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Katrina Kaif Is Now The Face Of Maldives Tourism—Says It’s “Where Elegance Meets...
Katrina Kaif has been one of the most prominent and sought-after names in the Bollywood industry. From her ethereal charm to her impeccable fitness to her outstanding dancing skills to her business acumen, we don’t know what to rave about more! Of...

Air Arabia expands Maldives service with 2 daily flights
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, has announced the expansion of its existing service between Sharjah and Maldives to twice daily non-stop flights starting October 27, 2025. The...

Road Development Corporation Initiates Restructuring to Combat Corruption
The Road Development Corporation (RDC) has embarked on a comprehensive restructuring initiative aimed at eliminating corruption and enhancing organizational integrity, according to Managing Director Ali Zuhair. In an interview with state media,...

Maldivian adds fifth ATR aircraft to fleet
Maldivian, the national airline, has added a new ATR aircraft to its fleet. The 46-seat ATR 600-42 aircraft arrived at Velana International Airport (VIA) on Saturday. Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim, Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) and...

Mumbai News: Special CBI Court Denies 6-Month Blanket Foreign Travel Plea To Accused In ₹297 Crore Parekh Aluminex Bank Fraud Case
CBI Court Denies Blanket 6-Month Foreign Travel Plea in ₹297 Crore Bank Fraud Case | File Pic (Representative Photo) Mumbai: In the fraud case involving Parekh Aluminex Ltd (PAL), accused of cheating Indian Overseas Bank of Rs 297.56 crore by...

Maldives welcomes one millionth tourist of 2025
The one millionth tourist of this year has arrived in the Maldives. The one millionth visitor to the Maldives for the year is an Indian citizen named Kajal Singh. Singh arrived in the Maldives at 12:55pm on Saturday. The one millionth tourist of...

Maldives welcomes one-millionth tourist of the year
The Maldives welcomed its one millionth tourist for the year on Saturday. The one millionth tourist was an Indian tourist named Kajal Singh, who is Kajal's first time visiting the Maldives. Tourism Minister Thoriq Ibrahim, along with senior...

Maldives Welcomes Kajal Singh, the One Millionth Tourist of 2025
The Maldives has welcomed its 1 millionth tourist of 2025 on 7th June 2025, the fastest that the country has achieved a million tourists in our nation’s history. Kajal Singh, an Indian national, arrived in the Maldives today on IndiGo flight 6E...

Maldives welcomes one millionth tourist of 2025—fastest in nation’s history
The Maldives has marked a historic tourism milestone by welcoming its one millionth tourist of 2025 on June 7, achieving the feat faster than ever before. Kajal Singh, an Indian national visiting the Maldives for her honeymoon, arrived at Velana...
Air Arabia doubles frequency to the Maldives
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, today announced the expansion of its existing service between Sharjah and Maldives to twice daily non-stop flights starting October 27. The increase...

Keerthy Suresh's honeymoon 2.0 pics from Maldives are too cute to miss: Beach, sun, clear water and the actress
Keerthy Suresh is living her best newlywed life, and her fans are absolutely here for it. After a magical wedding in Goa last December and a serene honeymoon in Thailand, the Dasara actress is now soaking in the sun and love on a second honeymoon...
Maldives accords a warm welcome to One Millionth Tourist this year
Maldives,on Saturday 7th June,celebrated the one Millionth Tourist arrival of 2025.Colourful celebrations were held at Velana International Airport on Saturday to mark this achievement. It is noteworthy that this is the earliest to reach the...

Meet actress who became Global brand ambassador of Maldives, has a net worth of Rs 200 crore, is married to Bollywood's famous..., her name is..., her husband is...
Home Entertainment Meet actress who became Global brand ambassador of Maldives, has a net worth of Rs 200 crore, is married to Bollywood’s famous…, her name is…, her husband is… This actress from Bollywood has became global brand ambassador of...

Pizza Hut appoints Nazia Abidi as Chief People & Culture Officer - Indian Subcontinent
Nazia Abidi, Chief People & Culture Officer - Indian Subcontinent, Pizza Hut Pizza Hut, a division of US-based Yum! Brands, on Tuesday announced the appointment of Pranav Dahiya as Chief Financial & Strategy Officer and Nazia Abidi as Chief People...

Maldives hits 1 million tourists in record time
Maldives has welcomed its 1 millionth tourist of 2025 on 7th June 2025, the fastest that the country has achieved a million tourists in our nation’s history. Kajal Singh, an Indian national, arrived in the Maldives today on IndiGo flight 6E 1131...

Paul Kapur, Trump’s nominee for key South Asian Affairs role, vows to advance India-US ties in trade, tech at Senate hearing
While the next US Ambassador to India is yet to be named, Indian-American S Paul Kapur is President Donald Trump’s nominee for the position of Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, a top diplomatic position wherein he...

Thailand, Maldives A Passé. Check This Less Explored Island That's Now Visa-Free For Indians
Last Updated:June 11, 2025, 10:48 IST Palau, located in the western Pacific, is a paradise of natural beauty, pristine beaches and tranquil vibes. Indians can visit Palau visa-free for a period of 30 days. (Photo Credits: Instagram)Planning a trip...

Checking into an overwater villa that doesn't require a flight to the Maldives
If I told you I was writing these words from a small island with the sun shining on to the deck of my overwater villa, fresh from my floating breakfast served in a private pool, you'd likely assume I was in the Maldives. It's a good guess, as the...

Visit Maldives Unveils Katrina Kaif as Global Brand Ambassador for the Sunny Side of Life
Maldives is delighted to announce Katrina Kaif, lifestyle icon, as the Global Brand Ambassador for the Maldives. This exciting collaboration comes on the heels of Visit Maldives’ special Summer Sale Campaign, designed to entice more travellers to...

A $400 Million Gamble Created The Maldives’ Wildest Resort
Speeding around the island in a jet car is one of many experiences available to guests at Siyam World. Sun Siyam Maldivian islands are known for quiet luxury: spa treatments, perhaps a snorkel or two and barefoot candlelight dinners on the beach....