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Soneva Fushi fined MVR 448,375 for entry into protected area

The EPA has instructed Soneva Fushi to pay the fine through Bandeyri Pay within 30 days from 23 April 2025.

Most fines for vessel reef damage remain unpaid, EPA says

Naeem added that restoration efforts are currently underway in one of the affected reef areas using the funds from these fines

‘No action against businesses avoiding environmental fines’

The committee found that cases against shipowners and their agents were being filed together, leading to complications in court.

26 February 2025

MVR 1.5m to 3 associations in Laamu Atoll as financial aid

The Endheri project, launched in 2021 with GEF funding, is implemented by the Ministry of Environment.

13 October 2024

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Maldives sets new criteria for sand mining from protected areas

According to the amendment, such work should be carried out only if certain conditions are met after completing the required permits.

Concern over resort development in protected Keylakunu

The island, which also has a huge 10-hectare creek, is known for its natural flora and fauna.

More than 100 pilot whales stranded in Western Australia

Based on previous strandings, "these events usually result in the beached animals having to be euthanised as the most humane outcome," the spokesperson said.

Scientists discover possible hammerhead shark nursery in Ecuador

Researchers will continue to monitor the shark to confirm that she was in a breeding area.

Boduhithi, Okkobe lagoons protected

Both lagoons are popular with divers and tourists.

EPA to oversee protected Ari Atoll area from December

It is one of the most famous places in the world where whale sharks can be seen at any time of the year.