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Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:31 WIB
Labour Protection Law Shortens Outsourcing Contract Period, Says Apindo
The Indonesian Employers' Association (Apindo), led by Shinta Kamdani, has responded to the newly passed Labour Protection Law, which caps outsourcing contracts at four years. Apindo had lobbied for a five-year limit and says it has also pressed its views on which types of work may be outsourced. The law also grants outsourced workers severance rights on termination and restricts the scope of outsourceable work, a change that will matter for employers and workers alike.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:30 WIB
PKS Sikapi Putusan MK Terkait Ijazah Gibran
The Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) has said it respects the Constitutional Court's ruling in case No. 01/PHPU.PRES-XXIV/2026, which found no valid and convincing evidence regarding Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka's education credentials. PKS, through presidential staff head Pipin Sopian, called on the House of Representatives (DPR) to scrutinise the matter and strengthen ethical standards among national leaders. The statement highlights the continuing political attention surrounding the vice president's education requirements.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:30 WIB
BNPT: Patterns of Extremist Exposure Evolve with the Digital Ecosystem
The National Counter-Terrorism Agency (BNPT) reports that 620 children aged 11 to 18 across 34 provinces were identified as exposed to extremism and violent ideologies through digital spaces between January and August 2026, including within the True Crime Community ecosystem. To address this, BNPT has signed a memorandum of understanding with 13 universities in the Special Region of Yogyakarta to strengthen prevention through education, critical thinking and community resilience. The move signals a shift towards early, community-based intervention rather than relying solely on state enforcement.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:28 WIB
Prabowo Reveals Investment in IWIP Area Reaches US$20 Billion
President Prabowo Subianto said realised investment in the Indonesia Weda Bay Industrial Park (IWIP) in Central Halmahera, North Maluku, has exceeded US$20 billion, with a further US$7 billion in development planned and over 100,000 workers reportedly employed. At the inauguration of 11 downstream projects and the first export of electric vehicle batteries, he pledged the government would protect all investments placed on Indonesian soil. The episode underscores the government's push for downstream industrialisation, though officials offered few details on the composition of the investment figures.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:27 WIB
Deputy State Secretary: Gibran's Diploma Not Non-Existent, But Not Yet Found
Deputy State Secretary Bambang Eko Suhariyanto said the Constitutional Court's ruling on Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka's education requirement has not yet affected his legitimacy, stressing that the court said the high school equivalent diploma was "not yet found" rather than "non-existent". He added that the government is awaiting further developments over the coming days, amid calls for a special committee (pansus) or DPR inquiry right (hak angket). The issue is significant as it touches on the eligibility criteria of the country's vice president and the government's stance on the court's ruling.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:25 WIB
Agrinas Targets 20% Share of Indonesia's Biodiesel Market: Here Is the Plan
PT Agrinas Palma Nusantara (Persero), a state-owned palm oil company, aims to supply up to 20% of Indonesia's national biodiesel needs from its managed plantations. Its president director, Mohammad Abdul Ghani, estimates around 400,000 hectares could yield about 1.4 million kilolitres of biodiesel, which together with a 600,000-kilolitre Riau plant could approach 2 million kilolitres. The plan links plantation management to national energy security amid rising demand from the biodiesel blending mandate.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:24 WIB
Aceh Singkil accelerates 108 post-disaster recovery projects
The Aceh Singkil Regency Government has instructed contractors to expedite 108 post-disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction projects ahead of the rainy season. While 75 packages have been completed, authorities are urging the timely delivery of materials to prevent weather-related delays.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:23 WIB
Seven Students in Bukit Duri Found Truanting During Public Order Crackdown
The Bukit Duri subdistrict office in South Jakarta detained seven students suspected of skipping school during a joint "Rabu Tertib" enforcement operation, following public reports of disruptive activity at a local café. Authorities said some of the students were suspected of links to narcotics or synthetic cigarette use, and the crackdown also targeted unpermitted religious buildings, mass organisation posts on public land, and obstructive parking that hampers fire response. The operation highlights the local government's emphasis on inter-agency coordination and persuasive enforcement in dense residential neighbourhoods.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:23 WIB
Electoral Bill Working Committee to Take Input During DPR Recess, All Issues to Be Discussed
The working committee (Panja) on the Electoral Bill (RUU Pemilu) has confirmed it will continue gathering input from stakeholders during the DPR's recess, with hearings and public consultations already scheduled. Committee chair Bahtra said the deliberations will extend beyond the issues that have drawn the most attention so far, with the schedule and progress to be published publicly. The move signals an effort to broaden public participation in shaping rules intended to improve both the quality of elections and democracy.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:22 WIB
Dewi Asmara vows to oversee protection of sexual violence victims in Islamic boarding schools
Deputy Chair of House Commission XIII Dewi Asmara has pledged to monitor the handling of sexual violence cases at religious educational institutions following a hearing with the witness and victim protection agency LPSK, Komnas Perempuan and the Mataram child protection body. The commission agreed on four measures, including stronger inter-agency coordination, a joint meeting with House leadership, a review of remissions and parole for convicted sex offenders, and faster establishment of regional LPSK offices. The cases at the Ponpes ABW in Central Lombok and Ponpes MBS in Jombang highlight the urgent need for stricter child protection standards in religious schools.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:22 WIB
King Cobra Nest with 23 Eggs Found in Jegu, Tabanan
The Tabanan Asih Reptile Foundation discovered a king cobra nest containing 23 eggs reported to be ready to hatch in Jegu village, Penebel district, on Thursday. A day earlier, the team relocated a pregnant female king cobra of about 2.3 metres found near a frequently used path in Timpag, Kerambitan, after residents reported it. The findings indicate that king cobra breeding is still occurring in Tabanan, and the foundation urges residents not to handle large snakes themselves but to report them to trained rescuers.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:21 WIB
Thief Caught on CCTV Steals Laptop Left Behind by Commuter on Bekasi KRL Train
A commuter's laptop, left on an overhead rack in a KRL commuter train carriage at Kranji Station in Bekasi City, was allegedly stolen by another passenger, with the loss estimated at Rp 5 million. The incident, dated 2 October 2026, has been reported to police, and the Bekasi City Metro Police say they are investigating and pursuing the suspect. The case highlights ongoing concerns about passenger security on Jakarta-area commuter rail services.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:21 WIB
Prabowo Jokes at Luhut's Expense: "The Wheel Has Turned, Now I Am His Commander"
President Prabowo Subianto joked with National Economic Council (DEN) Chairman Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan during a groundbreaking ceremony for 11 downstream projects and the first export of EV batteries in Central Halmahera, North Maluku. The light-hearted remark recalled their shared military history, when Luhut was the first commander of the Gultor 81 counter-terror unit and Prabowo was his deputy. The exchange highlights the close personal and professional ties between two senior figures shaping Indonesia's downstreaming and economic agenda.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:20 WIB
Cracked Earth in Kalimantan: IPB Professor Responds to Fears of Desertification
An IPB University soil scientist has cautioned that cracks appearing in the ground at Dusun Limus, West Kalimantan, resemble dryness patterns seen in parts of Africa but do not indicate that the land is turning into desert. Cracking is a natural result of clay-rich soil or sediment shrinking as it dries, though the specific cause remains unconfirmed without field examination. He stressed that cracks alone do not signal a serious threat and that soil, water and land-use conditions should be investigated first.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:19 WIB
France Releases 10 Million Barrels of Diesel from Reserves to Ease Market Pressure
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu announced that France will release 10 million barrels of diesel from its strategic reserves to ease pressure on fuel markets, with the measure expected to lower pump prices by an estimated 12 to 18 euro cents per litre over three months. The move comes amid rising fuel prices driven by the Middle East conflict and disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Lecornu also asked state-owned utility EDF to maximise its generation capacity to keep electricity prices from rising this winter.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:19 WIB
Video: Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin on Rp 641 Trillion Health Spending, Hospital and Medical Equipment Investment
At the CNBC Indonesia Health Summit 2026, Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin said annual health spending in Indonesia has reached Rp 641 trillion, with per capita spending far below Malaysia's, and projected it could rise to Rp 1,200 trillion within five years. He outlined government efforts to boost domestic production of medical devices and medicines, including plasma-derived drugs to reduce albumin imports, through easier regulation and investment incentives. The remarks signal a policy push to position healthcare as a driver of economic growth as well as a public service priority.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:18 WIB
Teenager Found Dead in Pool of Blood in Bogor Believed to Be Wrong-Target Victim
Police in Leuwisadeng, Bogor Regency, West Java, are investigating the death of a 16-year-old boy who was found bleeding to death from a sharp-weapon wound to the thigh. Officers believe he was a victim of mistaken identity rather than a brawl, and a 16-year-old suspect has been detained and referred to the women and children protection unit. The case highlights ongoing concerns about youth violence and the involvement of minors in serious crime.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:18 WIB
Visitor to Surabaya Prison Caught Smuggling Methamphetamine Hidden in Fried Chicken
An elderly visitor to the Class I Surabaya Correctional Facility was caught attempting to smuggle 17.11 grams of suspected methamphetamine, concealed in four packets inside fried chicken, to an inmate serving a narcotics sentence. The case has been handed to the Sidoarjo city police narcotics unit, highlighting ongoing efforts to block drug trafficking within prisons. Officials say the crackdown is part of the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections' 15-point action programme.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:18 WIB
PDIP Criticises KPU After Constitutional Court Ruling: Commissioners Should Not Run Again
Komarudin Watubun, a PDI Perjuangan member of House Commission II, has urged the current General Election Commission (KPU) commissioners not to seek re-election, arguing they bear moral and ethical responsibility after the Constitutional Court (MK) hearings exposed flaws in their work. The MK rejected the presidential election dispute petitions on the grounds that the petitioners lacked legal standing, leaving Gibran Rakabuming Raka's candidacy as vice president unchanged. Komarudin also suggested the House could pursue impeachment proceedings if Gibran is deemed to have breached the law, though this would depend on parliament's decision.
Thu, 08 Oct 2026, 13:18 WIB
Marking Three Years of Gaza Genocide, Dompet Dhuafa Amplifies Call for Palestinian Independence
Dompet Dhuafa, an Indonesian philanthropic organisation, marked three years since the renewed genocide in Gaza by calling for an end to the violence and for Palestinian independence. The organisation outlined its ongoing humanitarian work, including medical rehabilitation, mobile clinics, ambulances, food programmes, water sanitation and education support. The article reflects Indonesian civil society's sustained engagement with the Palestinian cause and its humanitarian response in Gaza.
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