Justice Closing in on Medical Mafia: Joint Investigation Launched Into COVID-19 PCR Fraud by Dr. Ali Latheef, Ibrahim Saleem & Dr. Milza
In a significant move against alleged corruption within the healthcare sector, the Prosecutor General's Office has directed the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) and the Maldives Police Service to launch a joint…
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From today, drug importers in Maldives could face death penalty
Amendments introducing the death penalty for major drug traffickers and importers have officially come into force in the Maldives today, marking one of the toughest anti-narcotics measures in the country’s…
BML Fund 2025 Winner UIS Opens Multi-Media Studio at Dh. A.E.C
The United Islamic Society (UIS), a winner of the Bank of Maldives Fund 2025, has established a fully equipped multi-media studio at Dhaalu Atoll Education Centre (Dh. A.E.C) in Kudahuvadhoo.…
Indonesia to Ban Social Media Access for Children Under 16
Indonesia has announced plans to prohibit children under the age of 16 from creating or maintaining accounts on major social media platforms, in a move aimed at protecting young users…
Four vehicles collide on bridge highway; two hospitalised
Two people have been hospitalised following a multi-vehicle collision on the Hulhumalé bridge highway late last night, police confirmed. According to authorities, the accident involved four vehicles — two cars…
22-Year-Old Maldivian Dies in Thai Jail After Drug-Smuggling Arrest at Bangkok Airport
A 22-year-old Maldivian man has died while in custody in Thailand after being arrested in connection with an alleged drug-smuggling attempt, authorities confirmed. The Maldives Police Service said it received…
MMA Appeals for Rare Photographs to Document Its Institutional History
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has invited the public to submit historical photographs related to the institution as part of preparations for a publication documenting its history. In an announcement…
Fenaka boosts electricity capacity in HA. Kelaa with new 600kW generator
Fenaka Corporation has strengthened electricity supply in HA. Kelaa with the installation and commissioning of a new 600-kilowatt generator, marking a significant step in improving power reliability for residents of…
‘Vashani’ Goes Live: STELCO Introduces Modern Portal for Electricity Services
The State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) has introduced a new digital customer service portal named “Vashani”, marking a major step toward modernizing electricity service management in the Maldives. The platform…
Families Invited to Dhiraagu GudiFest Today 5:00–6:00 PM at Hulhumalé Phase 2 Beach
Dhiraagu is hosting its Ramadan community event GudiFest in Hulhumalé today, inviting families and children to gather for an evening celebrating the traditional Maldivian pastime of kite flying. The event…
Ooredoo Maldives Declares MVR 3.54 Dividend at AGM, Signals Continued Growth
Shareholders of Ooredoo Maldives have approved a dividend payout of MVR 3.54 per share during the company’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on the night of March 4, 2026, reflecting…
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 for the island nation’s tourism industry. The agreement was signed during a…
Dhiraagu Wins Three Global Ookla Awards at Mobile World Congress
Maldives’ leading telecom operator Dhiraagu has secured three major international accolades from Ookla, recognizing the company’s dominance in next generation mobile connectivity across the Maldives. The awards were presented during…
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 on March 4 occurred in international waters south of Sri Lanka, clarifying…
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, with analysts attributing the increase to instability in global oil markets triggered…
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 Indian Ocean region, including the Maldives, as rescue operations continue for dozens…
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