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Commission Express Concern and Requests Police to Investigate News Alleging Government Plans to Shut Down Raaje TV

October 6, 2013

Maldives Broadcasting Commission has requested Maldives Police Service to investigate news reports alleging government’s plans to shut down Raaje TV by getting a court order with the aid of Ministry of Defense and National Security and Ministry of Home Affairs and the Attorney General office.

Broadcasting Commission cautions stations to refrain from broadcasting content which is seen as a threat to National Security

September 27, 2013

Broadcasting Commission cautions stations to refrain from broadcasting content which is seen as a threat to National Security. The Commission states it has the discretion and will submit to court to revoke the license of any broadcaster seen to air content which is a threat to national security.

Broadcasting Commission cautions broadcasters to refrain from airing photos of members of independent institutions in a derogatory manner

September 26, 2013

Maldives Broadcasting Commission has cautioned all broadcasters to refrain from airing photos of members of independent institutions in a derogatory manner which could jeopardize national harmony, until Commission concludes adjudication of the related complaints.

Broadcasting Commission concludes “Andhalus” sermon case as not being in breach of the Code of Practice and informs Parliament of the decision

September 23, 2013

Broadcasting Commission concludes “Andhalus” sermon case as not being in breach of the Code of Practice and informs Parliament of the decision

Commission urges all broadcasters to refrain from broadcasting content inciting political instability

September 16, 2013

Commission urges all broadcasters to refrain from broadcasting content inciting political instability.