Indonesia’s flood-related death toll has crossed 1,000 as severe monsoon rains continue to batter large parts of the country, triggering landslides, flash floods, and widespread destruction. Authorities confirmed that the casualties have been reported across multiple provinces, with densely
Severe flooding and landslides in Indonesia have killed more than 900 people, according to officials monitoring the situation. The deaths have been reported mainly from Sumatra, where continuous rains and collapsed slopes have wiped out homes and farmland. Large parts of the affected areas remain submerged, and rescue teams are still reaching remote locations. Remote […]
India and Indonesia have agreed to strengthen defence-industrial cooperation after high-level talks in New Delhi. The meeting, part of the India–Indonesia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue, focused on expanding strategic collaboration and boosting long-term defence partnerships between the two nations. Both sides reiterated their commitment to a stable and rules-based
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 rush outdoors. No Tsunami Threat Issued Indonesia’s tsunami monitoring […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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
India proposes LCA Tejas jets equipped with BrahMos-NG missiles to enhance Indonesia's maritime defense capabilities.
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















