A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
Fiyavalhu Maldives has announced special offers for this new year! Locals and work permit holders can enjoy exclusive rates at this natural and private alcove of the inhabited island of Mandhoo in South Ari Atoll. The New Year promotion will continue throughout the month of January. Under the promotion, locals and work permit holders can […]
This interview was taken before Mr. Abdul Rasheed passed away. We offer our deepest condolences to the late Mr. Abdul Rasheed’s family and friends. As Chairman of Rasheed Carpentry and Construction Pvt Ltd (RCC) and a successful entrepreneur, Abdul Rasheed was leading one of the most reliable construction & carpentry companies in the Maldives. Prior […]
Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has announced the issuance of a new digital sticker for annual vehicle fee payments. Starting from 1st January 2021, those who make their annual vehicle fee payments online will be able to receive the sticker online as well. According to MIRA, from 1st January onwards, the authority will be issuing […]
Speaking on a morning radio show yesterday, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih reiterated the importance of decentralization when it comes to achieving progress within our atolls. President Solih appeared yesterday as a guest on “Baajjaveri Hendhuneh” – the morning show broadcasted by Dhivehi Raajjeyge Adu. The show was special, as Dhivehi Raajjeyge Adu celebrated 58 years […]
MMPRC, the government body mandated with the promotion of Maldives as a tourist destination, has reformed itself to successfully adapt the new marketing opportunities presented in the digital era despite the unprecedented pandemic that brought disruption and a halt not just to the country, but to the world in the year 2020. The constant look-out […]
Leading optical company, EyeCare has recently announced the launch of its new website with online bookings, updated product pages, and easy one-click shopping. With this new website, EyeCare offers customers a convenient, one-click shopping experience with some of the best product brands in the Maldives, as well as the ease of booking appointments online. Since […]
Bank of Maldives has announced that its branches and service centres will be closed on 31st December 2020, and will reopen on 3rd January 2021. Customers can continue to bank through the bank’s Self Service ATMs. The national bank revealed that it will be available for inquiries and customer support through its Contact Center, 3330200. […]
Qatar Airways has announced that it has increased the frequency of flights from Doha to the Maldives to 4 daily flights. Qatar Airways operates one of the youngest and most technologically-advanced fleets in the skies. Qatar Airways currently utilizes Boeing 777-300ER for 2 frequencies with 42 business class seats and 312 economy class seats and […]
Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has announced the Urban Farming Project draw event results.16 groups have been selected for the urban farming project planned in Hulhumale’ to improve food security. The urban farming project aims to empower women and vulnerable groups of the community of Hulhumalé and also targets to provide opportunities for income generation particularly […]