The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has facilitated the return of 22 Indonesian citizens evacuated from Iran, marking the first wave of a repatriation process amid escalating security tensions in the country. The evacuees arrived at Soekarno-Hatta Airport Terminal 3 in Tangerang, Banten, on Tuesday (10 March 2026), with Foreign Minister Sugiono overseeing the operation.

Dr Waluyo Dwi Cahyono, a specialist in internal medicine, recommends that homebound travellers maintain optimal physical condition before embarking on their journey and rest every two hours whilst driving to avoid fatigue and maintain concentration. He emphasises the importance of regulated eating habits, avoiding overeating, and maintaining strict medication compliance for those with chronic conditions such as diabetes during travel.

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has arrested the Regent of Rejang Lebong, Muhammad Fikri Thobari, and Vice-Regent Hendri, along with 11 others in a major anti-corruption operation targeting alleged bribery related to projects in Bengkulu's local government. The KPK seized hundreds of millions of rupiah in cash and identified five suspects, including Fikri Thobari, with two characterised as bribery recipients and three as alleged bribe-givers. A full press conference detailing the projects involved is scheduled for 11 March 2026.

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has designated Rejang Lebong Regent Muhammad Fikri Thobari and four others as suspects in a corruption case. The designations followed an extensive investigation into alleged bribery related to projects within the Rejang Lebong Regency government in Bengkulu, with KPK identifying two recipients and three providers of illicit funds. The designations were formalised after case expositions and leadership deliberations, with full details to be announced in a subsequent press conference.

PT Astra Agro Lestari Tbk has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening village empowerment programmes across its operational areas in Indonesia, covering 256 villages in 20 districts through its Astra Prosperous Village initiative. The company employs a 3P Roadmap strategy focusing on Portfolio, People, and Public Contribution, implementing four pillars—Astra Creative, Astra Health, Astra Smart, and Astra Green—to foster community self-sufficiency through MSME strengthening, healthcare services, education support, and environmental conservation.

Police raided a house in the Nusa Dua Citra Gran residential complex in Bekasi after discovering multiple individuals allegedly engaging in drug use on the premises. The house was rented by a man identified as Abu (AS) who claimed to operate a logistics business, though the security guard reported seeing no suspicious activity prior to the raid and noted that the tenant and associates rarely stayed at the property.

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss the escalating conflict between Iran and the US-Israel alliance, calling for rapid de-escalation and political resolution. Putin reiterated Russia's principled position supporting swift de-escalation, whilst the Kremlin confirmed it has provided humanitarian assistance to Iran. The conversation reflects Russia's diplomatic efforts amid the ongoing conflict that erupted on 28 February 2026 and has resulted in significant casualties, including the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Danareksa Holding BUMN and its subsidiaries have distributed 1,000 Ramadan assistance packages specifically targeted at communities of people with disabilities across five Indonesian cities (Jakarta, Pasuruan, Demak, Makassar, and Medan). The initiative forms part of the holding's Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility programme, aimed at fostering more inclusive economic ecosystems and strengthening human resources in line with the government's agenda for equitable social welfare distribution.

The Sitanggal Bridge on an alternative route between Brebes and Purwokerto in Central Java has subsided by 20 centimetres, with its supporting concrete girders cracking and buckling under heavy vehicle loads. The deterioration coincides with a traffic diversion that has significantly increased vehicle volume on the route ahead of the Lebaran holiday exodus, yet no repairs have been initiated by the relevant authorities.

The leadership of Indonesia's Islamic Dakwah Institute (LDII) has emphasised that prolonged conflicts in Eastern Europe and tensions in the Middle East threaten global stability and geoeconomic order, particularly affecting energy, food supply chains, and international trade. At a media gathering, Kiai Chriswanto Santoso outlined plans for the organisation's tenth national congress (Munas X) in April 2026, which will focus on strengthening national resilience through Islamic values, moderation, and character building whilst positioning Indonesia as a stabilising force for world peace. The congress will deliberate on strategic issues including national values, religious moderation, and economic independence amid the growing complexity of geopolitical dynamics.

President Prabowo Subianto convened a limited cabinet meeting to address preparations for Eid al-Fitr 1447 H/2026, with a focus on maintaining stable basic commodity prices and ensuring adequate infrastructure for the Lebaran exodus. The President emphasised the need for cross-ministerial coordination in managing food supply, controlling prices, and facilitating logistics distribution across regions, whilst also prioritising the readiness of energy and transportation sectors.

Indonesia's National Police (Polri) has launched seven new police science study centres at its Higher Education and Training Institute (STIK/PTIK), bringing the total to 16 centres nationwide. The initiative aims to shift the police force's approach from purely tactical operations towards evidence-based policymaking through academic research and collaboration with universities across Indonesia's 77 public and private tertiary institutions.

Indonesia's new Ministerial Regulation Number 5 of 2026 reduces trademark substantive examination from a maximum of 150 days to 30 to 90 days, effective 23 February 2026. The regulation streamlines intellectual property protection procedures through full digitalization and aims to reduce bureaucratic impediments whilst supporting micro and small business growth. The overhaul includes faster official certificate extraction services (one working day instead of seven), expanded documentation requirements, and enhanced accountability measures for rejection proceedings.

The Empowered Village Programme developed by the West Nusa Tenggara Provincial Government has attracted the Ministry of Social Affairs, which is considering it as a national model for integrated poverty alleviation. The programme targets 40 villages annually in extreme poverty conditions, providing direct family assistance of approximately 7 million rupiah for productive enterprise development alongside village-level infrastructure funding of 500 million rupiah. The Ministry of Social Affairs has pledged support including construction of two Red-White Fishermen's Villages with 100 housing units each and free cataract surgical services for 500 residents.

The Indonesian Finance Ministry has distributed holiday allowance (THR) totalling Rp11.16 trillion to 2.093 million civil servants and Rp11.54 trillion to 3.618 million retirees as of 10 March 2026. The government allocated Rp55 trillion in total for 2026 holiday allowances across central government, regional government, contractual workers, military and police personnel, representing a 10 per cent increase from the previous year's Rp49 trillion.

Air New Zealand has suspended its full-year profit guidance due to a significant spike in jet fuel prices triggered by escalating Middle Eastern conflict, with prices surging from $85-90 to $150-200 USD per barrel. The airline previously expected second-half profits to be around break-even or slightly below their first-half losses of NZD 59 million based on fuel costs of $85 per barrel. The carrier has already implemented fare adjustments and warned of further price increases and potential network changes if fuel costs continue climbing.

An Indonesian citizen working as an engineer at Tehran's Mehrabad International Airport has been evacuated from Iran after experiencing near-daily explosions occurring 1-2 kilometres from his residence. Segar, 58, from Tangerang, described the unpredictable nature of the blasts and the deteriorating security situation in Tehran, ultimately deciding to register for the Indonesian Embassy's evacuation programme which he deemed safer and better coordinated than independent departure.

President Prabowo Subianto called for prayers and support from religious scholars to help him navigate uncertain geopolitical dynamics and address challenges facing Indonesia. Speaking at a state-level Nuzulul Qur'an event, Prabowo pledged to combat corruption, uphold justice, and unite the nation's leadership to safeguard the people's welfare and prevent the embezzlement of national wealth.

Indonesia's UMKM Minister Maman Abdurrahman has stressed the critical need to protect and optimise the domestic market potential to prevent it from being dominated by imported products. With a population of 250 million, Indonesia possesses a substantial domestic market that remains a target for foreign goods, whilst the government continues to support UMKM exports. The minister highlighted that cross-sectoral policy coordination and strengthening local product consumption will ensure UMKM serves as a pillar of national economic resilience.

US President Donald Trump has signalled willingness to resume diplomatic negotiations with Iran despite heightened military tensions in the Middle East following the February assassination of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in a military operation. Trump has expressed doubts about the stability of Khamenei's successor, his son Mojtaba Khamenei, whilst Russia has condemned the killing as an illegal regime-change operation and called for an immediate ceasefire to prevent wider conflict in the Gulf region.

Auto-Behaviour Syndrome (ABS), a dangerous condition wherein motorcycle riders remain mechanically conscious whilst their brains enter sleep phases, poses a significant safety risk to millions of Indonesians travelling during Lebaran exodus. A senior defensive driving trainer warns that riders must adhere to strict rest intervals every 1.5-2 hours and recognise bodily signals of fatigue, as the condition circumvents normal drowsiness detection and has contributed to fatal motorcycle accidents across the nation.

West Jakarta administration is enhancing public information transparency by providing guidance to Public Information Management Officials (PPID) at district and village levels. The initiative aims to ensure digital-era public services and governmental activities are properly documented and accessible to citizens, with the eventual goal of extending information transparency down to neighbourhood levels.

Indonesia's Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) is considering extending the annual personal income tax return (SPT) filing deadline beyond 31 March, which currently coincides with the Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr holiday period. The decision will depend on filing trends in the week before Eid, with DJP Director General Bimo Wijayanto stating the authority is prepared with contingency measures for potential delays caused by the extended holiday break.

Public participation, particularly among holiday travellers, is essential for reducing road traffic fatalities during the 2026 Eid exodus, according to road safety advocates. The Jarak Aman network coordinator cited 2025 data showing a 31 per cent reduction in accidents and a 53 per cent drop in fatalities during the previous Ketupat operation, attributing the improvement partly to public awareness and participation in safe driving practices.

Former Education Minister Nadiem Makarim testified for approximately 11 hours as a star witness in a corruption trial involving the procurement of Chromebooks and Chrome Device Management systems at Indonesia's Education Ministry. Makarim disputed allegations of conspiracy, stating there was no evidence of communication between him and the three defendants regarding the Chromebook issue, and challenged the prosecution's assertion of Rp 2.1 trillion in state losses.

Police in Medan are investigating the discovery of a woman's body found inside a container box on Menteng Street, with evidence of assault injuries. The body was bound with hotel bedsheet material and wrapped in sacking before being placed in the box. Authorities have ruled out mutilation and are coordinating with forensic doctors to determine the cause of death.

The Commission for the Acceleration of Police Reform (Polri), led by Mahfud MD, has completed its three-month work cycle and produced seven books and three introductory documents, including an executive summary and four key policy recommendations, to be submitted to President Prabowo Subianto. The commission has absorbed public input through discussions, podcasts and visits to various stakeholders, formulating recommendations covering structural, instrumental and cultural aspects of police reform, with plans to make the documents public through a presidential decree. The recommendations encompass immediate improvements, new regulatory requirements, and potential amendments to existing laws.

PT Jamkrida Bali Mandara, a state-owned regional guarantee company, reported a net profit of Rp 8.77 billion in 2025, a 32.43 per cent increase over target, with total assets growing 19.32 per cent to Rp 588.46 billion. The company realised a total guarantee ceiling of over Rp 8.31 trillion during 2025 and has cumulatively guaranteed Rp 54.71 trillion since its establishment in 2011, benefiting 771,022 business actors. Management outlined a five-year strategic plan focused on developing new guarantee products, strengthening human resources, optimising information technology, and expanding partnerships with national financial institutions.

PT Bio Farma, a state-owned enterprise in the healthcare sector, has distributed over Rp2.025 billion in social assistance during Ramadan 1447 Hijriah through its Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility (CSER) programme and employee contributions via the Bio Farma Zakat Collection Unit. The assistance includes scholarships, house renovation support, food aid, and economic empowerment programmes for micro, small and medium enterprises and vulnerable groups, demonstrating the company's commitment to social responsibility beyond its healthcare operations.

An Indonesian aircraft technician evacuated from Iran has provided firsthand testimony of intense missile strikes occurring almost daily at Tehran's international airports during recent geopolitical tensions. The Indonesian government has begun repatriating Indonesian citizens from conflict zones, with 22 evacuated in the first wave through Azerbaijan and Turkey, with plans to continue evacuation efforts for 36 additional registered citizens.

TNI Commander General Agus Subiyanto has defended the decision to impose alert status 1, characterising it as a standard military procedure to test personnel and materiel readiness rather than a response to an imminent crisis. The status was implemented across military units in anticipation of potential domestic developments stemming from the Middle East conflict, with the TNI emphasising that this is part of its constitutional duty to protect the nation.

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPeng Indonesia has officially opened its fifth dealership in Indonesia, located in Pluit, North Jakarta. The new two-storey facility spans approximately 779 square metres and offers integrated 3S services—sales, service, and spare parts—positioned to support the company's expansion of electric vehicle infrastructure and strengthen consumer confidence in the XPeng brand across the country.

President Prabowo Subianto sought prayers and support from Islamic religious leaders, scholars and community organisations at a national Nuzulul Qur'an commemoration at the State Palace, appealing for unity and collective effort to tackle corruption, strengthen the economy and safeguard the nation's interests. Prominent Islamic scholar Prof Muhammad Quraish Shihab served as the event's speaker, offering prayers for the President's leadership and expressing the Muslim community's willingness to support efforts to uphold justice and peace.

The Indonesian National Police (Polri) have inaugurated the third phase of operational research centres under the Police Science Higher Education Institution (PTIK), launching seven new study centres focused on areas including police technology, forensics, international relations, national security, and women and child protection. This initiative aims to strengthen evidence-based policymaking in policing and security matters, complementing nine research centres established in 2025 to bring the total to 16 specialised study centres across various policing disciplines.

Indonesia's Foreign Ministry has swiftly evacuated 22 Indonesian nationals from Iran following escalating military tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran since late February 2026. Foreign Minister Sugiono, who personally welcomed the evacuees at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport on Tuesday 10 March 2026, has urged remaining Indonesians in Tehran to register with the nearest Indonesian diplomatic mission for repatriation and emphasised that the government is coordinating intensively with embassies across the Middle East to ensure safe evacuation routes.

A member of the Indonesian House of Representatives Commission IV has cautioned the government to monitor the effects of Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions on both the energy sector and national food security. Rising global oil prices stemming from Iran-Israel conflicts could increase distribution and production costs for food, potentially widening regional price disparities despite adequate domestic stock levels. The legislator emphasised the need for proactive anticipatory measures and stronger domestic food production policies integrated into national resilience strategies.

The Harvest, a dessert retail company, has launched a social programme called "Let Eid Be The Light" to support and motivate children memorising the Qur'an during Ramadan and leading up to Eid al-Fitr 2026. The initiative includes breaking fast together and distributing alms packages to orphans and Islamic students at various foundations. The company aims to extend the concept of happiness and celebration to underserved communities during the Islamic holy month.

The Sulawesi Utara Regional Police have successfully dismantled human trafficking networks operating both internationally and domestically, thwarting two attempted victim transfers within two months. Two cases were uncovered: one involving recruitment of online gambling administrators to Cambodia and another targeting women for forced labour as Ladies Companions in Manokwari, Papua Barat. The accused have been detained and charged under Indonesia's human trafficking law.

Indonesia's national Shop in Indonesia Only (BINA) Lebaran 2026 campaign officially commenced on 6–30 March 2026, aiming to boost domestic consumption during Ramadan through Eid al-Fitr and strengthen the national economy. The programme targets Rp53.38 trillion in transactions—a 20 per cent increase from the previous year—operating across more than 400 shopping centres and approximately 80,000 shops nationwide, with government stimulus measures including social assistance, transport discounts, and holiday allowances (THR) supporting consumer spending.

Indonesia has successfully evacuated 22 of its nationals from Iran to Jakarta following military tensions in Tehran, with the embassy's windows trembling from nearby explosions. A total of 32 Indonesians have been evacuated in the first wave, whilst a second wave of 36 nationals is scheduled for repatriation. The Indonesian embassy coordinated the evacuation across multiple transit points including Azerbaijan and Turkey, prioritising the safety and security of departing citizens.

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has confirmed that the Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) will not be dissolved or replaced by Swiss company SGS, reversing President Prabowo's earlier stance. The reversal comes after Prabowo acknowledged visible improvements in DJBC's performance and praised the efforts of both the customs and tax directorates during a recent palace meeting, with tax revenues growing 30 per cent in January–February 2026.

Qatar has formally denied reports that it severed diplomatic communications with Iran, reaffirming that dialogue remains open despite drastically reduced intensity following regional escalation in March 2026. The Gulf state, traditionally a mediator between Iran and the United States, stated it is now prioritising de-escalation efforts rather than mediation, as it faces emerging threats to its own sovereignty from Iranian counter-strikes following a U.S.-Israeli military operation on 28 February 2026 that killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) projects that credit disbursement to the micro, small, and medium enterprises (UMKM) sector will grow between 7–9 per cent annually in 2026, driven by increased consumer confidence, national economic growth prospects, and strengthened UMKM financing policies. Despite current moderation in UMKM credit growth at 0.53 per cent year-on-year as of January 2026, the banking industry remains optimistic about recovery prospects, supported by positive consumer confidence indices and expected seasonal consumption momentum during the Eid al-Fitr period. The OJK has issued new regulations requiring banks and non-bank financial institutions to provide accessible, affordable, and inclusive financing schemes specifically tailored to UMKM operators.

PT Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) has committed to planting 150,000 mangrove seedlings by 2026 as part of its comprehensive climate change mitigation and ecosystem protection strategy. The company is implementing biodiversity action plans, transitioning to renewable energy including 502 electric vehicles and solar installations, and targeting a 10% emissions reduction per period in line with Indonesian Government Regulation No. 21 of 2021 on low-emission industrial zones.

Lalu Herman Mahaputra, also known as Dr Jack, head of the West Nusa Tenggara Regional Tax Authority (Bapenda), died suddenly in Jakarta on the evening of 10 March 2026. The 58-year-old official, who was formerly director of the West Nusa Tenggara General Hospital, had participated in a workshop on mining revenue calculations on the previous day; the exact cause of death remains undetermined, though preliminary reports suggest sudden physical collapse following fatigue during the workshop.

The central committee of Angkatan Muda Pembaharuan Indonesia (AMPI), the youth wing of Golkar party, held a breaking-of-fast gathering and discussion event on 10 March 2026 with hundreds of orphaned children at a mosque in Golkar's headquarters complex. The initiative, led by AMPI Chairman Jerry Sambuaga, included distributing aid and provisions to the orphans as part of the party's Ramadhan charitable programme. Senior Golkar party officials, including party secretary-general M Sarmuji and parliamentary leaders, participated and praised the youth organisation's social welfare efforts.

The North Sumatra Provincial Government is targeting a significant reduction in the number of people displaced by hydrometeorological disasters, aiming for zero tent shelters before Eid 2026. As of 1 March 2026, 3,554 people across 921 families remain in evacuation centres in two regencies, with the government accelerating the construction and distribution of temporary housing units (huntara), which is already 90 per cent complete.

A psychiatrist specialising in addiction disorders has identified three pathways through which individuals develop gambling addiction, including online gambling. Those without genetic predisposition may gamble casually without developing addiction, whilst individuals with underlying mental health issues such as depression and anxiety are at significantly higher risk. The psychiatrist emphasises that gambling addiction is classified by the World Health Organisation since 2022 as a behavioural addiction, alongside gaming.

The Education Office of Sabu Raijua Regency in East Nusa Tenggara has revoked the teaching licence of Rusly Lingu Djara, a teacher at SMP Negeri 2 Sabu Timur, following the viral circulation of a video showing him hugging and kissing students in a classroom. The educator has been barred from teaching indefinitely and temporarily reassigned to the Education Office. The investigation into the matter remains ongoing with local police.

Kaesang Pangarep, chairman of the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI), visited Minggir Islamic Boarding School in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta on 10 March 2026 as part of his Ramadan visits to religious leaders. During the visit, Kaesang and PSI daily chairman Ahmad Ali participated in evening prayers with students and were served traditional Yogyakarta satay klatak, which they praised for its distinctive taste and cultural significance.