Maldives

Maldives FM Abdulla Shahid thanks India for $250mn support to deal with COVID-19

Maldives is the only country to which India has provided such assistance to deal with COVID's economic impact.

Sep 30, 2020, 00:01 AM IST

Colossal milestone, says Maldives Defence Minister as India delivers Dornier surveillance aircraft as gift

The aircraft will help the country in Maritime & exclusive economic zone (EEZ) surveillance, humanitarian assistance, disaster and medical Relief.

Sep 29, 2020, 21:21 PM IST

India, Maldives get connected by ferry service; opens vast Indian market for Maldivian exporters

The Cargo Ferry Vessel MCP Linz operated by the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) will connect the Indian and Maldivian ports.

Sep 21, 2020, 15:32 PM IST

India extends USD 250 million loan 'without conditions' to Maldives to overcome COVID-19 economic impact

The Indian mission in the Maldives said in a statement, "The budgetary support of USD 250 million is extended without conditions."

Sep 20, 2020, 17:20 PM IST

US signs defence cooperation deal with Maldives amidst China's growing presence in Indian Ocean

Both sides reiterated their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific that promotes the security and prosperity of all nations in the region, the Pentagon said.

Sep 12, 2020, 15:41 PM IST

India announces largest infra project worth USD 500 million, cargo service in Maldives

An air travel bubble between the two countries will become operational from August 18.

Aug 14, 2020, 06:46 AM IST

India announces USD 250 million financial support for Maldives

India has announced USD 250 million support to the Maldives through a soft loan arrangement. It was announced by the External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar.

Aug 13, 2020, 13:25 PM IST

India speeds up connectivity projects with Maldives, Bhutan and Bangladesh

India is working fast on regional connectivity projects in South Asian countries of Maldives, Bhutan and Bangladesh with the focus of generating employment and faster movement of people and goods.

Jul 17, 2020, 19:29 PM IST

Maldives to open borders on July 15 after almost four months of closure due to COVID-19

Guesthouses are expected to resume business in August.

Jun 24, 2020, 00:00 AM IST

Pakistan's offensive against India continues after failing to discredit New Delhi in OIC

In a recently organized virtual meeting of OIC envoys, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Maldives together thwarted Pakistan's bid to target India on the pretext of Islamophobia.

May 27, 2020, 16:19 PM IST

Maldives defends India at OIC meet, says singling out India over Islamophobia is incorrect

Maldives said that India is the largest democracy in the world and home to over 200 million Muslims, alleging Islamophobia would be factually incorrect and detrimental to religious harmony in South Asia.

May 22, 2020, 06:57 AM IST

Mission SAGAR: Indian Naval Ship Kesari carrying 580 tonnes of essential food items reaches Maldives

`Mission Sagar` is inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi`s vision of SAGAR -- Security and Growth for All in the Region.

May 12, 2020, 15:13 PM IST

Bikini-clad Urvashi Rautela's breakfast in pool video from her Maldives vacay is breaking the internet!

Urvashi Rautela can be seen chilling in the pool, clad in a sizzling bikini.

Apr 09, 2020, 09:01 AM IST

In quarantine, Urvashi Rautela shares unseen throwback video from Maldives when she soared the temperature - Watch

Urvashi Rautela posted the video on Instagram recently.

Mar 24, 2020, 10:32 AM IST

Bollywood News: Sara Ali Khan trolled for bikini pose with brother Ibrahim

Most fans on social media who have raised objection over the photograph don't seem to have a problem with her beachwear, but they appear confused about the pose that the actress has struck with her brother.

Mar 06, 2020, 10:38 AM IST

Grateful to India for evacuating our nationals: Maldives' Defence Minister Mariya

The Maldives is very grateful to India for evacuating seven Maldivians from coronavirus-hit Wuhan province in China, Defense Minister Mariya Didi said on Friday.

Feb 07, 2020, 17:11 PM IST