Archive: 8 September 2026
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Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 04:33 WIB
Prabowo orders more aircraft, drones to fight forest fires
President Prabowo Subianto has ordered the procurement of heavy-lift drones, additional water-bombing helicopters, and more aircraft for weather modification to combat forest and land fires across Indonesia. Speaking at a virtual cabinet meeting, he instructed senior ministers to prioritise disaster mitigation assets, station localised firefighting equipment in fire-prone villages, and tasked BRIN with identifying efficient cloud-seeding chemical agents. He also highlighted Indonesia's first aircraft carrier, capable of hosting ten medium-sized helicopters, as a post-disaster management asset.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 04:30 WIB
Water Bombing Helicopter Deployed to Extinguish Wildfires on Mount Ijen
A water bombing helicopter previously used to tackle wildfires on Mount Semeru has been redeployed to Mount Ijen following a request from the Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) and an emergency declaration by the Banyuwangi Regent. The fire has so far affected an estimated 20 hectares, with operations hampered by steep cliffs and strong winds. The helicopter was grounded on Monday for routine maintenance and is expected to resume operations on Tuesday.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 04:28 WIB
Mount Anak Krakatau ash delays 624 flights at Soekarno-Hatta Airport
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau disrupted 624 flights at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, affecting some 75,236 passengers across domestic, international and cargo services. AirNav Indonesia extended the temporary closure of the airport's airspace, with Garuda Indonesia suspending operations, whilst airport management deployed free overland buses to major Javanese cities and set up recovery services including food distribution and a temporary rest area.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 04:06 WIB
Jakarta airport and others reopen after volcanic ash crisis
Indonesia has reopened Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta airport and four other hubs after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau forced eight airports to close, disrupting nearly 3,000 flights and stranding more than 340,000 passengers. Two of the original eight airports remain shut, whilst airlines work to clear the backlog of delayed travellers. The Transport Ministry had prepared six alternative airports during the closures.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 04:01 WIB
Head of National Nutrition Agency Temporarily Closes 1,999 MBG Kitchens Unregistered for Hygiene Certification
The head of the National Nutrition Agency (BGN), Sudaryono, has ordered the temporary closure of 1,999 SPPG kitchens that failed to register for the Hygiene and Sanitation Feasibility Certificate (SLHS) with local health offices. The figure was identified following verification and coordination with the Ministry of Health, reducing the total number of active kitchens from 27,485 to 27,022. The closures are intended to allow further investigation and to safeguard the quality and safety of the Free Nutritious Meals programme.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 03:30 WIB
Krakatau Eruption Forces Flight Cancellations, Police Step Up Airport Security
Police at Soekarno-Hatta Airport have heightened security and monitoring following the cancellation of flights caused by the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. Eight airports, including Soetta, were closed due to volcanic ash, prompting the Transport Minister to prepare three alternative airports — Kertajati, Ahmad Yani and Juanda — for affected airlines.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 03:10 WIB
Bengkulu City Council Speaker and Deputy Speaker Skip KPK Examination, When Will They Be Recalled?
The speaker and first deputy speaker of the Bengkulu City Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), Herimanto and Rahmad, failed to appear for questioning by the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK). The summons relates to an expanded investigation into alleged bribery within the Rejang Lebong Regency administration that has now spread to Bengkulu City. The KPK says it will reschedule the examinations, as investigators need their testimony on project proposals, budgeting and alleged money flows.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 02:54 WIB
Besides Soetta, Pondok Cabe and Budiarto Airports Also Reopen
Pondok Cabe and Budiarto airports have resumed operations after closures caused by volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau, according to the Class I Main Airport Authority Office Region I. Soekarno-Hatta International, Halim Perdanakusuma and Husein Sastranegara airports had already reopened earlier, whilst three other airports remained shut until 10.00 local time.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 02:47 WIB
Anak Krakatau Disrupts Swedish Crown Princess, Business Forum Plans
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau forced airport closures, preventing Swedish Crown Princess Victoria and a high-level business delegation from attending a planned Sweden-Indonesia Sustainability Partnership forum in Jakarta. The Swedish embassy stressed the setback does not affect the growing bilateral partnership, with cooperation continuing in priority sectors such as forestry, mining, life science, and renewable energy. Bilateral trade reached $507 million in January-July 2026, with Swedish investment inflows totalling roughly $23.7 million in the first half of the year.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 02:37 WIB
MPR Leader Highlights Disaster Threats, Mitigation Must Be Strengthened
Deputy Speaker of the People's Consultative Assembly (MPR) Edhie Baskoro Yudhoyono has urged the government and society to strengthen disaster mitigation and preparedness across Indonesia. He cited recent earthquakes in East Nusa Tenggara, customary land fires in West Nusa Tenggara, drought in Java, and forest fires in Kalimantan, noting that disasters disrupt not only infrastructure but also transport, education and economic activity.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 02:30 WIB
Good Days According to the Balinese Calendar: Ala Ayuning Dewasa for 8 September 2026
The Balinese calendar for Anggara Pon Menail, Tuesday 8 September 2026, indicates that the day is favourable for building dams, beginning studies, and planting rice and maize, but unfavourable for digging wells or holding pawiwahan (wedding) ceremonies. Ala ayuning dewasa is a traditional system used by Hindus in Bali to determine auspicious days for customary and ritual activities.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 02:28 WIB
KPK Uncovers Flow of Mercedes-Benz Car to Bengkulu Councillor Vinna Ledy — Who Is the Giver?
Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has examined witnesses in a widening bribery investigation centred on Bengkulu, focusing on a Mercedes-Benz sedan purchased by private individual Eno Bowo Susilo and given to Bengkulu city councillor Vinna Ledy Anggraheni. The case is an extension of the probe that ensnared suspended Rejang Lebong Regent M Fikri Thobari, with earlier raids securing documents, electronic evidence and over Rp4 billion in cash.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 02:17 WIB
Several Regions in Indonesia Affected by Volcanic Ash and Forest Fire Smoke - Darilaut
Volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau, combined with prolonged forest and land fire smoke, has spread across several Indonesian regions, prompting airport closures as a safety precaution. Based on BMKG analysis, ash dispersal was detected at two atmospheric layers affecting Banten, West Java, Lampung and Bengkulu. Major airports including Soekarno-Hatta and Halim Perdanakusuma have been temporarily shut.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 02:14 WIB
Golkar Legislator: Asset Forfeiture Bill Will Not Be Used to Suppress Political Opponents
Golkar legislator Soedeson Tandra has assured the public that the Asset Forfeiture Bill (RUU Perampasan Aset) will not become a tool to pressure critics or opposition figures, as it targets organised crime. He said the bill will focus on deliberate financial crimes such as transfer pricing, tax evasion and double bookkeeping, rather than taxpayers making administrative errors.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 02:01 WIB
KPK Reveals Alleged Role of Pemalang Regent's Wife in Extortion Case
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) says Noor Faizah Maenofie, wife of Pemalang Regent Anom Widiyantoro, had knowledge of the alleged extortion case ensnaring her husband and may have prepared some of the cash involved. She failed to appear for questioning, and the KPK intends to reschedule her examination. Four suspects, including the regent, remain in detention while investigators continue tracing money flows and seized assets.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 01:57 WIB
71,000 Hectares of Forest and Land Fires in Six Provinces Extinguished, BNPB: Fires Still Threatening
BNPB reported that 71,274.29 hectares of forest and land fires across six provinces, including West Kalimantan, Riau and Jambi, have been extinguished. Around 734.81 hectares of peatland remain ablaze, while fires covering 458 hectares continue to burn near the Nusantara Capital (IKN) in East Kalimantan. Joint teams are continuing patrols based on satellite monitoring from the government and the Ministry of Forestry.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 01:49 WIB
Flights Affected by Anak Krakatau Eruption, Residents Shift to Land Travel
The eruption of Anak Krakatau in the Sunda Strait disrupted flights and pushed travellers towards land transport, prompting operators such as Juragan99 Trans to add extra services on the Malang/Surabaya–Jakarta/Bogor routes. Between 6 and 7 September, the company served 891 passengers across 52 departures. Its parent firm J99 Corp also distributed 500,000 face masks to communities exposed to volcanic ash.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 01:45 WIB
Expert Urges Asset Forfeiture Bill to Regulate Return of Wrongly Seized Property
Lawyer and legal observer Shri Hardjuno Wiwoho has urged the House of Representatives' Commission III to include clear mechanisms in the Asset Forfeiture Bill for returning blocked or seized assets when owners are proven innocent. Speaking at a public hearing, he warned that people cleared of suspect status often struggle to recover their assets and called for judicial oversight of seizures. He stressed that the law must protect legitimate asset holders, not only help the state pursue criminal proceeds.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 01:45 WIB
Attorney General's Office Asks Judge to Reject Lodewyk's Pre-Trial Motion: Asset Seizure Was Lawful
The Attorney General's Office has asked the South Jakarta District Court to dismiss former National Nutrition Agency deputy head Lodewyk Pusung's pre-trial challenge, arguing the seizure of his assets complied with the new Criminal Procedure Code. His lawyers allege the case was engineered, claiming he was arrested, searched, charged and detained within three working days without being questioned. Lodewyk is among seven suspects in an alleged corruption case involving the Free Nutritious Meal programme.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 01:32 WIB
PDIP Reports Hoax Linking Cadre Ellen Taroreh to Ojol Driver Melva During Protest
PDIP Jakarta's legal aid body has filed a police report against six social media accounts that falsely claimed party cadre Ellen Taroreh was Melva Pardede, the ojol driver who went viral during the 27 August protest outside the DPR building. The party insists Ellen is not Melva and wants Polda Metro Jaya to pursue legal action against those spreading the hoax.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 01:30 WIB
Prayer Times for Denpasar and Surrounding Areas, 8 September 2026
The Directorate General of Islamic Community Guidance at the Ministry of Religious Affairs has released the official prayer times for Denpasar and surrounding areas for Tuesday, 8 September 2026. The schedule covers the five obligatory prayers, helping Muslims avoid missing their appointed times of worship.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 01:21 WIB
Soekarno-Hatta Airport Reopens Early Tuesday
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport has resumed operations early on Tuesday after being closed due to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau. Halim Perdanakusuma in Jakarta and Husein Sastranegara in Bandung have also reopened. Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi had earlier extended the temporary closure of seven airports until 23:59 WIB on Monday, pending wind shifts carrying the ash away.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 01:15 WIB
Thousands of Palestinians Amputated Due to Israeli Attacks — Why Did Adidas Choose to Advertise an IDF Soldier?
Adidas is facing a wave of criticism and boycott calls after featuring a former Israeli soldier, who lost a leg during the 2021 Israel-Gaza conflict, in an advert for its in-store single-shoe service for people with disabilities. Campaigners, including the PACBI boycott coordinator, called the campaign an insult to Palestinians and accused the German sportswear giant of normalising Israeli crimes. The WHO estimates 5,000–6,000 Gaza residents have undergone amputations, whilst more than a thousand Palestinian athletes have been killed during the war.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:58 WIB
University Student Suspected Victim of Assault in Kalibata, South Jakarta
A 20-year-old university student, the son of a former Banser DKI Jakarta commander, was allegedly assaulted by a group of around eight people in Kalibata, Pancoran, South Jakarta on 26 August. The case has been reported to the South Jakarta Metro Police and elevated from inquiry to formal investigation. GP Ansor DKI Jakarta has called for concrete legal action, noting the availability of witnesses, evidence and CCTV footage.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:57 WIB
Anak Krakatau Eruption Disrupts 2,961 Flights, 341,000 Passengers Affected
The eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau has affected 2,961 domestic and international flights, with some 341,000 passengers impacted by cancellations, delays and diversions. The government has extended the temporary closure of seven airports around the volcano until late Monday, 7 September 2026, citing safety concerns over shifting winds and volcanic ash. Reopening awaits official assessments from the Darwin Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre and inspection of airport facilities and aircraft.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:43 WIB
IMT-GT opens new investment opportunities in North Sumatra
The 32nd Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) series, held in Medan on 7-10 September 2026, is expected to produce concrete actions and unlock new investment opportunities in North Sumatra. The Joint Business Council meeting aims to strengthen trilateral synergy and generate tangible business partnerships. A joint agreement among the ten governors of Sumatra is also due to be signed during the event.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:41 WIB
IMT-GT opens new investment opportunities in North Sumatra
The 32nd Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle (IMT-GT) series in Medan, scheduled for 7–10 September 2026, is expected to produce concrete actions and unlock new investment opportunities in North Sumatra. The Joint Business Council meeting aims to strengthen economic synergy between the three countries, with a joint agreement between the ten Governors of Sumatra also planned.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:37 WIB
Purbaya Assures Funds Are Available for Whoosh Debt Payments, Here's the Explanation
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has confirmed that the Ministry of Finance has sufficient funds to meet the debt obligations of the Whoosh high-speed rail project following its transfer in mid-September. He stated that no new investors are needed, as a state-owned Special Vehicle Mission (SMV) company under the ministry, with annual net profits of up to Rp 800 billion, will assume the liabilities. The transfer from Danantara Indonesia involves a zero-rupiah equity injection, with no payment made for the handover.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:33 WIB
DPR's Legislative Body Agrees to Make Population Administration Bill an Initiative Proposal, Setting Sanctions for Data Leaks
The House of Representatives' Legislative Body (Baleg) has agreed to elevate the second amendment to Law No. 23 of 2006 on Population Administration to a House initiative bill. The draft introduces administrative fines for administrators who fail to protect population data and raises the criminal penalty for unauthorised dissemination of such data to six years' imprisonment. The bill also mandates an integrated digital active stelsel system of population administration across central, provincial and district levels.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:33 WIB
Transport Ministry begins deliberating National Transport System Bill to strengthen transport integration
The Ministry of Transport has begun deliberating the National Transport System (Sistranas) Bill through an inter-ministerial committee to establish a legal foundation for an integrated national transport system. The bill is intended as an umbrella law integrating all transport modes, addressing fragmented regulation and uncoordinated planning, with a view to inclusion in the 2027 Priority National Legislation Programme.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:32 WIB
Hotel and Hospitality Expansion in Southern Bali Remains Prospective and Continues to Grow
Radisson Hotel Group has expanded its Balinese portfolio by signing Bloom Hotel Bali Ungasan, a member of Radisson Individuals, a 145-room property slated to open by the end of 2029. The hotel targets the fast-growing Ungasan area on the Bukit Peninsula, an emerging upscale leisure destination distinct from Kuta and Seminyak. The move signals that hospitality expansion in Bali is following traveller preferences for integrated accommodation, wellness, culinary and leisure experiences.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:30 WIB
On Bahlil's Instructions, PP AMPG Builds Clean Water Wells in Sampang
The Central Board of the Golkar Party Young Generation (PP AMPG) has completed the construction of a clean water well in Robatal District, Sampang Regency, East Java, an area severely affected by drought. The programme follows instructions from Golkar Chairman Bahlil Lahadalia for party cadres to deliver tangible benefits to communities. Officials stressed that the initiative reflects the youth organisation's social contribution beyond the political sphere.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:26 WIB
Eco-Friendly Paper-Packaged Sanitary Pad Trend Gains Ground, Education Must Be Intensified
PT Uni-Charm Indonesia Tbk, through its Charm sanitary pad brand, has launched a limited-edition product in recyclable paper packaging to mark World Environment Day. The company is also running a menstruation and environmental education programme reaching over 2,000 junior and senior high school students in Jakarta. The initiative comes as national waste generation exceeded 30 million tonnes in 2025, according to the Ministry of Environment and Forestry.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:20 WIB
Police Law Challenged at the Constitutional Court over Security Guards Falling Under the Chief of Police's Authority
The Constitutional Court has heard a preliminary session on a judicial review of Law No. 2 of 2002 on the Indonesian National Police, filed by Syamsul Jahidin. The petitioner argues that the provision placing voluntary security arrangements, including private security guards, under the authority of the Chief of Police creates legal uncertainty, as security guards are private workers who should fall under labour law.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:17 WIB
Jokowi Suffers Delay and Cancels Jakarta Stopover Due to Mount Anak Krakatau Eruption
Former President Joko Widodo experienced flight disruption on his return from Malaysia after the eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau. His flight from Penang to Jakarta was rerouted, forcing him to travel via Surabaya and arrive in Solo at 01:00 WIB instead of Sunday afternoon. The episode highlights the volcanic eruption's impact on air travel in the region.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:17 WIB
Transport Minister: Krakatau Eruption Affects 2,961 Flights as of Monday
The eruption of Mount Anak Krakatau has disrupted 2,961 domestic and international flights as of Monday, with around 341,000 passengers affected, according to Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi. Several airports around the volcano were temporarily closed as a conservative safety measure due to shifting volcanic ash, with reopenings pending official advisories from the Darwin Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:16 WIB
Komnas Perempuan urges government to give forest-guarding women a role
The National Commission on Violence against Women (Komnas Perempuan) has called on the government to grant women forest guardians a significant role in handling forest and land fires and to protect affected communities. Deputy Chair Dahlia Madanih warned that women, particularly indigenous and rural women, face layered suffering from fires, including health risks, displacement and loss of livelihoods. The commission urged compliance with CEDAW General Recommendation No. 37 on gender dimensions in disaster risk reduction.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:08 WIB
Kualanamu operates normally despite 49 flight cancellations due to volcanic ash
Kualanamu International Airport in North Sumatra continues to operate normally even though 49 flights were cancelled owing to volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau. Five airlines, including Garuda Indonesia and Lion Air, have suspended flights, whilst Soekarno-Hatta, Halim Perdanakusuma and Husein Sastranegara airports were temporarily closed. PT Angkasa Pura Aviasi is coordinating with AirNav Indonesia and airlines to monitor conditions and prioritise safety.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:07 WIB
Teacher in Jombang Suspected of Raping Pupil 13 Times, Police Investigating
A teacher with the initials SMD (60) has been reported to Jombang Police on suspicion of raping his former pupil 13 times between 2023 and 2024. The victim, now 19 and working in Nganjuk, only came forward after years of severe trauma, with her father filing the report in August 2026. Police have examined the victim and are awaiting forensic results before naming a suspect.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:05 WIB
Several Indonesian Volcanoes Erupt Simultaneously, Says Geology Expert
A professor of geological engineering at Universitas Padjadjaran has stated that volcanoes erupting in close succession, including Mount Anak Krakatau, Ibu, Semeru and Sinabung, are not directly linked, as each volcano has its own distinct magmatic system. He explained that activity at each volcano must be monitored individually, and noted that Anak Krakatau is under intensive observation using seismographs, GPS-based geodetic instruments and gas analysis. Indonesia's high geological hazard stems from its position at the meeting point of three tectonic plates within the Pacific Ring of Fire.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:03 WIB
Attorney General's Office Responds to Allegations That Its Officials Received Rp40 Billion from Tan Kian
The Attorney General's Office has dismissed reports that four of its officials allegedly received Rp40 billion linked to a money laundering case involving former Chief Prosecutor Febrie Adriansyah. Spokesman Anang Supriatna said the claims remain unproven assumptions and urged the public to await the court proceedings.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:01 WIB
CUKTECH unveils power bank-powered exoskeleton prototype
CUKTECH, a charging technology company, showcased a lower-body exoskeleton prototype powered by a detachable power bank at IFA Berlin 2026. The device weighs around 2.5 kg, provides up to 35 per cent movement assistance, and supports speeds of up to 18 km/h. The company also presented its latest charging products and says it leverages China's supply chain to serve more than 40 markets worldwide.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:01 WIB
Denying the Rp40 Billion Rumour Involving Four of Its Officials Linked to the ASABRI-Jiwasraya Corruption Case, the Attorney General's Office Hits Back: That's an Assumption
The Attorney General's Office (Kejagung) has dismissed reports of a Rp40 billion payment allegedly linked to four of its officials in connection with the ASABRI-Jiwasraya corruption case, calling the claim a mere assumption. Its legal information chief, Anang Supriatna, said the office would pursue any information relevant to the investigation only if supported by evidence. The rumour stems from a pre-trial ruling concerning former Deputy Attorney General for Special Crimes Febrie Adriansyah, whose lawyers deny he received Rp40 billion from businessman Tan Kian.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:00 WIB
Attorney General's Office Takes Over Land Encroachment Case Involving Inhutani in Lampung
The Attorney General's Office has taken over a corruption investigation into the illegal use of PT Inhutani V forest land by plantation firm PT Pemuka Sakti Manis Indah in Lampung. The alleged unlawful sugarcane cultivation caused losses to state finances, though no suspects have yet been named.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:00 WIB
Viral Claims About SO2 Gas From Mount Anak Krakatau Spreading — Is It Really Dangerous? Here Is the Explanation
Social media users have circulated images appearing to show dense sulphur dioxide (SO2) plumes from Mount Anak Krakatau over Jakarta, West Java and Lampung. The Geological Agency of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources clarified that the red satellite map reflects SO2 levels across the atmospheric column at altitude, not surface air quality, so Jakarta's air is not necessarily dangerous. The public is nonetheless advised to remain vigilant, wear masks, stay indoors and avoid drinking rainwater, which may become acidic.
Tue, 08 Sep 2026, 00:00 WIB
Beyond Anak Krakatau, Semeru and Merapi Activity Also Warrants Vigilance
An expert from the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology (ITS) has urged the public to remain vigilant of Mount Semeru and Mount Merapi, given their proximity to densely populated areas. He cautioned that simultaneous volcanic activity does not imply a direct link between volcanoes, as each has its own magmatic system. He also noted that Anak Krakatau's marine setting carries the risk of flank collapse, as occurred during the 2018 Sunda Strait tsunami.