Archive: 3 November 2026
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Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 10:00 WIB
Italy urges food industry to strengthen cybersecurity
Italy’s National Cybersecurity Agency has urged major retailers, food logistics operators and industrial refrigeration firms to strengthen their defences after cyberattacks disrupted refrigeration systems at supermarkets in Sicily. Authorities are investigating whether the incidents are connected to similar attacks reported across several European countries, which EU officials say could threaten food supply chains and consumer confidence.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:58 WIB
BRI’s Qlola Records Rp12,046 Trillion in Transaction Volume by September 2026
BRI’s corporate digital platform, Qlola, recorded transaction volume of Rp12,046 trillion by September 2026, up 29.3 per cent year on year, as its user base grew to more than 104,000. The bank says its expanding suite of industry-focused tools and mobile access is designed to streamline corporate financial management and connect business ecosystems.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:57 WIB
Rupiah Strengthens as Global Oil Prices Fall Sharply
The rupiah rose 0.04% to Rp18,149 per US dollar at Tuesday’s open, with analysts expecting only limited further gains as a sharp fall in oil prices offered support. Investors remain cautious ahead of key US and Indonesian economic data, including Indonesia’s third-quarter GDP figures, while weak equity-market sentiment is expected to keep the currency within a narrow range.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:56 WIB
MRT Jakarta reports two injured in Blok M Hub kiosk fire
A fire at a kiosk in Jakarta’s Blok M Hub injured two employees, according to MRT Jakarta, although the South Jakarta Fire and Rescue Office said one person suffered minor injuries. Investigators suspect a leaking gas line or LPG hose caused the blaze; the kiosk will remain closed while inspections continue, and MRT Jakarta says it will review fire-safety measures at vendor kiosks.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:56 WIB
Tan Kian Complained to Ferry Boboho After Handing Over Rp55 Billion, Admits He Feared Becoming a Suspect
Businessman Tan Kian told a Jakarta court he remained under examination as a witness in the Jiwasraya corruption case six times despite handing Rp55 billion to Ferry Yanto Hongkiriwang, alias Ferry Boboho. He said he continued to fear being named a suspect, and testified that Ferry did not identify any Attorney General’s Office official when requesting the money.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:55 WIB
BMKG Warns of Potential Heavy Rain in Central Java in Early November
Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has warned that heavy rain could affect multiple areas of Central Java during the first ten days of November 2026. It also forecasts high rainfall in several districts amid a very strong El Niño and a positive Indian Ocean Dipole, urging local authorities and residents to prepare for flooding, landslides and fallen trees.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:55 WIB
Ahead of the 2027 Zero ODOL Target, These Are the Most Common Violations
Document and overloading violations accounted for nearly all breaches recorded in inspections of freight vehicles from January to October 2026, as the Transport Ministry prepares to implement its Zero Over Dimension Over Loading (ODOL) target in 2027. The ministry detected more than 676,000 violations, but only around 30 per cent of offending vehicles were sanctioned; monitoring coverage rose to 8.91 per cent of daily traffic.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:55 WIB
Not Just Boy Thohir: The Individuals Who Control Adaro (AADI)
PT Adaro Andalan Indonesia has disclosed the individuals it identifies as beneficial owners and individual-level controllers, including members of the Thohir, Subianto and Rachmat families, as well as Edwin Soeryadjaya. The company said the clarification aligns its disclosures with applicable regulations and will have no impact on its operations, legal position, financial condition or business continuity.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:53 WIB
US to Mediate Technical Russia-Ukraine Talks in Abu Dhabi
The United States will mediate technical-level talks between Ukraine and Russia in Abu Dhabi on 10–11 November, with discussions centred on post-war security, de-escalation and humanitarian efforts. US envoy Steve Witkoff also said American negotiators would meet European and NATO representatives in Brussels to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine and support for its reconstruction.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:52 WIB
BNPB: 742 Hectares of Land Still Burning, Central Kalimantan Worst Affected
Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) says 742 hectares of land remained affected by forest and land fires as of Monday, with Central Kalimantan accounting for the largest area. Despite recent rain, smouldering fires could reignite, prompting BNPB to keep aircraft and helicopters on standby for patrols, weather modification and water-bombing operations.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:50 WIB
Central Jakarta Police Investigator Testifies at Trial of Businessman Accused of Extortion
A Central Jakarta District Court heard testimony from an investigator in the extortion and threats case against Bangun Paulus Tudungta, focusing on a disputed Rp50 million repayment and evidence that the defendant says was never shown to him. The prosecutor said the oral witness testimony was called at the defence’s request, while arguing that many of its questions concerned administrative matters better addressed through a pre-trial hearing.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:50 WIB
Civil Servants Working Far from Home Face Airfares of Up to Rp10 Million
Indonesia’s National Civil Service Agency (BKN) has relocated 101 employees to offices closer to their families and home towns, after some said high travel costs meant they could return home only once a year. The initiative forms part of the BKN’s 15 Pro-Career policies and is intended to support work-life balance while maintaining staff productivity and organisational needs.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:49 WIB
Tourist Road in Bangli Collapses, Connecting Route Temporarily Closed
A section of road in Pulasari, Bangli, collapsed after heavy rain caused a river to rise, severing vehicle access along a route serving the local tourism area. The route has been temporarily closed to prevent accidents, disrupting residents’ mobility and visitors’ journeys.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:49 WIB
Vance: US-Iran talks make progress towards peace deal
US Vice-President JD Vance said Washington had made progress in negotiations with Iran and that he and President Donald Trump were cautiously optimistic about reaching a deal. He said no deadline had been set, while stressing that any agreement must include a firm, verifiable commitment by Iran not to rebuild its nuclear programme.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:48 WIB
Safeguarding the President, safeguarding Indonesia’s unity
The article argues that protecting the President’s authority means ensuring consistency between his mandate, words and actions, while defending national unity against identity-based division and misinformation. It says unity must be built through trust and fair delivery of public programmes, and cautions that allegations of manipulation or corruption require evidence.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:47 WIB
PGAS Boss Quietly Increases Shareholding, Spending Rp32.37 Million
PGAS director Catur Dermawan bought 25,000 company shares for Rp32.37 million, increasing his holding to 125,000 shares. The transaction comes as PGN signs a long-term North Hub LNG sale and purchase agreement estimated at US$1.55 billion, intended to strengthen its gas supply portfolio from 2029 onwards.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:47 WIB
US-Iran Tensions Flare Again as Tanker Burns in Strait of Hormuz
A tanker caught fire after reportedly striking a sea mine in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iranian state media also claiming that a second tanker exploded—reports that have not been independently verified. The incident comes as Iran and the United States continue indirect diplomacy over a possible deal, amid threats of retaliation and growing concern among Gulf states that the conflict could widen.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:47 WIB
Domestic Worker Arrested and Detained for Sexually Abusing Employer’s Child in East Jakarta
Police have arrested and detained a domestic worker suspected of sexually abusing her employer’s five-year-old son in Matraman, East Jakarta. Investigators are also looking into the involvement of a man who allegedly contacted the worker by video call and offered her money to carry out the abuse.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:46 WIB
PGN’s Energy Teaches the Nation Programme Visits Students
State gas company PGN’s Energi Mengajar Negeri 2026 programme reached more than 1,300 students and educators across 10 locations, with 61 employee volunteers taking part. The initiative, held as part of PGN’s 61st anniversary, aims to boost pupils’ confidence, motivation to learn and personal development, particularly in communities near the company’s operations.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:45 WIB
IDX Prepares New Measures to Target Stock Manipulators
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) plans to make surveillance of suspected market manipulation more visible and strengthen checks on listed companies’ free-float and affiliate disclosures. The move follows criticism from MSCI, with the Financial Services Authority (OJK) saying enforcement remains the main area where Indonesia’s capital market falls short of the index provider’s expectations.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:41 WIB
Trump Casts Doubt on Renewed Iran Strikes Ahead of Midterm Elections
Donald Trump has said he is not considering fresh strikes on Iran after the US midterm elections, while suggesting that a deal with Tehran could be reached. The shift comes as fuel prices and the eight-month conflict weigh on voters, with Iran confirming intensive indirect discussions mediated by Qatar and Pakistan.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:40 WIB
Timeline and Possible Cause of Private Jet Crash and Fireball on Highway That Killed Nine
The US National Transportation Safety Board has released preliminary details of a Learjet 60 crash in Florida that killed all nine people aboard. The crew reported icing and turbulence before requesting a higher altitude, followed by a rapid descent and reports of structural damage; investigators have not yet established the cause.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:39 WIB
UN Warns of Worsening Humanitarian Situation in Yemen’s Taiz
The UN says fighting has closed all roads into Taiz, preventing commercial supplies from entering and leaving nearly 250,000 people without access to healthcare. Those affected include 186,000 children under five and 23,000 pregnant women, as the organisation urges the Houthi group to lift its blockade.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:38 WIB
Rupiah Edges Higher on 3 November 2026 as Market Sentiment Shapes Exchange Rate
The rupiah rose 7 points to Rp18,149 per US dollar at Tuesday’s opening, as markets weighed US-Iran diplomacy and global and domestic economic data. Indonesia posted a US$3.36 billion trade surplus in September, while October inflation was 3.23 per cent year on year and manufacturing activity remained in expansion territory.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:38 WIB
What Are the US Midterm Elections and What Is at Stake?
Americans are set to elect all 435 members of the House of Representatives and 35 senators, with control of Congress potentially shifting away from Donald Trump’s Republicans. The result could constrain Trump’s legislative agenda and enable Democratic investigations, while also serving as a gauge of public sentiment ahead of the 2028 presidential race.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:37 WIB
Srikandi Jaga Desa: Driving the Economy for Rural–Urban Equity
Srikandi Jaga Desa, an initiative under the National Association of Village Consultative Bodies (Abpednas), could extend its role beyond monitoring village funds to support fairer markets, protect productive spending and generate jobs. The article outlines how legal assistance and partnerships could strengthen village businesses, attract investment and help reduce the economic gap between rural and urban areas.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:35 WIB
Tabanan Public Order Agency Warns of Possible Criminal Proceedings over Jatiluwih Restaurant Building
Tabanan’s Public Order Agency has warned that criminal proceedings could follow the construction of a permanent, two-storey restaurant in the Jatiluwih tourism area, which officials say violates spatial planning rules. The building was sealed after the owner reportedly ignored repeated warnings and a 2025 recommendation from Bali’s provincial council committee to demolish it.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:34 WIB
Antam Gold Price Rises Again to Rp2.541 Million per Gram on Tuesday
Antam gold prices rose by Rp10,000 to Rp2.541 million per gram on Tuesday, while the buyback price climbed to Rp2.311 million. The report also sets out applicable tax deductions and the full price list for gold bars in a range of weights.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:33 WIB
Arab Countries with the Highest Debt and Risk of Default
Public debt is increasingly shaping Arab governments’ ability to fund health, education and social protection, as well as to respond to economic and geopolitical crises. Experts stress that countries face very different borrowing conditions, and that the risks depend not only on debt levels but also on repayment costs and whether loans support productive investment or merely cover recurring deficits.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:31 WIB
BRAN Joins Forces with Marine Affairs Ministry to Address Coastal Land Issues
The National Agrarian Reform Agency (BRAN) is coordinating with the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries and the North Coast of Java Authority to clarify land rights and access for coastal development. The partnership is intended to support fishing village construction, fisheries infrastructure and the 2025–2028 North Coast pond revitalisation programme, while safeguarding local communities’ livelihoods.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:30 WIB
French Student Union Announces Major Protests for 3 and 5 November
France’s National Student Union has called for large-scale demonstrations on 3 and 5 November, following renewed school blockades in several cities. Protests that began over school conditions have widened amid public anger about rising prices.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:30 WIB
What Happens to the 81 HSC Shares Removed from the JCI Calculation? Can They Still Be Traded?
The Indonesia Stock Exchange has removed 81 shares with high shareholding concentration (HSC) from the Jakarta Composite Index (JCI), alongside shares listed on the Acceleration Board. The shares remain listed and tradable; the change affects only the index’s constituents, leaving 837 shares in its calculation.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:30 WIB
Mystery of Everest’s Green Boots Solved After 30 Years
An Indian government tender document identifies the climber long known as “Green Boots” as Dorje Morup, rather than the previously presumed Tsewang Paljor, though it offers no details of the verification process. India plans to retrieve the body by October 2026, a hazardous undertaking in the Everest death zone that could cost as much as US$150,000; around 200 bodies are believed to remain on the mountain.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:29 WIB
Transport Minister Asks Operators to Prepare Christmas and New Year Transport Plans
Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi has instructed all transport operators to prepare operational plans for the 2026 Christmas and 2027 New Year period, focusing on passenger surges, safety checks and emergency response. The Transport Ministry will oversee compliance, with the aim of ensuring safe, reliable services and maintaining public confidence during the year-end travel peak.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:27 WIB
Gibran Volunteers Cite Article 18 of KPU Regulation: Overseas University Graduates Do Not Need a Certificate
Gibranisti says a Supreme Court ruling invalidating Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s secondary-school equivalency certificate will not affect his position, citing an election regulation that exempts candidates with overseas university qualifications from providing such evidence. The ruling and the regulation have nevertheless drawn scrutiny, with critics alleging the exemption was inserted without a transparent drafting process and filing a complaint against election officials.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:26 WIB
Penguin Solutions Unveils High-Bandwidth SMART Modular MRDIMM for Next-Generation AI Data Centres
Penguin Solutions has introduced a DDR5 MRDIMM operating at DDR5-12800, designed to meet rising memory-bandwidth needs in AI inference and agentic workloads. The module combines an architecture that boosts bandwidth with optional in-house Zefr reliability testing, targeting applications including generative AI, high-frequency trading and high-performance computing.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:25 WIB
Two Guests Missing After Deadly Landslide at Pelaga Eco Park Glamping Site
Two glamping guests, an Indonesian national and a foreign national, remain missing after heavy rain triggered a landslide at Pelaga Eco Park in Badung, Bali, sweeping away accommodation buildings. Local and provincial authorities are coordinating a multi-team search and say they will review safety at tourism sites, particularly in areas exposed to natural hazards.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:25 WIB
Bahlil Bans Indonesian Natural Resource Exports from Transiting Through Third Countries
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has instructed officials to ship Indonesian natural resources directly to their destination markets, rather than routing them through neighbouring countries. He also questioned the value of transit countries collecting tax revenue and trade-balance gains, while Mineral and Coal Director General Tri Winarno cited Singapore’s sizeable coal export figures despite its lack of coal mines.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:24 WIB
UN Peacekeeping Mission in Western Sahara Begins Gradual Withdrawal of Personnel
MINURSO is beginning a phased drawdown after the UN Security Council allowed its mandate to expire, with about 160 military observers to be repatriated and 13 operational sites to be closed. UN Secretary-General António Guterres has urged all parties to respect the rights of the people of Western Sahara and avoid actions that could heighten tensions.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:23 WIB
Penguin Solutions introduces high-bandwidth SMART Modular MRDIMMs for next-generation AI data centres
Penguin Solutions has announced SMART Modular DDR5 MRDIMMs running at DDR5-12800, designed to meet rising memory-bandwidth needs in AI data centres. The modules use a dual-rank multiplexing architecture and offer optional Zefr reliability testing, targeting workloads including generative AI inference, high-frequency trading and high-performance computing.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:23 WIB
Foot Injuries to Watch Out for After Running a Marathon
Marathon runners may face injuries ranging from sesamoid inflammation and displaced cuboid bones to navicular stress fractures, which can take a long time to heal and may require surgery. Experts advise runners to prepare with well-tested footwear and carefully managed training, and to stop running and seek medical attention if injured.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:22 WIB
From Loss to Strength: Pasukan 1000 Janda Celebrates the Resilience of Acehnese Women
The film Pasukan 1000 Janda tells the story of Admiral Malahayati and how women transformed grief and loss into resolve and resistance. Actor Atiqah Hasiholan says the film also helps bring greater attention to an Indonesian female hero whose story is less often told on screen.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:22 WIB
Ferry Boboho Says Febrie Adriansyah Asked Property Tycoon Tan Kian for Rp50 Billion; Former Jampidsus Makes Startling Admission
Former Jampidsus Febrie Adriansyah has denied allegations that he instructed Ferry Yanto Hongkiriwang, known as Ferry Boboho, to seek Rp50 billion from property tycoon Tan Kian or threaten to make him a suspect. Testifying in a Jakarta corruption court, Febrie said he had maintained case confidentiality throughout his career and described himself as the target of criminalisation.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:20 WIB
Salim Group Drawn into Forest Fire Allegations; Indofood (INDF) Sets Out the Facts
Indofood Sukses Makmur says its subsidiary Indofood Agri Resources is awaiting further instructions from Singapore authorities after being summoned in connection with an investigation into forest and land fires. The group says its Indonesian plantation operations have no large-scale land-clearing activity and outlines its zero-burning policy, satellite hotspot monitoring and fire-prevention measures.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:15 WIB
US Police Investigate Cause of Fatal California Shooting
Authorities in Monterey County are investigating a shooting in Moss Landing that left several people dead and injured. The sheriff’s office has not disclosed the number of casualties, but says there is no current threat to public safety.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:10 WIB
Tax Directorate Confirms Sanitary Pads Still Subject to 11% VAT, Not Exempt
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Taxes says sanitary pads remain taxable goods and are not included among products eligible for VAT exemption. Although the statutory rate is 12%, the tax base is set at 11/12 of the sale price, leaving consumers with an effective VAT burden of 11%.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:10 WIB
PLN EPI Says Biomass Co-firing at Rembang Power Station Could Serve as a Model
PLN Energi Primer Indonesia says the biomass co-firing system at the Rembang coal-fired power station could be replicated elsewhere, citing its dual receiving and storage zones and growing biomass deliveries. Biomass receipts at Rembang rose to 185,000 tonnes last year, while co-firing currently accounts for around 5–10 per cent of its fuel mix; PLN officials say the programme supports emissions-reduction targets.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:10 WIB
New Fortified Rice Product Registration Permits Put on Hold: Here’s Why
Indonesia’s National Food Agency has temporarily halted new registration permits for fortified rice after finding that 25 of 27 inspected brands failed to meet requirements, with more than 90% of products on the market reportedly non-compliant. The moratorium is intended to improve producers’ ability to meet standards and clarify implementation, particularly the requirement for fortified rice kernels to hold the relevant food-safety approval from BPOM.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:09 WIB
PGN LNG Receives 25 LNG Cargoes Through the Third Quarter of 2026
PGN LNG Indonesia received 25 LNG cargoes totalling 67.24 million MMBTU through the third quarter of 2026, while Ex-LNG gas deliveries rose 34.72% year on year to 65.01 million MMBTU. The company said reliable LNG infrastructure supports energy supply for power generation and industry, as well as Indonesia’s downstream-processing and energy-transition objectives.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 09:09 WIB
South Sulawesi Prosecutor Says Farm Equipment and Bone DPRD Budget Cases Under Investigation
South Sulawesi’s chief prosecutor says investigators are examining alleged irregularities in the distribution of agricultural machinery funded by a Rp243.6 billion Agriculture Ministry project, as well as suspected collusion over legislators’ budget proposals in Bone. The alleged budget insertions may have left Rp37 billion in teachers’ holiday allowances, civil servants’ benefits and health insurance for poor residents unpaid.