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U.S. military says it seizes another oil tanker associated with Iran

The seizure comes a day after Iran attacked three cargo ships in the strait, capturing two of them, in a move that intensified its assault on shipping in the key waterway through which 20% of the world's traded oil passes in peacetime.

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 6:12 pm

Whale Cloud and AGIBOT Announce Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Global Expansion of Embodied AI

Whale Cloud, a global leader in providing full-stack digital and intelligent capabilities for telecommunications ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 5:37 pm

Indonesian Police foil attempted smuggling of 68 migrants to Malaysia

Indonesian authorities in Riau Province have thwarted an attempt to smuggle 68 people across the border to Malaysia, ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 5:29 pm

Indonesia's BRIN develops railway technologies to boost transport

Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is developing railway technologies covering rolling ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 5:27 pm

Danantara waiting for Hajj Village land tender results

The Danantara Investment Management Agency (BPI) has revealed that it is still awaiting the results of a land tender ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 5:20 pm

Indonesia to reopen Mount Semeru climbing routes on April 24

Climbing routes for Mount Semeru in East Java will be reopened on April 24 after being closed since November 19, 2025, ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 5:08 pm

Xinhua Silk Road: 3TREES expands global reach amid eye-catching stone paint sales

Chinese healthy paint advocate and manufacturer SKSHU Paint Co., Ltd. (3TREES) expanded its global presence at a ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 4:13 pm

Indonesia wins eight golds at Singapore athletics championships

Indonesia's athletics team won eight gold and one silver medals at the 86th Singapore Open Track & Field ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 3:55 pm

WSBP Reports Revenue of Rp395.10 Billion in Q1 2026

Jakarta (ANTARA)- PT Waskita Beton Precast Tbk (ticker code: WSBP) recorded Revenue of Rp395.10 billion. This ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 3:53 pm

Deputy minister presses for ethics in Indonesia's AI development

The Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Stella Christie stressed that the development of ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 1:20 pm

Iran says won't reopen Hormuz if U.S. upholds naval blockade

While strikes around the region have mostly ceased since the truce began, there has been no letup in the pressure around the crucial trade route, with the two sides exercising their economic leverage in a bid to force the other to back down.

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 1:07 pm

Detained Scot enduring 'psychological torture' in Indian jail

UN experts speak out in suport of Jagtar Singh Johal from Dumbarton who was arrested by Indian authorities in 2017.

BBC 23 Apr 2026 12:50 pm

Indonesian Army sets up 155 territorial battalions, targets 593 units

The Indonesian Army (TNI AD) reported the establishment of 155 territorial development battalions (YTP) across various ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 12:47 pm

Humanoid robots showcase autonomy at Beijing half marathon

On a crisp Sunday morning, the starting gun rang out at an innovation zone on the southeastern outskirts of Beijing. ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 12:16 pm

Highland Papua expected to be tropical forest stronghold: Ministry

Indonesia's Forestry Ministry has expressed hope that the Highland Papua Province will serve as a stronghold of ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 11:56 am

Indonesia plans nat'l satellite consortium to cut foreign dependence

Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto is pushing for the formation of a national ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 11:55 am

Indonesia studies 2,772 km Kalimantan rail network

Indonesia is evaluating plans to build a 2,772-kilometer railway network across Kalimantan to improve logistics and ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 11:51 am

Rupiah slips past Rp17,200 per dollar as minister urges caution

Indonesian Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto said the government will remain cautious as ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 11:46 am

Jakarta's janitor fish dilemma: When livelihoods meet cleanup drive

As the Ciliwung River winds through Kalibata in South Jakarta, stories unfold of people striving to see another day by ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 11:27 am

Watch: Donald Trump should lift the blockade | The Hindu Editorial

If Donald Trump wants a negotiated exit, he should lift the blockade in return for Iran easing its restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran, too, should step back from maximalist positions and be ready to make concessions on the nuclear front in exchange for sanctions relief and security guarantees. What West Asia needs is economic and strategic stability, not forever wars.

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 11:07 am

Indonesias rice reserves hit record 5 million tons, Minister says

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman announced that the Indonesian government rice reserves hit an unprecedented ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 10:31 am

Indonesia ensures round-the-clock health services for Hajj pilgrims

The Indonesian Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has ensured that healthcare services for hajj pilgrims will remain open 24 ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 7:50 am

Israel-Iran LIVE: Iran attacks 3 ships in Strait of Hormuz

Lebanon meets Israel in Washington to request truce extension

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 7:06 am

Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 vs. Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro: I tried both, and this pair wins

The latest Samsung earbuds compete squarely with the flagship Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2. But are they better?

ZDNet 23 Apr 2026 7:00 am

Govt urges forest fire vigilance as RI faces record low rainfall

Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq urged increased vigilance against forest and land fires as Indonesia is ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 6:27 am

High-stakes West Bengal election begins in India amid voter roll row

The poll is taking place against a controversy over a sweeping revision of electoral rolls.

BBC 23 Apr 2026 6:22 am

U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan fired by Pentagon

Mr. Phelan's departure also comes just weeks after Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the Army's top officer, Gen. Randy George, as well as two other top generals in the Army

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 4:38 am

Chemical leak at U.S. plant kills two, sends 19 more to hospital: Officials

A chemical gas reaction occurred at the plant involving nitric acid and another substance, an official said

The Hindu 23 Apr 2026 4:02 am

Govt urges mental readiness for 2026 hajj pilgrims

The Ministry of Health has stressed that managing expectations and adopting a holistic approach are essential to help ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 2:02 am

Bloom Card vs. Brick: My verdict after trying both gadgets to cut screen time

Should you buy a Bloom Card to lower your phone usage? I tried it for weeks, and here's my verdict.

ZDNet 23 Apr 2026 1:08 am

RI slams Israel over military banner at Gaza's Indonesian Hospital

Indonesia has condemned Israeli forces for installing a military propaganda banner at the ruins of the Indonesian ...

Antara News 23 Apr 2026 12:56 am

The shadowy SIM farms behind those incessant scam texts - and how to stay safe

These fraud factories operate quietly to support large-scale scamming and phishing. Here's how they work and what to do if you're targeted.

ZDNet 23 Apr 2026 12:20 am

Don't wait to buy a MacBook Neo for school - here's why

The MacBook Neo has been so popular that it's selling out on Apple's website.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 11:37 pm

The best earbuds of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

For your workouts, cool-downs, days in the office, and everything in between, we picked the five best earbuds for your day-to-day from brands like Apple, Sony, and Bose.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 11:30 pm

Israeli strikes kill 3 in Lebanon, Beirut to seek truce extension

Ahead of the talks on Thursday (April 23, 2026), Israel called on the Lebanese government to work together with it against Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah

The Hindu 22 Apr 2026 11:13 pm

Google brings Auto Browse and Skills to Chrome Enterprise - and a new 'Gemini Summary'

Chrome Enterprise is turning into more of an AI workspace, with task automation, one-click workflows, and new IT security controls.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 11:00 pm

New Firefox update patches a whopping 271 bugs with help from Claude Mythos

Firefox 150 enhances split view, tab sharing, and other helpful features and patches 271 security vulnerabilities - update now.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 10:22 pm

BNI completes $1.65 million refund in embezzlement case

State-owned Bank Negara Indonesia (BNI) has completed the return of Rp28.26 billion (US$1.65 million) in funds ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 10:05 pm

RI targets June groundbreaking for five waste-to-energy projects

The Indonesian government plans to start construction of five waste-to-energy (PSEL) power plants, with groundbreaking ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 8:53 pm

Indonesia removes EV tax exemptions due to fiscal considerations: govt

Deputy Minister of Industry Faisol Riza cited Indonesias fiscal conditions as a primary consideration for the ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 8:44 pm

5 gifts your mom will actually like for Mother's Day

Mother's Day is just a couple of weeks away, and we've found the best useful gadgets and cozy items that our moms on staff approve.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 8:01 pm

This Moto G Stylus phone deal includes a free smartwatch and more - here's how it works

Buy the Moto G Stylus directly from Motorola and get a pair of Moto Buds Loop earbuds, a Moto Watch, and Moto Tag for free.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 7:58 pm

I set up this Linux 'Watchdog' and now my system auto-reboots when it locks up

If your Linux system becomes unresponsive, this tool can monitor it and reboot when problems arise. Here's how.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 7:45 pm

Four countries ask for Indonesia's urea, over 750,000 tons sought

Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman revealed that four countries have requested Indonesias urea fertilizer, ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 7:40 pm

Lenovo vs. Dell: My buying advice after testing dozens of laptops from both

Dell and Lenovo specialize in different areas. This guide will help you decide which to buy.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 7:40 pm

An AI app prepares me for my day now - and I've never been more organized

The free Huxe app combines your important events and emails with the news to create a personalized morning briefing. I'm finding it seriously useful and addictive.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 7:03 pm

Indonesia in 'survival mode' amid global uncertainty: finance minister

Indonesia is in survival mode amid global uncertainty, Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said on ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 6:41 pm

Govt strengthens role of 'early adopter' to boost EV market

The Industry Ministry is strengthening the role of early adopters to boost the growth of the electric vehicle (EV) ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 6:40 pm

Japanese tourists can soon use QRIS for inbound transaction: BI

Japanese tourists will soon be able to make inbound transactions in Indonesia using QR Code Indonesian Standard (QRIS), ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 6:30 pm

Govt prepares weather modification, water measures ahead of El Nino

The Ministry of Environment is preparing Weather Modification Operations (OMC) and peatlands water management ahead of ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 6:09 pm

BGN calls for tighter supply chain oversight for free meal program

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has urged regional heads to tighten control over raw material supply chains to ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 5:55 pm

Citizens without proper visa cannot perform Hajj, minister says

Minister of Hajj and Umrah Mochamad Irfan Yusuf emphasized that citizens who insist on traveling to Saudi Arabia ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 5:53 pm

Google bets $32B on AI agent cyber force as security arms race escalates

With Wiz and AI agents, Google is gearing up for a cyberwar where machines fight at speeds humans can't match.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 5:50 pm

Indonesia to maintain inflation rate at 2,51 percent: BI

Bank Indonesia (BI) governor Perry Warjiyo is confident that inflation in 2026 and 2027 will remain within the target ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 5:00 pm

Ministry, Jasaraharja Putera strengthen tourism risk governance

Indonesia is stepping up tourism risk governance in Labuan Bajo through a pilot project aimed at building a ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 4:43 pm

Central Java Police foils smuggling of illegal vehicles to Timor Leste

Central Java Police have uncovered a criminal syndicate that has been smuggling thousands of illegal motor vehicles to ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 4:40 pm

The best robot vacuums for 2026: Expert and lab tested

I tested the best robot vacuums from brands like Ecovacs, Roborock, Mova, and more in lab and home settings - here are the top ones.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 4:36 pm

Bank Indonesia holds benchmark interest rate at 4.75 pct

Bank Indonesia (BI) decided to hold its benchmark interest rate, or BI-Rate, at 4.75 percent at its Board of Governors ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 4:35 pm

Luhut reports steady 3-month economy outlook to Prabowo

Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, Chairman of the National Economic Council (DEN), informed President Prabowo Subianto ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 4:33 pm

This robot vacuum mops so well, it cleaned up the mess my Roomba left behind

Without a doubt, the Deebot X8 Pro Omni is one of the best robot vacuum and mop combinations I've ever tested.

ZDNet 22 Apr 2026 4:33 pm

Jakarta expands global city partnerships across Asia

The Jakarta provincial government expanded international partnerships with Shenzhen, Seoul, Tokyo, and Kyoto during ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 3:22 pm

Indonesia, Singapore air forces deepen defense ties

The Indonesian Air Force and the Republic of Singapore Air Force agreed to strengthen defense cooperation during a ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 3:20 pm

Indonesia to record 4.9 pct to 5.7 pct growth in 2026, BI estimates

Bank Indonesia (BI) Governor Perry Warjiyo estimates Indonesia's economic growth in 2026 will be in the range of ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 3:15 pm

Indonesia serves as ASEAN haze control hub through ACCTHPC

Minister of Environment Hanif Faisol Nurofiq inaugurated the office of the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Transboundary ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 3:13 pm

Police detail suspects in Indonesia's illegal import probe

Indonesias police on Wednesday detailed the roles of two suspects in an illegal import scheme involving mobile ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 3:10 pm

Talks for Pertamina ship release becoming more complex: Minister

Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono said that negotiations are still ongoing regarding two Pertamina vessels that are ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 2:59 pm

Free meals program spurs local economies with Rp60 trillion: BGN

The Indonesian government has disbursed Rp60 trillion (around US$3.5 billion) to thousands of kitchens operating under ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 2:46 pm

US warship passing Malacca Strait 'part of freedom of navigation': FM

Foreign Minister Sugiono said that a US warship passing through the Malacca Strait on April 18 was part of freedom of ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 2:34 pm

RI Govt to delay new tax schemes until purchasing power recovers

Indonesia will refrain from introducing new taxes or raising existing rates until economic conditions and household ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 2:23 pm

Prabowo to visit France soon to strengthen bilateral ties: Minister

Foreign Minister Sugiono stated that President Prabowo Subianto will soon undertake another state visit to France as ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 2:16 pm

Indonesia considers US proposal for airspace overflight access: FM

Foreign Minister Sugiono stated that Indonesia is considering a US proposal on overflight access to its airspace, ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 2:11 pm

Whoosh debt policy ready, awaiting official announcement: Minister

Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa confirmed that the government has devised a definitive policy to ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 2:06 pm

Prabowo, Putin discuss Indonesians joining cosmonaut training

President Prabowo Subianto, during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin some time ago, discussed the ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 2:01 pm

Vice President Gibran joins Mansorandak ritual in Raja Ampat debut

Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka was welcomed with a Gale-Gale dance performance and took part in the ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 1:57 pm

Indonesia's Q1 investment tops target, jobs rise

President Prabowo Subianto received a report showing Indonesias first quarter investment reached Rp498.79 ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 1:36 pm

Thirteen killed in second India fireworks blast in three days

Earlier this week, an explosion at a firecracker factory in neighbouring state Tamil Nadu left at least 25 dead.

BBC 22 Apr 2026 11:25 am

A new system to track material design processes

Discovering and characterizing new materials is important for unlocking advances in fields like clean energy, ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 11:24 am

Global Turbine Asia Advances Aerospace Growth, Capabilities and Talent Development Through Strategic Partnerships

Global Turbine Asia Sdn. Bhd.(GTA or the Company), a Malaysian-based engine ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 11:20 am

Demanlink Unveils Sarawak's First Telecommunications Smart Pole in Siburan and Debuts its First Built-to-Suit Tower in Bintulu

Demanlink Connexion Sdn. Bhd. (Demanlink), a Sarawak-based telecommunications infrastructure ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 11:17 am

Seven HKTDC Lifestyle and Licensing mega events to open next week

Seven annual lifestyle and licensing mega events organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) are ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 11:13 am

Indonesia sends off 391 pilgrims in first batch for 2026 season

Indonesia officially launched its 2026 Hajj pilgrimage on Tuesday, with the first group of 391 pilgrims departing from ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 11:07 am

Smart Lighting Expo and Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition), twin fairs open today

Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the3rdSmart Lighting Expoand ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 11:06 am

VP Gibran urges security push to roll out programs in Papua

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka on Tuesday urged the Indonesian military and police to step up coordination to ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 10:35 am

Indonesian govtboosts training to aid flood recovery

Indonesia is ramping up vocational training to support medium- and long-term recovery after flash floods in Aceh and ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 10:26 am

Indonesia logs US$32 bln Japan, South Korea investment pledges

President Prabowo Subianto has received investment commitments worth about Rp570 trillion (US$32.3 billion) from Japan ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 9:13 am

Indonesia, Apple Academy expand developer training ecosystem

Indonesia is strengthening its digital ecosystem through expanded collaboration with Apple to develop talent and boost ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 9:02 am

VP Gibran gives Kartini Day aid to Papuan mothers

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka took 100 Papuan mothers shopping in Sorong, Southwest Papua, on Tuesday, giving ...

Antara News 22 Apr 2026 8:52 am