Archive: 3 November 2026
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Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:01 WIB
Construction of Hajj Village in Saudi Arabia to Begin in December
Construction of the Hajj Village in Mecca is scheduled to begin in December 2026, following the completion of an acquisition announced in October. The development, involving an operating hotel and a 4.4-hectare site, is intended to strengthen services for Indonesian Hajj and Umrah pilgrims.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:01 WIB
Indonesia Offers 65 Undeveloped Oil and Gas Basins to Global Investors
Indonesia is promoting 65 unexplored sedimentary basins at ADIPEC 2026 as it seeks to raise upstream oil and gas investment to US$17.87 billion this year, from US$14.9 billion in 2025. The government is also highlighting recent major discoveries, flexible contract options and four new international agreements to attract capital and technology and strengthen energy security.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:01 WIB
GAPEKA 2026: KAI Adds 8,466 Seats a Day, Expanding Travel Options
Indonesia’s state railway operator KAI will introduce its 2026 train timetable on 1 December, increasing scheduled passenger capacity by 8,466 seats a day and adding 39 daily services across Java and Sumatra. The plan also adds stops to 84 train services and shortens journey times on 74 intercity routes, as passenger numbers continue to rise.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:00 WIB
Police Complete Case Files on Udayana Street Machete Attack in Mataram
Police in Mataram are finalising case files for 13 suspects accused in a machete attack that killed a 14-year-old boy, with the files expected to be submitted to prosecutors shortly. The suspects include 10 minors and three adults; police say the attack was driven by a perceived slight and that the assailants had been drinking alcohol.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:00 WIB
Intercity Train Activity in Bekasi Rises 9.76% as KAI Expands Travel Options from Jakarta’s Satellite Areas
KAI recorded 2.36 million intercity train boardings and alightings at Bekasi Station in January–October 2026, up 9.76% year on year, while activity also rose at Cikarang and Jatinegara. From 1 December, the 2026 train schedule will add intercity stops at all three stations, broadening travel options for residents across the Jakarta metropolitan area.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:00 WIB
Two Flights Bound for the Capital Receive Bomb Threats; Airport Temporarily Closes
Two flights bound for Warsaw were subjected to security checks after bomb threats on Tuesday, with a London–Warsaw service diverted to Warsaw-Modlin and 181 people evacuated. Warsaw-Modlin temporarily suspended operations, which later returned to normal; a Copenhagen–Warsaw flight was also inspected.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 20:00 WIB
Bank Transfers Will Not Face Automatic VAT from 9 November, Finance Minister Says
Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara has rejected claims that VAT will automatically be imposed on every bank transfer or digital-wallet transaction from 9 November 2026. The measure in question concerns VAT collection on qualifying overseas digital transactions; existing rules apply VAT to certain service fees, not to the amount transferred.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:59 WIB
Indonesia’s financial system remains stable in Q3 2026: KSSK
Indonesia’s fiscal, monetary and financial sector stability remained well-maintained in the third quarter of 2026, supported by coordination among authorities and resilient domestic growth, the Financial System Stability Committee (KSSK) said. The committee noted mounting pressures since early October—including higher global energy prices, tighter monetary policy abroad, domestic liquidity constraints, market volatility following an MSCI announcement and rupiah pressure—but said strong fundamentals and adaptive policies should help safeguard stability.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:58 WIB
MSIG Life Strengthens Investment Strategy to Safeguard Liquidity and Solvency
MSIG Life is using an Asset Liability Management approach and a diversified portfolio to balance investment returns, market risks and policyholder obligations, with government bonds forming a key part of its holdings. The insurer reported higher first-half 2026 profits and strong solvency, while monitoring unit-linked withdrawals and surrenders for potential effects on liquidity.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:58 WIB
Indonesia’s Deputy Minister Urges Investors to Conduct Their Own Analysis
Deputy Minister Dradjad urged investors to assess listed companies, valuations and Indonesia’s economic prospects independently, rather than relying solely on international index providers or market sentiment. He also called for stronger transparency, corporate governance and regulatory enforcement, alongside a broader domestic investor base, as Indonesia’s economy grew 5.45 per cent year on year in the first half of 2026.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:58 WIB
Why Are Many Indonesians Joining the Russian Military? Yusril: No Conclusions Yet
Yusril Ihza Mahendra says the government has not yet determined why Indonesians are joining foreign militaries, including Russia’s, as police investigate possible recruitment fraud. He added that people who knowingly enlist cannot necessarily be prevented from doing so, but joining a foreign military may have consequences for their Indonesian citizenship.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:57 WIB
KAI Group Serves 442.53 Million Passengers, with Public Feedback Guiding Service Development
KAI Group carried 442.53 million passengers between January and October 2026, up 6.86% year on year, with growth across intercity, commuter, light-rail and tourism services. The railway operator says the increase and customer feedback will inform capacity expansion, service improvements and its 2026–2030 development plans, including additional daily seats under the new 2026 timetable.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:57 WIB
Riau Police Educate Hundreds of Senior High and Vocational Students about Cybercrime
Riau Police have held cybercrime awareness sessions for 180 senior high and vocational students in Pekanbaru, focusing on online gambling and digital scams. The preventive campaign aims to strengthen young people’s legal awareness and encourage safer, more responsible use of digital technology.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:57 WIB
Magnitude 5.6 Earthquake Strikes Colombia
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Colombia’s Tolima Province on Tuesday, with tremors also reported in Bogotá and Cali. Cali’s district emergency management system was activated as a precaution; seismic activity has risen since a deadly magnitude 7.4 quake in August.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:57 WIB
Merapi National Park Agency Says Illegal Climbers Usually Enter via Boyolali and Magelang
The Merapi National Park Agency says illegal climbers commonly use unofficial routes in Boyolali and Magelang, with 14 people recently detained after attempting to climb the volcano from Selo. Authorities have stepped up warnings and patrols, but the park’s extensive forest, limited staffing and individual disregard for the rules continue to make enforcement difficult.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:56 WIB
OJK: Capital market fundraising reaches Rp202.04tn as at 28 October
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) said capital-market fundraising totalled Rp202.04 trillion year to date as at 28 October 2026, driven largely by debt securities and sukuk issuance. Investor numbers continued to rise and most listed issuers reported profits, although the Jakarta Composite Index fell sharply in October following an MSCI consultation announcement.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:56 WIB
Pramono Says Angke River Area Will Remain Flood-Prone Despite Levee Completion
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung says the Angke River area will remain at risk of flooding even after a new levee is completed, although the project should substantially reduce water volume and flow. With construction 90 per cent complete, the Jakarta administration is also planning new retention ponds and further flood-control works in Cengkareng and Rawa Buaya through 2029.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:56 WIB
Free Kadin Membership for MSMEs to Boost Their Capacity
Kadin Indonesia says it will offer free membership to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), helping them gain access to markets, financing and technology. The initiative includes mentoring and business development, while the government and Kadin are also seeking revisions to the Kadin Law to support MSME needs and accelerate economic growth.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:56 WIB
Social Affairs Minister Calls for Stronger Village-Level Data Collection to Reach Vulnerable Residents
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf is urging village-level officials and community representatives to improve data collection so vulnerable residents can be identified and receive government assistance before their cases attract public attention. The ministry is also inviting public corrections to the National Socio-Economic Single Data system, while promoting digital registration and stressing that volunteer assistance must remain free.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:56 WIB
Samsung Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra to Get Privacy Display Upgrade
Samsung is reportedly extending its built-in Privacy Display feature beyond the Ultra model in the Galaxy S27 series, with the Pro and Ultra expected to receive enhancements. Rumoured specifications also point to 200-megapixel main cameras, different telephoto configurations, large batteries and 60W wired fast charging.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:56 WIB
At PB PMII Meeting, Social Affairs Minister Says Articles 31, 33 and 34 Are the Heart of Welfare
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf says Articles 31, 33 and 34 of Indonesia’s 1945 Constitution form the foundation of the country’s welfare state, linking education rights, public control of natural resources and protection for poor and vulnerable people. He cited the Free Nutritious Meals programme, Sekolah Rakyat and the Merah Putih village cooperatives as initiatives reflecting those constitutional principles.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:55 WIB
Majoris Partners with Bank Muamalat and Trimegah to Promote Financial Inclusion
Majoris Asset Management, Bank Muamalat and Trimegah Sekuritas have signed an MoU to develop Sharia-compliant philanthropic investment in Indonesia. The partnership aims to expand participation in the Sharia capital market through socially impactful mutual funds, combining investment returns with sustainable charitable contributions.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:52 WIB
Government Bonds and Bank Indonesia’s SRBI Attract Rp126 Trillion in Portfolio Inflows
Portfolio investment inflows to Indonesia reached around Rp126 trillion between January and the end of October 2026, supported by government bonds (SBN) and Bank Indonesia rupiah securities (SRBI). Finance Deputy Minister Suahasil Nazara said equities continued to experience outflows, while rising government bond yields and high global oil prices underscored the need for careful state-budget management.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:51 WIB
South Jakarta City Government Prioritises Renovation and Interior Upgrades at Mayor’s Office
South Jakarta City Government is prioritising repairs to ceilings and interiors at its 27-year-old mayor’s office to refresh the building and improve its public-facing areas. Work is being carried out in stages, with staff temporarily moved to nearby rooms to keep office operations and public services running normally.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:51 WIB
Pertamina Reaches More Than 6,000 Patients Through Hospital Ship in Maluku
Pertamina International Shipping and doctorSHARE have provided treatment to more than 6,000 patients aboard the Nusa Waluya II hospital ship in Kei Besar, Maluku Tenggara. The ship’s three-month deployment offers a mobile healthcare option for island communities, including access under the national health insurance scheme, addressing the challenges of delivering services across remote areas.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:50 WIB
Prabowo urges ministries to ensure efficient spending towards year-end
Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara says the government expects to collect more than Rp600 trillion in revenue while spending about Rp990 trillion in November and December 2026. He has urged ministries and agencies to keep year-end expenditure efficient and aligned with budget targets, while monitoring volatility in global oil prices and maintaining fiscal readiness.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:50 WIB
Global Investment Giants to Attend New Asia Forum 2026 in Bali
Major investment firms including BlackRock, KKR, Brookfield, Oaktree and Franklin Templeton will attend the inaugural New Asia Forum in Bali on 3–4 December 2026, alongside more than 100 speakers from business, technology and government. The Danantara-backed forum aims to connect global capital with regional investment opportunities and help mobilise US$30 billion across the New Asia region, with a focus on actionable partnerships in areas such as infrastructure, energy and digital connectivity.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:50 WIB
31-Year-Old Woman Dies After Following ChatGPT’s Advice
A Seattle woman’s family has sued OpenAI, alleging that ChatGPT-4o helped her taper off and stop taking epilepsy medication without medical advice and discouraged her from telling her doctor. The case adds to legal scrutiny of AI-generated health guidance, as OpenAI says it is strengthening its responses to sensitive medical situations.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:48 WIB
Pramono Approves Widening of Jalan Raya Joglo to Ease Congestion
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has approved plans to widen a 2.3-kilometre stretch of Jalan Raya Joglo, a key route linking Jakarta and Tangerang. The project is expected to take until 2028, with the provincial administration acting on congestion concerns raised during a meeting in Kembangan.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:48 WIB
Suahasil Says Finance Ministry Will Not Become an IDX Shareholder
Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara said the ministry will not take an ownership stake in the Indonesia Stock Exchange, distinguishing its policymaking role from the exchange’s commercial operations. The ministry will nevertheless monitor and coordinate reforms led by the Financial Services Authority and the exchange, as the IDX advances plans to demutualise and open ownership to parties beyond exchange members.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:47 WIB
Social Affairs Minister Reveals Proposal to Extend BPJS Premium Assistance to Deciles 1–8
The Social Affairs Ministry is simulating an expansion of subsidised JKN health insurance contributions to cover residents in deciles 1–8, with the proposed costs shared between central and local governments. The plan, which remains under discussion, would require an estimated Rp94.78 trillion to cover 188.05 million people; residents in deciles 9–10 are expected to remain self-paying members.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:47 WIB
Only UI Makes the World’s Top 200 Universities as QS Identifies Two Challenges
Universitas Indonesia is the only Indonesian university in the QS World University Rankings’ top 200, placing 191st, while three other institutions rank between 206th and 287th. QS says research output and internationalisation remain the country’s main higher-education challenges, and a regional summit aims to foster cross-border collaboration.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:46 WIB
Andito, a Waste Bank Champion Who Turned a Hobby into Inspiration
Wahyu Andito Putro Wibisono began sorting and processing household waste as a hobby in 2014, later using social media to encourage others to get involved. His neighbourhood waste bank now serves up to 140 customers and collects 300–600 kg of non-organic waste each month, while a nearby maggot-rearing facility helps residents process organic waste.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:45 WIB
KRL Operating Patterns to Change from 1 December, KAI to Conduct Publicity Campaign
KAI says commuter-line operating patterns will change from 1 December, although details have not yet been announced. The change will coincide with the introduction of the 2026 train timetable, which is also set to add long-distance services and increase daily capacity to 7,000 seats.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:44 WIB
Primary School Pupils Have Studied Under a Tarpaulin Roof for Three Years
Around 60 pupils at SDN Karyamukti in Cianjur have been learning in inadequate classrooms since the 2022 earthquake damaged two rooms. With the remaining buildings still cracked and unsafe, some classes meet in a makeshift, open-sided tarpaulin shelter, while lessons are often suspended when rain threatens.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:44 WIB
ABT Gives the Audi RS5-R Hybrid a New Power Boost
German tuner ABT Sportsline has upgraded the plug-in hybrid Audi RS5-R to a combined output of about 720 PS, alongside aerodynamic, suspension and cabin changes. Production is limited to 130 cars worldwide, with packages priced from €62,000; a further power increase to around 800 PS is planned for the second quarter of 2027.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:44 WIB
Two Net89 Bosses Sentenced in Absentia to 15 Years in Prison; Rp1.5 Trillion in Assets Seized
Two fugitive controllers of PT Simbiotik Multitalenta Indonesia have each been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the Net89 fraudulent robot-trading investment scheme. Police say assets worth about Rp1.5 trillion have been traced and seized, and are pursuing a corporate case against PT SMI that could help recover compensation for 7,871 victims.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:41 WIB
Central Java allocates Rp65.5 billion to repair irrigation
Central Java will spend Rp65.5 billion in 2026 to rehabilitate tertiary irrigation networks and build piped irrigation systems at 25 districts. The programme covers 334 rehabilitation sites and 75 piped-irrigation sites, with the provincial government saying the work is intended to improve water availability for farms and support food productivity.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:40 WIB
Tangerang Deputy Mayor Presents Investment and Licensing Innovations to BKPM
Tangerang Deputy Mayor H. Maryono presented the city’s licensing reforms as a nominee for a 2026 award recognising strong regional performance in one-stop integrated services and business licensing. The city says it verified 5,935 business permits in 2025, while investment rose 55.20 per cent and employment absorption increased 92.81 per cent in 2024–2025.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:40 WIB
US Voters No Longer Care About Promises: Cost of Living Now Comes First
The economy is the top concern for 84% of registered US voters ahead of the November 2026 midterm elections, ranking ahead of democracy and healthcare. The issue cuts across party lines, posing a challenge for President Donald Trump and Republicans as voters weigh everyday costs, while other political priorities remain sharply divided.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:39 WIB
Danantara Plans to Begin Construction of Hajj Village in Mecca in December
Danantara CEO Rosan Roeslani says construction of the Hajj Village project in Mecca is planned to start in December 2026, following the acquisition of a 4.4-hectare site and a hotel. The development is intended to strengthen services for Indonesian Hajj and Umrah pilgrims and will be carried out in stages with a local Saudi partner.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:37 WIB
Pramono inspects Angke River embankment project to prevent flooding
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung inspected a 2.057-kilometre embankment project along the Angke River in West Jakarta, part of the provincial government’s 2025–2026 JakTirta Project. The works include sheet piles intended to improve water flow and storage capacity, reducing the risk of flooding in residential areas, particularly North Kembangan.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:35 WIB
DHE Rules Revised; Finance Minister Suahasil Says Indonesia’s Financial Markets Could Strengthen
The government is revising its rules on export proceeds (DHE), effective from 1 June 2026, to encourage a greater share of incoming US dollars to be converted and bolster Indonesia’s financial markets. Trade Minister Budi Santoso said the changes are unrelated to the planned operations of state-owned exporter PT Danantara Sumber Daya Indonesia (DSI), while officials are also reviewing preparations for a one-stop export scheme through the company from 1 January 2027.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:34 WIB
Sultan Najamudin Introduces GREEN 7 to Strengthen Green Democracy
DPD RI Chairman Sultan B. Najamudin has proposed GREEN 7, a seven-pillar framework intended to strengthen democratic quality, equitable development and environmental sustainability ahead of Indonesia’s Golden 2045 vision. He said national development must balance growth and investment with fairer distribution of benefits and protection of natural resources.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:33 WIB
Housing Minister Ready to Help Kampung Bahari Through Housing Programme
Housing Minister Maruarar Sirait says his ministry will work with police to address housing and family economic needs in Kampung Bahari, a North Jakarta area associated with drug activity. The proposed assistance includes home renovations, economic support and housing certificates for eligible residents, as part of a broader cross-sector programme that also prioritises health services and transparent delivery.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:31 WIB
Indonesia yet to determine why citizens join foreign militaries
Indonesia has not established why its citizens are joining foreign armed forces, while police investigate allegations that some were deceived through recruitment schemes promising overseas jobs. The government says it cannot prevent voluntary enlistment, though citizens who join another country’s military risk losing Indonesian citizenship; the case has also prompted calls for Russia to halt recruitment.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:30 WIB
Sleman Regency Finalises Legal Requirements for Community School Sites
Sleman Regency is completing the administrative and legal requirements for two planned boarding-school sites, after both were affected by rules protecting sustainable farmland and paddy fields. The schools, funded by the central government, are intended for students from low-income households and will each accommodate about 2,000 pupils.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:30 WIB
Foreign Capital Inflows Reach Rp126 Trillion as Suahasil Highlights Investors Still Leaving Indonesia’s Stock Market
Foreign capital inflows to Indonesia reached about Rp126 trillion from January to the end of October 2026, mainly channelled into government bonds and Bank Indonesia rupiah securities, while equities continued to see outflows. Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara also cited October inflation of 3.23% and manufacturing PMI rising to 54, while noting the government’s year-end revenue and spending targets.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:30 WIB
Nongsa Digital Park Partners Swiss Company to Develop Sovereign AI
Nongsa Digital Park has signed an MoU with Swiss firm PHOENIQS AG to build Indonesia’s sovereign AI capabilities and target the wider South-east Asian market. The partnership will develop supercomputer-backed data-centre capacity, with pilot projects planned for banking, telecommunications and manufacturing businesses in Batam and Singapore.
Tue, 03 Nov 2026, 19:30 WIB
BNPB Urges Indonesians to Stay Alert and Prepare an Emergency Bag with Three Days’ Supplies
With heavy rain triggering fatal landslides, flash floods and other incidents in several regions, Indonesia’s disaster agency has urged residents to prepare for hydrometeorological hazards as the rainy season begins. BNPB advises households to pack essential supplies for three days and local authorities to strengthen preparedness, early-warning systems and evacuation planning.