Archive: 2 November 2026
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Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:19 WIB
Pramono to Hold Meetings in 44 Districts to Find Solutions to Residents’ Problems
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo plans to meet with officials in all 44 districts over about three months to address local problems that have not reached the provincial level. He says the meetings will differ from the existing development-planning process and are intended to give him a direct understanding of residents’ concerns.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:19 WIB
Trade Minister Says Modern Retail Is a Catalyst for Poverty Reduction
Trade Minister Budi Santoso says modern retail can help reduce poverty by bringing local products into retail networks and expanding opportunities for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). Local goods now account for nearly 80 per cent of products in modern retail outlets, while selected MSMEs have secured major transactions and export footholds.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:18 WIB
Heavy Rain Triggers Landslides and Fallen Trees in Trenggalek, BPBD Explains Causes
Heavy rain over two days in Trenggalek, East Java, caused landslides and fallen trees, damaging public facilities and infrastructure and leaving one person with minor injuries. The district disaster agency reported incidents across five subdistricts, with emergency teams clearing roads and restoring traffic.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:17 WIB
Subhan Speaks Out on Gibran After Supreme Court Annuls High-School Equivalency Certificate
H. M. Subhan, who challenged the high-school equivalency certificate issued for Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, says the Supreme Court’s decision means Gibran should resign. The Court allowed Subhan’s claim on appeal and annulled the certificate, although the case had previously been rejected at first instance and upheld on appeal.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:16 WIB
Metro Jaya Brimob Patrols Kampung Bahari After Drug Raid
Metro Jaya Police’s Brimob unit has stepped up patrols in North Jakarta’s Kampung Bahari following a joint operation targeting suspected drug trafficking. Police said 29 people were detained and several types of suspected narcotics seized, while officers urged residents to report suspicious activity.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:16 WIB
Deputy Home Affairs Minister Praises 100% Completion of Free Nutritious Meals Task Forces in Maluku, North Maluku and Tanah Papua
Deputy Home Affairs Minister Ribka Haluk praised local governments in Maluku, North Maluku and Tanah Papua for completing the establishment of Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) task forces at provincial and regency/municipal levels. The task forces will inspect nutrition service units from November 2026 to assess food safety, facilities and operational readiness, with recommendations determining whether each unit may continue operating.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:15 WIB
Boyolali Police Chief Replaces AKBP Andika as Sukoharjo Police Chief
The National Police have appointed Boyolali Police Chief AKBP Indra Maulana Saputra to lead Sukoharjo Police, replacing AKBP Andika Dharma Sena, who was removed following controversy over a dawn search at an Islamic boarding school. Three other officers were also removed over the search, which police say will be reviewed amid complaints from students, parents and the school community.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:15 WIB
595 Sekolah Rakyat Pupils from Across West Nusa Tenggara Attend School Orientation in North Lombok
A total of 595 pupils from Sekolah Rakyat schools across West Nusa Tenggara gathered in North Lombok for the school orientation programme, alongside the inauguration of an integrated Sekolah Rakyat campus. The event highlighted the government’s commitment to widening access to inclusive education for children from low-income families and included free health checks for all participating pupils.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:15 WIB
BUMA (DOID) Sets Up New Subsidiary Outside Mining: Here’s Why
BUMA International Group has indirectly established PT Bestari Mitra Talenta (BEST), a new subsidiary focused on administrative support, telecommunications and information technology services. The company says BEST will support the group’s operational needs and that its establishment will have no material impact on operations, legal matters, financial conditions or business continuity.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:14 WIB
AllianzGI Says Money Market Funds Remain Popular with Indonesian Investors
AllianzGI Indonesia says investors continue to favour money market funds and short-duration fixed-income funds amid market uncertainty, while interest in equity funds has yet to show similar growth. Although mutual fund investor numbers have risen sharply, assets under management and net asset value have come under pressure, underscoring the importance of risk awareness, diversification and a long-term investment perspective.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:13 WIB
Is Drinking Iced Drinks During the Rainy Season Really a Cause of Flu and Coughs?
An Indonesian specialist says cold drinks do not cause flu or coughs in healthy people; these illnesses result from viral infections. Cold drinks may, however, trigger symptoms in people with asthma or allergic rhinitis, while humid weather, indoor crowding and flooding bring other seasonal health risks.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:12 WIB
Police Suspend Sukoharjo Police Chief Following Pesantren Complaint
Indonesia’s National Police have suspended Sukoharjo Police Chief AKBP Andhika Dharma Sena and three other officers after complaints about a search at the Hamalatul Quran Islamic boarding school. The four are undergoing an internal ethics investigation; the search was reportedly part of an inquiry into arson, threats and damage to a food stall, and authorities say female officers and child-protection support were present.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:10 WIB
Astonishing! These Are the Countries Where Finding a Job Is Most Difficult
South Africa, Slovakia, Greece and Italy recorded the longest median unemployment durations among 42 countries in 2025, at more than 12 months, while Mexico had the shortest at 1.2 months. Research suggests prolonged unemployment can reduce applicants’ chances of being hired, with negative effects becoming more apparent after about a year, and may also carry psychological costs.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:09 WIB
Central Java MUI Speaks Out over Search of Sukoharjo Islamic Boarding Schools
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) in Central Java has urged local authorities to revoke licences for non-halal food businesses found to be causing public disturbance, while calling on the Ministry of Religious Affairs to ensure unlicensed religious schools comply with national principles. The statement follows police searches of two Islamic boarding schools over an alleged attack on a pork noodle stall; police say two suspects, both former terrorism convicts, have been named, while those detained during the searches were released as witnesses.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:08 WIB
Couple in Bontang Faked Pregnancy and Buried a ‘Baby’ That Turned Out to Be a Pillow
A couple in Bontang, East Kalimantan, admitted fabricating a pregnancy and the death of a baby, after mourners discovered that the shrouded bundle prepared for burial contained pillows. Police said the woman acted out of fear of being judged by her family and in-laws as unable to conceive, and urged the public not to spread unverified information on social media.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:08 WIB
Bogor Begins Drafting Indigenous Peoples Regulation to Provide Legal Protection
Bogor Regency’s government and council have agreed to move forward with a draft regulation on the protection and empowerment of Indigenous customary-law communities. Deputy Regent Ade Ruhandi says it would provide a legal basis for safeguarding their cultural and social heritage, while potentially supporting tourism and improvements to customary villages.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:08 WIB
Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro: Indonesia Targets Market of 2 Billion People in Muslim-Majority Countries
Indonesia is seeking to expand access for its leading products across the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) market, which has a population of more than 2 billion, by strengthening digital trade and cooperation among member states. Deputy Trade Minister Dyah Roro Esti Widya Putri highlighted the opportunities presented by the market’s young population and pointed to ASEAN initiatives, including digital payments and the proposed Digital Economy Framework Agreement, as possible models for wider connectivity.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:07 WIB
School Literacy Ambassadors Encourage Reading Among Young People
Jakarta’s Library and Archives Agency says school literacy ambassadors can help foster a reading culture among young people, and is equipping them with skills ranging from public speaking to writing. The 2026 Book Camp in North Jakarta brought together 85 student ambassadors from 40 senior secondary schools to develop their understanding of literacy as critical thinking, creativity and social awareness, as well as reading.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:07 WIB
88% of Danantara’s Assets Held in Deposits
PT Danantara Investment Management had Rp140 trillion in assets as of April 2026, but 87.9% remained in cash and cash equivalents, most of it in domestic bank deposits. Its investments totalled Rp16.63 trillion, with a further Rp4.86 trillion channelled through subsidiaries, raising questions about how quickly the state-linked investment manager is deploying its funds.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:07 WIB
BNPB Confirms Families of Two Landslide Victims in Lumajang to Receive Government Aid
The East Java provincial government will provide Rp20 million in bereavement assistance to the family of each of the two people killed in a landslide in Lumajang, alongside food parcels and building materials. The disaster agency says heavy rain triggered the landslide and has urged residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert as severe weather continues to pose a risk.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:06 WIB
Protest over Tax on Sanitary Pads: YLKI Says State Must Not Burden Women’s Basic Biological Needs
The Indonesian Consumers Foundation (YLKI) has urged the government to remove VAT on sanitary pads, arguing that they are an essential health need rather than a luxury. It says the tax disproportionately affects women on low incomes and calls for more progressive revenue-raising measures, alongside a review of taxes on other menstrual products.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:05 WIB
Airlangga Reveals Latest on PFII’s Operational Plans
Coordinating Economic Affairs Minister Airlangga Hartarto has not set a start date for the Infrastructure Investment Facilitation Centre (PFII), saying preparations are still under way. The government is drafting implementing regulations and studying Dubai’s model for an International Financial Centre, with Jakarta planned as the first location, followed by Bali.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:05 WIB
Mistaken for a Rat Carcass, West Lombok Residents Find Infant’s Body in Drain
Residents in Bakong hamlet, West Lombok, found an infant’s body in a drainage ditch after a passer-by followed a foul smell on Monday morning. Police attended the scene and took the body for further examination; the case is being handled by West Lombok Police.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:01 WIB
Transjakarta Insists All Vehicles Use Tyres That Meet Safety Standards
Transjakarta says its entire fleet uses tyres that comply with safety standards and undergoes checks before entering service, following online discussion about tyre quality. The company said a bus tyre that burst near Proklamasi stop was punctured by a nail, and passengers were moved to a replacement bus.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:00 WIB
Indonesian Copper Foil Exports Surge 1,163% in September 2026: Here’s Why
Indonesia’s exports of copper and copper products rose 165.97% year on year in September 2026, led by strong growth in refined copper, copper wire and copper foil. The figures came as Freeport Indonesia resumed operations at its second smelter in Gresik, with the facility producing 5,000 tonnes of copper cathode in September after concentrate supplies began recovering.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 18:00 WIB
Rupiah Weakens Again, Opening at Rp18,125 per US Dollar
The rupiah opened at Rp18,125 per US dollar on the first trading day of November, down 0.03% from Friday’s close of Rp18,120, according to Refinitiv data. The slight decline followed two consecutive sessions of gains and highlights continued market attention to currency movements amid economic and financial-market uncertainty.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:59 WIB
Ukraine and Russia Report Cyberattacks on Emergency Alert Apps
Russia and Ukraine have each reported cyberattacks targeting their emergency and air-raid alert applications, with hackers allegedly spreading false warnings. The incidents came as a temporary ceasefire in Kherson ended and hostilities continued, amid a stalled diplomatic process and renewed discussion of military support.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:59 WIB
Legal Wife of Madiun Murder Suspect Says: ‘I Didn’t Know’
Marta, the legal wife of Dwi Bagus Martono, says she was teaching at school when her husband allegedly killed his unregistered wife and her four-year-old son in Madiun. Police say the victims were killed in September and their bodies burned and ground up; the case came to light after their family reported them missing in October.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:57 WIB
BPS Forecasts Central Java Rice Production at 5.14 Million Tonnes in 2026
Statistics Indonesia (BPS) forecasts Central Java will produce 5.14 million tonnes of rice in 2026, equivalent to 9.47 million tonnes of harvested dry paddy from January to September plus a further 1.36 million tonnes in the final quarter. Harvested area is expected to fall 3.4 per cent year on year, while Grobogan, Cilacap and Sragen are projected to be the province’s top rice-producing regencies.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:57 WIB
Just Listening to His Problems: Boboho, Associate of Former Jampidsus Febrie, Received Rp22.5bn
Ferry Yanto Hongkiriwang, known as Ferry Boboho, told a Jakarta court he received Rp22.5 billion from PT Perwira Adhitama Sejati as a fee for listening to the company’s concerns over a steel-import corruption case. He denied passing any of the money to former Jampidsus Febrie Adriansyah, who is charged with extortion and money laundering; Ferry also testified about other funds, including money from a defendant in a separate BTS corruption case.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:57 WIB
NTB Targets Migrant Workers’ Children and the Extremely Poor for People’s Schools
West Nusa Tenggara Governor Lalu Muhamad Iqbal says the province will prioritise children from the poorest households and families of Indonesian migrant workers for enrolment in People’s Schools. The programme aims to tackle social and educational disadvantage through deeper support for pupils’ living conditions, including stronger counselling and communication with parents working abroad.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:56 WIB
Sexual Services Cost Up to Rp13.7 Million; Three Foreign Nationals in Bali Allegedly Paid Website Administrator
Immigration officials in Denpasar say three foreign nationals suspected of advertising sexual services online may have had to share their earnings with a website administrator. The agency is investigating the alleged payment arrangement and any wider network, while seeking deportation and entry bans for the three over suspected misuse of their residence permits.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:56 WIB
Karma Automotive unveils Eximius 1 hybrid sports car
Karma Automotive has unveiled the Eximius 1, a four-seat hybrid sports car with a V8 generator and electric motors producing a combined 1,195 hp. The first vehicle under the company’s bespoke development programme, it will be customised to its owner’s specifications and is due for delivery in 2027, with production of each model capped at nine units.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:56 WIB
Bontang Woman Fakes Pregnancy and Buries ‘Baby’, Fearing She Would Be Branded Unable to Conceive
A woman in Bontang and her husband fabricated a pregnancy and a baby’s death, staging a burial in which the shrouded bundle contained pillows rather than a body. Police said the woman feared her family and in-laws would regard her as unable to conceive; investigators also confirmed she was not treated for childbirth at the hospital she had named.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:55 WIB
Chandra Asri Invests Rp15 Trillion to Build New Businesses Beyond Petrochemicals
Chandra Asri is diversifying into energy, integrated infrastructure and mobility solutions to reduce its exposure to petrochemical market cycles, with a Rp15 trillion CA-EDC project expected to begin commercial operations in 2027. The company also reported a sharp recovery in nine-month 2026 revenue and earnings, while expanding logistics, fuel distribution and employment initiatives.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:55 WIB
Chandra Asri (TPIA) to Build ‘Doomsday’ Naphtha Facility in Cilegon
Chandra Asri Pacific plans to complete a condensate splitter in Cilegon by 2027, producing an alternative feedstock with projected capacity equivalent to about 2.5 million tonnes a year. The facility is intended to give the petrochemical company greater flexibility if geopolitical disruption affects imported naphtha supplies, while imports will continue; the company also carries out regular maintenance to protect production reliability.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:53 WIB
PEVS 2026 Draws 35,000 Visitors Over Four Days
Indonesia’s Periklindo Electric Vehicle Show 2026 attracted 35,257 visitors during its four-day run, which organisers say reflects public interest in electric vehicles. The event featured vehicle transactions and a range of automotive brands and transport operators, while Periklindo pledged to help connect industry players with the government to address sector challenges.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:52 WIB
Today’s Five Most-Read International News Stories
The article rounds up five international stories attracting readers’ attention: a fatal Learjet crash in Florida and escalating tensions between the United States, Iran and Israel. Donald Trump claims the US could strike remaining suspected Iranian nuclear sites within minutes, while Iran warns any new war could last longer; reports also describe Israeli lobbying for an attack and Tehran’s designation of British military branches and MI6 as terrorist organisations.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:52 WIB
Police Arrest Suspect over Theft of Two Box Trucks in East Jakarta’s Duren Sawit
East Jakarta police have arrested a 23-year-old man suspected of stealing two company-owned Isuzu box trucks in separate incidents in Duren Sawit in September 2026. The companies reported losses totalling Rp525 million, and the suspect faces up to seven years in prison if convicted of aggravated theft.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:51 WIB
Bengkulu’s Coal and Rubber Reach Markets in India and Bangladesh, BPS Says
Bengkulu’s leading non-oil and gas exports are coal and rubber, with India, Pakistan and Bangladesh accounting for 68.74% of the province’s exports in January–September 2026. The province recorded a US$64.61 million trade surplus over the period, with no imports in September.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:51 WIB
Sukoharjo Police Chief and Three Officers Removed After Pre-Dawn Search of Islamic Boarding School
Indonesia’s National Police have removed Sukoharjo Police Chief AKBP Andika Dharma Sena and three other officers following a pre-dawn search of the Hamalatul Quran Islamic boarding school. Propam is investigating alleged procedural and ethical violations, while the police say the search was connected to a case involving the alleged arson and destruction of a local restaurant.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:50 WIB
Medan Prosecutor’s Office Resolves Child’s Case Through Diversion
The Medan District Prosecutor’s Office has resolved a criminal case involving a child through diversion, an alternative to court proceedings under Indonesia’s juvenile justice system. The office says this is its sixth diversion case in 2026, reflecting an emphasis on restorative outcomes, victims’ interests and the child’s future.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:50 WIB
Religious Affairs Ministry: MOOC Pintar Training Aims to Make Islamic Boarding Schools Safe for Children
The Religious Affairs Ministry has opened an online training course to help prevent and respond to violence and sexual abuse in Islamic boarding schools. The SafeKader programme equips staff to assess risks, identify warning signs, support victims and build lasting child-protection practices across pesantren.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:47 WIB
JCI closes higher, supported by stronger-than-expected trade balance
Indonesia’s Composite Stock Price Index (JCI) rose 0.79 per cent to 5,096.83, with investors encouraged by a September trade surplus that exceeded expectations as exports outpaced forecasts and imports slowed unexpectedly. The market also responded to the Indonesia Stock Exchange’s exclusion of 81 high-shareholding-concentration stocks from benchmark index calculations amid an MSCI warning, while regional gains and developments in US-Iran diplomacy shaped sentiment.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:47 WIB
Muhammadiyah Condemns Search of Girls’ Islamic Boarding School in Sukoharjo
Muhammadiyah has condemned what it describes as an intimidating and disproportionate police search of a girls’ Islamic boarding school in Sukoharjo, particularly the treatment of 12 underage students. The organisation is calling for accountability, trauma support for the students and a review of police procedures, while police say the search was part of an investigation into arson, threats and vandalism and that complaints will be examined internally.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:47 WIB
A ‘Blue Great Wall’ Rises on the Gobi Desert
A 2.97-billion-yuan solar project covering more than 14.6 million square metres in Xinjiang combines power generation with sand stabilisation and grass planting. Its first year is expected to produce 1.9 billion kilowatt-hours, helping supply the southern Xinjiang grid while saving an estimated 580,000 tonnes of standard coal and cutting carbon dioxide emissions by 1.55 million tonnes.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
Boboho Reveals Febrie Adriansyah’s Response When He Reported the Harvey Moeis Case
Ferry Yanto Hongkiriwang, known as Ferry Boboho, told a Jakarta corruption court that former deputy attorney-general Febrie Adriansyah had advised him not to get involved in the legal case against Harvey Moeis. Boboho gave the testimony while appearing as a witness in Febrie’s alleged extortion and money-laundering case.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
Victims of ‘Green Investment’ Fraud Report Case to Metro Jaya Police, Losses Reach Rp5.7bn
Dozens of investors have reported an alleged green-investment fraud to Jakarta’s Metro Jaya Police, claiming losses totalling Rp5.7 billion. Police say the case remains under investigation, while victims say the company’s app stopped working and their funds became inaccessible in 2025.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:45 WIB
BNPB: Families of Two Landslide Victims in Lumajang to Receive Compensation
Families of a father and his nine-year-old daughter, who died in a landslide in Lumajang, East Java, will receive Rp20 million in condolence assistance from the provincial government. Emergency response teams remain at the site as heavy rain and further extreme weather pose continuing risks, prompting BNPB to urge residents in landslide-prone areas to remain vigilant.
Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 17:45 WIB
Constitutional Court Drama Triggers Crisis as President Calls Emergency Meeting
Polish President Karol Nawrocki has cut short a visit to Senegal and convened political leaders in Warsaw amid escalating protests over appointments to the Constitutional Tribunal. The dispute pits Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s efforts to remove judges he says are politically biased against the opposition PiS party, and has renewed concerns over judicial independence and the rule of law.