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The Standard | 10 months, 3 weeks ago | optimistic

President Muizzu Departs for 13-Island Noonu Tour to Boost Local Development

President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu began a four-day tour of all 13 inhabited islands of Noonu Atoll, departing Malé this morning. He will meet island councils and Women’s Development Committees, and inaugurate development projects including police posts, fitness centers, and upgrades to schools and health centers. Accompanying him are cabinet ministers and senior officials. He is expected to return to Malé on Thursday.

The Standard | 1 year, 3 months ago | concerned

No Cover-Ups, Only Justice! Minister Ihusaan Vows Full Transparency in Holhudhoo Zakiyya Case

Minister of Homeland Security and Technology Ali Ihusaan promises transparency in the investigation of Zakiyya Moosa's death, found with fatal neck injuries in Holhudhoo on September 10, 2024. During a recent visit to Holhudhoo with police, he apologized for not arriving sooner. Residents questioned the lack of a postmortem. Ihusaan said a foreign expert examined the body but admitted not sending it abroad for autopsy may have been a mistake. The government will continue investigating and police have requested FBI assistance. Protests have occurred.

The Standard | 1 year, 3 months ago | positive

Majlis Reshapes Supreme Court: A Bold Move for Judicial Reform!

The People's Majlis approved an amendment to the Courts Act reducing the number of Supreme Court justices from seven to five, with 68 votes in favor. The amendment was introduced by MP Abdul Sattar Mohamed due to technical issues causing a roll call vote. Proponents argue it aligns with governance aspirations. The new law empowers the Judicial Service Commission to recommend removal of unqualified justices, requiring a two-thirds Majlis majority. The JSC must submit names within five days of enactment, and the Majlis must decide within seven days. The current Supreme Court bench includes Chief Justice Ahmed Muthasim Adnan and six others. Historically, the bench size changed multiple times: 2008 (5), 2010 (7), 2014 (5 under Yameen), 2019 (7 under Solih). Critics express concern that the reduction may influence an ongoing case challenging the anti-defection amendment.

Maldives Republic | 1 year, 9 months ago | tense

Woman Found Dead With Stab Wounds in Holhudhoo

A 50-year-old woman, Zakiyya Moosa, was found dead with stab wounds in her home in Noonu Holhudhoo on Tuesday morning. Police received a report at 10:10 a.m. and she was taken to Holhudhoo Health Centre, where she was pronounced dead. A large meat knife was found near the body with a severe neck wound. Police are investigating, and a forensic team is at the scene. The deceased was well-known in the community, leaving behind two sons, two grandchildren, and a husband. Unconfirmed rumors suggested she had mental health issues.