Archive: 12 November 2026
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Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:08 WIB
Kapuas disaster agency records 5,482 hectares affected by forest and land fires
Kapuas Regency recorded 582 forest and land fires affecting 5,482.96 hectares from January to 10 November 2026, alongside 57,551 detected hotspots. Although fires have begun to ease, authorities are maintaining patrols and preparedness as the regency moves into a 14-day recovery transition period and urges residents not to clear land by burning.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:08 WIB
Minister: WIC Bazaar Helps Women Entrepreneurs Expand Their Markets
Women’s International Club Jakarta’s annual charity bazaar provides women-led businesses with a platform to showcase products and build partnerships, Women’s Empowerment Minister Arifah Fauzi said. She highlighted persistent barriers for women-owned small businesses, including limited access to capital, training, technology and markets, and called for stronger collaboration to advance women’s economic empowerment.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:07 WIB
Most Fortified Rice Brands Fail to Meet Requirements; Bapanas Freezes New Permits
Government inspections found that 25 of 27 fortified rice brands failed to meet production requirements, prompting the National Food Agency (Bapanas) to suspend new permits while it reforms oversight. Two producers covering nine brands are under investigation, and violators could face permit revocation, prison sentences of up to seven years and fines of Rp1.5 billion.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:07 WIB
Indonesia’s eastern regions outpace national manufacturing growth
Manufacturing output in North Maluku, Southeast Sulawesi, North Sulawesi and West Papua more than doubled between 2021 and 2025, growing at an average annual rate of 18.21 per cent against the national average of 5.17 per cent. The Industry Ministry says growth is led by downstream processing, but output remains concentrated in a few locations and the provinces still account for only a small share of national manufacturing; it is urging stronger links between local communities, small industries and large firms.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:07 WIB
Muhammadiyah Says Gibran’s Resignation Is an Opportunity for Prabowo to Eradicate Corruption
Muhammadiyah leader Anwar Abbas says Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s resignation could give President Prabowo Subianto an opportunity to renew efforts to tackle corruption and restore political and economic stability. He also urges Prabowo to replace ministers who are not advancing his agenda and ensure development benefits the wider public rather than a small elite.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:06 WIB
Jakarta to Raise Taxes on Plaza Senayan and Senayan City if Underground Link Is Not Built
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo says the city will impose higher taxes on Plaza Senayan and Senayan City if their developers do not build an underground connection to ease congestion. He has also threatened to close the malls’ front access, while proposing that the underground passage accommodate small and medium-sized enterprises and improve pedestrian connectivity.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:05 WIB
Yusril Says Prabowo Will Discuss Vice-Presidential Candidates with Coalition Parties
President Prabowo Subianto plans to consult the coalition parties that backed his government on candidates to replace Gibran Rakabuming Raka as vice-president, Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra said. The president has 14 days after receiving the letter from the People’s Consultative Assembly (MPR) to submit a candidate, while the choice remains his prerogative.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:05 WIB
BSI Opens Hajj Pilgrimage Cost Payments: Dates and Fees
Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) says it has strengthened its branch and digital services ahead of the first-stage payment period for regular pilgrims’ 2027 Hajj costs, which runs from 10 November to 10 December 2026. The article sets out the second-stage dates and the remaining payment amounts by departure embarkation, while noting that the amounts are calculated after deducting the Rp25 million initial deposit.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:05 WIB
Bambang Pacul Says New Vice-President to Be Chosen Before 5 December
MPR Deputy Speaker Bambang Wuryanto says the parliamentary vote to choose a replacement for Gibran Rakabuming Raka is expected to take place between 23 November and 4 December 2026, earlier than the constitutional deadline. The MPR will set the schedule and establish a verification team, while President Prabowo Subianto has the prerogative to nominate the two candidates.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:04 WIB
Social Affairs Minister: Zero tolerance; school principals and teachers who breach People’s School rules dismissed
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf says principals and teachers found to have committed bullying, sexual or physical violence, or intolerance at People’s Schools will be dismissed immediately if there is sufficient evidence. The programme, a flagship initiative offering free education to children from the poorest households, currently operates at 182 sites and aims to build 500 permanent schools by 2029.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:04 WIB
Untidar Students Turn Cempedak Rind into a Modern Nugget
Food technology students at Tidar University have developed a nugget made with mandai, a traditional South Kalimantan fermented food produced from cempedak rind. The innovation featured at the university’s food technology expo, which showcased around 24 fermented products and highlighted both culinary heritage and practical learning in food fermentation.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:03 WIB
Kampar Police Arrest 15 Suspects in Week-Long Drug Operation, Seize Methamphetamine and Cannabis
Kampar Police arrested 15 people during a week-long operation and seized 39.75 grammes of methamphetamine, one ecstasy pill and 1.2 kilogrammes of dried cannabis. The operation, conducted by the district police and several local police stations, is part of an ongoing effort to curb drug distribution and protect the community.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:02 WIB
MSCI reshuffles Indonesian stocks in November 2026 review
MSCI removed Barito Pacific and Bumi Resources Minerals from its Global Standard Index, while adding seven issuers to its Global Small Cap Index; Bumi Resources Minerals remains covered in the latter. The changes take effect on 1 December and matter to investors because MSCI indices are benchmarks for global institutional portfolio allocation.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:00 WIB
Tax authority maintains focus on revenue amid political turmoil
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Taxes says political developments have not affected its work, and it will continue pursuing revenue targets while improving tax administration and voluntary compliance. The article also reports that the MPR will begin procedures to fill the vice-presidential vacancy after Gibran Rakabuming Raka submitted his resignation, including requesting replacement candidates and preparing a plenary session.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:00 WIB
KDM Says Farmers, Fishermen, Teachers and Domestic Workers Are Also Heroes — Here’s Why
West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi says heroism extends beyond armed struggle to people whose daily work supports the nation, communities and families. On Heroes’ Day, he praised farmers, fishermen, teachers and parents, and welcomed the designation of two West Java figures as National Heroes.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:00 WIB
Police Step In After Two Students Clash in Yogyakarta’s Lempuyangan Area
Two students wearing junior- and senior-secondary school uniforms were involved in a dispute on Jalan Doktor Sutomo in Yogyakarta, after reportedly chasing one another from a nearby petrol station. Residents broke up the incident, and police say its cause is still under investigation.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:00 WIB
Internet Slows Worldwide Because of Game Downloads
Internet providers in several countries have warned that connections may slow temporarily as millions of users pre-download the 212GB Grand Theft Auto VI ahead of its 19 November 2026 launch. The surge has reportedly set traffic records and strained networks during peak hours, although providers expect conditions to ease within two to three days.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:00 WIB
Megawati: If Waste Is Sorted at Home, Bantar Gebang Will Only Receive Sorted Waste
Megawati Soekarnoputri has urged households to sort waste and process organic rubbish at source, arguing that doing so would reduce the burden on the Bantar Gebang landfill. At a National Waste Awareness Week event, she described a simple, low-cost method for turning household organic waste into compost and highlighted recycling as part of the circular economy.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:00 WIB
Sandiaga Uno Says Gibran’s Resignation Could Affect Shares and IPOs
Former tourism and creative economy minister Sandiaga Uno says political uncertainty following reports of Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s resignation could influence share movements and companies’ decisions to pursue IPOs. He says a clear democratic transition and political stability are important for economic certainty and investor confidence.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 19:00 WIB
Hanura Prepares Special Strategy to Win in Highland Papua Under the Noken System
Hanura is developing a tailored election strategy for Highland Papua, where the constitutionally recognised noken voting system makes electoral conditions different from those elsewhere. The party says it aims to return to the national parliament in 2029 after failing to win seats in the previous two elections, drawing on its network of 525 provincial and local councillors.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:58 WIB
Police stop three Indonesians recruited as Russian mercenaries
Indonesian police stopped three people from travelling to Russia after they were allegedly recruited online as mercenaries, while four others had already departed in September. Two local suspects were arrested over the recruitment scheme, which allegedly used tourist visas and involved falsifying statements to immigration officials; they face charges under anti-trafficking and migrant-worker protection laws.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:58 WIB
Facing the Nation’s Challenges, Religious Affairs Minister Urges Unity and Sovereignty
Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar has called on Indonesians of all faiths to preserve harmony, resist divisive narratives and reaffirm the country’s sovereignty as it faces national challenges. The Ministry of Religious Affairs is holding a nationwide evening of prayer, while religious leaders have pledged to uphold national unity and the integrity of the Republic of Indonesia.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:58 WIB
Constitutional Court Allows Online Motorcycle Taxi Driver to Withdraw Human Rights Law Challenge
Indonesia’s Constitutional Court has approved Eduwin Purba’s withdrawal of a petition challenging several laws, including the Human Rights Law, the law ratifying the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Criminal Code. The Court said the petition cannot be refiled; Purba had raised concerns about disruptions to religious worship, including the rejection of church construction and the dispersal of religious activities.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:57 WIB
Indonesia seeks ITU Council seat and highlights digital transformation
Indonesia presented its digital transformation strategy at the ITU conference in Doha, highlighting satellite connectivity, 5G expansion, regulatory reforms, child-protection safeguards and biometric SIM registration. The country is also seeking a seat on the ITU Council for 2027–2030, framing international cooperation as key to building an inclusive, safe and resilient digital future.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:57 WIB
More Factories Begin Operating as Unemployment in Indramayu Falls Sharply
The number of jobseekers in Indramayu fell by nearly half in January–October 2026 compared with the total for 2025, which a local labour official attributed to more factories opening in the regency. Indramayu has designated 14,110 hectares for industrial use across six sub-districts, although official data on its 2026 open unemployment rate have not yet been released.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:56 WIB
Deputy Forestry Minister: Norway’s RBC funding proves Indonesia is reducing emissions
Deputy Forestry Minister Rohmat Marzuki said a US$100 million payment from Norway under the fifth Result-Based Contribution (RBC) mechanism recognises Indonesia’s verified reductions in emissions from deforestation and forest degradation. The government says the funds will support forest protection and restoration, while environmental officials stressed that emissions targets require coordinated action and that progress should be judged by environmental integrity and benefits to local communities.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:55 WIB
Electric Motorbike Sales Remain Low as Consumers Stick with Petrol Models
Electric motorbikes still account for only a small share of Indonesia’s two-wheeler market, despite Honda launching new models. FIFGROUP says financing for Honda’s electric models remains below 10% of its target, with demand concentrated mainly in Greater Jakarta.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:54 WIB
Three Pangrango Train Services to Depart Earlier from 1 December 2026
Three Pangrango train services departing Bogor Paledang will leave five minutes earlier from 1 December, following the introduction of the 2026 rail travel schedule. KAI says other Pangrango and Siliwangi departure times and the number of daily services will remain unchanged; the two routes carried more than 1.37 million passengers from January to October 2026.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:53 WIB
BTS Theft Poses Challenge for Operators and Threatens Connectivity
XLSMART says the growing theft of base transceiver station (BTS) equipment makes recovery difficult and risks disrupting telecommunications connectivity. The operator is coordinating with regulators and other providers, and is urging communities to protect shared telecoms infrastructure; it also wants the infrastructure designated a national vital object.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:52 WIB
Integrating Renewable Energy with Productive Sectors, Pertamina Patra Niaga Says It Has Boosted Village Economies by Rp4.7 Billion
Pertamina Patra Niaga says its Village Energy Independence (DEB) programme has established 154 sites, reaching more than 160,000 beneficiaries and generating an economic impact of Rp4.7 billion. The initiative links renewable energy—including solar, micro-hydro and biogas—to village activities such as farming, food processing and micro-enterprises.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:52 WIB
Associations Urge Stronger Oversight of E-cigarette Sales
Indonesia’s vape retail and workers’ associations are calling for tighter controls to prevent access by minors and the use of devices in narcotics distribution, while seeking legal certainty and safeguards for workers. The debate comes amid an MUI fatwa declaring e-cigarettes haram and a constitutional review of provisions in the 2023 Health Law; industry figures cited by the Ministry of Industry underline the sector’s economic scale.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:52 WIB
From Mangroves to Batik, Mentawir Residents Develop Environmentally Based Businesses
Indonesia’s Mangroves for Coastal Resilience programme has provided Rp272.46 million in matching-grant support to two community groups in Mentawir, East Kalimantan. The funding will help expand a batik business using mangrove-based natural dyes and a tourism group, linking local livelihoods with conservation in an area within the delineation of the Nusantara capital region.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:51 WIB
Youth and Sports Minister: Exclusion of SEA Games 2027 Flagship Sports Is Saddening
Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir has criticised the omission of several sports in which Indonesia excels from the 2027 SEA Games programme, warning that it could hinder sporting progress across South-East Asia. He said Indonesia would pursue sports diplomacy with Malaysia and other regional countries to promote fairness and wider inclusion.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:51 WIB
Transmigration Ministry: The programme is now about developing economic areas
Transmigration Minister M. Iftitah Sulaiman Suryanagara says the programme has shifted from relocating people to developing transmigration settlements as integrated economic areas. The ministry and the National Development Planning Agency have identified 154 areas for focused development, including 45 national priorities, with revitalisation efforts covering land titles and basic infrastructure.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:50 WIB
Leasing Firm Investigates Why Indonesians Buy Motorcycles; No. 3 Is Unexpected
A FIFGROUP survey found that Indonesians most commonly buy motorcycles for work or business, followed by taking children to school; leisure rides ranked third. The findings help explain resilient motorcycle demand and inform the lender’s credit-risk assessment, while FIFGROUP says it has not tightened its financing rules for applicants with sufficient income.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:49 WIB
Pegadaian: State-Owned Enterprises Must Do More Than Pursue Profits; They Must Create Value for Society
Pegadaian says financial inclusion requires services that people with disabilities can genuinely use, not merely products that are nominally available. The company links accessibility to the wider transformation of state-owned enterprises under Danantara, arguing that success should be measured by social value as well as financial returns.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:49 WIB
Indonesia seeks faster capital market reforms to protect investors
The government has urged the Financial Services Authority and Indonesia Stock Exchange to accelerate enforcement of capital market rules, including action against violations, while continuing reforms to improve transparency, liquidity and oversight. Officials also called for better corporate governance, broader institutional investor participation and stronger financial education, stressing that protecting market investors’ assets is a priority.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:49 WIB
BPBD: Flooding in South Aceh has completely receded
Floodwaters that inundated three villages in the Trumon area of South Aceh have fully receded, and displaced residents have returned home. The flooding affected 794 people and forced 205 to evacuate; heavy rainfall, overflowing rivers and a 210-metre embankment breach were cited as causes.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:48 WIB
36 Designers from 23 Provinces Compete for the 2026 Fatmawati Trophy
Thirty-six fashion designers from 23 Indonesian provinces are taking part in the national judging for the 2026 Fatmawati Trophy. Organisers say the competition honours Fatmawati’s legacy while showcasing regional culture and nurturing a stronger national fashion-design ecosystem.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:48 WIB
King Cobras on the Increase in Tabanan, with 21 Reports
The Reptil Asih Tabanan Foundation has logged 21 reports of king cobras appearing in residential areas and gardens, mostly in Penebel district, ahead of the rainy season. A recent relocation uncovered a nest containing 52 eggs, prompting a warning for residents to stay alert and contact trained responders rather than attempt to handle the snakes themselves.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:46 WIB
Yusril: Prabowo Could Consult Coalition Parties on New Vice-President
Yusril Ihza Mahendra says President Prabowo Subianto has sole authority to select two candidates to replace Gibran Rakabuming Raka as vice-president, although he may consult the parties that backed him in the 2024 election. The nomination timetable depends on an official letter from the MPR, after which Prabowo will have 14 days to submit names; no candidate has been confirmed.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:46 WIB
Batam BNN Flags Etomidate Misuse as APVI Responds to Vape Fatwa
Batam’s National Narcotics Agency has raised concerns about etomidate, a Category II narcotic, being misused in e-cigarette liquids. In response to the national agency’s recommendation to ban vapes and the Indonesian Ulema Council’s 2026 fatwa, the Indonesian Personal Vaporiser Association’s Riau Islands chapter has called for transparency and joint assessment with stakeholders.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:45 WIB
Social Affairs Minister: Vice-President’s Resignation Will Not Affect Poverty-Reduction Programmes
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf says Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s resignation as vice-president will not disrupt the ministry’s poverty-reduction work, which will continue in line with President Prabowo’s direction. He highlighted the expansion of People’s Schools and digital social protection, alongside plans to register at least 96 million families in the social protection system by the end of 2026.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:45 WIB
Flooding Prompts Aceh Government to Declare Disaster Alert Status
Aceh has declared a disaster alert from 11 November 2026 to 31 January 2027, anticipating floods, landslides and extreme weather during the seasonal transition. BNPB says the status is a precautionary measure—not an indication that the province is already facing a major disaster—and urged residents and local authorities to strengthen preparedness.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:44 WIB
Gayo Lues Flood Damages Infrastructure as Public Works Ministry Mobilises All Technical Units
Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo has inspected post-flood infrastructure repairs in Gayo Lues, Aceh, prioritising the Blangkejeren–Pining route, a key connection to Aceh Tamiang. The ministry has deployed its technical directorates and enlisted state-owned contractors to restore roads, bridges, river channels and essential services amid continuing heavy rain.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:44 WIB
DJP Finds 1.9 Million Taxpayers Deleted Withholding Tax Statements from Annual Returns
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) says 1.9 million taxpayers deleted withholding tax statements when filing their 2025 annual income tax returns, apparently to make the balance due or refund show as zero. The authority has contacted selected taxpayers and is urging them to correct their returns voluntarily, using reminders designed to encourage compliance rather than foreground penalties.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:43 WIB
Staff and Supporters See Gibran Off as He Leaves Vice-Presidential Palace
Gibran Rakabuming Raka left the Vice-Presidential Palace after President Prabowo Subianto accepted his resignation as vice-president. Palace staff and supporters lined up to bid him farewell, while Gibran also apologised to Prabowo during a meeting at the Presidential Palace.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:43 WIB
Pramono Waives Six Months’ Rent for Kebayoran Lama Street Vendors Who Move to Markets
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has offered six months of rent-free market space to street vendors in Kebayoran Lama who agree to relocate from roadside trading spots. The move is intended to organise street commerce, with Pasar Bantar Putih and Pasar Kebayoran Lama designated to receive the traders; the city is also targeting illegal roadside parking.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:41 WIB
Unity Is Key to National Progress, Says Muhammadiyah Secretary-General at Grand Tabligh Gathering
Muhammadiyah Secretary-General Abdul Mu’ti said Indonesia’s religious, ethnic and cultural diversity should be treated as a source of strength, with unity essential to national progress. Speaking at an event in Palu, he urged people to reject superiority and division and to put mutual respect and shared interests into practice.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026, 18:40 WIB
ULM receives Rp7.5bn in scholarships for 50 students from Adaro’s first-ring villages
Lambung Mangkurat University (ULM) has received Rp7.5 billion in scholarship funding for 50 students from villages near the operations of PT Adaro Indonesia and AlamTri Group in South and Central Kalimantan. The four-year Indonesia Bright Future Leaders programme covers tuition, living costs and accommodation, while also providing soft-skills training; the wider initiative has supported more than 552 students since 2018.