News for 'Maldives'

Muizzu should have reached out to Modi to end crisis, says ex-VP Adeeb

Muizzu should have reached out to Modi to end crisis, says ex-VP Adeeb

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

Describing the comments as "uncalled for", he said that the ruling party has these "extreme elements" who are calling for India out.

Bangladesh PM Hasina, Seychelles VP arrive for Modi's swearing-in ceremony

Bangladesh PM Hasina, Seychelles VP arrive for Modi's swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com8 Jun 2024

In addition to participating in the swearing-in ceremony, the leaders will attend a banquet hosted by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, it said.

Tata Housing's Maldives crossover

Tata Housing's Maldives crossover

Rediff.com6 Jul 2011

The company will develop one million sq ft of property in Male in a joint venture with Maldives government.

Maggi revival architect Narayanan to bow out after 26 yrs with Nestle group

Maggi revival architect Narayanan to bow out after 26 yrs with Nestle group

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

Suresh Narayanan, chairman and managing director of Nestl India, is set to retire on July 31 next year, marking the end of an era that began 26 years ago with the Nestl group, a multinational giant in the food and beverage space. His tenure is perhaps most famously defined by his role in reviving the Maggi noodles brand. When Narayanan stepped into leadership at Nestl India in 2015, the company was facing criticism: the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) had ordered a nationwide recall of the popular Maggi noodles due to high levels of lead found in the product.

Ashalata Devi set for rare century in Indian football

Ashalata Devi set for rare century in Indian football

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Captain Ashalata Devi will become the first Indian woman footballer to play 100 international matches when she takes the field in the SAFF Championship opening match against Pakistan in Kathmandu on Thursday.

Bipasha-Karan live it up in the Maldives

Bipasha-Karan live it up in the Maldives

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Sidharth is waiting... Sharvari feels hot... Parineeti meditates...

PIX: Ajay Devgn, Kajol vacation in Maldives

PIX: Ajay Devgn, Kajol vacation in Maldives

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

Taking yet another trip to Maldives!

Bangladesh recalls envoy from India amid strained ties

Bangladesh recalls envoy from India amid strained ties

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

The interim government led by Professor Muhammad Yunus as the Chief Adviser has asked Bangladesh's envoys in India, Brussels, Canberra, Lisbon, and the Permanent Mission to the United Nations in New York to return immediately and report to the foreign ministry here as part of the latest reshuffle.

Warner and Slater deny late night pub brawl in Maldives

Warner and Slater deny late night pub brawl in Maldives

Rediff.com9 May 2021

According to the Daily Telegraph newspaper, Warner and Slater got into a late night physical altercation

3 Naval ships sent to evacuate Indians from the Maldives, UAE

3 Naval ships sent to evacuate Indians from the Maldives, UAE

Rediff.com5 May 2020

INS Jalashwa deployed off Mumbai coast, along with INS Magar, diverted for Maldives on Monday night, he said.

Sonam's Fun Vacation With Vayu

Sonam's Fun Vacation With Vayu

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

Maldives is Bollywood's go-to holiday destination but Sonam Kapoor gives us another perspective of the exotic island, as she takes her son Vayu along with husband Anand Ahuja, sister Rhea Kapoor and brother-in-law Karan Boolani.

Maldives deal: India takes China head on

Maldives deal: India takes China head on

Rediff.com19 Apr 2016

'An authoritative source in the government tells me that India has emerged as the net security provider of the Maldives,' says Rajeev Sharma.

Maldives Opposition's Ibrahim Mohamed Solih wins presidential election

Maldives Opposition's Ibrahim Mohamed Solih wins presidential election

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Results showed that Solih, who had the backing of a united opposition trying to oust Yameen, secured 58.3 per cent of the popular vote.

PIX: Karishma's bikini shoot in the Maldives

PIX: Karishma's bikini shoot in the Maldives

Rediff.com30 Dec 2019

It was a fun birthday holiday for Karishma Tanna, as she basked in the exotic beaches of Maldives. The actress, who turned 36 on December 21, vacationed at a spa, and put up beautiful pictures of her trip.

Headed to Maldives? Take a cruise!

Headed to Maldives? Take a cruise!

Rediff.com4 Nov 2016

Starting this December, for the first time ever, travellers will be able to embark on a cruise from India.

Wow! Sophie brought glamour to the Maldives

Wow! Sophie brought glamour to the Maldives

Rediff.com18 Apr 2019

One look at Sophie Choudry's vacay pics and you will want to pack your bags and getaway.

India 'disturbed' by declaration of emergency in Maldives

India 'disturbed' by declaration of emergency in Maldives

Rediff.com6 Feb 2018

India issued an advisory to its nationals on Monday, asking them not to undertake non-essential travel to the island nation.

Look Who Surprised Sindhu In Paris!

Look Who Surprised Sindhu In Paris!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'The loveliest surprise at the Olympics was having Chiru Uncle and the whole family, including the sweetest Kaara, for my first match in Paris'.

'Why Didn't We Meet Sooner?'

'Why Didn't We Meet Sooner?'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2024

Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha are celebrating their first wedding anniversary in the Maldives.

India's Neighbourhood First Policy Crumbling

India's Neighbourhood First Policy Crumbling

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The fundamental construct of India's neighbourhood policy still needs to be what Vajpayee postulated, Manmohan Singh embraced, and Modi energised. It's just that we need to junk domestic politics and excessive religiosity, while acquiring much humility and a renewed respectfulness towards our neighbours, recommends Shekhar Gupta.

The sinking democracy in Maldives

The sinking democracy in Maldives

Rediff.com28 Oct 2013

Democracy in Maldives is at the crossroads. There is need for the international community to put pressure on the incumbent regime in the country, so that it is not able to disrupt elections once again, and the democracy in Maldives could be saved from sinking, says Anand Kumar.

'Radicalisation of Maldives should raise alarm in India'

'Radicalisation of Maldives should raise alarm in India'

Rediff.com14 Apr 2017

'Now is the time for India, our biggest neighbour and oldest friend, to bring the full array of international policy instruments to bear.'

Janhvi-Khushi Are Seeing YOU!

Janhvi-Khushi Are Seeing YOU!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2024

John unveils his next movie... Nimrat on a movie she cherishes...Varun, Ranveer, Aditya watch some fighting...

Olympics Badminton: Sindhu cruises to victory in opener

Olympics Badminton: Sindhu cruises to victory in opener

Rediff.com28 Jul 2024

P V Sindhu registered a straight games victory over Maldives' Fathimath Abdul Razzaq in the women's singles group stage match, in Paris, on Sunday.

Stunning! Kriti Sanon's holiday in the Maldives

Stunning! Kriti Sanon's holiday in the Maldives

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The Heropanti actress is chilling with her family.

China to host Indian Ocean forum to expand influence in India's backyard

China to host Indian Ocean forum to expand influence in India's backyard

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

CIDCA is headed by Luo Zhaohui, the former vice foreign minister and ex-ambassador to India.

PIX: Malaika's lovely Maldives holiday

PIX: Malaika's lovely Maldives holiday

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

Malaika proves that she's a water baby!

SAFF C'ship: India U18 beat Maldives to reach final

SAFF C'ship: India U18 beat Maldives to reach final

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

India now play Bangladesh in the summit clash on Sunday.

India@Paris On Sunday

India@Paris On Sunday

Rediff.com29 Jul 2024

Glimpses of Indian athletes in action at the 2024 Olympics on Sunday, July 28, 2024.

SAFF Cup: Lacklustre India suffer defeat against Maldives in final

SAFF Cup: Lacklustre India suffer defeat against Maldives in final

Rediff.com15 Sep 2018

Poor finishing and scrappy defending put paid to India's quest for an eighth South Asian Football Federation Cup title as it suffered a 1-2 defeat against Maldives in the summit clash, in Dhaka, on Saturday.

Why Modi needs to focus on the Maldives

Why Modi needs to focus on the Maldives

Rediff.com31 Jan 2016

'If all goes well, Modi will visit the Maldives later this year. But two Indian concerns remain unaddressed: President Yameen's intentions about Mohammad Nasheed and China,' says Rajeev Sharma.

Xi's spl envoy meets new Maldivian Prez amid call to withdraw Indian troops

Xi's spl envoy meets new Maldivian Prez amid call to withdraw Indian troops

Rediff.com18 Nov 2023

China is also ready to promote high-quality Belt and Road Initiative cooperation, and push for new progress in the future-oriented, all-round friendly and cooperative partnership between the two countries, she added.

Trump, Modi discuss situation in Maldives over phone

Trump, Modi discuss situation in Maldives over phone

Rediff.com9 Feb 2018

The White House said the two leaders also pledged to continue working together to enhance security and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.

Muizzu-led coalition employed anti-India narrative in 2023 polls: EU report

Muizzu-led coalition employed anti-India narrative in 2023 polls: EU report

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

The EU mission noted that political and campaign fundraising and financial expenditure lack transparency and effective oversight.

Baby Doll singer Kanika Kapoor's Maldives holiday

Baby Doll singer Kanika Kapoor's Maldives holiday

Rediff.com25 Apr 2017

She makes sure to share pictures from her trip.

Suspended Maldivian minister mocks Indian flag, apologises

Suspended Maldivian minister mocks Indian flag, apologises

Rediff.com8 Apr 2024

A Maldivian minister, who was suspended in January for her derogatory remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has now mocked the Indian flag after including parts of the flag in an altered campaign poster of the opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), according to a media report on Monday.

Arrested Indian journalist ordered to leave Maldives

Arrested Indian journalist ordered to leave Maldives

Rediff.com10 Feb 2018

Two foreign journalists, including an Indian national, working for French news agency AFP who were arrested by the Maldivian police for violating immigration rules, have been ordered to leave the island nation facing political turmoil.

Jolt to Muizzu as pro-India party wins Male mayoral polls amid row

Jolt to Muizzu as pro-India party wins Male mayoral polls amid row

Rediff.com14 Jan 2024

The Maldives media reported Azim's win as a 'landslide' and 'victory by a large margin.'

Emergency extended in Maldives by 30 days

Emergency extended in Maldives by 30 days

Rediff.com19 Feb 2018

President Yameen declared the emergency on February 5 after the Supreme Court ordered the release of a group of opposition leaders, who had been convicted in widely criticised trials. Among them was exiled ex-President Mohamed Nasheed. The court said his 2015 trial had been unconstitutional.

We are in better physical shape now'

We are in better physical shape now'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

The Indian senior men's team have begun their preparations for the upcoming friendly match against Vietnam, and head coach Manolo Mrquez believes his wards are in better physical shape now than in the September window.