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HR Manager Orchestrates Job Scam, Shrimp Factory in Pati Swarmed by Residents

Hundreds of residents protested at a shrimp processing factory in Pati, Central Java, following allegations of a fraudulent recruitment scheme. An HR official allegedly extorted millions of rupiah from job seekers with false promises of employment.

PERADI Profesional partners with UI to organise special advocate education

The National Leadership Council of PERADI Profesional has partnered with the University of Indonesia (UI) to conduct Special Advocate Profession Education (PKPA). This collaboration aims to enhance the quality of legal training and expand access to professional legal education across various Indonesian cities.

20,000 Women MSME Owners Have Participated in DBS Foundation and MCI Programme

The 'Financial Inclusion for Women Entrepreneurs' programme, a collaboration between DBS Foundation and Mercy Corps Indonesia, has reached 20,000 women entrepreneurs so far. The initiative aims to empower 40,000 micro and small business owners in Semarang, Surabaya, and Medan by 2027 through financial literacy and digital marketing training.

OJK Prepares 5 New Strategies to Strengthen Banking Sector through 2030, Credit Grows by 13.65 Per Cent

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has unveiled five strategic priorities under its 2026โ€“2030 Roadmap to bolster Indonesia's banking industry against global economic shifts and technological advancements. Recent data shows robust performance, with bank credit growing by 13.65 per cent year-on-year as of August 2026.

Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources holds social service for earthquake victims in Nagekeo

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) has launched a social assistance programme to support earthquake-affected residents in Nagekeo Regency, East Nusa Tenggara. The initiative includes free healthcare services, trauma healing for children, and the distribution of essential food supplies to aid post-disaster recovery.

Densus 88 Arrests Two Terrorism Suspects in Klaten, Central Java

Indonesia's elite counter-terrorism unit, Densus 88, has apprehended two suspected terrorists in Palar Village, Klaten. During the operation, police seized various items including mobile phones, a tablet, and books related to the suspects' activities.

Karawang Regent emphasises no illegal levies in official mutations and rotations

Karawang Regent Aep Syaepuloh has declared that there are no fees involved in the mutation and rotation of civil servants within the Karawang Regency Government. He urged officials to focus on performance and public service, warning that any reports of bribery or illegal levies would be investigated.

Peradi Profesional Partners with UI to Aim for High-Quality Advocate Education

The National Leadership Council (DPN) of Peradi Profesional has partnered with the University of Indonesia (UI) to conduct Special Education for the Advocate Profession (PKPA). This collaboration aims to enhance the quality of legal training and expand access to professional legal education across various Indonesian cities.

Investment Link Bisa Jadi Pilihan untuk Memenuhi Kebutuhan Perlindungan dan Tujuan Keuangan

The Chief Product Officer of Allianz Life Indonesia highlights that investment-linked insurance products can serve both protection and financial goals. However, he emphasises the importance for policyholders to understand premium allocation, investment mechanisms, and associated costs before committing to such products.

Bali Regional Craft Council Seeks Solutions for Endek Weaver Regeneration

The Bali Regional National Craft Council (Dekranasda) is seeking strategic solutions to address the declining number of traditional Endek weavers despite high market demand. The council aims to revitalise the craft ecosystem by protecting intellectual property and establishing Bali as a national distribution hub for traditional textiles.

Bakom Head Syahganda: President Prabowo's Thoughts are Difficult for the Public to Grasp

The Head of the Government Communication Agency (Bakom), Syahganda Nainggolan, stated that while government programmes are visible, President Prabowo Subianto's underlying constitutional ideas are harder for the public to comprehend. To bridge this gap, Bakom plans to strengthen media engagement and study the impact of algorithms and AI on political communication.

Jakarta Regional Council Proposes Revision to Special Jakarta Region Law to Increase Seats

The Jakarta Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) has proposed an amendment to the Special Jakarta Region Law to increase the number of council seats from 106 to between 180 and 220. The proposal aims to alleviate the heavy workload of current members and ensure better representation for Jakarta's 11 million residents.

Two Children in East Jakarta Victims of Sexual Abuse by Neighbour and Scavenger

Two young children in Cawang, East Jakarta, have fallen victim to separate incidents of sexual abuse involving a local scavenger and a neighbour. The victims' families are seeking legal and psychological assistance as the perpetrators remain at large.

480 Nutrition Service Units Activated in Remote Areas; National Nutrition Agency Ensures Expansion of Free Nutritious Meal Programme Continues

The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has officially activated 480 Nutrition Service Units (SPPG) across 16 provinces, specifically targeting remote, frontier, and outermost (3T) regions and areas with high stunting prevalence. This move is part of a larger strategy to expand the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme throughout Indonesia.

Seventh Prabowo-Gibran Reshuffle Takes Two Days, 18 Officials and 26 Presidential Advisory Council Members Inaugurated

President Prabowo Subianto has conducted his seventh cabinet reshuffle, involving the inauguration of numerous high-ranking officials including the Chief of National Police and several Coordinating Ministers. The restructuring, which took place over two days in early October 2026, marks a significant realignment of the Red and White Cabinet.

Three Gerindra DPRD Members Sent to Rehabilitation After Drug Party Arrest

Three members of the Gerindra Party faction from the Situbondo, Banyuwangi, and Malang regional legislatures are undergoing outpatient rehabilitation following a drug raid in Surabaya. The officials were caught during a drug party at a hotel, and the party has pledged strict sanctions, including potential dismissal, if legal guilt is proven.

Danantara Aims for 5%-10% Stake in IDX, OJK Confirms No Official Application Yet

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has stated that it has not yet received any formal application regarding Danantara's plan to acquire a 5% to 10% stake in the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). Under current regulations, any acquisition exceeding a 5% threshold requires prior regulatory approval.

Moment Listyo Sigit Leaves National Police Headquarters Following Chief of Police Handover Ceremony

General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has officially departed the National Police Headquarters following his appointment as the Chief of Staff to the Presidency. The handover ceremony, which saw General Suyudi Ario Seto assume leadership of the Indonesian National Police, was attended by several high-ranking military and state officials.

Minister Brian Urges Indonesian Rectors to Avoid Excessive New Study Programmes to Ease Accreditation Burden

The Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology, Brian Yuliarto, has advised university rectors to merge similar study programmes rather than creating new ones. This initiative aims to reduce administrative burdens and simplify the accreditation process for Indonesian higher education institutions.

US Sanctions Two French Charities, Alleging USD 2 Million Contribution to Hamas

The United States government has imposed sanctions on two French-based charities, accusing them of being part of a sophisticated network that funneled over USD 2 million to Hamas. The US Treasury Department revealed that the funds were moved through deceptive charitable fronts and cryptocurrency channels to evade detection.

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