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Weak Rupiah, Higher Airfares Push Up Umrah Travel Costs in Indonesia
A weaker rupiah and higher airline costs are driving up umrah package prices, though demand among Indonesian pilgrims remains resilient.News Jun 7, 2026 | 7:18 pm
Indonesia Urges Hajj Pilgrims to Stop Packing Holy Zamzam Water in Their Luggage
Saudi authorities intensified inspections of Indonesian pilgrims' luggage after repeated discoveries of holy zamzam water hidden in baggage.News Jun 3, 2026 | 4:32 pm
Indonesia’s Qurban Economy Generates Billions for Farmers and Rural Communities
Indonesia’s annual Eid al-Adha sacrifice tradition is expected to generate up to Rp 52.3 trillion this yearNews May 28, 2026 | 1:59 pm
Indonesia’s Top Clerics Defend Prabowo’s Use of State Funds for Eid Sacrifices
MUI said President Prabowo Subianto’s use of state funds to buy sacrificial cattle for Eid al-Adha complies with Islamic law.News May 28, 2026 | 10:43 am
Prabowo's 1,098 Sacrificial Cattle Funded by State Budget
Lawmakers said state-funded presidential qurban cattle donations are a longstanding social assistance tradition.News May 27, 2026 | 6:49 pm
Pope Leo Makes Historic Apology for Vatican's Role in Legitimizing Slavery
The Vatican has insisted that it always upheld the dignity of all human beings as children of God.News May 25, 2026 | 8:58 pm
Indonesia’s Qurban Economy Shrinks to $1.52 Billion
These qurban economic activities come from 1.9 million households that will sacrifice 1.59 million animals.Business May 22, 2026 | 4:18 pm
Indonesian Police Arrest 13 Suspects in Illegal Hajj Scheme
Indonesian police arrested 13 suspects in an illegal hajj operation that allegedly caused losses of around Rp 10 billion.News May 19, 2026 | 2:52 pm
Indonesia Sets Eid al-Adha Holiday for May 27
Indonesia officially set Eid al-Adha for May 27 following a religious council session led by the Ministry of Religious Affairs.News May 17, 2026 | 10:18 pm
Indonesia Ensures Sufficient Livestock for Eid al-Adha
Indonesia projects an 891,000-head livestock surplus ahead of Eid al-Adha as authorities tighten animal health monitoring.News May 13, 2026 | 11:51 am
Saudi Authorities Arrest 10 Indonesians Over Illegal Hajj
Ten Indonesians arrested for illegal Hajj; Jakarta backs Saudi enforcement and warns against unauthorized pilgrimage schemes.News May 5, 2026 | 10:23 pm
No Red Carpet, Higher Bills: Indonesia’s Hajj Season Opens Under Pressure
Under Indonesia’s 2026 Hajj financing structure, total pilgrimage costs stand at Rp 87.4 million ($5,056) per pilgrim.News Apr 24, 2026 | 8:00 am
Indonesia Set to Launch Massive 2026 Hajj Airlift for 221,000 Pilgrims
The government has designated 14 international airports nationwide to handle direct Hajj departures.News Apr 20, 2026 | 2:30 pm
Indonesians Spend Decades Saving for the Hajj
From street vendors to small traders, Indonesians spend decades saving and waiting for a chance to perform the Hajj pilgrimage.News Apr 18, 2026 | 4:40 pm
Govt to Cover Rp 1.77 Trillion Hajj Flight Cost Surge, Shielding Pilgrims
Indonesia will absorb a Rp 1.77 T rise in hajj flight costs driven by fuel and FX pressures, ensuring no additional burden on pilgrims.News Apr 17, 2026 | 2:15 pm
Hajj Ticket War Idea Faces Backlash Over 26-Year Waiting List
Indonesia’s Hajj Ticket War proposal faces criticism as lawmakers question fairness of fast-track booking amid 26-year waiting list.News Apr 14, 2026 | 3:12 pm
Hajj Costs Jump 26.5% as Oil Prices Surge, Govt to Cover Gap
Indonesia will absorb a 26.5% surge in 2026 Hajj costs driven by oil prices and geopolitical risks, shielding pilgrims from higher expenses.News Apr 14, 2026 | 11:59 am
Two Suspects Detained After Quran Desecration Video Sparks Outrage
Two suspects detained in Banten after a viral Quran desecration video, as police launch an investigation amid public outrage.News Apr 13, 2026 | 8:39 pm
Two Women Named Suspects in Banten Over Quran Desecration Video
Two women in Banten face blasphemy charges after a viral video; one claims she was coerced into stepping on the Quran.News Apr 12, 2026 | 11:18 am
Over 5.7 Million Indonesians Queue for Hajj, Wait Time Reaches 26 Years
Indonesia’s Hajj wait reaches 26 years with 5.7 million pilgrims queued, prompting plans for a more flexible booking system.News Apr 9, 2026 | 5:36 pm
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