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Media groups urge govt to halt investigation into Adhadhu

During police questioning, both men exercised their right to remain silent. Reports indicate they are facing five criminal charges linked to the case.

NGOs renew calls to end impunity for crimes against journalists

Criminal Court recently dismissed charges against the accused in the murders of journalist Ahmed Rilwan and blogger Yameen Rasheed.

29 November 2023

Journalists stage protest; hand letter of concern to president

Senior Associate Editor of Dhauru News Ahmed Naif, who spoke at the event, said the country has slipped 13 places in the press freedom index due to reasons.

RSF urges Maldives to withdraw election amendment on media

There will be a fear of vote fraud; there will be a free chance for vote rigging and there will be less chances of such cases coming to light, RSF said.

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MMC membership application reopened after policy change

The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) had issued a statement expressing concern over the election of members to the MMC.

12 October 2022

Govt says no restrictions on media in election coverage

Miuvan said the amendment would provide opportunities to journalists who were not given the chance in the past.

Controversial evidence law comes into force

The bill was ratified after journalists' body Maldives Journalists Association (MJA) and other organisations called for the bill to be sent back.

18 January 2023