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TEAM says tourism workers shouldn't bear cost of dollar crisis

Parliament on Wednesday passed amendments to the Foreign Exchange Act introducing the 40% requirement.

Bill giving cabinet power to reclaim council land passed

Government must provide compensation before taking resources or immovable assets where a council has made an investment.

Parliament passes transport bill with 20-year limit for vehicles

It requires a National Land Transport Strategy to be formulated within six months of the law taking effect.

Parliament passes prison terms and higher fines for tax offences

Submitting false declarations, withholding information and carrying out other acts intended to evade tax obligations will fall within the provisions.

Parliament approves Abdul Aziz for as Information Commissioner

Abdul Aziz previously served as the first Information Commissioner following the establishment of the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICOM).

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Bassam transferred to house arrest on health grounds

The official said the transfer is temporary.

31 students treated for food poisoning at Addu camp

The students, who are in Grade 7 and Grade 8, developed symptoms including vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain.

MP calls for Azeez nomination to be withdrawn

The MP cited several concerns, including the use of confidential discussions instead of public hearings required under the law.

Court closes case after Adeeb pays remaining MVR 1 million fine

Former President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih later granted Adeeb clemency during the final days of his administration in November 2023.

English-Dhivehi dictionary launched after 8 years of work

The 1,192-page dictionary weighs more than two kilograms and provides Dhivehi meanings for English words.

Gas cylinder explosion injures 4 in Malé home

The injured include two Bangladeshi nationals and two Indian nationals.

More than 3kg of cannabis seized

The shipment was inspected at Velana International Airport (VIA).

American arrested after ammunition found in luggage

According to police, a search of his luggage after he arrived in the Maldives by air found a magazine containing live ammunition.

Maldives makes bank deposits mandatory for expatriate salaries

The requirement will take effect 30 days after the amendment was published.