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A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.

2017

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ITFC provides STO with a USD100 million financial facility

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The following article was published on PSM news, the official State Media in the Maldives. International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) has provided State Trading Organization (STO) with a 100 million U.S. dollar financial facility. The agreement of the venture was signed by the CEO of ITFC Nazeem Noordaah and Managing Director of STO Ahmed […]

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New building of Aminiya School to be completed for new academic year

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The following article was published on PSM news, the official State Media in the Maldives. The government of the Maldives has been exerting major efforts to enhance the education sector of the country. Under these efforts, the government has carried projects aimed to develop school facilities and teachers. One major successful project of the government […]

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HDC to handover new school in Hulhumale’ to government next year

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The following article was published on PSM news, the official State Media in the Maldives. Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has revealed that the school established in Hulhumale’ Neighborhood-One will be handed over to the government next year. HDC contracted Amin Construction Private Limited for the construction of a Primary and Secondary School in January this […]

Probe demanded into defamation, threats against NGO chief

Probe demanded into defamation, threats against NGO chief

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Authorities must investigate the “defamatory acts and incitement to violence” against a human rights defender who tweeted about Islam. Shahindha Ismail has become the focus of criticism, threats and even a police probe for saying that Allah allowed for other faiths  after President Abdulla Yameen said he would only permit Islam to be practiced in […]

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How to plan your honeymoon in Maldives

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The Maldives is an immensely popular tourist destination. The romantic setting of the islands with the pristine beaches and clear skies invites many couples to have their wedding or spend their honeymoon here. If you decide to spend the honeymoon in the Maldives archipelago, here are a few tips to better plan it. Honeymoon|Via-pixabay,Sasint,cc0 Research […]

How to spend your birthday in Maldives

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Everybody loves their birthday. That’s one day that’s all about you and if that’s not worth celebrating, don’t know what is. Travelling somewhere away from home can be one of the best ways to celebrate your birthday. The paradise islands of Maldives are ideal for you to sit back, relax and let nature soothe your […]

How to travel to Maldives

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The Maldives attracts thousands of tourists every year and it is not hard to understand why. However, as with every other location in the world, there are things you should know before you go in order to avoid obstacles and unforeseen circumstances. If you are looking to travel to the island paradise, read on for […]

Need for cloud based HR Management Software in the Maldives

Need for cloud based HR Management Software in the Maldives

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HR Management can be a hectic task when multiple systems are used to manage day to day tasks. Different systems can be in place for Visa handling, Payroll processing, attendance management and benefit administration. Modern HR managers are expected to manage multiple staff’s, remotely monitor, administer and guide employees and most importantly continue the day […]

Islam ‘only religion’ permitted in Maldives, says ministry

Islam ‘only religion’ permitted in Maldives, says ministry

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There can only be one religion in the Maldives, the Islamic Ministry has said, urging people to avoid implying otherwise. The remarks follow media criticism of human rights defender Shahindha Ismail who tweeted that Allah allowed for other faiths, challenging President Abdulla Yameen’s assertion that he would only permit Islam to be practiced in the […]