Archive: 13 March 2026
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Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:11 WIB
South Kalimantan Forestry Service Maintains 280 Hectares of Community Forest to Strengthen FOLU Net Sink 2030
South Kalimantan's Forestry Service is maintaining approximately 280 hectares of community forest across four forest management units to support Indonesia's FOLU Net Sink 2030 emissions control programme. The maintenance activities, funded through the RBC2 FOLU Net Sink 2030 second phase programme and involving six forest farmer groups, include weeding, transplanting, and roadside vegetation planting across 50 kilometres of roads in the province. Future activities planned include community forest development in several villages, mangrove rehabilitation on Laut Island, and agroforestry expansion initiatives across Hulu Sungai Tengah and Tabalong districts.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:11 WIB
Kidnapping Scenario of State Bank Branch Head Revealed: Release or Murder
Three primary defendants in the kidnapping and murder of Mohammad Ilham Pradipta, a branch head of a state-owned bank, planned two scenarios: either releasing him or eliminating him after accessing dormant customer accounts. The defendants—Candy (Ken), Dwi Hartono, and Antonius Aditia Maharjuni—orchestrated the abduction from a shopping mall in East Jakarta on 20 August 2025, with the victim found dead in Bekasi four days later, alongside involvement of military personnel and 18 other suspects.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:11 WIB
First Anniversary: Danantara Distributes 2,000 School Supply Packages
Danantara Indonesia, the state investment management body, marked its first anniversary with a reflection event attended by President Prabowo Subianto and cabinet ministers, emphasising the institution's role in managing state assets professionally for long-term national benefit. As part of the commemoration, state-owned enterprises distributed 88,000 school supply packages nationwide, with PT TASPEN providing 2,000 packages to students across seven schools in Bengkulu Province.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:10 WIB
Prabowo: Online Drivers to Receive Holiday Bonus Under My Administration
President Prabowo Subianto chaired a full cabinet meeting at the State Palace on 13 March 2026 to prepare for the Eid holidays, directing ministers to ensure that holiday allowances are distributed on time to civil servants and private employees, as well as a holiday bonus of between 400,000 and 1.6 million rupiah to online transportation drivers. Prabowo emphasised that this is the first time online drivers are receiving such support under his administration, whilst also instructing relevant ministries to stabilise food supplies, maintain price controls, and promote domestic tourism during the holiday period.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:09 WIB
Prabowo criticises observers who fuel public anxiety
President Prabowo Subianto has criticised some political observers for having narrow-minded attitudes and deliberately stoking public anxiety rather than supporting government success. Speaking at a full cabinet meeting at the State Palace in Jakarta on Friday, Prabowo acknowledged that political competition and criticism are normal in democracy, but insisted that all parties should unite to strengthen the state after elections conclude. He emphasised that the government possesses intelligence data on those attempting to influence public opinion and remains committed to evidence-based approaches whilst preparing for global economic challenges.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:08 WIB
BPJS Health Provides Free Services for Homecoming Travellers at Purabaya Terminal Sidoarjo
BPJS Kesehatan (Indonesia's national health insurance provider) has established free health service posts across eight strategic locations during the 2026 Ramadan homecoming period (13-18 March), including Terminal Purabaya in Sidoarjo, offering free consultations, health checks, and emergency medical treatment for travellers. The initiative reflects the agency's commitment to ensuring continued healthcare access for JKN participants travelling outside their residential areas through the programme's portability principle. Additional administrative services will be available at branch offices on select dates, and participants can access information on operating facilities through the Mobile JKN application.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:08 WIB
Life Insurance Industry Records Revenue of Rp 238.71 Trillion, Health Claims Rise Throughout 2025
Indonesia's life insurance industry achieved total revenue of Rp 238.71 trillion in 2025, representing year-on-year growth of 9.3 per cent, primarily driven by improved investment returns. Whilst premium income declined slightly by 1.8 per cent, this reflects changing consumer preferences in premium payment methods, and the number of insured increased by 8.6 per cent to 168.03 million individuals. The industry paid out total claims and benefits of Rp 146.73 trillion to approximately 9.59 million beneficiaries during the year.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:08 WIB
Two Central Java Regency Heads Arrested in KPK Operations within Two Weeks
Indonesia's anti-corruption commission (KPK) has arrested two regional heads in Central Java Province within two weeks, with the latest arrest being Cilacap Regency Head Syamsul Auliya Rachman on 13 March 2026. The KPK operation, which detained 27 individuals in total, is investigating allegations that Syamsul received bribes related to projects in Cilacap Regency. Cash evidence was also seized during the operation, though the KPK has not yet disclosed the specific projects or corruption details.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:07 WIB
ASDP Prepares Parking Buffer Zones to Address Congestion at Bakauheni Port
PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry's Bakauheni branch has established multiple parking buffer zones across several rest areas and non-tolled facilities to manage traffic congestion and passenger queuing during the Eid holiday exodus. The company is implementing a pre-ticketing system at designated buffer zones, with no ticket sales permitted within the port area itself, requiring passengers to purchase tickets in advance to streamline operations and avoid delays.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:06 WIB
ISNU Aceh Regional Leadership Distributes Eid Aid Packages to Flood-Affected Recipients in Aceh Tamiang
The Aceh Regional Leadership of the Association of Nahdlatul Ulama Scholars (ISNU) has distributed Eid aid packages, including cash, essential goods, and other supplies, to branch leaders in flood-affected Aceh Tamiang on 13 March 2026. More than 100 days after the November 2025 floods and landslides, thousands of residents remain in temporary shelters, and ISNU has undertaken multiple relief efforts including distribution of religious texts, scholarships for affected students, and coordination with humanitarian organisations to accelerate economic recovery.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:06 WIB
Purwakarta Residents Flock to Cheap Food Movement
The Purwakarta Police District held a Cheap Food Movement (Gerakan Pangan Murah) event on 13 March to help residents access essential commodities at affordable prices, with high public demand resulting in rapid sell-outs of staples including rice, sugar, cooking oil, and poultry. The initiative was presented as part of the Indonesian National Police's broader commitment to supporting communities whilst bolstering government efforts to stabilise basic commodity prices ahead of the Eid al-Fitr holiday.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:05 WIB
Latest Update on BYD Factory Project in Subang
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD's factory in Subang industrial estate is progressing significantly, with the main building structure already standing despite remaining finishing touches. The 108-hectare facility is expected to begin mass production in the first quarter, though the company has not yet announced an official launch date or inaugural production ceremony. This represents one of the largest automotive investments to enter the Subang industrial zone in recent years.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:04 WIB
Energy Ministry Commends Pertamina's Readiness to Ensure Energy Supply During Ramadan and Eid 2026
The Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has praised Pertamina's preparations to maintain stable energy supply during the 2026 Ramadan and Eid period, with the state-owned oil company reactivating its Ramadan Task Force to ensure fuel and LPG distribution across the nation. The government has verified that energy supplies remain secure and that Pertamina will provide additional services and facilities at fuel stations to support the public during the peak consumption period associated with the Eid holiday travel season.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:03 WIB
Jakarta Provincial Legislative Council Pushes for Job Training to Reduce Unemployment
The Jakarta Provincial Legislative Council (DPRD DKI) is promoting expanded vocational training programmes to address the city's unemployment rate, which currently stands at 6.4 per cent against an ideal target of three per cent. DPRD Chairman Khoirudin visited the East Jakarta Regional Job Training Centre to inspect facilities offering ten trades with 24 training programmes, and called for creative financing partnerships with the private sector to expand capacity beyond the current 1,440-participant limit to accommodate the 5,613 annual applicants.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:03 WIB
Targeting Persons with Disabilities and the Poor, BSN Distributes Hundreds of Basic Commodity Packages
PT Bank Syariah Nasional (BSN) partnered with its Journalists Forum to distribute approximately 300 basic commodity packages across the Greater Jakarta area and surrounding regions as part of a Ramadan charitable initiative ahead of Eid al-Fitr 1445 AH. The beneficiaries included persons with disabilities, the poor, orphans, security personnel, and residents near BSN's operational offices, demonstrating the bank's commitment to corporate social responsibility and community engagement.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:02 WIB
Cianjur Regency Administration Disburses Holiday Allowance to Civil Servants
The Cianjur Regency administration in West Java is disbursing holiday allowances (THR) to civil servants (ASN) following receipt of central government funds totalling approximately Rp75 billion. The Head of the Regional Finance and Asset Board confirmed that payments will be distributed in full to each civil servant without any deductions, in accordance with Government Regulation Number 9/2026.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:01 WIB
Adi Soemarmo Airport Predicts Peak Eid Holiday Travel on 18 March
Adi Soemarmo International Airport in Solo predicts the peak of Eid holiday air travel (mudik) will occur on 18 March 2026, three days before Eid al-Fitr, with approximately 3,797 passengers expected on that day. The airport has established a unified transport command centre operating from 13-30 March to manage operations, and is offering 50 per cent discounts on airport taxes to support the projected 1 per cent increase in passenger traffic and aircraft movements during the holiday period.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:00 WIB
BPJS Health Expands National Health Insurance Coverage to Remote Areas with TNI Support
BPJS Kesehatan has strengthened its collaboration with the Indonesian military (TNI) to expand access to National Health Insurance (JKN) services in remote and frontier regions. As of March 2026, JKN coverage has reached 284.69 million participants, including 1.48 million military personnel and their families, supported by 23,517 primary health facilities and 3,182 referral hospitals nationwide. The partnership leverages TNI's 577 clinics and 120 hospitals to improve healthcare accessibility, particularly in underserved areas, whilst BPJS Kesehatan continues digital innovations including a mobile application and WhatsApp-based administrative services.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:00 WIB
Prabowo Orders Bahlil to 'Phase Out' Diesel Power Plants and Purchase Russian Oil
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia to phase out diesel-powered electricity generators (PLTD) and transition to domestic renewable energy sources including solar power plants (PLTS) and geothermal power plants (PLTB). Meanwhile, the United States has issued a temporary permit for purchasing Russian oil currently stranded at sea, aimed at alleviating global energy supply pressures amid escalating tensions with Iran.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:00 WIB
Rainbow on Mars exemplifies Indonesian filmmakers' courage to explore science fiction genre and technology
Agustini Rahayu, Deputy of Creative Media at the Ministry of Creative Economy, has praised the film "Rainbow on Mars" as evidence of Indonesian filmmakers' willingness to venture into science fiction—a rarely explored genre in Indonesian cinema. The film marks Indonesia's first feature to utilise Extended Reality (XR) technology based on Unreal Engine, integrating live action with XR in real-time, whilst also addressing environmental sustainability issues and demonstrating the industry's technological advancement and global competitiveness.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:00 WIB
Terminal 2 Soetta Renovation: Modern Upgrade While Preserving Nostalgic Character
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport's Terminal 2 has undergone modernisation that enhances functionality and aesthetics whilst preserving its distinctive Indonesian architectural identity. The renovation includes improved passenger flow management, expanded commercial access for non-passengers, designation of Terminal 2F as a dedicated pilgrimage terminal, and a more intimate travel experience compared to the larger, contemporary Terminal 3.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:00 WIB
Study Reveals AI Can Provide Inappropriate Dietary Advice for Adolescents
A study published in Frontiers in Nutrition has found that popular AI-powered chatbots frequently provide dietary plans that are nutritionally inadequate for adolescents, with calorie counts averaging 695 calories per day lower than those recommended by nutritionists. The research, led by nutrition scientist Betül Bilen from Istanbul Atlas University, reveals that AI-generated meal plans consistently show unbalanced macronutrient compositions, with lower carbohydrates and higher protein and fat levels than recommended ranges, potentially compromising adolescent growth, bone development, and cognitive development.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:00 WIB
Complete Guide to TransJabodetak SH2 Blok M-Soekarno Hatta Airport Service, Ticket Price Rp 3,500
Indonesia's Jakarta metropolitan region will launch a new TransJabodetak SH2 bus service on 12 March 2026, connecting Blok M in central Jakarta to Soekarno Hatta International Airport with a ticket price of Rp 3,500. The 65.1-kilometre route will operate 14 new buses with 10-20 minute frequencies and is expected to serve 1,900-2,000 passengers daily, offering affordable public transport with luggage storage facilities for airport travellers.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 20:00 WIB
Al-Quds International Day Observed: Bandung Masses Voice Support for Palestine
Hundreds of activists and Muslims gathered in Bandung on 13 March 2026 to commemorate Al-Quds International Day, demonstrating support for Palestinian independence and Iran amid their conflicts with the United States and Israel. The demonstration, organised by the National Anti-Zionist Alliance (ANAZ), represents Indonesia's ongoing participation in global solidarity movements for Palestinian liberation and regional geopolitical causes.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:59 WIB
Ship Passengers from Tanjung Priok Port Rise 40 Per Cent Ahead of Mudik
PT Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (PELNI) has recorded a 40 per cent increase in passenger numbers at Tanjung Priok Port compared to regular days, driven by heightened travel during the 2026 Lebaran holiday season. The state shipping company is operating 55 vessels with a combined capacity of approximately 58,700 passengers per departure, with a peak travel period predicted for 18 March 2026, and plans to provide around 766,000 tickets for the entire Lebaran transport period.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:58 WIB
Plan Indonesia Distributes Cash Aid to 3,400 Flood and Landslide-Affected Families in Aceh
Plan International Indonesia has distributed multipurpose cash assistance (MPCA) to 3,400 families affected by floods and landslides in Aceh in November 2025, with each household head receiving IDR 1 million and IDR 1.25 million for those with disabled family members. The flexible assistance can be utilised for essential needs including housing repairs, education, and specific support for women and disabled individuals, empowering beneficiaries to prioritise their own recovery needs.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:58 WIB
Prabowo Examines Salary Cuts for Ministers and Parliament in Response to Middle East Conflict Impact
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed his cabinet to examine potential salary reductions for government ministers and parliamentary members as an austerity measure in response to anticipated impacts from Middle Eastern conflicts. Drawing on Pakistan's crisis management approach, which includes work-from-home policies, reduced working weeks, salary cuts for cabinet members and legislators, and fuel consumption restrictions, Prabowo stressed the need for proactive economic measures to maintain fiscal stability and protect vulnerable populations.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:58 WIB
Rights Activist Splashed with Caustic Liquid; Rights Minister Denounces Violence and Thuggery
Natalius Pigai, Indonesia's Human Rights Minister, has condemned the acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for the Disappeared and Victims of Violence (KontraS), pledging that such acts of violence will not be tolerated in the country. Yunus suffered serious burns covering 24 per cent of his body, including to his hands, face, chest and eyes, with KontraS viewing the attack as an attempt to silence critical voices and human rights defenders.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:57 WIB
Malaysia Increases Non-Subsidised Fuel Prices, RON 97 Nearly Reaches RM3.85 Per Litre
Malaysia's Ministry of Finance has announced an increase in non-subsidised fuel prices effective from 12 to 18 March 2026, with RON 97 petrol rising 60 sen to RM3.85 per litre and diesel climbing 80 sen to RM3.92 per litre in Peninsular Malaysia, driven by global crude oil supply chain uncertainty stemming from escalating Iran-Israel tensions. The government has maintained subsidised fuel at RM1.99 per litre through its BUDI95 initiative to protect vulnerable populations amid geopolitical volatility in the Middle East.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:56 WIB
Former Senior KPK Investigator Novel Baswedan Condemns Acid Attack on KontraS Activist as Heinous Crime
Former senior KPK investigator Novel Baswedan has condemned the acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), describing it as a deliberately planned and heinous act. Baswedan emphasised the attack targeted the victim's face with apparent intent to kill or cause permanent disability, and urged authorities to identify and prosecute the intellectual architects behind the assault. The National Police Chief has pledged thorough investigation with support from multiple law enforcement agencies.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:56 WIB
State Budget Under Pressure: Should the Deficit Be Widened Beyond 3 Per Cent?
The head of Indonesia's parliamentary budget committee argues that the government has fiscal room to maintain a deficit below 3 per cent of GDP, pushing back against the finance minister's suggestion of widening the deficit beyond this threshold for 2026. The committee chair outlined multiple strategies including improving tax revenues through a new system, increasing non-tax revenue from commodity exports, and enhancing expenditure efficiency, whilst cautioning that deficit expansion risks shifting current fiscal burdens to future generations and complicating monetary policy management.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:56 WIB
GNB: Attack on Kontras Activist is an Attack on Us All
The National Conscience Movement (GNB) has condemned the acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (Kontras), characterising the assault as a systematic, pre-planned attack on civil society rather than an isolated incident. CCTV evidence suggests coordinated action involving traffic manipulation, and GNB has called for a comprehensive police investigation that pursues intellectual masterminds behind the attack rather than merely apprehending street-level perpetrators, alongside stronger state protection for human rights activists.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:56 WIB
Astra Deploys Thousands of Technicians and Integrated Posts During Mudik Lebaran 2026
Astra Group has launched the "Astra Siaga Lebaran 2026" programme to ensure safe and smooth travel during the 2026 homecoming season, deploying 600 four-wheeled vehicle technicians and 1,092 two-wheeler technicians across major routes. The 15-year-old initiative provides integrated services including maintenance posts, emergency assistance, free healthcare checks, and EV charging stations at critical locations from Palembang to Bali. ASTRA Infra expects 6.8 million vehicles to traverse its toll roads during the period, with enhanced monitoring and safety measures in place.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:56 WIB
Coal Export Duty Yet to Be Implemented, Purbaya: Some Parties Still Protesting
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa acknowledged that the proposed export duty on coal commodities has not yet been implemented due to ongoing protests from various stakeholders, though the government intends to resolve these objections and proceed with the policy. The export duty, originally scheduled for 1 January 2026, would range from 5 to 11 per cent and is part of efforts to optimise state revenue from natural resources whilst offsetting significant VAT refunds to the coal industry, which amount to approximately 25 trillion rupiah annually.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:55 WIB
Life Insurance Industry Records Premiums of Rp181.27 Trillion in 2025, Down Slightly by 1.8%
Indonesia's life insurance industry recorded total premium income of Rp181.27 trillion in 2025, representing a marginal 1.8% annual decline, though overall industry revenue reached Rp238.71 trillion when including investment returns of Rp47.32 trillion, showing a 9.3% year-on-year growth. New regular premium business increased by 7.8%, with the total insured population rising 8.6% to 168.03 million, whilst claim payments reached Rp146.73 trillion affecting 9.59 million beneficiaries, indicating sustained public interest in long-term life insurance protection.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:54 WIB
From Massage Chairs to Barbershop: Serambi MyPertamina Batang Becomes Oasis for Homebound Travellers
PT Pertamina has launched Serambi MyPertamina, a free rest facility at KM 379A on the Trans Java Toll Road in Batang, offering an array of services including massage chairs, barber shops, prayer rooms, and children's play areas to support travellers during peak holiday periods. The facility addresses driver fatigue and safety concerns whilst catering to entire families with amenities ranging from nursing areas and PlayStation gaming stations to complimentary food and grooming services.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:54 WIB
President Prabowo Instructs Fuel Savings amid US-Iran Conflict
President Prabowo Subianto has instructed all parties to conserve fuel in response to volatile crude oil prices and supply disruptions caused by the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran. The government is reviewing fuel-saving measures similar to those implemented by Pakistan, including work-from-home policies for civil and private sector employees, as global oil prices have surged above US$100 per barrel following Iran's closure of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:54 WIB
PTP Nonpetikemas distributes 1,000 basic foodstuff packages and assists orphaned children
PT Pelabuhan Tanjung Priok (PTP Nonpetikemas) has distributed 1,000 basic foodstuff packages, 500 iftar meal packs, and financial assistance to 50 orphaned children in the port area during Ramadan 2026. The initiative forms part of the Pelindo Share Ramadan 2026 programme and reflects the state-owned port operator's commitment to supporting dock workers and surrounding communities during the Islamic holy month.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:54 WIB
Organic Waste Production Surges in West Bandung During Ramadan
Organic waste production in West Bandung Regency has increased significantly during Ramadan, rising approximately 60% from the daily baseline of 680 tonnes, driven primarily by increased household waste and market refuse. The local environmental authority has mobilised waste management activists and maggot farming partners to handle the surge, with further increases expected to peak during Eid al-Fitr celebrations, prompting the authority to deploy additional sanitation staff across high-risk areas.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:53 WIB
Two Teenagers Arrested for Murder of Woman Found in Box in Medan; Police Say They Didn't Know the Victim
Two teenagers, SA (19) and SHR (19), have been arrested in connection with the murder of a young woman whose body was discovered in a box in Medan, North Sumatra. According to the Medan police commander, the perpetrators had no prior connection to the 19-year-old victim; whilst one teenager was the primary perpetrator, the other merely assisted in disposing of the body. The victim's body was found wrapped in hotel linens and burlap inside a box on 10 March, with bruises on her body suggesting she died in a hotel room before being discarded.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:53 WIB
Bappenas highlights regions facing potential water crisis
Indonesia's Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) has identified several regions, particularly on Java Island, facing potential water crises despite the nation's overall adequate water resources averaging 3.9 billion cubic metres annually. The ministry projects water demand will increase by 31 per cent by 2045 compared to 2015, driven by population growth and industrial expansion, whilst agriculture accounts for 80 per cent of current water consumption. The government is implementing water resource conservation programmes including forest rehabilitation, irrigation system improvements, and the construction of multifunctional dams to address these challenges.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:53 WIB
Akulaku Group Partners with BAZNAS to Train Skills for Children at Jakarta's Youth Detention Centre
PT Akulaku Finance Indonesia and the National Zakat Collection Agency (BAZNAS) have jointly launched a skills training programme for children housed at the Class II Youth Detention Centre (LPKA) in Jakarta during Ramadan 2026. The initiative includes screen-printing skills training and Ramadan meal distributions, designed to provide practical capabilities that equip the children with future self-sufficiency and empowerment rather than temporary relief.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:53 WIB
KSOP Batam Clarifies Ship Dismantling Activities at Seloko Batam Shipyard
The Port Authority and Harbourmaster's Office (KSOP) in Batam has clarified that ship dismantling operations at PT Seloko Batam Shipyard are conducted in accordance with established procedures and possess all required permits. The shipyard's management emphasised that all activities comply with environmental impact assessments, hazardous waste management protocols, and occupational health and safety standards, with operations authorised until 2029.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:52 WIB
Roy Suryo Refuses Restorative Justice in Jokowi Diploma Fraud Case
Roy Suryo has firmly rejected pursuing restorative justice in the case alleging President Joko Widodo holds a fraudulent diploma, contrasting with fellow complainant Rismon Sianipar's decision to apologise and seek reconciliation. Suryo has vowed to continue legal proceedings, insisting he will pursue the matter until Jokowi produces the original diploma, whilst offering prayers that Rismon gain clarity on the issue.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:52 WIB
Government Ensures Merak Port Ready for Eid Holiday Rush
The Indonesian Government has mobilised multi-sector coordination to ensure Merak Port and the Java-Sumatra ferry crossing are fully prepared for the 2026 Eid holiday travel surge, with integrated security operations and digital ticketing systems in place. Minister Pratikno led a working visit with senior officials from transport, interior, health and security agencies to implement strategic measures including traffic management systems at buffer zones and enhanced passenger facilities. Data from 12 January 2026 showed controlled traffic flows with passenger numbers down 19.4 per cent and vehicles down 18.1 per cent compared to the same period last year.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:51 WIB
Prabowo on US-Iran War: We Hope the Worst-Case Scenario Does Not Occur in the Middle East
President Prabowo Subianto has expressed hope that the worst-case scenario will not materialise in the Middle East amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, whilst acknowledging forecasts suggest it could become a protracted war. He has instructed his cabinet to prepare contingency plans and consider cost-saving measures similar to Indonesia's Covid-19 response, including reducing office attendance and working days.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:51 WIB
PKB West Java Launches Food Bank to Strengthen MSME Ecosystem
The PKB Regional Leadership Council (DPW) in West Java has established a Food Bank association and cooperative programme to empower micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), with over 350 operators already registered in Bandung. The initiative aims to professionalize food stall owners through training in food safety, quality control, and packaging, whilst facilitating market access to corporate and government events. The programme represents a strategic shift to help informal traders transition from passive to proactive business models and achieve commercial sustainability.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:50 WIB
Koster Strengthens 3,535 PDIP Cadres in Badung to Energise Party Machine
The Badung branch of Indonesia's Democratic Party of Struggle (PDIP) has formally inaugurated 3,535 party cadres at various organisational levels to strengthen grassroots support. The ceremony, led by Bali PDIP provincial chairman and Governor Wayan Koster alongside Badung branch chairman I Nyoman Giri Prasta, aimed to consolidate the party's organisational structure and ensure cadres work toward implementing party programmes that directly benefit the community. Koster emphasised that party positions should not be merely formal but should translate into concrete action for the public interest.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:50 WIB
Commission I of Parliament Deems TNI Army Alert Level 3 Status Sufficient for Security
Parliament's Commission I has endorsed the Indonesian Army's (TNI AD) decision to lower its alert status from level 1 to level 3, deeming it proportional and adequate for maintaining public security whilst ensuring efficient resource utilisation. Vice Chairman Dave Laksono emphasised that military preparedness should align with actual threat dynamics and operational needs, particularly ahead of Eid celebrations when heightened vigilance remains necessary but not excessive.
Fri, 13 Mar 2026, 19:50 WIB
KPK Arrests 27 People in Operation Against Cilacap Regent
Indonesia's Anti-Corruption Commission (KPK) arrested 27 individuals, including Cilacap Regent Syamsul Auliya Rachman, in a sting operation. The detained individuals include private sector figures and civil servants who are undergoing intensive interrogation at KPK facilities. The KPK has 24 hours under Indonesian criminal procedure law to determine the legal status of those detained.