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Sat, 28 Mar 2026, 00:05 WIB
Komdigi: TikTok Ready to Block Child Accounts, Roblox Tightens Restrictions for Underage Users
Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) is implementing the Government Regulation on Child Protection in the Digital Realm (PP TUNAS), effective 28 March 2026, which mandates digital platforms to restrict access for users under 16. Platforms like TikTok and Roblox have committed to gradually deactivating accounts for those under 16 and limiting under-13 players to offline mode, respectively, while X/Twitter and Bigo Live are fully cooperative, with the former raising its minimum age to 16 and the latter upgrading its app rating to 18+. This regulation underscores the government's push to safeguard minors online, with partial and full compliance from major platforms signalling proactive industry response.
Sat, 28 Mar 2026, 00:05 WIB
Work-from-Home Policy on the Horizon, Set to Begin in April?
The Indonesian government is poised to announce a work-from-home (WFH) policy before the end of March, aimed at reducing fuel consumption amid global energy price pressures. The policy will mandate one day of WFH per week for civil servants, specifically every Friday, while private sector companies will receive recommendations to follow suit. Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa confirmed the decision is final, highlighting potential savings in fuel alongside economic benefits from increased activity.
Sat, 28 Mar 2026, 00:03 WIB
New Zealand Updates National Fuel Strategy
New Zealand has updated its national fuel plan in response to supply uncertainties stemming from Middle East conflicts, outlining four escalating response phases for petrol, diesel, and jet fuel while currently operating at Phase 1 focused on monitoring and flexibility. Finance Minister Nicola Willis stated no fuel restrictions are necessary yet, but proactive measures ensure readiness, with decisions guided by six assessment criteria like export restrictions or stockpile changes. Deputy Energy Minister Shane Jones emphasised collaboration with industry, noting adequate current supplies but preparation for potential future challenges.
Sat, 28 Mar 2026, 00:01 WIB
Digital Minister: Tunas Regulation Created to Protect Children's Data Privacy
Minister of Communication and Digital Meutya Hafid has clarified that the Government Regulation Number 17 of 2025 on the Governance of Electronic Systems in Child Protection (PP Tunas) is designed to safeguard children's data privacy, which is currently scattered across various social media platforms. She highlighted concerns over the exploitation of children's data for monetisation purposes and the fact that children often lack awareness about sharing personal information online. In response, platforms like X, Bigo Live, and Roblox are adjusting their age restrictions and policies ahead of the regulation's implementation on 28 March 2026, aiming to enhance child safety in digital spaces.
Sat, 28 Mar 2026, 00:00 WIB
H+6 Return Flow 2026: 172,000 People Crowd Soekarno-Hatta Airport
On the sixth day after Eid al-Fitr 2026, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Tangerang, Banten, saw a significant influx of returning holidaymakers, with PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia forecasting 172,179 passengers, comprising 93,333 arrivals and 78,846 departures across three terminals and 1,136 domestic and international flights. Observations at Terminal 1 revealed crowds at baggage claim, arrival gates, and pick-up areas, with most arrivals from cities like Denpasar, Makassar, Kualanamu, Yogyakarta, and Pangkal Pinang. The airport operator anticipates the peak of the return flow on 28 March, coinciding with the end of the extended Idulfitri holiday period, highlighting the strain on Indonesia's key aviation infrastructure during major national holidays.
Sat, 28 Mar 2026, 00:00 WIB
Ahead of AGM, Sido Muncul's Leader Reveals 5 Strategies to Boost Company Performance
As Sido Muncul prepares for its Annual General Meeting on 9 April, Director Irwan Hidayat is set to reclaim the CEO position for a second term, marking the transition to the next generation of family leadership in the Indonesian pharmaceutical firm. He outlined five key initiatives to enhance performance, including improving corporate governance transparency, implementing efficient procurement and inventory systems, expanding export markets through supplement products, and launching a public campaign to promote share saving as a safe investment habit among employees and the wider public. These strategies aim to drive profitability, global reach, and greater domestic participation in the capital market, potentially reducing reliance on foreign investors.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:58 WIB
Police Urge Residents to Exercise Restraint Following Deadly Clash in Southeast Maluku
A violent clash between youth groups in Danar Village, Southeast Maluku, from the night of 26 March to the early hours of 27 March 2026, resulted in one civilian death, multiple injuries including to three police officers, and significant property damage, including three houses burned down. Maluku Police have restored order with the aid of Brimob units and are appealing to the public to remain calm, avoid provocation, and trust security forces for handling the situation. Efforts are underway for reconciliation and social recovery, highlighting the need for community leaders and local government involvement to maintain stability in the region.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:57 WIB
Umrah Pilgrims' Bus Catches Fire, 24 Indonesians Confirmed Safe
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that all 24 Indonesian umrah pilgrims on a bus that caught fire en route from Mecca to Medina in Saudi Arabia are safe and have been evacuated to Medina. The incident occurred after a tyre burst led to smoke and subsequent fire, destroying the vehicle and passengers' belongings, but no injuries were reported. The ministry is coordinating with travel agents and Saudi authorities to ensure further assistance and compensation for the affected pilgrims.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:56 WIB
YouTube and Instagram Yet to Cooperate on PP Tunas, Menkomdigi Reminds of These Two Principles
Indonesia's Minister of Communication and Digital, Meutya Hafid, has urged digital platforms operating in the country to adhere to principles of universality and non-discrimination in implementing Government Regulation No. 17 of 2025 on Electronic System Management for Child Protection (PP Tunas), effective from 28 March 2026. While platforms like X, Bigo Live, and Roblox have made adjustments such as raising minimum age limits or restricting offline access for under-13s, YouTube and Instagram remain uncooperative. The government emphasises that all businesses must comply with Indonesian laws to safeguard children equally regardless of background, highlighting the regulation's role in fostering a safer online environment for minors.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:55 WIB
WFH for Civil Servants: Public Services Must Remain Optimal
Dwi Rio Sambodo, a member of Commission B of the DKI Jakarta DPRD, has stressed that public services must continue to operate optimally without compromise if a once-weekly work-from-home (WFH) policy is implemented for civil servants (ASN). He advocates for a hybrid and rotational approach for public-facing roles such as hospitals, community health centres, and licensing services to prevent disruptions, ensuring clear mechanisms based on measurable performance evaluations to avoid workload imbalances. The Jakarta administration, led by Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo, is prepared to follow central government directives on WFH post-Eid as an energy-saving measure amid rising global oil prices, with the DPRD planning to oversee budget reports and legal frameworks for implementation.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:53 WIB
TikTok and Roblox Agree to Comply with Provisions Ahead of PP Tunas Taking Effect
TikTok and Roblox have demonstrated partial cooperation by committing to align their services with Indonesia's Government Regulation No. 17 of 2025 on Child Protection in Electronic System Governance (PP Tunas), effective from 28 March 2026, though they seek a time extension for full compliance. The regulation, signed by President Prabowo Subianto in March 2025, mandates digital platforms to implement age restrictions and risk assessments to shield children from online threats like cyberbullying, scams, and harmful content, initially targeting eight major platforms including YouTube and Facebook. As of 27 March 2026, only X and Bigo Live have fully met the requirements, underscoring the government's push for safer digital environments for Indonesian youth.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:48 WIB
Judicial Commission records 78 participants registering for selection of Supreme Court and ad hoc judges
The Judicial Commission (KY) has recorded 78 participants registering online for the 2026 selection of Supreme Court judge candidates and ad hoc judges for human rights and corruption cases as of the second day of registration. The breakdown includes 30 for Supreme Court positions (with 26 active), 11 for ad hoc human rights judges (9 active), and 37 for ad hoc corruption judges (35 active), with registration open until 16 April 2026. This selection process aims to fill vacancies in the Supreme Court and ensure transparency and independence in judicial appointments.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:40 WIB
Latest US-Israel Attack Targets Iran's Arak Nuclear Facility
The United States and Israel have launched coordinated strikes on Iran's Arak nuclear facility, specifically targeting a uranium processing plant in Ardakan, Yazd Province, amid escalating regional tensions. Iranian officials reported no casualties due to prior security measures, while the Israeli Defense Forces issued evacuation warnings before commencing attacks on Iranian military infrastructure. This assault follows previous strikes and raises concerns over Iran's nuclear programme, particularly the heavy-water reactor at Arak, which has long been a point of international contention due to its potential for plutonium production.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:40 WIB
Head of BGN States MBG Distribution Adjusted to School Attendance Days
The Head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), Dadan Hindayana, has clarified that the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme will be distributed based on students' actual school attendance days, halting during holidays to ensure efficiency. This approach responds to proposals to limit distributions to five days per week, potentially saving the state budget up to Rp40 trillion annually amid global economic pressures. In 2026, the focus will shift to enhancing programme quality as instructed by President Prabowo Subianto, maintaining its effectiveness for schoolchildren, pregnant women, and toddlers.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:37 WIB
Cabinet Secretary: Presidents Prabowo and PM Anwar discuss geopolitics for three hours
President Prabowo Subianto held a three-hour meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim at Merdeka Palace in Jakarta, focusing on Eid al-Fitr greetings and in-depth discussions on geopolitical dynamics in West Asia and other strategic global issues. The warm and personal interaction underscored the close bilateral ties between Indonesia and Malaysia, with the leaders even sharing a vehicle to the airport upon conclusion. This dialogue highlights the importance of sustained communication to strengthen strategic cooperation amid evolving global challenges.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:37 WIB
Complying with PP Tunas, X/Twitter and Bigo Live to Begin Blocking Underage Accounts Tomorrow
Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs is enforcing the Government Regulation on Child Protection in the Digital Realm (PP Tunas), effective from 28 March 2026, which mandates digital platforms to restrict access for minors. Platforms X (formerly Twitter) and Bigo Live have shown full cooperation by adjusting their minimum age requirements to 16 and 18 respectively, and will start deactivating underage accounts from tomorrow. While TikTok and Roblox are partially compliant and seeking extensions, this initiative underscores the government's commitment to safeguarding children online amid growing digital risks.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:34 WIB
These Are Some Benefits If Ride-Hailing Services Use Electric Vehicles
Electrifying two-wheeled vehicles in the online motorcycle taxi and logistics sectors is seen as a rational step to reduce the burden of fuel subsidies while strengthening national energy resilience, potentially saving billions of litres of fuel annually. Abra Talattov from the Institute for Development of Economics and Finance estimates that with around 7 million drivers consuming 35-70 million litres of fuel daily, shifting just 20-30% to electric motorcycles could save 2.5-7.5 billion litres per year, translating to fiscal savings of Rp3.7 to Rp15 trillion. This initiative would significantly alleviate pressure on the state budget and promote sustainable energy practices.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:33 WIB
BGN Reactivates SPPG Seri Kuala Lobam in Bintan Regency
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has reactivated the Seri Kuala Lobam Nutrition Fulfilment Service Unit (SPPG) in Bintan Regency, Kepulauan Riau, following a temporary closure due to non-compliance in serving the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. The unit, operated in partnership with Yayasan Gawe Rencage Pasundan, will resume operations on 16 March 2026 after evaluations confirmed improvements in food processing, infrastructure, and support facilities, serving 2,870 students across 20 schools and 252 pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and toddlers. Officials emphasise ongoing strict monitoring and community oversight to ensure adherence to BGN standards across all 16 operational SPPGs in Bintan, highlighting the programme's role in addressing nutritional needs in the region.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:32 WIB
Vehicle flow on Cikatama Toll Road to Jakarta surges on H+6 of Eid al-Fitr
Traffic volumes on the Cikatama Toll Gate in Karawang, West Java, peaked at 5,900 vehicles per hour towards Jakarta during the evening rush on H+6 of Eid al-Fitr 2026, marking the highest for the day amid the return flow of holiday travellers. PT Jasamarga Transjawa Tol reported a significant increase in usage, with over 54,000 vehicles by 6 PM, boosted by a 30% toll discount that encouraged public participation. Traffic engineering measures, including contraflow expansions and route adjustments at KM 72 to Cikopo, are being adapted to manage the congestion on this key Jakarta-Cikampek corridor.
Fri, 27 Mar 2026, 23:30 WIB
Part-Time PPPK Salaries in Mataram City Yet to Be Disbursed, Secretary: Work First, Then Get Paid
The Secretary of Mataram City, Lalu Alwan Basri, has addressed complaints from part-time PPPK employees whose March salaries remain unpaid, explaining that such payments are disbursed at the end of the month based on contract terms after work is completed. While full-time PNS and PPPK staff receive salaries at the beginning of the month, part-time workers must first perform their duties, with March payments scheduled for early April. The Head of the Regional Financial Agency assured that administrative delays will be resolved promptly once submissions from relevant departments are received, highlighting ongoing challenges in public sector payroll management.
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