In the Star Trek universe, starships like the Defiant and Voyager use advanced deception technologies like holographic decoys and cloaking devices to mislead enemies. Similarly, Chinese defense researchers have created a system that enables a warship to appear as a fleet of “ghosts” on radar through coordinated electronic jamming. In a recent development in electronic
Israel issued its strongest threat yet against Iran on Thursday, warning it would do to it what it has done to Hamas in Gaza after an attack on Ben Gurion airport by Iran-backed Houthis. Along with Hezbollah and Hamas, Yemen’s Houthi militants are part of Iran’s “axis of resistance” against Israel and its ally the
Nuclear war with India could break out ‘at any time’, Pakistan’s defence minister has said, as fears of tit-for-tat bloodshed continue to grow. Speaking to Pakistani TV channel Geo News, the country’s defence minister Khawaja Asif said last night: ‘If they [India] impose an all-out war on the region and if such dangers arise in which there
Strange are the ways strong and at times autocratic government leaders in nations, big and small, end up facing unexpected political pressure from equally unexpected quarters, that too at an unexpected time. At a time when Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu is seen as consolidating political power in the long run-up to his 2028 re-election bid,
All 75 Indian soldiers who were previously stationed in the Maldives have now been brought back to their home country, according to Defence Minister Ghassan Maumoon’s statement in today’s Parliament session. It was confirmed that the Indian personnel did not carry weapons during their time in the Maldives. In response to queries from Parliament members,
Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians eat only one meal every two or three days amid a crippling Israeli blockade on the Gaza Strip, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) said yesterday. “More than 66,000 children in Gaza are suffering from severe malnutrition,” UNRWA spokesman Adnan Abu Hasna told Al-Ghad TV in an interview. Since 2 March,
In a message sent to the media, the police said the dead body identified as 46-year-old Abdulla Mufid. His body was found in a toilet on the fourth floor of a house in Henveire, police said
Several flights from Middle East to Islamabad and Lahore are diverting due to strikes in Pakistani Kashmir. Flights from Doha, Dubai, to Pakistan or having to fly over Pakistan are diverting and turning around. India has attacked Pakistan in three locations using missiles, Pakistani military spokesman tells Ary News. Finnair flight from Singapore to Helsinki
Indian armed forces Strikes Pakistan’s Three Cities with Missiles India says it attacked nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir The Indian armed forces have confirmed it targeted nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir as part of “Operation Sindoor”. A statement from the Indian armed forces reads: A little while ago, the
Lawyer and Former Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs Abdulla Mahzum Majid has filed a defamation case against social media activist Ahmed Ashraf (Shumba Gong) In a statement, Mazhzooms’ MM Chambers said that a page, account and channel called MV Crisis run by shumba gong had published a news report on various social media platforms, in
Indian Idol 12 winner Pawandeep Rajan is in ICU after a 6-hour surgery following road accident, to be operated on again Delhi: The team of Pawandeep Rajan, Indian Idol season 12 winner, has shared a statement a day after he met with a car accident. Taking to his Instagram Stories on Tuesday, his team said
In the case of a conflict, it will be interesting to see how the neigbouring countries of India like China, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives and Bhutan will react and choose sides. India-Pakistan war: There has been a massive rise in tensions between India and Pakistan after twenty-six people were killed in a barbaric terrorist attack in
Renowned international human rights activist Muheed Jeeran met with former Minister of Defence and National Security of the Republic of Maldives, Ameen Faisal, to discuss current affairs in the country. The focus of the meeting was on the ongoing youth protest seeking justice for Yumna, as well as the lack of justice for the bomb
A London-bound Qantas flight from Perth, Australia, landed at Velana International Airport in the Maldives following a medical emergency. Flight QF9 took off from The Path at 6.30 pm on Monday. After spending eight hours on the 18-hour journey, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner had to be diverted to the capital due to a medical emergency
According to police reports today, a man suffered injuries after a motorcycle collided with the fence of Hankede Bridge in Addu City while traveling at a high speed. The motorcycle was reportedly heading from Hithadhoo towards Maradhoo when it lost control and crashed into the bridge fence. Authorities mentioned that one person injured in the
A human rights organisation has revealed the identity of the Israeli officer directly responsible for the killing of Palestinian child Hind Rajab, her family, and the two medics who tried to save her in the Tel al-Hawa neighbourhood, Gaza City, on 29 January 2024. In a statement released on Saturday, the Hind Rajab Foundation, an
On the fourth anniversary of the assassination attempt on former President Mohamed Nasheed, the Democrats have called for an expedited investigation and swift delivery of justice. Despite Minister of Defence Mohamed Ghassan Maumoon stating last year that new information had been received regarding the attack, no further actions have been taken by State institutions. The
Maldives Police Service is searching for 15-year-old girl who went missing from a school in Hulhumale’ Phase 2. A case was registered at 0830 hrs. So far, the police have been able to confirm that the girl, who had gone to school from Hiyaa Tower 8, did not attend school. Police, education ministry and school
The Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on Saturday conducted a marathon press conference lasting nearly 15 hours. The marathon session, which began at 10:00 a.m. (0500 GMT) on Saturday and stretched past midnight, broke the previous record of 14 hours set by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in 2019. According to the President’s Office, Muizzu, 46, answered
Maldivss Police have initiated an investigation after a pickup fled from Bodurasgefaanu Magu tonight, leaving behind three black bags. Upon inspection, officers discovered 221 cartons of American Legend cigarettes believed to have been smuggled into the country. Three Bangladeshi nationals were arrested at the scene.
President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has delivered good governance for the country and its people from 2018 to 2023. During his five-year term in office, its now proved that he did not sign any agreement that would undermine the country’s independence and sovereignty in the slightest says Male’ City Mayor , Adam Azim.
Fenaka said the entire Hithadhoo was without power due to a technical snag. The power cut occurred around 6.20 am. Over the past 8 months, Addu City faced power outages on 84 out of 175 days. That’s nearly one in every two days. In February 2025 alone, electricity was cut for over an hour on
Former President Mohamed Nasheed has said that the presidential system is the root of many of the bad things in the Maldives. Former leader of Maldives, Nasheed said in a post on X that he believed that the rule of the presidential system was at the root of many of the country’s ills. President Nasheed
Male’ Maldives : Jazan is set to open its 21st annual Mango and Tropical Fruits Festival next Wednesday at Sabya Front where farmers will showcase more than 60 varieties of mangoes native to the region and other tropical fruits. Mohammed Al-Atif, director general of the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture’s Jazan branch, said that
The government of Maldives said it plans to build an $8.8 billion financial hub backed by Dubai-based MBS Global Investments as the country seeks to address a debt crisis. The Maldives International Finance Centre, to be built in the capital Malé over the next five years, will have no corporate taxes or residency requirements and
MNUSU has officially partnered with Bank of Maldives as a Bronze Partner for Dhiraagu MNUSU Futsal Fiesta 2025! This impactful collaboration is set to enhance the tournament experience while reinforcing our mutual dedication to youth empowerment and the growth of student sports. The partnership was officially sealed through a signing between Ms. Azhar Nahma Nazim,
The Maldivian youth, fueled by a deep sense of injustice and a desire for accountability, have been protesting for the eighth consecutive night in solidarity with the #JusticeforYumnu movement. With unwavering determination, they have taken to the streets, demanding answers and seeking justice Yumnu, fallen from highrise building in capital male’ now in critical condition.
Former Maldivian Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid on Saturday criticised President Mohamed Muizzu for claiming there are “no serious concerns” with India-related agreements, accusing him of political double standards and misleading the public during his election campaign. Shahid said that Muizzu, who now downplays tensions with India, had campaigned in the 2023 Presidential Elections on the
The condition of Hawa Yumnu Rashid, who sustained serious injuries after he fell on the roof of a House in Henveiru, is stable and will undergo further surgery, his family said on Monday. family’s message : “She’s awake and stable in ICU, but still in deep shock. feeding tube is removed. She can now take
On Friday, May 02, 2025, the institutions of Kolamafushi jointly held a protest against the atrocities committed against the Palestinian people. A fundraising event was also organized by the PTA of Gaa atoll madrasa to help the Palestinian people
Maldives Supreme Court Judges Removed Despite Warning from UN. The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has approved the report of a small committee of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) regarding the removal of Justice Azmiralda Zahir and Mahaz Ali Zahir of the Supreme Court
Maldives Democratic Alliance Leaves President Muizz’s Government Coalition. Speaking to reporters at the President’s Office yesterday, President Muizzu said that only the ruling party is with the government is PNC. and MDA has pulled out of the coalition, which was part of the coalition formed in the presidential elections. President Muizzu said the MDA pulled
Maldives, 04 May 2025 – Maldives youth protest leaders who were arrested by Maldivian police on Friday evening have been released following a day in custody. The leaders, who were remanded for 3 days, were released on Saturday night and have announced their intention to rejoin the protest to seek justice for Yumnu. International Human
Youth Protest Organizers Released from Police Custody. details coming up..
“The previous government’s military agreements with other countries have nothing to worry about,” president muizzu Bilateral negotiations are on the same page. There are no issues. However, since I have promised to disclose agreements, can i do the process of disclosure through bilateral discussions? There are nothing to worry about ” he said
