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'Discussed troops withdrawal': Maldivian FM after meeting Jaishankar

'Discussed troops withdrawal': Maldivian FM after meeting Jaishankar

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

The meeting between Jaishankar and Zameer in the Ugandan capital city of Kampala came amid an unease in the Maldives' bilateral ties with India.

Send us your tourists, Prez Muizzu urges China amid row with India

Send us your tourists, Prez Muizzu urges China amid row with India

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

He urged China to bolster the flow of its tourists to the Maldives.

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.

Small ticket transactions drag avg retail payments value by 48% in 3 years

Small ticket transactions drag avg retail payments value by 48% in 3 years

Rediff.com27 Dec 2024

The average value of retail digital payments dropped 48 per cent from Rs 8,769 in March 2021 to Rs 4,560 in March 2024 due to a growing preference to use digital modes of transactions for small value payments, according to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) report on the trend and progress of banking in India.

PIX: Ajay Devgn, Kajol vacation in Maldives

PIX: Ajay Devgn, Kajol vacation in Maldives

Rediff.com14 Jun 2017

Taking yet another trip to Maldives!

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.

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...

Outage: Passengers struggle for 2nd day as flight delays continue

Outage: Passengers struggle for 2nd day as flight delays continue

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

A passenger at Delhi airport said that most of the flights are delayed.

India protests Bangladesh govt aide's territorial claim

India protests Bangladesh govt aide's territorial claim

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

India has lodged a strong protest with Bangladesh over a now-deleted social media post by a key aide of Bangladesh's interim government that claimed certain areas of Indian territory should be part of that country. The post, which included a map showing parts of West Bengal, Tripura, and Assam as belonging to Bangladesh, was made by Mahfuz Alam, a de facto minister in the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government. The post sparked backlash and was subsequently deleted. India's External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal reminded all concerned to be "mindful" of their public comments and emphasized the need for responsibility in public articulation.

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

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.

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.

Kirti Shows Off Her Tattoo

Kirti Shows Off Her Tattoo

Rediff.com20 Jul 2024

Huma's in the Seychelles... Aditi wants to fly... Dia shares a throwback pic...

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.

Meet Angad's Wonderwoman

Meet Angad's Wonderwoman

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Urvashi gets a lakh roses...Manushi shares a throwback picture... Shriya goes red...

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.'

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.

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.

Pretty Patralekhaa

Pretty Patralekhaa

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Varun misses his dog... Rasika starts shooting for a new season...Neena catches a sunset...

PIX: Malaika's lovely Maldives holiday

PIX: Malaika's lovely Maldives holiday

Rediff.com8 Aug 2016

Malaika proves that she's a water baby!

Hotel Rates Hit Record High In '24

Hotel Rates Hit Record High In '24

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Driven by a boom in domestic tourism, a record number of weddings in November and December, and a surge in extended weekend vacations.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

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.

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.

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.