Archive: 20 February 2026
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Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:50 WIB
Restaurants Banned from Daytime Opening in Tangerang During Ramadan; PKS Urges Consideration for Non-Muslims
The Tangerang Regency government has restricted restaurants and food stalls to operating only between 4pm and 4am during Ramadan, a policy endorsed by the regional leadership forum Forkopimda. The Prosperous Justice Party (PKS) has called for the regulation to accommodate non-Muslim residents and Muslims unable to fast, suggesting alternatives such as curtains rather than outright closures, and emphasising that Islam is intended as "a religion of mercy for all creation."
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:50 WIB
Indodax describes BTC correction to US$66,000 as a normal cycle
Indonesia's largest crypto exchange Indodax has characterised Bitcoin's 1.25 per cent price drop to around US$66,450 as a normal consolidation phase following the release of hawkish FOMC meeting minutes. The exchange's vice president highlighted the link between US monetary policy uncertainty and domestic liquidity, noting that Bank Indonesia's forthcoming BI Rate decisions will be pivotal for Indonesian investor sentiment and rupiah stability.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:48 WIB
Tangerang Regency Bans Daytime Restaurant Operations During Ramadan; PKB Urges Tolerance
The Tangerang Regency government has restricted restaurants and eateries to operating only between 4pm and 4am during Ramadan, a policy agreed upon by the regional leadership forum Forkopimda. The National Awakening Party (PKB) has respected the decision as locally deliberated but urged balanced implementation, warning that non-Muslims, the elderly, pregnant women, and the ill still require access to daytime food services and economic activity.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:46 WIB
Mobile Samsat Available Across 14 Greater Jakarta Areas on Friday
The Jakarta Metropolitan Police have deployed mobile Samsat (One-Stop Administrative System) units to 14 locations across Greater Jakarta to facilitate annual motor vehicle tax payments. The service covers Central, North, West, South and East Jakarta as well as Tangerang, Bekasi and Depok, though five-yearly registration renewals must still be processed at permanent offices.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:46 WIB
Indonesia and US agree on cross-sector cooperation commitments worth Rp649.42 trillion
Indonesia and the United States have formalised trade and investment cooperation commitments worth US$38.4 billion (Rp649.42 trillion) across agriculture, manufacturing, and technology sectors at the US-Indonesia Business Summit 2026 in Washington D.C. The agreements encompass US$4.5 billion in agricultural purchases and US$33.91 billion in manufacturing investments, with significant allocations for semiconductor development.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:44 WIB
Gaza media office: 1,148 Palestinians cross Rafah border post
The Hamas-run Gaza media office reported that 1,148 Palestinians crossed the Rafah border crossing in both directions since its partial reopening on 2 February, falling well short of the 3,400 expected during the same period. Hamas has accused Israel of violating ceasefire agreement mechanisms governing the crossing, subjecting returning travellers to harsh treatment and failing to meet daily departure and return quotas, whilst Israeli authorities have not responded to the allegations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:43 WIB
Mount Semeru erupts seven times with plume heights reaching 1 kilometre
Mount Semeru in East Java erupted seven times on Friday morning, producing ash columns between 500 metres and 1 kilometre above the summit. The volcano remains at Activity Level III (Alert), with the Centre for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation imposing exclusion zones of up to 13 kilometres from the summit and warning residents of pyroclastic flow, lava avalanche and lahar risks along multiple river channels.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:43 WIB
Cabinet Secretary: Prabowo and Trump Agree on Reciprocal Trade Pact
President Prabowo Subianto and US President Donald Trump signed a reciprocal trade agreement during a meeting in Washington DC on 19 February, with both leaders committing to its full implementation. The White House described the pact as laying the foundation for a "new golden age" in the US-Indonesia strategic partnership, with ministers from both nations instructed to take further steps to deepen economic ties.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:40 WIB
Prabowo Pledges to Send 8,000 TNI Troops to Gaza
President Prabowo Subianto has committed Indonesia to deploying up to 8,000 TNI soldiers to the Gaza Strip as part of a UN-approved International Stabilisation Force, announcing the pledge at the inaugural Board of Peace summit in Washington attended by some 20 heads of state including US President Donald Trump.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:40 WIB
Basoetta Train-Truck Collision at Poris-Batu Ceper Causes Widespread Service Cancellations
A commuter line train bound for Soekarno-Hatta Airport struck a truck at a level crossing between Poris and Batu Ceper stations on 20 February 2026, causing major disruption to both the Duri-Tangerang and airport rail services. KAI Commuter cancelled or curtailed over 20 train services and offered full refunds to affected passengers holding tickets for the Soekarno-Hatta Commuter Line.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:40 WIB
BPBD Records 61 Neighbourhood Units and Six Road Segments Flooded in Jakarta
Jakarta's Regional Disaster Management Agency reported widespread flooding across 61 neighbourhood units and six road segments as of Friday morning, with South Jakarta bearing the brunt due to heavy rainfall and multiple river overflows. The worst-hit areas saw floodwaters reaching up to 120 centimetres, prompting coordinated emergency response efforts including water pumping and preparation of basic necessities for affected residents.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:40 WIB
Digital Era: Digital Population Identity Becomes Key to Public Services
Indonesia is moving to revise its 2013 Population Administration Law to align with the digital governance era, with the Digital Population Identity (IKD) serving as the foundational digital identity for all government services. The National Identity Number (NIK) now functions as a single identifier across public and private sectors, whilst the IKD forms part of Indonesia's broader digital public infrastructure alongside the QRIS payment system and the Government Service Connection System.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:39 WIB
Heavy Rain Causes Fallen Tree to Block Road Access in Lagoa, North Jakarta
A tree felled by heavy overnight rain blocked vehicular access on Gang D3, Jalan Mangga in Lagoa, Koja, North Jakarta on 20 February 2026. The North Jakarta Fire and Rescue Service dispatched a five-member light rescue unit that cleared the obstruction within 45 minutes, restoring normal traffic flow by 07:00 WIB. Authorities urged residents to remain vigilant against further falling trees during the ongoing extreme weather.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:38 WIB
Padel Court Noise Sparks Resident Complaints in Jakarta, Prompting Government Action
Residents near a padel court in South Jakarta's Haji Nawi area have lodged noise complaints that went viral on social media, prompting DKI Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung to announce he will summon stakeholders to review permits and compliance.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:37 WIB
Prabowo: Be Wary of Groups Seeking to Derail Gaza Peace
President Prabowo Subianto has warned of the need for vigilance against groups attempting to undermine the Gaza peace process. The brief statement, made during a doorstop interview, underscores Indonesia's continued engagement with the Palestinian issue as a cornerstone of its foreign policy.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:35 WIB
Prabowo Optimistic Trump Can Deliver Peace
President Prabowo Subianto expressed confidence in Donald Trump's leadership of the Board of Peace at its inaugural meeting in Washington D.C., pledging Indonesia's full commitment to Trump's 20-point Gaza peace plan and the deployment of 8,000 TNI personnel to the International Stabilisation Force.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:35 WIB
Wife of Police Chief AKBP Didik and Officer Aipda Dianita Test Positive for Ecstasy
The wife of disgraced former Bima City police chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro and a fellow officer have tested positive for MDMA consumption via hair follicle tests, though neither will face criminal charges and will instead undergo rehabilitation at the BNN centre. The case deepens the scandal surrounding Didik, who has been dishonourably discharged from the police and faces separate charges for narcotics abuse and receiving Rp2.8 billion in drug money channelled through a subordinate.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:30 WIB
JCI Projected to Rebound as Analyst Reveals Five Potentially Profitable Stock Picks
The Jakarta Composite Index is forecast to rebound from its 0.43 per cent decline to the 8,274 level, with Binaartha Sekuritas analyst Ivan Rosanova noting that positive momentum remains intact provided the index holds above 8,071. The analyst issued five stock recommendations spanning major listed companies including Adaro Andalan Indonesia, Bank Rakyat Indonesia, and GoTo Gojek Tokopedia, with buy, hold, and speculative buy ratings for the Friday trading session.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:29 WIB
Sukabumi Regency has 11,000 community protection officers to maintain public order
Sukabumi Regency has formally inaugurated 11,238 Community Protection Unit (Satlinmas) officers tasked with maintaining security and public order down to village level. The regent expressed hopes that all officers would receive social insurance coverage through BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, whilst the inauguration aims to provide legal standing and streamline institutional administration under prevailing Home Affairs regulations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:28 WIB
Furry companions on every Istanbul street
Istanbul's estimated 125,000 free-roaming street cats, known locally as sokak kedisi, are embraced by Turkish citizens as "collective pets" rather than strays, reflecting deeply held cultural attitudes rooted in Islamic tradition and Ottoman heritage. Turkey's strict animal protection policies further reinforce this distinctive relationship between urban residents and feline populations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:27 WIB
South Jakarta Disaster Agency Records Flood Levels in Cipulir Reaching 140 cm
Flooding across multiple South Jakarta subdistricts reached dangerous levels on Friday morning, with water depths of up to 140 centimetres in Cipulir caused by the overflowing Pesanggrahan River at Alert Level 3 status. Sustained moderate-to-heavy rainfall also caused the Krukut River to overflow, inundating residential areas in Kebayoran Baru and Pasar Minggu districts, though no casualties were reported.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:26 WIB
Central Lombok District Government Distributes Aid to Natural Disaster Victims
The Central Lombok district government has begun distributing building materials to approximately 700 households affected by natural disasters in early 2026, with a stimulus budget of Rp250 million allocated for relief efforts. Procurement delays meant construction supplies such as cement, timber and asbestos sheeting only reached affected communities in mid-February, though basic necessities had been distributed immediately after the disasters struck across multiple sub-districts.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:26 WIB
Analyst: Sjafrie's Name in Presidential Race Extends List of Individual Candidates
Political analyst Ray Rangkuti argues that Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin's emergence as a prospective 2029 presidential candidate reflects a growing trend of individual figures rising without party backing. A recent Indonesian Public Institute survey identified Sjafrie among new faces entering the presidential race, though his candidacy could prove both an opportunity and a complication for President Prabowo Subianto's own coalition calculations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:24 WIB
Deputy Villages Minister Declares Student Regiment the Frontline of National Defence on Campuses
Deputy Minister of Villages Ahmad Riza Patria, who also serves as National Commander of the Student Regiment (Menwa), declared the corps the frontline of national defence at universities during an inauguration ceremony in Kupang, NTT. He called for Menwa to be revitalised as a vehicle for character building, village development, and strengthening the reserve defence component, citing Law No. 23 of 2019 on the Management of National Resources for State Defence.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:24 WIB
Education Budget to Rise in 2026, Not Cut for Free Meals Programme
Indonesia's Minister of Primary and Secondary Education has confirmed the 2026 education budget will increase, rejecting claims that the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme has diverted funds from education. The ministry plans to expand the Programme Indonesia Pintar to kindergarten pupils for the first time, whilst pursuing the revitalisation of more than 71,000 school buildings nationwide.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:21 WIB
South Tangerang Police Prepare Monitoring Posts and Patrols to Prevent Brawls
South Tangerang Police, operating under the Metro Jaya Regional Police Command, are establishing security monitoring posts at crime-prone locations ahead of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah. The measure specifically targets areas susceptible to inter-community brawls during the holy month.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:21 WIB
Israeli Foreign Minister Satisfied as Peace Council Pushes for Hamas Disarmament
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has welcomed the Peace Council's decision to place the disarmament of Hamas at the centre of its agenda during its inaugural meeting in Washington. The development signals a diplomatic direction that could have significant implications for the Palestinian resistance movement and broader Middle Eastern geopolitics, a matter of keen interest to Indonesia given its longstanding support for Palestinian statehood.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:19 WIB
Cabinet Secretary: Indonesia's Board of Peace Participation a Concrete Step Towards Palestinian Peace
Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya affirmed that Indonesia's participation in the newly established Board of Peace represents a tangible commitment to achieving peace in Palestine. President Prabowo Subianto attended the inaugural BoP meeting in Washington, D.C., endorsing Donald Trump's 20-point plan for Gaza's reconstruction and regional stabilisation, whilst reaffirming Indonesia's support for the Two-State Solution.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:16 WIB
Flooding Spreads Across Jakarta This Morning: 61 Neighbourhood Units Submerged, Six Road Sections Waterlogged
Flooding in Jakarta expanded to 61 neighbourhood units across West and South Jakarta on the morning of 20 February 2026, with water levels reaching up to 120 centimetres in some areas. The disaster, caused by heavy rainfall and overflowing rivers including Kali Krukut and Kali Pesanggrahan, also left six major road sections waterlogged, disrupting transport across the capital.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:16 WIB
Gibran Opens Vice-Presidential Complaints Service for School Fee and Diploma Issues
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka announced the opening of a public complaints service at his Kebon Sirih office, offering to help residents with issues ranging from withheld diplomas to unpaid school fees.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:15 WIB
Most Popular: Car Brands That Failed to Survive, the National Car Dream, and TVS Produces One Million Units
A roundup of the week's most-read automotive stories highlights the precariousness of Indonesia's car market, where numerous brands have withdrawn due to poor sales and flawed strategies. The perennial ambition of developing a national car remains unrealised, whilst Indian two-wheeler manufacturer TVS has quietly reached the milestone of producing one million vehicles in the country, underscoring sustained foreign investment in Indonesia's manufacturing sector.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:13 WIB
Criminal Investigation Agency Seizes Three Offices and One Shophouse from DSI in Fraud Case
Indonesia's Criminal Investigation Agency (Bareskrim) has seized three office units and a shophouse belonging to PT Dana Syariah Indonesia (DSI) as part of a fraud investigation involving fictitious sharia lending projects. Three company executives have been named suspects in a scheme that allegedly defrauded at least 15,000 lenders of Rp 2.4 trillion between 2018 and 2025, marking one of the country's largest peer-to-peer lending fraud cases.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:13 WIB
Viral Video of Apparent Brawl in West Bandung Turns Out to Be Residents Chasing Helmet Thieves
A viral video from West Bandung that appeared to show a mass street brawl was in fact footage of local residents pursuing two suspected helmet thieves caught red-handed. The incident highlights both the prevalence of petty crime and community-driven vigilante responses in Indonesian urban areas.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:12 WIB
Yesterday's Headlines: Takjil Hunting Begins, Netflix Sues ByteDance
ANTARA's Thursday news roundup covers the start of Ramadan takjil hunting on Jakarta's Jalan Sabang, Netflix's copyright infringement lawsuit against ByteDance over its Seedance 2.0 AI service, and new Samsung and Honda product developments. The collection highlights the intersection of Indonesian cultural traditions with global technology and consumer trends.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:11 WIB
Expert Outlines Two Scenarios for Possible US Strike on Iran This Weekend
University of Indonesia international law professor Hikmahanto Juwana has assessed two scenarios regarding the likelihood of a US military strike on Iran, suggesting the threat may either be a negotiating bluff by President Trump or a genuine precursor to widened conflict involving Russia and Israel.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:10 WIB
Medan Ship Crew Member Faces Death Penalty in Alleged Two-Tonne Methamphetamine Smuggling Case
Prosecutors at Batam District Court have demanded the death penalty for Fandi Ramadhan, a 26-year-old ship crew member from Medan, in connection with the alleged smuggling of nearly two tonnes of methamphetamine from Thailand. The defendant's family insists he was an unwitting participant who had only recently joined the vessel, and the case has drawn national attention after prominent lawyer Hotman Paris Hutapea took up the defence.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:10 WIB
Five Rate Cuts Yet Limited Impact: Bank Indonesia Acknowledges Suboptimal Credit Transmission
Bank Indonesia concedes that despite cutting the benchmark BI Rate five times throughout 2025, the pass-through to commercial banking rates has been underwhelming, with lending rates falling just 40 basis points. The central bank has identified special rates for large depositors — still comprising over a quarter of total third-party funds — as a key obstacle, and is pressing commercial banks to accelerate transmission to support economic growth.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:04 WIB
Probolinggo Police Hunt Thieves Who Stole Thai Tourists' Suitcases at Bromo
Police in Probolinggo, East Java, have formed a special team to investigate the theft of seven suitcases belonging to Thai tourists visiting Mount Bromo, with estimated losses of approximately Rp108 million. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing witnesses, expressing concern that the incident could tarnish the security reputation of one of Indonesia's most popular tourist destinations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:04 WIB
Pakistan's Risky Bet on Trump's "Board of Peace"
Pakistan's decision to join the US-led "Board of Peace" — ostensibly a Gaza reconstruction body — risks drawing Islamabad into deeper strategic alignment with Washington, potentially including future confrontations with neighbouring Iran.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:02 WIB
Australia's Largest Mosque Receives 'Kill Muslims' Threat Letters Ahead of Ramadan
Lakemba Mosque in Sydney received three threatening letters containing pig imagery and death threats against Muslims just hours before the start of Ramadan, prompting a police investigation and heightened security around places of worship.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 08:01 WIB
As ISF Deputy Commander, Indonesia to Deploy 8,000 TNI Troops to Gaza Within One to Two Months
President Prabowo Subianto announced that Indonesia will send 8,000 military personnel to serve with the International Stabilisation Force in Gaza within one to two months, with an advance team to be dispatched first for territorial mapping and risk assessment. Indonesia has been appointed ISF Deputy Commander, underscoring Jakarta's prominent role in the multinational peacekeeping coalition established at the inaugural Board of Peace Summit chaired by President Trump in Washington DC.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:59 WIB
Irony of Corruption: Seized Assets from Riau Graft Case Embezzled Again
The Riau High Prosecutor's Office has named two suspects in a corruption case involving the misappropriation of a mini palm oil factory in Bengkalis that had been seized as evidence in an earlier graft conviction over a decade ago. The alleged re-embezzlement of state-confiscated assets has caused further losses exceeding Rp 30 billion, highlighting systemic failures in the custody and management of seized corruption proceeds.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:58 WIB
Theft of Seven Suitcases Belonging to Thai Tourists at Bromo Sparks Concern Among Business Operators
Seven suitcases belonging to Thai tourists were stolen from a parked vehicle near Mount Bromo in Probolinggo Regency, causing losses estimated at Rp 108 million and sparking alarm among local tourism operators about the destination's international reputation. Probolinggo Regent Mohammad Haris expressed deep concern and called on all stakeholders to strengthen tourism security, whilst local police have designated the case a top priority.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:53 WIB
Bekasi Disabled Athletes' Grant Fund Corruption Case Worth Rp 7 Billion Set for Trial
Two suspects in the alleged corruption of Rp 7.1 billion in grant funds earmarked for disabled athletes in Bekasi Regency have been transferred to prosecutors and are set to face trial. The funds, originally disbursed as Rp 12 billion in cash grants to the local National Paralympic Committee chapter, were allegedly siphoned off for personal use, including Rp 2 billion spent on a 2024 legislative election campaign and the purchase of luxury vehicles.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:47 WIB
Residents Reveal Padel Court Noise in Cilandak Penetrates Their Bedrooms
Residents of Jalan Haji Nawi in Cilandak, South Jakarta, have lodged complaints about severe noise pollution from an adjacent padel sports facility, claiming the sound from racket impacts and glass rebounds permeates every room in their homes. Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has pledged to summon facility operators and relevant stakeholders to review licensing compliance, with residents alleging no community consultation or permits were sought before the court's construction.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:46 WIB
UBS Gold at Rp2.965 Million/Gram and Galeri24 at Rp2.946 Million/Gram on Friday Morning
Gold bar prices at Pegadaian rose sharply on Friday morning, with UBS gold climbing Rp36,000 to Rp2,965,000 per gram and Galeri24 increasing Rp31,000 to Rp2,946,000 per gram. The price gains, recorded from the official Sahabat Pegadaian website, reflect continued upward momentum in domestic gold markets.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:46 WIB
Law roundup: Police dismiss AKBP Didik as KPK extends travel ban on Yaqut
Indonesia's National Police Ethics Commission dishonourably discharged former Bima City police chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro over a narcotics case, whilst the Corruption Eradication Commission extended overseas travel bans on former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas and associate Gus Alex in the hajj quota corruption probe. The KPK also signalled it may re-summon senior Pemuda Pancasila figures and continued investigating a customs official linked to counterfeit goods importation.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:45 WIB
Five Countries Including Indonesia to Deploy Troops to Gaza
Indonesia has committed to sending up to 8,000 military personnel to the US-backed International Stabilisation Force in Gaza, accepting the role of deputy commander. The deployment, alongside contributions from Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo and Albania, will initially focus on the Rafah area with a humanitarian mandate centred on civilian protection, reconstruction and police training.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:44 WIB
Gibran: Vice President's Office Opens Complaints Service to Help Citizens Unable to Pay School Fees
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka announced that his office in Kebon Sirih, Jakarta, is accepting public complaints on working days to help resolve issues including diploma redemption and inability to pay school tuition fees.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 07:42 WIB
Early Morning Rain Leaves 31 Neighbourhood Units in Jakarta Flooded
Heavy rainfall since the early hours of 20 February 2026 caused flooding across 31 neighbourhood units in South Jakarta, with floodwaters reaching up to 70 centimetres in some areas. The DKI Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency reported multiple river monitoring stations at alert levels, with the Angke Hulu Post reaching the more serious Siaga 2 warning category, as water levels at the Katulampa Weir in Bogor continued to rise steadily.