Archive: 17 March 2026
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:07 WIB
Bukit Cinta in Semarang Adds New Attractions for Eid Holiday to Attract Visitors
Bukit Cinta, a tourism destination on the outskirts of Rawa Pening in Semarang Regency, is preparing new water-based attractions and amenities ahead of the 2026 Eid holiday season. The addition of jetskis, decorated boats, dragon boats, and giant inflatable ducks aims to transform the site into a family-friendly destination whilst maintaining strict safety procedures in response to recent extreme weather conditions.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:06 WIB
Deputy Minister for Home Affairs Inspects RSUD Yowari Health Services, Emphasises Service Improvements
Deputy Minister for Home Affairs Ribka Haluk visited RSUD Yowari hospital in Jayapura, Papua to inspect healthcare delivery and address patient complaints regarding initial treatment access, inpatient services, and health insurance coverage. The minister emphasised the need for comprehensive management improvements across medical services and hospital operations, whilst distributing support items including patient companion chairs and cleaning equipment as part of the Indonesia Safe, Healthy, Clean and Beautiful movement.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:06 WIB
Flood Disaster Survivor Utilises Salvaged Wood to Build Boats
A resident of Sekumur village in Aceh Tamiang has begun constructing boats from timber salvaged during recent flooding as a way to support his livelihood and serve his community. Muktar Sulaiman, continuing a family tradition of boat-building inherited from his late father, plans to complete each vessel in approximately twenty days and price them at Rp4 million per unit, though unsold boats will be made available to villagers for fishing and rescue purposes. Following the November 2025 floods that damaged his primary agricultural land, boat-making provides income whilst his farm plots are rehabilitated.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:06 WIB
Purbaya Affirms Traditional Markets are Not Defunct
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa visited traditional markets in Yogyakarta, including Beringharjo Market and Teras Malioboro 1, to observe their trading activity and counter claims that traditional markets are struggling. He noted strong footfall and revenues, with Beringharjo Market reportedly generating up to Rp2 trillion annually, and observed robust UMKM product quality and competitive pricing throughout the region.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:05 WIB
State-Owned Enterprise Builds Coastal Rest Area on Trans Java Toll Road
Industropolis Batang, a state-owned enterprise under the Danareksa holding company, has unveiled the Industropolis Coastal Rest Area on the Trans Java toll road, featuring sea views and facilities including parking, prayer areas accommodating 2,400 worshippers, and local food vendors. The facility, located at Exit KM 371+800 near Batang, opened to the public from 14-23 March 2026 as a service offering to travellers and a cornerstone of developing Batang as an integrated new city beyond its industrial sector.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:04 WIB
Megawati To Hold Eid Open House at PDIP Headquarters
PDIP chair Megawati Soekarnoputri will host an Eid open house and family gathering at the party's headquarters on Jalan Diponegoro in Central Jakarta, marking a departure from tradition as it is normally held at her private residence in Menteng. According to PDIP fraction member Charles Honoris, the larger venue was chosen to accommodate more guests, with the event planned for the first day of Eid around 11:00 am.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:03 WIB
Israel Claims to Have Killed Iran's Top Security Official Ali Larijani
Israeli Defence Minister Katz has claimed that Israel's military has killed Ali Larijani, Iran's top security official and Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, along with Basij militia commander Gholamreza Soleimani. The Iranian government has not confirmed Larijani's death but published a handwritten note attributed to him, whilst Larijani was last publicly seen on 13 March attending a pro-Palestine rally in Tehran.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:02 WIB
Titiek Soeharto: Tesso Nilo National Park Must Restore Its Function as Sumatran Elephant Sanctuary
Commission IV Chair Titiek Soeharto has emphasised that Tesso Nilo National Park in Riau Province must be restored to its primary function as a habitat for endangered Sumatran elephants, citing President Prabowo Subianto's commitment to environmental conservation. However, she has urged the park authorities to conduct relocation of existing residents with proper planning and support, whilst also highlighting critical resource shortages with only 23 forest police officers managing 81,000 hectares, and calling for cross-institutional cooperation to strengthen conservation efforts.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:02 WIB
Ibas Provides Free Homecoming Transport for 500 Migrant Workers from Pacitan-Ngawi
Vice Chair of Indonesia's People's Consultative Assembly Edhie Baskoro Yudhoyono (Ibas) launched a free homecoming programme for over 500 migrant workers from East Java, featuring ten bus convoys to transport participants back to their hometowns in Pacitan, Magetan, Ngawi, Ponorogo, and Trenggalek. The initiative, backed by Bank Mandiri, BRI, and PT Antam, aims to alleviate travel costs during the traditional mudik season whilst strengthening family bonds and social solidarity. Ibas emphasised the state's responsibility to ensure citizens' welfare and called for continued such programmes in coming years.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:02 WIB
Taspen Life Provides Free Insurance for 800 Mudik Participants in BUMN 2026 Mudik Programme
Taspen Life, a subsidiary of the BUMN insurance group, is offering free life insurance coverage to 800 participants in the 2026 BUMN Mudik (homecoming) programme, which aims to provide complimentary transport for over 100,000 travellers returning to their hometowns across Indonesia. The insurance benefits include a death and accident coverage of Rp 20 million (approximately £1,000) during the journey, representing Taspen Life's commitment to enhancing public awareness of the importance of insurance protection.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:01 WIB
Palace Apologises Over Severe Traffic Congestion at Gilimanuk Port
The State Secretariat Minister Prasetyo Hadi apologised on behalf of the government for severe traffic congestion at Gilimanuk Port in Bali, where vehicle queues reached over 30 kilometres. Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi announced measures to relieve congestion, including prioritising passenger vehicles, increasing ship capacity, and offering free transport for drivers across the Bali Strait during the Nyepi holiday period.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:01 WIB
Ensure Smooth Insurance Claims During Eid Homecoming by Not Overlooking These Matters
Vehicle owners undertaking long-distance travel during the Eid holiday season should adhere to traffic regulations and disclose any vehicle modifications to their insurers to avoid claim rejections. Insurance companies may deny claims if accidents result from driver negligence or non-compliance with traffic rules, whilst undisclosed modifications—such as roof racks or altered lighting—can invalidate coverage or complicate the claims process.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:00 WIB
Renon Chooses Tradition without Ogoh-Ogoh, Rooted in Spiritual Guidance and Unexplained Events
Renon Village in Denpasar, Bali stands as the sole community in the region that has consistently rejected the ogoh-ogoh parade tradition during Pengerupukan (the eve of Nyepi), a practice dating back to 1985 based on spiritual guidance and reported supernatural occurrences during ogoh-ogoh construction. The village maintains alternative celebrations featuring musical performances, torch processions, and gamelan recitals, with the annual Renon Kreatif Festival providing an outlet for artistic expression whilst strictly adhering to this long-standing cultural protocol passed down through generations.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:00 WIB
Hashim Requests Manggarai Station Apartment Complex to be Increased to 24 Storeys
Hashim Djojohadikusumo, head of the Government Task Force on Housing, has requested that the planned apartment development at Manggarai Station be expanded from 12 to 24 storeys to optimise limited urban land. The project, developed by PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI), is part of a transit-oriented development (TOD) initiative supporting the government's 3 million homes programme, and aims to integrate housing with public transportation at one of Jakarta's major transit hubs.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 19:00 WIB
Responding to Sensitive Questions During Lebaran: Should You Answer or Ignore?
Lebaran family gatherings often involve intrusive personal questions about marriage, children, and career, which can cause emotional distress. A psychologist advises using neutral, standardised responses whilst emphasising the importance of understanding one's own emotional triggers rather than focusing solely on crafting the perfect answer.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:57 WIB
Infrastructure Ministry Calls on Online Travel Agents to Comply with Aircraft Fare Policy
Indonesia's Coordinating Ministry for Infrastructure and Regional Development has urged online travel agents (OTAs) to comply with government-set aircraft fares, particularly during the Eid holiday period. The government is implementing comprehensive cost-reduction policies including discounts on airport services and fuel surcharges, targeting a 17-18 per cent reduction in ticket prices and expecting 3.3 million passengers to use domestic air transport during the holiday season. Beyond immediate fare controls, the ministry is pursuing structural cost reforms in the aviation industry, including avtur (aviation fuel) price harmonisation and aircraft spare parts regulation simplification.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:57 WIB
Cabinet Secretary Teddy Visits Pasarsenen Station to Inspect People's Economy Train
Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya visited Pasarsenen Station in Jakarta on Tuesday to inspect operational readiness of PT Kereta Api Indonesia's services ahead of the 2026 Lebaran exodus, accompanied by KAI Director-General Bobby Rasyidin. The inspection, directed by President Prabowo Subianto, focused on assessing the People's Economy Train service, which offers affordable fares whilst increasing passenger capacity during the holiday travel period.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:57 WIB
Criminal Police Bust Ecstasy Distribution at Bali Nightclub
Indonesian National Police's Criminal Investigation Directorate has dismantled a structured ecstasy distribution network operating at New Star Club in Denpasar, Bali, arresting three suspects and identifying six fugitives. Officers conducted an undercover operation in March 2026, discovering 638 ecstasy pills and evidence that the nightclub's management was complicit in the drug trafficking scheme. Testing of 43 patrons found 37 individuals with positive results for drug use, with authorities now determining whether they require rehabilitation or face trafficking charges.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:55 WIB
National One-Way Traffic Scheme for Eid Holiday Rush Begins Tomorrow
Indonesia's Traffic Police (Korlantas Polri) will implement a national one-way traffic scheme from 10:00 AM on 18 March 2026, with peak outbound traffic expected on that date between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. The scheme is part of broader traffic management measures including contraflow and odd-even regulations across major toll roads during the 2026 Eid holiday period.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:55 WIB
M Ray, Content Creator in Ride-Hailing Jacket, Denies Being Male Performer in Bali Pornographic Video
Content creator Muhammad Ray has denied allegations that he appeared as the male performer in a viral pornographic video featuring a foreign woman in Bali, despite social media speculation linking him to the incident. Ray clarified that his interactions with the female performer, known as Slo, were limited to two casual content collaborations for humorous vlogs and were unrelated to adult content. The police have arrested three foreign nationals involved in producing and distributing the explicit video, including the female performer and two men, with investigators revealing the content was deliberately created for profit through adult platforms.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:55 WIB
Bulog Chief Says No Need To Panic, Rice Stocks Secure
Perum Bulog's Director General Letjen Ahmad Rizal Ramdhani has assured the public that government rice reserves are adequate, currently standing at 4 million tonnes, with no need for panic buying. The agency will distribute approximately 860,000 tonnes of subsidised rice (SPHP) throughout 2026 without interruptions, including intensified distribution during Ramadan and Eid through affordable markets coordinated with various government and security agencies.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:55 WIB
Bank Indonesia Holds Benchmark Interest Rate Amid Middle East Conflict Escalation
Bank Indonesia has maintained its benchmark interest rate (BI Rate) in its March 2026 meeting, abandoning plans for rate cuts due to heightened global uncertainty stemming from Middle East conflict escalation. The central bank cited risks to rupiah stability, slowing global economic growth, rising global inflation, and capital outflows from emerging markets including Indonesia as key concerns driving the decision to hold rates steady.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:54 WIB
VP Gibran highlights travellers' safety as homecoming traffic peaks
Vice President Gibran flagged off 14 buses as part of a free homecoming travel programme organised by state-run PT Danareksa, emphasising traveller safety and health. The 2026 edition of the programme facilitates travel for 1,900 people across 39 buses departing from major Indonesian cities to multiple regions in Java, Sumatra, and Sulawesi, reflecting the government's commitment to affordable and comfortable public transportation.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:53 WIB
Police Chief Inspects Eid Security Posts, Ensures Readiness to Serve Homebound Travellers
The Metro Tangerang City Police Chief inspected three security and service posts in preparation for Operation Ketupat Jaya 2026, a major security operation during the Eid holiday season. The inspections ensured personnel readiness and adequate facilities to serve the thousands of homebound travellers passing through Tangerang on their way to various Java destinations and Merak Port en route to Sumatra.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:52 WIB
KPK Seizes Vehicle and Cash in Directorate General of Customs and Excise Case Belonging to ASN
The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has seized a Mazda CX-5 vehicle and 78,000 Singapore dollars (approximately 1 billion rupiah) from an ASN (state civil servant) at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise during a forced seizure on Monday, 16 March. Seven suspects have been named in the case, including former officials from the Directorate General of Customs and Excise and private sector individuals, with allegations including violations of anti-corruption laws and bribery provisions.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:52 WIB
BRI Dispatches 2,750 Mudik Passengers from Jakarta with 55 Bus Fleet
State-owned Bank BRI Regional Office Jakarta II dispatched 2,750 homebound passengers across 55 buses as part of the "Safe Mudik, Sharing Hope" programme, a collaborative initiative with the State-Owned Enterprise Coordinating Board. The fleet, expanded from the original plan of 40 buses to accommodate overwhelming demand, operates from 17 pick-up points across Jakarta with destinations across Java including Yogyakarta, Wonogiri, and Surabaya, whilst prioritising passenger safety through vehicle inspections and driver health checks.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:51 WIB
Ministry of Tourism Monitors Readiness of Labuan Bajo Destination, Ready to Be Prime Choice for Eid Holiday 2026
Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism, through the Labuan Bajo Flores Authority Implementation Agency, has completed monitoring of tourism destinations in Labuan Bajo and surrounding areas to ensure they are fully prepared to welcome visitors during the Eid holiday break in 2026. The inspections of key sites including Komodo National Park, Padar Island, Pink Beach, and mainland attractions confirmed that facilities, accessibility, and service quality meet optimal standards. All destinations have demonstrated readiness to handle increased tourist arrivals during the peak holiday period whilst maintaining safety, comfort, and quality experiences.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:50 WIB
Witness and Victim Protection Agency Funds Medical Treatment for Andrie Yunus at RSCM Hospital
The Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) has announced it will provide comprehensive medical assistance and temporary living expenses for Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of the Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (KontraS), who was attacked with caustic acid by unidentified perpetrators. Yunus and his family have been placed under LPSK protection since 16 March 2026, and the agency will also provide legal assistance and temporary housing during the judicial process.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:50 WIB
Indonesia's Neighbours Unite in Fuel Price Increases Following Regional Conflict
Southeast Asian countries have raised fuel prices in early March 2026 following the outbreak of conflict involving Israel, the United States and Iran, with crude oil prices surging from around US$72 per barrel to over US$105 per barrel. Vietnam recorded the steepest increase at 50.66%, whilst other ASEAN nations saw more moderate increases, though Indonesia's fuel prices remain unchanged pending the April price adjustment cycle.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:48 WIB
Bank Mandiri Ensures Livin' Readiness for Eid Transaction Surge
Bank Mandiri has strengthened its digital banking platform Livin' by Mandiri to handle the expected surge in financial transactions during the Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriah period through enhanced system capacity, infrastructure stability, and real-time transaction monitoring. The platform now boasts 38.5 million users with 784 million total transactions valued at Rp802 trillion as of February 2026. The bank is also offering promotional cashback incentives up to Rp100,000 for QRIS transactions and other benefits to encourage digital adoption during the Eid season.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:46 WIB
Laundry Demand Rises During Eid Season, Reflecting Urban Lifestyle Practicality
The demand for laundry services in Indonesian urban areas surges during the Ramadan-to-Eid period, reflecting a broader shift in household consumption patterns towards time-saving services. Experts attribute this spike to increased household activities such as homecoming preparations and religious observances, combined with seasonal cultural spending cycles, which prompts households to outsource domestic work as a rational economic substitute for household labour.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:46 WIB
BNN RI Saves 147,340 Lives through Destruction of 34.21 Kg of Narcotics
Indonesia's National Narcotics Agency (BNN) destroyed 34.21 kilogrammes of seized narcotics, potentially saving 147,340 lives, following the uncovering of nine cases involving 13 suspects. The narcotics included methamphetamine, ecstasy, and mephedrone, sourced from three categories of criminal activity: international parcel smuggling, courier operations at Soekarno-Hatta Airport, and a clandestine laboratory operated by a Russian national in Bali.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:45 WIB
Video: Ahead of Eid, Pasar Senen Station Flooded with Homebound Travellers
Indonesia's National Police Traffic Corps (Korlantas Polri) implemented a one-way traffic system nationally on Wednesday 18 March, coinciding with the sixth day of Operation Ketupat 2026 ahead of Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijriah. The measure aims to manage the significant surge of homebound travellers at major transport hubs such as Pasar Senen Station in Jakarta.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:45 WIB
BGN Suspends 62 Nutrition Service Units Serving Meals Not in Line with Budget During Ramadan
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has temporarily suspended 62 Nutrition Service Units (SPPG) serving free nutritious meals that do not comply with allocated budgets during Ramadan 1447 Hijriah/2026. Despite the suspension of a small fraction of the over 25,000 units operating nationwide, BGN Chief Dadan Hindayana acknowledged that these 62 units have generated viral social media controversy, whilst the majority of units operate satisfactorily. The agency is primarily pursuing guidance and compliance measures rather than criminal sanctions at this stage, whilst working to address budgetary concerns and ensure proper accountability.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:45 WIB
Fuel Supply at Shell-BP Service Stations Empty, Here's What Bahlil Says
Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has responded to empty fuel stocks at privately-operated petrol stations belonging to Shell and BP, urging these companies to seek independent commercial solutions and collaborate with other businesses rather than rely on government intervention. The minister reassured that state-owned Pertamina maintains adequate fuel supplies and that Indonesia will continue fuel subsidies despite Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions and fluctuating global oil prices.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:44 WIB
Bulog dispatches 709 free mudik participants using 15 buses
Perum Bulog, Indonesia's state-owned food logistics company, has launched a free homecoming transport programme for 709 participants using 15 buses to 15 destinations across Indonesia ahead of Eid al-Fitr. The initiative, carried out in coordination with the State-Owned Enterprises Regulatory Body (BP BUMN), aims to provide affordable and safe transport for lower-middle-income Indonesians returning to their hometowns whilst strengthening family bonds during the festive season.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:44 WIB
State Budget Savings Continue with Free Nutritious Meals Programme
The Indonesian government's budget efficiency policy will not reduce flagship programmes such as the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) scheme and the people's school initiative, according to State Secretary Prasetyo Hadi. The government is reallocating funds from less productive budget items to programmes with direct public impact, whilst maintaining the national budget deficit below 3 per cent for the 2026 fiscal year.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:44 WIB
Bandung Municipal Government Ensures Essential Commodity Prices Remain Stable Ahead of Eid Al-Fitr
Bandung City Government reports that essential commodity prices at traditional markets remain stable ahead of Eid Al-Fitr 1447 Hijriah, supported by steady supply chains and market capacity to meet increased demand. Mayor Muhammad Farhan noted that while some commodities such as eggs, chillies, and beef show potential for fluctuation, overall price conditions remain controlled, with purchasing power bolstered by holiday allowance distributions and strong food security maintained through logistics agencies.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:43 WIB
State Secretary Minister Assures Free Nutritious Meal and Village Cooperative Budgets Will Not Be Cut Amid Efficiency Discussions
State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi has confirmed that the government will not reduce budgets for the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme and the Red-and-White Village Cooperative scheme, despite ongoing efficiency discussions aimed at keeping the state budget deficit below 3 per cent. The minister stated that the government instead prefers to trim unproductive spending and reallocate funds towards programmes that have a tangible impact on easing the burden on citizens.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:43 WIB
Proposed Public Official Salary Cuts Deemed Necessary Only With Concurrent Bureaucratic Restructuring
President Prabowo Subianto's proposal to cut public official salaries has been deemed a logical budgetary measure, yet policy experts argue it must be accompanied by comprehensive institutional efficiency reforms and restructuring of government spending. Public policy observer Trubus Rahardiansyah emphasises that salary reductions alone are insufficient without streamlining ministries, reducing the number of officials, and significantly cutting allowances and benefits, particularly in state-owned enterprises where compensation levels are substantially higher.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:42 WIB
Bali Immigration Intercepts Foreign Nationals Suspected of Creating Obscene Video Content Whilst Attempting to Flee to Thailand
Immigration authorities at Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport intercepted two foreign nationals suspected of producing explicit video content as they attempted to depart for Thailand. A French woman and Italian man were detained during immigration checks at the international departures terminal after intelligence officers detected suspicious changes to the woman's flight schedule and social media activity. The case has been referred to local police, and following legal proceedings, the three foreign nationals involved (including a third French suspect accused of managing and uploading the content) face deportation from Indonesia.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:42 WIB
Se'Indonesia distributes 25,000 meal packages for Aceh flood victims
Se'Indonesia, an Indonesian food company, has distributed 25,000 meal packages equivalent to five tonnes of chicken meat to flood victims across five districts in Aceh in collaboration with the platform Kitabisa. The Social Ministry simultaneously provided economic stimulus assistance of Rp5 million to 7,643 affected families in East Aceh, alongside housing supplies, life insurance benefits, and death compensation totalling billions of rupiah.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:41 WIB
Pertamina Patra Niaga Optimises Smartship to Monitor Energy Distribution
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has integrated 70 vessels into an advanced Smartship monitoring system based on Internet of Things technology to enhance the reliability and efficiency of Indonesia's energy distribution network. The system enables real-time tracking of vessel movements, operational conditions, and external factors such as weather, with 22 vessels equipped with comprehensive monitoring capabilities covering navigation, engine performance, and cargo management. The fleet enhancement supports critical energy supply during Ramadan and Eid 2026, whilst Pertamina's international shipping division has also engaged diplomatic channels to secure two tankers operating in the Strait of Hormuz amid regional tensions.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:41 WIB
Anti-Corruption Commission Prohibits Official Vehicles from Being Used for Eid Holidays
The Anti-Corruption Commission has issued a circular letter prohibiting government officials from using official vehicles for personal purposes, including Eid holiday travel. The directive applies to all state assets managed by central and regional government institutions, with the KPK emphasising that such misuse constitutes not only an administrative violation but also a breach of accountability principles in state asset management.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:39 WIB
Government Strengthens Food Price Controls Ahead of Eid, Ensures Safe Stock Levels
The Indonesian government is intensifying food price monitoring and ensuring adequate food supplies ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026, with Deputy Minister of Trade Dyah Roro Esti conducting field inspections across markets. Most staple commodities including rice, eggs, garlic and cooking oil remain stable, though red chilli prices have risen; however, the National Food Agency reports overall food stocks are in surplus with distributions under close supervision. Coordinated enforcement against price manipulation and hoarding is being maintained throughout the Eid period.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:39 WIB
Optimise TikTok, Local UMKM Sales Surge Sharply During Ramadan
Indonesian micro, small and medium enterprises (UMKM) have capitalised on heightened digital activity during Ramadan 2026 by leveraging TikTok's platform features to significantly boost sales and expand market reach. Notable businesses such as UNERD Footwear and Sajodo Snack & Food reported sales increases of over 200 and 300 per cent respectively, with TikTok Ads and TikTok Shop enabling access to new customer bases across multiple regions. TikTok's supporting initiatives, including the KOLAK Ramadan event, underscore the critical role of digital marketing optimisation for UMKM growth during high-consumption periods.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:38 WIB
GoPay Facilitates Transactions, Offers Bus and Flight Ticket Purchases for Lebaran 2026
GoPay has launched a new "Transport & Travel" feature enabling users to purchase airline, intercity bus, and ferry tickets directly within its digital wallet application ahead of the 2026 Lebaran holiday season. The integrated service, developed through partnerships with tiket.com, DAMRI, redBus, and PELNI, simplifies the journey planning process by allowing customers to check schedules, select seats, pay, and track bookings without switching applications.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:38 WIB
One-Way Traffic Monitoring on Cipali Toll Road KM 70 Today
Police implemented a one-way traffic system on the Cikopo-Palimanan (Cipali) toll road from KM 70 to KM 263 on Tuesday 17 March 2026 to manage increased traffic volumes. National Police Traffic Corps Head Irjen Agus Suryonugroho stated that the traffic engineering measure was implemented to facilitate the smooth flow of Eid homecoming traffic for 2026.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:38 WIB
Minister Bahlil Ensures Fuel Supply Stable, Prices Won't Rise Until Eid
Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia has assured that Indonesia's fuel stockpiles remain secure despite escalating tensions in the Middle East, with subsidised fuel prices remaining unchanged through Eid. The government is maintaining its two-tier pricing system to protect public purchasing power, even as global crude oil prices have surged to $100 per barrel, far exceeding the 2026 budget assumption of $70 per barrel.
Tue, 17 Mar 2026, 18:36 WIB
Livin' by Mandiri Ensures Digital Infrastructure Readiness for Eid Holiday
PT Bank Mandiri has prepared comprehensive digital infrastructure readiness for its Livin' by Mandiri mobile banking application to handle the anticipated surge in transactions during the Eid al-Fitr holiday period. The super app offers integrated features including interbank transfers, bill payments, e-wallet top-ups, QRIS transactions, and travel bookings, with users reaching 38.5 million as of February 2026 and transaction values totalling Rp802 trillion. Bank Mandiri is also rolling out promotional campaigns including QRIS cashback up to Rp100,000 and transportation ticket discounts to encourage digital transactions during the Ramadan-to-Eid period.