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Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 02:31 WIB
Iran Reviewing US Proposal, with Strait of Hormuz a شرط for Talks
Iran says it is assessing a US proposal to resume negotiations, but insists that its conditions—particularly the security of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to military actions it considers a threat to its sovereignty—must be met. Tehran and Washington remain divided over whether talks should prioritise reopening the shipping lane or Iran’s nuclear programme, while Iran says the US response has yet to satisfy all seven of its requirements.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 02:25 WIB
Erick Thohir Calls for Transparency to Prevent Splits in Youth Organisations
Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir says new rules will promote transparent leadership elections and simplify the registration of congress results, helping to prevent rival leadership claims. He has urged youth organisations to avoid counter-congresses and internal divisions, which he says undermine their role in developing young people.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 02:18 WIB
Man Who Pressed the Quran Against His Genitals Says He Was Promised Rp1 Million
Police in Bondowoso have arrested a 24-year-old man who allegedly pressed a Quran against his genitals and buttocks, saying he had been promised Rp1 million to do so. He has been named a suspect and charged under Article 243 of the new Criminal Code, which carries a maximum five-year prison sentence.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 02:06 WIB
Traditional Batam Traders Receive QRIS Training as Markets Go Digital
BCA and Bank Indonesia’s Riau Islands representative office have run a QRIS education and onboarding programme for more than 200 traders at two traditional markets in Batam. The initiative aims to broaden digital payment options while improving traders’ understanding of consumer protection; BCA also supported market improvements at Pasar Bengkong by providing 97 stall numbers.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 02:00 WIB
Six Families from Yogyakarta to Join Transmigration Programme in November, Equipped with Farming Skills
Six families from Yogyakarta are being prepared to join the government’s transmigration programme, with placement targeted for November 2026. They will receive farming and other practical training so they can develop livelihoods and improve their families’ welfare in their destination areas.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:40 WIB
On Indonesia’s 11th Museum Day, AMI Chair Urges Protection of Nusantara Culture
Indonesian Museums Association chair Putu Supadma Rudana says museums are vital to safeguarding national identity and passing the country’s diverse cultural heritage on to future generations. He also welcomed the government’s museum revitalisation efforts, saying museums should serve as public learning spaces as well as repositories of historical objects.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:30 WIB
Scout Leader in Palembang Arrested for Abusing Eight Pupils Over Five Years
A Scout leader at a junior secondary school in Palembang has been arrested on suspicion of sexually abusing eight pupils between 2021 and August 2026. Police say he allegedly used promised mobile phones to lure victims, recorded the abuse and threatened to distribute the footage; investigators are probing whether it was offered for sale online and whether there are further victims.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:30 WIB
Don’t Miss It: Prayer Times for Denpasar and Surrounding Areas on 13 October 2026
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Islamic Community Guidance at the Ministry of Religious Affairs has published the obligatory prayer schedule for Denpasar, Badung and Gianyar on Tuesday, 13 October 2026. The article also provides the wording and meanings of the intentions for the five daily prayers, with notes on the phrases used when praying alone, as an imam or as a congregant.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:26 WIB
PGN’s Business Foundations Strengthen as It Seeks to Maintain Investor Confidence
PT Perusahaan Gas Negara (PGN), Pertamina’s gas subholding, received the Best Energy Sector – IDX Main Board award at the 2026 EmitenNews Capital Market Excellence Awards, recognising its financial performance, governance and shareholder returns. The company reported 2025 revenue of US$3.9 billion and paid US$172.29 million in dividends, while saying it would pursue prudent growth and strengthen its business fundamentals amid domestic gas demand and energy-transition needs.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:22 WIB
Online Taxi Driver Found Buried in Sumedang Was Killed over Rp25 Million Debt
Police have arrested two suspects in the killing of online taxi driver Yogi Saparudin, whose body was found buried in Sumedang, West Java. Investigators say the main suspect was allegedly motivated by an unpaid debt, while further questioning may reveal whether other motives were involved.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:20 WIB
Thousands of Residents Set ‘Upside-Down Coffee’ Record in Meulaboh, Aceh
A total of 2,026 residents in Meulaboh simultaneously served and drank kopi khop, an upside-down coffee, earning an Indonesian record recognised by the Indonesian Museum of Records (MURI). Aceh Barat officials hope the record will raise the drink’s profile, attract visitors and boost business for local coffee shops.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:19 WIB
Teachers and Health Workers Face Uncertainty as Rp23 Trillion in PPPK Salaries Is Covered by the State Budget, but Transfers to Regions Are Slow
The government has earmarked an additional Rp23 trillion in the 2027 state budget to pay salaries for an estimated 1.4 million full-time and part-time government employees under employment agreements (PPPK). A House of Representatives commission deputy chair is urging the Finance Ministry to transfer the funds to regional governments earlier, citing reports of teachers going months without pay and the need to ensure salaries and allowances are paid on time.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:19 WIB
Roy Julian Is Holding Back One Work for a Performance Next Year
Theatre director and actor Roy Julian says he has set aside a play, ‘Kaktus dan Kuping Gajah’, after five of its 11 cast members withdrew during a 10-month preparation period. The work has not been cancelled and is being developed for a possible performance next year, while his group has focused on staging ‘Kebun Hantu’ at the Jakarta Arts Council’s Theatre Channel.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:09 WIB
Ummat Party Backs National Police Chief’s Call for Drug Tests for All Officials, Civil Servants and Legislators
Ummat Party has backed National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto’s plan for non-discriminatory drug testing, including tests for government officials and elected representatives. Party official Heikal Safar says the checks should extend to local leaders and community administrators, arguing that drug abuse poses a serious threat to Indonesia’s younger generation.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:07 WIB
Local Brands’ Businesses Continue to Grow as Sales Through Content Creators Surge
Indonesian childcare brand Momami has more than doubled its annual business growth through Tokopedia and TikTok Shop, supported by affiliate creator content. TikTok Shop data also shows sharp rises in orders linked to live shopping, short-form videos and affiliate creators, highlighting the growing role of discovery commerce in connecting products with consumers.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:03 WIB
Legislator lobbies promoter to bring Avenged Sevenfold to JIS
Jakarta Regional Council member Hardiyanto Kenneth said he had lobbied Ravel Entertainment over bringing Avenged Sevenfold to Jakarta International Stadium. He argued that major concerts support the creative economy by strengthening Jakarta’s appeal and creating business and creative opportunities for young people.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:01 WIB
Young Entrepreneurs and Government Join Forces to Spread Investment to Remote Areas
KAPMI has urged the government to ensure investment reaches beyond Java and to involve local businesses in the supply chains of downstreaming projects. BKPM says it is developing partnership opportunities so that regional MSMEs and entrepreneurs can grow alongside major investors, with follow-up plans including investment assistance and policy outreach.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:00 WIB
Indonesia’s Muslim Fashion Industry Has Huge Economic Potential as Global Markets Become a Battleground
Indonesia remains the world’s leading modest-fashion market, according to the Dinar Standard SGIE Report, presenting opportunities for local businesses to grow through creativity, innovation and wider market access. METRO Modest Fashion Week 2026 in Depok is showcasing Indonesian designers and highlighting the sector’s commercial potential, alongside financial-sector partnerships.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 01:00 WIB
Dudung Says Batam’s Seven-Hour Blackout Was Not Discussed at Prabowo Meeting
Presidential Chief of Staff Deputy Dudung said the blackout in Batam was not specifically discussed at a limited meeting chaired by President Prabowo Subianto. The meeting’s Batam-related briefing concerned flight conditions in Palembang amid forest and land fires, while electricity restoration in Batam was under way and outages had also affected clean-water production.
Tue, 13 Oct 2026, 00:56 WIB
Media Report: Prince MBS Moves Between Palaces Equipped with Bunkers
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has reportedly been moving between heavily guarded palaces with bunkers as Houthi missile attacks intensify around Riyadh. The strikes have caused civilian casualties and damage to the capital’s airport, while heightening security risks to Saudi Arabia’s oil-export routes and the crown prince’s economic transformation agenda.
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