Archive: 1 November 2026
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Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:10 WIB
Indonesia stresses the importance of national resilience at G20 meeting in the US
Indonesia urged G20 members to strengthen national resilience as the basis for regional and global resilience, calling for multilateral cooperation, conflict de-escalation and respect for international maritime law. Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir also highlighted energy self-sufficiency and resilient supply chains, including biodiesel, solar power and expanded production centres in developing countries.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:10 WIB
UNM Lecturers Develop AI Chatbot to Improve MSMEs’ Legal Literacy
Lecturers at Universitas Nusa Mandiri have developed an AI- and NLP-powered chatbot to help Indonesian micro, small and medium-sized enterprises access information on business permits and regulations. The application achieved a 100 per cent functional testing success rate and a usability score of 71.98, and includes live chat with legal experts for more detailed guidance.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:10 WIB
33 Countries Urge Residents to Prepare Emergency Food Supplies; Agriculture Minister Amran Says Indonesia’s Food Supply Is Safe
At least 33 countries have urged households to keep food, water and medicines for emergencies, amid geopolitical tensions, extreme weather and supply-chain risks. Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman says Indonesia is comparatively well positioned, citing domestic production and government rice reserves; Bulog’s government rice reserve stood at about 4.5 million tonnes as of 26 October 2026.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:08 WIB
A Look Inside Jakarta Smart City’s Advanced Control Room, Which Impresses Visitors
Visitors to Jakarta City Hall’s Namu Balai Kota programme were shown how the Jakarta Smart City office uses digital technology to monitor the capital and respond to residents’ reports. They also learned about the JAKI app, which brings together public services and information, while one visitor called for greater public awareness of the platform.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:06 WIB
Women’s Basic Needs Should Be Considered in Policymaking, Says Ministry
Women’s Empowerment and Child Protection Minister Arifah Fauzi says gender equality and women’s basic needs, including access to safe, adequate and affordable menstrual products, should inform policies across sectors. She argues that meeting these needs supports reproductive health rights, women’s wellbeing and a more inclusive society, particularly for women from economically vulnerable groups.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:06 WIB
Komnas HAM Calls on Propam Chief to Investigate Searches at Islamic Boarding Schools in Sukoharjo and Karanganyar
Komnas HAM has called for an independent investigation into police searches at Islamic boarding schools in Sukoharjo and Karanganyar, conducted as part of an investigation into an arson and vandalism case. It also wants the search warrant’s validity audited and personal belongings unrelated to the case returned to affected female students and teachers.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:05 WIB
Hyundai prepares to launch new electric SUV in India
Hyundai is preparing to introduce an affordable, locally produced electric SUV in India in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2027, reportedly under the name IONIQ P. The launch forms part of the South Korean carmaker’s wider expansion plans in India, where it is investing US$15.5 billion and aims to raise production capacity to 1.1 million vehicles by 2030.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:05 WIB
Biomass use in power plants bolsters village economies: minister
Indonesia’s PLN is using village-sourced biomass in coal-fired power plants, giving agricultural and other organic waste a stable market and creating jobs and income in rural communities. The minister said the co-firing programme supports President Prabowo Subianto’s goal of building the economy from the grassroots while also improving environmental conditions and village welfare.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:03 WIB
IRGC Commander Says Iran Is Ready for Any Scenario Against the US and Israel
A senior IRGC official says Iran is prepared for defensive, preventive and offensive action, warning that any incursion by US or Israeli forces would face a forceful response. The statements come amid tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, as Türkiye’s foreign minister urges Washington and Tehran to resolve their dispute and avoid renewed conflict through diplomacy.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:02 WIB
Central Java’s 17th Provincial Games End, Hosting Baton Passes to Kedu Raya
Central Java’s 2026 Provincial Sports Week (Porprov XVII) has concluded, with five districts and cities in the Kedu Raya region set to host the 18th edition in 2030. Officials stressed early preparations, adequate competition venues and improved athlete safety after two athletes died during this year’s event; 7,999 athletes competed across 58 sports, with Semarang City topping the medal table.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Video: Indonesia and Singapore Are Interdependent, Says House Deputy Speaker, Urging Stronger Cooperation
A deputy chair of the House of Representatives’ Commission XII has urged careful dialogue and planning over Indonesia’s decision to reduce natural gas exports to Singapore by 31 billion British thermal units a day. He says any redirected gas must have domestic buyers, while the country also needs stronger exploration and gas infrastructure to connect eastern reserves with demand centres in Java and Sumatra.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
IDX to Conduct Random Checks on Listed Companies’ Free Float, Directors Face Strict Sanctions
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) will randomly audit listed companies’ disclosures on public shareholdings and affiliated parties, warning that responsible directors will face strict sanctions for inaccurate reporting. The move responds in part to scrutiny of Indonesian market data by global index provider MSCI and is intended to improve transparency for investors.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Jakarta’s Land Subsidence Slows as Use of Piped Water Increases
Research by the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry’s Geological Agency indicates that the area of Jakarta experiencing significant land subsidence has shrunk between 2018 and 2025, as piped-water use has expanded. PAM Jaya says piped-water coverage reached 83.27% by September 2026 and is targeting full coverage by 2029, a push expected to reduce reliance on groundwater and help curb subsidence.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:59 WIB
Indonesian Government Tightens Security at Fire-Hit Forest Sites
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni said the government has installed warning signs and strengthened monitoring at forest sites held under sanctioned Forest Utilization Business Permits, where post-fire conditions may leave areas vulnerable to illegal activities such as logging. He said enforcement will be more targeted despite limited resources, and cited President Prabowo Subianto’s plan to expand the forest ranger force to 70,000 personnel.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:55 WIB
Jakarta police distribute food at Palestine solidarity rally
Jakarta police said their role at a Palestine solidarity rally included supporting public safety and comfort, alongside security arrangements. Officers interacted with participants and residents, managed access points and traffic, and urged people to follow instructions and respect one another around the Monas area.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:53 WIB
Floods inundate 12 villages in Indonesia’s West Aceh
Flooding caused by heavy rain and overflowing rivers affected 12 villages across three subdistricts in West Aceh from Saturday, damaging a road and a school fence and inundating homes. Authorities urged residents along riverbanks to remain alert as river levels stayed high.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:50 WIB
Viral: Police and BNN Officers Deploy by Commuter Train to Raid Suspected Drug Den in Kampung Bahari
A joint force of 1,816 police and National Narcotics Agency (BNN) personnel raided suspected drug-trafficking sites in Kampung Bahari and Kampung Muara Bahari, North Jakarta, on 1 November 2026. Officers travelled by Commuter Line to reach the area, where they arrested several people and seized narcotics and bladed weapons after some suspects reportedly resisted.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:50 WIB
Police Reveal Roles of Two Suspects in Sukoharjo Pork Noodle Stall Arson
Police say two former terrorism convicts were involved in the arson and destruction of the Tepi Sawah noodle and pork stall in Sukoharjo. One suspect has been arrested, while the other—who police say has expertise in explosives—remains at large as a joint team searches for him.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:46 WIB
Heavy rain for a week floods 15 villages in Nagan Raya, Aceh
Flooding has inundated 15 villages across two subdistricts in Nagan Raya, with water levels exceeding 30 centimetres, after a week of heavy rain caused the Krueng Lamie and Krueng Tripa rivers to overflow. The local disaster agency has sent personnel to assist affected residents and urged people living near riverbanks to remain alert to further extreme weather.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:45 WIB
Aqsa Working Group officially launches Palestine Solidarity Month 2026
Aqsa Working Group has launched the sixth Palestine Solidarity Month, bringing together community, religious and civic groups to sustain Indonesian support for Palestinians and advocate for Al-Aqsa. The programme includes humanitarian volunteer activities and a series of public events through 29 November, coinciding with the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:45 WIB
North Korea Raises Alarm as Kim Jong Un Tests Deadly ‘Prohibited Weapon’
North Korea says it has tested cluster-bomb warheads for tactical ballistic missiles, with a standard Type 2 warhead reportedly capable of covering 12 to 13 hectares at the highest blast density. The tests come amid a series of military demonstrations and efforts to modernise the country’s forces; cluster munitions are prohibited for states party to the 2008 Convention on Cluster Munitions, but not universally banned.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:45 WIB
Nindya Karya Investigates Incident on Project Access Road and Supports Victims
State-owned construction firm Nindya Karya says it is assisting the families and victims of an accident on a shared access road near its Cilincing-KBN Pump House project, while investigating the circumstances. The company says the site is outside the project’s operational area, but it has met local residents, provided compensation and reaffirmed its commitment to workplace and community safety.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:40 WIB
Binance Allocates US$6.34 Billion to Compensate Users for Losses
Binance says it has covered 90 per cent of user losses caused by a cyberattack, allocating more than US$6.34 billion (about Rp115 trillion) towards full compensation. The remaining losses concern lower-liquidity tokens, which the exchange says it will continue buying until users are fully reimbursed.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:39 WIB
Indonesia’s ACT to boost healthcare access and quality: Minister
Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin says Indonesia’s Accelerated Clinical Training (ACT) programme aims to widen access to healthcare workers with skills tailored to public needs, while improving care quality and affordability. Nine agreements signed at a national forum will support training across nursing and other fields, complementing efforts to expand professional training and address competency gaps among non-specialist medical and healthcare personnel.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:39 WIB
Komnas HAM Details Police Misconduct During Sukoharjo Islamic Boarding School Raid, Says Female Students Were Dragged Away
Indonesia’s National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) says police may have breached procedures during raids on Islamic boarding schools in Sukoharjo and Karanganyar. It alleges officers intimidated and used force against female students, including minors, and seized property without official seizure warrants; all 15 people taken for questioning were later released without evidence linking them to the alleged crime.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:37 WIB
Banjar Community Health Centre Conducts Regular Health Checks for Wildfire Responders
Martapura 2 Community Health Centre is carrying out health checks for personnel responding to forest and land fires in Banjar, South Kalimantan, to monitor fatigue, dehydration and respiratory problems linked to strenuous work and smoke exposure. The checks form part of efforts to protect responders and maintain their readiness throughout the emergency period.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:35 WIB
Here Are Jakarta’s 10 Best Private Universities, According to uniRank
uniRank’s 2026 ranking lists 611 Indonesian universities that met its selection criteria, with Universitas Indonesia taking the national top spot. Among private universities in Jakarta, Bina Nusantara ranked highest at sixth nationally, followed by nine other institutions in the top 104.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:35 WIB
Agriculture Minister Amran: Indonesia Is Strong as 33 Countries Prepare Emergency Food Supplies
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman says Indonesia is relatively well placed to withstand global supply disruptions, citing domestic production and an estimated 25 million tonnes of rice availability against monthly demand of 2.5 million tonnes. He attributes the country’s resilience to farmers and government policies, while warning that food self-sufficiency and continued investment in production must be maintained amid geopolitical and climate risks.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:34 WIB
Foreign Minister Tata Warns Against Weaponising Food at G20 Meeting
Foreign Minister Arrmanatha Nasir urged G20 members to deepen multilateral cooperation and ensure food is not used as a weapon, warning that conflicts are disrupting trade routes and supplies of energy, fertiliser and food. Indonesia also called for a fair energy transition, more resilient supply chains and greater participation by developing countries in technology and production.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:34 WIB
KP2MI: ‘There Is Always a Solution’ Initiative Tackles Issues Facing Migrant Workers in Hong Kong
Indonesia’s Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers, Mukhtarudin, says the ‘There Is Always a Solution’ programme will strengthen protection for Indonesian nationals in Hong Kong through coordination across ministries and agencies. The initiative comes as more than 165,000 Indonesians in Hong Kong work as migrant domestic workers, and the government highlights both their labour rights and the scale of consular cases.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:33 WIB
Career Prospects for UNM Informatics Master’s Graduates in the AI Era
Universitas Nusa Mandiri says its Informatics Master’s programme is designed to prepare technology professionals for leadership roles through four specialisations spanning software engineering, AI and data science, cybersecurity, and systems strategy. The 36-credit programme can normally be completed in three semesters, offers flexible study and final-project options, and includes bridging classes for graduates from non-IT backgrounds.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:32 WIB
Danantara denies funding sponsorship for TIME100 Next Gala 2026
Indonesia’s sovereign wealth fund, Danantara, says it has made no payment or budget allocation to sponsor the TIME100 Next Gala 2026 in New York. Its logo appeared as part of non-financial support from TIME while the parties explore potential collaboration across nine international forums, with discussions still at an early stage and subject to governance and accountability principles.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:32 WIB
Police Hand Out Food to Participants at Palestine Solidarity Month Event at Monas
Jakarta Metro Police officers handed out food and engaged with families attending the 2026 Palestine Solidarity Rally at the National Monument (Monas). Police said their role extended beyond security to providing public services, supporting pedestrian safety and traffic flow, and promoting a safe and orderly event.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:30 WIB
Pertamina Expands Market Access with SMEXPO in Bekasi
Pertamina’s 2026 SMEXPO in Bekasi brought together 50 micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to showcase products, boost sales and explore business and employment opportunities. The company says the programme helps connect supported businesses with markets, while organisers stress the need for sustained mentoring to address financing, market access and product-quality challenges.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:30 WIB
Foreign Firms Drive Vietnam’s Economy as Trade Hits Record
Vietnam’s goods trade exceeded US$1 trillion for the first time in 2026, with exports and imports both rising sharply and foreign-owned firms accounting for most trade. The government is preparing an export-import strategy to 2030 that prioritises market diversification and stronger compliance with international trade requirements.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:30 WIB
Forestry Minister Finds Logs and Excavator While Checking for Forest Fires
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni discovered suspected illegally sourced timber, two trucks carrying timber without clear documentation and an excavator in a forest area in Central Kalimantan while travelling to inspect fires. The ministry has secured the sites and cargo for investigation, with officials checking the timber’s provenance and transport permits and coordinating with police over possible violations.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:29 WIB
Indonesia Investment Map 2024–2026: Kadin Lists 39 Energy, Smelter and Vehicle Projects
Indonesia recorded Rp1,931.2 trillion in investment in 2025, exceeding the government’s target, with domestic investment accounting for 53.4 per cent of the total. Separately, the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) presented 39 projects inaugurated or brought into operation between October 2024 and October 2026, spanning energy, mineral processing and supporting infrastructure; the annual investment figures are context, not the combined value of those projects.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:27 WIB
Presidential Chief of Staff Urges Workers to Upgrade Skills for Industrial Downstreaming
Presidential Chief of Staff Listyo Sigit Prabowo has urged workers to improve their skills and qualifications to support Indonesia’s downstreaming and industrialisation drive. He said a skilled workforce and a productive labour climate are essential to building a competitive advanced industrial sector and increasing the domestic value added from natural resources.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:23 WIB
Metro Jakarta Police Ensure Safe Commemoration of Palestine Solidarity Month at Monas
Metro Jakarta Police, the Indonesian Military and the Jakarta provincial administration secured the 2026 Palestine Solidarity Month event at Monas, with officials saying public safety and smooth traffic were priorities. Police used a community-oriented approach and prepared medical staff, ambulances and hospital referrals in case of emergencies.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:21 WIB
Customs Foils Smuggling of 10 Million Illegal Cigarettes in Aceh
A joint Customs team seized a wooden vessel carrying about 10 million illegal cigarettes off North Aceh and detained its five crew members for questioning. The cigarettes were not affixed with excise stamps, and the seizure forms part of efforts to strengthen maritime surveillance and protect state revenue.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:20 WIB
Agriculture Ministry steps up efforts to support live chicken prices and protect farmers
Indonesia’s Agriculture Ministry is tightening production controls and boosting the absorption and distribution of live chickens to lift farm-gate prices, which have repeatedly fallen below production costs. It is seeking prices of at least Rp22,000 per kilogram, moving towards the Rp25,000 reference price, while also addressing feed costs and market-chain disparities.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:16 WIB
BRI Peduli Opens Lily Integrated Health Post and Women’s Food Garden
BRI has inaugurated a renovated community health post in Sleman as part of its programme supporting maternal and child health during the first 1,000 days of life. The initiative has also trained health volunteers, provided nutrition education and supplementary food, and launched a women-led garden to improve household nutrition and support local livelihoods.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:16 WIB
Police Take Commuter Train in Simultaneous Raid on North Jakarta Drug Den
Police and the National Narcotics Agency (BNN) deployed 1,800 personnel in a joint raid on a suspected drug-dealing hub in Kampung Bahari, North Jakarta, arresting 26 people and seizing methamphetamine, cannabis and ecstasy. Officers approached from several directions, including by commuter train, and said they would continue operations and dismantle stalls used for drug transactions.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
IWAPI to Hold National Congress on 2–3 November, Rejects Extraordinary Congress
The Indonesian Women Entrepreneurs Association (IWAPI) will hold its national congress in Jakarta on 2–3 November 2026 and says it does not recognise the results of a rival extraordinary congress in Bandung. IWAPI’s central board argues the Bandung meeting did not follow the association’s statutes, while the dispute also touches on regional board dismissals, accountability procedures and the selection of the next chairwoman.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:15 WIB
Astronaut Shares Moving Message After Seeing the Kaaba from Space
NASA astronaut Sultan Al-Neyadi shared a photograph of the Kaaba taken from the International Space Station during the Hajj in 2023, when pilgrims were performing the standing at Arafat. He paired the image with a message urging people to embrace love, humility and unity, and later shared greetings and hopes for the Islamic New Year.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:14 WIB
Remembering the Nation’s Heroes on Heroes’ Day in Jakarta’s Old Town
Indonesia’s Ministry of Social Affairs held a Heroes’ Day event at Fatahillah Square in Jakarta’s Old Town, featuring memorabilia, educational activities and displays of heroes’ clothing. The programme aimed to introduce national heroes and preserve the values of their struggle.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:12 WIB
KSP: Tapak Suci Plays a Role in Nurturing Young People, in Line with Prabowo’s Asta Cita
Presidential Chief of Staff Listyo Sigit Prabowo praised Tapak Suci Putera Muhammadiyah for developing young people, preserving Indonesian culture and fostering pencak silat achievements. He said its emphasis on character and human development aligns with President Prabowo Subianto’s fourth Asta Cita priority, and highlighted the organisation’s athletes’ medal haul at the 2024 ASEAN University Games.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:05 WIB
KPU Responds After Supreme Court Annuls Gibran’s High-School Equivalency Certificate, Cites Inauguration
The General Elections Commission (KPU) says its responsibility for the 2024 election process ended when the elected candidates were inaugurated, following the Supreme Court’s decision to annul Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s high-school equivalency certificate. The court ruled the certificate invalid and void, while KPU commissioner Idham Holik said the commission had conducted the election in accordance with the law.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:02 WIB
BYD reveals features and design of luxury Yangwang Altior sedan ahead of debut
BYD has unveiled design details of the Yangwang Altior, a luxury electric sedan featuring rear-hinged doors that open to nearly 90 degrees. The model is expected to compete with top-end marques, may be the first BYD vehicle to use solid-state batteries, and is due to make its global debut in Dubai in early November.
Sun, 01 Nov 2026, 13:02 WIB
Batam Investment Reaches Rp59.73 Trillion: Winners of the 2026 Investment Awards
Batam’s investment realisation reached Rp59.73 trillion in the first three quarters of 2026, equivalent to 85.33% of its annual target of Rp70 trillion. BP Batam recognised companies and organisations across 19 categories, highlighting investment’s contribution to jobs, economic growth and community welfare.