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Atmosphere Hotels & Resorts, COLOURS OF OBLU host second ‘Bleisure’ tour for UK’s MalDIVAS
For the second consecutive year, international hospitality company Atmosphere Core hosted the ‘MalDIVAS on Tour’ from 8th to 15th June 2025. This unique group featured some of the top performing tour operators and product managers who came to...

Maldives names Katrina Kaif as global tourism ambassador ahead of PM Modi's visit
Actor Katrina Kaif was named the global tourism ambassador for the Maldives, as per an announcement made on Tuesday on social media. The Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) announced that they were delighted...

Maldives names Katrina Kaif its global brand ambassador for tourism
The Maldives has named Bollywood actor Katrina Kaif as its global brand ambassador for tourism, a statement by the country's marketing and public relations department said. Kaif said she was “honoured” to be chosen as the brand ambassador of the...

Ellaidhoo Maldives celebrates World Sea Turtle Day with premiere of ‘Tripod’ animated movie
On World Sea Turtle Day, Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon celebrated the remarkable story of a resident Hawksbill turtle named Tripod, who was born with only three flippers and has become a symbol of resilience on the resort’s house reef. The resort...

Siemens Energy’s Demerged India Unit In Stock Exchange Debut, Falls 5%
The Siemens Energy logo on flags at a branch of the company in the Neuperlach district of Munich, ... More Germany (Photo: Matthias Balk)dpa/picture alliance via Getty Images Siemens Energy’s demerged Indian unit - Siemens Energy India Limited or...

Interview: Maldives has something for everyone
Travel, Tourism & Hospitality June 2025 217 Long regarded as the ultimate luxury escape, the Maldives is now charting a bold new course in global tourism. Long regarded as the ultimate luxury escape, the Maldives is now charting a bold new course...

Sustainability in hospitality: a profitable imperative
Sustainability in hospitality is no longer optional; it is a core strategy for long-term profitability. Hotels implementing sustainable practices are not only reducing environmental risks but also improving operational efficiency. This article...
Siemens Energy India Goes Public, Debuts On NSE & BSE
Siemens Energy India Limited (SEIL) has successfully listed on BSE and NSE, completing the demerger and listing of the energy business of Siemens Limited, India. SEIL will continue to play a key role in supporting India’s net-zero goals through...

Maldives Calls for Fair Certification System for Small-Scale Fisheries at UNOC3 Side Event
Minister of State for Fisheries and Ocean Resources Aminath Hussain Shareef has called for a fair and equitable certification system that reflects the unique realities of small-scale fisheries. She delivered these remarks at a side event of the...

Siemens Energy shares zoom 5%, hit upper circuit post listing; brokerages project 30% upside
The shares of Siemens Energy India, the demerged arm of Siemens Ltd, zoomed 5% in Thursday's early trade to hit their upper circuit at Rs 2,992.45 on the BSE after listing at Rs 2,850. With this listing, brokerage firms project up to 30% upside...

Kuramathi Maldives Welcomes Campioni Soccer Academy for Ultimate Family Football Experience in Summer 2025
This June, Virgin Atlantic Holidays and luxury hospitality group Atmosphere Core launched an immersive retail campaign to bring the magic of the Maldives directly to customers in the UK. For two weeks, 34 Virgin Atlantic Holidays retail locations...

Pullman Maldives Maamutaa Unveils Vibrant House Reef and Celebrates with Aqua Week 2025
Pullman Maldives Maamutaa warmly invites guests to discover an extraordinary underwater world just meters from its shore. Recently, the resort unveiled the Maamutaa House Reef, a thriving marine ecosystem known for its rich biodiversity and easy...

Siemens Energy India listing: Stock surges 5%, hits upper circuit; here’s what brokerages recommend
Siemens Energy India listing: Market experts anticipate potential gains of up to 30% in the stock value, with price targets reaching Rs 3,700. (AI image) Siemens Energy India share price: The stock of Siemens Energy India, which demerged from...

Siemens Energy lists at 14% premium: 3 reasons why brokerages expect up to 60% upside
The transmission and distribution pure play stock, Siemens Energy, has listed at 2,840 per share on the National Stock Exchange. This is at a significant 14% premium to the discovered price of Rs 2,478/sh. Siemens demerged in April this year, and...

4 Centara resorts in Maldives lead by example in sustainability
Centara Hotels & Resorts is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability across its four properties in the Maldives: Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives, Centara Ras Fushi Maldives, and Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa...

Siemens Energy shares list at Rs 2,850; mcap tops Rs 1 lakh crore
Shares of Siemens Energy India were listed at Rs 2,850 in the special pre-opening session on Thursday, June 19, 2025. The company was demerged from Siemens Ltd on April 7, 2025 and the stock price for the spun-off entity was valued at Rs 2,368.8...

Siemens Energy India shares to list today; check expected listing, price targets & more
Siemens Energy India (SEL) is set to make its Dalal Street debut as a separate entity on Thursday, June 19, after its demerger from Siemens Ltd. Siemens had spun-off its energy business in April and the stock traded ex-demerger on April 7. The...
Kandima Maldives Announces a Star-Studded ‘Summer Kamp’ 2025 Featuring Global Talent
Kandima announces Expert-Led Summer Sessions from Indian expert-led creative pottery and painting classes to International F2 Racing Driver and a Leading British Dance DJ to Art Kandima, Maldives (NewsVoir) This summer, Kandima Maldives is set to...

Future Summit 2025 to Explore What’s Next for Maldives Tourism at Kurumba Resort
Kurumba Maldives will be hosting the second edition of Future Summit on June 25, 2025, bringing together a distinguished gathering of government officials, commercial leaders, and industry change-makers to shape the future of Maldives tourism for...

Dhiraagu Tekkers Resort Cup 2025: South Kaafu Kicks Off at CROSSROADS Maldives
The much-anticipated Dhiraagu Tekkers Resort Cup 2025 has officially kicked off, with South Kaafu's thrilling opening match taking place at the stunning Crossroads Maldives. This year’s tournament promises to be an exciting celebration of skill,...