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 · Apr 25, 2024
‘Absolute power’: After pro-China Maldives leader’s big win, what’s next? Muizzu’s party wins huge mandate in parliamentary polls. Will Beijing now step in to alleviate Maldives’ economic woes? Al Jazeera · Apr 24, 2024
Maldives President's Party Sweeps Parliamentary Elections President Muizzu's party wins big in Maldives elections, signaling a shift in regional geopolitics. Top News · Apr 22, 2024
Morning Digest | Congress accuses PM Modi of ‘hate speech’; Maldives President Muizzu’s party secures big win in parliamentary polls, and more The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on April 22, 2024 The Hindu · Apr 22, 2024
Maldives votes in parliamentary elections amid India-China rivalry Vote is being keenly watched by India and China as they vie for influence in the island nation. Al Jazeera · Apr 21, 2024
Maldives Parliamentary Elections: Key Players, Strategic Influence At Stake Parliamentary elections in the Maldives reflect President Muizzu's pro-China stance amid India-China rivalry and strained relations with India over derogat... Top News · Apr 21, 2024
Maldives Votes In The Shadow Of India-China Rivalry The Maldives votes Sunday in a parliamentary election likely to test President Mohamed Muizzu's tilt towards China and away from India, the luxury tourism hotspot's traditional benefactor. International Business Times · Apr 20, 2024
Maldives to hold road shows in India to woo tourists back Maldives to woo indian tourists back after diplomatic fallout between the two countries. The Hindu · Apr 12, 2024
British Airways stewardess ordered home after drunken row at £2,000-a-night Maldives hotel British Airways is investigating after a stewardess was ordered home following a drunken altercation at a £2,000-a-night hotel in the Maldives. Evening Standard · Apr 8, 2024
Maldives thanks India for allowing export of certain quantities of essential commodities India renews quota for Maldives, signifies strong bilateral friendship, commitment to expand trade, and commerce, highest quantities since 1981. The Hindu · Apr 6, 2024
India removes export curbs on specified quantity of onions, rice, wheat flour, sugar for Maldives India allows limited exports of essential commodities to Maldives amid rising Chinese influence, exempting restrictions for 2024/25. The Hindu · Apr 5, 2024
Explore healthy corals at Helengeli in the Maldives Escape to luxury on Helengeli Island in the Maldives, surrounded by healthy corals, sea turtles, and reef sharks. The Hindu · Mar 25, 2024
Morning Digest | Russia says 60 dead in concert attack in Moscow, Islamic State claims responsibility; Maldives Prez seeks debt relief from India amid strained ties, and more The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 23, 2024. The Hindu · Mar 23, 2024
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu seeks debt relief from India amid tensions Maldives President shifts from anti-India stance, seeks debt relief, and emphasizes India as closest ally. The Hindu · Mar 23, 2024
The Hindu · Mar 18, 2024 All eyes are now on the Indian Ocean region Both the Western Indian Ocean and the Northern Indian Ocean have become active geographies again
The Hindu · Mar 17, 2024 Maldives Presient Muizzu says surveillance of his country’s territory should not concern any “external parties” Maldives President boosts defence forces, deploys drones, emphasizes sovereignty, and reviews agreements with India.
The Hindu · Mar 13, 2024 Morning Digest | Centre says CAA won’t impact citizenship of Indian Muslims; Indian troops begin withdrawal from Maldives, and more The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on March 13, 2024
Al Jazeera · Mar 12, 2024 India troops begin Maldives pullout after pro-China leader’s order: Reports The two countries agreed to a withdrawal of 89 Indian soldiers and their support staff from the nation by May 10.
The Hindu · Mar 11, 2024 Destination Maldives: tourism undeterred amid diplomatic tussles On March 1, Maldives came a tad closer to India with the launch of Manta Air’s direct commercial flight from Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International airport to Dhaalu airport in the pristine island nation. It was welcomed by the Indian Hhigh Ccommission’s first secretary Kiran Khatri among other officials.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 7, 2024 ‘Big bullies’: Maldives turns away from India as China woos it with aid Defence deal signed by islands’ pro-Beijing president has ignited a row with powerful neighbour and benefactor
Top News · Mar 6, 2024 India Establishes Naval Base Near Maldives Amid Tense Relations India inaugurates new naval base near Maldives to enhance maritime security and counter Chinese influence in the region.
International Business Times · Mar 5, 2024 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.
The Hindu · Mar 3, 2024 Indian Navy to open strategic base near Maldives Indian Navy strengthens presence near Maldives with new base on Lakshadweep islands to counter China's influence, boost security operations.
The Hindu · Mar 1, 2024 Morning Digest | First technical team from India arrives in Maldives; Massive fire kills 43 in Dhaka, and more From the team of Indian technical personnel arriving in Maldives to replace military troops to a fire that killed 43 people in Dhaka, here is a select list of stories to start the day on March 1, 2024
The Hindu · Feb 29, 2024 First technical team from India arrives in Maldives India-Maldives diplomatic row: External Affairs Ministry confirms that a technical team will replace Indian military troops operating advanced light helicopters and other aircraft for the Maldives, marking a climbdown by New Delhi