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State Budget 2027: MVR 59.7 billion proposed

At today's parliament sitting, Finance Minister Hassan Zareer submitted the proposed State Budget for 2027, totalling MVR 59.7 billion, equivalent to 46.1 percent of the country's GDP.

29 Oct 2026

Mariyath Mohamed

STO’s posts profit of MVR 281 million in third quarter

The company said the increase was mainly driven by restructuring in its medical segment and an overall reduction in other expenses.

29 Oct 2026

Malika Shahid

Search on for Maldivian man missing in India

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to contact 9129561 via Viber or WhatsApp.

29 Oct 2026

Malika Shahid

Media Commission urges public to avoid personal attacks

The commission said harassment and intimidation of journalists, who serve as the fourth pillar of democracy, were unacceptable.

29 Oct 2026

Malika Shahid

No tax hikes next year: Finance Minister

Minister Zareer said that next year, State revenue will be increased through improving the efficiency of the tax system. Tax-related loopholes will be identified and shut down, and enforcement of laws and regulations will be strengthened, he said.

29 Oct 2026

Mariyath Mohamed

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Maldives Expo 2026

Hulhumale' - October 28, 2026: The "Maldives Expo" with thousands of local products: 4,404 products from 419 participants are displayed at the expo. This is an 84 percent increase over last year. -- Photo:Fayaz Moosa

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Dhiraagu offers prizes and games at Maldives Expo

Dhiraagu is offering visitors to the Maldives Expo 2026 a range of promotional offers, prize draws and gaming activities through its experience stall at the event.

29 Oct 2026

Mariyath Mohamed