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New era of travel: President Muizzu confirms e gates at Velana by January 2026

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that Velana International Airport will introduce state of the art eGates before 1 January 2026, marking a major shift toward faster and more efficient…

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November 3, 1988: A Day that Defined Maldivian Bravery

In a pivotal moment of Maldivian history, the nation’s security forces – backed by a rapid Indian military intervention codenamed “Operation Cactus” – thwarted an armed mercenary attack on the…

“2026 budget built to lift the nation from inherited debt and deliver true development” says Minister Zameer

Minister of Finance and Planning Moosa Zameer presented the State Budget for 2026 to the…

President Muizzu Becomes First National Democratic Leader to Visit Every Maldivian Island in Record Time

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has set a historic national benchmark by becoming the first national…

President Muizzu: “We will bring stability — no political arrests, no revenge”

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has reaffirmed his commitment to restoring national stability and institutional harmony,…

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Delhi Red Fort explosion classified as terror act, PM Modi vows justice

The Government of India has officially declared the recent car explosion near Delhi’s historic Red Fort a terrorist attack, marking…

“All those responsible will be brought to justice,” vows India PM Modi after Delhi blast

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking during his official visit to Bhutan, issued a firm warning that “all those responsible will…

Delhi in shock: Red Fort explosion probed under anti-terror laws

Indian authorities have launched an investigation under the country’s anti-terrorism and explosives laws after a deadly car explosion near the…

Blast near Red Fort shakes New Delhi, leaves eight dead

A powerful explosion in a car near the famed Red Fort metro station in the heart of India’s capital killed…

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