Ahmed Ashraf

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BML joins ICIA 2026 as Platinum Partner to advance research in Maldives

Bank of Maldives (BML) has become a Platinum Partner of the 11th International Conference on Intellectual Advancement (ICIA…

STO launches ā€˜Salhiey Makita’ promotion with MVR 50,000 grand prize

State Trading Organization (STO) Construction Solutions has launched its annual "Salhiey Makita" promotion, offering customers the chance to…

STO brings GE HealthCare’s portable ultrasound technology to Maldives

State Trading Organisation (STO) has introduced GE HealthCare’s Vscan portable ultrasound devices to the Maldivian market, offering healthcare…

HDC posts MVR 2.01 billion profit as Auditor General issues clean audit opinion

Housing Development Corporation (HDC) recorded a net profit of MVR 2.01 billion in 2024, as the Auditor General…

Sri Lanka tops the world in positive views of India, Pew survey finds

Sri Lanka has emerged as the country with the most favourable view of India, while Pakistan sits at…

Cabinet ramps up fight against tobacco as generational ban moves forward

The government is stepping up efforts to build a tobacco-free generation in the Maldives, with the Cabinet approving…

Government moves to shut down prison scam calls with tougher SIM rules

The government has moved to tighten SIM card regulations and hold registered owners accountable when their numbers are…

Cheaper domestic flights for tourists as Cabinet orders airfare review

The Cabinet has directed Island Aviation Services Limited (IAS) to review and reduce airfares charged to tourists, as…

Man grabs machete after wife called ā€˜fat’ online, court orders 12-day remand

A 22-year-old man has been remanded for 12 days after allegedly going to another man's home in Sh.…

Maldives sets sights on tokenised tourism with Digital Ownership Summit

The Maldives is set to host an international summit focused on digital ownership and real-world asset tokenisation, as…

Maldives moves to patch GST loophole for foreign tour operators and booking platforms

The government has moved to close a major loophole in the Maldives' tourism tax system that allows parts…

President Muizzu: Young Maldivians will steer the nation towards a brighter future

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has said students hold the fundamental power to steer the Maldives towards a brighter…

President Muizzu announces legislative overhaul to safeguard Islamic principles

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced plans to introduce a strengthened legal framework aimed at ensuring that no…

BML assures support for online education and healthcare payments

Bank of Maldives (BML) has clarified that customers facing difficulties paying examination fees and other essential service charges…

President Muizzu, UAE President discuss stronger economic and development ties

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan have discussed strengthening…