Archive: 7 September 2026
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Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:42 WIB
Pertamina sanctions 105 rogue petrol stations in Bali
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has sanctioned 105 petrol station operators in Bali between January and early September 2026, mostly for irregularities in the distribution of subsidised fuel. Bali recorded the highest number of violations in the East Java, Bali and Nusa Tenggara region, with sanctions ranging from warnings to termination of business relationships.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:42 WIB
Cattle Truck Crashes in Lebak, Two Animals Forced to Be Slaughtered at the Scene
A livestock truck carrying eight cattle crashed on Jalan Ir Sutami in Lebak Regency, Banten, after a lorry travelling in the opposite direction allegedly veered into its lane. Six cattle escaped into nearby residential areas, while two had to be slaughtered at the scene due to severe injuries. Police are investigating the incident.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:41 WIB
KPK Extends Mohamad Haniv's Detention in Tax Gratuification Case
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has extended the detention of former tax office chief Mohamad Haniv by 40 days as investigators complete the case file. Haniv, who led the Banten and Special Jakarta regional tax offices, is alleged to have received at least Rp20.7 billion in gratuities, including sponsorship money for his child's fashion show and foreign currency deliveries.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:41 WIB
Home Minister Tito Karnavian Rebukes NTT Regional Governments Over Slow Disaster Budget Disbursement
Home Minister Tito Karnavian has reported to President Prabowo Subianto that regional governments in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) have been slow in disbursing Presidential Assistance worth Rp200 billion for disaster relief. Whilst the NTT provincial government has spent 43.23% of its allocation, districts such as Sikka have realised only 1.75%, prompting the ministry to deploy inspection teams to accelerate the process.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:40 WIB
Far-Right AfD Wins Landslide in Germany, Threatening Immigrants and Muslims
The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) achieved its best-ever result, winning 43.8% of the vote in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, more than doubling its 2021 share. However, the party lacks the three seats needed for an absolute majority and struggles to find coalition partners, as most German parties refuse to work with it. The party's platform centres on nationalism, euroscepticism, anti-immigration policies, and a hardline stance on Islam.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:38 WIB
Prabowo orders rice aid to continue through December 2026
President Prabowo Subianto has ordered his ministers to prepare continued rice assistance for 33.2 million households in deciles 1 to 4, at 10 kg per family per month, extending through October, November and December 2026. The second phase of distribution, due to finish in September 2026, is being paid retroactively so recipients receive 30 kg of rice at once this month. The limited cabinet meeting also covered government readiness to face El Niño.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:36 WIB
TOBA Receives First Green Transition Equity Designation Issued by IDX - BCA Sekuritas
PT TBS Energi Utama Tbk (TOBA) has become the first Indonesian company to receive the Green Equity Transition designation from the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), effective 28 August 2026. The designation, based on audited FY2025 financials and an independent review by S&P Global Ratings, recognises the company's measurable shift towards a low-carbon economy, with 92% of its 2025-2030 capital commitments assessed as green. The move places TBS within a small global group of fewer than 20 listed companies holding such a designation.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:36 WIB
North Sumatra BPBD records 1,948 people affected by flooding in Medan City
The Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of North Sumatra recorded 1,948 people affected by flooding in Medan City on Monday. The floods struck three kelurahan in Medan Maimun District, with Sei Mati the worst hit. Local authorities have carried out evacuations and assessments, and floodwaters in several locations have begun to recede.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:35 WIB
AJMHT 2026: Pramono Urges the Press to Be a Critical Partner of Government
Some 754 journalistic works took part in the 52nd Mohammad Hoesni Thamrin Journalism Award (AJMHT) 2026, reflecting the press's strong attention to the capital's dynamics. Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung said the media should serve as a critical partner to the government in overseeing the city's development towards its target of joining the world's top 20 global cities by 2045. PWI Jaya has begun preparations for the 2027 award under the special theme of Jakarta's 500th anniversary, with plans to add a category for works published on social media.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:35 WIB
Tadpole Scheme in Online Lending Deemed Harmful to Borrowers, Here's the Explanation
The Tadpole repayment scheme in Indonesia's online lending (pinjol) industry has come under criticism for front-loading large instalments at the start of the loan period, disadvantaging borrowers who are already in financial need. Member of Commission XI Harris Turino and Celios economist Nailul Huda argue the scheme conflicts with consumer protection principles, though the Financial Services Authority (OJK) has already imposed restrictions on its use.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:35 WIB
M 7.7 Earthquake Damages Fishing Boats and Salt Ponds in Nagekeo, East Nusa Tenggara
The M 7.7 earthquake that struck Nagekeo, East Nusa Tenggara, damaged 104 fishing boats and pieces of fishing equipment, with preliminary losses estimated at Rp 800 million. The quake also damaged more than 100 hectares of salt ponds in Mbay 2, disrupting a sector that produces some 15,000 tonnes of salt annually for markets such as Surabaya and Palembang. Local officials are preparing a post-disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction document to secure central government assistance.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:35 WIB
PTBA Secures Rp 3.56 Trillion Himbara Loan — Here Is What It Is For
PT Bukit Asam (PTBA) has secured a Rp 3.56 trillion senior term loan commitment from state-owned banks (Himbara) to accelerate strategic projects, chiefly the Tanjung Enim-Kramasan railway and supporting coal logistics infrastructure. The funding comes as the company reported strong first-half 2026 results, with revenue up 8% year-on-year to Rp 22.03 trillion and net profit surging 218% to Rp 2.65 trillion.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:33 WIB
AI Against Disinformation, Defamation, and Hatred
The Indonesian government is intensifying efforts to combat disinformation, defamation and hate speech driven by misuse of social media and unethical AI, as deepfake incidents surge by as much as 1,400 percent in a single year. The authors argue that the same AI technology can be harnessed for detection, citing Indonesian hoax-detection models with over 90 percent accuracy, and propose a blockchain-based national content authenticity registry combined with automated risk scoring. They stress that regulation, digital literacy and cross-sector collaboration are essential to safeguard Indonesia's information sovereignty.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:32 WIB
Land Fire Across from Galuga Landfill in Bogor, Firefighters Respond
A fire broke out on land opposite the Galuga landfill (TPA) in Cibungbulang, Bogor, West Java, on Monday. Bogor Regency firefighters are still tackling the blaze, though vehicles have been unable to reach the source of the fire. The flames have not yet spread to the landfill itself, but crews remain on standby amid fears of the fire encroaching on the waste facility.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:31 WIB
Purbaya Reveals Rp 800 Billion per Year Is Enough to Pay Whoosh Debt
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa says a special mission vehicle under the Finance Ministry can generate around Rp 800 billion in annual net profit, sufficient to service the Jakarta-Bandung high-speed rail (Whoosh) debt. The transfer of management from Danantara to the Finance Ministry on 15 September 2026 involves no payment to Danantara, with the state taking over 60% of shares in the PSBI consortium. The debt has long weighed on the balance sheet of state-owned railway operator PT KAI.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:30 WIB
American People Suffer as Trump Loves War — Diesel Prices Soar
US diesel prices have hit a record high, with drivers paying an average of US$5.85 per gallon, nearly 60% higher than a year earlier, as wars in Ukraine and Iran cripple refining capacity. Analysts warn the surge will stoke inflation, with around 8% of global diesel supply disrupted by the Russian export ban and attacks around the Strait of Hormuz.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:30 WIB
National Police Hold Aman Nusa I and II Parade, Preparing Forces to Face Disasters and Public Order Disruptions
The Indonesian National Police (Polri) staged a troop parade in Cikeas, West Java, to prepare for the 2026 Aman Nusa I and II operations, which will address potential public security and order disruptions as well as natural disasters. Deputy Chief of Police Commissioner General Dedi Prasetyo, representing Chief Listyo Sigit Prabowo, highlighted that 1,730 natural disasters have struck Indonesia since January 2026, killing 397 people and displacing more than four million.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:28 WIB
Volcanic ash exposure can endanger people with respiratory diseases
A professor of pulmonology at the University of Indonesia has warned that volcanic ash poses serious risks to people with pre-existing lung conditions such as asthma and COPD, potentially triggering severe exacerbations. His comments come as several Indonesian volcanoes erupt in close succession, with ash from Mount Anak Krakatau detected spreading towards Banten, West Java, Lampung and Bengkulu.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:27 WIB
Purbaya denies plan to shift regional civil servants' payroll from BPD to Himbara banks
Minister of Finance Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has denied that the central government has any policy or plan to move the payroll of regional civil servants (ASN) from regional development banks (BPD) to state-owned Himbara banks. He said the transfer mechanism to regional governments remains unchanged, though he could not speak for decisions made by regional governments themselves.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:26 WIB
MPR: Efforts to Create Inclusive Campuses Must Be Realised Immediately
Deputy Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR RI) Lestari Moerdijat has called for inclusive higher education to be realised through concrete action rather than regulation alone. Data shows only about 2 per cent of Indonesia's 4,523 universities officially admit students with disabilities, whilst some 3,128 disabled students registered nationally are confined to just 282 campuses.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:26 WIB
HNW: A Century of Gontor Has Shaped the Nation's Journey
Deputy Speaker of the MPR Hidayat Nur Wahid said the centenary of Pondok Modern Darussalam Gontor has significantly influenced Indonesia's constitutional history, with Gontor alumni consistently holding MPR leadership posts since the Reformasi era. Speaking at a centenary celebration in Parliament's Nusantara IV building, he highlighted Gontor's contributions to national education policy and the strengthening of religious education through the Pesantren Law.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:25 WIB
Mayor of Palembang Reports 297 Forest and Land Fire Cases Up to September 2026
The Mayor of Palembang, Ratu Dewa, reported 297 cases of forest and land fires across the city from January to September 2026, with approximately 253 hectares of land burnt. Affected districts include Gandus, Kertapati, Alang-alang Lebar, Ilir Barat I and Sematang Borang. The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has supplied logistical aid, including protective equipment, hoses, pumps and water tanks, to strengthen firefighting efforts.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:25 WIB
Cikole Lembang Residents' Dream of a Smooth Road Finally Comes True
Residents of Kampung Cilumber in Cibogo Village, Lembang, West Bandung Regency, have finally seen the long-neglected Cilumber-Cikole road repaired after 12 years. Regent Jeje Ritchie Ismail inspected the works, which cover 1,385 metres of hotmix this year out of a total 3,075 metres, with the remainder to be completed in stages according to budget capacity. He pledged equitable infrastructure development across the whole regency, including remote areas.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:24 WIB
PLN to Add 10 MW of Generators to Overcome Power Supply Deficit in Manokwari
PLN UP3 Manokwari is deploying two 5-megawatt generators by November 2026 to address an electricity deficit after PT Conch Cement Indonesia's steam power plant supply fell from 13 MW to just 1 MW due to equipment failure. The shortfall has forced rolling blackouts across Manokwari and South Manokwari, where demand reaches some 37 MW. Local councillors are pressing both PLN and the cement firm for a long-term solution, including a planned substation in Warmare, Prafi and Masni.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:24 WIB
Cilegon intensifies water spraying to tackle volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau
The Cilegon city government has deployed fire engines to spray water along main roads in an effort to minimise the impact of volcanic ash following the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. Head of the Cilegon Fire and Rescue Service, Agus Ubaidillah, said the operation would continue until the ashfall subsides.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:22 WIB
IMT-GT in North Sumatra Hoped to Drive Concrete Action and Open New Investment Opportunities
A series of Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) events has begun in North Sumatra, with the Joint Business Council meeting held in Medan. Organisers hope the forum will transform cooperation into real investment and concrete business partnerships across key sectors. Ten Sumatran governors are also expected to sign a joint agreement during the series of events.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:20 WIB
PTBA strengthens diversification to build new sources of growth
PT Bukit Asam Tbk (PTBA) is expanding beyond coal into downstream processing and renewable energy, targeting around 20 per cent of total revenue from these businesses within four years. Its coal-to-DME and coal-to-SNG projects, both national strategic programmes, are being orchestrated by Danantara with Pertamina Group and PGN as off-takers, with construction of the DME project slated to begin next year.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:19 WIB
Jakarta residents begin hunting for masks in anticipation of volcanic ash effects
Residents of Jakarta have been buying up face masks at Pasar Pagi Asemka in West Jakarta amid concerns that volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau could reach the capital. Traders report rising demand and prices have doubled at some stalls, with distributor supplies beginning to thin.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:19 WIB
Viral Brawl on Ring Road in Condongcatur, Sleman — Here Is What Happened
An assault on Jalan Ring Road Utara in Condongcatur, Depok, Sleman went viral after being recorded by residents. The victim, identified as TAS (39), was punched once in the neck by a motorcyclist during a dispute over an allegedly stolen car, sustaining bruises and a damaged Samsung Z Fold 5. Police have urged the public not to take the law into their own hands on the roads.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:19 WIB
Gerindra Reminds AHY to Focus on Work: The Election Is Still Far Off
Gerindra's central leadership board has responded to Democratic Party chairman Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono's (AHY) speech touching on elections at the party's 25th anniversary, urging all coalition members to focus on governing rather than campaigning. Party spokesperson Sugiat Santoso noted the 2029 election remains distant and that the Democrats are part of the government. Meanwhile, Golkar deputy chairman Ahmad Doli Kurnia read AHY's gestures as a strong signal that he intends to be a contender in the next presidential election.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:17 WIB
Jakarta Implements Distance Learning as Schools Switch to Online Teaching
The Jakarta Provincial Government has implemented distance learning (PJJ) across all educational units from Monday (7/9/2026) until further notice. The measure anticipates the spread of volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau detected over the Jakarta area, with face-to-face teaching temporarily moved online. Authorities will continue to evaluate the policy based on air quality and ash dispersion conditions.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:17 WIB
Public Order Agency Summons Building Owners on Subak Munggu Protected Rice Land
Badung Regency's Public Order Agency (Satpol PP) has summoned seven building owners in the Subak Munggu area of Mengwi, Bali, for constructing on protected rice field and sustainable food agriculture land. Four owners have attended for clarification, none could produce building permits, and the agency is pursuing graduated sanctions ahead of a possible sealing or demolition decision by the regent.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:17 WIB
Purbaya Denies Civil Servant Payroll Will Move to Himbara: 'There Is No Such Plan'
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has denied rumours that civil servant payroll payments would shift from regional development banks (BPD) to state-owned banks (Himbara). The issue surfaced after a union representing BPD workers told parliament the move could trigger mass redundancies and hit regional economies. Purbaya said the central government has no such policy and salary disbursement continues as usual.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:17 WIB
Wiping Away Survivors' Tears: Muhammadiyah Delivers Operational Aid and 1,400 Rendang Packages
Muhammadiyah, through its disaster management arm MDMC and Lazismu, has delivered operational support and 1,400 rendang packages to earthquake survivors in East Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara. The organisation has also deployed a WHO-standard field hospital staffed by its Emergency Medical Team, as local authorities report thousands of damaged homes and widespread destruction of health and education facilities.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:16 WIB
Drunk Man Caught Urinating in Bogor City Square Fined Rp 1 Million
Bogor Deputy Mayor Jenal Mutaqin caught a drunk man urinating in the Bogor City Square and ordered him to clean the park, alongside a fine of up to Rp 1 million. The incident occurred whilst the deputy mayor was spraying volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau off public facilities. He urged residents to help look after the square, which has long been plagued by the smell of urine.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:16 WIB
After East Nusa Tenggara Earthquake, Tito Urges Swift Use of Rp200 Billion Emergency Budget
Minister of Home Affairs Muhammad Tito Karnavian has urged regional heads in East Nusa Tenggara to accelerate the disbursement of Rp200 billion in additional Unexpected Expenditure (BTT) funds provided by President Prabowo Subianto for post-earthquake recovery. He highlighted slow spending in several affected areas and said the Home Affairs Ministry has dispatched teams to assist with realisation, whilst noting that basic infrastructure in the province has largely resumed functioning.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:16 WIB
Ebola Cases in Congo Rise to 6,604
Confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo have risen to 6,604, with 3,175 deaths reported since the outbreak began. Health workers in Ituri and North Kivu suggest official figures may understate the true toll. The WHO has sent 70,000 doses of the Ervebo vaccine, which laboratory data indicate may offer protection against the Bundibugyo strain.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:12 WIB
OKU disaster agency deploys two water tanker trucks to extinguish forest and land fires in five villages
The Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) of Ogan Komering Ulu Regency, South Sumatra, deployed two water tanker trucks to tackle forest and land fires across five villages in Lubuk Batang District. The blazes, detected via the SiPongi application on Sunday, were fully extinguished by the following morning, with joint teams remaining on site to cool the areas and prevent flare-ups.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:12 WIB
TAUD Says Andrie Yunus Victimised Twice, Highlights Stalled Military Court Reform
The Advocacy Team for Democracy (TAUD) says acid attack victim and KontraS activist Andrie Yunus has been victimised twice: first by the near-fatal attack itself, and second by a flawed military court process. Lawyer Hussein Ahmad called for reform of the Military Court Law, urging the Constitutional Court to rule on Andrie's judicial review challenge and for police oversight bodies to press ahead with the ongoing investigation.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:11 WIB
ASI Survey Reveals Three Issues Relatively Well Handled by Prabowo-Gibran Government
A national survey by Arus Survei Indonesia (ASI) found that public satisfaction with the Prabowo-Gibran administration is relatively high on three issues: corruption eradication, freedom of expression, and poverty. However, satisfaction was far lower on job availability and the high price of basic goods, with large majorities dissatisfied. Overall satisfaction with President Prabowo Subianto's performance stood at 57.6 per cent.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:11 WIB
KAI prepares electrification of commuter rail line to Cigombong, Bogor Regency
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) is preparing to electrify the rail line to Cigombong Station in Bogor Regency as the first stage of extending electric commuter train (KRL) services towards Sukabumi. The announcement came as Bogor Station now serves around 130,000 KRL passengers daily, up from about 100,000 a year earlier, prompting KAI to boost station capacity.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:10 WIB
Bank Mandiri: Rp6.16 Trillion Interim Dividend Reflects Confidence in Fundamentals
PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk is distributing an interim dividend of Rp66 per share, totalling Rp6.16 trillion, for the 2026 financial year, bringing total dividends for calendar year 2026 to around Rp50.63 trillion. Finance and Strategy Director Novita Widya Anggraini said the payout reflects solid financial performance and sound capital and liquidity positions. The bank's lending grew 17.6 per cent year on year to Rp1,592 trillion, with net profit up 22.3 per cent to Rp37.5 trillion.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:10 WIB
Israeli Air Strike on Kfar Rumman, Lebanon: 11 Dead Including Infants and Medics
An Israeli air strike on a residential building in Kfar Rumman, southern Lebanon, killed at least 11 people, including two infants and two medics. The strike completely destroyed a three-storey building, and further attacks were reported in Nabatieh al-Fawqa and Arab Salim.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:10 WIB
Deadly Bus Crash into Ravine Kills 25 Schoolchildren
A bus carrying schoolchildren on a field trip plunged off a cliff on the island of Fogo in Cabo Verde, killing at least 25 people, most of them schoolchildren and teenagers. The island nation's president declared two days of national mourning, describing the loss as irreparable, whilst authorities continue to investigate the cause of the accident.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:09 WIB
On Alert! Mount Anak Krakatau Remains at Level III Watch Status
Mount Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait remains at Level III (Standby/Watch) status following recommendations from the Centre for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation (PVMBG). Residents and tourists are barred from approaching within three kilometres of the volcano, and the heightened activity has noticeably dampened visitor numbers at Carita Beach in Banten, though operators remain optimistic about a recovery.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:09 WIB
National Police prioritise dialogue with communities to resolve agrarian conflicts
The Head of the National Police Criminal Investigation Department, Commissioner General Syahardiantono, has affirmed the police's commitment to prioritising dialogue, mediation and communication with communities in resolving agrarian conflicts. Speaking after a working committee meeting with the DPR's Legislative Body at the Senayan Parliament complex in Jakarta, he also pledged engagement with various parties, including ministries and companies.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:08 WIB
Anticipating volcanic ash spread, police distribute masks in West Jakarta
West Jakarta Metro Police have handed out thousands of free masks to road users at ten busy junctions to protect against volcanic ash from the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. The West Jakarta municipal government has also deployed fire engines to spray water mist across areas including Kota Tua, Tomang and Kembangan to reduce airborne dust.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:08 WIB
Daop 6 carries out rail track maintenance on HOS Cokroaminoto to improve safety
PT KAI's Daerah Operasi 6 Yogyakarta is carrying out track geometry maintenance and installing a Concrete Level Crossing (CLC) at level crossing JPL 739 on Jalan HOS Cokroaminoto in Yogyakarta. The two-stage works, running from 8 to 13 September, involve partial and full road closures, with the railway operator coordinating with the local transport agency and police to manage traffic.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:08 WIB
TNI Speaks Out on Appeal in Andrie Yunus Case
The Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) has declined to confirm whether an appeal will be lodged against a military high court ruling that reduced the sentences of two soldiers convicted of pouring acid on Andrie Yunus. TNI maintains that any appeal decision rests with the military justice system, which falls institutionally under the Supreme Court. The reduced sentences and the annulment of their dishonourable discharge have drawn scrutiny.
Mon, 07 Sep 2026, 20:07 WIB
Why Bogor KRL Services Are Being Reduced Until the End of the Month
KAI Commuter is reducing services on the Bogor–Jakarta Kota commuter line route from 7 to 30 September 2026, cancelling twelve scheduled trips. The company says the adjustment is needed to match the number of trains available whilst rolling stock undergoes intensive maintenance. Passengers are advised to check the latest travel information and adjust their journeys accordingly.