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Tue 23. July 12:40 - Velassaru Maldives
rolls out enhanced menu at Sand restaurant Velassaru Maldives has once again enhanced
the menu of its Sand restaurant. The enhanced menu, created by Velassaru’s tea...
Tue 23. July 12:35- The Residence
Maldives collaborates with French Chef Patrick Vitry ... The Residence Maldives has announced
a collaboration with French Chef Patrick Vitry, who will be conducting master classes
a...
Tue 23. July 12:30 - Maldives tourist
arrivals post 21 per cent growth in June Maldives posted an impressive growth
of 21 per cent in tourists arrivals in June despite the Indian Ocean holiday destination
fac...
Tue
23. July 12:25 - Indian tourist arrivals the second highest in June Tourism Ministry’s statistics for
the month of June have revealed that the most number of tourists visited Maldives from
China, wit...
Tue 23. July 12:20 - Maldives ranks World's 6th Bucket List Destination Global travel site, Big 7 Travel, ranked
Maldives sixth in its 'Top 50 Bucket List Destinations In The World 2019'. In a press
releas...
Tue 23. July 12:15 - Float Parade to be held this year Home ministry says after a halt of two
years, the Float Parade will be held this year in celebration of Independence Day.
Home ...
Tue
23. July 12:10 - Tourism Min: Lagoon leased to party before company registration Tourism Minister Ali Waheed has revealed
that the previous administration had leased a lagoon for resort development to a part...
Tue 23. July 12:05 - Independence Day Army Parade slated for 27th The Independence Day celebration drill
and parade by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) has been pushed back to J...
Tue 23. July 12:00 - Child dies from Dengue Fever A nine-year-old from Haa Dhaalu Kulhudhuffushi
has died from Dengue Fever. Talking to One Online, Head of the Kulhudhuffu...
Tue 23. July 11:55 - IOIG Badminton: Women, Men's teams win bronze Maldives' national women and men's badminton
teams achieved bronze medals respectively at the 2019 Indian Ocean Island G...
Tue
23. July 11:50 - Gender bias against women in the Maldives: a dominant factor in sport Discrimination of women is still a real
problem here in the Maldives. It is seen everywhere; in political, social, economic
and cult...
Tue
23. July 11:45 - IOIG 2019: Maldives football team eliminated after miserable defeat After losing all the matches they played
in the group stage of the Indian Ocean Island Games (IOIG), Maldives National Football...
Tue
23. July 11:40 - IOIG 2019: Maldives fastest sprinter comes fourth in athletics finals Maldives’ fastest sprinter, Hassan
Saaid came fourth in the athletics finals in the ongoing Indian Ocean Island Games
(IOIG). Sa...
Tue 23. July 11:35 - Paralympic 100m event: Maazin wins Bronze Mohamed Maazin on Monday won a Bronze
medal from the 100 meter Paralympic category in the ongoing India Ocean Island...
Tue 23. July 11:30 - The magic that
is Maldives Stars, sand and sharks: The serene, isolated
islands have it all for tourists seeking a true getaway. Each time you come back from...
Mon 22. July 15:55 - Cinnamon Dhonveli
Maldives gets Green Globe re-certification Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has been re-certified
by Green Globe. The resort received the re-certification earlier this year. „Sus...
Mon 22. July 15:50 - Baa atoll’s
first community football tournament wraps up Eydhafushi have been crowned champions
of the first ever Baa Football Challenge, beating a determined Goidhoo side 6-1. Th...
Mon 22. July 15:45 - Record number of Indian tourists visit Maldives India has ranked second on the list of
the highest number of tourists to visit the Maldives this year. Speaking at a press
conferenc...
Mon 22. July 15:40 - Maldivian Ambassador-designate
to UK Promotes Maldives in Italy Maldivian Ambassador-designate to the
United Kingdom (UK). Dr. Farahanaz Faisal has promoted Maldives in Italy. Dr. Farahan...
Mon
22. July 15:35 - New hospital in Addu to be named Addu Equatorial Hospital The tertiary hospital under development
at the Addu Equatorial Convention Center is to be named the Addu Equatorial Hospital...
Mon 22. July 15:30 - MNDF assists 7 foreign vessels stranded Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF)
has assisted 7 foreign vessels stranded in Maldivian seas due to severe weather. The
v...
Mon
22. July 15:25 - Maldives wins silver medal at IOIG beach volleyball event The Maldives has won the silver medal
in beach volleyball event at the ongoing Indian Ocean Island Games in Mauritius by
be...
Mon 22. July 15:20 - Maldives women’s
table tennis team wins historic gold at IOIG It was first gold medal for the country
in a team event. The Maldives women’s table tennis team on Sunday beat host nation
Ma...
Mon 22. July 15:15 - Sunny Wayne
celebrates wife’s birthday in Maldives Mollywood star Sunny Wayne is having
a great time with his wife in Maldives. According to reports, the newly wed star has
move...
Mon 22. July 15:10 - Your Ultimate
Wellness Holiday At Baros Maldives A wellness weekend on an island in the
Maldives is high on the bucket list. It is the kind of adventure to have at least once
in this...
Sun 21. July 14:35 - Shangri-La
launches ‘Savour Summer’ offer Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has launched
their new ‘Savour Summer‘ package. From family meals to romantic dinners
on the ...
Sun 21. July 14:30 - Dhigali Maldives’
East bar introduces complimentary amenities Dhigali Maldives has introduced complimentary
refreshing amenities for guests at its East bar. From noon every day, refreshing c...
Sun 21. July 14:25 - Mirihi Island
Resort appoints Alexander Mack as Executive Chef Mirihi Island Resort has appointed Alexander
Mack as its Executive Chef. With vast amount of experience in various cuisines fro...
Sun 21. July 14:20 - Maldives' female diving community submerge ... for PADI
Women's Dive Day Forty Maldivian women scuba divers assembled
and descended into the blue on Saturday, to celebrate the fifth iteration of the ...
Sun
21. July 14:15 - Greater Male' Industrial Zone generates large revenue from land rent A large revenue was generated as land
rent by Greater Male' Industrial Zone Limited (GMIZL) during the first quarter. GMIZL's
fi...
Sun
21. July 14:10 - Guesthouse business getting affected by land erosion: Mathiveri council Council of Mathiveri island in Alif Alif
atoll has revealed that their local guesthouse businesses are getting affected due
to land ...
Sun
21. July 14:05 - The MVR 8 billion remittance 'trap' While the total population of Maldives
currently stands at 372,739 ... foreigners living in the country to stand at around
250,000 ...
Sun 21. July 14:00 - Met Office forecast heavy rain in the next two days Maldives Meteorological Service (Met
Office) have forecast heavy rain to several parts of the country in the coming two
days. We...
Sun
21. July 13:55 - UEFA Assist International Tournament: Maldives loses to Bhutan Maldives team has lost the game against
Bhutan in the Under 15 category of the ongoing UEFA Assist International Tournament...
Sun
21. July 13:50 - IOIG 2019: Maldives loses both basketball and football matches The Maldives National Basketball Team
has lost to Reunion Island team in their first basketball game of the ongoing Indian
Oc...
Sun
21. July 13:45 - Maldives defeats Madagascar to reach women's TT finals at IOIG Maldivian Women’s table tennis team
has defeated Madagascar to reach the finals in the ongoing Indian Ocean Island Games
i...
Sun 21. July 13:40 - Malik overall
winner, Afghanistan bag team c’ship Indian bodybuilder Ravinder Kumar Malik
won the overall title, while ... Maldives won three gold and two bronze medals, while
...
Sun 21. July 13:35 - Malaika Arora
leaves Maldives ... she flaunts curves in mini dress on vacay Malaika Arora has a new favourite holiday
destination and it is the Maldives. The actress who recently came back from the Mald...
Sun 21. July 13:30 - Now, there's
even going to be a ferry service from India! Characterised by blue waters and schools
of fish; surreal weather and delicious food, Maldives has always been the choicest
holi...
Sat 20. July 15:20 - Soneva Fushi
partners with India’s ... sustainable design house Good Earth Soneva has announced its partnership
with Good Earth to host a pop-up store at Soneva Fushi in Maldives. This partnership
bet...
Sat 20. July 15:15 - Bollywood actress
Malaika Arora ... at Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort The actor and reality TV judge arrived
in Maldives Friday afternoon and travelled to The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort
in ...
Sat
20. July 15:10 - Meteorological Service issues advisory over rough seas, possible tidal
swells A taxi makes its way through a street
flooded by rain in Male' City - (Sun photo by Fayaz Moosa) Fayaz
Moosa
Sat 20. July 15:05 - Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected in Maldives Maldives Meteorological Service (Met
Office) forecast thunderstorms and heavy rain in various parts of the country. Fairly
widesp...
Sat
20. July 15:00 - MNDF asks public to take "maximum caution" while at sea The Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF)
has urged the public to take “maximum caution" while at sea. Maldives Meteorolo...
Sat
20. July 14:55 - Pres Solih attends opening ceremony for the 10th Indian Ocean Island
Games As a part of their ongoing trip to Mauritius
on invitation of the Mauritius government, President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and Firs...
Sat 20. July 14:50 - Live stream:
UEFA assist U15 International Tournament - Maldives vs Bhutan Hosts Maldives will take on Bhutan on
Saturday in the opening match of the UEFA ASSIST U15 International Tournament bein...
Sat 20. July 14:45 - Maldives hotel lets you sleep on a net over
the sea and under the stars If you’re sitting at your desk right
now, with only a view of the back of someone’s head and a grey wall outside the
window, we ap...
Sat 20. July 14:40 - Mighty Travels
Premium makes Maldives Business Class luxury flights reality The Maldives are on nearly everyone's
dream vacation list. The unique geography of small atolls nestled in the warm Indian
Oc...
Fri 19. July 20:25 - MACI advises to take measures against severe weather Maldives National Association of Construction
Industry (MACI) has advised to take all necessary measures against severe weather...
Fri 19. July 20:20 - First ever Fitness Expo commences in Maldives The first ever fitness expo have commenced
in Maldives. The Maldives Fitness Expo organised by Insight Consultancy Service (I...
Fri
19. July 20:15 - Coast Guard finds body of missing foreign crewman The body was found 21 meters under water
at 4:21pm. The man had gone missing after he dove under water to pull out an anc...
Fri
19. July 20:10 - Man accused of stealing beaten up in AA. Thoddoo A man suspected of stealing has been
beaten up in the island of Thoddoo in Alif Alif Atoll. The man seen crying on the ground
...
Fri 19. July 12:45 - Maldives becomes
1st tourism brand to feature at Celtic Manor Resort’... Maldives Marketing and Public Relations
Corporation (MMPRC) has represented the Maldives brand at the prestigious Celtic Ma...
Fri 19. July 12:40 - Fantasy Maldives
hosts 1st trade event with world-renowned Master Chefs Fantasy Pvt Ltd, the leading wholesale
and retail supplier of high-end food products in Maldives, has hosted its first ever
dedicat...
Fri 19. July 12:35 - Man went missing after going to recover anchor, search
underway A search is underway after man who went
in to the water to recover the anchor of a vessel in Kaafu Atoll Gulhifalhu went missing...
Fri
19. July 12:30 - IOIG 2019: IOIG 2019, football; Maldives team loses to Reunion Island The Maldives national football club lost
to Reunion Island team ... four to nil. While both teams came out strong in the first
half ...
Fri 19. July 12:25 - For some of
the best food in the Maldives, go to hospital The Maldives is known as a tropical paradise,
and its cuisine is as spectacular as the scenery. Tuna, coconut, and chilli are the
g...
Thu 18. July 15:25 - MET Office: Weather expected to get worse, swell waves
possible National Meteorological Service has said
that the weather is expected to get worse with heavy rain and rough seas. The MET Of...
Thu 18. July 15:20 - Soneva launches
Tastemakers film series on culinary team Renowned for its one-of-a-kind dining
experiences, Soneva is inviting guests to meet the Tastemakers – the dedicated,
internatio...
Thu 18. July 15:15 - Michelin-starred
chef Heiko Nieder to return to Niyama Private Islands Maldives Niyama Private Islands Maldives has announced
the return of two Michelin-starred chef Heiko Nieder, who will be making his fou...
Thu
18. July 15:10 - Shahrukh Khan arrives in Maldives with family Bollywood superstar, Shahrukh Khan is
in the Maldives on holiday. He arrived in the Maldives on Thursday morning, with his
fam...
Thu 18. July 15:05 - Leading Media
From China and South Korea Arrives to Promote Maldives Maldives Marketing and Public Relations
Corporation (MMPRC) has invited media groups from South Korea and China. These ...
Thu 18. July 15:00 - Addu flight
school plans to relocate to Noonu atoll The Maldives’ only pilot training
school based in Addu City’s Gan International Airport is planning to relocate
to Noonu atoll afte...
Thu 18. July 14:55 - Addu International Airport operating at risk: Airport Director Addu International Airport (AIA)'s Managing
Director Ibrahim Noordeen, on Wednesday, revealed that the airport faces substanti...
Thu
18. July 14:50 - MTCC to provide ferry services for three more atolls Maldives Transport and Contracting Company
(MTCC) is preparing to provide ferry services for three more atolls in the country.
T...
Thu 18. July 14:45 - VMedia Night - Corporate Edition kicks off The annual “VMedia Night• Corporation
Edition kicked off on Monday at the Salt Cafe, on a night filled with an array of activitie...
Thu 18. July 14:40 - IOIG 2019:
Maldives starts with a defeat Mauritius: Maldives lost their opening
game to Reunion by 4-0 in the ongoing Indian Ocean Island Games (IOIG) on Thursday.
...
Thu 18. July 14:35 - China, Maldives
paired again 2022 World Cup Qualifiers Maldives have been drawn in Group A alongside
China, Philippines, Syria and Guam in round two of the 2022 FIFA World Cup...
Thu 18. July 14:30 - Maldives registers
96.4 per cent growth in footfall of Indian tourists The Maldives continues to witness a huge
footfall of Indian tourists, registering a massive growth of 96.4 per cent in tourist
arriva...
Thu 18. July 14:25 - A foodie’s
guide to the Maldives: tuna, spice and all things nice The Maldives is known as a tropical paradise,
and its cuisine is as spectacular as the scenery. Tuna, coconut, and chilli are the
g...
Thu 18. July 14:20 - Heiko Nader
returns to Niyama Private Islands Maldives Niyama Private Islands Maldives has announced
the return of two Michelin-starred chef, Heiko Nader, who will be making his fou...
Wed
17. July 13:05 - InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau to open in September InterContinental Hotels Group is set
to open their InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort in September this year. The
re...
Wed 17. July 13:00 - Soneva launches
Eid al-Adha offer with once-in-a-lifetime experiences Soneva has announced a special offer
for the upcoming Eid al-Adha holidays, inviting GCC residents to celebrate the joyous
oc...
Wed 17. July 12:55 - Kandolhu Maldives
appoints David Napier as Executive Chef Kandolhu Maldives has appointed David
Napier as its Executive Chef. Hailing from the renowned wine country of Hawke’s
Bay in...
Wed 17. July 12:50 - 21 events lined up to promote Maldives tourism: MMPRC Maldives Marketing and Public Relations
Corporation (MMPRC) stated that 21 events to promote Maldives will be held over the
...
Wed 17. July 12:45 - VIA First Phase
of South West Apron Inaugurated Velana International Airport (VIA) South
West Apron’s first phase has been inaugurated in a colorful ceremony held on 17th
July...
Wed 17. July 12:40 - Maldives moves
to disallow longline fishing The decision came after warnings from
the EU of a fish exports ban. The Maldives government has decided to discontinue issuin...
Wed 17. July 12:35 - Maldives export 32,700 metric tonnes of fish in the first
5 months of 2019 Statistics from Maldives Monetary Authority
(MMA) shows Maldives exported 32,700 metric tonnes of fish in the first 5 months of
t...
Wed
17. July 12:30 - Team Maldives departs to Mauritius for Indian Ocean Island Games Team Maldives has departed to Mauritius,
for the 2019 Indian Ocean Island Games (IOIG). The Maldivian contingent departed f...
Tue 16. July 15:00 - Hideaway Beach,
Lily Beach introduce holistic wellness with Moringa-... Award-winning Maldivian resorts, Hideaway
Beach Resort & Spa and Lily Beach Resort & Spa have introduced a holistic wellnes...
Tue 16. July 14:55 - Kandima Maldives extends summer offer Kandima Maldives has extended its summer
offer. For those looking for a late getaway during the holidays, Kandima has extend...
Tue 16. July 14:50 - Shangri-La
Hotels & Resorts announced the global launch of Photo. Contest The 6-month contest aims to give new
meaning to 'Shangri-La' - a memorable, magical moment that catches people by surprise...
Tue 16. July 14:45 - LUX* South
Ari atoll wins best luxury resort Spa award The World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards
has announced the winners of 2019, with LUX* South Ari Atoll recognised as the ...
Tue
16. July 14:40 - Maldives listed among Best 15 Islands in the World Maldives has been ranked number 5 on
the Travel + Leisure Magazine’s 15 Best Islands in the World list. The list was
comprised...
Tue 16. July 14:35 - MET Office: Last lunar eclipse of the year tonight, will
be visible in Maldives National Meteorological Service has said
that the last lunar eclipse of the year will taking place tonight and it will be visible
in th...
Tue
16. July 14:30 - Officers save two surfers carried out to sea by rip currents Officers of the Maldives Police Service
(MPS) rescued two surfers who were being pulled out to sea by rip currents in Makunudho...
Tue 16. July 14:25 - EU warning to Maldives over illegal longlining practices:
Fisheries Minister Minister of Fisheries, Marine Resources
and Agriculture Zaha Waheed stated Monday that the government did not renew license...
Tue 16. July 14:20 - Getting a Plastics Phase-Out Right in the Maldives Opinion Editorial by Jo Royle, the Managing
Director of Common Seas, a UK-based NGO that is a partner and adviser to the Na...
Tue 16. July 14:15 - Alert issued with swell waves forecast in central and southern
atolls National Meteorological Service has issued
a White Alert as swell wave surges are expected in the central and southern atolls
of ...
Tue 16. July 14:10 - These Overwater
Hammocks in the Maldives need to be on Your Holiday List Forget common hammocks and beach chairs
- how do overwater hammocks sound to you? You don’t have to dream about them...
Tue 16. July 14:05 - The Intercontinental
... Maamunagau Resort is Now Accepting Reservations Welcome to the Jewel of the Indian Ocean!
Located in the heart of the Indian Ocean and surrounded by crystal blue waves sits
t...
Tue 16. July 14:00 - Waldorf Astoria
Maldives Ithaafushi review: An island resort sprawled with ... We tend to get a little blindsided when
it comes to the Maldives. Especially when your port of disembarkation is a busy crowded
...
Tue 16. July 13:55 - There's a hotel
in the Maldives where you can kip ... in the middle of the ocean Sorry, now. Imagine the best sleep of
your entire life ... staying a night in the Grand Park Kodhipparu hotel will allow
you to do j...
Mon
15. July 13:40 - White alert issued over central and southern atolls Swells have been reported in some atolls
... Maldives Meteorological Service has issued a white alert following the prediction
of...
Mon 15. July 13:35 - Soneva announces
summer programme with Michelin chefs ... Soneva has released its Festival of Colour’s
summer programme that covers July and August. Guests staying at Soneva Jani and...
Mon 15. July 13:30 - Joe Jonas,
Sophie Turner honeymoon in Maldives Celebrity couple Joe Jonas and Sophie
Turner are in Maldives for their honeymoon. The couple, who wed for the second time
i...
Mon
15. July 13:25 - Singapore Airlines to launch 'Dreamliner' service to Maldives Singapore Airlines' largest and most
spacious plane 'Dreamliner' aircraft will soon begin operations to Maldives. Aviation
website...
Mon
15. July 13:20 - Boat carrying cargo sinks off the coast of Hulhumale’
Mon
15. July 13:15 - Barge remains wrecked on Funaddu Reef, two years on A barge and tugboat lays wrecked on the
reef off Th Funaddu. It has been two years since a barge loaded with concrete blocks
a...
Mon 15. July 13:10 - Maldives launch 2019 edition of the biggest culinary fair Maldives have launched the 2019 edition
of the biggest culinary fair. Food and Hospitality Asia Maldives (FHAM) launched Inter...
Mon 15. July 13:05 - Maldives eliminates
mother-to-child transmission of HIV The WHO certified the Maldives for achieving
the milestone. The World Health Organisation has certified the Maldives for elimi...
Mon 15. July 13:00 - WIM Awards: Mariyam Waheeda wins Woman of the Year Mariyam Waheeda (H.Dhuni) has won the
prestigious Women In Management (WIM) Woman of Year at the WIM Professional an...
Mon
15. July 12:55 - IOIG 2019: Basketball player Zabeer chosen as flagbearer National basketball player Ahmed Zabeer
has been chosen as Maldives’ flagbearer for the Indian Ocean Island Games (IOIG).
Pr...
Mon 15. July 12:50 - National football squad announced for Indian Ocean Island
Games The squad of the Maldives National Football
Team has been announced for Indian Ocean Island Games 2019 held in Mauritius...
Sun 14. July 11:20 - Dhigali Maldives’
Jade restaurant introduces new Asian fusion dinner menu Dhigali Maldives has introduced a new
modern Asian fusion dinner menu at its Jade restaurant. The new menu features an ama...VIDEO
Sun 14. July 11:15 - Soneva Fushi
to host English rugby legends during 2019 Rugby World Cup Soneva has announced that two of rugbys
greatest players will be providing live commentary for select matches from the 2019
R...
Sun 14. July 11:10 - HalalBooking
Records its Highest Ever Booking Month June 2019 saw a record number of bookings
made on HalalBooking.com, leading global platform for halal-friendly accommoda...
Sun
14. July 11:05 - Tourism Land Revenue contributes most to dollar income in June Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)
has said that the majority of the dollar income in June was steered by Tourism Land
...
Sun 14. July 11:00 - How the Maldives Can Lead the World on Plastic Opinion Editorial by Sonu Shivdasani,
CEO, Joint Creative Director and Co-Founder of Soneva luxury resort chain, on the pleth...
Sun 14. July 10:55 - Nominations
open for Maldives HR Awards 2019, Individual Categories Human Capital have officially opened
nominations for the first edition of Maldives HR Awards individual categories. The
Maldiv...
Sun 14. July 10:50 - Hatchery to be developed in GA. Maanaagalaa Fisheries Ministry announces a development
project of a hatchery in GA. Maanaagalaa. Fisheries minister Zahaa Waheed made...
Sun
14. July 10:45 - Mueena Mohamed wishes to retire after winning medal for Maldives Mueena Mohamed, Maldives’ top female
table tennis player, has said she wishes to retire after winning a medal for Maldives.
S...
Sun 14. July 10:40 - Maldives National
Swimming Team concludes training in city The members of the Swimming Association of Maldives who were in
Mysuru from June 16, with eight (five male and three wome...
Sat 13. July 13:20 - Jumeirah Vittaveli
wins big at 2019 World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards At the 2019 World Luxury Spa and Restaurant
Awards at the State Hermitage Museum Official Hotel in St. Petersburg, Russia. ...
Sat 13. July 13:15 - Dilmah Tea
Appreciation Day by SIMDI and Dilmah on 20th July at Kurumba Sri Lankan family tea company, Dilmah
in collaboration with SIMDI Group is bringing to the Maldives a revolutionary take
of the...
Sat 13. July 13:10 - Velassaru Maldives
installs water bottling plant, discontinues plastic bottle Velassaru Maldives has announced its
decision to discontinue the use of plastic water bottles, replacing them with eco-friendly
b...
Sat 13. July 13:05 - Kudadoo’s
Sulha Spa crowned Maldives’ Best Luxury Wellness Spa Sulha Spa at Kudadoo Maldives Private
Island has received the flattering Best Luxury Wellness Spa in the Maldives award by
th...
Sat
13. July 13:00 - Aquaculture hatchery being established in Maanaagalaa island Fisheries Ministry has revealed that
a hatchery to breed and raise groupers and sea cucumbers is being established in Maanaaga...
Sat
13. July 12:55 - Maldives signs Global Pledge on Media Freedom Ambassador to the United Kingdom, Dr.
Farahanaz Faizal signed the document on the country’s behalf on Thursday, on the
side...
Sat
13. July 12:50 - Balcony of a Maafannu residence collapses A section of the balcony of a residential
building located in the Maafannu district of Male’ City collapsed and fell onto
the street ...
Sat 13. July 12:45 - Vakkaru Maldives
- hotel review: one of the most secluded islands in Maldives Lauren Keary finds the best kind of isolation
at this five-star Maldivian resort. Nicholas Mason, Vakkaru’s general manager,
says th...
Sat 13. July 12:40 - Oh, ... the
Perfect Napping Spot: This Net Over the Ocean in the Maldives Hammocks are great and all, but what
about drifting off to the sound of the sea while suspended directly above it? ... Maldives.
T...
Sat 13. July 12:35 - Singapore Airlines Launches 787-10 Dreamliner Service To
The Maldives This direct route from a massive international
hub such as Singapore onboard one of the world’s best airlines (in a new excellent...
Fri 12. July 12:30 - Kodhipparu takes home three Luxury Spa awards Grand Park Kodhipparu won a total of
three awards in the World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards. Kodhipparu, at the event
h...
Fri 12. July 12:25 - Soneva’s loos, bathtubs with views Soneva is known for its signature outdoor
bathrooms that come with lush gardens or expansive water features. Whilst these are
fo...
Fri
12. July 12:20 - Rahaa Resort set to open during Eid holidays Rahaa Resort being developed in Laamu
Atoll is set to open during the Eid holidays. According to the four-star resort, the
openi...
Fri
12. July 12:15 - Can Maldives ever be more than sun, sand and sea? The Maldives has been known as ‘The
Sunny Side of Life’ for decades now, owing to the monsoon climate and the pristine
beac...
Fri 12. July 12:10 - Number of Indian tourists increase The number of Indian tourists travelling
to the Maldives has increased this year relative to the previous year. According to
the sta...
Fri
12. July 12:05 - Development of VIA's new seaplane terminal near completion Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL)
has revealed that the development work of the seaplane terminal at Velana Internat...
Fri 12. July 12:00 - Level 2 courses for swimming coaches scheduled Swimming Association of Maldives will
be coordinating with the International Swimming Federation (FINA) to hold a Level 2
Co...
Fri 12. July 11:55 - Abdulla Haneed: UEFA Assist U15 is a golden opportunity Esteemed football player Abdulla Haneef
(Benjo) has said that the UEFA Assist U15 football tournament scheduled to be held
in...
Fri 12. July 11:50 - Honeymoon Ideas:
Go Underwater At Conrad Maldives Rangali Island At the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island,
nestled in the South Ari Atoll, happy couples can immerse themselves in the wonders
of ...
Fri 12. July 11:45 - Seaside Collection
snaps up Maldives’ Finolhu resort Seaside Collection has announced the
acquisition of island resort Finolhu in the Maldives. The purchase means the Germany-b...
Fri 12. July 11:40 - The Lighthouse
Restaurant At Baros Resort Floats On Water In The Maldives It's not every day you can travel to
the Maldives, so if you're visiting the tropical nation, making the most of the experience
is a m...
Thu 11. July 15:15 - Planhotel Hospitality
Group’s third Maldives resort, Sandies Bathala opens Planhotel Hospitality Group has reopened
the island of Bathala under its Sandies Hotels & Resorts brand, as Sandies Bathala
M...
Thu 11. July 15:10 - Sun Siyam Resorts
shines at 2019 World Luxury Spa, Restaurant Awards Leading local hotel group Sun Siyam Resorts
has won multiple accolades at the 2019 World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards...
Thu 11. July 15:05 - Kuredu Resort
Maldives host yoga retreat with Germanys Ohana Yoga Studio Kuredu Resort Maldives has partnered
with Ohana Yoga Studio in Germany to host a yoga retreat on the island. Scheduled from...
Thu 11. July 15:00 - Grand Park
Kodhipparu wins 3 accolades at 2019 World Luxury Spa Awards The Spa at Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives
has again won three awards at the World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards. In a g...
Thu 11. July 14:55 - Tourism industry inspection to conclude in September Minister of Tourism Ali Waheed, on Tuesday,
stated that the inspection of the tourism industry will conclude in September. Whil...
Thu 11. July 14:50 - MATATO hosts
training programme on digital marketing Maldives Association of Travel Agents
and Tour Operators (MATATO) has hosted a training programme on digital marketing. Th...
Thu 11. July 14:45 - The tree of
life and Ayurveda Centuries-old healing power invites ... relaxation The power of the Moringa tree and physical
harmony through Ayurvedic treatments: With these two centuries of established heal...
Thu 11. July 14:40 - Maldivian to fly in 2 new Aircrafts Maldivian has decided to bring in 2 more
airplanes, as per MD of Island Aviation ... Maldivian currently flies to 11 Airports
aroun...
Thu 11. July 14:35 - MNDF captures 4 foreign fishing vessels operating in Maldivian
EEZ Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF)
has captured 4 foreign fishing vessels operating in Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of
...
Thu 11. July 14:30 - Govt to connect islands in three atolls via causeways Ministry of National Planning and Infrastructure
opened for interested candidates to submit their design bids for causeways conn...
Thu
11. July 14:25 - Review: Maamui The hype has been buzzing and building
up for nearly 3 months on end, along with fervent anticipation ever since the release
o...
Thu 11. July 14:20 - Bangladeshi
worker dies after being crushed by bags of cement Construction site accidents are all too
common in Malé, one of the most densely populated cities in the world. A 24-year-old
Ba...
Thu
11. July 14:15 - 'Castle' on Aarah was built under CSR, says tourism minister A resort had funded the construction
of a castle-like house on the presidential retreat island ... during former President
Abdulla Y...
Thu 11. July 14:10 - 'Ground Golf' for the elderly comes to Maldives Local multi-disciplinary firm 'Izu Consultancy
and Training' is introducing the elderly-focused sporting programme 'Ground Golf'.
...
Thu
11. July 14:05 - Maldivian flag bearer at IOIG 2019 opening ceremony to announced Sunday Maldives Olympic Committee (MOC) is to
announce the athlete that will carry the Maldivian flag at the opening ceremony of
th...
Thu 11. July 14:00 - Coach Sajid: Maldivian Volleyball has a bright future Men's National Volleyball team coach
Mohamed Sajid says Maldives can become a strong competitor in international volleybal...
Thu 11. July 13:55 - Waldorf Astoria
resort opens in Maldives Waldorf Astoria has opened its first
property in the Maldives, the all-villa Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. Located
roughly 30...
Thu 11. July 13:50 - You & Me
by Cocoon Maldives This Italian-designed resort is an adult-only
hideaway, offering a mix of overwater and beach villas. For wellbeing and beauty th...
Thu 11. July 13:45 - Instagram users
urged to stop taking selfies in toxic Russian pond Millennials in Russia are flocking to
the so-called “Siberian Maldives• to strip down and snap gorgeous Instagram
photos in front ...
Wed 10. July 15:30 - Dhigali Maldives
enhances Play kids’ club Dhigali Maldives has enhanced the offerings
at its Play kids’ club. The kids’ club now features educational games and
toys to kee...
Wed 10. July 15:25 - Grand Park
Kodhipparu Maldives wins 3 accolades at 2019 W.L.S. Awards The Spa at Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives
has again won three awards at the World Luxury Spa and Restaurant Awards. In a ...
Wed 10. July 15:20 - 45 new resorts to be introduced to the market in the next
3 years Minister of Tourism Ali Waheed has revealed
45 new resorts would be introduced to the market in the next 3 years. Speaking at ...
Wed 10. July 15:15 - Tourist establishments in 10 atolls have been inspected Ministry of Tourism Ali Waheed has revealed
tourist establishments in 10 atolls have been inspected, as part of the efforts to
ens...
Wed 10. July 15:10 - Places to visit in Thiladhunmathi Thiladhunmathi is the northernmost atoll
of Maldives, closest to Sri Lanka and India. Thiladhunmathi was divided into its northe...
Wed 10. July 15:05 - White Alert issued for large portion of the country! Maldives Meteorological Service has issued
a White Weather Alert to a large portion of the country. The alert covers all the islan...
Wed 10. July 15:00 - Environment Police Resolves 46 Issues The Environment Police have resolved
46 issues from 29th June to 5th July 2019 as per a Tweet on the Maldives Police Service...
Wed 10. July 14:55 - MTCC shareholders
call to investigate transactions to purchase a dredger Shareholders have called to investigate
the transactions made by Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) to purc...
Wed 10. July 14:50 - Maziya held to a draw by Eagles Maziya wasted an opportunity to go to
the top of the Dhiraagu Dhivehi League table, as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Eagles
...
Wed 10. July 14:45 - Why celebrities
flock to Maldives Maldives is an evergreen tourist destination
unmatched by any other, thanks to its natural beauty, its white-sand beaches, and th...
Wed 10. July 14:40 - Waldorf Astoria
Hotels and Resorts launches Maldives branch The resort features dining venues, private
beaches, entertainment centres and more. Hilton’s luxury hotel brand Waldorf Astoria
...
Wed 10. July 14:35 - The Maldives
Island for All Ages: Velaa Private Island With a creative event and experiences
team, Velaa is a multi-generational haven that is one of the most private islands on
earth...
Wed 10. July 14:30 - Awesome Maldives
Package with Points: Underwater Villa Access, Luxury ... Ever want to use just hotel points for
a luxury Maldives stay? This auction package covers access to the underwater villa
a $5,000...
Wed 10. July 14:25 - Pristine Siberian
Maldives offers stunning beach views, but ... damage health A favourite for glamorous pictures by
Instragram fans yet visitors are warned to take extreme care ... it’s name - Lake
Ash Dump - ...
Tue 09. July 15:45 - Educational cartoon 'Kyle and Lulu' now on Dhiraagu TV 'Kyle and Lulu' is a local educational
cartoon produced by Gorillacels that teaches children Dhivehi in a serialised format.
This i...VIDEO
Tue 09. July 15:40 - Mirihi Island
Resort introduces ‘Horoscope Holidays’ Mirihi Island Resort is set to delight
guests with the launch of four bespoke astrology-based packages tailored to the elementary
g...
Tue 09. July 15:35 - Kandolhu Maldives
welcomes new dive team Kandolhu Maldives has welcomed a new
dive team, Rita and Leo. If they’re not underwater, you can find them at Noovilu
Sports...
Tue 09. July 15:30 - Velaa Private Island distributes highest service charge
in June Velaa Private Island distributed the
highest service charge for the month of June, allotting USD 740.40 (MVR 11,416.97)
per em...
Tue 09. July 15:25 - A Children’s
Book Series Named ‘Laara Amaan’ Launched A children’s book series by the
name “Laara Amaan• has been launched on 6th July 2019. This book series is
a translation by Ms...
Tue 09. July 15:20 - Maldives income at USD 700 million, expenditure at USD
738 million Statistics from Ministry of Finance has
showed that Maldives received an income of USD 700 million in the first 6 months of
the y...
Tue
09. July 15:15 - Seven officers suspended over rough arrest; criminal investigation
launched Maldives Police Service have revealed
that seven officers who used excessive force during a home search have been suspended...
Tue 09. July 15:10 - MF appointed
as online news partner for UEFA ASSIST U15 Football Association of Maldives (FAM)
has appointed Maldivesfootball (MF) as the official online news partner for the upcoming...
Tue 09. July 15:05 - Maldives’
Soneva resort launched plastic free July campaign The resort has previously worked on several
other sustainability campaigns. Luxury resort operator Soneva has launched a new s...
Mon 08. July 15:55 - Soneva partners
with most innovative catwalk producer Jessica Minh Anh Soneva has teamed up with the producer
of the world’s most innovative catwalks, Jessica Minh Anh. Jessica visited Soneva
Fushi...VIDEO
Mon 08. July 15:50 - Kudadoo Maldives
named Robb Report’s Best of the Best Island Resort Kudadoo Maldives Private Island by Hurawalhi
has been named Robb Reports Best of the Best 2019. Dubbed the manual of mo...
Mon 08. July 15:45 - MAHRP to host
‘HR Best Practice Share’ session on employee relations Maldives Association of Human Resource
Professionals (MAHRP) has announces plans to host an ‘HR Best Practice Share and
K...
Mon 08. July 15:40 - Saving Maldives’ sea grass A social media campaign to save seagrass
beds in the Maldives is gaining momentum according to Blue Marine Foundation an...
Mon 08. July 15:35 - Why it’s time to ban the bottle and the bag In an open letter, local official, MPs
and resort operators are calling on President Solih to tackle the scourge of plastic
waste. Ta...
Mon 08. July 15:30 - Solar panel installed in Nellaidhoo mosque Solar panels has been installed in Nellaidhoo
mosque. This is an initiative of Hdh.Nellaidhoo Ekuveringe Dhirun and the projec...
Mon
08. July 15:25 - Maldives opens first-ever Paralympic and Special Olympic Office Minister of Youth, Sports and Community
Empowerment, Ahmed Mahloof has on Sunday inaugurated an office for the Maldives...
Mon 08. July 15:20 - Maldives seeks
Seychelles support to host Indian Ocean Island Games 2023 Maldives is seeking the support of Seychelles
to host the next Indian Ocean Island Games in 2023, said a Maldivian special env...
Mon 08. July 15:15 - The Maldives
on a Malaysian mission Visit Maldives Travel Expo (VMTE) reached
out to Malaysian travellers at the weekend. The first expo of its kind organised by
th...
Sun 07. July 14:40 - Four Seasons
Resorts Maldives shines at World Travel Awards 2019 Four Seasons Resorts Maldives has defended
two prestigious country accolades at World Travel Awards. At the World Travel Aw...
Sun 07. July 14:35 - Huvafen Fushi
Maldives welcomes back Noel Cameron as General Manager Huvafen Fushi Maldives has appointed
Noel Cameron as its General Manager, welcoming him back to the timeless Maldivian ic...
Sun 07. July 14:30 - FHAM 2019 Premier
International Trade Fair to boost Hospitality & Tourism... FHAM Exhibition and International Culinary
festival for the hospitality and tourism industry in the Maldives and region will be
he...
Sun 07. July 14:25 - Four-year-old
drowns in Maafushi The toddler from Fuvahmulah atoll was
on a family holiday. A four-year-old drowned yesterday on Maafushi, Kaafu Atoll. The
fo...
Sun 07. July 14:20 - First Lady
attends Kalaafaanu School 30th Anniversary 30hrs Green Run ... Youtube Video: First Lady Fazna Ahmed attends Kalaafaanu School 30th Anniversary
30hrs Green Run Closing CeremonyVIDEO
Sun 07. July 14:15 - Olympic Committee ordered not to accept VAM Interim Committee The international governing body of volleyball,
FIVB has ordered the Maldivian Olympic Committee not to accept any decisions...
Sun 07. July 14:10 - Large quantity alcohol in Ungoofaaru Police custody destroyed A large quantity of alcohol in the custody of the Raa Atoll Ungoofaaru
Police Station in relation to various...
Sun 07. July 14:05 - MotoGP, Lorenzo:
holidays in the Maldives to take his thoughts off retirement The rumour has circulated at Sachsenring
... and he will seek answers to his questions on the beach in the Maldives. He might
c...
Sat 06. July 12:15 - Meeru Island
Resort’s Asian Wok Restaurant rolls out new menu Meeru island Resort & Spa has introduced
a new menu at its Asian Wok Restaurant. The kitchen team has collaborated to presen...
Sat 06. July 12:10 - Minor Hotel
Group celebrates fifth successful ‘Explorer’ training programme Minor Hotel Group has celebrated the
successful completion of another year of its Explorer vocational hotel training programme
...
Sat 06. July 12:05 - Practical work on VIA passenger terminal to begin on July
27 President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has announced
the project to develop the new passenger terminal at Velana International Ai...
Sat 06. July 12:00 - Tourism industry creates 17,000 new jobs so far this year President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has stated
the tourism industry has created 17,000 new jobs in the first 6 months of the year
S...
Sat 06. July 11:55 - Project to connect Greater Male' Region to be launched
in February 2020 President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has announced
the project to construct bridges, as part of the efforts to connect all islands in
...
Sat 06. July 11:50 - Maldives: Ongoing
struggle for artistic expression On 21 September 2018, 30 sea sculptures
were demolished by the Maldivian authorities for being “anti-Islamic• and
a threat to t...
Sat
06. July 11:45 - Immigration probes reports of suspects possessing fake Maldivian passports Maldives Immigration is probing reports
that fake Maldivian passports were found in the possession of two Belarus men arrested
i...
Sat 06. July 11:40 - What happens
when a country drowns? These 5 island nations will disappear Global climate change is endangering
small island countries ... Along with the Maldives, the Marshall Islands, Tokelau and
Tuv...
Sat 06. July 11:35 - Hand luggage:
Never pack this popular thing if travelling to Maldives, its illegal Hand luggage concerns mainly revolve
around struggling to fit everything in or limiting liquids. However, if you’re
travelling to th...
Fri 07. July 12:55 - Surfing legends
line-up for Four Seasons Maldives Surfing Champions Trophy With just five weeks to go until the
Indian Ocean’s hottest surf invitational, the news is out that surfing legends
Joel Parkinson, Ka...
Fri 07. July 12:50 - Application extended for National Art and Craft Exhibition Application has been extended for the
National Art and Craft Exhibition. After a 3-year halt, the Ministry of Economic Developm...
Fri 07. July 12:45 - EPA fines Ministry of National Planning And Infrastructure Environment Protection Agency (EPA) imposes
a fine of over USD 57,000 on Ministry of National Planning and Infrastructure, cit...
Fri
07. July 12:40 - Men's national volleyball team heads to Serbia after meeting with
president President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih met with
the national volleyball team on Wednesday, prior to their departure for a training
ca...
Fri 07. July 12:35 - This new Maldives
resort is the ultimate tropical island getaway Raffles Maldives Meradhoo brings a fresh
glamour and luxury to the Maldives. My Maldivian flight from Male landed on the airs...
Thu 04. July 13:20 - HDC asks to evacuate Hulhumale' beach area Housing Development Corporation Limited
(HDC) has asked all parties to remove all belonging, dismantle any structures and to
...
Thu 04. July 13:15 - Soneva Jani
welcomes 'the next Spielberg' Elliott Hasler for exclusive movie Soneva Jani has welcomed Elliott Hasler,
the youngest feature film director in the United Kingdom. From July 1 to 7, Elliott
is h...
Thu 04. July 13:10 - Double win
for Hurawalhi Maldives at Asia Pacific Hotel Awards 2019 Hurawalhi Maldives has won two accolades
at the regional edition of the International Hotel Awards. At the Asia Pacific Hotel
A...
Thu 04. July 13:05 - Kandima Maldives
has been shortlisted for prestigious 2019 Hotel Awards Located on a lush tropical island in
Dhaalu Atoll, Kandima offers a choice of 266 stylishly designed studios and villas,
with 11 di...
Thu 04. July 13:00 - Baa atoll councils,
MPs, resorts call for nationwide plastics ban to protect ... All thirteen island councils in Baa atoll,
the three members of parliament, and many of the leading resorts in the atoll have
sign...
Thu
04. July 12:55 - Raalhu Gudi event has been a true, unbelievable experience: Youri
Zoon Zoon left the Maldives on Thursday morning,
after taking part in the biggest kiteboarding event, Raalhu Gudi. Maldives is an am...
Thu 04. July 12:50 - STO prepares to buy produce from farmers State Trading Organization (STO) has
said that they are preparing to buy produce from farmers similar to how fish is brought
fro m ...
Thu 04. July 12:45 - Nicobar goes
international with its new Maldives store Bucking the trend of the sea of phenomenal
international brands that are currently crossing oceans to come to us, we’ve seen
ha...
Thu 04. July 12:40 - Waldorf Astoria
Maldives Ithaafushi The Waldorf Astoria has landed and from
the blissful yacht transfer to the array of top-notch dining options, it is here to
impress. ...
Thu 04. July 12:35 - Trisha in Maldives
to celebrate her mom's birthday The ever pretty Trisha is currently holidaying
in the Maldives along with her family. The pictures of the 96 actress from the Maldi...
Thu 04. July 12:30 - Dreaming Of The Maldives? Enter To WIN A Luxurious 8-Day
Trip Think Maldives, think barefoot paradise
with turquoise waters, sandy beaches and swaying palm trees. A luxury holiday destinati...
Wed 03. July 13:40 - Cheval Blanc
Randheli crowned Maldives Leading Lux. Villa Resort at WTA Cheval Blanc Randheli has been crowned
Maldives’ Leading Luxury Villa Resort at World Travel Awards. The award was present...
Wed 03. July 13:35 - Four Seasons
Landaa Giraavaru launches community football tournament There’s no doubt about it: football
brings people together. So what better way to strengthen the bond between the 13 islands
of ...
Wed 03. July 13:30 - Vacations Expo,
Maldives Food and Beverage Show 2019 begin Fourth edition of Vacations Expo and
Maldives Food and Beverage Show kicked off on Tuesday. Both the annual expos, organis...
Wed
03. July 13:25 - Gov't to lease land for local tourism in Vaadhoo The government has decided to lease land
for the development of local tourism in Vaadhoo island, Gaaf Dhaal atoll. The Minis...
Wed 03. July 13:20 - Surf points to be developed at five islands Minister of Youth, Sports and Community
Empowerment, Ahmed Mahloof has said that the ministry has decided to develop the ...
Wed
03. July 13:15 - 30 foreign investors to Maldives in 7 months 30 foreign investors have registered
in Maldives over the past seven months, says the Economic Development Ministry. Speaking...
Wed 03. July 13:10 - Coast Guard assists in rescuing sunk boat in Kaashidhoo
lagoon MNDF has said that the Coast Guard is
assisting in rescuing a cargo vessel that sank in the Kaafu Atoll Kaashidhoo lagoon.
After ...
Wed
07. July 13:05 - Planning Ministry fined for failure to clean up ocean after bridge
project Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
has imposed a fine of nearly MVR 1 million on the National Planning and Infrastructure...
Wed 03. July 13:00 - Influenza Epidemic in the Maldives There has been a sudden increase in the
number of influenza cases in the Maldives. According to the Health Protection Agency...
Wed
03. July 12:55 - Maldives passport ranks most powerful in South Asia
Wed 03. July 12:50 - Maldivian TT team departs to India The Maldivian Table Tennis team has embarked
on additional training sessions in India, ahead of the upcoming 10th Indian O...
Wed 03. July 12:45 - Maldives place second in Malaysia T20 Tri-Nation Series The National Cricket Team of Maldives
placed second in the Malaysian T20 Tri-Nation Series held by the Malaysian Cricket
Ass...
Wed 03. July 12:40 - Waldorf Astoria
arrives in the Maldives The 122 all-villa Waldorf Astoria Maldives
Ithaafushi spans across three interconnected islands ... opening of Waldorf Astoria
Mal...
Tue 02. July 13:15 - Rebuilt Gili
Lankanfushi Maldives to open on Dec 1 Gili Lankanfushi Maldives has announced
plans to reopen on December 1 after a major rebuilding project following a fire incide...
Tue 02. July 13:10 - Kuredu Resort
to host Christmas football workshop with Rio Ferdinand Kuredu Resort Maldives has announced
plans to host a special Christmas football workshop with a team from Football Escapes
l...
Tue 02. July 13:05 - Bed capacity in Maldives increases by 13 percent Ministry of Tourism has revealed the
bed capacity in Maldives has increased by 13 percent. Until the end of May, 48,539
beds w...
Tue
02. July 13:00 - Maldives to complete inspection of tourism areas next month The government would complete inspections
of resorts, hotel, guest houses and safaris next month, tourism minister Ali Waheed
...
Tue 02. July 12:55 - EPA investigating
torture of a stingray in Addu City Two men appear in a video to hack off
the tail of a stingray. The Environmental Protection Agency is investigating the possible
t...
Tue
02. July 12:50 - Local photographer wins prestigious international award Local freelance photographer Ismail Niyaz
Mohamed has won an award for his skills at world’s leading design competition,
the A...
Tue 02. July 12:45 - MACL to train first batch of female firefighters Maldives Airports Company Ltd (MACL)
announced that the company is sending its first team of female firefighters abroad
for tra...
Tue 02. July 12:40 - Team PUBG secure victory in Red bull Winning 5 futsal competition Team PUBG, on Saturday, was crowned the
national champions of futsal after they won 'Red Bull Winning 5', a five-man futsal
t...
Tue 02. July 12:35 - BML renews official sponsorship with FAM Bank of Maldives (BML) has renewed the
official sponsorship with the Football Association of Maldives (FAM). The agreement
re...
Tue 02. July 12:30 - Maziya held to a draw by Foakaidhoo Foakaidhoo FC put out a spirited performance
yesterday in the Dhivehi Premier League as they held league favorites Maziya to ...
Tue 02. July 12:25 - Some DESTINATION Saving Maldives’ seagrass A social media campaign to save seagrass
beds in the Maldives is gaining momentum according to Blue Marine Foundation an...
Tue 02. July 12:20 - These Islands
of Maldives Will Force You To Stay there You can go around anytime. Similarly,
the monsoon season is a good season for you to relax and enjoy this beautiful season.
In...
Tue 02. July 12:15 - Iconic luxury
hotel brand debuts ... Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi A 30-minute journey from Malé, Waldorf
Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi offers guests a sense of elevated luxury along with True
Wal...
Tue 02. July 12:10 - Niyama Private
Islands, Maldives: This place will ruin all other beach holidays “Relax, keep your eyes on the horizon
and remember not to lean back•, says Farrah, my guide, reassuringly. I smile nervously.
Th...
Mon 01. July 17:25 - Customs begins establishing GTAS system in Maldives Maldives Customs Service has begun efforts
to establish a system to provide information in advance on the arrivals and departur...
Mon 01. July 17:20 - Holiday Inn
Resort Kandooma host 3rd Surf Music in Paradise with J. Barnes Australian music legend James Dixon ‘Jimmy’
Barnes is set to return to the Maldives for a third Surf Music in Paradise event at
H...
Mon 01. July 17:15 - Waldorf Astorias
iconic service comes to Maldives with opening Ithaafushi Hilton’s luxury brand, Waldorf Astoria
Hotels & Resorts, began welcoming guests to the heart of the South Male Atoll with
the op...
Mon
01. July 17:10 - Gili Lankanfushi to reopen in December after devastating fire Luxury resort Gili Lankanfushi that was
shut down following a fire earlier this January will be re-opened later this year.
Earlier this...
Mon 01. July 17:05 - Ministry begins probe into JA Manafaru layoffs Tourism ministry initiates probe into
JA Manafaru Resort’s decision to lay off a large number of its employees. The
memo signed...
Mon 01. July 17:00 - Nominations
open for Maldives Travel Awards 2019 Maldives Travel Awards is now open for
nomination in 45 categories featured across three editions that collectively represent
res...
Mon 01. July 16:55 - 16 properties of 5000 ft² allocated for tourism in Vaadhoo Ministry of Tourism has allocated 16
plots from the of 5000 ft² of land from the local tourism development plant, for tourism
in G...
Mon 01. July 16:50 - The Maldives
Plastic Warriors - 'Plastic Noon Gotheh' The project advocates alternatives to
environmentally hazardous single-use plastics. The chairperson of MACCS, Aminath Abdul...
Mon 01. July 16:45 - Dhiraagu Introduces
Gigabit Speed to Maldives The largest communication and digital
service company, Dhiraagu, has taken hi-speed internet to the next level with gigabit
spe...
Mon 01. July 16:40 - Baa challenge to begin with a match between Goidhoo and
Eydhafushi Baa challenge a football tournament organized
by Fourseasons Landaagiraavaru opened to the whole atoll will begin today. Th...
Mon 01. July 16:35 - Amruta Khanvilkar
looks ravishing as she enjoys beach holiday in Maldives Amruta Khanvilkar is a glam diva of the
Marathi industry. The actress knows how to nail each and every look perfectly, be it
on h...
Mon 01. July 16:30 - Waldorf Astoria
Maldives Ithaafushi resort opens Hilton’s iconic luxury hotel brand,
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts today announces the highly anticipated opening
of Waldorf A...
Mon 01. July 16:25 - Expect the
unexpected with Maldives’ Niyama Private Islands Play or Chill is the main choice you're
going to have to make at this luxury island property. Niyama Private Islands is everything
t...
Mon 01. July 16:20 - The best hotels
in the Maldives - to suit every budget From a private island to the world’s
first underwater hotel room, here’s our definitive guide for where to stay in
the Maldives. Ask ...
Sun 30. June 12:20 - Over 30 luxury
Maldives resorts commit to protect seagrass More than 25 per cent of luxury resorts
in Maldives has joined the Protect Maldives Seagrass campaign. Led by UK-based enviro...
Sun 30. June 12:15 - Quarter of luxury resorts commit to Seagrass Protection More than 25 per cent of Maldives luxury
resorts joined the #ProtectMaldivesSeagrass social media campaign led by the Blue M...
Sun 30. June 12:10 - Coolest Jobs in Hospitality: Marine Biologist, LUX* South
Ari Atoll Island life is unique - but things become
infinitely cooler if you're getting paid to do what you truly love. By featuring amazing
p...
Sun 30. June 12:05 - Premier Maldives
named Maldives Leading Luxury Tour Operator at WTA Premier Maldives, part of the Premier
Destinations brand, has won Maldives’ Leading Luxury Tour Operator at the World
Travel ...
Sun 30. June 12:00 - Vakkaru host
exclusive culinary experience with MasterChef Marcel Thiele Vakkaru Maldives has announced plans
to host a series of exclusive culinary experiences with Chef Marcel Thiele. Chef Marcel,
...
Sun 30. June 11:55 - 'Hack Your
21st Century Body' with fitness expert Yasmin Karachiwala Vakkaru Maldives together with world-renowned
fitness expert, Yasmin Karachiwala, invites you to “Hack Your 21st Century Digitis...
Sun
30. June 11:50 - JA Manafaru orders layoffs amid financial troubles Luxury resort in Northern Maldives, JA
Manafaru has made the decision to lay off a large number of its staff citing financial
probl...
Sun 30. June 11:45 - Local fisherman nabs giant Red Snapper Local fishermen’s social media states
that the fish was caught by Ahmed Manik (Amo) who went fishing on the reef at Gaafu
Alifu...
Sun 30. June 11:40 - MIRA Heyvalla team cleans Villimale' beach Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA)'s
“Heyvalla - Saafukurama• team has undertaken cleaning the Villimale beach
area o...
Sun 30. June 11:35 - Opportunity to operate businesses for 24 hours are open
nationwide Ministry of Economic Development has
stated the opportunity to operate businesses for 24 hours are open nationwide. Speaking...
Sun 30. June 11:30 - 2000 join Ooredoo Color Run in Addu Ooredoo Maldives, on Friday, successfully
hosted its color run in Addu City with over 2,000 participants. Minister of Youth,
Sports...
Sun 30. June 11:25 - NPC Maldives granted IPC provisional membership status Governing Board of the International
Paralympic Committee (IPC) granted provisional membership to Maldives' National Paraly...
Sun 30. June 11:20 - Maldives Heritage Survey commences in Addu City Maldives Heritage Survey (MHS) has begun
an initial survey of Addu City. MHS began work in Addu City, following a meeting w...
Sun 30. June 11:15 - Russia, Maldives
and their Common Interest Despite the long history of diplomatic
relations, over 50 years, Abdulla Shahid has become the first Foreign Minister of the
Repu...
Sun 30. June 11:10 - Nidhhi Agerwal
shares a couple of drool-worthy postures from Maldives The lyrical video of the steamy romantic
number ‘Undipo’ ... and Nidhhi Agerwal in the exotic beaches on the Maldives.
As expe...
Sun 30. June 11:05 - Sargun Mehta
dons a blue bikini on her vacation in Maldives and looks divine Sargun Mehta is soaring the temperature
and how! ... The diva is on a vacation in the Maldives with husband Ravi Dubey and
w...
Sat 29. June 13:55 - ‘An island
to call your own’, exclusive private retreats Naladhu Private Island The setting: a boutique hideaway of poetic
beauty – white sands, coconut palms, the jewel-toned colours of the Indian Ocean.
Y...
Sat
29. June 13:50 - Crown Prince of Dubai shares memories from Maldives' holiday Many high profile celebrities visit the
Maldives for their vacation but once they arrive, they seem to vanish from the public
eye a...
Sat 29. June 13:45 - Maldives signs
contract with Saudi Binladin Group to complete new airport... Maldives has signed a revised agreement
for the development a much anticipated new international passenger terminal at the
i...
Sat 29. June 13:40 - Over 20 complete
Universal’s Discover Hospitality training programme Second batch of students has graduated
from Universal Foundation’s Discover Hospitality programme. At a ceremony held
at Hot...
Sat
29. June 13:35 - MNDF ... answers disappearance of crocodile at Kudakudhinge Bageecha Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF)
has pledged to investigate the case of the saltwater crocodile which had been the star...VIDEO
Sat 29. June 13:30 - New mothers can now work from home for one year: Adam Azim The managing director of MWSC Adam Azim,
has stated that new mothers of the company can now work from home for one yea...
Sat 29. June 13:25 - First Lady takes part in Ghiyasuddin triathlon First Lady Fazna Ahmed participated in
the Triathlon X event held in celebration of the 10th anniversary of Ghiyasuddin Interna...
Sat 29. June 13:20 - MLD vs TL Dream
11 ... team for today’s Maldives Vs Thailand | Malaysia MLD vs TL Dream 11 Team: Maldives and
Thailand battle it out in the culminating match of the series as each country looks
to ...
Sat 29. June 13:15 - Aarti Chabria Is Enjoying Her Beach Honeymoon
In Maldives With Husband After all the 'shaadi taam-jham', actress
Aarti Chabria is enjoying her alone time with husband, Visharad Beedassy in the midst
o...
Sat 29. June 13:10 - Maldives: Saving the coral The Maldives has the seventh largest
coral reef system in the world. Within and beyond the lagoons of Gili Lankanfushi,
a rich a...
Sat 29. June 13:05 - Telegraph Travel
Awards 2019: Win a £26,000 holiday in the Maldives Voting in the 2019 Telegraph Travel Awards
is open, giving you the opportunity to reward those operators and destinations that
...
Fri 28. June 14:10 - Olive Ridley Project hosts 'Vaavoshi Turtle Festival' Maldives-based international NGO, Olive
Ridley Project (ORP), commemorated a milestone on June 22 by hosting its very first
...
Fri 28. June 14:05 - MMPRC Kicks off Roadshow in India Maldives Marketing and Public Relations
Corporation (MMPRC) has kicked off a roadshow in India, as part of its “Journey
to the ...
Fri 28. June 14:00 - Equator Village
Joins Nationwide Campaign to Protect Maldives Seagrass Equator Village has joined the nationwide
campaign to “Protect Maldives Seagrass•. According to a statement given by
the reso...
Fri 28. June 13:55 - Doors close on a successful IMTM 2019 The International Maldives Travel Market
(IMTM) has successfully ended the 2019 edition held at Farukolhufushi. Over 50 leadi...
Fri
28. June 13:50 - MVR 22 mln utilized from Green Fund for 14 projects MVR 22 million has been spent for 14
projects under the 'Green Fund' established from the revenue generated by Green Tax
ch...
Fri 28. June 13:45 - Why ‘the
next Spielberg’ ... screening his films at Soneva Jani in the Maldives He’s just 18, but UK film director
Elliott Hasler could be the next Steven Spielberg ... and learn from him at the Soneva
Jani lux...
Fri 28. June 13:40 - St. Regis Vommuli,
Maldives: luxury without limits Nothing is left to chance on this heavenly
island retreat. With its emphasis on architecture and design, the St Regis Vommuli
is ...
Fri 28. June 13:35 - Dubai-based chef Colin Clague set for Maldives
residency The Ruya mastermind is heading to Coco
Bodu Hithi. Ruya executive chef Colin Clague is heading to Maldives for a two-day re...
Fri 28. June 13:30 - This new $1,700-a-night
Maldives hotel comes complete with treetop dining, and ... The Maldives are already known for tropical
luxury, but Waldorf Astoria is kicking it up a notch. A stay at the new Waldorf Astoria...
Thu 27. June 12:50 - Sun Island
Resort introduces new Beach Pool Villas Sun Island Resort & Spa has introduced
brand new Beach Pool Villas. With enhanced living and relaxation facilities, each new
...
Thu 27. June 12:45 - Kudadoo Maldives
Private Island as best small luxury hotel in Asia Pacific Kudadoo Maldives Private Island by Hurawalhi
has been recognised as the leading small luxury hotel in Asia Pacific. At the Asi...
Thu 27. June 12:40 - Coco Bodu Hithi
host excl. chef residency with Rüya Dubai’s Colin Clague Coco Collection has partnered with Colin
Clague, the award-winning Executive Chef of Rüya Dubai, on a very special chef resid...
Thu 27. June 12:35 - Kothaifaru
Resort Concept Changed After Discovery of Historical Ruins A resort development project on the island
of Kothai Faru in Raa Atoll was shortly paused after the discovery of ancient ruins
wit...
Thu 27. June 12:30 - Maldives hosts
‘Journey to the Sunny Side’ roadshow in India Maldives Marketing and Public Relations
Corporation (MMPRC) has kicked off a roadshow in India, as part of its “Journey
to the ...
Thu 27. June 12:25 - International
Maldives Travel Market 2019 begins International Maldives Travel Market
(IMTM) 2019 began on Wednesday. At a ceremony held Wednesday morning, parliament ...
Thu 27. June 12:20 - Maldivian,
the First Airline to Land in the new Apron of VIA The new test run on the new apron of
Velana International Airport (VIA) has conducted successfully. The first flight to
park on th...
Thu
27. June 12:15 - Drugs worth MVR 414 million disposed A large amount of seized drugs were disposed
of on Wednesday. Vice President Faisal Naseem, Home Minister Imran Abdulla a...
Thu 27. June 12:10 - Gear up for Ooredoo Color Run Weekend in Addu City! Ooredoo Maldives invites you to join
the festivities of Ooredoo Color Run and its partnering events this weekend, in the
beautifu...
Thu 27. June 12:05 - Maziya batters Nilandhoo SC with 13-0 reign The Dhiraagu Dhivehi Premier League has
witnessed one of the biggest score gaps since its rebranding, when Maziya Sports an...
Thu
27. June 12:00 - Serbia to assist in development of volleyball in Maldives A team from the Serbian Volleyball Federation
is to visit the Maldives, to assist in the development of the sport. Sports Minister
...
Thu
27. June 11:55 - Ministry to give out futsal turf -in Maafannu stadium- for free Minister of Youth, Sports and Community
Empowerment Ahmed Mahloof has revealed plans to give the futsal turf ground in Ma...
Thu 27. June 11:50 - Endless Blues
Make The Maldives The Ultimate Baecation Getaway There are very few destinations in the
world that will have you daydreaming about floating villas, sandy beaches, cozy bonfires
...
Wed 26. June 13:20 - Isle be visiting Hdh. Hanimaadhoo The Edition visits isles across the Maldives
on a bi-monthly schedule, discovering the intricacies of island life and amazing islan...VIDEO
Wed 26. June 13:15 - Sun Siyam Iru
Fushi celebrates Int. Yoga Day with Indian Amruta Khanvilkar The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi Maldives has
celebrated International Yoga Day with renowned Indian actress Amruta Khanvilkar. A
yo...
Wed 26. June 13:10 - Park Hyatt
Hadahaa named Maldives Leading Resort at WTA for 2nd year Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa has once
again been named Maldives’ Leading Resort at World Travel Awards. The award was
pr...
Wed 26. June 13:05 - Equator Village pledges total protection of its seagrass
bed The Equator Village in Gan, Addu Atoll,
on Tuesday pledged to maintain 100 percent of its seagrass beds, following its particip...
Wed 26. June 13:00 - Hotel Jen celebrates
World Environment Day with clean-up challenge Hotel Jen has celebrated World Environment
Day by organising a clean-up challenge amongst its staff. On June 22, more than ...
Wed 26. June 12:55 - Grand Park
Kodhipparu Maldives trains hosts to take ‘Loving Hospitality’ ... Grand Park Kodhipparu Maldives has hosted
an extensive learning programme for its Lifestyle Host team. As part of the program...
Wed 26. June 12:50 - EPA to evaluate 'greenifying' plans prior to authorising
land reclamation Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
on Monday, declared that the 'greenifying' process will be evaluated prior to authorisin...
Wed 26. June 12:45 - VIA observes 21,000 air traffic movements in first 4 months Velana International Airport (VIA) served
1.8 million travellers and observed 21,000 air traffic movements within the first four
mo...
Wed 26. June 12:40 - Rescue services provide assist after cargo vessel crashed
on reef The MNDF Male Area Coast Guard has started
providing assistance to a cargo vessel after it crashed on to a reef. MNDF said tha...
Wed 26. June 12:35 - Ooredoo Color
Run Addu EXPO to be Held From 25th to 26th June 2019 Ooredoo Maldives has announced that the
EXPO for Color Run Addu 2019 will be held from Tue, 25th June – Wed, 26th June
...
Wed 26. June 12:30 - Ian Paisley
faces fresh questions over payment of Maldives trips Ian Paisley is facing fresh questions
over a number of trips he reportedly took to the Maldives. Last December BBC Spotlight
rais...
Wed 26. June 12:25 - Ian Paisley holiday 'funded by Maldives government minister' A Maldivian government minister paid
for a luxury holiday taken by Ian Paisley and his family, it is alleged. The company
that ...
Wed 26. June 12:20 - Luxury Maldives
resort is looking for someone to help rescue sea turtles ... Brits looking for a holiday abroad can
now spend two weeks for free at a luxury resort in the Maldives - as long as they don't
mind...
Tue 25. June 13:00 - Hurawalhi Maldives
sets up coral nursery to improve reef Hurawalhi Maldives has launched a new
project to set up a coral nursery in a bid to to further improve the island’s
coral reefs. Th...
Tue 25. June 12:55 - Kanuhura defends
Maldives’ Leading Family Resort title at W. T. Awards Kanuhura Maldives has once again been
named Maldives’ Leading Family Resort at World Travel Awards. The award was prese...
Tue 25. June 12:50 - Dubai Crown
Prince Sheikh Hamdan in Maldives for summer holiday Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid
Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, is enjoying a summer holiday in Maldives. Sh...
Tue 25. June 12:45 - EPA condemns
reclamation of reefs to build luxury resorts The environmental watchdog also denounced
political interference under ex-president Yameen. The director general of the EP...
Tue 25. June 12:40 - Addu, Fuvahmulah to be declared biosphere reserves Minister of Environment Dr Hussain Rasheed
Hassan, on Sunday, stated that the government had decided to declare the souther...
Tue
25. June 12:35 - Historical site in Kothaifaru conserved; changes to concept design
of resort Tourism Ministry has conserved an area
in Kothaifaru island of Raa atoll after a large number of historical sites and artifacts
wer...
Tue 25. June 12:30 - Ooredoo launches Color Run Expo in Addu Ooredoo Maldives announced the launch
of a two-day Expo in preparation for Ooredoo Color Run Addu 2019. The Expo's first
...
Tue 25. June 12:25 - A Maldivian national team to hold a training camp in Europe
for the first time A Maldivian national team would be holding
a training camp in Europe for the first time, according to Minister of Youth, Sports
...
Tue 25. June 12:20 - Sol Hawkins - Maldives When did you go to the Maldives? I went
to the Maldives at the end of April for eight days with the Surf Solution’s crew.
Was it y...VIDEO
Tue 25. June 12:15 - Maldives gets
out ahead of air pollution In a country whose sovereign territory
is almost 100 per cent ocean, there are an unexpected number of cars, trucks and motorcy...
Tue 25. June 12:10 - Sheikh Hamdan
shares snaps from beautiful vacation in the Maldives Dubai’s Crown Prince has posted
a series of snaps from his latest trip ... enjoying a summer holiday in the Maldives.
And while h...
Tue 25. June 12:05 - Waldorf Astoria
- South Malé Atoll, Maldives Celebrated for its crystal-clear seas,
colourful marine wildlife and talcum-white sands, The Maldives’ sunny charms have
been bo...
Tue 25. June 12:00 - Planning to
visit Maldives? Now take 700 km ferry ride from Kochi to Male With Maldives being connected to India
through regular water transport networks, it will become a cheaper and more accessible
...
Mon 24. June 13:25 - Amaya Kuda Rah defends Maldives’ Leading
Boutique Resort title at WTA Amaya Kuda Rah Maldives has once again
been named Maldives’ Leading Boutique Resort at World Travel Awards. The award...
Mon
24. June 13:20 - Govt. terminates Innafushi lease agreement Tourism Ministry has made the decision
to terminate the resort construction agreement for Innafushi island of Baa atoll in
a bid t...
Mon
24. June 13:15 - Govt. to terminate Odagallaa resort project The Maldivian government has made the
decision to terminate the resort development agreement for Odagallaa island of Gaaf
...
Mon 24. June 13:10 - Fire and Rescue mobilized to fire near Convention Center MNDF Fire and Rescue teams have been
mobilized in response to a fire in the woods near the Convention Center in Hithadhoo
...
Mon 24. June 13:05 - Smiley victorious in 'The Trials', earns national team
placement Ismail Rasheed (Smiley), on Friday, was
crowned champion of Maldives Surfing Association (MSA)'s 'The Trials 2019', at esteem...
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