Archive: 10 November 2026
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Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:21 WIB
Indonesia fells 11,180 oil palms to curb wildfire risks in sanctuary
Indonesia’s forestry ministry has removed 11,180 illegally planted oil palms from 88 hectares of the Lamandau Wildlife Sanctuary, working with security forces, local authorities and residents after 43 parties agreed to stop operating there. The ministry plans to restore the peatland ecosystem by planting native species and rehabilitating wildlife habitats and hydrological functions, while strengthening monitoring and warning that persistent violators may face legal action.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:21 WIB
US and Iran Reportedly Near Initial Nuclear Agreement
The United States and Iran may soon reach an initial understanding to cap Iran’s uranium enrichment at 3.67 per cent, under an initiative proposed by Qatar and Pakistan. The reported deal could involve the release of US$6 billion to US$9 billion in Iranian assets and would also require the Strait of Hormuz to reopen and the naval blockade to end.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:21 WIB
Kotabaru Prison Trains Inmates as Health Cadres to Promote Cleanliness and Healthy Living
Kotabaru Class IIA Prison in South Kalimantan has trained inmates to act as health cadres, encouraging hygiene and healthy habits among fellow prisoners. The initiative aims to build shared responsibility for health and improve the prison environment, rather than relying solely on health staff.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:20 WIB
Full List of Winners of the 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes Awards
Jakarta Deputy Governor Rano Karno presented the 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes awards, recognising residents and a social-media influencer for their work promoting waste sorting and processing. The programme implements a 2026 governor’s instruction on managing waste at source and aims to encourage the movement to spread across communities in the capital.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:20 WIB
Consistent Transformation Earns Bank Aladin Syariah an Award
Bank Aladin Syariah has received the Financial Transformation of the Year 2026 award at CNBC Indonesia’s Road to Best Banks Awards. The digital Islamic bank said it will continue developing its digital services and strategic partnerships, including an offline-to-online ecosystem, to make Sharia-compliant financial services more accessible.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:20 WIB
Asian Countries Race to Build High-Speed Rail
Low- and middle-income countries in Asia have rapidly expanded their high-speed rail networks, adding 57,000 kilometres from 2010 to 2025. Growth is expected to slow over the next decade, although five countries in Asia and the Pacific are projected to launch their first high-speed rail services by 2035, with annual investment needs estimated at about US$180 billion in purchasing power parity terms.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:17 WIB
Attorney General’s Office Opens New Investigation into Alleged Corruption in Free Nutritious Meals Programme
The Attorney General’s Office has opened a new investigation into alleged corruption in the governance of the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme at the National Nutrition Agency, but has not yet specified which procurement activities are under scrutiny. The wider case is being pursued in two strands, including institutional governance and the procurement of operational electric motorbikes; six people have been named suspects across the investigations.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:17 WIB
IAI urges companies to integrate environmental risks into financial reports
The Indonesian Institute of Accountants (IAI) says companies should incorporate environmental risks, including forest and land fires, into risk management, business strategy and financial reporting. It emphasises consistency between sustainability disclosures and financial statements, and has launched a professional certification to strengthen expertise in sustainability reporting.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:17 WIB
ITDC supports the development of cultural attractions in Mandalika
InJourney Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) is combining hospitality training for local young people with cultural performances to strengthen Mandalika’s tourism offering. The initiatives aim to build local capacity, showcase Lombok’s artistic heritage and make the destination’s growth more inclusive.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:16 WIB
Coordinating Minister Reaffirms President’s Message on Balancing Technology in Learning
Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Sugiono said President Prabowo Subianto wants digital tools in schools balanced with conventional materials such as exercise books and drawing tools, to support children’s motor and cognitive development. The government has allocated Rp781.7 billion for writing-skills kits for pupils in Years 1 and 2, with distribution reaching 97.3 per cent of target schools.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:15 WIB
Cyberattack Threats Surge in Indonesia; Expert Urges Bank Customers to Take These Steps
A cybersecurity expert says millions of recorded attempts against Indonesia are blocked probes, not evidence that banks have been breached, and urges customers not to panic or withdraw their money. OJK says it has coordinated with banks to heighten IT vigilance, while customers are advised to use layered security, protect OTPs and monitor transactions.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:14 WIB
Research Minister: Researchers Should Build IP Portfolios to Earn Royalties
Higher Education, Science and Technology Minister Brian Yuliarto urged researchers to build intellectual property portfolios that generate royalties and demonstrate tangible benefits to society. He praised the launch of the Rumah Inovasi Indonesia as a way to speed up the commercialisation of local innovations and connect them with international industry.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:12 WIB
Palestinian Teenager Shot Dead by Israeli Troops in West Bank
A 14-year-old Palestinian was shot dead by Israeli forces in Burqa, near Nablus, and his body was detained, according to the Palestinian health ministry. The death came amid rising tensions in the West Bank; Palestinian health ministry figures say more than 70 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces and settlers since the start of the year.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:11 WIB
Winners of Jakarta’s 2026 Waste-Sorting Heroes Contest to Become Provincial Government Ambassadors
Winners of the Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes Jakarta 2026 contest will serve for a year as waste-sorting ambassadors and partners to the Jakarta Provincial Government, helping promote Governor’s Instruction No. 5 of 2026. Five winners were selected from 173 applicants in the community-mobiliser category after a four-stage assessment process.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:11 WIB
Gerindra Has Yet to Sign Motion to Invoke Right of Opinion over Gibran
Gerindra’s parliamentary faction has not signed a proposal to invoke the DPR’s right of opinion over controversy surrounding Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming’s high-school diploma, although it plans to discuss the matter internally. More than 50 lawmakers from six factions reportedly support the proposal, which has been received by DPR leadership and will be considered under parliamentary procedures.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:10 WIB
Parade of 2,026 Heroes’ Portraits Sets Leprid Record as Taj Yasin Urges Efforts to Help Children Who Have Dropped Out of School
A 1,945-metre Red-and-White flag parade and a procession of 2,026 national heroes’ portraits in Semarang drew around 7,000 participants and earned a Leprid record. Central Java Deputy Governor Taj Yasin used the Heroes’ Day event to call on the public to help children who have left school return to education, while organisers emphasised national unity and the legacy of the independence struggle.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:10 WIB
BI Signals That Prices of Goods May Rise Further
Bank Indonesia’s October 2026 Retail Sales Survey points to stronger consumer expectations of price increases at the end of 2026 and in March 2027. The central bank also expects retail sales to grow by 1% year on year in October, led by motor fuel and several other product groups, after sales contracted month on month in September.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:09 WIB
Paddy Prices Top Rp 8,000 per Kilogram, Bulog Struggles to Meet Demand for Premium Rice
State-owned logistics company Bulog says limited raw-material supplies and paddy prices averaging above Rp 8,000 per kilogram are constraining its premium rice production. It currently meets about 30 per cent of national premium rice demand and aims to raise that share to 50 per cent through new measures, while modern retailers continue to seek more supply.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:08 WIB
Cirebon Regent Says Buntet Pesantren Figure to Become National Hero
Cirebon Regent Imron says Kiai Haji Abbas Abdul Jamil, a prominent figure from Buntet Pesantren, is to be designated a national hero in recognition of his contribution to Indonesia’s independence struggle. The recognition is expected to renew public attention to his nationalist teachings, including the idea that love of the homeland is part of faith, and inspire unity and cooperation today.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:07 WIB
Three Trucks Involved in Pile-Up in Margahayu, Bekasi; One Person Killed
A collision involving three trucks on Jalan Cut Mutia in East Bekasi killed a 37-year-old dump-truck driver. Police said he died in hospital after his vehicle struck an unidentified truck and then overturned into a trailer; the cause remains under investigation.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:07 WIB
NTB Plant Pest Control Officer Promotes Bio Apotek Tanaman Innovation to Cut Farmers’ Production Costs
An agricultural pest-control officer in West Nusa Tenggara is promoting Bio Apotek Tanaman, an approach that enables farmers to produce botanical pesticides and biological control agents from local resources. Trials reportedly cut production costs by up to 40 per cent and pest populations by 60 per cent, while raising yields and farmers’ profits.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:06 WIB
Serang DPRD Urges Integration of Upstream Waste Management with Waste-to-Energy Project
Serang Regency’s legislative council is urging waste sorting and management at source to be integrated with the Serang Raya waste-to-energy project. The initiative is intended to reduce reliance on landfill processing by involving residents and recovering economically valuable waste before it reaches the landfill.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:06 WIB
UNM Students Teach ‘Stop Bullying’ at Kuala Lumpur Learning Centre
Universitas Nusa Mandiri students held an international community service session at the Kampung Baru Learning Centre in Kuala Lumpur, educating pupils from kindergarten to senior high school about bullying. The campaign explained verbal, physical and social bullying, encouraging children to respect one another and help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:06 WIB
Yusril Comments on Gibran’s Diploma Controversy as Government Awaits Parliament’s Position
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra says the government will monitor Parliament’s handling of the controversy over Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s educational documents before responding further. The issue follows Constitutional Court and Supreme Court rulings on the matter, including the Supreme Court’s decision that the equivalency certificate for Gibran’s high-school education is invalid.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:05 WIB
After Adoption Controversy, Parhan the Cat to Return to Senayan City on 12 November
Parhan, a cat whose adoption sparked public controversy, is due to return to Senayan City on 12 November following mediation facilitated by Jakarta’s Food Security, Maritime Affairs and Agriculture Agency. The agreement also provides for health checks, ongoing monitoring and a designated feeding area to support the cat’s welfare and maintain cleanliness.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:05 WIB
PKB on Gibran: Whether He Resigns or Is Removed, It Must Go Through a DPR Special Session
PKB faction leader Jazilul Fawaid says any resignation or removal of Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka would have to follow constitutional procedures involving the House of Representatives (DPR), including a special session. The party has not taken a position on the resignation speculation, while Jazilul urged the legislature to respond to controversy over Constitutional Court and Supreme Court rulings using its constitutional powers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:05 WIB
The Name ‘Kijang’ Is an Acronym — Here’s What It Stands For
Toyota’s Kijang, one of Indonesia’s best-known family cars, takes its name from “Kerjasama Indonesia-Jepang” (Indonesia-Japan co-operation). Its launch in 1977 reflected the growth of Japanese automotive partnerships in Indonesia as the government sought to develop the domestic car industry.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:02 WIB
North Jakarta Forgers Advertise Fake Diplomas on Facebook; Buyers Are from Outside Jakarta
Police have uncovered a document-forging operation in Koja, North Jakarta, whose members advertised fake identity cards, driving licences and school certificates on Facebook. Five of six suspects have been arrested; police say buyers were mostly from outside Jakarta and the group had been operating for two to four months.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:02 WIB
OJK Warns: Floods and Forest Fires Are Now a Threat to Financial Services
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) says climate-driven disasters such as floods and forest and land fires are translating into financial risks, affecting borrowers’ ability to repay, asset quality, credit risk, insurance claims and investment values. OJK Commissioner Friderica Widyasari Dewi also highlighted interconnected systemic risks, challenges in measuring climate risks, weak credibility in sustainability reporting and the need for stronger governance and accountability.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:01 WIB
Russian Military Intelligence Chief’s Plane Lands in Israel: What Is Behind the Visit?
A Russian military aircraft carrying senior officials, including intelligence chief Igor Kostyukov, landed in Israel after a request from the United States, according to Israeli public broadcaster KAN. The visit’s agenda has not been disclosed, though it comes amid discussion of Russia-Israel military coordination over Syria and reports of an impending US-hosted peace summit in Abu Dhabi involving Russian and Ukrainian officials.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:01 WIB
Badung PPPK Employee Accused of Distributing Methamphetamine, Tasked with Splitting Packages
A contract government employee in Badung has been charged over allegedly handling and dividing methamphetamine packages, with police seizing 71.50 grammes net. Prosecutors have brought alternative charges under Indonesia’s Narcotics Law and Criminal Code provisions, while the suspected organiser remains at large.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:01 WIB
Protesters at East Java DPRD Demand Gibran’s Impeachment
Dozens of protesters in Surabaya have urged the House of Representatives to begin impeachment proceedings against Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, citing court rulings concerning his education-equivalency documents. The claims and demands are those of the protest group; the demonstration’s organisers say they will stage further protests if Parliament does not act.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Heroes’ Legacy Must Live Beyond Monuments
Surabaya’s large-scale Heroes’ Day commemorations honour the city’s role in Indonesia’s independence struggle, but remembrance must lead to action on present-day social challenges. The article argues that history should be carried forward through education, solidarity and civic engagement, while the government must not shift the entire burden of addressing social problems onto communities in the name of gotong royong.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Indonesia Explores Austrian Investment in Transport Infrastructure
Indonesia is seeking investment and partnerships with Austrian companies to develop national transport infrastructure across rail, roads and aviation. The government says private-sector and international participation, including technology transfer and expertise, will be crucial, while the KPPIP helps accelerate priority projects and address implementation obstacles.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Meta expands AI age detection for Instagram users worldwide
Meta is expanding AI-based age estimation across Instagram globally, placing users identified as teenagers in Teen Accounts with enhanced safeguards and age-appropriate restrictions. The rollout follows an $18 billion settlement with 52 US state and territorial attorneys general over lawsuits concerning social media’s effects on teenagers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Boeing Struggles as It Plans to Cut 5% of Workforce
Boeing plans to reduce employment in its commercial aeroplanes division by about 5%, using both natural attrition and redundancies, as production recovery progresses more slowly than expected. The cuts are linked to revised production schedules for the 737 Max and are due to begin with employee notifications in December.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Conservation Financing Prepared, with 13 National Parks Prioritised
Indonesia is developing a long-term financing framework for conservation across 13 priority national parks and two species-protection landscapes, seeking to bring in private, philanthropic and international funding. A proposed national conservation investment vehicle and instruments including biodiversity credits and outcome-based finance would diversify funding while keeping national parks under state authority and conservation as their primary purpose.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:59 WIB
Samsung Reportedly Preparing Paid Galaxy AI Service
Samsung is reportedly testing a subscription model for Galaxy AI, which is currently free for its device users. The proposed plans would combine limited free access with paid tiers offering higher usage limits and new features, including tools for task automation and video generation.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:59 WIB
A Long and Multi-Layered Process: How the Right to Express an Opinion Can Lead to Impeachment
The House of Representatives (DPR) has received reports that MPs are gathering signatures to propose exercising the right to express an opinion, amid calls to impeach Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka. Speaker Puan Maharani said the leadership would consider input from party factions and commissions after the parliamentary session opens, stressing that any next steps must comply with constitutional procedures.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:58 WIB
Arif Kurniawan, Beneficial Owner of Mining Company Named in Corporate Probe
Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office says Arif Kurniawan is the beneficial owner of PT Bumi Sentosa Jaya, which has been named a corporate suspect in an alleged nickel-governance corruption case in Southeast Sulawesi. Investigators allege the company continued mining for more than a decade after its operating permit expired and are also probing suspected bribes to public officials and links to other firms.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:57 WIB
Cianjur Modernises Villages with Simultaneous Digital Village Head Elections in 47 Villages
Cianjur held digital village head elections in 47 villages, with 201,848 registered voters casting ballots at 67 polling stations. Provincial and local officials said the system made voting faster and more accessible, while pledging further evaluation to improve inclusion and strengthen village governance.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:57 WIB
OJK warns rogue investors to stop stock market manipulation
OJK chief Friderica Widyasari Dewi has warned investors against practices such as coordinated trading and wash trading, saying they threaten market integrity and could harm Indonesia’s 33 million retail investors. The regulator is also seeking to strengthen confidence through capital-market governance reforms, including an independent committee on high shareholding concentration.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:55 WIB
Gibran Diploma: Yusril Says DPR Has the Right to Launch an Inquiry
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra says the DPR has constitutional authority to investigate public issues and that the government will monitor any inquiry into Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s diploma. DPR Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad says the House will discuss the matter after its recess, noting that it has not yet reviewed the full Supreme Court ruling linked to the issue.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:55 WIB
On the TNI Commander’s Presidential Letter, House Commission I Says: ‘Let’s Wait and See; Whoever It Is, They’ll Be the Best Officer’
House Commission I deputy chair Dave Laksono said parliament had not received a presidential letter concerning a change of TNI commander and urged people not to speculate. House Speaker Puan Maharani and Deputy State Secretary Bambang Eko Suhariyanto also said the letter had not yet been received or sent, while Laksono said President Prabowo Subianto would select the best senior officers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:55 WIB
Get Ready: MagangHub Selection Results to Be Announced on 13 November
The Ministry of Manpower will announce the selected participants for the second intake of the 2026 MagangHub National Internship Programme on 13 November. Successful applicants are due to begin their placements on 16 November, giving them only a short time to prepare.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:54 WIB
Jembrana Women and Children’s Protection Unit Supports Primary School Pupil Allegedly Abused by Neighbour
Jembrana’s Women and Children’s Protection Unit is arranging advanced psychological support for a 12-year-old girl who was allegedly sexually abused by a neighbour, while seeking to protect her from bullying and ensure she remains in school. Police are investigating allegations that the abuse occurred three times between August and October 2026.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:54 WIB
Deddy Corbuzier and Rumah Zakat Deliver 5,000 Litres of Drinking Water to Residents Affected by Forest and Land Fires
Deddy Corbuzier and Rumah Zakat have supplied 5,000 litres of drinking water to residents of Rusun Harapan Jaya and surrounding areas in South Pontianak, West Kalimantan, affected by forest and land fires. The donation is intended to help meet residents’ basic daily needs and ease the impact of the disaster.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:53 WIB
Poster Asking ‘Mas Gibran to Resign or Be Removed’ Appears After DPR Plenary Session
PKS lawmaker Yanuar Arif Wibowo displayed a poster calling on Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka to resign or be removed, citing recent Constitutional Court and Supreme Court rulings concerning the eligibility requirements for the 2024 presidential election. Yanuar said he had signed a proposal for the DPR’s right to express an opinion, which he claims has met the minimum threshold of 25 lawmakers and is awaiting approval from the House leadership.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:52 WIB
Bamsoet’s Heroes’ Day Message: No One Must Play Games with National Security
Presidential Advisory Council member Bambang Soesatyo says Heroes’ Day should renew the commitment to national unity, economic self-reliance and tackling poverty. He also called for a transparent investigation into the alleged illegal wiretapping of President Prabowo, describing threats to state security and attempts to undermine national cohesion as unacceptable.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:52 WIB
Cynthia Suci Lestari Wins First Place in Influencer Category at Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes 2026
Content creator and environmental advocate Cynthia Suci Lestari has won first place in the influencer/KOL category at the Jakarta 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes awards, receiving a Rp10 million prize. The DKI Jakarta provincial government initiative recognises people taking practical action on waste and encouraging public participation; Cynthia is known for promoting mindful consumption, reuse and recycling.