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Throughout the years, smoking cigarettes has taken on several images. Initially, smoking was not seen as a harmful act, but rather an appealing activity that is often carried out in...
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In May 2024, the Minister of Economic Development and Trade, Mohamed Saeed revealed the Government's plan to open its first development bank in the Maldives. The bank, which is set...
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Travellers seeking to visit Koodoo or nearby islands have recently been hit with the shocking news of the national airline, Maldivian, cancelling their flights to the Koodoo airport. This comes...
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The Maldives Inland Revenue Authority (MIRA) announced a remarkable 93 percent increase in revenue for September 2024 compared to the same period last year, showcasing that more companies in the...
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The Maldivian healthcare system is yet again seeing developments as Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) announces that the hospital's Hybrid Operating Theatre located in Dharumavantha Hospital is not operational. IGMH...
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In a move towards expanding the banking services provided across the Maldives, the Bank of Maldives (BML) has expanded its banking services with the introduction of a self-service banking ATM...
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Although the Maldives is a small nation, one thing that can be extremely difficult to find is backdated information about the Maldives’ rich history and culture. Over the years, the...
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In a significant step toward enhancing the banking system and facilitating cross-border transactions, the Maldives launched India's RuPay card on October 7th, 2024. RuPay is the first of its kind...
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As the years roll by, the undeniable evidence of climate change is becoming harder to ignore, even for its most ardent sceptics. The world is grappling with extreme weather patterns,...
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The Maldives has taken a significant step in navigating its looming financial challenges by successfully settling the latest coupon payment on its USD 500 million Sukuk bond, according to a...
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According to the Maldives Meteorological Service (MET), the Maldives is currently experiencing active southwest monsoon conditions. In a press release published on the official platforms of the MET office, it...
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Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) has announced that proper preparations are underway to meet the demands of the winter season. Although MACL welcomes thousands of visitors to the Maldives throughout...
