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Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:29 WIB
Rico Pramudia Falls in Beirut, TNI Has Delivered the News of Loss to Family
Indonesian soldier Corporal Dua (Posthumous) Rico Pramudia has been killed in an Israeli tank attack while serving on the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon, bringing the total number of TNI fatalities in two separate incidents to four. The Indonesian Embassy in Beirut is currently handling the administrative processes for repatriating his body to Indonesia, with the TNI having informed his family of the tragic news and expressing deepest condolences. The planned funeral will follow the family's decision, highlighting the sacrifices made by Indonesian troops in maintaining peace abroad.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:29 WIB
Strengthening National Energy Resilience, Pertamina Patra Niaga's Maritime Fleet Ensures Fuel Distribution in Maluku
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga is ensuring reliable and equitable distribution of fuel oil (BBM) across eastern Indonesia by relying on sea routes as the backbone of energy supply, particularly through the strategically positioned Wayame BBM Terminal in Ambon, Maluku. The company utilises an integrated fleet of medium-range and general-purpose tankers, including vessels like PIS Cepu and Matindok with capacities from 17,500 to 50,000 DWT, to deliver timely and sustainable supplies to remote island areas. This optimisation of maritime logistics plays a crucial role in bolstering national energy resilience, promoting fair access to energy in underdeveloped regions while prioritising safety and environmental protection.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:26 WIB
Indonesian Consulate General in San Francisco Explores Collaboration to Promote Nusantara Cuisine in the US
The Indonesian Consulate General in San Francisco, led by Consul General Yohpy Wardana, is exploring a collaboration with renowned chef Martin Yan to bolster the promotion of Indonesian cuisine in the United States. This initiative aims to showcase the rich culinary heritage of Indonesia, born from its spice trade history and cultural diversity across over 17,000 islands, introducing dishes like rendang, nasi goreng, sate, and soto to the Bay Area public. The partnership, highlighted during the 2026 Asia Game Changer West Awards Gala, represents a strategic move to expand Indonesia's cultural diplomacy through gastronomy, leveraging Yan's decades-long success in popularising Asian cuisine on US public television.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:25 WIB
Cabinet Secretary Inspects Temporary Housing for Senen Railway Track Residents, Ensures Rapid Construction
Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya has inspected the construction of temporary housing units for residents living along the railway tracks in the Pasar Senen area, confirming that the project is progressing swiftly under President Prabowo's directives. The initiative, involving collaboration between the Ministry of Housing and state-owned enterprises, aims to provide dignified accommodations with essential facilities like clean water, sanitation, and recreational spaces for the 324 relocated families who have endured substandard living conditions for decades. Minister Maruarar Sirait highlighted the inclusion of amenities such as beds, wardrobes, and communal areas, with completion targeted for 15 June 2026 despite minor technical hurdles being addressed through inter-agency coordination.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:24 WIB
Cabinet Secretary Teddy Inspects Construction of Decent Housing near Senen Railway Tracks, Featuring Children's Play Facilities
Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya inspected the progress of constructing decent housing for residents previously living along the railway tracks near Pasar Senen Station in Central Jakarta, accompanied by PT KAI's President Director Bobby Rasyidin. The new residences, located about 500 metres from the tracks, will include facilities such as bathrooms, clean water, places of worship, and children's play areas, with construction coordinated swiftly by the Ministry of Housing and related state-owned enterprises. This initiative follows President Prabowo Subianto's earlier visit to the area, where he pledged to provide proper housing to improve living conditions for the community.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:23 WIB
From SPPG to Families, Mendukbangga Ensures MBG 3B is on Target
Indonesia's Minister for Population and Family Development, Wihaji, has emphasised the need for precise and deviation-free implementation of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and non-PAU toddlers (3B), starting from Nutrition Fulfilment Service Units (SPPG) to beneficiaries. This sensitive initiative, supported by Family Companion Teams (TPK) for education and monitoring, addresses stunting risks in vulnerable families and contributes to national goals of reducing stunting to 18.8% by 2026 and 14% by 2029. In Pemalang Regency, the programme already serves thousands through 84 dedicated SPPG units, highlighting its expanding reach to foster healthier future generations.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:23 WIB
BPJS Ketenagakerjaan and NU Collaborate, Targeting Protection for 80 Percent of Informal Workers
BPJS Ketenagakerjaan has partnered with Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) to expand social security coverage for informal sector workers, who comprise around 80 percent of NU's members, starting with the East Java branch as a national model. The collaboration, discussed in a meeting attended by key officials, focuses on integrating NU's community networks to boost participation in programmes like work accident insurance and old-age benefits, aligning with Islamic principles of social protection. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to balancing economic growth with robust social safety nets for vulnerable workers.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:22 WIB
Minister proposes electric motorcycle incentives starting in 2026
Indonesia's Minister is proposing a phased incentive programme for electric motorcycles beginning in 2026, initially targeting around 6 million units with a potential subsidy of IDR 5 million per unit. The initiative, still under review and coordination with other ministers before reporting to President Prabowo Subianto, forms part of a broader governmental strategy to convert approximately 120 million gasoline-powered motorcycles to electric ones over 3-4 years. This policy seeks to expedite the shift to clean energy and alleviate the strain on fuel subsidies.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:22 WIB
Minister of Basic and Secondary Education Ensures School Revitalisation Programme Continues in 2026
Indonesia's Minister of Basic and Secondary Education, Abdul Mu’ti, has confirmed that the school revitalisation and digitalisation programme will persist into 2026 with a Rp14 trillion budget targeting 11,744 educational units nationwide, alongside proposals to expand it to 60,000 units. The initiative includes increasing interactive flat panels per school, expanding the Indonesia Pintar Programme to 19.6 million students including kindergarteners for the first time, and raising incentives for honorary teachers to Rp400,000 monthly, underscoring the government's commitment to equitable, high-quality education amid digital literacy efforts. Local authorities in Banyumas have proposed 140 schools for revitalisation and reported full distribution of digital devices to enhance learning transformation.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:19 WIB
KPK Claims to Have Reported Political Party Study to President and DPR Speaker
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has officially reported its study on preventing corruption in political party governance to President Prabowo Subianto and DPR Speaker Puan Maharani, urging reforms in Indonesia's political system. Key recommendations include amending election laws to improve recruitment, campaigning, voting processes, and sanctions; revising political party laws to standardise political education, cadre development, and financial reporting; and expediting discussions on the Cash Limitation Bill to curb money politics. Implementing these measures is seen as crucial for enhancing political party management and preventing corruption through better oversight of vote buying and physical cash transactions.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:14 WIB
Ministry of Health emphasises 4-hour limit to prevent bacterial contamination in kitchen nutrition
The Indonesian Ministry of Health has stressed the critical need to adhere to a maximum four-hour timeframe for food distribution to curb bacterial growth and poisoning risks within national nutrition fulfilment programmes. Director of Environmental Health, dr. Then Suyanti, highlighted potential contamination points from raw material storage to final delivery, urging kitchen operators and nutrition service units to ensure uniform cooking, vehicle hygiene, and dedicated transport to avoid cross-contamination. Oversight involves internal checks by operators and external inspections by community health centres, with rapid response teams ready to investigate any food-related outbreaks, aiming for zero incidents through continuous evaluation and improvement.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:11 WIB
NPL Rises Slightly, Banks Tighten Lending Amid Rupiah Pressure
Indonesian banks are maintaining asset quality despite global pressures and rupiah depreciation, with the non-performing loan (NPL) ratio edging up to 2.17% in February 2026 from 2.14% in January. Economists predict a controlled increase of no more than 20 basis points, prompting banks to tighten credit distribution and enhance risk management through stress testing. Major banks like CIMB Niaga and BTN report stable NPL levels, focusing on existing customers and domestic portfolios to mitigate imported inflation risks.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:10 WIB
Religious Affairs Minister Emphasises Strengthening of Sharia Economy Through Regional Roles
Indonesia's Minister of Religious Affairs, Nasaruddin Umar, has highlighted the crucial role of regional collaboration in bolstering the national sharia economy, stressing that development must be inclusive and sustainable by leveraging local potentials. During the handover of the strategic Palembang Charter at Istiqlal Mosque, derived from the 2026 Sumatra Regional Economic Forum, the minister praised multi-stakeholder synergies involving local governments, academics, businesses, and religious institutions. The charter is anticipated to guide policies enhancing sharia financial literacy, SME support, Islamic social finance, and positioning Sumatra as a key growth hub for Indonesia's sharia economy.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:10 WIB
KPK Reports Study on Political Party System to Prabowo and Puan
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has submitted a report on improving the governance system of political parties to President Prabowo Subianto and DPR Speaker Puan Maharani, highlighting key recommendations to foster integrity in elections and regional head polls. The recommendations include regulatory changes to election laws, enhancements to political party regulations on education, cadre development, and financial reporting, as well as urgent discussions on a bill to limit cash transactions to curb money politics. This initiative addresses critical vulnerabilities such as high campaign costs, weak internal party oversight, and rampant vote buying, aiming to strengthen democratic processes and reduce corruption risks in Indonesia's political landscape.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:09 WIB
APPMBGI Pushes for Strengthening of MBG Supply Chain
The Association of Entrepreneurs and Managers of Free Nutritious Meals Indonesia (APPMBGI) has urged enhanced collaboration across sectors to ensure the sustainability of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme amid rising national demands. At the APPMBGI Summit 2026, stakeholders highlighted challenges in supply chain readiness, emphasising the need for robust coordination between suppliers, kitchen managers, and support businesses to avoid disruptions and bolster the people's economic ecosystem. Key speakers from government agencies and industry underscored the importance of strategic policy integration, nutritional quality, hygiene standards, and digital systems to drive efficiency and support local farmers, fishermen, and SMEs in the MBG value chain.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:08 WIB
Remains of Praka Rico Being Prepared for Repatriation to Indonesia
Indonesian Army Sergeant Praka Rico Pramudia, who succumbed to severe injuries from an attack during a UNIFIL peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon, is currently being prepared for repatriation from Beirut. The TNI has conveyed condolences to his family and is handling the administrative processes, with burial arrangements to be decided by relatives. His death marks the fourth Indonesian soldier lost in two separate incidents in the region, highlighting the risks faced by Indonesian peacekeepers abroad.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:08 WIB
Indonesian Military Heightens Alertness in Lebanon After Four Soldiers Killed
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) has increased vigilance in Lebanon following the deaths of four soldiers in Israeli attacks in late March 2026, with the latest fatality occurring on 24 April 2026. Brigadier General Donny Pramono emphasised that TNI is monitoring the situation closely, prioritising soldier safety, and adhering to UNIFIL procedures while committing to professional peacekeeping duties. The bodies of the three earlier deceased soldiers have already been repatriated, and administrative processes for the fourth are underway, highlighting Indonesia's ongoing international peacekeeping efforts amid regional tensions.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:05 WIB
Fire at Hotel Club Med Bali Causes Rp. 5 Billion in Damages
A fire broke out at the Agung Restaurant in Hotel Club Med at Nusa Dua, South Bali, on 24 April 2026, causing an estimated Rp. 5 billion in damages to the dining, kitchen, and adjacent facilities including a boutique, photo shop, meeting room, and accounting office. The blaze, which started from overheated cooking oil in a deep fryer, spread rapidly through the wooden and thatched ceiling but resulted in no injuries to guests or staff. Police investigations into the cause are ongoing, with the site now deemed safe, highlighting ongoing fire safety concerns in Bali's tourism infrastructure.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:05 WIB
Muzani Opens Cattle Contest in Wonosobo: Breeders Delighted as Sign of Stirring Economy
Ahmad Muzani, Chairman of the MPR RI, opened the APPSI Cattle Contest in Wonosobo, Central Java, highlighting the vital role of cattle breeders ahead of Eid al-Adha, describing it as their peak economic opportunity. He emphasised the event's importance in fostering knowledge exchange among breeders and boosting productivity, which signals a vibrant local economy and strong consumer purchasing power. Muzani also underscored Wonosobo's potential as a dairy production hub, supported by government initiatives like the Free Nutritious Meals programme, which enhances demand for agricultural products.
Sat, 25 Apr 2026, 15:04 WIB
South Kalimantan Plants 500 Tanjung Seedlings to Strengthen RHL at Jokowi Tree Roundabout
The South Kalimantan Forestry Service has planted 500 tanjung tree seedlings at the Jokowi Tree Roundabout in Banjarbaru to bolster forest and land rehabilitation efforts while enhancing urban green spaces. This initiative, involving all personnel, aims to boost vegetation diversity, improve air quality, mitigate climate change impacts, and promote ecological balance in a key public area. Officials urge visitors to maintain cleanliness to preserve the site's role as the city's green lung.
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