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Maldives' largest infra project advances with India's support after final segment of Thilamale Bridge is installed

The final bridge segment connecting Male with Villingili island has been officially set in place. This marks a significant milestone for the Greater Male Connectivity Project in the Maldives. India is funding this major infrastructure development which will link several islands. More than seventy-five percent of the project's work has…

The Economic Times

Why Shashi Tharoor Suddenly Praised Modi’s Maldives Move

Diplomacy is often imagined as loud speeches, tense negotiations, and political power games. But sometimes, the strongest message is delivered without demanding anything in return. That is exactly what happened between India and the Maldives. At a time when relations were strained and political slogans openly targeted India, one unexpected…

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Can an all-inclusive resort still be luxurious? At this island paradise it can

Chris Wiltshire and his wife visit the Ozen resorts of Bolifushi and Maadhoo in the South Male Atoll to find out

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Stability in Maldives: On the election results and India ties

With the Maldivian results in, and the Indian election results in June, New Delhi and Male have an occasion to try and mend their frayed ties

The Hindu

Maldives Signs China Defence Deal As India Prepares Exit

The Maldives has signed a "military assistance" deal with China after ordering Indian troops deployed in the small but strategically-placed archipelago to leave, officials said Tuesday.

International Business Times

Indian coast guard ships conclude Exercise Dosti, head to Galle, Sri Lanka

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ships Samarth and Abhinav have docked in Galle following the completion of Exercise Dosti in Male. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News

Choppy waters: On India-Maldives ties

While sovereignty is paramount for any country, it is important that India and the Maldives see the benefit of a détente over confrontation

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Maldives asks India to withdraw troops by March 15

Male Maldivian President asks India to withdraw military personnel by March 15, amid tensions and pro-China alignment.

The Hindu

Unravelling the shift in India-Maldives relations | Explained

India-Maldives row: The Hindu explains how the relationship between India and its neighbour Maldives has deteriorated since the change of regime in the island nation.

The Hindu

In Maldives, Delhi must steer clear of irritants to use mix of Gujral doctrine, tough talk

As far as neighbourhood regimes go, the last few days have been a mixed bag for India’s diplomacy for different reasons.

Newslaundry

An ‘India out’ plan that could impact the Maldives

The Muizzu administration in the Maldives must recognise that it is not India but China that seeks to weaponise ocean surveys

The Hindu

In-form Odisha FC ready to deal another blow on Maziya in AFC Cup

On the back of their consecutive home wins in Indian Super League, Odisha FC will hope to continue the winning momentum when they take on Maziya Sports RC at Maldives National Football Stadium in Male in an afternoon AFC Cup fixture on Tuesday.

The Times of India

‘Music to Beijing’s ears’: Has China won the Maldives presidency?

Mohamed Muizzu’s election win is a setback for India, a boost for China and a sign of tensions in Indian Ocean region.

Al Jazeera

New international flights from KIA in the offing

Starting October 30, Maldivian, the national airline of Maldives, will commence flights to Bengaluru from Male.

The Hindu

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The Hindu

Saudia Airlines will be the first international airline to arrive at KIA’s T-2

Int'l flights from KIA's T-2 start Tues. Saudia Airlines flight SV 866 from Jeddah 1st to arrive at 10.15am. 1st int'l departure at 11.50am. 2 Indigo flights to Colombo & Male at 12.10 & 1.05pm. Oman Air to Muscat at 3.40pm & Royal Nepal Airlines to Kathmandu at 5.30pm. Arrivals:…

Al Jazeera

Maldives heads to polls amid India-China rivalry, fears for democracy

Outcome of Saturday’s presidential election could be key to India and China’s battle for influence in the Indian Ocean.

The Hindu

Maldivian national arrested for harassing airhostesses

Kempegowda International Airport police arrested a 51-year-old Maldivian national for harassing two air hostesses on a flight scheduled between Male to Bengaluru on August 18.

The Hindu

Badminton | Ashmita, Ravi win Maldives International Challenge

Indian shuttlers Ashmita Chaliha and Ravi clinched the women’s and men’s singles titles respectively with contrasting victories at the Maldives International Challenge in Male.

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The Hindu

Rajnath Singh hands over two naval vessels for Maldivian defence forces

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on May 2 met Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih in Male with a focus on boosting bilateral defence engagement.

Al Jazeera

Maldives ruling party holds high-stakes presidential primary

Democracy icon Mohamed Nasheed’s political future in balance as governing party voters head to the polls.

Reuters

At least 10 killed in fire in Maldives

At least 10 people were killed after a fire broke out in a building in Male that contained a repair shop and residential accommodation, local police said on Thursday.

Al Jazeera

Nine Indians among 10 workers killed in Maldives fire: Report

Officials say those who died in the fire include nine Indians and a Bangladesh national.

Al Jazeera

Maldives gov’t faces backlash for accepting Sri Lankan president

Maldivians voice outrage as disgraced Sri Lankan leader Gotabaya Rajapaksa flees to the Maldives.

Reuters

Protesters attack Yoga Day event in Maldives

Police in the Maldives used tear gas and pepper spray to control a crowd of people who disrupted a yoga event organised by the Indian High Commission, or embassy, in the capital Male on Tuesday morning, an organiser said.

The Times of India

18 Indian volleyball players to play in international league in Maldives

MUMBAI: The top 18 Indian players from the Prime Volleyball League including Karthik A. of Kochi Blue Spikers and Ashwal Rai of Kolkata Thunderbolts have been picked up to participate in the Maldivian Volleyball Season 2022, the international league hosted in country's capital in Male.

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