Archive: 5 November 2026
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Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:21 WIB
Social Affairs Ministry and Child Protection Commission Strengthen Oversight and Protection for Sekolah Rakyat Pupils
Indonesia’s Social Affairs Ministry and the Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) will strengthen oversight of Sekolah Rakyat and child welfare institutions, with a focus on safeguarding pupils’ rights and preventing abuse. The partnership will also advance integrated complaints systems, institutional accreditation and social rehabilitation for children in vulnerable situations, including those affected by conflict and human trafficking.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:21 WIB
Trade Ministry helps expand NTB creative economy exports overseas
The Trade Ministry is promoting the continued growth and expansion of creative economy exports from West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) to global markets. Minister Budi Santoso said stronger innovation and product standards and quality are essential for NTB’s creative products to compete consistently internationally.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:21 WIB
Ciputra University gathers 197 researchers to promote sustainable entrepreneurship
Ciputra University Jakarta is hosting the 13th International Conference on Entrepreneurship, bringing together 197 participants from four countries to discuss innovation aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. The conference aims to turn academic research into practical support for MSMEs and encourage collaborative, inclusive and environmentally sustainable business growth.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:21 WIB
Religious Affairs Minister: 2026 Santri Day a Moment to Strengthen Students’ Role
Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar says the 2026 Santri Day celebration will promote the contribution of Islamic boarding school students to national development, under the theme “Santri Strengthening the Nation Towards Golden Indonesia”. The government says a new directorate-general for pesantren and a focus on science and technology will support santri in taking on a wider range of roles ahead of 2045.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:20 WIB
Scams on the Rise, Nearly Rp1 Trillion in Public Funds Disappears
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) says nearly Rp1 trillion in funds linked to financial scams had been blocked by the end of October 2026, while Rp208.9 billion had been returned to victims. The authority also reported hundreds of thousands of complaints and intensified action against illegal financial operators, alongside consumer-protection sanctions against regulated firms.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:19 WIB
El Niño Threatens Chillies and Shallots; Agriculture Ministry Prepares Response
Indonesia’s Agriculture Ministry is preparing measures to protect chilli and shallot production from a prolonged drought linked to El Niño, including water-pump assistance, distribution coordination and support for climate-adaptive cultivation. An academic warns that delayed early action, shifting rainfall patterns and rising temperatures could disrupt harvests and push up food prices, and calls for drought-tolerant seeds, dynamic planting calendars and improved local risk mapping.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:18 WIB
Danantara Plans to Turn 12 Indonesian Areas into Modern Cities: Here Are the Details
State-owned enterprises agency BP BUMN and Danantara are accelerating preparations to develop 12 future-city areas, with land preparation, project teams and master plans under way. Master planning will initially focus on Walini, Batang and Medan, while groundbreaking is targeted for December 2026; the integrated developments are intended to support new investment and economic activity across Indonesia.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:18 WIB
KAI Cancels Plan to Import Used Trains from Japan, Says Domestic Industry Must Be Supported
KAI has dropped its proposal to import second-hand trains from Japan and says it will instead prioritise new trains made domestically, with overseas suppliers expected to partner with Indonesian industry. The state-owned railway operator needs 23 trainsets for Jabodetabek services and aims to procure them over the next two to three years.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:18 WIB
Indonesia’s Economy Grows 5.47% as Business Synergy Becomes Increasingly Tangible
Indonesia’s economy grew 5.47% year on year in the third quarter of 2026, exceeding the 5.4% target in the state budget and outpacing several major and regional economies. Growth was broad-based across sectors and regions, alongside falling unemployment and improved human-development indicators; the article attributes momentum in part to government priority programmes and calls for continued collaboration to spread prosperity.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:18 WIB
Australian Man Dies While Surfing at Oemau Beach in Rote Ndao
A 68-year-old Australian national, Paul Stephen Madigan, was found dead after drowning while surfing at Oemau Beach in Rote Ndao, East Nusa Tenggara. His body was taken to Delha Community Health Centre, where it remains pending the arrival of his family from Brisbane to make arrangements.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:17 WIB
Jokowi Explains Why He Showed His Diploma at Roy Suryo’s Trial: ‘Because I Wasn’t Sure…’
Former president Joko Widodo said he chose to present his university diploma in court because he was not confident that showing it in an informal setting would resolve the dispute. Roy Suryo is on trial, accused of defaming Jokowi by spreading false information about the diploma; prosecutors have charged him under Indonesia’s Criminal Code and Electronic Information and Transactions Law.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:16 WIB
Jakarta to Revitalise Schools and Add Free Private Schools
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo says the city will revitalise three schools in Tanah Abang, combining them into a multi-storey complex, with construction planned for the 2027 budget year. The provincial government is also finalising a programme for free private schooling with the Jakarta Regional House of Representatives, but has yet to name the schools involved.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:16 WIB
Police Officers Injured in Hit-and-Run on Rangkasbitung Toll Road, One Dragged for Hundreds of Metres
Two Banten police highway patrol officers were injured when a Toyota Avanza driver allegedly struck them and fled on the Rangkasbitung–Panimbang Toll Road. One officer remains in intensive care after reportedly being dragged for up to 600 metres; the police say the incident occurred during a routine patrol.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:16 WIB
BKPM: ESG Adoption Affects Access to Project Financing
BKPM says companies’ compliance with environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards can influence whether projects secure financing. It urged downstreaming project managers to strengthen governance and called on lenders and investors to assess not only outcomes but also production processes, environmental impact and the rights of nearby communities.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:15 WIB
We Celebrate Micro and Small Businesses, but Forget to Ask Why Everyone Has to Trade
Indonesia’s growing number of micro and small businesses is often celebrated as a sign of entrepreneurial dynamism, but many people start trading because decent jobs and other income options are scarce. The article argues that policy should measure business survival, net earnings and productivity while also expanding productive employment, rather than treating the creation of new businesses as a solution to every economic problem.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:15 WIB
KAI Chief Tells Prabowo of Rp2 Trillion Plan to Build Tram in Bali
KAI President Director Bobby Rasyidin briefed President Prabowo Subianto on plans for a two-phase tram line linking Ngurah Rai Airport with Legian and Canggu. The project is estimated to cost more than Rp2 trillion, with each phase expected to take around two years to build.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:14 WIB
KAI Sets Aside Rp2 Trillion for Bali Rail Project
KAI president director Bobby Rasyidin says the government is preparing more than Rp2 trillion for a rail or tram service in Bali, expected to take about two years to build in two phases. He also discussed a similarly sized revitalisation of Jakarta’s Gambir Station, integrated with the Monas area and other transport links, with completion targeted for 2028.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:14 WIB
Republicans Reeling: Pete Hegseth, Architect of the Iran War, May Be Ousted as US Defence Secretary
After a heavy defeat in the US midterm elections, Republican lawmakers and allies are reportedly seeking to make Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth a scapegoat. Representative Thomas Massie says he plans to initiate a vote to impeach Hegseth when Congress reconvenes, amid claims that Hegseth persuaded Donald Trump to attack Iran without an exit strategy or plans to manage the political fallout.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:13 WIB
Six Police Officers Sentenced to 10 Years over Deaths of Two Debt Collectors in Kalibata
A South Jakarta court has sentenced six members of the National Police headquarters’ Public Service Unit to 10 years in prison for a group assault that resulted in the deaths of two debt collectors in Kalibata. The defendants must also jointly pay restitution of Rp391.86 million each to the victims’ representatives, with unpaid amounts potentially converted into additional prison terms.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:13 WIB
Barito Utara Regency Government Seeks to Improve the Quality of Village Regulations
Barito Utara Regency is training village heads and village consultative body (BPD) chairs to ensure village regulations are carefully drafted, transparent and consistent with higher-level laws. The session covered the legal standing and drafting stages of village regulations, which underpin local governance, development and community welfare.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:13 WIB
Between Textual Harmony and Unity of Meaning: A Critical Examination of Hasani Ahmad Said’s Thought
This critical review examines Hasani Ahmad Said’s account of munāsabah, the study of relationships between Qur’anic verses and chapters, and its role in reading the Qur’an as a coherent whole. It praises the article’s synthesis of classical and contemporary approaches but argues that its classifications and examples lack sufficiently clear criteria and textual evidence, leaving the method for validating proposed connections underdeveloped.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:13 WIB
Marini’s Concerns Inspire the Creation of Berdikari Waste Bank
Marini founded the Berdikari Waste Bank in West Jakarta in 2013 to tackle illegal dumping and its effects on residents’ health. It now serves 500 customers, encouraging waste sorting through savings and community composting, while the Jakarta provincial government is recognising local environmental advocates through its 2026 awards programme.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:12 WIB
Toyota Recalls 176,737 Vehicles in China
Toyota is recalling 176,737 vehicles in China across several campaigns, including bZ3X and bZ7 models, as well as the Land Cruiser Prado and Lexus GX 550h. The defects range from suspension fasteners and braking and steering software to fuel-line connectors, with remedies including free software updates and hardware inspections or replacements.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:12 WIB
West Java’s Human Development Index Rises to 76.62 in 2026, Reaching ‘High’ Category
West Java’s Human Development Index (HDI) rose by 0.72 points to 76.62 in 2026, with improvements across health, education and adjusted real expenditure per capita. Bandung recorded the province’s highest score, while Cianjur remained lowest; all regencies and cities are now in the ‘high’ or ‘very high’ categories.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:11 WIB
Army Chief Leads Funeral for Captain Nurhafiz, Killed in Helicopter Crash While Fighting Forest Fires
Army Chief of Staff General Tandyo Budi Revita led the military funeral of Captain Nurhafiz Akbar Rizki Hartio in Semarang on Thursday. Nurhafiz was one of three personnel killed when an MI-17V5 helicopter crashed during a forest and land-fire suppression mission in Central Kalimantan’s Tanjung Puting National Park.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:11 WIB
ID FOOD and Bulog step up egg purchases worth Rp30 billion
State-owned food holding company ID FOOD and Bulog are accelerating purchases of chicken eggs worth Rp30 billion to support prices at farm level and provide market certainty for micro and small-scale producers. The initiative, backed by the Agriculture Ministry and the National Food Agency, is intended to balance supply and demand while helping stabilise egg prices.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:10 WIB
BNPB: Mount Semeru Erupts; Residents and Miners Told to Stay Clear of Danger Zone
Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has urged residents, visitors and sand miners to avoid danger zones after Mount Semeru erupted in East Java, sending a pyroclastic flow 4.5 kilometres southeast. Authorities have set exclusion distances and warned of further hazards, including pyroclastic flows, lava and lahars, while advising people to follow safety instructions and prepare for ashfall.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:10 WIB
A New Global Threat: Rain Is Falling for Shorter Periods, but More Intensely
A study of rainfall records from more than 19,000 gauges worldwide finds that extreme rain events have become shorter and more concentrated since 1980, raising the risks of both flooding and drought. In Indonesia, rainfall trends vary by region, while BMKG recorded an hourly intensity of 220 millimetres in Ternate in 2024, highlighting potential hazards for communities, agriculture and economic activity.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:10 WIB
Jokowi Approaches Roy Suryo After Court Hearing
Former Indonesian president Joko Widodo approached defendant Roy Suryo and exchanged a handshake with him after testifying in a defamation case at the East Jakarta District Court. Jokowi said he had presented his original school certificates to the judges; prosecutors accuse Suryo and another defendant, Dr Tifauzia Tyassuma, of spreading false claims that Jokowi’s university diploma was forged.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:09 WIB
BPS: Forest and Land Fires Weigh on Regional Economies as Forestry Contracts 2.52%
Indonesia’s statistics agency says forest and land fires restrained economic activity in affected regions and contributed to a 2.52% contraction in forestry in the third quarter of 2026. The impact on national growth was limited, while Indonesia’s overall economy expanded by 5.47% year on year.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:09 WIB
Forestry Law Enforcement Directorate destroys illegal wildlife parts in Deli Serdang
Indonesia’s Forestry Law Enforcement Directorate has incinerated seized parts from protected wildlife, including 779kg of pangolin scales and tiger remains, after the related cases received final court rulings. Officials said the destruction also supports quarantine controls to reduce disease risks and forms part of efforts to curb illegal wildlife trafficking.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:07 WIB
Pramono Denies Reports That Jakarta Is on High Alert After TNI Troop Deployment
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has denied social media reports that the capital has been placed on the highest state of alert, saying he had received no such notification and that government operations remain normal. The TNI says the troop deployment is part of its routine national duties and security preparedness, while the Navy confirmed its personnel were sent to Jakarta for security and military training; officials did not specify the deployment’s scale or purpose in detail.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:07 WIB
Jokowi Smiles Amid Questions Over Presidential Tapping Case
Former president Joko Widodo appeared at the East Jakarta District Court as a witness in a defamation case concerning his diploma, while reporters sought his response to allegations of illegal wiretapping involving President Prabowo Subianto and National Police Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo. Jokowi declined to comment at first, then said that everyone should respect the legal process and wait for its outcome.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:06 WIB
Mendukbangga: Family Outreach Teams Must Continue Educating Families About Stunting Risks
Population and Family Development Minister Wihaji has urged family outreach teams to strengthen education on stunting and reduce stigma that discourages families from seeking health checks and support. The government’s Genting programme has reached at least 1.3 million at-risk families and enlisted 182,682 foster-parent partners, with Rp96.3 billion in assistance recorded by October 2026.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:06 WIB
ANTARA President Director Speaks at World Media Summit in Beijing
ANTARA President Director Abdul Hakim addressed a seminar at the seventh World Media Summit, welcoming partnerships among news agencies to tackle news-verification challenges and misinformation. He stressed that artificial intelligence cannot replace editorial responsibility or the work of journalists.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:05 WIB
Bluebird Reports Revenue of Rp4.57 Trillion Through the Third Quarter of 2026
PT Blue Bird Tbk reported revenue of Rp4.57 trillion through September 2026, up 10.9% year on year, supported by growth in both taxi and non-taxi services. EBITDA rose 9.8% cumulatively to Rp1.09 trillion, while taxi services accounted for about 70% of revenue.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:05 WIB
Roy Suryo Rejects All of Jokowi’s Testimony in Diploma Case Trial
Roy Suryo rejected all testimony given by former Indonesian president Joko Widodo in a trial concerning alleged defamation over claims about Jokowi’s diploma, describing his answers as convoluted. He also asked for the evidence, including the diploma, to be independently re-examined by the National Police forensic laboratory; prosecutors accuse him of spreading false information and have charged him under Indonesia’s Criminal Code and Electronic Information and Transactions Law.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:05 WIB
US Deputy Secretary of State Outlines Progress on US–Indonesia Trade Deal Worth US$33bn
US Deputy Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg says Washington remains committed to a reciprocal trade agreement with Indonesia, covering US$33 billion in trade and a 10% tariff. The US is also seeking opportunities for cooperation and investment in AI technology, energy, healthcare, tourism and other sectors, including coal gasification and semiconductor supply chains.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:05 WIB
Is Rapid Battery Drain and Data Use a Sign Your Phone Has Been Hacked? Here’s What You Need to Know
Sudden battery drain and unusually high mobile data use may indicate that spyware or malware is running in the background and transmitting personal information, although these symptoms can also have other causes. The article lists other warning signs and recommends checking call forwarding, removing unfamiliar apps, scanning for malware, enabling two-factor authentication and downloading apps only from official stores.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:04 WIB
TCL Zhonghuan showcases PV and energy storage products at India’s REI Expo 2026
TCL Zhonghuan presented silicon wafers, solar modules and energy storage systems at India’s REI Expo 2026, positioning the portfolio for utility-scale, commercial and industrial, and residential applications. Its products target efficiency, reliability and energy management needs in India’s expanding solar market, while the company says it will deepen technology and business collaboration across the PV value chain.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:04 WIB
Three TNI Soldiers Killed in Helicopter Crash Had Spent Two Months Fighting Forest Fires
Three Indonesian Army personnel killed when an MI-17V5 helicopter crashed in Central Kalimantan had been deployed for nearly two months on forest and land fire suppression, completing 636 sorties and dropping about 1.2 million litres of water. Army Chief of Staff Tandyo Budi Revita said the recovery of the helicopter’s black box could help establish the cause of the crash and inform future training and operations.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:04 WIB
TNI Commander Leads Funeral Ceremony for Lieutenant Colonel Anwar Dudi at Cikutra Heroes’ Cemetery
TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto led a military funeral in Bandung for Lieutenant Colonel (Posthumous) Anwar Dudi Firmansyah, who died in a military helicopter crash while on duty. Two TNI personnel were killed in the crash as they carried out a forest and land fire-fighting mission in Central Kalimantan.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:03 WIB
Makassar Police Chief Hit by Arrow While Dispersing Clash That Left One Dead
A clash between two groups of youths in Makassar left one man dead and the Mamajang police chief injured by an arrow. Police are investigating the cause, which is suspected to stem from a personal grudge, and have separately detained 27 people in raids on three clash-prone areas, where officers found drugs and weapons.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:01 WIB
BPS: 24.77 Million West Java Residents Employed, Up on 2025
The number of people employed in West Java reached 24.77 million in August 2026, an increase of about 260,000 from a year earlier, according to the provincial statistics agency. Wholesale and retail trade was the largest source of employment, while the share of full-time workers and women’s labour-force participation also rose.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:00 WIB
NasDem Marks 15th Anniversary with Prayers for the Nation alongside 300 Orphans
NasDem held a prayer gathering at its Jakarta headquarters ahead of its 15th anniversary, attended by 300 children from 30 orphanages. Deputy Speaker of the House Saan Mustopa described the event as an expression of gratitude and support for orphaned children, while hoping the party would continue to earn public trust.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:00 WIB
KKP Prepares 302 OII Graduates for the Global Job Market
Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries is strengthening vocational education links with industry as 302 Ocean Institute of Indonesia graduates are set to take jobs overseas in 2026–2027. The ministry says curriculum alignment, practical training and industry partnerships are essential to equip graduates for changes in technology and demand across the fisheries sector.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:00 WIB
Supreme Court Rejects Radiet’s Appeals; Murderer of Unram Student Remains Sentenced to Six Years in Prison
Indonesia’s Supreme Court has rejected appeals by Radiet Adiansyah and prosecutors over the death of University of Mataram student Ni Made Vaniradya Puspa Nitra, leaving his six-year prison sentence in place. The sentence is substantially shorter than the 13 years sought by prosecutors, who had charged him with murder, while the courts convicted him of assault causing death.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 18:00 WIB
National Pipe Producer Calls for Review of Import Facilities
PT Indo Sino Internasional has urged the government to review masterlist exemptions and import quotas for seamless pipes that can already be produced domestically. The company says consistent checks on local availability, specifications and production capacity are needed to protect manufacturing investment and ensure a level fiscal playing field for Indonesian producers.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 17:58 WIB
KKP Prepares 302 OII Graduates for Jobs in Several Countries: Here Is Why
Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries is preparing Ocean Institute of Indonesia graduates for domestic and international employment, with 302 graduates due to take jobs overseas in 2026–2027. The ministry’s VOGA 2026 event brought together students, industry representatives and alumni to strengthen vocational-industry links amid changing skills requirements in fisheries and aquaculture.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 17:56 WIB
ANTARA backs partnerships between news agencies at World Media Summit
ANTARA President Director Abdul Hakim endorsed stronger cooperation among news agencies on information verification, responsible use of AI in journalism and communicating global challenges. Speaking at the World Media Summit in Beijing, he said reliable information remains central to ANTARA’s mission as AI brings both new capabilities and risks such as misinformation and manipulated images.