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Modus Operandi of Former Condongcatur Village Head in Rp 1.7 Billion Village Land Embezzlement Revealed

The public prosecutor has detailed how the former Village Head of Condongcatur, Reno Candra Sangaji, allegedly misappropriated village-owned land for private profit. The scheme involved subdividing village land into plots and collecting unauthorised lease fees, resulting in state losses of approximately Rp 1.74 billion.

OJK Riau Islands and Natuna Regency Expand Financial Literacy in Border Regions

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) of Riau Islands is collaborating with the Natuna Regency Library and Archives Office to enhance financial literacy and inclusion in border areas. The initiative includes training librarians to act as financial educators and exploring the use of village libraries as basic banking service agents.

Bawaslu Magelang: Villages Must Serve as the First Line of Defence Against Money Politics

The Magelang General Election Supervisory Body (Bawaslu) has called on villagers to act as the primary guardians of democracy against money politics. The agency emphasises that community-led participatory oversight is essential to prevent votes from being treated as transactional commodities.

Trump Vows Severe Retaliation Against Iran If Involved in Flydubai Hijacking

US President Donald Trump has threatened to strike Iran heavily if evidence proves the nation was involved in the hijacking of a Flydubai flight to Israel. The threat comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions and potential US military escalations in the Middle East.

FL Technics Indonesia partners with GE Aerospace to strengthen avionics support

FL Technics Indonesia has entered into a strategic partnership with GE Aerospace to provide enhanced avionics maintenance services for Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 fleets. The collaboration aims to provide airlines with faster access to original avionics components and expert installation services.

List of the Most Popular Side Jobs in 2026: Profitable Options for After-Work Hours

As the modern workforce evolves, new opportunities for supplementary income are emerging, particularly driven by technological advancements. This report explores the most promising side hustles for 2026, ranging from traditional freelancing to specialised AI-based services.

Middle East Tensions Escalate: Airstrikes Kill 9 Civilians and Destroy Homes

Recent airstrikes, allegedly conducted by Pakistan, have struck residential areas in Afghanistan's Kunar and Helmand provinces, resulting in at least nine deaths, including women and children. While the Taliban government condemns the strikes as an act of aggression against civilians, Pakistan maintains the operation targeted militant hideouts.

Ministry of Law: Music Royalty Payments Are Not For The State

The West Java Regional Office of the Ministry of Law has clarified that music royalty payments for commercial use are distributed to creators via Collective Management Organisations (LMK) rather than the state treasury. Officials also reminded business owners of the legal consequences of copyright infringement and announced a zero-tariff policy for song registration.

Expert: Rice self-sufficiency is a positive achievement for the Prabowo administration

Professor Totok Agung Dwi Haryanto of Unsoed has praised the projected surge in rice production for 2025 under the Prabowo-Gibran administration. While acknowledging the positive impact of increased yields and improved grain prices, he urged the government to address crop failure risks and expand self-sufficiency to other strategic commodities.

Before Becoming National Police Chief, Suyudi Ario Seto Was a 1980s Cover Boy

Following his appointment as the National Police Chief by President Prabowo Subianto, vintage photos of Suyudi Ario Seto as a 1988 'Cover Boy' contestant have gone viral. The article traces his journey from a teenage magazine model to a high-ranking police official and former head of the National Narcotics Board.

Modern Spies No Longer Steal Documents: This is the New Modus Operandi

A recent warning from MI5 highlights a shift in technological espionage, where strategic knowledge is acquired through legitimate channels such as research funding and academic collaborations. The alert warns that foreign intelligence agencies are increasingly exploiting international partnerships and professional recruitment platforms to gain access to sensitive dual-use technologies.

BNPB Accelerates Aid for Damaged Houses and Temporary Housing for NTT Earthquake Victims

The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) is fast-tracking the distribution of financial aid and the construction of temporary and permanent housing for residents affected by the earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara. The assistance includes repair funds for lightly and moderately damaged homes, as well as housing allowances for those awaiting permanent reconstruction.

Ibas: KIP Kuliah Must Target the Right Recipients; No Student Should Drop Out Due to Administration

Edhie Baskoro Yudhoyono, Deputy Speaker of the MPR RI, has called for stricter oversight of the KIP Kuliah scholarship programme to ensure it reaches eligible students. He emphasised that the government and universities must collaborate to prevent technical and administrative hurdles from causing students to abandon their studies.

Police State Sutrimo Case Can Be Reopened If New Evidence Emerges

The Metro Jaya Regional Police have announced that the investigation into the death of Sutrimo, a former worker at the residence of former Jampidsus official Febrie Adriansyah, may be reopened if new evidence is discovered. Current findings from exhumation and witness testimonies suggest no criminal activity was involved in his passing.

Pramono Reveals Plans for Transjakarta to Manage Sea and Air Transport

Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has announced plans to expand the business scope of PT Transportasi Jakarta (Transjakarta) to include maritime and aviation sectors. The expansion aims to create a more integrated transport system and includes a significant increase in the company's authorised capital.

Video of Hijab-Wearing Students in Luwu Singing Christian Hymn Goes Viral

The Head of the Luwu Regency Education Office is seeking clarification from SMP Negeri 1 Tanate following a viral video showing Muslim students singing a Christian hymn. Authorities have stated that sanctions will be imposed if any regulations were violated during the incident.

Klungkung Launches Museum Learning Programme, Nusa Penida Yet to be Reached

The Klungkung Culture Office has introduced the 'Learning Together in Museums' (BBM) programme to educate primary school students on Balinese culture. However, students in the Nusa Penida district remain excluded from the initiative due to significant transportation and budgetary constraints.

Jakarta Provincial Government prepares young generation to lead the fight against hoaxes

The Jakarta Communication, Informatics, and Statistics Office (Diskominfotik) is preparing young ambassadors to bolster digital literacy through the 2026 Jakarta Anti-Hoax Ambassador Programme. The initiative aims to combat the rising threat of AI-driven misinformation, such as deepfakes and manipulated media, by engaging youth to mobilise communities.

Capital Market Literacy Rises as Investment Galleries Expand in NTT

The number of investment galleries in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) has increased to 23 as part of ongoing efforts to enhance capital market education. This expansion has contributed to a significant surge in local investors, which have grown nearly sevenfold over the last five years.

BPOM Educates Ancol Residents on Safe Medicine Usage

The Jakarta Food and Drug Authority (BBPOM) has conducted an educational programme for residents of Ancol to promote safe medicine management. The initiative focuses on the correct disposal of expired drugs to prevent environmental pollution and the circulation of illegal or counterfeit medicines.

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