages Arab leaders as Maldives reaffirms solidarity amid Middle East crisis
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu announced today that he is in active discussions with Arab leaders to convey the…
President Muizzu begins weekly media briefings with press conference this morning
The Presidentâs Office has confirmed that President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu will face the press this morning in his…