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Fuel costs push subsidy spending above budget

The government had spent about MVR 3.5 billion on subsidies as of 27 August, compared with MVR 2.9 billion allocated for the full year.

Fuel costs push subsidy spending above budget

Fuel costs push subsidy spending above budget

Maldives used as transit hub for goods bound for Russia: WSJ

Maldives used as transit hub for goods bound for Russia: WSJ

STELCO staff suspended after PNC membership discussed on live TV

STELCO staff suspended after PNC membership discussed on live TV

Ilyas calls pres ‘bluff master’, warns dollar could reach MVR30

Ilyas calls pres ‘bluff master’, warns dollar could reach MVR30

FDC to strengthen safety measures at Hulhumalé flats

FDC to strengthen safety measures at Hulhumalé flats

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Azim says vehicle fee, grant cuts will hamper council services

His remarks came as the council approved a proposed budget of MVR 671 million for next year, with a deficit exceeding MVR 338 million.

Council seeks answers on utilities, construction access for plots

Furushan called for the council to obtain timelines for land allocated or due to be allocated in Hulhumalé, Gulhifalhu and Giraavarufalhu.

Maldivians granted 30-day visa-free entry to Thailand from Sep 15

Under the initial proposal, Maldivians were to be allowed to remain in Thailand without a visa for up to 15 days.

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2 arrested, 17.7kg of drugs seized in GA. atoll operation

The suspects were presented before a court for remand hearings and ordered to be held in custody for five days.

Maldives company denies shipping goods to Russia after WSJ report

Go Investments was named alongside Maldivian logistics company Freight Care in a report published by The Wall Street Journal on Tuesday.

Father arrested over sexual abuse of 13-year-old daughter

Police identified the suspect only as a 41-year-old Maldivian man and confirmed that he was arrested on Thursday. The investigation is continuing.

STELCO staff suspended after PNC membership discussed on live TV

The company said it would take corrective and administrative action in accordance with its regulations based on the findings of the investigation.

Ilyas calls pres ‘bluff master’, warns dollar could reach MVR30

Ilyas said several announcements had yet to produce results, describing some government events as “writing a name on a piece of cloth and cutting a ribbon”.

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Pres expresses grief over deaths of children, calls for measures

The President said raising awareness about risks on roads and in high-rise buildings was a responsibility that required the participation of the public.

Pres ratifies law allowing cabinet to take over council land

Ex-MTDC chairman Faiz appointed MIFCO chairperson

9-year-old girl injured in Hulhumalé road accident dies

Bank of Ceylon stops MVR-to-USD conversion for remit transfers

PG office charges Thinadhoo mayor Saud over population records

Police freeze accounts of Furaveri operator in FX trading probe

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Fuel costs push subsidy spending above budget

The government had spent about MVR 3.5 billion on subsidies as of 27 August, compared with MVR 2.9 billion allocated for the full year.

Maldives used as transit hub for goods bound for Russia: WSJ

According to the report, cargo arriving at Velana International Airport remains in transit and does not formally enter the Maldives.

SparkHub brings Maldives fintech ecosystem together at huddle

Powered by Bank of Maldives and Mastercard, the event was designed to bring together the different players shaping the Maldives’ fintech landscape.

Bank of Ceylon stops MVR-to-USD conversion for remit transfers

The change took effect on Tuesday, according to a notice sent by the bank to customers.

Ex-MTDC chairman Faiz appointed MIFCO chairperson

Last week, the PCB instructed MTDC to complete the procedures required to remove Faiz from the position after the expiry of his term.