Indonesia slashes gas exports to Singapore by 9%, claiming it's in 'survival mode' On Oct. 23, Indonesia decided to slash pipeline gas exports to Singapore by 9%, blaming domestic shortages. Fortune · 19h ago
Indonesia cuts gas exports to Singapore amid row over haze The cut follows a week of warnings from Jakarta The Independent UK · 23h ago
Baby orangutans found in India expose illegal wildlife trade as experts question billionaire’s zoo Their mothers were likely killed, traumatizing infants that normally would depend on them for up to nine years The Independent UK · 23h ago
The week in pictures: Protests across France, wildfires in Indonesia and Brazilian elections From student protests across France over the weekend and presidential elections in Brazil pitting leftist incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against right-wing challenger Flavio Bolsonaro to wildfires in Indonesia, FRANCE 24 looks back at some of the most striking images from the past week. France 24 · Oct 25
Indonesia seizes over 2 tons of narcotics in one of the country’s largest drug busts Indonesia has carried out two major drug operations, arresting 19 people and seizing tons of narcotics The Independent UK · Oct 23
Thousands of Indonesian students protest over haze and demand emergency declared Protesters wore thick masks against the smoke, which has tinged the city orange, and some held signs reading ‘haze emergency’ The Independent UK · Oct 23
Indonesia’s Prabowo remains defiant in the face of an MSCI double downgrade MSCI's proposal to reclassify Indonesia as a "standalone" market triggered a stock rout and a presidential outburst. Fortune · Oct 23
David Alonso lashes out at Dani Holgado: "When you’re not a good person, there’s nothing you can do" Alonso insists his relationship with Holdago has broken down following their latest incident in Indonesia Motorsport · Oct 22
From 290-km BrahMos to a proposed 1,500-km variant: How Operation Sindoor boosted India's missile profile BrahMos has evolved from a 290-km supersonic cruise missile into a multi-platform weapon system used by India's armed forces. Its reported role in Operation Sindoor, export agreements with the Philippines, Vietnam and Indonesia, and plans for BrahMos-NG have renewed interest in its development. BrahMos Aerospace is also exploring a 1,500-km… The Economic Times · Oct 22
Raul Fernandez still compromised after Indonesia finger injury: “I’m not at 100%” Reigning Australian GP winner Fernandez discusses his physical state ahead of MotoGP’s last visit to Phillip Island Motorsport · Oct 22
BrahMos CEO says Operation Sindoor boosts missile’s global appeal BrahMos Aerospace's CEO highlights the missile system's effectiveness during Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. The recent launches have attracted global attention and further cemented India's defense export ambitions. Significant contracts have been signed with countries like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Future projects include a new generation missile and a long-range… The Economic Times · Oct 22
Global Market: Indonesia imposes record $117 million in fines for stock market violations Indonesia’s financial regulator imposed record fines of 2.1 trillion rupiah ($116.67 million) for trading violations involving three listed companies. The crackdown targets stock manipulation and IPO disclosure breaches, addressing concerns over market transparency following MSCI’s warning about potential downgrade of Indonesian equities from emerging-market status. The Economic Times · Oct 22
Asian Para Games 2026: Para archers Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secures gold in compound mixed team event Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secured the gold medal at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Japan. They achieved a narrow lead in the finals against Indonesia's Teodora Audi Ferelly and Ken Swagumilang. The Indian pair extended their advantage after each end and maintained a lead throughout the match. Earlier,… The Economic Times · Oct 22
Turkey, Pakistan, Qatar and Indonesia sign pact for joint defence production Türkiye, Qatar, Indonesia and Pakistan have signed the Badr memorandum to strengthen defence cooperation and develop strategic partnerships, the Turkish National Defence Ministry said on Wednesday. The Times of India · Oct 21
Euronews · Oct 21 Dramatic footage shows ferry engulfed in flames off Indonesia All passengers and crew were rescued after the KMP Batumandi ferry caught fire near Merak Port in western Indonesia on Tuesday.
The Economic Times · Oct 21 Student protests erupt across Indonesia over rising living costs, forest fires Protests erupted across Indonesia as students demanded action on rising living costs and environmental issues. Demonstrators criticized the government's handling of forest fires that generated toxic haze affecting public health. In Jakarta, students called for stronger protections for civil liberties and affordable healthcare. Meanwhile, the Presidential Chief of Staff announced…
France 24 · Oct 20 Indonesia continues to battle wildfires, with nearly 2 million hectares burned Fires in Indonesia have burned through more than 1.9 million hectares of land, according to new data, as the country battles its worst wildfire season in a decade. The blazes have sent toxic smoke across much of Southeast Asia, forcing schools to close and fuelling a rise in respiratory illnesses.…
Autosport · Oct 20 Razgatlioglu to miss the rest MotoGP season due to shoulder injury The Turkish star crashed heavily in Indonesia, injuring his shoulder
Motorsport · Oct 20 Toprak Razgatlioglu to miss the rest MotoGP season due to shoulder injury The Turkish star crashed heavily in Indonesia, injuring his shoulder
The Independent UK · Oct 19 Singapore expands crackdown on Indonesian companies linked to haze Singapore has issued preventive notices to three more Indonesian companies to tackle and prevent forest fires in Kalimantan province
The Independent UK · Oct 19 Singapore threatens lawsuit over Indonesian wildfire haze – as oxygen tank and air purifier sales surge ‘We are looking into which companies may be responsible for the fires,’ PM of Singapore says
The Economic Times · Oct 19 NMDC puts nickel foray on hold on global oversupply concerns, sources say State-run NMDC has paused its planned entry into nickel, citing oversupply concerns in Indonesia, which accounts for more than 60% of global production. The decision comes as the global market is expected to remain in surplus through 2026. NMDC had also explored Russian nickel assets and supply arrangements with Nornickel.
The Economic Times · Oct 19 Global Market: Indonesia stock exchange to meet MSCI after downgrade warning triggers market rout Indonesia’s stock exchange will meet MSCI on Monday to seek clarity over a warning that could strip the country of its emerging-market status. The threat triggered a sharp selloff, wiping $65 billion off market capitalisation on Friday. A downgrade could prompt foreign fund outflows and weaken investor participation in Indonesian…
International Business Times UK · Oct 19 Indonesia Waterfall Accident Caught on Camera as Woman, 25, Vanishes Into Current A 25-year-old woman died after slipping into Robo Waterfall in Indonesia's West Sumatra province. Rescue teams recovered Windy Rahma Putri's body the next morning despite treacherous terrain.
The Independent UK · Oct 18 Forest fires significantly worsening across Africa’s tropical nations, data shows SPECIAL REPORT: Exclusive: Prevalence of fires is increasing across the Congo and Guinean tropical forest basins, Nick Ferris reports – as fears grow the great forest sinks of Africa could one day go the way of the Amazon and Indonesia