US withholds visa for Maldives minister for UN Palestine summit

Multiple sources have confirmed that Dr Shaheem was unable to travel as his visa was not approved.

30 July 2025

Adhaalath only party to remain unchanged since founding: Imran

"Even if you switch from one leadership to another, there is no change in the party's policies, and what it stands for," Imran said.

25 February 2023

Suspect in New Year's Eve attack reportedly linked to Islamists

One of the officers shot the suspect, hitting him in the shoulder.

3 January 2023

Tajikistan hijab ban sparks intense debate

Maldivian cultural outfits are modest, airy, functional and as a bonus, give protection from mosquitoes.

27 June 2024

Iranian chess player who removed hijab gets Spanish citizenship

Spain's official gazette said the cabinet approved granting Khadem citizenship on Tuesday.

27 July 2023

Three Islamists, two others killed in storming of police station

Top teams shunned Pakistan for years after six policemen and two civilians were killed in a 2009 attack.

18 February 2023

Truth being distorted for personal gain: President

The president said that despite knowing the truth, rumours are being spread about it to serve a political purpose.

27 October 2022

New mosque construction in India's Ayodhya to begin in May

A crowd-funding website is expected to be launched in the coming weeks, said Shaikh, who is also a BJP leader.

21 January 2024