Archive: 20 August 2026
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Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:38 WIB
Betawi Consultative Body Calls on All Parties to Safeguard Jakarta
The Betawi Consultative Body (Bamus Betawi) has urged all parties to maintain peace in Jakarta amid circulating calls for a demonstration on 27 August 2026. Chairman Muhammad Rifki, known as Bang Eki Pitung, encouraged residents of Pati, Central Java, to express their aspirations through dialogue rather than being provoked by irresponsible parties. He also called for constructive oversight of the deliberation on the asset forfeiture bill.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:38 WIB
Basri, Fugitive in Batam Nightclub Drug Case, Arrested by Bareskrim in Malaysia
Indonesian National Police's Criminal Investigation Directorate (Bareskrim) has arrested Basri Lewaimang, a wanted drug kingpin, in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. He is suspected of coordinating the distribution of narcotics at the HH Club/Planet Batam entertainment venues. Authorities are also investigating money laundering and have seized luxury assets linked to him.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:37 WIB
Public Works Minister allocates Rp100 billion for disaster emergency response in NTT
Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo has allocated Rp100 billion from the ministry's existing budget to fund emergency response efforts following the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Nusa Tenggara Timur. The minister emphasised the need for rapid action to restore road access, water services, schools and housing for affected communities. He has visited Nagekeo Regency to inspect damage and coordinate recovery efforts with local officials and national agencies.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:36 WIB
Jakarta Provincial Government Sends Rp5.8 Billion in Aid for Post-Earthquake Response in Flores, NTT
The Jakarta Provincial Government has dispatched Rp5.8 billion in aid to support victims of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara. The assistance, collected from civil servants, regional agencies, and municipal-owned enterprises, includes food, medical supplies, water tanks, and cash. Governor Pramono stated that donations remain open until 25 August 2026.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:36 WIB
LPS confident that when sharia aspects are implemented, everything is safe
Farid Azhar Nasution, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Indonesia Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS), has expressed confidence that full implementation of sharia principles will create a secure and growing financial ecosystem. Speaking at the OJK's 2026 Sharia Finance Expo and Seminar, he highlighted Indonesia's potential as the world's largest Muslim-majority nation to develop its sharia economy. LPS has separated the management of conventional and sharia financial systems since 2025 to maintain public trust.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:35 WIB
MPR: Women's political representation must become a national issue
Deputy Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Lestari Moerdijat has called for efforts to increase women's political representation to become a national movement with legal force, using the revision of the Election Law as an entry point. She stressed that women's representation is crucial for producing more aspirational, participatory and equitable public policies. Despite over two decades of affirmative action policies, women's electoral success in legislative bodies remains at only 16–22 per cent, though the Regional Representative Council (DPD) has reached 37 per cent.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:35 WIB
NTT Flood Victims Lack Clean Water, Here's the Latest Situation
Flood-affected communities in Nagekeo, East Nusa Tenggara, are facing severe clean water shortages after the disaster damaged local water supply systems. Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo said the government is deploying water tankers as a temporary measure while damage assessments continue. Sanitation support, including mobile toilet units, is also being prepared to prevent environmental health problems in evacuation sites.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:33 WIB
Indonesia sets four criteria for national electric motorcycles
Indonesia has established four requirements for its national electric motorcycle programme, MOLINAS, including over 60 percent domestic component content, locally developed design and engineering, nickel-based batteries, and affordable pricing. The initiative aims to build domestic industrial capabilities while supporting the country's downstream-processing ambitions. Officials project the programme could save Rp82.2 trillion in fuel subsidies, generate Rp150 trillion in economic value, and create approximately 215,000 jobs by 2031.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:33 WIB
BNN stresses 'zero error' principle in every drug operation
Indonesia's National Narcotics Agency (BNN) chief has instructed all personnel to uphold a 'zero error' standard during drug enforcement operations to prevent casualties among officers and the public. The directive was reinforced through a three-day intensive training and simulation exercise focused on raid planning and execution. Awards were presented to top-performing teams and individuals to close the programme.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:32 WIB
Nigerian National Deported from Bali After 93-Day Overstay
A Nigerian woman has been deported from Bali after overstaying her visit visa by 93 days. The individual, identified as IO, claimed she lacked the funds to purchase a return flight. Immigration authorities emphasised that financial constraints do not exempt foreigners from complying with residence permit regulations.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:32 WIB
Food Minister: 170 SPPG in 3T regions of NTT ready for operation
Coordinating Minister for Food Zulkifli Hasan has announced that 170 Nutritional Fulfilment Service Units (SPPG) in disadvantaged, frontier, and outermost (3T) areas of East Nusa Tenggara have been validated as ready to operate. The acceleration is part of efforts to refine the Free Nutritious Meals programme and expand nutrition services in priority regions, including all of NTT, Maluku, and Papua. The government is also reorganising 8,617 SPPG in remote areas, with 1,703 in 3T regions focused on accelerating stunting reduction.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:32 WIB
To Realise Clean Governance, Ahmad Luthfi Reaffirms Integrity
Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening integrity across regional government ranks as a foundation for clean, effective and accountable governance. Speaking after a coordination meeting in Semarang, he stressed that preventing corruption requires collective effort and strict adherence to oversight systems. The initiative focuses on eight priority areas, including budgeting, procurement, public services and management of state assets.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:31 WIB
WIKA Completes 18.6 Kilometre Permanent Replacement Road for Simpang Perdau–Tepian Langsat
State-owned construction firm PT Wijaya Karya has completed an 18.6 kilometre permanent replacement road in East Kutai Regency, East Kalimantan, as part of the RE-MWRD project. The road, built on post-mining rehabilitation land with expansive soil, required specialised construction methods including a modified Cakar Ayam system. The project is expected to improve regional connectivity, mobility, and the distribution of goods and services in the Muara Wahau area.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:31 WIB
M 3.5 Earthquake Shakes Bantul, Tremors Felt as Far as Solo
A magnitude 3.5 earthquake struck Bantul, Yogyakarta, on Thursday afternoon, with tremors felt across several areas including Solo and Magelang. The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) attributed the shallow quake to activity along the Opak Fault. No damage or aftershocks have been reported.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:30 WIB
Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi: Integrity Is Hard When One's Mind Is Stubborn
Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi has stated that fostering integrity among public officials is difficult, particularly when individuals possess a stubborn character. His remarks came after a corruption prevention coordination meeting in Semarang attended by the KPK, BPKP, LKPP, and regional leaders from Central Java and Yogyakarta. The meeting follows a series of sting operations that have ensnared five Central Java regents in 2026, making the province the one with the most regional heads caught by the anti-corruption agency.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:30 WIB
Practical Way to Create Digital KTP Using Mobile Phone, No Physical Card Needed
The Indonesian government is facilitating the creation of digital identity cards (KTP) through the Digital Population Identity (IKD) application, currently available for Android users. The innovation aims to reduce bureaucracy and ease access to public services without carrying a physical card. However, physical KTP ownership remains mandatory to anticipate limited internet access in some regions.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:28 WIB
First harvest of PM AAS demfarm in Lampung reaches 11.2 tonnes per hectare
The first harvest of the Advanced Agriculture System (PM AAS) demonstration farm in Central Lampung has achieved an average yield of 11.2 tonnes per hectare. The programme, part of a national initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture, aims to maintain sustainable food self-sufficiency. It involves 77 farmers cultivating 100 hectares using intensification methods, organic fertiliser and improved irrigation.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:28 WIB
Ruben Onsu named suspect in investment fraud case
Indonesian celebrity Ruben Samuel Onsu has been named a suspect in an alleged investment fraud and embezzlement case reported to the South Jakarta Metropolitan Police. Police said a case review concluded that Onsu's status should be elevated from witness to suspect following a complaint filed in August 2025. Investigators have examined more than six witnesses, including expert witnesses, after the case was advanced from inquiry to investigation in April 2026.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:28 WIB
Indonesia's AI Investment Soars, Yet Implementation Maturity Remains Low
A new IDC report released at Metrodata Solution Day 2026 reveals that 56.7% of Indonesian organisations plan to increase their generative AI budgets by more than 50%, nearly double the Asia Pacific average. However, Indonesia's AI maturity score of 2.03 out of 5 lags behind regional and global benchmarks. Metrodata's president director urges companies to shift focus from adoption speed to measurable business impact through disciplined governance and accountability.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:27 WIB
Governor: November tender for Papua Highlands KIPP construction
Papua Highlands Governor John Tabo has announced that the tender for the core government centre (KIPP) in Wamena, Jayawijaya Regency, will be held in November 2026, after being postponed from July. The project will be fully funded by the central government through the state budget (APBN), with regional authorities having no control over the funds or contractor selection. The construction site has been designated at the former LIPI Biology Garden on Mount Susu in Hubikosi District.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:27 WIB
Jakarta aims for Net Zero Emissions by 2050, focuses on mobility
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has outlined a decarbonisation roadmap prioritising the transport sector, which accounts for 52 percent of the capital's direct emissions. The plan aims to raise public transport mode share to 55 percent by 2045 through a combination of expanded transit networks and restrictions on private vehicle use. Measures include developing TransJabodetabek, MRT and LRT systems, enforcing odd-even rules, and introducing electronic road pricing.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:26 WIB
The Facts Behind the Alleged Fraud Case That Made Ruben Onsu a Suspect
South Jakarta Metropolitan Police have named celebrity Ruben Onsu a suspect in an alleged investment fraud and embezzlement case. The complainant claims Onsu failed to return the invested capital or deliver promised profits. Police plan to summon Onsu for questioning as a suspect next week.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:25 WIB
25 students from 14 countries learn Jepara wood carving
Twenty-five international students from 14 countries have been given the opportunity to learn traditional Jepara wood carving directly from local artisans in Central Java. The training, part of a summer course at Semarang State University, aims to promote the craft internationally and support its regeneration. Organisers hope the students will become cultural ambassadors for Jepara carving in their home countries.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:25 WIB
Iran says Trump's 'Economic D-Day' is a diversion from America's crisis
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has dismissed US President Donald Trump's 'Economic D-Day' campaign against Tehran as a distraction from America's own mounting debt and interest costs. Araghchi warned that continuing failed policies would only deepen Iranian public hostility towards the United States. He also accused Washington of economic terrorism that threatens the global economy and the sovereignty of other nations.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:25 WIB
Ministry of Public Works Reveals Toll Roads to Be Functionally Opened This Year
The Indonesian government has confirmed that additional toll road sections will be made functionally operational by the end of 2026, though no new toll roads are expected to be formally inaugurated in the near future. Minister of Public Works Dudy Purwagandhi indicated that functional openings will be prioritised for sections that have reached a certain level of readiness, including parts of the Semarang–Muntilan and Probolinggo–Banyuwangi toll roads. No functional openings are currently planned for Sumatra.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:24 WIB
Three Body Parts of Mutilation Victim Saepul Found, One Still Being Searched For
Police in Depok, West Java, have recovered additional remains of a 51-year-old man identified only as K, who was allegedly murdered and dismembered by 26-year-old Saepul. Two lower leg parts were found in a sack in the Grogol River, bringing the total recovered to three of four leg sections. Authorities are continuing to search for the remaining body part while coordinating with local water resource agencies.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:24 WIB
Khofifah Strengthens East Java-Singapore Cooperation on 61st Independence Day
East Java Governor Khofifah Indar Parawansa has reaffirmed her commitment to deepening strategic collaboration with Singapore in investment, trade, and human resource development. Speaking at Singapore's 61st Independence Day reception in Jakarta, she highlighted Singapore's consistent position as a top-three investor in East Java from 2023 to 2025. The partnership has already yielded over Rp4.163 trillion in business transactions from a November 2025 trade mission.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:23 WIB
WHV Process Slowed, Australian Farmers and Businesses Concerned
Australian farmers and rural communities are worried that the government's decision to suspend or slow working holiday visa applications will reduce seasonal labour and threaten food security. Industry groups say backpackers make up around half of the casual harvest workforce and are not replaceable by Pacific labour schemes. The suspension comes amid broader political debate over Australia's migration policy.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:22 WIB
Ruben Onsu Named Suspect in Alleged Fraud and Embezzlement Case
South Jakarta Metropolitan Police have named celebrity Ruben Onsu a suspect in an alleged fraud and embezzlement case. The case stems from a police report filed in August 2025, in which Onsu is accused of failing to return investment capital and promised profits to a victim. Investigators plan to summon Onsu for questioning as a suspect next week.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:22 WIB
Land fires in Pelalawan, Riau reach 300 hectares
Forest and land fires in Kerumutan, Pelalawan Regency, Riau, have burned an estimated 300 hectares, according to the Manggala Agni forest fire control brigade. Additional personnel have been deployed to assist with firefighting operations across several affected districts in Riau. Fire frequency is also rising in South Sumatra, where teams from Jambi have been assisting for nearly 15 days.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:22 WIB
BRIN urges Bangka Belitung local governments to issue bylaw to protect Kelekak forests
The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is calling on local governments in the Bangka Belitung Islands to enact regulations to safeguard Kelekak forests, a traditional mixed fruit garden system with deep cultural roots. Researchers warn that large-scale tin mining and oil palm plantations are threatening nearly all remaining Kelekak areas in rural villages. They argue that local institutional capacity alone is insufficient without formal legal instruments and spatial planning protections.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:21 WIB
Transmigration Ministry prepares priority programmes to assist NTT earthquake victims
The Ministry of Transmigration has collected around Rp100 million in staff donations and is designing priority programmes to support communities affected by the 7.7-magnitude earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara. Minister Muhammad Iftitah Sulaiman Suryanagara emphasised continued collaboration with the Ministry of Villages and Development of Disadvantaged Regions despite their institutional separation. The two ministries also aim to ensure the sustainability of village development and transmigration areas, which have produced 1,567 new villages.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:20 WIB
Flights to Muara Teweh cancelled due to haze
Flights to and from Haji Muhammad Sidik Airport in Muara Teweh, Central Kalimantan, have been cancelled for two consecutive days due to thick haze reducing visibility. The airport requires visibility of around 5,000 metres for visual flight operations, but visibility has dropped to just 1,000 metres. Some passengers have opted to continue their journeys by land, which takes between nine and thirteen hours.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:20 WIB
MPR: The struggle for women's equality is a national civilisational agenda
MPR Deputy Speaker Lestari Moerdijat has called for women's equality and empowerment to be treated as a national civilisational agenda rather than a sectoral issue. She highlighted persistent structural and cultural barriers, including low female parliamentary representation and labour force participation. Moerdijat urged all elements of the nation, including political parties, to turn women's issues into a national movement rather than a mere quota formality.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:20 WIB
Airlangga Denies Indonesian Plastic Comes from China: We Have Chandra Asri and Lotte
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto has rejected US allegations that Indonesia is involved in the 'Great Transhipment Scam' to disguise the origin of plastic exports. He emphasised that Indonesia has its own domestic plastic raw material producers, namely Chandra Asri and Lotte Chemicals. Airlangga also stated that most plastic packaging is consumed domestically rather than exported to the United States.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:18 WIB
House member: Perpetrators checking vehicle chassis numbers must be prosecuted
A member of House Commission III has called for criminal prosecution of individuals who inspect vehicle chassis numbers without proper authority, a practice known as 'ngolong'. The legislator warned that such actions risk leaking personal data and could be linked to debt collectors or 'mata elang' operatives. He also urged authorities to investigate the leasing companies that employ these individuals.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:18 WIB
South Jakarta Police Name Ruben Onsu Suspect in Fraud Case
South Jakarta Metropolitan Police have named celebrity Ruben Onsu a suspect in an alleged fraud and embezzlement case involving an investment scheme. The case stems from a report filed in August 2025 by a victim who claims promised profits and capital were never returned. Police plan to summon Onsu for questioning as a suspect next week.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:18 WIB
Academics say AI adoption in logistics must be accompanied by HR readiness
An academic from SBM ITB has cautioned that adopting artificial intelligence in Indonesia's logistics sector requires parallel investment in human resource readiness, particularly for drivers who remain the operational frontline. The transformation towards fully AI-based logistics is estimated to take around ten years, with gradual digital upskilling needed across the industry. The government is supporting this through programmes like ASEAN AI Ready and is preparing a presidential regulation on a national AI roadmap and ethics.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:18 WIB
Aftershocks Continue in NTT, Number of Displaced Surges to 92,000
Aftershocks continue to rattle Flores, East Nusa Tenggara, five days after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake, with the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) recording 3,752 aftershocks. The number of displaced people has risen sharply to 92,735 across seven affected districts, while damaged homes now total 36,163 units. The death toll has climbed to 75, with 907 people injured.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:17 WIB
Obstacles in Central Kalimantan Forest Fire Suppression: Distant Water Sources, Limited Hoses
Forest and land fire suppression efforts in East Kotawaringin and West Kotawaringin, Central Kalimantan, are being hampered by distant water sources, limited hoses, and equipment breakdowns. A volunteer required hospital treatment for breathing difficulties and exhaustion, highlighting the strain on responders. Accumulated hotspot data shows 3,840 hotspots this year with approximately 1,317 hectares burned as of 18 August.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:17 WIB
ITS Disaster Task Force monitors infrastructure after earthquake in NTT
A disaster task force from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology (ITS) is assessing vital infrastructure in East Nusa Tenggara following a significant earthquake in Maumere. The team is focusing on the Lorens Say Port, which remains operational and is crucial for delivering humanitarian aid, while the passenger terminal suffered structural damage. ITS is coordinating with Pelindo and local public works agencies to plan phased repairs and support local economic recovery.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:16 WIB
Lumajang raises alertness in Ranupani after TNBTS forest and land fire
The Lumajang Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) is maintaining heightened vigilance in Ranupani village following a forest and land fire in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (TNBTS). Personnel remain on standby to monitor for new hotspots amid dry conditions during the dry season. The agency is also supporting aerial water-bombing operations and urging the public to avoid activities that could trigger fires.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:15 WIB
Slippery Road Claims Lives, Pramono Orders Street Vendors Outside Kramat Jati Market to Be Relocated
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has instructed authorities to relocate street vendors operating outside Kramat Jati Market in East Jakarta following a fatal accident caused by slippery road conditions. The governor has coordinated with the East Jakarta mayor and market operator Pasar Jaya to move vendors inside the market premises. The move aims to prevent further casualties on the affected stretch of Jalan Raya Bogor.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:15 WIB
3,870 Alfamart and Alfamidi Class Graduates Absorbed into Workforce in One Year
A total of 3,870 graduates from the Alfamart and Alfamidi Class vocational programme have been directly employed by the retailers over the past year. The initiative, run in collaboration with the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, also strengthened the competencies of 794 vocational teachers across 229 schools. Officials praised the programme for aligning vocational education with the needs of the modern retail industry.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:15 WIB
Expert: Prosecutor's Office must examine all parties linked to PU corruption
Criminal law expert Abdul Fickar Hadjar has urged prosecutors to examine all parties connected to alleged corruption in the renovation of the ground floor of the Cipta Karya Building at the Ministry of Public Works. He stressed that no official, including the deputy minister, should be immune from investigation if sufficient evidence exists. The case involves alleged fictitious projects within the Directorate General of Cipta Karya Secretariat for the 2023–2025 period.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:15 WIB
Police Arrest Five Suspects in Beating of Chicken Pickup Driver in Abiansemal, Badung
Police in Badung, Bali, have arrested five suspects in connection with the assault of a chicken pickup driver and two companions in Abiansemal. The attack occurred after the suspects allegedly became enraged when the victims refused to hand over chickens. The victims sustained bruises and injuries, with one requiring hospital treatment.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:14 WIB
Bareskrim Arrests Basri, Fugitive in Batam Nightclub Drug Case
The Indonesian National Police's Criminal Investigation Department (Bareskrim) has arrested Basri Lewaimang, a suspected drug kingpin who had been on the wanted list. Basri is alleged to have managed and supplied narcotics at the HH Club/Planet entertainment venues in Batam, Riau Islands. Police are also tracing his financial flows and have seized luxury assets.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:12 WIB
Supreme Court Issues SEMA 4/2026, Prohibits Cassation Against Acquittals
Indonesia's Supreme Court has issued Circular Letter (SEMA) Number 4 of 2026, which strictly prohibits appeals and cassation against acquittals in criminal cases. The regulation also mandates the immediate release of defendants in 'ontslag van rechtsvervolging' rulings and revokes the previous SEMA Number 8 of 2011. The move aims to provide legal certainty and unify judicial practice regarding acquittals and dismissals.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:10 WIB
M 3.5 Earthquake in Bantul Felt as Far as Solo, BMKG: Opak Fault Activity
A shallow tectonic earthquake of magnitude 3.5 struck Bantul, Yogyakarta, on Thursday afternoon, with tremors felt as far as Solo and Magelang in Central Java. The Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) attributed the event to activity along the Opak Fault. No damage or aftershocks have been reported, but residents have been advised to remain alert and inspect buildings for structural safety.
Thu, 20 Aug 2026, 18:10 WIB
IDX Prepares to Remove Rp50 Minimum Price, Shares Could Trade from Rp1
The Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) is preparing to abolish the Rp50 minimum share price to improve liquidity and price discovery in the Indonesian capital market. The exchange is currently gathering feedback from market participants, including securities firms and investment managers, before finalising the policy design.