The Syarif Hidayatullah Foundation has clarified that its dispute is not with UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, but rather concerns a change of management and alleged financial irregularities. The foundation claims former board member Ilham Aufa was dismissed in May 2026 and no longer has authority to act on its behalf. Alleged misconduct between 2015 and 2026 includes abuse of authority, personal enrichment, and the pledging of foundation assets to a bank without UIN Jakarta's approval, with suspected misappropriated funds reaching tens of billions of rupiah.

House of Representatives Commission X member Dewi Coryati has called on residents of Bengkulu to cooperate fully with the 2026 National Economic Census (SEN), assuring them that the data collected will not be used for tax purposes. She emphasised that accurate census data is essential for guiding government policy, budget formulation, and mapping local economic potential. The census in Rejang Lebong Regency involves 241 field enumerators across 15 districts and runs until 31 August 2026.

The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) has stated its readiness to assist the National Police in securing a planned demonstration on 27 August 2026, should a request be made. The police have urged the public to exercise their right to free speech peacefully and responsibly. Both institutions emphasised the importance of maintaining public order during the event.

Relatives of a family of three who died in Maharashtra, India, have dismissed social media claims that a dispute over an iPhone instalment plan led to the tragedy. The family says the narrative circulating online is false and has caused immense pain to grieving relatives. Police are continuing to investigate the deaths, which occurred after a series of events at a cliff in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

The Regent of Nagekeo, Simplisius Donatus, has reported that the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme has contributed to a reduction in domestic violence cases in his region. He attributed the decline to the additional income earned by mothers involved in implementing the programme. The regent also noted improved student attendance and health based on informal surveys.

East Nusa Tenggara Police have named three members of the Timor Tengah Utara Regional House of Representatives as suspects in the alleged intimidation and threats against doctor Eliza Princila Ututi Pakaenoni, known as Doctor Icha. The doctor had reported intimidation while treating an emergency patient related to a council member, and was later found dead at her home. Police have not yet detailed the charges but confirmed a formal announcement will follow.

Chinese researchers have developed a new cardiac cell therapy that repairs damaged heart muscle and improves function in patients with severe heart failure. The therapy, pioneered by Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital, uses lab-cultured cardiomyocytes to replace necrotic heart tissue. Long-term follow-up data published in Nature Medicine showed significant improvements in recovery rates and heart function compared to bypass surgery alone.

Indonesia's new Criminal Code (KUHP) represents a major legal reform, shifting from a punitive, colonial-era approach to one focused on corrective, rehabilitative, and restorative justice. Deputy Coordinating Minister Otto Hasibuan highlighted that the new paradigm prioritises victim recovery and conflict resolution over mere imprisonment. He acknowledged that successful implementation depends on law enforcement officers' readiness to adopt this new mindset.

The legal team of former Junior Attorney General for Special Crimes, Febrie Adriansyah, has argued that the ongoing money laundering case against him breaches due process of law. They contend that procedural fairness has been compromised, particularly regarding the authority to name a suspect and the grounds for detention. The Attorney General's Office has defended the detention, citing inconsistencies between Febrie's statements and evidence gathered during the investigation.