Convicted killer lost mind; can't tell people apart, says family

"If the prisoner needs any further treatment, they will be brought to the capital and consulted there," a corrections spokesman said.

12 December 2022

Special operation launched for inmate medical treatment

As part of an earlier agreement with IGMH, doctors at IGMH were allowed to go to prison and inmates were given online consultations as well.

30 October 2022

Trainee prisons officer drowns

She was brought to Male and was undergoing treatment at IGMH when she passed away

30 October 2022

Corrections asked to vacate Male jail, relocate prisoners

The jail has now been asked to vacate before Dharumavantha school reopens and resumes classes.

30 March 2023

Prison officers begin wearing body cameras

This will play an important role in ensuring the safety of inmates and prison officers, the corrections said.

5 September 2023

Adeeb seeks medical leave extension

A decision on the request is pending, Corrections said.

22 July 2023

Asseyri prison officer nabbed with drugs

"It is a matter of great concern that officers are involved in such activities, even if it is not common," said the warden.

13 May 2023

Yameen again probed for attending political event

According to the Prisons and Parole Act, an offender can become an ordinary member of a political party but cannot conduct political events.

11 December 2023