Indonesia's annual exodus starts ahead of Eid al-Fitr festivities
Millions travelling to their home town in a mass exodus known locally as "mudik", and usually marked by hours of traffic jams.
Tue Apr 09 2024
Millions of Indonesians travel in annual Eid exodus
Indonesia's transport ministry has predicted up to 123 million people will travel for Eid this year.
Thu Apr 20 2023
Millions of Indonesians leave major cities for raya
The festive season exodus or "mudik" where millions of Indonesians working in major cities rush for their hometowns to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri reached its peak today.
Sat Apr 30 2022
Indonesia bans "mudik" starting today
The move is to curb the spread of COVID-19 that had spiked after major public holidays in the past.
Thu May 06 2021
Indonesia imposes ban on Aidilfitri 'mudik' to curb COVID-19
The Indonesian government has announced a ban on 'mudik' or returning to hometown to celebrate the 1442H Aidilfitri, in an effort to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fri Mar 26 2021
Indonesia prohibits Ramadan mass exodus to contain COVID-19 outbreak
Indonesian President Joko Widodo on Tuesday announced the prohibition of the mass exodus tradition, locally known as "mudik", to curb the spread of COVID-19 ahead of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan.
Tue Apr 21 2020
Jakarta extends state of emergency after surge in coronavirus cases
The state of emergency, imposed on March 20 to try to slow the spread of the virus in Southeast Asias biggest city, would be extended until April 19.
Sat Mar 28 2020
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024