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Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:32 WIB
Security at Tourist Sites Becomes Focus of Ketupat 2026 Operation in Bali
Security at tourist sites has been identified as a priority in Ketupat Operation 2026 in Bali, reflecting the island's status as a major Lebaran destination. The operation will cover toll roads, arterial routes, ferry ports and places of worship, and the Gilimanuk–Ketapang crossing will be adjusted for Nyepi. Bali's governor pledged support and said a joint circular with religious councils, including MUI, clarifies religious activities during the period.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:31 WIB
Middle East Tensions Rise as Prabowo Seeks US-Iran Mediation and Openness
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has signalled willingness for direct talks between the United States and Iran and for Iran to be more open, proposing mediation amid rising Middle East tensions. Nusron Wahid, speaking at a buka bersama with the President and clergy at Istana Merdeka, said Pakistan and the UAE back Indonesia's role, and that the move aims to prevent protracted conflict in Iran and the Gulf. The government says diplomacy is the best path to peace and is reviewing Indonesia's membership of the Board of Peace.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:31 WIB
Study Reveals the Chinese Zodiac Sign Most Common Among the World's Billionaires
A Nebula study using Bloomberg Billionaires Index data suggests a strong link between birth year and becoming a billionaire, with the Dragon sign most common among the global super-rich. The research attributes this to Jupiter's position in Taurus or Gemini, linking abundance and strong communication with business success; examples include Jack Dorsey and Travis Kalanick. The study also notes that Ox signs more often have Jupiter in Aquarius or Capricorn.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:30 WIB
Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal and Security Affairs ensures regional SRMA facilities are of high quality
The Coordinating Minister for Political, Legal and Security Affairs, Djamari Chaniago, has visited SRMAs to assure their facilities and teaching staff meet quality standards. He inspected 31 SRMAs in Pekanbaru, Riau, praising progress and stressing the shared responsibility of schools, local authorities, and agencies, and urged teachers to foster strong character and dedication to students' future.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:30 WIB
Unicharm Group Announces Global Initiative Coinciding with International Women's Day on 8 March
Unicharm announces a global initiative to empower women through education and workforce participation, timed with International Women's Day. The plan spans Brazil, Indonesia and Kenya, including a full-scale SOFY launch in Brazil, Ramadan-era menstrual education in Indonesia, and the establishment of a Kenyan hub via Sofy East Africa Limited, alongside a girls' football event addressing period poverty. The effort reinforces Unicharm's ethos of 'Love Your Possibilities' while expanding education and social participation for women.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:29 WIB
Emotional Moment in Chromebook Procurement Case Trial: Nadiem Disappointed, Ibrahim Arief Breaks Down in Tears Remembering the Past
At a court hearing on 5 March 2026, crown witnesses including Ibrahim Arief, Mulyatsyah, Sri Wahyuningsih, and former special staff member Fiona Handayani were examined in the Chromebook procurement case involving the former minister Nadiem Makarim. Nadiem expressed disappointment and sadness at the protracted proceedings and questioned the accuracy of the related BPKP audit figures, suggesting miscalculations influenced the Rp 2.1 trillion loss figure. The session also highlighted a Rp 50 million payment to a former senior official, with Sri Wahyuningsih defending the gift as unrelated to the Chromebook procurement.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:29 WIB
Karawang Student Drowns After Jumping Into Irrigation Canal to Escape Larger Brawl
A 17-year-old student, FI, was found dead in an irrigation canal in Sukajaya I, Kemiri, Jayakerta, Karawang, on 5 March 2026. He reportedly tried to flee a planned brawl after realising his opponents were outnumbered, fled on a motorcycle, fell, and then, fearing for his safety, plunged into the canal where he drowned. Police investigations are underway, with the body taken for autopsy at RSUD Karawang.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:28 WIB
Police reveal difficulties in investigating Ermanto Usman's death: few witnesses and CCTV footage
The death of Ermanto Usman, a 65-year-old retiree from JICT, in Bekasi is being investigated amid limited evidence at the scene and no usable CCTV footage. Police say they are gathering clues from the location and witness statements while coordinating with regional and national crime authorities; the family suspects murder.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:27 WIB
Betawi Dodol Orders Surge Tenfold During Ramadan
Two home-based Betawi dodol producers report sharp demand increases during Ramadan, with orders up to ten times higher than normal and production rising significantly. Producers have expanded capacity and workforce as demand peaks in the lead-up to Eid al-Fitr.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:25 WIB
Depok man with mental illness goes on rampage, shatters car window; taken to psychiatric hospital
An individual with a mental illness in Depok caused a disturbance in Beji by smashing a car window. The Maung Asri team coordinated with local agencies and evacuated him to RSJ Marzuki Mahdi in Bogor for treatment. Officials said they will continue to follow up on reports and publish updates openly via social media.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:25 WIB
More Cost-Efficient: These Vehicles Could Free Indonesia from Imported Fuel
PLN’s chief executive, Darmawan Prasodjo, argues that electric vehicles are far more energy-efficient than internal-combustion engine cars and can cut running costs substantially. He claims EVs convert energy to motion with over 85% efficiency, potentially reducing energy costs by up to 70% per 10 kilometres and lowering CO2 emissions, supporting a shift toward domestically-sourced energy and reducing dependence on imported fuels.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:23 WIB
Prabowo and Pakistan PM discuss plan to travel to Iran to defuse conflict
President Prabowo Subianto and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discussed plans to travel to Tehran to defuse escalating tensions in the Gulf following a joint attack on Iran by Israel and the United States. The conversation also covered Afghanistan and stressed renewed diplomacy to prevent further escalation.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:23 WIB
Prabowo says Indonesia joined BoP after consulting Gulf states
President Prabowo said Indonesia joined BoP after a long process and consultations with Gulf states, rejecting notions of a snap decision. He spoke at a three-hour forum with Islamic clerics and scholars at the Presidential Palace in Jakarta, outlining Indonesia’s role in BoP and describing its approach to Palestine as a 'strategy from within'—arguing that Indonesia has long fought for Palestinian independence from outside, now working from inside. The government remains committed to the two-state solution and BoP’s 20-point peace plan, including coexistence as the goal of points 19 and 20, in line with the 1945 Constitution.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:23 WIB
Police Deploy 1,436 Personnel to Guard Demonstration at Monas Today
A student and civil society alliance plans a demonstration at Monas in Central Jakarta. Police have deployed 1,436 personnel from across Polda Metro Jaya, Metro Jakarta Pusat, and local police to supervise the protest. Officers will not carry firearms and are instructed to conduct themselves humanely and professionally; traffic will be managed situationally to keep the area safe and orderly.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:22 WIB
At the Presidential Palace, MUI Chairman Urges Ulama-Umara to Unite Against Global Turmoil
Indonesian Ulema Council chief Anwar Iskandar has urged unity between ulama and umara under President Prabowo, emphasising a policy of free and active diplomacy while warning of geopolitical tensions. He called for strengthened national solidarity and spiritual preparation, including Ramadan prayers, to safeguard the nation and its people amid global volatility.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:22 WIB
Harley-Davidson RMCR Concept: When an American Motorcycle Maker Builds a Café Racer
Harley-Davidson has unveiled the RMCR Concept as a modern cafe racer design study, pairing a sleek carbon fibre finish with the Revolution Max 1250 engine. The prototype uses Brembo brakes and an Akrapovič 2-2 exhaust, with production still unconfirmed. If brought to market, it could push Harley-Davidson beyond its cruiser and touring roots, while paying homage to the brand's performance heritage.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:21 WIB
Gus Yahya: Prabowo Accepted by All Sides, Capable of Mediating Conflicts
Gus Yahya, the head of PBNU, says President Prabowo Subianto is a figure accepted by all parties, enabling him to potentially serve as a mediator in the Middle East conflict. After a gathering with ulama and Islamic organisation leaders at the Presidential Palace, Gus Yahya said Prabowo reaffirmed his readiness to contribute to peace and a resolution. He noted the Middle East conflict could have direct repercussions on Indonesia's domestic interests.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:21 WIB
Police to Re-Question Pandji Pragiwaksono Over Toraja Adat Joke Case
Policing authorities are re-scheduling an interview with comedian Pandji Pragiwaksono regarding an alleged insult to Toraja adat. The probe has already questioned 14 witnesses and nine experts, and will also consider Pandji’s customary court proceeding in its deliberations; Pandji remains a witness while the investigation proceeds.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:21 WIB
Transforming Modern Warfare Strategy: Lessons from EMSO and JADO in the Venezuela and Iran Conflicts for Indonesia
This column argues that modern warfare now hinges on a multi-domain approach, where non-kinetic operations—cyber, intelligence, and electromagnetic spectrum dominance—open the way for kinetic strikes and reduce human and material losses. It cites US-Israeli actions against Iran and earlier operations in Venezuela to illustrate how such campaigns integrate cyber, EW, and intelligence with traditional force. The piece urges Indonesia to draw lessons from EMSO and JADO to shape its own defence strategy.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 10:20 WIB
OJK Pushes Policyholder Guarantee Program to Begin in 2027, Benefits Outlined
Indonesia’s financial regulator OJK is accelerating the rollout of the policyholder guarantee programme to 2027, ahead of the original 2028 timetable. The move, tied to possible revisions of the UU P2SK law, aims to ensure insurers meet robust health standards, enable resolution with investor involvement, and give LPS a stronger hand in safeguarding policyholders.
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