Indian aircraft won't carry patients from March: Maldives pres

"Not a helicopter, not a Dornier. Our [Maldivian] Dash 8 aircraft is already being prepared for it," he said.

13 January 2024

India boosts aid to Maldives with a $92 million allocation

An Indian External Affairs Ministry spokesperson said India would remain 'an important partner in Maldives' development'.

9 February 2024

India says discussed continued aircraft use in Maldives

The Cabinet meeting held on 25th last month decided to introduce the Maldivian air ambulance service.

15 January 2024

Helicopter service to resume for rescue, Medvec

The government has also decided to allocate space at the Velana International Airport for the construction of a heliport.

29 January 2024

Dornier aircraft, helicopter saved many lives, says India

The Indian spokesperson did not give any indication that any projects might have to be stopped.

22 October 2023

Pakistan cable car ordeal ends with all on board rescued

The helicopter rescue mission had been complicated by gusty winds in the area.

23 August 2023

77 Indian troops in Maldives, govt says

Muizzu, who campaigned on altering the tiny Indian Ocean archipelago's "India first" policy, on Saturday requested India withdraw its military.

19 November 2023

Maldives confirms 76 Indian soldiers replaced by civilians

The Indian troops withdrew from Maldives in four batches.

11 May 2024