CANTIKA.COM, Jakarta – Several public facilities in Bali will be closed during the celebration of Nyepi, the Saka New Year 1948. One of them is the I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport, which will temporarily halt all flight activities for 24 hours. The General Manager of PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia (InJourney Airports) at I Gusti … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Nyepi 2026 falls on March 19 and marks a total 24-hour shutdown across Bali. This year’s ritual is unique as it coincides with the Islamic tradition of Takbiran, requiring coordination between religious communities. During this period, all transportation, including ferry services, will cease operation temporarily to honor the day. Understanding these schedules is essential for … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Thousands of Indonesian Hindu worshipers from the Special Region of Yogyakarta and surrounding areas flocked to Ngobaran Beach in Saptosari, Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. They gathered to participate in the Melasti ceremony in anticipation of the Sacred Day of Nyepi for Saka New Year 1948, which falls in 2026. … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The Bali Interfaith Harmony Forum has issued a joint call ahead of the Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr celebrations, as the two major religious holidays are potentially set to coincide. The Hindu Day of Silence falls on March 19, 2026, while Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijri is potentially scheduled for the following day. Chairperson of the Bali … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Minister of Law and Human Rights, Agus Andrianto, claimed that the granting of remission on Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr in 2025 has the potential to save the government’s spending by up to Rp 81 billion. The granting of remission on Nyepi is claimed to save meal expenses for inmates amounting to Rp804,525,000. … Read more
Bogor. A total of 158,351 inmates and juvenile detainees across Indonesia have been granted remission in celebration of Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr 2025, the Immigration and Correctional Affairs Ministry announced. The official ceremony was led by Minister Agus Andrianto at Cibinong Class IIA Penitentiary in Bogor, West Java, on Friday, with correctional facilities nationwide joining … Read more
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Bali, renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, also captivates visitors with its rich and unique culture. Among its many traditions, Nyepi Day is a celebration marked by profound serenity. Unlike festive occasions in other parts of the world, which often involve lively gatherings and fireworks, Nyepi in Bali is a day of … Read more
ransportation Minister Dudy Purwagandhi has proposed implementing a nationwide work-from-anywhere (WFA) policy ahead of Nyepi (Balinese day of silence), which falls on March 29 this year, and Idul Fitri on March 31 and April 1. The proposed WFA policy is intended to alleviate traffic congestion in the country as hundreds of millions of people participate … Read more