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Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:30 WIB
Attorney General's Office Establishes Adhyaksa Chambers as Non-Litigation Dispute Mediation Hub
The Indonesian Attorney General's Office has launched the Adhyaksa Chambers, a dedicated facility designed to serve as a mediation, arbitration, and conciliation centre for public sector disputes. The initiative aims to prevent strategic project conflicts from hindering national development by providing a credible, structured forum for resolving disagreements between government entities and business partners. The chambers will offer technical support and facilities for dispute resolution without acting as a decision-making body.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:30 WIB
Islamic Investment Ethics: Seeking Profit Without Losing Blessings
As Indonesia's investor base surpasses 20 million, dominated by young people, the ethical alignment of investment practices with Islamic principles is often overlooked. Islam provides clear guidance on wealth management, prohibiting riba (usury), gharar (uncertainty), and maysir (gambling), while promoting profit-and-loss sharing. Sharia-compliant banking offers practical alternatives through schemes like mudharabah and musyarakah, emphasising that the right to profit must be balanced with the willingness to bear risk.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:27 WIB
DPR Urges Use of Ministry Data as Basis for Free Nutritious Meals for Mothers and Toddlers
The Indonesian House of Representatives (DPR) has requested that family data from the Ministry of Population and Family Development be used as the primary basis for distributing the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme to pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and toddlers. The move aims to ensure the programme accurately targets beneficiaries and accelerates coordination with the National Nutrition Agency. The ministry outlined plans to train family support teams and strengthen community kitchens to support distribution, particularly in underdeveloped regions.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:26 WIB
President Prabowo Allocates Rp 5.41 Trillion for Regional Roads, Here's Kuningan's Share
President Prabowo Subianto has launched a Rp 5.41 trillion regional road programme for 2025, covering 1,151 kilometres across 37 provinces. Kuningan Regency in West Java received Rp 10.8 billion to upgrade a 2.8-kilometre road segment. The initiative aims to accelerate equitable development, improve accessibility, and reduce logistics costs nationwide.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:26 WIB
KPK Imprisons Former Deputy Minister Immanuel Ebenezer and 10 Others in Sukamiskin for K3 Certificate Extortion
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has executed the imprisonment of former Deputy Minister of Manpower Immanuel Ebenezer Gerungan and ten other convicts at Sukamiskin Prison in Bandung. The group was found guilty of extortion related to the processing of occupational safety and health (K3) certificates at the Ministry of Manpower. The execution follows a final and binding court verdict, with Ebenezer receiving a 4.5-year prison sentence.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:25 WIB
West Jakarta Government Holds Job Interview Sessions with 19 Companies
The West Jakarta Manpower, Transmigration and Energy Sub-department is conducting walk-in interview sessions across four sub-districts, involving 19 companies. The initiative aims to demonstrate that the job fair is a genuine recruitment process, not merely a formality, following a hybrid event that offered over 4,200 vacancies. Organisers expect to receive selection results from participating companies within one month.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:25 WIB
Prabowo sees Indonesia emerging as global food power
President Prabowo Subianto expressed confidence that Indonesia will soon become a global food supplier, citing the adoption of advanced farming technologies and innovations. He stressed the need for sustained momentum through long-term policies, improved farmer welfare, and expansion of production beyond rice and corn to crops like cassava and sorghum. The government aims to scale these agricultural technologies nationwide to achieve self-sufficiency and bolster resilience against global uncertainties.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:24 WIB
Greater Jakarta Housing Market Yet to See Even Recovery
The Greater Jakarta housing market shows a two-speed recovery in 2026, with strong demand for landed houses in suburbs like Tangerang, while condominium sales in Jakarta remain sluggish. Developers are keeping prices stable to match limited purchasing power, and government VAT incentives are still seen as crucial to sustaining sales momentum.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:21 WIB
The 14th Padjadjaran Public Relations Fair Voices Child Development Without Violence
The 14th Padjadjaran Public Relations Fair (PPRF) convened students from across Indonesia to devise communication strategies addressing domestic violence against children. The event featured talks by child protection officials and competitions challenging participants to create public relations campaigns and podcasts aimed at breaking cycles of harmful parenting. The initiative underscores a national urgency to eliminate emotional and physical violence within Indonesian families through strategic communication.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:21 WIB
Bogor Regent Promotes Development of Southern and Western Railway Networks
Bogor Regent Rudy Susmanto is advancing plans for new railway lines in the southern and western parts of the regency to improve connectivity and ease chronic traffic congestion. The proposals include a line from Gadog to the Puncak tourist area and corridors linking Jasinga, Tenjo, and Parung Panjang. The initiative aims to stimulate economic growth, attract investment, and enhance commuter mobility through an integrated and sustainable rail system.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:21 WIB
Government Opens Polling for 81st Indonesian Independence Day Logo, Here's the Official Link
The Indonesian government has launched a public poll to select the official logo for the 81st Independence Day celebrations in 2026. Voting is open from 24 to 28 June 2026 via a dedicated website, with participants eligible for prizes including event tickets, souvenirs, and education funds. The five shortlisted designs were curated from an open call managed by the Indonesian Graphic Design Association (ADGI).
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:21 WIB
KPK to Auction Noel's Ducati Scrambler and Other Luxury Assets from Manpower Ministry Case
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is preparing to auction seized assets, including a Ducati Scrambler motorcycle and a Baic car belonging to former deputy manpower minister Immanuel Ebenezer. The auction, scheduled for 9 December 2026 to coincide with World Anti-Corruption Day, will also include luxury goods from ten other convicts in the K3 certification bribery case. The convicts, including Noel who received a 4.5-year sentence, have been transferred to Sukamiskin Prison in Bandung.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:21 WIB
Airlangga: Data centres key to unlocking 8 percent economic growth
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto has identified data centre development as a critical driver for achieving Indonesia's target of over 8 percent economic growth. He emphasised that robust data centre infrastructure is essential for advancing the digital economy and artificial intelligence, which are projected to be future growth engines.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:20 WIB
Deputy Home Affairs Minister Bima Tells Papua IPDN Cadets Leaders Must Have Ideology, Strategy and Tactics
Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Bima Arya Sugiarto stressed that future regional leaders and bureaucrats require a strong foundation of ideology, strategy, and tactics. He warned against transactional politics and urged leaders to base decisions on public interest rather than popularity. Bima also shared his experience of boosting Bogor's local revenue by 167.9 per cent through consistent, community-focused programmes.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:20 WIB
DPR Commission II to Gather Aspirations from Non-Parliamentary Parties for Election Bill
Indonesia's House of Representatives (DPR) Commission II plans to consult non-parliamentary political parties next week regarding the revision of the Election Law. Key issues to be discussed include the parliamentary threshold, presidential threshold, and electoral district seat allocations.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:20 WIB
Attorney General's Office to Continue Pursuing Eddy Tansil's Assets Until Obligations Are Settled
The Indonesian Attorney General's Office has pledged to continue hunting the assets of fugitive Eddy Tansil to recover state losses. Only Rp 50 billion of the Rp 500 billion replacement obligation has been secured so far. The office is currently investigating additional assets linked to the convicted Bank Bapindo fraudster.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:19 WIB
Cyberbullying of Oma Grace on TikTok Live Highlights Lack of Digital Empathy
An elderly Indonesian woman, Oma Grace, faced vicious cyberbullying while selling handicrafts on TikTok Live, prompting social media observers to highlight a critical deficit in digital empathy. Despite receiving hateful comments, she responded with patience and prayers for her abusers. Experts argue the incident reflects a broader societal failure to respect elderly individuals bravely adapting to new technology.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:18 WIB
BSKDN Chief Says Innovation is the Answer to Regional Fiscal Challenges
The head of the Ministry of Home Affairs' domestic strategy agency has stated that innovation is the primary solution to the fiscal pressures facing regional governments. He emphasised that heavy reliance on central transfers and limited local revenue capacity make innovation a survival strategy rather than a mere creative option. The government is using the Regional Innovation Index to measure performance and encourage the replication of successful practices across Indonesia.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:17 WIB
Ambassador: Russia ready for peace deal with Ukraine
Russia's ambassador to Indonesia, Sergey Tolchenov, stated that Moscow has been prepared for a peace agreement with Ukraine since 2022 and remains open to dialogue. He claimed a previous deal was derailed by former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who persuaded Kyiv to continue fighting. Russia insists any comprehensive and lasting settlement must address its core security demands, including Ukraine's non-aligned status and recognition of territorial changes.
Wed, 24 Jun 2026, 17:17 WIB
Surakarta Police Handle Case of Alleged Sexual Harassment of SPG by Primary School Teacher
Surakarta Police are investigating a primary school teacher accused of sexually harassing a sales promotion girl (SPG) at a supermarket in Solo. The suspect, identified by the initials BSN, reportedly admitted to frequently watching adult films and imitating content from social media platform X. Authorities have ensured psychological and legal support for the victim, who suffered shock and subsequently lost her job.
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