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Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 04:30 WIB
Former Central Jakarta Police Crime Chief Says He Apologised After Disciplinary Sanction
Former Central Jakarta Metro Police crime chief AKBP Roby Heri Saputra says he has apologised verbally and in writing, as required by a police ethics panel. The panel found him in breach of professional ethics rules concerning decency and adultery, issued several sanctions and removed him from his post.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 04:24 WIB
Kuningan Included on Geothermal Project List; Regent Seeks Explanation from Energy Ministry
Kuningan Regency is among 14 locations being considered for geothermal development, but the local government says it has yet to receive formal technical details. The Energy Ministry clarified that inclusion on the list does not mean Kuningan has been designated as a geothermal working area ready for auction or as a site for preliminary surveys and exploration.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 04:20 WIB
AI Giant Opens Office in Indonesia’s Neighbouring Country: Take a Look at the Job Vacancies
Anthropic has opened a new office in Singapore and signed an MoU with the government covering AI safety, adoption and the technology’s effects on society and work. The agreement comes as Singapore seeks greater transparency from technology companies and builds partnerships with other AI firms, including OpenAI and Microsoft.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 04:05 WIB
Two Habits That Make People Like Satan
A story cited in Maulana Muhammad Zakariyya Al-Kandahlawi’s book Fadhail Namaz identifies neglecting prayer and swearing freely—whether truthfully or falsely—as habits associated with Satan. The account serves as a religious reminder to maintain regular prayer and exercise care in speech.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 04:01 WIB
BRAN Seeks Simple Coordination with Agrarian Ministry to Avoid Bureaucratic Complexity
The National Agrarian Reform Agency (BRAN) says it wants clear responsibilities and straightforward coordination with the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN), rather than adding layers of bureaucracy. It is accelerating work on its organisational structure and regulations, targeting completion in the fourth week of October ahead of a planned 100-day programme starting in November 2026.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 04:00 WIB
Police Ram Raid Meth Courier’s Car in Langkat, Finding Drugs in Seats and Dashboard
Police in North Sumatra arrested a 31-year-old man after pursuing and ramming his car, which was allegedly carrying 24kg of methamphetamine from Aceh to Palembang. Officers said the drugs were concealed in the rear floor, modified seats and dashboard, and that the suspect had previously transported narcotics on another route.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 03:46 WIB
Pharmaceutical Company Aims to Serve More Than 60 Million Patients by 2030
Novo Nordisk aims to reach more than 60 million patients worldwide by 2030 as it expands its treatment portfolio and production capacity. Its strategy also includes new potential blockbuster medicines, clinical development targets and steady returns for shareholders, while the company cautioned that these ambitions are not formal financial guidance.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 03:25 WIB
Farmers Cheer as Higher Grain Prices Boost Returns on Increased Harvests
Farmers in Indramayu are reporting harvests averaging more than seven tonnes per hectare, with yields reaching 9.5 tonnes in areas that received sufficient water during the dry season. High prices for harvested and milled dry paddy, well above the government purchase price, have increased returns for many farmers, although drought and stem-borer infestations have caused losses for others.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 03:22 WIB
Indonesia Backs UNESCO’s Open Science Initiative
Indonesia has backed UNESCO’s open science policy, while stressing that it must protect data and intellectual property and take account of differing national capacities. The country also supports making education-system resilience a priority for 2026–2027 and highlighted efforts to upskill vocational teachers in line with technology and industry needs.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 03:17 WIB
Student in Grobogan Beaten by Classmate’s Uncle After Taunts About Parents’ Names
A 17-year-old student was allegedly assaulted by the uncle of a classmate at a café in Grobogan after pupils exchanged insults involving their parents’ names. CCTV footage reportedly shows the victim being repeatedly struck, while his mother says a group of around six people came to the café where he worked.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 03:00 WIB
Four Priority Areas for Tackling Forest and Land Fires in Tanjung Puting National Park
The government has identified four priority battlegrounds for fighting forest and land fires in Tanjung Puting National Park, using thermal drones to pinpoint key locations. Plans include drilling around 30 wells, deploying about 160 ground personnel and considering heavy machinery to prevent fires—particularly near Pesalat’s wildlife feeding area—from reaching the park’s core zone.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 02:44 WIB
Former Israeli Security Chief Sues Netanyahu for NIS 3 Million over Alleged Defamation
Former Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar has filed a defamation suit against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, seeking NIS 3 million in damages. Bar says Netanyahu falsely blamed him for failing to prevent the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack to deflect scrutiny from his own responsibility, while Netanyahu argues Bar should have called him directly as signs of an attack emerged.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 02:30 WIB
Bank Employee Stabbed by Unknown Assailant in Bondowoso
A 25-year-old bank employee was stabbed while riding alone on a quiet road in Bondowoso, East Java, late on Monday night. Police are pursuing the unidentified attacker, investigating the motive and have collected evidence and witness statements.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 02:22 WIB
Are Your Welfare Decile Data Inaccurate? How to Challenge and Update Them, and Check Social Assistance
Indonesia’s Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf has urged residents to report inaccurate records in the National Single Socio-Economic Data (DTSEN), which is used to assess welfare levels. The article outlines channels for challenging or updating decile data, including the Statistics Indonesia website, the Ministry of Social Affairs’ Cek Bansos app and social-protection services.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 02:15 WIB
Cimanggis Market Residents Describe Blast: ‘We Felt as Though We Were Lifted’
Two people were killed in an explosion at Cimanggis Market in South Tangerang, with witnesses describing a powerful blast, thick smoke and debris that left nearby buildings damaged. Police said the explosion was not caused by a bomb; investigators found 52-kilogram ethylene gas cylinders and are still examining the cause.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 02:03 WIB
Unpas Bandung Lecturer Accused of Sexually Harassing 13 Female Students; Up to Six Suspects Alleged
Students at Universitas Pasundan say they have received 13 reports of alleged sexual violence involving between four and six suspected perpetrators, including a lecturer from the Faculty of Law. They have called on the university to investigate, support the victims and take decisive action, warning of a larger protest if there is no clear follow-up within seven days.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 01:50 WIB
Police Officer Who Beat Junior to Death in South Sulawesi Police Dormitory Sentenced to 15 Years
Former police officer Pirman has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for killing junior officer Bripda Dirja Pratama at the South Sulawesi Police dormitory in Makassar. Both the defence and prosecutors plan to appeal, while Pirman had previously been dismissed from the police force for ethical violations.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 01:48 WIB
Unreasonable Procurement Worth Rp541.64 Billion and Rp43.89 Billion in Uncollected Fines: BPK Uncovers a Series of MBG Problems
Indonesia’s Audit Board (BPK) has identified procurement priced above reasonable standards worth Rp541.64 billion and at least Rp43.89 billion in late-delivery penalties that have not been collected in the 2025 Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. It also found Rp34.33 billion in unreturned programme funds, irregular goods expenditure of Rp20.44 billion, and a further Rp3.91 billion in unpaid fines and taxes, recommending that the National Nutrition Agency recover the amounts and improve procurement cost estimates.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 01:37 WIB
Cimanggis Market Explosion Site Was a Fruit Storage Warehouse
Police say the site of the explosion at Cimanggis Market in South Tangerang was a fruit storage warehouse where workers were packing produce for distribution. The blast killed two people and injured 11; police are examining five witnesses as search and rescue teams continue looking for any other victims trapped in the rubble.
Thu, 15 Oct 2026, 01:30 WIB
Prayer Times for Denpasar, Badung and Gianyar Today, 15 October 2026
The article lists prayer times for Denpasar, Badung and Gianyar on 15 October 2026, citing the Ministry of Religious Affairs’ Directorate General of Islamic Community Guidance. It also includes transliterated intentions and English meanings for the five daily prayers, along with guidance on wording for praying alone, as an imam or as a congregant.
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