A 17-year-old Indonesian teenager dressed as Superman has joined volunteer firefighters battling wildfires on Borneo. Rudiyansah, who learned firefighting alongside his father, now grabs a hose and helps tackle the flames in his striking superhero outfit. Nearly 95,000 hectares of land burned across Indonesia in July, amid a worsening wildfire and haze crisis.


Indonesia wildfires: Superman-clad teen helps fight Indonesidan wildfires 

A 17-year-old Indonesian teenager dressed as Superman has joined volunteer firefighters battling wildfires on Borneo. Rudiyansah, who learned firefighting alongside his father, now grabs a hose and helps tackle the flames in his striking superhero outfit. Nearly 95,000 hectares of land burned across Indonesia in July, amid a worsening wildfire and haze crisis.

Indonesia wildfires: 17-year-old fights wildfires in superman suit

China and Indonesia have agreed to strengthen military ties and expand cooperation in minerals, energy and technology. The two countries also plan collaboration in areas including artificial intelligence, defence, rail transport, satellites and fisheries, as Jakarta balances its relationships with Beijing and Washington.


Beijing, Jakarta expand defence ties, launch new dialogue

China and Indonesia have agreed to strengthen military ties and expand cooperation in minerals, energy and technology. The two countries also plan collaboration in areas including artificial intelligence, defence, rail transport, satellites and fisheries, as Jakarta balances its relationships with Beijing and Washington.

China, Indonesia deepen military and economic cooperation

Indonesia's Gen Z-led student protests are challenging what demonstrators see as growing political power centralisation. Students have taken to the streets to voice concerns over government policies, democratic institutions and the concentration of political authority.

Indonesian students challenge power centralisation

Indonesia’s earthquake-hit Flores region was struck by a magnitude 5.9 quake on Monday. The tremor comes days after a deadly 7.7 earthquake killed at least 53 people and triggered hundreds of aftershocks.


Indonesia earthquake: New 5.9 magnitude earthquake hits Indonesia's Flores

Indonesia’s earthquake-hit Flores region was struck by a magnitude 5.9 quake on Monday. The tremor comes days after a deadly 7.7 earthquake killed at least 53 people and triggered hundreds of aftershocks.

Indonesia earthquake: Rescue operations intensify in Flores 

Rescuers in Indonesia have recovered six more bodies in the aftermath of a deadly earthquake, as search and rescue operations continue in affected areas. The rising death toll has added to the devastation, with emergency teams continuing efforts to locate survivors and assist communities hit by the powerful quake.

Indonesia earthquake: Rescuers in Indonesia recover 6 more bodies in earthquake aftermath

Indonesia marked its Independence Day with a grand ceremony in Jakarta, bringing together national leaders, officials and citizens for celebrations honouring the country’s independence and national pride.

Indonesia Independence Day: Grand Independence Day ceremony held in Jakarta 

Indonesia is reeling from a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Flores early Saturday, killing at least 47 people and injuring several others. Hundreds of buildings have reportedly been damaged, while aftershocks continue to rattle the region. Search and rescue operations are underway as authorities assess the scale of the devastation.

Indonesia Quake: Flores earthquake leaves at least 47 dead, rescue efforts underway 

Indonesia urged residents living along parts of Flores island to move to higher ground after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the region and triggered a tsunami warning. At least 20 people are dead. Authorities called for immediate self-evacuation in coastal areas, particularly along the northern coast of Flores and parts of the island's southern region.


Indonesia earthquake: 20 killed, residents rush from homes as quake shakes Nagekeo & Bima 

Israel and Lebanon have shortlisted Britain, Italy, Switzerland, and Indonesia as potential contributors to a new international mechanism aimed at verifying Hezbollah's disarmament in southern Lebanon. The list emerged from US-mediated talks in Rome, with these countries possibly providing troops to observe or take part in weapons inspections.


UK, Italy, Switzerland, Indonesia shortlisted to monitor Hezbollah's disarmament

China and Indonesia just completed an unprecedented joint naval exercise in waters east of Taiwan, the first time Beijing has publicly trained with a foreign navy in this politically sensitive zone.


China-Indonesia's first-ever joint naval drill east of Taiwan draws Taipei's anger 

A massive search and rescue operation is underway in Indonesia after a passenger ferry carrying 271 people caught fire while crossing the Java Sea. Authorities say at least five people have died, 225 have been rescued, and 41 remain missing.

The ferry was traveling from Surabaya, East Java, to Makassar, South Sulawesi, when the captain reported flames onboard. Emergency responders, supported by nearby vessels, rushed to evacuate passengers as the ship burned. Officials have launched an investigation into the cause of the fire while rescue teams continue searching for survivors.

Indonesia ferry disaster: Deadly Indonesia ferry blaze sparks major rescue mission

Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto revealed that South Korean President Lee Jae Myung asked whether he would be willing to visit North Korea to help open dialogue. Prabowo said he would accept the request, highlighting Indonesia's balanced diplomatic approach.

Indonesian Prez Prabowo offers mediation in South-North Korea tensions

A man in a village in Indonesia was crushed and swallowed whole by a 23ft-long python. The incident occurred when he was walking back home from a party in the wee hours of July 27. Local media reports state that 35-year-old Hasim Lumbessy was at a bar in North Maluku on the night of July 26 and was passing through a forest en route to the village of Waksakai. At around 3 am, a drunk Hasim was attacked by a large python. It struck Hasim from the undergrowth and bit into his leg.&nbsp;The snake coiled around him, crushing him to such an extent that he died. His family became worried when they did not find him home in the morning. They started searching for him and checked the route through the forest, Sula Islands Police Chief Handres said. They found blood on the ground and his belongings, including a backpack, sling bag and sandals. "The witnesses became concerned and documented the items. They decided to return to the village to inform the other locals. They then conducted a wider search," he said.<h2>Hasim's body was found inside the python</h2>Their worst fears came true when they came across a large snake with a protruding belly, hinting that it had swallowed something large, nearly the size of a grown person. They cut open the python and found Hasim's body inside the reptile. The devastated family took his body back home for the funeral.&nbsp;The incident led the police to issue a warning to locals about the wildlife habitat in the area. "We urge the public to be careful when going to their gardens; if possible, they should go to the forest in pairs rather than alone, to minimise the risk of similar incidents," they said.&nbsp;Last month, an equally large python struck a biker in the same area, while in North Maluku the reptile killed a 44-year-old woman while working on her farm.

A man returning from a party in Indonesia was struck by a massive python, which killed and swallowed him. When the family noticed that he was missing, they started searching for him and came across a python with a distended belly.   

A man in a village in Indonesia was crushed and swallowed whole by a 23ft-long python. The incident occurred when he was walking back home from a party in the wee hours of July 27. Local media reports state that 35-year-old Hasim Lumbessy was at a bar in North Maluku on the night of July 26 and was passing through a forest en route to the village of Waksakai. At around 3 am, a drunk Hasim was attacked by a large python. It struck Hasim from the undergrowth and bit into his leg. The snake coiled around him, crushing him to such an extent that he died. His family became worried when they did not find him home in the morning. They started searching for him and checked the route through the forest, Sula Islands Police Chief Handres said. They found blood on the ground and his belongings, including a backpack, sling bag and sandals. "The witnesses became concerned and documented the items. They decided to return to the village to inform the other locals. They then conducted a wider search," he said. Hasim's body was found inside the python Their worst fears came true when they came across a large snake with a protruding belly, hinting that it had swallowed something large, nearly the size of a grown person. They cut open the python and found Hasim's body inside the reptile. The devastated family took his body back home for the funeral. The incident led the police to issue a warning to locals about the wildlife habitat in the area. "We urge the public to be careful when going to their gardens; if possible, they should go to the forest in pairs rather than alone, to minimise the risk of similar incidents," they said. Last month, an equally large python struck a biker in the same area, while in North Maluku the reptile killed a 44-year-old woman while working on her farm.

A man returning from a party in Indonesia was struck by a massive python, which killed and swallowed him. When the family noticed that he was missing, they started searching for him and came across a python with a distended belly. &nbsp;&nbsp;

23ft python swallows man returning from party in Indonesia; family find body whole inside reptile

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Former Union Minister M.J. Akbar has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Indo-Brahmos Pacific Alliance" vision, describing it as a significant strategic approach for the Indo-Pacific region. His remarks have reignited debate over India's evolving foreign policy, regional partnerships and geopolitical strategy.

MJ Akbar praises PM Modi's 'Indo-Brahmos Pacific alliance' vision

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Prambanan Temple in Indonesia along with President Prabowo Subianto. PM Modi offered prayers, interacted with temple officials, and received a warm welcome from people waving the national flags of India and Indonesia along the route.

PM Modi visits Indonesia's 1000-year-old Prambanan Temple

India just made a big move in the Indo-Pacific. India and Indonesia have signed a deal to jointly develop Sabang Port at the northern tip of Sumatra — right at the mouth of the Malacca Strait. Why it matters: 40% of global trade passes through here. With India already building a transshipment hub at Great Nicobar, Sabang gives India a footprint on both sides of this critical chokepoint. For maritime experts, this isn’t just about trade. It’s about security, influence, and having eyes on one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes.


Sabang port: India’s masterstroke at the mouth of Malacca strait?

#Gravitas An Indian-origin businessman is accused of pretending to be a CIA officer to help push through defence deals worth billions of dollars in Indonesia. 


Indian-origin man poses as 'CIA agent' to secure defence deals

Amid the geopolitical tug-of-war in the Indo-Pacific, India and Indonesia bolstered their comprehensive strategic partnership by signing major defence deals. Indonesia agreed to purchase BrahMos missile system from India and also inked an MoU on air-to-air missile cooperation agreement. Besides this, both sides will explore the modalities of jointly developing the strategic Sabang port, which may give India enhanced access in the Indo-Pacific.


India & Indonesia become military partners & sign BrahMos deal amid Chinese threat in Indo-Pacific

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Indonesia has put maritime security, defence cooperation, trade, and strategic partnerships firmly in the spotlight. With the Indo-Pacific becoming increasingly important, discussions are expected to cover issues ranging from the Malacca Strait and regional security to critical minerals and defence collaboration, including potential BrahMos-related cooperation. 

The visit highlights the growing importance of India-Indonesia relations in shaping the future of the region.

PM Modi in Indonesia: PM Modi hails friendship with President Subianto 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Indian diaspora in Jakarta during his Indonesia visit, highlighting the achievements of the Digital India initiative and India's rapid technological transformation. From digital payments and innovation to financial inclusion and governance reforms, PM Modi showcased India's progress on the global stage. The event also underscored the strong cultural and people-to-people ties between India and Indonesia.


PM Modi addresses Indian diaspora in Jakarta 

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