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  • E-ID project seems to be running smoothly

    Tue, May 22 2012 22:32

    In the beginning, the implementation of the electronic identity (e-ID) cards, locally known as e-KTP, got delayed due to the late arrival of data recording equipment reportedly imported from the United States..

  • Yudhoyono`s visit boosts closer ties with Timor Leste

    Mon, May 21 2012 05:35

    Ten years after East Timorese people had decided to separate from Indonesia, the bilateral relations between Indonesia and the half-island nation called Timor Leste have become very close and sound..

  • Indonesia`s religious harmony reflected in WPA-2012

    Fri, May 18 2012 23:40

    Religious harmony and tolerance could be truly experienced at the World Prayer Assembly (WPA-2012) in Jakarta..

  • Industries complain of gas supply, planned price increase

    Fri, May 18 2012 23:35

    Industries have so far complained of a gas supply shortage at their factories, and now they are complaining about the government`s plan to increase the price of gas, which will increase their operating costs..

  • Lady Gaga concert in Indonesia remains uncertain

    Thu, May 17 2012 17:53

    U.S. pop singer Lady Gaga`s plans to hold a concert in Jakarta on June 3, 2012 remain uncertain, as the police have yet to issue a recommendation..

  • New regulation expected to pave way for infrastructure development

    Wed, May 16 2012 19:59

    Problems in acquiring land for infrastructure projects have so far been regarded as the main stumbling block that has delayed the development of a number of toll roads, bridges, and railroads in Indonesia..

  • Assistance for families of Sukhoi crash victims

    Sun, May 13 2012 01:50

    The government`s promise to consider providing financial assistance to families of the victims of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 plane crash in Bogor on Wednesday is expected to be able to reduce the anguish of the families..

  • "Joyful" demonstration flight turns into tragic air crash

    Fri, May 11 2012 20:27

    Many were enthusiastic about joining the demonstration flight of the Sukhoi Superjet 100 which took off from Halim Perdanakusuma air force base, East Jakarta, on Wednesday (May 9). For a Trans TV journalist, it was reportedly her first experience in an airplane..

  • Sunda Strait Bridge Project To Boost Economic Growth

    Fri, May 11 2012 11:59

    Indonesia is likely to start construction on its most ambitious project - the 31-km-long Sunda Strait Bridge that will connect the islands of Java and Sumatra, in 2014. The bridge will significantly cut travel time between the islands, which currently takes several hours by ferry. Some 20 ....

  • Govt starts realising promises to workers

    Tue, May 8 2012 21:11

    On the eve of May 1, when workers all over the world, including in Indonesia, celebrated May Day or International Labour Day, President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono announced "special gifts" for Indonesian workers..

Book carrying Prophet Muhammad`s picture to be investigated

Book carrying Prophet Muhammad`s picture to be investigated Religious Affairs Minister Suryadharma Ali has said his office will investigate reports about the discovery of a book ...

US ambassador in Afghanistan leaves for health reasons: US

US ambassador in Afghanistan leaves for health reasons: USThe United States said Tuesday that Ryan Crocker, the US ambassador to Afghanistan, is leaving his job for health ...

BSM posts net profit of rp193 bln in Q1

BSM posts net profit of rp193 bln in Q1Bank Syariah Mandiri (BSM), a sharia unit of Indonesia`s largest state lender Bank Mandiri, posted a net profit of ...

South Sumatra to send its athlete to Kenya

South Sumatra to send its athlete to KenyaSouth Sumatra province will send a number of its athletes to Kenya to have exercises in a bid to improve their ...

Bali ready to host Lady Gaga concert

Bali ready to host Lady Gaga concert Bali Governor Made Mangku Pastika said he would not mind if the planned concert of Lady Gaga was moved from Jakarta to ...