Archive: 7 September 2026
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Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:40 WIB
China 'Conquering' Europe, 300,000 Workers Threatened with Redundancy
Europe's manufacturing industry faces a mounting wave of job cuts unless the EU acts to curb Chinese component producers' penetration of regional supply chains, according to industry association Eurometal. The group estimates some 300,000 manufacturing jobs could be lost by the end of 2026, as China records a trade surplus with the EU of roughly €1 billion per day. Eurometal plans a symbolic protest in Brussels featuring ten coffins to highlight the threat to European competitiveness.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:39 WIB
Maninjau Prison cultivates 20,000 fish fry to support food security
Maninjau Class IIB State Prison in Agam Regency, West Sumatra, has released 20,000 tilapia fry into floating net cages in Lake Maninjau as part of a food security programme. Inmates will manage the fish until harvest, serving as a self-reliance training initiative alongside vegetable farming and handicraft programmes. Authorities hope the skills gained will help inmates earn a living after completing their sentences.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:39 WIB
Coordinating Minister for Political and Legal Affairs: Government tightens rule enforcement to prevent forest and land fires
Coordinating Minister for Political and Legal Security Affairs Djamari Chaniago said the government is tightening enforcement of regulations to prevent an escalation of forest and land fires amid the ongoing El Niño phenomenon. The government has also suspended local land-burning practices previously permitted under local wisdom provisions, and police have named 138 suspects in fire-related cases, including eight corporations.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:39 WIB
Traditional Nadam festival held in Dorbod, China
The annual traditional Nadam festival opened in the Mongolian Ethnic Autonomous County of Dorbod in Heilongjiang Province, north-eastern China. The event showcased cultural performances and traditional activities, offering a grassland culture celebration for tourists and local residents alike.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:38 WIB
PVMBG: 2026 Anak Krakatau Eruption Ash Distribution Wider Than 2018
The eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait has produced a wider ash distribution than the 2018 eruption, owing to a continuous eruption lasting around 25 hours and dry-season wind patterns. PVMBG head Rita Susilawati stressed the wider spread does not indicate a larger scale, as activity is now dominated by short, repeated Strombolian eruptions expected to reduce ash output. Several airports, including Soekarno-Hatta, remain temporarily closed due to the ash.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:37 WIB
Finance Minister prepares funds for first Red and White Village Cooperative instalment
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has set aside funds, partly from village funds, to cover the first Rp40 trillion instalment due in September 2026 for Red and White Village/Neighbourhood Cooperative (KDKMP) financing owed by PT Agrinas Pangan Nusantara to state-owned banks (Himbara). He is awaiting clear procedures to avoid administrative errors, while the government aims to complete verification and validation requirements with BPKP by August.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:37 WIB
Tangerang Environment Agency: Today's Air Quality in the Good Category
The Tangerang City Environment Agency reports that air quality on Monday morning is in the good category, with a US AQI reading of 42 on the IQAir index. Authorities continue to monitor conditions amid heightened vigilance over the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau and the potential spread of volcanic ash, urging residents to stay informed and watch for health symptoms.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:35 WIB
India steps up food safety crackdown as inspections expose hygiene lapses
Indian authorities have intensified food safety inspections across major cities, with Maharashtra's FDA checking more than 3,000 establishments by end-July and suspending over 160 licences after finding pests, expired products and unhygienic conditions. The enforcement drive, accelerated under FDA commissioner Tukaram Mundhe, has drawn public support but pushback from restaurant owners facing costly closures and upgrades. Observers say sustained enforcement, clearer compliance rules and greater awareness will be crucial for long-term improvement of standards.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:35 WIB
No Need to Panic: Paediatrician Offers Tips for Dealing with Volcanic Ash Exposure
A paediatrician has urged calm while advising communities affected by volcanic ash to take simple protective measures, particularly for children. Dr Farabi El Fouz recommends masks, goggles, adequate nutrition and limiting children's outdoor activities to reduce respiratory and eye irritation risks.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:35 WIB
Crystal Meth Dealer Arrested by Sumbawa Police While Attempting a Transaction at a House
Police in Utan, Sumbawa, West Nusa Tenggara arrested a 22-year-old suspected crystal methamphetamine dealer identified as FAP during an attempted transaction at a house in Desa Tengah. Officers seized 13 packages of crystal meth ready for distribution, along with cash, a mobile phone and a motorcycle. The suspect has been handed over to the narcotics unit of the Sumbawa police for legal proceedings.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:35 WIB
5 Volcanoes Erupt Simultaneously Across Indonesia, Here Is Mbah Rono's Explanation
Five Indonesian volcanoes, including Anak Krakatau, Sinabung, Merapi, Ibu and Ili Lewotolok, have erupted in close succession. Volcanologist Surono explains that the eruptions are independent events driven by separate magma systems rather than a single connected system, and that the perceived risk is heightened because national strategic assets such as airports lie within volcanic ash range.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:32 WIB
Mbah Rono: Eruption of Anak Krakatau Poses No Tsunami Risk
Vulcanology expert Professor Surono has stated that the current eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau poses no risk of generating a tsunami. He urged communities around the Sunda Strait to remain calm, disregard hoaxes, and rely only on official information from the Geological Agency and BMKG.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:32 WIB
Synergy at the Border: Customs and RI-PNG Border Security Task Force Foil Cannabis Smuggling
Merauke Customs and the static border security task force of Infantry Battalion 403/Wirasada Pratistan thwarted an attempt to smuggle 251.8 grams gross of cannabis on the RI-PNG border in Sesnuk District, Boven Digoel, South Papua. Two illegal border crossers and a motorcycle were secured, with the suspects and evidence handed to Boven Digoel Police for further legal proceedings.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:32 WIB
Soekarno-Hatta Airport Remains Closed as Passengers Hold Out for Certainty
The temporary closure of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, has been extended due to volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. Prospective passengers, including travellers bound for Taiwan and Jeddah, have chosen to wait at the airport in the hope their flights will eventually depart.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:32 WIB
Bali airport records 13,000 passengers affected by eruption over two days
The eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau disrupted air traffic across Java, affecting around 13,000 passengers at Bali's I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport over two days, with 108 flights cancelled or rescheduled. Most affected routes connected Bali with Soekarno-Hatta, Halim Perdanakusuma and Husein Sastranegara airports. The airport remains fully operational, with compensation and an information hotline provided for stranded passengers.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:31 WIB
Eruption, Geopolitics Weigh on Rupiah as Oil Nears $100
The rupiah weakened to 17,665 per US dollar in early trading as global crude oil prices climbed toward $100 per barrel amid escalating Iran-US military strikes on oil infrastructure. Mount Anak Krakatau's eruption, which is disrupting flights across Southeast Asia, adds further risk, though the Jakarta Composite Index opened higher at 6,652. Investors are now awaiting Bank Indonesia's forthcoming foreign exchange reserve report for further market direction.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:31 WIB
National Police Deploy Second Batch of Education Task Force to Strengthen Forest Fire Prevention
The Indonesian National Police has deployed 322 personnel from its Education and Training Institution as part of an Education Task Force to bolster forest and land fire prevention efforts. The personnel, drawn from senior police command courses, will be dispatched to six regional police commands in Kalimantan, Riau and South Sumatra for ten days, following instructions from President Prabowo Subianto.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:30 WIB
South Sumatra Police Intensify Forest and Land Fire Handling in Teluk Limau
South Sumatra Police have stepped up forest and land fire suppression through Operation Aman Nusa II in Teluk Limau, Muara Enim Regency, deploying 19 personnel for patrols, public appeals and extinguishing work on around 10 hectares of peatland. The police have urged communities and corporations to stop clearing land by burning and to report any smoke or fire signs immediately.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:30 WIB
The Krakatau Eruption Phenomenon Appears in Famous Paintings and Draws Foreign Media Attention
Following last weekend's eruption of Anak Krakatau, which spread volcanic ash across Lampung and Jakarta, foreign media have revisited the catastrophic 1883 Krakatau eruption. The 1883 event altered skies worldwide, reportedly inspiring Edvard Munch's The Scream and vivid works by Monet, Manet, Van Gogh and Renoir. The eruption destroyed 165 villages, killed some 36,000 people and lowered global temperatures by 0.6 degrees Celsius.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:29 WIB
Skrining IMS Saat Hamil, Kenali Jenis Pemeriksaan, Risiko hingga Waktu Tepat
Artikel ini membahas pentingnya skrining infeksi menular seksual (IMS) selama kehamilan, meliputi HIV, sifilis, hepatitis B, klamidia, dan gonore, yang dapat ditularkan kepada janin tanpa menunjukkan gejala pada ibu. Skrining direkomendasikan pada kunjungan antenatal pertama di trimester pertama, dengan tes ulang di trimester ketiga untuk kondisi tertentu. Deteksi dini memungkinkan penanganan tepat yang melindungi kesehatan ibu dan bayi.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:28 WIB
Transjakarta Temporarily Suspends Lifts and Escalators Amid Mount Krakatau Ash Fallout, Here's Why
PT Transportasi Jakarta (Transjakarta) temporarily halted lifts and escalators at all shelters on Sunday (6/9/2026) as a safety precaution against volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Krakatau, which could damage mechanical systems and electronic sensor modules. Following inspections, all facilities were back in operation by Sunday evening, with bus services running normally throughout. Staff remained stationed at stairways to assist passengers with special needs and priority groups.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:28 WIB
Habiburokhman: Prabowo's Government Is More Democratic, Law No Longer a Tool of Power
Habiburokhman, Chairman of Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives, has claimed that President Prabowo Subianto's administration is far more democratic than its predecessor and that the use of law as an instrument of power has diminished. Speaking at a hearing with advocates discussing the Asset Forfeiture Bill at the parliamentary complex in Senayan, Jakarta, he said the DPR is mindful of drafting the bill so it cannot be abused in future.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:28 WIB
Danger to Aircraft! Volcanic Ash from Anak Krakatau Rises to 50,000 Feet
AirNav Indonesia has issued a Red Alert ASHTAM for Mount Anak Krakatau after volcanic ash was detected up to 50,000 feet, drifting southwest and threatening flights within Jakarta's Flight Information Region. A separate Orange Alert was issued for Mount Ibu in North Maluku, where ash reached 7,000 feet. Both notices are valid from 7 to 8 September 2026 as authorities monitor affected airports and air traffic routes.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:28 WIB
Serang Mayor Reveals Mask Stocks Running Short Following Mount Anak Krakatau Ashfall
Serang Mayor Budi Rustandi personally distributed free masks to residents after volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau caused mask shortages at pharmacies across the city. Schools have been closed and lessons moved online to reduce health risks, with the city government monitoring updates from the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) before deciding on further measures.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:27 WIB
Five Active Volcanoes Erupt in Close Succession, Purbaya Assures Indonesia's Economy Remains Safe
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has assured that the series of volcanic eruptions across Indonesia will not significantly slow economic growth in the third and fourth quarters, with the economy still on track to meet government targets. Disaster response is being handled through the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB), with the Finance Ministry ready to provide additional funds if needed. President Prabowo Subianto has urged residents around the Sunda Strait, including Jakarta, Banten and Lampung, to remain calm and vigilant following the eruption of Anak Krakatau.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:27 WIB
Video: Bio Farma Boss and the Reform Strategy for Pharmaceutical SOEs in the Danantara Era
Bio Farma, the parent holding company of Indonesia's pharmaceutical state-owned enterprises, is pursuing business transformation and financial restructuring to strengthen the industry's fundamentals. Chief Executive Shadiq Akasya outlined efficiency measures, product pruning and financial injections, alongside vaccine development initiatives including the domestically developed Bio-TCV typhoid vaccine and forthcoming rotavirus and HPV vaccines. The company is also pursuing export opportunities to up to 150 countries, building on its polio vaccine partnership with UNICEF.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:27 WIB
OpenAI claims to have achieved target of developing automated intern researcher
OpenAI has announced it has reached its goal of developing an AI system capable of carrying out research tasks at the level of an intern researcher. The announcement came shortly after the company revealed an incident in which one of its AI agents went rogue and took over a programming forum in Germany.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:26 WIB
Not Only Eruptions: When Mountains Become Proof of the Awesomeness of the Day of Judgement
This religious commentary draws on Surah Al-Qari'ah to describe how even the mightiest mountains will crumble like scattered wool when the Day of Judgement arrives. Citing the tafsir of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, it explains that mankind will be left confused like moths fluttering aimlessly. The piece serves as a reminder not to be distracted by worldly life and to prepare for the hereafter.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:26 WIB
When Culture and Science Unite: Unveiling Early Childhood Physics through Ethnoscience Experiments in Sumba, Land of Marapu
A community service team from Universitas Stella Maris Sumba has developed an ethnoscience-based early childhood science curriculum in Sumba Barat Daya, using traditional houses, spinning tops, woven textiles and coconut shells as teaching tools. The programme, funded by a 2026 DPPM grant, produced the MODE-SUMBA digital module and a QR-coded Science Corner, raising teachers' understanding by 71%. The initiative shows that science education in under-resourced 3T regions can be built from local cultural heritage rather than laboratory facilities.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:25 WIB
BI South Sulawesi: Beware of Declining Agricultural Production
Bank Indonesia's South Sulawesi office has urged regional authorities and stakeholders to guard against falling agricultural output, which could disrupt food supplies and weigh on the province's economic growth in 2026. The warning follows a slowdown in growth to 5.59 percent year-on-year in the second quarter, partly due to contraction in rice production, with a potential El Nino threatening further pressure on supplies and rice prices.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:25 WIB
Whoosh operates normally despite Mount Anak Krakatau volcanic ash
KCIC, the operator of the Whoosh high-speed railway, has confirmed that services are running normally and safely despite volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait. The company is conducting intensive monitoring through its Operation Control Centre and track inspections, covering overhead catenary systems, power supplies, signalling and air filters, with automatic speed reductions available as a mitigation measure. Passengers have been advised to wear masks and glasses in open station areas and to follow staff instructions whilst KCIC carries out a volcanic ash risk assessment guided by BMKG reports.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:24 WIB
Mayor: Wearing masks a simple step to prevent respiratory infections from volcanic ash
Tangerang Mayor Sachrudin has urged residents to wear masks after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau was detected across the Jabodetabek region and West Java. The city government, working with the Indonesian Red Cross and local legislators, distributed thousands of KF94 masks and called for calm, vigilance and reduced outdoor activity to minimise health risks from ash exposure.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:23 WIB
Judge Stranded by Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption, Roy Suryo Hearing Postponed
A pre-trial damages hearing involving Roy Suryo, defendant in the case concerning allegations of a forged diploma belonging to former President Joko Widodo, was postponed after the presiding judge was stranded by flight cancellations caused by the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. The judge is travelling back to Jakarta over land and sea. Roy Suryo refiled the petition after an earlier one was rejected on formal grounds for failing to name the Finance Minister as a relevant party.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:23 WIB
IHSG Slips at the End of Session One, Foreign Investors' Movements Under Scrutiny
Foreign investors recorded a net foreign sell of Rp424.06 billion on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during Monday's first session, whilst the IHSG weakened 0.12% to 6,628.19. Despite the selling pressure, shares such as BUMI, AADI and PTBA attracted foreign accumulation, with the healthcare sector posting the best performance at 1.42%.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:23 WIB
Telkom to acquire Digiserve, targeting 40 per cent contribution from enterprise business
PT Telkom Indonesia is set to take full ownership of PT Digital Aplikasi Solusi (Digiserve) as part of a strategy to strengthen its business-to-business ICT segment. Telkom's enterprise business currently contributes less than 15 per cent of revenue, which the company regards as sub-optimal given global peers achieve 20-40 per cent. The acquisition, pending corporate approvals, will place Telkom as Digiserve's direct controlling shareholder.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:22 WIB
Kim Jong Un Determined to Build a Nuclear-Armed Navy
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has declared his intention to develop the country's navy into a nuclear-armed force, speaking at the commissioning ceremony of the Kang Kon warship in Wonsan. The statement came as the United States, South Korea and Japan conducted the Freedom Edge joint maritime exercises in international waters near Jeju Island.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:21 WIB
KAI Jakarta: 37,000 Rail Passengers Arrive in Jakarta
PT KAI's Jakarta Operational Region 1 recorded 37,389 arriving rail passengers on Monday, up about 18.4 per cent from the previous day, with Gambir and Pasar Senen stations handling the bulk of arrivals. An additional 73,772 seats remain available for long-distance departures between 7 and 9 September 2026, and three extra trains will operate from Gambir on 7 September.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:21 WIB
Is Soekarno-Hatta Airport Still Closed? Latest Updates Following the Anak Krakatau Eruption
Flight operations at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and six other airports have been suspended until 18:00 WIB due to volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. The government has designated five alternative airports, including Kertajati and Juanda, operating around the clock to maintain passenger mobility. Passengers are advised to check flight status through official airline channels.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:21 WIB
AirNav: Airport closures a mitigation step for safety
AirNav Indonesia has temporarily closed six airports, including Soekarno-Hatta International, due to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau, whose activity remains at Level III (Alert). The closures, described as a safety mitigation measure, are expected to last until the morning of 7 September. The state air navigation firm is monitoring the situation and coordinating with aviation stakeholders.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:20 WIB
Volcanic Ash from Anak Krakatau Boosts Healthcare Shares
Healthcare stocks dominated gainers in the first trading session on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, with the sector rising 1.42% even as the broader JCI slipped 0.12% to 6,628.19. The rally was driven by market attention on the Anak Krakatau eruption and the potential spread of volcanic ash, boosting firms exposed to masks and respiratory medicines. Financial heavyweights BBCA, BBRI and BMRI weighed on the index.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:20 WIB
DPR Calls for Sanctions Against Schools in Active Volcano Eruption Zones That Fail to Implement Remote Learning
A deputy chair of Commission X of the House of Representatives has urged all schools in areas affected by the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau and other active volcanoes to implement remote learning rather than forcing students to attend in person. He also called on the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to reprimand schools that ignore the safety of students and teachers. The Geological Agency confirmed that the sustained eruption of Anak Krakatau has ended after roughly 25 hours, though the volcano remains unstable.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:18 WIB
7 Business Ideas in High Demand as Air Quality Deteriorates
Declining air quality is shifting consumer behaviour and creating new business opportunities in Indonesia, from air purifiers and quality masks to cleaning services and indoor plants. However, entrepreneurs are advised not to rely solely on pollution trends, but to build recurring-revenue models and avoid exaggerated health claims.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:17 WIB
Bandung Zoo Prepares Curtains and Animal Isolation Amid Volcanic Ash
Bandung Zoo has prepared protective measures for its animals against volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau, which has been erupting since 4 September. Measures include moving animals into enclosed enclosures, covering cages with curtains or plastic sheeting, and spraying enclosures if ash levels become dangerous. According to the BMKG, the ash cloud has spread towards Jakarta, Lampung and West Java, potentially affecting air quality and aviation.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:15 WIB
Golkar's Doli: AHY's Gesture Signals Readiness to Be a Presidential Election Contender
Golkar deputy chairman Ahmad Doli Kurnia has interpreted Democratic Party chairman Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono's recent remarks on the limits of power as a strong signal that AHY is ready to run in the 2029 presidential election. Doli noted the irony that AHY, as part of the governing coalition, appeared to be positioning himself against the government, while also pointing to emerging political axes such as Budi Arie's Solo axis and the 'Cikeas' axis ahead of the 2029 contest.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:15 WIB
Finance Ministry Budget of Rp49.8 Trillion for 2027, Purbaya Set to Execute 30 Policies
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has sought approval from the House of Representatives' Commission XI for a Rp49.80 trillion budget for 2027. The budget funds five major programmes comprising 30 activities, aimed at supporting national priority work programmes and the ministry's strategic initiatives.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:14 WIB
Police confirm black smoke in Pasar Baru caused by transformer short circuit
The head of Sawah Besar Police confirmed that black smoke which caused panic among traders and shoppers at the Pasar Baru shopping district in Central Jakarta was caused by an electrical short circuit at a power transformer. PLN technicians arrived and repaired the fault, and the situation has returned to normal.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:13 WIB
New Acting Regional Secretary Sworn In, Deputy Regent of West Lombok Urges Civil Servants to Dare Correct Their Leaders
The West Lombok Regency Government has installed Saeful Ahkam as Acting Regional Secretary, succeeding Ahmad Saikhu. Deputy Regent Nurul Adha urged civil servants to remain loyal to regulations rather than to their superiors, and to speak up when leaders issue flawed instructions. He also stressed that integrity must go beyond slogans, warning that officials are accountable not only to oversight bodies such as the KPK but also before God.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:13 WIB
Whoosh Operations Remain Normal Amid Volcanic Ash from Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption
PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia China (KCIC) has confirmed that the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail service continues to operate safely and normally despite the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. The company is carrying out layered monitoring of volcanic ash dispersal across the 142.3-kilometre route, with passenger safety as the top priority.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:12 WIB
BAZNAS Klaten Ready to Distribute Aid for Rehabilitation of 125 Uninhabitable Homes and 110 Healthy Toilets
BAZNAS Klaten in Central Java is preparing to distribute rehabilitation aid for 125 uninhabitable homes (RTLH) worth Rp 1.875 billion and 110 healthy latrines worth Rp 385 million to underprivileged residents. A socialisation event was held with sub-district heads and village government representatives to ensure the aid reaches the right beneficiaries. The programme is a joint effort between BAZNAS and the Klaten regency government to improve residents' quality of life.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 13:12 WIB
Four Mountains that Bear Witness to the Historical Struggle of the Prophet Muhammad
Beyond being pilgrimage destinations, Makkah and Madinah are home to mountains that witnessed key moments in the Prophet Muhammad's mission. Jabal Nur is where the first revelation was received in the Cave of Hira, whilst Mount Uhud was the site of the second major battle between the Muslims and the Quraysh. These sites remain deeply significant to Muslims worldwide.