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Contract Awarded for Construction of 14-Room Facility with Private Rooms and Isolation Capabilities at KRH

The construction of a 14-room facility featuring private rooms and isolation capabilities at Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital (KRH) has been awarded to Altec Maldives Private Limited. This project marks the first standalone project in the Maldives to be car...

Yashna 27 Jan 2026 7 reads

Sheet piling work for Segment 2 of Boduthakurufaanu Magu development completed

The Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) announced today that the sheet piling work for Segment 2 of the project to develop the northern side of Male's Boduthakurufaanu Magu into four lanes has been fully completed. According to MTCC, 100%...

Yashna 27 Jan 2026 73 reads

Port area opened for 24-hour cargo vessel entry following restrictions since the November 3 attacks

The Maldives has reinstated 24-hour access to port limit areas for incoming international cargo vessels, with the change coming into effect today. This marks the first time in 36 years that this policy—originally implemented for security reasons followi...

Yashna 26 Jan 2026 76 reads

Ooredoo Maldives Unveils 2026 Calendar “Tea with Ooredoo,” Celebrating Culture and Connection

Ooredoo Maldives has unveiled its 2026 calendar under the theme “Tea with Ooredoo,” a celebration of the simple, meaningful moments that bring people together in everyday Maldivian life. Each year, Ooredoo’s calendar tells a story rooted in local culture, cre...

Yashna 26 Jan 2026 8 reads

Kulhudhuffushi Hosts Practical Training on Identifying and Treating Plant Diseases

Information sessions focused on identifying common plant diseases and applying simple, effective solutions were successfully held yesterday in Kulhudhuffushi. According to the Kulhudhuffushi City Council, the programme provided participants with...

Yashna 25 Jan 2026 6 reads

41 Hectares Reclaimed from Dhidhdhoo Airport Development Area

Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) revealed today that 41 hectares of land have been reclaimed within 20 days of starting work under a massive project to reclaim land for airport development and other essential needs in HA. Dhidhdhoo. Under this proje...

Yashna 25 Jan 2026 4 reads

Ooredoo Maldives Partners with World Record Dive Expedition "Across Maldives"

Ooredoo Maldives has been appointed as the Digital Partner for the "Across Maldives" underwater expedition, a world-record-breaking attempt aimed at raising public awareness for ocean conservation. The company stated that it is a great pleasure for Ooredoo...

Yashna 25 Jan 2026 5 reads

Saniya Mohamedbe from Vaikaradhoo, who was receiving treatment after falling ill while on Umrah, has passed away.

Mohamed Hassan (Saniya Mohamedbe from Vaikaradhoo, 86 years old), who fell ill and was undergoing treatment while on Umrah this January, has passed away. Saniya Mohamedbe, who traveled for Umrah under the care of Qibla Hajj Group, passed away last night...

Yashna 24 Jan 2026 8 reads

New Stars Emerge from "Future Imam" Program with Ali Rameez's Expertise

The Manfa Association, led by renowned Da'ee Ali Rameez, in collaboration with "Khidhumath" NGO, "Ukulhas Hope," and "Jamiyyathul Qalam," is conducting special training programs aimed at introducing a brand-new generation of stars from the Maldivian youth to t...

Yashna 24 Jan 2026 8 reads

Rumors suggest Abdulla Rasheed may contest the election as an independent candidate

Rumors are circulating that the current President of the HA. Dhidhdhoo Council, Abdulla Rasheed, may contest the upcoming local council elections as an independent candidate. When "Thiladhun" reached out to clarify these rumors, Abdulla Rasheed neither conf...

Yashna 23 Jan 2026 107 reads

Audit Flags Weak Oversight of MVR 1.8m Aid by Haa Dhaalu Atoll Council

An audit has found that the Haa Dhaalu Atoll Council failed to adequately monitor whether MVR 1.8 million in financial assistance provided to island councils was used in line with regulations. The 2024 Compliance Audit Report, released by the Audit Office, st...

Yashna 22 Jan 2026 7 reads

Ooredoo Business Partners with Highrise as Digital Partner for Food & Beverage Show 2026

Ooredoo Business has partnered with Highrise as the Digital Partner for the Food & Beverage Show 2026, connecting businesses to one of the Maldives’ largest platforms for the food and beverage industry. Now in its 9th edition, the Food & Beverage Sh...

Yashna 21 Jan 2026 4 reads

Purpose of some Haa Dhaalu Atoll Council study tours unclear: Audit Report

The "2024 Compliance Audit Report of the Haa Dhaalu Atoll Council" states that several trips conducted by the council under the guise of gaining experience had unclear objectives and were carried out in violation of government instructions to reduce state expe...

Yashna 21 Jan 2026 5 reads

Niyami Course conducted in Ihavandhoo concluded

The Niyami (Coastal Navigation) course conducted in HA. Ihavandhoo has concluded, and a closing ceremony has been held. This course was conducted as a joint collaboration between the Ihavandhoo Council and the Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF). The...

Yashna 21 Jan 2026 3 reads

STELCO dispatches gensets to 12 islands in preparation for peak season

State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) has commenced the dispatch of generator sets to 12 islands in preparation for the upcoming peak season and the month of Ramadan. This initiative is part of the company's annual efforts to maintain service quality duri...

Yashna 20 Jan 2026 7 reads

Ihavandhoo Council President Sobah submits form to contest election as an independent candidate

The current President of the Ihavandhoo Council, Ahmed Sobah, has submitted his application to the Elections Commission (EC) to contest for the presidency of the council in this year's local council elections. Sobah, who is serving the current term as a mem...

Yashna 20 Jan 2026 3 reads

Kulhudhuffushi Women's Development Committee Completes Construction of Beach Huts and Joali Seats

The Kulhudhuffushi City Women's Development Committee (WDC) has announced the completion of the beach huts and joali (traditional woven seats) project, stating that the huts are now ready for official opening. The WDC confirmed today that the developmen...

Yashna 20 Jan 2026 7 reads

STO seeks agents to sell 23 essential items in seven islands, including Dhidhdhoo and Ihavandhoo

STO (State Trading Organization) has announced that it is seeking agents to sell 23 types of essential food items, as determined by the company, across various islands. In this round, the opportunity is open to business owners in seven islands across the Maldi...

Yashna 20 Jan 2026 8 reads