Maldives unveils budget to focus on fiscal resilience

COLOMBO, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) -- The Maldivian government on Thursday unveiled a 4.2 billion U.S. dollar national budget for 2026, with a focus on managing debt obligations and strengthening long-term fiscal stability. A total of 603.1 million dollars...

Guardians of reef: Ayada Maldives leads marine preservation

Nestled within the pristine waters of the Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Ayada Maldives stands as a sanctuary for those who seek more than beauty, a place where the ocean’s rhythm shapes the soul of the island. Beyond the turquoise lagoons and gentle waves,...

Four Seasons Resort Maldives elevates wellness for the ultra-luxury traveller

It is the bluest of blues I have ever seen. Not the rich turquoise of the Andaman Sea that brings thrill-seeking holidayers to the beaches of Thailand. Or the deep sapphire of the Mediterranean, characteristic of destinations like Santorini or the...

Medical Students’ Perceptions of the Learning Environment in South Asia: A Systematic Review of Quantitative Studies

Introduction Over the past two decades, numerous policies and initiatives, such as curriculum reforms, faculty development programs, optimization of learning environments, the integration of technology-based learning, and accreditation systems,...

Tynwald members represent Isle of Man at Commonwealth climate forum

The event brought together parliamentarians from 16 nations, including delegates from the Bahamas, Belize, Cyprus, Kenya, Jersey, the Maldives, St Lucia, and Sri Lanka, to discuss how parliaments can support global climate action and environmental...

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru unites over 3,000 volunteers in Saafu Kuramaa Movement for cleaner, greener Maldives

As part of its 30th Anniversary campaign, Experience the Original Maldives in Barefoot Eco Sustainable Luxury, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru led the nationwide “Saafu Kuramaa” National Coastal Cleanup Day initiative, uniting over 3,000 volunteers from 32...

Dhiraagu’s solar initiative achieves 100% electricity offset for Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race 2025

The Dhiraagu Maldives Road Race (DMRR) 2025 marks a significant milestone in its journey toward sustainability by powering this year’s event with renewable energy. Through a grid-tied solar system that offset 100% of the event’s electricity...

How New Research Is Changing What We Know About The Great Hammerhead

The future of the great hammerhead depends on how we choose to coexist with the ocean that sustains us both. As we uncover more about its habits and habitats, we’re also confronted with uncomfortable questions about our relationship with the sea....

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands invites guests to Celestial Festive journey beyond horizon

As the year draws to a close, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands invites guests to embrace the wonder of the cosmos with Celestial Festive, an experience inspired by the mysteries and harmony of the universe. From December 22, 2025, to...

Inside .Here: Maldives’ new private resort looks to the GCC’s luxury travelers

Diana Farah As luxury tourism in the Maldives continues to expand, .Here, a new ultra-exclusive private resort in the UNESCO-protected Baa Atoll, is gearing up to attract visitors from Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region through personalized...

UPSC Issue at a Glance | Decoding Cyclones: Formation, Naming and Climate Change Linkages

UPSC Issue at a Glance is an initiative by UPSC Essentials aimed at streamlining your UPSC Current Affairs preparation for the prelims and mains examinations by focusing on issues making headlines. This week, we cover Cyclones from a broader...

Visit Maldives Gears Up for WTM London 2025, Reinforcing Presence at Premier Global Travel Events

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) will participate in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, the world’s leading travel and tourism trade event, to be held from 4 to 6 November 2025 at ExCeL London. The event will also mark the launch of the...

These are the loveliest all-inclusive hotels in the Maldives

This chain of pearly, palm-studded islands cascading for more than 500 miles through the bluer-than-blue Indian Ocean is known as one of the world’s most luxurious holiday destinations. Its opulent resorts, ravishing overwater villas,...

Army gearing up for multinational exercise amid land negotiations

As negotiations between the state and the Army continue over leased training lands, soldiers at Schofield Barracks are gearing up for a training exercise that have “thousands of participants” from across the Indo-Pacific training in both Hawaii...

Kinetic Green Tonino Lamborghini Appoints Electrify Maldives as the Official Distributor for Maldives, Unveils the electric luxury golf & lifestyle carts at TechEng 2025, the Maldives’ premier...

Kinetic Green Tonino Lamborghini Pvt Ltd is proud to announce the appointment of Electrify Maldives Pvt Ltd as the exclusive dealer for their electric golf and lifestyle carts in the Maldives. This strategic move stems from a distribution...

MALDIVES: ‘The government’s true motivation is to control the public narrative and silence dissent’

Interviews 24 October 2025 CIVICUS discusses Maldives’ new media bill with Naaif Ahmed, President of Maldives Journalists Association, a civil society organisation that promotes journalistic professional rights, supports local media and advocates...

Visit Maldives to reinforce international presence at WTM London 2025

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) will participate in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, the world’s leading travel and tourism trade event, to be held from 4 to 6 November 2025 at ExCeL London. The event will also mark the launch of the...

Constance Moofushi Maldives hosts exclusive wine experience with Creation Wines

Constance Moofushi Maldives has announced an exceptional wine journey this October, welcoming internationally celebrated winemakers Carolyn Martin and Glenn Martin of South Africa’s acclaimed Creation Wines. At Constance Hotels & Resorts,...

Maldives Poised for Record Arrivals as Year-End Travel Picks Up

Tourist arrivals to the Maldives have continued to grow steadily in the lead-up to the high season, with the country welcoming 1.79 million visitors as of 25 October 2025. According to the Ministry of Tourism and Environment’s latest statistics,...

TechEng 2025 Powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts Officially Opens in the Maldives

The Maldives’ first B2B technology and engineering exhibition for the hospitality industry commences at Central Park, Hulhumalé Hulhumalé, Maldives – 28 October 2025 — TechEng 2025 powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts officially opened today...