A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
There has been a spike in the number of fake payment slips used to buy goods and services in Male’ stores, the police have warned. After purchasing the goods, the payment transfer slips are edited and forged before being sent to the Viber numbers of the shops. The police have urged caution and vigilance in […]
Six years after his forced disappearance, journalist Ahmed Rilwan Abdulla has been recognized for his valuable contribution to the field of journalism by the Maldives Media Council. Rilwan, who had worked for an English news website by the name of Minivan News, was awarded posthumously for his contribution at the Journalism Award Ceremony 2019 held […]
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has called upon journalists to be more accountable in what they communicate and to represent the public in addressing the major issues in society. He made this appeal in a video message broadcast during the ‘Journalism Award Ceremony 2019’ hosted by the Maldives Media Council (MMC). In his message, the President […]
Malahini Kuda Bandos has appointed Easa Mohamed as its first General Manager. Easa joined Malahini Kuda Bandos team on 1st August 2016 as their Rooms Division Manager after parting ways with Sheraton Full Moon Resort & Spa. Easa was later promoted as the resort’s first Resident Manager on 14th September 2017 where he has led […]
Al Shaali Marine Maldives has been confirmed as the main sponsor of the Marine Expo Virtual Edition this year. The Marine Expo is an event for marine-related businesses to exhibit their products and services. This year, the event will be held virtually from the 20th to 22nd of this month. While Al Shaali has been […]
Government of Maldives has decided to issue income support allowance for those whose livelihoods were affected due to COVID-19, until the end of the year. President’s Office revealed that President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has made the decision to extend the duration of issuing income support allowance until the end of December. Minister of Finance, Ibrahim […]
As the Maldives moves forward in welcoming guests from around the world, after nearly 9 months, guesthouses and hotels in the Greater Male’ area will also be allowed to reopen from 14th December 2020. The news was revealed by the Minister of Tourism Abdulla Mausoom via a tweet. However, tourists will be required to do […]
Transparency Maldives in collaboration with Anti-Corruption Commission of Maldives has commenced the 3-day Maldives Transparency and Anti-Corruption Conference 2020 on 7th December. Held virtually via ZOOM, this is the first edition of the conference. The event intends to increase public awareness on corruption and share information on the impact and risks of it in various […]
Making payments on ‘VaaruPay’ has never been easier. Now with DhiraaguPay as a payment option, customers can enjoy a more seamless and convenient experience when making payments to MIRA. Apart from the convenience, customers can also benefit from instant settlement and real-time status updates via the portal. Both individuals and companies can pay their vehicle, […]