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Vessels operating within the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA) will be required to register with the Environmental Regulatory Authority as part of new controls aimed at reducing environmental pressure and improving the management of whale shark tourism. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/sampa-introduces-vessel-registration-and-stricter-whale-shark-tourism-rules/

Sun Siyam Resorts has expanded its accommodation portfolio with the opening of 50 new overwater villas at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef, a development the group says has made it the single resort investor with the largest bed capacity in the Maldives. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/vilu-reef-expansion-lifts-sun-siyam-to-largest-bed-capacity-chairman-says/

Dhiraagu Gamers Guild (DGG), in partnership with MINISO, has launched a new ‘Guess the Score’ promotion, offering football fans across the Maldives the chance to win prizes by predicting match results. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/dhiraagu-gamers-guild-and-miniso-launch-guess-the-score-promotion-with-a-limited-edition-prize/

Maldives Customs officials have seized 5,600 vape cartridges following a targeted operation at the Malé Commercial Harbour yesterday, after suspicions were raised over a sea cargo shipment declared as general goods. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/5600-vape-cartridges-seized-at-male-harbour-in-smuggling-crackdown/

The Maldives Blood Services (MBS) is set to introduce nucleic acid testing (NAT) in July, a move expected to significantly strengthen the safety of donated blood in the country. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/maldives-to-introduce-global-standard-nat-blood-testing-in-july/

The Male’ City Council has decided not to hand over the land designated for the redevelopment of the Male’ Fish Market to the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development until it receives additional information regarding the project. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/male-city-council-delays-fish-market-land-handover-pending-further-information/

Faafu Feeali Island Council has called on the government to accelerate the reconstruction of the island’s ice plant, which was destroyed in a fire that broke out in April. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/feeali-council-urges-government-to-expedite-rebuilding-of-fire-damaged-ice-plant/

The People’s Majlis has opened a public consultation on the Cyber Security Bill, allowing individuals and organisations to submit feedback on proposed legislation aimed at strengthening the Maldives’ cyber security framework and improving safety in the digital space. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/majlis-seeks-public-input-on-cyber-security-legislation/

Certificates of appreciation were presented on behalf of President Mohamed Muizzu at a ceremony held at Bandaara Koshi, honouring officers involved in the extensive search and recovery mission following the diving tragedy last month. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/recognition-certificates-awarded-to-personnel-involved-in-v-atoll-rescue-operation-following-diving-tragedy/

The Criminal Court has scheduled hearings to begin in a case filed by Adhadhu, seeking the return of equipment seized during a police raid on the outlet’s office last month. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/court-to-begin-hearings-in-adhadhu-challenge-over-equipment-confiscation/

A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of smuggling drugs into AA. Feridhoo following a joint operation by Feridhoo Police and Maalhos Police. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/police-arrest-23-year-old-over-suspected-drug-transport-to-aa-feridhoo/

Theft has remained the most commonly reported offence in the Maldives during the first half of this year, according to official crime statistics released by the police. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/theft-remains-most-reported-crime-in-first-half-of-the-year/

Maldive Gas has increased the refill prices of its 22kg and 45kg cooking gas cylinders for commercial customers, introducing significant price hikes for businesses that rely on the larger cylinders. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/maldive-gas-raises-refill-prices-for-commercial-cylinders/

Parliament has rejected a resolution calling for higher salaries for local councillors, with ruling People’s National Congress (PNC) lawmakers stating that while they support the principle of increasing remuneration, the country’s current economic situation does not allow for such changes at this time. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/parliament-rejects-resolution-seeking-salary-increase-for-councillors/

Construction of the Maldives’ new Central Prison Complex is scheduled to begin this month as part of a wider effort to centralise prison services and strengthen rehabilitation programmes, according to Minister of Homeland Security, Labour and Technology Ali Ihusaan. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/construction-of-central-prison-complex-to-begin-this-month/

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Dhiraagu has announced the winners of its Vahmaafushi Zipline Adventure Giveaway, held in partnership with Vahmaafushi Maldives. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/dhiraagu-announces-winners-of-vahmaafushi-zipline-adventure-giveaway/

A mosque built in Addu City’s Hulhudhoo through a waqf donation by Mohamed Solih, recipient of the Order of Distinguished Rule of Muleege, has been officially inaugurated. Read more: https://www.plus.mv/english/new-mosque-inaugurated-in-hulhudhoo-as-work-begins-on-gan-mosque-complex/