Archive: 28 August 2026
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Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 06:07 WIB
Febrie's Pretrial Motion Rejected, Suspect Status and Search Declared Lawful
The South Jakarta District Court has rejected the pretrial motion filed by former Junior Attorney General for Special Crimes, Febrie Adriansyah, affirming that his designation as a suspect and the search of his premises were lawful. Judge Richard Edwin Basoeki ruled that the investigation, search, seizure, and travel ban all followed proper procedure. The ruling upholds the Attorney General's Office's handling of the case against the former senior prosecutor.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 06:05 WIB
Nepal Flash Flood Update: New Warning, Two Lakes at Risk of Bursting
Nepal and China have issued fresh warnings over the threat of further flash floods in the Himalayan border region after two landslide-formed lakes became at risk of bursting. Nearly 1,000 people remain missing and at least 362 have died following Wednesday's disaster, which was triggered by a glacier collapse. Authorities are urging residents and rescue teams to move to higher ground as water levels continue to rise.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 06:00 WIB
Road in Front of DPR Still Closed, TransJ Routes 8N, 8C and 9E Not Operating
Three Transjakarta bus routes have been suspended due to ongoing road closures around the DPR/MPR building in Jakarta. The operator announced the disruption early on Friday morning and advised passengers to monitor its social media channels for updates.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 06:00 WIB
BPTD Bali Begins Phased Repairs of Ida Bagus Mantra Bypass Street Lights
The Bali Class II Land Transportation Management Centre (BPTD) has started repairing street lights along the Ida Bagus Mantra Bypass following public complaints about poor lighting. The phased works are constrained by budget efficiency policies, with 265 lamps across 10 control panels currently being addressed. Further repairs have been budgeted for 2027.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 06:00 WIB
BI Encourages Indonesian MSMEs to Level Up and Penetrate Global Markets Through KKI 2026
Bank Indonesia is using the Karya Kreatif Indonesia 2026 event to strengthen micro, small and medium enterprises, which account for 97 percent of employment and over 60 percent of GDP. The initiative focuses on capacity building, access to finance, digital technology adoption and market expansion. The event includes business matching sessions connecting MSMEs with buyers, investors, banks and financing institutions.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 06:00 WIB
A Love Offering to the Republic: The Grand Message Behind Meradjoet Sendja
A theatrical performance titled 'Meradjoet Sendja' was staged at the Jakarta Arts Building as the culmination of the Bakti Seniman Nusantara programme, a collaboration between PARFI '56, Keana Production, and Dompet Dhuafa. Directed by Olivia Zalianty, the production retold the story of Indonesia's independence proclamation through four narrative acts, blending historical narrative with emotional and orchestral elements. The event highlighted how artistic stages can serve not only as spaces for expression and entertainment but also as platforms for building solidarity and social awareness.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 06:00 WIB
Investors and Diaspora Utilise Golden Visa and GCI in North Jakarta
North Jakarta's immigration office has recorded 47 Golden Visa holders and 53 Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI) holders as of 26 August 2026. The Golden Visa targets investors, global talent, and world figures, while the GCI aims to strengthen ties with the Indonesian diaspora and former citizens. Officials say both schemes reflect a shift in immigration services towards supporting investment, talent mobility, and diaspora engagement.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:57 WIB
Mob Damages CCTV in Penjompongan, Jakarta Provincial Government to Report to Police
The Jakarta Provincial Government has condemned the vandalism of public CCTV cameras in Penjompongan, Central Jakarta, during unrest following a demonstration at the DPR building. Diskominfotik head Marulina Dewi said the facilities are vital for crime prevention, public service monitoring and traffic management. The provincial government will report the damage to law enforcement authorities.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:51 WIB
Life Insurance Investment Results Turn Red
Life insurance investment results plunged into negative territory in the first half of 2026, recording a loss of Rp 2.6 trillion compared to a Rp 15.96 trillion gain a year earlier. Industry players are expected to adopt a more cautious approach to portfolio management amid lingering economic uncertainty.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:50 WIB
Counting Down the Days to the Arrival of the Newly Acquired Aircraft Carrier from Italy
Indonesia's Ministry of Defence has confirmed that the aircraft carrier ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, to be renamed KRI Gajah Mada, will arrive in Jakarta in mid-September 2026. The vessel, acquired through a government-to-government grant from Italy, will be formally handed over before proceeding to its home port in Lampung. President Prabowo Subianto is scheduled to attend the renaming and flag-changing ceremony on 25 September 2026.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:48 WIB
KRL Green Line Still Only Running to Palmerah Station This Morning
Commuter Line services on the Rangkasbitung–Tanah Abang route remain disrupted due to crowds near the Palmerah–Tanah Abang section. Trains are terminating at Palmerah Station and returning towards Rangkasbitung as a safety precaution. KAI Commuter says normal operations will resume once conditions are deemed safe.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:45 WIB
Perumnas hands over 530 housing units simultaneously for HAPERNAS 2026
State-owned housing developer Perum Perumnas has handed over more than 530 housing units to buyers in a simultaneous ceremony marking National Housing Day (HAPERNAS) 2026. The event, centred at Samesta Sentraland Cengkareng in Jakarta, forms part of efforts to expand access to affordable housing and support the government's 3 Million Houses Programme. Perumnas also launched a digital property platform and a down-payment savings scheme with Bank BTN.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:36 WIB
Sleman 'Klitih' Gang Shoots Teenager with Airsoft Gun for Content
Police in Sleman have arrested a 27-year-old man suspected of shooting a teenage motorcyclist with an airsoft gun in a random attack reminiscent of 'klitih' street violence. The suspect claimed family problems as his motive, while three accomplices remain at large. Investigators believe the group recorded the assault to create content for their peers.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:32 WIB
Malaysia in Shock! Former PM Found Hoarding 16 kg of Gold and Rp747 Billion in Cash
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob has been formally charged with failing to declare his assets, making him the third former premier to face prosecution in recent years. The charges relate to the concealment of local and foreign currency, as well as gold and silver bars, uncovered during a corruption and money laundering investigation. He pleaded not guilty and was released on bail of 300,000 ringgit.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:25 WIB
Crowds Still Gathered Around DPR in Early Morning, Here is the List of Closed Toll Gates
Mass demonstrations near the DPR/MPR complex in Jakarta have prompted authorities to close several toll gates on the Jakarta Inner City Toll Road in the early hours of Friday morning. Jasa Marga has advised motorists to use alternative routes via the Ir. Wiyoto Wiyono elevated toll road or the Jakarta Outer Ring Road. Crowds were observed near the Ministry of Forestry, with firecrackers, fireworks, and burning objects reported in the vicinity.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:16 WIB
Nasaruddin Umar Said to Focus on Assisting Prabowo Amid Rumours of Resignation as Religious Affairs Minister
Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar has confirmed he will not run for the chairmanship of Nahdlatul Ulama at its 35th congress in Jombang, choosing instead to remain in President Prabowo Subianto's cabinet. The Ministry of Religious Affairs dismissed earlier reports of his resignation as false, stating he remains focused on fostering religious harmony and improving religious education.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:15 WIB
Diaspora Notes for the 35th NU Congress
A former PCINU Turkey official offers three key notes ahead of the 35th Nahdlatul Ulama Congress in Jombang. He argues that the next NU chairman must possess global awareness and cross-cultural diplomacy skills, not just religious depth and domestic political support. He also highlights the urgent need for NU to build economic infrastructure for its predominantly rural and lower-income membership.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:10 WIB
Deputy Regional Heads Based on Need
The article argues that disharmony between regional heads and their deputies stems from a structural mismatch: deputies are elected as a package with the head but lack independent authority. It proposes a differential model where the need for a deputy is determined by objective parameters such as population, area, and fiscal capacity, rather than electoral convenience.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:09 WIB
Rescue team arrives in Gyirong after landslide hits border
A 141-member rescue team has reached the Gyirong border port in China's Xizang Autonomous Region following a devastating landslide along the China-Nepal border. The disaster has left three people dead and 558 missing, with two villagers rescued so far.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:05 WIB
The 'Less but More' Principle in Deep Learning
Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Abdul Mu'ti has urged teachers to adopt a 'less but more' approach to deep learning, prioritising depth of understanding over the quantity of material taught. The approach encourages interdisciplinary learning, reflection, and meaningful, joyful education that connects to real-life experiences. Teachers are identified as the key to successfully implementing this pedagogical shift.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:01 WIB
DPR member provides borehole well in drought-hit Pamekasan village
Indonesian House of Representatives member Ansari has provided a borehole well and piping to residents of Kertagena Laok village in Pamekasan, East Java, which suffers from chronic water shortages during the dry season. The assistance is expected to serve around 50 households in Dusun Talandung II, where residents have had to buy water or fetch it from other villages. The drilling is targeted to reach a depth of about 88 metres and be completed within two days.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:01 WIB
Chinese automotive brands expand presence in East Java
More than a dozen Chinese automotive brands are strengthening their foothold in East Java's market through participation in the GIIAS 2026 Surabaya auto show. East Java consistently ranks third nationally in vehicle sales, contributing 9.1 percent of total national sales as of April 2026. Nearly half of the 26 participating passenger car brands are Chinese manufacturers, with most offering new energy vehicles.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 05:00 WIB
Horrifying Incident in Guntung Karawang River, Middle-Aged Man Goes Missing While Fishing in the Early Hours
A 57-year-old man named Mursal has gone missing while fishing in the Guntung Karawang River in Kubu Raya Regency, West Kalimantan. He is believed to have been attacked by a crocodile while sleeping on a boat in the early hours of Wednesday. A joint SAR team is currently conducting a search operation to locate the victim.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 04:30 WIB
28 August 2026 Turns Out to Be a Good Day for Dewa Yadnya Ceremony
According to the Balinese calendar, Friday, 28 August 2026 is considered an auspicious day for performing the Dewa Yadnya ceremony. The day's ala ayuning dewasa calculations indicate favourable conditions for religious rituals, building places of worship, and starting commercial activities. Several specific auspicious and inauspicious periods are identified for various activities.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 04:08 WIB
Prabowo Confident Indonesia Will Rise: Nothing Can Hold Us Back, Trust Me
President Prabowo Subianto expressed strong optimism that Indonesia will become a strong and self-reliant nation within a few years, speaking at the 35th Nahdlatul Ulama Congress in Jombang. He highlighted achievements in food self-sufficiency, the expansion of the Free Nutritious Meal programme to 62 million beneficiaries, and budget savings of hundreds of trillions of rupiah. Prabowo emphasised that state wealth must be managed for the greatest benefit of the people, including through anti-corruption efforts and fiscal efficiency.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 04:05 WIB
Smoke Still Visible at Kuningan Landfill Fire
A major fire at the Ciniru landfill in Kuningan Regency, West Java, has continued for twelve days, with over 90 percent of the five-hectare site already burnt. Emergency crews are still working to extinguish the blaze and cool hotspots to prevent reignition.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 04:00 WIB
Yaqut's Special Staff Allegedly Held Concurrent Position as BPKH Supervisory Board Member
Ishfah Abidal Azis, a defendant in the 2023-2024 additional hajj quota corruption case, allegedly held concurrent positions for two years as a member of the Hajj Financial Management Agency (BPKH) Supervisory Board and Special Staff to former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas. Testimony from BPKH officials confirmed his dual role from October 2022 to October 2024. The case involves alleged state losses of Rp622 billion.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 03:59 WIB
Crowds still gathered around Slipi until early Friday morning
Demonstrators remained gathered at several points around Slipi and Petamburan, Jakarta, into the early hours of Friday following protests near the DPR/MPR building. Traffic was disrupted and objects were set alight on the road, with tear gas still detectable in the area.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 03:49 WIB
Death Toll from Flash Floods in Nepal Rises to 392
The death toll from catastrophic flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-China border has climbed to 392, with more than 1,400 people still missing. Rescue teams are battling thick mud to search for survivors, including hundreds of foreign tourists and Hindu pilgrims. Experts warn of further flooding risks as climate change accelerates glacial melt in the Himalayan region.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 03:48 WIB
Corruption Case Files for BPR Bank Cirebon Credit Fraud Transferred to Bandung District Court, 3 Former Officials to Face Trial Soon
The Cirebon District Prosecutor's Office has formally transferred the case files of three former officials of Perumda BPR Bank Cirebon to the Bandung Class IA Special District Court. The defendants are accused of corruption involving abuse of authority and irregularities in credit disbursement between 2017 and 2024. Prosecutors are now awaiting the panel of judges to set a trial date.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 03:30 WIB
Unsoed Rector Caught in KPK Sting, DPR to Summon Ministry of Higher Education
The House of Representatives Commission X will summon the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology following a corruption sting operation that ensnared the rector of Jenderal Soedirman University. Lawmakers stressed that university admissions must be objective, transparent and merit-based, not influenced by money or connections. The case involves alleged extortion and gratuities related to independent pathway admissions for new students.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 03:30 WIB
TikTok Challenge Modus: Teacher in Bali Steals Dozens of Phones to Fund Online Gambling
A 25-year-old honorary teacher in Buleleng, Bali, has been arrested for allegedly stealing mobile phones using a TikTok challenge ruse. Police say the suspect used proceeds from pawning the stolen devices to fund online gambling. Six victims reported losses totalling around Rp15 million.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 03:30 WIB
BRI Holds Free Health Checks and Donations at Semarak Merah Putih in BRILiaN Village
Bank BRI's Denpasar regional office organised free health screenings for 500 residents of Angseri Village in Tabanan, Bali, as part of Indonesia's 81st Independence Day celebrations. The event also featured a wall donation initiative in which each of 810 stickers placed would be converted into a Rp50,000 donation by BRI Peduli for disaster victims. The programme aimed to promote local economic potential, with 16 MSMEs participating in the festivities.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 03:05 WIB
Food Ingredients (Fi) Asia Indonesia 2026 Kembali Digelar, Hadirkan 10 'Country Pavilions' Lebih
Food Ingredients (Fi) Asia Indonesia 2026 will return to JIExpo Kemayoran on 16-18 September 2026, expanding from 7 to 11 halls and featuring more than 10 country pavilions including new participants such as Canada, Australia, and South Korea. The event aims to support Indonesia's food and beverage industry, which grew 6.51% year-on-year through Q2 2026, by connecting industry players with suppliers, researchers, and international partners. Organisers highlight special features like the Natural Ingredients Pavilion and Innovation Zone to promote healthier, greener food standards and strengthen the sector's competitiveness.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 03:00 WIB
TikTok Running Challenge Scam: Honorary Teacher in Bali Steals Dozens of Phones
Police in Buleleng, Bali, have arrested a 25-year-old honorary primary school teacher identified as PS for allegedly stealing more than a dozen mobile phones using a TikTok running challenge scam. The suspect lured victims with a Rp200,000 prize, asked to hold their phones as a timer, then fled on a motorbike. Authorities believe the crimes were committed to fund online gambling and have urged other victims to come forward.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:54 WIB
Hoax! New BLT scheme, Rp5.4 million cash with 'present' comment in Facebook post
A Facebook post claiming the government is preparing a new direct cash assistance (BLT) scheme worth Rp5.4 million per recipient, requiring users to comment 'present', has been debunked as a hoax. No official government statement supports the claim. Existing social assistance programmes such as PKH, BPNT, PIP, PBI JK, and Atensi continue to be distributed based on the DTSEN database.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:49 WIB
Hoax! Prabowo instructs 35 percent PPh 21 deduction for all workers
A viral Instagram infographic claiming President Prabowo Subianto ordered a 35 percent income tax (PPh 21) deduction from all workers' salaries has been debunked as disinformation. The Directorate General of Taxes confirmed no such policy exists, and the 35 percent rate only applies to taxable income above Rp5 billion under Indonesia's progressive tax system.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:49 WIB
Dozens of Mothers in Indramayu Defrauded by Online Arisan on Facebook, Losses Reach Rp325 Million
Fifteen women in Indramayu have reported an online arisan organiser to police after allegedly being defrauded of a combined Rp325 million. The scheme was promoted through live Facebook draws, but victims claim the names announced were not actual paying members. Lawyers believe the true number of victims is higher.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:47 WIB
Fact check: Indonesia has not officially left the World Bank and IMF
A YouTube video claiming that Indonesia has officially left the World Bank and IMF is false. The video misrepresents Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa's remarks about the World Bank's economic growth projection for Indonesia. Indonesia remains a member of the IMF and has not withdrawn from either institution.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:45 WIB
Hoax! Directorate General of Taxes will not collect tax in certain jogging areas
A viral Facebook post claiming that Indonesia's Directorate General of Taxes (DJP) would impose a tax on people jogging in certain areas has been debunked as disinformation. The DJP clarified that sports activities such as running are not taxed, though value-added tax does apply to paid digital services like premium features on fitness apps such as Strava. Users of free fitness apps can continue jogging without any tax on the activity itself.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:44 WIB
Fact check: Prabowo did not appoint Haji Isam as forest fire coordinator in Kalimantan
A viral Facebook post claiming President Prabowo Subianto appointed businessman Haji Isam to lead forest and land fire handling in South Kalimantan has been debunked. State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi confirmed the information is false, stating that the central government has assigned minister-level officials to manage the fires. The government has deployed 12,880 personnel and prioritised six provinces, including South Kalimantan, in its fire control efforts.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:40 WIB
Hoax! Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar resigns
A Facebook post claiming that Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar had resigned from his position has been debunked by the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The ministry's Head of Public Relations and Public Communication Bureau, Thobib Al Asyhar, confirmed that the information was false and that Umar never submitted a resignation letter to President Prabowo Subianto. The claim that Umar resigned on 26 August 2026 is categorised as a hoax.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:39 WIB
Hoax! Video of large demonstration in Jakarta on 27 August 2026
A viral Facebook video claiming to show a large demonstration in Jakarta on 27 August 2026 has been debunked as a hoax. The footage was actually recorded in Karbala, Iraq, during Ashura rituals in July 2026. While a protest did occur outside the Indonesian parliament on that date, it dispersed peacefully after demonstrators received a commitment regarding the Asset Forfeiture Bill.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:38 WIB
Fact check: Prabowo did not declare 28 August a national holiday for the August 2025 riots
A Facebook infographic claiming President Prabowo Subianto declared 28 August 2026 a collective leave day to commemorate the August 2025 riots is false. The official 2026 national holiday and collective leave schedule does not include that date. No official information supports the claim.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:37 WIB
Hoax! Video of Jakarta ablaze during 27 August demonstration
A viral video claiming to show a massive demonstration in Jakarta on 27 August 2026 has been debunked as false. The footage actually depicts crowds celebrating Persib Bandung's Liga 1 victory on the Pasupati flyover in May 2025. The fact-check confirms the video is unrelated to the actual protest outside the DPR/MPR building, where demonstrators pressed for the Asset Forfeiture Bill.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:36 WIB
Hoax! Video of seven flag-raising squad members dying after 17 August ceremony
A Facebook post claiming that seven Paskibra members died after the 17 August ceremony has been debunked as a hoax. The video link instead directs users to a phishing page requesting personal data. The accompanying photo is from a 2016 incident in Pematang Siantar where flag-raisers cried after initially failing to hoist the flag.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:30 WIB
Anticipating Peak Dry Season, Ministry of Forestry Translocates 3 Orangutans in West Kalimantan
The Ministry of Forestry, through the West Kalimantan Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA), has translocated three Bornean orangutans from Ketapang Regency to Gunung Palung National Park to protect them from the impacts of the peak dry season and habitat disturbance. The animals were declared healthy and ready for release following medical examinations. Authorities are also preparing to relocate a fourth orangutan reported near a plantation in North Kayong Regency.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:10 WIB
Traders on Subang-Bandung Route Removed by Satpol PP Despite Receiving Compensation
The West Java Civil Service Police Unit (Satpol PP) has taken enforcement action against traders along the Subang-Bandung route who continued selling despite having received compensation and agreeing to vacate the area. The traders were operating on road verges, pavements and other public facilities pending completion of new designated trading premises. Confiscated goods may be reclaimed after owners sign an official undertaking not to repeat the violation.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 02:09 WIB
Crowd Still Gathered at Slipi Flyover in the Early Hours
Demonstrators remained gathered near the DPR building in Senayan, Jakarta, into the early hours of Friday morning. The crowd was spread around the Slipi and Pejompongan flyovers, with objects set alight on the road. Police remained on standby near the Ministry of Forestry building.
Fri, 28 Aug 2026, 01:50 WIB
Suspected Suicide: Civil Servant in Indramayu Found Hanged at Home Still Wearing Official Uniform
A civil servant in Indramayu, West Java, was found dead by hanging at his two-storey residence on Monday evening, still wearing his official khaki uniform. The victim had reportedly expressed suicidal intentions several times before the incident, prompting family members to ask a friend to check on him after he became uncontactable. Police are investigating the suspected suicide.