Maldives

Why an election result in Maldives is a shot in the arm for India

Recent times have seen relations between Maldives and India deteriorate. With Ibrahim Mohamed Solih now set to replace Abdulla Yameen, there may be a new dawn on the horizon.

Sep 24, 2018, 18:37 PM IST

Provincial results of Maldives elections show Ibrahim Mohamed Solih as winner

The Election Commission of Maldives has announced the provincial results of country’s presidential elections. Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, a member of Maldivian Democratic Party and joint candidate of opposition, has won the elections.

Sep 24, 2018, 12:20 PM IST

Opposition leader Solih tells supporters he won Maldives election

Maldives opposition leader Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, who fought a bitter election campaign against President Abdulla Yameen, said he won Sunday's presidential vote with a 16 percent margin after 92 percent of the votes had been counted.

Sep 24, 2018, 10:02 AM IST

India hails Maldives presidential election results, says democracy has won

India has hailed the Maldives for successful completion of presidential elections in the country, which has been won by Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.

Sep 24, 2018, 08:16 AM IST

Defending champions India beat Pakistan 3-1, storm into SAFF Suzuki Cup final

India on Wednesday eased past arch-rivals Pakistan 3-1 to storm into the final of the SAFF Suzuki Cup at the Bangabandhu National Stadium in Dhaka, Bangladesh. 

Sep 13, 2018, 10:47 AM IST

Air India flight stuck at Maldives Airport after mistakenly landing on non-operational runway

As per local media reports, flight AI263 was stranded at Male Velana International Airport in the Maldives.

Sep 07, 2018, 17:47 PM IST

Neha Dhupia flaunts her baby bump in these latest pics from Maldives

Angad confirmed Neha's pregnancy on social media with beautiful pictures of the duo.

Sep 07, 2018, 14:05 PM IST

US expresses concern over continued democratic backsliding in Maldives

"The United States is concerned about continued democratic backsliding in the Maldives, particularly as the country prepares for a presidential election on September 23," US State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert said.

Sep 07, 2018, 06:43 AM IST

Soha Ali Khan's latest pic with Inaaya Naumi Kemmu proves that beach vacay is their thing!

Taimur was born on December 20, 2016, while Soha and Kunal Kemmu were blessed with Inaaya on September 29, 2017.

Sep 06, 2018, 13:36 PM IST

Saif Ali Khan and Taimur's latest pic proves that Pataudi fam jam loves beachy holidays!

Just like cousin Taimur Ali Khan, Inaaya too has several fan clubs on her name.

Sep 04, 2018, 13:08 PM IST

Despite row over 'invade Maldives' tweet, Subramanian Swamy says India should protect its citizens

The Centre has already distanced itself from the controversy over Swamy's tweet on the Maldives.

Aug 28, 2018, 12:24 PM IST

Government distances itself from Subramanian Swamy's comments that India should 'invade' if polls rigged in Maldives

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Raveesh Kumar said, "The opinion expressed by Swamy in his tweet is personal. It does not reflect the views of the Government of India."

Aug 26, 2018, 19:35 PM IST

TV beauty Kishwer Merchantt's scorching Maldives pics are unmissable!

The actress is currently chilling in the beautiful locales of Maldives.

Jul 06, 2018, 13:32 PM IST

India takes up issue of work visas denial in Maldives, warns it can hit tourism

The sources told PTI that India was also engaged in talks with Maldives over the issue of stationing of two naval helicopters in that country.

Jul 04, 2018, 21:32 PM IST

2,000 Indians denied work visa by Maldives; MEA monitoring situation

MEA is believed to be monitoring the situation in the Maldives and collecting data about Indians who have lost their jobs in the Island nation.  

Jun 19, 2018, 12:18 PM IST

Maldives not hiring Indians, happens when foreign policy is about photo ops: Rahul Gandhi attacks Narendra Modi government

Maldives, once one of our closest allies & beneficiary of massive aid, is cancelling Indian work visas, tweeted Rahul Gandhi.

Jun 14, 2018, 21:55 PM IST

Former Maldives president Maumoon Abdul Gayoom, Chief Justice Abdulla Saeed sentenced to 19 months prison for obstruction of justice

The duo was found guilty after they were charged for refusing to hand over their mobile phones for a police investigation.

Jun 14, 2018, 10:57 AM IST

Maldives suffers diplomatic defeat in UNSC election

Many Maldivians had campaigned on social media against their country citing its human rights abuses and the suppression of democracy, which they said made it unfit to serve on the Council.

Jun 09, 2018, 10:14 AM IST

Maldives more inclined towards China: Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba

"The present government in Maldives is more inclined towards China. The constitution has been tweaked and some islands have been given to the Chinese for development."

May 24, 2018, 07:25 AM IST

AFC Cup 2018: Bengaluru FC go down 0-2 to New Radiant

The win for the Maldivian side leaves Group E tantalisingly poised as both teams sit on 10 points with two games to play.

Apr 25, 2018, 20:45 PM IST