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6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes off Indonesia's Sumatra island

People inspect earthquake-damaged houses in North Lamba Leda, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia, Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026.

world news

Published on Aug 18, 2026 12:20 pm IST

Death toll in Indonesia earthquake rises to 51, rescues dig through rubble

Rescuers on Sunday dug through debris looking for people feared buried beneath landslides triggered by the quake.

world news

Published on Aug 16, 2026 10:13 pm IST

Indonesia hit by another major earthquake: 6.9-magnitude tremor shakes Sumatra

The quake was at a depth of 158 km (98.18 miles). (Representational)

world news

Updated on Aug 15, 2026 07:28 pm IST

47 dead in Indonesia earthquake: Visuals show buildings collapse, people fleeing

Phone charging booth sits among rubble at a heavily damaged building following an earthquake in Maumere, Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia.

world news

Updated on Aug 15, 2026 09:00 pm IST

Indonesia earthquake: 7.7 magnitude quake strikes of Indonesia's coast

Representational.

world news

Published on Aug 15, 2026 07:43 am IST

Big relief for Indonesian town as monkey captured after rampage that wounded 18

The monkey was caught late Thursday in a trap set up in town, and the rescue service issued a video Friday showing it alive, seemingly stressed, behind bars in a cage.

world news

Published on Aug 07, 2026 03:10 pm IST

5 dead, 28 still missing, search underway after ferry catches fire in Indonesia

Madura Island is located off the northeastern coast of Java.

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Published on Aug 04, 2026 11:04 pm IST

Five dead, 41 missing in Indonesia ferry fire

Plumes of smoke rise from a ferry which caught fire off Indonesia's Madura island, according to a statement by the Indonesian search and rescue agency, in this screengrab obtained from a video, East Java province, Indonesia, August 2, 2026.

world news

Updated on Aug 02, 2026 08:12 pm IST

Indonesia bank chief quits, adding uncertainty to struggling economy

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Published on Jul 27, 2026 12:36 pm IST

20 missing, five rescued after boat sinks in Indonesia

The Makassar Search and Rescue Office previously reported that the boat was carrying 74 people when it departed from Jampea Island, but the figure was later raised.

world news

Published on Jul 19, 2026 12:00 pm IST

Advancing India-Australia defence ties

In this image received on July 9, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi embraces Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during the India-Australia CEOs Forum, in Melbourne, Australia.

international affairs

Published on Jul 17, 2026 04:57 pm IST

Gold bars, $26.3 million cash: Inside Indonesia's biggest corruption raids

Febrie Adriansyah admitted that the house, where the safe containing 74 kg of gold was stored, belonged to him.

world news

Updated on Jul 13, 2026 12:57 pm IST

13 people killed as truck carrying wedding guests crushed on Indonesia highway

An official said the impact pushed the pickup into the opposite lane where it was hit again by another truck.

world news

Published on Jul 13, 2026 09:14 am IST

A highlight after PM's visit: Indonesia’s model of inclusion is a lesson for all

The coexistence of Islam, democracy, and pluralism in Indonesia is based on concepts such as Ummatan Wasatan, a Quranic term.

opinion

Published on Jul 13, 2026 06:48 am IST

India, Indonesia rise as key partners

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Prime Minister Modi and President Subianto both spoke of their commitment to an Indo-Pacific centred around unimpeded commerce and a rules-based order. (@IndianEmbJkt)

editorials

Published on Jul 08, 2026 11:20 pm IST

Indonesian President gifts PM Modi music instrument; plays 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, right, and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto wave during their visit to Prambanan Temple, in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Wednesday, July 8, 2026.

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Updated on Jul 08, 2026 11:20 pm IST

Inside Indonesia's 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple where PM Modi offered prayers

PM Modi offers prayers at Indonesia's 1,000-year-old Prambanan Temple.

spiritual

Published on Jul 09, 2026 11:59 am IST

PM Modi shares stunning aerial view of Prambanan Temple during Indonesia visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto

india news

Updated on Jul 08, 2026 02:01 pm IST

Indonesia has doubled its requirements for Indian BrahMos supersonic missiles

Indonesia had initial plans to buy one battery of BrahMos along with 12 missiles at the cost of USD 100 million

india news

Updated on Jul 08, 2026 02:46 pm IST

‘2+6 is equal to?’: PM Modi, Indonesian President dive into number 8. Here's why

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shakes hands with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto during an Indian community event in Jakarta on Tuesday.

india news

Updated on Jul 08, 2026 09:00 am IST

'Every time I hear Indian music, I find my body moving': Indonesian President

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto claims he has "Indian DNA" during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit

india news

Updated on Jul 07, 2026 10:44 pm IST

When Biju Patnaik rescued ex-Indonesian PM on order of Nehru | Throwback

Biju Patnaik arrived safely in New Delhi on July 24, 1947, bringing the Indonesian leaders for crucial secret meetings with Jawaharlal Nehru.

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Updated on Jul 08, 2026 12:00 am IST

India, Indonesia strike key defence deal on BrahMos missile system

India to supply Indonesia with long-range missiles as the countries deepen ties in defence and critical minerals among other areas

india news

Published on Jul 07, 2026 06:16 pm IST

‘Brought two nations closer’: PM Modi's big praise for Biju Patnaik in Indonesia

Biju Patnaik played a death-defying role in the Indonesian National Revolution against Dutch colonial rule in 1947.

india news

Updated on Jul 07, 2026 11:59 pm IST

Missiles, minerals mark India-Indonesia ties; BrahMos, Astra deals sealed

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi (C) shakes hands with Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto during his visit at the parliament building in Jakarta on July 7, 2026.

india news

Updated on Jul 08, 2026 06:39 am IST

BrahMos, Malacca, Astra: Modi's Indonesia visit set to deliver big strategic win

A major defence outcome expected from PM Modi's visit is Indonesia's decision to import India's indigenous Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM).

india news

Updated on Jul 07, 2026 03:00 pm IST