Ahmed Ashraf

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MTCC launches Hunavaru 2026 with 56 apprentices across 14 fields

Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has officially launched its ā€œHunavaruā€ Apprenticeship Program 2026, providing 56 Maldivians with…

Cyber alert: Police detect targeted phishing attacks on government agencies

The Maldives Police Service has warned government institutions and the public to remain on high alert after detecting…

Grab driver in fatal crash that killed Maldivian student tests positive for methamphetamine

The Grab driver involved in the fatal road accident that killed 21-year-old Maldivian student Aminath Imili Nazim in…

ā€˜I couldn’t let all of them die’: Indian flydubai pilot recalls midair attack

Captain Smit Machchhar, the flydubai pilot seriously injured when his co-pilot attacked him during a flight from Dubai…

India’s JWALA micro-missile moves from development to testing

Indian defence technology firm IG Defence is preparing to conduct the first experimental trial of its indigenous JWALA…

The Hawks marks Teacher’s Day 2026 with Smart Refueling Vouchers for schools across Maldives

The Hawks has marked Teacher’s Day 2026 with a nationwide initiative delivering Smart Refueling Vouchers to schools across…

MATATO backs government move to amend tourism tax framework

The Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has welcomed President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s decision to…

Global Dukaan, Maldives Post launch MVR payment option for online shopping

Global Dukaan has introduced a new payment option in collaboration with Maldives Post, allowing Maldivian customers to pay…

Government delays 17% TGST on foreign travel agencies until April 2027

The government has postponed the implementation of the 17 percent Tourism Goods and Services Tax (TGST) on foreign…

Two Maldivian co-pilots detained in UAE over alleged flydubai hijack plot

Two Maldivians have reportedly been detained in the United Arab Emirates in connection with an investigation into an…

MWSC announces temporary water interruption in Villimale

Maldives Water and Sewerage Company (MWSC) has announced a possible temporary interruption to water services in Villimale on…

Police launch crackdown on dangerous drivers, repeat offenders to be publicly named

The Maldives Police Service has launched a nationwide operation targeting dangerous and reckless driving, warning that repeat offenders…

Foreign Currency Act changes: What every business needs to know

Businesses in the Maldives will have to follow new foreign currency conversion rules after major changes were made…

STO to showcase major business segments at Hotel Asia 2026

State Trading Organisation (STO) will showcase its major business segments and unveil a new brand at Hotel Asia…

President Muizzu says Eagle Hills investment will not affect Ras MalƩ housing pledges

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has assured that the major Eagle Hills development planned for Ras MalĆ© will not…