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Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:30 WIB
Metro Police Deploy 6,800 Personnel to Secure Eid Homecoming 2026
The Jakarta Metro Police (Polda Metro Jaya) has deployed 6,800 personnel, including police, military, and related agencies, for Operation Ketupat Jaya 2026 (13–25 March) to ensure security during the Eid homecoming mass migration. The operation includes 110 service posts and anticipates peak traffic flow on 16–18 March, with Jakarta residents comprising the second-largest group of homebound travellers heading to Sumatra, Bogor, Central Java, West Java, and East Java.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:30 WIB
Police Uncover Illegal Imported Onion Distribution in Malang, Brebes Man Becomes Suspect
Police in Malang have launched an investigation into the illegal distribution of imported red onions that failed to meet import standards, with a 46-year-old man from Brebes, Central Java, named Benny Sanjir designated as the primary suspect. The suspect allegedly operated as an importer and distributor of substandard onions with diameters below the mandated 5-centimetre minimum, marketing them at approximately 8,000 Indonesian rupiah per kilogram with substantial market demand reaching around 1,500 sacks weighing 9 kilograms each. Police seized the goods and documentation from a warehouse in Malang's Kedungkandang district and traced the shipment origin to India, with the case initiated following a formal police report in November 2025.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:28 WIB
Djami' Pekojan Mosque in Semarang: A Cultural Heritage with Koja Gujarati Community Roots
Djami' Pekojan Mosque (MDP) in Semarang, estimated to be around two centuries old, has been designated as a cultural heritage site by the Semarang City Government through Mayoral Decree No. 600.3/158 of 2025. Originally established as a prayer hall in 1892 by five Haji leaders including Muhammad Ibrahim Akwan—a merchant of Koja ethnicity from Gujarat, India—the mosque reflects the historical presence of the Gujarati Indian community in Semarang, who were prominent landholders and traders in the area.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:25 WIB
No Need to Worry! Previously Inactive PBI JKN Participants Will Continue to Be Served During Eid Exodus 2026
BPJS Kesehatan has assured that previously inactive PBI JKN (Subsidised Health Insurance) participants will continue to receive healthcare services during the 2026 Eid exodus period, particularly for catastrophic services such as dialysis. The organisation is establishing temporary service posts at strategic locations nationwide from 13-26 March 2026 and extending office hours on select dates to ensure uninterrupted access to administrative and health services for travellers.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:23 WIB
BNPB: 2,418 temporary housing units remaining for disaster survivors in Aceh Tamiang
Indonesia's disaster management agency BNPB is accelerating completion of 2,418 temporary housing units (huntara) out of 4,189 needed for flood and landslide survivors in Aceh Tamiang district, with construction expected to finish in the second week of March 2026. The agency is collaborating with the Public Works Ministry, humanitarian organisations, and the military to ensure all survivors are housed before Eid celebrations, with each unit equipped with basic necessities and food assistance.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:21 WIB
Woman in West Jakarta Arrested for Stealing Friend's Property Worth Rp300 Million to Pay Online Loan Debts
A 42-year-old woman identified as DS was arrested by police in West Jakarta's Grogol Petamburan district after stealing jewellery and luxury goods worth approximately Rp300 million from her long-time friend's home between September and December 2025. The suspect, trapped by mounting online lending debts, duplicated her friend's house keys to gain access and conducted the thefts methodically until the victim installed hidden CCTV cameras and discovered the perpetrator. DS now faces charges under Article 477 of the Indonesian Criminal Code carrying a maximum sentence of seven years imprisonment.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:19 WIB
AHY Distributes Social Assistance from Auction of Fire Horse Painting
Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY), Chairman of the Democratic Party, distributed social assistance to the Chinese community in Singkawang, West Kalimantan, sourced from the auction proceeds of a "Fire Horse" painting by former President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. The artwork, which sold for Rp 6.5 billion, was inspired by the 2026 zodiac year and symbolises energy, courage, and perseverance in Chinese philosophy, with all proceeds dedicated to humanitarian assistance regardless of recipients' ethnic, religious, or social background.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:13 WIB
Woman in Online Loan Debt Steals 300 Million Rupiah from Close Friend
Police arrested a 42-year-old woman (DS) for stealing approximately 300 million rupiah worth of valuables, including jewellery and luxury goods, from her close friend between September and December 2025. The suspect, who was deeply in debt from online loans, duplicated house keys and entered the victim's home in West Jakarta while she was away. The theft was discovered after the victim installed CCTV cameras, having initially suspected supernatural causes for the missing items.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:11 WIB
Baznas Clarifies Position on Paying Zakat Fitrah with Borrowed Funds
The National Zakat Management Body (Baznas) clarified that using borrowed funds to pay zakat fitrah is permissible provided the debt was not incurred for basic necessities. Those unable to pay zakat fitrah are exempted from the obligation and become eligible to receive it instead. The body reaffirmed that zakat fitrah, valued at 50,000 rupiah per person, must be paid by Eid al-Fitr and serves both spiritual purification and social welfare purposes.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:10 WIB
Two Arrested After Police Chief Attacked While Breaking Up Street Brawl in Kendal
Two individuals have been arrested following an assault on the Kaliwungu police chief, Deputy Police Commissioner Nindya Putra Wahyu Nugroho, whilst he was attempting to disperse a street brawl in Kendal, Central Java. The incident occurred on 8 March 2026, when police personnel responding to reports of the altercation were themselves attacked, leaving the chief and a colleague injured but receiving medical treatment and in stable condition. The Kendal police chief has urged the public to maintain peace during Ramadhan and appealed to parents to monitor their children more closely to prevent involvement in street fights.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:07 WIB
BYD Indonesia Unveils Second-Generation Blade Battery Technology, Achieving Over One Thousand Kilometres Per Charge
BYD Motor Indonesia's President Director Eagle Zhao has presented the company's latest second-generation Blade battery technology, launched in China on 5 March, which enables electric vehicles to travel over 1,036 kilometres on a single full charge. The technology features advanced fast-charging capabilities supporting up to 1,500 kW power through a single connector, with the ability to charge from 10% to 70% state of charge in approximately five minutes under certain conditions, matching conventional fuel vehicle refuelling times. BYD plans to expand fast-charging infrastructure initially across China with 20,000 stations before global deployment beginning late 2026.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:06 WIB
Prabowo warns of global turmoil, urges Indonesia's readiness
President Prabowo has cautioned that shifting geopolitical dynamics, particularly conflicts in the Middle East, pose risks to Indonesia's economy through disrupted trade flows, investment sentiment, and energy market pressures. He has emphasised the need for proactive government policies, national unity, and inter-sectoral cooperation to build economic resilience and navigate global uncertainty, whilst Foreign Affairs Minister Sugiono signalled Indonesia's potential role as mediator between Iran and the United States if both parties consent.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:05 WIB
Aceh aims for all disaster evacuees to occupy temporary shelters before Eid al-Fitr
The Aceh provincial government has set a target to relocate thousands of flood and landslide disaster victims from emergency tents into temporary shelters (huntara) before Eid al-Fitr, with construction currently at 60 per cent completion. Approximately 91,962 people from 24,426 households remain in evacuation locations, with the largest concentrations in North Aceh and Gayo Lues districts, whilst the government coordinates with the Interior Ministry to accelerate the transition process before the emergency phase ends on 29 April 2026.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:05 WIB
The History of THR in Indonesia: From 'Eid Bonus' to Mandatory Allowance for Workers
This article traces the history of Tunjangan Hari Raya (THR), the mandatory holiday allowance in Indonesia, from its origins as a civil service benefit introduced by Prime Minister Soekiman Wirjosandjojo in 1951. The policy evolved through pressure from private sector workers in 1952 and was formalised as the "Eid Bonus" (Hadiah Lebaran) in 1954, establishing it as a government-endorsed practice that eventually became a mandatory entitlement for all workers.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:04 WIB
Erlazet Ramadan Festival Serves as Skills Development Forum for Orphans
Erlazet Charity organised the ER Fest (Erlazet Ramadan Festival) to provide orphans under its care with opportunities to develop practical skills whilst deepening Islamic values during Ramadan. The festival featured three main programmes: presentation design, creative arts workshops, and GAMELAN (a spiritual commemoration of Nuzulul Qur'an), culminating in a shared meal and financial assistance for participating orphans.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:03 WIB
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Oversees Return of Stranded Umrah Pilgrims from Saudi Arabia
Indonesia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah is actively monitoring the return of Indonesian umrah pilgrims experiencing flight rescheduling difficulties in Saudi Arabia, with 17 pilgrims from PT BMA scheduled to return in two waves on 10 and 14 March 2026, whilst 67 pilgrims from PT RLW face similar challenges. The ministry, through its Jeddah office, is facilitating communication between pilgrims, airlines, and travel operators to ensure smooth repatriation, with a total of 19,509 pilgrims having returned since 28 February.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:03 WIB
KPK Confident Judge Will Reject Former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut's Pre-trial Bid
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has expressed confidence that the South Jakarta District Court will reject former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas's pre-trial motion challenging his suspect status in a hajj quota corruption case. The KPK maintains that all procedural aspects of the investigation comply with legal requirements and that evidence is sufficient, with a court decision expected on 11 March 2026. The case involves alleged corruption in determining hajj quotas during 2023-2024, with initial state losses calculated at over Rp622 billion.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:02 WIB
Bank Indonesia announces adjustments to operational activities during Eid al-Fitr 2026 holiday
Bank Indonesia has announced operational adjustments for the Eid al-Fitr 2026 holiday period (18-24 March 2026), including suspension of major settlement and clearing systems such as BI-RTGS, BI-SSSS, SKNBI, and monetary operations. However, the BI-FAST instant payment system will remain fully operational throughout the national holiday to ensure continued access to banking services for the public.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:02 WIB
Yaqut's Legal Team Claims Regulatory Inconsistency in Suspect Designation Process
The legal team of former Minister of Religious Affairs Yaqut Cholil Qoumas has argued that the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) violated procedural requirements in designating him as a suspect in the hajj quota case, citing inconsistencies in applying the new Criminal Procedure Code and failure to conduct proper interrogation. The defence contends that the suspect designation lacks the required two pieces of evidence and that the KPK improperly mixed old and new legal regimes in a single action.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 00:01 WIB
As Eid Approaches, Jakarta Pavements Become Survival Spaces for Seasonal Beggars
With Eid al-Fitr approaching, pavements across Jakarta's streets have once again become makeshift homes for economically marginalised residents, including seasonal migrants and scavengers seeking survival through informal work and charitable donations. Individuals like Idah, a 52-year-old widow living on the streets for four years, rely on irregular income from waste collection, seasonal alms during Ramadan and Eid, and public facilities, whilst facing daily risks of street life. The phenomenon highlights the cyclical nature of urban poverty in Jakarta, particularly during religious holidays when both permanent and temporary homeless populations converge in the capital.
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