Education
Youth begin technical training under national service programme
Eighty-four young Maldivians from 44 islands have started a three-month course at a training facility in Kihadhoo.
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Police
Police arrest man for dangerous motorcycle riding in Malé
Officers stopped a rider who was performing wheelies and creating fear among the public on a busy road.
Rasmalé
Housing minister dismisses concerns over Israeli involvement in Rasmalé
The minister said fears that the project could open the door to Israeli settlement were unfounded.
Police
NDMA and police agree to include disaster response in training
The two agencies discussed ways to strengthen officers’ capacity to handle emergencies across the country.
First Lady
First Lady highlights role of girls in national development
Sajidha Mohamed said empowering girls strengthens families and the country’s future.
Traffic
Government to send digital notices for traffic violations in Male and Hulhumale
The Transport Ministry will begin issuing SMS and email alerts for one-way traffic rule breaches starting next week in designated areas of Male and Hulhumale.
Rasmalé
Former vice president raises Rasmale land lease concerns with UAE prime minister
Dr Mohamed Jameel Ahmed has drawn the attention of UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to public worries over the 99-year lease of land in Rasmale to Eagle Hills.
Hulhumalé
FDC cancels agreements for two non-paying flats in Aman Tower
The Housing Development Corporation has terminated leases for two units in Hulhumale’s Aman Tower after repeated failure to pay rent and given occupants 15 days to vacate.
Government
Government launches official directory of state institutions
A new website at directory.presidency.gov.mv provides centralised access to accurate information on government bodies under the Maldives 2.0 initiative.
Government
Government reaffirms no compromise on Maldives sovereignty and independence
The President’s Office has stated that no authority over Maldivian territory will be handed to any foreign party, amid reports of unauthorised vessels near Male.