Archive: 4 November 2026
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Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
Central Kalimantan and South Sumatra in Focus for Forest and Land Fire Response
Central Kalimantan and South Sumatra have become the government’s main priorities as hotspots and the area of land affected by forest and land fires rise sharply. The National Disaster Mitigation Agency is urging local governments to strengthen preparedness and is deploying aircraft for suppression, patrols and weather-modification operations.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:45 WIB
Clearing the Path to Power: Will Israel’s Opposition Embrace Arab Parties or the Haredim?
Israel’s opposition has failed to secure a majority in the Knesset, leaving it to choose between relying on Arab parties or persuading two ultra-Orthodox Haredi parties to leave Benjamin Netanyahu’s camp. Recent discussions suggest opposition leaders are more open to a coalition with the Haredim, despite their campaign opposition to exemptions from military service for religious students.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:44 WIB
Creative Economy Ministry selects two Indonesian cities for 2027 UNESCO Creative Cities Network bid
Indonesia has selected Bantul Regency and Padang City as its candidates for the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in 2027, in the crafts and folk art, and gastronomy categories respectively. The government says the nominations should generate tangible local economic benefits, including jobs and greater contributions to regional output, and will help the candidates secure international endorsements.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:43 WIB
Oegroseno Urges Police to Identify Who Ordered Former National Police Chief to Conduct Surveillance
Former deputy National Police chief Oegroseno has urged the police to identify the person who allegedly ordered former chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo to conduct illegal surveillance of President Prabowo Subianto and other national figures. He also called for investigators to establish whether the alleged wiretapping began before 2025, citing claims that senior police officers’ phones were monitored.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:42 WIB
Bodies of Mother and Child Murder Victims in Madiun Handed Over to Family
East Java Police have handed over the remains of Dini Hardiyanti and her four-year-old child after DNA testing identified bone fragments recovered during the investigation. The family thanked police for resolving the case and will take the bodies to Bogor for burial; the suspect faces charges of premeditated murder carrying the death penalty, life imprisonment or up to 20 years in prison.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:41 WIB
Spanish PM Says US Voters Reject Politics Fuelled by Poverty and Hatred
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said US voters had rejected policies that foster hatred, sexism and climate-change denial, and argued that the far-right wave was losing momentum. He predicted a similar political shift in Spain ahead of an election scheduled for 29 November, while US midterm results were still being counted.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:40 WIB
Democrats Make History in Texas, Take Governorship and Senate Seat from Trump’s Party
Democrats have won Texas’s governorship and a US Senate seat, ending decades of Republican dominance and delivering a setback to Donald Trump’s party. The results point to changing voter demographics and discontent over living costs and immigration enforcement, and could make Texas a key battleground ahead of the 2028 presidential election.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:40 WIB
New Pandemic Threat Emerges, Researchers Say It Could Be More Deadly
An investigation reports that H5N1 has spread at a Utah mink farm since August, while local authorities have declined to isolate infected animals or test and trace workers. Scientists warn that mink could enable dangerous viral mutations, and say the response risks putting commercial interests ahead of public health.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:38 WIB
Indonesia’s Manufacturing PMI Hits Highest Level Since March 2024
Indonesia’s manufacturing PMI rose to 54.0 in October, up from 52.4 in September and its highest reading since March 2024, driven by stronger new orders and export demand. The government says it will support domestic demand, industrial competitiveness and investment to sustain growth and job creation, while remaining alert to global and geopolitical risks; the country also recorded a US$3.36 billion trade surplus in September.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:38 WIB
Brimob Patrol Arrests Five People Suspected of Involvement in East Jakarta Brawl
A joint Brimob and East Jakarta police patrol arrested five people suspected of taking part in a brawl in Kramat Jati, seizing a golf club, three mobile phones and two motorcycles. Police said the patrols aim to prevent crime and maintain public safety, and urged parents to monitor young people, particularly at night.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:37 WIB
Six Basarnas divers assist in evacuation after helicopter crashes while fighting Central Kalimantan forest fires
Basarnas deployed six trained divers to help evacuate the crew of a helicopter that crashed into a river while collecting water for fire-fighting operations in Central Kalimantan. One crew member has died and five others survived; the helicopter’s recovery had not been officially reported at the time of publication.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:36 WIB
PGE ready to make Indonesia a global geothermal leader
Pertamina Geothermal Energy says it is targeting 1 gigawatt of installed capacity by 2028 and 1.8GW by 2033, backed by 12 development projects totalling 320 megawatts. The company is accelerating five projects with combined capacity of 105MW, saying Indonesia has ample geothermal resources and government support to become a global geothermal hub.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:36 WIB
Jakarta Finalises New Scheme for BPJS Health Subsidy Recipients
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung says the city is finalising a revised scheme for recipients of BPJS Health’s Contribution Assistance programme (PBI-JK), which will be presented to the Jakarta Regional House of Representatives and relevant agencies before being made public. Under a national proposal, subsidy financing for people in social-economic deciles 1–8 would be shared between central, provincial and regency/city governments, although the plan remains under simulation and discussion.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:35 WIB
Baznas Partners with Adinkes to Improve Healthcare for Indonesia’s Low-Income Families
Indonesia’s National Zakat Agency (Baznas) and the Association of Indonesian Health Offices (Adinkes) are working together to improve healthcare access for disadvantaged families, including efforts to prevent and control AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria. The partnership will combine health-office services and data with zakat funding and Baznas’ community networks to support treatment and help families avoid falling into poverty.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:35 WIB
Jakarta–Medan Airfares Reach Rp2.4 Million, with These Baggage Allowances
One-way fares from Jakarta to Medan in the lead-up to Christmas and New Year 2026 range from about Rp2.2 million to Rp2.6 million, while the cheapest return fares observed push a round trip to at least Rp4.36 million. The article compares airlines’ fares, schedules and checked baggage allowances, noting that prices vary by departure date and may exclude add-on services.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:34 WIB
Deputy Home Affairs Minister Urges Local Governments and Islamic Boarding Schools to Work Together to Tackle TB
Deputy Home Affairs Minister Akhmad Wiyagus has called for closer cooperation between central and local governments and Islamic boarding schools to accelerate tuberculosis prevention and control. He urged local authorities to include TB programmes in development plans and budgets, highlighting Deli Serdang’s TB-alert villages and the importance of reaching communal education settings.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:34 WIB
Ombudsman Urges Stronger Regional Disaster Agencies and Coordination in Disaster Response
Indonesia’s Ombudsman has urged regional governments to strengthen Regional Disaster Management Agencies (BPBDs), provide adequate funding and improve coordination with the national agency, BNPB. Monitoring in nine provinces found limited local response capacity and weak inter-agency links could delay disaster response, including during forest and land fires.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:33 WIB
Bengkulu Provincial Government to Require CPO Origin Labels in Distribution Chain
Bengkulu will require shipments of crude palm oil produced in the province to identify Bengkulu as their origin from December 2026. The policy is intended to improve export and economic statistics, strengthen the province’s case for palm oil revenue-sharing funds, and support claims for infrastructure financing.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:33 WIB
Singapore Tightens Haze Law, Introducing Arrest Powers and Heavier Fines
Singapore’s Parliament is considering tougher measures against companies linked to transboundary haze, including making offences arrestable and increasing maximum fines tenfold. The proposed changes also expand investigative powers and allow restrictions such as limits on financial services, following public anger over pollution from Indonesian forest and land fires.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:33 WIB
Economist: Rising Raw Material Imports Reflect Industrial Activity
Economist Yusuf Rendy Manilet says the rise in imports of raw materials and auxiliary goods points to continued domestic industrial activity, but its economic benefit depends on whether manufacturers can turn them into higher-value, export-oriented products. With imports growing much faster than exports, Indonesia’s trade surplus narrowed sharply in January–September 2026, potentially weakening its external buffer and making the rupiah more vulnerable to global shocks.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:32 WIB
Listyo Sigit and Others Accused of Tapping Prabowo; Yusril Says There Are Signs of Treason
Indonesia’s police have named three people as suspects in an alleged illegal interception targeting President Prabowo Subianto, while Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra says the investigation has uncovered indications of treason. Investigators initially secured evidence relating to alleged interception offences and are now examining the motive and intended purpose of the operation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:32 WIB
Communications Ministry Follows Up Report of Illegal Access to Fore Coffee Customer Data
The Communications and Digital Ministry is investigating a report that customer data held by Fore Coffee was accessed illegally, after the company notified it of the incident. The breach may have affected about 5.7 million accounts; any administrative sanctions will depend on the findings of the investigation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:31 WIB
Rebuilt after the Earthquake, Pemenang Market Revives the Economies of Five Villages
Pemenang Market in North Lombok, rebuilt after the devastating 2018 earthquake, has become a shared trading hub supporting small businesses across five villages. Local and Australian-backed initiatives have paired economic recovery—particularly for women entrepreneurs—with disaster preparedness and coordinated risk management.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:30 WIB
Global Investment Giants Managing Trillions of Dollars to Attend New Asia Forum 2026
The inaugural New Asia Forum will convene major global investors, corporate leaders and political figures in Bali on 3–4 December 2026. The event aims to mobilise an estimated US$30 billion in regional investment through targeted investor engagements, while Danantara Indonesia seeks to connect international capital with local opportunities and strengthen Indonesia’s standing as a long-term investment destination.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:28 WIB
Nusron Wahid Speaks After Five-Hour KPK Questioning, Cites Permission for Overseas Travel
Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning Minister Nusron Wahid was questioned by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) for about five and a half hours as a witness in an alleged bribery case involving land-use rights for a Summarecon site in Bogor. He said his previous overseas official travel had been formally authorised, while the KPK said he attended on his own initiative after missing two earlier summonses.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:28 WIB
Some 33.2 million families to receive 30 kg of free rice aid, minister says
The government will provide 33.2 million low-income families with 30 kilograms of rice each, covering October to December, with the three-month allocation distributed in a lump sum. In South Sumatra, 961,987 recipients are set to receive a combined 28,859 tonnes, while Bulog says it is working to ensure the aid is delivered smoothly and reaches those in need.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:28 WIB
Mass Rallies in Iran Protest Foreign Arrogance
Large demonstrations took place across Iran to mark Anti-Arrogance Day and condemn what organisers described as US hostility towards the country. The annual observance commemorates the 1979 takeover of the US Embassy in Tehran and was held at more than 900 locations, with organisers highlighting national unity and sovereignty.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:27 WIB
Democrats Take Control of US Congress, Threatening to Stall Trump’s Agenda
Democrats are projected to take control of both chambers of Congress after making historic gains in traditionally Republican states, potentially limiting President Donald Trump’s ability to advance legislation and opening the door to congressional investigations. Voters’ concerns about inflation, fuel prices and tariffs appear to have contributed to the shift, while the election was also marked by voting-machine problems and disputes over federal election monitoring.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:27 WIB
Riau Deputy Police Chief Meets Inhil Fishermen, Urges Action Against Drugs and Promotes Green Policing
Riau Deputy Police Chief Brigadier General Simson Zet Ringu met fishermen in Indragiri Hilir, distributing six boat engines and encouraging them to help prevent drug trafficking in the coastal region. The visit also promoted the police’s Green Policing programme through tree planting, alongside guidance to officers on professionalism, public service and the fight against narcotics.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:27 WIB
UB Bestari Saintek Team Turns Poultry Waste into Organic Fertiliser
A Universitas Brawijaya team is converting chicken-farm waste in Lamongan into organic fertiliser as part of a circular-economy initiative linking livestock farmers, processors and crop growers. The Living Lab project also aims to refine the fertiliser with biochar and beneficial microorganisms, with product quality tested in the university’s soil chemistry laboratory.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:27 WIB
EV Owners Take Note: Insurers Cover These Types of Claims
Oona Insurance Indonesia says EV claims can be more expensive than those for conventional cars, particularly when the battery is damaged and must be replaced in full. Its chief executive cited three battery-damage cases and argued that premiums for electric vehicles should be higher, although current OJK rules apply the same rates to EVs and petrol-powered cars.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:26 WIB
MP to Collaborate with Local Governments to Develop Riau Tourist Destinations
Hendry Munief, a member of the House of Representatives’ Commission VII, says he is ready to work with Riau’s local governments to promote tourism destinations and events for national recognition. Officials in Bengkalis acknowledged that local promotion remains limited and called for stronger marketing and capacity-building for tourism businesses, MSMEs and the creative economy.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:26 WIB
14 Geothermal Fields Put Up for Tender: Will PGEO Join?
Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGEO) is assessing whether to bid for any of the 14 geothermal working areas opened by the Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry, weighing resource potential and economic viability against its growth strategy. The tender targets a combined capacity of 732 MW and is part of efforts to accelerate renewable energy development and simplify geothermal licensing.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:26 WIB
Democrats Suspect They Were Also Targeted by Illegal Wiretapping by Listyo and Others
Democratic Party secretary-general Herman Khaeron suspects the party may have been illegally wiretapped, following police allegations that former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo and two others tapped President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures. Khaeron urged investigators to establish who ordered the surveillance and why, and called for a transparent investigation into what he described as a serious crime.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:25 WIB
PGE Seeks to Sign New Electricity Sales Agreement with PLN by Year-End
Pertamina Geothermal Energy expects to sign a new power purchase agreement with PLN in December 2026, following agreement on the substantive terms and a final legal review. The deal would support 45 MW of cogeneration projects in Lampung and North Sulawesi, with construction targeted to begin in early 2027 and commercial operations expected in 2028.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:25 WIB
Jakarta Perbasasi and JALIN Encourage Teenagers to Lead Healthy Lives Through Baseball5
Jakarta’s baseball and softball association and the JALIN Foundation are partnering to promote healthy lifestyles and resilience among teenagers through the Jakarta Baseball Softball Classic – Baseball5, scheduled for 6–8 November 2026. The initiative also aims to help boys pursue their aspirations and resist peer pressure, including pressure to smoke or use vapes.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:25 WIB
Central Java Governor Seeks Workers’ and Employers’ Views on 2027 Minimum Wages
Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi is consulting unions, workers and employers as the province prepares to set its 2027 provincial and regency/municipal minimum wages. Labour representatives have urged wage decisions to reflect decent living needs and called for wider sectoral wage coverage, while also raising concerns over short-term contracts and age limits in recruitment.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:24 WIB
ASDP strengthens ferry safety ahead of Christmas and New Year travel period
PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry is strengthening vessel and crew safety preparations for the 2026/2027 Christmas and New Year period, with 224 ships assigned across 37 ports and safety checks, training and digital monitoring in place. The company forecasts 3.7 million passengers and 982,000 vehicles, while the Transport Ministry plans seaworthiness inspections of 2,140 vessels, including 460 Ro-Ro ferries.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:24 WIB
Indonesia to Present Just Climate Change Control Bill at COP31
Indonesia plans to present its legislative response to climate change at COP31 in Türkiye, including a proposed Just Climate Change Control Bill, alongside renewable energy and electricity legislation. The delegation will also highlight a target for renewables to supply 70 per cent of the national energy and electricity mix by 2045, waste-to-energy initiatives and the country’s blue carbon reserves.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:24 WIB
Sultan HB X Speaks Out on Controversy over Taxing Barbers and Massage Therapists
Yogyakarta Governor Sri Sultan Hamengku Buwono X said taxation should be applied proportionately and not indiscriminately to workers such as barbers and massage therapists, as the province reviews its regional tax and levy regulations. The MSME Minister said microbusinesses earning up to Rp500 million a year are exempt, while businesses with annual turnover up to Rp4.8 billion qualify for a 0.5% tax rate; he said enforcement concerns larger firms splitting companies to claim small-business incentives.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:23 WIB
JCI rises as investors respond positively to US midterm election results
The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) closed 0.32% higher, reversing earlier losses as global investors welcomed the US midterm election outcome. Analysts said hopes for changes to fiscal and trade policy, interest rates and geopolitical relations supported risk appetite, while the rupiah weakened slightly and gold prices rose.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:22 WIB
Shopee and Anteraja Send 31 Selected Couriers on Umrah Pilgrimage Through SATRIA 2026
Shopee and Anteraja have given 31 of the delivery company’s couriers the opportunity to perform Umrah in November 2026, up from 24 couriers in the previous year. The annual SATRIA programme recognises high-performing couriers and forms part of the partners’ broader collaboration, which also includes efforts to expand Indonesian products’ access to export markets.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:21 WIB
Researcher: Coal Export Duty More Targeted Than Retail Taxes
Sustain researcher Adila Isfandiari says a coal export duty would be a better way to address Indonesia’s projected budget deficit than higher taxes on retail goods, which could weaken household purchasing power. Sustain estimates the duty could raise up to Rp97.40 trillion annually and urges the government to introduce a progressive tariff as it revises the 2026 state budget outlook.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:21 WIB
Hasto Urges UBK Students to Adopt a Geopolitical Perspective and Defend National Interests Globally
PDIP secretary-general Hasto Kristiyanto urged students and Generation Z to study Soekarno’s geopolitical ideas, linking national interests to Indonesia’s history, geography, economic strategy and people’s lived realities. He said young people need to connect local social conditions with national and global perspectives, as part of a vision of Indonesia as a leading maritime power spanning the Indian and Pacific Oceans.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:21 WIB
BRI Recognises 35 Journalists Awarded Postgraduate Scholarships through BRI Fellowship Journalism 2026
BRI has recognised 35 journalists who received postgraduate scholarships under its BRI Fellowship Journalism 2026 programme, marking the end of a scheme supporting their Master’s studies. The bank says the initiative, part of its social and environmental responsibility programme, aims to strengthen journalists’ skills and contribute to higher-quality journalism.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:20 WIB
Ombudsman: Alleged Surveillance of the President Raises Fundamental Issues for the State
Indonesia’s Ombudsman says alleged surveillance carried out without proper procedures against the President and other public figures raises fundamental concerns about national security, institutional integrity and public trust in law enforcement. It has called for a comprehensive review of police surveillance procedures and oversight, arguing that the incident should prompt institutional reform as well as legal action.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:20 WIB
Video: Listyo Sigit’s Wealth Under Scrutiny as SIA Passenger Data Leaks
The report says National Police Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo has drawn attention amid allegations that police officers were involved in wiretapping President Prabowo Subianto, prompting renewed interest in his declared wealth. Separately, around 46,000 Singapore Airlines customer booking records were affected by a data breach involving travel technology firm Amadeus.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:20 WIB
Global Minimum Tax Revenue Is Small, but Here’s Why the DGT Still Wants to Collect It
The Directorate General of Taxes says Indonesia will continue implementing the global minimum tax despite IMF criticism that its revenue gains may be overstated relative to the administrative burden. Indonesia, which introduced the measure in 2025, argues that even modest additional tax receipts are worthwhile and that the policy helps prevent countries from competing to offer negligible tax rates.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:18 WIB
LRT Jabodebek Ridership Grows 17.6%, Supporting Mobility Across the Region
LRT Jabodebek carried 27.69 million passengers between January and October 2026, up 17.6% from the same period a year earlier. October ridership reached nearly 3 million, with Dukuh Atas BSI and Harjamukti among the busiest stations, underscoring the importance of transport integration in the Jakarta metropolitan area.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:18 WIB
Ombudsman urges regions not to overlook education in disaster response
Ombudsman RI found that local government responses to schooling during forest and land fires varied widely, with some areas maintaining normal classes despite hazardous smoke. It warned that treating education as business as usual can endanger students’ health and cause prolonged learning loss, and urged authorities to prioritise education alongside other disaster impacts.