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Archive: 10 November 2026

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Kaesang’s Reaction to Raja Juli’s Resignation from PSI: Forestry Minister Reveals Jokowi’s Youngest Son’s Blunt Message

Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni says PSI chairman Kaesang Pangarep accepted his resignation as the party’s secretary-general and urged him to work harder in serving the country. Raja Juli says he is stepping away from party activities to focus on his ministerial responsibilities under President Prabowo, while former PSI chairman Giring Ganesha has also announced his departure from the party.

ESDM Opens Tender for Four Oil and Gas Blocks in Eastern Indonesia

Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry has opened a tender for four offshore and coastal oil and gas working areas spanning more than 33,000 square kilometres in eastern Indonesia. The blocks offer differing resource prospects and contract options, while interested companies have six months to submit proposals, including alternative cooperation-contract terms.

Angelika Saraswati Takes Second Place in Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes 2026

Content creator Angelika Saraswati has won second place in the influencer category of Jakarta’s 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes programme, receiving a Rp7.5 million prize. Through her social media, workshops and studio Asarasa, she promotes creative ways to turn textile, plastic and electronic waste into art and products, supporting the city administration’s efforts to encourage environmental action.

8 Early Signs of Heart Disease That Are Often Overlooked

Heart disease can begin with mild or easily dismissed symptoms, including unusual fatigue, breathlessness, chest discomfort and swelling. The article outlines eight warning signs, key risk factors and symptoms requiring urgent medical attention, stressing that prompt assessment can reduce the risk of serious complications.

National Police Chief Visits Hoegeng’s Grave on Heroes’ Day: ‘He Was a Model of Honesty’

National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto paid tribute to former police chief Hoegeng Iman Santoso on Heroes’ Day, urging officers to follow his example of honesty, simplicity and integrity. He said the institution’s leadership may change, but its standards of integrity and professionalism must remain firm.

Nurul Fajriyah Takes Third Place in Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes 2026

Environmental content creator Nurul Fajriyah won third place in the influencer category of the 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes Jakarta awards, receiving Rp5 million for sharing practical ways to turn organic waste into compost and plant nutrients. The DKI Jakarta provincial government established the programme under a 2026 governor’s instruction to promote waste sorting and processing at source, recognising people who can inspire public participation.

Environment Minister at COP31: Net-Zero Transition Must Create New Economic Opportunities

Environment Minister Jumhur Hidayat says Indonesia’s path to net-zero emissions must strengthen climate resilience and improve public welfare, while creating jobs and expanding access to energy. He called for climate resilience to be integrated across development planning and for inclusive cooperation, credible carbon markets and greater access to climate finance and technology for developing countries.

Jakarta Communications Chief Hopes Waste-Sorting Heroes Will Inspire Others

Jakarta’s 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes awards recognise residents and social media influencers who promote waste sorting and processing. The city says the initiative implements a gubernatorial instruction on managing waste at source and aims to build a broader community movement.

Indonesia seeks faster policy alignment ahead of OECD chief’s visit

Indonesia is intensifying preparations for OECD Secretary-General Mathias Cormann’s 25 November visit as it advances technical reviews across 24 of the 25 accession areas. Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto said the process requires stronger policy alignment and participation from parliament and other stakeholders, with accession targeted for completion by 2028.

Industry Minister Says Automakers Eager for Hybrid Cars to Be Exempt from Odd-Even Restrictions

Industry Minister Muhammad Sarmuji says automakers are keenly awaiting non-fiscal incentives for hybrid vehicles, particularly an exemption from Jakarta’s odd-even traffic restrictions. The government has yet to decide whether hybrid incentives will continue, and is seeking input from other ministries before formal inter-ministerial discussions.

Türkiye Opens Two New Oil Fields Near Iraq, with Potential Reserves of 135 Million Barrels

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan says two new fields in the Gabar region hold an estimated 135 million barrels of oil, building on existing production in the area. The expansion is expected to raise daily output by up to 30 per cent and help reduce Türkiye’s current-account deficit, with the government targeting production capacity of 100,000 barrels a day by the second half of next year.

InJourney and KP2MI collaborate to prepare airport workforce to global standards

InJourney Airports and KP2MI are expanding vocational training to equip Indonesian workers for aviation jobs at home and overseas, including roles in ground handling, aviation security and airport hospitality. The programme aims to meet demand in countries facing ageing populations; about 300 trainees are currently in training, with Japan alone expected to need around 2,600 workers by 2026.

Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Culture Urges Primary Pupils to Read More to Broaden Their Horizons

Coordinating Minister Sugiono urged primary school pupils to develop a love of reading, saying books can expose them to different experiences and help broaden their outlook as they consider their futures. During a school visit in Banten, he also encouraged pupils to learn from mistakes and make use of the writing and drawing supplies distributed through the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education.

Construction of 100 Bulog Warehouses Enters Feasibility Study Stage

Perum Bulog is conducting feasibility studies and detailed technical planning for 100 new warehouses, a government-backed project that has not yet reached the groundbreaking stage. The expansion is intended to strengthen national food-reserve storage, as Bulog’s own capacity is about three million tonnes and it also rents warehouses with capacity exceeding that amount.

Police Chief Appoints Bismo as Bareskrim’s Director of Certain Crimes, Paving Way for Promotion to Brigadier General

National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto has appointed Commissioner Bismo Teguh Santoso as acting director of Bareskrim’s Certain Crimes Directorate, a post that could bring his promotion to one-star general. The move is Bismo’s third transfer in three months and forms part of a wider reshuffle involving 25 senior and mid-ranking officers.

Malaka Jaya Neighbourhood Head Taufiq Supriadi Wins First Prize in Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes

Taufiq Supriadi, head of RT 08 in Malaka Jaya, East Jakarta, has won first prize in the community organiser category of the 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes awards. His neighbourhood waste-management initiative, which turns sorted waste into compost and maggot feed, was recognised by the Jakarta provincial government as a model for wider community action.

National Police Chief: General Hoegeng’s Legacy Was Not Power, but a Good Name

National Police Chief General Suyudi Ario Seto urged officers to emulate former chief Hoegeng Iman Santoso’s honesty, integrity and modesty during a visit to his grave on Heroes’ Day. He said Hoegeng’s legacy of an untarnished reputation should guide officers to use their authority responsibly and preserve public trust.

Tito Leads Task Force to Implement President Prabowo’s Order to Speed Up Sumatra Recovery

President Prabowo has ordered river normalisation to be prioritised and earmarked about Rp42 trillion for continued post-disaster recovery in Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra in 2027. The funding will support rehabilitation and reconstruction, while authorities step up flood prevention after 41 subsequent floods damaged recovery works; basic services and key transport links have largely been restored.

GTRA Reaps Rewards as Revenue and Profit Soar, Assets Top Rp2 Trillion

Transport and logistics company PT Grahaprima Suksesmandiri Tbk (GTRA) reported revenue growth of 51.65% and a near-doubling of net profit in the first nine months of 2026. Its assets rose to Rp2.08 trillion, while higher liabilities and a decline in operating cash flow underline the importance of sustaining cash generation as the business expands.

Attorney General’s Office Names PT BSJ Corporate Suspect in South-east Sulawesi Nickel Corruption Case

Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office has named PT BSJ a corporate suspect in an alleged corruption case involving nickel mining governance in South-east Sulawesi from 2013 to 2025. Investigators allege the company continued mining after its permit expired, operated in protected forest and bribed officials; the state’s financial losses are still being calculated.

Free Internet Helps Untung Jawa Island Residents Access Information and Education

Jakarta’s free JakWifi service on Untung Jawa Island is helping residents, particularly pupils, access learning resources and information. The local village head welcomed the service and called for more hotspots in tourist areas and parks, saying they could also help promote the island.

Yusril Says Government Is Waiting for Parliament’s Response to Gibran’s Degree Controversy

Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra said the government would monitor how the House of Representatives (DPR) responds to court rulings concerning Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s education documents. He said the Supreme Court ruling must be published and acted upon before the administrative process is complete, while any subsequent constitutional proceedings fall within the DPR’s authority.

Tri Sugiarti Wins Second Place in the 2026 Jakarta Waste-Sorting Heroes Awards

Tri Sugiarti, a community organiser from South Jakarta, won second place in the 2026 Jakarta Waste-Sorting Heroes awards for turning waste into valuable products and sharing her skills with other waste banks. The award includes cash and other prizes, and she will serve as a Waste-Sorting and Processing Ambassador for DKI Jakarta Province.

Traditional Ngriman Chicken-Feather Dusters Draw Attention at Klaten Community Event

Handmade dusters made from real chicken feathers by a craftswoman in Ngriman were showcased at a community event in Karanglo, with prices ranging from Rp5,000 to Rp80,000. Klaten’s acting regent bought local crafts and said the Sambung Rasa event was intended to connect residents with the local government and support micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.

Telkom Streamlines Subsidiaries Through Two Simultaneous Mergers, Accelerating TLKM’s Restructuring

Telkom is advancing two subsidiary mergers as part of a wider programme to streamline its corporate structure and shift from an operating holding company to a strategic holding company. The group says 28 of 50 targeted entities have been reorganised so far, with the remaining 22 expected to be addressed before the end of 2026.

Weighing Green Electoralism Through Ecological Constituencies in the Revision of the Election Law

The article argues that Indonesia’s electoral system should account for ecological burdens as well as population when drawing constituencies and allocating legislative seats. It proposes an Ecological Representation Index to measure environmental damage, vulnerability, responsibility, restoration needs and social impacts, while stressing that any changes must preserve equal voting rights and be tested through research and public consultation.

Puan highlights election integrity challenges at DPR plenary meeting

DPR Speaker Puan Maharani said political dynamics are testing the integrity of honest and fair elections, and reaffirmed Parliament’s commitment to democratic principles under the Constitution. She also outlined bills for continued deliberation and said the DPR supports a professional police investigation into alleged wiretapping of President Prabowo, while warning against abuse of state authority.

Gandaria Utara Neighbourhood Head Imam Basori Takes Third Place in Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes

Imam Basori, head of RT 11/RW 7 in Gandaria Utara, South Jakarta, won third place in the community mobiliser category at the 2026 Jakarta Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes awards. His technology-based initiatives for sorting and processing waste have helped residents manage organic waste and earned him a Rp15 million prize, equipment and a role in activities organised by the Jakarta provincial government.

Rano Karno urges museums to become spaces for dialogue and cultural interaction

Jakarta Deputy Governor Rano Karno has called for museums to expand beyond preserving historical objects and become inclusive spaces for education, dialogue and cultural exchange. Ahead of Jakarta’s 500th anniversary in 2027, he urged museums to engage communities and young people, while highlighting international cooperation through the ICOM-CECA 2026 conference.

Learning from Ameena: Study Reveals Parenting Patterns That Make Children Jealous

A viral account by four-year-old Ameena, who feels her father sides more often with her younger sister, highlights sibling rivalry and how children perceive differences in parental treatment. Research links perceived favouritism and unfairness with sibling jealousy and adjustment issues, while experts advise parents to listen to children’s feelings and avoid comparisons.

US Capital to Hold Night-time Drone Exercise, Residents Urged Not to Panic

Authorities in Washington, D.C., have urged residents not to be alarmed by drone sightings or noise during a 10–12 November exercise testing systems to detect and track unauthorised drones. The routine operation will assess expanded sensor networks and real-time data links across the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia, and is not related to any specific threat.

Number of MPs Said to Have Signed Motion to Express an Opinion Rises to 50

Around 50 MPs from six parliamentary factions have reportedly backed a motion to invoke the House of Representatives’ Right to Express an Opinion over the controversy surrounding Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s educational credentials. The House leadership has acknowledged receiving the proposal and says it will consider the next steps under parliamentary rules, amid recent court rulings concerning the validity of Gibran’s secondary-school equivalency certificate.

Economic Affairs Ministry Promotes Investment Opportunities in Transport Infrastructure

Indonesia’s Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs is seeking to attract Austrian investment, partnerships and technology for transport infrastructure through an Indonesia–Austria business forum in Jakarta. The discussions covered rail, road and air transport, alongside national infrastructure priorities and procurement frameworks, as the government looks to expand private-sector participation and accelerate strategic projects.

SMAN 37 Jakarta Student Liliana Wins First Runner-up Honour in Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes

Liliana Nur Gandi, a second-year student at SMAN 37 Jakarta, received first runner-up honours in the organiser category at the 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes Jakarta awards. Her school waste-sorting initiative has helped 89 per cent of students actively sort rubbish, while the Jakarta provincial government said the awards recognise people inspiring practical environmental action.

How Biostimulation Technology Helps Boost Skin Collagen

Collagen biostimulation is being promoted as an aesthetic treatment that encourages the skin’s natural collagen production, with the aim of improving firmness and texture without excessive facial volume. A clinician says the PLLA-based product Julaine of Sweden reported 96 per cent patient satisfaction in cited research, while stressing that results vary and treatment requires medical assessment because there is no immediate reversal agent.

Bahlil’s Deputy on BP and Shell Leaving the Petrol Station Business: A Business Decision, Not a Reflection of the Investment Climate

Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry says BP and Shell’s decisions to exit retail fuel-station operations reflect changes in their business strategies, not weaknesses in the country’s investment climate. BP is focusing on upstream oil and gas, including the Tangguh LNG project, while Shell is prioritising its lubricants business and will retain brand visibility in Indonesia.

Eco-Enzyme Advocate Juliana Wins Second Honourable Mention in Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes

Juliana Ojong, a member of the Eco Enzyme Nusantara community, has received second honourable mention in the organiser category at Jakarta’s 2026 Pilah Olah Sampah Heroes awards. Her work turns clean organic waste into eco-enzyme, while the Jakarta provincial government says the awards recognise residents who take sustained action on waste and encourage others to do the same.

Retail Sales Index Contracts in September 2026

Bank Indonesia’s Real Sales Index reached 219.5 in September 2026, up 0.6% year on year but down from August’s 1.3% growth; month-on-month sales fell 3.1%. The central bank expects sales to rebound in October and sees stronger retail expectations for December 2026 and March 2027, supported by seasonal religious-holiday demand.

What Is the Right to Express an Opinion? It Is Now Proposed in Connection with Vice-President Gibran

Indonesian MPs have proposed invoking the House of Representatives’ right to express an opinion over a controversy involving Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming, with about 50 legislators reported to have signed the proposal. The article outlines the statutory grounds, minimum support and quorum requirements, and the parliamentary process that would follow if the proposal is approved.

Marking World Diabetes Day 2026, Soyjoy and Persadia Urge the Public to Adopt a Balanced Diet

Soyjoy and the Indonesian Diabetes Association (Persadia) held educational activities in Bogor for World Diabetes Day 2026, promoting early detection, balanced eating, nutritious snacking and physical activity. The events reached healthcare professionals and more than 7,000 people with diabetes and members of the public, while highlighting practical approaches to managing cravings and blood sugar.

Emil Dardak Proud as Two East Java Residents Win 2026 DPD RI Awards: ‘They Are Resilient Women’

East Java Deputy Governor Emil Dardak has praised Taryaningsih and Endang Dzunuraini after they received 2026 DPD RI Awards for non-formal education and regional cultural preservation. Their community-led initiatives support people with disabilities in Trenggalek and revive batik-making while empowering rural women and local artists in Lamongan.

Two elderly people evacuated from house fire in West Jakarta’s Duri Kosambi

Residents rescued two elderly people, one of whom had suffered a stroke, from a house fire in Duri Kosambi, West Jakarta, early on Tuesday. The cause remains unknown; firefighters deployed 10 engines and extinguished the blaze in under an hour.

Facing a Financial Emergency? What to Consider Before Borrowing Money

Financial educator Albertus Axel says borrowers should assess their needs, cash flow and repayment capacity before taking out a loan, and check a lender’s legality and all charges and repayment terms. His guidance comes as online lending grows in Indonesia, with a campaign by AdaKami seeking to improve borrowers’ understanding of loan obligations.

Students Dominate Traffic Accident Victims in Kupang; One Person Killed During Operation Patuh

Traffic accidents during Operation Patuh Turangga 2026 in Kupang mainly involved people of working age, with students accounting for the largest share of victims. Although accidents fell from 29 to 27 year-on-year and deaths dropped from four to one, police say single-vehicle crashes and risky driving remain concerns.

Avoid Overspending: Five Ways to Manage Your Money When Shopping for Discounted Goods

Double-date sales events can help shoppers save on household and personal essentials, but attractive promotions may also encourage unnecessary spending. The article recommends prioritising genuine needs, setting a spending limit and comparing prices and promotion terms before buying.

Rumah Zakat Receives 2026 Partner Appreciation from ITB’s Directorate of Student Affairs

Rumah Zakat has received an appreciation award from the Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) for supporting student programmes, including scholarships, student achievement and organisations, professional development and entrepreneurship. The recognition highlights collaboration between the university and a social-sector partner to expand educational opportunities and support young people’s development.

Forestry Ministry uproots 11,180 illegal oil palm trees in Lamandau Wildlife Reserve, Central Kalimantan

The Forestry Ministry and partner agencies have cleared 88 hectares of illegal oil palm plantations in Lamandau Wildlife Reserve, uprooting at least 11,180 trees after 43 individuals agreed to stop using the land. The government plans to restore the peatland ecosystem through revegetation with native species and will monitor the area to prevent renewed illegal activity.

Islamic Financial Inclusion at Just 13%; Bank Aladin Adopts This Strategy

Islamic financial inclusion in Indonesia remains at around 13%, prompting Bank Aladin Syariah to focus on inclusion, adequate business scale and distinctive products. Its strategy uses modern retail ecosystems to reach customers and grassroots businesses, particularly MSMEs, directly.

Steel Plant Explosion Kills 17 Workers

An explosion at the HABAS steel plant in western Turkey killed 17 workers and injured 13 others, with the death toll rising after a critically injured worker died. Turkish authorities have launched an investigation, while workers’ groups point to a record of safety failures at the plant.

Former Dompu Police Chief Dismissed After Female Detainee Became Pregnant in Cell

Ipda Sarbani, the former head of Dompu Police Station, has been dishonourably discharged from the police following an ethics hearing over the pregnancy of a female detainee in a cell. The detainee, who was awaiting trial on an ecstasy-related drug charge, was held at the station as a custody placement from the Dompu District Prosecutor’s Office; authorities have yet to specify which rule Sarbani breached.