Archive: 8 November 2026
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Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:16 WIB
Baby Girl’s Body Found in a Box on Gianyar’s Cucukan Beach
Residents in Gianyar, Bali, found the body of an unidentified baby girl in a mineral-water carton on Cucukan Beach. Police say the baby appeared fully formed and had no visible abnormalities; the body has been taken to hospital as investigators seek to establish the infant’s identity and who was responsible.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:16 WIB
Houthis Attack Saudi Capital, Target Aramco Building
Saudi Arabia said an attempted attack on a Saudi Aramco building in Riyadh caused limited structural damage but no casualties. Air defences intercepted several missiles and a drone, while the Houthis have not claimed responsibility for the latest incident.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:15 WIB
Fire at Damri Depot in Bandung Destroys 10 Buses
A fire at a Damri bus depot in Bandung destroyed at least 10 buses and affected 13 nearby homes. One resident suffered breathing difficulties; authorities are investigating the cause, while firefighters continued cooling the site into the evening.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:15 WIB
BPS and Jasa Marga Integrate Data, with 70% of Toll Road Traffic Now Reflected in Statistics
Statistics Indonesia (BPS) and toll-road operator Jasa Marga have agreed to integrate and exchange toll traffic data, which already covers about 70% of traffic on the country’s toll roads. The partnership is intended to improve economic and mobility analysis, strengthen the accuracy of official statistics and support modelling and forecasts without relying solely on survey results.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:13 WIB
Association Urges Incentives for Sugarcane Farmers to Strengthen National Sugar Industry
The Indonesian Sugarcane Farmers Association (APTRI) is urging the government to increase incentives for growers and avoid raising raw sugar imports in 2027, saying these steps would support production, crop quality and local farmers’ market access. APTRI says sugarcane output and refined white sugar supplies have remained adequate, while the Indonesian Refined Sugar Association says its members will comply with government policy and meet domestic industry demand.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:12 WIB
Kulon Progo Farmers Can Easily Transport Harvests After Farm Road Opens
Farmers in Blubuk, Kulon Progo, can now transport their crops more easily following the opening of a 1.2-kilometre farm road linking the area to Embung Blubuk. The project, developed through community self-help and supported by around Rp500 million in Pertamina corporate social responsibility funding, is part of local efforts to strengthen food security and rural agricultural infrastructure.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:08 WIB
Navigator of Heli Fighting Forest Fires Found Dead in Barito
A helicopter navigator who went missing after a Super Puma crashed during a forest and land-fire suppression mission in South Kalimantan has been found dead. The other two crew members survived, and authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:07 WIB
Housing Minister: Roof-Tile Programme Revives Majalengka’s Tile-Making SMEs
Housing Minister Maruarar Sirait says President Prabowo’s roof-tile programme has generated an order for 2.4 million tiles from small businesses in Jatiwangi, Majalengka, and represents a significant boost for the local industry. The ministry says it plans to place an order for a further three million tiles next year, with the programme intended to extend the economic benefits of public housing construction to local businesses.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:05 WIB
Gianyar Regency Government Optimises Rice Planting Area to Support Food Self-Sufficiency
Gianyar Regency is coordinating with agricultural extension officers and farmers to expand rice planting as part of Indonesia’s drive for national food self-sufficiency by 2026. Officials say the effort also aims to sustain production and strengthen local food security, alongside modernising farming and improving irrigation infrastructure.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:02 WIB
Prabowo gathers 10 former police chiefs amid wiretap investigation
President Prabowo Subianto met 10 former National Police chiefs alongside senior government, military and intelligence officials as authorities investigate alleged illegal wiretapping targeting the president and others. A former police chief and three other senior officers have been named suspects, while the investigation has prompted calls for regulatory review and a transparent probe.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:02 WIB
Boy Falls into 27-Metre Well in Bogor; Firefighters Called to Help
A 12-year-old boy was rescued after falling into a 27-metre-deep well in Tamansari, Bogor Regency, while reportedly trying to pick mangosteens. Firefighters used specialist equipment to evacuate him in about 10 minutes, and he survived.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:02 WIB
IRGC Establishes Underground Facilities to Produce Missiles and Drones
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says its aerospace division has moved missile and drone production underground and is continuing to extend the range of its missiles. The announcement comes amid heightened US military threats and reports of strikes on Qeshm Island, with Tehran warning of a military response to any further attacks.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:02 WIB
Stand Up Indo President Says Oki Rengga Is Entirely at Fault in Forest-Fire Banner Dispute
Stand Up Indo president Adjis Doaibu said comedian Oki Rengga was wholly at fault for intervening in a dispute over a banner about forest and land fires at a football match. The incident went viral after footage showed Oki arguing with supporters, prompting speculation that he was trying to stop them from voicing social criticism.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:00 WIB
Foreign Investors Increasingly Eye Indonesia’s Services Sector: The Evidence
Foreign direct investment (FDI) in Indonesia’s ‘other services’ category rose 86.02% year on year to Rp100.4 trillion in January–September 2026, making it the country’s second-largest recipient of foreign investment. West Java accounted for Rp53.6 trillion, amid data centre expansion, while analysts warned that weakening domestic investment and business conditions require attention to sustain balanced growth.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:00 WIB
Waqf Run 2026: BWI Raises Funds for Forests
The Indonesian Waqf Board (BWI) is using its third annual Waqf Run to engage the public, especially young people, in forest conservation through Green Waqf. Of the Rp300,000 registration fee, Rp50,000 will be allocated to the programme, with funds managed through the Mosaic foundation; the initiative also aims to broaden understanding of waqf beyond property donations and support sustainable development.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:00 WIB
The World Is Becoming More Dependent on Pesticides, Despite the Flowers That Protect Crops
Global agricultural pesticide use reached 3.92 million tonnes of active ingredients in 2024, prompting concerns about effects on soil, water and biodiversity. The article outlines refugia—companion plants that support natural pest predators—as a sustainable approach, citing a Gorontalo study in which maize yields and farmers’ income were higher than under conventional methods.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 20:00 WIB
Amid Talk of an Extraordinary Congress, Golkar Women Reaffirm Solid Support for Bahlil
Golkar’s women’s wing has reaffirmed its support for party chairman Bahlil Lahadalia amid speculation about an extraordinary party congress. Hetifah Sjaifudian urged members not to be swayed by unverified reports and said the party should focus on consolidation, grassroots work and expanding women’s participation.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:57 WIB
PKP Ministry and Local Governments Responsible for Settling Payments to Tile-Truck Drivers
Housing Minister Maruarar Sirait and the West Java and Majalengka administrations have pledged to settle outstanding payments owed to 136 truck drivers and assistants involved in a major Jatiwangi tile delivery programme. The programme placed an order for 2.4 million tiles and is intended to strengthen local small businesses, while the payment dispute has been attributed to an administrative misunderstanding.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:56 WIB
Prabowo Meets 10 Former National Police Chiefs in Hambalang, Including Tito Karnavian and Da’i Bachtiar
President Prabowo Subianto hosted the serving National Police chief and 10 former police chiefs at his residence in Hambalang for a gathering and discussion of current issues. The meeting brought together leaders from different generations, with several senior ministers and the military commander also in attendance.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:56 WIB
Mercedes-Benz Delays Plans to Produce GLC in the US
Mercedes-Benz has pushed back its plan to build the GLC in the United States, with production now potentially not starting until May 2030 rather than 2027. The delay comes as the company faces a 15 per cent tariff on European-made SUVs, despite a proposed US manufacturing tariff reduction, and could affect its net profit.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:55 WIB
Joint funding proposed to sustain community reading parks, says MPR deputy speaker
MPR Deputy Speaker Lestari Moerdijat has called for a transparent, sustainable mix of funding to support community reading parks (TBM), following a survey that found many centres lack adequate book collections despite strong child readership. She said cuts to the National Library’s 2026 budget had halted a book-distribution programme and urged local governments, publishers and universities to help fund literacy services.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:54 WIB
CENTCOM: US forces disable commercial cargo ship in Gulf of Oman
US Central Command says US forces disabled the Saint Kitts and Nevis-flagged M/V Huda after it allegedly ignored warnings and tried to breach the US naval blockade of Iran. CENTCOM says US forces have redirected 147 commercial vessels and disabled five others since July, and previously destroyed 10 Iranian oil tankers it alleges were linked to an IRGC-operated network.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:52 WIB
Fire at DAMRI Bus Depot in Bandung Destroys 10 Buses, Affects 13 Homes
A fire at the DAMRI depot on Jalan Kebon Kawung in Bandung destroyed 10 buses that were no longer in service and affected 13 nearby homes. One resident suffered shortness of breath and received medical attention; the cause of the blaze is under investigation.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:50 WIB
Indonesia completes construction of 265 People’s Schools
Indonesia has established 265 Sekolah Rakyat across 131 districts and cities, offering free education to children from families classified as living in extreme poverty. The programme has reportedly enabled more than 45,000 street children to return to formal schooling, with accommodation, meals, healthcare and other support intended to help break cycles of poverty.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:50 WIB
Tabanan Resident Finds King Cobra Nest While Cutting Bamboo
A resident in Tabanan, Bali, discovered a king cobra nest while cutting bamboo, prompting a wildlife rescue team to relocate it. Two nests were moved from Marga and Penebel, with a total of 83 eggs secured; the rescue foundation urged residents not to handle snakes or nests themselves.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:48 WIB
Fisheries advocates promote healthy and responsible tuna consumption
Fisheries advocates are urging Indonesians to include tuna in their weekly diets while paying closer attention to its origins and how it was caught. At a Jakarta forum, speakers linked informed food choices with product quality, fishers’ livelihoods and the sustainability of marine resources.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:48 WIB
Russia Warns Foreign Troops in Ukraine Would Be Considered Legitimate Targets
Russia has warned that any foreign military units deployed in Ukraine would be regarded as legitimate targets, and said such a move would further escalate the conflict. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova accused Western countries of heightening tensions and said the planned multinational force would deepen European NATO members’ involvement in the war.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:45 WIB
Timeline of MNC Bank Customers’ Difficulties Withdrawing Funds Draws OJK and IDX Attention
Customers have reported difficulties transferring money and withdrawing cash from MNC Bank, prompting the Financial Services Authority (OJK) to examine the bank’s liquidity and its ability to meet obligations. MNC Bank says its digital transaction services are undergoing recovery, with operational effects limited to longer queues and no material impact on its overall financial position.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:42 WIB
Danareksa Secures Trillions of Rupiah in Investment Commitments from Global Investors
Danareksa has secured investment commitments worth around Rp2.5 trillion from British and Dutch investors at the Indonesia Investment Forum in London. The agreements cover industrial land at JIEP and digital infrastructure development at Batang’s Industropolis Special Economic Zone, reinforcing investor interest in Indonesia’s industrial ecosystem.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:42 WIB
Viral Grandmother Caught Stealing Onions and Sandals in Bogor Says Husband Has Been Ill for Four Years
A 60-year-old woman who was filmed stealing food and household goods at a market in Bogor told police she resorted to theft to support herself and care for her ill husband. Police and social services visited her home to verify her circumstances; the stolen items had been returned, and the incident was not formally reported.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:38 WIB
Navigator of BNPB Helicopter That Crashed in Barito River Found Dead
A navigator has died after a BNPB Super Puma helicopter crashed in the Barito River while on a forest- and land-fire suppression mission in South Kalimantan. The two other crew members were rescued, and authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:36 WIB
Indonesian President Meets 10 Former National Police Chiefs; Idham Azis Absent
The President met 10 living former National Police chiefs at his private residence in Hambalang, Bogor, on Sunday, 8 November 2026. Former chief Idham Azis was not among those present, while the attendees included Home Affairs Minister Tito Karnavian and retired police general Bambang Hendarso Danuri.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:33 WIB
Residents Hand Suspected Attacker of East Jakarta Mosque Congregants to Police
Residents detained a man suspected of attacking three worshippers at Darul Ma'arif Mosque in Pondok Kelapa before handing him over to police. The victims suffered injuries during the pre-dawn attack and were taken to hospital, while police urged the public not to speculate or share unverified information as the investigation proceeds.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:33 WIB
Police Arrest Four Teenagers Suspected of Planning a Brawl in South Tangerang; Golf Club Seized
Brimob officers arrested four teenagers suspected of preparing for a brawl in Ciputat, South Tangerang, and seized three mobile phones and a golf club. Police said increased night patrols aim to prevent clashes, while urging families and communities to monitor young people’s activities.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:32 WIB
Government Expects 120 Million People to Travel During Christmas and New Year 2026/2027
The government forecasts that about 120 million people will travel during the 2026/2027 Christmas and New Year period, up from 110 million the previous year. The Transport Ministry is preparing safety checks and free travel schemes, while the government has allocated around Rp883 billion for transport fare discounts across four modes.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:31 WIB
Nataru Transport Discounts Budget More Than Doubles to Rp883.4 Billion
The government has allocated Rp883.4 billion for transport discounts over the 2026 Christmas and 2027 New Year holiday period, more than double last year’s spending. Discounts across rail, sea, ferry and air travel are intended to boost mobility and spending in regional destinations, with the programme targeting millions of passengers.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:30 WIB
Political Fallout Wipes Rp3,353 Trillion from the Fortunes of the World’s Richest
The 500 wealthiest people worldwide lost a combined US$185 billion (about Rp3,353 trillion) after US midterm election results triggered market concerns. Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang, Elon Musk and Oracle founder Larry Ellison were among those hit, as investors worried that Democratic policies could constrain data-centre development.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:28 WIB
UPNVJ Student Executive Board Supports Sustainable Community Development on Pari Island
The student executive board of Universitas Pembangunan Nasional Veteran Jakarta is running a multi-sector community programme on Pari Island, combining social research, health and education activities with coastal conservation. Its initiatives include mangrove planting, coral transplantation and waste-management education, alongside efforts to involve residents and address local needs.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:28 WIB
Economic self-reliance targeted as philanthropy reaches Rp343 trillion
DPR Commission VIII member Atalia Praratya says philanthropic funds, whose 2026 realisation is estimated by the Religious Affairs Ministry at Rp343 trillion, should support lasting empowerment rather than short-term consumption. BPKH says its roughly Rp4 trillion in principal funds generates about Rp270 billion annually for eligible groups, including for education, health, social and disaster-response programmes.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:27 WIB
Prabowo Meets 10 Former National Police Chiefs in Hambalang, Including Tito Karnavian
President Prabowo Subianto received 10 former National Police chiefs at his residence in Hambalang, with current police chief Suyudi Ario Seto and Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin also present. The meeting’s agenda was not disclosed, but it came amid an investigation into alleged illegal wiretapping and electronic data deletion, in which a former senior police official has been named a suspect.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:26 WIB
Viral Video Shows Bogor Residents Tearing Elderly Woman’s Clothes After Market Theft
A 60-year-old woman was confronted by residents at Saptu Market in Cibungbulang, Bogor, after being accused of stealing groceries and household goods. Police said the stolen items were returned, but the incident was not reported; they said the public should contact police rather than take matters into their own hands, noting that the treatment shown in the video may violate the law.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:24 WIB
Pelni Offers 30% Ferry Ticket Discount to Support Mobility During Christmas and New Year 2027
State-owned ferry operator Pelni will offer a 30% discount on economy-class fares for departures between 17 December 2026 and 10 January 2027, as part of the government’s year-end economic stimulus. The programme is expected to benefit 414,630 passengers, with a budget allocation of Rp38.26 billion, and will be served by 26 passenger vessels.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:21 WIB
Police Investigate Motive of Man Who Attacked Mosque, Injuring Three Worshippers in East Jakarta
Police have arrested a man identified only as F after he allegedly attacked three worshippers at a mosque in Pondok Kelapa, East Jakarta. Investigators are examining his motive, possible ideological links and whether the attack was planned; the victims have received medical treatment and police have seized several weapons and other items.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:19 WIB
Syrian source denies troop deployment to Yemen
A Syrian source says a new agreement with Saudi Arabia is intended to train Syrian forces and strengthen their capabilities, with Saudi officials expected to visit Syria in December. The source dismissed reports of a Syrian deployment to Yemen as unfounded, saying domestic security, reconstruction and economic recovery remain the country’s priorities.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:16 WIB
Three people injured in attack during dawn prayers in East Jakarta
Three worshippers were injured in a sharp-weapon attack at Darul Ma’arif Mosque in Pondok Kelapa, East Jakarta, during dawn prayers on Sunday. Police say the victims were taken to hospital, while officers are investigating and have urged the public not to spread unverified information.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:16 WIB
Zelensky: Russia Launches 36 Missiles Towards Kyiv and Surrounding Areas
President Volodymyr Zelensky said a substation serving Kyiv and central Ukraine was hit, causing severe disruption to electricity, water and heating supplies. The overnight attack also damaged residential buildings, a bridge and a kindergarten; one person was killed and six others were injured, while Ukrainian air defences intercepted most of the drones and several missiles.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:16 WIB
Government Targets 7% Investment Growth in 2027: How Much of a Role Will Businesses Play?
The government is targeting 7% investment growth in 2027 to help lift Indonesia’s economic growth to 6%, with private businesses expected to lead productive investment. Finance Minister Suahasil Nazara said the goal will depend on firms expanding and investing, alongside support from the state budget and Danantara.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:15 WIB
Market-moving Data Ahead: Indonesia, China and US Economic Figures to Watch Next Week
Markets are set to focus on US inflation figures and Chinese trade and price data amid geopolitical uncertainty and shifting interest-rate expectations. In Indonesia, consumer confidence and retail sales releases will offer clues about household purchasing power, while developments in China and the US could affect Indonesian exports, the rupiah and domestic financial markets.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:11 WIB
Transport Ministry Supports Response to Crashed Water-Bombing Helicopter
The Transport Ministry is supporting the response to a helicopter crash during a water-bombing mission against forest and land fires in South Kalimantan’s Barito River area. Two pilots survived, while a helicopter landing officer remains missing; the ministry is coordinating the search and beginning a preliminary technical review.
Sun, 08 Nov 2026, 19:10 WIB
Three Worshippers Attacked with Axe While Extinguishing Fire Outside East Jakarta Mosque
Police have arrested a man suspected of attacking three worshippers with bladed weapons inside Daarul Maarif Mosque in Pondok Kelapa, East Jakarta. The victims were injured and taken to hospital, while investigators examine the suspect’s motive and items allegedly prepared for the attack, including an axe and a dagger.