Ahmed Ashraf

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“President Muizzu: Government’s main focus is affordable living and housing security”

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu on Thursday said his administration’s top priority is improving the living standards of ordinary…

“Opposition unable to criticize policies, so they resort to defamation and slander” says President Muizzu

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu on Thursday night strongly pushed back against what he described as a sustained campaign…

Ooredoo First in Maldives to Launch eSIM for Apple and Samsung Smartwatches

Ooredoo Maldives has become the first telecommunications provider in the Maldives to introduce eSIM services for both Apple…

Court Remands MDP Candidate Najuda in Drug Case as Husband Serves in Law Enforcement

Aishath Najudha Ali, a candidate contesting in the upcoming Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) National Council elections, has been…

President Muizzu declares extended Eid holidays, grants week-long public break

The Government of the Maldives has officially declared June 24 and 25 as additional public holidays, extending the…

MACL rolls out special Hajj departure arrangements at Velana Airport

Maldives Airports Company Limited has announced special operational arrangements at Velana International Airport to facilitate the departure of…

NGOs Invited to Apply as BML Unveils MVR 1 Million Bank Fund 2026

Bank of Maldives has opened applications for the Bank Fund 2026, its annual grant programme aimed at supporting…

President Muizzu announces Bandeyri Koshi redevelopment, expanded housing allocation for MNDF

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced plans to launch a major modern housing project for members of the…

MNDF anniversary: President Muizzu praises generations of soldiers who defended Maldives

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu tonight paid tribute to the sacrifices and dedication of Maldivian soldiers, describing members of…

“BML’s non-deal roadshow is not a sovereign borrowing exercise,” says Finance Minister

Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises Moosa Zameer has clarified that Bank of Maldives’ (BML) ongoing efforts to…

Former President Nasheed’s brother Uz. Nazim Sattar stabbed in MalĂ© City

Prominent lawyer Nazim Sattar, brother of former Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed, was stabbed by unidentified assailants in MalĂ©…

Immigration says ordinary passports remain fully valid for international travel amid temporary e-passport shortage

Maldives Immigration has begun temporarily issuing non-electronic passports following delays in the arrival of booklet stock required for…

Rice supply remains stable, STO rejects shortage reports

State Trading Organization has rejected reports claiming the company imposed restrictions on rice distribution due to declining stock…

Top Chess Clubs Set for Battle at STO Boduriyaa Championship 2026

The STO Boduriyaa Championship 2026 is set to begin on Thursday night, bringing together chess clubs from across…

President Muizzu returns after successful Sri Lanka state visit

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and First Lady Sajidha Mohamed returned to MalĂ© on Tuesday following the conclusion of…