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Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 01:25 WIB
Alireza Arafi Becomes Interim Supreme Leader of Iran Following Khamenei's Death
Iran has appointed senior cleric Ayatollah Alireza Arafi as interim supreme leader following the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Arafi will lead alongside President Masoud Pezeshkian and Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei on a temporary leadership council until the Assembly of Experts selects a permanent successor.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 01:19 WIB
Ramadan Boosts Retail Traffic, Shopping Centres Intensify Loyalty Programmes and Sportainment Initiatives
Revo Mall in Bekasi is leveraging the Ramadan period to drive retail transactions through its Urban Shopping Extravaganza Vol.2 loyalty programme, offering prizes including a Honda WR-V and umrah packages. The mall is simultaneously positioning itself as a sportainment and sport lifestyle destination by introducing new tenants such as ASNA Academy, Deserve Social Club with padel courts, and Anytime Fitness, whilst extending marketing campaigns through 2026 with gadget promotions to maintain visitor traffic beyond the festive season.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 01:14 WIB
Compact Housing Drives Multifunctional Furniture Trend
Vivere and Idemu have launched two new furniture collections, Flux and Omera, designed to meet growing demand for flexible and multifunctional furniture among urban consumers in compact housing. The collections feature adaptive designs ranging from sofa beds to modular seating at prices starting from IDR 1 million, addressing the need for space-efficient yet comfortable furnishings, particularly during Ramadan gatherings. The company anticipates 2026 will see increased demand for practical and adaptable furniture solutions tailored to modern lifestyle changes and smaller living spaces.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 01:02 WIB
Agriculture Minister Requests BRMP to Strengthen Food Self-Sufficiency in Eastern Indonesia
Agriculture Minister Andi Amran Sulaiman has called for the Board of Agricultural Assembly and Modernisation (BRMP) to strengthen its strategic role in promoting food self-sufficiency, particularly across six provinces in Papua. The government aims to significantly increase rice cultivation in Papua to boost rice production and reduce dependence on supplies from outside the region, whilst developing coffee, cocoa, and other strategic commodities based on local potential.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 01:01 WIB
Attorney General Seizes Land and Palm Oil Processing Factories in Alleged 2022 Corruption Case
Indonesia's Attorney General's Office has conducted raids on approximately 20 locations in Medan and Riau provinces, seizing land, palm oil processing factories (PKS), heavy equipment, and vehicles in connection with an alleged corruption case involving the fraudulent export of crude palm oil (CPO) disguised as palm oil mill effluent (POME) in 2022. The investigation has identified 11 suspects—three government officials and eight private sector individuals—with estimated state financial losses reaching Rp 14 trillion resulting from misclassification schemes designed to circumvent export controls and reduce government-mandated costs.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 01:00 WIB
Sarinah Pedestrian Overpass Revitalisation Complete, Now Disability-Friendly
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has officially reopened the revitalised Sarinah Pedestrian Overpass (JPO), the capital's first and most historic crossing, now designed with inclusive infrastructure that caters to persons with disabilities. The renovation introduces accessible lifts for disabled users whilst maintaining the existing pedestrian crossing option, and plans to expand surrounding pavements to 2.6 metres by May to improve pedestrian flow to the heritage Sarinah shopping centre. The facility, originally constructed in 1968, represents the provincial government's commitment to ensuring equitable access to public spaces for all residents.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 01:00 WIB
Istiqlal Mosque Becomes Space for Reflection and Sharing During Ramadhan
Istiqlal Mosque in Jakarta hosted a series of religious study sessions during Ramadhan (19-22 February 2026) focusing on patience, self-control, and life balance, with prominent preachers delivering spiritual guidance to congregants. The activities included distribution of breaking-fast provisions to 100,000 attendees, with corporate partner Danone Indonesia providing hydration and food supplies as part of their social initiative. Similar programmes are planned for major Indonesian cities including Bandung, Solo, Semarang, and Surabaya.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:57 WIB
Natuna Targeted as Poultry Centre in Border Region
Natuna Regency is being developed as a poultry production centre for Indonesia's border region through a pullet factory initiative by the local government. The project aims to achieve food self-sufficiency and reduce dependence on external supply, with plans to construct five poultry sheds with a capacity of 100,000 pullets, cold storage facilities, and an animal slaughterhouse on a 10-hectare site in Padang Angus, Binjai. The integrated poultry development scheme is expected to create economic multiplier effects, supply surrounding regions including Anambas Islands Regency, and strengthen the region's economic competitiveness.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:50 WIB
National Police Chief Reveals Peak Accident Hours and Primary Causes of Holiday Travel Crashes
National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo has identified 9am to 12pm as the peak danger window for road accidents during the Lebaran holiday migration period, with 532 incidents recorded during this timeframe. Whilst overall accident numbers declined by 31.43 per cent during this year's exodus, driver negligence—particularly failure to maintain safe distances (1,156 cases)—remains the leading cause, compounded by increased vehicle speeds averaging 85 km/h, up from 76 km/h the previous year.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:36 WIB
Misbakhun states free nutritious meals programme does not cut education infrastructure budget
The Head of DPR Commission XI, Mukhamad Misbakhun, has affirmed that Indonesia's free nutritious meals programme (MBG) does not reduce education infrastructure spending in the national budget. He clarified that education allocations increase annually in line with constitutional requirements mandating a minimum 20 per cent of state spending for the education sector, and that reallocating portions of education funds to MBG represents strategic cross-sectoral policy rather than a reduction in infrastructure commitments. The government is simultaneously strengthening educational initiatives through schemes such as school renovations and the establishment of "people's schools" for out-of-school children.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:36 WIB
Ramadhan Ignites Love (Mahabbah)
This reflective essay argues that Ramadhan should be understood as cultivating love (mahabbah) for Allah rather than mere religious obligation, with fasting becoming an expression of devotion rooted in emotional connection. Drawing on Islamic theology and the educational philosophy of Pesantren Gontor, the author contends that mahabbah—spiritual love—serves as the true energising force behind worship, strengthening both individual moral character and collective civilisational values including justice, honesty, and social cohesion.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:35 WIB
Reviewing Jeje "Govinda's" Achievements in First Year as West Bandung Regent
Jeje Ritchie Ismail and Asep Ismail, who have completed their first year leading West Bandung Regency in West Java, reported positive macro-economic indicators including improved human development index, expanded health coverage, reduced poverty and unemployment rates. The administration has undertaken significant infrastructure improvements across road rehabilitation, housing, education facility rehabilitation, and healthcare service enhancements during 2025.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:29 WIB
Prasasti highlights potential impact of Iran-US conflict on Umrah and Hajj activities
Indonesia's Prasasti Center for Policy Studies has warned of potential economic spillover effects if the Iran-US-Israel conflict disrupts Umrah and Hajj pilgrimages for an extended period, affecting not only travel services but also domestic economic growth through interconnected sectors. The think tank emphasises the need for adaptive, fiscally prudent government policies whilst maintaining public purchasing power amid global uncertainty. Indonesia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has advised prospective pilgrims to postpone travel to Saudi Arabia due to the volatile Middle East security situation, whilst coordinating with Saudi authorities and airlines to manage returning pilgrims.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:22 WIB
Indonesian Basketball Association warns public against fraud schemes using basketball development programme as cover
The Indonesian Basketball Association's central board has issued a public warning regarding fraud schemes impersonating the organisation and its officials, following reports of scams using the name of chairman Budisatrio Djiwandono to solicit funds allegedly for player selection, trials, and development programmes. The association clarified that it has never issued authorisation letters for activities under the Junior Basket Indonesia banner and urged the public to verify all information through official channels and report any fraudulent activity to law enforcement authorities.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:19 WIB
Geely Delivers 1,000 Locally Assembled EV Units to Indonesian Consumers
Geely Auto Indonesia has commenced delivery of the first 1,000 units of the Geely EX2 electric vehicle to consumers nationwide, all locally assembled in line with the company's commitment to supporting Indonesia's automotive industry development. The vehicle has received over 5,000 pre-orders since its late January market launch, with staggered deliveries expected through April. The company plans to expand its dealership network to 80 outlets across Indonesia this year and introduce additional vehicle models across various product lines.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:10 WIB
Mining Company Linked to North Maluku Governor Under Investigation for Alleged Violations
A Task Force on Forest Area Enforcement (PKH) is investigating PT Karya Wijaya, a mining company allegedly owned by North Maluku Governor Sherly Tjoanda, over suspected operational violations. The taskforce is conducting large-scale verification of 191 mining companies across 14 provinces and 30 districts covering 37.99 million hectares, with final results pending completion of data cross-checking processes.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:05 WIB
Saudi Arabia Denies Lobbying Trump to Attack Iran
Saudi Arabia has categorically denied allegations that it lobbied President Donald Trump to launch military strikes against Iran, calling such reports false. The Saudi embassy in Washington stated that the kingdom consistently supports diplomatic efforts to reach a credible agreement with Tehran, contradicting a Washington Post report claiming Trump launched an attack on Iran following weeks of lobbying by Israel and Saudi Arabia.
Tue, 03 Mar 2026, 00:00 WIB
PBNU Chairman Gus Yahya Expresses Condolences Over Ali Khamenei's Death, Prays for Iran's Strength and Resilience
The Chairman of Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU), Gus Yahya, has strongly condemned attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran, warning that such actions destabilise the international order and risk triggering uncontrollable global conflict and radicalisation. Whilst expressing deep condolences over Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's death, Gus Yahya called on the international community to support Iran and urged Indonesia to play an active role in de-escalating the conflict through the UN and the Band of Partners initiative.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 23:59 WIB
In Response to Global Tensions, Muhammadiyah's International Relations Institute Urges Strengthening of Indonesian Diplomacy
Muhammadiyah's Institute of International Relations and Cooperation has called for Indonesia to strengthen its diplomatic corps in response to escalating global tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran. The institute's chairman emphasised that Indonesian diplomats must possess stronger capabilities in understanding complex global and regional issues, and that President Prabowo should use his current diplomatic standing to pressure both the US and Israel whilst maintaining Indonesia's constitutionally-mandated independent and active foreign policy stance.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 23:59 WIB
11 Pioneer Airfields in Three Papua Regions Secured by TNI Personnel to Restore Security
The Indonesian Military (TNI) has fully secured 11 pioneer airfields across three Papuan regions—Papua Pegunungan, Papua Selatan, and Papua Tengah—following the shooting of a pilot by an armed criminal group in February 2026. The airfields, which were temporarily closed by the Transportation Ministry, are now operating under 24-hour TNI security and represent vital infrastructure for logistics, healthcare, education, and economic mobility in Indonesia's remote interior regions.
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