Ahmed Ashraf
Police investigate allegations of child abuse involving Nepalese nanny
The police have initiated an investigation concerning allegations of physical abuse against a three-year-old boy by a foreign…
Maldives secures $50 million loan from U.S. firm amid economic challenges
On November 8, 2024, the State Trading Organisation (STO) of the Maldives secured a $50 million loan from…
MP Latheef criticizes Ministers for ignoring constituents’ needs
During a special session of the People's Majlis on Monday, Dhidhdhoo constituency MP Abdul Latheef Mohamed, commonly known…
Berlin’s streets to feature Maldives-themed Taxis during key tourism events
The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), operating under the brand Visit Maldives, has announced an extensive…
Teacher accused of abusing disabled Student walks free on conditional release
A teacher accused of physically abusing a student with disabilities has been released on conditional terms following a…
Maldives Synetecs makes history as first startup selected for web summit’s ALPHA program
In a groundbreaking achievement, Maldives-based artificial intelligence (AI) startup Synetecs has been chosen for the ALPHA program at…
Supreme Court to hear case on former president Gayoom’s liability for DRP’s debt
The Supreme Court is set to commence hearings regarding the financial liability of former President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom…
Maldives faces severe air pollution, HPA issue safety guidelines
Maldives is grappling with alarming levels of air pollution, prompting the Health Protection Agency (HPA) to issue an…
Maldives faces rolling bidi tobacco shortage following Customs seizure
Maldives is currently experiencing a shortage of tobacco used for rolling bidi cigarettes, as reported by local newspaper…
Three Indian nationals to be deported following Artificial Beach altercation
Maldives Immigration has announced plans to deport three Indian nationals involved in a violent altercation at Artificial Beach…
Education Minister advocates for balanced extracurricular activities in Schools
Education Minister Dr. Ismail Shafeeu has urged schools to organize extracurricular activities in a manner that does not…
New species of Perchlet discovered in Maldives mesophotic coral ecosystem
A team of marine biologists has identified a new species of perchlet, Plectranthias raki, in the mesophotic coral…
Maafaru Airport sees surge in private Jet landings post-runway expansion
Maafaru International Airport, managed by Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL), reported a significant increase in private jet traffic…
Theft tops crime reports in early 2025, Police data reveals
In the initial weeks of 2025, theft has emerged as the most frequently reported crime in the Maldives,…
MMA estimates $40 million conversion under new foreign currency act
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has projected that at least $40 million will be converted to local banks…