Archive: 2 June 2026
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Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:39 WIB
Summarecon Fulfills Sustainability Commitment to Improve Public Health on 50th Anniversary
As part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, PT Summarecon Agung Tbk has organised a free cataract surgery programme in Bandung. The initiative, held in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Affairs and various healthcare partners, aims to enhance public health and-quality of life.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:39 WIB
BNPB: Landslide-affected road in Nunukan now passable for vehicles
The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has confirmed that the road access in Nunukan, North Kalimantan, which was previously blocked by a landslide, is now open to vehicles. The landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall and flooding, caused significant damage to local infrastructure and residential properties.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:39 WIB
Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology: Motive behind fake research in Denmark was to secure travel grants
The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology has revealed that Indonesian nationals in Denmark allegedly fabricated international research to illicitly obtain travel grants. This fraudulent activity threatens the global reputation of Indonesia's dedicated academic community and is currently being investigated for potential criminal prosecution.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:39 WIB
Nadiem Makarim's Plea: Rejecting the 'White-Collar Criminal' Narrative in Chromebook Corruption Case
Former Minister of Education Nadiem Makarim has delivered his defence in the Chromebook procurement corruption trial, denying allegations of receiving illegal funds. He argued that the prosecution failed to provide material evidence of personal gain and suggested the charges are part of a wider criminalisation trend.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:38 WIB
Ila's Struggle with PNM Mekaar: Rebuilding Life from the Lowest Point
A story of resilience featuring an Indonesian woman who utilised the PNM Mekaar programme to establish a tailoring business following her husband's redundancy. Through access to micro-capital, she has successfully improved her family's economic standing and secured her children's education.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:37 WIB
Neutral Position Threatened: Oman Responds to Trump's Stern Warning Regarding Iran
Oman's long-standing policy of neutrality in the Middle East is facing unprecedented pressure from the United States following threats from the Trump administration. Washington has raised concerns over Oman's diplomatic ties with Iran, potentially risking economic sanctions and military tension in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:36 WIB
Global semiconductor market projected to hit $1.51 trillion by 2026
The global semiconductor market is expected to surge by 89.9 per cent in 2026, reaching a record $1.51 trillion, driven by massive investments in artificial intelligence. This significant upward revision from previous forecasts highlights the rapid expansion of data centres and the surging demand for memory and logic chips.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:35 WIB
Return of 1,560 Hajj Pilgrims from Tangerang City to Begin Gradually until Late June
The return of 1,560 Hajj pilgrims from Tangerang City is scheduled to take place in two waves between 2nd and 29th June 2026. Authorities have confirmed that all necessary facilities, including medical services and accommodation, are fully prepared for the arrival of the groups.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:34 WIB
One Global Capital Launches 2026 World Roadshow to Strengthen Asian Investor Networks
Sydney-based property developer One Global Capital has announced its '2026 World Roadshow' across major Indonesian cities to promote Australian property investment. The initiative aims to facilitate cross-border business discussions and provide insights into global asset diversification and international mobility.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:34 WIB
PDIP Questions Accountability of President Prabowo's Overseas Visits
The Indonesian Democratic Party of Indonesia (PDIP) has challenged the Cabinet Secretary's claims regarding President Prabowo Subianto's use of personal funds to cover overseas travel costs. The opposition party is demanding greater transparency and accountability concerning the results and budgetary impact of the President's frequent international trips.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:33 WIB
Referencing Tom Lembong Case, Nadiem Makarim: Whether Imprisoned or Not, It Is in God's Hands
Former Minister of Education Nadiem Makarim has addressed his ongoing legal battle regarding alleged Chromebook corruption during a plea hearing. He argued that the case is part of a broader pattern of criminalisation in Indonesia and warned that legal uncertainty could damage investor confidence and the national economy.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:33 WIB
Sleman Regency Government Responds to Alleged Medical Malpractice Death of Toddler at Regional Hospital
The Sleman Regency Government has pledged to support the legal process following the death of a three-year-old girl, allegedly due to medical malpractice at RSUD Prambanan. The victim's family has filed a police report against the hospital director and a doctor, alleging negligence during a sedation procedure prior to a CT scan.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:33 WIB
Chilli and Airfares Record Highest Inflation in Bali for May 2026
Bali recorded a monthly inflation rate of 0.42 per cent in May 2026, driven primarily by significant price surges in red chillies and air travel. The inflation was further compounded by heavy rainfall affecting crop yields and government adjustments to non-subsidised LPG prices.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:33 WIB
In Defence Plea, Nadiem Makarim Links Tom Lembong Case to Criminalisation
Former Minister of Education Nadiem Makarim has alleged that his legal case involving Chromebook procurement is part of a broader pattern of criminalisation in Indonesia. During his defence plea, he cited the legal prosecution of Tom Lembong as evidence of irregular law enforcement practices.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:32 WIB
1,182 Applicants Compete for 125 TEP Slots at Hasanuddin University
A total of 1,182 applicants are vying for 125 available positions in the 2026 Patriot Expedition Team (TEP) programme at Hasanuddin University. The programme, initiated by the Ministry of Transmigration, aims to deploy participants to various locations across West Papua, Southeast Sulawesi, and South Sulawesi for regional development.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:30 WIB
Why Do Fires Frequently Occur in Jakarta? Rano Karno Explains
The Deputy Governor of Jakarta, Rano Karno, has identified electrical short circuits as the primary cause of recent devastating fires in the city, accounting for up to 95 per cent of incidents. Following a massive blaze in Kemayoran that destroyed 304 buildings, officials are urging residents to regularly inspect their electrical installations to prevent future tragedies.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:30 WIB
Minister Forms Team to Investigate Alleged Research Falsification for Travel Grants
The Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology has established a special task force to investigate four Indonesian citizens suspected of falsifying research and identities to secure international travel grants. The investigation involves officials from Yogyakarta State University (UNY) to address potential breaches of research integrity.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:30 WIB
10 Witnesses Questioned Regarding Death of Two Tourists at Cunca Wulang Waterfall
Police in West Manggarai are investigating the deaths of two Austrian tourists who fell from a dilapidated suspension bridge at Cunca Wulang Waterfall. The investigation has expanded to include potential corruption within the bridge's construction project, with officials being questioned by the anti-corruption unit.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:30 WIB
Delisting Rumours Surface: Bank Danamon CEO and OJK Respond
The management of Bank Danamon and the Financial Services Authority (OJK) have addressed rumours regarding the potential delisting of the bank from the Indonesia Stock Exchange. While Bank Danamon denies plans to go private, OJK noted that any delisting would be a strategic corporate decision related to MUFG integration rather than a failure to meet free float requirements.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:30 WIB
Ende Police Arrest Former Ministry of Social Affairs Official Over Rp6.4 Billion Corruption Case
Police in Ende have apprehended a former official from the Indonesian Ministry of Social Affairs, RR, in connection with a corruption scandal involving fishing boat aid programmes. The case involves an estimated state loss of Rp6.4 billion after distributed vessels were found to be heavily damaged and unusable.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:30 WIB
Task Force Names 26 Suspects in Hajj and Umrah Fraud Cases, Affecting 550 Pilgrims
An Indonesian task force has identified 26 suspects involved in 59 cases of Hajj and Umrah-related fraud, including non-procedural pilgrimages. The scams have resulted in total losses of Rp21.7 billion, affecting approximately 550 potential pilgrims.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:30 WIB
Motorcycle thief in Tebet used replica mobile phones as collateral
Police in South Jakarta have apprehended a suspect, identified by the initials SFX, for a motorcycle theft in Tebet. The perpetrator used high-end replica smartphones as fake collateral to gain the victim's trust before fleeing with the vehicle.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:29 WIB
5 Strategies to Boost Business Investment in Indonesia According to the President
President Prabowo Subianto has outlined key strategies to bolster investor confidence and drive business investment in Indonesia. The focus remains on improving legal certainty, transparency, and investment promotion to stimulate economic growth and reduce unemployment.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:29 WIB
Thief Using Replica iPhone Scam to Steal Motorcycles Arrested in Tebet
Police in South Jakarta have arrested a serial thief known as SFX, who used counterfeit iPhones as collateral to trick victims into letting him test-drive their motorcycles before fleeing. The suspect, who has committed at least ten similar thefts, reportedly sold the stolen vehicles to a dealership in North Jakarta.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:28 WIB
KPK Expands Corruption Investigation into South Sumatra Rail Project, Begins Witness Interrogations
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is broadening its investigation into bribery involving railway construction projects in South Sumatra. Following an initial sting operation, investigators are now questioning witnesses to uncover the full extent of the corruption network.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:27 WIB
Ministry introduces mandatory early education curriculum structure
The Indonesian Ministry has unveiled a new curriculum structure for early childhood education, focusing on intracurricular and co-curricular activities. This national policy aims to develop essential graduate profiles, including literacy, character, and social-emotional development, to ensure school readiness.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:26 WIB
Hanania Partners Hope Umrah Pilgrims' Funds Can Be Recovered
Dozens of partners from PT Khazanah Tama Internasional, known as Hanania, have reported alleged umrah travel fraud to the Jakarta Metropolitan Police. The group claims losses amounting to approximately Rp 20 billion, involving numerous prospective pilgrims who were never sent on their religious journeys.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:26 WIB
7,713 Students in Pangkalpinang Receive Graduation Announcements Online
Over 7,700 primary and junior high school students in Pangkalpinang have received their graduation results via the STIMULUS digital application. This digital transformation initiative allows students to download their graduation certificates directly to their mobile devices, supporting the city's smart city vision.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:25 WIB
BookCabin Travel Fair 2026 Offers Various Travel Services
The BookCabin Travel Fair 2026 is set to tour four Indonesian cities, offering diverse travel packages, flight tickets, and accommodation deals. The event features promotional offers including flash sales for Lion Group flights and special incentives for Umrah pilgrimage packages.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:25 WIB
Immigration Directorate General provides corridor gates at Soekarno-Hatta and Surabaya
The Directorate General of Immigration has introduced 'corridor gates' to streamline the return of Indonesian Hajj pilgrims in 2026. This initiative aims to bypass conventional immigration procedures by using pre-verified data, significantly reducing transit time at major arrival points.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:25 WIB
OJK Reveals Increasing Mergers Among Rural Banks, Performance Shows Positive Growth
The Financial Services Authority (OJK) reports that 57 Rural Banks (BPR) and Sharia Rural Banks (BPRS) have merged into 18 entities as of April 2026. Despite ongoing consolidation and regulatory pressures, the industry maintains positive growth with total assets reaching Rp236.69 trillion.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:24 WIB
Rupiah Continues to Plummet; Borrowing from IMF and World Bank Cited as Most Realistic Recovery Option?
As the Indonesian Rupiah faces significant depreciation against the US Dollar, analysts suggest that seeking new international loans could be a viable path to stability. However, such financial assistance from the IMF or World Bank would likely come with stringent conditions, including the removal of domestic subsidies.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:23 WIB
Prabowo Joins Students at SMPN 111 Jakarta for Free Nutritious Meal Programme
President Prabowo Subianto visited SMPN 111 Jakarta to personally oversee the distribution of the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme. During his visit, the President inspected the food preparation facilities and shared a meal with students to monitor the programme's implementation.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:23 WIB
UI Sanctions 15 Participants in Lewd Law Faculty Chat Group, Some Suspended for 3 Semesters
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has imposed sanctions on 15 individuals following an investigation into sexual violence within a private chat group at the Faculty of Law. The disciplinary actions include academic suspensions ranging from one to three semesters and mandatory psychological counselling.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:23 WIB
DPR Hajj Oversight Team Highlights Health Capability Concerns, Calls for Stricter Screening
The Indonesian Parliament's Hajj Oversight Team has urged authorities to tighten health screenings for prospective pilgrims to ensure they meet the necessary physical requirements. The committee noted that many pilgrims, particularly the elderly and those with chronic illnesses, face significant physical risks during the pilgrimage rituals.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:22 WIB
President Prabowo Visits SMPN 111 Jakarta to Monitor Free Nutritious Meal Programme
President Prabowo Subianto visited SMPN 111 Jakarta to engage with students and oversee the implementation of the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme. During the visit, the President encouraged students to persevere in their education while assessing the programme's impact on student welfare.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:22 WIB
Israeli Parliament to Dissolve Itself, Early Elections Possible
The Israeli Knesset has passed the first reading of a bill to dissolve itself, potentially triggering early legislative elections. While the bill paves the way for a vote between September and October, political parties remain divided over the specific timing of the polls.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:22 WIB
Minister of Higher Education: Suspected Research Fraudsters are Not Lecturers
The Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology has confirmed that the individuals suspected of falsifying research for an international symposium are alumni rather than active lecturers. The Ministry is currently coordinating with Yogyakarta State University (UNY) to pursue legal action to protect Indonesia's international research credibility.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:21 WIB
Combination of AI and Digital Laboratories: How Amalia Medical Center Reduces Medical Human Error
The Director General of Placement at the Ministry of Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection inspected Amalia Medical Center to ensure healthcare readiness for prospective migrant workers. The facility has implemented advanced technologies, including AI-driven tuberculosis detection and integrated laboratory information systems, to meet increasingly stringent global health standards.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:20 WIB
Elon Musk Reaping Rewards: Why He Was Willing to Spend Rp 5 Trillion on Trump's Campaign
SpaceX has secured significant US government contracts worth over Rp 115 trillion following Elon Musk's substantial financial support for Donald Trump's presidential campaign. These contracts include satellite development for air threat detection and military communication networks, bolstering the company's valuation ahead of its anticipated IPO.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:17 WIB
Lenteng Agung Road Reopened; Rano Karno Calls for Roadside Verge Repairs
The Lenteng Agung road, which had been closed due to a sinkhole, has fully reopened following complex repairs involving specialised drilling techniques. Jakarta Deputy Governor Rano Karno has urged relevant departments to also repair the damaged road shoulders to prevent future hazards.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:17 WIB
PLN launches OGTC to encourage UPR students to care for the environment and orangutans
PLN's West Kalimantan Development Unit has organised the 'Orangutan Goes to Campus' (OGTC) programme at Palangka Raya University. The initiative aims to foster environmental awareness and orangutan conservation efforts among the younger generation through collaboration with local conservation organisations.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:17 WIB
Alleged Misuse of Village Land Cases Continue to Implicate Village Heads in Sleman Regency
The Village Head of Condongcatur has been named a suspect in a case involving the unauthorised leasing of village land, with estimated state losses reaching Rp1 billion. This incident follows several similar cases in the Sleman Regency, highlighting ongoing concerns regarding the oversight of village land utilisation.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:16 WIB
Metro Jaya Regional Police Deploy Mobile Kitchen Units to Assist Fire Victims
The Brimob unit of the Metro Jaya Regional Police deployed two mobile kitchen units to provide food relief to residents affected by a major fire in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta. Over 200 meal boxes were distributed to displaced persons, including children and the elderly, as part of a humanitarian response.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:16 WIB
UI Imposes Tiered Sanctions in Law Faculty Sexual Violence Case, 14 Students Suspended for up to 3 Semesters
Universitas Indonesia (UI) has issued various sanctions against 15 students following an investigation into alleged Electronic-Based Sexual Violence within the Faculty of Law. The disciplinary actions include suspensions ranging from one to three semesters, alongside mandatory psychological counselling and anti-sexual violence coursework.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:15 WIB
Hashim-affiliated Issuer Partners with Telkom
PT Perintis Triniti Properti Tbk (TRIN), a company affiliated with Rahayu Saraswati Djojohadikusumo, has entered into a partnership with PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. The collaboration aims to provide essential digital communication infrastructure for the Holdwell Business Park in Bandar Lampung. This strategic move is designed to support integrated logistics and business ecosystems through reliable digital connectivity.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:13 WIB
Health Minister: Indonesia aims for 90% Hepatitis B-C screening target via Free Health Checks
Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has announced plans to expand the Free Health Check (CKG) programme to cover 136 million people by 2026. The initiative aims to achieve the WHO target of 90% screening for Hepatitis B and C to prevent liver disease and cancer through early detection.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:13 WIB
Working Visit to Europe: Airlangga Pushes for Indonesia's OECD Membership and I-EU CEPA
Indonesian Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto is conducting a diplomatic mission to Europe to accelerate Indonesia's accession to the OECD and the ratification of the I-EU CEPA. The visit includes high-level meetings in Paris and Brussels to secure international support for Indonesia's economic integration and downstreaming policies.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:12 WIB
Minister for Population and Family Development hands over housing assistance to stunting-risk families in Aceh
The Minister for Population and Family Development, Wihaji, has delivered housing rehabilitation assistance to families at risk of stunting in Southeast Aceh. The initiative includes the provision of improved sanitation facilities to ensure a healthy living environment for optimal child development.
Tue, 02 Jun 2026, 18:11 WIB
Dua Kurir Ditangkap, BNNP Kepri Musnahkan Barang Bukti Narkoba dari Jaringan Lintas Negara
The National Narcotics Board of Riau Islands (BNNP Kepri) has destroyed evidence of narcotics, including methamphetamine and etomidate, following the arrest of two couriers. The seized substances were part of a crackdown on an international drug trafficking network.