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An ‘India out’ plan that could impact the Maldives

The Muizzu administration in the Maldives must recognise that it is not India but China that seeks to weaponise ocean surveys

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The evolving role of the Colombo Security Conclave

TheColombo Security Conclave underscores the evolving dynamics of the Indian Ocean

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What’s the latest blip in India-Maldives ties? | Explained

Why has Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu’s government decided against renewing a hydrographic survey agreement with India? What are the implications, coming soon after a pledge to send back Indian troops stationed in the Indian Ocean archipelago?

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‘India out’: Maldives president eyes Middle East partners with early trips

Mohamed Muizzu broke with long tradition of Maldivian presidents visiting New Delhi first to travel to Ankara instead.

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Viktor Axelsen's Family Vacation: Fun in the Maldives

Get a glimpse into Viktor Axelsen's family vacation in the Maldives! Follow along as they enjoy quality time together, with pictures capturing precious mom...

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Maldives will not renew agreement for joint hydrographic survey with India: top official

Maldives to revoke Hydrographic Survey agreement with India.

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Reef sharks ‘mob-hunt’ stingray in wild scene caught on video

A marine biologist based in the Maldives has shared footage showing blacktip reef sharks attacking a stingray in what was described as "mob-hunting" behavior.

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Indian companies should invest in ‘climate vulnerable’ countries, says former Maldives President

Former Maldives President Nasheed urges Indian companies to invest in clean energy projects in climate-vulnerable countries instead of iron and steel. India is on track to meet its Paris Agreement commitments, and Nasheed has seen interest from Indian investors in renewable energy projects.

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After meeting Modi in Dubai, Maldives President Muizzu claims India has agreed to withdraw troops from the island nation

India and the Maldives are in discussions for keeping the Indian military platforms in the island nation and a core group that both sides agreed to set up will look at the details relating to it, official sources said

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PM Modi, President Muizzu agree to set up core group to further deepen India-Maldives ties

India and the Maldives on Friday agreed to set up a core group to further deepen their partnership, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a “productive” meeting with newly-elected Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu

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At Patina Maldives, sustainability and luxury blend harmoniously

Luxury resort Patina Maldives recently partnered with natural skincare brand Haeckles to craft a bespoke wellbeing range

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Former Maldives President Says India 'Paramount' For Safety As China Is On The Rise

Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed said the future of the island country depended on its relationship with India, and added the new government "will come to understand the intricacies of this."

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77 Indian military personnel in Maldives; new government reviewing more than 100 agreements with India: Official

Maldives President Muizzu requested India to withdraw its military personnel, citing a strong mandate from the people. He also noted the role of two helicopters in providing emergency medical evacuations.

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Maldives ‘requests’ India to withdraw military personnnel

Kiren Rijiju met new Maldivian President Muizzu and reiterated India's commitment to strengthen ties. India's 'Neighbourhood First Policy' was underscored. Rijiju also visited a 4,000 social housing units project and attended an inaugural reception hosted by Muizzu.

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New Maldives president promises to expel foreign military personnel

Mohamed Muizzu, who is seen as pro-China, campaigned on a promise to evict Indian troops from the country.

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Kiren Rijiju arrives in Male to attend Mohamed Muizzu’s swearing-in ceremony

The Maldives’s President-elect Mr. Muizzu won a fiercely contested election in September, garnering 54% of the votes in the poll run-off.

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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju to represent India at Maldives President's oath-taking ceremony

India's Union Minister of Earth Sciences Kiren Rijiju to represent India at Maldivian President-elect Muizzu's oath-taking ceremony. PM Modi's "SAGAR" and "Neighbourhood First Policy" make Maldives India's principal maritime neighbour in IOR.

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Which islands will become uninhabitable due to climate change first?

Climate change is raising sea levels, and many low-lying islands are at risk. But determining which communities will be first to leave is impossible to answer.

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IndiGo resumes Hyderabad-Maldives flights as demand soars

IndiGo Airlines now offers direct flights between Hyderabad and Maldives, departing from the city thrice a week.

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For the first time, breeding nests of crab-plovers spotted at Great Vedaranyam Swamp

Crab-plover, a shore bird that lays eggs in self-excavated burrows, may soon be a resident species of the Indian subcontinent. Five burrow nests were found in an islet near Siruthalaikkadu of Great Vedaranyam Swamp, Tamil Nadu. Researchers found the species was initially believed to only breed in African eastern coast,…

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WHO Southeast Asia members to meet to nominate its regional director, to discuss health issues

Session to also discuss ways to rein in cardiovascular diseases, end neglected tropical diseases and ensure regional health security

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Vasan demands more patrolling by Indian Coast Guard to protect T.N. fishermen

Tamil Maanila Congress president G.K. Vasan appeals to State and Union governments to take measures to secure the release of 12 fishermen from Thoothukudi district arrested by Maldives authorities. He urges Indian Coast Guard to strengthen patrolling to protect TN fishermen from frequent arrests by Sri Lankan authorities and mid-sea…

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CM Stalin asks Centre to secure release of 12 T.N. fishermen detained by Maldivian Coast Guard

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin requests Union Minister Jaishankar to intervene in release of 12 TN fishermen detained by Maldives Coast Guard. Requested to take up matter via diplomatic channels to secure release of fishermen.

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Kanimozhi, Annamalai seek Jaishankar’s intervention for release of T.N. fishermen detained at the Maldives

MP K. Kanimozhi and TN BJP president K. Annamalai wrote to Minister for External Affairs S. Jaishankar to secure release of 12 TN fishermen arrested by Maldivian authorities. Kanimozhi requested Jaishankar to release fishermen and boat at earliest. Annamalai highlighted arrest and requested swift repatriation. He thanked Jaishankar for support…

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