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Sexual abuse suspect Sunny Umar remanded pending trial’s end

Criminal Court, on Friday, has remanded Dr. Hussain Sunny Umar, G. Maavani, who is accused of sexual abuse, in custody pending the outcome of...

MQA raises alarm over illegal online programs and recurring fake certificate cases

The Maldives Qualifications Authority (MQA) has warned that it will not recognise certificates issued by online programs being conducted without proper approval. In an announcement issued Tuesday,...

A week after Hulhumale’ stabbing, another fight between brothers reported in Male’

A week after a stabbing incident between two brothers in Hulhumale', police have responded to a similar case in Male' involving two brothers. Police said...

Two arrested for smuggling 40 kg of hashish oil concealed in chocolate syrup bottles

Two men have been arrested for attempting to smuggle hashish oil by sea using chocolate syrup bottles, authorities confirmed on Sunday. The suspects are Ahmed...

Counting halted in Mahchangolhi North PNC primary after allegations of fake votes

Vote counting in the Mahchangolhi North constituency was halted on Saturday after allegations of fake votes surfaced during the People’s National Congress (PNC) primary...

Court order to find and present Manday as he fails to attend hearing

Criminal Court has ordered the Maldives Police Service to locate and present Hassan Mamdhooh (Manday), who is facing more than 100 fraud-related charges, after...

Customs seize 40 kg of hashish oil worth MVR 30 million hidden in chocolate syrup bottles

Maldives Customs has seized 40 kilograms of hashish oil concealed inside bottles labeled as chocolate syrup, with an estimated street value of MVR 30...

Woman and man in their 50s arrested with 32 grams of drugs in Hulhumale’ Hiyaa flat

A woman and a man in their 50s were arrested on Monday on suspicion of drug trafficking. Police said a 57‑year‑old woman and a 52‑year‑old...

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