Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Today’s episode covers the opposition’s no‑confidence motion against Minister Mohamed Saeed over economic concerns, President Muizzu’s pledge for island‑wide development and new digital ID, and the entry into force of the Maldives‑Turkey trade pact. We also discuss a sharp drop in fish exports, health‑care challenges in the atolls, ongoing storm recovery, and Maziya’s Charity Shield win.The show also highlights community efforts such as a youth parliament program, new SME grants, and a STELCO drawing contest, while noting a rise in theft and ongoing search for missing crew after a landing craft capsized.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Today’s episode highlights urgent maritime accidents—a capsized landing craft and a grounded safari boat—prompting safety warnings, and flight diversions at Velana International Airport. We discuss stalled harbour projects, political criticism of the President’s rollout, and Transparency Maldives’ election observations.The President unveiled a National Advisory Council, Youth Parliament, and a smart‑ID rollout. New financial services include an India‑Maldives payment corridor and the appointment of the Maldives’ first chair of the Asian Bankers Association. Dhiraagu’s CEO retired after 40 years. Also covered: Hajj pension eligibility, health service relocation, waste collection resumption, scam alerts, and local sports successes.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Friday’s episode covers a Red Alert across central atolls after a boat rescue and severe flooding on Boduthakurufaanu Magu, with new drainage pumps promised by mid‑August. New city plans include a ferry terminal and bike parking, while Maryam Nazleena joins the Infrastructure Development Solutions board. Parliament is questioning government promises, lease deals, and economic forecasts—Bank of Maldives posts record profit and Maldives launches cross‑border Favara‑UPI payments. Human‑trafficking sentences, a major meth seizure, and police disciplinary action are reported. Ooredoo marks 21 years, health awards open, a robotic surgery partnership is sought, and 15‑year‑old swimmer Aaminath Tazkiya Mirsad breaks four national records at the Commonwealth Games.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Good Morning Maldives covers a tide warning, IMF warnings that the Maldives will be the eighth‑most indebted nation, and 14.5 billion Rufiya in uncollected taxes. Parliament debates a 2.4 billion Rufiya council grant drawn from the Pension Fund, prompting resignations and opposition criticism. An investigation into Fenaka Corp alleged corruption and staff cuts follows, while a VEMCO waste fire sparks a transport dispute, measles cases rise to 186, and new medicine regulations loom. Australian‑gifted naval vessel strengthens defence, Hulhumalé holds an independence parade and fireworks, and Maldivian athletes excel at the Commonwealth Games with a personal best and upcoming badminton competition.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In today’s episode, the Maldives celebrates its 61st Independence Day with high‑profile guests, including a Saudi minister and Bangladesh’s foreign minister. Bangladesh pledges 20,000 trees for the Five‑Million‑Trees campaign and the two countries discuss a direct shipping link. President Muizzu proposes a Youth Parliament, constitutional quotas for youth and women, and warns against divisive religious rhetoric. Concerns are raised over government transparency, a MVR 43 million loss at the Maldives Sports Corporation, stalled land reclamation in Nalaafushi, and a parasailing accident. New ice sales, a new Coast Guard rescue centre, a patrol boat, and a cricket win round out the show.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8In this episode Maya and Zayan recap the 61st Independence Day, covering President Muizzu’s speech on true sovereignty, plans for a new Superior Courts Complex by 2029, and debates over political revenge and opposition concerns. They also examine the Maldives First policy, a ban on Israeli passports, and an offer to revive SAARC.The hosts highlight Bangladesh’s donation of 20,000 trees, new state honors, local issues such as job shortages and pharmacy reforms, Maldives Post’s first island pick‑up service, low marriage numbers, arrests of two Maldivians in Sri Lanka, and Road Road Recreation Club’s win in the Club Maldives Cup.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Independence Day special: hosts Maya and Zayan recap the 61st anniversary celebrations, flag‑raising ceremony, cultural performances, and fireworks. They discuss the historic 1887–1965 path to sovereignty, President Muizzu’s national address, and diplomatic visits from Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh.Economic highlights include the Sovereign Development Fund hitting $1.2 b, a 190% rise in debt repayment, and a $175 M sustainable township in Thaa Atoll. The episode also covers controversial state‑owned enterprise rightsizing, new anti‑bullying legislation, infrastructure upgrades, health service gaps, police scam alerts, and weekend sports results.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Morning Maldives covers the opening of the widened Boduthakurufaanu Magu road, a project with 3,100 trees planted. Drone footage of the Green Zone sparks security concerns. A political dispute emerges over alleged layoffs in state firms and the transfer of Savaheli island to the Tourism ministry. Economic highlights include a 200% rise in grant revenue, China surpassing 200k tourists, and an air transport deal with Ethiopia. Customs seized over 3 kg of synthetic cathinone; the Supreme Court reinstated a blackmail case. The episode previews the 61st Independence Day celebrations, plans for 25 indoor‑sports complexes, and record‑breaking swimmers at the Commonwealth Games.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8Friday, July 24 2026 – President Muizzu accepts credentials from eight new ambassadors and thanks Egypt. His plan to separate Savaheli from Addu City for tourism sparks opposition criticism over decentralization. President’s Office opens Peoples Voice registration; Information Commissioner slams unanswered RTI requests. Pension Office leadership quits over a Treasury‑bill sale; Finance notes lower public‑investment spending. Infrastructure includes a four‑lane Boduthakurufaanu Magu with 3,100 trees, parking for 500 motorcycles and an elderly‑care centre in Kaaf Thulusdhoo. Immigration unveils a passport app and legacy exhibition; Customs seizes 3 kg of synthetic cathinone. Supreme Court clears an extortion case against Mohamed Fawaz Luthfi; Maldives begins Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Have feedback on our new format? Please let us know: https://forms.gle/1pwa4dU8E7J9Jmss8President Muizzu accepted credentials from eight new ambassadors, signaling a broader diplomatic push. The opposition Maldivian Democratic Party announced plans to challenge in court the government’s abolition of atoll councils, while civil servants face salary reductions starting next month. The state budget deficit has hit 1.5 billion Rufiya, despite strong tourism tax revenues and China surpassing 200,000 visitors. New initiatives include a three‑year “Digital for All” training drive, land reclamation in Laamu Naifaru, new seaplanes for Maldivian, and the return of specialist doctors to Hulhumalé Hospital.