In the PNC internal election, Minister Heena Waleed was elected unopposed as President of the Women's Wing, and Ibrahim Abaan Abdulla Latheef as President of the Youth Wing. Allegations have surfaced that cargo department employees of MPL are being summoned to the "Bandharu Maalan" and forced to fill out forms to join the ruling PNC. While former President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom attended a PNF gathering, opposition political leader Mauroof directed strong criticisms at President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's policies. Former Minister Ali Waheed also participated in the 'Baabu' program and spoke about the political situation. Police have instructed vehicles to be removed from the streets in the area encompassing Republic Square and Izzudheen Jetty in connection with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's official visit to the Maldives. In Shaviyani Milandhoo, three individuals who tested positive for drugs were arrested and remanded in custody for five days after speeding on a motorcycle and attempting to evade police. The Criminal Court has sentenced a Maldivian man to 20 years in prison after …
Read More →13 September 2026
Severe southwest monsoon weather prompted Yellow and Orange alerts on Sunday, inundating major roads in Malé and flooding over 70 homes in Addu City’s Feydhoo, forcing emergency evacuations. In Hulhumalé Phase 2, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu laid the foundation stone for the nation's largest mosque, the 10,000-capacity Jaami'ul Sultan Mohamed bin Abdulla mosque, marking 900 years of Islam in the Maldives. Meanwhile, Minister Heena Waleed was elected unopposed to lead the ruling People's National Congress Women’s Wing.
Changes have been decided for the Bank of Maldives' dollar limit issues and Islamic banking services. Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) has revealed that 60,489 people earning an income of more than MVR 60,000 per month are registered as income tax payers. International airlines are preparing to increase flights to the Maldives in conjunction with the winter tourism season. The national airline, Maldivian, opened ticket bookings on 13 September 2026 for scheduled flights to Dhaalu Airport in Dh. Kudahuvadhoo, with official flights scheduled to commence on 17 September.
Read More →While the Maldives and China played a friendly match during the FIFA window, a major debate has arisen over the issue of the Bis Buru team playing in the national team jersey. In connection with these two sporting events, differences of opinion and criticism have emerged among supporters and concerned stakeholders.
Read More →Today, it was noted that Hithadhoo School is one of the oldest schools in the Maldives' education sector. Organized by the National Institute of Education, the 8th International Teachers' Conference, held from September 12 to 13 at Shaheed Ali School in Hulhumalé with more than 300 participants, concluded today. In addition, "Dhanathu Learning" has announced a free online study camp to assist students in preparing for the Dhivehi and Islam subjects of the SSC and HSC examinations.
Read More →Due to the strengthening of the southwest monsoon and deteriorating weather conditions, the Maldives Meteorological Service has issued a Yellow Alert forecasting winds gusting up to 45 mph from Kaafu Atoll to Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, alongside a White Alert for the entire Maldives. With heavy rain and bad weather affecting the southern regions, an Orange Alert was issued for Addu City and Fuvahmulah, where flooding damaged more than 70 houses in Feydhoo, Addu City. Furthermore, strong winds and heavy rainfall caused extensive damage to agricultural fields in Thaa Kandoodhoo. Tidal surges in the Malé area brought sand and rocks onto the Rasfannu area and caused saltwater damage to vehicles parked in the Industrial Village. With rough seas and wave heights estimated to rise between 4 to 7 feet, MNDF has urged people not to travel by sea during Yellow or Orange Alerts and to take necessary safety precautions.
Read More →The Maldives Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement issued on 12 September 2026, strongly condemned the drone attacks launched from Iraqi territory targeting the East-West oil pipelines in the Riyadh and Medina regions of Saudi Arabia. In addition, the President of Sri Lanka spoke out strongly criticizing that country's Rajapaksa family.
Read More →To commemorate the 900th anniversary of the Maldives embracing Islam, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu laid the foundation stone for 'Jaami'ul Sultan Mohamed bin Abdulla' in Hulhumalé Phase 2, which will be the largest mosque with a capacity of 10,000 people, built with aid from Saudi Arabia's Al Rajhi company. Initiated by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, the National Symposium for Young Khateebs was held, highlighting the importance of increasing the number of Hafizs and maintaining mosques in the Maldives. Ahmed Manik (Jaadhoo Ahmed Manik), who served the state for more than 46 years and received the National Service Award, passed away at the age of 88. Haa Alifu Dhidhdhoo Council has urged that children should not be outside unaccompanied by a guardian after 9:00 PM. Activities marking Global Housekeeping Week were carried out in Alifu Dhaalu Omadhoo. Various parties have spoken out emphasizing empowering youth to take initiative and move forward for community development.
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