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Nepal eliminates rubella, highly contagious viral disease: WHO
The Kathmandu Post
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Nepal has eliminated rubella, a highly contagious viral disease as a public health problem, the World Health Organisation, announced on Monday. The UN health body in its statement said that it is a remarkable achievement for a country making...
Discover four Centara resorts in the Maldives
TTR Weekly
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August 17, 2025
BANGKOK, Thailand 18 August 2025: Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, is redefining the way travellers experience the Maldives with four distinct private island resorts, each tailored to a different style of travel....
Marriott Bonvoy: Unwrap unforgettable festive season in Maldives
Hotelier Maldives
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August 17, 2025
The Maldives, with its powder-soft sands and shimmering turquoise waters, becomes even more alluring during the festive season. Bathed in golden light, the islands feel like an endless summer’s day, where time moves at the unhurried pace of the...
Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa: Adults-only Maldivian escape
Hotelier Maldives
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August 17, 2025
Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives, an adults-only property located in the North Malé Atoll, is a secluded escape that blends the natural beauty of the Maldives with a carefully curated hospitality experience. The resort, accessible by a...
Nexus Hospitality appoints Saad Kassis-Mohamed as Chairman; unveils Maldives expansion
Hotelier Maldives
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August 17, 2025
Nexus Hospitality has announced the appointment of Saad Kassis-Mohamed as chairman and outlined a multi year expansion across the Maldives. The plan combines fresh governance with a clear rollout that will scale an asset light mix of new build and...
Royal Island Resort & Spa, Maldives: Experience barefoot luxury with a Robinson Crusoe vibe in Baa Atoll
Inside Flyer - Colorado
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August 16, 2025
The Royal Island Resort & Spa in Maldives, located in the UNESCO-protected Baa Atoll, offers an authentic Maldivian experience surrounded by lush nature. This charming, small island is surrounded by lush greenery, small gardens with chill-out...
HPA seeks bids for Migrant Health Camp
Sun Online International
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The Health Protection Agency (HPA) has once again called for organizations to run Migrant Health Camps for expatriates living in 10 different islands across the Maldives. This re-announcement comes after the previous attempt to find organizers, on...
NSPA owes MVR 662 mn to local and foreign hospitals
Sun Online International
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The National Social Protection Agency (NSPA) is currently in default on MVR 662 million owed to hospitals both domestically and internationally, the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament revealed on Saturday. According to statistics released by...
NSPA Spent Over 32 Million Rufiyaa on Medical Assistance in July
The Maldives Journal
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The National Social Protection Agency (NSPA) reports spending more than 32.8 million rufiyaa in July to support individuals struggling with medical expenses. This includes 11.7 million rufiyaa for overseas treatment and 21.1 million rufiyaa for...
Autopsy for the man who died in police custody
The Press Maldives
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August 18, 2025
Maldives Police Services Headquaters Police say they have decided to do an autopsy of the man who died yesterday while under police custody. Reports have identified the deceased as 48-year-old Ahmed Afrah, who was arrested last Friday. Police said...
Hundreds of Maldivians rally in support of Palestinians
Sun Online International
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Hundreds of Maldivians attended the national mass rally held in the Maldivian capital, advocating for the rights of Palestinians. Protestors called for the immediate cessation of Israel’s aggression and genocide during the rally held at Maafannu...
Maldives' Main Airport Schedules Largest-Ever Safety Drill for September
Maldives Business Review
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Velana International Airport (VIA) will conduct a comprehensive Full-Scale Emergency Exercise (AFEX) on September 8, 2025 – the largest emergency preparedness drill ever staged in the Maldivian aviation industry. The mandatory exercise fulfills...
World News | PM Modi Thanks Maldives President Muizzu for Greetings on Independence Day
Latestly
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August 15, 2025
New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked Maldivian President Dr Mohamed Muizzu for his warm greetings as India celebrates its 79th Independence Day. In a post on X on Friday, PM Modi thanked President Muizzu and...
A New Ultra Luxury Private Island In The Maldives Is Revealed
Hospitality Net
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August 15, 2025
Designed to reimagine luxury travel within the Maldives, the new, ultra-bespoke private islands of .Here will begin towelcome guests in December 2025. The luxurious private island retreat will set new, unmatched standards in the world of travel...
Medicinal plants to flourish in Male's public spaces
Sun Online International
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Mayor Adam Azim announced on Wednesday that efforts will be made to revive plants used in traditional medicine across parks, cemeteries, and mosques in the city. The initiative aims to ensure a fresh and readily available supply of these essential...
The Hidden Backbone of Maternal Health: Asia’s Midwifery Gap
Inter Press Service
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August 15, 2025
Active Citizens, Asia-Pacific, Civil Society, Development & Aid, Featured, Gender, Health, Human Rights, Population, Sustainable Development Goals, TerraViva United Nations, Women's Health Women's Health Strong health systems start with midwives....
World News | Foreign Ministers from Australia, Sri Lanka, Maldives Extend Greetings on India's 79th Independence Day
Latestly
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August 15, 2025
New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): India's regional neighbours, Sri Lanka and the Maldives, along with Australia, extended their warm greetings to the Indian government and its people on the occasion of its 79th Independence Day, with the Foreign...
Maldives' Fari Islands en route to net-zero
Globetrender
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August 13, 2025
Fari Islands is pioneering new sustainability standards in tropical tourism and charging towards its net-zero goal with the installation of floating solar panels in the ocean. Olivia Palamountain reports Fari Islands, a resort archipelago that...
World News | Global Greetings Pour in as Maldives, Nepal Extend Wishes to India on 79th Independence Day
Latestly
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August 15, 2025
New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): Greetings and heartfelt wishes poured in on Friday from India's neighbouring nations on the occasion of its 79th Independence Day, with leaders from the Maldives and Nepal extending their congratulations and...
Maldives: Reject Introduction of Death Penalty for Drug Trafficking and Abolish this Punishment Once and for All
Human Rights Watch
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August 13, 2025
We, the undersigned nine organizations, are alarmed by the statement of Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, President of the Republic of the Maldives, on 30 July 2025 indicating that he had instructed legislative amendments to introduce the death penalty for drug...