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…

By Ahmed Ashraf 2 Min Read

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Gov’t Commits Nearly $292 Million to Revamp Fisheries Sector

The Maldivian government is poised to inject a record-breaking USD 291.8 million into the fisheries sector in a bold effort to modernize one of the nation’s most vital industries, according…

By Hussain Shinan 2 Min Read

President Muizzu Concludes Historic Hajj Visit, Returns with Strengthened Saudi Ties

In a visit that symbolized spiritual devotion and diplomatic momentum, President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed have concluded their official Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia at the…

By Hussain Shinan 3 Min Read

Foreign National Caught in Cigarette Sting Says: ‘They’re Not Mine!’

A Bangladeshi man arrested for allegedly smuggling 32 cartons of cigarettes into the Maldives has denied involvement, claiming in court that the goods were handed to him by another person.…

By Hussain Shinan 2 Min Read

15 Students Dead, Dozens Injured After Bus-MPV Collision on Malaysian Highway

A devastating road accident early Tuesday morning claimed the lives of at least 15 people after a bus carrying university students collided with a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) on the East-West…

By Hussain Shinan 4 Min Read

Democracy Under Fire: Candidate Shot, Country on Edge

Colombian senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe Turbay is fighting for his life after being shot multiple times, including twice in the head, during a campaign event in BogotĂĄ on…

By Hussain Shinan 5 Min Read

Citizen Input Wanted: Shape the Law Behind Your Future Digital Identity

In a bold leap toward building a digitally empowered state, the Government of Maldives has opened public consultation on its pioneering Digital Identity Bill, a key component of the ambitious…

By Hussain Shinan 4 Min Read

National Carrier Expands Wings with Arrival of Fifth ATR Aircraft

The Maldives’ national airline, Maldivian, has expanded its domestic fleet with the arrival of a fifth ATR aircraft, marking another milestone in the national carrier’s efforts to modernize its fleet…

By Hussain Shinan 2 Min Read

Green Wheels of Progress: Gov’t to Roll Out Electric Taxi Line by August

In a bold move to transform urban transport and answer public demand for cleaner, more affordable travel, the Maldivian government is set to launch its first-ever state-run taxi service powered…

By Hussain Shinan 3 Min Read

Maldives–Saudi Ties Flourish as President Muizzu and Crown Prince Salman Vow Closer Cooperation

In a significant diplomatic engagement, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu met with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Prime Minister, His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, at the…

By Ahmed Ashraf 3 Min Read

Maldives Shines at Hajj Reception as President Muizzu Sits Beside Crown Prince

In a powerful gesture of Islamic brotherhood and diplomatic solidarity, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu was seated prominently next to His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime…

By Ahmed Ashraf 2 Min Read

“We Deliver Facts, Not Fiction” – Spokesperson Heena Slams False Reports and Defends Government Actions

In an exclusive and wide-ranging written interview with The Standard, the Chief Spokesperson of the President’s Office, Heena Waleed, forcefully pushed back against misinformation and reiterated President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu’s…

By Ahmed Ashraf 5 Min Read

Weather Turns Rough Starting June 9 — Travel Caution Issued

The Maldives Meteorological Service (MET Office) has issued a weather advisory warning residents and travelers of intensified southwest monsoon conditions expected to impact the nation starting Monday, June 9, 2025.…

By Ahmed Ashraf 3 Min Read

Tag & Win Big This Eid: Dhiraagu Offers DJI Drones, AirPods, and Smartwatches!

Dhiraagu, the Maldives' leading telecommunications provider, has unveiled an exciting social media giveaway titled "Eid Bolah Gon" to celebrate Eid al-Adha. The campaign offers participants a chance to win cutting-edge…

By Ahmed Ashraf 2 Min Read

“A Time of Joy, Unity, and Celebration” — Dhiraagu Spreads Eid Cheer Nationwide with Bondibaiy Drive

In a heartwarming display of unity and tradition, Dhiraagu's annual 'Eid Bondibaiy' initiative has once again brought communities together across the Maldives. The event, centered around the distribution of the…

By Ahmed Ashraf 3 Min Read

President Muizzu’s Eid al-Adha Message from Arafah: A Call for Unity, Compassion, and Solidarity

In a heartfelt address from the sacred plains of Arafah during his Hajj pilgrimage, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu extended warm Eid al-Adha greetings to the Maldivian people and the global…

By Ahmed Ashraf 2 Min Read
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