Is the Administration Honouring Pledges on Political Appointments and Gender Parity?
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s administration, already under scrutiny for its underrepresentation of women in key political positions, is under fire...
Ex-President Nasheed’s Dual Roles Raise Constitutional Questions
Former President Mohamed Nasheed, poised to assume the role of Secretary-General of the Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF) next month, remains...
Maldives, India Hold Defence Talks Amid Political Tensions
The Maldives and India have engaged in discussions to enhance defence cooperation, signalling a thaw in relations between the two...
Search Intensifies for Missing Teen in Addu as Criticism Grows Over Aircraft Choice
The search for 18-year-old Mohamed Naeesh Nasr, who disappeared while diving for lobsters off Gan in Addu City, continues with...
Transparency Maldives Criticises Parliament’s Self-Approved Pay Rise Amid Public Outcry
Transparency Maldives has strongly criticised the recent decision by the Parliament to increase the remuneration of MPs and top government...
Democrats Set Date for Parliamentary Primaries
The Democrats have announced that their internal primaries for the upcoming parliamentary elections will be held on 17 February. The...
Cabinet Confirmation May Face Prolonged Delay as Parliament Heads Into Recess
The confirmation of the Cabinet, nominated by President Dr Mohamed Muizz on 17 December 2023, is expected to face significant...
HPA Reports First Filariasis Case in Hulhumalé Amid Ongoing Resurgence
An expatriate worker in Hulhumalé has tested positive for Filariasis. This marks the first case reported outside the initial cluster...
All-Local Search Mission Continues for Missing Teen in Addu
The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) is intensifying efforts to locate 18-year-old Mohamed Naeesh Nasr, who disappeared while diving for...
Government Unblocks ‘Furathama’ as Backlash Over Blocking of News Websites Intensifies
The government’s recent action to block three anti-government websites, including the registered news outlet ‘Furathama’, has escalated tensions in the...
