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Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:30 WIB
BCA Posts Rp45.2 Trillion Profit as Productive Loans Grow 17.2%
Bank Central Asia (BCA) reported net profit of Rp45.2 trillion for the first nine months of 2026, up 4.2% year on year, while total lending rose 12.6% to Rp1,063 trillion. Productive loans grew faster, increasing 17.2%, and the bank now expects full-year credit growth of 10–12%, above its initial target, with asset quality and capital ratios remaining robust.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:27 WIB
Fisherman Dies in Kajang Police Station Detention; Family Reports Case to Police Internal Affairs
The family of Anto bin Mallisa Dg Baro has accused officers at Kajang Police Station in South Sulawesi of beating him to death less than 24 hours after his detention, and has filed a complaint with the National Police’s Propam division. Four officers are reportedly in special detention pending an investigation, while the family says it sought national-level scrutiny after facing pressure to settle the case through mediation.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:25 WIB
BNPB: No More Fire Hotspots on Mount Ciremai
BNPB says the forest and land fire on Mount Ciremai in West Java has been fully extinguished, with no active hotspots detected since 24 October. Rainfall assisted suppression efforts, while earlier reports noted smoke from an approximately 30-hectare burned area and weather modification operations to encourage further rain.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:25 WIB
MSIG Life’s Share Free Float Still Well Below 15%, Chief Executive Says
MSIG Life has pledged to meet the Indonesia Stock Exchange’s 15% minimum free-float requirement by the 31 March 2027 deadline, although it has yet to decide how to do so. Its current free float is 7.5%, and the insurer says it is reviewing options with shareholders.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:23 WIB
Businessman Reports Influencer to Police over Alleged Rp95 Million Fraud
Businessman Adhi Santoso says he has reported an influencer identified as AA to West Jakarta Police, alleging that AA took Rp95 million by promising to find investors for his business. Santoso says the money was transferred in instalments to several accounts between September and October 2026, and that he filed a formal complaint on 23 October.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:23 WIB
Those Who Neglect Prayer Will Be Gathered with Pharaoh, His Minister and an Enemy of the Prophet
A hadith warns that those who fail to observe their prayers will have neither light, defence nor salvation on the Day of Judgement, and will be gathered with Pharaoh, Haman and Ubay bin Khalaf. Islamic scholars cited in the article explain the figures’ opposition to faith and say that neglecting prayer reflects reasons similar to those associated with them.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:23 WIB
Metro Jakarta Police Urge the Public to Prioritise Dialogue and Keep the Situation Calm
Metro Jakarta Police have urged residents to handle differences through respectful communication, verify information before sharing it and resolve disputes peacefully. The force says it is coordinating with the Indonesian military and Jakarta provincial government ahead of public activities, with officers tasked to protect demonstrations while maintaining public access and other community activities.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:21 WIB
Attorney General’s Office Questions Two Former Energy Ministry Officials over Alleged Bekasi Oil and Gas Joint Operation Corruption
Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office has questioned two former Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry officials as witnesses in an investigation into alleged irregularities in a Bekasi-owned oil and gas company’s joint operation with Pertamina EP from 2009 to 2024. Investigators are examining claims that approval and licensing procedures were bypassed, with state losses estimated at around Rp2 trillion; no suspects have yet been named.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:20 WIB
Government pushes to commercialise genomic research for national self-sufficiency
Indonesia’s Higher Education, Science and Technology Ministry is urging the commercialisation of genomic and biotechnology research so it can deliver innovations that address public needs. Officials say progress will require stronger computing and research capacity, as well as collaboration among universities, industry and government to turn research into regulated, marketable products.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:20 WIB
ASEAN could take years to prepare for next major energy disruption, says Philippine energy secretary
Philippine Energy Secretary Sharon Garin says ASEAN may need several years to strengthen infrastructure and emergency fuel supplies in preparation for another major energy disruption. She also highlighted the need for bilateral agreements to build the ASEAN Power Grid, while saying liquefied natural gas will remain part of the Philippines’ energy mix as renewable generation expands.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:20 WIB
Global Investors Interested in Indonesia’s Oil and Gas Sector, If Conditions Are Right
Pertamina says international investors could be drawn to Indonesia’s upstream oil and gas sector if the government provides competitive fiscal terms and incentives across exploration, development and commercialisation. The state-owned energy company is allocating about 75% of its capital expenditure to upstream activities as it pursues the national target of producing one million barrels of oil a day by 2030.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:19 WIB
Three Job Training Institutions Apply for KUR Loans for Indonesian Migrant Workers in West Nusa Tenggara, with Province Subsidising 6% Interest
Three job training institutions in West Nusa Tenggara have applied to facilitate People’s Business Credit (KUR) loans for Indonesian migrant workers, with the provincial government covering the 6% interest. The scheme is intended to curb brokerage and prevent prospective workers from selling assets to finance departure, while supporting legal and protected recruitment.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:18 WIB
Motorola Edge 70 Neo to Feature a 6.78-Inch AMOLED Display and 50MP Camera
Leaked specifications indicate that Motorola’s Edge 70 Neo will feature a 6.78-inch, 144Hz AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset and a 50MP main camera. The phone is also expected to have a 7,000mAh battery, Android 16 and IP64 dust and splash resistance, although Motorola has not yet announced a launch date.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:18 WIB
481 Bogor Junior High School Students Suspected of Food Poisoning After Free Nutritious Meals
A total of 481 junior high school students in Dramaga, Bogor, were treated after suspected food poisoning linked to the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme. Most have recovered and been discharged, while food samples are undergoing laboratory tests and the Bogor Regency Government is covering treatment costs.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:18 WIB
Agriculture Minister Amran Says There Are Middlemen in Livestock: ‘We Will Take Firm Action’
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman says the government will investigate intermediaries suspected of profiting unfairly from the livestock supply chain, after chicken prices fell at farm level but rose for consumers. The probe will involve the Food Task Force and law enforcement, alongside efforts to improve feed supply and establish reference and maximum retail prices without harming either farmers or consumers.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:18 WIB
Bappenas Says Population Administration Bill Is Key to Accurate Development Data
Bappenas Deputy Minister Febrian Alphariyanto Ruddyard says the Population Administration Bill is crucial to ensuring accurate, up-to-date demographic data for policy-making, budgeting and the equitable distribution of development benefits. The government aims to submit its 1,027-point list of issues on the bill to the House of Representatives on 8 November 2026, with debate to follow.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:17 WIB
Four Hidden App Settings to Stop One-Tap Trading from Draining Your Account Balance
The article warns that mobile one-tap trading can lead to accidental or oversized positions and less favourable execution, with trading costs gradually eroding smaller accounts. It advises traders to review their app settings, although the supplied text does not detail the four settings promised in the headline.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:17 WIB
Medan City Government Records Rp608 Million in Sales at Mustika Deli Gallery
Mustika Deli Gallery, which showcases products from government-supported small businesses, recorded sales of Rp608.46 million between July and September 2026. Medan officials say the gallery’s location at the city’s Public Service Mall and community engagement are helping attract visitors and support local MSMEs.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:17 WIB
Bank Indonesia Bali urges money changers to protect tourists’ confidence
Bank Indonesia’s Bali office has urged non-bank foreign exchange businesses to operate legally, saying compliance is essential to protect tourists and preserve confidence in Bali’s tourism industry. With tourism accounting for nearly 60 per cent of the island’s economy, the central bank is promoting education and joint monitoring, including support from customary villages, to identify unlicensed operators.
Tue, 27 Oct 2026, 18:16 WIB
Government Prepares 2,882 Free Homecoming Places to 10 Cities for Christmas and New Year: See the Destinations
The Transport Ministry will provide 2,882 places on 70 buses for its free overland homecoming programme during the 2026 Christmas and 2027 New Year holiday period, serving 10 cities. Registration opens on 2 December for departures on 22–23 December, with the service operating outbound only; traffic management measures will also include vehicle inspections and restrictions on goods transport.
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