Anwar Siswadi (Kontributor) TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - A tectonic earthquake with a magnitude of 3.9 shook Banjar City, West Java, and its surrounding areas. The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) recorded the event on Tuesday the quake's epicenter was located on land at coordinates 7.27 degrees South Latitude and 108.77 degrees East Longitude about 28 kilometers northeast of the center of Banjar City The quake originated from a relatively shallow depth of 16 kilometers "The earthquake was caused by the activity of an active fault," said the Head of the BMKG Geophysical Station The tremors were significantly felt in the areas of Kota Banjar and Bumiayu at intensity III on the Modified Mercalli Intensity scale (MMI) meaning that residents felt vibrations similar to those caused by a passing truck The BMKG has received no reports of damage caused by the earthquake The public is urged to remain calm and not be influenced by unverified rumors Editor's Choice: BMKG: 3 Active Cyclone Systems Around Indonesia, Including 96S that Triggered Strong Winds in Bali Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News Prabowo Subianto Plans to Establish 100 People's Schools Soon Prabowo Plans to Build Emergency Bulog Warehouses in Aceh, West Nusa Tenggara Prabowo's Reason for Involving the Military in Food Matters Prabowo Open to Meeting Retired Military Forum Urging Gibran's Impeachment Free Meal Poisoning Case, Prabowo Alludes to Students Eating Without Spoons Learn About the Outsourcing Practices Prabowo Intends to Scrap Prabowo: Bill Gates to Support Free Nutritious Meal Program in Indonesia Prabowo Rejects 'Puppet President' Label, Denies Jokowi's Control Manpower Minister Unveils Reasons Behind Over 24,000 Layoffs by April 2025 Prabowo Claims 99.99% Success Rate for Free Nutritious Meal Program BMKG Reports M5.4 Earthquake Striking Tomini Bay; No Tsunami Threats BMKG Forecasts Heavy Rain Still Possible in Two Regions as Dry Season Starts BMKG Forecasts Heavy Rainfall for Parts of Southern Bogor in Early May BMKG Shares Weather Forecast for Greater Jakarta on Labor Day West Java Governor Proposes Vasectomy as Social Assistance Requirement Coastal Flood Submerges Neighborhood Unit in North Jakarta: BPBD Dry Season Approaches: BMKG to Run Weather Modification in Indonesia's Jambi Scorching Hot Weather Grips Indonesia: BMKG Reports Temperatures Hit 37 Degrees Celsius BMKG Explains Why Turkey is Prone to Frequent Earthquakes Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock Reunite After 30 Years for New Film Project Prabowo Praises Jokowi's Inflation Control in Cabinet Session, Denies Link to Gibran's Presence Exposing Trump's Move on Mike Waltz Dismissal BGN Chief Aims for Zero Accidents in Free Nutritious Meal Program Inside Sistine Chapel: 5 Key Facts About the Conclave's Iconic Venue Today's Top 3 News: 7 Most Beautiful Banknotes in the World, Penetration of Visa, Mastercard vs QRIS in Indonesia Jokowi Responds to Calls for VP Gibran's Impeachment List of Baeksang Arts Awards 2025 Winners Indonesia's Mount Semeru Erupts 3 Times This Morning, Sends Ash 700 Meters High Expert Raises Alarm on Crypto Scams, Biometric Leaks After Worldcoin Freeze Retina Scanning for Crypto? 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Iklan Madihin's poetry is a reminder of the identity of the Banjar people Through madihin artists in Banjarmasin expressed concerns about the sustainability of floating market culture The identity as a "river person" has now shifted to become a "land person" Audio Berita This article has been translated using AI. See Original Please note that this article was automatically translated using Microsoft Azure AI, Open AI, and Google Translation AI. We cannot ensure that the entire content is translated accurately. If you spot any errors or inconsistencies, contact us at hotline@kompas.id and we'll make every effort to address them TEKS The following article was translated using both Microsoft Azure Open AI and Google Translation AI. The original article can be found in Syair Madihin Pengingat Identitas Orang Banjar Children danced and sang accompanied by the Madihin artist They aim to preserve the original culture of the Banjar tribe amidst the threat of extinction due to modernity where have you disappeared to my tarapung market Ahmad Syarani sang stanza after stanza of poetry accompanied by the sun which was starting to set on the banks of the Barito River while other children sat watching and imagining the beauty of the culture of their village Ahmad cannot imagine if the floating mamasar culture at the Muara Kuin Floating Market really became extinct there are only a dozen traders left who are still selling on jukung or canoes in Banjar language he wants to introduce young people to continuing to preserve the culture that has existed since the 14th century and was even greater when the Banjar Kingdom was founded in the mid-16th century Pamadihinan is the name for madihin artists in Banjarmasin "Where are the voices of the traders basirih you can no longer hear them," said Ahmad at the Muara Kuin Floating Market Pier plays the tarbang (a typical Banjar tribal drum) that accompanies his madihin in front of children at the Muara Kuin Floating Market Pier in Arabic it means advice or it can also mean praise and gathering people with poetry or rhymes A pamadihinan is usually also a player of a fly a tambourine-like musical instrument about 30 centimeters in diameter The material is made from jingah tree wood The rhythm of the music played has a flat or monotonous notation except during the moments in the prologue and epilogue the rhythm can change to mark the beginning and end of the madihin art being presented the Banjar tribe is actually the result of the mixing of the Malay people with the native people of Kalimantan it is not surprising that cultural acculturation has brought the habit of poetry and pantun to the Land of Borneo Madihin itself is said to have started to develop since the end of the Banjar war Also read: Forgotten River, Disasters Often Strike the City of Banjarmasin recited madihin verses in front of children at the Floating Market Pier of Muara Kuin Pamadihinan tua used to recite madihin poetry in the native Banjar language currently Ahmad prefers to mix it with Indonesian so that the message is easily captured by today's generation without reducing the cultural value ofmadihin Ahmad's madihin chanting is not only heard in Banjarmasin The 47 year old man has often been invited to appear in various countries I convey that the condition of our tarapung market is now heading towards extinction," said the Banjar artist who is also a civil servant at the Ministry of Religion of Banjarmasin City Ahmad performed on the Sambang Sore Hari event as a part of the National Cultural Week (PKN) residency in Muara Kuin Floating Market Dock His poetry was full of criticism towards the massive development that erodes culture Also read: Transportation across the Barito River in South Kalimantan was met at the Floating Market Pier in Muara Kuin the culture of floating mamasars is starting to be abandoned by the younger generation along with the development of infrastructure on land especially since the Barito Bridge was established in 1997 The bridge that connects Barito Kuala Regency and Banjarmasin City has changed trading habits between regions the younger generation uses motorbikes and cars more than jukungs for activities The river and canal routes in this city nicknamed "A Thousand Rivers" are starting to be abandoned people from Anjir District who used to sell at Tarapung Muara Kuin Market using jukungs Not to mention that now there are modern franchise kiosks such as Indomaret and Alfamart as well as online marketplaces which are increasingly threatening the floating mamasar culture it doesn't take root in the culture of this community," Ahmad said He hopes that the government can revive the floating mamasar culture by reviving the river as the pulse of civilization in the city of Banjarmasin PKN 2023 seeks to collect various cultural discourses in the regions to continue to be preserved Also read: A Heady Journey to the Borders paddled his boat in Barito River to reach the dock of Muara Kuin Floating Market in Banjarmasin which stands for National Culture Week 2023 Caring for Culture" and is divided into three phases The care phase is a pre-event consisting of residencies and research since last June "The event in Banjarmasin is part of the Laku Hidup curatorial in its maintenance phase PKN is one of the ways to convey the cultural life issues in Indonesia today we convey social issues through cultural means hopefully this will continue," said the Public Relations Officer of the Directorate General of Culture the harvest phase takes place in July-August by collecting and archiving various cultures in several regions it is continued with the distribution phase in September-October when all works are shared through exhibitions and workshops that can be witnessed by the public The peak event of the phase is set to be held from October 20-29 The locations are scattered across 38 points in Jakarta which consist of public spaces and community spaces Also read: Reviving Muara Kuin Floating Mamasar Culture Text description provided by the architects. The project location is in the residential area of ​​South Tangerang. The site is on the hook, so it has 2 exposed sides. Responding to the site orientation towards the sun, the layout of the building mass is maximized extending east to west with openings towards the north. The north side is a green area as a privacy buffer in the inner area. Meanwhile, the front façade area is a massive wall because it faces east. The sloping wall that is created gives a broad impression to the space that borders the void the sloping walls between the repetitions of the vertical walls create a visual contrast to the façade You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) predicts that most areas in West Java will potentially rain over a week The Head of the Meteorology Station of BMKG West Java said several factors contributing to the increase in the supply of water vapor that forms convective clouds and the occurrence of rain in parts of West Java Rakhmat mentioned that the factors include the relatively warm sea surface temperature around the waters of Indonesia cyclonic circulation in the Indian Ocean west of Sumatra and south of Java "This results in wind bending and convergence in West Java," he said in a written statement on Sunday the overall atmospheric instability is categorized as light to strong light to moderate rains may continue in some parts of West Java The following areas are forecast for moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and strong winds on a local scale and of short duration over the next week: BMKG urges residents and relevant authorities to be vigilant for the possible occurrence of hydrometeorological disasters due to extreme weather that could lead to flooding, landslides, and fallen trees such as heavy rains and strong winds Editor's Choice: Japan's Labor Crisis Hits Worst Point Since Covid Pandemic Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News Jobs That AI Will Replace: Is Your Current Job at Risk? 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Google AI Mode Now Opens with One-Tap Access on Android and iOS Indonesian Govt Forecasts Hot Weather During Hajj in Saudi Arabia The Mangalore Bridge connecting NH-305 to Banjar Subdivision collapsed in the early hours today completely snapping connectivity for the entire region a truck carrying hardware fell straight into the khad as the bridge caved under its weight Had a public bus or more vehicles been on the bridge the scale of disaster would have been unimaginable The state exchequer could have faced a heavy toll This collapse has ripped apart the tall claims of quality control by Himachal’s PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh and his department Despite the presence of a dedicated Chief Engineer for quality control the incident has exposed shoddy construction and compromised materials.PWD engineers claim that that the bridge was built in the 1970s and the present minister is not be blamed Public anger is exploding across social media Locals are accusing PWD engineers and contractors of running an unholy nexus where the sole motive is profiteering at the cost of public safety this is criminal negligence," say furious residents If the bridge was old then why it was not spotted for repair The bridge failure has triggered massive traffic disruptions with locals struggling for mobility and essential supplies The incident has not only created logistical chaos but also left deep scars of betrayal among the people Residents allege that contractors openly used substandard material to pocket profits The collapse has become a glaring symbol of systemic failure and questions are mounting over accountability and corruption Social media continues to seethe with outrage demanding strict action and answers from the authorities Who is responsible for bridge collapse and poor quality of construction The people of Himachal are no longer willing to tolerate this rot in governance #BridgeCollapse #BanjarCutOff #PWDScam #InfrastructureFailure #HimachalAngry Himachal Erupts: Farmers and Apple Growers Protest.. 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At a time when silence should have spoken louder than words the shutter clicks of smartphones drowned out mourning prayers Locals in the remote Lahaul-Spiti valley are outraged after a group of tourists brazenly clicked selfies and posed for photographs near the banks of the Chenab River — while a local family was performing the last rites of their loved one What should have been a solemn moment of farewell turned into a grotesque show of insensitivity had to endure a barrage of onlookers treating their tragedy as a photo opportunity Videos and pictures of the incident have now gone viral on social media and educationist  and respected community elder “We are deeply disheartened by the presence of tourists and onlookers during what should have been a sacred and private farewell to a beloved The final goodbye to a loved one is a solemn passage let grieving families mourn in peace.” referring to the cremation rites at the Sangam of the Chandra and Bhaga river near Tandi Locals say this isn’t an isolated incident With the growing influx of tourists in the valley sacred and culturally sensitive spots are increasingly being turned into Instagram backdrops The riverside — once a tranquil space for quiet rituals — is now teeming with selfie-seekers “We strongly condemn the idea of disturbing the chastity and solitude of this sacred place in the name of so-called ‘development’ and cemented ghats Let this place be what it is — a space for spiritual peace The residents are now demanding that the district administration step in to regulate and educate tourists especially near sites of cultural and emotional significance “There needs to be a line between exploration and intrusion,” said another local As the mountain echo with both grief and protest one thing is clear: Lahaul-Spiti isn’t asking for silence — it's demanding sensitivity National President of United Doctors Front (UDF) Roy Memorial Honour Award by Union Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya at the Constitution Club of India Calling him one of his “favourite youth doctors,” Dr Mittal’s dynamic leadership since his stint as Union Health Minister and praised his consistent efforts to bring India’s medical fraternity together for systemic reforms who also served as the Organising Chairman of UDFCON 2025 was honoured for steering national conversations on key healthcare issues—from the Central Residency Scheme and NEET exam integrity to the mental health of medicos His push for Tobacco-Free and Obesity-Free Bharat campaigns under the Fit India Movement also earned wide applause Chairman of the National Medical Commission Mittal’s growing influence in shaping medical reforms concluding with key honour presentations and release of reform policy drafts Centre Plans Mega Revamp for Manimahesh Under PRASAD Scheme – Public Suggestions Invited Chamba/Shimla: Big news for Manimahesh pilgrims—Central Government is now set to develop the sacred Manimahesh pilgrimage site under its flagship PRASAD Scheme (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive) and especially the youth are being humbly requested to share their suggestions for the plan BJP MLA from Bharmaur Dr Janak Raj has urged the locals and pilgrims to provide him inputs to make pilgrimage special This is your chance to help shape the future of the yatra The plan aims to upgrade basic infrastructure—roads and boost the local economy through jobs and business The Centre has rolled out similar transformations elsewhere: Chintpurni Temple in Himachal’s Una district where Rs 50 crore was sanctioned for beautification The Chintpurni success story also features a proposed Rs 76.5 crore ropeway a major pull for crowd management and access the same scale of development is being planned for Manimahesh Yatra known for its spiritually charged trek to the glacial lake near Mount Kailash in Chamba district This email address is being protected from spambots and more vibrant Manimahesh pilgrimage—for today and for generations to come" Don’t miss out on being part of this transformation India Flushes Salal & Baglihar Dams After Pahalgam Terror Attack; Sends Stern Warning to Pakistan SRINAGAR/SHIMLA: Continuing its diplomatic and strategic retaliation following the brutal terrorist attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 Indian tourists the Modi government had  suspended the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with Pakistan The flushing was promoted due to cloud Bursts and rainfall that triggered flash floods in  Chenab River basin This suspension of Treaty has given a free hand to India to operate its dams The gates of Salal and Baglihar dams were opened for flushing out excessive silt to salvage the dams  in Jammu and Kashmir Now it is  a move that not only asserts India’s rights over its western rivers but also serves as a stern warning to Islamabad reiterated: “Blood and water cannot flow together.” This sharp rebuke comes amid growing national outrage and global solidarity with India Countries across the world have backed New Delhi’s right to respond decisively against terrorism and to reassess its commitments under a treaty with a state that continues to export terror Both dams are vital not only for hydropower generation in Jammu and Kashmir but also for India’s strategic water rights under the Indus framework All the gates of the dams haveen opened carrying silt along the rivet downstream to Pakistan By flushing these dams — a process used to clear sediment and maintain reservoir efficiency — India has disrupted water flows downstream which could significantly impact Pakistan's kharif season irrigation especially in its Punjab province where farmers depend heavily on these waters India has not notified Pakistan of this reservoir flushing — a marked shift from previous protocols under the now-suspended treaty former head of the Central Water Commission have affirmed that “India can now pursue our hydro projects at free will.” accusing India of violating international norms But legal experts say that after the suspension of the treaty this unprecedented step has put Pakistan on the defensive had long survived wars and political upheavals inspection teams from Pakistan had also inspected the waters of Indus river system including dams and proposed project sites in Jammu and Kashmir and Lahaul-Spiti district of Himachal as well THE Chenab River originate from Lahaul-Spiti and the Himachal has identified power projects on this river too It is another matter that locals are up in arms against projects like Jispa dam and Seli on the Chenab River upstream of Jammu region India’s move — seen as a combination of hard diplomacy and strategic hydropolitics — has drawn widespread global attention Many international observers view it as a “befitting lesson” to Pakistan With India leveraging its upstream advantage India has identified over 14000 MW power potential on the Indus River system so far out of which about 23 per cent has been tapped so far Pakistan has been cribbing about many power projects on the river including Kishanganga  project But now it will be easier for  India  to go full steam executing the remaining power projects adding to its green energy and  decreasing the carbon emissions footprints to earn carbon credits in the global green energy markets #IndusWatersTreaty #SalalDam #BagliharDam #IndiaPakistan #Hydropolitics #PMModi #PahalgamAttack #WaterAsWeapon #BloodAndWater #IndiaStandsStrong #GlobalSupport Thunderstorms Lash Himachal Pradesh; Hailstorm Himachal Pradesh continues to reel under wet and windy weather as heavy rain and thunderstorms hit several parts of the state in the last 24 hours A series of hailstorms have already devastated large swathes from Kotgarh to Nerwa and pea crops — but no official assessment or compensation has come through yet According to the latest bulletin from the Meteorological Centre and Malraon (45 mm) recorded significant rainfall The stormy weather wasn’t limited to rainfall Hailstorms were reported from Shimla and Kasauli with Kufri recording gusts up to 52 kmph and Reckong Peo touching 50 kmph minimums remained normal to slightly below normal especially in the mid and high hill regions A western disturbance and multiple cyclonic circulations are fueling this active weather phase The IMD has predicted more rain and storms across Himachal till May 9 with light activity likely to linger till May 11 The IMD has sounded warnings of thunderstorms and isolated hailstorms for districts like Kangra and Hamirpur may also see light storms with winds up to 40 kmph Authorities and residents are advised to stay alert and avoid exposed areas during storms #HimachalWeather #ShimlaRain #ThunderstormAlert #HailstormUpdate #Kullu #Chamba #Kangra #HimachalRain #IMDAlert #MonsoonPrep #HimachalUpdates Himachal Tourism Hits A Rock bottom Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more The mainstream media houses dominated by the city- centric editors have been indifferent to the problems and issues faced by the Himalayan people down the centuries HimbuMail is born to fill this gap and seeks to become their real voice Donate Now » HimbuMail is new web newsepaper and is being run on no-profit basis by professionals who need financial support for  sustainable operation of the web news portal Facebook   Twitter Instagram   Youtube leaving families shattered emotionally and financially on the first day of the new year Preliminary estimates by authorities peg the loss at over ₹10 crore a figure expected to rise as assessments continue Reportedly the fire originated in a cowshed and rapidly spread to nearby houses due to the flammable materials like dry wood and grass Despite the prompt response from the fire department The flames destroyed not only the homes and essential belongings of the affected families but also winter stockpiles of food and sacred offerings stored in local deity shrines Sacred belongings of deities like Gadapati Sheshnag and Vishnu Narayan Bhua were also consumed by the fire the 17 displaced families now face the daunting challenge of rebuilding their lives from scratch who had been running homestays for their livelihood Local MLA Surender Shourie and SDM Pankaj Sharma promptly visited the site to assess the situation The administration has provided immediate relief in the form of ₹15,000 per family Temporary shelters have also been arranged for the affected families MLA Shourie assured the victims that efforts are underway to secure additional financial aid from the state government to assist in rebuilding homes and restoring normalcy However reports indicate that the tragedy extends beyond financial losses The destruction of sacred offerings has dealt a significant blow to the region’s cultural and religious heritage largely dependent on tourism and homestay businesses Now the challange is for authorities who need to expedite efforts to provide housing and measures to revitalize the local economy the incident underlines the importance of implementing robust fire safety measures to prevent similar disasters in the future Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss our latest news Cari English Sugiharto Hendrata Kuswono, Banjar Chinese History Teacher TEKS English›Sugiharto Hendrata Kuswono,.. Banjar Chinese History Teacher Sugiharto Hendrata Kuswono has collected primary data on Chinese history in Banjarmasin since the 2000s Audio Berita This article has been translated using AI. See Original TEKS The following article was translated using both Microsoft Azure Open AI and Google Translation AI. The original article can be found in Sugiharto Hendrata Kuswono, Suluh Sejarah Tionghoa Banjar uncovered the archives of Banjar Chinese history which have been collected in his private library in Banjarmasin A strong curiosity about his family history in Banjarmasin has driven Sugiharto Hendrata Kuswono (47) to trace the Chinese historical sources in the region and archives various primary data related to the presence of Chinese people in South Kalimantan but also with stacks of newspaper clippings and images related to the history of Chinese people in Tanah Banjar The clippings and documents are organized according to their respective topics "The data collected is already quite extensive Not less than 30 bundles," said the bespectacled man when met in Banjarmasin was met at his private library in Banjarmasin Sugi has been collecting Chinese history data in Banjar Land since the 2000s This is based on a great curiosity and interest in the existence of his family in Banjarmasin especially the footsteps of his grandfather who became a victim of Japanese army's murder during World War II “In the family there is a historical memory that is always questioned My grandfather was killed by Japanese soldiers "During the ceng beng tradition or grave prayer we can only go to grandmother's grave," he said Sugi began searching for information about his grandfather he came across a researcher from the International Red Cross who was conducting research in Banjarmasin The researcher had a list of names of war victims from 1943 in Banjarmasin Sugi followed the researcher to various locations Also read: Service to Ancestors in Singkawang he found information about his grandfather Those who were victims of World War II at the time were buried in a Dutch cemetery in Kalsel the Indonesian government later moved the graves of war victims to other places or outside of Kalsel "The information is that the graves of the victims have been relocated to Ancol (Jakarta) our family has lost track and we do not know exactly where our grandfather's grave is," he said Sugi was informed by his parents that his grandfather was a trader There is almost no other information about his grandfather beyond that his grandfather can be seen at the first Catholic school in Banjarmasin I am glad to finally be able to contribute to the publication of a book about Banjar Chinese but many Chinese families in Banjarmasin have lost track of their loved ones At least 200 victims of the Japanese military during World War II are recorded in Banjarmasin That's what makes me curious and keeps me searching and archiving data," he said The data that Sugi was searching for subsequently expanded It was not only about his grandfather's footsteps but also about the footsteps of Chinese people in Banjarmasin He also met with Chinese families to obtain information and photos related to their family history Only a few of them still hold their ancestors' legacy "It's indeed quite difficult to find data related to this Chinese family because many of them are traumatized burning books and photos to avoid being linked to various things especially with the 1965 incident (Indonesian Communist Party)," he said One of the historical archives of the Banjar Chinese community collected by Sugiharto Hendrata Kuswono a Banjar Chinese history enthusiast in his private library in Banjarmasin what he is seeking and collecting are primary data and information or stories from Chinese families His hope is that the various data and information can be written again or published into a book so that the wider community can also learn about the historical background of the Chinese in Banjarmasin "Literature about Banjar Chinese is very minimal I have thought of making a book about it," said the graduate of the Faculty of Economics and Business at Lambung Mangkurat University Sugi felt that his writing ability and funding for book publishing were still limited in creating the book there was a positive response from the Indonesian Chinese Social Association (PSMTI) of South Kalimantan who welcomed and strongly supported the creation of a book about the history of Chinese in South Kalimantan PSMTI Kalsel then collaborated with the Institute for Islamic and Community Studies (LK3) Banjarmasin to design the production of the book "I was contacted and joined the writing team I also supported the data when other writers had difficulty accessing the necessary data to make it more complete," she said Its Role and Contribution in the Course of History" was finally launched and discussed in Banjarmasin on July 30 Sugi stated that the process of creating the book took almost two years consists of eight major themes with 56 subtitles The writers come from various professional backgrounds The book "Tionghoa Banjar" attempts to record the entire role and contribution of the Chinese community in South Kalimantan Starting from the history of their arrival in the land of Banjar the assimilation between Chinese and Banjar cultures to the traces left by the Chinese community from the past until now This book is also a part of the documentary film production that narrates the existence of the Chinese community in Banjar Land The title of the documentary is "In the Same Stream" the review in the book is more comprehensive and in-depth "I am delighted to finally be able to contribute to the publication of a book about the Chinese Banjar I am not an archivist or a conventionally educated librarian I just happen to enjoy collecting data and creating archives," he said After the release of the book "Tionghoa Banjar" Sugi admitted that he still has plenty of data for writing other books One of them is a biography of a Chinese-Banjar figure who contributed to the national movement and played an important role in the nation's life Please note that there are no forbidden words in this article books about the Banjar Chinese are still very scarce Reviews about the Banjar Chinese in some history reference books are also minimal the impression is sometimes a bit biased because the version is written by people in the New Order era the history and existence of the Banjar Chinese should be written in a balanced way "I do not intend to straighten out history because that is not my expertise I hope that the data I have collected can provide information and be considered for its truthfulness This data may be useful for improvement or balance in the writing of Chinese history," he said Also read: The Dilemma of Chinese Becoming Indonesian Citizens and Banjarmasin National Integration Forum has been sentenced to 16 years in prison and ordered to pay Rp 192 million in restitution on Tuesday for the murder of his father-in-law in Banjar the Public Relations Officer of the Banjar District Court Class II "The judge found Arthur guilty of killing his father-in-law Arthur has been given seven days to decide whether to accept the judge's decision or to file an appeal Failure to appeal within the given timeframe will be considered as acceptance of the decision Arthur is also facing trial for the destruction of his father-in-law's property The Banjar District Court plans to hold a trial for property damage in the coming days The murder case came to light after Arthur fatally attacked his father-in-law with a sharp weapon in Raharja Village The victim was found dead in a pool of blood in the backyard of his house Arthur was arrested by residents and taken into custody at the Banjar Police Station Arthur has a history of similar criminal behavior He was previously arrested for attempted murder in the United States Arthur was involved in an incident where he attacked two middle-aged individuals with a sword in the Silver Terrace area of San Francisco on August 24 both victims sustained injuries and had to be hospitalized Local authorities subsequently detained Arthur Dewi Elvia Muthiariny Laila Afifa TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - State-owned railway operator PT Kereta Api Indonesia (PT KAI) launched two new routes connecting Jakarta with Garut and Banjar KA Papandayan for the Gambir-Garut route and KA Pandangaran for the Gambir-Banjar route will begin operation today “The launch of these new trains is aimed at improving services for customers so that there are more choices for traveling by train,” said Ixfan Hendriwintoko the spokesperson for KAI Regional Operation (Daop) 1 Jakarta KA Papandayan and KA Pangandaran have one panoramic train car The journey on KA Papandayan takes approximately four hours and 50 minutes while the journey on KA Pangandaran takes six hours and 55 minutes KA Pangandaran is scheduled to depart from Gambir Station at 09:30 local time and arrive at Banjar Station at 16:25 local time the train departs from Banjar Station at 16:55 local time and arrives at Gambir Station at 00:49 local time KA Papandayan train departs from Gambir Station at 06:30 local time and arrives at Garut Station at 11:20 local time the train departs from Garut Station at 12:30 local time and arrives at Gambir Station at 17:45 local time The price of the KA Papandayan train is Rp252,000 for executive class and Rp156,000 for economy class while KA Pangandaran is priced at Rp296,000 for executive class and Rp180,000 for economy class Editor's Choice: KAI Launches Suite Class Compartment Available on KA Bima, KA Argo Semeru Garut Police Name Obstetrician Accused of Harassing Patient as Suspect Obstetrician Investigated for Alleged Sexual Harassment of Patient During Ultrasound BMKG: Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Jolts Indonesia's Sukabumi KAI Provides Subsidized Train Tickets from Jakarta Starting at Rp45,000 KAI Introduces New Train Seating Feature for Women in Pledge to Safety Speeding Up Train Station Queues for Eid Travelers with Face Recognition Feature Police Arrest Suspect for Train Carriage Arson at Yogyakarta's Tugu Station Three Train Cars Catch Fire at Yogyakarta's Tugu Station KAI Jakarta Adds 1,858 Long-Distance Train Trips to Handle Eid Travel Surge KAI Tickets in High Demand: 1.4 Million Sold for Eid Homecoming Vehicular traffic on National Highway 305 in Himachal Pradesh was disrupted after a bridge connecting Mandi to Kullu district collapsed in the early hours of Saturday The concrete bridge that collapsed at Mangalore in Banjar valley of Kullu on Saturday The incident took place when a truck carrying cement was crossing the bridge (PTI) The incident occurred in Banjar of Kullu of district when a bridge constructed around 1980 A truck passing over the bridge at the time plunged into the river District administration and police went to the spot upon receiving information The injured was taken to a nearby hospital and is undergoing treatment Kullu deputy commissioner of police (DCP) Torul S Ravneesh said machinery has been deployed at the site and restoration work is underway She said efforts are being made to identify alternate routes and resume movement of light vehicles at the earliest A temporary pathway was made available to the public by Saturday morning and traffic has been diverted via Pandoh to minimise inconvenience to commuters “The work of installing a bailey bridge will also be initiated soon” she said Universitas Airlangga Official Website UNAIR NEWS – Planktons are organisms that live in water with very limited movement and almost all of their movements are influenced by the movement of water currents Plankton consists of phytoplankton or plant plankton and zooplankton or animal plankton One of the phytoplanktons acting as a bioindicator in evaluating water quality and fertility levels is diatoms are included in the Bacilariophyceae class and contain more yellow pigments than green pigments Good water conditions will have a positive impact on diatoms to carry out the photosynthesis process with the help of carotenoid pigments it is necessary to conduct research on the abundance of diatoms associated with carotenoid content,” said Kukuh Septihandoko alumnus of Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Sciences Universitas Airlangga graduated in September 2020 Kukuh analyzed the abundance of diatoms ( bacillariophyceae ) and the carotenoid content of diatoms in the Banjar Kemuning River Estuary “Diatoms contain carotenoid pigments more than any other genus research on the abundance of carotenoids in the waters is still minimal ”said the former Planktonology Practicum Assistant The reason for Kukuh’s research at estuaries is that river estuaries are a type of water with an open system and depend on the condition of the surrounding environment “Muara Banjar Kemuning which is a coastal area with lots of human activity causing the nutrient content in these waters to change,” he said Estuary is a type of water with an open system that is the meeting point between fresh water and sea it can also be a connection between rivers and the sea estuary can experience significant environmental changes due to several things such as tides and being the last point of deposition of a substance discharged from the river 3 points at the river mouth and 3 points at the border of fresh water with the sea The average diatom abundance in Banjar Kemuning estuary during the study was 167,776 cells / L with the highest diatom abundance in zone A in December and the lowest in zone B in October the average carotenoid content during the study was 1.062 µg / mL with the highest carotenoid content in zone A in December and the lowest in zone A in October The conclusion obtained from the thesis of the alumnus from Jombang is that the abundance of diatoms in each month and the carotenoid content is also different “The difference is due to the influence of weather and the conditions of the waters themselves the more abundance of diatoms will be and the carotenoid content is also increasing,” he concluded Copyright 2024 © Universitas Airlangga. All Rights Reserved. PUSAT KOMUNIKASI DAN INFORMASI PUBLIK (PKIP) Darah basket memang mengalir pada diri Johannis Winar Ayahnya Hendy Winar dan sang ibunda Yu Ling Chen adalah pemain basket Arlan Winarso juga pernah menjadi pemain nasional Hendy juga menjadi pembina klub Flying Wheel Makassar Mama dan Paman serta keluarga lain memang penggemar basket Ada lapangan basket di belakang rumah saya saya main basket di belakang rumah,” cerita Ahang sapaan mantan pemain nasional yang kini menjadi asisten pelatih tim nasional Indonesia ini Sejak duduk di bangku Sekolah Dasar Ahang sudah berlatih basket Dia makin intens berlatih ketika duduk di bangku SMP Garuda “Saat itu sekolah mengikuti Pekan Olahraga dan Seni (Porseni) dan saya masuk tim basket,” kenangnya SMA Katolik Cenderawasih memang dikenal kuat di cabang basket dan bola voli Saya bahkan juga terpilih masuk tim basket POPSI Sulsel dan main di Senayan Inilah kejuaraan tingkat nasional pertama yang saya ikuti,” tuturnya Ahang pun menjadi andalan tim daerahnya menuju PON 1989 di Jakarta Bakatnya menarik klub Kobatama asal Banjarmasin saat itu Kontraknya saat itu hanya ditulis dibalik kartu nama sang pemilik klub,“Tapi saya tidak langsung masuk tim Banjar Utama Di Banjarmasin ketajaman dan kepiawaiannya mulai terasah “Senior-senior di Banjar Utama menjadi mentor bagus bagi saya,” ucap Ahang beberapa diantaranya adalah shooter tajam seperti Filiks Bendatu “Saya beruntung mereka memberi perhatian dan membimbing,” kata Ahang Ateng tiap pagi membangunkannya untuk berlatih shooting “Jam 5 pagi saya sudah harus bangun latihan shooting 500 tembakan Sore hari pemain senior lainnya juga menyuruh saya latihan menembak lagi jadi bisa 1000 tembakan saya lakukan dalam sehari,” ungkapnya Ahang sempat bermain membela Kalimantan Selatan pada PON 1993 di Jakarta sambil bermain untuk klub amatir milik beliau Latihan di Daya Sakti tidak seintens latihan bersama Banjar Utama Ahang mendapatkan tawaran dari klub Kobatama asal Bandung saya pun hijrah ke Bandung,” katanya Panasia gagal menjadi juara baru setahun kemudian Ahang berhasil menjadi juara Kobatama bersama Panasia dan diulangi lagi pada musim berikut “Motivasi kami waktu itu tinggi sekali,” tegasnya.  Ahang pun masuk dalam skuat tim nasional Indonesia untuk SEA Games 1997 di Jakarta Ahang kembali masuk tim nasional dan merebut medali perunggu SEA Games 1999 Brunei Darussalam Dia juga dipanggil mengikuti seleksi tim nasional menghadapi SEA Games 2001 di Kuala Lumpur Malaysia “Saya mundur karena menikah pada tahun tersebut,” akunya Ahang menikah dengan pemain nasional putri Dia memutuskan pindah ke Satria Muda Jakarta Bersama Satria Muda dia meraih gelar juara IBL 2004 ketika itu Panasia sudah berubah nama menjadi Garuda Bandung “Saya menjadi asisten pelatih Kak Amran,” kata Ahang Ahang untuk pertamakali menjadi head coach di Hangtuah Sumsel Dia kemudian menjadi asisten pelatih Stadium dia dipercaya memegang kendali di Garuda Bandung “Garuda berhasil menjadi juara turnamen Piala Gubernur DKI tetapi di babak reguler hanya mampu duduk pada peringkat keempat menjadi asisten pelatih bagi Nath Canson kemudian mendampingi AF Rinaldo hingga akhirnya didapuk menjadi pelatih kepala Pelita Jaya dan sukses mengantar timnya menjadi juara IBL 2017 Total empat kali Ahang meraih gelar juara di level tertinggi bola basket nasional Tiga kali sebagai pemain  dan sekali sebagai pelatih kepala pemain sekarang sudah bagus hanya saja dia menyebut jumlah pemain bola basket yang tersedia dan mumpuni bertanding pada level tertinggi masih sangat kurang “Kuantitas pemain dengan skill bagus masih kurang Terlihat dari perputaran pemain baik di tim nasional maupun klub IBL ,” katanya Dia menyebut diperlukan kompetisi untuk level di bawah IBL “Pemain dari Liga Mahasiswa masih membutuhkan jam terbang lagi sebelum berlaga di IBL Untuk itu diperlukan kompetisi nasional di bawah IBL untuk mematangkan mereka,” sarannya Perspiciatis ipsam voluptatibus error in possimus expedita quis beatae atque fugiat architecto eius molestias officiis consequatur reprehenderit suscipit hic consectetur ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipisicing elit Expedita voluptatibus autem consequatur accusamus laborum ea dolores unde obcaecati sed temporibus aspernatur quo eos velit ratione tempore nam dolorem maiores eum Copyright © 2022 Indonesian Basketball League Petir Garda Bhwana TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - A building which housed an Alfamart convenience store on Jalan Ahmad Yani South Kalimantan collapsed on Monday afternoon The police suspected that five people were still trapped in the three-story building The evacuation process was still afoot as of last night “It is estimated that there were 16 victims Eight of them have been evacuated safely and three people died,” said South Kalimantan Police Chief Inspector General Rikwanto on Monday He stated that investigators would immediately examine the cause and had asked the Surabaya Police’s Forensic Laboratory Team to conduct an examination and process the crime scene Rikwanto initially assessed that the incident occurred because of its old structures the collapsed building was about 20 years old the building stood on a previously swamp or peat area and was often flooded “So this is an old building and was rented by Alfamart,” he concluded A number of witnesses stated that the building had cracked a few seconds before it collapsed completely. Alfamart's Corporate Affairs Director said his side would cover the medical expenses and provide compensation for all victims Read: Alfamart, Indomaret Take Kinder Products Off Shelves Today's Top 3 News: 7 Most Beautiful Banknotes Bank Indonesia Withdraws Four Banknote Denominations Says Police Behind Violence at Labor Day Rally Jakarta Police Blame Infiltrators for Labor Day Rally Unrest LBH Jakarta Reports Labor Day Protesters Still Detained by Police After Investigation Indonesian Police Bust 7 Online Gambling Sites Israel Wildfire Probe: Police Confirm 3 Arrests How Police Repression Unfolded During Semarang May Day Rally Tempo Journalist Allegedly Assaulted by Police During May Day Rally in Semarang Chaos Erupts at Semarang May Day Rally: Police Arrest Suspected Provocateurs Police Deploy 13,252 Joint Personnel to Safeguard Jakarta May Day Events The Newz Radar Banjar (Kullu): A vital bridge on the National Highway-305 collapsed near Mangalore in Banjar subdivision of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh late Thursday night disrupting all vehicular movement between Aut The bridge mishap has brought traffic to a complete standstill in the region leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on either side of the highway The vehicle plunged into the river below as the structure gave way Locals rushed to the spot and managed to rescue the driver who was later shifted to a nearby hospital Crucial road connecting Kullu to Shimla via Anni The NH-305 is a crucial route connecting Kullu to Shimla via Anni and Rampur It also serves as the only major access road to the popular tourist destinations of Jibhi and Tirthan valleys several tourists are reported to be stranded in the area Authorities have advised those travelling towards Chandigarh and Delhi to reroute their journeys via Shimla though this alternate route is significantly longer The highway had recently reopened for traffic near Jalori Pass after the winter season The sudden collapse of the bridge has raised serious concerns about the condition of infrastructure in the region PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh said he would soon visit the site and that instructions had been issued to construct a temporary Bailley bridge so that traffic could be restored at the earliest Banjar MLA Surender Shourie said instructions had been issued to the district administration and highway authorities to prepare a temporary alternative route “The movement on both sides has been completely disrupted but it may take time to restore connectivity Travellers are advised to reschedule their journeys and use alternative routes,” he said A team of engineers and officials has reached the site and an inquiry into the cause of the collapse is expected to be initiated soon The Newz Radar Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu has left for Delhi,… The Newz Radar SHIMLA: The much-anticipated Una-Hamirpur new rail line Shimla: Despite the ongoing economic crisis in Himachal Pradesh and website in this browser for the next time I comment Find the latest Blogs news from all around the world News Center is an online publishing platform that creates content based on current events +91 6230779476 +91 6230 954 899 A truck loaded with cement was crossing the bridge when it suddenly gave way causing the truck to plunge into the ravine below The collapse has caused significant disruption leading to long traffic jams on both sides of the road Tourists heading to Banjar for the weekend are also stranded local residents are stepping up to help people cross the ravine The SDM of Banjar arrived at the scene promptly and discussions are underway to construct an alternative bridge this bridge is the only road link between Aut and Banjar Constructing a temporary bridge may take some time and heavy traffic has been jammed since morning people will have to cross the ravine to travel while hundreds of vehicles remain stuck on both sides “Upon receiving the news of the bridge collapse I contacted the administration and issued instructions for arranging an alternative bridge.” The Banjar police have issued an advisory: “This is the only bridge connecting Aut to Banjar People planning to travel in this direction should postpone their journey for some time As soon as an alternative bridge is arranged Δdocument.getElementById("ak_js_1").setAttribute("value",(new Date()).getTime()) Babasaheb Ambedkar was a unique representative of the Dalit-exploited-oppressed sections of Indian society For any further queries contact us at himachalheadlines@gmail.com BANDUNG CITY - Acting Governor of West Java Bey Machmudin on behalf of the President of the Republic of Indonesia inaugurated the Regent of Karawang Aep Syaepuloh Acting Regent of Kuningan Iip Hidajat and Acting Mayor of Banjar Ida Wahida Hidayati in the West Hall of Gedung Sate Bandung who was previously Deputy Regent of Karawang officially replaced Cellica Nurrachadiana who resigned Aep Syaepuloh will serve as Regent of Karawang until the Simultaneous Regional Elections in October 2024 Iip Hidajat will continue to serve as Head of West Java Kesbangpol as long as he leads the Kuningan Regency government until the 2024 Simultaneous Regional Elections who is the Head of the West Java Social Service replacing the Mayor of Banjar for the 2018-2023 period After inaugurating and taking the oath of office Bey Machmudin then left a number of messages to the three regional heads who were appointed They are asked to carry out their mandate with integrity "Carry out your mandate as well as possible and be a leader who listens to and responds to the needs of the community and plays an active role in sustainable development that is environmentally friendly," he said Bey also reminded that some time ago West Java Province had declared West Java Anteng (Safe Harmonious) to realize the 2024 General Election and 2024 Regional Head Election which were conducive but the three regional heads who are appointed must be able to implement it and guarantee the conduciveness of the elections "We ask that the declaration is not only ceremonial but is implemented in its implementation in their respective regions we must be able to guarantee the implementation of elections safely peacefully and smoothly and be able to maintain the neutrality of ASN the rainy season which has now entered almost all areas of West Java should be a serious concern for regional heads Bey said that hydrological natural disasters regional heads are asked to diligently go to the field to remind the public of the potential for natural disasters and to protect residents who live in disaster-prone areas "Don't get bored this rainy season by going to the field because many of our brothers and sisters live in areas prone to landslides," said Bey "We as government administrators must provide a quick response to the community so that people don't complain because there are problems in the field that we haven't resolved," he added authorities and restrictions for acting regional heads appointed by the Central Government are regulated in Law Number 23 of 2014 concerning Regional Government the authority of the Acting Regional Head is limited to four things canceling permits issued by previous officials and making government administration policies and development programs for previous officials After the inauguration of the Regent of Karawang the Acting Regent of Kuningan and the Acting Mayor of Banjar in the same place Bey Machmudin's wife then inaugurated the Chair of the TP PKK the Acting Chair of Dekranasda and the Acting Chair of Forikan coupled with the inauguration of Mother Genre and Chairman of Sekoper Cinta Karawang Regency Amanda Soemdi Bey Machmudin also inaugurated the Acting Chair of TP PKK and Acting Chair of Forikan coupled with the inauguration of Mother Genre Banjarmasin - The sound of Panting music played by 5 musicians accompanies people who were dining at Soto Banjar Bang Amat Soto Bang Amat offers a Banjar theme in enjoying a plate of Soto in the town of Banjarmasin Soto Bang Amat is the main destination for soto Banjar lovers "People know it better as 'soto under the bridge' because [the restaurant] is located near the Banua Anyar bridge," said Ahmad Lamawi Soto Banjar is the main star of the restaurant’s menu Ahmad explained that the restaurant offers two types of soto dishes Both menus actually use the same broth and ingredients but the soup rice is eaten with rice while Soto Banjar is eaten with ketupat (a dish made of rice) Ahmad admitted that he does not add any special ingredients to his famous dish "I think the ingredients are the same with other soto Banjar sold in other places which is cozy for people to dine in and a slightly different dose of the spices [used in the dish]," said Ahmad Ahmad's restaurant does offer a better environment with the view of the Martapura River and Banjar music plus a piece of perkedel (a dish made out of potato) The savory smell of the dish resulted from mix of spices A splash of lime makes this dish a meal to die for KOSTCON 2025, the First Largest K-Drama OST Concert in Jakarta, to Take Place on August 2nd 10 Best Cities to Visit in Japan Besides Tokyo to Add to Your Bucket List 10 Recommended Budget-Friendly Tourist Destinations in the United States What Are the Cheapest Businesses to Start from Home? 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Here Are the Top 12 Destinations Vesak 2025: Borobudur Temple to Host Thousands of Devotees with Spiritual Celebrations Indonesian Cuisine Loved by Foreign Tourist Banten Introduces Distinctive Dish at Culinary Festival Five Best Padang Cuisine Restaurants in Singapore Martabak Evolves into More Attractive Street Foods Nicolas Brucato received fundings from the French ministry of research (ANR) and the French Embassy in Indonesia through its Cultural and Cooperation Services View all partners the Banjar people from southeast Borneo sailed 7,000 kilometres across the Indian Ocean and colonised the Comoros and Madagascar They joined voyages led by Buddhist-Hindu Malay kingdoms such as Srivijaya (sixth to 13th centuries) notably across East Asia and reaching as far as East Africa They had set up trading posts in southeast Borneo and mixed with the indigenous Ma'anyan The Malay trading networks during the first millennium triggered one of the earliest protoglobalisation processes bringing Southeast Asian populations to East Africa Scientists have long debated the origin of the African-Asian ancestry of the Malagasy people Previous efforts to locate the Asian origin of Malagasy highlighted Borneo broadly as a potential source But no firm source populations were identified Our four-year international research collaboration including Professor Herawati Sudoyo’s team at Eijkman Institute for Molecular Biology identified the Banjar people as the Asian source of this outstanding migration We analysed the genomes from 3,000 individuals from 190 regional populations from around the Indian Ocean These included 30 populations from Indonesia Our research is the first to reconcile data and hypotheses coming from linguistic archaeological and genetic research into the settlement of the Comoros and Madagascar Linguists have long found that, astoundingly, despite the island being close to Africa, the vocabulary of the Malagasy language largely originated from one that was spoken along the Barito River valley of southeast Borneo Some 90% of Malagasy vocabulary is from the language of the Ma'anyan an indigenous group of roughly 70,000 people who live in remote inland areas of southeastern Borneo Less than 10% of the vocabulary of the Malagasy language is from African languages (mainly Sabaki Archaeologists have also found cultural evidence — including ironworking techniques, outrigger boats, musical instruments such as the xylophone, and the cultivation of rice, bananas, yams and taro (a “tropical food kit”) — that supports a strong Southeast Asian connection have generally confirmed the dual ancestry of the Malagasy and Comorian populations we determined that the Banjar and the East African people (Swahilis community) interbred first in the Comoros archipelago around the eighth century and later in Madagascar around the 11th century the dynamic of admixture strongly differs in the two territories Banjar ancestry ranges from 37% to 64% in Madagascar but is only 20% in the Comoros This is probably because of major Swahili settlement in the Comoros prior to Austronesian arrival We determined and dated the gene flow (migration) over the last 2,000 years between 190 populations around the Indian Ocean Our research shows that human migration is correlated to the volume of trade (estimated from historical records) the volume of trade along coastal areas of the Indian Ocean oscillated Scientists have identified four phases of trade in the Indian Ocean trading network The first phase began with the expansion of the Silk Road trading route (first to fifth centuries) which transported goods and ideas between China The second phase followed in the sixth to tenth centuries with the spread of Islam and Arab merchants The third phase came with the rise of maritime routes beginning in the 11th century through to the 15th century The fourth phase came with the arrival of Europeans in the 16th century which drastically restructured the trade network to the present day The mixing between the Banjar and the East African people in the Comoros happened during the peak of the second phase And the mixing between Banjar and East African people to Madagascar happened during the following centuries This Asian settlement of Madagascar and Comoros islands represents the most distant migration observed through our research Through our research we built a robust scenario showing that the flows of goods and ideas were linked to the movements of the people who brought them trade exchanges drive human contact and admixture between populations The Indian Ocean trade network therefore provides an early example of globalisation establishing connections between human trade and mobility that are still apparent around the world today Our research has settled the debate on the African-Asian ancestry of Madagascar and the Comoros We now know that Asians came to the Comoros archipelago first in the eighth century and then Madagascar in the 11th century What’s still a puzzle for us is the exact maritime route(s) from Borneo to these East African islands It’s another part of the astonishing facts of human geography to be uncovered Vikramaditya Singh enquired about the well being of the residents of Tandi in Banjar whose houses were razed in a massive fire on Wednesday which engulfed almost 17 houses besides cowsheds etc   While interacting with the affected people the Minister ensured all possible help from the Government and directed the Public works department to get the road constructed as early as possible under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojna (IV) (PMGSY- 4)  While interacting with each one of those who have lost their shelter the Minister also distributed ration kits to the villagers and assured that the Government will immediately release the amount as per the amended relief manual Cari English 500 Traders Enliven the Lok Baintan Floating Market Festival on the Martapura River TEKS English›500 Traders Enliven the Lok.. Iklan 500 Traders Enliven the Lok Baintan Floating Market Festival on the Martapura River Five hundred traders took part in the 2023 Lok Baintan Floating Market Festival in Banjar Regency The aim is to preserve the floating market tradition increase tourist visits and promote the local creative economy Audio Berita This article has been translated using AI. See Original TEKS The following article was translated using both Microsoft Azure Open AI and Google Translation AI. The original article can be found in 500 Pedagang Ramaikan Festival Pasar Terapung Lok Baintan di Sungai Martapura The atmosphere of the Floating Market Festival in Lok Baintan in 2023 at Lok Baintan Village KOMPAS - The peak of the Floating Market Festival in Lok Baintan will be held on Sunday (19/11/2023) The event serves as a promotion for tourism and preservation of the floating market that has been thriving for hundreds of years The Floating Market Festival in Lok Baintan 2023 will take place on the Martapura River in the Lok Baintan Village "This year's festival is participated by 500 traders and creative economy floating market stands Its goal is to preserve the Lok Baintan Floating Market as well as to serve as a means of promoting the creative economy of Banjar Regency," said Rija Rusadi Acting Head of the Banjar Regency Department of Culture and Tourism as well as the chairman of the festival's organizing committee." The festival is filled with a number of activities A total of 500 floating market traders participated in the Lok Baintan Floating Market Festival this year in Banjar Regency the target is to promote tourism destinations and attractions in Banjar Regency to boost the influx of domestic and foreign tourists "We also want to shape the opinion of Banjar Regency as a safe and potential place for investment and entrepreneurship," he said Banjar Regent Saidi Mansyur stated that the local government hopes that the Floating Market Festival in Lok Baintan can increase the number of local and foreign tourists while also boosting local economic players This festival is an opportunity to promote creative economic products on a national and international scale the tourism destination here can be more widely known It is hoped that through events such as this festival and media coverage people out there who don't yet know about the floating market will finally know and want to come here," he said Also read: Floating Market Cultural Tourism Festival Begins to Accept International Guests his region has various tourist destinations ranging from religious tourism such as the Haul Guru Sekumpul event There are also shopping tours at the Cahaya Bumi Selamat Martapura Market There are also natural attractions such as the Waduk Riam Kanan reservoir and the Sultan Adam Forest Park the floating market is a superior cultural tourism destination in the region These tourist destinations must be well-preserved and managed to remain a choice for tourists the floating market can continue to improve in the future so it will be loved by many people not only by the community of Banjar Regency but also by people outside of Banjar Regency," he said A foreign tourist recorded a video while witnessing the Floating Market Festival Lok Baintan in 2023 in Lok Baintan Village Saidi stated that they are open to input and evaluation from various parties to improve the implementation of the festival from year to year One of the inputs that is starting to be implemented this year is the selection of the festival location If previously it was centered around the dock area under the Sungai Pinang Lama bridge starting this year it will be centered around the Lok Baintan Floating Market dock area in the Lok Baintan village "We still accommodate other aspirations from village governments or from traders These will be followed up by the Banjar Regency government in addition to the floating market tourism other larger cultural potentials in Lok Baintan can also be elevated," he said expresses her gratitude towards the local government for listening to their aspirations and allowing the festival to be held in Lok Baintan this year where they sell their goods on a daily basis "Thank you for holding the floating market festival in our village "(My) hope is that the festival activities at Lok Baintan will be sustainable so that the culture of the Lok Baintan Floating Market will be further enhanced," he said Visitors witnessed the activities of the Floating Market Festival in Lok Baintan in the year 2023 from atop the Lok Baintan Suspension Bridge According to Pambakal or the Head of Lok Baintan Bawaihi Village the Floating Market of Lok Baintan is located in Lok Baintan and is where locals sell their agricultural or garden produce "There are seven villages that support the Lok Baintan Floating Market I am sure that this floating market will be preserved for generations," he said Also read: Reviving Muara Kuin Floating Mamasar Culture Bawaihi hopes that the festival's location in the coming years will remain in Lok Baintan so that it is not far from the traders and local community especially a more suitable and permanent dock "Our community also wants to directly experience the euphoria of the floating market festival many outsiders will be interested and willing to come and witness the festival here," he said The floating market traders gathered at the Floating Market Pier in Lok Baintan to participate in the Lok Baintan Floating Market Festival 2023 in the village of Lok Baintan The floating market tradition in Lok Baintan has been going on for hundreds of years This market has survived until now because the local community still relies on the river to transport and sell their agricultural products Mukhlis Maman or also known as Julak Larau stated that the floating market in Lok Baintan is the only natural floating market at present This floating market is not engineered like the floating market in the Banjarmasin city riverbank area "The tradition of the floating market in Lok Baintan has been going on for hundreds of years The market still exists today because the community here still relies on the river to transport and sell their agricultural produce," he said the existence of the floating market in Lok Baintan should be preserved and maintained Holding a festival can be one way to motivate local residents to continue preserving the cultural heritage left by their ancestors so government development through festivals needs to continue We all hope that this floating market will remain sustainable for future generations," he said Cari English Agustinus Heri Sugianto: Preserving the Life Story of Fishermen TEKS English›Agustinus Heri Sugianto: .. Iklan Agustinus Heri Sugianto: Preserving the Life Story of Fishermen Agustinus Heri Sugianto character and traditional values of the fishermen in a dance Audio Berita By RUNIK SRI ASTUTI · 5 minutes read TEKS RUNIK SRI ASTUTIAgustinus Heri Sugianto Sidoarjo maintains local wisdom through the life journey of coastal fishermen the rapid rate of industrial development has eroded their existence Agustinus could not hide his joy after obtaining an intellectual property rights (HAKI) certificate from the Law and Human Rights Ministry at Delta Wibawa Hall Although he had just recovered from a stroke that had afflicted him for four years I feel happy and proud that Tari Banjar Kemuning has been declared a regional dance typical of Sidoarjo The teacher of Pucang State 1 Sidoarjo elementary school said the HAKI certificate was a manifestation of appreciation for his creation it served as a means to protect his intellectual property from piracy as well as other acts that could cause him both material and nonmaterial harm “I feel happy and proud that Tari Banjar Kemuning has been declared a regional dance typical of Sidoarjo This raises my enthusiasm to cultivate the current generation’s interest in becoming more familiar with local culture amid the increasingly intense [influence] of foreign cultures,” said Agustinus It is a dance characteristic of the region that is frequently performed to welcome guests of honor spirit and character of northern coastal fishermen in the “Delta City” is also performed regularly during important events > Verifying Narratives of Local History > Spreading Love for History The owner of Sukti Sekar Taji Dance Studio said Tari Banjar Kemuning was created in 1999 The idea for the dance originated in the community of Banjar Kemuning village where the majority of residents were fishermen The men of the village went fishing every day They strived to conquer the high waves and strong winds to support their families their wives at home were not idle while their spouses were at sea They worked while taking care of their children and maintaining their homes the local community stopped relying on fishing as their main source of livelihood this was due to the increasing frequency of extreme weather and the plummeting prices of fish amid the soaring costs of fishing The uncertain situation often prompted fishermen to turn away from the sea in order to earn a lot more money they took on jobs as construction workers as well as casual jobs Not many of their children became engaged in seafaring activities The continuity of their lives as coastal fishermen of Sidoarjo is now threatened even more with massive land conversion the rows of mangroves flourishing along the coastline are being cleared and replaced with concrete jungles of housing developments the mangrove forests are the habitat of the fish crab and shrimp that are the prized commodities of fishermen claimed he had no major difficulty when choreographing Tari Banjar Kemuning This is because Agustinus is a dancer already immersed in traditional and modern dances the idea for creating the steps of the dance flowed smoothly as he interacted with the village community on a frequent basis > Nyaman: Empowerment by Meatballs > Romanus Meak: Championing Food Independence Tari Banjar Kemuning developed so rapidly that it has assumed various functions in life including a mission to ben an envoy of Indonesian art and culture the dance was performed in several countries such as Malaysia It also became a form of entertainment that could be enjoyed for the beauty of its movements and rhythmic musical accompaniment dance has a social function of gathering together many people of diverse educational and economic backgrounds Tari Banjar Kemuning offers an attraction to local and foreign tourists The alumnus of the dance department of Wilwatikta Art College Surabaya said he found many aspects of the life of the Sidoarjo community were actually interesting meaningful and inspiring for immortalizing in a dance This dance depicts bandeng (milkfish) farming which is a common activity among the people of Sidoarjo the dance became a platform for preserving local wisdoms through the lives of fishermen and milkfish breeders of Sidoarjo It can also be an effective means of communicating with today’s generation This is done by introducing the dance through dance studios in Sidoarjo and its surroundings Another strategy was to include dance as a subject in the local school curriculum Schools in Sidoarjo can introduce dances typical to the region to their students through extracurricular activities The dancer who has created 10 dances said that Tari Banjar Kemuning was easy for students to learn because it used simple movements in this case the lives of the fishermen and their families The final act is a closing sequence that conveys the message that human beings will return to God Education: Wilwatikta Art College Surabaya This article was translated by Aris Prawira Kullu: A devastating fire engulfed Tandi village in the Banjar valley of Kullu district reducing around 20 wooden houses to ashes and leaving approximately 100 residents from 30 families homeless The incident has caused an estimated loss of ₹5 crore including the destruction of a deity’s storehouse spread rapidly as the village’s houses were primarily made of wood Coupled with a cold wave sweeping through the valley leaving residents with little time to salvage their belongings the harrowing sight of homes turning into heaps of ashes left children The chaos began as flames leapt from one house to another in quick succession Villagers tried their best to control the fire managing to save only livestock from the initial blaze the lack of proper water arrangements in the area hampered firefighting efforts The Banjar fire department was alerted at 3:01 PM additional firefighting vehicles were dispatched from Kullu the flames had already consumed most of the village by the time reinforcements arrived The fire has left the affected families grappling with significant losses as many could not save any belongings from their homes are now facing the daunting task of rebuilding their lives amidst the ruins Two young men are feared to have drowned in a rivulet near Sainj in Banjar Valley were students of the Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in Thalout the duo had gone for a bath in the rivulet during the afternoon when they were caught in strong currents and swept away the police immediately launched a search operation “We have deployed local divers and are utilizing all available resources to locate them,” a police official stated no breakthrough had been achieved as of the latest update Eyewitnesses mentioned that recent rainfall had significantly raised the water level they vanished,” recounted a local resident This incident follows another tragedy just a day earlier where two teenagers lost their lives after falling into the Takoli rivulet in Sohari The back-to-back mishaps have heightened concerns about safety near water bodies particularly as the summer season encourages more people to visit such areas Authorities have issued warnings urging residents and tourists to exercise caution near rivers and streams especially in hilly regions where water levels can rise unexpectedly “We appeal to everyone to avoid bathing in such unpredictable water bodies without adequate safety measures,” the official added search operations for the missing youths continue The deteriorating condition of National Highway (NH) 305 in Banjar has sparked public outrage Under the leadership of the Struggle Committee a large number of people organized a protest rally and staged a sit-in demonstration The protesters demanded immediate repairs and widening of this crucial highway from the government and administration The people of Banjar believe that this road is crucial for the region’s development and tourism if timely repairs and widening efforts are not undertaken the highway will continue to be a problem for commuters all eyes are on the government to see how soon it responds to these demands Kullu – A major bridge collapse in Himachal Pradesh’s Kullu district has brought vehicular movement on National Highway 305 to a complete standstill located in the Banjar area and connecting the Kullu-Mandi border collapsed late Friday night around 3:30 AM According to information received from the District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Kullu the bridge gave way just as the heavily loaded truck was crossing it and the driver reportedly sustained minor injuries the Mangalore bridge was the only direct route linking parts of Kullu to Mandi district via NH-305 The collapse has not only disrupted traffic but also raised concerns about the condition of aging infrastructure in the hilly state informed that machines have already been deployed to prepare an alternative route to restore connectivity local officials have indicated that it could take several days to establish even a temporary passage With no alternative routes immediately available the incident has severely affected movement in the region The administration is now exploring options for a temporary structure or a bailey bridge to restore partial traffic the forests of Himachal Pradesh have witnessed a disturbing surge in illegal green felling posing a serious threat to the environment and local communities revered for their spiritual and ecological significance are crucial for the sustenance of local communities and play a vital role in combating climate change The Himalayan forests have long been a sanctuary for sages and spiritual seekers offering a serene environment for contemplation these forests are not just a source of daily sustenance but also hold deep cultural and spiritual significance as the abode of forest deities the forests provide essential ecosystem services to millions living in the North Indian plains acting as a carbon sink and contributing to biodiversity conservation Despite the critical importance of these forests Himachal Pradesh has seen an alarming increase in illegal green felling activities often brought to the attention of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) Notable cases include the illegal felling of over 477 trees in Mauza Jungle Taradevi and the cutting of 895 Deodar trees in Ahlami beat Further incidents occurred in Bhalawag beat where more than 416 trees were illegally felled between 2015-18 the illegal felling of Khair trees in Rail beat often involving corruption among forest department and forest corporation officials The most recent incident involves the illegal felling of approximately 400 green trees in the Seraj forest division, as reported by The Tribune.https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/himachal/mla-alleges-felling-of-400-trees-in-kullu-forest/ This area falls under the Community Forest Rights (CFR) claimed by local communities under the Forest Rights Act (FRA) the community is demanding inclusion in the salvage felling process managed by the Forest Corporation to ensure transparency and protect their forest resources The community proposes the following solutions: The local communities urge the government to take their suggestions seriously and involve them in any activities that disturb their community forests This collaborative approach will help curb the growing trend of illegal green felling in Himachal Pradesh and foster democratic forest governance through local participation Immediate action against the illegal felling in the Seraj Forest division and consideration of the community’s proposal under SDLC Banjar is imperative for long-term forest conservation Tehsil Banjar 175123(Shri Rajender Chauhan 9219611138 Indonesia has high level of precipitation and is prone to flooding during rainy season According to Indonesia’s Disaster Mitigation Agency areas prone to flooding in Indonesia are approximately 39,371,167 hectares These areas are inhabited by approximately 100,814,666 people and Geophysical Agency predicted the peak of La Nina would occur across the months of December 2020 and January 2021 The peak of La Nina is coinciding with the peak of the rainy season which usually occurs between January and February The simultaneous occurrence of these two events caused flooding in many parts of the country The flooding affected 10 out or 13 districts in South Kalimantan This was considered as the worst disaster to affect the province in the last ten years PMI assisted relief efforts in five most affected districts namely Banjar which started in the first week of January caused Martapura and Riam rivers to overflow flooding 19 sub-districts and 207 villages in Banjar with water level ranging from 20 – 100 cm Approximately 60,654 households/275,906 people were affected by the floods Over 32,113 people had been evacuated to several temporary shelters that were using school buildings and 2,720 ton of fisheries that were damaged or destroyed the Regent of Banjar district issued state of Emergency Response to Banjar district from 12 January to 31 January 2021 flood receded in Banjar district and affected communities started to return to their homes flooding was caused by high intensity rain which overflowed the Kemuning River Flooding was observed at around 01:10 local time with a water level of 50 - 90cm Two sub-districts affected are Kemuning Village (Banjarbaru sub-district) and Guntung Payung Village (Landasan Ulin sub-district) 2,116 households and 5,752 people have been affected by the flood Approximately 215 households/1,012 people had been evacuated to temporary shelters that were using government buildings and approximately 29,967 hectare of agricultural land that were damaged or destroyed Following the devastating impact from the floods the Regent of Banjar Baru district issued state of Emergency Response to Banjar district from 11 January to 31 January 2021 Floods started to recede since 17 January 2021 and completely receded by the end of February 2021 29,062 households and 87,506 people have been affected by the floods There have been 10 reported fatalities in the district Approximately 11,200 people had been evacuated to temporary shelters 150 places of worship that were damaged or destroyed Flood level kept on escalating until 16 January 2021 State of Emergency Response issued by the Regent of Hulu Sungai Tengah on 14 January 2021 and lasted for 16 days Flood receded by February 2021 in all of Hulu Sungai Tengah area heavy rainfall which started in the prior week caused severe flooding the ongoing high tide further deteriorated the flooding situation Flooding impacted nine sub-districts: Pelaihari In some areas the water level reached 150 - 200cm The impacts of flooding in Tanah Laut were severe Several roads were also completely submerged in water including the Trans Kalimantan Access Route Approximately 13,476 families and 42,543 people were affected by the floods There had been 10 reported fatalities as a result of being swept away by current and buried by landslide 13,062 people had sought safety in several temporary shelters The displaced persons had taken shelter in school buildings and relatives’ homes 5-unit fluice and various road access were damaged or destroyed Heavy rainfall kept on pouring until 16 January 2021 and flood started to recede on 17 January 2021 The regent of Tanah Laut issued state of Emergency Response for the district on 14 January until 31 January 2021 Despite all the Emergency Response lasted until 31 January 2021 the Governor of South Kalimantan extended the Emergency Response for the province from 28 January until 3 February 2021 Kullu: A devastating fire broke out on Wednesday in Tandi village of Banjar in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh reducing 17 houses and six cowsheds to ashes and leaving over 15 families homeless.Though no casualties were reported the incident caused a massive loss of approximately Rs 10 crore as estimated by Kullu SP Gokulchandra Kartikeyan.The fire which started around 2.45 pm in a cowshed belonging to Dalip Singh leaving residents with little time to salvage their belongings.The blaze also destroyed the sacred storehouse of the village deity adding to the emotional toll on the villagers.The fire brigade arrived on the scene but faced challenges due to the rapid spread of the fire but their efforts could not save their homes The district administration has provided immediate relief of Rs 15,000 per family tarpaulins and utensils.Deputy Commissioner Torul S Ravish assured that the administration is assessing the losses and will extend all possible support to the affected families.Banjar MLA Surender Shourie visited the site and urged the state government to provide comprehensive assistance to the displaced families were seen in tears as they watched their homes burn Winter months in Himachal Pradesh often witness such incidents as residents rely heavily on firewood and electric heaters to combat the sub-zero temperatures.Improper handling of heating appliances or storing flammable materials like hay near heat sources frequently leads to short circuits or accidental fires.With the temperature in Banjar dipping below freezing the fire has compounded the villagers’ hardship by leaving over 100 people without shelter.“Despite the immediate response by authorities the incident underscores the need for improved fire safety awareness and preparedness in the state’s remote and vulnerable regions,” said a few distraught villagers Himachal Pradesh has initiated an innovative solution to tackle the increasing traffic congestion in its… Malana considered to be world’s oldest democracy as all residents participate in its administration MANDI:… A case of sexual harassment involving female students has surfaced at a government school in… Haram manyarah waja sampai kaputing is a traditional phrase in basa Banjar, or Banjarese, the native language of the Banjar people (Urang Banjar)1 who originally hailed from South Kalimantan on the island of Borneo Literally translated as “Let not the steel [of a blade] stop short until its very point”, the imagery of steel and blade recalls the Banjar community’s martial history, beginning with the local sultanate’s skirmishes with Dutch and British traders in the 17th century right up to the Banjarmasin War of 1859.2 In the words of former Malay-language teacher and a Banjar whose uncle Haji Mohamed Sanusi was the first Mufti of Singapore and also a Banjar let us do it well… achieve and complete it well” The phrase continues to be used today by the Banjar communities in cities such as Banjarmasin (now the capital city of South Kalimantan) and Martapura This phrase also greeted visitors to the “Urang Banjar: Heritage and Culture of the Banjar in Singapore” exhibition held at the Malay Heritage Centre from 28 November 2020 to 25 July 2021.3 The exhibition showcased the many ways in which Banjar culture has been localised since the arrival of the first Banjar people to Singapore in the 19th century including the importance of the phrase as a rallying call for the community The Banjar community is one of the smallest sub-ethnic Malay communities in Singapore. In the 1990 Census of Singapore, only 12 people identified themselves as Banjarese.4 (Since then the census has stopped publishing the numbers for sub-ethnic groups so updated figures are not available.) What is believed to be the first documented count of the Banjarese community in Singapore dates to the 1911 Report on the Census of the Colony of the Straits Settlements. The census recorded that there were 377 Banjar individuals here, making up about 0.64 percent of the total population of Malays at the time.5 Members of the Banjar community in Singapore are able to trace their lineage to traders businessmen and travellers who arrived here from South Kalimantan via overland routes in the Malay Peninsula or by sea from as early as the beginning of the 19th century Merantau encapsulates the reasons and motivations behind migration within the Malay world – from the early groups of sojourners during ancient times to present-day travellers The term is traditionally associated with the Minangkabau community of West Sumatra whose matrilineal practices prompted young men to seek subsistence and fortune in other lands merantau has also become a common practice and way of life for other communities and sub-ethnic groups in the Malay world Landak and Pontianak in West Kalimantan; Perak and Batu Pahat in the Malay Peninsula as well as Singapore are just some towns and cities that the Banjar community migrated to The first large-scale wave of migration is thought to have occurred in the 1780s. People moved from Banjarmasin to Sumatra as a result of conflict between the sultan at the time, Sunan Nata Alam, and a prince named Pangeran Amir.6 A little less than a century later the outbreak of the Banjarmasin War prompted a further exodus of the Banjar people to Malaya and Singapore But the story of migration of the Banjar community across the Malay Archipelago is framed not only in terms of conflict; it was also as a quest for new opportunities and life experiences The numerous towns and cities in the Malay world afforded these migratory Banjar many options and it was just a matter of deciding which locale would best suit their needs conflict and crisis failed to dampen the Banjar community’s spirit and resilience in persevering till the end (waja sampai kaputing) The Banjar with ties to royalty and the nobility as well as those with links to the diamond industry flocked to Landak in West Kalimantan which had built up a reputation as a diamond mining district from the 18th century the diamond trade in Landak was predominantly in the hands of the Banjar community The Banjar people also regarded Landak as a safe haven since the Sultanate of Landak was allied with the Sultanate of Banjar The increasing Dutch presence in South Kalimantan coupled with the Banjarmasin War and the subsequent abolition of the Sultanate of Banjar in 1860 Perak, on the western coast of the Malay Peninsula, was another destination for the Banjar people.7 The state had fertile land similar to the area surrounding the Barito River in South Kalimantan The flooding that occurred around this river in the late 1880s prompted a mass movement of the Banjar people to Krian (Kerian) in the northwestern corner of Perak Some of the earliest documented Banjar merchants emigrated to Singapore from the mid-19th century onwards, including Haji Mahmood bin Abdul Rahim and Haji Osman bin Haji Abu Naim, who became successful diamond traders and prominent members of the local Banjar community. Haji Mahmood owned a large house spanning Lorongs 18 and 20 Geylang, one of several abodes reserved for his extended family of three wives and 18 children.10 By the turn of the 20th century, passenger ships began to ply regularly between Singapore and Banjarmasin, indicating a high demand for travel to these two destinations. In 1907, shipping companies were advertising first-class passenger routes from Singapore to Banjarmasin.11 Due to the ease of travelling between the two cities more Banjar people began arriving in Singapore and they soon established a small but significant presence in the local landscape Banjar families and businesses established themselves in places like Kampong Gelam (Glam) and various locations in the eastern part of the island Within Kampong Gelam there was a “Kampong Intan” (Diamond Kampong), said to be named after the Banjarese gemstone merchants and jewellery shops operating there in the late 19th century. According to oral histories and anecdotes, this kampong was located along present-day Baghdad Street.12 It is believed that there was another area in Kampong Gelam known as “Kampong Selong” (Ceylon Kampong) where Ceylonese gemstone traders plied their trade formed a thriving ecosystem where customers could purchase ready-made jewellery or even procure raw diamonds to be set into customised one-of-a-kind pieces this diamond trade by the Banjar and Ceylonese likely declined after the Japanese Occupation (1942–45) most probably due to the increasing demand for African diamonds whose trade was controlled by the Europeans Sisters Fauziah and Faridah Jamal recalled that their family’s diamond trading business and polishing workshop were located on Jalan Pisang (as was their home) Banjar diamond cutters and artisans living and working in the area in the early 20th century Said Fauziah Jamal: “We had our neighbours – a goldsmithing workshop, an old Chinese man who would be working on these pieces of jewellery, mostly gold pieces, and then we had my uncle who’s working across the road… we had also another granduncle who had an office further down this road. Basically [Jalan Pisang] is where the activity of the diamond trade used to be.”13 near the intersection of today’s Jalan Sultan and Victoria Street or North Bridge Road is said to be the site of a former club called the Darul Ta’alam Club located along the now expunged Sumbawa Road some of whom are presumably Banjar businessmen and merchants gathered in front of a building with “Darul Ta’alam 20th Anniversary 15th Nov 1913” inscribed on its facade The origins of the club and the identity of its founders are unclear But by the time the photo was taken in 1913 the club was well patronised by merchants and individuals from other sub-ethnic Malay groups Besides serving as the headquarters for a football club of the same name the Darul Ta’alam Club was also the venue for other social and communal gatherings including serving as the main meeting place for organisations such as the Kesatuan Melayu (Malay Union) As Geylang became a thriving residential and commercial centre in the 19th century several Banjar merchants acquired property in the area including the diamond trader Haji Mahmood bin Abdul Rahim Many newly arrived Banjar also made Geylang their home such as the father of Haji Ahmad Jamal bin Haji Mohd Hassan (the grandfather of sisters Fauziah and Faridah Jamal) who lived at 681 Geylang Road There were also other Banjar families residing at Lorongs 26 and 35 Geylang Geylang may have been more than just a centre for the Banjar community to live though The evidence comes from a 1937 lithographed manuscript titled Kitab Perukunan Sembahyang Sheikh Arsyad (Sheikh Arsyad’s Book of Commandments Pertaining to Prayer) which consolidates the writings of a famous Banjar religious scholar the publisher indicates that the book was printed at 242 Lorong Engku Aman in Geylang although the name of the publishing company is not mentioned The house was designed as a rumah panggung a traditional house form built on stilts found in South Kalimantan and similar housing were also once commonly seen on adjacent roads like Lorong Marzuki Hanging in Haji Arshad’s home was a mandala-shaped diagram called the ayat pendinding composed specifically to protect a house and its occupants The ayat pendinding was designed and made by Haji Arshad and members of the Banjar community who visited Haji Arshad’s home for religious classes would request copies of these ayat pendinding from him to be displayed in their own homes In addition to the communities living in traditional Malay settlements like Geylang and Kembangan, there is also evidence of Banjar settlements by the coast. A 1924 map lists a “Kampong Banjar” along Changi Road.15 These gatherings parallel an activity that the Banjar community today refers to as arul ganal a cultural event that is commonly held in South Kalimantan this kampong was expunged prior to World War II this site appears to have made way for Changi airfield The displaced inhabitants of Kampong Banjar moved south to nearby villages, notably Kampong Beting Kusah, Kampong Telok Paku and even to Kampong Ayer Gemuroh, at what is today’s East Coast Park.17 In the 1970s, Kampong Ayer Gemuroh suffered a similar fate as Kampong Banjar and also had to make way for the expansion of Changi airfield.18 The Banjar people were resettled into high-rise flats and the kampong was expunged the number of people who identify as being Urang Banjar in Singapore today is likely to be very small no one should underestimate what the Urang Banjar Haram manyarah waja sampai kaputing is still very much a part of what being a Banjar means today and speaks to the determination of the Banjar people to face every challenge and to never give up Back to Issue In the Banjarese language, the Indonesian word “orang” for “person” is pronounced as “urang”.  The Banjarmasin War (1859–63) was a succession war in the Sultanate of Banjarmasin as well as a colonial war fought for the restoration of Dutch authority in the eastern and southern parts of Borneo.  The digital companion to the exhibition can be accessed from the National Heritage Board’s Roots website: https://www.roots.gov.sg/stories-landing/stories/Urang-Banjar  Tham, S.C. (1993). Defining “Malay”. Singapore: Department of Malay Studies, National University of Singapore. (Call no.: RSING 305.899205957 THA). [Note: This number is only representative of people who indicated themselves as “Banjarese” on their own accord. The actual number of people with Banjarese ancestry might be far higher.]  Marriott, H. (1911). Report on the census of the Colony of the Straits Settlements, taken on the 10th March, 1911. Singapore: Printed at the Government Printing Office. (Call no.: RRARE 312.095957 STR; Microfilm no.: NL5646)  For more information, see Ahmad Fakhri Hutauruk. (2020). Sejarah Indonesia: Masuknya Islam hingga kolonialisme (pp. 77–78). Indonesia: Yayasan Kita Menulis. (Not available in NLB holdings); Haiqal Halim. (2019, May 14). Penghijrahan orang Banjar ke Malaysia. M-Update. Retrieved from M-Update website.  Rochwulaningsih, Y., Noor Naelil Masruroh & Fanada Sholihah. (2019, December). Tracing the maritime greatness and the formation of cosmopolitan society in South Borneo. Journal of Maritime Studies and National Integration, 3 (2), pp. 71–79. Retrieved from ResearchGate website.  Exports. (1833, March 7). Singapore Chronicle and Commercial Register, p. 4. Retrieved from NewspaperSG.  Saudagar kaya dengan niaga intan berlian. (1981, December 8). Berita Harian, p. 5. Retrieved from NewspaperSG.  Steamer sailings. (1907, October 2). The Straits Times, p. 4. Retrieved from NewspaperSG.  National Heritage Board. (2021, March 16). Urang Banjar: Heritage and culture of the Banjar in Singapore. Retrieved from Roots website.  National Heritage Board, 16 Mar 2021.  Survey Department, Singapore. (1924). Singapore Sheet No. 8: Mukim Number: XXVII Bedok, XXVIII Ulu Bedok, XXIII Paya Lebar, XXII Saranggong, XXX Teban, XXIX Tampines, XXXI Changi, XXI Punggol [Map]. Retrieved from National Archives of Singapore website.  Hanim Mohd Salleh. (1987, September 10). Zaman ke laut dengan lampu colok. Berita Harian, p. 3. Retrieved from NewspaperSG.  Housing problems in Singapore kampongs. (1948, July 3). The Malaya Tribune, p. 1; Rural Malays’ grievances. (1948, June 16), The Malaya Tribune, p. 2. Retrieved from NewspaperSG.  Kampong Ayer Gemuroh turut beri jalan kpd projek pembangunan. (1974, November 21). Berita Harian, p. 5. Retrieved from NewspaperSG.  Report Vulnerability A critical meeting of the National Highway 305 Joint Struggle Front Saraj was held at the Panchayat Committee Conference Hall in Banjar Retired Dean of Jawaharlal Nehru University Representatives from 25 different social organizations gathered to voice their concerns over the dire state of National Highway 305 (NH 305) which has been severely neglected for the past 12 years has been in a state of disrepair since 2012 the most concerning section is the 41-kilometer stretch between Aut and Jalori Pass where the road condition has deteriorated to such an extent that traffic disruptions lasting 2 to 4 hours have become a common occurrence These disruptions are not only a significant inconvenience to local residents but also pose challenges for tourists it was revealed that the poor state of NH 305 has caused numerous accidents over the years resulting in the tragic deaths of 130 people while more than 250 others have been injured The poor condition of NH 305 is not only a safety concern but has also had a severe economic impact on the Banjar and Walichowki regions has seen a significant decline in business with local entrepreneurs and farmers suffering heavy losses each year Faced with continued inaction from the government the National Highway 305 Joint Struggle Front The organization is pressing for the immediate double-laning of NH 305 and the construction of the much-delayed Jalori Pass Tunnel Despite multiple surveys and hefty budget allocations no real progress has been made on the ground The committee members also pointed out that while the BJP-led central government has been in power for over 10 years no substantial work has been done to improve NH 305 since its inception The group expressed frustration that the Jalori Pass Tunnel remains a paper project despite numerous assurances and budget allocations Several important resolutions were passed during the meeting ₹6.41 crores for the stretch from Ghiyagi to Banjar The National Highway 305 Joint Struggle Front Saraj has resolved to send these demands to key officials including Himachal Pradesh’s Chief Minister The organization also plans to forward these demands to Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari the group has issued a stern warning: if no tangible action is taken on these demands within three months they will be forced to take more drastic measures This includes organizing a blockade along the Aut to Jalori Pass stretch of NH 305 and members of the affected 25 social organizations The long-standing neglect of NH 305 has pushed the people of Banjar and Walichowki to the edge The Joint Struggle Front has made it clear that the time for promises is over all eyes are now on the government to see if it will act in time to prevent further hardship for the region’s residents and travelers alike