# maldives (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover maldives. Page: Feed: --- ## [“Check Boahiyaavahikan portal from tomorrow”: State Minister Nazim tells housing applicants](https://standard.mv/check-boahiyaavahikan-portal-from-tomorrow-state-minister-nazim-tells-housing-applicants/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=check-boahiyaavahikan-portal-from-tomorrow-state-minister-nazim-tells-housing-applicants) _2026-08-22 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ The Ministry of Housing, Land and Urban Development has urged applicants under the government’s “Housing for All” programme to regularly check the Boahiyaavahikan Portal, warning that applicants flagged during verification will have seven days to clarify discrepancies. A total of 58,585 applications for flats and land plots are currently undergoing verification after the application period \[…\] The… ## [President launches Falah Preschool website as school celebrates 50 years](https://standard.mv/president-launches-falah-preschool-website-as-school-celebrates-50-years/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-launches-falah-preschool-website-as-school-celebrates-50-years) _2026-08-22 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has launched the official website of Falah Preschool as the school marked its Golden Jubilee, celebrating 50 years since its establishment. The website was unveiled by the President during a special ceremony held to commemorate the milestone. The new platform will provide parents, students and the wider public with a dedicated \[…\] The post President launches Falah… ## [Cargo traffic grows at VIA with 26% surge in transshipments](https://standard.mv/cargo-traffic-grows-at-via-with-26-surge-in-transshipments/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cargo-traffic-grows-at-via-with-26-surge-in-transshipments) _2026-08-22 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ Velana International Airport (VIA) handled 18,457 tonnes of cargo during the second quarter of 2026, with a sharp increase in transshipment activity contributing to continued growth in the airport’s freight operations. Figures released by Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) show total cargo volumes between April and June increased by two percent compared with the first \[…\] The post Cargo… ## [Deep-sea desalination project planned as MWSC looks to boost water security](https://standard.mv/deep-sea-desalination-project-planned-as-mwsc-looks-to-boost-water-security/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=deep-sea-desalination-project-planned-as-mwsc-looks-to-boost-water-security) _2026-08-22 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ Malé Water and Sewerage Company (MWSC) is preparing to begin physical work on a new deep-sea desalination project by mid-2027, with plans to produce fresh water using seawater drawn from approximately 500 metres below the ocean surface. MWSC Managing Director Hussain Fahmy revealed details of the project while speaking on the Ahaashey Bunaanan programme, describing \[…\] The post Deep-sea… ## [MTCC revenue tops MVR 2.1 billion as company returns to profit](https://standard.mv/mtcc-revenue-tops-mvr-2-1-billion-as-company-returns-to-profit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mtcc-revenue-tops-mvr-2-1-billion-as-company-returns-to-profit) _2026-08-22 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) recorded MVR 2.1 billion in revenue and a net profit of MVR 42.03 million in 2025, recovering from a loss at the beginning of the year as stronger revenue and lower costs improved performance during the latter quarters. Financial statements published by the state-owned company show that MTCC ended \[…\] The post MTCC revenue tops MVR 2.1 billion as… ## [Maldives’ usable foreign reserves reach USD 222.5 million](https://standard.mv/maldives-usable-foreign-reserves-reach-usd-222-5-million/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=maldives-usable-foreign-reserves-reach-usd-222-5-million) _2026-08-22 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ The Maldives’ usable foreign reserves stood at USD 222.5 million at the end of July 2026, while total official reserve assets remained at USD 638 million, according to the latest figures from the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA). Central bank data show that the country’s gross foreign assets amounted to approximately USD 756.5 million at the \[…\] The post Maldives’ usable foreign reserves reach… ## [President Muizzu’s Housing for All pledge advances as verification begins for 57,000 applications](https://standard.mv/president-muizzus-housing-for-all-pledge-advances-as-verification-begins-for-57000-applications/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=president-muizzus-housing-for-all-pledge-advances-as-verification-begins-for-57000-applications) _2026-08-22 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ The Ministry of Housing, Land and Urban Development has begun verifying applications for flats and land plots in the Greater Malé Region under the government’s “Housing for All” programme, moving President Dr Mohamed Muizzu’s flagship housing pledge into its next administrative stage. More than 57,900 applications were submitted before the deadline, including over 35,900 applications \[…\] The post… ## [Final segment installed, connecting Malé and Villimalé by bridge](https://standard.mv/final-segment-installed-connecting-male-and-villimale-by-bridge/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=final-segment-installed-connecting-male-and-villimale-by-bridge) _2026-08-22 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ Malé and Villimalé have been physically linked under the Thilamalé Bridge project after the final structural segment connecting the two islands was successfully completed, marking a major milestone in one of the Maldives’ largest infrastructure projects. Indian contractor Afcons Infrastructure has completed the main bridge structure between Malé and Villimalé. The project will now move \[…\] The… ## [STELCO adds 360 kW generator to Dhiggaru power system](https://standard.mv/stelco-adds-360-kw-generator-to-dhiggaru-power-system/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stelco-adds-360-kw-generator-to-dhiggaru-power-system) _2026-08-21 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) has commissioned a new 360-kilowatt generator set in M. Dhiggaru, increasing the island’s electricity generation capacity. STELCO said the generator has been delivered, installed and successfully brought into operation as part of efforts to strengthen electricity services on the island. According to the company, the additional generation capacity will help… ## [Dollar blackmarket crackdown: MMA revokes Express Money Exchange licence](https://standard.mv/dollar-blackmarket-crackdown-mma-revokes-express-money-exchange-licence/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dollar-blackmarket-crackdown-mma-revokes-express-money-exchange-licence) _2026-08-20 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has revoked the money-changing licence of Express Money Exchange Private Limited after regulatory supervision found violations of the Money Changing Business Regulations. The decision, announced on Thursday, 20 August, comes as authorities strengthen oversight of the foreign exchange market and seek to curb unregulated dollar trading. The MMA did not \[…\] The… ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ro9XtcLvTY2J) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [BML joins ICIA 2026 as Platinum Partner to advance research in Maldives](https://standard.mv/bml-joins-icia-2026-as-platinum-partner-to-advance-research-in-maldives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bml-joins-icia-2026-as-platinum-partner-to-advance-research-in-maldives) _2026-08-20 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ Bank of Maldives (BML) has become a Platinum Partner of the 11th International Conference on Intellectual Advancement (ICIA 2026), the flagship annual research conference organised by the Islamic University of Maldives (IUM). The main conference will take place from August 30 to 31, bringing together scholars, researchers, students, practitioners and policymakers for academic dialogue, research… ## [Inguraidhoo power capacity rises to 2,200 kW with new 800 kW generator](https://standard.mv/inguraidhoo-power-capacity-rises-to-2200-kw-with-new-800-kw-generator/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=inguraidhoo-power-capacity-rises-to-2200-kw-with-new-800-kw-generator) _2026-08-20 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ Electricity generation capacity in R. Inguraidhoo is set to nearly double following the delivery of a new 800 kW generator, as Fenaka Corporation moves to strengthen the island’s power supply. The new generator has already been transported to Inguraidhoo, with installation work currently underway at the island’s powerhouse. Fenaka said the work is expected to \[…\] The post Inguraidhoo power… ## [MMA seeks feedback on two new financial sector regulations](https://standard.mv/mma-seeks-feedback-on-two-new-financial-sector-regulations/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mma-seeks-feedback-on-two-new-financial-sector-regulations) _2026-08-20 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has opened public consultation on two proposed regulations covering consumer protection in the financial sector and customer identification requirements for financial institutions. The central bank is seeking comments on the draft Financial Consumer Protection Regulation and the Simplified and Electronic Customer Due Diligence Regulation. Members of the public… ## [STO launches ‘Salhiey Makita’ promotion with MVR 50,000 grand prize](https://standard.mv/sto-launches-salhiey-makita-promotion-with-mvr-50000-grand-prize/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sto-launches-salhiey-makita-promotion-with-mvr-50000-grand-prize) _2026-08-20 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ State Trading Organization (STO) Construction Solutions has launched its annual “Salhiey Makita” promotion, offering customers the chance to win an MVR 50,000 grand prize alongside weekly rewards and discounts of up to 50% on selected Makita products. The month-long promotion will run until September 20, with customers receiving one lucky draw coupon for every purchase \[…\] The post STO launches… ## [MTCC moves to revive long-awaited Hiyaa housing project for employees](https://standard.mv/mtcc-moves-to-revive-long-awaited-hiyaa-housing-project-for-employees/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mtcc-moves-to-revive-long-awaited-hiyaa-housing-project-for-employees) _2026-08-20 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ Maldives Transport and Contracting Company (MTCC) has begun discussions with Housing Development Corporation (HDC) to secure land for the revival of its long-awaited Hiyaa staff housing project, nearly a decade after the original scheme was announced. Senior officials from the two state-owned companies met this week to discuss the allocation of land required to move \[…\] The post MTCC moves to… ## [STO brings GE HealthCare’s portable ultrasound technology to Maldives](https://standard.mv/sto-brings-ge-healthcares-portable-ultrasound-technology-to-maldives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sto-brings-ge-healthcares-portable-ultrasound-technology-to-maldives) _2026-08-20 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ State Trading Organisation (STO) has introduced GE HealthCare’s Vscan portable ultrasound devices to the Maldivian market, offering healthcare providers a more mobile approach to diagnostic imaging that could expand access to ultrasound services across the islands. The devices were officially unveiled at a ceremony held at Hotel Jen by STO Chief Executive Officer and Managing \[…\] The post STO… ## [HDC posts MVR 2.01 billion profit as Auditor General issues clean audit opinion](https://standard.mv/hdc-posts-mvr-2-01-billion-profit-as-auditor-general-issues-clean-audit-opinion/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hdc-posts-mvr-2-01-billion-profit-as-auditor-general-issues-clean-audit-opinion) _2026-08-20 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ Housing Development Corporation (HDC) recorded a net profit of MVR 2.01 billion in 2024, as the Auditor General issued an unqualified opinion on the state-owned company’s financial statements for the year. The Auditor General’s Office published HDC’s 2024 financial statement audit on July 16, 2026. An unqualified opinion indicates that the audited financial statements were \[…\] The post HDC posts… ## [Sri Lanka tops the world in positive views of India, Pew survey finds](https://standard.mv/sri-lanka-tops-the-world-in-positive-views-of-india-pew-survey-finds/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sri-lanka-tops-the-world-in-positive-views-of-india-pew-survey-finds) _2026-08-19 · Ahmed Ashraf · The Standard Maldives_ Sri Lanka has emerged as the country with the most favourable view of India, while Pakistan sits at the opposite end of the spectrum, according to a new Pew Research Center survey spanning 36 countries. The survey, conducted between February and May 2026 among more than 42,000 people, found that India maintains a slightly more \[…\] The post Sri Lanka tops the world in positive views of India, Pew… ## [Black market dollar sellers could face MVR 1 million fines under new law](https://standard.mv/black-market-dollar-sellers-could-face-mvr-1-million-fines-under-new-law/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=black-market-dollar-sellers-could-face-mvr-1-million-fines-under-new-law) _2026-08-19 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ Individuals caught buying or selling US dollars and other foreign currencies outside the official exchange rate could face fines of up to MVR 1 million under amendments to the Foreign Currency Act approved by Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee. The committee passed the amended bill by a majority vote on Wednesday after it was recommitted for \[…\] The post Black market dollar sellers could face… ## [Follow Releases, Get Reminders (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/GbgOTlPCYJY0) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Follow a genre or a name and receive reminders on release day — free. ## [Maldives and Russia agree to increase flight frequencies as tourism ties expand](https://standard.mv/maldives-and-russia-agree-to-increase-flight-frequencies-as-tourism-ties-expand/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=maldives-and-russia-agree-to-increase-flight-frequencies-as-tourism-ties-expand) _2026-08-19 · Hussain Shinan · The Standard Maldives_ The Maldives and Russia have agreed to increase flight frequencies operated by Russian airlines, as the two countries seek to strengthen air connectivity and support further growth in tourist arrivals from one of the Maldives’ largest source markets. Tourism and Civil Aviation Minister Mohamed Ameen announced the development following talks with Russian State Secretary and \[…\] The post Maldives…