Alibaba.com reports a surge of over 30% in new Indonesian exporters joining its platform in the past year, with furniture leading as the top export category, followed by food and beverages, clothing, and agricultural products. This growth underscores the expanding global reach of Indonesian SMEs, particularly in key markets like the US, Europe, and ASEAN, reflecting the country's diverse industrial strengths and competitive supply chain capabilities. The platform is bolstering its investments in Indonesia through localisation strategies to further promote high-value, quality Indonesian products worldwide.

PT Pefindo forecasts that corporate bond issuance in Indonesia will range between Rp 154 trillion and Rp 196.86 trillion in 2026, with a midpoint projection of Rp 175.77 trillion, driven by high maturing debt and stable domestic economic conditions. However, challenges such as global geopolitical risks, particularly in the Middle East, and rupiah depreciation could lead to market volatility and higher bond yields, potentially impacting issuance activity.

Experts emphasise that cross-sector collaboration is essential for improving the quality of urban living spaces in Indonesia, addressing challenges such as environmental health, resource efficiency, and long-term sustainability amid rapid urban development. Initiatives like the ARCH:ID 2026 event highlight the integration of design, technology, and social needs, including the repurposing of materials to reduce waste and the use of environmental data for adaptive architecture. This approach aligns with Indonesia's communal spirit, promoting inclusive ecosystems that balance physical growth with environmental preservation and enhanced community well-being.

Indonesian police have dismantled an illegal nitrous oxide (N2O) production facility in North Jakarta operated by PT SSS without necessary permits or BPOM authorisation, uncovering a network spanning 16 sites across 10 cities including Jakarta and Yogyakarta. The raid followed undercover purchases and revealed equipment for filling smaller Whip Pink cylinders from large gas sources, along with ready-to-distribute products. This action comes amid heightened scrutiny of 'laughing gas' misuse following the death of influencer Lula Lahfah, with the National Narcotics Agency pledging stricter oversight to prevent stimulant abuse and public health risks, particularly among children.

The Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) has strongly condemned two women in Lebak, Banten, for stepping on the Al-Qur'an as a form of oath to disprove theft allegations, urging law enforcement to impose severe penalties to deter religious desecration. The incident, which occurred in a salon amid a dispute over missing cosmetics, went viral on social media, prompting police to secure the women and ensure a transparent investigation. This case highlights tensions around respect for Islamic symbols and the need for alternative oath practices that honour the sanctity of the holy book.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its growth forecast for Russia to 1.1 per cent in 2026, citing higher commodity prices, while warning that the ongoing war in the Middle East is straining the global economy by disrupting energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz. Inflation in Russia is projected to ease to 5.6 per cent this year and further to 4.3 per cent in 2027, though Russia's Ministry of Economic Development offers a more optimistic outlook of 1.3 per cent growth this year and 2.8 per cent next. Amid these revisions, the IMF has downgraded global growth to 3.1 per cent for this year due to the conflict's potential to trigger a major energy crisis, with similar slowdowns expected in the US and Eurozone.

Central Sulawesi Governor Anwar Hafid has described the 2026 Semarak Sulteng Nambaso Festival as a platform for expressing gratitude and uniting the province's ethnic, tribal, and cultural diversity, held as part of the 62nd anniversary celebrations. He emphasised that the event goes beyond entertainment to foster social cohesion through local wisdoms like unity and mutual cooperation, supporting regional development amid efficient operations backed by sponsors. The festival features various activities including talkshows, health and education services, music performances, public service malls, creative hubs, job fairs, and the launch of two books on health and spiritual foundations for development.

Vietnam has overtaken Indonesia as the world's leading pepper exporter, commanding around 55% of the global supply and projecting exports of 220,000 tonnes worth US$962 million in 2022, driven by ideal climate, fertile soils, efficient processing, and advantageous trade agreements like those with the EU. Indonesia, once a dominant force in the spice trade for centuries, now lags far behind with exports of just US$5.59 million in ground pepper in 2023, hampered by issues such as low productivity, fragmented smallholder farming, and weak downstream processing. This shift highlights the need for Indonesia to enhance its agricultural competitiveness to reclaim its historical position in the global spice market.

Indonesia's Central Statistics Agency (BPS) has removed 11,014 individuals from the recipients of the Ministry of Social Affairs' (Kemensos) Programme Keluarga Harapan (PKH) and Non-Cash Food Assistance (BPNT) after identifying that they do not require the aid. This action addresses data inaccuracies, including 1,551 people from higher income deciles who were erroneously included. The move aims to ensure social assistance reaches those truly in need, with the public encouraged to verify their status online through official channels for the April 2026 distribution.

The Katulampa Dam in Bogor, West Java, maintained a stable water level in the Alert 4 category despite heavy rainfall on Wednesday evening, with the Ciliwung River's water level fluctuating between 50 and 60 cm and discharge rates posing no immediate threat. Officials from the Ciliwung River Management Unit reported that the intake gate for the main Katulampa channel also remained stable at 30 cm, ensuring safety for downstream areas including Jakarta. This monitoring underscores the dam's role as a key flood indicator, highlighting effective water resource management amid adverse weather conditions.

Clinical psychologist Kasandra Putranto warns that digital communication can foster a false sense of security, leading to verbal sexual violence that may not occur in person, as exemplified by a recent case involving law students at Universitas Indonesia. She emphasises that such incidents highlight broader cultural issues in normalising sexual jokes and ethical lapses, urging universities to implement comprehensive measures beyond mere sanctions, including education on consent, safe reporting channels, and fostering intolerance for any form of harassment. While disciplinary actions like expulsion can enforce discipline, lasting deterrence requires cultural shifts and systemic handling of these 'iceberg' phenomena in Indonesian campuses.

North Sulawesi Regional Police (Polda Sulut) are investigating a police officer, identified as Bripda OGP, for alleged involvement in a sexual violence case reported on 6 April 2026. The force has vowed to take firm disciplinary action if guilt is proven, with the investigation handled transparently by specialised units including forensic digital analysis of video evidence. This case underscores the police's commitment to accountability and victim support amid efforts to maintain institutional integrity.

The DPR's Legislation Body (Baleg) has agreed to revise the 2026 Priority National Legislation Programme (Prolegnas) by incorporating five new draft laws, including initiatives on broadcasting, curator professions, environmental protection amendments, housing and settlement areas, and auctions. This revision stems from discussions among the DPR, government, and DPD, with additional changes to nomenclature such as renaming the Customary Law Communities Bill to Indigenous Peoples Bill. The updates aim to refine the legislative agenda, ensuring alignment with national priorities and facilitating smoother parliamentary proceedings.

The Indonesian National Police (Polri) has established the Hajj Task Force in collaboration with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah to oversee the Hajj pilgrimage and combat illegal practices. The task force emphasises preventing fraud, ensuring security, and enforcing laws against rogue travel agencies, with functions spanning preemptive education, preventive monitoring, and repressive actions such as investigations and arrests. This initiative addresses the high demand for Hajj slots amid limited quotas, low public awareness, and cross-border syndicates exploiting non-Hajj visas, operating under the 2019 Hajj and Umrah Law and Criminal Code provisions on fraud.

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva highlighted Indonesia as a bright spot in the global economy during the 2026 Spring Meetings in the US, praising its strong fundamentals, credible policies, and fiscal discipline amid global uncertainties. Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo assured investors in New York and Boston of the country's economic resilience, emphasising a policy mix that balances stability and growth while managing external pressures. This positive recognition underscores Indonesia's attractiveness to global investors through maintained macroeconomic stability and robust domestic demand.

Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka met with the Madrasah Teachers Association (PGM) to discuss strategies for improving the welfare and capacity building of madrasah teachers through technology integration. The meeting focused on technology-based training, including AI and robotics, regulatory challenges for private madrasah teachers' employment status as civil servants under contract (PPPK), and ensuring equitable access to training across Indonesia. Gibran emphasised the importance of nationwide technology-driven training to boost teachers' competencies, with PGM proposing provincial-level implementations.

S&P Global Ratings has assessed that Indonesia's debt rating, currently at BBB stable, is particularly vulnerable to weakening from the Middle East conflict compared to other Southeast Asian nations like Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The agency highlights fiscal risks from surging energy prices that inflate subsidy payments and widen deficits, alongside potential supply disruptions if the Strait of Hormuz closes, which could persist for months and drive up inflation and interest rates. While higher commodity prices may offer some buffer by boosting exports of palm oil, nickel, vehicles, and solar panels, declining energy product sales could temper growth, though broad commodity gains might ultimately help stabilise Indonesia's credit metrics once normality resumes.

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) plans to search several sealed rooms in the Tulungagung Regency government offices in East Java, following the arrest of the inactive regent, Gatut Sunu Wibowo, and his aide, Dwi Yoga Ambal, on corruption charges. The aide allegedly played an active role in extorting funds from 16 regional agencies, collecting around Rp2.7 billion towards a Rp5 billion target. The searches are part of the ongoing investigation into the graft case, with sealing durations adjusted to investigators' needs.

The Supreme Audit Agency of Indonesia (BPK) reports a significant rise in the percentage of resolved Follow-up Actions on Audit Recommendations (TLRHP), from 73.9% in 2022 to 86.46% in 2025, with unresolved recommendations dropping sharply to just 0.19%. This improvement underscores the strong commitment of ministries and agencies to enhance accountability in state financial management, aligning with national development goals towards Golden Indonesia 2045. BPK commended 16 entities under the Directorate General of State Financial Audit III for achieving over 90% resolution rates, emphasising the role of reliable reporting in ensuring efficient and impactful public spending.

The United States' national debt has reached $39 trillion, but contrary to common belief, it is primarily financed by domestic investors rather than foreign ones like China. Domestic entities, including mutual funds, pension funds, banks, and the Federal Reserve, hold the majority of the debt, with foreign ownership dispersed and minimal, led by Japan at just 3%. This high debt level poses risks to economic growth, increases interest payments, and could lead to higher borrowing costs for consumers.

Indonesia's cement industry is facing challenges from low utilisation rates of around 53% and potential import surges, particularly from China, which is experiencing oversupply. The government is implementing measures such as import restrictions, technical assessments, and stricter enforcement of Indonesian National Standards (SNI) to protect the domestic market and ensure local producers meet national infrastructure needs, including the 3 million housing programme. Despite these pressures, optimism remains for growth aligned with ongoing national development initiatives.

Fakhrul Fulvian, Chief Economist at Trimegah Sekuritas Indonesia, praises the proactive direct engagement by Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa and Bank Indonesia Governor Perry Warjiyo with global investors like BlackRock as a strategic move to bridge the narrative gap and enhance perceptions of Indonesia's economy amid global uncertainties. He notes a surge in demand for government securities (SBN) reaching Rp78.44 trillion, attributed to improved global sentiment from easing geopolitical tensions, but stresses that this must be converted into sustainable capital through consistent policies and financial market deepening. This shift towards forward-looking communication aligns Indonesia with global practices, though fundamentals remain essential.

Residents of Citra Prima Serpong in South Tangerang attribute recurring floods to the construction of the Serpong Lagoon housing estate on what was previously a natural water absorption area, such as a lake, leading to inundation levels of up to two metres during short rains. Local authorities installed retaining walls and water pumps in January 2026 to mitigate the issue, but residents report that while drainage has improved, flooding persists due to narrowed and shallow waterways, affecting around 150 people per incident and causing property damage and evacuations. This situation highlights ongoing challenges in urban planning and flood management in rapidly developing Indonesian suburbs, with some families opting to relocate permanently.

Prominent Indonesian religious leaders, politicians, and scholars gathered at the Saudi Arabian Ambassador's residence in Jakarta to urge an immediate halt to the ongoing US-Iran conflict, emphasising the need for peace to ensure the safety of the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. Speakers, including MPR Chairman Ahmad Muzani and NU leader KH Abdul Hakim Mahfudz, condemned the war's global repercussions on energy, economy, and humanity, while calling on all parties to respect Saudi sovereignty and international law by avoiding attacks on civilian infrastructure. The group also praised Saudi Arabia's stewardship of the holy sites and advocated for greater international efforts, led by Indonesia and OIC nations, to secure the region and support the liberation of Al-Aqsa Mosque, highlighting the pilgrimage's sacred importance to the global Muslim community.

Indonesian Islamic scholar Abdul Hakim Mahfudz, representing ulama at a Halal Bihalal event in Jakarta, has urged that the temporary two-week ceasefire between Iran and the US become permanent, citing the negative failure of peace talks and the impending Hajj season in 2026. He emphasised the need to halt the war to ensure the safety of Saudi Arabia, host to the sacred pilgrimage, and highlighted the war's devastating impacts on energy, economy, civilisation, and humanitarian conditions. The Saudi Ambassador to Indonesia affirmed that the kingdom guarantees security for Hajj pilgrims and all visitors.

Indonesia's Home Affairs Minister, Muhammad Tito Karnavian, has commended the Ministry of Housing and Settlement Areas (PKP) for its extensive programme to renovate unfit homes (RTLH) in Papua, allocating at least 21,000 units across the region. He highlighted the unprecedented scale of these efforts, including subsidies and special initiatives for border areas, which would be challenging to fund solely through local budgets given Papua's six provinces and 42 regencies/cities. PKP Minister Maruarar Sirait outlined additional measures such as housing microloans (KUR), subsidies, and slum improvements in key locations like Jayapura and Sorong, underscoring the government's commitment to addressing housing challenges in this remote region.

The Probolinggo City Government in East Java has launched the Sarana Advokasi Peningkatan Akuntabilitas Bantuan Operasional Sekolah (SAPA BOS) 2026 initiative to prevent corruption and minimise deviations in the management of school operational assistance funds. Attended by the mayor, deputy mayor, local prosecutor's office head, education department chief, and education stakeholders, the programme includes consultation clinics, technical guidance, and monitoring to ensure transparent and lawful fund usage. This effort underscores the strategic role of BOS funds in enhancing education quality and infrastructure, aligning with national goals like Indonesia Emas 2045 while fostering integrity in local governance.

The Indonesian government is accelerating affordable housing provision through a collaborative project to construct up to 141,000 subsidised vertical housing units in the Meikarta area of Bekasi Regency, West Java, with groundbreaking scheduled for 8 March 2026 on 30 hectares of cleared land. This initiative, involving Lippo Group, local authorities, and financing institutions, supports President Prabowo Subianto's 3 Million Houses programme and addresses urban land constraints. Additionally, the government is delivering 2,603 permanent relocation homes for disaster-affected communities in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, including a recent handover of 120 units in South Tapanuli Regency, in partnership with Yayasan Buddha Tzu Chi using a community-based approach.

The Constitutional Court of Indonesia has sought explanations from the House of Representatives (DPR) and the government regarding the revival of previously declared unconstitutional provisions in the new Criminal Code (KUHP) Number 1 of 2023. During a hearing on five constitutional review cases, judges highlighted that Article 237 of the new KUHP mirrors a provision from Law No. 24/2009 that was ruled unconstitutional in 2013, questioning the rationale for its reintroduction. This scrutiny underscores concerns over the integrity of the penal code reform aimed at replacing colonial-era laws.

The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP) has sealed Umang Island in Banten's Pandeglang Regency following its viral listing for sale at Rp 65 billion, revealing that the individual operator lacks necessary permits. Officials emphasised that small islands must adhere to strict regulations, with no tolerance for violations, and urged the operator to complete required documentation to ensure legal compliance. This action underscores the government's commitment to protecting national assets from unauthorised exploitation, particularly by foreign entities.

Faizal Assegaf, Director of PT Sinkos Multimedia Mandiri, has reported KPK spokesperson Budi Prasetyo to the KPK's Supervisory Board, accusing him of spreading false opinions about his involvement in a customs importation case. This follows a prior police report to Polda Metro Jaya, with Faizal denying any direct connection to the seized goods and clarifying that they were voluntarily submitted as part of an anti-corruption effort. Budi Prasetyo has deferred the matter to the Supervisory Board, emphasising KPK's commitment to transparency and asset recovery in corruption cases, highlighting ongoing tensions between public figures and anti-corruption efforts.

Indonesian House of Representatives Speaker Puan Maharani has urged the public and businesses to use the current surge in plastic prices as an opportunity to transition to eco-friendly natural packaging alternatives, such as banana leaves, to alleviate economic pressures on small enterprises and reduce environmental impact. She highlighted the practicality of traditional methods, which not only preserve cultural heritage but also enhance product value and promote a green economy. Puan called for collaboration among relevant ministries to develop supportive regulations, systems, and widespread education to revive these local wisdom practices and potentially replace single-use plastics.

Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian People's Consultative Assembly (MPR), Lestari Moerdijat, has stressed the need to utilise BMKG data for cross-sectoral coordination to mitigate the effects of a prolonged dry season predicted for 2026, exacerbated by a weak to moderate El Niño event. This preparation aims to prevent disasters such as droughts, forest fires, and crop failures, with government plans in the 2025-2029 National Medium-Term Development Plan focusing on food, energy, and water self-sufficiency through watershed management and forest rehabilitation. Experts from various agencies, including the Forestry Ministry and BNPB, outlined ongoing efforts in water governance, early detection, and public awareness to safeguard communities amid economic pressures that may hinder volunteer involvement in fire prevention.

Members of Indonesia's House of Representatives (DPR) have questioned the Health Minister and Social Affairs Minister regarding reports of hospitals refusing treatment to patients with inactive BPJS Kesehatan coverage due to PBI adjustments. Despite government assurances and a three-month transition period starting February 2026, where services should continue uninterrupted, lawmakers highlighted non-compliance by some hospitals. The ministers committed to investigating complaints to ensure no patient, including the 11 million affected, faces discrimination in accessing healthcare.

The West Nusa Tenggara Attorney General's Office is investigating former National Land Agency (BPN) head for Sumbawa and Central Lombok, Subhan, over allegations of receiving billions of rupiah in gratuities linked to ongoing land corruption cases. The probe also includes suspected money laundering, with searches conducted at BPN offices and documents seized, though no suspects have been named yet. Meanwhile, Subhan and two co-defendants in a separate corruption trial over the purchase of 70 hectares of land for the MXGP Samota Circuit are seeking house arrest due to health issues, with the court yet to decide.

The Supreme Audit Agency (BPK) has conducted a performance audit of the Directorate General of Taxation (DJP) under the Ministry of Finance, emphasising three main aspects: enhancing the reliability of the tax information system, formulating and harmonising regulations, and improving tax administration quality. This audit, covering 2023 to 2025, aligns with Indonesia's National Medium-Term Development Plan and incorporates international best practices through preventive, promotional, and responsive approaches to boost taxpayer compliance. The report, delivered in 2026, identifies seven findings with strategic recommendations, including compliance risk management and comprehensive follow-up on taxpayer audits, to optimise state revenue.

The National Resilience Institute (Lemhanas) is organising a five-day retreat from 15 to 19 April 2026 at the Military Academy in Magelang, Central Java, for 557 chairmen of regional legislative councils (DPRD) across Indonesia, aimed at enhancing their competencies, professionalism, and integrity amid global complexities. The programme, part of the Regional Leadership Enhancement Course (KPPD), combines theoretical studies with character building, focusing on national values, patriotism, Pancasila, and the implementation of President Prabowo's Asta Cita vision to support Indonesia's Golden 2045 goals. Participants are expected to develop strategic innovations to optimise the role of local parliaments in promoting societal welfare and national interests through cross-sector collaboration.

The Suramadu Bridge, linking Java and Madura islands, underwent temporary and periodic closures on Wednesday (15/4) to conduct dynamic load testing on its central span, ensuring the infrastructure's safety. The testing, managed by the Suramadu Toll Road Preservation Work Unit, involved four short sessions of 2-3 minutes each, with 10-15 minute intervals to prevent traffic buildup, while police ensured smooth traffic flow. With relatively low vehicle volumes, the operations proceeded without major disruptions, highlighting ongoing efforts to maintain this vital Indonesian transport link.

PT Bank Tabungan Negara (BTN) reported a 22.6% year-on-year increase in net profit to Rp1.1 trillion in the first quarter of 2026, driven by double-digit growth in net interest income and improved cost of funds efficiency. The bank's third-party funds rose 9.9% to Rp422.63 trillion, while credit disbursements grew 10.3% to Rp400.63 trillion, with significant contributions from both subsidised and non-subsidised mortgage lending. This performance underscores BTN's role in supporting affordable housing for lower-income Indonesians, generating broader economic benefits through job creation and local material usage in the housing sector.

PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) has achieved over 90 percent On Time Performance (OTP) in the first quarter of 2026 for both passenger and freight services, marking a significant improvement from previous periods. Passenger services saw departure OTP at 99.69 percent and arrival at 97.67 percent, while freight operations transported 12 million tonnes of coal and 2.8 million tonnes of other goods, supporting economic activities and power supply in Java and Bali. This enhanced reliability, driven by infrastructure readiness and operational discipline, ensures safer and more predictable travel and logistics, benefiting public mobility and regional economies.

In response to a verbal harassment case involving a University of Indonesia law student, the Ministry of Population and Family Development (Kemendukbangga)/BKKBN urges families to foster empathetic child-rearing practices rooted in gender equality to prevent such incidents. Secretary Budi Setiyono emphasises the need to eliminate gender biases from an early age, stop the normalisation of sexual jokes, and support victims in reporting and overcoming trauma, highlighting that weak family upbringing contributes to deviant behaviours. The ministry commits to ongoing advocacy, policy development, and intensified socialisation of the PP Tunas programme to create safe physical and digital spaces free from sexual harassment.

The National Awakening Party (PKB) in West Nusa Tenggara (NTB) is set to hold simultaneous branch congresses (Muscab) across all regencies and cities on 16 April 2026 to strengthen organisational consolidation in preparation for the 2029 elections. PKB NTB Chairman Lalu Hadrian Irfani emphasised that the congresses will focus on consolidating the party structure, building resilient leadership, and formulating work programmes to enhance cadre solidarity and unity. The party aims to secure victories in every regency and city in NTB, with Irfani expressing optimism that these efforts will demonstrate PKB's readiness to win the upcoming polls.

The Indonesian Ministry of Health and Japan's Tokushukai Medical Group have designated Jakarta's Harapan Kita Heart and Blood Vessel Hospital as Asia's premier hub for cardiovascular education and research, involving the exchange of doctors, knowledge, and assets to boost expertise. A new building, developed in collaboration, will double the hospital's capacity to 800 beds, maintain services for 70-80% BPJS patients, and include premium wings to reduce medical tourism, while specialist doctors from Japan and elsewhere will practice there regularly. This initiative addresses the significant burden of cardiovascular diseases, which are projected to cost BPJS Kesehatan Rp17 trillion in 2025, enhancing heart health services and research output for Indonesians.

Saudi Arabia has committed US$3 billion (approximately Rp 51 trillion) in financial aid to Pakistan to help stabilise its struggling economy, amid looming debt repayments and ongoing crises. The assistance comes as Pakistan prepares to repay US$3.5 billion to the UAE this month, with tensions straining relations between Islamabad and Abu Dhabi. This support underscores the critical role of Gulf states in Pakistan's economic recovery, following IMF bailouts and amid geopolitical shifts in regional alliances.

UI GreenMetric, in collaboration with Tajikistan's International University of Tourism and Entrepreneurship (IUTE), is hosting the Summit of Rectors of Green Universities from 14 to 17 April 2026 in Dushanbe, bringing together global higher education institutions to shift from fragmented sustainability plans to systemic, on-the-ground climate actions. Universities adopting GreenMetric standards have demonstrated up to 30% reductions in energy consumption while enhancing infrastructure and resource efficiency, underscoring their massive economic and operational influence on shaping future societal behaviours and decision-makers. The summit emphasises bridging environmental transitions with digital advancements, converting campus sustainability data into concrete policies linked to large-scale green financing from institutions like the Asian Development Bank, highlighting the pivotal role of universities in redesigning systems for rapid transformation amid pressing climate and geopolitical challenges.

An 18-year-old rape victim in Jambi detailed the harrowing sequence of events during a press conference with lawyer Hotman Paris in Jakarta, accusing three police officers of facilitating her transport to two separate locations where she was gang-raped by perpetrators including fellow officers. The incident began when she was picked up from a friend's house on the night of 13 November 2025, leading to assaults by individuals with initials SR and NIR at the sites. This revelation underscores serious allegations of police involvement in the crime, raising concerns about institutional accountability and public safety in Indonesia.

PAM JAYA, in collaboration with TP PKK DKI Jakarta, has distributed 270 free 300-litre water tanks to residents in North Jakarta as part of its ongoing programme to improve access to clean water in areas with low pressure. This initiative, marking the third phase, follows previous distributions in West Jakarta and targets low-income households, aiming for 2,000 units across the capital in 2026 under a social assistance MoU. The effort underscores efforts to enhance living standards and equity in water services for Jakarta's underserved communities.

Garuda Indonesia has prepared 15 wide-body aircraft to transport 102,502 prospective Hajj pilgrims, divided into 278 flight groups from 10 embarkation points across Indonesia, with departures commencing on 21 April 2026. This logistical effort, showcased at the GMF hangar in Soekarno-Hatta Airport, underscores the national carrier's pivotal role in facilitating the annual Hajj pilgrimage, a key religious and economic event for the nation. The preparation includes special in-flight meals and seating arrangements to ensure pilgrim comfort during the journey to Saudi Arabia.

Constitutional Court Justice Saldi Isra has questioned the revival of previously invalidated provisions in Indonesia's new Criminal Code (KUHP) Number 1 of 2023, despite their earlier declaration as unconstitutional by the court. During hearings on constitutional challenges to the new KUHP, Saldi highlighted specific articles like 237(b) and (c), which mirror the substance of the now-defunct Article 69(c) of Law Number 24 of 2009, urging lawmakers and the government to explain their reintroduction. This development underscores concerns over the integrity of legislative processes in updating colonial-era criminal laws, potentially affecting the code's constitutionality.

The Indonesian Ministry of Home Affairs has clarified that the acting regent of Tulungagung, Ahmad Baharudin, has limited authority and must coordinate on strategic policy decisions, as full legitimacy remains with the definitive regent. Restrictions include the inability to appoint high-level leadership positions without ministerial approval, in line with legal regulations. The acting role is capped at a maximum of six months, pending a final court decision on the permanent appointment.