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Laura Anderson 'hurt' by cruel backlash over luxury Maldives holiday
Yorkshire Live
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June 16, 2025
Love Island's Laura Anderson hit back at trolls last week after they scathingly criticised her for enjoying her first break without her child alongside her boyfriend, Dundee footballer Clark Robertson. Now, a source has revealed to OK! that the 36...
Good news for Indians, after Thailand, Philippines, Maldives, Palau, this country has eased visa rules for travellers to boost tourism, it is...
DNA India
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The goal is to increase tourism, promote cultural exchanges, and build closer ties between the two nations. In a move to strengthen ties with India and promote tourism, Georgia has relaxed its visa rules for Indian citizens. As per a report by The...
Maldives’ Finest Hospitality Professionals Recognised at Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025
The islandchief
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The Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025, presented by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), recognised the exceptional individuals and teams behind the country's world-renowned tourism sector during a grand ceremony held Saturday evening at Barceló Nasandhura Malé....
Maldives leads anti-scam op with 21% recovery rate
Sun Online International
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The Maldives Police Service recorded a 21 percent scam recovery rate in Operation Frontier+, marking the highest recovery rate among seven Asian countries that participated in the month-long joint operation to fight cross-border fraud. Held from...
Laura Anderson takes savage swipe at ex Gary Lucy as she spends Father's Day alone with their daughter Bonnie - after claiming 'co-parenting and financial support didn't exist'
Daily Mail
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June 16, 2025
Laura Anderson has taken yet another savage swipe at ex Gary Lucy as she spent Father's Day alone with their daughter Bonnie on Sunday. The former Love Island star, 36, shares the 21-month-old with the former Hollyoaks actor, 43, who she split...
India highlights role in Maldives’ foreign exchange reserve boost amid Fitch’s stable rating
Ras Online
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India has welcomed the recent increase in Maldives’ foreign exchange (FX) reserves, attributing it to the \$400 million currency swap arrangement between the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA). The drawdown under...
Air Pollution Is The Number One Health Risk Factor In Nepal
New Spotlight Nepal
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Air pollution is the number one risk factor for death and disability in Nepal. Single-sector solutions are not sufficient to meet any clean air target. Public policy and investment need to optimize air quality actions across sectors, prioritizing...
Universal Resorts to stop paying service charge in USD
Raajje
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Universal Resorts has announced their decision to stop paying service charge in U.S. dollars. It has been reported that a circular signed by the company's Chief Operating Officer highlights that after considering important factors and...
India “pleased” with boost in Maldives’ foreign reserves following USD 400mn aid
Raajje
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Referring to Fitch's latest credit rating, India has said that "due to the aid provided by the country, the foreign currency shortage facing the Maldives, as noted in the Fitch credit rating, has been somewhat alleviated." In a statement released...
Pizza Hut Appoints CFO and CPO to Drive Growth in South Asia
SightsIn Plus
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June 17, 2025
- Advertisement - Pizza Hut, a division of US-based Yum! Brands, has announced the appointment of Pranav Dahiya as Chief Financial & Strategy Officer and Nazia Abidi as Chief People & Culture Officer for the Indian Subcontinent. These leadership...
'Fiscal reforms in progress to attract investment'
Sun Online International
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Special Envoy of the President, former president Dr. Mohamed Waheed Hassan Manik citing that the Maldivian economy remains strong, states fiscal reforms are in progress to ensure long-term stability and create an investment-friendly climate...
Philippines to adopt OECD cryptocurrency tax framework
Inquirer
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June 18, 2025
Ralph Recto MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government has committed to implement a globally agreed framework on taxing cryptocurrency assets to fight cross-border tax evasion and illicit financial flows, the Department of Finance (DOF) said....
Crypto-asset framework up for implementation
Philstar
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June 17, 2025
MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines is looking to implement an Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)-led crypto-asset reporting framework (CARF) in a bid to address cross-border tax evasion and illicit financial flows. In...
Maldives hosts Hard Rock Cafe’s global burger battle featuring local flavours
Hotelier Maldives
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June 14, 2025
Today, Hard Rock Cafe will kick off its annual World Burger Tour competition in celebration of Hard Rock International Founders’ Day. Hard Rock Cafe chefs from around the world were challenged to develop unique burger creations that showcase...
Maldives Reports 6% Revenue Increase and 22% Expenditure Decrease in 2025
The Maldives Journal
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The Ministry of Finance has announced a 6% increase in state revenue and a 22% decrease in expenditure, according to its Weekly Fiscal Development Report released this week. The figures reflect the financial performance of the Maldives up to June...
Maldivian pilgrims begun returning after Hajj
Sun Online International
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Maldivian pilgrims who traveled to Saudi Arabia for this year’s Hajj pilgrimage have begun returning to the Maldives. A total of 1,000 Maldivians traveled to Saudi Arabia for this year’s Hajj pilgrimage under the oversight of Maldives Hajj...
Ooredoo hosts Community Clash MLBB tournament
Sun Online International
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Ooredoo Maldives has successfully concluded the Ooredoo Nation MLBB Community Clash, a thrilling Mobile Legends: Bang Bang tournament. Held in partnership with Filipino’s in Maldives Basketball Association (FIMBA), the event was a part of...
Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025 honours top professionals in Maldivian hospitality
Hotelier Maldives
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June 14, 2025
The pinnacle of Maldivian hospitality was celebrated Saturday evening as Hotelier Maldives hosted the prestigious Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025. Presented by Bestbuy Maldives (BBM), the grand ceremony at Barceló Nasandhura Male’ honoured the...
4 long-serving hospitality professionals recognised at Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025
Hotelier Maldives
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June 14, 2025
Hotelier Maldives presented four special awards for Dedicated Service at the Hotelier Maldives Awards 2025, held Saturday evening at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, recognising individuals whose careers have helped shape the Maldivian hospitality...
India 'satisfied' with $400 million currency swap that boosted Maldives' FX reserves
The Economic Times
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June 14, 2025
India on Saturday noted with satisfaction that the USD 400 million currency swap between Male and New Delhi helped boost Maldives' foreign exchange (FX) reserves. The comments by the Indian High Commission in Maldives came after global credit...