Archive: 4 November 2026
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Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:13 WIB
Nusa Mandiri University Professional Certification Body Undergoes BNSP Relicensing to Ensure Certification Quality
Nusa Mandiri University’s Professional Certification Body has undergone a relicensing assessment by Indonesia’s National Professional Certification Agency (BNSP), including reviews of its documentation, quality management system and certification procedures. The process is intended to maintain nationally compliant certification standards, with BNSP to issue its formal licensing decision in accordance with the applicable rules.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:13 WIB
Natuna Regency Offers Three Potential Sites for Garuda School
Natuna Regency has identified three possible sites on Bunguran Besar Island for a proposed Garuda Senior High School, part of the national programme to develop high-achieving students in science and technology. The local government says the plots meet basic size and accessibility requirements, but is awaiting the central government’s decision on whether Natuna will be selected.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:12 WIB
Rail Safety Cable Thieves in Tanah Abang Sentenced to Two Years in Prison
Two defendants convicted of stealing rail-bonding cables in Central Jakarta have been sentenced to two years in prison, according to KAI’s Jakarta operating division. KAI says cable theft can disrupt signalling and railway operations and put passenger safety at risk; a separate case involving a damaged track-detection cable in Bekasi is also proceeding through the courts.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:11 WIB
Agriculture Ministry speeds up egg procurement, prioritising micro-scale farmers
The Agriculture Ministry is accelerating the procurement of eggs through state-owned Bulog and ID FOOD, with micro- and small-scale farmers, particularly cooperative members, given priority. Each state food enterprise has allocated Rp15 billion to buy eggs in areas facing price pressure, aiming to support farmers’ incomes and improve producer prices.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:11 WIB
Alas Roban Forest Fire Spreads Across 3 Hectares as Batang Regency Moves Quickly to Extinguish Blaze
A fire in the Perhutani-owned Alas Roban forest in Batang Regency burned about three hectares before firefighters brought it under control. Crews faced steep terrain and had to tackle the flames manually; no casualties or damage to buildings were reported, and the cause is under investigation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:10 WIB
PGEO Studies Supplying Electricity to Data Centres: The Latest
Pertamina Geothermal Energy (PGEO) has completed the technology assessment for a 5-megawatt pilot data centre at its Kamojang geothermal field and is now examining commercial and regulatory requirements. The project aims to supply a data centre directly with geothermal electricity, potentially creating Indonesia’s first facility powered directly by green energy from its generating source, subject to environmental approvals, supply assessments and securing an offtaker.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:09 WIB
Witness Says Baby Was Shivering Before Stepfather Drowned Him in South Jakarta Toilet
A witness said a baby appeared weak and was shivering after being seen with his stepfather at a public toilet in Kebayoran Lama, shortly before the child was allegedly drowned. The baby’s mother and stepfather have been named suspects; police say witness suspicions about cries from the toilet helped uncover the case.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:09 WIB
Tourism Minister Says Fashion Diplomacy Can Broaden Cross-Cultural Understanding
Tourism Minister Widiyanti Putri Wardhana says fashion events can celebrate diversity, deepen cross-cultural understanding and strengthen ties among Southeast Asian countries. The region’s designers will feature in the Southeast Asian Fashion Parade, while a textile and kebaya exhibition at the National Museum of Indonesia runs until 8 January 2027.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:08 WIB
DPD RI Awards Expert Praises Candidates for Developing Regional Potential
DPD RI Awards expert Agustin Teras Narang praised this year’s candidates for their innovation and commitment to strengthening regional potential, with 50 finalists selected from 1,112 applicants. The awards aim to recognise local leaders across four fields and raise their contributions to national prominence.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:08 WIB
Rumah Zakat Opens Refreshment Station at Monas for Launch of Palestine Solidarity Month
Rumah Zakat supported the launch of Palestine Solidarity Month at Jakarta’s National Monument by providing refreshments for around 1,000 humanitarian volunteers. The initiative aimed to help volunteers cope with the heat and highlighted public solidarity with the Palestinian people.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:08 WIB
Germany Faces Difficult Mission to Find a Permanent Repository for Nuclear Waste
Germany has narrowed the search for a permanent repository for high-level radioactive waste to five per cent of its territory, spread across 11 of its 16 states, with a decision targeted for 2050. The long-term safety requirements and public trust remain major challenges, while costs have already reached about €1.4 billion annually and the eventual facility is estimated to cost around €14 billion.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:07 WIB
Democrats Defeat Republicans in US Midterm Elections, Taking Control of House and Senate
Democrats have won control of both chambers of Congress after a string of victories in states long dominated by Republicans, dealing a major blow to President Donald Trump. The results will allow Democrats to block parts of Trump’s agenda and investigate his administration, while reflecting shifts among Black and Hispanic voters and setbacks for Republican redistricting efforts.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:06 WIB
Local Governments and Islamic Boarding Schools Urged to Work Together to Speed Up TB Prevention; Deputy Home Affairs Minister Wiyagus Calls for a Planned Approach
Deputy Home Affairs Minister Akhmad Wiyagus has urged central and local governments to collaborate with Islamic boarding schools to strengthen tuberculosis prevention, given the close communal living conditions in pesantren. He said local authorities should incorporate TB programmes into development plans, provide sustainable funding and coordinate delivery through local administrations and health centres.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:06 WIB
Health Ministry: Air Pollution in Palangka Raya and Kotim Reaches Hazardous Levels
Indonesia’s Health Ministry says air quality in Palangka Raya and East Kotawaringin regency, Central Kalimantan, has reached hazardous levels amid smoke from forest and land fires. It urged continued vigilance, particularly to protect vulnerable groups, despite a recent downward trend in acute respiratory infection cases in the province.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:04 WIB
Acting MPR Secretary-General Calls for Stronger Staff Integrity Through SIMPATIK
The MPR Secretariat-General says all 418 of its employees have completed declarations of personal interests through the SIMPATIK application, a measure intended to identify and manage potential conflicts of interest. Acting Secretary-General Heri Herawan urged staff to keep declarations accurate and up to date, and called for sustained implementation, including clear reward and sanction mechanisms.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:03 WIB
Hospital Patient Accused of Sexually Harassing Nurse in Bantul Named as Suspect
Police in Sewon, Bantul, have named a 57-year-old male patient as a suspect in the alleged sexual harassment of a nurse at a local hospital. Investigators say they have obtained at least two valid pieces of evidence and are continuing the investigation and preparing the case file.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:03 WIB
BBTNBBS Ready to Take Firm Action Against New Land Clearing in Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park
The Bukit Barisan Selatan National Park authority says it will not tolerate any further land clearing, after encroachment affected about 40,000 hectares, largely planted with robusta coffee. Officials have also acted against a separate 40-hectare clearing in Bengkulu intended for oil palm, with four suspects named; the authority says enforcement should deter further incursions and enable ecosystem restoration.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:03 WIB
Local Metal Furniture Competition: Price and Durability Are Key
Importa is expanding its range of stylish, functional metal furniture, with affordability and innovation central to its strategy. Founder and CEO Nizar Bawazier says the company is focused on Indonesia while also exploring opportunities in ASEAN amid economic uncertainty and the challenge of reaching global markets.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:03 WIB
UNM Students Qualify for 39th PIMNAS at UNDIP in Traditional Betawi Dress
A team from Universitas Nusa Mandiri is taking part in the 39th National Student Scientific Week (PIMNAS) at Diponegoro University, where its delegation appeared in traditional Betawi attire. The team is competing alongside 420 teams from 100 universities, and UNM says its participation supports student research, innovation and cultural awareness.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:02 WIB
Could AI Trigger Human Extinction? Former OpenAI Employee Issues Warning
Former employees of leading AI companies warned New York City lawmakers that advanced systems may outpace safety measures and could ultimately escape human control. Their testimony comes as officials consider local oversight, while company representatives defend safety efforts and reports raise separate concerns about OpenAI’s internal security practices.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:02 WIB
East Java Baznas Provides Various Forms of Assistance to Probolinggo Residents
East Java’s National Zakat Agency (Baznas) has distributed cash, business support, housing repairs, health assistance and scholarships to residents of Probolinggo Regency. The programme, delivered through the provincial government’s Sapa Bansos initiative, aims both to meet immediate needs and to strengthen economic independence, housing and access to education.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:02 WIB
Sarana Jaya strengthens corporate governance through partnership with BPKP
Jakarta property developer Sarana Jaya is working with the DKI Jakarta representative office of Indonesia’s Financial and Development Supervisory Agency (BPKP) on governance assessments, performance evaluations and investigative audits. The company says the independent reviews will support more effective management, internal oversight and risk controls, while its supervisory board has pledged to ensure recommendations lead to continued improvements.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:01 WIB
Salatiga Company Finds Success with Ube Powder, Reaching Markets in the Netherlands and US
Salatiga-based food producer Adarasa has grown from a home-made sour-candy business into an exporter of natural-ingredient products, including coconut sugar and purple yam (ube) powder, to markets in Europe, Asia and the United States. BCA has supported its working capital, production upgrades and export development, while the bank reported UKM lending of Rp149.2 trillion as of September 2026.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:00 WIB
Which Country Has the World’s Highest Share of Tertiary-Educated Adults — and Is Indonesia Included?
Ireland leads a comparison of 43 countries, with 57% of adults aged 25–64 holding at least a bachelor’s degree, while Indonesia ranks third from bottom at 10%. The figures highlight Indonesia’s challenge in widening access to higher education, although the comparison uses data from different years and excludes short-cycle tertiary qualifications.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 18:00 WIB
Industry and University Strengthen Digital Talent Skills
Sivali Cloud Technology and Telkom University’s Faculty of Industrial Engineering have partnered to bring industry-used technologies into university learning. Through Ubuntu training and certification and a wider programme of academic-industry collaboration, the initiative aims to equip students with skills in cloud computing and open-source technology.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:58 WIB
Government Strengthens Migrant Worker Placement KUR to Support SMK Go Global Programme
The government is coordinating with banks and other institutions to expand the distribution of subsidised loans for prospective Indonesian migrant workers, including participants in the SMK Go Global programme. Officials say the financing should cover placement costs and help prevent workers from turning to illegal, high-interest lenders; the programme aims to train 40,000 participants by the end of 2026.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:57 WIB
SUN Develops Green Mining Ecosystem in East Kalimantan
Energy and electrification solutions provider SUN plans to develop power generation capacity of up to 80 MW, 160 MWh of battery storage and a fleet of more than 1,000 electric vehicles for mining operations in East Kalimantan. The project, launched with a groundbreaking on 30 October 2026, will combine renewable energy, charging infrastructure and fleet management, with an ‘Electrification as a Service’ model intended to reduce upfront investment for mining companies.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:57 WIB
LPPOM’s Halal Connect Opens Global Market Opportunities for SMEs
LPPOM has launched Halal Connect 2026 to build an integrated halal business ecosystem and help Indonesian micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) become more competitive globally. The event also announced support for halal certification for 1,050 businesses, while industry and government participants discussed partnerships, financing and fairer access for MSMEs.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:57 WIB
Red and White Fishermen’s Co-operative in East Lombok Faces Delays over 5–10 GT Boats
The Red and White Fishermen’s Co-operative in Ekas Buana, East Lombok, is operating below capacity because it lacks fishing boats, despite its cold storage, kiosk and boat workshop being functional. East Lombok Regional Secretary Muhammad Juaini Taofik said the ministry had promised boats of 5–10 gross tonnes and urged fishers to be patient while the assistance is processed.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:56 WIB
Pertamina Acquires Moeve’s Interest in Algeria’s Berkine Basin
Pertamina, through its Algerian affiliate, has agreed to acquire Moeve’s participating interests in three onshore hydrocarbon fields in the Berkine Basin. The transaction remains subject to completion procedures, including approval from Algerian authorities, and is intended to strengthen Pertamina’s international upstream portfolio and support Indonesian energy supply.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:55 WIB
The Motive Behind the Listyo Case
The article questions who may have ordered former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo to carry out alleged illegal surveillance, after investigators named him and two other senior officers as suspects. It reviews Listyo’s career and professional ties to former president Joko Widodo, while stressing that those connections do not prove political patronage and noting the alleged surveillance took place under President Prabowo Subianto.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:55 WIB
Pramono Tells Civil Servants to Maintain Professionalism: They Cannot Post Whatever They Like on Social Media
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has reminded provincial civil servants to use social media responsibly and remain professional while on duty, while stressing that this does not diminish their democratic rights. The remarks came as he inaugurated 3,418 civil servant candidates as permanent civil servants, and he said he expects them to provide the public with the best possible service.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:55 WIB
How the Health Ministry Is Breaking the Chain of TB Transmission at Islamic Boarding Schools
Indonesia’s Health Ministry has launched a nationwide programme to detect and prevent tuberculosis in Islamic boarding schools, integrating screening with its free health-check service. The government aims to raise national case detection by 90% in 2026 and plans to expand the model across the country, with suspected cases referred for free treatment.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:55 WIB
Baznas and OIC Youth explore cooperation on zakat diplomacy
Baznas is open to working with OIC Youth on programmes to use zakat funds and empower beneficiaries, including through an international youth policy dialogue planned for December 2026. The proposed partnership would promote Indonesia’s community-based zakat model internationally and build networks to mobilise zakat, while the dialogue is expected to address inclusive finance and sustainable energy.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:54 WIB
Lampung prepares tax incentives for investors in Integrated Tourism Zone
Lampung is preparing tax breaks, including a possible permanent 50 per cent discount, to attract investment in an Integrated Tourism Zone planned across three districts. The provincial government says the scheme is covered by a regional regulation and aims to develop the area into a tourism Special Economic Zone within two to three years.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:54 WIB
Illegal Structures in Tanjung Priok’s Kampung Bahari Demolished to Prevent Drug Trafficking
Authorities demolished 30 illegal structures along the railway in Kampung Bahari, North Jakarta, deploying 530 joint personnel. The operation was presented as an effort to prevent drug trafficking in the area.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:52 WIB
West Java and North Sumatra Forge Strategic Partnership on Public Services and Digitalisation
The West Java and North Sumatra provincial governments are pursuing practical cooperation to improve public services, accelerate bureaucratic reform and digitise government. Officials said the provinces would share best practices and combine their respective strengths, with the agreement intended to produce tangible benefits for residents rather than remain a formality.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:52 WIB
Searah Ketapang steps up gas production to support East Java’s energy supply
Searah Ketapang II is advancing development and exploration across its East Java oil and gas fields to sustain energy supplies and bolster national energy security. Projects include the Bukit Tua and Bukit Panjang fields, with Bukit Panjang targeting first production in 2028 and peak output of 50 million standard cubic feet of gas a day.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:51 WIB
Pramono says size of SMI loan still under discussion
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo says the provincial government has yet to determine how much it will borrow from state-owned infrastructure financier PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (SMI). The loan, alongside outstanding revenue-sharing funds (DBH), is being considered as an alternative way to finance infrastructure projects while a planned bond issue awaits central government approval.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:51 WIB
Legal Expert Warns of Key Issue in Trial Involving Former Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes Febrie Adriansyah
A legal expert says prosecutors face a heightened burden to establish a direct, valid evidentiary link between funds handled by witness Ferry Yanto Hongkiriwang and former deputy attorney general Febrie Adriansyah. In court, Ferry acknowledged control of several substantial sums but denied that any of the money went to Adriansyah, potentially undermining a central part of the prosecution’s case.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:51 WIB
Spain’s Transport Minister Resigns After Train Crash Kills Dozens
Transport Minister Óscar Puente has resigned six days after a high-speed rail collision killed at least 69 people, following mounting pressure from opposition parties and government allies. The crash has become a major political issue ahead of Spain’s snap election, while leaked recordings of control-centre conversations raise questions about safety procedures and the response to signalling failures.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:50 WIB
SUSTAIN: Coal Export Duty a Fair Solution to Plug Budget Deficit
SUSTAIN says a progressive coal export duty could raise an estimated Rp97.4 trillion annually, almost twice the government’s reported Rp50 trillion revenue target to address the budget shortfall. The group argues that taxing coal exports would be fairer and less damaging to household purchasing power than expanding taxes on retail goods, and urges the government to adopt a progressive tariff and direct the proceeds to priority spending and social protection.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:50 WIB
Macroeconomic Celebration, Micro-Level Strain
Indonesia’s headline indicators show falling poverty and steady growth, but households face thinning financial buffers amid insecure work, rising food costs and frequent disasters. The article argues for stronger social protection, better-targeted unemployment support, reliable food-price stability and community-based disaster preparedness to prevent vulnerable families from slipping into poverty.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:50 WIB
After Disaster Preparedness Assembly, East Java Police Chief Strengthens Cooperation and Receives Marine Corps Badge
East Java Police Chief Inspector-General Dekananto Eko Purwono met the commander of Marine Force 2 to strengthen coordination between the police and the Indonesian military. Their discussions focused on security and preparedness for hydrometeorological disasters, while the police chief and his deputy were awarded Marine Corps Cavalry badges as a mark of institutional ties.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:50 WIB
East Java Police Chief Strengthens TNI–Police Cooperation to Prepare for Natural Disasters
East Java Police Chief Dekananto Eko Purwono met the commander of Marine Force 2 to strengthen coordination on public security and disaster preparedness. The officials highlighted the need for personnel, equipment and inter-agency cooperation to respond effectively to potential hydrometeorological disasters in the province.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:50 WIB
Mayday! European Inflation Hits 4% as Central Bank Readies to Act
Eurozone inflation rose to 4% in October, its highest level in three years, as energy prices surged amid the US war in Iran. The increase is raising expectations that the European Central Bank could resume interest-rate rises in December, although energy costs have yet to produce significant wider effects on inflation.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:49 WIB
A Degree Is Not Enough: IEP 3+1 as Gen Z’s Weapon in the World of Work
Universitas Nusa Mandiri’s dean argues that graduates need practical experience alongside academic qualifications to compete in a changing job market shaped by digital technology and AI. The university’s IEP 3+1 programme combines three years of study with a year of internships, industry projects or other relevant activities, aiming to bridge the gap between graduates’ skills and employers’ needs.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
KPK Grills Nusron over Money Linked to HGB Processing and Job Transfers for Four Aides
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) questioned Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning Minister Nusron Wahid about money seized from four of his trusted aides, allegedly linked to bribery over the lifting of a land-certificate block and job transfers. Investigators are also examining his knowledge of alleged payments within the ministry, including regular contributions tied to appointments, as they pursue separate but connected corruption allegations.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
BRI’s E-Channel Gallery at JPM Dukuh Atas: From Card Replacement to Home Loan Applications on the Daily Commute
BRI has opened an E-Channel Gallery at the JPM Dukuh Atas transit hub, offering commuters access to cash services, BRIZZI top-ups and self-service banking. Its Digital CS machines also support account opening and card issuance, while allowing customers to begin applying for credit facilities without making a separate trip to a branch.
Wed, 04 Nov 2026, 17:46 WIB
Indonesian Army Comments on Large-Scale Troop Deployment in Jakarta
The Indonesian Army says the deployment of large numbers of troops to Jakarta is intended to maintain security and national sovereignty, while declining to specify the situation prompting it or the number of personnel involved. The military’s statements come amid reports that forces from all three branches have been sent to the capital, and unanswered speculation that the move may be linked to potential demonstrations.