Maldivian appoints AVIAREPS as General Sales Agent for South India

Maldivian, the national carrier of the Maldives, has appointed AVIAREPS India as its official General Sales Agent (GSA) for South India. The appointment underlines the airline’s focus on the Indian market, particularly South India, which serves as...

Maldivian plans expansion to more Indian cities

Focusing on the Indian market for leisure and business travel, Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, is exploring ways to enhance its connectivity to more Indian cities. Destinations such as Bangalore and Delhi are in the pipeline, and...

Veligandu Maldives crowned Alif Alif Zone champions in Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025

The Tekkers Dhiraagu Resort Cup 2025 Alif Alif Zone concluded on 1 October 2025 with a tense final hosted at Kuramathi Maldives. After a goalless draw in regular time, Veligandu Maldives emerged victorious in a dramatic penalty shootout, defeating...

Deadline Extended for Maldives MSME Awards 2025 Submissions

The Business Center Corporation (BCC), in partnership with the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade, has extended the deadline for applications to the Maldives MSME Awards 2025. Small and medium enterprises now have until October 9 at 23:59...

Philippines edge out Maldives in night of high drama at AFC Challenge Cup

Male, Maldives // If the Philippines keep winning at this rate, they could soon run out of payback to seek. Tuesday’s 3-2 win after extra time against the Maldives not only sent the Azkals to the AFC Challenge Cup final, it provided a measure of...

.Here Baa Atoll Maldives appoints Mohamed Nadheem as Senior Luxury Sales Manager

New ultra luxury private island, .Here Baa Atoll Maldives has expanded its in-house sales team with the appointment of Mohamed Nadheem as Senior Luxury Sales Manager. Joining from luxury travel agent Ryoko Maldives, Nadheem brings a wealth of...

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort promotes Nika Kim to Director of Commercial

InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has announced the promotion of Nika Kim to Director of Commercial, effective September 2025. Nika brings over nine years of experience in luxury tourism and hospitality, with a strong record of driving...

Milaidhoo Maldives Celebrates International Chefs Day with a Culinary Journey,

The evening begins with a guided tour of the Chef’s Garden, where guests can explore the bountiful herbs, fruits and vegetables that are grown right here on the island. It’s a chance to see firsthand how Milaidhoo embraces fresh, local ingredients...

Iran's foreign minister urges Sri Lanka and Maldives to oppose US sanctions

Ambassador Alireza Delkhosh quoted Araghchi as saying, “We must support international law. This is not only about Iran, it is about the dignity of international law.” He said the minister warned, “Today Iran is the target, tomorrow it may be South...

Nurturing family experiences: JOALI Maldives’ Mariyam Hana on crafting experiences for younger guests

In JOALI Maldives, Mariyam Hana leads the Kids Club with a vision shaped by both professional experience and personal conviction. With a career that has taken her from front office operations to managing one of the most distinctive family...

Maldivian partners with AVIAREPS India

NEW DELHI, India, 3 October 2025: Maldivian, the national airline of the Maldives, has appointed AVIAREPS India as its official General Sales Agent (GSA) for South India, reinforcing its commitment to the Indian market and strengthening trade...

Soneva Resorts in the Maldives: Barefoot luxury with purpose

Few names in luxury travel carry the same weight as Soneva. Established by Eva and Sonu Shivdasani, the brand has become synonymous with barefoot luxury in the Maldives – not just for its iconic overwater villas and desert-island ambience, but for...

President pledges to clear all pending payments to Maldivian businesses in 5 weeks

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has pledged to resolve long-standing concerns of unpaid dues owed to Maldivian businesses, announcing that all pending payments will be settled within the next five weeks. The announcement was made tonight in a post...

Maldivian president values Chinese friendship and exchanges while addressing reception

President of the Maldives Mohamed Muizzu and his wife Sajidha Mohamed attend the Reception Celebrating the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China and the Mid-Autumn Festival on Sept 30 in Male, the capital. [Photo...

InterContinental Maldives Unveils 2025–26 Atlantis Festive Program

No need to wait for the next "Avatar" movie to go under the sea in a big-picture spectacle — ok, you won't be going under the sea, but it will be close enough and very decadent. InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort is going big for the...

SDFC Launches New Financing Scheme for Women Entrepreneurs in Maldives

The SME Development Finance Corporation (SDFC) has announced the launch of a new Financing Scheme for Women Entrepreneurs, scheduled to open in November 2025. The initiative aims to empower women to step into entrepreneurship by offering...

Maldives condemns Israel’s interception of Global Sumud Flotilla

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has strongly condemned Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla, a civilian maritime mission carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza. In a statement on his official X account, the President said, Strongly condemn...

Maldives condemns Israel’s storming of Gaza flotilla

Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu strongly condemned Israel on Thursday, after it intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, as the unarmed civilian vessels carrying vital humanitarian aid neared the coast of Gaza. The...

Shangri-La Maldives Resort Set to Reopen

Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives — Photo by Shangri-La Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is delighted to announce the reopening of Shangri-La Villingili Resort & Spa, an iconic destination that epitomises luxury, natural beauty, and...

Le Méridien Maldives unveils Parisian-inspired festive celebrations for 2025

This festive season, Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa will welcome guests to a holiday experience shaped by the brand’s signature celebration, La Fête by Le Méridien. Framed by the turquoise waters and white sands of Lhaviyani Atoll, the resort’s...