While Valentine's was off the cards for some, many Indonesians practise a moderate form of Islam and celebrate the day with chocolates and flowers for their loved ones. Some held placards with phrases like "Sorry Valentine's Day, I am Muslim". Authorities conducted raids in Surabaya, and Makassar city on Sulawesi island to snuff out any celebrations. While Valentine's was off the cards for some, many Indonesians practise a moderate form of Islam and celebrate the day with chocolates and flowers for their loved ones. INDIAMeanwhile in India, more than 10,000 schoolchildren, some as young as six, made a Valentine's Day pledge not to marry without their parents' consent.

Source: Daily Nation February 14, 2019 11:37 UTC