News and stories from the Maldives
Global Downturn Impacts Mauritius and Maldives. The luxury island destinations of Mauritius and the Maldives in the Indian Ocean, both of which rely heavily on tourism from European markets, have been negatively…
Anwar sues Anifah for libel Opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has filed an RM100mil defamation suit against Foreign Minister Datuk Anifah Aman over allegedly libelous statements made against him abroad.
The Cabinet has decided to hold Asia’s first Beach and Water sports tournament in the Maldives. The tournament is planned to be held in 2010.
Speech by the UNDP Resident Representative at the function held to release the report ‘Valuing Biodiversity’ the economic case for biodiversity conservation in the Maldives.
Staff Reporter /Gulf News Published: June 03, 2009, 15:35
The exquisite aquamarine waters of the Maldives are home to an incredible array of marine life, so it's hardly surprising somebody came up with the idea of an underwater restaurant. Ithaa's tiny dining room, which seats…
elections in the Republic of Maldives on 9 May 2009 The Presidency of the Council of the European Union welcomes the holding of the first democratic multi-party parliamentary elections in the Republic of Maldives. The…
ULTIMATE JOURNEY People always think about their short journeys, holidays etc. Very few really think of their full permanent journey. Hence very few are ready for their departure for the journey that no one can delay…
Police have arrested two men, Former President Mr Maumoon Abdul Gayoom’s Brother Abdulla Hameeds one of the Male Wife and a Bagladesh Citizen on suspicion of involvement in alleged homosexual activity in a room in a…
Maldives is one of the founding members of South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) and this island nation with a very glorious history is now heading towards a democratic governance and social system.…
Mandarin Oriental is to be added to the Hotel Chain of Maldives Resorts and Spa. Mandarin Oriental has signed a management agreement for an exclusive luxury resort currently under development on a private island in the…
The number of traditional tuna fisheries worldwide relying on the international scheme to distinguish their end products as more sustainable is expanding rapidly. The Azores, Senegal, Brazil, Maldives and South African…
What a difference ? During the 30 year old regime of Mr. Gayoom, ruling Madives under his dictatorship , always Media has been kept away from his religious campaigns. During his dictatorship regime he has always tried…
Call for Expression of Interest (EOI) by Maldives National Broadcasting Corporation Limited (MNBC) ; For joint venture partnerships in relevant areas of broadcasting and media industry; including Satellite Cable…
PM can do all work, attend public meets in 4 wks: Docs A day after undergoing a 11-hour long coronary bypass surgery, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is making "excellent progress" and is eager to return to work as soon…
Islamic ruling bans Malaysia's Muslims from practising yoga That's the official word from the National Fatwa Council, the national Islamic body, as highlighted in Malaysiakini website. It has considered yoga 'haram'…
The unit of Anurag Basu’s Kites seems to be on a globe trotting mission. After shooting in New Mexico, Los Angeles and Las Vegas and of course Mumbai, the latest shooting location for them has been Maldives. Hrithik…
Preparations for the 17th Conference of Commonwealth Education Ministers (17CCEM) in Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur in June 2009 are under way for what is likely to be the biggest ever meeting of its kind since the…
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The President and the First Lady were received by the President of Sri Lanka, Mr. Mahinda Rajapakse and Madam Rajapakse upon their arrival in Colombo on Friday morning. President Nasheed was introduced by the Sri Lankan…