US rules out permanent military presence in Maldives

Last Updated: Sunday, January 26, 2014, 12:09

The US has ruled out a permanent military base in the Maldives, amid reports that new government in Male has decided not to sign a defence cooperation pact with Washington in this regard.

US rules out permanent military presence in Maldives

Last Updated: Saturday, January 25, 2014, 13:48

The US has ruled out a permanent military base in the Maldives, amid reports that new government in Male has decided not to sign a defence cooperation pact with Washington in this regard.

Govt okays free medical visas for Maldivians for 90 days

Last Updated: Thursday, January 23, 2014, 23:57

In a move which will come as a boost for the medical tourism and health sector, government on Thursday allowed free medical visas for Maldivian nationals for 90 days.

Maldives rejects military pact with US

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 22, 2014, 20:15

The Maldives has decided not to take part in a proposed military cooperation pact with the United States over fears that it could upset the regional power India, senior officials said on Wednesday.

India failed Maldives: MDP leader

Last Updated: Tuesday, January 21, 2014, 13:00

Hamid Abdul Qafoor, the international spokesperson of Maldivian Democratic Party, in conversation with Namta Gupta.

Ties with China `very close`, `far more precious` with India: Maldives President

Last Updated: Sunday, January 5, 2014, 21:15

Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen on Sunday described the island nation`s relationship with China as "very close" but assured India that his country`s ties with it are "far more precious".

Bikini clad Nargis Fakhri spotted with Uday Chopra in Maldives

Last Updated: Saturday, January 4, 2014, 23:17

After Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif`s Ibiza incident, it`s Bollywood`s new alleged couple - Uday Chopra and Nargis Fakhri who have faced a similar incident. The duo, who were reportedly holidaying in Maldives were snapped by the paparazzi together.

India wishes to work with Maldives to ensure peace in Indian Ocean: Pranab

Last Updated: Friday, January 3, 2014, 13:05

India wishes to work with Maldives and other like-minded nations to ensure peace in the Indian Ocean region, said President Pranab Mukherjee while holding discussions with his Maldivian counterpart Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom.

Maldives seeks Indian investment in tourism, energy

Last Updated: Thursday, January 2, 2014, 21:24

"We are open to corporate India. Indian investments are welcome in Maldives. I assure Indian industry that we will provide a conducive environment for investment," Maldives President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom while addressing members of three industry chambers - CII, Ficci and Assocham.

PM talks about GMR project; extends $25 mn credit to Maldives

Last Updated: Thursday, January 2, 2014, 12:42

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday asked newly-elected Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen to address the problems faced by some Indian investors and "amicably" settle the issue of Male International Airport, a GMR project worth over USD 500 million scrapped by Maldivian government unilaterally.

Maldivian President to arrive on India visit

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 1, 2014, 13:26

Maldivian President Yameen Abdul Gayoom will arrive here Wednesday afternoon on his first official visit after assuming office in November.

Sri Lankan found dead on Maldives resort

Last Updated: Tuesday, December 31, 2013, 09:57

A dead body washed up at an exclusive island resort in the Maldives yesterday where English football star David Beckham is taking a hideaway Christmas holiday with his family, police said Monday.