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Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:30 WIB
New Development in Bogor ATR/BPN Land Permit Bribery Case as KPK Summons Bela Parahiyangan Investindo Director
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned five senior executives of property developer PT Bela Parahiyangan Investindo as witnesses in an alleged bribery and gratification case involving ATR/BPN officials in Bogor. Investigators say they will use the executives’ testimony to trace suspected illicit payments and compare it with documents seized during searches of government and company offices.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:30 WIB
Saguling and Cirata Reservoir Cages Exceed Capacity; Fish Farmers Urged to Switch
Fish farming in floating net cages at West Java’s Saguling and Cirata reservoirs has exceeded the prescribed capacity, prompting Bandung Barat authorities to encourage farmers to move production to land-based ponds using mini recirculating aquaculture systems. Fish output in the regency fell to 28,748 tonnes in January–August 2026, down from 38,296 tonnes a year earlier, amid lower water levels during the dry season.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:29 WIB
Seeking Employment Opportunities for People with Disabilities
A Jakarta job fair highlighted the barriers faced by disabled jobseekers, as wheelchair user Amelia Zuhalmi and her father struggled to identify suitable vacancies despite her degree, internship and work experience. Amelia and her father are calling for more accessible recruitment and roles that match disabled applicants’ skills and qualifications.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:27 WIB
Balikpapan Refinery 99% Complete, National Fuel Stocks Declared Secure
Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia says the Balikpapan refinery upgrade is 99% complete, with technical adjustments and commissioning the remaining tasks. He also said national fuel stocks meet minimum requirements, while the government is monitoring distribution and expects the project to reduce fuel imports once fully operational.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:25 WIB
KPK Probes Anom Widiyantoro’s Campaign Funding Needs as It Questions MP Doni Akbar
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) questioned MP Doni Akbar about his knowledge of the campaign funding needs of suspended Pemalang regent Anom Widiyantoro during a probe into alleged extortion in the regency administration. The investigation stems from a July 2026 sting operation and involves two alleged extortion schemes, including claims that Anom’s associate collected Rp1.98 billion and that a KPK staff member’s father sought money by offering to handle a case.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:23 WIB
Depok Parking Attendant Stabbed by Ormas Member Over ‘Just’ Rp30,000 Parking Fee
A parking attendant in Cimanggis, Depok, was stabbed three times after a dispute with a local community organisation member over a Rp30,000 parking payment. Police said the confrontation escalated from an argument and WhatsApp messages, and that the suspect was arrested with a knife; both men were reportedly smelling of alcohol.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:21 WIB
Indonesian and UAE Foreign Ministers Pledge to Strengthen Partnership in Strategic Sectors
Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates have reaffirmed their commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation, including in political and economic affairs, trade and investment, as they mark 50 years of diplomatic relations. The ministers also discussed developments in the Middle East, stressing the need for dialogue and diplomacy to promote peace, stability and de-escalation.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:20 WIB
Celebrity Shark in South Korea Returns to Canal After Rescue
A dusky shark that had been trapped in a Busan canal for more than a month returned just hours after authorities guided it back towards the sea. Officials are considering strengthening the floating barrier or capturing and relocating the shark, whose apparent injuries and failure to feed have raised concerns about its health as water temperatures fall.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:20 WIB
KPK Searches Fadia Arafiq’s Husband’s Home in Money-Laundering Probe, Seizes Electric BMW
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) searched the Semarang home of Ashraff Abu, husband of suspended Pekalongan Regent Fadia Arafiq, and seized an electric BMW as part of a money-laundering investigation. The probe extends an alleged corruption case involving conflicts of interest in procurement and other receipts at the Pekalongan Regency Government; no suspect has yet been named in the new investigation.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:20 WIB
BPBD prepares water-bombing operation to tackle forest fires on Mount Ciremai
Kuningan’s disaster management agency says a water-bombing operation is being prepared to support ground crews battling fires in Mount Ciremai National Park. The planned air operation will involve two or three flights, subject to equipment and logistical readiness, while hundreds of personnel continue firefighting across difficult, high-altitude terrain.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:20 WIB
Why Are Wealthy Chinese Moving Their Money to the US en Masse?
Wealthy Chinese clients are increasingly opening US bank accounts as Beijing tightens scrutiny of offshore wealth and imposes a 20% tax on income and gains from offshore trusts. US accounts may be less visible under international reporting arrangements, but advisers warn that relocating assets does not erase Chinese tax liabilities and existing transfer records may help authorities trace them.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:19 WIB
Barantin strengthens MSME market access through quarantine awareness
Indonesia’s Quarantine Agency (Barantin) is expanding support for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) seeking to export, including through provincial export clinics and guidance on destination-market requirements. The agency is also pursuing cooperation with the Ministry of MSMEs and other partners to improve exporters’ preparedness and broaden access to global markets.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:17 WIB
Dozens of Israeli Fighter Jets Fly Close to Iran’s Border in Possible Provocation
Dozens of Israeli fighter jets reportedly approached Iran’s border after flying over Syria and Iraq, in a manoeuvre that US sources say may have been intended to provoke an Iranian response. The operation, described by Israeli and US officials as a deterrence exercise, reportedly risked miscalculation and renewed fighting amid an unresolved regional conflict.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:16 WIB
Two Women in Manado Brawl, Rolling on the Tarmac, in TikTok Live Stream
Police in Manado are investigating a fight between two women that took place in Malalayang and was broadcast live on TikTok. Officers say they are still questioning witnesses and have yet to establish the sequence of events or motive.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:16 WIB
Critical Mineral Processing Opens Opportunity for Indonesia to Dominate Global Supply Chains
Indonesia could capture substantially more value from its critical minerals by expanding processing and battery manufacturing, with nickel’s value rising sharply as it moves from ore to battery inputs and products. Officials and industry representatives say coordinated investment, stronger domestic capabilities and resilient supply chains are essential to ensure that the benefits extend beyond raw-material exports.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:15 WIB
Cooperatives Ministry: Strengthening Creativity and Innovation Is the Foundation of Cooperative Sustainability
The Cooperatives Ministry says creativity and innovation are essential to sustaining cooperative businesses, improving product competitiveness and supporting national economic growth. Deputy Minister Farida Farichah cited a women-led weaving and fashion cooperative in Klaten and said the Merah Putih village cooperatives are expected to provide a route to market for local creative, agricultural and small-business products.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:15 WIB
iPhone Duo Prices in Indonesia Reach Rp75 Million as Pre-orders Sell Out
Apple’s first foldable phone is priced from Rp45.68 million to nearly Rp76 million in Indonesia, with pre-orders at authorised retailers sold out by late morning. The iPhone Duo is scheduled to go on sale on 30 October and features a large folding display, upgraded connectivity and a multi-camera system.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:14 WIB
Forestry Ministry investigates suspected illegal timber trading network in West Kalimantan
The Forestry Ministry is investigating a suspected inter-district network involved in illegal timber trading after officers stopped a truck carrying processed ulin and meranti timber in Sanggau and arrested its driver. Investigators are tracing the timber’s owners, transport chain and recipients, including possible links to Ketapang and Kubu Raya, as the ministry says enforcement is vital to protecting forest governance and compliant businesses.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:14 WIB
Suahasil says civil servants’ salaries will continue to be paid directly into recipients’ bank accounts
Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara said salaries for civil servants, the military and police will continue to be transferred directly to each recipient’s bank account, rejecting a proposal to route payments through village cooperatives. He said direct transfers support efficient public treasury management and financial inclusion, and are also used for teachers’ allowances and social assistance; the government is planning a one-person, one-account programme for eligible people aged over 17.
Fri, 23 Oct 2026, 13:14 WIB
DeepSeek secures Rp271 trillion in funding despite US restrictions
Chinese AI firm DeepSeek has reportedly secured US$15 billion in funding from potential investors including CATL and Tencent, despite US restrictions on its use by federal civilian agencies over security concerns. The fundraising would support expanded AI infrastructure and open models, intensifying competition in the global AI market.
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