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Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:30 WIB
River Embankment Breach Floods Hundreds of Homes in North Aceh
Flooding inundated hundreds of homes across three sub-districts in North Aceh after heavy rain caused a river embankment to collapse. In Krueng Village, water entered homes and disrupted residents’ daily activities as they waited for floodwaters to recede.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:29 WIB
Jakarta Community Health Centres Urged to Prepare for the Spread of Influenza
A Jakarta legislator has urged community health centres to strengthen early detection and public health education as the city monitors influenza A. The Jakarta Health Agency says it is tracking case trends and preparing healthcare facilities, testing capacity, medicines and referral services for any rise in demand.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:29 WIB
Bappenas: Creative Economy Part of National Development Strategy
Bappenas is positioning the creative economy as a new engine of growth, targeting a contribution of more than 8% of Indonesia’s GDP by 2029. The sector generated around Rp183 trillion in investment, nearly US$32 billion in exports and about 27 million jobs in 2025, while the government says future growth must deliver greater value to creators through stronger markets, intellectual property protection and responsible use of digital technology and AI.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:27 WIB
Education Ministry gives special-needs pupils a chance to showcase their talents internationally
The Education Ministry is sending six pupils from special schools across Indonesia to compete in the junior Greenhorn Chefs Challenge at Battle of the Chefs 2026 in Penang, Malaysia. The initiative aims to expand inclusive talent development, build confidence and strengthen skills through tailored training for pupils and their accompanying teachers.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:25 WIB
TikTok Employees Sound Alarm Over Alleged Neglect of Child Exploitation Risks
Court documents in ongoing US lawsuits indicate that TikTok employees repeatedly warned executives about weaknesses in child-safety measures, including risks of grooming and exploitation during livestreams. Employees also cited gaps in age checks and parental controls, while alleging the company failed to act despite earning revenue from livestream content involving minors.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:25 WIB
Indonesia-China Partnership to Develop 90 MWp Solar Power Plant in Sulawesi
Indonesian company Dayabumi Energi and China’s GEM have signed memoranda of understanding to explore a 90 MWp solar plant and 40 MWh battery storage system for industrial zones in Central Sulawesi. The project aligns with Indonesia’s push for 100 GW of renewable energy and supports plans to lower the carbon footprint and operating costs of industrial activity.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:23 WIB
Six Suspects Arrested for Selling Subsidised Fuel Amid Shortages
Police in Jembrana, Bali, have named six people as suspects in three cases involving the resale of subsidised Pertalite during fuel shortages. The alleged schemes ranged from siphoning fuel at a petrol station to selling it online and through small shops, with prices reaching Rp70,000 for 1.5 litres; the suspects face up to six years in prison if convicted.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:23 WIB
Police Leadership School Holds FGD at Metro Jaya Police Headquarters on Strategic Leadership
Participants in the fourth cohort of the Police Staff and Leadership School held a focus group discussion at Metro Jaya Police Headquarters as part of a Level III management training course. The session focused on human resources, organisational governance and analytical tools intended to help police leaders assess internal conditions and external challenges when making strategic decisions.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:23 WIB
Indonesia and the Future of UN Peacekeeping Missions
UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s visit to Indonesia has highlighted the country’s contribution to peacekeeping, including the four Indonesian personnel killed while serving in Lebanon. With UNIFIL’s mandate due to end in December 2026, Indonesia can use its operational experience to advocate for a safe transition and continuity of essential UN functions in southern Lebanon.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:22 WIB
Police Reveal Timeline of Fatal Crash on Rasuna Said
A collision between a Honda Mobilio and an Isuzu pick-up on Jalan HR Rasuna Said in South Jakarta left one passenger dead and five others injured. Police say the minibus driver may have lost concentration, and are awaiting urine-test results while examining CCTV footage and vehicle roadworthiness.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:22 WIB
Bareskrim Busts Boxkia Online Gambling Site, Chinese National Arrested
Indonesia’s Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) has dismantled Boxkia, an online gambling site allegedly controlled by a Chinese national, and arrested four people. Investigators say the site used virtual currency and prize-based gacha games, with deposits and withdrawals channelled through bank accounts, crypto and payment services; authorities are investigating the suspects and seeking to block accounts linked to its operations.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:20 WIB
Baznas and Religious Affairs Ministry Strengthen Zakat Ecosystem for Madrasah Education
Baznas and the Ministry of Religious Affairs are expanding cooperation to improve madrasah education, including through the 2026 Madrasah Fit for Learning programme, which aims to upgrade facilities and infrastructure. The initiative will rely on collaboration among government, zakat organisations, businesses and communities, with local Baznas offices helping remote madrasahs overcome difficulties registering online.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:20 WIB
Prabowo Attends 2026 Regional Financial Access Acceleration Team National Coordination Meeting at JIExpo Kemayoran
President Prabowo Subianto attended the 2026 national coordination meeting of the Regional Financial Access Acceleration Teams (TPAKD), alongside cabinet ministers, financial regulators and regional leaders. The meeting brings together national and local officials around efforts to expand access to financial services in the regions.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:20 WIB
Danantara Targets Rp270 Trillion in Investment for Indonesia at NAF 2026
Danantara Indonesia is seeking to mobilise US$30 billion in investment for the New Asia region through the New Asia Forum 2026, with Indonesia aiming to attract 40–50% of the total. The forum, scheduled for December in Bali, will connect global investors with investment-ready opportunities across eight sectors, from energy and infrastructure to agriculture and education.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:19 WIB
IDX to Exclude HSC Shares from JCI Calculation from 2 November 2026
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) will exclude shares classified as having high shareholding concentration (HSC) from the Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) from 2 November 2026. The exchange is also changing the index review timetable and constituent-adjustment procedures, while retaining its capped free-float-adjusted market-capitalisation weighting method.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:19 WIB
On Santri Day, Kiai Cholil Nafis Reflects on How Pesantren Teach Economic Independence and Resilience
MUI deputy chairman Kiai Cholil Nafis says pesantren education fosters financial independence, discipline and mental resilience through everyday routines and managing limited money. He also urged pesantren leaders to strengthen safeguards against violence and bullying while preserving public trust in these religious schools.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:18 WIB
Police Question 18 Witnesses over KMP Batumandi Fire in Merak
Banten police have questioned 18 people, including passengers and crew, as they investigate the fire aboard the KMP Batumandi in waters off Merak. Investigators are coordinating with the National Police Forensic Laboratory and plan to refloat the sunken vessel so they can examine the scene.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:17 WIB
Manpower Ministry Prepares Industry-Integrated Vocational Training in Special Economic Zones
The Manpower Ministry is preparing a four-month vocational training model tailored to employers’ needs in Special Economic Zones (KEKs), linking skills development with workplace experience and job placement. The programme is intended to prioritise competencies required by industry rather than simply the number of trainees, and will involve vocational centres and businesses.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:17 WIB
‘Buy Indonesia’ and Optimism about National Economic Resilience
The article argues that the call by Deputy House Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad to ‘Buy Indonesia’ can help reinforce confidence amid a sharp fall in the Jakarta Composite Index. But lasting investor trust will depend on tangible reforms to market transparency, ownership disclosure, regulatory certainty and investor protection, particularly before MSCI’s classification review deadline in June 2027.
Thu, 22 Oct 2026, 14:16 WIB
SPPK Trainees Hold Leadership FGD at Jakarta Metro Police
Trainees from the fourth cohort of the Police Staff and Leadership School held a discussion on strategic leadership and organisational governance at Jakarta Metro Police headquarters. The programme aims to strengthen officers’ analytical and policy-making skills, with an emphasis on critical, data-driven leadership and practical organisational analysis.
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