Archive: 2 November 2026
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Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:14 WIB
Indonesian Rectors’ Forum Backs Free Public University Tuition, Sets Out Conditions
The Indonesian Rectors’ Forum supports President Prabowo Subianto’s plan to make education free through public universities, proposing that all students admitted to state institutions receive free tuition without means-based criteria. It says the scheme could be funded through a higher education operating grant approved by Parliament, potentially requiring a larger education budget allocation.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:14 WIB
Ferry Boboho Reveals Money Request to Tan Kian; Febrie Adriansyah Allegedly Mentioned Rp50 Billion
Ferry Yanto Hongkiriwang told a Jakarta anti-corruption court that Febrie Adriansyah allegedly cited Rp50 billion when discussing a payment sought from property tycoon Tan Kian in connection with the Jiwasraya corruption case. Ferry said Tan ultimately handed over SGD5 million, equivalent to Rp55 billion, in three instalments, and that he briefly held Rp5 billion before returning it to prosecutors.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:14 WIB
Pramono Backs Police Efforts to Crack Down on Drugs in Kampung Bahari
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo has pledged full support for police efforts to combat drug trafficking, particularly in Kampung Bahari, North Jakarta. A joint police and National Narcotics Agency operation there resulted in the seizure of drugs and weapons and the detention of suspects, despite resistance from alleged traffickers.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:13 WIB
Co-ordinating Minister Bahlil Bans Mineral Exports from Transiting Through Certain Countries
Bahlil Lahadalia has ordered that Indonesian natural resources, including mined commodities and LNG, be exported directly to their destination markets rather than routed through intermediary countries. He said trans-shipment could allow those countries to claim tax revenue and improve their trade balances, but declined to identify which country he had in mind.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:13 WIB
Prolonged Drought Drives Up Food and Livestock Feed Prices
A prolonged dry spell in Bali reduced horticultural output, contributing to provincial monthly inflation of 0.25 per cent in October 2026. Red chillies made the largest contribution to inflation, while higher feed costs also pushed up pork prices.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:13 WIB
US Deputy Secretary of State Makes Surprise Visit to Indonesia, Meets Danantara
US Deputy Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg visited Jakarta and met senior Indonesian government officials and Danantara’s chief executive. Discussions focused on advancing more than US$2 billion in US commercial deals in energy and information and communications technology, as well as expanding bilateral trade, investment and cooperation on secure supply chains.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:12 WIB
Komnas Perempuan Calls for Review of 11% VAT on Sanitary Pads, Citing Women’s Biological and Economic Burdens
Komnas Perempuan has urged the government to review the 11% effective VAT on menstrual products, arguing that the tax fails to account for women’s reproductive health needs and adds an unavoidable financial burden. The commission also linked the issue to menstrual poverty and Indonesia’s Sustainable Development Goals commitments, saying menstrual products and related sanitation needs must be accessible and affordable.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:12 WIB
Prabowo Summons Finance Minister and Danantara Chief to the Palace
President Prabowo Subianto summoned senior economic officials to the Palace for a meeting on the latest economic developments. Danantara chief Rosan Roeslani said the discussion would cover the outlook and measures to optimise and safeguard the economy.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:12 WIB
Riau Senator Raises Concern Over Shrinking Rice Field Area
A member of Indonesia’s Regional Representative Council has highlighted the sharp decline in Riau’s rice-growing land, which has fallen from about 128,000 hectares to 41,000 hectares. The region nevertheless retains agricultural potential, officials say, through land optimisation and more intensive planting, alongside support for food security through the distribution of seeds and poultry.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:11 WIB
KPU Responds to Supreme Court Ruling Annullying Gibran’s Certificate
Indonesia’s General Elections Commission (KPU) says its responsibility ended with the inauguration of the elected candidates, responding to a Supreme Court ruling that invalidated Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s high-school equivalency certificate. The court granted a lawsuit seeking to declare the 2019 certificate invalid and order its withdrawal and destruction; the KPU says it acted in accordance with electoral law.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:11 WIB
Police Raid Islamic Boarding School and Force Open Female Students’ Room, Leaving Children Traumatised
Police from the Central Java Regional Police and Sukoharjo Police raided and searched Hamalatul Quran Islamic boarding school in the early hours of 27 October, according to the school’s secretary. She said officers forced their way into a room where female students, including children, were asleep or not fully dressed, and that the students and teachers were intimidated with firearms and questioned without proper support.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:11 WIB
It’s Not Just Rice and Chillies: The Goods Driving Up Household Costs
Indonesia’s annual inflation reached 3.23% in October 2026, with food, beverages and tobacco making the largest contribution, according to Statistics Indonesia (BPS). Transport and personal care costs also rose, while volatile food prices recorded the highest inflation rate among the main components.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:10 WIB
Police Chief Bans Officers from Using Vapes, Warns of Disciplinary and Criminal Penalties
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto says officers caught using or distributing vapes will face disciplinary action, with criminal prosecution if the liquid contains narcotics. A police circular effective from 30 October 2026 prohibits all National Police personnel from using vapes and responds to concerns that vape devices could conceal narcotics; the force is also discussing a possible broader ban with the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI).
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:09 WIB
National Police Chief Calls for Regulations on Kratom Use to Prevent Misuse
The National Police and the Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) are discussing rules to govern kratom’s use and oversight, balancing its potential applications with the risks of misuse. Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto said similar regulations are being developed for e-cigarettes, while BPOM highlighted the need to control the distribution of narcotic and other potentially misused medicines.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:08 WIB
Prabowo Summons Several Economic Officials to the Palace
President Prabowo Subianto summoned senior officials responsible for investment, finance, state-owned enterprises and monetary policy to a meeting at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta. Investment Minister Rosan Roeslani said the routine meeting would review economic developments and discuss efforts to optimise the national economy, while Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara confirmed he had been invited but did not disclose the agenda.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:08 WIB
Jansen Responds to PSI over Gibran Controversy: ‘Don’t Drag AHY into This’
Democratic Party deputy secretary-general Jansen Sitindaon rejected PSI politician Bestari Barus’s suggestion that his comments on a Supreme Court ruling were linked to Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono’s (AHY) ambitions to become vice-president. Jansen said his remarks concerned only the ruling’s legal and constitutional consequences, while Bestari questioned whether the ruling had been officially published and accused Democrats of responding prematurely.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:08 WIB
Sidoarjo Customs Destroys 6.2 Million Illegal Cigarettes Worth More Than Rp9.3 Billion
Sidoarjo Customs destroyed 6.2 million illegal cigarettes, most of them without excise stamps, in Malang, with the goods valued at more than Rp9.3 billion. The operation prevented potential state losses of more than Rp6 billion and highlighted the penalties for violating excise law and the threat illegal sales pose to fair competition.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:08 WIB
Trump Boasts He Could Destroy Iran’s Nuclear Facilities in 10 Minutes
Donald Trump claimed US forces could quickly strike remaining sites suspected of being part of Iran’s nuclear programme, while declining to rule out further military action. His remarks came as Washington and Tehran continue negotiations mediated by Qatar, with Trump voicing doubts about Iran’s reliability and reiterating that it must not obtain nuclear weapons.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:08 WIB
KPK Again Summons Pemalang Deputy Council Speaker over Anom Case
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has again summoned Pemalang Deputy Regional Council Speaker Aris Ismail, along with five other witnesses, in an alleged extortion case involving suspended regent Anom Widiyantoro. Investigators allege that Rp1.98 billion was collected through Anom’s alleged associate; four people, including a KPK administrative staff member, have been named as suspects.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:08 WIB
Batam SPPG Ensures Kitchen Volunteers Receive Employment Protection
Batam’s Nutrition Fulfilment Service Unit says volunteers working in the Free Nutritious Meals programme should receive daily pay and cover through BPJS Ketenagakerjaan. The unit acknowledges that registration can be delayed when volunteers change, but says no complaints about unpaid wages or missing protection have been received so far and has set out channels for reporting problems.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:06 WIB
More Junior High Schools in Central Lombok Targeted for Revitalisation Programme
Central Lombok Regency says 10 additional junior high schools have been included in the Education Ministry’s 2026 school revitalisation programme, bringing the total to 49. The works include classroom and facility repairs as well as new classrooms, with funding of Rp1 billion to Rp1.5 billion per school.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:06 WIB
West Jakarta Man Caught Trying to Buy ‘Vibrating Pods’ with Rp20 Million in Counterfeit Notes
Police in West Jakarta have arrested a 31-year-old man accused of carrying Rp20 million in counterfeit banknotes to buy etomidate-containing vape pods. Investigators say he had previously used Rp16 million in suspected fake money for a similar purchase, while an alleged accomplice remains at large.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:05 WIB
Mamdani Voices New York’s Support for Port Workers’ Boycott of Israel
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani backed an international port workers’ strike involving 113 ports in 22 countries, organised to protest the war and the use of ports to ship weapons to Israel. The action disrupted cargo and ferry services at several ports, while workers also called for better pay, safer conditions and protections for seafarers in conflict zones.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:05 WIB
Police Arrest Suspected Dealer Who Kept 36 Methamphetamine Packets in a Wallet
Police in West Jakarta arrested a 48-year-old man after finding 36 small packets of suspected methamphetamine, weighing 5.54 grammes gross, in a Hello Kitty wallet. The suspect said he had received the drugs from a supplier now on the wanted list; police also seized suspected drug paraphernalia, a mobile phone and cash.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:05 WIB
Help! Gen Z Find It Harder to Travel as the IHSG Falls and Portfolios Burn
Indonesia’s benchmark stock index has fallen 41% in 2026, raising concerns that losses on paper could prompt young investors to cut spending. With investors under 30 accounting for more than half of the market’s individual investors, the article argues that a prolonged downturn could weaken consumer demand, although younger investors hold far less in assets than older groups.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:03 WIB
PSI Fires Back at Democratic Party Official Who Urged Gibran to Resign: Does AHY Want to Be Vice-President?
PSI executive Bestari Barus criticised Democratic Party deputy secretary-general Jansen Sitindaon for urging Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka to resign following an apparent Supreme Court ruling over his high-school diploma equivalency certificate. Barus said the ruling’s official copy had not yet been made public and accused Democrats of rushing to comment, suggesting they wanted Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY) to become vice-president.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:03 WIB
Banten Police Uncover Eight Cases of Subsidised Fuel Abuse
Banten Police say they have uncovered eight suspected cases of subsidised Biosolar and Pertalite fuel being diverted for resale to industry during October 2026, arresting 14 people. Officers seized more than 6,400 litres of fuel, vehicles and storage equipment; the suspects face up to six years in prison and fines of up to Rp60 billion.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:03 WIB
Police and BPOM to Discuss Draft Kratom Regulations to Prevent Misuse
Indonesia’s National Police and the Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) plan to discuss clear rules governing kratom use, aiming to prevent the plant from being consumed improperly. Officials noted its potential medicinal uses as well as risks including dependence and neurological toxicity, and said the agencies would coordinate their oversight.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:03 WIB
Boboho Says Febrie Called Tan Kian a Suspect, Then Gestured for Rp 50bn
Ferry Yanto Hongkiriwang told a Jakarta corruption court that former deputy attorney-general for special crimes Febrie Adriansyah instructed him to seek money from businessman Tan Kian to prevent Tan from becoming a suspect in the Jiwasraya corruption case. Ferry said Tan paid Rp 55 billion in 2021, of which Rp 50 billion was delivered to an intermediary and Rp 5 billion, which Ferry kept, has since been returned to prosecutors.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:02 WIB
Implementing Rules for Ride-Hailing Presidential Regulation to Be Issued by End of December
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Minister Maman Abdurrahman says ministries are coordinating regulations to implement the presidential decree on protecting the digital platform transport ecosystem, with rules due by 31 December 2026. The measures will address fair partnerships among drivers, app companies and MSME merchants, and may also help drivers access government-backed micro-business loans.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:01 WIB
BTN Property Auction Opens Business and Investment Opportunities for the Middle Class
Property analyst Panangian Simanungkalit says BTN’s auctions of homes priced at Rp200 million to Rp500 million could give middle-class buyers an accessible route into property trading or home ownership. Auction sales have already surpassed the bank’s full-year 2025 total, while BTN aims to raise its national auction sale rate from about 21% to 35% by year-end.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:01 WIB
Bali Police Chief Takes to the Streets to Direct Traffic in Denpasar
Bali Police Chief Pasma Royce personally helped manage traffic at a congestion hotspot in Denpasar during the morning rush hour. The police say the initiative is intended to improve road safety and traffic flow, while encouraging greater compliance and reducing violations and accidents.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Pope’s Five Messages on AI to Technology Experts from Around the World
Pope Leo XIV set out five principles for artificial intelligence, arguing that its future depends on human choices and that machines must remain tools rather than bearers of responsibility. He called for human control over life-and-death decisions, a fair distribution of AI’s benefits and international institutions to safeguard the interests of all humanity.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:00 WIB
Environment Ministry Pumps Water into OKI Peatland, with Four Pumps Running for 20 Hours a Day
The Environment Ministry is operating four pumps to channel water from the Lumpur River across 23 kilometres of canals and ditches, helping rewet drying peatland in South Sumatra and support firefighting. The effort follows a fire response involving more than 100 community fire-watch members and is part of wider measures to prevent fires, including repairs to peatland infrastructure and weather modification.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:58 WIB
Bogor Transport Agency Confident It Can Eliminate 86% of Old Angkot by Year-End
Bogor’s transport agency says 257 of the city’s 1,780 public minivans more than 20 years old remain in operation, after removing 1,523 from service. It plans to target 2004-model vehicles in November and 2005-model vehicles in December, aiming to eliminate all old angkot by the end of the year.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:57 WIB
Retired General Warns of Israel’s Collapse on All Fronts, Citing These Signs
Retired Israeli Major General Itzhak Brik warns that Israel faces an irreversible collapse across its military, economy and state institutions, compounded by declining international legitimacy and ally support. He says the military’s structural weaknesses and falling morale could leave it unable to defend against simultaneous threats or protect civilians in a wider regional conflict.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:56 WIB
IDX Reviews Tax Incentives for Listed Companies, Aims to Bring More SMEs to IPO
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) and tax consultancy DDTC have completed a review of the effectiveness of tax incentives for listed companies, including a 3-percentage-point reduction in corporate income tax for qualifying firms. The exchange hopes the findings will help strengthen listed and prospective issuers, encourage more SMEs to seek funding through the capital market, and support businesses with sound fundamentals and governance.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:56 WIB
PGN LNG Receives 25 Cargoes by September, Bolstering National Energy Supply
PGN LNG Indonesia received 25 LNG cargoes, equivalent to 67.24 million MMBTU, by the end of the third quarter of 2026. The company says the increase in regasified gas deliveries and reliable FSRU operations support power generation, industry and Indonesia’s energy-security and transition goals.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:55 WIB
Indonesia’s Agricultural and Mining Exports Slump in September 2026
Indonesia’s agricultural and mining exports fell year on year in September 2026, down 18.14% and 9.37% respectively, according to Statistics Indonesia (BPS). Overall exports nevertheless rose 12.39% to US$26.64 billion, driven by a 16.78% increase in manufactured exports, including palm oil, copper, nickel and basic organic chemicals.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:54 WIB
Pondok Bambu Residents Develop Small Businesses Through Digital Marketing Training
Sixteen residents of Pondok Bambu, East Jakarta, are taking part in a 16-day digital marketing course run in collaboration with the Ministry of Manpower’s vocational training centre in Bekasi. The programme aims to help residents, including young entrepreneurs, promote their products online and strengthen their micro and small businesses.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:54 WIB
KPK Summons Former West Lombok Acting Regional Secretary in Case Involving Regent Lalu Ahmad
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned six witnesses, including former West Lombok acting regional secretary Akhmad Saikhu, in an investigation into alleged conflicts of interest in procurement and bribery in the regency. The case centres on inactive Regent Lalu Ahmad Zaini, who is suspected of receiving Rp12.4 billion in cash and goods; three people have been named suspects.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:54 WIB
Singaraja Prison Inmate Suspected of Running Methamphetamine Distribution in Buleleng
Police in Buleleng say a 16-year-old courier was caught with 37 packets of methamphetamine and allegedly named an inmate at Singaraja Class IIB Prison as the person directing him. Investigators say the network used a drop-off system, and the teenager’s case will be handled under the juvenile justice system; police have coordinated with prison officials to secure the suspected inmate.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:54 WIB
BNPB Reviews Weather Modification Operations for Forest Fires and Puts Regions on Alert for Rainy Season
Indonesia’s National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) is reviewing weather modification operations used to tackle forest and land fires, and plans to redeploy aircraft and other assets to areas still at risk. As the rainy season begins, it has also instructed local governments to prepare for potential floods and landslides under a new preparedness circular for 2026/2027.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:51 WIB
Investment Minister Meets Prabowo to Discuss Economic Developments
Investment and Downstreaming Minister Rosan Roeslani met President Prabowo Subianto at the Presidential Palace to discuss economic issues and provide updates on Indonesia’s economy. The meeting was part of routine coordination involving senior economic officials, including the finance minister, the head of the State-Owned Enterprises Agency and the Bank Indonesia governor.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:49 WIB
49,351 Pontianak Pupils Have SimPel Savings Accounts
A total of 49,351 pupils in Pontianak have opened savings accounts under the Simpanan Pelajar (SimPel) programme, which the city is expanding alongside mini school waste banks. The scheme encourages financial literacy and environmental awareness by allowing pupils to deposit the proceeds from recyclable waste sales into their accounts.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:49 WIB
BMKG: North Sumatra Could See Heavy Rain Over the Coming Week
The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has warned that parts of North Sumatra could experience moderate to very heavy rain over the next week, with lightning and brief strong winds, particularly from afternoon to early morning. The agency attributes the heightened risk to active atmospheric and oceanic conditions and urges residents and local authorities to follow official forecasts and prepare accordingly.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:49 WIB
Kupang Farmer Found Dead in Cattle Shed
A 49-year-old farmer was found dead in his cattle shed in Kupang Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, after his family searched for him when he failed to return home. Police said medical examinations found no signs of violence; his family accepted the death as an accident and declined an autopsy.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:47 WIB
Suyudi and the Test of Police Reform: Operational Failure or Internal Sabotage?
A controversial police raid on an Islamic boarding school in Central Java has become an early test of National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto’s reform agenda, raising concerns over alleged intimidation, excessive force and the treatment of children and female students. The National Commission on Human Rights has called for an independent investigation, while the article argues that policing legitimacy depends not only on solving crimes but also on respecting the rights and dignity of everyone affected.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:46 WIB
Pertamina Hulu Energi Reports Positive Operational Performance in Third Quarter 2026
Pertamina Hulu Energi (PHE) reported year-to-date oil and gas production of 945,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day through September 2026, alongside progress in exploration and well operations. The company said discoveries and reserve additions, supported by ongoing drilling and operational efficiencies, are part of its effort to sustain production and strengthen Indonesia’s energy security.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 13:45 WIB
Pertamina Prepares 128,000 Litres of Pertalite for Nine Petrol Stations in Sikka
Pertamina Patra Niaga is preparing to supply 128,000 litres of Pertalite to nine petrol stations in Sikka, East Nusa Tenggara, as consumption rises. Sales in October reached 2.3 million litres, up about 6% from September, while monitored stocks at the nine stations stood at 101,672 litres on 1 November.