Archive: 10 November 2026
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Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:47 WIB
Gibran Asks Prabowo to Take Legal Action; PDI-P Questions Move, Saying Administrative Court Cannot Overturn Supreme Court Ruling
PDI-P politician Deddy Yevri Sitorus questioned Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s reported plan to pursue a case over his education documents at the Administrative Court, arguing that the court cannot overturn a Supreme Court ruling. Gibran has reportedly asked President Prabowo Subianto for an opportunity to prove the documents’ validity through legal proceedings, amid court decisions concerning his eligibility and an equivalency certificate.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
Amid Resignation Furore, Gibran Says He Will Take These Steps Over His Diploma
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka says he respects public criticism over questions surrounding his education documents and does not want the issue to become a prolonged political dispute. He says President Prabowo Subianto advised him to continue pursuing the matter through the administrative court, submit all education records and coordinate with the education ministry’s directorate general on a judicial review at the Supreme Court.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
SMEXPO Nasional 2026 Launched to Strengthen the MSME Market
Pertamina has launched SMEXPO Nasional 2026, aiming to strengthen domestic markets for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and generate up to Rp34 billion in business-to-business and business-to-consumer transactions. The annual expo features 52 selected businesses in Jakarta and is intended to build MSME capacity, encourage innovation and support sustainable growth and job creation.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
Reportedly Considering Resignation, Gibran Says Prabowo Is Like a Father to Him
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming said he respects public criticism and does not want the current political tensions to become a prolonged controversy, while describing President Prabowo Subianto as a father figure. He said Prabowo advised him to pursue legal avenues over questions about his diploma and educational background; a minister had earlier said Gibran voiced an intention to resign amid legal developments.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
Yusril Says Supreme Court Ruling on Vice-President Gibran’s Senior High School Certificate Is Final
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra says the Supreme Court’s ruling in a dispute over Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s education-equivalency document is final, with no further legal challenge available. The ruling upheld a lawsuit against the education authorities and found that Gibran did not hold a senior high school diploma.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:45 WIB
AM Sangadji, National Movement Figure from Maluku
Abdoel Moethalib Sangadji, a prominent Maluku-born activist in Indonesia’s national movement, was among 19 people awarded the title of National Hero by President Prabowo Subianto on 10 November 2026. The article traces his work in Sarekat Islam, his role in spreading independence ideas across the archipelago, and his involvement in the Youth Pledge movement and post-independence activities.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:44 WIB
Public demonstrations proceed peacefully, Metro Jaya Police commend residents
Metro Jaya Police praised residents for conducting demonstrations in an orderly and peaceful manner across Jakarta on Tuesday. Of 74 recorded events, 70 had concluded by 5pm, while police continued to facilitate the remaining gatherings and manage traffic.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:44 WIB
Soengkono, BKR Commander in the Battle of Surabaya on 10 November 1945
Soengkono, who helped organise Indonesian forces and secure weapons in Surabaya before the 1945 battle, has been named a National Hero by President Prabowo Subianto. His military career later included senior command roles in East Java and leadership during the suppression of the Madiun PKI rebellion.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:43 WIB
Gibran Speaks Out About Telling Prabowo He Intended to Resign as Vice-President
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka says he wants to avoid a prolonged political controversy after meeting President Prabowo Subianto, who he describes as a father figure. The State Secretariat says Gibran expressed an intention to resign amid legal developments, but Prabowo did not reject that intention; Gibran instead asked for time to prove his education documents’ validity through the administrative court process and seek a judicial review.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:42 WIB
Israeli Soldiers Shoot Dead Palestinian Teenager in the West Bank
A 14-year-old Palestinian boy was shot dead in Burqa, near Nablus, with Palestinian officials saying Israeli forces also obstructed medical access and detained three paramedics. Israel’s military said troops opened fire to stop an alleged stone-throwing attack; the incident comes amid rising violence in the occupied West Bank.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:42 WIB
Nabire Introduces Digital Data System for Livestock and Plantation Commodities
Nabire Regency in Central Papua has introduced SiCermat, a digital system combining geographic coordinates with residents’ identity data to map livestock and plantation commodities. Officials say the information will help target government assistance more accurately and monitor issues such as animal disease, although the system is still being populated and staff capacity remains a challenge.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:41 WIB
Women Farmers’ Group and LKC Dompet Dhuafa West Java Establish Nutrition Garden to Support Five Young Children
LKC Dompet Dhuafa West Java and a local women farmers’ group have distributed vegetables harvested from a community nutrition garden to five young children experiencing nutritional problems in Sukabumi. The initiative aims to meet children’s nutritional needs while strengthening household food security and community-led prevention of malnutrition.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:41 WIB
Vice-President Gibran continues duties despite desire to resign
Minister Hadi said the government remains focused on its work and that President Prabowo’s governing duties have continued, despite Vice-President Gibran’s stated intention to resign. Gibran reportedly raised the matter in a meeting with Prabowo and sought an opportunity to prove his diploma’s authenticity before the State Administrative Court, amid public debate and lawmakers’ efforts to consider a parliamentary inquiry.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:41 WIB
Yusril Says He Will Find a ‘Way’ if Gibran Really Wants to Resign as Vice-President
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra said he would explain the process for resignation if Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka asked, while stressing he would not advise him to step down. Gibran reportedly told President Prabowo Subianto he intended to resign amid disputes over court rulings concerning the validity of his diploma, but asked for time to prove the documents’ authenticity through administrative court proceedings.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:40 WIB
Gibran Reveals Conversation with Prabowo Amid Vice-Presidential Resignation Speculation
Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka said President Prabowo Subianto advised him to continue challenging the case at the State Administrative Court (PTUN), submitting all his education documents from primary school through university. The remarks came amid speculation about Gibran’s possible resignation; a minister later said Gibran had expressed an intention to resign in response to developments involving Constitutional Court and Supreme Court decisions.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:40 WIB
Dian Sastrowardoyo highlights the burden of expectations placed on women
Actress Dian Sastrowardoyo says the character Sinta in the upcoming film “Yang Datang dan Yang Pergi” reflects how women in Indonesia face expectations from family and society. She argues that these pressures—from education and work to financial support, marriage and motherhood—can make it harder for women to identify their own wishes and choices.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:40 WIB
Overrun by Water Hyacinths, Dukuh Atas Looks Like a ‘Grassland’
A wetland beside Dukuh Atas LRT Station in Jakarta has become densely covered with water hyacinths, creating an unusual green vista amid the city’s high-rises. While the plants and visiting birds offer a habitat for wildlife, excessive growth may disrupt the ecosystem and increase the risk of waterlogging during the rainy season.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:39 WIB
Southeast Asia Needs US$7.1 Trillion in Infrastructure Investment by 2040
The Asian Development Bank estimates that Southeast Asia will need US$7.1 trillion in infrastructure investment through 2040, with public spending covering just 45 per cent of the requirement and leaving an annual funding gap of US$264 billion. Electricity and transport account for 85 per cent of the total, while substantial additional investment is also needed in digital and healthcare infrastructure; the ADB says better-prepared projects and predictable, transparent rules will be crucial to attracting private capital.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:39 WIB
Doli Says Golkar Legislators Have Signed Motion to Express an Opinion on Gibran
Golkar deputy chairman Ahmad Doli Kurnia says at least one party legislator has signed a motion to express an opinion concerning Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, stressing that the initiative is being pursued by individual MPs rather than party factions. Around 50 MPs from a range of factions have reportedly signed the proposal and submitted it to the House leadership, as lawmakers seek to bring the controversy to a resolution.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:38 WIB
AHY: Democrats Await Clarity on Gibran’s Intention to Resign
Democratic Party chairman Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono says the party is waiting for more information about Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s reported intention to resign. AHY says lawmakers want to respect the process and ensure any action follows constitutional procedures; he also said there has been no conclusive discussion about him potentially replacing Gibran.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:38 WIB
Doli says Gibran’s reported intention to resign will not halt DPR’s HMP process
Golkar deputy chairman and lawmaker Ahmad Doli Kurnia says Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s reported intention to resign will not stop parliamentary discussions on a motion to exercise the right to express an opinion (HMP) in connection with impeachment calls. The process, he says, follows Constitutional Court and Supreme Court rulings concerning Gibran’s secondary-education documents, while DPR Speaker Puan Maharani says the leadership will continue hearing political factions’ views when the session resumes.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:38 WIB
South Jakarta Urges Residents to Emulate the Spirit of Struggle on Heroes’ Day
South Jakarta Mayor Syafrin Liputo urged residents to carry forward the values of Indonesia’s independence struggle through hard work, social solidarity and better public services. Speaking at a 2026 Heroes’ Day ceremony, he said building the nation requires active collaboration between government, businesses, social organisations, academics and the public.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:38 WIB
Video: Bank BJB extends credit to local governments and MSMEs to boost West Java’s economy
Bank BJB says it is expanding its role as a regional development bank by financing local governments, small businesses and housing programmes. Its lending also supports migrant workers and development of the Rebana Metropolitan industrial area across seven cities and regencies in West Java.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:37 WIB
Prabowo confers National Hero titles on 19 prominent figures
President Prabowo Subianto has awarded National Hero titles to 19 figures for their contributions to Indonesia, at a ceremony held at the Presidential Palace on Heroes’ Day. The recipients include former officials, independence fighters and cultural figures, with the president saying their legacies should inspire younger generations to serve the nation.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:37 WIB
Hoegeng Iman Santoso, Exemplary Police Figure, Named National Hero
President Prabowo Subianto has posthumously awarded former National Police chief Hoegeng Iman Santoso the title of National Hero, recognising his integrity and service. Hoegeng was remembered for rejecting bribes and gifts, opposing corruption and introducing organisational reforms during his tenure as police chief from 1968 to 1971.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:37 WIB
CIMB Niaga (BNGA) Injects Rp325.7bn into Bad-Loan Subsidiary
CIMB Niaga has made a non-cash capital contribution worth Rp325.778 billion to its subsidiary SLCapital, which manages non-performing loan assets, alongside an office property contribution. The bank said the move, approved by the Financial Services Authority (OJK), is part of its plan to develop the unit and is expected to support its performance and financial ratios.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:37 WIB
Gibran Speaks Out on Reported Intention to Resign as Vice-President
State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi said Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka had told President Prabowo Subianto he intended to resign amid controversy over the documents used to register his vice-presidential candidacy. Gibran did not explicitly confirm the reported intention, saying he respected public criticism and wanted to prevent political tensions from becoming a prolonged controversy; the issue has also prompted MPs to propose a parliamentary right of inquiry-style motion.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:36 WIB
Occupancy at Just 52% as Government Opens Industrial Estates to Investment
Indonesia’s 181 industrial estates cover about 110,000 hectares but have an occupancy rate of only 52.28%, leaving room for new investment. The Industry Ministry is seeking to speed up permits and strengthen business certainty, while addressing land, building approval and environmental licensing issues through coordination between central and regional authorities and estate managers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:35 WIB
Shell and BP Shift Their Indonesian Petrol Station Businesses; ESDM Says Investment Climate Is Not to Blame
Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry says Shell’s and BP’s exits from petrol station operations reflect corporate portfolio strategies, not a deteriorating investment climate. BP has sold its stake in BP-AKR, while Shell transferred its network and related assets to a local company; both groups retain other business interests in Indonesia.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:35 WIB
Aviation Giant to Cut 850 Jobs
Qantas plans to cut about 850 positions from mid-2027 as it moves some corporate functions to India and accelerates its use of artificial intelligence. The airline says the changes accompany a major systems overhaul and fleet renewal, with new aircraft enabling it to begin retiring its A380s from 2028.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:34 WIB
Gibran Signals Intention to Resign; Cak Imin Says, ‘We’ll Wait and See’
PKB chairman Muhaimin Iskandar says the party will wait for developments in parliament and input from its parliamentary faction before taking a position on Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s reported intention to resign. State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi said Gibran raised the idea with President Prabowo Subianto, who offered advice but did not reject it.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:32 WIB
Transjakarta Temporarily Suspends Three Routes Amid Demonstration
Transjakarta has temporarily suspended three routes and shortened or diverted several others because road closures linked to a demonstration affected central Jakarta, including the area around the DPR/MPR complex. The disruptions affect services across multiple corridors, with some stops not being served and one tourist route operating on a revised path.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:32 WIB
Unej Proposes National Self-Sufficiency in Medicines on Its 62nd Anniversary
The University of Jember (Unej) is working with Indonesia’s Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) to advance research into locally sourced medicines and reduce reliance on imported pharmaceutical ingredients, which exceeds 90 per cent. BPOM will provide regulatory support to help innovative research products reach mass production, while Unej also reported record research funding of Rp43.13 billion in 2026.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:32 WIB
Kiai Modjo, the Trusted Cleric of Prince Diponegoro in the Java War
Kiai Modjo, a religious scholar and trusted adviser to Prince Diponegoro, helped mobilise clerics against Dutch rule during the Java War. Named a National Hero in 2026, he was captured in 1828 and exiled to Tondano, where he continued preaching until his death; his followers later formed the Javanese Tondano community.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:30 WIB
France Accuses Iran’s Revolutionary Guards of Hacking Refrigerators in Hundreds of Supermarkets
France’s foreign minister has accused Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of orchestrating cyberattacks that disrupted refrigeration systems at 700 French supermarkets, spoiling food and damaging equipment. Paris says it will pursue EU sanctions against those responsible, while prosecutors have opened a judicial investigation into an alleged Iranian cyber unit; authorities have not established whether similar incidents elsewhere are connected.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:30 WIB
Households Can Turn Used Cooking Oil into Cash, Pertamina Says
Pertamina is expanding household collection of used cooking oil, paying residents for the waste while securing feedstock for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production at its Cilacap refinery. The initiative complements existing co-processing and plans for a green refinery designed to produce up to 185,000 kilolitres of SAF annually from 2029.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:30 WIB
DOOH Plans to Acquire 29.88% Stake in INET, with Funding of up to Rp5tn
PT Era Media Sejahtera (DOOH) has secured shareholder approval to acquire a 29.88% stake in PT Sinergi Inti Andalan Prima (INET), using a shareholder loan facility of up to Rp5tn. The move is part of DOOH’s planned transformation into an integrated infrastructure company focused on AI data centres, renewable energy and international connectivity, alongside a proposed rights issue and company name change.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:30 WIB
From Teacher to Commander of the Indonesian Armed Forces: The Story of Batak General Maraden Panggabean, Now a National Hero
Maraden Saur Halomoan Panggabean, who began his career as a teacher before rising to become commander of the Indonesian Armed Forces, has been named a National Hero by President Prabowo Subianto. The honour recognises his service to the country, including military assignments across the archipelago and involvement in the Trikora and Dwikora operations.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:29 WIB
Luwu Utara Regent Targets Rice Planting on 30,000 Hectares by March 2027
Luwu Utara Regent Andi Abdullah Rahim has set a target of planting rice across 30,000 hectares between October 2026 and March 2027, to safeguard local food supplies despite El Niño-related drought. The regency plans to use newly opened paddy fields and support farmers with performance-based assistance and improved roads for distributing their harvests.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:28 WIB
Jakarta Composite Index closes higher on Tuesday, supported by falling oil prices
The Jakarta Composite Index (IHSG) rose 1.02 per cent to 5,125.73, as crude oil prices fell and global equities strengthened. Analysts said domestic political uncertainty over Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s reported intention to resign had not significantly pressured the market; foreign investors also recorded net purchases on Monday.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:26 WIB
Indonesia highlights five climate strategies at COP31 pavilion
At the COP31 pavilion, Minister Hidayat outlined five climate priorities: accelerating the energy transition and green industrialisation, restoring forests, cutting emissions in cities, diversifying climate finance and ensuring inclusive climate action. He also said Indonesia is preparing a climate justice bill intended to ensure women, young people and Indigenous communities benefit directly from climate initiatives.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:26 WIB
‘Bad Guys 2’ Cast Reflect on the Meaning of Heroism on Heroes’ Day
Actors from the series ‘Bad Guys 2’ share their views on modern heroism, describing it as putting the welfare of others ahead of personal interests. The series, which is set to premiere on Vidio on 11 December 2026, is expected to explore sacrifice and justice through its characters.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:25 WIB
Jensen Huang controversy weighs on Nvidia shares as chip stocks rally
Nvidia fell 4.3 per cent even as US semiconductor shares rallied, after its board launched an independent investigation into allegations involving chief executive Jensen Huang and a Chinese executive. Investors are weighing potential national security, governance and regulatory risks, although analysts say the company’s underlying chip demand, technology and customer base remain strong; Nvidia’s earnings and the investigation’s findings are key developments to watch.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:25 WIB
Hajj 2027 Payments Officially Open: Check the Cost at Each Embarkation Point
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened the first payment window for regular Hajj pilgrims travelling in 2027, running from 10 November to 10 December 2026. The amount payable varies by embarkation point, from Rp43.7 million in Aceh to Rp58.1 million for Surabaya and Dhoho, after government and Hajj Finance Management Agency subsidies.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:25 WIB
NTB Tourism Agency Pushes for Saleh Bay to Become a Sustainable Tourist Destination
West Nusa Tenggara’s tourism agency is calling for Saleh Bay, on Sumbawa Island, to be developed as a sustainable marine tourism destination. A feasibility study will assess its attractions, economic potential and development prospects, while addressing habitat protection, regulation and governance to ensure tourism benefits local communities without damaging the ecosystem.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:25 WIB
Agriculture Ministry develops 400 hectares of Robusta coffee in Nabire
Indonesia’s Agriculture Ministry is developing 400 hectares of Robusta coffee across four districts in Nabire, Central Papua, distributing 480,000 seedlings and involving 37 farmer groups. It is also supporting 100 hectares of coconut cultivation, with both initiatives intended to broaden local farming and strengthen the regional economy.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:23 WIB
BMKG Palu Warns of Hydrometeorological Disaster Risks in Central Sulawesi
BMKG’s Mutiara Sis Al Jufri Meteorological Station in Palu has urged people across Central Sulawesi to prepare for possible floods and landslides over the coming week as moderate to heavy rain increases. The agency also warned of strong winds and identified several districts at risk, calling on local governments to take early mitigation measures.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:22 WIB
Danantara and Telkom launch Padisera marketplace for MSMEs
Danantara Indonesia and Telkom are developing Padisera, a national marketplace that expands the PaDi UMKM procurement platform from business-to-business trade to include retail consumers. Building on a network of more than 180,000 sellers and 115,000 buyers that has generated over Rp27 trillion in gross merchandise value, the initiative plans a B2C pilot in 2027 and aims to widen market access for Indonesian MSMEs.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:22 WIB
FXT Named Most Innovative Broker at the 2026 Finance Magnates Awards
FXT was named Most Innovative Broker in the global broker category at the Finance Magnates Awards, announced in Limassol, Cyprus, on 6 November. The company says the award recognises its integrated trading ecosystem, including its in-house AI assistant and social trading service, and its approach of keeping traders at the centre of product development.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 17:22 WIB
KONE ranks among Asia-Pacific’s best employers for 2027
KONE placed 15th among 500 employers in TIME and Statista’s Asia-Pacific’s Best Employers 2027 ranking, and ranked first in the engineering and manufacturing category. The independent survey gathered feedback from more than 80,000 employees across 14 markets, including Indonesia, highlighting the company’s standing as an employer in the region.