Ratification of Anti-Defection Bill Stalled Amid Bribery Allegations
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu is delaying the ratification of the Anti-Defection Bill to “buy” MPs, Maafannu Hulhangu MP Mohamed Falah...
Eid in the Maldives: A Tapestry of Tradition and Modernity
Eid al-Fitr, the festival marking the end of Ramadan, has woven a vibrant thread through the fabric of Maldivian culture...
Maldives to Celebrate Fitr Eid on Wednesday, 10 April
The Ministry of Islamic Affairs has announced that Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, will be observed on Wednesday,...
Government Authorises Dredging in Protected Areas, Ignites Environmental Concerns
The government has amended environmental regulations, paving the way for sand borrowing, dredging, and land reclamation activities within areas previously...
Government’s Push for Lowering Age of Criminal Responsibility Sparks Debate on Addressing Juvenile Crime
The government’s proposal to reduce the minimum age of criminal responsibility from 15 to 12 years has reignited a complex...
Maldives Experiences Change in Tourism Dynamics Amid Regional Diplomatic Tensions
The Maldives has observed a significant transformation in its tourism sector, with changes in source markets for visitors amidst evolving...
Transparency Maldives Highlights Abuse of State Resources in Parliamentary Election Campaigns
Transparency Maldives has issued a stark condemnation of the continued misuse of state resources during the official campaign period of...
Elections Commission Approves New Political Party Formed by Ex-President Yameen’s Son
The Elections Commission (EC) has officially authorised the People’s National Front (PNF), a new political party founded by Zain Abdulla...
Muizzu Makes U-Turn on Endorsements, Calls for Unity Within PPM-PNC Coalition
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has retracted his earlier endorsements of candidates outside his party in response to increasing disapproval from...
Public Perception Survey Reveals Alarming Concerns Over Election Integrity
A comprehensive survey by the Human Rights Commission of Maldives (HRCM) has uncovered significant public concern over the integrity of...
