Public Health: The Maldives Health Protection Agency (HPA) issued an advisory for people returning from Umrah, warning of a rise in flu and viral illnesses during peak return periods and urging anyone with cough, shortness of breath or chest pain within 14 days to seek care and avoid self-starting antibiotics. Digital Economy: The Maldives Monetary Authority says the Favara-UPI cross-border payment corridor is now live, enabling instant person-to-person transfers from Maldivian banks to India via UPI in seconds. Trade & Diplomacy: The Maldives–Türkiye Preferential Trade Agreement has entered into force, with preferential tariff concessions across 75 tariff lines to boost fisheries exports and expand access to Turkish goods. Politics: Former President Mohamed Nasheed backed the government’s residency-by-investment program, while the MDP continues to push for it to be halted through a parliamentary resolution. Party Politics: Six senior figures have filed nominations for the PNC deputy vice-president post ahead of the September congress. Transport & Regulation: MACL introduced mandatory Harbour Portal registration for vessels using the Velana Airport jetty/lagoon area, with permission required after a one-month onboarding period. Agriculture: Monsoon rains caused major crop damage in Kandoodhoo, with MPs calling for assistance and prevention measures. Sports: SAFF Championship 2026 draw sets India, Maldives and Pakistan in Group B, with Nepal’s participation dependent on FIFA lifting its suspension.