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  Maldives President Muizzu invited for oath-taking ceremony of PM Modi: Reports

  World | June 06, 2024 18:26 IST

  Muizzu was invited a day after he congratulated Modi following the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) Lok Sabha Elections victory. 

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  India’s helicopters being flown with Maldives defence personnel onboard: Report

  World | June 04, 2024 18:34 IST

  Several weeks following the withdrawal of Indian military personnel from the Maldives, the two helicopters donated by New Delhi to the island nation are now being consistently utilized, with an MNDF soldier accompanying each operation.

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  'Thanks to Maldives, Israelis can now explore beauty of Lakshadweep': Israel after Muizzu's decision

  World | June 03, 2024 21:39 IST

  The Israeli Foreign Ministry made the recommendations after the Maldivian government's decision to make the legal amendments necessary to ban entry into the Maldives on Israeli passports as soon as possible.

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  Maldives announces to impose ban on Israeli passport due to THIS reason, latter issues advisory

  World | June 03, 2024 0:00 IST

  The Maldives government is set to prohibit entry for Israelis into the stunning Indian Ocean archipelago famous for its opulent resorts. This decision from Male follows mounting public outcry in the primarily Muslim country regarding the conflict in Gaza.

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  'Will consider only if...': MEA rejects Maldives minister's 'India seeking FTA with Male' claim

  World | May 30, 2024 19:08 IST

  Denying reports of offering any Free Trade Agreement (FTA) proposals to Maldives, the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday said that if Maldives is considering FTA with India, it will surely be looked into.

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  India negotiating free trade agreement with Maldives despite turbulent relations with Muizzu: Report

  World | May 26, 2024 13:01 IST

  According to the Maldives trade minister, President Muizzu has offered free trade agreements to all countries, in order to enter into agreements with as many countries as possible to offer ease in trade activities.

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  Maldives to launch India's RuPay service despite tensions between two nations

  World | May 23, 2024 20:31 IST

  Despite the challenges in their relationship, the Maldives is set to introduce India's RuPay service, hailed by a senior minister as a means to "strengthen the Maldivian Rufiyaa." RuPay, developed by the NPCI, stands as India's pioneering card payment network.

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  Did Indian Navy helicopter land in Maldives without approval in 2019? India issues clarification

  World | May 14, 2024 19:09 IST

  The Indian side, in a statement released on Tuesday, noted that a Maldivian government official had incorrectly mentioned the landing of a helicopter in Thimarafushi (Thaa Atoll) without the authorization of the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF).

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  India extends budgetary support to Maldives with $50 million for additional year despite frosty ties

  World | May 13, 2024 17:46 IST

  The SBI provided the Maldives with a rollover of a $50 million Treasury Bill, which is a unique government-to-government arrangement at zero cost. The financial support came despite strained ties between the two countries after pro-China President Mohamed Muizzu came to power.

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  Maldivian pilots not capable of operating aviation platforms gifted by India, says Defence Minister

  World | May 13, 2024 9:52 IST

  The Maldivian minister's remarks came days after India completed the withdrawal of 76 military personnel from the archipelago nation. His remarks came as a surprise as officials from the current administration previously claimed that there were capable pilots in the military.

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  India extends debt repayment deadline: Maldives Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer

  World | May 12, 2024 22:41 IST

  The foreign ministers of India and the Maldives met in New Delhi for the first time ever since relations between the two neighbouring nations soured. External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar stressed that relations between the two nations are dependent on mutual interests.

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  76 Indian troops replaced by civilians in Maldives to operate India-gifted aviation platforms

  World | May 11, 2024 17:46 IST

  Indian soldiers operating the aviation platforms have been replaced by civilian employees of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), said Maldives' foreign minister Moosa Zameer. India-Maldives ties deteriorated after President Mohamed Muizzu demanded the expulsion of Indian troops.

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  India completes withdrawal of troops from Maldives ahead of today's deadline

  World | May 10, 2024 16:32 IST

  Maldives' pro-China President Mohamed Muizzu set the deadline of May 10 for the complete withdrawal of Indian military personnel from the country. Muizzu has previously accused India of meddling in the internal affairs of the Maldives, despite it being a crucial maritime neighbour.

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  'Will ensure it's not repeated': Maldives' foreign minister on derogatory remarks towards PM Modi

  World | May 10, 2024 11:59 IST

  Relations between India and the Maldives soured after three Maldivian deputy ministers made derogatory remarks towards PM Modi, leading to a tourism boycott of the country. The bilateral relations were already in hot waters due to President Mohamed Muizzu's pro-China policies.

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  'Neighbourhood first': Jaishankar assures his Maldivian counterpart in a fresh attempt to mend ties

  World | May 09, 2024 20:58 IST

  In his opening remarks, Jaishankar extended a "very very warm welcome" to Zameer on his first visit to the country in his current capacity, which the EAM said provides an opportunity to discuss bilateral ties and chart out future directions.

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  Maldives Foreign Minister in India for first time after tensions flare between Male, New Delhi

  World | May 08, 2024 22:20 IST

  Announcing Zameer's visit, the Ministry of External Affairs said it is expected to lend further momentum to the bilateral cooperation.

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  Maldives urges Indians to be part of their tourism: 5 famous tourist spots in archipelago

  Travel | May 08, 2024 13:05 IST

  The Maldives is a destination that offers something for everyone. Whether you are looking for a romantic vacation, a family getaway, or an adventure-filled trip, this archipelago has it all.

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  India calls back 51 personnel from Maldives, confirms island nation as withdrawal deadline looms

  World | May 07, 2024 19:27 IST

  According to previous announcements by the Maldives government, 88 Indian soldiers were stationed in the country to operate two helicopters, a Dornier aircraft and at the Senahiya military hospital. The two helicopters and the Dronier aircraft were gifted by India.

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  'Our economy depends on it': Maldives urges Indians to contribute to its tourism as numbers decline

  World | May 07, 2024 9:16 IST

  The number of Indian tourists in the Maldives has sharply declined in 2024, taking it from the topmost to the sixth position after January following a decrease of 42 per cent in arrivals. This decline has been attributed to President Mohamed Muizzu's pro-China foreign policy.

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  India, Maldives review withdrawal of Indian military personnel from the island nation

  World | May 03, 2024 22:22 IST

  Mohamed Muizzu, widely seen as a pro-China leader, pushed for ousting Indian military personnel from his country after assuming charge as the president of the island nation.