Archive: 2 November 2026
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Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:30 WIB
BMKG Forecasts Rain in 19 Indonesian Regions on Monday, 2 November
Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) expects rain across numerous regions on 2 November 2026, with locally heavy downpours, lightning and strong winds possible. Although drought conditions persist under the influence of a very strong El Niño and positive Indian Ocean Dipole, atmospheric waves and converging winds could still trigger extreme daily rainfall, prompting warnings for West Sumatra, Banten and other areas.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:28 WIB
Prestigious Posts Held by AKBP Edy Herwiyanto Despite Not Graduating from the Police Academy
AKBP Edy Herwiyanto, a senior police officer whose career included prominent criminal-investigation posts, is being examined by the National Police’s Propam Division and has been transferred to a middle-ranking officer role in East Java. The article highlights his record of solving high-profile cases, academic credentials and family connection to Kediri’s young mayor, while noting that authorities have urged the public not to speculate about unverified allegations.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:28 WIB
Why investors should not walk away from Indonesia now
Despite October’s market sell-off and severe wildfires, Indonesia’s economic fundamentals remain robust, with second-quarter growth of 5.29 per cent and substantial investment inflows. The article argues that the country’s major infrastructure and electricity expansion needs—including a planned 69.5 GW of new capacity by 2034—present significant opportunities for long-term private investors.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:27 WIB
Bahlil Lahadalia Says State-Owned Enterprises Agency and Investment Ministry to Come Under Coordinating Ministry for Downstreaming
Coordinating Minister Bahlil Lahadalia said the State-Owned Enterprises Regulatory Agency and the Ministry of Investment and Downstreaming are almost certain to be placed under his ministry’s coordination. He also suggested that the Industry Ministry could be included, although he stressed that this remains uncertain; the final arrangement will be set out in a presidential regulation.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:25 WIB
Antam Gold Price Rises by Rp5,000, Ending Recent Decline
Antam’s one-gram gold price rose by Rp5,000 to Rp2,531,000 on Monday, ending a three-session slide that had erased Rp44,000. The buyback price also increased by Rp10,000 to Rp2,286,000 per gram; purchases and qualifying buybacks remain subject to income tax.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:25 WIB
Ukraine and Russia’s Air-Raid Alert Apps Hacked, Triggering False Threat Warnings
Air-raid alert apps in Ukraine and Russia were reportedly compromised, displaying false warnings about radiation, nuclear and chemical attacks, and other threats. Ukrainian authorities said there was no radiation danger and urged the public to rely on official information channels, while Russia’s emergencies ministry reported a major cyberattack on its own alert app.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:24 WIB
North Korea touts barbecue restaurant boom, but sceptics dismiss it as propaganda
North Korean state media has highlighted more than a dozen new barbecue restaurants, presenting them as signs of prosperity beyond Pyongyang despite widespread undernourishment and precarious food supplies. Analysts say the openings may serve a political propaganda effort, while rising meat imports and limited access to such venues point to uneven gains rather than broad economic wellbeing.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:23 WIB
GREAT Institute Forecasts Q3 Economic Growth of 5.2–5.4 Per Cent
GREAT Institute projects Indonesia’s economy will grow by 5.2–5.4 per cent year on year in the third quarter of 2026, citing expansion in manufacturing, investment and domestic travel. It also maintains its forecast for full-year growth of 5.3–5.6 per cent, saying the indicators point to resilient economic fundamentals amid global uncertainty.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:21 WIB
Metro Jaya Police Chief urges SMAN 82 students to think critically and use social media wisely
Metro Jaya Police Chief Dadang Hartanto urged students at SMAN 82 Jakarta to make the most of their school years, develop critical thinking and exercise care before posting or commenting on social media. The visit formed part of the police’s educational outreach programme, which aims to strengthen communication with young people and support teachers and parents in guiding students.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:20 WIB
Three Mindsets That Make It Harder for the Middle Class to Build Wealth, According to an Expert
Personal finance author Ramit Sethi says that attitudes towards money can obstruct wealth-building, regardless of income. He identifies three habits to challenge: treating money as taboo, accepting childhood beliefs about money without questioning them, and assuming investing is only for the wealthy.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:20 WIB
Metro Jaya Police Chief Visits SMAN 82 Jakarta, Urges Students to Use Social Media Wisely
Metro Jaya Police Chief Dadang Hartanto visited SMAN 82 Jakarta as part of the Police Care for Education programme, encouraging students to think critically and use social media responsibly. The initiative aims to strengthen ties between police and schools while supporting young people’s learning, character development and ability to assess information carefully.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:19 WIB
Having Visited 555 Locations, Rajiv Reaffirms Commitment to Championing Residents’ Concerns
NasDem Party MP Rajiv says he has visited 555 locations across Bandung and West Bandung regencies, listening to residents’ concerns and pledging to address them before the next parliamentary term. He says he represents all residents, including in areas where he did not win votes, and identifies the government’s decile classification and farmers’ needs as prominent local issues.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:18 WIB
German Chancellor Visits the North Korea–South Korea Border
Friedrich Merz visited the Korean Demilitarised Zone and expressed hope for the peninsula’s reunification, while agreeing with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung to deepen strategic and security ties. The visit took place amid stalled diplomacy and closer military cooperation between North Korea and Russia, which Merz said underscored the links between European and Korean security.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:15 WIB
Why OJK Has Not Pursued Criminal Charges in the BREN, CUAN and DSSA Cases
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) says it chose administrative sanctions in cases involving shares in BREN, CUAN and DSSA, applying the una via principle that requires authorities to select either an administrative or criminal enforcement route. The regulator says administrative action could enable illicit gains to be returned to affected investors through disgorgement, while criminal proceedings would be reserved for especially serious conduct and could prevent recovery through that mechanism in the same case.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:14 WIB
Jet Crashes Near Trump Resort; Video and Pilot–ATC Audio Go Viral
A Learjet 60 carrying nine people crashed in a residential area near Cresthaven, Florida, killing everyone on board. US authorities have not yet determined the cause, and the NTSB will lead the investigation with support from the FAA; footage of the crash and pilot–air traffic control audio have circulated widely online.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:12 WIB
Police Personnel Banned from Using Vapes
Indonesia’s National Police has banned all of its civilian and uniformed personnel from using e-cigarettes, both at work and outside the workplace, under a circular that took effect on 30 October 2026. The force says the measure is intended to prevent vapes from being used to conceal or distribute liquid narcotics, including Etomidate, and violations will be subject to sanctions.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:11 WIB
Majoris, Bank Muamalat and Trimegah Promote Sharia Philanthropic Investment
Majoris Asset Management, Bank Muamalat Indonesia and Trimegah Sekuritas Indonesia have signed an MoU to develop Sharia-compliant philanthropic investment in Indonesia. The initiative aims to widen access to Islamic capital-market products that combine financial returns with sustainable social contributions, while supporting greater Sharia financial inclusion.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:10 WIB
Expert Urges DPR to Address Vice-President Gibran’s Position Following MK and MA Rulings
A constitutional law expert says the House of Representatives (DPR) has sufficient grounds to initiate impeachment proceedings against Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, citing recent rulings by the Constitutional Court (MK) and Supreme Court (MA) concerning his high-school equivalency certificate. Political parties remain divided or are still reviewing the rulings, while Gibran’s lawyer argues the MA decision cannot be applied retroactively and does not affect his position.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:10 WIB
Rupiah at Rp18,125 per US Dollar
The rupiah opened November slightly weaker at Rp18,125 to the US dollar, despite a stronger manufacturing outlook and a modestly firmer dollar index. Markets are also watching October inflation data, which is forecast to ease but remains exposed to rising food prices and could influence expectations for Bank Indonesia’s monetary policy.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:07 WIB
Sukoharjo Islamic Boarding School Raid and Moves by Israel’s Opposition
ANTARA’s roundup highlights a proposal by an Indonesian legislator to establish an independent fact-finding team into a police search of an Islamic boarding school in Sukoharjo. It also reports on Israeli opposition efforts to take control of parliament after an inconclusive election, alongside news on rail ticket sales, rainy-season disaster preparedness and Iran’s nuclear treaty warning.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:07 WIB
Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Strikes North-west of Tanimbar; BMKG Says No Tsunami Threat
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck offshore north-west of Tanimbar in Maluku on Monday morning, with shaking reported in Saumlaki. The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) said the quake posed no tsunami threat and urged residents to remain calm and follow official updates.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:07 WIB
Iran Threatens to Extend War to Europe if Attacked by the US
Former Iranian foreign minister Manouchehr Mottaki warned that a renewed conflict with the US and Israel could spread beyond the Middle East, with Iranian missiles potentially reaching Europe. The remarks followed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s order to prepare an immediate, geographically unrestricted response to any new attack, amid accusations that some European countries have supported US operations against Iran.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:05 WIB
How to Tell Rich and Poor People Apart by Their Faces
A University of Toronto study found that participants could identify whether people belonged to wealthy or working-class backgrounds from neutral facial photographs more accurately than chance, often focusing on the eyes and mouth. The researchers say facial expressions may reflect differences in stress and well-being, but warn that judging social class by appearance could reinforce poverty-related disadvantage.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:05 WIB
Lampung Could See Hail, BMKG Explains the Cause
BMKG says hail in Lampung can form when powerful updrafts in cumulonimbus clouds carry water droplets into freezing atmospheric layers. The agency urged residents to stay alert to extreme weather and follow official forecasts, while taking shelter during hail, thunderstorms and strong winds.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:04 WIB
Why Balai Karangan Durian Farmers Need to Organise and Seek Geographical Indication Protection
Balai Karangan durian is already marketed in Pontianak, but its name has no Geographical Indication (GI) protection and local growers lack a formal organisation to safeguard its reputation. The article argues that farmers should establish a legal association to apply for GI status, maintain quality and traceability, and ensure the economic value of the name benefits the community.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:04 WIB
When Is Heroes’ Day 2026? Indonesia’s Social Affairs Ministry Announces Theme and Official Logo
Indonesia’s Heroes’ Day is observed annually on 10 November, commemorating the Battle of Surabaya, and will not be a national public holiday in 2026. The Social Affairs Ministry’s theme, “My Hero, My Inspiration: Moving Forward Together to Continue the Struggle”, calls on Indonesians to embody the values of the nation’s heroes and unite in building the country’s future.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:03 WIB
JCI Opens 0.35% Lower at 5,039
Indonesia’s Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) opened 0.35% lower on 2 November 2026 and fell further in early trading, as investors faced a week packed with domestic economic releases and major US political and labour-market events. The article highlights ten potential market catalysts, including Indonesia’s inflation and GDP data, a new IDX rule on highly concentrated shareholdings, the US midterm elections and manufacturing indicators.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:02 WIB
Marking One Year of Sekolah Rakyat, Social Affairs Ministry Offers Free Services
The Ministry of Social Affairs offered free health, rehabilitation and psychological support services in Makassar to mark the first anniversary of Sekolah Rakyat. The event also showcased products made by beneficiaries of the ATENSI social rehabilitation programme, helping promote their skills and economic independence.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:00 WIB
Dukono Volcano Activity Rises, with Two Eruptions 42 Minutes Apart
Mount Dukono in North Maluku erupted twice on Monday morning, sending an ash plume 950 metres above its summit during the first eruption. The volcano remains at Alert Level II, and authorities have urged people to stay at least four kilometres from the active crater and prepare for possible ashfall.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:00 WIB
Marking One Year of Sekolah Rakyat, Social Affairs Ministry Distributes 5,000 Food Parcels
The Ministry of Social Affairs has distributed 5,000 food parcels to low-income families in South Sulawesi to mark Youth Pledge Day and the first anniversary of Sekolah Rakyat. The assistance, worth a total of Rp1 billion, was channelled through two ministry directorates to beneficiaries in Makassar, Maros and Gowa, including families in the lowest socio-economic groups.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:00 WIB
World’s Largest Crypto Exchange Binance Hit by Rp111 Trillion Hack: Is Crypto Safe?
A security breach involving assets worth US$6.3 billion at Binance has renewed concerns about the safety of holding digital assets on crypto exchanges, as experts disagree over whether investors should rely on exchanges or self-custody. The incident, alongside a separate Polymarket breach, has also intensified calls for stronger security and scrutiny of the risks posed by AI-enabled cyberattacks and the limited protections available to exchange users.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 09:00 WIB
Sukoharjo Islamic Boarding School Search Draws Scrutiny as MP Calls for Fact-Finding Team
MP Abdullah has called for an independent joint fact-finding team to investigate a police search of the Hamalatul Quran Islamic boarding school in Sukoharjo. He said the team should assess accounts from both the school and police, complementing the police internal review with an impartial investigation and ensuring any misconduct or criminal offences are handled under the law.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:59 WIB
Magnitude 2.4 Earthquake Shakes Waters off Kulon Progo
A magnitude 2.4 earthquake struck waters 96 kilometres south-west of Kulon Progo at 08:33 WIB on Monday, 2 November 2026, at a depth of four kilometres, according to the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG). No damage or other impacts had been reported, and BMKG cautioned that the initial data were not final.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:57 WIB
Ciputat Mosque Loudspeakers Found Riddled with Holes, Suspected Air-Rifle Shooting
Police are investigating after four loudspeakers at a mosque in Ciputat, South Tangerang, were found with holes suspected to have been caused by an air rifle. Three witnesses have been questioned, and officers believe the shots may have come from the direction of Sawah Lama sub-district.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:56 WIB
Penti Weki Peso Beo in Manggarai: Meaning, Rituals and Timing
Penti Weki Peso Beo is a Manggarai harvest thanksgiving festival honouring God and ancestors while renewing ties among families and communities. Its rituals move from communal gardens, water sources and village altars to family homes and the customary house, with dates set by each village after consultation; some communities hold it annually, while others follow a five-year cycle.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:56 WIB
Investors Eye Technology Shares as Asian Markets Weaken
Asian markets fell at the start of the week as investors assessed pressure on global technology shares, corporate earnings, US jobs data and the US midterm elections. The decline followed losses on Wall Street, where concerns over the scale and sustainability of artificial intelligence infrastructure spending weighed on technology stocks; defensive sectors helped the Dow outperform in October.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:55 WIB
AMSI Urges Transformation of the Media Business
At the Indonesia Digital Media Conference 2026, media leaders discussed how Indonesian news organisations can diversify revenue while protecting editorial independence and journalistic quality. A key concern is the unequal distribution of digital advertising revenue, alongside the growing challenge posed by AI services that provide answers without directing users to news websites.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:55 WIB
Wealthy Chinese Begin Seeking New Passports: Where Are They Looking?
More wealthy Chinese are exploring foreign citizenship amid concerns over taxation, geopolitical uncertainty and the desire for greater international flexibility. Caribbean citizenship-by-investment schemes are drawing interest, alongside residence options in Europe and Asia, though changing nationality does not automatically erase existing tax liabilities or require a permanent move.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:54 WIB
Gus Ipul Praises Thousands of Banyumas Social Protection Agents, Performance Above Average
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf praised 8,217 social protection agents in Banyumas for helping residents register and update their data digitally. The system has recorded 209,176 households—32.21 per cent, above the national average—with authorities saying integrated data and AI-supported eligibility checks should improve the accuracy and targeting of social assistance.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:53 WIB
JCI Falls 7% in a Week: Five Stocks to Watch Today
Indonesia’s benchmark JCI closed lower, extending a sharp weekly decline amid broad sector losses and foreign net selling, while the Indonesia Stock Exchange prepares to exclude highly concentrated shares from the index calculation. The article also highlights strong earnings growth at GoTo and Surge, an interim dividend from Pulau Subur, and five trading recommendations for the day.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:53 WIB
Mount Dukono in North Maluku Erupts Twice on Monday Morning
Mount Dukono in North Halmahera erupted twice on Monday morning, with the first eruption sending an ash column about 950 metres above the summit. The Geological Agency has maintained the volcano’s Level II (Alert) status and advised people to stay at least four kilometres from the active crater and to wear masks when ash is present.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:50 WIB
Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Shakes Area North-west of Tanimbar
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck offshore north-west of Tanimbar, Maluku, on Monday morning, with tremors felt in Saumlaki. Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) said the quake posed no tsunami threat and urged residents to follow official information.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:50 WIB
Official: Pertamina, Shell, BP-Vivo Fuel Prices at Petrol Stations Effective 2 November
Fuel retailers Pertamina, Shell, BP-AKR and Vivo Energy Indonesia left their prices unchanged as of 1 November 2026. In Jakarta, subsidised and non-subsidised fuel prices remained in place, with Pertamax at Rp15,950 per litre and Pertalite at Rp10,000 per litre; the article also lists prices across the four brands.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:49 WIB
BNBR Revenue Reaches Rp4.12 Trillion as Operating Profit Soars 2,157.14%
PT Bakrie & Brothers Tbk (BNBR) reported a 55.45% year-on-year rise in net revenue to Rp4.12 trillion in the third quarter of 2026, while operating profit climbed to Rp596.24 billion. Growth was led by its mobility, metal industries and infrastructure units, with the company citing a full consolidation of Cimanggis Cibitung Tollways as a key factor behind infrastructure revenue growth.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:49 WIB
Partnering with China, MKNT Targets Danantara’s Waste-to-Energy Projects
Two subsidiaries of PT Remitra Global International (MKNT) have passed the third-stage prequalification list for prospective partners in Danantara’s waste-to-energy projects, in consortium with China-linked SUS Indonesia Holding. Passing the list allows them to take part in project selection but does not constitute appointment as a partner or project winner; the companies say they will prepare to participate in upcoming tenders.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:47 WIB
The Sharia Bank Next Door: Close to Us, Clear in the Eyes of the Law
BSI says its agent network has exceeded 135,000, facilitating Rp52.8 trillion in transactions by August 2026, bringing banking services closer to communities but raising questions about accountability and consumer protection. The article argues that banks must clearly define agents’ authority, ensure transactions are documented, and extend appropriate training, oversight and Sharia governance to services delivered through local shops.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:45 WIB
Four New Rules for Indonesia’s Financial Industry Taking Effect in November: HSC–GWM
Indonesia’s financial markets and banking sector are set for several changes in November 2026, including excluding 81 high-shareholding-concentration stocks from the Jakarta Composite Index, revising stock surveillance practices and temporarily removing all shares from the short-selling list. Bank Indonesia will also lower reserve requirements to increase bank liquidity, while investors await MSCI’s November index review amid scrutiny of Indonesian market transparency.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:44 WIB
Magnitude 4.0 Earthquake Hits Waters off Gunungkidul This Morning
A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck waters 138 kilometres south of Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta, at 8.04am on 2 November 2026, according to Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG). No damage or other impacts have been reported; the agency cautioned that its initial information may be updated as developments emerge.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:44 WIB
AKBP Netty Resigns from the Indonesian National Police, Citing Principles and Conscience
AKBP Netty Rosdiana says she has resigned from the Indonesian National Police voluntarily, with her application submitted on 20 August and her departure taking effect from 1 September. Although she did not disclose the specific reasons, she said she chose a path more consistent with her principles and conscience, and plans to pursue academic and social work.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 08:40 WIB
Indonesia to Access Foreign Multinational Companies’ Tax Data from 2027
Indonesia has signed the GIR Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement, enabling automatic exchanges of multinational groups’ tax information with partner jurisdictions from 2027, subject to activation requirements. The data is intended to support enforcement of the Global Minimum Tax, while Indonesia is also urging broader international cooperation on cross-border tax recovery.