Archive: 20 February 2026
Showing 351-400 of 862 articles
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:40 WIB
Beware of Fake BTS "Arirang" Tickets: ARMY Fans Warned of Scam Campaign
Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a phishing campaign targeting BTS fans following the announcement of the group's 2026 "Arirang" world tour, with fraudulent websites mimicking the official Weverse fandom platform to steal money and personal credentials. The cybersecurity firm warns that stolen data may be sold on the dark web for long-term identity fraud, and urges fans across the Asia-Pacific region to verify website authenticity before making any purchases.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:38 WIB
Indonesia and US agree to expand energy trade partnership with $15 billion annual import commitment
Indonesia and the United States have agreed to a major energy trade partnership involving annual imports of gas and crude oil worth $15 billion, with the agreement signed by Presidents Prabowo Subianto and Donald Trump as part of the 'New Golden Age US-Indonesia Alliance.' The two countries are simultaneously exploring expanded investment cooperation in the oil and gas sector and other strategic industries under the coordination of Indonesia's Ministry of Investment and Trade.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:36 WIB
Special Needs School Teacher in Yogyakarta Reported to Police for Allegedly Harassing Disabled Student
A special needs school teacher in Yogyakarta has been reported to police after allegedly sexually harassing a disabled female student between November and December 2025. The Yogyakarta Education, Youth and Sports Agency is conducting its own investigation alongside the police inquiry, with the agency head confirming preliminary admissions have been made but a formal examination report is still pending.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:35 WIB
Jakarta Gains New Family Destination as Tamini Square Unveils Major Children's Theme Park
Tamini Square in East Jakarta has launched FruitCity Park, a 5,000-square-metre themed children's playground claimed to be one of the largest indoor play areas in the district. The opening forms part of the shopping centre's broader reconceptualisation strategy, shifting towards entertainment tenants to attract families and younger demographics amid evolving retail market dynamics.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:35 WIB
Boosting Two Domestic Economic Growth Engines, Purbaya: Global Economy, I Don't Care!
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa declared that Indonesia's economy is 90 per cent dependent on domestic factors, asserting that if both government spending and private sector investment engines run in tandem, growth of at least 6 per cent is achievable regardless of global conditions. His remarks signal a policy orientation firmly focused on domestic demand and protecting the market for local entrepreneurs as Indonesia pursues its ambitious 8 per cent growth target.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:30 WIB
Minister Pigai Secures Attorney General's Approval for Investigation Unit at Komnas HAM
Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai has obtained backing from Attorney General ST Burhanuddin for the establishment of an investigation unit within Indonesia's National Human Rights Commission (Komnas HAM), which currently holds only inquiry powers over serious human rights violations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:29 WIB
Attorney General's Office: CPO Export Code Manipulation Using POME Ruse Only Occurred in Indonesia
Indonesia's Attorney General's Office has confirmed that the fraudulent reclassification of crude palm oil (CPO) exports as palm oil mill effluent (POME) was a scheme executed solely on the Indonesian side, with destination countries recording the shipments correctly as CPO. The corruption case, which caused estimated state losses of Rp10.6 to Rp14.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:28 WIB
Ramadan: MUI Chairman Urges Muslims to Refrain from Spreading Slanderous and Gossipy Content
The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has issued a Ramadan advisory urging Muslims to use the holy month as an opportunity to spread positive and inspirational content whilst refraining from producing or disseminating slander, gossip, and hate speech online. MUI Chairman KH Anwar Iskandar also called on broadcasters, media outlets, content creators, and social media activists to present educational material during Ramadan, outlining nine key guidelines for the Muslim community.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:26 WIB
Sukabumi Man Robbed in Central Jakarta, Accused of Spitting Before Motorcycle Seized
A 21-year-old man from Sukabumi, West Java, fell victim to a robbery in the Cempaka Putih area of Central Jakarta after two unknown assailants falsely accused him of spitting at them before absconding with his motorcycle. Central Jakarta Police are conducting an investigation into the incident, which resulted in an estimated Rp 18 million loss for the victim.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:24 WIB
Trump Orders Release of Government Documents on UFOs and Aliens
US President Donald Trump has directed federal agencies to begin identifying and releasing government files related to UFOs, UAPs, and extraterrestrial life, fulfilling a long-standing demand from segments of the American public. The order follows viral remarks by former President Barack Obama appearing to confirm the existence of alien life, which Trump characterised as a leak of classified information.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:23 WIB
Central Java Rice Production for January–March 2026 Expected to Reach 3.35 Million Tonnes of Milled Dry Grain
Central Java has launched its main rice harvest simultaneously across all 35 regencies and cities for the January–March 2026 period, with production forecast at 3.35 million tonnes of milled dry grain — a 14 per cent increase on the same period in 2025. Governor Ahmad Luthfi has set an ambitious full-year production target of 10.55 million tonnes and promoted a mechanised "train system" harvesting method that cuts processing time by up to 90 per cent compared with manual methods.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:21 WIB
Elderly Nasi Uduk Seller in Bekasi Unable to Resume Trade After Rp 700,000 Stolen
A 65-year-old street food vendor in Bekasi lost her entire working capital of Rp 700,000 to a thief who posed as a customer, leaving her unable to continue trading. Bekasi Mayor Tri Adhianto personally visited the victim, whilst police are pursuing an investigation using CCTV footage despite the woman declining to file a formal report, having accepted her loss.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:10 WIB
KPK Highlights 'Safe Houses' as New Method for Corruptors to Stash Money
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has identified the use of so-called "safe houses" as an emerging tactic employed by corrupt officials to conceal illicitly obtained wealth. The anti-graft body is scrutinising this new modus operandi as part of its broader efforts to trace and recover proceeds of corruption.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:10 WIB
WhatsApp Groups Get Tidier: New Feature Allows Sharing Chat History with New Members
WhatsApp has launched a new Group Message History feature enabling admins and members to share between 25 and 100 recent messages with newly added group members. The feature, which is end-to-end encrypted and optional, is being rolled out gradually as part of WhatsApp's ongoing efforts to improve group chat quality and privacy.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:06 WIB
Jokowi Attends Bloomberg New Economy Forum in India
Former Indonesian President Joko Widodo travelled to New Delhi to participate in the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, where discussions centred on the critical issue of artificial intelligence sovereignty. Jokowi, who serves on the Bloomberg New Economy advisory board, used the platform to highlight Indonesia's digital infrastructure achievements, including the QRIS universal payment system, whilst advocating for economic intelligence through downstream industrialisation and the EV battery sector.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:05 WIB
9-Year-Old Balinese Boy Tragically Killed by Father's Dump Truck
A 9-year-old boy was fatally struck by his father's dump truck in Denpasar, Bali on 18 February 2026 after the father negligently operated the vehicle whilst his son stood in front of it. The boy suffered fatal head injuries after the vehicle lurched forward when the driver suddenly released the clutch. Denpasar Police are continuing their investigation, with charges against the father still pending determination.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:03 WIB
Riau Islands Manpower Agency Banks on Job Training Centres to Reduce Unemployment
The Riau Islands Province Manpower and Transmigration Agency is relying on its three Job Training Centres (BLK) to tackle the region's open unemployment rate, which stood at 6.35 per cent as of November 2025. With Batam identified as the largest contributor to unemployment due to an influx of jobseekers from outside the region, the centres claim a 99 per cent employment rate for graduates by aligning vocational training programmes with local industrial labour market needs.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:01 WIB
Unesa records 53,237 applicants for SNBP 2026 admissions pathway
Universitas Negeri Surabaya (Unesa) has seen a 26.2 per cent surge in applicants for the 2026 national achievement-based university admissions pathway (SNBP), reaching 53,237 candidates competing for 6,532 places. The sharp increase in interest, bolstered by nine new study programmes, reflects growing public confidence in the state university's educational quality and its expanding academic offerings.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:00 WIB
Iftar Schedule for Today, Friday 20 February 2026
Indonesian Muslims entered the second day of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah on Friday 20 February 2026, with iftar times varying across the archipelago's time zones. The Ministry of Religious Affairs' Directorate General of Islamic Community Guidance published official schedules, with Jakarta's iftar at 18:18 WIB and times ranging through to 18:50 WIT in Ternate, eastern Indonesia.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:00 WIB
Feeling Aggrieved, Residents Block Offroad and Motocross Routes in Sukawana-Cikole
Perhutani, the state forestry corporation, has closed access to the Nyawang Bandung tourism site in Desa Sukajaya, Lembang sub-district, West Bandung Regency, following local residents' protests over alleged harmful offroad and motocross activities. The closure, enacted on Thursday 19 February 2026, reflects growing tensions between commercial recreational land use and the interests of surrounding communities on state forest land.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:00 WIB
Surya Paloh Speaks on the Meaning of Ramadan Before Puan, Anies and Other National Figures
NasDem Party chairman Surya Paloh used a joint iftar event with orphans in Jakarta to frame Ramadan as a moment for strengthening national commitment and public service, rather than merely ritual fasting. The gathering drew a notable cross-party lineup including DPR Speaker Puan Maharani, former vice-president Jusuf Kalla, Anies Baswedan, and several serving ministers, underscoring NasDem's efforts to project political solidarity and social outreach during the holy month.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 15:00 WIB
Planning to Break Your Fast at Istiqlal Mosque? Here's What You Need to Know
Istiqlal Mosque, Southeast Asia's largest, is providing thousands of free iftar meal packages daily throughout Ramadan 1447 H, with weekend distributions reaching up to 10,000 packages. On the first day of fasting, 6,000 packages were distributed with contributions from private donors, the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government, and the Saudi Arabian Embassy, which donated 2,000 biryani rice packages.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:59 WIB
Ministry of Public Works ready to anticipate extreme weather risks during Lebaran homecoming
Indonesia's Ministry of Public Works has outlined comprehensive preparations to deal with potential extreme weather — including heavy rainfall, flooding, and landslides — along key routes during the 2026 Lebaran homecoming period. The ministry is coordinating with BMKG, the national police traffic corps, and the Ministry of Transport, which is also considering weather modification operations and has estimated around 144 million people will travel for the holiday.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:58 WIB
Prabowo and Trump Sign Trade Deal as Cabinet Secretary Highlights Personal Rapport
President Prabowo Subianto formally signed a trade agreement with US President Donald Trump, with Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya emphasising the role of personal diplomacy in securing the deal. Indonesia was reportedly the only country among more than 15 nations present to conclude a direct agreement signed by both heads of state, marking what the government described as a historic moment in bilateral trade relations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:58 WIB
Ramadan 1447 Hijriah: Government and Mosque Initiatives across Indonesian Regions
The Bengkulu City Government has issued a special circular instructing all mosques within its jurisdiction to remain open around the clock throughout the holy month of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah. The initiative reflects local government efforts to facilitate religious observance and community welfare during the fasting month across various regions of Indonesia.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:57 WIB
Iran Warns It Will Respond Firmly to Any Military Aggression
Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations has warned that Tehran will respond "firmly and proportionally" to any military aggression, stating that the United States would bear "full and direct responsibility" for the consequences.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:56 WIB
Freeport Granted Permit Extension Through Mine Life, Agreement Details Revealed
PT Freeport Indonesia has signed a memorandum of understanding for the extension of its Special Mining Business Permit (IUPK), with the agreement executed on 18 February 2026. The permit extension, which would cover the full remaining life of the mine, represents a significant milestone in the long-running negotiations over Freeport's mining operations in Papua.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:56 WIB
Two Sides of Ramadan Beneath the Roof of a Temporary Shelter
Flash flood and landslide survivors in Agam Regency, West Sumatra, face a deeply emotional Ramadan 1447 Hijriah whilst living in temporary shelters (huntara), grieving lost family members and coping with drastically altered lives. The article highlights the human toll of natural disasters through the story of Yuni Efnita, who lost her sister and young niece to the floods and now watches her orphaned nephews struggle with their mother's absence during the holy month.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:54 WIB
Hundreds of Motorcycles Seized in Illegal Street Racing Raid on Former Porong-Gempol Toll Road
Police conducted a raid on illegal street racing activities in the former Porong-Gempol Toll Road area in Sidoarjo, East Java, seizing hundreds of motorcycles. The article body was not available, with only the headline provided by the source.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:54 WIB
NTB High Prosecution Office Receives Investigation Notice for Drug Lord Who Bribed Police Chief Rp1 Billion
The West Nusa Tenggara High Prosecution Office has received formal investigation notices for both Koko Erwin, a suspected drug lord who allegedly paid Rp1 billion in bribes, and AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro, the former Bima City police chief who received the payments. Didik has already been dishonourably discharged from the police force following an ethics hearing, and faces multiple criminal investigations including drug possession after narcotics were found at his home in Tangerang.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:53 WIB
Dozens of Electronic Devices Stolen from State Primary School in Cibinong, Bogor
Thieves broke into SDN Karadenan 01, a state primary school in Cibinong, Bogor, making off with dozens of electronic devices including 24 desktop computers, 60 tablets, projectors, and other equipment from multiple rooms. The burglary, which occurred in the early hours of 16 February and went viral on social media, is under investigation by local police, who are awaiting a formal report from the school's headmaster.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:53 WIB
Trade Minister: Prabowo's diplomacy accelerates strategic trade agreements
Trade Minister Budi Santoso credited President Prabowo Subianto's international diplomacy with fast-tracking several major trade deals, including a reciprocal tariff agreement of 19 per cent with the United States signed in Washington DC.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:53 WIB
Hundreds of Homes Flooded in Rawa Terate Cakung as Pumps Deployed
Heavy rainfall since the early hours of Friday caused flooding of up to 80 centimetres in Rawa Terate, Cakung, East Jakarta, inundating around 172 homes in one neighbourhood alone. Authorities deployed high-capacity water pumps and emergency personnel, whilst the DKI Jakarta Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) reported 61 neighbourhood units and six roads across the capital were submerged by 07:00 local time.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:53 WIB
Viral: Foreign Woman Goes on Rampage at Gili Trawangan Prayer Hall Over Quran Recitation Speaker
A foreign woman caused a disturbance at a prayer hall on Gili Trawangan during the first night of Ramadan, damaging a microphone and injuring a resident after being disturbed by the sound of communal Quran recitation. The incident, which went viral on social media, highlights ongoing tensions between tourism and local religious practices on one of Indonesia's most popular island destinations.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:52 WIB
FIFA and UEFA Presidents Accused of Aiding War Crimes
A coalition of advocacy groups has filed a 120-page complaint with the International Criminal Court accusing FIFA President Gianni Infantino and UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin of aiding war crimes and crimes against humanity in occupied Palestinian territories. The complaint centres on the participation of Israeli football clubs based in illegal settlements in leagues sanctioned by the two governing bodies, which are alleged to have provided financial and structural support to these clubs.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:50 WIB
Motorola Edge 70 Fusion specifications revealed, featuring up to 12GB RAM
Motorola is preparing to launch the Edge 70 Fusion as its first Edge-series handset of 2026, powered by the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 chipset with up to 12GB of RAM. The mid-range device stands out with a 6.78-inch quad-curved OLED display at 144Hz, a substantial 7,000mAh battery with 68W fast charging, and dual IP68/IP69 plus military-grade MIL-STD-810H durability certifications, all running Android 16.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:50 WIB
FIFA Chief Infantino Attends Board of Peace Summit — What's His Business There?
FIFA President Gianni Infantino attended the inaugural Board of Peace summit in Washington DC, announcing a "true partnership" between FIFA and the Trump-backed peace council. The partnership centres on large-scale football infrastructure projects in the Gaza Strip, including 50 mini arenas, academies, and a national stadium, aimed at rebuilding communities through sport.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:49 WIB
Indef assesses Danantara downstream projects could drive inclusive growth
The Institute for Development of Economics and Finance (Indef) projects that Danantara's strategic downstream processing initiatives could lift GDP by approximately 3 per cent above baseline in the initial phase, driven by capital accumulation and total factor productivity gains.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:48 WIB
Dony Oskaria Lays Foundation Stone for School Rebuilding After Flood Disaster
Danantara COO and BP BUMN Head Dony Oskaria laid the foundation stone for the reconstruction of SDN 49 Batang Kabung in Padang, which was severely damaged by the hydrometeorological disaster of late November 2025. The school is being rebuilt by state-owned PT Inalum as part of the Danantara group's corporate social responsibility programme, with the new facility comprising six classrooms and four functional rooms at a site 500 metres from the destroyed original location.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:48 WIB
Member of Parliament: Indonesia's Role as ISF Deputy Commander Reflects Global Trust
A member of the Indonesian House of Representatives has praised Indonesia's appointment as Deputy Commander of the International Stabilization Force (ISF) for Gaza, describing it as a reflection of global confidence in the Indonesian military's professionalism and the country's diplomatic credibility. Indonesia is among the first five nations to commit personnel to the force, with plans to deploy up to 8,000 TNI troops for humanitarian, medical, and security operations in post-conflict Gaza.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:45 WIB
Polestar Promises Four New Electric Models by 2028
Polestar has announced plans to launch four new fully electric models by 2028, with CEO Michael Lohscheller emphasising a focus on performance to rival German premium marques such as BMW M, Mercedes-AMG, and Audi. The Swedish-Chinese manufacturer is also looking to expand its high-performance BST sub-brand across its lineup, including the next-generation Polestar 2 sedan, the Polestar 3 SUV, and the Polestar 4 crossover coupe.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:43 WIB
President Prabowo greenlights addition of 70,000 forest rangers
President Prabowo has approved the recruitment of approximately 70,000 additional forest rangers, targeting a ratio of one ranger per 2,000 hectares to secure Indonesia's 125 million hectares of forest. The decision dramatically upgrades an initial proposal for 21,000 new rangers, addressing a severe staffing shortage that currently sees just 4,800 rangers nationwide — each responsible for an average of 25,000 hectares.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:43 WIB
Prabowo Praises Gaza Ceasefire: The Achievements Are Real
President Prabowo Subianto praised the Gaza ceasefire at the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington D.C., reaffirming Indonesia's commitment to deploy up to 8,000 troops to the International Stabilisation Force. While the move earned appreciation from US President Donald Trump, it has drawn domestic criticism from Indonesia's Legal Aid Foundation (YLBHI), which argues participation in the US-led body betrays Indonesia's longstanding pro-Palestinian stance.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:42 WIB
Deputy Public Works Minister: Bina Marga Forms Road Readiness Monitoring Team for Lebaran 2026
The Ministry of Public Works has established a nationwide monitoring team to ensure road and bridge readiness ahead of the 2026 Lebaran exodus, targeting zero potholes on toll roads and national highways during the peak travel period. An estimated 143.9 million people are projected to travel during the holiday, with the Transport Ministry preparing over 35,000 vehicles, vessels, trains, and aircraft to handle the massive movement.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:41 WIB
Digital Identity Protection for Customers Becomes Key in the Mobile-First Economy Era
Indonesia faces a surging wave of identity-related cyber fraud, with over 60 per cent of fintech scams now involving stolen or synthetic identities during digital onboarding, whilst BSSN recorded 26 million malware and phishing incidents between 2023 and 2024.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:41 WIB
Special Needs School Teacher in Yogyakarta Accused of Sexually Abusing Student
A civil servant teacher at a special needs school in Yogyakarta has been reported to police for allegedly sexually abusing a 17-year-old female student on multiple occasions in late 2025. The teacher has been suspended from teaching duties by the Yogyakarta Special Region Education and Sports Agency, which is coordinating with the Indonesian Child Protection Commission to provide support, whilst police process the formal complaint.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:41 WIB
Six Special Virtues of Ramadan Fasting Unique to the Ummah of Prophet Muhammad
Inmates at Baturaja Detention Centre are being taught that prison bars need not be a barrier to devout worship, with religious instruction framing Ramadan fasting as the ultimate form of self-management. The programme highlights six distinctive virtues of Ramadan fasting said to be exclusive to the followers of Prophet Muhammad.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:40 WIB
Freeport Mining Permit Extended by 20 Years as Government Secures Rp336 Trillion Investment
Indonesia has signed a memorandum of understanding with Freeport-McMoRan to extend the Special Mining Business Permit (IUPK) for the Grasberg mine in Central Papua by 20 years, covering 2041 to 2061. The deal secures a committed investment of USD 20 billion (approximately Rp336.4 trillion), which the government expects will significantly bolster state revenues through taxes, royalties, and downstream economic benefits.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:40 WIB
Zero Down Time Strategy Becomes Fuso's Key Approach to Strengthening Services in 2026
PT Krama Yudha Tiga Berlian Motors (KTB) is doubling down on its Zero Down Time strategy for Mitsubishi Fuso commercial vehicles in 2026, aiming to minimise operational downtime for business customers through 24-hour workshops, mobile service units, and digital tools. The company maintains its dominant position as Indonesia's top commercial vehicle brand for 55 consecutive years, with the Fuso Canter commanding a 55.1 per cent share of the light-duty truck segment.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 14:40 WIB
Coordinating Minister Cak Imin Urges BPJS Ketenagakerjaan to Prioritise Migrant Workers and Informal Sector
Coordinating Minister for Community Empowerment Muhaimin Iskandar has instructed the newly inaugurated leadership of BPJS Ketenagakerjaan to expand social security coverage, with a particular focus on informal sector workers and Indonesian migrant workers. The directive, issued following the inauguration of new directors for both BPJS Kesehatan and BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, also emphasised stricter enforcement of employer compliance obligations and faster, more transparent claims processing.