Strong 6.6 Quake Jolts Indonesia’s Sumatra

By BPN News Desk November 27, 2025

International

A powerful 6.6-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, on November 27, 2025. According to the USGS, the epicentre was located near Simeulue Island at a depth of around 25 km. The tremors were felt across western Indonesia, prompting residents in several districts to

International

School Collapse Kills, Injures in Indonesia

By BPN News Desk September 30, 2025

An Islamic boarding school in Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia, collapsed on September 29, 2025, while students were performing afternoon prayers. The accident occurred at Al Khoziny school during an unauthorized expansion. Casualties & Rescues At least one student died, and 99 others were injured, some critically. Rescue teams fear around 38 students may still be […]

International

Trump Hints at Trade Deal with Indonesia

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new trade agreement with Indonesia, calling it a “great deal for everybody.” The announcement follows Trump’s earlier threat to impose a 32% tariff on Indonesian imports starting August 1. The new understanding, as described by Trump, would avert the tariff and strengthen bilateral economic ties. Trump claimed he […]

International

Indonesia Seeks Indian Expertise for Indigenous Aircraft Carrier Development

By BPN News Desk February 27, 2025

Indonesia has approached India for collaboration in developing its first indigenous aircraft carrier, aiming to enhance its maritime capabilities. This initiative seeks to leverage India’s experience in aircraft carrier construction, notably the successful commissioning of INS Vikrant (IAC-I), which boasts an impressive 76% indigenous content. India’s Aircraft

Defence

India and Indonesia Finalize $450 Million BrahMos Missile Deal with Technology Transfer

By BPN News Desk January 25, 2025

India and Indonesia have finalized a $450 million agreement for the sale of BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, marking a significant advancement in defense cooperation between the two nations. This deal includes a Transfer of Technology (ToT) provision, enabling Indonesia to locally manufacture components of the missile system, thereby bolstering its domestic defense

Asia International

India Offers LCA Tejas with BrahMos-NG Missiles to Indonesian Air Force

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2025

India proposes LCA Tejas jets equipped with BrahMos-NG missiles to enhance Indonesia's maritime defense capabilities.

Defence

India Set to Finalize $450 Million BrahMos Missile Deal with Indonesia

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2025

India is on the verge of concluding a $450 million agreement to export BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Indonesia, positioning it as the second ASEAN nation, following the Philippines, to acquire this advanced weaponry. The deal has been under negotiation for an extended period, with significant discussions occurring during Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo