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First Techstar Startup Weekend Maldives has commenced from 27th to 29th October 2017

First Techstar Startup Weekend Maldives has commenced from 27th to 29th October 2017

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The 1st Techstar Startup Weekend Maldives has commenced on 27th October and will go until 29th October 2017 in close partnership Dhiraagu, Ministry of Economic Development (Enterprise Development) and UNDP. Startup Weekend is a non-profit, community-building event that brings together entrepreneurs of different backgrounds, including software developers, marketers, designers, and other enthusiasts. They gather to pitch ideas, […]

SATA 2017 launched in Addu City

SATA 2017 launched in Addu City

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South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2017 was launched on October 27 in Equator Village, Addu City. The event was launched with “opportunity and conversation networking” session, in which regional airlines, hotels, resorts and other hospitality organisations participated. Addressing the event, Vice President of SATA, Mr Suraj Khan said that there are ongoing efforts to improve […]

Techstars Global Startup Weekend begins in the Maldives

Techstars Global Startup Weekend begins in the Maldives

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To induce the spirit of entrepreneurship and to empower local entrepreneurs, Dhiraagu along with UNDP and Ministry of Economic Development in partnership with Techstars have launched the first Startup Weekend in the Maldives. Techstars Global is an international network in partnership with google that empowers young individuals to pursue their entrepreneurial dream. Startup Weekend is […]

Challenges of Managing Local Employees: A Maldivian Context

Challenges of Managing Local Employees: A Maldivian Context

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When looking at the service industry of the Maldives, one must comprehend the elitism of the brand it displays to the outside world. It takes a lot of hard-work, cost and reliable consistency to keep up with the upmarket luxury brands. Customer expectations when visiting Maldives remains extremely high given the nature of the destination. […]

Sheesha opens new outlet in Hdh. Kulhudhuffushi

Sheesha opens new outlet in Hdh. Kulhudhuffushi

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One of the biggest distributors of motorbikes in Maldives, Sheesha opens a new outlet in Hdh. Kulhudhuffushi.  This new outlet was inaugurated by the company’s Director Hussain Husham on 27 October 2017. Sheesha is the agent for Honda motorcycles and currently have successfully running outlets in Male’ and Addu City. Apart from motorbikes, the company sells spare parts, […]

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SCW secretary-general receives Maldives President’s special envoy

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Secretary-General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW), Hala Al-Ansari, received at the SCW’s premises Maldives President’s Special Envoy and the Minister of Gender and Family, Aminath Zeneesha Shaheed Zaki, who is currently on a visit to the kingdom. Al-Ansari highlighted the efforts exerted by the SCW, under the leadership of Her Royal Highness Princess […]

Iran Outclasses Maldives at FIBA U-16 Women’s Asia Championship

Iran Outclasses Maldives at FIBA U-16 Women’s Asia Championship

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The West Asians wasted no time in this one, zooming to a 25-7 lead in the first quarter and never relinquishing the initiative. Aida Golmohammadi shone brightly for the Iranian basketball team, putting up 18 points on top of 20 rebounds and 4 steals. She was ably supported by Puonik Arakilians and Maryam Shirazi, who […]

Youthful Elizabeth Hurley, 52, flaunts her taut stomach and ample cleavage in sizzling nautical inspired bikini during enviable Maldives break

Youthful Elizabeth Hurley, 52, flaunts her taut stomach and ample cleavage in sizzling nautical inspired bikini during enviable Maldives break

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She’s never been shy in showcasing her enviable figure in a series of bikini-clad snaps. And Elizabeth Hurley, 52, continued her incredible swimwear display as she highlighted her taut stomach in a sizzling two-piece during her idyllic break in the Maldives on Wednesday. Taking to Instagram, the ‘Royals’ actress looked the picture of relaxation as […]