Archive: 3 September 2026
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Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:18 WIB
Forest Fires Near IKN: Allegations of Arson for Palm Oil Expansion
A forest and land fire has occurred near the Samboja Special Purpose Forest Area in East Kalimantan, located just 20 metres from the boundary of the New Capital City (IKN) zone. Authorities suspect the fire was intentionally set to clear land for palm oil plantations, noting that vegetation had been piled up in preparation for burning.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:17 WIB
Sade Traditional Village Houses in Central Lombok Begin Reconstruction Following Fire
The reconstruction of the Sasak traditional houses and the Sade Mosque in Central Lombok has officially commenced following a devastating fire. Local authorities and the Governor of NTB have called for transparency in managing donations to ensure the cultural heritage site is restored for future generations.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:16 WIB
Two artifacts from Dieng proposed for national cultural status
The Mangulihi Inscription and Nandisawahanamurti Statue from Dieng have been submitted for national cultural heritage status to recognise their historical and intellectual significance. The proposal is part of a broader effort by the Culture Ministry to revitalise and protect Indonesia's vast array of heritage sites through improved security and information systems.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:16 WIB
East Nusa Tenggara Police Chief Inspects Homes of Personnel Affected by Manggarai Earthquake
The East Nusa Tenggara Regional Police Chief, Inspector General Rudi Darmoko, visited Manggarai to assess the damage to the homes of police personnel following a recent earthquake. During the visit, aid for house renovations and essential supplies were distributed to affected officers and local residents.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:15 WIB
Lawmaker urges RI govt to expand patrols to monitor foreigners
A lawmaker has called on the Indonesian government to expand immigration patrols beyond Bali to other regions frequently visited by international tourists. The proposal emphasises the need for strict yet humane enforcement to ensure foreign nationals comply with stay-permit requirements and local regulations.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:15 WIB
Not from the State Budget: Revenue Sources for the Special Business Entity in the Oil and Gas Bill
The proposed Oil and Gas Bill outlines that the Special Business Entity (BUK Migas) will not rely on the State Budget for its operations. Instead, its revenue will be derived from upstream business activities and the management of state-owned assets.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:14 WIB
Accelerating Subsidised Housing Finance for Civil Servants, BSI Promotes FLPP KPR Sejahtera Distribution within Ministry of Religious Affairs
PT Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) is intensifying its efforts to provide affordable housing through the FLPP scheme for employees of the Ministry of Religious Affairs. The bank has achieved 70% of its 2_026 target for FLPP units, demonstrating its commitment to supporting national housing programmes and inclusive financial services.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:14 WIB
Sade Village Begins Reconstruction; Indigenous Villagers Perform Traditional Ceremony
Residents of the Sade Indigenous Village in Central Lombok have commenced the reconstruction of traditional Sasak houses and the local mosque following a devastating fire. The ceremony, known as 'Nyemulak', marks the beginning of a rebuilding effort supported by donors and local government officials.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:14 WIB
Head of National Nutrition Agency Regarding Sidoarjo Food Poisoning: This is Deliberate Negligence
The Head of the National Nutrition Agency, Sudaryono, has labelled the mass food poisoning incident involving the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme in Sidoarjo as deliberate negligence. He warned that those found responsible could face dismissal and criminal prosecution following the incident that affected hundreds of students.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:13 WIB
Police Name Three Suspects in Billions of Rupiah TikTok Balance Embezzlement Case Involving Vilmei
The Bekasi City Metropolitan Police have detained three individuals suspected of embezzling over Rp 1.28 billion from content creator Vilmei's TikTok account. One of the suspects, an employee, allegedly misused account access to divert funds from affiliate programmes and digital gifts into private accounts.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:13 WIB
Prabowo Scheduled to Meet Putin in Vladivostok Today for Business Breakfast Ahead of Speech
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Vladivostok during the 11th Eastern Economic Forum. The meeting, structured as a business breakfast, aims to strengthen economic ties in sectors such as energy, trade, and investment.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:12 WIB
Andre Rosiade Addresses Pariaman Fishermen's Aspirations, Donates Ambulance to Residents
The Deputy Chairman of Commission VI of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Andre Rosiade, has donated an ambulance to the Riak Laut Fishermen's Group and the Al Hidayah Riak Laut Foundation in Pariaman. The donation aims to improve emergency medical access for coastal communities who have previously struggled with transportation during health crises.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:12 WIB
Smoke disrupts flights at East Kalimantan's Melalan Airport
Flight operations at Melalan Airport in East Kalimantan have been suspended from 1 to 5 September 2026 due to extremely low visibility caused by thick smoke. The disruption affects commercial carriers such as Wings Air and Smart Aviation, as well as private charter flights, following safety guidelines from the Ministry of Transportation.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:10 WIB
Ministry repairs quake-damaged houses of worship in Flores
The Indonesian Ministry is undertaking reconstruction efforts for several houses of worship in East Nusa Tenggara following earthquake damage. The project involves repairing the St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and the Nurul Huda Reo Mosque, with a focus on structural safety and the preservation of local community wisdom.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:10 WIB
Purbaya Tightens Regulations for Tax Consultant Practices, Here are the Details!
The Indonesian Ministry of Finance has issued a new regulation, PMK Number 55 of 2026, to strengthen the professionalism and oversight of tax consultants. The new policy expands the scope of regulation to include third parties acting as authorised representatives for taxpayers and introduces stricter transparency and conflict-of-interest measures.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:09 WIB
Pramono Targets Hotels and Cafes for Illegal Waste Disposal
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has announced plans to crack down on hotels, restaurants, and cafes involved in irresponsible waste disposal. The initiative aims to hold both service providers and clients accountable to prevent illegal dumping across the capital.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:09 WIB
TransJakarta Bus Collides with Another TransJakarta Bus in Pancoran, Passengers Evacuated
A collision involving two TransJakarta buses operated by Mayasari Bakti occurred in the Pancoran area of South Jakarta this morning. While passengers were evacuated to the Tegal Parang station, no injuries or fatalities were reported.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:09 WIB
Dumai Naval Base hunts boatman who smuggled 16 people from Malaysia
The Dumai Naval Base is currently pursuing a boatman who smuggled 16 individuals, including Indonesian migrant workers and Bangladeshi nationals, from Malaysia to Dumai. Authorities have detained the passengers, who reportedly paid between 6.5 million and 9.5 million rupiah each for the illegal journey, and are coordinating with immigration offices for further processing.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:08 WIB
KPK Oversees Improvements at ASDP Following Corruption Allegations
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is actively monitoring governance reforms within PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) following recent corruption investigations. The anti-corruption agency is focusing on mitigating risks in vessel procurement, fleet management, and passenger manifest integration to ensure concrete systemic changes.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:07 WIB
Indonesia charges two Chinese nationals over illegal gold mining
Indonesian forestry law enforcement authorities have named two Chinese nationals as suspects in an illegal gold mining operation discovered in North Sulawesi. The suspects face significant prison sentences and heavy fines as the government intensifies efforts to protect forest areas and safeguard state revenue from environmental damage.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:06 WIB
Patrols tightened to protect South Sumatra's elephant habitats: BKSDA
The South Sumatra Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) has established seven 24-hour fire-control posts in the Padang Sugihan Wildlife Reserve to prevent forest fires. These measures aim to protect critical elephant habitats and ensure the well-being of wildlife during the dry season.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:06 WIB
Bank Mandiri Introduces Rp28 Livin' Berbagi for Field Workers
Bank Mandiri has launched the 'Livin' Mandiri Berbagi' programme to celebrate its 28th anniversary by providing food and drink packages to field workers. The initiative allows customers to obtain these packages through a Rp28 transaction using the QR Bayar feature on the Livin' by Mandiri application.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:06 WIB
Still Haven't Received PKH and BPNT for Phase III 2026? Check Your Status Now!
The Indonesian Ministry of Social Affairs has begun the distribution of the third phase of social assistance, including PKH and BPNT, for 2026. While millions have already received their funds, some recipients may face delays or exclusions due to data updates or indicators of online gambling involvement.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:05 WIB
Indonesia, Russia discuss closer defense cooperation
Indonesian Defence Minister Sjafrie Sariaatmadja has met with Russian officials to discuss strengthening bilateral defence ties. The discussions focused on various forms of military cooperation, including personnel exchanges, joint exercises, and special forces training.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:05 WIB
Connecting Karet Station and BNI City: KAI Properti to Build Pedestrian Link
KAI Properti has commenced the construction of a 250-metre pedestrian walkway to integrate the Karet and BNI City station areas. The project, which is expected to take seven months, will feature travelators and improved access points to enhance commuter mobility in Jakarta.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:05 WIB
Dumping-Priced Imports Continue to Flood Indonesia, Exploiting Regulatory Loopholes
The Indonesian Anti-Dumping Committee (KADI) has identified significant loopholes in the nation's trade protection system, specifically regarding circumvention practices. The committee is currently working on new government regulations to prevent importers from bypassing anti-dumping duties through methods such as misclassifying goods or using third-party countries.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:04 WIB
UNICEF: 1 in 5 Youths Targeted by Online Sexual Abuse
A new UNICEF report reveals that one in five young people aged 12 to 17 have been targeted by online sexual abuse, with many perpetrators being known to their victims. The findings highlight the urgent need for stronger digital regulations and platform protections, as several countries consider age limits for social media use.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:04 WIB
Environment Ministry takes legal action on 21 firms over forest fires
The Indonesian Environment Ministry has initiated legal enforcement against 21 companies following widespread forest fires across several provinces. Investigators are currently conducting field verifications and sealing affected sites, which cover a total area of over 11,000 hectares.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:04 WIB
Jakarta Provincial Government Relocates 614 Street Vendors in Kramat Jati, Offers Six-Month Retribution Waiver
The Jakarta Provincial Government has successfully relocated 614 street vendors from the Kramat Jati area to new designated sites to restore public space functionality. To support the transition, the government is providing a six-month exemption from market retribution fees and is exploring the formation of cooperatives to strengthen the traders' supply chains.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:04 WIB
Brantas Abipraya Cuts 29 Entities to Refocus on Contracting Business
PT Brantas Abipraya is set to complete the reduction of 29 of its business entities as part of a strategic transformation. The move aims to streamline the company's structure and refocus its operations on its core contracting business.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:03 WIB
Central Kalimantan Declares Emergency Status for Forest and Land Fires, Deploying Civil Servants and Volunteers
The Central Kalimantan Provincial Government has officially declared an emergency response status for forest and land fires for 2026. Governor Agustiar Sabran has mobilised civil servants, volunteers, and security forces to strengthen field operations and ensure rapid response to fire outbreaks.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:01 WIB
Jakarta Provincial Government Completes Construction Beneath Manggarai LRT Track Before Inauguration
The Jakarta Provincial Government is focusing on finishing construction work beneath the Manggarai LRT track ahead of the route's official launch. The Governor has also announced a promotional fare of Rp 8 during the trial period to socialise the service with the public.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:01 WIB
Social Assistance Recipient Data Continues to be Updated, Ministry of Social Affairs Awaits Validation
The Indonesian Ministry of Social Affairs is currently synchronising and verifying social assistance recipient data in collaboration with BPS and BKKBN. The process follows the discovery of over 1.4 million recipients whose data shows indications of links to online gambling activities.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:00 WIB
DPR Commission I Member Urges Anti-Espionage Bill to Protect Sovereignty
Nurul Arifin, a member of the DPR's Commission I from the Golkar Party, is pushing for the Anti-Espionage Bill to be included in the National Legislation Programme (Prolegnas) Priority. The move aims to address legal loopholes regarding both conventional and modern digital espionage to safeguard Indonesia's national security.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 11:00 WIB
Telkom Indonesia (TLKM) Profit Rises to Rp 10.6 Trillion in First Half of 2026
State-owned telecommunications giant PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk reported a net profit of Rp 10.6 trillion for the first half of 2026, marking a 1.4% increase year-on-year. The growth was primarily driven by mobile business monetisation and strict cost discipline, despite a slight decline in net profit margins.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:58 WIB
Bank Indonesia stresses stability for investment at G20 FMCBG meeting
During the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors meeting in the United States, Bank Indonesia emphasised the importance of economic stability and policy certainty to attract investment. The central bank outlined its strategy to manage global uncertainty through anchored inflation, an adaptive monetary policy mix, and transparent communication.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:55 WIB
Indonesia Targets 3.49 Million Job Creations in 2027
The Indonesian parliament and government have agreed on macro assumptions for the 2027 State Budget, including a job creation target of up to 3.59 million opportunities. The plan also outlines key economic indicators such as a 6.0 per cent economic growth target and a projected inflation rate of 2.5 per cent.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:55 WIB
Komdigi: Any Disappearance of Pejompongan Content is a Platform Initiative
The Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) has denied allegations of requesting the removal of videos related to the Pejompongan case. Officials clarified that any content takedowns are executed independently by digital platforms based on their own community guidelines.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:54 WIB
North Jakarta Civil Service Police Enforce Order by Removing Hundreds of Illegal Advertisements
The North Jakarta Civil Service Police (Satpol PP) have removed 163 pieces of promotional material, including banners and flags, that were found to be damaged or illegally installed. The operation aims to improve urban aesthetics and support the 'Clean Indonesia Movement' across several districts.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:53 WIB
F-16 Fighter Jets from Roesmin Nurjadin Airbase Conduct Aerial Patrols to Monitor Forest Fires
The Roesmin Nurjadin Air Force Base has deployed F-16 fighter jets to conduct daily aerial surveillance to monitor forest and land fire hotspots in Riau Province. This initiative aims to provide real-time data to coordinate rapid responses between the military, local authorities, and disaster management agencies.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:50 WIB
Labour Minister hopes Labour Protection Bill will produce fair regulations
The Minister of Manpower, Yassierli, has expressed hope that the proposed Labour Protection Bill will create a more equitable regulatory framework for both industry and workers. The Ministry is actively seeking input from various stakeholders, including business owners and labour unions, to ensure the legislation supports national development.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:50 WIB
Two Crew Members Dead Following Ship Fire, Vessel Reported Sunk with Chemical Spill
A chemical transport vessel, LCT Legenda Nusantara 699, has sunk in the Kabaena waters of Southeast Sulawesi following a fire. The incident resulted in two fatalities and a significant chemical spill into the marine environment.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:50 WIB
Secrets of Ancient Supernovae Millions of Years Old Reside in Moon Dust
Scientists have developed a new mathematical model to decode the history of ancient supernovae preserved in lunar dust. By accounting for the mixing effects of 'impact gardening', the model allows researchers to reconstruct cosmic events spanning over 100 million years.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:50 WIB
Jakarta Air Quality Worsens, Health Office Urges Residents to Wear Masks
The Jakarta Health Office has advised vulnerable groups to minimise outdoor activities and wear masks due to deteriorating air quality in the capital. High levels of PM2.5 pollutants have been recorded, prompting health officials to warn of increased risks of respiratory infections.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:50 WIB
PANRB Drafts New Regulations: Public Service Standards Based on Life Events
The Ministry of Administrative and Bureaucratic Reform (PANRB) is developing a new policy to integrate public services based on human life events. This initiative aims to streamline various administrative processes by focusing on the user's journey and needs rather than fragmented departmental procedures.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:49 WIB
Reconstruction Begins for Lombok's Sade Traditional Village Following Devastating Fire
The reconstruction of the Sade Traditional Village in Central Lombok has officially commenced with the 'Nyemulak' ceremony, marking the laying of the first foundation pillars. The project aims to rebuild Sasak traditional houses and the local mosque that were destroyed in a recent fire.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:48 WIB
Police Dismantle Tramadol Distribution Syndicate in Central Jakarta, Major Drug Lord Arrested
The Metro Jaya Regional Police have successfully apprehended a major drug lord, identified by the initials RS, in Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta. The arrest follows an ongoing investigation into the illegal distribution of dangerous prescription drugs, which has already led to the seizure of hundreds of thousands of tablets.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:47 WIB
JCI Opens Higher by 0.56 Per Cent as Investors Monitor Global Sentiment
The Indonesia Composite Index (JCI) opened with gains on Thursday as market participants weighed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and US economic data. Investors are also closely monitoring the Indonesian government's ambitious 6.0 per cent economic growth target set for the 2027 state budget.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:47 WIB
Overseeing BKPM Budget, Jalal Abdul Nasir Urges Investment Expansion Beyond Mining and Coal Sectors
Member of Parliament Jalal Abdul Nasir has called for the careful monitoring of the Ministry of Investment and Downstreaming/BKPM's proposed budget increase for 2027. He emphasised the need to diversify investment into sectors such as agriculture, tourism, and renewable energy to ensure more equitable economic growth.
Thu, 03 Sep 2026, 10:46 WIB
Macao Economic, Trade, and Tourism Investment Promotion Seminar Convened in Jakarta
The Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region held an investment promotion seminar in Jakarta to strengthen multi-dimensional cooperation between Macao and Indonesia. The event facilitated over 80 cooperation agreements across sectors such as tourism, healthcare, and high-tech, aiming to leverage the Belt and Road Initiative for mutual economic growth.