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Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:29 WIB
Legislator Urges Layered Charges Against Nizam's Abuser Following Fatal Child Cruelty Case
A 12-year-old boy named Nizam Syafei died in February 2026 from severe injuries inflicted by his stepmother, an official at the Ministry of Religious Affairs, who allegedly forced him to drink hot water and subjected him to prolonged abuse. A member of Indonesia's parliamentary Commission XIII is calling for layered charges under multiple laws including the Domestic Violence Prevention Act and Child Protection Law, with potential sentence enhancement of up to one-third above the principal penalt
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:26 WIB
From March 2026, CFX Crypto Transaction Fees to Fall to 0.02 Per Cent
Indonesia's Central Finansial X (CFX) crypto exchange is reducing transaction fees by 50 per cent from 0.04 per cent to 0.02 per cent effective 1 March 2026, with a further reduction to 0.01 per cent scheduled for October 2026. The move aims to enhance competitiveness of domestic crypto platforms against unregulated foreign exchanges, which currently attract 2.6 times more trading volume from Indonesian consumers due to lower fees. Industry leaders view the fee restructuring as essential for sup
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:25 WIB
Freight Vehicles Banned from Denpasar-Gilimanuk Road from 13 March for Eid Holiday Travel
The Indonesian government has implemented restrictions on commercial freight transport along Bali's main Denpasar-Gilimanuk highway from 13 March to 29 March 2026 to prioritise passenger vehicles during Eid (Idul Fitri) holiday travel. The policy, issued via joint decision by four central transport authorities, exempts vital logistics categories such as fuel, livestock, fertiliser, and essential goods provided they carry proper documentation. Local authorities have announced enhanced traffic man
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:23 WIB
Lines of Police Officers Wearing Caps Chant Islamic Prayers During Student Demonstration at Police Headquarters
Dozens of police officers stationed outside the National Police Headquarters in Jakarta's South Kebayoran district on Friday afternoon wore white caps and turbans whilst chanting Islamic prayers in response to a student demonstration. Rather than engaging verbally with protesters calling for disciplinary action against officers involved in a fatal incident and demanding wider police reforms, the officers maintained disciplined formations and coordinated prayers throughout the peaceful demonstrat
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:23 WIB
Former Bima Police Narcotics Chief and Five Suspects Transferred to National Police Criminal Investigations Bureau
Six narcotics suspects from West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), including former Bima Police Narcotics Chief AKP Malaungi, have been transferred to the National Police Criminal Investigations Bureau (Bareskrim) in Jakarta for further questioning and witness confrontation. The operation is being handled jointly by the NTB Provincial Police and National Police Headquarters as part of a broader investigation into a narcotics network that involves law enforcement officials.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:22 WIB
Gilimanuk-Mengwi Toll Road Project Scaled Back as Gilimanuk-Pekutatan Section Cancelled
Indonesia's strategic Gilimanuk-Mengwi toll road project has been modified, with the first section connecting Gilimanuk to Pekutatan cancelled while sections II and III from Pekutatan to Mengwi will continue. The cancellation was justified on grounds of lower population density in the Gilimanuk-Pekutatan corridor, with officials noting that local SMEs along the national highway will benefit from maintaining traffic flows on surface roads.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:21 WIB
Joxzin Demands Bantul Police Immediately Arrest Yoga's Murderer
The Brigade Joxzin civil society organisation has demanded that Bantul Police immediately arrest the murderer of Kitin Yoga Tama Rustamaji (36), a member killed brutally in his home in Sedayu last week. The organisation has set a 48-hour deadline for the arrest and called for the perpetrator to face the harshest punishment, as the attack also wounded the victim's wife and traumatised their five-year-old child.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:19 WIB
Malaysian police probing alleged plot by prominent family in engaging UK firm to topple government using foreign media
Malaysian police are investigating allegations that members of a prominent family engaged a UK-based media consulting firm to destabilise the government and manipulate international media coverage, with the widow of late Finance Minister Daim Zainuddin denying involvement. The investigation centres on claims of coordination with international media outlets and lobbyists to pressure Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and MACC chief Azam Baki, with suspects potentially facing up to 20 years imprisonment
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:18 WIB
INDEF Highlights Timing of ART Signature, Contends Government Ignored US Legal Process
The Institute for Development of Economics and Finance (INDEF) has criticised Indonesia's government for signing the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) with the United States at a time when a potential US Supreme Court ruling could undermine the legal foundations of the reciprocal tariff policy underpinning the agreement. INDEF argues the government failed to consider these legal developments and recommends renegotiation or postponement of ratification to protect domestic industry and national
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:17 WIB
Understanding Brigade Joxzin, A Yogyakarta-Based Social and Community Organisation
Brigade Joxzin (Jogja Islamic Never Die) is a youth-led civil society organisation based in Yogyakarta that focuses on social and community welfare activities, including religious study circles and outreach programmes. Established in the 2000s with over 6,000 members across Special Region of Yogyakarta and recently expanded to Central Java, the organisation seeks to counter negative public perceptions through positive community engagement and charitable work.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:14 WIB
Indonesia to train 20,000 graduates in national skills program
The Indonesian Manpower Ministry has launched a national skills training programme targeting 20,000 recent high school and vocational school graduates, with registration open across 37 training fields in 33 locations. The initiative offers flexible learning formats, competency certifications, and comprehensive support including meals, transport allowances, and insurance, with government assistance in connecting graduates to employment opportunities.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:12 WIB
Bareskrim States Ko Erwin Is Narcotics Recidivist
Brigadier General Eko Hadi Santoso, Director of the Narcotics Crime Unit at the Indonesian National Police's Criminal Investigation Directorate (Bareskrim Polri), has confirmed that narcotics suspect Erwin bin Iskandar, alias Ko Erwin, is a recidivist who was previously convicted in a 2018 narcotics case in Makassar. Ko Erwin was arrested in North Sumatra on 26 February 2026 whilst attempting to flee illegally to Malaysia by sea, and investigators are examining potential money laundering activit
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:11 WIB
Child in Depok Beaten by Police Officer's Son Over Running Race, Turns Out to Be Wrong Target
A 9-year-old boy in Depok became a case of mistaken identity when he was assaulted and dragged by older children, including the son of a police officer, over a running race dispute. The victim's mother alleged the attack was unprovoked and lamented the perpetrators' insincere apology, whilst police confirmed the incident and one attacker was the child of a Cimanggis police station officer. The matter was resolved through restorative justice without formal legal proceedings.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:10 WIB
Economist Labels Reciprocal Tariff Agreement Between Indonesia and United States as Form of Economic Colonialism
Andry Satrio Nugroho, head of the Industrial, Trade, and Investment Centre at the Institute for Development of Economics and Finance, has characterised Indonesia's reciprocal tariff agreement with the United States as economic colonialism that threatens national interests and domestic industries. The agreement imposes strict timeframes for regulatory changes ranging from 90 days to two years and requires Indonesia to open wider market access for agricultural, livestock, and energy products from
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:06 WIB
Free Nutritious Meals Programme for Elderly and Persons with Disabilities to Partner with Nutrition Service Units
The Indonesian Minister of Social Affairs has announced that the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme for elderly citizens and persons with disabilities will partner with Nutrition Service Units (SPPG) to expand coverage and improve nutritional standards. The programme, an extension of the existing Permakanan initiative, aims to reach between 300,000 and 500,000 beneficiaries, with SPPG handling meal preparation whilst community workers and social workers manage distribution. The integration is
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:05 WIB
Indonesian Citizens in Afghanistan and Pakistan Confirmed Safe Amid Conflict Escalation
The Indonesian government has called for de-escalation and peaceful dialogue following heightened armed tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The Foreign Ministry has confirmed that all Indonesian citizens in both countries remain safe despite cross-border attacks, though the Indonesian Embassy in Kabul has advised citizens to increase vigilance and avoid government areas and crowded public spaces.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:03 WIB
Urologist Warns Vaping Reduces Sperm Quality and Threatens Fertility Prospects
An urologist at Windu Husada Hospital has warned that vaping significantly reduces sperm quality and can undermine fertility outcomes, even after surgical intervention for infertility. The specialist emphasised that although patients may perceive vaping as safer than smoking, the nicotine and oxidative substances in vapour damage cells involved in sperm formation, reducing sperm count and motility. Medical procedures yield suboptimal results without concurrent lifestyle changes.
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:02 WIB
Meta's New Strategy to Break Free from Nvidia's Shadow
Meta has announced a strategic partnership with Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) to deploy custom GPU chip infrastructure worth over $100 billion, marking a significant diversification move to reduce dependence on Nvidia amid intensifying global AI chip competition. The deal includes deployment of 6 gigawatt capacity worth of AMD Instinct MI450 chips, with the first 1 gigawatt deliveries scheduled for the second half of 2026, alongside performance warrants giving Meta options to purchase up to 160 m
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 19:01 WIB
West Lombok District Government Sluggish; Sekotong Residents Threaten Community Contributions to Repair Broken Road
Residents of Buwun Mas village in Sekotong subdistrict, West Lombok, are threatening to pool funds for emergency road repairs if the district government fails to act immediately, following the death of a 16-year-old asthma patient who had to be carried across a damaged road to reach healthcare. The broken road has severely disrupted access to essential services, forcing residents to undertake lengthy detours or pay premium transport fees. District officials have acknowledged the emergency and pl
Fri, 27 Feb 2026, 18:58 WIB
Pramono Beats Rebana Drum With 1,300 People, HI Roundabout Takes on Religious Atmosphere
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung officially opened the Jakarta Ramadhan Festival at HI Roundabout in Central Jakarta, where he led 1,300 participants dressed in white Islamic attire in a coordinated rebana drum-beating ceremony. The festival, themed "Homecoming to Jakarta," aims to encourage residents to celebrate Eid in the capital by offering various conveniences including discounted hotels, simplified service access, and free public transport options during the Eid period.
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