Archive: 1 November 2026
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Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 11:02 WIB
Education Minister Says Free Nutritious Meals Encourage Pupils to Attend School More Regularly
Education Minister Abdul Mu’ti says the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme may encourage pupils to attend school, as food provision can be an incentive to come in. He also says schools can use meal times to teach habits such as queuing, cleanliness and avoiding food waste, extending the programme’s benefits beyond nutrition.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 11:01 WIB
Criminal Investigation Department uncovers suspected fortified rice violations in North Sumatra
Indonesia’s Criminal Investigation Department, North Sumatra Police and the National Food Agency have uncovered suspected violations involving the production and sale of fortified rice in Deli Serdang. Investigators say four brands may have had quality and nutritional content that did not match their packaging labels; officers seized 15.1 tonnes of rice and production and fortification machinery.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 11:00 WIB
Video: Deputy Trade Minister Roro Shares Tips to Help Cosmetics MSMEs Shine
Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri said Indonesia’s beauty industry, with an estimated market value of US$10 billion, has significant potential to support the domestic economy. The Trade Ministry is encouraging innovation, certification—including halal certification—and improved packaging to strengthen businesses’ competitiveness and help them enter global markets.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 11:00 WIB
Amid Disaster Season, President Declares National Emergency
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz has declared a national emergency to speed up the deployment of resources and rescue teams as El Niño brings both drought and flooding. Drought has affected about 78,000 families and killed more than 75,000 livestock, while the UN warns the climate phenomenon could reach unprecedented strength and affect regions worldwide.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 11:00 WIB
IDX Seeks Global Investor Confidence as Indonesia Has More Than 50% Chance of Remaining an Emerging Market
Indonesia’s stock exchange chief says the country has more than a 50% chance of retaining its emerging-market status in the MSCI index, and hopes ongoing reforms will improve those odds. Reforms cited by US investor Chapman Taylor include closer coordination between regulators and the government, renewed engagement with MSCI, stronger market surveillance and action against manipulation.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:57 WIB
PB HMI welcomes police naming 20 companies as fire suspects
PB HMI welcomed the police naming 20 companies as suspects in forest and land fires, while urging transparent investigations, equal application of the law and environmental restoration by firms found responsible. Police data recorded 104 reports affecting 29,168.78 hectares; the group also called for stronger prevention, oversight and coordination to protect communities and ecosystems.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:54 WIB
IDX to Conduct Random Checks on Issuers’ Free Floats, Vows Tough Sanctions for Violators
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) will conduct random checks of listed companies’ reported public shareholdings and affiliate data, and says directors responsible for inaccurate reporting will face firm action. The checks form part of broader efforts to improve market transparency and data quality in response to evaluations by MSCI, alongside expanded disclosure of shareholder identities and investor classifications.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:52 WIB
West Jakarta Man Arrested with Methamphetamine in Small Hello Kitty Bag
Police in West Jakarta have arrested a 48-year-old man suspected of dealing methamphetamine after finding 36 small packets weighing 5.54 grammes concealed in a pink Hello Kitty box. The suspect said he received the drugs from a supplier who is now wanted by police; urine tests also returned positive for methamphetamine and amphetamine.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:52 WIB
Health Ministry urges public to embrace people with Down’s syndrome
The Health Ministry has urged the public to help people with Down’s syndrome feel accepted, saying social inclusion and simple gestures can support mental well-being and reduce loneliness. It also encouraged parents to monitor children’s development through integrated primary healthcare services and seek support from community health centres.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:49 WIB
RSPO reaffirms zero-tolerance policy on palm oil land fires
The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) says it is strengthening fire prevention and accountability measures, including satellite hotspot monitoring, independent complaints procedures and sanctions for breaches of its no-burning rules. Citing data that nearly 90% of the 1.9 million hectares burned in Indonesia from January to September 2026 were outside oil palm concessions, the organisation said certification and robust monitoring remain important to tackling recurring fires and haze.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:45 WIB
Five Foods Said to Hold the Secret to Japanese Longevity
Japan recorded 107,677 people aged 100 or older in September 2026, a record for the 56th consecutive year. Tokyo-based nutritionist Asako Miyashita says her traditional Japanese diet includes sweet potatoes, miso soup, daikon, seaweed and fish, while noting that mindful eating can also support health and quality of life.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:44 WIB
BMKG warns of waves reaching 4 metres off southern East Java
BMKG has issued an early warning of waves reaching 2.5–4 metres in the Indian Ocean south of East Java, driven by easterly to south-easterly winds. It also expects waves of 1.25–2.5 metres in several other Indonesian waters and warns that conditions could endanger shipping, fishermen and coastal communities.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:43 WIB
Alibaba and Apple Partner to Integrate Qwen AI into Apple Intelligence
Alibaba has partnered with Apple to integrate its Qwen AI model into Apple Intelligence for users in China, with developer beta testing due to begin on 4 November and a wider launch planned alongside iOS 27.3 in December. The opt-in features will span Siri and other Apple tools, while Alibaba says user prompts and generated responses will not be used to train its models.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:42 WIB
Political Analyst Says Pertamina Collaboration Strengthens Energy Governance
Political analyst and University of Indonesia lecturer Cecep Hidayat says Pertamina’s coordination with regional governments, regulators and other stakeholders can improve fuel distribution and responsiveness to local needs. He argues that transparent communication, clear accountability and coordinated risk management are essential to maintaining public trust, energy access and economic stability.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:38 WIB
1,000 Humanitarian Volunteers Rally at Monas for Palestine Solidarity Month 2026
A rally involving 1,000 humanitarian volunteers at Jakarta’s Monas marked the opening of Palestine Solidarity Month 2026. The event was framed as a show of moral support for Palestinians, promoting humanitarian action, solidarity and volunteerism for peace.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:38 WIB
Keeping Indonesia Polio-Free
WHO declared Indonesia’s type 2 polio outbreak over in November 2025, following a response that delivered nearly 60 million additional vaccine doses. The article argues that this milestone must be sustained through equitable routine immunisation, surveillance, accessible local services and continued support for polio survivors, while distinguishing outbreak closure from global eradication.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:36 WIB
France Gripped by Unrest as 320,000 Demonstrate and 565 Are Arrested
An estimated 320,000 people took part in demonstrations across France over the cost of living, public services and education, while organisers put attendance at nearly 500,000. Although most protests were peaceful, clashes in several cities left five security personnel injured and led to 565 arrests, prompting a large-scale deployment of police and gendarmes.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:33 WIB
Geometric Intelligence in Sumba Weaving
Researchers have found that Sumba textiles encode mathematical ideas, including patterns, symmetry and balance, reflecting knowledge passed down through generations. The study also interprets the hinggi cloth’s motifs through Sumba cosmology, social symbolism and a three-layered conception of the world.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:32 WIB
Pertamina Patra Niaga Partners with PLN and Len Industri to Strengthen Molinas
Pertamina Patra Niaga has signed an agreement with PLN and Len Industri to develop integrated charging and battery-swapping infrastructure for Indonesia’s national electric motorcycle programme, Molinas. The partnership will use Pertamina’s retail network, where 837 petrol stations have been developed as Green Energy Stations and 112 charging units and 122 battery-swapping units are already available.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:32 WIB
Jakarta police designate parking areas for Palestine rally
Jakarta police have designated five parking areas for participants attending a Palestine rally at Monas, scheduled for 5.30 am to noon. Authorities say the arrangements aim to limit disruption, while Car-Free Day will continue as scheduled and road users are urged to follow officers’ instructions and prioritise safety.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:30 WIB
Children and Teenagers Perform Wayang Orang in Semarang to Foster Love of Traditional Arts
Semarang City Government staged a wayang orang performance by students from its free training academy, aiming to nurture young people’s appreciation of traditional Indonesian culture. The programme also seeks to encourage a new generation of performers and keep the art form alive.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:30 WIB
Kadin Backs Prabowo’s Programme to Develop Future Leaders, Here’s Why
Kadin Indonesia has praised President Prabowo Subianto’s focus on human development and leadership training, saying these are essential to Indonesia’s ambition to become a developed nation. Kadin member James Riyadi cited the new P3MDI programme, which will intensively train more than 300 young graduates with work experience, as an initiative that deserves business-sector support.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:27 WIB
Araghchi: Iran Has No Plans to Hold Talks with US Officials
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran has no current plans to negotiate with US officials, dismissing reports of imminent talks as unfounded, although communication continues through Qatari and Pakistani mediators. He says any negotiations depend on Washington accepting Iran’s terms, including on the Strait of Hormuz, sanctions and frozen assets, while warning that Iran is prepared for the possibility of war.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:27 WIB
Domestic Investment Reaches Nearly Rp2,000 Trillion as Prabowo Briefs Participants in Bogor
President Prabowo Subianto was briefed that domestic investment had reached nearly Rp2,000 trillion during the first two years of his administration, as he met business leaders and participants in a leadership programme in Hambalang. The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) said businesses remain committed to developing future industries using local components, including electric vehicles, renewable energy and data centres.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:26 WIB
Demonstrators in Germany Stage Protest in Berlin, Demand Merz’s Resignation
Thousands of people joined a youth-led protest in Berlin calling for Chancellor Friedrich Merz to resign, criticising military support for Ukraine and domestic priorities. Similar demonstrations were held in more than 30 German cities, with participants also demanding education reform, action on the cost of living and opposition to plans to reintroduce compulsory military service.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:26 WIB
North Korea Tests Cluster-Bomb Missile with Destructive Power Covering up to 13 Hectares
North Korea says it tested a tactical ballistic missile fitted with a cluster-bomb warhead, claiming it can devastate a densely targeted area of 12 to 13 hectares. The test forms part of military weapons training and comes amid heightened tensions along the inter-Korean border, following a landmine blast that injured three South Korean soldiers.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:25 WIB
Bamsoet Urges KADIN to Boost Investment and Job Creation
Bambang Soesatyo has urged the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) to drive productive investment, strengthen domestic industry and expand employment, especially outside Java. He said economic growth must translate into wider opportunities for businesses and workers, supported by regulatory certainty, downstream processing and stronger links between large companies and local firms, cooperatives and MSMEs.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:25 WIB
Starting on an Escalator, the Fire Razed the Entire Station
A fire at London’s King’s Cross Underground station on 18 November 1987 began on a Piccadilly line escalator and rapidly engulfed the ticket hall. The disaster killed 31 people, including a London Fire Brigade officer; an investigation attributed it to a dropped or discarded lit match and a chain of mechanical and safety-management failures.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:21 WIB
Jansen Responds to Supreme Court Ruling: Gibran Must Resign as Vice-President or Be Removed
Democratic Party deputy secretary-general Jansen Sitindaon argues that a Supreme Court ruling invalidating and ordering the destruction of Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s high-school diploma equivalency certificate undermines his eligibility to remain Vice-President. Gibran’s lawyer rejects that view, saying the ruling came after the 2024 election and inauguration, cannot be applied retroactively and is not enforceable against his client’s position.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:20 WIB
Pasar Minggu Regional Hospital’s Oncology Centre Strengthens Cancer Services
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has inaugurated an oncology centre at Pasar Minggu Regional Hospital, bringing diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and patient support together. The city is also considering adding a radiotherapy machine to meet high demand and improve patients’ access to care.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:15 WIB
Rubio: G20 Focuses on Energy Resilience, Critical Minerals and Supply Chains
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said G20 foreign ministers focused on global energy resilience, securing critical-mineral supplies and addressing vulnerabilities in international supply chains amid geopolitical tensions. He also highlighted threats to maritime routes and practical cooperation through the Quad, warning that disruptions could affect energy, fertiliser, agricultural shipments and food security.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:15 WIB
Heavy Rain Causes Fatalities in Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands
Heavy rain and flooding on Santa Cruz Island in Ecuador’s Galápagos have killed one person, left two missing and forced around 80 people to evacuate. Authorities have declared an emergency, suspended commercial flights at Baltra Airport and mobilised rescue teams, medical staff and humanitarian supplies as they assess the damage.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:14 WIB
Tax Relief Boosts Bali’s Third-Quarter 2026 Revenue
Tax revenue in Bali reached Rp12.69 trillion in the third quarter of 2026, up 8.91 per cent year on year, with relief from administrative penalties contributing to the increase. The Bali tax office said taxpayers must still pay the principal tax owed and apply through the Coretax DJP system to qualify for reduced or waived penalties.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:13 WIB
Residents Impressed by Jakarta Smart City During City Hall Visit: ‘Outstanding!’
Visitors to the Namu Balai Kota programme were impressed by Jakarta Smart City’s information and reporting platform, and said its services should be better publicised. The visit also prompted interest in downloading the JAKI app, which brings together services for residents, including ways to report problems.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:11 WIB
Viral Row Between Motorcycle Taxi Drivers at Suluban Beach, Allegedly Over Passengers
A dispute between online motorcycle taxi drivers at Suluban Beach in Badung went viral after an argument reportedly escalated over competing for passengers. Police say there were no reported injuries and that the beach area is private, with online drivers permitted to enter only to drop passengers off, not to collect them.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:11 WIB
PKB Plans Political Action After Supreme Court Ruling on Gibran’s Certificate, Opens Talks
A PKB lawmaker says the Supreme Court ruling invalidating Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s high-school equivalency certificate will inform the party’s next political steps, alongside an earlier Constitutional Court decision. PKB is consulting other parliamentary parties and says it will examine civil society appeals, while the Supreme Court has granted a citizen’s appeal and declared the certificate void.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:10 WIB
Budi Arie Says Gibran Will Not Resign After Supreme Court Ruling, Calling Certificate Issue Administrative
Projo chairman Budi Arie said a Supreme Court ruling concerning Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s high-school equivalency certificate would not prompt the Vice-President to resign. He characterised the matter as administrative rather than electoral, while saying he respected the court’s authority.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:05 WIB
Deni Wicaksono Re-elected as Chairman of East Java GMNI Alumni Association
Deni Wicaksono was unanimously re-elected to lead the East Java branch of the Indonesian National Student Movement Alumni Association, with Syaifuddin Zuhri returning as secretary. The new leadership says it will focus on consolidating the organisation, engaging alumni across generations and adapting to technological change while upholding Marhaenism and its commitment to the people.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:04 WIB
Japan, US, Australia and India voice concern over China’s economic policies
The Quad foreign ministers criticised unilateral trade restrictions and non-market practices that they said fuel overcapacity and disrupt strategic supply chains, while avoiding naming China directly. They also pledged more than US$85 million in technical and financial assistance for trusted AI access in the Indo-Pacific and agreed to establish a business forum, as divisions at the G20 meeting prevented a joint communiqué.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:03 WIB
Kadin Says Business Confidence Strengthened in Prabowo’s First Two Years
Kadin Indonesia says business confidence in the national economic outlook has strengthened during President Prabowo Subianto’s first two years in office, citing nearly Rp2,000 trillion in domestic investment. The organisation argues that domestic businesses, including medium-sized firms, can bolster resilience and help develop future-facing sectors such as electric vehicles, renewable energy and data centres.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:00 WIB
OJK Reveals Capital Market Violations in 2026, with Fines Reaching Rp1.5 Trillion
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) says it imposed sanctions for capital market violations between January and 31 October 2026, including fines, licence suspensions and written warnings. The largest penalty was a Rp1.5 trillion fine against PT Sinar Mas Tunggal in a case involving PT Dian Swastatika Sentosa, while an associated IPO case involving PT Barito Renewables Energy resulted in a Rp500 billion fine against Anbo Holdings Ltd.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:00 WIB
Video: Communications Ministry Strengthens AI, Expands Affordable Internet and Prepares Digital Talent
Deputy Communications and Digital Minister Nezar Patria outlined plans to build Indonesia’s AI ecosystem through stronger infrastructure, skills and regulation, positioning the country as more than just a market for AI. The effort is intended to support digital economic growth, with Indonesia’s digital economy projected to reach US$365 billion to US$1 trillion by 2030, and includes measures to attract investment and mitigate AI-related risks.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:00 WIB
Caring for Sulawesi’s ‘Brown Gold’: How a Mobile Phone Is Changing Lives
Internet access brought to Langudon village by a 4G base station in 2022 is helping cocoa farmers check prices, contact buyers and learn cultivation techniques, while also opening up side-business opportunities. Farmers say better access to market information has reduced their dependence on middlemen, although drought and volatile cocoa prices continue to affect yields and incomes.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 10:00 WIB
Mobile Cinema Brings Joy to Gaza’s Children Amid Conflict
A travelling open-air cinema screened The Lion King for children in Gaza City’s Sheikh Radwan district as part of the 25th Animation Film Festival. The event offered a rare chance for shared entertainment and respite, highlighting the importance of play and cultural activities for children living through prolonged conflict.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 09:55 WIB
Tickets for Train Departures from 1 December Go on Sale Tonight
KAI will open bookings for train journeys departing from 1 December 2026 at 00:01 WIB on 1 November, ahead of the implementation of its 2026 railway timetable. The timetable includes changes to schedules, routes and stopping stations, which KAI says will give passengers more options and support mobility and economic activity around stations.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 09:50 WIB
Kadin Chief Reports Nearly Rp 2,000 Trillion in Domestic Investment to Prabowo
Kadin chairman Anindya Bakrie told President Prabowo Subianto that domestic investment had reached nearly Rp 2,000 trillion during the administration’s first two years. He said national businesses, including medium-sized firms, are vital to economic resilience and could help develop future industries such as electric vehicles, renewable energy and data centres.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 09:50 WIB
CITY UNDERGROUND: What Grew from the Blows
Meida, once labelled an unruly girl and forced to leave school after primary year five, found direction and a sense of family through boxing after meeting coach Dirman in 2025. She now trains rigorously at Sasana Prayoga Bogor and hopes to compete at Byon Combat, seeing the sport as a way to build health, discipline and resilience.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 09:45 WIB
Do Not Just Put Out the Fires—Seize the Assets of Forest Arsonists
The article argues that Indonesia’s enforcement against deliberate forest and land fires must target the profits and assets behind the crime, not merely punish those who set the fires. It urges the House of Representatives’ Commission III to use the proposed Asset Forfeiture Bill to improve asset tracing, beneficial-ownership transparency and environmental restoration, while ensuring judicial oversight and protection of third-party rights.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 09:45 WIB
21 Diseases and Services Not Covered by BPJS Health from 1 November 2026
BPJS Health does not cover 21 categories of illness and healthcare services under Presidential Regulation No. 82/2018, including cosmetic procedures, infertility treatment and care received abroad. The exclusions also cover cases payable through other schemes, such as work-injury and compulsory traffic-accident insurance, making it important for members to understand the limits of their coverage before seeking treatment.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 09:45 WIB
Trump’s Iran War Boosts Global Oil Companies’ Profits by More Than 100%
Bernie Sanders has accused major oil companies of profiting from the US-Israeli war against Iran as fuel costs rise for American households. He cited sharp increases in Exxon and Chevron profits, alongside a near-doubling at Shell, while the conflict has disrupted shipping through key oil routes and driven prices higher.