Maldives
Island country in South Asia
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The Maldives, officially the Republic of Maldives, and historically known as the Maldive Islands, is a country and archipelagic state in South Asia in the Indian Ocean. The Maldives is southwest of Sri Lanka and India, about 750 kilometres from the Asian continent's mainland. The Maldives' chain of 26 atolls stretches across the equator from Ihavandhippolhu Atoll in the north to Addu Atoll in the south.
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'Rough patches' in ties resolved after India's troop pullout: MaleIndia and the Maldives have mended their relationship following the withdrawal of Indian troops from the archipelago. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu is scheduled for an official visit to India...IndiaTimes - Published | |
India, Maldives resolved 'rough patches, misunderstandings' in ties: Foreign minister ZameerIndia and Maldives have addressed early misunderstandings under the Muizzu-led government, which leans towards China. Maldivian Foreign minister Moosa Zameer noted improved relations, with Muizzu set..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Maldives president Muizzu to travel to India 'very soon'Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu plans to visit India soon, with dates yet to be finalized. This follows the resignation of two junior ministers who made derogatory comments about Prime Minister..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Indian worker dies in Maldives, 2nd death in last two monthsA 30-year-old Indian worker collapsed and died on the Sinamale' Bridge in Maldives during maintenance activity. This marks the second worksite accident involving an Indian national since May 3. The..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi sends Eid greetings to Maldives President, emphasises sacrifice and brotherhoodrime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm wishes to Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on the occasion of Eid Al-Adha. He emphasized the importance of "values of sacrifice, compassion and brotherhood,"..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Xi wishes Muizzu on his birthday; emphasises importance of strategic ties between China & MaldivesPresident Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's commitment to enhancing the strategic partnership with Maldives on President Muizzu's birthday. Ambassador Wang delivered a congratulatory letter from Xi,..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Maldives to review 3 India pacts inked by previous govtMaldives President Muizzu's visit to India led to a parliamentary inquiry in Maldives over agreements signed by his predecessor Solih, including hydrographic surveys, Uthuru Thilafalhu dockyard, and..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Nepal PM, Maldives president call on Prez Droupadi MurmuPresident Droupadi Murmu met with Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu and Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda' at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Murmu emphasized Nepal's importance under India's..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Union minister S Jaishankar meets Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu in DelhiUnion Minister Dr S Jaishankar meets Maldives President Dr Mohamed Muizzu in Delhi. They discuss collaboration between India and Maldives.IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi invites Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu for his oath-taking ceremonyPrime Minister Narendra Modi invited Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu to attend the swearing-in ceremony for his historic third consecutive term.IndiaTimes - Published | |
Maldives ban: Go to Indian beaches, Israel tells citizensIndiaTimes - Published | |
'Warmly welcomed...': Israel promotes Indian beaches after Maldives banned its nationalsLakshwadeep, Goa, the Andaman and Nicobar islands, and Kerala were among the beaches that were suggested.DNA - Published | |
Lakshadweep 2.0: Now, Israel promotes Indian archipelagos after Maldives bars Israeli citizensIndiaTimes - Published | Maldives announces ban on Israelis entering countryThe Maldives says it will ban the entry of Israelis amid public anger in the predominantly Muslim archipelago over the war in Gaza.Sky News - Published |
No proposal for FTA with Maldives: GovtIndiaTimes - Published | ‘No proposal made’: MEA rejects Maldives minister's claim on FTAThe ministry of external affairs (MEA) stated that the Indian government has not made any formal proposal for a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) with the Maldives. This announcement follows..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Further bolster...' : Maldives set to launch India's RuPay serviceAlthough no specific date has been announced for the launch, according to reports in Maldives, Saeed indicated the card would be "formally utilised for transactions denominated in rupees within..IndiaTimes - Published | India denies Maldives' accusation of 'unauthorised' naval chopper sortieIndian naval chopper accused of unauthorised sortie in Maldives, high commission in Male dismisses allegation. Indian aviation platforms in Maldives operate as per agreed procedures with due..IndiaTimes - Published |
India extends budgetary support of $50m to MaldivesIndia has extended budgetary support of 50 million dollars to the island nation following the recent visit of Maldives foreign minister Moosa Zameer. The support is in the form of a roll-over of 50..IndiaTimes - Published | India extends vital budgetary support to Maldives, latter thanks amid strained tiesMaldives receives USD 50 million budget support from India through a Treasury Bill rollover, acknowledging India's significant assistance in infrastructural projects and grants amidst strained..IndiaTimes - Published |
Our pilots not capable of flying aircraft given by India: MaldivesIndiaTimes - Published | India repatriates 76 military personnel from Maldives, replaces them with civilian employeesMaldives replaced 76 Indian military personnel with civilian employees from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited to operate gifted helicopters and platforms. Moosa Zameer, Maldives' foreign affairs minister,..IndiaTimes - Published |
India completely withdraws soldiers from Maldives: OfficialIndia has completed the withdrawal of all its soldiers from Maldives, as announced by the government ahead of the May 10 deadline set by President Mohamed Muizzu. Heena Waleed, the chief spokesperson..IndiaTimes - Published | Close ties with neighbours are of great value: MEA Jaishankar to Maldivian counterpartMinistry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed later in the day that the process of appointing “competent Indian technical personnel” to keep running these aviation platforms,..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Making sure this doesn't repeat...': Maldives minister over remarks on PM ModiMaldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer, who is on his first official visit to India, has distanced his government from the derogatory remarks made by some of its ministers against Prime Minister..DNA - Published | 'Looking forward to ...': Maldives foreign minister arrives in India amid strained tiesMoosa Zameer, the foreign minister of Maldives, has landed in India for his inaugural bilateral official visit during a period of tense relations between the two countries. Through a message on the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer arrives in India on official visitMinistry of External Affairs (MEA) also shared details of his arrival on X saying. "Warm welcome to FM @MoosaZameer of Maldives on his official visit to India. Discussions on bilateral & regional..IndiaTimes - Published | Maldives foreign minister Moosa Zameer aims to deepen 'longstanding partnership' with IndiaIndiaTimes - Published |
Hiring firm duped Barabanki engineer, forced him into menial job in MaldivesIndiaTimes - Published | India withdraws 51 military personnel from Maldives: Presidential spokesperson51 Indian soldiers withdrawn from the Maldives as part of the repatriation process ahead of President Mohamed Muizzu's May 10 deadline for complete Indian military personnel withdrawal from the..IndiaTimes - Published |
Maldives urges Indians to 'be part' of its tourismWith the number of Indian tourists visiting Maldives dwindling amidst strained bilateral ties, the nation's tourism minister on Monday urged Indians to contribute to the country's economy which is..IndiaTimes - Published | Maldives foreign minister likely to visit India next weekMaldives foreign minister Moosa Zameer's visit to India amid shifting alliances and strained relations. The visit holds geopolitical significance during the Indian elections. The visit will come around..IndiaTimes - Published |
India, Maldives hold talks to enhance trade cooperationIndia and Maldives strengthen economic ties through increased trade and export quotas, with India emerging as Maldives' top trade partner. Bilateral trade exceeded $500 million in 2022, showcasing..IndiaTimes - Published | Maldives' Sunday polls a test of Muizzu's India policy tooIndiaTimes - Published |
India imposes fresh port restrictions on export of essential commodities to MaldivesIndiaTimes - Published | Maldives in discussion with India to pay in local currency for imports: MinisterIndiaTimes - Published |
PM Narendra Modi extends wishes to Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on EidPM Modi sends warm wishes to Maldives President Muizzu and the people on Eid Al Fitr, highlighting cultural ties and values of compassion. Eid ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and start of a new..IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi greets Maldives President Muizzu on Eid; highlights civilisational linkagesIndiaTimes - Published |
Maldives thanks India for goods, EAM says 'neighbourhood first'India permits export of essential items to Maldives for 2024-25 fiscal year, strengthening bilateral ties. Maldives expresses gratitude for renewed quota under SAGAR agreement. India emphasizes..IndiaTimes - Published | Maldives thanks India for allowing export of certain quantities of essential commoditiesIndiaTimes - Published |
'Signifies longstanding friendship': Maldives foreign minister thanks India for allowing export of essential commoditiesMaldives FM thanked India for export support amid strained ties. Renewed quota for 2024-2025 symbolizes friendship. DGFT lifts export restrictions on essential items. High Commissioner announces unique..IndiaTimes - Published | Despite row, India allows essentials export to MaldivesIndia has approved the Maldives government's request to export essential items like sugar, wheat, rice, and onions for 2024-25, marking the highest quantities since 1981. This decision follows tensions..IndiaTimes - Published |
India approves highest-ever export quotas for essential commodities to Maldives amid tensionsLast year too, India continued to export rice, sugar and onions to the Maldives despite a worldwide ban on the export of these items from India.DNA - Published | India allows exports of essential goods to Maldives despite strained tiesIndia allows limited exports of essential commodities to Maldives to counter rising Chinese influence. Exports exempt from bans in 2024/25. Tensions rise as Maldives shifts towards Beijing under new..IndiaTimes - Published |
Maldives President says second batch of Indian troops to leave within AprilMaldives President Mohamed Muizzu on Wednesday said that Indian military troops stationed at the second aviation platform would be withdrawn "within the current month," with the entire process expected..IndiaTimes - Published | In 2014, India helped a parched Maldives. A decade on, China steps in with Tibet water1,500 tonnes of drinking water from Tibet's glaciers donated by China reached Maldives amid water shortage. Decision made during China's chairman's visit. Maldives plans to distribute clean water to..IndiaTimes - Published |
India & Maldives review troop pullout, discuss economic tiesIndian military personnel in the Maldives are being replaced by civilians for aviation platforms. Discussions between the countries cover deputation progress, upcoming personnel replacement deadlines,..IndiaTimes - Published | India, Maldives hold high-level core group meeting; discuss military operationsThe third meeting of the India-Maldives High Level Core Group focused on ongoing deployment of Indian technical personnel and bilateral cooperation. Discussions included providing humanitarian aid..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Turnaround has happened': First batch of Indian military personnel in Maldives replaced, says MEAIndiaTimes - Published | India slips 8 slots in graft index, ranked 93 along with LesothoIndia has tied with Maldives, Kazakhstan, and Lesotho to rank at 93 out of 180 countries on the Corruption Perception Index (CPI), 2023, an annual index, which was released on Tuesday by Transparency..IndiaTimes - Published |
