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India to remain fastest growing economy in Asia: Fitch Ratings
Fitch expects India’s economy to expand by 6.4 percent in 2026
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Meet the world’s longest wild snake: Indonesian python Ibu Baron sets a new Guinness World Record, watch the video here
Deep inside Indonesia’s forests, a rescued python stunned experts by stretching longer than any wild snake ever verified, raising new questions about hidden giants, human conflict, and fragile habitats.
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Indonesia is not just Bali and Ubud: 10 hidden gems you need to explore
Indonesia is more than Bali and Ubud. Discover 10 hidden gems—from Flores and Tana Toraja to Wakatobi and Belitung—that offer untouched beaches, cultural experiences, and offbeat adventures.
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An invisible Wallace Line splits Asia and Australia, explaining why tigers never met koalas
Scientists reveal how continental collisions and climate shifts drew the mysterious Wallace Line, shaping Asian and Australian wildlife divides, and why understanding this boundary matters as Earth’s climate changes again.
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Indonesian woman receives 140 lashes under Sharia Law for sex outside marriage, alcohol use
The punishment was carried out in a public park in Banda Aceh, where dozens of people gathered to watch. The woman fainted during the punishment and was later taken to an ambulance.
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Why crocodile experts in Laos are carefully collecting eggs from wild nests
Rare footage from Laos shows critically endangered Siamese crocodiles hatching under human care, revealing how science, culture, and community efforts are quietly pulling a species back from extinction.
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World’s oldest cave art dating 67,800 years discovered in Indonesia
Scientists discovered hand stencils in Indonesia’s caves, dating 67,800 years. This world’s oldest cave art shows early human creativity, symbolic thinking and prehistoric life in Southeast Asia.
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Indonesian ATR 42-500 with 11 onboard goes missing near Makassar; debris spotted on mountain
An Indonesian ATR 42-500 aircraft carrying 11 people went missing near Makassar, with debris reportedly spotted on Mount Bulu Saraung. Authorities have dispatched rescue teams, though a crash has not yet been confirmed.
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Bali named world’s top destination For 2026 — here’s why
Bali has been named the world’s top travel destination for 2026. From romantic villas to volcano adventures, here’s why travellers can’t get enough.
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Science explained behind this Indonesian volcano that glows bright in "blue" colour
Indonesia’s Kawah Ijen volcano appears to glow electric blue at night, but the colour does not come from lava. Instead, burning sulphur gases create this rare and dangerous natural spectacle.
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Indonesian model breaks silence on abusive marriage to Malaysian prince at 16: 'I did not have a real choice'
She called the traumatic marriage to the prince - "coercive, non-consensual, and illegal".
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Bali braces for extreme weather as heavy rain triggers storm and landslide warnings: What travellers need to know
Bali faces extreme weather with flood, storm and landslide warnings until December 18. Here’s what travellers need to know about affected areas, safety advice and travel disruptions.
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Indonesia flood death toll tops 1,000 as Prabowo vows to rebuild
At least 5,400 people were injured in the disaster and 217 were reported to be missing as of December 14
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King Cobra vs Common Cobra: Strength, venom and human risk explained
A raised hood may look familiar, but science reveals King cobras and common cobras differ sharply in venom, behaviour, and human risk, shaping how danger and survival truly compare.
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Severe storms kill nearly 1,000 in Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka
Three tropical cyclones, coinciding with the northeast monsoon which typically brings heavy downpours to Southeast Asia this time of year, have caused widespread destruction in the region
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Over 600 killed as deadly floods and landslides devastate Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia
Over 600 people died as rare storms triggered floods and landslides across Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia, displacing thousands, cutting access to communities, and complicating rescue efforts amid damaged roads communications.
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How a Chinese AI firm tapped Nvidia’s top chips via Indonesia
A Jakarta data centre deal shows how export rules still let Chinese companies tap US hardware, even as Washington tries to choke access.
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Multiple explosions shake a mosque in an Indonesian high school and injure 54
Most of the victims suffered minor to severe injuries from glass shards. The cause of the blasts was not immediately known but they came from near the mosque’s loudspeaker, according to Jakarta Police Chief Asep Edi Suheri.
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World Octopus Day 2025: Date, history, significance and why it matters
Octopuses, known for their intelligence, adaptability and curiosity, are more than marine marvels. They are vital players in the ocean’s balance, helping ecosystems thrive while inspiring scientists with their problem-solving skills and unique behaviours.
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Death toll from Indonesian school collapse jumps to at least 49
Piles of concrete caved in on hundreds of mostly teenage boys after the collapse of the Al Khoziny school in the Indonesian town of Sidoarjo, in East Java province, trapping and later killing them
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India probing alleged dumping of steel from China, Indonesia, Vietnam
Indian Stainless Steel Development Association (ISSDA) has filed an application on behalf of domestic players for the same.
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Indonesia: At least one dead, dozens injured as Islamic school collapses in East Java
At least one person died and dozens were injured when a multistorey Islamic school building collapsed in Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia, while over 100 students were performing afternoon prayers.
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Planning a trip to Bali or Jakarta? New 'All Indonesia' app is now mandatory for entry – Here’s what travellers need to know
The All Indonesia App is now mandatory for travelers entering Bali, Jakarta, Surabaya, and Batam, streamlining immigration, customs, health, and quarantine.
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Deadly protests grip Indonesia: How a delivery rider’s death ignited nationwide unrest | Explained
After Affan’s death, demonstrations quickly spread beyond Jakarta. In Makassar, a fire at a parliament building killed three people. In Yogyakarta, a student was killed in clashes.
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Indonesian flavours in India: A new trend in fine dining
As India’s fine dining scene continues to evolve, the rising popularity of Indonesian cuisine signals a shift towards more exploratory, layered global flavours. It is food that comforts and surprises in equal measure and has a luxe appeal that’s worth exploring.
