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Brilliant Kapp leads South Africa past India

Marizanne Kapp strikes a powerful 81 as South Africa beat India by six wickets to keep their World Cup hopes alive.

BBC 21 Jun 2026 10:51 pm

Indonesia's Supreme Court Urges Lawyers to Uphold Reason, Instinct, and Conscience Amid Growing Legal Complexity

Jakarta (ANTARA) As global legal complexity intensifies alongside rapid digital transformation and rising ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 8:58 pm

VP Gibranpledges upgrade of Asmat Hospital to type C

Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka pledged to strengthen healthcare services in remote and underdeveloped ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 7:53 pm

Indonesia shifts primary care focus from treatment to prevention

For decades, Indonesians have visited community health centers mainly when they were sick. Now, the government is ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 7:32 pm

Jogja Marathon helps boost tourism, economy: Minister

Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir said running events that combine sports and cultural tourism can strengthen ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 6:50 pm

Indian man charged with fatal stabbing in Londons Southall

Navjot Singh, 20, was charged with murder, grievous bodily harm with intent and possessing an offensive weapon after his arrest on suspicion of the murder of Gurbhej Singh last week

The Hindu 21 Jun 2026 6:09 pm

I always change these 7 phone privacy settings on every new device - here's why

Your phone holds a lot of personal information, from where you go to who you talk to every day. Here's how to limit who can access your data and when.

ZDNet 21 Jun 2026 5:30 pm

Indonesia's renewable energy mix gains pace, beats 2026 target

For the first time in recent years, Indonesia's renewable energy achievements do not need to wait until the end of ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 5:11 pm

PLN fully restores Central Sulawesi power grid after 6.7 quake

State utility PT PLN has fully restored electricity services in Central Sulawesi following a magnitude 6.7 earthquake, ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 4:37 pm

Indonesia targets to resolve 80 percent waste problem by 2029

Indonesia aims to resolve 70 percent to 80 percent of its waste problem by 2029 through expanded waste-processing ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 4:32 pm

I tested the new modular ThinkPad, and it's the repairable future I'm hoping for

Unveiled at CES, the 14th-gen Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Aura Edition features a redesigned double-sided motherboard and modular components.

ZDNet 21 Jun 2026 3:30 pm

Indonesian govt offers transport fare discounts for school holidays

The Indonesian government will offer discounted fares across rail, sea, ferry and air transport during the 2026 school ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 2:57 pm

Dieng asked to improve tourism services ahead of school holiday

Deputy Tourism Minister Ni Luh Puspa urged tourism operators in Dieng, Central Java, to strengthen services, safety ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 2:50 pm

Indonesia backs information integrity, journalist protection

Indonesia reaffirmed its commitment to protecting information integrity and journalist safety amid rapid artificial ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 2:36 pm

Indonesia says PLN coal supply remains secure despite blackouts

Indonesia's Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has assured that coal supplies for state utility ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 12:57 pm

Jakarta offers free tourist entry and transit on anniversary

The Jakarta Provincial Government offers free entry tickets to all city-managed tourist attractions and public ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 12:35 pm

Jakarta builds Dukuh Atas pedestrian deck to link six transit modes

The Jakarta Provincial Government launched construction of the Dukuh Atas pedestrian deck, a circular elevated walkway ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 12:22 pm

Minister pushes 'carrot and stick' approach in waste management

Coordinating Minister for Food Affairs Zulkifli Hasan urged the adoption of a carrot and stick or ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 11:33 am

Indonesia urges professors to foster self-reliance through science

Indonesian Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Brian Yuliarto has called on professors to strengthen ...

Antara News 21 Jun 2026 11:05 am

What does the U.S.-Iran agreement say? | Explained

What are the main provisions of the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding signed on June 15? What commitments have the two countries made under the deal regarding nuclear activities and sanctions? How does the issue of Irans frozen assets feature in the agreement? Why is Israel opposed to the agreement? What are the main sticking points?

The Hindu 21 Jun 2026 1:30 am

Seven killed, three injured in twin blasts in northwest Pakistan

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi strongly condemned the incident and directed police authorities to submit a detailed report on it.

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 10:05 pm

Indonesia readies free halal certificates for 500,000 MSMEs

Indonesia's Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is preparing free halal certification for ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 9:47 pm

Jakarta ranks 53rd in World's Best Cities 2026 list

Jakarta ranked 53rd in the World's Best Cities 2026 list released by Resonance Consultancy, driven by its tourism ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 8:05 pm

Irans military command announces Strait of Hormuz closure over ceasefire violations by U.S., Israel

Irans top joint military command warned that further measures would be taken if aggression continued

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 7:14 pm

Three WtE projects gain national strategic status amid waste push

The designation of three waste-to-energy (WtE) plant development programs as national strategic projects reflects the ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 6:34 pm

Indonesia to build temporary housing for Sigi quake victims

Indonesias National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) will build temporary housing for earthquake ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 6:19 pm

Indonesia distributes 7.7 mln tons of rice reserves in 2023-2025

Indonesia distributed 7.75 million metric tons of government rice reserves between 2023 and 2025 to stabilize food ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 6:14 pm

Indonesia, Norway assess forest rehab under FOLU 2030

Indonesia's Environmental Fund Management Agency (BPDLH) and Norway's Project Management Unit for the Norway ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 6:11 pm

Beyond the harvest: Indonesia's quest for lasting food security

Seven days into 2026, President Prabowo Subianto announced that Indonesia had officially entered a new era of food ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 5:43 pm

4 easy tweaks you can make to your TV soundbar for more immersive audio

Some of your favorite soundbar settings for music and movies aren't compatible with live sports broadcasts. Here's my fix.

ZDNet 20 Jun 2026 5:30 pm

I made 7 changes to my Android Auto setup for better functionality when I'm driving

You can customize Android Auto to make it more tailored to your ideal driving experience - all in just minutes.

ZDNet 20 Jun 2026 4:30 pm

Minister Mahendra to relay student board demands to Prabowo

Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration, and Corrections Yusril Ihza Mahendra will convey the demands ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 4:12 pm

Minister highlights commitment to expand nationwide electricity access

Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Bahlil Lahadalia reaffirmed his commitment to expanding electricity ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 3:17 pm

Gibran pushes government solutions to farming, fishing challenges

Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka on Saturday instructed ministries and agencies to take concrete ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 3:15 pm

Indonesia MotoGP delivers US$278 million economic boost: official

Indonesia MotoGP in Mandalika, West NusaTenggara, generated an economic impact of Rp4.96 trillion (around US$278 ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 2:27 pm

Sekolah Rakyat phase II is scheduled to open in July: Minister

The Minister of Public Works (PU), Dody Hanggodo, has confirmed that the Phase II Peoples School buildings will ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 1:25 pm

VP Gibran meets farmers, fishermen to address key challenges

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka on Saturday held a dialogue with farmers and fishermen from various regions ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 1:03 pm

Indonesia leads ASEAN rice production, ranks fourth globally: Govt

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) announced Indonesia as the largest rice producer in Southeast Asia, and ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 12:55 pm

Environment Ministry seals used oil plant over illegal permit

Indonesia's Environment Ministry (KLH) has sealed a used lubricant oil recycling facility operated by PT Beringin ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 12:46 pm

Indonesia keeps 5 percent subsidized housing loan rate despite BI hike

Minister of Housing and Settlement Areas (PKP) Maruarar Sirait announced no hike in interest rate for subsidized ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 12:26 pm

Ministry expands education access in North Nias with internet aid

Ministry expands education access with Starlink in North Nias The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 12:17 pm

Gibran rallies farmers and fishermen behind food security drive

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka reiterated the urgency for Indonesia to pursue food self-sufficiency and reduce ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 12:11 pm

VP Gibran opens National Farmers, Fishermen Week in Gorontalo

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka (second left), accompanied by Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman (left), ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 11:51 am

RI hopes CNG gas networks accelerate clean energy access

based household gas networks to expand clean energy access in areas without pipeline infrastructure, Deputy Minister of ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 11:22 am

RI could lead high-blend biodiesel adoption with B50

Indonesia could become a global pioneer in high-blend biodiesel adoption when it launches B50 in July 2026, potentially ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 11:07 am

Community in Dharmasraya turns plastic waste into diesel fuel

A business community namedGaharu Empowerment Center Nagari Sungai Duo in West Sumatra has converted plastic waste ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 10:51 am

Indonesia deports three Chinese nationals over visa fraud

Indonesia's immigration authorities deported three Chinese nationals after finding they had manipulated sponsor ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 9:30 am

Indonesian herbal exports secure Saudi market entry

Indonesia's herbal products industry has secured a Rp2.5 billion (US$153,000) export deal with a Saudi Arabian ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 9:25 am

Ex-spy chief warns against disinformation and division

Former Indonesian State Intelligence Agency (BIN) chief A.M.Hendropriyono urged the public to remain vigilant ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 8:59 am

Indonesia Navy proposes historical figures' names for first carrier

The Indonesian Navy has proposed naming the country's first aircraft carrier after historical figure Gajah Mada or ...

Antara News 20 Jun 2026 8:54 am

Two trains collide north of London, killing at least one person

A passenger reported that he was thrown forward by the impact then saw fellow travellers with broken bones and bloody injuries

The Hindu 20 Jun 2026 3:15 am

Talks between U.S., Iran called off because of fighting in Lebanon, officials say

Word of the ceasefire came from two regional officials and a U.S. official. The truce was mediated by Qatar, the U.S. and Iran, the regional officials said.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 10:14 pm

Govt-backed village co-ops can become new source of revenue: economist

The government-backed Red and White Village Cooperatives could unlock a new source of village revenue if their various ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 10:07 pm

Prabowo backs naturalization program to strengthen national team

President Prabowo Subianto has expressed full support for the ongoing naturalization of diaspora players aimed at ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 10:03 pm

Israel and Hezbollah agree on Lebanon ceasefire: U.S. official

The truce that began at 4 p.m. local time (1300 GMT) was brokered by U.S. and Qatari mediators following talks with Israel and Iran, the official told AFP on condition of anonymity

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 9:13 pm

Putting Indigenous farmers at the heart of Papua's food security

Discussions around food security often revolve around numbers, from the size of newly opened agricultural land and ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 9:06 pm

The Ninja Creami just dropped to an all time low price for Prime Day - and I recommend one

Make your own ice cream, gelato, sorbet, and smoothie bowls with the Ninja Creami, now 22% off for Amazon Prime Day.

ZDNet 19 Jun 2026 8:51 pm

Prabowo urges PSSI to reform league for World Cup bid

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto urged Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) Chairman Erick Thohir to improve ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 8:49 pm

Prabowo backs Indonesia's bid to host inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup

President Prabowo Subianto has guaranteed support for Indonesias bid to host the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup, ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 8:17 pm

Giant Sea Wall to be combined with mangrove restoration : Minister

Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY) said the planned Giant ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 7:52 pm

BSKDN syncs policies for effective delivery of President's program

The Domestic Policy Strategy Agency (BSKDN) held a strategic forum to strengthen governance, synchronize central and ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 7:35 pm

Prabowo pushes sports academies to develop young athletes

President Prabowo Subianto is promoting national sports development through the establishment of sports academies ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 7:32 pm

Prabowo endorses long-term sports budget to prepare future athletes

President Prabowo Subianto has expressed full support for a multi-year budgeting policy to prepare the future of ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 7:20 pm

Indonesia confident to keep MSCI emerging market status

The Indonesian government remains confident that the country will retain its emerging market status ahead ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 7:13 pm

Ministry outlines steps to global careers for vocational students

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has outlined a number of measures that educational institutions and ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 7:09 pm

New bright orange Rhododendron species discovered in C Sulawesi

A joint team of scientists led by the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has discovered a new species of ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 6:52 pm

Indonesia to form special task force to mitigate El Nino impacts

Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo has announced plans to form a special task force to mitigate the impacts of the El ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 6:50 pm

True IDC Continues Investing with 6 Billion Baht in Its 7th Data Center in Northern Bangkok

True Internet Data Center Co., Ltd., or True IDC,the largest data center and cloud service provider in Thailand ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 6:32 pm

President Prabowo calls for stronger support for disabled athletes

President Prabowo Subianto has called for greater attention to be given to athletes with disabilities in Indonesia as ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 6:27 pm

Gibran inspects 95 percent complete Bulango Ulu Dam in Gorontalo

Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka conducted a firsthand inspection of the Bulango Ulu Dam under ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 6:16 pm

How the Hormuz reopening could lower fuel prices in Indonesia

The atmosphere inside the Presidential Palace Complex on Thursday (June 18) shifted from routine statecraft to cautious ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 5:24 pm

Indonesia speeds up home renovations to cut substandard housing

The Indonesian government is ramping up efforts to reduce substandard housing by accelerating its Self-help Housing ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 5:11 pm

Five rehabilitated orangutans return to Kalimantan rainforest

Five rehabilitated orangutans have been released into the Kalimantan rainforest at Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park, ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 4:51 pm

West Kalimantan promotes tolerance, tourism through Bakcang Festival

West Kalimantan Governor Ria Norsan officially opened the Pontianak Bakcang Festival 2026 to strengthen tolerance, ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 4:40 pm

5 reasons I'm using Android Auto instead of my car's own infotainment system - and can't go back

Your car's built-in screen may look modern, but Android Auto is still the easier, smarter way to drive. Here's why.

ZDNet 19 Jun 2026 4:30 pm

Kremlin acknowledges Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow, says strikes on Ukraine will continue

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters they should check out images from Ukrainian cities that Russian forces had struck

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:11 pm

Hormuz ship crossings spike after U.S.-Iran deal to end war, says marine tracker

AXSMarine said that on June 18 it observed 25 verified commercial vessel crossings through the Strait of Hormuz the highest single-day count since April 18 and more than five times the average daily level recorded during the first ten days of June

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 4:09 pm

Asia's richest man Ambani announces what could be India's biggest share sale

India's largest telecom operator is expected to raise around $4bn (3.02bn), according to media reports.

BBC 19 Jun 2026 3:43 pm

Indonesia, UNESCAP discuss research support for energy transition

The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology explored opportunities for cooperation with the United ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 3:34 pm

You can get Amazon Prime totally free for 6 months if you're age 18-24 - what to know

Amazon's Prime for Young Adults plan gets college students and young people a big break on the membership. Here's how to get it.

ZDNet 19 Jun 2026 3:30 pm

Mount Rinjani cracks down on hiker waste with local community help

The Mount Rinjani National Park Office (TNGR) in West Nusa Tenggara is involving local community groups to improving ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 3:23 pm

RI calls for stronger cross-regional connectivity at Uzbekistan forum

Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti called for strengthening cross-regional economic connectivity at an ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 3:20 pm

Indonesia targets renovation of 1,397 madrasas

The Indonesian government is targeting the rehabilitation and renovation of 1,397 madrasas nationwide under a Rp4 ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 2:40 pm

Indonesia, Kuwait strengthen energy security cooperation

Indonesia and Kuwait are strengthening cooperation in energy security to navigate ongoing global economic and ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 2:32 pm

VP inspects Mbongawani Market to ensure its operational readiness

Indonesia's Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka reviewed the revitalised Old Mbongawani Market in Ende District, ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 2:27 pm

Afghan forces struck militant hideouts in Pakistan: Taliban

Afghan Talibans Defence Ministry did not specify how the attack Kabuls first major offensive action in months was carried out

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 2:08 pm

Jakarta launches cash incentives, tax rebates to become cinema hub

Jakarta is launching a major push to transform Indonesia's capital into a regional cinema hub, offering steep ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 1:58 pm

Indonesia returns to UNESCO heritage committee after 12 years

Indonesia has secured a berth at the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 1:11 pm

Fire breaks out at Tokyo primary school, injuring at least one

One witness told how children escaped out of windows to a concrete ledge below, before fire crews brought them to safety using ladders.

The Hindu 19 Jun 2026 1:08 pm

Indonesia MotoGP boosts world-class sports tourism: Minister

Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir stated that the 2026 Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia MotoGP in Mandalika, ...

Antara News 19 Jun 2026 12:44 pm