Archive: 8 November 2026
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Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:44 WIB
Danareksa Secures Rp 2.5 Trillion in Investment from the UK and the Netherlands
PT Danareksa (Persero) secured investment commitments worth around Rp 2.5 trillion from UK and Dutch investors at the Indonesia Investment Forum 2026 in London, covering industrial land use and digital infrastructure development. The agreements are expected to strengthen Indonesia’s industrial-estate appeal, with the associated projects potentially generating hundreds of jobs and supporting technology-led industry in Central Java.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:42 WIB
Australian water bombers begin operations to fight fires in Kalimantan
Australian water-bombing aircraft have begun fighting forest and land fires in East Kalimantan, following a request from the provincial government and a rapid response by Indonesia’s disaster agency, BNPB. The week-long operation will target four priority areas, with aircraft capable of carrying 15,000 litres per sortie and support from Australian aviation specialists.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:34 WIB
Bahlil Speaks of Loyalty as He Denies Involvement in Illegal Tapping
Golkar chairman Bahlil Lahadalia has denied allegations that he was involved in illegal phone tapping targeting President Prabowo Subianto, saying he was himself among those tapped. He urged police to investigate claims that political party leaders met senior police officers before their arrest and threatened legal action against anyone spreading the allegation unless they clarified it within 3×24 hours.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:30 WIB
Houthis Claim Six Military Operations, Riyadh Airport Targeted
Yemen’s Houthi movement says it carried out six military operations against Saudi and Saudi-backed forces, including an attack targeting King Khalid International Airport and Aramco facilities in Riyadh. Saudi Arabia had not confirmed the reported airport attack by the time the article was published.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:30 WIB
Discover Bali’s Pandawa Beach: From Secret Shore to Tourism Icon
Once difficult to reach and known as Secret Beach, Pandawa Beach became a popular South Bali destination after access roads were developed in 2012. Its limestone-cliff approach, Mahabharata statues, beach activities and cultural performances make it a distinctive attraction in Badung, with visitors advised to check current fees, schedules and sea conditions.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:30 WIB
Four Indonesian Toll Roads Could Serve as Emergency Fighter Jet Runways: Here’s the List
The Ministry of Public Works says four toll-road sections are being tested or prepared as emergency runways for Indonesian Air Force fighter jets, with the latest trial held on the Pasuruan–Probolinggo toll road. The initiative is intended to give strategic infrastructure a dual role in national defence readiness, while the government is also promoting domestically produced Buton asphalt for road construction.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:29 WIB
Dozens of Alleged Crimes During 20–28 October Malioboro Protests Under Investigation
Yogyakarta Police are investigating multiple alleged offences linked to demonstrations in Malioboro that turned violent between 20 and 28 October, including an alleged attack on officers and a person found carrying a bladed weapon. They are also investigating two complaints of alleged violence by police officers, with the regional police chief saying any proven misconduct will be prosecuted and no one is above the law.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:29 WIB
Karawang Regent Aep Monitors Land Preparation and Retaining Wall Works at Jalupang Landfill for Waste-to-Energy Plant
Karawang Regent Aep Syaepuloh inspected land preparation and retaining wall works at Jalupang landfill, part of preparations for a planned waste-to-energy plant. The project, funded through the 2026 regional budget, is 88 per cent complete overall and is targeted for completion by December, with officials seeking to finish by November.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:27 WIB
Jakarta Disburses Third Wave of KJP Plus Aid to 22,567 Pupils and KJMU Aid to 6,587 University Students
Jakarta’s provincial government has begun disbursing education assistance to 22,567 new KJP Plus recipients and 6,587 new KJMU recipients for 2026, following verification. The new allocations amount to about Rp47.98 billion for school pupils and Rp67.18 billion for university students, as the programmes collectively cover more than 707,000 pupils and 19,000 university students.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:27 WIB
Manpower Ministry: Wage Subsidy to Support Economic Resilience and Purchasing Power
Indonesia’s Manpower Ministry says the 2026 Wage Subsidy Assistance (BSU) is intended to bolster economic resilience and workers’ purchasing power in the fourth quarter. Eligible recipients will receive Rp900,000 in a lump sum, subject to income, citizenship and BPJS Ketenagakerjaan participation requirements.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:24 WIB
In Brussels, Kadin Urges IEU-CEPA to Strengthen Indonesia-EU Economic Partnership
Kadin chairman Anindya Novyan Bakrie has called for the Indonesia-EU Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (IEU-CEPA) to deliver tangible business opportunities through expanded trade, investment, industrial cooperation and technology transfer. With bilateral goods trade worth about €29 billion in 2025, Kadin is urging businesses on both sides to prepare for the agreement’s signing and implementation and to build partnerships in manufacturing, infrastructure and clean energy.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:22 WIB
Yesterday: Raising the Semarang–Demak Pantura Road and Batik’s Creative-Economy Potential
The roundup highlights government efforts to raise the Semarang–Demak section of the North Coast (Pantura) road ahead of the 2026–27 year-end holiday period, alongside initiatives on renewable energy, investment and job creation. It also covers the commodity futures broker ratings for the third quarter of 2026 and financial-sector support for Banyuwangi’s batik industry.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:21 WIB
Death Toll in Kraków Shooting in Poland Rises to Six
The death toll from a shooting in central Kraków has risen to six, according to local police. The 25-year-old Polish suspect, who was injured during the incident, has been arrested and is receiving hospital treatment; more than 10 people were also reported injured, including police officers.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:21 WIB
Latest Silver Price Forecast: Profit Opportunity or Cause for Concern?
Silver rose 5.64% over the week to 6 November, recovering from recent losses, but stronger-than-expected US jobs data boosted the dollar, Treasury yields and expectations of a Federal Reserve rate rise. The metal’s short-term technical picture has improved, although it remains below its 10- and 20-day averages; the coming week’s inflation data, Fed signals and geopolitical developments are likely to shape its direction.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:18 WIB
Demokrat: Anyone Involved in Alleged Tapping of Prabowo Must Be Punished
Democratic Party secretary-general Herman Khaeron called for a transparent, thorough investigation into the alleged illegal tapping of President Prabowo Subianto, saying anyone involved should face legal accountability. His remarks follow political scientist Muradi’s suggestion that a political party leader may have been involved in discussions surrounding the alleged operation and the deletion of related information.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:18 WIB
Erick: Sports photography must transform in the digital era
Youth and Sports Minister Erick Thohir says sports photographers must adapt to digital disruption and work with digital platforms and related industries to build a sustainable business ecosystem. He also argues that sport, tourism and industry should reinforce one another economically, while photographer Tjandra Moh Amin hopes his images will preserve the history and regional impact of cycling events for future generations.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:18 WIB
Rp6.3 Trillion in Commitments: Tin, AI Data Centres and Heavy Equipment
Indonesia secured investment commitments worth US$385.1 million at a London forum, spanning tin processing, an AI data centre in Batang and heavy-equipment assembly in Jakarta. Their significance lies less in their scale than in whether they translate into permits and actual spending, amid a weak rupiah, costly global financing and questions over power supply and institutional governance.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:18 WIB
PDIP Holds Soekarno Run to Build Young People’s Courage
PDI Perjuangan (PDIP) says its Soekarno Run is intended to foster confidence, independent thinking and public service among young people, drawing on the values of Indonesia’s founding generation. The 2026 event in Blitar, held ahead of Heroes Day, has registered 4,200 participants, including 135 professional athletes, and features 5km and 10km routes through sites associated with Soekarno.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:16 WIB
PDI-P insists Soekarno Run is not aimed at electoral gains
PDI-P says its Soekarno Run event in Blitar is intended to pass on the spirit of national struggle to young people, rather than attract voters. The 5km and 10km event drew 4,200 participants, and Blitar’s regent expects visitors from outside the area to support the local economy.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:15 WIB
Hundreds of Vulnerable Residents in Jepara Enrolled in JKN Programme
A total of 531 vulnerable residents in Jepara, Central Java, have been registered for the National Health Insurance (JKN) programme, with the local police helping broaden access. BPJS Kesehatan’s supervisory board has called for stronger cooperation with the regional government to advance Universal Health Coverage and ensure residents facing financial or administrative barriers retain access to healthcare.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:15 WIB
Where a Tsunami Could Reach 1.8 Metres in Jakarta After a Megathrust Rupture
BRIN researcher Nuraini Rahma Hanifa says a rupture along the southern Java megathrust could generate a tsunami reaching Jakarta’s northern coast, with waves estimated at 1–1.8 metres and arrival in about two and a half hours. Simulations indicate waves could reach 20 metres along southern Java, underscoring the need for disaster preparedness and stronger buildings in densely populated areas.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:14 WIB
Yesterday’s legal news: wildlife trafficking and the Interception Bill
A roundup of legal developments on 7 October includes authorities’ seizure of 128 wild animals suspected of being linked to illegal trade in Sorong and calls to speed up deliberations on an Interception Bill. The stories also cover alleged illegal surveillance involving a former police chief, a new law expanding oversight of overseas internships, and concerns that wiretapping the president could amount to treason if it threatens national sovereignty.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:11 WIB
Politics Yesterday: Bahlil Prepares Legal Notice as KPU Says Election Verification Followed Rules
Political developments on 7 October included Bahlil Lahadalia’s denial of involvement in alleged illegal surveillance of President Prabowo Subianto and his readiness to issue legal notices to those linking him to the case. The roundup also covers the government’s reported progress in building Sekolah Rakyat, calls for a thorough investigation into the surveillance allegations, recovery of a helicopter flight-data recorder, and the KPU chief’s assertion that election verification complied with the law.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:00 WIB
Pelni Prepares 414,630 Discounted Tickets for Christmas and New Year
Pelni will offer 414,630 discounted tickets for domestic economy-class sailings during the 2026 Christmas and 2027 New Year holiday period, with fares reduced by up to 30 per cent. The government-backed discount applies to the base ticket fare only, and passengers are urged to book through official channels before the limited allocation runs out.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:00 WIB
BNN’s Vape Findings Raise Alarm as BPOM Also Detects Illegal Drugs
Indonesia’s National Narcotics Agency (BNN) says laboratory tests found narcotics in 99 per cent of vape-liquid samples tested in 2026, with drugs ranging from cannabis compounds and methamphetamine to etomidate and ketamine. BPOM says etomidate-containing vape products are illegal, while agencies are calling for stronger regulation as authorities uncover large-scale trafficking and illicit cartridge-filling operations.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:00 WIB
Former Kostrad Commander Condemns Alleged Tapping of President, Calls It Treason
Former Kostrad commander and North Sumatra governor Edy Rahmayadi has condemned allegations that former National Police chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo and others tapped President Prabowo Subianto and several officials, describing the alleged act as treason. Edy said the conduct violated logic and ethics and could destabilise politics, although the allegations had not yet been established in the article.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 07:00 WIB
BMKG Forecasts Rain in Several Parts of Indonesia on Sunday: See the List
Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) forecasts rain across several cities on Sunday, 8 November, with conditions ranging from light to moderate showers and thunderstorms possible in Padang and Merauke. The forecast also indicates haze or mist in a number of locations and cloudy conditions in several other cities.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:59 WIB
Eight Days of Asian Cinema in Jogja: JAFF to Screen 254 Films from 34 Countries
The 21st Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival will run in Yogyakarta from 28 November to 5 December 2026 under the theme “Influx”, featuring 254 films from 34 countries alongside workshops and discussions. The programme includes international and Indonesian competitions, with awards recognising work across filmmaking disciplines.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:58 WIB
KCI Responds to Complaints About Eight-Car KRL Trains for Bekasi–Cikarang Commuters
KAI Commuter Indonesia (KCI) has apologised for overcrowding on some Bekasi–Cikarang services, explaining that train formations depend on the availability and readiness of rolling stock. The complaints come as commuter ridership continues to rise, with 303.79 million journeys recorded from January to October 2026 and 89 trainsets deployed for 1,065 weekday trips across Jabodetabek.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:53 WIB
PAM JAYA Installs Water Purifier at Boxing Ring in East Jakarta’s Kampung Melayu
PAM JAYA has installed a water purifier to provide drinking water at a boxing facility beneath the Kampung Melayu flyover in East Jakarta. The initiative forms part of the utility’s efforts to promote public health and youth development, with similar sports facilities planned for Cipinang and North Jakarta.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:48 WIB
A Week of News: Firefighting Helicopter Crashes and Crackdown on Illegal Hajj Brokers
A TNI Army helicopter crashed in Central Kalimantan while on a mission to extinguish forest and land fires, among the week’s notable humanitarian news. Other reports cover the Religious Affairs Ministry’s 2026 in-service teacher certification intake, calls for sensitivity over a Madiun murder case, assurances that nutrition programme staff salaries will not be cut, and Indonesia’s support for Saudi action against illegal Hajj brokers.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:45 WIB
Mobile SIM Service Available at Two Jakarta Locations on Sunday
Jakarta’s mobile driving-licence service will operate at two locations on Sunday from 7am to noon, offering renewals for valid SIM A and SIM C licences. Renewal fees are Rp80,000 for SIM A and Rp75,000 for SIM C, with additional charges for psychological and medical checks.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:45 WIB
BMKG: Light rain possible in several cities on Sunday
Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) forecasts light rain in numerous cities across the country on Sunday. Cloudy or overcast conditions and mist are also expected in several areas, including Java, Kalimantan and Papua.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:45 WIB
Five Indonesian Companies Operating the Most ODOL Trucks Revealed
Indonesia’s land transport authority recorded more than 676,000 freight vehicles committing violations between January and 30 October 2026, with documentation and overloading offences accounting for most cases. The agency named five companies with the highest numbers of recorded violations as it steps up monitoring towards the government’s 2027 zero-ODOL target.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:42 WIB
Energy Ministry Transfers Former MHU Mine Land for Kopassus Base
Indonesia’s Energy and Mineral Resources Ministry has transferred 102 state-owned plots, covering 137.1 hectares and valued at Rp70.68 billion, to the Defence Ministry. The former coal-mining land in East Kalimantan will support facilities and operations for Kopassus Group 4, illustrating how state assets from the energy sector can be repurposed for national strategic needs.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:41 WIB
DKPP Receives Five Complaints Against KPU over Gibran’s Education Credentials
The Election Organisers’ Honour Council (DKPP) says it has received five complaints concerning the KPU’s handling of Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s vice-presidential candidacy in the 2024 election. Two complaints meet the substantive requirements and are set to proceed to hearings, amid allegations that the KPU improperly accepted Gibran’s education-equivalency document and obstructed electoral oversight.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:40 WIB
Ari Dwipayana Welcomes UNESCO Recognition for Kidung Bhuwana Winasa
Ari Dwipayana has welcomed UNESCO’s recognition of the Balinese literary work Kidung Bhuwana Winasa as part of the Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific programme. He said the manuscript preserves difficult chapters of Balinese and Lombok history and should be brought to wider audiences through research, translation, education and cultural work, as a reminder of the importance of unity and peace.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:37 WIB
Jakarta Air Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups on Sunday Morning
Jakarta’s air quality was rated unhealthy for sensitive groups early on Sunday, with an air-quality index of 144 and PM2.5 concentrations 10.6 times the World Health Organization’s annual guideline. The report recommends precautions for vulnerable residents and highlights calls to strengthen air-quality monitoring and pollution-control planning in the capital.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:31 WIB
Major Investors Move into Nusantara: Names and Projects Revealed
The Nusantara Capital Authority has signed agreements covering eight civil-servant apartment towers worth Rp2.629 trillion and five private investments totalling Rp1.11 trillion. The projects span housing, food production, commercial and leisure facilities, and furniture, reflecting the government’s effort to finance the new capital through public-private partnerships and private capital while creating local jobs.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:30 WIB
Raw Meat and Blood: What Makes Bali’s Lawar Plek Unique
Lawar plek, a traditional dish associated with Ketewel in Gianyar, is made with raw pork and fresh blood and is closely tied to Bali’s communal ngelawar tradition. Studies cited in the article found microbial levels above recommended limits in samples from local eateries, highlighting food-safety concerns despite the dish’s cultural significance and popularity with visitors.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:30 WIB
Trans-Sumatra Toll Road to Reach Bukittinggi-Sicincin: Route Details Revealed
Hutama Karya has introduced preliminary plans for the Bukittinggi-Sicincin section of the Pekanbaru-Padang toll road, which would extend the operating Padang-Sicincin route and connect Padang with Pekanbaru. The project remains in the planning stage, with land-acquisition preparations and public consultations still to come; its proposed tunnel through the Bukit Barisan is intended to provide a safer, more reliable alternative while supporting local jobs and businesses.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:27 WIB
A week in crime: police probe ‘hired students’ as toddler dies after abuse
A roundup of crime and security incidents in Jakarta includes a police investigation into alleged ‘hired students’ at a Youth Pledge Day event, the seizure of 44.1 kilograms of cannabis, and an inquiry into a restaurant fire. It also covers former president Joko Widodo’s testimony about his university graduation and the naming of two suspects in the fatal abuse of a two-year-old girl.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:20 WIB
BNPB: 1,430 Hectares of Land Still Burning, Most in South Papua
Indonesia still has an estimated 1,430 hectares of land burning, although the figure has fallen sharply since 5 November, according to BNPB. South Papua has the highest number of hotspots, while authorities are also preparing for floods and landslides as the rainy season approaches.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:20 WIB
DKI Jakarta in Review: Fuel Supplies Secure and Fire at Gambir Station
Jakarta’s provincial government said food and fuel stocks in the capital were secure, while health officials reported detecting and treating thousands of tuberculosis cases in West Jakarta. The weekly roundup also covers flood-warning preparations for the 2026/2027 rainy season, plans for a boxing facility to curb brawls in Manggarai, and the lack of disruption to train services after a fire at Gambir Station.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:15 WIB
Megathrust Rupture Could Send 1.8-Metre Tsunami to Jakarta Within Hours
A BRIN researcher says a rupture along the southern Java megathrust could generate a tsunami up to 20 metres high, with waves reaching Jakarta’s northern coast at up to 1.8 metres after about two and a half hours. The warning underscores the broad coastal risks posed by a major earthquake, including in Banten and Lampung, and the need for public preparedness.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:05 WIB
US Measles Cases Top 5,000 in 2026
The US has reported 5,164 measles cases across 47 jurisdictions so far in 2026, with 18 additional cases among international visitors; 562 patients have been hospitalised. The total is more than twice last year’s figure and the highest annual count since 1991, as a measles-related infant death in Wisconsin underscores the risks amid declining kindergarten vaccination coverage.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:00 WIB
Malaysia Showcases High-Speed Rail Rival to Whoosh: Here’s What It Looks Like
Malaysia is preparing to launch the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL), a passenger and freight railway connecting four states from Kota Bharu to Port Klang. Its first section is scheduled to open in January 2027, followed by the Gombak–Port Klang section in January 2028; the project is expected to improve connectivity and support logistics and economic growth along the corridor.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:00 WIB
After Supreme Court Ruling on Gibran’s Certificate, Denny Indrayana Voices Concern: ‘It Must Be Anticipated’
Former deputy law minister Denny Indrayana has warned of possible interference in a Supreme Court ruling concerning Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s certificate and urged the court to publish the full decision. The ruling’s operative part was posted on the court’s website, but its full legal reasoning had not been made public by 6 November; separately, the House of Representatives says it will address a proposed inquiry into Gibran’s diploma issue after its recess ends.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 06:00 WIB
Danareksa Secures Rp2.5 Trillion Investment Commitments from UK and Dutch Investors
PT Danareksa (Persero), Indonesia’s industrial estate holding company, secured investment commitments worth around Rp2.5 trillion at the Indonesia Investment Forum 2026 in London. The agreements cover industrial land at Jakarta Industrial Estate Pulogadung and digital infrastructure development at the Industropolis Batang Special Economic Zone, with the projects expected to support jobs, industrial transformation and regional growth.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 05:57 WIB
Police Investigate Who Ordered Listyo Sigit and Others to Tap Prabowo
Indonesia’s police are investigating who ordered an alleged illegal wiretapping operation targeting President Prabowo Subianto and other public figures, after four police generals were named as suspects. The House of Representatives’ Commission III has backed a full investigation, saying the reported 6,000 surveillance targets point to a serious crime and demanding that everyone involved, including those who ordered or benefited from it, be held accountable.