Archive: 5 November 2026
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Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:08 WIB
Baby Boy’s Body Found in Kerobokan Drain with Stab Wound
A newborn boy’s body was found in a drain beside a furniture warehouse in Kerobokan Kelod, Badung, with investigators reporting a suspected stab wound and other injuries. Police say the infant had been dead for more than 48 hours and are investigating to identify his biological parents and establish the motive.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:07 WIB
Crypto Becomes a Favourite as OJK Reports 31.96% Rise in Transactions to Rp30.56 Trillion
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) recorded crypto-asset transactions of Rp30.56 trillion in September 2026, up 31.96% month on month, while digital financial asset derivative transactions rose 27.19% to Rp5.8 trillion. Consumer accounts also increased to 23.51 million, as the regulator monitored cybersecurity risks, imposed sanctions on providers and advanced its regulatory sandbox programme.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:07 WIB
Refly Harun Asks Jokowi in Court: Does He Have Another Name, Mulyono?
Roy Suryo’s lawyer, Refly Harun, asked former president Joko Widodo during a hearing whether he had used other names, including Mulyono; Jokowi said Mulyono was his childhood name. Suryo is on trial over allegations concerning Jokowi’s diploma, facing charges under Indonesia’s Criminal Code and Electronic Information and Transactions Law.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:06 WIB
DPR Commission III to Take Up Wiretapping Bill After Asset Forfeiture Bill Is Completed
Commission III of the House of Representatives plans to accelerate consideration of bills on wiretapping, judges’ appointments and advocates once the Asset Forfeiture Bill is completed. A lawmaker said allegations of illegal wiretapping, including the alleged targeting of President Prabowo Subianto, underline the need for clear limits and procedures that protect all citizens.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:06 WIB
PELNI Partners with Munggung Village Farmers in Klaten to Strengthen Rice Supply Chain
PELNI has launched a 12-month farmer empowerment programme in Munggung, Klaten, to improve rice quality and production while supporting the steady supply of food for its passenger ships. The initiative includes training, better post-harvest facilities and support for farmer groups, forming the company’s third Desa Mandiri programme.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:05 WIB
Tourism Villages Promoted as Attractions at AKRT 2026
Indonesia showcased its tourism-village programme at the ASEAN–Korea Roundtable in Tourism 2026, highlighting several villages recognised by UN Tourism as leading destinations. South Korea also expressed interest in learning about Muslim-friendly tourism, as both sides seek to raise two-way visitor exchanges from 13 million to more than 20 million.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:05 WIB
Tito Says One Data Indonesia Law Will Make Regional Planning Easier
Home Affairs Minister Muhammad Tito Karnavian says the One Data Indonesia law will enable ministries and agencies to exchange data automatically, helping local governments plan and evaluate development programmes. He also urged safeguards against overlapping authority, threats to national security and cyber risks as the system is implemented.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:05 WIB
Sleman Disaster Agency Boosts Preparedness for Potential Mount Merapi Disasters
Sleman’s disaster management agency is stepping up preparations while Mount Merapi remains at Alert Level III, with the emergency alert extended through December. Measures include enhanced early-warning monitoring, evacuation planning and public safety guidance to address eruption-related hazards and weather-triggered disasters.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:05 WIB
National Police Seek Witness Protection in Case Involving Alleged Tapping of President’s Communications
Indonesia’s National Police have asked the Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) to protect witnesses in an investigation into alleged surveillance of President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures. Three senior police officers have been named as suspects and detained; the LPSK says it has received no protection applications from the suspects or experts.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:04 WIB
Observer: Free Copyright Registration Must Be Accompanied by Royalty Reforms
Intellectual property law practitioner Ari Juliano Gema says the government’s move to make copyright registration free should be matched by reforms to royalty collection and distribution. He also calls for stronger commercialisation support for creators and SMEs, and technical standards that would allow intellectual property to be valued as loan collateral under the 2022 Creative Economy Regulation.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:04 WIB
Social Affairs Ministry: Adoption of 18 Indonesian Children in Singapore Was Illegal
Indonesia’s Social Affairs Ministry says the adoption of 18 Indonesian children now in Singapore was illegal because it bypassed the country’s strict inter-country adoption requirements. The children were victims of a trafficking syndicate; officials are coordinating with the Indonesian Embassy in Singapore on possible repatriation and say they are tracing the children’s biological parents to support their rehabilitation and reintegration.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:03 WIB
Seychelles Ambassador Praises DPD RI Chair for Not Underestimating the Regions
Seychelles Ambassador to Indonesia Nico Barito praised DPD RI Chair Sultan Bachtiar Najamudin for promoting regional interests internationally and supporting cooperation between regions and other countries. He highlighted Sultan’s green-and-blue economy initiatives, which aim to make better use of regional natural resources and put the people’s economy at the centre.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:03 WIB
Roy Suryo’s Lawyer and Prosecutors Shout at Each Other in Jokowi’s Presence; Trial Suspended
A hearing in Roy Suryo’s alleged defamation case was briefly suspended after his lawyer and prosecutors exchanged heated words while questioning former president Joko Widodo as a witness. The judge restored order and resumed proceedings; Suryo is accused of spreading false information about Jokowi’s university degree certificate under the Indonesian Criminal Code and electronic information law.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:02 WIB
Central Jakarta High School Students Learn About Anti-Corruption Through Film
A total of 144 high school students in Central Jakarta took part in a workshop on making films and public service advertisements about fighting corruption. Organisers say creative storytelling can help young people engage with integrity and spread anti-corruption messages beyond schools.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:02 WIB
Asked by Refly Harun Why He Did Not Show Roy Suryo the Original Diploma, Jokowi Gives a Brief Answer
Former president Joko Widodo told a court he had never allowed the defendants to inspect his original diploma, arguing that those making the allegation should prove it. He appeared as a witness in the defamation case involving Roy Suryo and doctor Tifa, where the diploma and thesis were discussed and his undergraduate diploma was presented as evidence.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:01 WIB
When Journalism Is Hit by AI OTT
AI services are increasingly summarising and repackaging journalism, allowing users to get answers without visiting the publishers that fund reporting and verification. Evidence from the US and global news sites points to falling click-throughs and referral traffic, raising concerns about media’s direct relationship with audiences and its economic sustainability.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:00 WIB
Misfortune! Broken-Down Tanker Leads to Two Men Being Caught Transporting Illegal Fuel in Gunungkidul
Police in Gunungkidul have detained a driver and his assistant after a broken-down tanker was found carrying subsidised diesel without the required permits. Investigators say the vehicle had irregularities, including lacking a Patra Logistik QR code and being registered as a dump truck; the suspects face a possible six-year prison sentence and a fine of up to Rp60 billion.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:00 WIB
KAI President Director Bobby Rasyidin Meets Prabowo at the Palace: What Was Discussed?
KAI President Director Bobby Rasyidin was summoned to meet President Prabowo Subianto at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta, but neither he nor the Palace disclosed the purpose of the meeting. Rasyidin said he had been called by Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya and did not know what would be discussed.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:00 WIB
TEI 2026 Targets US$17.5 Billion in Transactions as BPDP Strengthens Palm Oil Downstreaming
The 41st Trade Expo Indonesia, opened in Tangerang, aims to generate US$17.5 billion in transactions, with 1,873 participating companies and buyers from 134 countries. The government is positioning trade as a driver of industrial downstreaming, jobs and economic resilience, while the BPDP supports higher-value palm oil products and links the sector to energy security and farmers’ welfare.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:00 WIB
Beware of Unknown Devices on Your Google Account: How to Block Them
Google users are advised to check which devices are connected to their accounts and sign out any they do not recognise. The article also explains how to change a compromised password and enable two-step verification, with instructions for computers and mobile devices.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 15:00 WIB
OJK: Capital Market Investors Increase by 1.38 Million in October 2026
Indonesia’s capital market added 1.38 million investors in October, taking the total to 33.55 million, despite a 16.7 per cent fall in the Jakarta Composite Index. OJK also reported rising daily share transaction values and a broader geographic spread of investors, while continuing reforms and measures to support market stability amid global uncertainty.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:59 WIB
Keisha Lance Bottoms Becomes the First Black Woman Governor in the US
Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has won Georgia’s gubernatorial election, according to US media projections, making her the first Black woman to serve as a governor in the country. Her victory also signals a major political shift in Georgia, where Black voters have become central to the Democratic coalition in a state once considered a Republican stronghold.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:59 WIB
Gianyar Police Chief Checks Personnel and Equipment for Disaster Response
Gianyar Police Chief AKBP James Rajagukguk led an inter-agency readiness inspection as heavy rain and the seasonal transition raise the risk of flooding, landslides and strong winds. Officials checked personnel and emergency equipment, while calling for improved early warning, coordination and public preparedness to limit casualties and damage.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:59 WIB
Jokowi Responds to Roy Suryo Camp on Why He Refuses to Show Diploma Outside Court
Former Indonesian president Joko Widodo said the burden of proving allegations about his diploma rests with Roy Suryo, and that he objects to the document being taken around for further examination. He also said he had not checked the details of a digital diploma file cited by Roy’s lawyer; Roy is on trial over alleged defamation and the dissemination of false information about the diploma.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:58 WIB
At COP31, Eddy Soeparno to Outline Indonesia’s Efforts to Curb Climate Change
MPR Deputy Speaker Eddy Soeparno says Indonesia will use COP31 to highlight proposed legislation on climate change control and new and renewable energy. He argues that stronger laws could underpin decarbonisation, energy independence and investment, while helping align Indonesia’s climate commitments with economic development and a fairer international climate framework.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:57 WIB
Online Loan Debt Reaches Rp106.48 Trillion, with Bad Loans Exceeding 5%
Outstanding peer-to-peer lending in Indonesia rose 17.02% year on year to Rp106.48 trillion in September 2026, including growth in financing to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. However, the 90-day default rate climbed to 5.36%, above the 5% threshold, prompting the Financial Services Authority (OJK) to emphasise risk oversight and financial-sector resilience.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:57 WIB
Army Chief of Staff Leads Funeral Service for Captain Nurhafiz in Semarang
Army Chief of Staff General Tandyo Budi Revita led the military funeral of Captain Nurhafiz Akbar, one of three soldiers killed in a helicopter crash while supporting forest-fire operations in Central Kalimantan. He called for an evaluation of the aircraft and said its black box should be examined to help establish the cause and inform future training.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:56 WIB
Police Chief Suyudi Speaks Out on Presidential Wiretapping Case
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto says the legal proceedings over alleged illegal wiretapping of President Prabowo Subianto are based solely on evidence and legal procedure, and are not linked to internal rivalry. The statement comes after three active police generals were named suspects and detained, while another senior officer remains a witness.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:56 WIB
Jokowi Greets Thousands of Supporters as Hearing Is Suspended; Crowd Briefly Jostles
Former president Joko Widodo briefly came out to greet supporters gathered at the East Jakarta District Court during a hearing over allegations that his university diploma was forged. An organiser estimated that about 7,000 people had attended, while a dense crowd and heightened security prompted Jokowi to return inside; proceedings were also suspended after tensions between lawyers and prosecutors.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:55 WIB
European Commission Says Moldova’s EU Accession Talks Could Conclude in Early 2028
The European Commission says Moldova could complete its EU accession negotiations by early 2028 if it sustains the pace of reform. It praised progress on aligning legislation and the rule of law, but said the country must demonstrate tangible results in tackling corruption and prioritise economic growth, job creation and energy resilience.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:55 WIB
BP Tapera: FLPP Housing Loans Reach Communities in Solo Raya and Padang
BP Tapera says subsidised FLPP housing loans have reached 4,113 homes across six districts in Solo Raya and 582 homes in Padang, with national disbursements totalling Rp24.85 trillion as of 4 November 2026. Housing Minister Maruarar Sirait also urged local governments to pursue innovative partnerships and outlined subsidised business financing and planned roof-tile support for Solo Raya.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:54 WIB
KPK Summons Three Bogor Land Office Officials and Summarecon Director
Indonesia’s Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has summoned three officials from the Bogor I Land Office and a Summarecon executive as witnesses in an alleged corruption case involving the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/National Land Agency (ATR/BPN). The investigation stems from an alleged bribery scheme related to Summarecon’s building rights in Bogor, with eight people already named as suspects and investigators conducting searches at government and company offices.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:54 WIB
OJK Investigates 15 Illegal Insurance Brokers, with Four Entities at Investigation Stage
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) is examining 15 entities suspected of operating as insurance or reinsurance brokers without authorisation; four have progressed to the investigation stage. The update comes as insurance and pension-fund assets remain substantial, while the OJK is also pressing firms to meet minimum equity requirements.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:53 WIB
Indonesia’s Unemployment Falls by 77,000 as Manpower Ministry’s MagangHub Places 46,000
Indonesia’s open unemployment fell by 77,000 in August 2026, while the number of people in work rose by 1.44 million year on year, according to Statistics Indonesia (BPS). The Manpower Ministry’s paid MagangHub scheme accounted for about 46,000 participants, who are classified as employed under BPS’s labour statistics methodology.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:53 WIB
Kodam: Search continues for victims of Seruyan helicopter crash
A joint search team is still looking for an Indonesian Army soldier missing after an MI-17 helicopter crashed in Seruyan, Central Kalimantan, during a forest and land-fire response mission. Five rescued soldiers have been flown to Banjarmasin for treatment, while the bodies of two personnel killed in the crash are being returned to Semarang and Bandung.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:52 WIB
Trade Minister Urges NTB Students to Become Young Exporters
Trade Minister Budi Santoso has encouraged university students in West Nusa Tenggara to become exporters, as part of a programme that provides training and practical support from product standards to finding overseas buyers. The initiative has involved more than 27 campuses, and a 20-campus showcase at Trade Expo Indonesia generated US$24.5 million in transactions; Indonesia’s exports rose 5.58% year-on-year in January–September 2025, with a US$10.61 billion trade surplus.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:51 WIB
Hj Komariyah Was Killed by Her Neighbours, and Her Body Burned in a Car
Police say Hj Komariyah was murdered by two neighbours in Indramayu, one of whom allegedly struck her repeatedly with a hammer before seeking help to dispose of her body. The suspects allegedly transported her body in her car and set the vehicle alight in Terisi.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:51 WIB
Indonesia seeks to boost sago starch exports to Japan
Indonesia is seeking to deepen sago trade and industrial cooperation with Japan, where its share of the Japanese sago starch market rose from 2 per cent in 2021 to 14 per cent in 2025. Officials highlighted investment, processing technology and higher-value products as priorities to expand production, improve competitiveness and create local jobs.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:50 WIB
Indonesia’s Manufacturing PMI Rises as Arif Fathoni Urges Surabaya to Target New Investment
Indonesia’s manufacturing PMI rose to 54.0 in October 2026, signalling continued expansion and prompting Surabaya Deputy Council Speaker Arif Fathoni to call for the city to attract new investment. He said the opportunity should strengthen local manufacturing, create jobs and improve competitiveness, noting the sector accounted for 19.59% of Surabaya’s regional GDP in 2025 and investment realisation reached Rp23.608 trillion in the first half of 2026.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:50 WIB
Titanic Survivor’s Watch Sells for Rp85 Million: The Story of Its Owner
A pocket watch belonging to Arthur John Priest, who survived four shipwrecks including the Titanic, has sold for £3,800 (about Rp85 million) at auction in England. The sale highlights the enduring collector interest in artefacts connected with major maritime disasters and the stories of those who survived them.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:49 WIB
Governor Luthfi Strengthens Price-Control Task Force Ahead of Christmas and New Year
Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has called for tighter coordination and early action to ensure staple-food supplies remain available and affordable ahead of the Christmas and New Year period. Measures include monitoring against hoarding and price speculation, improving inter-regional distribution, and expanding market operations and affordable-food programmes.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:48 WIB
Jokowi Shows Primary School to University Degrees in Court as Roy Suryo Looks On
Former president Joko Widodo displayed certificates from primary school through university while testifying in Roy Suryo’s trial over allegations that Jokowi’s degree certificate was forged. The hearing concerns charges against Suryo of defamation and violations related to electronic information.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:48 WIB
BNPB extends condolences after soldiers die in firefighting operation
Indonesia’s National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) expressed condolences after three soldiers died during forest and land fire operations in Central Kalimantan, and urged the public to support responders and avoid open burning. The Army said a Mi-17V5 helicopter crashed into a river while collecting water for a firefighting operation near Tanjung Puting National Park; eight crew members were evacuated.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:48 WIB
Two Indonesian Army Soldiers Killed in Mi-17V5 Helicopter Crash in Central Kalimantan
Two Indonesian Army soldiers died and five others were rescued after an Mi-17V5 helicopter crashed into waters off Sungai Perlu village in Seruyan, Central Kalimantan. The crew had been supporting forest and land-fire operations in Tanjung Puting National Park; one crew member remained to be evacuated because of the high tide.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:44 WIB
Bank Lending Tops 13%, with Investment Credit Growing Fastest
Indonesian bank lending grew 13.26% year on year in September 2026, remaining in double digits but easing from 13.65% in August. Investment loans led growth, while corporate lending expanded fastest by borrower category; lending to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) also accelerated.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:44 WIB
National Police Chief Meets Judicial Commission Chair to Discuss Special Police at Courts
National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto and Judicial Commission (KY) Chair Abdul Chair Ramadhan discussed closer institutional cooperation, including a proposal to establish a specialised police unit at courts. The plans include drawing on police investigative expertise and formalising security cooperation through an MoU and cooperation agreement, with the stated aim of protecting judicial independence and preventing disruptions to proceedings.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:44 WIB
Can Deleted Records of the President’s Wiretapping Be Recovered?
Indonesian authorities say telephone numbers, including President Prabowo Subianto’s, were allegedly entered into the police’s Lawful Interception Management System (LIMS) without verification, with the interception said to have continued from 2025 to 2026. The article also reports political accusations that the alleged surveillance amounted to a threat against the state, while raising questions about the system’s capabilities and the recovery of deleted records.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:43 WIB
OJK Steps Up Oversight, Penalises Capital Market Violators: The Figures
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) says it imposed administrative sanctions on 169 parties in the capital market sector through October 2026, including fines totalling Rp2.23 trillion. It is also pressing the Indonesia Stock Exchange to improve share-ownership transparency, strengthen independent committees and enhance market surveillance.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:43 WIB
Australia seeks to strengthen ASEAN’s economic image in Washington
Australia’s ambassador to the United States, Greg Moriarty, said ASEAN and Australia should present Southeast Asia in Washington as a peaceful region with strong economic prospects, rather than focus solely on geopolitical challenges. Officials outlined cooperation priorities ranging from digital development and critical minerals to trade, investment, food security and maritime security, building on the sides’ longstanding strategic partnership.
Thu, 05 Nov 2026, 14:43 WIB
Yusril: Government Agrees to Thoroughly Investigate Pidie Shooting
Coordinating Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra said the government would investigate a shooting during the removal of an Acehnese flag in Pidie, which left one person dead and 13 others injured; six soldiers were also wounded. He said the incident would be reviewed and urged dialogue to resolve long-running disagreements over the Aceh flag and prevent further violence.