Archive: 10 March 2026
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Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:31 WIB
Copyright Bill: Once Mekel Ensures Regulation More Adaptive to Creative Industry
Indonesia's Parliamentary Legislative Body held a working committee meeting on 10 March 2026 to harmonise and finalise the draft amendments to the 2014 Copyright Law, with legislator Once Mekel emphasising the need for adaptive regulations that protect all stakeholders in the copyright ecosystem. Mekel outlined key principles including balanced protection of exclusive creator rights alongside public access to creative works, the establishment of separate regulatory and royalty collection bodies, and development of a robust digital database system to ensure transparent copyright management and fair royalty distribution.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:31 WIB
South Sumatra's investment realisation reaches Rp62.67 trillion in 2025
South Sumatra province recorded investment realisations of Rp62.67 trillion throughout 2025, comprising Rp15.47 trillion in foreign direct investment and Rp47.19 trillion in domestic investment, whilst absorbing 61,529 workers. Although this represents a decrease of approximately Rp8 trillion compared to 2024's Rp70.92 trillion, the provincial authorities maintain that the performance exceeds regional targets, with Singapore, China, and Japan as the largest investor contributors.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:31 WIB
NEWLAB+ Clarifies Richard Lee No Longer Serves as Commissioner
PT Percepatan Sumber Berkah (NEWLAB+) has formally clarified that Dr. Richard Lee has been removed from his position as Commissioner and no longer holds any role within the company structure, effective 17 June 2025. The separation was agreed upon mutually due to differing visions for the company's future and has been legally formalised through a deed of termination notarised and approved by Indonesia's Ministry of Law and Human Rights, with the company emphasising it has no ongoing affiliation or business relationship with Lee.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Social Minister affirms commitment to boosting economy of Pasuruan City
Social Minister Saifullah Yusuf (Gus Ipul) has reaffirmed the government's commitment to improving the economic welfare of Pasuruan City through strategic programmes administered by the Ministry of Social Affairs. Key initiatives include the expansion of "Sekolah Rakyat" (People's School) programme to accommodate 300 students, promotion of village cooperatives for economic empowerment, and distribution of laying hen livestock assistance to low-income productive families, with plans for broader implementation across Pasuruan City.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Traffic Police Chief Emphasises Humane Service Ahead of Eid Exodus
The Head of the Traffic Police Corps (Kakorlantas), Inspector General Agus Suryonugroho, has called on traffic police personnel to adopt a more humane approach to public service ahead of the Eid holiday exodus. He emphasised that Operation Ketupat, the annual security operation during Eid and Nyepi celebrations, must ensure safe and smooth travel whilst maintaining social and spiritual harmony across the nation.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Ramadan Social Programme Reaches More Than 1,500 Beneficiaries Across Five Cities
Lintasarta, the AI Factory of Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison Group, has launched a comprehensive Ramadan social initiative reaching over 1,500 beneficiaries across Jakarta, Yogyakarta, Surabaya, Makassar, and Aceh. The programme encompasses worship facility upgrades, local micro-enterprise empowerment through the Warung Berkah initiative, environmental education for orphaned children, and support for company employees during the Eidulfitri holiday period. The company emphasises that digital transformation must be accompanied by genuine social responsibility and community impact.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Strengthen Bargaining Position, Rubber Farmers Must Optimise Potential
Smallholder rubber farmers in Indonesia, who manage over 80% of the nation's rubber plantations, are being urged to strengthen their economic potential amid global price fluctuations and productivity challenges. The Indonesian Rubber Farmers Association (Apkarindo) convened a strategic farmers' forum to address trade transparency issues and develop coordinated strategies to secure fair and competitive market prices for rubber farmers. The association aims to position rubber commodities as a stable source of family farmer prosperity by fostering collaboration between farmers, industry partners, and government agencies.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Iran Says US Warnings Are Mere Talk, Threatens to Eliminate Trump
Iranian security advisor Ali Larijani issued veiled threats against US President Donald Trump, warning him not to be "eliminated" and dismissing American threats as empty. The exchange of threats follows a major escalation in late February when US and Israeli forces killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, sparking a regional conflict with significant implications for global energy supplies through the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Prabowo's Move to Convene Ministers Deemed Important
Senior researcher Lili Romli has praised President Prabowo Subianto's decision to convene several ministers amid escalating global geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning conflicts involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Romli stressed that whilst such ministerial coordination is urgent, the public expects concrete strategic measures and mitigation policies to shield Indonesia from the economic and political fallout of Middle Eastern conflicts, and that maintaining national unity through wider public dialogue is essential.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Police and Journalists Distribute 1,500 Food Items and Breaking-Fast Provisions to Public in Annual Routine
The Indonesian National Police (Polri) partnered with journalists to distribute 1,500 food items and breaking-fast provisions to the public on 10 March 2026, particularly targeting workers such as motorcycle taxi and public transport drivers in locations around Police Headquarters in South Jakarta. The initiative, an annual collaborative effort between Polri and journalists, reflects the police force's commitment to spreading the blessings of Ramadan through community service and empathy. The police also used the occasion to appeal to the public to exercise caution during the upcoming mudik (homecoming) period and to utilise available police support services for security and vehicle registration.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:29 WIB
Renovation of former Buleleng Port to commence shortly
The Buleleng District Government is preparing to begin the renovation of the former Buleleng Port area, with the groundbreaking ceremony expected to take place within the coming weeks after technical preparations are completed. Regent I Nyoman Sutjidra assured that the project will commence this year, whilst two other strategic area development projects in Singaraja's Zero Point and Lovina are already underway, though facing scheduling pressures from approaching religious holidays.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:28 WIB
ASITA: Removal of transit routes from OTAs will harm passengers and connectivity
The Association of Indonesian Tours and Travel Agencies (ASITA) has warned that the proposed removal of transit flight route options from online travel agents (OTAs) would harm passengers and weaken Indonesia's air connectivity. ASITA argues that transit flights are essential for connecting Indonesia's archipelago of over 17,000 islands and hundreds of cities without direct flight connections, particularly during peak travel periods like the Lebaran exodus. The group contends that removing transit options from OTAs will merely restrict consumer information without addressing the underlying structural factors that drive high ticket prices, including fuel costs, operational expenses, and limited aircraft capacity.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:28 WIB
10 Candidates for OJK Leadership to Undergo Fit and Proper Test at Commission XI DPR Tomorrow
Commission XI of the Indonesian House of Representatives will conduct fitness assessments for 10 candidates vying for five positions on the Financial Services Authority (OJK) Board of Commissioners on 11 March 2026. The comprehensive evaluation process will take place in a single day, with decisions expected immediately upon completion, as the government seeks to establish stable leadership at the financial regulator amid global economic uncertainty.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:27 WIB
Government Requires Campus Research for Energy Security
The Indonesian government is mobilising university research and technology to strengthen national energy resilience, with particular focus on renewable energy development, electric vehicle conversion, and solar power generation (PLTS). Education Minister Brian Yuliarto announced the push following discussions with President Prabowo Subianto, emphasising the need to accelerate the practical implementation of renewable energy technologies developed by higher education institutions.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:27 WIB
Six districts in South-East Sulawesi to receive fisherman housing assistance through KNMP programme
The South-East Sulawesi provincial government announced that six districts are receiving fisherman housing assistance worth 132 billion rupiah through the Red and White Fishermen Village (KNMP) programme. The initiative focuses on constructing and rehabilitating substandard housing in fishing communities across Konawe, Bombana, Kolaka, North Buton, Muna, and South Buton districts, with integrated development planned at the village level and construction expected to commence in April.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:27 WIB
Police Raid Three Drug Shops in East Jakarta Over Alleged Illegal Sale of Prescription Medicines
Police in East Jakarta's Pasar Rebo district raided three shops allegedly selling prescription medicines illegally following an incident in which firecrackers were thrown at one of the establishments. Officers seized 15 lists of Category G drugs (prescription-only medicines) from the shops, which had been operating covertly despite officially closing months earlier. Police have urged the public to report suspected illegal drug sales to authorities rather than taking matters into their own hands.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:26 WIB
Social welfare recipients exempt from membership fees for village cooperatives
Indonesia's Ministry of Cooperatives has announced that recipients of social assistance from the Social Welfare Ministry who join Village/Subdistrict Red and White Cooperatives (KDKMP) are exempt from paying basic membership fees. The government aims to leverage the large membership base of social welfare recipients to strengthen economic empowerment and rural development, with plans to provide financing support and market local MSME products through cooperative networks.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:26 WIB
Lampung Police Designate 14 Individuals as Suspects in Illegal Gold Mining Operation
Lampung Police's Special Criminal Investigation Directorate has dismantled an illegal gold mining operation in Way Kanan Regency, apprehending 24 individuals with 14 formally designated as suspects. The operation, spanning approximately 200 hectares on state plantation land over 1.5 years, is estimated to have generated daily revenues of approximately Rp2.8 billion (£139,000) with total estimated state losses exceeding Rp1.3 trillion (£65 million).
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:26 WIB
Pemuda Pancasila Leader Japto Completes KPK Questioning: Ask the Investigators
The chairman of Pemuda Pancasila (PP) Japto Soerjosoemarno has been questioned by Indonesia's anti-corruption agency (KPK) in connection with alleged corruption involving former East Kutai Regency Bupati Rita Widyasari. This marks the second interrogation, following earlier probes into suspected payments of approximately USD 3.6-5 per tonne of coal that Japto allegedly received, with KPK having seized 11 vehicles and Rp 56 billion from his residence during raids investigating money laundering connected to the case.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:26 WIB
Pemuda Pancasila Chairman Completes KPK Questioning in Coal Corruption Probe
Japto Soerjosoemarno, Chairman of Pemuda Pancasila, has completed his second questioning by Indonesia's anti-corruption agency KPK regarding alleged bribery connected to former Kutai Kartanegara Regent Rita Widyasari. The investigation centres on allegations that Widyasari demanded compensation of USD 3.6-5 per tonne of coal from mining permits, with part of the proceeds allegedly flowing to Japto and other associates, prompting the KPK to seize 11 vehicles and Rp 56 billion from his residence.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:25 WIB
Iran Closes Diplomatic Door, Prepares for Prolonged War
Iranian Foreign Policy Advisor Kamal Kharazi has declared that diplomacy is no longer an option and Iran is prepared for a prolonged conflict with the United States and Israel, following joint attacks on 28 February that killed over 1,200 people including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran has responded with drone and missile strikes and effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, which handles approximately 20 million barrels of oil shipments daily and around 20 per cent of global liquefied natural gas trade, creating significant economic pressure on regional and global markets.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:24 WIB
Why Women Hunt for Second-Hand Imported Bras at Senen Market: The Elastic Lasts Longer
Shoppers at Senen Market's second-hand clothing section in central Jakarta are increasingly purchasing imported pre-owned undergarments, particularly bras, due to their perceived superior durability and elasticity compared to new locally-available alternatives. Customers like Feni, a regular buyer from Banten, report that imported second-hand bras maintain their elasticity for over two years despite being pre-owned, and the low prices make them an economical choice for everyday wear, whilst some vendors operate up to seven or eight stalls selling such goods sourced primarily from Japan and Korea.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:24 WIB
Assisted by Kang Dedi Mulyadi, Sumedang Regent Guarantees Safe Return of Stranded Citizens from Papua
Five residents from Sumedang Regency in West Java, who were stranded in Dekai District, Yahukimo Regency in Papua's mountainous region after being lured by false job promises, will be assisted to return home through coordinated efforts between the regency and provincial governments. Regent Dony Ahmad Munir and West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi have committed to facilitating their return via commercial flights through multiple airports, with the regency also providing travel provisions and cautioning citizens against deceptive job offers lacking clear employment contracts and responsible parties.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:24 WIB
Pertagas Performance Grows in 2025 as Gas Transport and LPG Distribution Increase
PT Pertamina Gas (Pertagas) achieved solid operational performance throughout 2025, with growth across key business lines including gas and oil transportation, regasification, and LPG distribution. Gas transportation volumes reached over 1,500 million standard cubic feet per day (up 4% year-on-year), whilst the company generated revenues of $861.51 million with EBITDA climbing 15.9% and net profit rising 21.43%, supported by expanded customer base and network infrastructure development across 2,930 kilometres of gas pipelines and 605 kilometres of oil transmission pipelines.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:22 WIB
OJK projects UMKM credit growth of 7-9 per cent this year
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has projected that credit disbursement to micro, small and medium enterprises (UMKM) will grow 7-9 per cent year-on-year in 2026, driven by rising consumer confidence and strengthened financing policies. Despite a 0.53 per cent year-on-year decline in UMKM credit disbursement as of January 2026 to Rp1.482,9 trillion, the sector's fundamentals remain sound, with positive consumer sentiment expected to boost growth through seasonal effects and increased household consumption ahead of Eid celebrations.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:22 WIB
Premium Rice Prices in Tasikmalaya Rise to Rp16,000 per Kilogramme
Premium rice prices in Tasikmalaya, West Java, have increased from Rp13,500 to Rp16,000 per kilogramme ahead of Eid al-Fitr, with retailers charging up to Rp17,000, creating concern amongst residents over rising staple food costs. Despite government efforts through cheap food distribution programmes and Bulog intervention, market prices remain elevated as merchants continue to stock premium quality rice whilst medium-grade stock becomes scarce. Local market officials report price increases in other essentials including eggs and beef, whilst some commodity prices such as chillies remain volatile but typically spike closer to major festivals.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:20 WIB
Religious Holiday Allowance Not Being Paid? Yogyakarta City Government Opens Complaint Centre and Prepares to Receive Worker Reports
The Yogyakarta City Government has opened a task force complaint and consultation centre for the 2026 religious holiday allowance (THR) payment, operational from 5 March until 27 March ahead of Eid al-Fitr. The centre aims to ensure compliant THR payment and provide consulting services to both workers and companies facing difficulties with payment obligations. Consultations and complaints can be submitted online via WhatsApp (0821-3534-9997) or email (bidangkhi@gmail.com).
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:20 WIB
Nadiem asserts he never interfered with Gojek affairs after becoming minister
Nadiem Anwar Makarim, former Education, Culture, Research and Technology Minister (2019-2024), testified as a crown witness in an anti-corruption court hearing that he completely relinquished control of his shareholding in PT Gojek Indonesia upon taking office, delegating all voting rights to co-founders Kevin Aluwi and Andre Soelistyo to avoid conflicts of interest. Three defendants are accused of causing state losses of Rp2.18 trillion through a suspected corruption scheme involving procurement of Chromebook laptops and Chrome Device Management systems in the Education Ministry's digitalisation programme between 2019 and 2022.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:20 WIB
Social Welfare Minister Encourages Beneficiaries to Join Village Cooperative Membership
Indonesia's Social Welfare Minister is encouraging over five million beneficiaries of government assistance programmes in East Java to join village cooperatives (KDKMP), as part of a broader government initiative to transform welfare recipients into productive economic participants. The effort includes pilot programmes providing lay hens to selected families to generate additional income through cooperative-based sales channels. This inter-agency collaboration between the Ministries of Social Affairs and Cooperatives aims to shift rural communities from passive welfare recipients to active economic actors with broader implications for national prosperity.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:20 WIB
Indonesia Most Aggressive Weapons Buyer in ASEAN, Here Are Its Suppliers
Indonesia ranks as the 18th largest weapons importer globally and the largest in Southeast Asia during 2021-2025, accounting for 1.5% of global arms imports, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). Italy, the United States, and France are its primary suppliers, providing 40%, 16%, and 14% of Indonesia's weapons imports respectively, with major acquisitions including Italian combat ships, American transport aircraft and Black Hawk helicopters, and French Rafale fighter jets and Scorpene submarines. The data suggests Indonesia's defence modernisation remains a strategic priority, whilst its declining global market share may indicate increasing reliance on domestic defence industry capabilities.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:17 WIB
France Ready for Agricultural Expertise and Efficiency Cooperation with Indonesia
France's Ambassador to Indonesia Fabien Penone has expressed readiness to strengthen cooperation with Indonesia in agricultural expertise, efficiency and productivity by sharing experience, technology and modern food sector management. During a meeting with Indonesia's Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman, Penone praised Indonesia's achievements in food production and food security whilst committing to support further agricultural sector development through knowledge transfer and technological collaboration.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:17 WIB
How to Upgrade Legacy Identification Documents to QR Code
Indonesia's civil registry authority (Dukcapil) has introduced QR Code versions of key identity documents including family cards, birth certificates, and marriage certificates, which can be verified digitally through the Digital Identity (IKD) application without requiring wet-seal legalisation. Citizens can upgrade their legacy documents to QR Code versions by visiting Dukcapil offices with their e-KTP and family card, with the new documents being printable on standard A4 paper and directly linked to the state's civil administration system to prevent forgery.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:17 WIB
Head of Cianjur DPRD Urges Public to Heighten Vigilance During Lebaran Exodus
The Head of Cianjur Regional House of Representatives (DPRD) has called on residents travelling home for Lebaran to exercise caution regarding safety and health, citing predicted increases in vehicle volume and rainy season weather conditions. Local government authorities have been urged to ensure road infrastructure is adequately prepared, particularly in the southern regions where 18 disaster-prone points have been mapped along travel routes.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:17 WIB
Walhi Jakarta Criticises RDF: Waste Management at Source Level More Effective
The Indonesian Environmental Forum (Walhi) Jakarta has criticised the government's reliance on large-scale thermal waste processing technologies like Refuse-Derived Fuel (RDF) and incinerators, arguing that waste management at the source level—particularly for organic waste—is more cost-effective and sustainable. Walhi contends that simple infrastructure such as composting at the neighbourhood or village level is better suited to Indonesia's waste composition, and warns that RDF technology creates perverse economic incentives that may encourage continued waste generation rather than reduction.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:16 WIB
Priority Bills Targeted for Completion During Fourth Session of Indonesian Parliament 2025-2026
The Head of the Parliamentary Legislative Body (Baleg), Bob Hasan, has set targets to complete several priority bills during the fourth sitting session of the Indonesian Parliament, which runs from 10 March to 21 April 2026. The session aims to convert public aspirations gathered during parliamentary recess into concrete policy measures, with priority legislation including bills on domestic worker protection, strategic commodities, Aceh governance, wiretapping, and indigenous communities. Despite the 43-day session being shortened by Eid holidays and government work-from-anywhere policies, Baleg remains optimistic about maximising legislative productivity through flexible scheduling and task force formations.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:16 WIB
ADB Provides US$150 Million Loan to Linknet to Strengthen Indonesia's Digital Infrastructure
The Asian Development Bank has provided a US$150 million loan to PT Link Net Tbk to support expansion of digital infrastructure and broadband services in Indonesia, including nationwide deployment of fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) networks and open-access wholesale models. The investment aligns with Indonesia's digital transformation agenda and supports government efforts to improve broadband adoption, particularly for micro, small, and medium enterprises, while addressing the country's lagging fibre optic infrastructure compared to regional neighbours.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:15 WIB
JAPFA Cuts Poultry Feed Prices to Reduce Producer Costs Ahead of Eid
PT Japfa Comfeed Indonesia Tbk (JAPFA) has reduced poultry feed prices ahead of Eid al-Fitr to help farmers lower production costs and maintain stable poultry product prices in the market. The move, coordinated with the Ministry of Agriculture, is part of the company's commitment to support Indonesia's poultry sector and ensure affordable supplies during the Islamic holiday period.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:15 WIB
Pramono Warns Community Organisations Against Forcing Entrepreneurs to Provide Holiday Bonuses Ahead of Eid
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has urged community organisations not to coerce business owners into providing holiday bonuses (THR) ahead of Eid al-Fitr, emphasising that such payments should be voluntary to maintain a conducive business climate. He advised entrepreneurs to respond wisely to bonus demands and urged the provincial government to ensure a safe and comfortable atmosphere during the Ramadan and Eid season. The Jakarta provincial government is also organising cultural events including a Hijab Fashion Show and a Bedug Festival to celebrate the upcoming Islamic holidays.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:15 WIB
DPR Chair Urges Government to Mitigate Economic Impact of US-Israel-Iran Conflict Ahead of Eid al-Fitr
DPR Chair Puan Maharani has called on the government to implement mitigation measures to offset the economic impact of escalating US-Israel-Iran tensions ahead of the Eid al-Fitr holiday. Puan warned that the government must carefully manage transportation costs and food supplies during this critical period, and the DPR will summon relevant ministries to ensure all risks are properly anticipated.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:14 WIB
Minister for Cooperatives: Transforming Social Welfare Recipients into Economic Empowerment Initiative
Indonesia's Minister for Cooperatives Ferry Juliantono has emphasised that converting social welfare beneficiaries into members of Village Red-White Cooperatives (KDKMP) represents a strategic effort to empower communities economically. The programme aims to increase beneficiaries' income through annual profit distributions and facilitate economic advancement, particularly for households currently in the lowest income deciles. With over five million welfare recipients in East Java alone, the cooperatives are positioned as community-driven centres for local commerce and economic development.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:14 WIB
If Tax Ratio Reaches 11 Per Cent, Purbaya Will Award Bonuses to Finance Ministry Staff
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has pledged to request presidential approval for bonuses to all staff at the Directorate General of Taxation and the Directorate General of Customs and Excise if Indonesia's tax ratio reaches 11 per cent next year. The minister emphasised that improving the tax ratio is crucial for expanding fiscal space and supporting economic growth, with the digital taxation system Coretax already delivering significant results, including a 30 per cent increase in tax revenue compared to the previous year.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:13 WIB
22 Indonesian Citizens from Iran Arrive at Soekarno-Hatta Airport, Received by Foreign Minister Sugiono
Indonesia has commenced the repatriation of its citizens from Iran, with 22 Indonesians arriving at Soekarno-Hatta Airport as part of the first wave of evacuations following escalating Middle Eastern tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. Foreign Minister Sugiono confirmed that a second group of 10 citizens will arrive shortly, with at least 36 additional Indonesians registered for the second repatriation wave. The government is coordinating the complex evacuation process whilst managing multiple logistical and security factors, and advises citizens against non-essential travel to the Middle East.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:12 WIB
Viral French Tourist Calls Bali 'Hell on Earth', Badung Tourism Authority Responds
A French tourist's viral video criticising Bali's infrastructure, hospitality services and local dishonesty has sparked a response from Badung's head of tourism. Authorities acknowledge the complaints as constructive feedback whilst emphasising the tourism sector's importance to the local economy, with 60 per cent of residents dependent on it for livelihoods.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:11 WIB
Petrol Station in Babelan, Bekasi Robbed; 5 Employees Beaten and Detained
A petrol station in Babelan, Bekasi was targeted in a robbery on 10 March 2026 at around 3:00 AM, leaving five employees beaten and restrained. The perpetrators broke into the station's staff quarters, threatened workers with sharp weapons and metal bars, subdued them by tying them with tape and cables, and then broke into the safe before fleeing. Police have launched an investigation and are examining CCTV footage and witness statements to identify the suspects.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:11 WIB
IDAI Recommends Six Strategic Steps to Address Measles Crisis in Indonesia
The Indonesian Paediatric Association (IDAI) has issued six strategic recommendations to combat a severe measles outbreak, with Indonesia ranking second globally in confirmed cases and 69 deaths recorded in 2025 alone. The recommendations include accelerating immunisation coverage, strengthening laboratory diagnostics and case management capacity, implementing infection control measures, improving disease surveillance, and intensifying public health communication about the dangers of measles and its potential fatal complications.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:11 WIB
159 Posts Established Across West Java from Main Routes to Terminals to Ensure Smooth 2026 Homecoming Period
West Java's Transportation Agency has established 159 Lebaran Transport Posts across strategic locations including rest areas, highway junctions, terminals, airports, and seaports ahead of the 2026 homecoming period. The posts, which will be fully operational by 14 March 2026 with 4,328 personnel, will monitor passenger movement, traffic flow, provide information services, and receive public complaints. The deployment is complemented by 26 analytical CCTV cameras already in place, with plans to add 100 more cameras as part of an advanced traffic management system centred at West Java Digital Centre and the Transportation Agency headquarters.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:10 WIB
Astra Infra Toll Roads Prepare to Welcome Homebound Travellers
Astra Infra, a major Indonesian toll road operator, has announced comprehensive preparations to accommodate an estimated 6.8 million vehicles during the 2026 Eid homebound and return journey period, with enhanced infrastructure maintenance and extreme weather contingencies. The company is completing third-lane additions on the Tangerang-Merak and Cikopo-Palimanan toll routes whilst mobilising over 800 personnel and 90 operational vehicles to ensure safety and service continuity. Advanced traffic management systems, including over 500 integrated CCTV units and 24-hour communication centres, have been deployed to handle the predicted 2.1 per cent increase in vehicle volumes compared to 2025.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:10 WIB
Iranian Ballistic Missiles Begin Strikes on Turkey; Erdogan Takes Action
Turkey's government has announced the deployment of Patriot air defence missile systems to the Malatya region following Iran's ballistic missile attacks across Turkish airspace, with NATO successfully intercepting a second missile within five days. The escalation has prompted the United States to close its consulate in Adana and order American citizens to evacuate from southeastern Turkey, whilst tensions persist over NATO facilities including the strategically important Kurecik airbase near the Iranian border.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:09 WIB
Vertical Rescue Indonesia conducts high-rise building maintenance demonstration in Bandung
Vertical Rescue Indonesia conducted a simulation of high-rise cleaning and maintenance at the 81-metre minaret of Bandung's Grand Mosque on 10 March 2026, with eight team members demonstrating proper safety procedures. The demonstration served both as practical training in vertical rescue techniques and public education on the importance of workplace safety protocols, static rope systems, and protective equipment for high-altitude work.
Tue, 10 Mar 2026, 20:08 WIB
President Prabowo Holds Nuzulul Qur'an Commemoration at State Palace
President Prabowo held a state-level Nuzulul Qur'an (Descent of the Qur'an) commemoration at the State Palace in Jakarta on Tuesday evening, attended by religious leaders and cabinet ministers. This year's observance carried the theme "The Qur'an, Ecological Trust, and the Path to World Peace," with Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar emphasising the Qur'an's guidance on environmental stewardship, human relationships, and social harmony. The government invited 30 orphans from care facilities to participate in the religious commemoration.