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Indonesia Imposes Moratorium on New Hotel Construction in Bali to Combat Overdevelopment
Indonesia has announced a suspension on the construction of new hotels in specific areas of Bali due to rising concerns over overdevelopment in this iconic tourist hotspot. As tourism in Bali rebounds following the Covid pandemic, local officials are increasingly worried about the strain that visitors are placing on infrastructure, the environment, and cultural heritage. Hermin Esti, a senior official…
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Pope Francis and Grand Imam Unite Against Violence and Environmental Degradation in Indonesia
During his visit to Indonesia, Pope Francis met with Jakarta’s Grand Imam Nusaruddin Umar for an interfaith meeting aimed at combating religiously inspired violence and protecting the environment. They issued a joint call for interfaith friendship, emphasizing the importance of collaboration among different faiths to promote peace and mutual respect. The meeting took place outside the Istiqlal Mosque, near the…
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Pope Francis Embarks on Historic 12-Day Trip to Southeast Asia and the South Pacific
At 87, Pope Francis is embarking on a significant 12-day journey across Southeast Asia and the South Pacific, visiting Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor Leste, and Singapore. This trip, the longest of his papacy, emphasizes themes of inter-religious dialogue and environmental protection. During his visit, he will engage with religious leaders, including a meeting at Indonesia’s Istiqlal Mosque. The pope’s…
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5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Indonesia’s Fakfak Region
On Tuesday, the US Geological Survey reported a 5.0 magnitude earthquake that shook the area 201 km southeast of Fakfak, Indonesia. The quake occurred at 0407 GMT, with its epicenter located at 4.03 degrees south latitude and 133.74 degrees east longitude. The earthquake’s depth was recorded at 10.0 km.
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Indonesian Students Storm Convention Center, Demand Deportation of Rohingya Refugees
A large group of Indonesian students reportedly stormed a convention center in Banda Aceh, where hundreds of Rohingya refugees from Myanmar were sheltered, demanding their deportation, reported CNN. The incident reflects increasing hostility towards Rohingya refugees in Indonesia, with locals frustrated over the surge in arrivals. President Joko Widodo attributes the rise to human trafficking and pledges collaboration with international…
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Tragedy Strikes as Marapi Volcano Eruption Claims 22 Lives in Indonesia
December 5, Indonesia: A devastating eruption of the Marapi volcano in West Sumatra has left 22 climbers dead, as rescuers recover more bodies near the crater. The toll sharply increased from the earlier reported 13 casualties on the same day. The 2,891-meter high volcano erupted on Sunday, releasing ash clouds soaring up to 3 kilometers into the sky. Search and…
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Southern Philippines Shaken by Powerful 7.6-Magnitude Earthquake: Tragedy and Evacuations Follow
A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the southern Philippines on Saturday evening, resulting in at least one fatality and several injuries. Widespread panic ensued, leading to the evacuation of thousands of residents after a tsunami warning was issued, which was later lifted. The earthquake, occurring at a depth of 32 kilometers (20 miles), initially raised concerns about possible tsunami waves in…
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YES BANK and Cloud Ace India Team Up for Digital Transformation
Mumbai: YES BANK has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Accelerated Computing Enterprise Pvt. Ltd. (trading as “Cloud Ace India”), a leading provider of cloud solutions. The agreement signifies a pivotal step in YES BANK’s commitment at facilitating tech innovation and global digital transformation. It also emphasizes the Bank’s endeavour of using advanced cloud tech and financial expertise…
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