Two Bangladeshis Return from the Maldives with Gold in Their Butts
Two Bangladeshi nationals travelling from the Maldives have been detained at Dhaka’s Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport after customs officials discovered gold concealed inside their rectums, with the seized items valued at approximately MVR 4.9 million.
Vilufushi Housing Points Published as Complaint Window Opens Until 10 November
The Housing Ministry has published applicant points for 100 government-built houses in Thaa Vilufushi, with complaints accepted only through the Hiyaavehi portal until 2pm on 10 November.
Malé Commercial Harbour Handles 14,525 TEUs in September as Thilafushi Port Move Nears
Malé Commercial Harbour moved 14,525 TEUs of containers and cleared more than 178,000 tonnes of freight in September, according to Maldives Ports Limited, as work continues on the new commercial port at Thilafushi.
Bill to Allow Home Schooling and Fix January School Year Start Goes to Parliament
A government-backed amendment to the Education Act would allow home schooling for some students and write a January start to the academic year into law. The bill completed its first reading in Parliament on Monday.
President Opens Maldives Expo 2026, the Country’s Largest Exhibition Yet
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has inaugurated Maldives Expo 2026 at Hulhumalé Central Park, where 430 participants are showing more than 4,400 products until 2 November.
Police Send Major Crimes Team to Investigate Funadhoo Harbour Fire
Police have sent a Major Crime Investigation team to Shaviyani Funadhoo to establish the cause of Sunday’s fuel shed fire, which sent 18 people to hospital and displaced dozens of residents.
Parliament Accepts Bill to Scrap 17 Percent GST on Foreign Travel Agents
Parliament has unanimously accepted a government bill to repeal the 17 percent GST on foreign travel agents, tour operators and booking platforms, less than a month after the tax took effect.
Addu to Become Maldives’ First SME Zone With Tax and Rent Concessions
President Muizzu has announced a three-year pilot making Addu City an SME zone from January 2027, alongside a higher GST threshold, duty-free raw materials and easier US dollar access for small businesses.
Fathimath Nahula’s ‘Majunoon’ Opens at Olympus Cinema
Majunoon, the latest feature from veteran filmmaker Fathimath Nahula, premiered at Olympus in Malé on 26 October, with evening screenings listed through 24 November.