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Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 16:22 WIB
56 Afghan civilians killed in conflict with Pakistan since last week: UN
UN rights chief Volker Turk said 56 Afghan civilians were killed and 129 injured as cross-border hostilities with Pakistan escalated since February 26, with 24 of the dead children and six women. He said the violence has forced about 115,000 Afghans and 3,000 Pakistanis to flee in the past week, and that humanitarian access is increasingly constrained. Turk called on the Pakistan military and Afghan forces to end the fighting and to prioritise aid, noting that more than 2 million Afghans have already returned under Pakistan’s repatriation plan, while many remain at risk.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 16:16 WIB
PAN Holds Discount Markets, Free Homecoming Travel, and THR Distributions During Ramadan
PAN's faction in the Indonesian DPR RI has announced a series of social activities during Ramadan, following directives from PAN's General Chairman Zulkifli Hasan. The initiatives include the nationwide PANsar Murah Ramadan staple-food discount programme and an inaugural 'Mudik Ceria PAN 2026' free homecoming scheme, with around 3,000 places across eight provinces and 29 regencies/cities, fully funded by the PAN faction. The party also distributed 1,100 sembako packages to parliamentary staff and reiterated that field personnel must not solicit THR or other donations.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 16:07 WIB
Extreme Weather Prompts East Java BPBD to Audit 71 Early Warning System Units
Facing ongoing extreme weather, East Java's BPBD is auditing 71 Early Warning System (EWS) units across disaster-prone areas. Inspections began in Banyuwangi and will cover districts including Jember, Lumajang, Malang, Blitar, Tulungagung, Trenggalek and Pacitan to confirm the physical condition and functionality of the EWS and to bolster community warning capabilities.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 16:05 WIB
Most Asian equities drop as Mideast crisis rages, though oil dips
Asian stock markets fell broadly as the Middle East conflict persisted, stoking fears of higher inflation and delayed central-bank easing. Oil prices, after a sharp run-up, cooled somewhat as U.S. policy options to temper supply were discussed, keeping energy markets highly sensitive to weekend developments.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 16:03 WIB
Full chronology of the drone attack on Nakhchivan International Airport, Azerbaijan, 2026
An apparent Iranian drone attack targeted Nakhchivan International Airport in Azerbaijan on 5 March 2026, injuring four civilians and damaging the terminal. Azerbaijan's government promised retaliation as Iran denied involvement, while the incident disrupted the Caucasus air corridor used by international carriers. The episode has heightened tensions in the region with competing narratives about who was responsible, including claims of Israeli involvement.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 16:02 WIB
Weather Conditions to Watch as a Key Factor in Rising Food Commodity Prices in Sukabumi
In Sukabumi, local market authorities say weather could affect supply and push up prices, particularly as Ramadan approaches Lebaran 2026; monitoring continues, with some prices already easing mid-Ramadan while others remain stable. Officials pledge intensified surveillance to curb potential price spikes as demand grows.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:57 WIB
Jakarta Forecast to Experience Heavy Rain Through to 12 March
Jakarta’s regional disaster agency warns of heavy to very heavy rainfall from 6 to 12 March 2026, with potential flooding and waterlogging in several areas. Authorities urge the public to prepare essential gear and a disaster kit, and to monitor floods via an RT-based map, contacting Jakarta Siaga 112 in emergencies. The warnings come as BMKG forecasts indicate continued rainfall across the capital in the coming days.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:56 WIB
Indonesia to ban social media access for under-16s: Minister
Indonesia will ban social media access for users under 16, deactivating accounts on high-risk platforms such as YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, Bigo Live and Roblox, starting with a phased rollout on March 28, 2026. The plan aims to shield minors from online harms and will be implemented in stages until platforms comply, reflecting ongoing global debates about teen access to social media.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:56 WIB
Delpedro Marhaen: Today's Trial Will Decide the Fate of Freedom of Expression
Indonesian activist and Lokataru executive Delpedro Marhaen, along with three co-defendants, staged a protest in the Jakarta Pusat court by unfurling an Iranian flag ahead of a verdict, saying the act was in solidarity with Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He linked the gesture to concerns over global sovereignty and freedom of expression, and urged President Prabowo Subianto to quit the Board of Peace. The case, which previously carried a two-year sentence for incitement, underscores wider tensions over democracy and dissent in Indonesia.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:56 WIB
Donald Trump Wants Involvement in Selecting Iran's Supreme Leader to Succeed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Donald Trump says he should be involved in choosing Iran’s next Supreme Leader after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death, a claim set against a backdrop of US‑Israeli strikes and Iranian retaliation. The remarks also reference Mojtaba Khamenei’s removal from consideration as frontrunner and underline widening regional tensions with cross-border implications across the Middle East.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:56 WIB
Jakarta's Food Stocks Safe Ahead of Eid al-Fitr, Says Pramono Anung
Jakarta's provincial government says food supplies ahead of Lebaran 2026 are secure, with measures in place to cope with anticipated demand spikes. Governor Pramono Anung highlighted sufficient stocks of staples — including rice, meat, and cabai merah keriting (curly red chillies) — and noted price changes remain within reasonable limits, citing a recent modest uptick in cabai merah keriting. He said the authorities have boosted supply, including importing 2,000 head of cattle, to prevent meat prices from rising in Jakarta.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:52 WIB
Surabaya Maghrib Schedule Today, 6 March 2026: Iftar Time for 16 Ramadan
The article provides the official Maghrib time for Surabaya on 6 March 2026 (16 Ramadan 1447 H) as 17:50 WIB, citing official calculations from Bimas Islam of the Ministry of Religious Affairs. It also presents the traditional iftar dua and its meaning, serving as a practical guide for residents observing Ramadan.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:47 WIB
Pursuing US dollar stability, Investors Eye the United Arab Emirates
Global economic uncertainty is driving more Indonesian high-net-worth individuals to relocate assets to the United Arab Emirates, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi attracting investment thanks to strong regulation, an efficient tax framework and a dollar-pegged currency. The trend signals broader international wealth diversification and raises questions about domestic investment dynamics.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:44 WIB
Nepal counts votes after key post-uprising election
Counting was underway in Nepal on Friday after a high-stakes parliamentary election intended to reshape leadership following the September 2025 uprising. Early trends pointed to Balendra Shah and his Rastriya Swatantra Party ahead in key battlegrounds, with contenders including former prime minister KP Sharma Oli and Nepali Congress leader Gagan Thapa. Turnout stood at 59%, and full nationwide tallies could take several days, likely followed by prolonged coalition negotiations.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:44 WIB
Iran accuses Israel of orchestrating Azerbaijan airport attack, sparking rifts among Muslim nations
Iran claims Israel orchestrated a drone strike on Azerbaijan's Nakhchivan airport to sow division among Muslim nations, while Tehran says it did not carry out the attack. Azerbaijan accuses Iran of launching the strike from Iranian territory, injuring two civilians and damaging public facilities, and has summoned the Iranian ambassador in Baku to lodge a protest. The incident heightens regional tensions amid broader Middle East and Caucasus confrontations.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:38 WIB
Bali police confirm DNA matches Ukrainian kidnapping victim
DNA tests matched maternal alleles from the victim's mother to blood found in the crime scenes, giving a 99.99% probability that the remains are Ihor Komarav. Indonesian police have named CH as a foreign suspect and issued a list of six other foreign fugitives (RM, BK, AS, VN, SM, DH) with Red Notices, coordinating with Interpol and Immigration to track them down. Investigators say possible links to foreign mafia networks after a ransom video and crime scenes linked to a rented Toyota Avanza and a villa in Tabanan.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:38 WIB
Supported by the Salman Charity House, Grandmother Rusmini Keeps Fighting On, Accepts the Disaster with Resilience
In Aceh Tamiang, 60-year-old Rusmini and her family rebuild after a November 2025 flood that destroyed their home. Relief efforts by Rumah Amal Salman, with ITB, provide clean water access, while Ramadan aid packages from Rumah Amal Salman and Paragon Corp offer critical support. The story highlights community resilience and ongoing relief as families recover.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:37 WIB
Agriculture Minister Reveals Indonesia's Rice Stock at 27.9 Million Tonnes, Safe for More Than 10 Months
Indonesia’s Agriculture Minister confirms total rice stocks of 27.99 million tonnes as of March 2026, enough for about 324 days (around 10.8 months), with Bulog stock rising and production holding strong. The January–May 2026 period recorded roughly 16.92 million tonnes of rice production, supported by measures such as pumping irrigation and fertiliser price reductions to bolster food security amid global and climate risks.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:29 WIB
Purbaya Distributes THR to ASN, TNI and Polri, Check Your Account Now!
THR payments have begun for ASN, including PNS, PPPK, TNI, and Polri, with Rp1.40663 trillion disbursed to 300,530 recipients as of 5 March 2026. The government has set aside Rp55 trillion for THR this year, covering pensions and other officials. Retirees have also received Rp11.22 trillion in THR through Taspen and Asabri.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 15:29 WIB
BNI Strengthens Synergy with Merchants Through BNI wondrful Iftar 2026
BNI hosted a Ramadan Iftar with around 70 merchants at the Fairmont Jakarta to deepen partnerships and promote digital payment solutions. The event, attended by BNI's leadership, showcased innovations including the wondr Merchant app with same-day settlement and 24-hour transaction monitoring, and reiterated BNI's commitment to supporting merchants within Indonesia's digital banking ecosystem.
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