Archive: 8 November 2026
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Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:39 WIB
Central Java Government: Tile Production Drive to Involve 17 Local Small and Medium Industries
Central Java is preparing to produce one million roof tiles for the national tile-making programme, with 17 local small and medium industries (IKM) having passed reliability tests and certification. The provincial government is arranging distribution and procurement details with the Ministry of Housing and Settlement Areas, while offering financing and production support to participating businesses.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:37 WIB
Agriculture Minister Amran: Farm machinery aid is free; report any violations
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has stressed that government-distributed agricultural machinery is provided free of charge and must reach farmers who need it. The government is investigating reports of misuse and urges the public to report suspected distribution irregularities so they can be verified and addressed.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:34 WIB
Kepri Police Uncover Circulation of 429 Vape Cartridges Containing Etomidate
Police in Indonesia’s Riau Islands have detained two men and seized 429 vape cartridges suspected of containing etomidate, including 427 cartridges filled with liquid. Investigators are tracing the supply chain, including a reported source in Johor, Malaysia, and probing possible links to a cross-border narcotics network.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:30 WIB
Major Transport Ticket Discounts Launch Ahead of Christmas and New Year Holiday
The government has launched transport fare discounts for the 2026/2027 Christmas and New Year holiday period as part of efforts to support purchasing power and economic growth. Discounts range from 11–12% on airfares to 30% on certain train and ferry tickets, while port charges for ASDP crossings will be fully discounted.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:30 WIB
Migrant Worker from Cililin Allegedly Detained in UAE Found Safe
West Java’s manpower agency says Sri Nurhaida Pratiwi, an Indonesian migrant worker from West Bandung who was allegedly held against her will in the UAE, has been found safe and is receiving assistance. Her return will follow police examinations, as authorities investigate suspected human trafficking and an allegedly non-procedural departure.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:28 WIB
Houthis Attack Riyadh, Damaging Saudi Aramco Building
A Houthi attack on Riyadh caused minor damage to an administrative building belonging to Saudi Aramco, but no casualties were reported. Saudi authorities briefly issued and then lifted a public safety warning, while Houthi-run media reported a separate toll of 33 deaths and 39 injuries in Saturday’s events.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:27 WIB
Bali launches free electric bus service on Trans Sarbagita route
Bali has begun a free trial of 11 government-owned electric buses on a route connecting Denpasar’s Ngurah Rai Sports Hall with the Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park, with 10 buses operating daily and one held in reserve. The trial will run until the end of 2026 and is intended to promote public transport and zero-emission mobility; the fleet was funded through a South Korean government grant in partnership with Bappenas and the Global Green Growth Institute.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:26 WIB
DPD Secretary-General Urges Awards Finalists to Keep Fostering Regional Potential
DPD RI Secretary-General Mohammad Iqbal urged finalists of the 2026 DPD RI Awards to keep developing regional potential and strengthening local networks. He said the Senate would elevate regional ideas and innovations to the national level so they could inform practical policy-making.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:25 WIB
Garuda and Citilink Prepare One Million Seats for Year-End Holiday
Garuda Indonesia and its subsidiary Citilink will make up to one million seats available between 22 December 2026 and 10 January 2027 to meet higher demand during the Christmas and New Year holiday period. The government’s airfare stimulus applies to both state-owned and private airlines, with ticket sales under the programme having opened on 23 October.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:23 WIB
PAN Proposes DPR Use Right to Express an Opinion Over Gibran’s Position
PAN has proposed that the House of Representatives (DPR) invoke its constitutional right to express an opinion if Vice-President Gibran Rakabuming Raka does not resign following a Supreme Court ruling concerning his high-school equivalency certificate. The proposal follows a decision granting a challenge to the certificate’s validity, though the article reports the party’s interpretation of the ruling and its implications for Gibran’s eligibility.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:19 WIB
Indonesia Receives Australian Assistance to Tackle Forest and Land Fires in East Kalimantan, Targeting Blazes Near Settlements
Australian aerial firefighting support has begun targeting forest and land fires in East Kutai, East Kalimantan, where flames have burned about four hectares and smoke has reached residential areas. Two aircraft are supporting the operation, with authorities prioritising emergency hotspots based on fire size, urgency and proximity to homes.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:19 WIB
BGN Begins Grading SPPGs to Safeguard MBG Food Safety
Indonesia’s National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has begun assessing Nutrition Fulfilment Service Units (SPPGs) in areas where kitchen numbers exceed service capacity, starting with Java. The grading is intended to improve food safety and ensure that free nutritious meals are distributed more evenly by aligning kitchen capacity with local beneficiary needs.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:15 WIB
Treasures Indonesia Is Set to Receive from the Netherlands: A Diamond and a Qur’an
The Netherlands has agreed to return 20 Indonesian artefacts seized during the colonial period, including the 38-carat Banjarmasin Diamond, a Qur’an associated with Acehnese resistance leader Teuku Umar and other historic objects. The artefacts are expected to be handed over in early 2027, as part of wider efforts to address historical injustice and repatriate cultural heritage.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:12 WIB
Five simple habits that can boost confidence
Psychologist Alicia H. Clark says confidence can be strengthened through everyday practices, including realistic expectations, accepting disappointment and maintaining self-care. Recognising personal limits and setting boundaries can also help people manage pressure and reduce the risk of burnout.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:12 WIB
Australian Aid Targets Wildfire Hotspots in East Kutai
Australian government assistance is being used for aerial water-bombing operations against forest and land fires in East Kutai, East Kalimantan. Authorities are prioritising fires near residential areas, where dry conditions have helped flames spread and smoke has reached settlements.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:04 WIB
Teenage Girl Dies After Grandmother Sets Her Alight
A 17-year-old girl who suffered burns to 80 per cent of her body after her grandmother allegedly set her alight in Depok has died after more than a week in a coma. Witnesses and the victim’s lawyer say she had allegedly endured repeated abuse, including beatings and being forcibly shaved, before the fatal attack.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:01 WIB
Prabowo Meets 10 Former National Police Chiefs in Hambalang: Who Are They?
President Prabowo Subianto met 10 former National Police chiefs at his residence in Hambalang, Bogor, alongside the serving police chief and the Indonesian military commander. The gathering was described as a forum for exchanging views on current issues and sharing experience across generations of police leadership.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:00 WIB
13 Megathrust Zones Threaten Indonesia, Potentially Triggering Magnitude 8.9 Earthquakes and 20-Metre Tsunamis
Researchers warn that Indonesia’s megathrust zones could generate powerful earthquakes and tsunamis, with modelling suggesting waves as high as 20 metres in Pangandaran and 1.8 metres on Jakarta’s north coast. The article outlines 13 major zones, including a newly identified Cotabato Trench segment, while stressing that these are worst-case scientific scenarios rather than forecasts of when an event will occur.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 21:00 WIB
ASEAN Society for Medical Law Officially Established, Fajri Israq Named Its First Chair
The ASEAN Society for Medical Law was established in Batam, with Indonesian academic and hospital director Fajri Israq elected as its first chair. Indonesia will host the organisation’s inaugural congress in 2027, as delegates seek stronger regional cooperation and medical-law frameworks that better address patient and healthcare-worker rights.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:57 WIB
Bo’ Sangaji Kai: Bima’s Knowledge Heritage That Resonates Across the World
Bo’ Sangaji Kai, a centuries-old chronicle of the Bima Kingdom and Sultanate, has been included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register for Asia and the Pacific. Its records—from the 1815 Mount Tambora eruption to laws, trade, governance and social customs—offer an important local perspective on regional and world history.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:54 WIB
Jragung Dam in Central Java Nears 100% Completion
Construction of the Jragung Dam, built by state-owned Waskita Karya, is nearing completion, with initial reservoir filling carried out in September 2026 and final erosion-control works under way. The dam is expected to support irrigation, drinking-water supplies and renewable energy generation, while also offering potential economic benefits through agrotourism.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:53 WIB
Family Found Unconscious in Car in Karawang; Mystical Disturbance Suspected
A family was found unconscious in a car after a similar incident at the Cipularang Toll Road’s KM 88A rest area, where staff rescued four occupants and medical checks reportedly found no signs of poisoning. The rest-area manager said the incident recurred in Klari, Karawang, with another person also losing consciousness, while attributing the cause to a “mystical” disturbance.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:52 WIB
DPD Secretary-General Welcomes DPD RI Awards Finalists: Regional Innovation Is a Spark of Hope
DPD RI Secretary-General Mohammad Iqbal said innovations originating in the regions could be developed into national solutions and policy. He described the 2026 awards as a platform for connecting local initiatives with decision-makers and urged finalists to join the DPD’s network of regional advocates.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:48 WIB
Riau Deputy Police Chief: There Must Be No Barriers Between Police and the Public
Riau Deputy Police Chief Brigadier General Simson Zet Ringu urged police to strengthen their ties with the public during a visit to an HKBP church in Pekanbaru. The visit, held as part of the Riau Police’s Minggu Kasih programme, was intended to encourage trust, open communication and a stronger partnership in maintaining public security.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:48 WIB
PERADI Profesional and UI Strengthen Collaboration Between Legal Practitioners and Academics
PERADI Profesional and the University of Indonesia (UI) used a 2026 networking golf tournament to strengthen ties among legal practitioners, academics, businesses and other stakeholders. The organisations say the event is part of broader cooperation aimed at improving legal education, professional competence and human resources, with plans to expand practical programmes benefiting the public.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:47 WIB
Children as Young as Four Dance to Save the Forest
Children aged four and above from the Kencana Mas dance association have staged a performance in Jakarta highlighting forest destruction and the health risks of haze. Its creators built the production around children’s own responses to forest and land fires, aiming to foster awareness of the importance of protecting Indonesia’s forests from an early age.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:47 WIB
ZIS Collection in Central Jakarta Reaches Rp51.92 Billion
Baznas Bazis Central Jakarta has collected Rp51.92 billion in zakat, infaq and alms (ZIS) by 5 November 2026, reaching 105 per cent of its Rp49 billion annual target. The funds support social assistance and community empowerment programmes, including scholarships, housing renovations and help for students, with contributions from more than 5,400 civil servants.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:46 WIB
Prabowo and 10 Former National Police Chiefs Exchange Views on Current Issues
President Prabowo Subianto met 10 former National Police chiefs at his residence in Hambalang to discuss current issues and exchange experience across generations of police leadership. The meeting came amid an investigation into alleged illegal wiretapping and unlawful access to electronic transactions, in which several police officers, including former chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo, have been named suspects.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:46 WIB
Axes and fuel found in East Jakarta mosque attack case
Police say they found axes, a dagger, LPG cylinders and petrol believed to have been prepared by a suspect in an attack at Darul Ma’arif Mosque in East Jakarta. Three worshippers were injured, and investigators are examining whether the items point to prior planning.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:45 WIB
Cape Town Arts Group Performs Indonesian Traditional Dances at IFM 2026
A Cape Town performing arts group presented dances from several Indonesian regions at the Indonesian Folk Market, which attracted 4,088 visitors. The event combined cultural performances with Indonesian food and product showcases, supporting people-to-people ties and promoting Indonesian goods in South Africa.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:45 WIB
Global Food Prices Fall, but Indonesia Sees the Opposite
The FAO Food Price Index fell by 1.2% in October 2026, led by declines in cereal, dairy and meat prices, although sugar prices surged. In Indonesia, food, drink and tobacco prices rose by 0.51% month on month, highlighting how global price trends do not necessarily translate directly to domestic inflation.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:44 WIB
UMS Opens 2027/2028 Admissions, Offering Multiple Selection Routes and Scholarships
Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) opened admissions for the 2027/2028 academic year on 2 November 2026 and had received 732 applications in its first week. The university is targeting 8,000 new students and will offer several scholarship schemes from January, including support for high-achieving applicants and those facing financial hardship.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:43 WIB
Chusnunia Urges Sustainable Tourism That Delivers Economic Benefits
Deputy Chair of Commission VII of the House of Representatives Chusnunia Chalim has called for tourism development to deliver measurable benefits for local economies, communities and the environment, rather than focusing solely on visitor numbers. Indonesia’s tourism investment reached Rp73.56 trillion in 2025, up 56.05 per cent year on year, and she said its impact should be assessed by factors including local hiring, SME participation and spending retained in destination areas.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:43 WIB
Amran Urges Businesses to Comply with Price Caps and Avoid Food-Trade Fraud
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has urged food businesses to observe government-set maximum retail prices and stop fraudulent practices, including rice adulteration and misuse of subsidised rice. The government will strengthen enforcement of rice-trade rules to protect consumers and farmers and maintain national food stability.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:42 WIB
East Kutai Designer Raises Forest and Land Fires Issue Through Fashion
East Kutai designer Yusi Nudya Rohman has used her By.Yunra label to highlight the threat of forest and land fires in East Kalimantan through a collection shown at Mahakarya Etam Festival 2026. Inspired by dry forest branches, the collection uses fashion as a means of raising public awareness about environmental vulnerability and the need to protect forests.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:40 WIB
Deadly Kraków Shooting Exposes Ideological Obsession
A gunman killed six people in Kraków and injured 17 others, including two police officers, before being shot by officers and taken to hospital in critical condition. Poland has declared two days of national mourning and tightened security; officials say the suspect was obsessed with far-right ideology, while the investigation continues into the deaths of his family members.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:36 WIB
UNAS Dean Outlines Islamic Ethics at Spiritual Ecology Forum 2026 in Taiwan
Universitas Nasional (UNAS) Dean of Biology and Agriculture Dr Fachruddin M. Mangunjaya presented Islamic perspectives on ecological responsibility at the International Spiritual Ecology Forum 2026 in Taiwan. Drawing on Indonesian examples such as the Ekopesantren movement, MUI environmental fatwas and ecological waqf, he highlighted how religious principles can inform practical conservation and collective action.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:34 WIB
Prabowo Meets Former National Police Chiefs in Hambalang, Jokes About a Moustache
President Prabowo Subianto met several former National Police chiefs at his residence in Hambalang, with senior government and military officials also in attendance. The meeting’s agenda was not disclosed, though Prabowo exchanged light-hearted remarks with the former chiefs.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:33 WIB
Pelni’s Mimika Branch Prepares Three Vessels for Christmas 2026 Homecoming Travel
Pelni’s Timika branch will deploy three ships on scheduled sailings in December to serve passengers travelling home for Christmas from Pomako Port in Mimika. The branch head expects about 1,000 passengers, urges travellers to spread bookings across the available dates and calls for additional vessels and basic passenger facilities at the port.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:30 WIB
UNPAD Patriot Expedition Team Develops Iha Language Module with West Papua’s Bomberay Traditional Council
The Patriot Expedition Team from Padjadjaran University and the Mbaham Matta Fakfak Traditional Council have developed an Iha language module for primary pupils in Bomberay, West Papua. The initiative combines local-language learning with lessons on patriotism and character, aiming to help preserve Iha as part of the community’s cultural identity.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:30 WIB
AI Glasses to Launch in Indonesia on 11 November: Brands and Prices
Meta’s Ray-Ban and Oakley AI smart glasses are set to go on sale in Indonesia on 11 November 2026, with prices starting at Rp8 million. The range includes prescription-capable Ray-Ban models and Oakley variants designed for sports, with features such as hands-free cameras, open-ear audio and performance monitoring.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:28 WIB
List of 10 Former National Police Chiefs Who Met Prabowo in Hambalang
President Prabowo Subianto met ten former National Police chiefs at his residence in Hambalang, alongside the current police chief and the Indonesian military commander. The gathering was described as a friendship meeting and an opportunity to exchange views and leadership experience across generations.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:28 WIB
NASA to Launch PROMISE Rover to the Moon’s South Pole in 2028
NASA is developing the nuclear-powered, six-wheeled PROMISE rover, which is scheduled to land at the Moon’s South Pole after a launch targeted for late 2028. The 18-month mission will investigate lunar ice and other resources, with Blue Origin awarded a US$94 million base contract to deliver the rover.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:26 WIB
Cimahi Workers Seek 9.5% Increase in 2027 City Minimum Wage
Workers in Cimahi, West Java, are seeking a 9.5 per cent increase in the city’s minimum wage for 2027, saying the current level does not adequately cover the needs of families amid rising prices. The proposal remains provisional as unions and local authorities await the province’s 2027 minimum wage before setting a city-level figure.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:25 WIB
Aceh’s Small-Scale Salt Industry Revives with Fisheries Ministry Support
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries has handed over 15 salt-boiling facilities to coastal communities in Bireuen as part of post-disaster recovery, with plans for 506 facilities across five Aceh regencies. The new equipment has helped raise reported output per boiling cycle, potentially boosting salt producers’ incomes and restoring livelihoods.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:24 WIB
Indonesia Calls for Global Cooperation to Combat Illegal Fishing
Indonesia is urging stronger regional and global cooperation to tackle illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and strengthen ocean governance. At an international symposium in China, Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Minister Sakti Wahyu Trenggono also set out the country’s blue-economy priorities and backed effective implementation of the BBNJ biodiversity treaty.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:23 WIB
Brazil Investigates Alleged US and Israeli Assistance in Bolsonaro’s Escape
Brazilian police are investigating reports that agents linked to the United States, Argentina and Israel helped Flavio Bolsonaro flee Brazil after losing the presidential election. Bolsonaro says he sought asylum in the US because he believes Brazil’s democratic institutions are failing, while Brazilian authorities say the chances of bringing him back are effectively zero.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:22 WIB
Water-rescue training for journalists
Basarnas Ternate trained 21 journalists in water rescue, first aid and emergency survival skills at Sulamadaha Beach. The programme aims to improve participants’ preparedness to assist with rescues in the water.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:18 WIB
KKP Boosts Small-Scale Salt Production Capacity in Aceh After Disasters
Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries has increased the capacity of community salt production in Bireuen, Aceh, by installing larger salt-boiling facilities as part of post-disaster economic recovery. Fifteen units have been handed over, with 506 planned across five districts, to help restore output and strengthen coastal livelihoods.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:17 WIB
Ten Damri Buses Gutted by Fire in Bandung
A fire at a Damri depot on Jalan Kebon Kawung in Bandung destroyed 10 buses that were no longer in service and affected 13 nearby homes. Fire crews were alerted at about 4.27pm and went to the site to extinguish the blaze.