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30 Jun 2025
Jairam Ramesh

IAF lost jets to Pakistan due to political constraints: Official  

India's Defense Attaché to Indonesia, Navy Captain Shiv Kumar, has alleged that the Indian Air Force (IAF) suffered losses during "Operation Sindoor" on May 7.

25 Jun 2025
Jakarta

Tourist 'abandoned' by guide after falling into volcano found dead 

A Brazilian hiker was found dead after falling hundreds of meters from the ridge of an Indonesian volcano and being trapped there for nearly four days.

18 Jun 2025
Bali

Several Bali flights canceled after volcano erupts in Indonesia 

The eruption of Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki on the tourist island of Flores in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia, has led to the cancellation of several flights to and from Bali.

17 Jun 2025
Lifestyle

5 charming art forms of Indonesian culture

Indonesia, an archipelago with over 17,000 islands, boasts a rich tapestry of cultural heritage.

02 Jun 2025
Lifestyle

Discover Indonesia's rice harvest festivals

Indonesia celebrates rice harvest festivals that are steeped in tradition and culture. It is a time for farmers to rejoice and communities to unite.

31 May 2025
Jakarta

CPI(M) MP cites Khurshid to counter Asim Munir's remark

Communist Party of India (Marxist) Member of Parliament John Brittas has slammed Pakistan Army chief General Asim Munir's statement about Hindus and Muslims being different.

13 May 2025
Delhi Police

Plea in SC alleges government threw 43 Rohingyas into sea 

A writ petition has been filed in the Supreme Court alleging forcible deportation of 43 Rohingya refugees by the Indian government, LiveLaw reported.

01 May 2025
Martin Scorsese

Martin Scorsese announces film featuring Pope Francis's final interview

Renowned filmmaker Martin Scorsese will produce a feature-length documentary titled Aldeas - A New Story, honoring the late Pope Francis.

23 Mar 2025
World

Indonesia's press freedom under concern after gruesome threats to magazine

Concerns over press freedom in Indonesia have mounted after a series of disturbing threats against Tempo, a government-critical magazine.

11 Mar 2025
Amnesty International

Indonesia: TikToker gets prison sentence for joking about Jesus's hair

An Indonesian TikToker named Ratu Thalisa has received a sentence of two years and 10 months in prison for her controversial remark on Jesus.

27 Feb 2025
World

College students publicly caned for having gay sex in Indonesia 

Two men were publicly caned in Indonesia's Aceh province on Thursday after they were found guilty by an Islamic Shariah court of having gay sex.

25 Feb 2025
Apple

Apple can once again sell iPhone 16 in Indonesia 

Apple and the Indonesian government have struck a deal to end the five-month-long ban on iPhone 16 sales in the country.

22 Feb 2025
Elon Musk

5 Indian billionaires among biggest wealth losers of 2025 

The world's richest people have experienced a major shift in their fortunes since the start of 2025, with most of them losing significant net worth.

12 Feb 2025
Apple

Apple in talks to manufacture iPhones in Indonesia

Apple is said to be mulling the production of iPhones in Indonesia after the country imposed a sales ban on its iPhone 16 model.

27 Jan 2025
India

India and Indonesia ink BrahMos missile deal worth ₹3,800cr 

India has signed a defense deal with Indonesia for the export of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.

26 Jan 2025
Prabhas

Prabhas-Sandeep Vanga's 'Spirit' to be set against drug mafia: Report

The upcoming cop drama Spirit, starring Prabhas and helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, will be a grand spectacle.

25 Jan 2025
Narendra Modi

India, Indonesia to jointly work on strengthening defense ties

India and Indonesia have announced plans to strengthen their bilateral co-operation, especially in the defense sector.

22 Jan 2025
Google

Google fined $12.4M by Indonesia over unfair business practices

Indonesia's antitrust agency has slapped a fine of IDR 202 billion ($12.4 million) on Google for unfair business practices.

12 Jan 2025
Republic Day

Indonesia President may not club India-Pakistan trips together

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, the chief guest at India's Republic Day celebrations on January 26, is unlikely to club this visit with a proposed trip to Pakistan.

08 Jan 2025
Apple

Indonesia rejects Apple's $1B investment offer, maintains iPhone 16 ban

Indonesia has decided to continue with a ban on the sale of Apple's iPhone 16, saying the tech giant's proposed $1 billion investment plan is insufficient.

01 Jan 2025
Beijing

'450km in 1hr': China unveils world's fastest high-speed train prototype 

China has unveiled a prototype of its next-generation high-speed train, the CR450, which will become the world's fastest.

15 Dec 2024
Australia

Who are 'Bali Nine' and what did they do 

The last five members of the "Bali Nine" drug trafficking group have been released from Indonesian custody and returned to Australia.

04 Dec 2024
Apple

Apple proposes $1B investment in Indonesia to lift iPhone ban

In a bid to get its iPhone 16 sales unbanned in Indonesia, Apple has pitched a $1 billion investment plan to the Indonesian government.

25 Nov 2024
Apple

Indonesia rejects Apple's $100 million investment offer, iPhone ban continues

Indonesia has turned down Apple's proposed $100 million investment, calling it 'unfair.'

20 Nov 2024
Delhi

Delhi pollution: Amid Tharoor's capital shift call—a lesson from Indonesia

With Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) in hazardous range, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor raised the question whether Delhi is still the right choice for India's national capital.

19 Nov 2024
Apple

Apple proposes $100M investment in Indonesia to reverse iPhone ban

Apple is making a significant effort to mend fences with Indonesia after the government recently banned sales of the latest iPhone 16.

04 Nov 2024
Thailand

Who is 'Nutty,' fugitive YouTuber arrested in ₹450 crore scam

Thai YouTuber Natthamon Khongchak, popularly known as "Nutty," has been arrested in Indonesia after two years of dodging law enforcement.

01 Nov 2024
Google

After iPhones, Indonesia bans sale of Google Pixel: Know why

Indonesia has banned the sale of Google Pixel smartphones for failing to meet domestic content requirements. The move comes just days after a similar ban was imposed on Apple's iPhone 16.

29 Oct 2024
Apple

Apple's iPhone 16 is now banned in Indonesia: Here's why

Indonesia has halted the marketing and sale of Apple's latest model, the iPhone 16.

25 Oct 2024
Apple

Indonesia declares iPhone 16 'illegal' over Apple's unfulfilled commitments

The Indonesian government has declared Apple's iPhone 16 illegal for sale and operation as the tech giant failed to meet its investment commitments.

20 Oct 2024
China

Former Indonesian army general Prabowo Subianto sworn in as president

Former Indonesian army general Prabowo Subianto was sworn in as Indonesia's eighth president on Sunday.

10 Sep 2024
Bali

Indonesia halts new hotel construction in Bali amid overtourism fears

The Indonesian government has announced a temporary halt to the construction of new hotels in certain areas of Bali.

09 Sep 2024
Africa

India is world's largest contributor to plastic pollution: Study

India is the world's largest contributor to plastic pollution, accounting for a fifth of the global total, according to a study published in the journal Nature.

06 Sep 2024
Fashion

Festival fervor: Crafting colorful outfits with traditional textiles

Festivals around the world are not just celebrations of culture and tradition; they are also a showcase of vibrant fashion.

22 Aug 2024
Malaysia

Why Malaysia modified its 'orangutan diplomacy'

Malaysia, the world's second-largest palm oil producer, has been grappling with environmental challenges linked to its industry.

07 Aug 2024
Bangladesh

Political unrest: Why you should avoid these countries right now

The Indian government has issued travel advisories for several countries currently witnessing violent unrest.

04 Aug 2024
World

45-year-old kills neighbor who kept asking why he wasn't married

A 45-year-old man in Indonesia allegedly killed his 60-year-old neighbor as he was annoyed by the latter's persistent questions about why he was not married.

24 Jul 2024
Germany

Indian passport allows visa-free travel to these 58 countries

The Henley Passport Index 2024 has placed the Indian passport at the 82nd position globally.

15 Jul 2024
Afghanistan

Global conflicts impede vaccination of 15 million children, says UN

Global conflicts are hampering efforts to vaccinate children against diseases, with new data showing that nearly 14.5 million children have not received any vaccination.

11 Jul 2024
Air Pollution

Most lung cancer patients in India never smoked

Scientists have discovered that lung cancer in Southeast Asia, particularly India, differs from other regions due to the unique genetic diversity of its population.

06 Jul 2024
Japan

How adult diapers are changing Japan's economy 

When it comes to the aging population, Japan comes to mind, considering it has one of the highest life expectancies in the world.

20 Jun 2024
Mecca

68 Indians among 645 Hajj pilgrims who died in Mecca 

A Saudi Arabia diplomat confirmed on Wednesday that 68 Indian nationals were among the over 600 pilgrims who lost their lives during this year's hajj pilgrimage in Mecca.

09 Jun 2024
World

Missing Indonesian woman found dead inside giant python after days 

A 45-year-old woman from Indonesia, who had gone missing since Thursday, was tragically discovered inside a 16-foot-long reticulated python on Saturday.

03 Jun 2024
Box Office

Box office: 'Garfield' meows past $152M worldwide; surpasses 'Furiosa,' 'IF'

Sony/Alcon's The Garfield Movie has claimed the top spot on domestic, international, and global charts with worldwide earnings of $152.2M.

30 May 2024
Maharashtra

Chhota Rajan convicted for murder of Mumbai hotelier Jaya Shetty 

Underworld gangster Chhota Rajan has been convicted by a special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) court for the 2001 murder of Mumbai hotelier Jaya Shetty.

28 May 2024
Lifestyle

Trekking the fiery paths of East Java, Indonesia

East Java, Indonesia, is a region celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes.

28 May 2024
Fashion

Blending tradition with modernity: The art of mix-and-match fashion

In the ever-evolving world of fashion, the fusion of traditional prints with modern cuts has become a dynamic trend.

28 May 2024
Lifestyle

Dive into Raja Ampat's underwater paradise in Indonesia

Raja Ampat, located in Indonesia, is a breathtaking archipelago that consists of over 1,500 small islands.

27 May 2024
Bengaluru

Indian start-up Zypp Electric secures funding for Southeast Asia expansion

Indian electric vehicle (EV) start-up, Zypp Electric, has successfully secured a fresh investment of $15 million from Japanese energy and oil conglomerate ENEOS.

14 May 2024
Kia Carens

MG Cloud EV to debut in India under ₹20 lakh

MG Motor India, recently bolstered by funding from the JSW Group, is gearing up to introduce a new vehicle every three to six months starting from the second half of 2024.

13 May 2024
World

Indonesia: Cold lava sweeps villages near volcano, killing 37

Flash floods and cold lava flows from Mount Marapi—the most active volcano on the western Indonesian island of Sumatra, Indonesia—have claimed at least 37 lives.

07 May 2024
Travel And Tourism

Conquer the majestic Mount Rinjani in Lombok, Indonesia

Mount Rinjani in Lombok, Indonesia, is an ideal destination for adventurers seeking to climb a stunning Southeast Asian volcano.

23 Apr 2024
Bali

Chinese tourist falls into active volcano, dies while clicking pictures

A 31-year-old Chinese tourist, Huang Lihong, lost her life after falling into an active volcano in Indonesia.

22 Apr 2024
Lifestyle

Traditional motifs are making a comeback in modern fashion

Folk patterns are deeply embedded in the fabric of global fashion, representing centuries of tradition and cultural identity.

18 Apr 2024
Pacific Ocean

Over 11,000 evacuated in northern Indonesia as volcano erupts

Authorities in Indonesia have closed an airport, and residents have evacuated homes near an erupting volcano owing to the risk of spreading ash, falling boulders, heated volcanic clouds, and a tsunami.

18 Apr 2024
Pacific Ocean

Tsunami alert issued following multiple volcano eruptions in Indonesia

Authorities in Indonesia on Wednesday put the country on high alert following a series of eruptions from Mount Ruang, a volcano located on the remote Ruang Island in North Sulawesi.

07 Mar 2024
India

After UAE, India signs local currency trade agreement with Indonesia

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Bank Indonesia (BI) have inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to foster cross-border transactions using local currencies.

14 Feb 2024
United States of America

Unofficial vote count shows Prabowo leading in Indonesia elections

Unofficial tallies in Indonesia's presidential election on Wednesday showed Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto in the lead.

14 Feb 2024
Elections

From mascots to voting with nails. Everything about Indonesian elections

Indonesia—the world's third-largest democracy—is voting in its general elections on Wednesday, with over 200 million people exercising their franchise.

31 Jan 2024
Travel And Tourism

A summer trip to Raja Ampat, Indonesia: Top travel recommendations

Set sail for a summer journey to the enchanting Raja Ampat in Indonesia, an archipelago with over 1,500 islets.

29 Jan 2024
Tribal Community

Matriarchal marvels: 5 tribes worldwide dominated by women

Throughout history, diverse societies have embraced unique social structures, and among them are tribes where women not only participate but indeed hold the reins of leadership, and play a central and dominant role in different spheres of governance and decision-making.

18 Jan 2024
United States of America

US: Daughter jailed for 26 years over mother's 'suitcase' murder

A woman in the United States (US) was handed a 26-year jail sentence on Wednesday (local time), almost a decade after she helped bludgeon her mother to death in Indonesia's Bali.

09 Oct 2023
Travel And Tourism

Must-do activities when in Indonesia

Bali's immaculate beaches and verdant rice terraces frequently steal the show when we think about Indonesia. But this archipelagic wonderland is full of undiscovered treasures and unique experiences just waiting to be explored.

06 Oct 2023
Food

What to eat in Indonesia as a vegetarian

Foodies will love Indonesia, an archipelago with many different cultures and gorgeous scenery.

07 Sep 2023
Narendra Modi

ASEAN-India Summit: Modi says '21st century belongs to Asia'

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Indonesia on Thursday to take part in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-India and East Asia summits.

22 Aug 2023
BRICS

Why 40+ countries want to join BRICS

BRICS—a coalition of large emerging economies comprised of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa—reportedly aims to expand nearly 22 years after its inception.

13 Aug 2023
Travel And Tourism

Must-visit Instagram-worthy destinations: Top 5 picks

Who wouldn't desire an invigorating Instagram feed that seamlessly blends visually captivating aesthetics with your exciting adventures?

09 Aug 2023
Beauty

'Topless body checks' allegations: What's controversy surrounding Miss Universe Indonesia 

A major controversy has erupted surrounding the Miss Universe Indonesia pageant.

04 Aug 2023
World

Indonesia: Muslim cleric arrested for blasphemy over unorthodox teachings

A 77-year-old Muslim cleric from Indonesia was arrested on Wednesday on charges of blasphemy and hate speech following a public outcry over his progressive teachings.

After France and UAE, Indonesia plans UPI deal with India

India's flagship instant payment system, Unified Payments Interface (UPI), will likely be used in Indonesia as the two countries are looking for a deal for bilateral trade in domestic currency, real-time card recognition, and digital payments, The Times of India reported.

27 Jun 2023
Brazil

Football-pitch-sized tropical forest lost every 5 seconds: Report

Earth lost an area of tropical rainforest larger than the Netherlands or Switzerland last year, according to the latest data released by the World Resources Institute (WRI).

18 May 2023
Indian Navy

India searches for 35+ missing people after Chinese boat capsizes

The Indian Navy on Thursday deployed its team in the Indian Ocean region in response to the sinking of a Chinese fishing vessel, called Lu Peng Yuan Yu 028, in the early hours of Tuesday.

03 May 2023
United Nations (UN)

What is El Nino and how it affects global weather

There is an increasing likelihood of a weather pattern called El Nino in the coming months and it could set new heat records, United Nation's World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned.

27 Apr 2023
Bali

These culturally-rich souvenirs from Indonesia are worth bringing back home

Are you planning a trip to Indonesia and want to bring home some meaningful souvenirs and gifts?

19 Apr 2023
Bali

Don't make these tourist mistakes in Indonesia

Indonesia is a beautiful country with breathtaking natural landscapes and delicious food.

14 Apr 2023
World

7.0 magnitude earthquake jolts Indonesia, authorities warn of aftershocks

An earthquake of 7.0 magnitude on the Richter scale jolted Indonesia at 4:55pm local time on Friday.

04 Mar 2023
United States of America

Gambia: CDC links child deaths to Indian-made syrup

The United States's (US) leading public health agency, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), on Friday said that they found strong evidence to suggest that child deaths that took place in Gambia are linked to the consumption of Indian-made cough syrups.

24 Jan 2023
World Health Organization

Cough syrup deaths: WHO urges countries to take immediate action

Following a series of child deaths linked to contaminated cough syrups in the past few months, the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued several measures for countries, calling for "immediate and concerted action" to protect children.

15 Dec 2022
Coal

Indonesian company becomes world's biggest stock with 1,600% gain

This year has been a tough one for companies around the world. Supply chain issues, a war in Ukraine, rising interest rates, and recession fears have brought many share prices down.