Parliament passes Budget 2026 after marathon session
After fourteen hours of debate, the 2026 Budget cleared its third reading with a 121–94 vote, paving the way for new fuel subsidies and a tightened revenue target.
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Chief of Defence Staff visits Maldives as regional patrols widen
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Cabinet appoints working group on state broadcaster governance
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Education ministry opens O-Level reform consultation online
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Public Service Commission launches searchable appointment archive
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