Archive: 10 November 2026
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Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:06 WIB
Three workers die at Tata’s Indian iPhone parts factory in latest safety incident
Three contract workers died after inhaling gas during maintenance at an effluent treatment plant at Tata Electronics’ Hosur factory in Tamil Nadu; state authorities, Tata and Apple are investigating. The incident adds to recent operational and environmental challenges at Tata’s iPhone manufacturing sites, although production was unaffected because the facility was closed for Deepavali.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:04 WIB
Gerindra Legislator Urges MSME Products to Break into Global Markets
Muhammad Husein Fadlulloh, deputy chair of the DPR’s Inter-Parliamentary Cooperation Agency, says parliamentary diplomacy should deliver practical benefits by helping local products reach international markets. At an event in Tasikmalaya, he urged craft and MSME businesses to improve quality and meet destination-market specifications so they can compete globally.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:04 WIB
Muhaimin: Government Piloting PNM Financing with Interest Capped at 8 Per Cent
The government is piloting a PNM financing scheme for women from low-income households, with interest capped at 8 per cent, down from around 24 per cent. The initiative aims to widen access to capital and strengthen household incomes, while ensuring the financing model remains sustainable.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:04 WIB
Police Put Operational Vehicles on Standby in Tugu Tani Area
Police have deployed operational vehicles, including crowd-control units and an ambulance, near Tugu Tani ahead of a student demonstration scheduled for Tuesday afternoon. Traffic remained smooth, while Jakarta Metro Police reported 74 public-protest activities among 83 community events taking place in Jakarta and surrounding areas that day.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:03 WIB
Presidential Advisory Council Member Says Gibran No Longer Meets Requirements to Serve as Vice-President
Constitutional law expert and Presidential Advisory Council member Margarito Kamis argues that Supreme Court and Constitutional Court rulings could provide grounds for parliament to pursue Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s impeachment. He says the decision to initiate that constitutional process rests with the House of Representatives, while the General Elections Commission has no authority to act on the rulings’ consequences for the vice-presidential post.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:03 WIB
Golkar Serves Legal Notice on Said Didu and Sri Radjasa over Allegations Linking Bahlil to Spying
Golkar’s legal team has issued an open legal notice to Muhammad Said Didu and Sri Radjasa Chandra over social media claims that party chairman Bahlil Lahadalia was involved in the illegal tapping of President Prabowo Subianto. The party says the allegations are unsupported and potentially harmful to political stability, and has given them 72 hours to retract the claims and apologise before it considers legal action.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:02 WIB
CV Yong Fisheries Exports 4.8 Tonnes of Grouper from Tual to Hong Kong
CV Yong Fisheries shipped 4,856 kilograms of live grouper to Hong Kong between 5 and 8 November 2026, generating US$57,036 in foreign exchange. The latest shipment adds to 24.5 tonnes exported from the Tual Customs supervision area through the third quarter, as customs support aims to help local fisheries businesses access international markets.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:02 WIB
Russian Space Opens at Istiqlal Mosque as a Hub for Cultural Exchange between Indonesia and Russia
Russia has opened a cultural and educational centre in the library of Jakarta’s Istiqlal Mosque, intended to foster ties through knowledge-sharing, cultural exchange and interfaith dialogue. Plans include regular monthly events, Russian-language learning and possible preparatory courses for Indonesian students seeking to study in Russia.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:01 WIB
JCI Rises, but Foreign Investors Pull Out Rp2.99bn and Sell These 10 Stocks
The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) rose 1.04% in the first half of trading on 10 November 2026, even as foreign investors recorded a net sell of Rp2.99 billion across the market. Telkom Indonesia led the foreign selling, while Astra International, Timah and Aneka Tambang were among the biggest net buys.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:01 WIB
Hanura Urges Gibran to Resign as Vice-President, Saying It Is More Honourable Than Impeachment
Hanura deputy chairman Patrice Rio Capella has urged Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka to resign, arguing that a voluntary departure would be more dignified and avoid prolonged political division. His call follows a Supreme Court ruling invalidating a 2019 certificate equating Gibran’s overseas high-school qualification with an Indonesian qualification; the article also recounts a Constitutional Court finding that the documents presented did not prove high-school graduation.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:01 WIB
AGO Names Arif Kurniawan’s Mining Company a Corporate Suspect
Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office has named PT Bumi Sentosa Jaya (BSJ) a corporate suspect in an alleged corruption case involving nickel mining governance in Southeast Sulawesi from 2013 to 2025. Prosecutors say the company continued mining after its permit expired in 2014 and are also investigating alleged bribes paid to state officials to facilitate licensing, production and nickel sales.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:00 WIB
Governor’s District-Level Meetings Should Hear Grassroots Voices, Says Activist
Gerakan Kolaborasi Jakarta coordinator Adjie Rimbawan says Governor Pramono Anung’s district-level meetings should include direct dialogue with community representatives, not just government officials. He argues that residents’ feedback would help assess public services and ensure provincial programmes respond to local needs.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:00 WIB
Indonesia’s manufacturing sector grows 5.87% in Q3 2026
Indonesia’s manufacturing sector expanded 5.87% year on year in the third quarter of 2026, faster than overall economic growth, and contributed 19.22% of GDP while attracting nearly half of national investment. The government is consulting businesses and pursuing measures on domestic demand, energy and input access, skills, technology and supply-chain integration to address costs, imports and other constraints.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:00 WIB
DPR speaker acknowledges factions’ input on right to express opinion
DPR Speaker Puan Maharani said the House leadership would consider factions’ input on whether to pursue the Right to Express Opinion mechanism over questions surrounding Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s diploma. PKB and PDIP lawmakers have described the mechanism as a possible way to address the issue, although PDIP said it would not submit a proposal at Tuesday’s plenary meeting.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:00 WIB
Ministry backs event-based tour packages to lengthen tourist stays
Indonesia’s tourism ministry is promoting packages that combine events such as concerts and cultural festivals with travel itineraries, aiming to extend visitors’ stays and increase their spending. The initiative relies on collaboration between government, tourism businesses, transport providers and online platforms, as Indonesia targets 16 million to 17.6 million foreign visitors and 1.18 billion domestic trips in 2026.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 13:00 WIB
Hydropower Dam Embankment Collapses, Flooding Tunnel and Forcing Workers to Evacuate
A protective embankment collapsed at Pakistan’s Tarbela Dam T-5 hydropower construction site, flooding parts of the project, including Tunnel Five, and prompting the evacuation of workers. No deaths were reported, but construction has been suspended indefinitely while authorities say water has been drained from the intake pit.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:59 WIB
Kupang Regency Government optimises local potential to strengthen food security
Kupang Regency is seeking to boost food security and regional economic growth by developing agriculture, livestock and fisheries in partnership with the central government and universities. The regency says it achieved rice self-sufficiency in 2025 and is expanding livestock, salt and seaweed production, while officials warn that sustained gains depend on water, seed, land protection, distribution and reliable markets.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:59 WIB
Deputy Religious Affairs Minister Strongly Condemns Same-Sex Couple’s “Immoral” Act at Women’s March
Deputy Religious Affairs Minister Romo Muhammad Syafi’i condemned a same-sex couple’s public display at the Jakarta Women’s March, saying it conflicted with religious values and national norms. He said the Ministry of Religious Affairs is finalising plans to add educational material on preventing the spread of LGBT culture to religious education curricula, citing a 2025 presidential regulation on national defence policy.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:57 WIB
Türkiye and Iraq Reaffirm Cooperation to End PKK Presence in Sinjar
Türkiye and Iraq have reaffirmed cooperation to end the PKK’s presence in Sinjar and restore central government authority there. Türkiye will begin gradually transferring its Bashiqa-Zelikan military base to Iraq’s federal government, while a joint security coordination committee will monitor progress.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:57 WIB
Lombok Tengah Regency Awaits Central Government Rules on Full-Time PPPK Appointments
Lombok Tengah Regency says it is ready to convert part-time government employees on employment contracts (PPPK) to full-time roles from 1 January 2027, but is awaiting implementation guidance from the central government. The regency has more than 4,500 part-time PPPK employees and does not yet know how full-time salaries will be funded; it has allocated Rp8.1 billion to pay delayed part-time salaries.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:57 WIB
Police Chief Transfers Two Three-Star Generals Amid Probe into Alleged Prabowo Wiretapping
The National Police have reassigned 25 senior and mid-ranking officers, including two three-star generals moved to policy analyst roles at the police education and training institute. The reshuffle comes as the Criminal Investigation Department investigates alleged illegal wiretapping, data deletion and unauthorised access, and has named four people as suspects, including General Listyo Sigit Prabowo, according to the article.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:56 WIB
Behind the Scenes of Digital Social Protection Making Welfare Assistance More Effective
Indonesia’s digital social protection pilot has registered more than 18.2 million households and links data across ministries and public agencies to improve the targeting of welfare assistance. The Communications and Digital Ministry says its data-exchange system is undergoing regular capacity testing, with the aim of making applications faster, more transparent and reliable as the service expands nationally.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:56 WIB
Netanyahu reportedly urges Trump to continue war with Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly calling US President Donald Trump daily to press for the war with Iran to continue and for further strikes. Arab leaders are concerned and have urged Trump to avoid escalation and prioritise negotiations, as the conflict remains unresolved despite a lull in hostilities.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:55 WIB
Six CEOs of Global Giants Caught Up in Infidelity Scandals
Several prominent business leaders, including Jensen Huang, Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos, have faced public scrutiny over relationships outside marriage, while others lost their chief executive roles after workplace relationships breached company rules or ethics codes. The cases illustrate how executives’ private conduct can become a reputational and governance issue for the companies they lead.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:53 WIB
Gibran Resignation Scenario: Puan Says There Has Been No Official Statement, Urges Public to Wait
DPR Speaker Puan Maharani has urged the public not to speculate about reports that Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming may resign, warning that unverified claims could cause public anxiety. She said the House would consider input from parliamentary factions and members on any proposed action, including a motion connected to impeachment, in accordance with constitutional procedures.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:53 WIB
KPK Summons Pemalang Acting Regent in Anom Case
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned Pemalang Acting Regent Nurkholes and other witnesses in an alleged extortion case involving suspended Regent Anom Widiyantoro. Investigators suspect that Anom collected Rp1.98 billion through an intermediary; four people have been named suspects, including a KPK administrative staff member.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:52 WIB
Alternative Routes Prepared for Congestion Around Jakarta Demonstration Sites
Jakarta’s transport agency has prepared conditional traffic diversions around Monas and Tugu Tani, the Hotel Indonesia Roundabout and the DPR/MPR complex, to be activated only if congestion develops. The agency says 510 personnel will be deployed and urges road users to follow live updates and instructions from officers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:52 WIB
Yusril: Government to Monitor DPR Debate on Vice-President’s Diploma
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra said the government would monitor Parliament’s response to questions over Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s diploma, but would not intervene in matters within the DPR’s authority. The issue follows separate Constitutional Court and Supreme Court rulings, while lawmakers consider whether to pursue the constitutional right to express an opinion.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:51 WIB
PKB Klungkung Closes, Satpol PP Prepares for Illegal Bicycle Racing to Move into Town
Klungkung’s Civil Service Police Unit is increasing patrols after the temporary closure of the Bali Cultural Centre (PKB) prompted illegal bicycle races to shift towards Semarapura. Officials have identified several new locations but say staffing constraints prevent continuous monitoring, and are asking residents to report dangerous activity.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:51 WIB
Education Minister Says IFP Does Not Hinder Pupils’ Handwriting Skills
Education Minister Abdul Mu’ti said interactive flat panels (IFPs) are intended to complement, not replace, conventional learning tools such as books and writing materials. The ministry says balancing digital learning with handwriting practice supports pupils’ basic skills, motor development, imagination and character formation.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:51 WIB
Eramet Announces Plans to Sell Stake in Weda Bay Nickel Mine in North Maluku
French mining group Eramet is in talks to sell a significant portion of its minority stake in Indonesia’s Weda Bay Nickel, as part of efforts to reduce group debt. The company has received interest from potential investors but has not disclosed their identities or the size of the stake under consideration; Danantara has said it is open to discussions.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:50 WIB
Get Ready for the 2026 Makkah Marathon and Explore Historic Routes
Makkah will host a three-day marathon from 17 to 19 December 2026, with races for children, people with disabilities and adult runners across distances of 5km, 10km and a half-marathon. Organised by the Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, the event is intended to promote the city’s heritage and community sport, and supports Saudi Vision 2030 goals to encourage physical activity and improve quality of life.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:49 WIB
TNI and police deploy water cannon and tactical vehicles at Bundaran HI
Joint TNI and police forces tightened security at Jakarta’s Bundaran HI ahead of demonstrations planned for 10 November 2026, deploying water cannon, tactical vehicles and personnel carriers. The Metro Jaya Police said 74 of 83 public activities scheduled across Jakarta and its surroundings that day would be public demonstrations, coinciding with Heroes’ Day.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:49 WIB
PKS’s Yanuar Displays ‘Gibran Should Resign or Be Removed’ Sign After Plenary Session
PKS MP Yanuar Arif displayed a sign calling on Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka to resign or be removed after a DPR plenary session, saying there had been no opportunity to speak during the meeting. Yanuar also confirmed that he had signed the constitutional right-of-opinion motion concerning the controversy over Gibran’s educational credentials; he said 12 PKS lawmakers had signed it.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:49 WIB
Preserving the Historical Legacy of Ampenan Old Town in Lombok
Ampenan’s historic port once connected Lombok to trade routes across Asia and fostered a diverse community whose heritage remains visible in old buildings and places of worship. Local groups and government are working to document and preserve the district, but private ownership and changing buildings pose challenges as they seek to keep it both historically distinctive and a living community.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:49 WIB
Jakarta Police Tighten Security Ahead of Demonstration in Monas Area
Jakarta police set up barricades and deployed security personnel around the Arjuna Wijaya Statue ahead of a planned demonstration, while keeping some lanes open to manage traffic. Traffic remained smooth and public activities around Monas continued as usual at the time of reporting.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:45 WIB
Accused of Setting Up Military Barracks in PIK 2, TNI Says They Are Temporary Tents
The Indonesian military (TNI) has denied claims that it established military barracks near the Tzu Chi school in the PIK 2 area, saying the structures seen in a viral video are temporary tents. TNI spokesperson Major General Muhammad Nas outlined the military’s three readiness levels but did not disclose the current status in Jakarta or explain the tents’ purpose.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:45 WIB
List of 16 Suspected Scams: Sophisticated Tactics and Promises of Huge Returns
Indonesia’s Illegal Financial Activities Eradication Task Force has halted 16 entities suspected of running illegal financial schemes. Their alleged tactics range from deposit-based task and recruitment schemes to investment offers involving financial instruments, impersonation of licensed firms and claims of regulatory approval.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:43 WIB
Health Ministry Seeks to Bring Healthcare Closer to Purworejo Residents
The Health Ministry has provided Purworejo’s RSUD dr. Tjitrowardojo with a mammography machine, allowing breast cancer survivors in the area to access examinations without travelling long distances. The ministry has also distributed CT scan and catheterisation laboratory equipment to hospitals and community health centres, aiming to improve local access to healthcare.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:43 WIB
KPK Summons Eight Land Office Heads and a Regional BPN Chief
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned eight land office heads and the head of the National Land Agency’s South Kalimantan regional office as witnesses in an alleged corruption case involving the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency. The investigation stems from a September 2026 sting operation over alleged corruption in the processing of building-use rights for property developer PT Summarecon Agung in Bogor Regency; eight people have been named as suspects.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:42 WIB
Telkom Streamlines Subsidiaries Through Two Mergers, Accelerating Restructuring
Telkom has announced plans to merge Telkominfra into Telkom Akses and Nusantara Sukses Investasi into Graha Sarana Duta as part of a wider subsidiary-streamlining programme. The moves are intended to integrate infrastructure services, simplify the group’s property ownership structure and improve efficiency, with Telkom targeting completion of its broader restructuring by the end of 2026.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:40 WIB
Labour Protection Law Officially Enacted: Union Leader Responds
The ASPIRASI trade union confederation has welcomed the enactment of Indonesia’s Labour Protection Law, while urging the government to involve unions substantively in drafting its implementing regulations. It says sustained oversight and effective enforcement will be essential to ensure the law delivers real protection and benefits for workers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:39 WIB
The Origins and Suffering of Javanese Contract Labourers in North Sumatra
The article traces the arrival of Javanese people in North Sumatra to the colonial-era plantation economy, following the establishment of tobacco estates in Deli in the 19th century. It describes the recruitment of Chinese and Tamil labourers before the excerpt ends with the British ban on human trafficking in 1877; the headline and opening lines also highlight the brutal abuse endured by contract workers.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:36 WIB
How Bank Mantap Helps Retirees Achieve Financial Independence
Bank Mantap says it has supported retirees in building sustainable businesses since 2017 through financing, training and market access at its branches. The bank sees entrepreneurship as one way to help retirees remain active and financially independent, as Indonesia prepares for a growing ‘silver economy’.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:36 WIB
South Jakarta Islamic Boarding School Leader Accused of Sexually Abusing Seven Students, Allegedly Under the Pretext of Asking for Massages
Police are investigating allegations that F, the leader of an Islamic boarding school in Petukangan Utara, sexually abused seven students after asking them to give him massages. The case was reported on 8 November, and investigators are coordinating with child-protection agencies while collecting evidence, including video and audio recordings; the alleged incidents are said to date back to 2025.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:36 WIB
Thousand Islands Regency Holds Film Festival to Promote Tourist Destinations
The Thousand Islands Tourism and Creative Economy Sub-agency will hold a film festival on Panggang Island on 14 November 2026 to promote local tourism and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. The programme will include short films by Jakarta-area creatives and local residents, alongside filmmaking sessions; the article also highlights ambitions to strengthen Jakarta’s film industry ecosystem.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:35 WIB
Veronica Tan: Women and Child Survivors of Violence Need Forensic Psychology Support
Deputy Minister for Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection Veronica Tan says forensic psychologists should support women and child survivors of violence throughout legal proceedings, helping protect them from further trauma while assisting the justice process. The ministry and the Indonesian Forensic Psychology Association are drafting standard guidance for psychological examinations, amid concerns about uneven capacity and practices across regions.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:35 WIB
Government Goes All Out to Boost the Economy with State Budget: Good or Bad News?
Government spending made an unusually large contribution to Indonesia’s economic growth in 2026, helping lift third-quarter growth to 5.47% year on year. But rising debt-interest costs, energy subsidy obligations and a sizeable budget deficit could constrain spending in 2027, strengthening the case for greater support from household consumption and private investment.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:32 WIB
IPB’s Young Legislative School strengthens students’ leadership capacity
IPB University has launched its 2026 Young Legislative School to strengthen students’ leadership skills and understanding of legislative functions in student organisations. Sessions led by practitioners, including a member of the General Elections Commission and a West Java regional legislator, covered prioritisation, situational awareness and systematic problem-solving.
Tue, 10 Nov 2026, 12:32 WIB
MUI Issues Fatwa Declaring Vapes Haram; Sahroni Calls for a Ban
Indonesia’s Ulema Council (MUI) has issued a fatwa declaring the use, production and sale of electronic cigarettes haram, citing health and social harms and the risk of their misuse for drug consumption. Deputy chairman of the House of Representatives’ Commission III Ahmad Sahroni has urged relevant institutions to introduce legally binding rules, including sanctions, to enforce a ban.