MNDF
MNDF seizes three foreign fishing vessels in Maldivian EEZ
The vessels were intercepted about 170 nautical miles west of Ari Atoll in a joint Air Corps and Coast Guard operation.
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Police
Special police team sent to Funadhoo to investigate fire incident
An explosion at a petrol shed in Sh. Funadhoo damaged a nearby house and left 11 people temporarily without shelter.
Funadhoo
Massive fire destroys Funadhoo’s only petrol station
Blaze at Shaviyani Funadhoo spreads to nearby homes and warehouses, forcing evacuations.
Police
Two foreign teachers arrested over sexual abuse of schoolgirls
Police remand two 52-year-old expatriate teachers in separate cases involving three minors on the same island.
Rasmalé
Male’ City Council backs public movement against Rasmale’ deal
Councillors support calls for greater transparency and review of the large-scale development agreement.
Economy
Rasmale’ deal offers no financial benefit to the state, says Zariyand
Opposition figure questions the economics of the large land agreement with Eagle Hills.
Muizzu
Nasheed says Muizzu has dragged Maldives into India-Pakistan tensions
Former president criticises recent agreements and military cooperation with Islamabad.
Police
Nine rape suspects remanded as police publicise details
Arrests linked to alleged gang rape of a woman and sexual abuse of minors in the Upper South.
Rasmalé
Ali Hussain calls for public resistance against Rasmale’ deal
Politician urges citizens to oppose the large-scale land agreement.
Parliament
MPs face financial hardship after spending on constituents, says Azaan
Lawmaker highlights pressure on members who use personal funds to assist constituents.