Bali LRT First Phase Execution Starting in September 2024, Connecting Ngurah Rai Airport to Kuta
The groundbreaking stage of the Bali LRT project is scheduled to commence in September 2024. The Indonesian Minister of Transportation, Budi Karya Sumadi, disclosed details about the first phase of the LRT on Friday, 2nd February 2024. This initial phase will involve connecting Ngurah Rai Airport to Kuta. “We will construct an LRT, starting from […]
Bromo Wildfire Case Defendant Handed 2.6 Years in Prison and Fined IDR 3.5 Billion
Andrie Wibowo Eka Wardhana (41 years old), the individual implicated in the Bromo wildfire scam in 2023, has officially been sentenced to 2.6 years in prison along with a fine of IDR 3.5 billion. The Chief Judge, I Made Yuliada, announced this decision during the hearing on 31st January 2024, at the Kraksaan District Court […]
Bali Government Faces Increasing Crime Index in 2024
The crime index in Bali for 2024 is showing signs of an increase, aligning with a surge in crime cases involving both the local population and tourists. As the second month of 2024 unfolds, Bali is grappling with various issues, including incidents of assault and shootings. A notable incident within the local community was the […]
Presidential Election on 14th February 2024 Officially Declared as Indonesia’s Public Holiday
The presidential election (Pemilu) on Wednesday, 14th February 2024, is officially designated as a public holiday in Indonesia. Circular No. 1 of 2024 from the Ministry of Manpower outlines the holiday for workers, emphasising that entrepreneurs and business owners are mandated to ensure employees can exercise their voting rights. 14th February 2024 marks a significant […]
‘Whoosh’ High-Speed Rail Introduce Dynamic Pricing, Starting Price from IDR 150,000
On 3rd February 2024, PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia (KCIC) implemented a dynamic pricing ticket system with the lowest fare set at IDR 150,000 for the Whoosh high-speed rail. This system aims to facilitate passengers in acquiring tickets and achieving significant savings during specific timeframes from Jakarta-Bandung and the other way around. As per information from […]
Foreign Tourists Trapped in Lava Flood at Tumpak Sewu Waterfall in East Java
On Wednesday, 31st January 2024, several foreign tourists found themselves stranded as lava flooded from Mount Semeru while they were visiting Tumpak Sewu Waterfall in Lumajang, East Java. The Head of the Lumajang Regency Tourism Department, Yuli Harismawati, confirmed this incident on Thursday, 1st February 2024. According to Yuli, the sequence of events started when […]
A Heartfelt Video of Rescue Brothers Surprises ‘Abang Ojol’ Who Helped Him on the Street
A video from @givewithelias, known as Rescue Brothers, unexpectedly gained popularity as it captured a surprising encounter with ‘abang ojol’, an online taxi driver on 17th January 2024. The sequence of events unfolded when Elias found himself pushing his motorcycle on a road in Bali due to running out of fuel. Shortly thereafter, an online […]
Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki Erupts Again, Emergency Status Extended Until 7th February 2024
Mount Lewotobi Laki-laki in East Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, experienced another eruption on Wednesday, 31st January 2024, at approximately 10:21 AM local time. Visible were hot clouds, estimated to reach a height of 700 meters above the summit. The volcanic eruption lasted for 1 minute and 53 seconds, registering a maximum amplitude of 47.3 mm. […]
Jakarta Commuter Line Chaos: ‘Spring Bed’ Incident Halts Train at Pondok Ranji Station for Hours
The Jakarta Commuter Line (KRL) travelling on the Tanah Abang-Rangkasbitunhg route encountered difficulties at Pondok Ranji Station, South Tangerang, on 30th January 2024, around 6:17 PM. This was caused by the train wheels becoming entangled in the spring bed wire. This unexpected occurrence resulted in the commuter line train being stuck for several hours, causing […]
Sumba Ranked 1st as the Best Travel Destination in 2024 by CNN Travel
CNN Travel has unveiled a compilation of must-visit tourist destinations for 2024 (2/01/2024), placing Sumba in the top spot due to its irresistible natural allure. Indonesia, renowned for having over 17,000 islands, boasts numerous breathtaking natural attractions. In this feature, CNN Travel accentuated Sumba as a paradisiacal island, emphasizing its pristine waters that remain relatively […]