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Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:30 WIB
Yusril Proposes Merging Party Votes at the End of the Election
Constitutional law expert and Coordinating Minister for Law, Human Rights, Immigration and Corrections, Yusril Ihza Mahendra, has proposed that political parties merge their votes at the final stage of the electoral process to prevent vote wastage and help streamline the party system. The plan would allow parties that fail to meet thresholds or secure enough seats to form factions by collaborating after results are declared, potentially giving rise to new political forces.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:28 WIB
Ministry of Religious Affairs Organises Pesantren Takjil to Promote a Joyful Spirit of Faith
Jakarta's Directorate of Pesantren at the Ministry of Religious Affairs staged the second Takjil Pesantren, combining a Talk Show and Ngaji with santri at Pesantren Daarul Rahman in South Jakarta. Under the theme 'Beragama dengan Asyik', the event seeks to strengthen the culture of religiosity within pesantren and encourage an approachable, technology-aware religious experience. Officials stressed that pesantren should balance study of faith with awareness of modern developments and that the state supports pesantren through forums and the Dana Abadi Pesantren, a fund for economic empowerment via business incubators.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:27 WIB
Transjabodetabek Blok M–Soetta Set to Begin Operations Before Eid al-Fitr, Aiming at Air Passengers
The Jakarta provincial government is preparing to launch the Transjabodetabek route from Blok M to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, targeting air travellers. The service is planned to commence before Eid al-Fitr (Lebaran) 1447 H, with low-entry orange Metrotrans buses to simplify luggage handling. The route will stop at roadside points rather than BRT stops, running from Blok M via Jalan Jenderal Sudirman, Semanggi, and the MPR/DPR, before entering the toll road to the airport.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:27 WIB
Surakarta Mayor Seeks Central Government to Grant Local Authorities Power to Intervene in SPPG; Zulhas: It Would Be Permissible If It Is Dangerous
The Mayor of Surakarta has urged the central government to issue rules granting local governments authority to intervene in the SPPG units within the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) programme, arguing it is needed in certain situations to ensure MBG runs effectively. He wants formal delegation of tasks and powers to local agencies, including oversight of procurement and recipient data, and calls for a presidential regulation or similar rule. Zulhas commented that intervention would be permissible if risks justify it.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:27 WIB
Pramono boasts to Anies that transport access to JIS is getting easier
Jakarta governor Pramono Anung Wibowo has told former Jakarta governor Anies Baswedan that transport access to Jakarta International Stadium (JIS) is now easier, with a planned final stop for the KRL and a May inauguration for the station. A pedestrian overpass (JPO) linking JIS to Ancol is under construction and due to be completed in June, alongside Commuter Line infrastructure in Ancol due by April. Pramono said these improvements will position JIS as Jakarta's future hub and facilitate attendance at events such as Jakarta's anniversary.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:27 WIB
BRI KUR Table March 2026: Loans from Rp1 million to Rp100 million — what are the monthly instalments?
BRI's 2026 KUR loan schedule outlines instalment estimates for microbusiness loans ranging from Rp1 million to Rp40 million, helping applicants plan repayments according to their finances. It underscores the importance of checking the latest table to select the most suitable loan amount and tenor for your business.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:25 WIB
Why Does Stress Make Us Keep Snacking?
Nutritionist Reisi Nurdiani of IPB University explains that emotional eating is driven by emotions rather than hunger, and can be triggered even by happiness. Warning signs include eating without hunger, poor portion control, craving only certain foods, and guilt after meals; she recommends consulting a psychologist if this occurs frequently. The article distinguishes three eating behaviours—emotional, external, and restrained—and notes emotional eating is most common among adolescents and early adults under pressure.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:25 WIB
China to Convene Grand Meeting as War Heats Up, Stimulus to Save Indonesia?
Global markets wobbled as tensions in the Middle East affected energy and bond prices, while Indonesia prepared a broad Lebaran stimulus package to sustain consumption and growth in early 2026. Domestic disbursement of THR and related incentives, backed by a Rp55 trillion budget, are intended to shore up purchasing power ahead of Eid while external risks persist.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:24 WIB
Middle East Conflict: Prabowo Stresses the Need to Anticipate Global Impacts
President Prabowo Subianto convened cross-generational political leaders to discuss how global dynamics, including the Middle East crisis, could affect Indonesia's stability and to outline anticipated steps. The talks touched on the BoP, possible mediation roles in the Iran–US tensions, and measures to bolster energy and food resilience, including evacuation plans for Indonesians abroad.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:22 WIB
Tangsel Police to Facilitate Street Running Races
Tangsel police plan to facilitate street running during Ramadan to curb violence and illicit racing, centralising events on weekend nights and engaging KONI to spot athletic talent. The move aims to channel youth energy into positive activity while preserving traffic and public order, following measures by other regions such as Bogor and parts of Riau.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:22 WIB
Locations of the Ministry of Transport's 2026 Free Mudik Validation Posts in Jabodetabek
Registration for the Ministry of Transport's 2026 Free Mudik programme has been open since 1 March, but applicants must also complete on-site validation at designated posts. The ministry has prepared 401 buses with a total capacity of 15,834 passengers for Mudik and return services, with online registration closing when quotas are filled and a mandatory validation within three days of booking. Validation posts operate 1–15 March 2026 at locations in Jakarta, Tangerang, Depok, and Bekasi, with destinations covering 34 cities across Sumatra and Java.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:21 WIB
Details of Pekalongan Regent Fadia Arafiq's arrest operation: from the regional secretary to the aide, all taken to the KPK
The Corruption Eradication Commission arrested Pekalongan Regent Fadia Arafiq in an on-the-spot arrest operation in Semarang, Central Java, with several other officials; the case concerns outsourcing procurement across multiple local government departments, with investigations extending to Pekalongan. KPK has said it is conducting parallel checks in Pekalongan and Jakarta as part of the ongoing probe.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:20 WIB
The Story Behind Tattoo Removal: A Youthful Trend That Makes It Hard to Get a Job
More than 200 people registered for free tattoo removal during Ramadan in East Jakarta, part of an annual Baznas programme via Baznas Jakarta Timur. The event highlights how youthful decisions can affect employment prospects, with participants recounting how tattoos hinder job applications and expressing relief at the free service.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:19 WIB
15 Indonesian citizens in Iran seek evacuation, option via Azerbaijan
Fifteen Indonesian citizens in Tehran have expressed willingness to be evacuated amid escalating Middle East tensions. The plan would move them by road to Baku, Azerbaijan, for onward air travel back to Jakarta, subject to airspace closures and security conditions.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:18 WIB
Here Are the 20 Preliminary Names of the OJK Chief Candidates
The Selection Committee for the Replacement of ADK Members of the Financial Services Authority (OJK) has announced the 20 candidates who passed the administrative screening, including paper assessments, on 4 March 2026. The list, published in Announcement Number Peng-2/Pansel-DKOJK/2026, details the applicants’ current roles. The successful candidates will advance to further assessment stages, including public input, background checks, health checks, and interviews.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:16 WIB
THR Payments for Civil Servants in DKI Jakarta in Line with Central Government Directives
DKI Jakarta’s governor said THR payments for civil servants will follow central directives, and the province is ready to pay before or after Eid al-Fitr. The disbursement began on 26 February, with Rp20.2 trillion allocated to 4.3 million regional ASN and Rp12.7 trillion to 3.8 million retirees, and 2026 THR components will be paid in full (100%), including base salary and attached allowances.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:15 WIB
Ahead of Khamenei's Funeral, Iran Prepares Large-Scale Ceremony
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is set to be buried in Mashhad, with a major farewell ceremony planned in Tehran before the funeral procession. A three-person transition council will temporarily run the state until the Assembly of Experts selects a new leader, amid security concerns and reports of attacks on its institutions.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:14 WIB
Yesterday's Politics: Prabowo Invites Former Presidents and 100% THR for the TNI-Polri
President Prabowo Subianto invited several former presidents to a meeting at Istana Merdeka, with Jokowi expected to attend. International experts warned that Indonesia, as a member of the Board of Peace (BoP), must guard against conflicts of interest amid global tensions. Separately, the government confirmed that THR for civil servants, the TNI-Polri, and retirees will be disbursed in full, with a total budget of around Rp55 trillion for 10.5 million recipients.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:13 WIB
Government Has Not Yet Decided on Fuel Price Rise
Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, said the government is monitoring geopolitics and potential energy price shocks from the US-Israel-Iran tensions, including the Hormuz Strait closure. Policy responses will depend on how the conflict evolves and energy prices, with possible actions on fuel and subsidised LPG if costs rise; Pertamina has MoU arrangements to secure aviation fuel imports, while the country remains secure.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 06:12 WIB
This Year Honda to Launch Three Electrification Models in Indonesia
Honda Prospect Motor will launch three electrification models in Indonesia in 2026 — two hybrids and one BEV — as part of a staged electrification strategy, with hybrids as the focus. The company targets net-zero emissions for vehicles by 2040 and for the group by 2050, and has already refreshed four models in early 2026 while the BEV model remains unconfirmed, with potential options including the Super One or Brio electric.
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