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Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:30 WIB
Graphologist: Letter Left with Abandoned Baby in Pasar Minggu Could Have Been Written by Adult
A graphologist's analysis of a letter left with an abandoned baby found in a rice porridge cart in South Jakarta suggests the handwriting could have been written by an adult despite appearing untrained. The expert noted inconsistent spacing, variable slant, and uneven pen pressure, which are indicators of underdeveloped motor control but not necessarily indicative of the writer's age. The analysis found no evidence of multiple writers and detected signs of motor tension or emotional pressure during writing.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:30 WIB
Minister for Communications and Digital Affairs Invites Students to Discuss Reasons for Delaying Social Media Access
Indonesia's Minister for Communications and Digital Affairs Meutya Hafid held discussions with secondary school students to explain the rationale behind pending regulations restricting social media access for children under 16 years old. The minister emphasised that the regulation aims to prepare children mentally for digital spaces rather than prohibit technology use, citing input from psychologists, child development experts, and research on social media's impact on children, whilst also highlighting risks posed by advanced AI technologies in creating manipulated content.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:30 WIB
Ministry of Health Identifies Hundreds of Thousands of Children Showing Symptoms of Anxiety and Depression
Indonesia's Ministry of Health has discovered that approximately 338,000 children (4.4 per cent) and 363,000 children (4.8 per cent) screened under the 2025–2026 Free Health Screening programme show symptoms of anxiety disorders and depression respectively, indicating a significant mental health crisis among the young population. The government is responding by expanding screening coverage to 25 million children, increasing clinical psychologists at primary health centres, deploying the Healing119.id crisis service, and implementing an integrated child mental health system through inter-agency collaboration.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:30 WIB
KRL Ticket Fares Poised for Increase; PT KCI Director General Says Government Deserves Sympathy
PT Kereta Commuter Indonesia (KCI) is exploring potential fare increases for electric commuter trains (KRL) due to mounting government subsidies, with annual ridership in Jabodetabek reaching 349 million passengers in 2025. Director General Mochamad Purnomosidi stated the company is seeking various solutions to reduce subsidy burden, including plans for a premium "priority KRL" service with faster journey times but higher fares, though any fare adjustments require approval from the Ministry of Transport.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:29 WIB
Indonesia and India Establish Cooperation on BrahMos Missile System
Indonesia's Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the country is pursuing cooperation with India on the BrahMos missile system to strengthen coastal defence capabilities. The announcement follows statements by the Philippine Armed Forces Chief General Romeo S Brawner Jr about India's growing defence partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region, with further details on unit quantities to be disclosed later.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:28 WIB
Indonesia's 'dead river' a stark warning after Sumatra flood disaster
Months after Cyclone Senyar devastated Sumatra in November, a river in North Aceh remains clogged with timber, symbolising how widespread deforestation amplified the disaster by removing natural flood protections and allowing logs to become destructive projectiles. President Prabowo's administration has responded by revoking licenses for 28 corporations covering 1.01 million hectares and launching the Indonesia ASRI reforestation initiative, though critics question whether transferring cleared lands to a state investment fund genuinely prioritises environmental protection over economic profit.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:27 WIB
Bank Indonesia Reports Real Sales Index Growth of 5.7% in January 2026
Bank Indonesia reported that the Real Sales Index (IPR) grew 5.7% year-on-year in January 2026, driven by increased sales in cultural and recreational goods, food, beverages, and clothing segments. Month-on-month, retail sales contracted 2.7% in January due to post-holiday normalisation, though BI projects stronger growth of 6.9% year-on-year for February 2026 fuelled by Ramadan demand and preparation for the Idulfitri holiday.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:27 WIB
Attorney General's Office Searches Home of Ombudsman Member in Cibubur
The Attorney General's Office has conducted searches at the office of Indonesia's Ombudsman and the home of Ombudsman member Yeka Hendra Fatika in Cibubur, seizing documentary and electronic evidence. The investigation relates to allegations of obstruction of investigation and prosecution in a palm oil case involving convicted advocate Marcella Santoso and three corporations, with suspicion that the Ombudsman provided recommendations to strengthen a civil lawsuit filed with the Administrative Court.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:26 WIB
KBRI Beijing Seeks to Increase Number of Indonesian Students Studying STEM in Hunan
Indonesia's Ambassador to China and Mongolia, Djauhari Oratmangun, has called for expanded opportunities for Indonesian students to pursue STEM fields at Central South University (CSU) in Hunan Province, citing the university's strong reputation in engineering, advanced materials, transportation, and medicine. With 20,000 Indonesian students already studying in China and CSU's world-leading programmes in mining and metallurgy, the ambassador sees significant potential for deepening educational cooperation aligned with Indonesia's current development priorities, particularly in human resource development and downstream industrialisation.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:26 WIB
China reports trade growth of 21.8 per cent in January–February, exceeding forecasts
China's trade surged by approximately one-fifth in the first two months of 2026, with exports climbing 21.8 per cent year-on-year and imports rising 19.8 per cent, both substantially outpacing economist forecasts. However, shipments to the United States plummeted 11 per cent amid ongoing trade tensions and Trump administration tariffs, whilst exports to the European Union and ASEAN grew robustly at 27.8 per cent and 29.2 per cent respectively.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:25 WIB
Indonesian Embassy in Beijing Provides Consular Services and Hosts Breaking of Fast with Indonesian Citizens in Changsha
The Indonesian Embassy in Beijing extended consular services to Indonesian citizens (WNI) in Changsha, Hunan Province, where approximately 200 Indonesians, predominantly university students, received biometric recording for passport applications and consular information. Ambassador Djauhari Oratmangun emphasised the embassy's commitment to engaging directly with overseas Indonesians and encouraged citizens to register with the embassy through the Peduli WNI portal, whilst Vice Ambassador Irene highlighted the role of Indonesian communities in China as bridges of international friendship.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:25 WIB
Pertamina Chief Executive Ensures Fuel Readiness for 2026 Eid Holiday Travel Rush
Pertamina's Chief Commissioner Mochamad Iriawan conducted a field inspection at a petrol station on the Jakarta-Cikampek toll road to ensure fuel availability and service readiness for the 2026 Eid holiday travel period. The visit prioritised stock availability, non-cash payment systems, health facilities, and compliance with health, safety, security and environmental standards to accommodate the expected surge in traveller numbers.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:24 WIB
Puan Urges UN to Take Action on Iran versus US and Israel Conflict
Indonesian House of Representatives Speaker Puan Maharani has called upon the United Nations to immediately assume its role in maintaining global peace amid escalating tensions in the Middle East following reported Israeli and American strikes on Tehran that resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The Indonesian parliament has expressed deep sympathy for Iran and urged all parties to exercise restraint whilst emphasising Indonesia's commitment to free and active foreign policy in responding to global geopolitical developments.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:24 WIB
Mudik patterns shift, traffic management at tourist attractions deemed necessary
The Indonesian Transportation Association (MTI) has called for local governments to implement comprehensive traffic management at popular tourist destinations ahead of the 2026 Eid holiday exodus, citing a shift in mudik patterns whereby travellers now combine homecoming visits with leisure tourism. The government's Transportation Policy Agency estimates 143.9 million people may travel during the 2026 Eid break, with various policy instruments already in place including public transport discounts, toll road rate reductions, and alternative work arrangements to mitigate congestion.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:23 WIB
KPK: Sting Operation Against Rejang Lebong Regent Over Alleged Project Bribery
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) arrested the Regent of Rejang Lebong in Bengkulu Province, Muhammad Fikri Thobari, along with 12 others in a sting operation on 9 March over allegations of project-related bribery within the regency government. A total of 13 suspects were detained, with nine brought to Jakarta for further investigation, including the regent and deputy regent Hendri Praja; the KPK also seized documentation, electronic evidence, and cash, and sealed several offices within the local government as part of the investigation.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:20 WIB
Managing Eid Allowance: Use the 50-30-20 Method to Make It Last
Indonesian workers are advised to manage their Eid holiday allowance (THR) strategically using the 50-30-20 budgeting method to prevent rapid depletion. Prudential Syariah executives recommend treating THR as a blessing requiring clear financial planning with four priorities: religious obligations and charity, Eid celebrations, future savings and investments, and family protection. The 50-30-20 method allocates 50 per cent of income to essential needs, providing a practical framework for sustainable financial management during the festive season.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:20 WIB
Lebanon situation deteriorates; France urges UN Security Council emergency meeting
France has requested an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council following the rapid deterioration of the situation in Lebanon, prompted by escalating Israeli military strikes in response to Hezbollah rocket attacks. The French government has allocated €6 million in emergency aid for humanitarian organisations in Lebanon and is preparing to send humanitarian assistance whilst conducting diplomatic discussions with both Israel and Lebanon aimed at preventing further conflict escalation.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:20 WIB
Prabowo Confident Indonesia Can 'Transform' Plants into Fuel
President Prabowo Subianto has expressed optimism that Indonesia can produce petroleum fuel from plant-based sources such as palm oil and cassava, citing the country's significant natural resources and the need to reduce dependence on fuel imports amid global energy uncertainty. The Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry is advancing plans to accelerate biofuel adoption, increasing biodiesel blending to B50 and promoting E20 bioethanol for petrol vehicles as a cost-effective alternative when crude oil prices exceed US$100 per barrel.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:17 WIB
Trump Threatens to Strike Iran 20 Times Harder in Response to Strait of Hormuz Closure
United States President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning that America will strike Iran twenty times harder if Iran continues blocking oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, the critical maritime corridor handling approximately 20 per cent of global oil trade. The closure followed the US and Israel's large-scale attack on Iran on 28 February, which prompted Iranian retaliation with waves of missile and drone attacks, causing tanker traffic through the strait to plummet by 90 per cent in a week. Trump framed the threat as protection for international energy markets, describing it as a "gift from America to China and all nations heavily dependent on the Strait of Hormuz."
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 11:16 WIB
Speaker Puan Expresses Condolences for Ayatollah Khamenei's Death in US-Israel Attack, Urges UN Action
Indonesia's House Speaker Puan Maharani has expressed deep condolences to Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a military strike by the United States and Israel on 28 February 2026. In her parliamentary address, Puan criticised the military escalation as a violation of state sovereignty and called upon the United Nations to take action to uphold international law, protect civilians, and maintain global peace and stability.
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