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Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:30 WIB
Stock Market Volatility: Five Tips to Keep Your Investment Stable
Stock market fluctuations are a normal occurrence in investment, driven by global economic conditions, monetary policy changes, and investor sentiment. The article provides five practical strategies for maintaining portfolio stability amid market volatility, including setting long-term investment goals and implementing disciplined investment management strategies such as fundamental analysis and risk management.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:21 WIB
Former North Toraja Narcotics Chief Received Weekly Payments of 10 Million Rupiah from Drug Dealers
An ethics hearing by the South Sulawesi Regional Police revealed that a former narcotics chief (AKP Arifan Efendi) and a junior officer received a combined 110 million rupiah in bribes from drug dealers over 11 weeks between October and December 2025. Both officers have been dismissed without honour, though authorities continue investigating whether other officers or rival drug dealers were involved in the scheme.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:19 WIB
Police Investigate Firecrackers Thrown at Drug Store in East Jakarta
Police in East Jakarta conducted raids on three kiosks suspected of illegally selling tramadol and other controlled pharmaceuticals following a viral video showing unknown individuals hurling firecrackers at the establishments. Officers recovered approximately 150 tablets of Trihexyphenidyl and 250 tablets of suspected tramadol from one location; the shops had closed two days before the police operation after the video circulated on social media.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:12 WIB
Government Recommends Deferral of Umrah Pilgrimages Due to Middle East Situation
The Indonesian government has advised citizens to temporarily postpone umrah (Islamic pilgrimage) departures due to escalating conflict in the Middle East, citing the volatile and unpredictable nature of the security situation. Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak stated the advisory is a precautionary measure coordinated with the Foreign Ministry to ensure the safety of Indonesian pilgrims, whilst approximately 43,000 Indonesian pilgrims currently in Saudi Arabia remain under government supervision for safe return.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:12 WIB
Mount Tambora's status upgraded to alert level
Indonesia's Geology Agency has upgraded Mount Tambora on Sumbawa Island from Normal (Level I) to Alert (Level II) status on Tuesday following a significant increase in volcanic earthquake activity. Seismic monitoring data shows a surge in volcanic earthquakes from 267 events in January 2026 to 453 in February, indicating increased magmatic fluid pressure and magma supply from depth, with authorities implementing restrictions on access to the caldera and warning of potential rockslides.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:12 WIB
Government Prepares Contingency Scenarios for Hajj Including Delayed Departures and Route Changes
The Indonesian government is preparing multiple contingency scenarios to address potential security threats to the 2024 hajj pilgrimage due to escalating Middle Eastern conflicts, with passenger safety as the paramount concern. These scenarios include adjusting flight routes through safer corridors or southern/African routes, and potentially postponing pilgrim departures if security threats become untenable. Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak stated that President Prabowo Subianto has directed preparations for various contingencies, with the first cohort of Indonesian pilgrims scheduled to depart on 22 April, subject to security conditions permitting.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:10 WIB
Quraish Shihab Prays for Prabowo to be Aided by God in Upholding Justice and Peace
Muslim scholar and former Minister of Religious Affairs Quraish Shihab delivered a special prayer for President Prabowo Subianto at the Nuzul Quran commemoration at Merdeka Palace, invoking divine assistance for Prabowo's leadership mandate, particularly in establishing justice and peace. Drawing inspiration from his mentor, Egyptian scholar Sheikh Mutawalli Sha'rawi, Quraish emphasised that all authority derives from God and called upon the gathered participants to pray collectively for peace following the Prophet Muhammad's teachings.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:10 WIB
After Dismissal for Receiving Monthly Payments from Drug Dealer, Former Toraja Narcotics Chief Appeals
Two police officers previously stationed at North Toraja Police Narcotics Unit have been officially dismissed without honour after being found to have accepted money from a methamphetamine dealer. The ethics tribunal uncovered that former unit head Ajun Komisaris Polisi Arifandi Efendi and ex-Unit II chief Aiptu Nasrul received Rp10 million weekly from dealer Evanolya Tandipali between October and December 2025, totalling Rp110 million. The disciplinary decision handed down on 10 March 2026 represents the harshest penalty available within police regulations.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:05 WIB
Astronomers Predict Eid al-Fitr on 20 March 2026 Due to Invisible Shawwal Crescent
The International Astronomy Centre in the United Arab Emirates has predicted that the Shawwal crescent moon will not be visible on 18 March 2026, meaning Eid al-Fitr will fall on Friday, 20 March 2026 instead. Countries that began Ramadan on 18 February or 19 February will complete 30 days of fasting, as the astronomical conjunction will occur after sunset, making the crescent impossible to observe on the anticipated dates.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:03 WIB
Researchers in Australia develop light-speed AI chip
Australian researchers at Sydney Nano Hub have developed an ultra-compact AI chip that performs computations using light instead of electricity, potentially dramatically reducing the energy footprint of AI computing. The nanophotonic chip prototype operates at picosecond speeds and uses artificial neural networks to mimic the human brain for recognition and computation tasks. This breakthrough, published in Nature Communications, could facilitate more energy-efficient AI hardware development as global demand for artificial intelligence continues to surge.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:03 WIB
Changan holds exhibitions across seven cities, including Jakarta and Yogyakarta
Chinese automotive brand Changan is launching simultaneous exhibitions across seven Indonesian cities through early April to strengthen its domestic market penetration. Since its official launch in November, Changan has introduced two electric vehicle models that have received positive consumer reception, with the exhibitions featuring the Lumin mini urban electric vehicle and Deepal S07 electric SUV alongside exclusive sales programmes.
Wed, 11 Mar 2026, 00:02 WIB
Prabowo: My Duty is to Protect All Indonesian People
President Prabowo Subianto has pledged to protect all Indonesian people without distinction of ethnicity, religion or race, reaffirming his commitment during a Nuzulul Qur'an ceremony at the State Palace on 10 March 2026. His administration will work to maintain peace and foster good relations with all nations whilst respecting national sovereignty and refusing to interfere in other countries' internal affairs, principles he says are rooted in the founding ideals of Indonesia.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 23:59 WIB
First Wave of Repatriation: 22 Indonesian Citizens Arrive from Iran
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has facilitated the return of 22 Indonesian citizens evacuated from Iran, marking the first wave of a repatriation process amid escalating security tensions in the country. The evacuees arrived at Soekarno-Hatta Airport Terminal 3 in Tangerang, Banten, on Tuesday (10 March 2026), with Foreign Minister Sugiono overseeing the operation.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 23:55 WIB
Doctors advise homebound travellers to rest every two hours whilst driving
Dr Waluyo Dwi Cahyono, a specialist in internal medicine, recommends that homebound travellers maintain optimal physical condition before embarking on their journey and rest every two hours whilst driving to avoid fatigue and maintain concentration. He emphasises the importance of regulated eating habits, avoiding overeating, and maintaining strict medication compliance for those with chronic conditions such as diabetes during travel.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 23:55 WIB
KPK Arrests Regent and Vice-Regent of Rejang Lebong, Seizes Hundreds of Millions in Rupiah
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has arrested the Regent of Rejang Lebong, Muhammad Fikri Thobari, and Vice-Regent Hendri, along with 11 others in a major anti-corruption operation targeting alleged bribery related to projects in Bengkulu's local government. The KPK seized hundreds of millions of rupiah in cash and identified five suspects, including Fikri Thobari, with two characterised as bribery recipients and three as alleged bribe-givers. A full press conference detailing the projects involved is scheduled for 11 March 2026.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 23:51 WIB
KPK Designates Rejang Lebong Regent as Suspect
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has designated Rejang Lebong Regent Muhammad Fikri Thobari and four others as suspects in a corruption case. The designations followed an extensive investigation into alleged bribery related to projects within the Rejang Lebong Regency government in Bengkulu, with KPK identifying two recipients and three providers of illicit funds. The designations were formalised after case expositions and leadership deliberations, with full details to be announced in a subsequent press conference.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 23:50 WIB
Astra Agro Strengthens Village Empowerment Programme
PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening village empowerment programmes across its operational areas in Indonesia, covering 256 villages in 20 districts through its Astra Prosperous Village initiative. The company employs a 3P Roadmap strategy focusing on Portfolio, People, and Public Contribution, implementing four pillars—Astra Creative, Astra Health, Astra Smart, and Astra Green—to foster community self-sufficiency through MSME strengthening, healthcare services, education support, and environmental conservation.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 23:47 WIB
Security Guard's Account of Bekasi House Raided During Drug Party
Police raided a house in the Nusa Dua Citra Gran residential complex in Bekasi after discovering multiple individuals allegedly engaging in drug use on the premises. The house was rented by a man identified as Abu (AS) who claimed to operate a logistics business, though the security guard reported seeing no suspicious activity prior to the raid and noted that the tenant and associates rarely stayed at the property.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 23:47 WIB
Putin Calls Iranian President, Urges De-escalation with US-Israel
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss the escalating conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance, calling for rapid de-escalation and political resolution. Putin reiterated Russia's principled position supporting swift de-escalation, whilst the Kremlin confirmed it has provided humanitarian assistance to Iran. The conversation reflects Russia's diplomatic efforts amid the ongoing conflict that erupted on 28 February 2026 and has resulted in significant casualties, including the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 23:45 WIB
Ramadan becomes momentum for promoting inclusive economy for people with disabilities
Danareksa Holding BUMN and its subsidiaries have distributed 1,000 Ramadan assistance packages specifically targeted at communities of people with disabilities across five Indonesian cities (Jakarta, Pasuruan, Demak, Makassar, and Medan). The initiative forms part of the holding's Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility programme, aimed at fostering more inclusive economic ecosystems and strengthening human resources in line with the government's agenda for equitable social welfare distribution.
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