Oblu Nature Helengeli by Sentido, Maldives hotel review

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This Maldives resort has a vibrant house coral reef for snorkelling

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Police conduct op in Huraa to recover stolen USD

The police have launched a major operation in K. Huraa in connection to a heist at the Velana International Airport on Monday, in which masked robbers snatched a suitcase full of money from bank staff. The crime, which sent shockwaves around the...

Vice-President of Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva attended Flagship Climate Dialogue in London

London, October 8, AZERTAC A Flagship Climate Dialogue on “Sea Level Fluctuations and Unequal Consequences: Case Studies from the Caspian Sea and Small Island Developing States (SIDS)” was held at the historic Marlborough House in London, UK. The...

World News | India, Maldives Hold Talks to Boost Defence Cooperation and Regional Security

Male [Maldives], October 7 (ANI): Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh called on Maldives Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Khaleel during his official visit to the island nation today, the Ministry of Defence said in a post on X. "Defence...

Hotel Asia Maldives 2025: Where hospitality meets innovation

In the Maldives, tourism isn’t just an industry—it’s the heartbeat of the nation. And every year, Hotel Asia Maldives brings the world of hospitality together right here in paradise. This is more than just an exhibition. It’s where global...

Vice-President of Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva attends Flagship Climate Dialogue in London

A Flagship Climate Dialogue entitled “Sea Level Fluctuations and Unequal Consequences: Case Studies from the Caspian Sea and Small Island Developing States (SIDS)” was held at the historic Marlborough Palace in London, UK, Azernews reports. The...

2026 budget to prioritize healthcare investment

President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has announced that the health sector will be the top priority in the 2026 state budget, which is set to be submitted to Parliament this week. Speaking in Lhaviyani Atoll Naifaru on Monday evening, the President said the...

Bank of Maldives to Open New Branch in Maamigili

Bank of Maldives (BML) has announced the expansion of its services in ADh. Maamigili with the groundbreaking ceremony for a new branch, marking another step in the Bank’s continued efforts to enhance financial accessibility across the nation. The...

India, Maldives hold talks to boost defence cooperation and regional security

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh called on Maldives Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Khaleel during his official visit to the island nation today, the Ministry of Defence said in a post on X. “Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh called on...

ATM 2026 to focus on ultra-luxury travel shaped by technology and personalised experiences

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 will deepen its focus on the accelerating ultra-luxury travel segment as technology, sustainability and hyper-personalisation reshape expectations among high-spending travellers in the...

From booking to post-stay: Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2025 panel to examine future of digital hospitality

Hotelier Maldives, the leading hospitality media group in Maldives, has announced an insightful panel discussion for the ninth edition of the General Managers (GM) Forum, scheduled to take place at Kurumba Maldives on 13 October 2025. The newly...

'Hajj obstruction has no obstructions to enter tourism'

Economic Minister Mohamed Saeed, on Tuesday, remarked that is no obstruction for Maldives Hajj Corporation to engage in the guesthouse business. North Galolhu MP Mohamed Ibrahim (Kudoo) inquired from the Minister whether the government has taken...

Is the Maldives sinking? Ramon Magsaysay Awards Foundation highlights Shaahina Ali’s fight for conservation

Plastic pollution is a threat to marine ecosystems. In the Maldives, one woman leads the fight against it. Read on to learn more about Ramon Magsaysay awardee Shaahina Ali It is truly a privilege of a lifetime to step on the shores of Maldives....

Ministry: 41 children self-reported abuse in September

In September, 41 cases of child abuse were self-reported by children themselves, according to data released by the Ministry of Social and Family Development. The ministry recorded a total of 241 child-related cases during the month. Of the 1,770...

Ride Maldives appointed as Internet Partner for TechEng 2025

TechEng 2025 powered by Tonino Lamborghini Golf Carts, the Maldives’ first dedicated B2B technology and engineering exhibition for the hospitality sector, has announced Ride Maldives Pvt Ltd as the official Internet Partner for the event....

Minor Hotels appoints Jason Kruse to lead Maldives resorts

Minor Hotels names Jason Kruse as Complex General Manager overseeing Anantara Dhigu, Anantara Veli, and Naladhu Private Island Maldives. Minor Hotels has announced the appointment of Jason Kruse as Complex General Manager of Anantara Dhigu...

When rules change after investment: The hidden threat of expropriation facing Indian companies abroad

India’s rise as a global power will depend not only on the strength of its domestic economy but also on the security of its capital abroad.India’s outward investment story has grown rapidly over the past decade. More than USD 220 billion of Indian...

Commercial engagements with Bangladesh to expand: Maldives President

Bangladesh and the Maldives have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the existing excellent bilateral relations and enhancing cooperation between the two friendly countries. Dr Md Nazmul Islam, the newly appointed High...

DGR, Maldivian Ministry explore cooperation

The visit focused on enhancing cooperation between the Maldives and the Emirate of Sharjah in preserving cultural heritage and advancing cultural initiatives, particularly following the recent inscription of the Faya Palaeolandscape on UNESCO’s...