A digest of news and opinion from the Maldives.
Yameen Rasheed, 29, a popular social media activist and blogger was found murdered early April 23, 2017. The Criminal Court decided to cancel the trail for the murder of renown Maldivian blogger Yameen Rasheed, who was killed brutally last year April. The state is charging six individuals for homicide with a sharp object while a […]
The road on airport island Hulhule’s southwest coast. PHOTO/MACL The expansion project of Velana International Airport (VIA)’s apron has commenced, announced Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL) on Monday. An official of MACL stated that the project, which would see the apron expanded to the road formerly used on Hulhule island’s southwest side, was undertaken by […]
Source – EMITT Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) has tabled to participate in five international fairs during the month of January for destination promotion. According to MMPRC, the company will be participating in “OTM” fair held in India from 18th January to 20th January 2018. MMPRC will be taking 13 of the local […]
Dhiraagu launched Dhiraagu TV and Fibre Broadband services in Lh. Hinnavaru and Lh. Naifaru in a colourful event held on 7th January 2018. Dhiraagu provides the first nationwide IPTV service. With over 80 channels in the introductory package, Dhiraagu TV brings you a host of premium channels, including Disney, which is newly introduced in the country, […]
A street in L. Mundoo. FILE PHOTO/POLICE Laamu atoll Mundoo island council’s deputy president Adam Nasif of opposition Jumhoory Party (JP) was arrested for allegedly assaulting a woman on Sunday night. According to the police spokesperson, the 30-year-old deputy ouncillor and another man of 19 years were arrested in connection to the case. A member of […]
Home minister Azleen Ahmed speaks at PPM rally. PHOTO: NISHAN ALI/MIHAARU Home minister Azleen Ahmed declared late Sunday that convicts would no longer be allowed to flee the country under the guise of seeking medical treatment abroad, warning that the government would be “on its guard”. Azleen gave the warning while speaking at a rally […]
Allied showcased their uniqueness during Maldivian Idol. A little boy, who was featured in their ads during Maldivian Idol captured the hearts of everyone. Allied has, yet again, prepared something equally unique – Allied Special Event. Allied has released the trailers for their Special Event. The trailers feature various musicians, showcasing their unique and individual […]
President Abdulla Yameen meets with Japanese foreign minister Taro Kono at the presidential palace on January 6, 2017. PHOTO/PRESIDENT’S OFFICE President Abdulla Yameen has sought Japan’s support for the Maldives’ candidature for the 2019 term of the United Nations Security Council. The president made the request during a meeting with the Japanese foreign minister, Taro […]
Kuramathi Islandi Resort A Chinese tourist was found dead in Kuramathi Island Resort in Alif Alif atoll on Sunday evening. According to Police, they received the report at 5:15 pm that day. The 29-year-old man was found dead after he had gone for a swim. Police said that their officials are currently at the resort, […]