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Private sector enters India's critical minerals race with Indonesia deal

Hyderabad-based Midwest Ltd has become the first Indian private company to secure overseas rare earth assets through an agreement with Indonesia's state-run PERMINAS

Private sector enters India's critical minerals race with Indonesia deal
Updated On : 08 Jul 2026 | 8:02 PM IST

Why Sabang port is a strategic asset for India's maritime ambitions

Located near the Strait of Malacca, Sabang Port could reshape India's maritime strategy while boosting regional connectivity, trade, and security cooperation

Why Sabang port is a strategic asset for India's maritime ambitions
Updated On : 08 Jul 2026 | 4:03 PM IST

PM Modi, Indonesian Prez inaugurate Prambanan Temple restoration project

The Prime Minister offered prayers at the ancient shrine and engaged with officials on site

PM Modi, Indonesian Prez inaugurate Prambanan Temple restoration project
Updated On : 08 Jul 2026 | 12:45 PM IST

Beyond Indonesia: Which Southeast Asian nations are buying Indian missiles?

Indonesia has become the latest Southeast Asian nation to buy Indian missiles, reinforcing the region's growing importance in India's defence export strategy

Beyond Indonesia: Which Southeast Asian nations are buying Indian missiles?
Updated On : 07 Jul 2026 | 1:49 PM IST

India, Indonesia to jointly develop Sabang Port; sign BrahMos, Astra deals

The agreements, signed during PM Modi's visit to Jakarta, span defence, Indo-Pacific maritime cooperation, critical minerals, and industrial supply chains

India, Indonesia to jointly develop Sabang Port; sign BrahMos, Astra deals
Updated On : 07 Jul 2026 | 12:48 PM IST

PM Modi conferred with Indonesia's highest honour 'Bintang Adipurna'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Tuesday conferred with Indonesia's highest honour 'Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia' medal. Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto presented the medal to Modi. "This morning, I have also been conferred with Indonesia's highest honour with immense affection. This honour belongs to the crores of Indians... it belongs to the sentiments of the people of Indonesia, to the historic and intimate ties between India and Indonesia," Prime Minister's Office posted on X. "I express my heartfelt gratitude to President Prabowo Ji, the Government of Indonesia, and the people here: PM @narendramodi," the post said. The Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia "Medal of Honour" is the highest honour in the Republic of Indonesia. This award is given to individuals who have rendered exceptional service to the unity, continuity and prosperity of the Republic of Indonesia.

PM Modi conferred with Indonesia's highest honour 'Bintang Adipurna'
Updated On : 07 Jul 2026 | 12:37 PM IST

PM Modi arrives in Jakarta to further strengthen India's Act East Policy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's three-day visit to Indonesia will focus on defence cooperation, critical minerals, maritime security, digital payments and healthcare collaboration

PM Modi arrives in Jakarta to further strengthen India's Act East Policy
Updated On : 06 Jul 2026 | 10:52 PM IST

US-Indonesia trade deal shows risks of pressure, India must be wary: GTRI

The US-Indonesia trade pact reflects how Washington's pressure tactics can compel countries to cut tariffs, commit to large purchases, and loosen regulatory control, and India should tread cautiously in ongoing trade talks to avoid similar concessions, economic think tank GTRI said on Wednesday. Indonesia gave up far more than it gained, removing 99 per cent of its tariffs on US goods, agreeing to buy USD 22.7 billion in American products, and weakening important rules that protected its industries, food safety, and digital space, the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) said. "India now faces similar US demands, including allowing remanufactured goods, opening up agriculture and dairy, accepting genetically modified (GM) feed, and adopting US rules on digital trade and product standards," GTRI Founder Ajay Srivastava said. He added that accepting American standards on cars, medical devices, or food, without any guarantee of reciprocity, would put India's consumers at ...

US-Indonesia trade deal shows risks of pressure, India must be wary: GTRI
Updated On : 23 Jul 2025 | 1:47 PM IST

Indonesia supports India's zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism

Indonesian officials on Wednesday supported India's zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism as an all-party parliamentary delegation led by JDU MP Sanjay Kumar Jha arrived here with a mission to convey New Delhi's unequivocal stance against the menace. The delegation met with Muhammad Husein Fadlulloh, Vice-Chairperson of the Committee for Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation, and Muhammad Rofiqi, S.H., Chairperson of the Indonesia-India Parliamentary Friendship Group, to sensitise them on India's strong commitment against terrorism, the Indian Embassy in Jakarta posted on X. "Indonesian side conveyed that they condemn terrorism and believe in dialogue for solving problems, not terrorism as it is against humanity, supporting India's zero-tolerance approach," it said. The delegation arrived in Jakarta earlier in the day as part of India's diplomatic outreach on Operation Sindoor. "India stands committed to fight terrorism in all its forms and manifestations. Through this outreach, Indi

Indonesia supports India's zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism
Updated On : 28 May 2025 | 2:44 PM IST

Delhi HC seeks urgent legal aid for Indians on death row in Indonesia

Court urges swift legal and diplomatic action to aid three Indians sentenced to death in Indonesia over drug trafficking charges

Delhi HC seeks urgent legal aid for Indians on death row in Indonesia
Updated On : 02 May 2025 | 10:27 PM IST

NMDC exploring coking coal assets in Indonesia, Australia: Chairman

The company is looking at this as a business opportunity, Mukherjee said. They (explorations) are in different stages of negotiations

NMDC exploring coking coal assets in Indonesia, Australia: Chairman
Updated On : 24 Apr 2025 | 7:45 PM IST

Indonesia's President Subianto concludes successful state visit to India

President Subianto emphasised the deep cultural and historical connections between India and Indonesia

Indonesia's President Subianto concludes successful state visit to India
Updated On : 28 Jan 2025 | 10:15 AM IST

PM Modi, President Subianto discuss economic ties, energy, infrastructure

The two leaders also agreed that the first meeting of the Joint Economic and Financial Dialogue should be convened early to further deepen economic engagement

PM Modi, President Subianto discuss economic ties, energy, infrastructure
Updated On : 26 Jan 2025 | 6:58 PM IST

Republic Day 2025 Highlights: Tiranga Yatra organised in Uri to commemorate R-Day

Republic Day 2025 LIVE updates: India to showcase cultural diversity and military prowess at R-Day parade; stay with us for all the LIVE updates

Republic Day 2025 Highlights: Tiranga Yatra organised in Uri to commemorate R-Day
Updated On : 26 Jan 2025 | 6:18 PM IST

Indonesian President hails PM Modi's leadership: 'Inspiration for us'

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who arrived in Delhi to grace the 76th Republic Day celebrations, called Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership 'inspirational'

Indonesian President hails PM Modi's leadership: 'Inspiration for us'
Updated On : 26 Jan 2025 | 11:49 AM IST

India, Indonesia sign MOUs on health, renew one on maritime security

A Cultural Exchange Program was also signed between the Union Ministry of Culture and Indonesia's Ministry of Culture

India, Indonesia sign MOUs on health, renew one on maritime security
Updated On : 26 Jan 2025 | 7:29 AM IST

Indonesia key pillar of India's Act East Policy, Indo-Pacific Vision: Murmu

President Murmu hosted a banquet in honour of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Saturday

Indonesia key pillar of India's Act East Policy, Indo-Pacific Vision: Murmu
Updated On : 26 Jan 2025 | 6:47 AM IST

India, Indonesia to boost defence, trade ties, jointly counter terrorism

India and Indonesia on Saturday agreed to give a new momentum to the overall bilateral ties and especially concurred on working jointly in the areas of defence manufacturing and supply chains, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto for wide-ranging talks. Subianto, on a three-day visit to India, will be the chief guest at the Republic-Day celebrations at Kartavya Path on Sunday. In his media statement following the talks, Modi described Indonesia as an "important partner" of India in the 10-nation ASEAN bloc as well as in the Indo-Pacific, noting that both countries are committed to a rules-based order in the region. "We agree that the freedom of navigation should be ensured in line with international law," Modi said amid growing global concerns over China's increasing military muscle-flexing in the Indo-Pacific region. "We held extensive discussions on various aspects of our bilateral ties," the prime minister said, adding that India and ...

India, Indonesia to boost defence, trade ties, jointly counter terrorism
Updated On : 25 Jan 2025 | 10:08 PM IST

Indonesia to be in lead of India's 76th Republic Day parade for first time

Indonesian President is accompanied by a high-powered delegation of six cabinet ministers, senior officials and a very large business delegation

Indonesia to be in lead of India's 76th Republic Day parade for first time
Updated On : 25 Jan 2025 | 7:29 PM IST

Honoured to welcome Indonesia Prez Subianto as R-Day chief guest: PM Modi

India is honoured to welcome Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who will be the chief guest at the Republic Day parade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Saturday. In a post on X, Modi noted that Indonesia was the guest nation when India marked its first Republic Day, and Subianto would attend the celebrations with the country celebrating 75 years as a republic on Sunday. He said, "India is honoured to welcome President Prabowo Subianto." Modi added he and Subianto discussed various aspects of the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. India and Indonesia on Saturday agreed to give a new momentum to overall bilateral ties and especially concurred on working jointly in the areas of defence manufacturing and supply chains, as the prime minister hosted Subianto for wide-ranging talks.

Honoured to welcome Indonesia Prez Subianto as R-Day chief guest: PM Modi
Updated On : 25 Jan 2025 | 6:47 PM IST