Maldives President
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PM Modi emphasises ‘friendship first’ as India extends Rs 4,850 crore credit line to Maldives
India | Jul 25, 2025, 06:48 PM ISTPM Modi said, "This year, India and Maldives are also celebrating 60 years of their diplomatic relations. But the roots of our relations are older than history and as deep as the sea."
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India deserves apology: Maldives ex-minister after Muizzu admits no concerns in ties with New Delhi
World | May 04, 2025, 07:28 AM ISTEarlier in 2024, a massive row was triggered between India and Maldives under the Muizzu presidency after the Maldives deputy minister, along with other cabinet members and government officials, made disparaging references to PM Modi's Lakshadweep visit.
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Maldivian President to visit India 'very soon', months after attending PM Modi's swearing-in event
World | Sep 10, 2024, 07:23 PM ISTThe Maldivian spokesperson said that while the exact date for the trip is yet to be finalised, the two sides are discussing a date, which is convenient to the leaders of both countries.
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Maldives probe alleged attempt to topple govt, Muizzu accuses opposition of 'financial' coup
World | Aug 28, 2024, 10:37 AM ISTMaldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has accused the opposition of attempting to stage a "financial coup" and said all those behind the plot to topple his government would be brought to justice.
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'Thank you, India for...', says pro-China Maldivian President Muizzu in a rare gesture | KNOW WHY
World | Jul 28, 2024, 01:50 PM ISTThe Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) informed local media that medical evacuation services have resumed via Dornier flights and helicopters, now operated by a civilian crew sent from India.
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PM Modi extends greetings to Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on Eid-Al-Adha
World | Jun 17, 2024, 06:04 AM ISTThe relations between India and the Maldives were strained after Muizzu rose to power on an 'India Out' campaign and demanded the expulsion of Indian troops from his country. However, the relations seem to have thawed a bit after Muizzu attended PM Modi's oath-taking ceremony on June 9.
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PM Modi sits next to Maldives' Muizzu at Presidential banquet amid strained ties, photo goes viral
World | Jun 10, 2024, 03:01 PM ISTAt the dinner, Muizzu was seen sitting next to PM Modi, sharing a laugh. The photo of the same went viral on social media platforms, where netizens started speculating about the conversation between the two world leaders.
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Muizzu's party wins Maldives polls despite geopolitical turbulence: What does this mean for India?
Explainers | Apr 22, 2024, 03:04 PM ISTMaldives voters handed President Mohamed Muizzu's party a landslide win at parliamentary elections, an outcome set to shift the Indian Ocean archipelago closer to China and away from traditional partner India.
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PM Modi wishes Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu on Eid-ul-Fitr amid frosty relations
World | Apr 10, 2024, 08:43 PM ISTPM Modi's greetings to Muizzu comes as the two countries are experiencing strained ties over the latter's decision to expel Indian military personnel from the archipelago nation. Several Muslim countries are celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr on Wednesday, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
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'Muizzu must stop being stubborn, seek dialogue with neighbours to overcome...': Ex-President
World | Mar 25, 2024, 12:54 PM ISTSolih said he had seen media reports that suggest Maldives President Muizzu wants to talk to India for debt restructuring. However, the financial challenges are not caused by Indian loans.
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Maldives' maritime surveillance not a concern of 'external parties': Muizzu's latest attack on India
World | Mar 17, 2024, 04:57 PM ISThe pro-China Maldivian leader's remarks came days after the first batch of Indian military personnel operating a helicopter gifted by India left the island nation after Muizzu stepped up his anti-India rhetoric.
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Maldives ex-President relocates to Ghana without informing Parliament amid political turbulence
World | Jan 31, 2024, 10:55 PM ISTThe Parliament on Wednesday said Nasheed, the incumbent Central Machangolhi parliamentarian, did not inform it before temporarily moving to Ghana.
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Why did Maldives President Muizzu ditch India for Turkey on his first foreign visit?
World | Nov 28, 2023, 05:18 PM ISTMuizzu departed for Turkey on Sunday with First Lady Sajidha Mohamed and met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during his visit. He recently secured UAE aid for India-funded Male Airport project, signalling a change in foreign policy to reduce dependence on India.
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Explained | Why does Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu want Indian security personnel out?
Explainers | Nov 24, 2023, 10:28 AM ISTMuizzu formally requested India to withdraw its military personnel from the country during a meeting with Union Minister Kiren Rijiju. India and the Maldives agreed to discuss 'workable solutions' to continue the use of Indian military platforms, said government sources.
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Maldives newly elected President again vows to remove Indian troops, says will have no foreign army
World | Nov 18, 2023, 11:56 AM ISTMuizzu, a close associate of former Maldives President Abdulla Yameen who forged close ties with China during his Presidency from 2013 to 2018, defeated India-friendly incumbent Solih in the presidential runoff held in September.
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Mohamed Muizzu takes oath as eighth President of Maldives, Rijiju attends event in place of PM Modi
World | Nov 17, 2023, 07:06 PM ISTApart from Rijiju, the ceremony was well attended by several leaders from South Asia, diplomats, and even some former presidents from all over the world. The ceremony was attended by former president Ibrahim Mohamed Solih of the outgoing administration.
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Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed injured in bomb blast
World | May 06, 2021, 11:10 PM ISTMaldives' former president and current Parliament Speaker Mohamed Nasheed has been injured in a blast Thursday near his home and was being treated in a hospital in the capital, police said.
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India extends $1.4 bn assistance to Maldives, vows to deepen cooperation for Indian Ocean security
India | Dec 18, 2018, 07:07 AM IST"We held successful talks in a cordial atmosphere. We vowed to strengthen ties," Modi said in his press statement, with Solih by his side.
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There was no backup plan for water crisis: Maldives president
World | Dec 08, 2014, 01:23 PM ISTMale: Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen has admitted that the water crisis in the capital city was caused by lack of preparedness but his government has done well to bring the situation under control, authorities said
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Maldives President Willing To Submit To Probe Into Transfer Of Power
World | Feb 12, 2012, 12:38 PM ISTMale, Feb 12 : A visiting U.S. official said on Saturday that the Maldives wasn't ready for early elections as a way out of its political crisis as the Indian Ocean nation's new president agreed