Maldives Presidential Election

Maldives situation 'worse than previously understood', says European think tank; raises concerns on upcoming presidential election

A European think tank, has deemed the political situation in Maldives under President Abdulla Yameen as 'worse than previously understood', stating that there is mounting evidence that the election process is already being manipulated

'Invasion is necessary' in Maldives to protect Indians, says Subramanian Swamy, repeating his remarks on island nation

Subramanian Swamy had triggered a political furore following his statement made earlier saying India should invade the Maldives if the election was rigged

Maldives SC postpones presidential run-off vote to 16 Nov

Maldives Supreme Court ordered the suspension of today's run-off for the controversy-ridden presidential re-vote, prolonging the political turmoil in the country amid mounting international concern.

Maldives presidential elections to begin on 9th November now

The constitutional deadline of November 11 for electing a new President in the Maldives might be missed as the Elections Commission today announced the first round of voting would be held on November 9 and the second round a week later