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Sun, 15 Mar 2026, 00:25 WIB
National Police Chief Urges Mudik Travellers to Prioritise Safety: Don't Rush, Rest if Fatigued
National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has appealed to Indonesians travelling home for Eid al-Fitr celebrations to prioritise road safety and avoid overexertion. The police have established rest stops, integrated service posts, and health facilities across the country to support mudik travellers and reduce accident rates during the Eid holiday period.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026, 00:13 WIB
Cilacap Regent Allegedly Extorts Government Units for Eid Holiday Allowance Since Eid 2025
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has alleged that Cilacap Regent Syamsul Auliya Rachman extorted government units within the district administration to fund Eid holiday allowances (THR) as far back as Eid 2025. The regent allegedly instructed the Regional Secretary to collect money from 25 district agencies, two general hospitals, and 20 health centres, targeting Rp750 million to cover Rp515 million in external allowances for senior officials and the regional leadership forum. The practice appears to have continued into 2026, when the regent and other suspects were caught red-handed on 13 March 2026.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026, 00:09 WIB
KPK Warns Regional Leaders Against Demanding Holiday Bonus "Cut", Threatens Firm Action
The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has warned regional leaders against demanding a portion of holiday bonuses (THR) following investigations into two regent cases involving such demands. The KPK's Enforcement and Execution Deputy has assured the public that the agency will continue monitoring and prosecuting corruption cases throughout the Ramadan period and beyond.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026, 00:04 WIB
Islamic Pesantren Character Development Initiative at Lirboyo Highlights Students' Role in National Building
The Indonesian Ministry of Religion held its "Pesantren Breakfasting: Dialogue and Quran Study Session with Students" at Lirboyo Islamic Boarding School in Kediri, focusing on character development of pesantren students as a critical foundation for the nation's future. Senior Ministry officials emphasised that pesantren education provides 24-hour integrated character and spiritual development through holistic interaction between religious scholars, students, dormitory life, and mosque settings, protecting students from drugs and moral degradation whilst instilling Islamic values through practice. The initiative demonstrates the government's commitment to supporting pesantren as Indonesia's indigenous educational institution that cultivates intellectual and social capital for the coming generation.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026, 00:03 WIB
Which Countries Can Transit the Strait of Hormuz? Here Are the Criteria
Iran's Ambassador to Indonesia Mohammad Boroujerdi has stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to countries that comply with wartime traffic protocols and do not cooperate with Iran's enemies, citing Indonesian vessels as examples of permitted passage. The ambassador emphasised that Iran must secure the strait amid ongoing attacks by the United States and Israel, and that transiting ships must adhere to established protocols during wartime conditions.
Sun, 15 Mar 2026, 00:00 WIB
Italy Denies Negotiating with Iran over Strait of Hormuz Passage
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has denied reports by the Financial Times claiming that Italy and other European nations were negotiating with Iran to secure safe passage for their vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Tajani stated that Italy is not conducting any such negotiations with Iran, citing ongoing military conflict in the region, whilst the EU maintains diplomatic channels remain open but notes that bilateral negotiations are not timely at present given escalating regional tensions.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:59 WIB
PGA Reports Mount Marapi Eruption on Saturday Night with Duration of 201 Seconds
Mount Marapi in West Sumatra experienced an eruption on Saturday evening at 23:29 WIB, lasting approximately three minutes and 21 seconds, with a maximum seismograph amplitude of 30.2 millimetres. The volcano, now at Alert Level II status, has triggered warnings of potential cold lava flows for residents living along river channels originating from the peak, particularly during heavy rainfall.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:59 WIB
175 Schoolgirls in Minab Become Martyrs; Iranian Embassy Condemns and Calls US Cowardly
Iran's embassy in Indonesia has issued a strong condemnation of an attack on Shajareh Tayyebeh Primary School in Minab, Hormozgan Province, that killed at least 175 schoolgirls and injured over 95 others, which Tehran attributes to the United States and Israel. The embassy argues the attack constitutes a serious violation of international humanitarian law and the Geneva Conventions, demanding international accountability and calling for global conscience to respond. Iran has called for investigations and reaffirmed its commitment to diplomatic resolution whilst appealing to the international community to strengthen child protection efforts in armed conflict zones.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:59 WIB
Ramadhan Tradition in Kwitang: Thousands of Worshippers Attend Mass Breaking of Fast at Al-Awwabin Mosque
Thousands of worshippers gathered at Al-Awwabin Mosque in Kwitang, Jakarta, on Saturday 14 March 2026 for a mass breaking of the fast during Ramadhan. The annual tradition, held on the 25th night of Ramadhan and coinciding with Quranic recitation completion ceremonies at the religious study circle, brought together approximately 1,000 congregants from various areas across Jakarta.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:56 WIB
Ambassador: Vast Potential for Educational Cooperation and Islamic Dialogue Between Indonesia and Russia
Russian Ambassador to Indonesia Sergei Tolchenov has identified significant opportunities for strengthening people-to-people ties between Indonesia and Russia through Islamic education and interfaith Muslim dialogue. Tolchenov highlighted existing examples of Russian Muslim students studying at Indonesian Islamic universities and pesantren, and proposed reciprocal educational exchanges to deepen religious understanding. He also emphasised the importance of dialogue between Muslim scholars and religious leaders from both nations, noting Russia's plans to host the Strategic Vision Group Russia–Islamic World forum in Kazan in May 2026.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:53 WIB
Nuzulul Qur'an Observance: Islamic Union Calls for Qur'an as Life Guide
The Islamic Union (PUI) has urged the strengthening of Islamic outreach and the role of Islamic scholars during the 1447 Hijriah Nuzulul Qur'an commemoration, emphasising the Qur'an as a comprehensive life guide. According to PUI advisor Prof Achmad Tjachja, the Qur'an should serve not only as religious guidance but also inform social, educational, and civilisational development through study, understanding, and application of its values.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:52 WIB
KAI Madiun Predicts Peak Eid Travel Rush on 18 March 2026
PT Kereta Api Indonesia's Madiun operational division predicts the peak of the 2026 Eid homecoming rush will occur on 18 March, with approximately 16,000 passengers expected to arrive at Madiun Station. The railway operator is preparing 15 locomotives and additional trains to accommodate an estimated 229,000 passengers over the 22-day holiday transport period, representing a 4 per cent increase from the previous year.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:50 WIB
Five US Military Tanker Aircraft at Saudi Base Hit by Iranian Missiles
Five US Air Force refuelling aircraft sustained damage in a missile attack at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, according to reports citing US officials. The incident occurred amid a wave of Iranian missile strikes targeting military bases in the region, and follows the confirmed loss of a KC-135 tanker aircraft in western Iraq with six crew members killed, marking the fourth US aircraft lost since hostilities commenced on 28 February.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:50 WIB
Officials Forced to Borrow Money to Meet Regent's 'Bonus' Demands in Cilacap
The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has revealed that department heads in Cilacap Regency were forced to borrow money to meet extortionate demands from Regent Syamsul Auliya Rachman, who sought Rp750 million (£37,000) in funds under the guise of bonuses for regional leadership. The scheme resulted in project finance corruption ('ijon proyek'), forcing officials to reduce public infrastructure quality, ultimately harming communities through degraded roads, bridges, healthcare services, and medicines.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:49 WIB
PT IPC TPK and LAZISKU Distribute Zakat to North Jakarta Community
PT Indonesia Port Corporation Terminal Peti Kemas (IPC TPK), partnering with the Kemandirian Umat Islamic Zakat, Infaq and Sedakah Institution (LAZISKU), distributed employee zakat contributions to 160 beneficiaries comprising the poor and vulnerable populations across North Jakarta's Tanjung Priok, Koja, and Cilincing subdistricts. The initiative, which included commodity packages and cash assistance, represents a routine corporate social responsibility programme aimed at strengthening social solidarity and supporting economic empowerment ahead of Ramadan.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:49 WIB
Islamic Higher Education Faces Challenges in the AI Era
The chairman of the Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta Islamic University alumni association, Ace Hasan Syadzily, has called on graduates to safeguard the development of Islamic higher education in Indonesia amid significant technological and global challenges. Alumni leaders emphasised their moral responsibility to contribute to advancing Islamic universities in line with contemporary needs, whilst discussing strategies to strengthen these institutions at both national and international levels.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:48 WIB
Iranian Ambassador: Strait of Hormuz Remains Open to Nations Complying with Protocols
Iranian Ambassador Mohammad Boroujerdi has declared that the Strait of Hormuz is not closed and remains open to countries that comply with maritime traffic protocols, particularly during wartime. The ambassador cited security concerns following recent joint attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran, which resulted in the deaths of 175 schoolgirls in Minab city, emphasising that Iran must ensure its security whilst allowing compliant vessels to transit the strategic waterway.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:48 WIB
KPK Charges Cilacap Regent in Extortion Scheme Disguised as THR Collections
Indonesia's Anti-Corruption Commission (KPK) has formally charged Cilacap Regent Syamsul Auliya Rachman and Regional Secretary Sadmoko Danardono with extortion for allegedly coercing public health facilities and village administrations to contribute funds disguised as holiday allowance (THR) collections since 2025. The scheme targeted 25 village administrations, 2 district hospitals, and 20 health centres, with each unit pressured to submit between Rp75 million to Rp100 million, generating approximately Rp610 million in seized cash.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:43 WIB
ASDP Operates 35 Ferries to Ease Congestion of Mudik Travellers at Gilimanuk Port
PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry has increased its ferry fleet from 30 to 35 vessels operating on the Ketapang-Gilimanuk route to manage growing congestion during the Lebaran mudik (homecoming) period. On 8 days before Lebaran 2026, approximately 37,877 passengers crossed from Bali to Java, with five additional large-capacity ferries prioritised for loading at Gilimanuk port to ease the holiday travel surge.
Sat, 14 Mar 2026, 23:40 WIB
Ministry of Religious Affairs Begins Implementing Eco-theology-Based Government Procurement
Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs has launched a sustainable government procurement approach grounded in eco-theology, which balances environmental, economic, and social benefits alongside operational efficiency. The ministry held a webinar in March 2026 to train procurement officers on sustainable procurement practices and the concept of Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP), aiming to improve human resource competency and support domestic products and UMKM empowerment.
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