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Rescuers find 5 survivors and are still looking for 20 others after boat sinks in Indonesia

Rescuers have found five survivors, including a 7-year-old girl, from a passenger boat that sank earlier in the week in eastern Indonesia waters and are searching for 20 other people still missing

The Independent UK

Indonesia's copyright rewrite puts Google, AI platforms on notice

Indonesia has proposed sweeping changes to its copyright law to recognise AI-assisted works with human involvement, while excluding fully AI-generated content. The draft also mandates AI disclosures and requires tech platforms to compensate publishers for using news content in AI training.

The Economic Times

Foreign inflows in Asian bonds surge to seven-month high in June

Asian bonds saw their largest foreign inflows in seven months during June. Lower oil prices and strong technology demand improved the region's economic outlook. Investors bought over eleven billion dollars in regional bonds, seeking safer fixed-income assets. South Korean and Indian bonds recorded substantial net foreign purchases. Indonesian bonds attracted…

The Economic Times

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The missing link in the blue carbon agenda: The workforce

Over the last decade, blue carbon ecosystems, such as mangroves and seagrasses, have taken centre stage in global discussions on tackling climate change, and Indonesia — home to 17 per cent of the world’s mangroves and seagrasses — has become a key actor in this agenda.

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1 person dead and 23 missing after passenger boat sinks in Indonesia, authorities say

Authorities in Indonesia say one person is dead and 23 are missing after a passenger boat sank on the way to an island in the archipelago

The Independent UK

One dead, 24 missing after boat sinks in Indonesia, report rescuers

A passenger boat sank off an Indonesian island, killing one person and leaving 24 others missing. Engine failure caused the vessel to sink near the island of Selayar, south of Sulawesi. Rescuers found 49 people alive while one woman was confirmed dead. The boat's manifest listed 50 people, but 74…

The Economic Times

From smartphones to clinics: What Indonesia can learn from Thailand’s disease tracking

The COVID‑19 pandemic accelerated investment in health infrastructure across Southeast Asia, including Indonesia and Thailand.

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Indonesia pulling Thai investors

At a time when some international investors are pausing or reassessing their exposure to emerging markets amid global uncertainty and market volatility, Thai investors continue to recognise significant long-term opportunities in Indonesia. This confidence was reinforced by the positive tone of the speakers at the Indonesia Investment & Trade Forum…

Bangkok Post

Devastating crash kills 13 wedding guests in Indonesia

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The Independent UK

At least 13 killed after truck carrying wedding guests crushed on Indonesia highway

Police say the powerful collision hurled more than a dozen people from the pickup truck onto the highway

The Independent UK

‘The trash does not stop’: life among the garbage mountains of the world’s biggest city

Indonesia’s government is grappling with how to manage waste at Bantar Gebang – Jakarta’s largest landfill – which supports the livelihood of thousands of waste pickers

The Guardian - AU

BRICS transport meet passes key resolution on technology, connectivity: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari

BRICS Transport Ministers adopted a resolution for future transport technologies. Discussions focused on cooperation in road, rail, aviation, and waterways. Senior officials met earlier to enhance sustainable transport and innovation. Indonesia's delegate found the discussions very fruitful for member countries. India's 2026 Chairship theme emphasises resilience and sustainability.

The Economic Times

The real-life 'Hobbits' survived on an Indonesian island for thousands of years, until a long drought may have drove them away

For more than a million years, a small ancient human relative survived quietly on the volcanic island of Flores in Indonesia. Then, around 50,000 years ago, this tiny hominin known as Homo floresiensis, nicknamed the hobbit because of its small stature, disappeared entirely, leaving behind one of the most puzzling…

The Times of India

Trash ‘mountain’ fire burning for over a week near Indonesian capital doused as hundreds fall ill

Indonesian officials declare two-week emergency after more than 300 cases of acute respiratory syndrome reported

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Thaksin meets Indonesia president for talks, including on wealth management

Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra this week led his sister and daughter to meet with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in Jakarta for discussions reportedly ranging from global to wealth issues.

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Jail after teen forced into 70-hour weeks in brothels

Two men have been jailed after a 17-year-old girl was brought in from Indonesia to be driven around to brothels and engage in sex acts multiple times a day.

The Times of India

Indonesia is building a brand-new capital in the Borneo jungle to replace sinking Jakarta

Deep in the rainforest of Indonesia's Borneo island, construction crews are building an entirely new capital city called Nusantara, a project driven by a problem the current capital simply cannot outrun, the ground beneath Jakarta is sinking. Jakarta, now the world's most populous city with more than forty million people…

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Why PM Modi Praised Nehru in Indonesia Surprised Everyone

Political speeches often focus on the present, but sometimes a single reference to the past reveals a story that many people have forgotten. During his address to Indonesia's Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi surprised many by praising India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, and remembering a daring rescue mission led…

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PM Modi arrives in Australia for talks with Albanese, diaspora outreach

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Melbourne for his Australia visit. He will hold talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and engage diaspora members. This visit aims to strengthen the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership significantly. Discussions will cover defense, trade, education, and mobility cooperation. Modi concluded a productive three-day visit…

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This Is What Happens When Indonesia Gets Serious About Electric Motorcycles

The Charged Ndara is an Indonesian electric naked bike with 14.8 horsepower, a 78-mile-per-hour top speed, and regional export ambitions.

The Economic Times

Cambodia's Angkor Wat to Myanmar's historic pagodas: How India helped revive heritage beyond borders

India has actively engaged in preserving shared civilizational heritage across Asia. This includes significant restoration work on temples in Sri Lanka and Cambodia. Recently, India partnered with Indonesia for the Prambanan Temple complex conservation. The nation has also supported heritage sites in Vietnam, Nepal, and Bangladesh. These initiatives reinforce India's…

The Times of India

Indonesia's new Scorpène submarine can stay at sea for 80 days: Here's what makes it special

Indonesia is moving into a new phase of its submarine development plans as domestic construction of the first Scorpène Evolved submarine is set to begin this month at PT PAL Indonesia’s shipyard in Surabaya, East Java. The project marks a major step in Jakarta’s effort to strengthen local naval manufacturing…

The Economic Times

Prambanan Temple: The 1,200-year-old Hindu shrine that survived volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and shifting kingdoms. Here are some fascinating facts

Prime Minister Modi and President Subianto inaugurated the Prambanan Temple restoration project. This significant site showcases centuries-old cultural connections between India and Indonesia. The 9th-century Hindu temple complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its intricate reliefs narrate the Ramayana epic and local legends. Conservation efforts continue to preserve this…

The Economic Times

PM Modi, Indonesian President Prabowo visit Prambanan Temple complex in Yogyakarta

Prime Minister Modi and President Prabowo inaugurated a joint conservation project at Prambanan Temple. This UNESCO World Heritage Site visit strengthens cultural ties between India and Indonesia. India's Archaeological Survey will lead the conservation and restoration efforts for the temple. The leaders toured the ancient site and reviewed project details…

The Times of India

The Indo-Pacific is heating up, and the reason isn’t just super El Niño, but also gunpowder

In light of rising regional tensions, Prime Minister Modi embarked on a crucial visit to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. With China boasting the world’s largest navy and recent missile tests, Indonesia's security has come under scrutiny due to Beijing’s maritime claims. India’s stance promotes a free and open Indo-Pacific…

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