India  

Maldives

Island country in South Asia

Maldives    ▸ Facts   ▸ Comments   ▸ News   ▸ Videos   

Maldives: Island country in South Asia
The Maldives, officially the Republic of Maldives, is a country and archipelagic state in South Asia in the Indian Ocean. The Maldives is named after the main island and capital of Male. The word "Maldives" means "the islands (dives) of Male". The name may derive from the Sanskrit word "maladvipa" meaning "garland of islands". Dhivehi Raajje in Dhivehi means "Kingdom of the Dhivehi people". The Maldives is southwest of Sri Lanka and India, about 750 kilometres from the Asian continent's mainland. The Maldives' chain of 26 atolls stretches across the equator from Ihavandhippolhu Atoll in the north to Addu Atoll in the south.

0
shares
ShareTweetSavePostSend
 
India Commences Troop Withdrawal from Maldives As Relation Worsens: Reports| Oneindia News [Video]

India Commences Troop Withdrawal from Maldives As Relation Worsens: Reports| Oneindia News

India starts withdrawing troops from the Maldives as per President Muizzu's order. Amid geopolitical tensions, 25 Indian soldiers leave ahead of schedule, with a total of 89 set to depart by May 10...

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:21Published
Get a taste of local life in the Maldives with these community-led tourism initiatives [Video]

Get a taste of local life in the Maldives with these community-led tourism initiatives

Beyond luxurious resorts, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with locals and help keep tourism cash in Maldivian communities.

Credit: euronews (in English)     Duration: 01:31Published
India-Maldives Row: Maldives severs yet another tie with India as Chinese Spy Ship leaves| Oneindia [Video]

India-Maldives Row: Maldives severs yet another tie with India as Chinese Spy Ship leaves| Oneindia

Maldives will not renew an agreement with India to conduct hydrographic surveys and plans to acquire the facilities and machines required to do the exercise by itself, President Mohamed Muizzu has..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:13Published
Maldives President Mohamad Muizzu declares no Indian troops to be allowed post May 10 | Oneindia [Video]

Maldives President Mohamad Muizzu declares no Indian troops to be allowed post May 10 | Oneindia

Maldives’ President Mohamad Muizzu has made a significant announcement regarding the presence of Indian troops in the island nation. A day after signing a military aid agreement with China, President..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:01Published
Maldives to get free military aid from China amid row with India; Beijing-Male sign deal | Oneindia [Video]

Maldives to get free military aid from China amid row with India; Beijing-Male sign deal | Oneindia

The Maldives and China have entered a new chapter in their bilateral relations. Amid a brewing diplomatic dispute with India, the Maldives has turned to China for support. Earlier this week, a defence..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:11Published
Maldives’ Muizzu Accuses Opposition Working Under Indian Influence In A Veiled Remark| Oneindia News [Video]

Maldives’ Muizzu Accuses Opposition Working Under Indian Influence In A Veiled Remark| Oneindia News

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu accuses the opposition of yielding to foreign pressure by obstructing cabinet approvals for some members, hinting at external interference. Despite not specifying the..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:10Published
Maldives ex-minister, Abdulla Shahid slams President Mohamed Muizzu's Indian troops claim | Oneindia [Video]

Maldives ex-minister, Abdulla Shahid slams President Mohamed Muizzu's Indian troops claim | Oneindia

In a scathing response to President Mohamed Muizzu's recent claims of withdrawing thousands of Indian troops from the Maldives, former Maldivian Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid has labelled the..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:15Published
India, Maldives & Sri Lanka Enhance Naval Coordination with 'Dosti' Exercises| Oneindia News [Video]

India, Maldives & Sri Lanka Enhance Naval Coordination with 'Dosti' Exercises| Oneindia News

Coast guard personnel from India, the Maldives, and Sri Lanka commence the four-day trilateral exercise 'DOSTI-16' to tackle emerging maritime challenges in the Indian Ocean Region. Indian Coast Guard..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 03:02Published
China’s Xiang Yang Hong 03 vessel arrives in Maldives amid india's security concerns | Oneindia News [Video]

China’s Xiang Yang Hong 03 vessel arrives in Maldives amid india's security concerns | Oneindia News

A Chinese research ship, Xiang Yang Hong 03, has arrived in the Maldives, causing renewed concerns in the region and raising questions about its activities in the Indian Ocean. #XiangYangHong03..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:39Published
Maldives’s Debt Continues to Pile, Efforts to Secure Assistance from Allies Fruitless| Oneindia News [Video]

Maldives’s Debt Continues to Pile, Efforts to Secure Assistance from Allies Fruitless| Oneindia News

Maldives faces a severe economic crisis with mounting debt, reaching nearly USD 4.038 billion, prompting President Muizzu to seek aid from China and Middle Eastern nations. Despite delays in Chinese..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:16Published
IMF Raises Red Flag on Maldives' Debt Levels Amid China Borrowing | Oneindia News [Video]

IMF Raises Red Flag on Maldives' Debt Levels Amid China Borrowing | Oneindia News

The Maldives, heavily indebted to China, faces economic peril according to IMF warnings. President Muizzi's alignment with Beijing over traditional ties with India strains relations. Experts caution..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:01Published
Adhir Ranjan vs Rajnath Singh on Ladakh | Defence Minister asserts India’s strength | Oneindia [Video]

Adhir Ranjan vs Rajnath Singh on Ladakh | Defence Minister asserts India’s strength | Oneindia

During a session in the Lok Sabha, Leader of Congress Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury brought up concerns regarding Ladakh and Maldives. In response, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised India's newfound..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 04:15Published
Maldives President Muizzu Recalls 'Sovereignty' Pledge, Pledges to Remove Indian Troops | Oneindia [Video]

Maldives President Muizzu Recalls 'Sovereignty' Pledge, Pledges to Remove Indian Troops | Oneindia

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu affirmed the withdrawal of Indian troops by March 10 and the exit of remaining contingents by May 10, fulfilling a key electoral promise. Known for a pro-China stance,..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:16Published
India Sends Ins Karanj To Sri Lanka As Chinese Spy Ship Approaches The Maldives| Oneindia News [Video]

India Sends Ins Karanj To Sri Lanka As Chinese Spy Ship Approaches The Maldives| Oneindia News

The INS Karanj, an Indian Navy submarine, received a ceremonial welcome in Colombo, signaling India's role as a key security provider in the Indian Ocean. The move coincides with China's PLA Navy..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:39Published
Maldives alleges Indian Coast Guard got on fishing boats in Maldives’ Economic Zone | Oneindia [Video]

Maldives alleges Indian Coast Guard got on fishing boats in Maldives’ Economic Zone | Oneindia

The Maldivian government has officially requested New Delhi to provide information about an incident involving Indian Coast Guard personnel boarding three Maldivian fishing vessels within its economic..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:03Published
India, Maldives agree to phased replacement of military personnel from island | Oneindia News [Video]

India, Maldives agree to phased replacement of military personnel from island | Oneindia News

On Friday, February 2, the governments of India and Maldives reached a consensus for a phased replacement of Indian military personnel stationed in the South Asian archipelago, as announced by the..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:03Published
Ex-Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed temporarily relocates to Ghana | Know why | Oneindia News [Video]

Ex-Maldivian President Mohamed Nasheed temporarily relocates to Ghana | Know why | Oneindia News

Former Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed has temporarily relocated to Accra, Ghana, in West Africa, following his announcement of a hiatus from "active politics" without prior notification to..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:05Published
Maldives prosecutor general Hussain Shameem attacked in Male: Report | Oneindia News [Video]

Maldives prosecutor general Hussain Shameem attacked in Male: Report | Oneindia News

Maldives prosecutor general Hussain Shameem, appointed by the former Maldivian President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih's Maldivian Democratic Party government, was brutally attacked earlier today in the..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:02Published
Maldives Opposition leader calls on Prez Muizzu to apologise to PM Modi, Indians | Oneindia News [Video]

Maldives Opposition leader calls on Prez Muizzu to apologise to PM Modi, Indians | Oneindia News

Maldives Jumhooree Party (JP) leader Qasim Ibrahim has urged Maldivian President Mohammed Muizzu to issue a formal apology to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian people. In his statement,..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 01:45Published
India-Maldives row: India drops to 5th spot on island's top 10 tourism markets list | Oneindia News [Video]

India-Maldives row: India drops to 5th spot on island's top 10 tourism markets list | Oneindia News

In a surprising turn of events, India, which held the coveted top spot in the Maldives tourism chart just a month ago, has slipped to the fifth position according to data released by the Maldives..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:41Published
Maldives ruling coalition firm on blocking removal of President Mohamed Muizzu | Oneindia News [Video]

Maldives ruling coalition firm on blocking removal of President Mohamed Muizzu | Oneindia News

In a political showdown, the government coalition, consisting of the Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM) and the People's National Congress (PNC), has declared its intent to block any attempts to..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:36Published
Maldives President Muizzu Speaks Positively of Ties with India on Republic Day| Oneindia News [Video]

Maldives President Muizzu Speaks Positively of Ties with India on Republic Day| Oneindia News

Amid diplomatic tensions, Maldives President Muizzu extended Republic Day greetings to India, emphasizing longstanding ties. The message, conveyed to President Murmu and PM Modi, seeks to maintain..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:39Published
Maldives Opposition Slams Muizzu's 'Anti-India' Pivot: Trouble Mounts for Ruling Government [Video]

Maldives Opposition Slams Muizzu's 'Anti-India' Pivot: Trouble Mounts for Ruling Government

As dissent grows, opposition parties in the Maldives join forces to criticize President Muizzu's controversial 'anti-India' shift. Explore the escalating political tensions and the potential..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:19Published
President Muizzu Denies Approval for Indian Plane, Here's What Happened to the Teen | Oneindia [Video]

President Muizzu Denies Approval for Indian Plane, Here's What Happened to the Teen | Oneindia

In a heartbreaking incident, a sick boy in the Maldives loses his life as President Mohammed Muizzu allegedly denies approval for an Indian plane. Join us as we delve into the details of this tragic..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 02:00Published

You Might Like


India & Maldives review troop pullout, discuss economic ties

Indian military personnel in the Maldives are being replaced by civilians for aviation platforms. Discussions between the countries cover deputation progress, upcoming personnel replacement deadlines,..
IndiaTimes - Published

India, Maldives hold high-level core group meeting; discuss military operations

The third meeting of the India-Maldives High Level Core Group focused on ongoing deployment of Indian technical personnel and bilateral cooperation. Discussions included providing humanitarian aid..
IndiaTimes - Published

'Turnaround has happened': First batch of Indian military personnel in Maldives replaced, says MEA


IndiaTimes - Published

India slips 8 slots in graft index, ranked 93 along with Lesotho

India has tied with Maldives, Kazakhstan, and Lesotho to rank at 93 out of 180 countries on the Corruption Perception Index (CPI), 2023, an annual index, which was released on Tuesday by Transparency..
IndiaTimes - Published

India slips to 5th place on Maldives' tourism charts amid diplomatic tensions

The Maldives experienced a significant decline in tourist arrivals from India over the past three weeks, amid the ongoing diplomatic dispute between the two nations, as per official statistics...
IndiaTimes - Published

No government order on Maldives troops recall: Navy chief


IndiaTimes - Published

India has not asked troops to pull out from Maldives: Navy chief

India's ties with Maldives have come under strain after Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu's election win in November last year. Pledging to end his country's 'India First' policy, Muizzu, widely seen..
IndiaTimes - Published

Trouble grows for Muizzu govt in the Maldives, opposition parties band together to slam his 'anti-India' pivot

Two major opposition parties, the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) and The Democrats, criticize President Mohammad Muizzu's 'anti-India' pivot, calling it 'extremely detrimental' to long-term..
IndiaTimes - Published

Maldives ignores India, lets Chinese spy vessel dock

India-Maldives ties strained as Maldives allows Chinese vessel despite India's concerns. Maldives claims vessel won't conduct research. Sri Lanka has a moratorium on research ships. US voices concerns..
IndiaTimes - Published

'Beijing requested that ...': Maldives govt's statement after Chinese vessel's 'port call' stirs concerns

Maldives on Tuesday reacted to media reports about a Chinese research vessel heading towards Male, saying that Beijing had formally requested for a diplomatic clearance for its ship.The Maldivian..
IndiaTimes - Published

India tracking Chinese 'research' vessel headed for the Maldives

India closely tracks Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03 heading to Malé via Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka denied permission for docking, and the Indian Navy is monitoring its movements. Previously,..
IndiaTimes - Published

Chinese 'research vessel' heads towards the Maldives: Why New Delhi is concerned

The Maldives is set to host a Chinese research vessel in its territorial waters, raising concerns in India. Xiang Yang Hong 03 is en-route to Male and is expected to conduct an ocean survey operation..
IndiaTimes - Published

Louder cry in Male for Indian troops recall

Former Maldivian president Abdulla Yameen, who is serving an 11-year sentence for money laundering, joined a public event and urged the Maldives President to expel Indian military personnel. Yameen is..
IndiaTimes - Published

Maldives government reluctant to use Indian choppers, kid dies

A 13-year-old child died in the Maldives because of a delay in providing him treatment that was caused by the alleged reluctance of the Maldivian government to use Indian choppers for medical..
IndiaTimes - Published

EAM S Jaishankar meets counterparts from Egypt, Belarus

On the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit, External affairs minister S Jaishankar held meetings with counterparts from Egypt, Belarus, Maldives, and Angola. The meetings focused on..
IndiaTimes - Published

Maldives minister meets EAM, renews troops withdrawal call


IndiaTimes - Published

Jaishankar says he had 'frank conversation' with his Maldivian counterpart Zameer on bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met his Maldivian counterpart Moosa Zameer here and the two leaders had a "frank conversation" on ties between the two countries. The meeting between..
IndiaTimes - Published

'Committed to take forward partnership...': India on Maldives row

"We mentioned that both sides held discussions on finding a mutually workable solution to enable continued operation of Indian aviation platforms that provide humanitarian and Medvec services to the..
DNA - Published

India, Maldives seeking 'mutually workable solution', says MEA amid diplomatic row


IndiaTimes - Published

China respects sovereignty of Maldives: President Mohamed Muizzu says amid row with India

Maldivian president hails strategic relationship with China, says China fully supports Maldives' sovereignty. Amid tensions with India, leader asks India to withdraw military personnel from his..
IndiaTimes - Published

'Lakshwadeep can never...': MP warns of ecological fragility amid India-Maldives row

The MP claimed that Lakshadweep is currently focusing on "high-end controlled tourism" to maximize revenue with maintaining island ecosystem as well.
DNA - Published

Pull out military staff by March 15, says Maldives

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has set a deadline of March 15 for withdrawal of Indian military personnel - who operate two Indian naval choppers and a Dornier aircraft in the archipelago - from his..
IndiaTimes - Published

India should be alert about proximity of Maldives to China: Shashi Tharoor


IndiaTimes - Published

India, Maldives hold high-level talks to find 'mutually workable solution' after President Muizzu's troop withdrawal request

India and Maldives held extensive talks on Sunday to find out a "mutually workable solution" after President Muizzu requested New Delhi to withdraw all troops from the archipelago by March 15. During..
IndiaTimes - Published

India, Maldives discuss finding 'mutually workable solution' to continue Indian aviation platforms: MEA


IndiaTimes - Published

Maldives president asks India to withdraw troops by March 15 amid deepening row

Amid an escalating diplomatic row, Maldives on Sunday asked India to withdraw its military personnel from the archipelago by March 15.Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, who recently returned from his..
IndiaTimes - Published Also reported by •DNA

Watch: S Jaishankar breaks silence on India-Maldives row


IndiaTimes - Published

India Ranked 80th in Henley Passport Index, faces challenges for international travel

India has achieved the 80th position in the recent Henley Passport Index, granting its citizens visa-free access to 62 countries, including popular destinations like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand...
IndiaTimes - Published

'India's influence threat to sovereignty': Maldivian president Mohamed Muizzu says while cosying up to China


IndiaTimes - Published

Amid Maldives row, EU report says ruling coalition deployed anti-India sentiments during 2023 presidential polls


IndiaTimes - Published

Congress criticises PM's handling of Maldives issue


IndiaTimes - Published

Reduced enquiries, plummeting prices for vacation in Maldives


IndiaTimes - Published

India, Maldives discussed Muizzu visit but it may take time

India and the Maldives have been talking about a possible visit by President Mohamed Muizzu, despite the apparent strife in bilateral ties as the newly elected president leans towards China, while..
IndiaTimes - Published

Amid row with Maldives, India plans new airport at Lakshadweep's Minicoy for civilian, military aircraft

"The plan is to have a joint airfield that would be capable of operating fighter jets, military transport planes and commercial aircraft," government sources told ANI.
DNA - Published

'Sincerely apologise': Tour operators in the Maldives seek normalisation of ties with India


IndiaTimes - Published

Maldives president Muizzu's appeal to China amid Indian tourist backlash


IndiaTimes - Published

'PM Modi takes everything personally': Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on India-Maldives row


IndiaTimes - Published

'PM Modi taking everything personally': Kharge amid diplomatic row with Maldives

Amid a diplomatic row with the Maldives following 'derogatory remarks' against Prime Minister Narendra Modi by three Maldivian deputy ministers, Congress on Tuesday alleged that the PM is taking..
IndiaTimes - Published

'India has always been...': Maldives tourism body reacts to derogatory comments against PM Modi

Terming India as one of the closest neighbours and allies of the Maldives, MATI noted that India has always been a first responder to various crises throughout the history of the island country.
DNA - Published

In a rush to promote Lakshadweep, celebs post pictures of other islands

In the rush to promote Indian beach holidays instead of foreign shores like Maldives, at least a few Indian celebrities and a minister had to eat humble pie on social media when they erroneously posted..
IndiaTimes - Published

India raps Maldives envoy as boycott chorus rises


IndiaTimes - Published

‘India and Maldives share a strong bond. Statements by new ministers are irresponsible and unnecessary’: Former Maldives tourism minister

Abdulla Mausoom, former tourism minister of Maldives, criticizes the 'unnecessary' social media posts by ministers of the new government that caused outrage and #boycottmaldives to trend. He emphasizes..
IndiaTimes - Published

Maldives stares at Indian tourists drying up as travel biggies join boycott call; step up desi focus

The anger over derogatory remarks made by Maldives politicians against PM Modi is leading to travel companies and industry chambers boycotting the archipelago. Travel portals are seeing a surge in..
IndiaTimes - Published

After tourists, now traders call for Maldives boycott as backlash over anti-Modi remarks deepens


IndiaTimes - Published

Diplomatic row: Maldives is now in Chinese 'sphere of influence', says Manish Tewari

Amid a diplomatic row with Maldives, Congress leader Manish Tewari expressed concerns about China's growing influence in South Asia. The Maldivian envoy was summoned by India's external affairs..
IndiaTimes - Published

China on India-Maldives Row: ‘New Delhi should stay more open-minded’

Amid the India-Maldives row, China has stated that it has never asked the Maldives to reject India and views cooperation between the two countries as friendly. China is also open to trilateral..
IndiaTimes - Published

Israel pitches for promoting tourism in Lakshadweep

The Israeli embassy in India promoted tourism in Lakshadweep amid the India-Maldives diplomatic row over remarks made by Maldivian ministers after PM Modi's visit. The embassy shared pictures of the..
IndiaTimes - Published

Indians go 'vocal for local' amid Maldives row; Male swings into damage control fearing tourist backlash: Key developments


IndiaTimes - Published

Can the Maldives survive a boycott by Indian tourists?

The 'Boycott Maldives' trend has affected the Maldives' tourism industry, which heavily relies on Indian tourists. It started after some ministers made racist remarks about India following PM Modi's..
IndiaTimes - Published

EaseMyTrip, STIC Travels & Indian Chamber of Commerce join Boycott Maldives

EaseMyTrip suspends Maldives flight bookings; promotes Ayodhya and Lakshadweep. Indian Chamber of Commerce appeals to boycott Maldives due to anti-India sentiments. Subhash Goyal urges promotion of..
IndiaTimes - Published


 Page 1  〉