BCC Launches ‘Maha Portal’ to Empower Fisheries Sector MSMEs
The Business Centre Corporation (BCC) has unveiled an innovative e-commerce platform, the ‘Maha Portal’, to bolster micro, small and medium-sized...
Australian Universities Defy Foreign Minister’s Plea, Collaborate With Iran Despite Human Rights Concerns
In a letter addressed to over 30 Australian universities, the country’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong urged a temporary halt to...
Paris Peace Talks on Hold as Clock Ticks on Ceasefire in Gaza
Talks in the French capital, Paris, aimed at achieving a ceasefire in Gaza are on hold as Israel’s war cabinet...
State Expenditure at MVR 4 Billion; 30% Lower Than in 2023: Finance Ministry
State expenditure stood at MVR 4 billion so far this year, the Ministry of Finance has said. According to the...
Ihavandhippolhu Bunkering Project Primed to Begin in Three Weeks: Economic Minister
The Ihavandhippolhu bunkering project in Haa Alifu (HA) Atoll, which will seek to provide new revenue streams to the state...
President Muizzu Affirms ‘Gedhoruveriya’ Review Committee’s Independence, Credibility
President Mohamed Muizzu has pledged to uphold public trust in the independent committee that is being established to review the...
Police, MNDF To Receive Pay Rise in March Despite Strict Austerity Measures
Salaries for the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) and Maldives Police Service will be increased starting next month as was...
Farmers Storm Paris Farm Show, Clash With Police
French farmers, frustrated by mounting costs and regulations, stormed the Paris Farm Show just hours before President Emmanuel Macron’s planned...
President Muizzu Launches ‘Rayyithunge Adu’ Portal to Facilitate Direct Citizen Engagement
President Mohamed Muizzu unveiled the ‘Rayyithunge Adu’ portal on Friday as part of his government’s efforts to further enhance citizen...
Ex-President Yameen Defends President Muizzu, Blames MDP for Current Challenges
Former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has defended President Dr Mohamed Muizzu against accusations of mismanagement, saying that the current...

