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Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:32 WIB
Spanish Programmer Accidentally Discovers Global DJI Robot Vacuum Vulnerability, Receives $30,000 Reward
Spanish programmer Sammy Azdoufal discovered a critical security flaw in DJI's Romo robot vacuums that allowed him to remotely control approximately 7,000 devices across 24 countries and access their onboard cameras. DJI awarded Azdoufal $30,000 (approximately 500 million rupiah) for discovering the vulnerability through responsible disclosure, and has released software updates to address the security gap.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:31 WIB
Young Sumatran tiger captured near village in Indonesia
A young female Sumatran tiger cub, estimated to be less than one year old, was successfully captured near Tanjung Pulai village in Riau after multiple sightings and livestock attacks over several weeks. The animal has been transferred to a wildlife rescue centre for rehabilitation, with authorities planning to assess its condition before considering release back into the wild. The capture reflects ongoing efforts to mitigate human-wildlife conflict in regions inhabited by the critically endangered species, of which fewer than 400 remain in the wild.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:30 WIB
Gold Prices Fail to Surge Amid Iran Conflict: What's Behind It?
Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, global gold prices have remained subdued, trading in a narrow range between $5,050 and $5,200 per troy ounce. The weak performance is attributed to a strengthening US dollar and rising US Treasury yields, which make interest-bearing assets more attractive than non-yielding gold, along with concerns about liquidity pressures among institutional investors.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:30 WIB
BRIN: Police Trust Levels Depend on Societal Culture
A senior researcher from Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) argues that public trust in police is significantly influenced by societal culture and legal awareness. BRIN's Syafuan Rozi cited examples from the Netherlands, which maintains high public confidence in law enforcement through restorative justice practices, while noting that Indonesia's police force is undertaking structural and cultural reforms with the help of political scientist Hermawan Sulistyo.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:28 WIB
Ecological Governance Transformation Deemed Necessary to Address Ecological Crisis
The Indonesia Environmental Outlook 2026 report by the KEHATI Foundation reveals that Indonesia faces serious environmental degradation caused by fragmented, sector-specific development policies that create cascading ecological crises across forests, water, food security, and energy. The foundation proposes systemic transformation of natural resource governance, integrated cross-sectoral policy mechanisms, and ecosystem restoration, emphasizing that sustainable development must be grounded in ecosystem capacity and social justice rather than short-term resource extraction.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:28 WIB
Sleep Crisis Threatens Health and Increases Mortality Risk
Indonesia's Ministry of Health has warned that poor sleep can damage physical and mental health, impair cognitive function, and increase mortality risk among middle-aged and elderly populations. The ministry's director of vulnerable group health services emphasised that quality sleep is as vital as nutrition and exercise, citing global research showing that adults failing to achieve 7-9 hours of sleep face elevated risks of obesity, hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cognitive decline.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:27 WIB
DIY Regional Council Urges Caution on Extreme Weather During Eid Holiday
The chairperson of Commission A of the Yogyakarta Regional Council (DPRD DIY) has called for a coordinated approach to ensure safe and secure Eid celebrations in 2026, emphasising preparedness for extreme weather conditions. Authorities are urging residents, travellers, and tourists to monitor weather updates through the Indonesian Meteorological Agency application and report unoccupied homes to local officials to prevent crime during the mass exodus.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:23 WIB
1.1 Million Passengers Expected to Crowd I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport During Eid Holiday
PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia has officially launched a unified monitoring post at I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport in Bali to manage an anticipated 1.1 million passengers during the Eid holiday travel period from 13-30 March 2026. The airport has received 401 applications for additional flights (390 domestic, 11 international), adding 72,076 domestic and 2,552 international seats, with 2,598 personnel mobilised to ensure passenger safety and service quality.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:22 WIB
Minister of Social Affairs and Deputy Minister Pay Zakat Through Baznas at the Palace
The Minister of Social Affairs Saifullah Yusuf and Deputy Minister Agus Jabo Priyono paid their zakat contributions through the National Zakat Amil Board (BAZNAS) at the State Palace in Jakarta, alongside President Prabowo Subianto and numerous cabinet officials and state leaders. President Prabowo praised the officials' zakat contributions as setting a positive example for the public, highlighting BAZNAS's important role in the nation.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:21 WIB
Petrol Demand Rises 30 Percent During Eid Holiday
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Regional Jawa Bagian Tengah projects that daily petrol (gasoline) consumption will surge 30.3 percent to 16,863 kilolitres during the Eid 2026 holiday period in Central Java and Yogyakarta, driven primarily by increased passenger travel. In contrast, diesel demand is expected to decline 10.3 percent due to Transport Ministry restrictions on freight transport during the mudik (homecoming) season. Pertamina has prepared additional strategic stock allocations of fuel, LPG, and aviation fuel across supply points, with distribution plans accounting for two peak travel waves expected on 14-15 March and 18-20 March 2026.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:19 WIB
Barantin tightens commodity surveillance throughout Lebaran exodus 2026
Indonesia's Quarantine Agency (Barantin) is intensifying surveillance of commodity traffic at all entry points during the Lebaran exodus period of 13-27 March 2026, deploying 3,930 personnel across 161 inspection points nationwide. The operation targets animal, fish, and plant products that may carry disease risks, with enforcement backed by penalties including imprisonment and fines under Law No. 21 of 2019 on animal, fish, and plant quarantine.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:19 WIB
Bali Immigration Office Urges Foreign Nationals to Pay Attention to Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr Holiday Schedules to Avoid Overstaying
The Head of Bali Regional Immigration Office has urged foreign nationals whose residence permits are nearing expiry to complete payment or renewal of their stay permits before 18 March 2026, as Bali will observe both Nyepi and Eid al-Fitr holidays. Immigration offices across Indonesia will temporarily close from 18–24 March 2026, though border control and Visa on Arrival services will continue operating 24 hours at international gateways to prevent overstay incidents and administrative backlogs.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:18 WIB
KAI Daop 6 Yogyakarta adds 12 trains for smooth Lebaran 2026 transport operations
KAI Daop 6 Yogyakarta is deploying 12 additional trains to support Lebaran 2026 transport operations, which will run for 22 days from 11 March to 1 April. The expansion aims to ensure smooth passenger flow during the peak holiday season when Indonesian railways experience heightened demand.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:17 WIB
Cilacap Regent Arrested in Anti-Corruption Sting; Expert: High Political Costs Fuel Corruption After Regional Elections
Following the arrest of Cilacap Regent Syamsul Auliya Rachman in a KPK anti-corruption operation, legal expert Titi Anggraini warns that the rising incidence of regional leaders caught in corruption cases reflects systemic failures in local political financing oversight. She calls for urgent reforms including transparent campaign fund tracking, strengthened audit mechanisms, and merit-based candidate selection within political parties to break the cycle where expensive election campaigns drive "cost recovery" corruption once officials take office.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:16 WIB
Merak Port Requires Additional Berths to Address Capacity Constraints
The limited number of berths at Merak Port is significantly constraining the smooth operation of ferry services to Bakauheni Port, particularly during peak Lebaran travel periods, with only 28 of 72 available vessels able to operate simultaneously due to inadequate docking facilities. A senior transport industry official has urged the government to urgently add at least three new berths to Merak Port's current seven, which would increase operational capacity by roughly 50% and accommodate the expected 10-12% annual growth in logistics transport along the Merak-Bakauheni route.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:15 WIB
Bahrain Reiterates Need for Immediate Cessation of Attacks on Gulf States
Bahrain, in its capacity as chair of the Gulf Cooperation Council, has called for an immediate halt to attacks against Gulf nations to restore security and prevent further escalation. The statement emphasises the regional and global significance of maintaining stability in the Arabian Gulf, including air security, maritime routes, and energy market stability, whilst appealing to the international community to condemn aggression and urge dialogue with Iran.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:15 WIB
Historic Gold Treasure: 30,000 Tonnes of Gold Discovered in Banten
Indonesia's Cikotok region in Banten holds a significant place in the nation's mining history, with 30,000 tonnes of gold discovered in 1928 under Dutch colonial rule. The discovery, confirmed through geological research led by Dutch geologist W.F.F. Oppenoorth from 1919 onwards, became the largest gold mining operation managed by the colonial government and later by independent Indonesia until its closure in 2005. Though the reserves were eventually depleted, the legacy of Cikotok mining paved the way for larger operations such as Freeport in Papua.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:14 WIB
Jokowi's Gift Following Rismon Sianipar's Apology: Restorative Justice
Rismon Sianipar, the defendant accused of challenging the authenticity of former President Joko Widodo's diploma, personally visited Jokowi's residence in Solo on 12 March 2026 to formally apologise and initiate restorative justice proceedings. After re-examining the diploma through advanced digital image processing techniques involving translation, rotation, and lighting analysis, Sianipar acknowledged the diploma's authenticity, including previously disputed security features such as watermarks and embossed logos. The case now proceeds with both parties' cooperation on the restorative justice mechanism, which requires mutual forgiveness and reconciliation.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:13 WIB
BTN Aims to Become Full-Service Financial Bank, Expanding Services Beyond Mortgage Lending
PT Bank Tabungan Negara (BTN) is pursuing transformation into a full-service financial bank by expanding beyond its core mortgage lending business to offer comprehensive banking services including payroll, credit cards, investments, vehicle financing, and working capital loans. The strategy, announced as part of BTN's 2025-2029 vision, involves modernising credit operations through a centralised loan factory system, rejuvenating branch networks with contemporary designs, and accelerating digital service delivery through BTN Digital Store outlets in commercial areas.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 11:13 WIB
Amran Reports to Prabowo, Rice Reserves Break 4 Million Tonnes
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman reported to President Prabowo Subianto that Indonesia's national food security has reached historically high levels, with rice reserves reaching 4 million tonnes and expected to increase further. The report highlighted robust agricultural performance including record agricultural GDP growth of 5.74 per cent over 25 years, significant increases in crude palm oil exports, and improved farmer welfare through government pricing policies and fertiliser subsidy reductions.
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