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3 January: Private companies are allowed to operate drug rehabilitation centres in the country.[1]
4 January: President Mohamed Muizzu launches a multimillion-dollar project to upgrade Velana International Airport (VIA) to boost the capacity to 25 million passengers,[2] resulting in the relocation of seaplane terminals to be relocated to Funadhoo for the project to continue.[3] Muizzu plans the creation of an body with the name "Maldives International Financial Services Authority" and plans Funadhoo to be an international financial hub.[4][5]
7 January:
Malé Prison is relocated due to its close proximity to other schools and colleges.[6]
10 January: The website of the Juvenile Court of the Maldives is attacked by Indian hackers.[11][12]
12 January:
Malé and other islands experience flooding and rain.[13] Due to the flooding, Hulhumalé cemetery was flooded and bodies that were to be buried were moved to Galolhu cemetery in Malé.[14] The weather causes flight delays and damages one plane,[15][16] as well as submerging 144 houses[17] and displacing several residents.[18] It was later reported that the capital had 159 mm of rain, the heaviest ever being recorded.[19]
The trial of actor, Mohamed Yunan and his wife Fathimath Rihula ends. They were charged with multiple counts of sexually abusing children in their family from 2019 to 2020.[20]
13 January:
Voters in Malé vote for a new mayor.[21] Adam Azim wins the election.[22]
14 January:
The Maldives calls for the complete withdrawal of the Indian Armed Forces from its territory by March 15 amid a diplomatic dispute between the two countries. India currently has around 80 troops stationed on the archipelago.[23] President Muizzu has given India till March 15 to remove all troops.[24]
Government allows temporary fostering of children under state custody.[28][29]
16 January:
Air in Malé becomes unusually polluted due to the season change from Hulhangu (Southwest monsoon) to Iruvai (Northeast monsoon), with the quality index being 168.[30][31]
Urbanco reverts back to calling themselves Housing Development Corporation (HDC) due to confusion among the public.[32]
The Elections Commission of Maldives (ECM) mandates that individuals wishing to participate in parliamentary elections to open separate bank accounts.[34]
Government constructs temporary mosques in Phase II of Hulhumalé for Ramadan.[35]
21 January: Government establishes the Maldives International Financial Services Authority, which will function under the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade.[37][38]
23 January:
Adam Azim who won the by-election for Malé City Mayor, along with three other elected council members, took the oath of office in a special ceremony held at Dharubaaruge on evening of 22 January.
The People's Majlis sees clashes erupt between minority ruling party MPs and majority opposition MPs over a crucial vote on President Muizzu’s Cabinet. The main opposition party MDP along with The Democrats decide to withhold parliamentary approval for four members of Muizzu’s cabinet ahead of the voting on the cabinet.[45] MPs from the People's National Congress obstruct the sitting as a protest began outside in defense of the ministers.[46][47][48] Several lawmakers are injured and one ruling party member is hospitalised.[49][50][51] Ruling party members submit a No-confidence trial against Speaker Mohamed Aslam and Deputy Speaker Ahmed Saleem.[52]
The People's Majlis approves 19 Cabinet ministers and rejects three others, namely Attorney General Ahmed Usham, Minister of Islamic Affairs Mohamed Shaheem and Ministry of Housing, Land and Urban Development Ali Haidar Ahmed.[55]
Government reintroduces helicopter flight services.[56]
Nationalism Pilot Programme starts in 11 schools across the country, covering four students in Kaafu Atoll, and Seven in different atolls.[57]
Maldives Food and Drug Authority (MFDA) bans Toblerone after it was warned by the European Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed that a batch was contaminated with plastic.[58]
30 January:
Ministers who were rejected by parliament are re-appointed by President Muizzu.[59]
ECM opens applications for parliamentary elections.[60]
MFDA orders a Panadol recall after discovering quality issues and defects with the medicine.[61]
Due to recent row on Lakshadweep and Maldives, India drops to fifth in Maldives Tourism Rankings (as of 28 January 2024). India was ranked first in 2023 Maldives Tourism Rankings before the end of 2023.[62]
Dhiraagu signs a partnership agreement with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to restore the damage caused to Rasfari reef.[63]
31 January:
State Electric Company Limited (STELCO) will provide technical support to Fenaka.[64]
Protest occur over Club Valencia board transfer where it is alleged that Mohamed Tholal, the sports commissioner changed the board members without the club knowing,[65] causing Bassam Adeel Jaleel, ex-president of FAM to lose control over the club.[66]
Desalination plants are established in five islands with Chinese aid.[67]
Prosecutor General Hussain Shameem is attacked on the street with a hammer resulting in him being admitted to ADK Hospital.[68] The MNDF has since strengthened his security detail.[69] The attackers are found to have stalked him for hours beforehand and concealed their identity using helmets.[70] The police summon former president Ibrahim Mohamed Solih after his statement which suggested he has credible information.[71]
Former President and Central Machangolhi Constituency MP Mohamed Nasheed temporarily relocates to Ghana during his hiatus from politics without informing the People's Majlis on how to proceed regarding his responsibilities towards the constituency and the public.[72][73]
Foreign military boards vessels in Maldives Ocean Territory, which is believed to be Indian Coast Guard or Navy by the Yellowfin Tuna Fisherman's Union (Bodu Kanneli Masveringe Union).[74]
MP Eva Abdulla submits motion to review the reappointment of ministers that were dismissed in parliament.[79]
India assigns USD 93 million to be used as free aid to the Maldives.[80]
2 February:
State owned enterprise, Public Service Media (PSM) hosts parliamentary debates featuring candidates running for all 93 constituencies which is being planned to be hosted in the auditorium of the Maldives National University.[81]
The Anti Corruption Commission (ACC) concludes its probe into the complaints of regarding the allocation of Fahi Dhiriulhun Corporation (FDC) built flats.[82]
The two people connected to the attack on PG Hussain Shameem are arrested.[83]
India hosts the second round of deliberations to remove foreign military presence[87] and has agreed to remove all military by May 10.[88]
The Ministry of Defence identifies foreign military that boarded local vessels to be Indian Coastguard Ship 246 and 253.[89] Maldives has also requested India to write a response to explain the jurisdiction behind Indian Coastguards boarding and operating in Maldives EEZ.[90]
A case is filed in the Civil Court regarding the results of the Henveiru Central constituency in ruling PPM/PNC primaries.[92]
3 February:
The Maldives and India agree to replace military personnel with civil personnel.[93]
4 February:
President Muizzu announces that Eid al-Fitr holiday (Starting 20 Ramadan to 3 Shawwal) is an Annual Holiday starting this year.[94]
5 February:
Opposition parties including MDP and The Democrats boycott this year’s presidential address due to Muizzu's failure on security in parliamentarians during the 28 January brawl.[95]
7 February:
Government submits the re-appointed ministers to parliament.[96]
8 February:
Dhivehi and Islam to resume being taught abroad to Maldivians.[97]
The Civil court advises the state against to dismiss the case against the death of Saadha Saudulla who died in Fuvahmulah Hospital due to alleged medical negligence.[98]
9 February:
New policy to carry out medical checkups for immigrant workers.[99]
Rf. 13,000,000 is paid in compensation and pension to eight employees for Aviation Command employees who were dismissed unfairly.[101]
10 February:
The Animal Welfare Ministry hands over plot required to make a cat facility to Male' City Council.[102]
500 athletes from 31 schools across the Maldives attend the Inter-School Athletics Meet in Addu City hosted by the Athletics Association of Maldives.[103]
Videos circulates where State Ministers supporting non-PPM/PNC candidates and complaints emerge.[104]
Maldives Airports Company Limited (MACL) chairman Mohamed Umar Manik (MU Manik) resigns.[110]
Deputy Speaker Ahmed Saleem proposes an amendment to summon President Muizzu and Vice President Hussain Mohamed Latheef to parliament for questioning.[111]
Applications for the taxi driver register opens.[112]
Two people are arrested for the assault on women's football team member Mayan.[113]
Rent will be taken for MPL flats after all employees moving.[114]
T Rex Basketball Club wins the National Basketball League.[121]
Installation of additional elevators in Hulhumale' Hiya Flats is contracted to a Chinese company.[122]
Younger children enrolled to higher preschool grades to be repeated.[123]
Holhudhoo Constituency MP Yoonus Ali proposes a motion to Parliament to summon members of the former Flat Committee that were active alongside the ACC members to Parliament for questioning.[124]
The no confidence motion against Speaker Aslam and Deputy Speaker Saleem is withdrawn.[125]
Health Ministry plans to build Cancer Hospital behind Dharumavantha Hospital.[128]
Maldives High Court stops Gulhifalhu reclamation due to a court case being filed that it was being conducted in an unfriendly way to the environment. The state appeals to the Supreme Court.[129]
Department of National Registry (DNR) changes policy to allow issuance of ID cards to other individuals if they come with a letter by the owner permitting access.[134]
21 February:
Maldives donation of two million tuna cans to the Gaza Strip is delayed.[135]
National Mental Helpline is established, its helpline number being 1677.[136]
The Indian High Commission in Maldives confirms that onion exports will proceed under a separate bilateral agreement.[137]
The special ceremony held at Artificial Beach Monday night commemorated the resounding victory of PNC and affiliated party candidates in the parliamentary elections.
New amendments to the Maldives Customs employee regulations that only individuals holding the rank above Chief Superintendent can be eligible for the Deputy Commissioner of Customs post.[176]
Two accidents in Fuvahmulah, leaving one with serious injuries.[177]
The Settlement committee was planned to give land, money, and lagoons as compensation but was halted and the committee was dissolved.[178]
30 April: Foakaidhoo experiences flooding after 2 hours of heavy rainfall.[179]
A 61-year-old man was arrested in connection with a sexual abuse case of a 12-year-old girl.[186]
Homeland Security Minister, Ali Ihusaan, announces photograph and fingerprint collection of expatriate workers.[187]
President Muizzu announces that April's electricity bills to include discount.[188]
3 May:
60-year-old man that was arrested for doing sorcery against PNC candidate Mamdhooh was remanded in custody for 15 days, while residents of the island protested against him and calling for just punishment against him.[189]
President Muizzu assures local media that he will provide special allowance or incentives to address the concern of media outlets receiving low income.[190]
MDP accuses government of trying to mislead the public about obstructing freedom of press.[191]
Old faces have made a comeback on the news channel, PSM News's special coverage held yesterday on occasion of their anniversary.[193]
4 May:
Yaya Nabeel, A TikToker whose famous on cross-dressing was arrested, he was also arrested in 2021 after he posted a video on TikTok showing his nude body, then later released with a warning.[194][195]
Parliament passes motion to notify government to allocate flats to applicants according to the list published during the Solih administration, which the government announces that it would violate the rights of many.[204][205]
The Criminal Court verdict of that acquitted all the suspects of the murder of Mohamed Anas has been appealed at the High Court.[206][207]
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