Call for Expressions of Interest for the Pafos (Kissonerga) Marine Development Project in Cyprus

The Deputy Ministry of Tourism of the Republic of Cyprus is pleased to announce the official launch of the competitive tender process for the long-term DBFOT type concession of the Pafos (Kissonerga) Marine Development Project. This landmark...

Motorized Vessels Banned in Hulhumalé Channel

The Housing Development Corporation (HDC) has announced that motorized vessels will be prohibited in the Hulhumalé Channel, the waterway between Hulhumalé Phase 1 and Phase 2. The restriction takes effect this Friday. The move is intended to...

MMC writes to President asking not to ratify media bill

The 20th Parliament, which has a clear majority of the ruling People’s National Congress (PNC), passed the media bill on Tuesday, and the Maldives Media Council has sent a letter to President Dr Mohamed Muizzu on Wednesday, asking him to not...

Sharjah International Narrator Forum to host 120 storytellers from across globe

Sharjah will host storytellers from around the world for the 25th edition of the Sharjah International Narrator Forum (SINF), taking place on 22nd September and marking its silver jubilee under the theme Tales of Travellers. The five-day edition...

The Limits of Rapprochement Between India and China

Those expecting a solid rapprochement between India and China may be misreading the situation, as structural frictions between the two countries endure. Among these, the unresolved border dispute remains at the core of their mistrust. India and...

Sri Lanka’s digital leap forward comes under spotlight at Disrupt Asia 2025

President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who also serves as the Digital Economy Minister touring the Startup Showcase held parallel to Disrupt Asia 2025 yesterday By Charumini de Silva Sri Lanka’s digital ambitions took centre stage yesterday, as...

Merck Foundation CEO meets the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and 13 First Ladies of Africa and Asia at the 7th edition of MFFLI Summit

BusinessWire India Abuja [Nigeria] / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 19: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It...

Symphony of the Island: Festive Celebrations at Sirru Fen Fushi

This festive season, Sirru Fen Fushi – Private Lagoon Resort, nestled in Shaviyani Atoll of the Maldives, is transforming into a stage for award-winning talent spanning All-Star Band, Michelin-starred gastronomy, Football World Cup Champion,...

The Nautilus Foundation gifts study room, playground to Dh. Amaan Veshi Children’s Centre

The Nautilus Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Family and Social Development, has donated a new study room and turf playground to the Dh. Amaan Veshi Children’s Service Centre. The facilities include a fully equipped study room...

Business News | Merck Foundation CEO Meets the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and 13 First Ladies of Africa and Asia at the 7th Edition of MFFLI Summit

BusinessWire India Abuja [Nigeria] / Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], September 19: Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It...

MMC urges President to reject media bill threatening press freedom

The Maldives Media Council (MMC), the statutory custodian of newspapers, has expressed grave concern over the recently passed Maldives Media and Broadcasting Regulation Bill, warning that if ratified by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, it will...

Love Island’s Genny Shawcross Posts Bikini Selfies On Instagram

Genny Shawcross is a successful travel influencer and reality star. She’s known for appearing on the third season of Love Island and Netflix’s Mix/Match. These appearances have given her a large following on Instagram. Genny shares a lot of bikini...

Top 10 Affordable Honeymoon Destinations for Indian Couples

Planning a honeymoon is just as exciting as planning a wedding. After all the celebrations and rituals, every couple looks forward to a memorable escape that is romantic yet affordable. Fortunately, several stunning international destinations near...

Plasticdweep: Lakshadweep’s paradise buried under 4,000 tonnes of waste

In the first week of September 2025, northern Minicoy island in Lakshadweep woke up to a scene that felt apocalyptic. Black, noxious clouds mushroomed above the horizon, blotting out the turquoise sky and suffocating residents even 200 metres...

UN General Assembly faces horror of Gaza, Trump’s return and a crisis of relevance

Dozens of world leaders are set to descend on New York for the 80th UN General Assembly, convening under a cloud of geopolitical upheaval. Diplomats are already bracing for Gaza to dominate the agenda, while momentous changes in Syria and Israel's...

Kickstart Your Career: BML Launches Expanded 2025 Internship Program with TechStart Opportunities

Bank of Maldives (BML) has opened applications for its annual internship program, offering young Maldivians the chance to gain practical experience in the financial sector. Applications will be accepted online until 30th September 2025. The...

Talk to Rannamaari This September Through Ooredoo’s AI Chatbot

Ooredoo Maldives has unveiled Rannamaari, one of the most feared figures in Maldivian folklore, as the featured character for September in its innovative Ooredoo Calendar 2025. Customers can now interact with the legendary sea demon through...

How Gen Z protests are spreading revolution across Asia

The streets of Kathmandu are marked by the signs of revolution. The stains of crusted blood on the pavement being washed away by the late monsoon rains; crushed china inside the ransacked residences of politicians; the stench of smoke from torched...

Managing a well-living island: Graeme Freeman on balancing joyful transformation at JOALI BEING

Graeme Freeman, General Manager of JOALI BEING, oversees a truly unique destination in the Maldives, a well-living island dedicated to guiding guests on a journey of joyful transformation. Rooted in the resort’s signature Four Pillars of Mind,...

China’s ‘Trump’ card

NEW YORK — Don’t mistake the photos of Chinese President Xi Jinping alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at Beijing’s recent Victory Day parade for a new world order. Xi is in no position to lead one. But...