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Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 02:30 WIB
PT Piaggio Indonesia Releases 180cc Primavera and Sprint with Increased Power at Steady Prices
PT Piaggio Indonesia has launched new-generation Vespa Primavera and Vespa Sprint scooters in Jakarta, upgrading from 150cc to 180cc engines with 24 per cent increased power output whilst maintaining prices. The new engines feature 14 per cent redesigned core components and improved transmission systems, delivering enhanced acceleration and responsiveness particularly suited for urban riding conditions.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 02:30 WIB
Bareskrim Uncovers Distribution of 12.9 Tonnes of Expired Lamb Meat
Indonesia's Criminal Investigation Police (Bareskrim) have uncovered a case involving the distribution of 12.9 tonnes of expired imported lamb meat in Tangerang, originating from Australia and intended for sale ahead of Eid al-Fitr. Four suspects have been identified and charged under Consumer Protection, Food, and Trade Laws, facing maximum sentences of five years' imprisonment or fines up to 2 billion rupiahs.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 02:20 WIB
Eid al-Fitr: Strengthening Social Bonds and Economic Resilience
Eid al-Fitr serves as more than a religious celebration in Indonesia, functioning as a pivotal social and economic event that strengthens community bonds and drives significant economic activity across multiple sectors. The festive season catalyses increased demand for consumer goods, stimulates small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and facilitates income redistribution from urban to rural areas through homecoming traditions and charitable giving. Through practices such as mutual forgiveness, zakat (alms), and holiday bonuses (THR), Eid al-Fitr reinforces social solidarity whilst generating widespread economic dynamism in Indonesian communities.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 02:15 WIB
GNET Building Goodness in the Jabodetabek Region
PT Bangun Globalindo Perkasa's GNET building materials brand launched a Ramadan 2026 Corporate Social Responsibility initiative titled "GNET Membangun Kebaikan" (Building Goodness), delivering positive impact to communities across the Jabodetabek region through donations to orphanages and social foundations. The programme, conducted on 13 March in collaboration with GNETION, Indonesia's first community of building applicators, distributed interior building products including wall bricks and floor mats to six social institutions, whilst featuring Quran recitations, religious lectures, interactive games, and communal breaking of the fast.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 02:09 WIB
BCA Wins Best Islamic State Securities Retail Distribution Partner Award 2025
PT Bank Central Asia (BCA) has received the award for Best Retail Islamic State Securities (SBSN) Distribution Partner for 2025 from the Ministry of Finance, recognising its commitment to expanding financial literacy and investment access among Indonesian citizens. The bank facilitated over Rp20 trillion in retail SBSN transactions across four series in the primary market during the year, with investor numbers growing over 19% year-on-year, demonstrating strong public confidence in accessible state investment instruments.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 02:03 WIB
Bank Indonesia Records Indonesia's Foreign Debt at US$434.7 Billion in January 2026, Rising 1.7 Per Cent Year-on-Year
Indonesia's foreign debt reached US$434.7 billion in January 2026, growing 1.7 per cent year-on-year, with public sector debt rising 5.6 per cent driven by government borrowing for development programmes and foreign investment inflows into international government securities. Private sector foreign debt contracted 0.7 per cent, reflecting declining corporate borrowing by non-financial institutions, whilst government foreign debt remains concentrated in long-term obligations and is directed primarily towards health services, education, infrastructure, and social programmes to support fiscal sustainability.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 02:03 WIB
Government tightens budgetary spending to mitigate potential US-Iran conflict impact
The Indonesian government is implementing budgetary efficiency measures across ministries and agencies to cushion potential economic impacts from escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto announced on Monday that President Prabowo has directed various government institutions to identify spending that can be reduced, aiming to maintain the budget deficit below three per cent of GDP.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 02:01 WIB
National One-Way System Prepared for Peak Homecoming Rush on 18 March 2026
Indonesia's Traffic Corps (Korlantas) predicts the peak of the 2026 Lebaran homecoming rush will occur on 18 March, with approximately 3.5 million vehicles expected to leave Jakarta along the Trans Java route. Authorities are preparing multiple traffic engineering measures, including a national one-way system and contraflow arrangements, to manage the congestion on toll roads and arterial routes. As of 16 March, only 28 per cent of expected vehicles had departed, with the remaining 72 per cent still to leave the capital.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 01:52 WIB
Traffic Control Implemented at Cipali Rest Areas to Manage Congestion
The West Java Regional Police has implemented an open-close system at several rest areas along the Cipali Toll Road during Operation Keselamatan Lodaya 2026 to prevent vehicle congestion and maintain safe traffic flow. Access will be restricted when parking capacity reaches approximately 90 per cent, with complete closures when full to prevent traffic jams. The police have also deployed surveillance systems and field officers to ensure safety and order at rest areas, whilst encouraging drivers to use facilities to rest and avoid drowsy driving.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 01:45 WIB
Hashim Djojohadikusumo Finally Witnesses IKN Development Directly, Expresses Optimism
Senior economic official Hashim Djojohadikusumo has visited the Nusantara Capital City (IKN) and witnessed substantial progress in infrastructure, residential, and office development. Djojohadikusumo expressed optimism that IKN's development represents a positive sign for Indonesia's future, viewing the project as more than mere infrastructure but as a fundamental effort to build a better Indonesia.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 01:34 WIB
New Chapter in Indonesia-China Investment Cooperation in Beijing
The Forum Komunitas Indonesia Emas (FORMAS) has officially inaugurated its representative office in Beijing, China, marking a strategic expansion of bilateral economic cooperation. The initiative aims to facilitate investment partnerships between Chinese companies and Indonesian businesses, government agencies, and industrial players, whilst promoting job creation and economic development. Indonesian embassy officials highlighted the significance of collaboration in high-growth digital economy sectors, including fintech, e-commerce, and digital health.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 01:30 WIB
Cileungsi Police Chief in Disguise Arrests Robbery Gang That Tortured Elderly Couple
Police in Bogor have arrested three members of a brutal robbery gang that assaulted elderly victims, with the Cileungsi Police Chief conducting an undercover operation disguised as an electricity company employee to apprehend the ringleader. The gang has been linked to at least 50 criminal incidents across West and Central Java, with authorities continuing to pursue the remaining members.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 01:30 WIB
Flood Victims in Aceh Repair Damaged Bridge in Just Two Days Through Community Effort
Residents of Tetingi Village in Gayo Lues Regency, Aceh, used only two days and collective self-help to repair a 20-metre suspension bridge damaged by flash flooding on 26 November 2025, enabling access across the river for essential goods and school children. The bridge, originally constructed in 1994 and partially updated in 2021, now accommodates pedestrians and motorcycles with additional safety measures, though villagers appeal for permanent reconstruction by the central government.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 00:50 WIB
Ministry of Tourism Strategy to Combat Extortion at Destinations During Eid Holiday
The Indonesian Ministry of Tourism has unveiled a coordinated strategy with police to combat illegal levies (pungli) at tourist destinations during the Eid al-Fitr holiday period. Minister Widiyanti Putri announced the establishment of complaint posts and multiple reporting channels including WhatsApp, Instagram Direct Messages, and email, whilst encouraging tourists to utilise the Indonesia.travel website for destination information and safety guidance.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 00:47 WIB
National One-Way Traffic Implemented on 18 March at 10:00 AM for 2026 Homecoming Season
National Police Traffic Chief (Kakorlantas) Irjen Agus Suryonugroho announced that the peak of Lebaran homecoming traffic will occur on 18 March 2026, when a nationwide one-way traffic system will be implemented from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on major highways. The 2026 Ketupat Operation (Operasi Ketupat), running from 13–25 March, is expected to handle 143.9 million journeys under the theme "Safe Homecoming, Happy Family," with a new free precision homecoming programme announced alongside enhanced safety and traffic management measures.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 00:33 WIB
Strengthening Digital Infrastructure and Data Centre Ecosystem, TelkomGroup and Huawei Sign Strategic MoU
PT Telkom Indonesia and its data centre subsidiary NeutraDC have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Huawei Technologies at the Mobile World Congress Barcelona to strengthen digital infrastructure and the data centre ecosystem. The collaboration will focus on developing digital infrastructure capabilities, enhancing data centre operations, and exploring technology innovations for Indonesia's digital transformation. Huawei will share expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing technologies, AI-based architecture, and sustainability solutions to support NeutraDC's infrastructure development.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 00:21 WIB
Interest in Asset Tokenisation Rises, PINTU User Trading Volume Surges 45 Per Cent
PT Pintu, an OJK-regulated cryptocurrency investment platform, is expanding its tokenised asset offerings as user interest in these products accelerates. The platform recorded a 45 per cent increase in trading volume per user in February 2026 and 9.18 per cent growth in cumulative users, with tokenised stocks in major tech companies (NVIDIA, Apple, Google) proving most popular.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 00:19 WIB
Pertamina: Energy supply in Bengkulu remains secure during Lebaran 2026 exodus
Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional South Sumatra has assured the security of energy supply in Bengkulu Province throughout the Eid al-Fitr 2026 holiday exodus and return journey. The company projects increased consumption of petrol (10%), liquefied petroleum gas (8%), and aviation fuel (42%), whilst diesel consumption is expected to decline by 22%, and has accordingly increased stockpiles of fuel and LPG across the region. Pertamina has activated its Ramadan and Eid task force and mobilised additional infrastructure including emergency fuel stations and mobile services to ensure smooth energy distribution during the festive period.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 00:17 WIB
BYD Prepares Flash Charging 2.0 Network in Europe
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD plans to launch its Flash Charging 2.0 rapid charging network in Europe within weeks, featuring charging stations with capacities up to 1,500 kW to support vehicles equipped with its latest-generation Blade batteries. The rollout coincides with the European debut of the Denza Z9 GT in April, which can charge from 10 to 70 per cent in five minutes according to Chinese standards, and would represent the highest-capacity public charger in Europe if fully implemented.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 00:15 WIB
Solar Power Panel from UPI Lights Up Fatima's Home at Night
Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) has installed solar power panels in the homes of impoverished families in Mekarsari Village, West Bandung Regency, through its UPI Berdampak LIMAR (Independent Electricity for the People) programme. For families like Fatima, who have lived without electricity for over 15 years, the solar panels have transformed their daily lives by enabling children to study at night and improving overall household safety and quality of life.
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