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Syndicate Busted for Obtaining New Motorcycles via Fraudulent Leasing Using Borrowed Identity Documents

Central Java police have dismantled a major motorcycle trafficking ring operating from Pekalongan that obtained new vehicles through fraudulent leasing applications using borrowed identity documents. The syndicate, in operation since 2024, recruited members of the public to lend their national ID cards for credit applications with leasing companies, then collected the motorcycles without making payments and sold them onwards, with approximately 150 undocumented motorcycles trafficked to a wareho

Digital Communications Ministry confirms child protection policy does not hinder digital innovation

Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has reaffirmed that its child protection policies for digital spaces are designed to ensure platform responsibility rather than restrict innovation. Through Government Regulation No. 17 of 2025 on Electronic System Management in Child Protection (PP Tunas), the government mandates that digital platforms conduct risk assessments and implement safety-by-design and privacy-by-design principles before launching products and services intended

Police Arrest Gang of Toll Road Iron Thieves in Pademangan

Jakarta police arrested six members of a specialised gang engaged in stealing iron and cables from toll roads near Bintang Mas Police Post in North Jakarta on Friday evening. The arrest followed a citizen report and involved a brief chase, with officers seizing grinding equipment used to cut the stolen materials. The suspects are being charged under Article 477 of the 2023 Criminal Code amendment, which carries a maximum prison sentence of five years.

Rp121 billion from 2026 Aceh budget allocated for disaster recovery

The Aceh provincial government will allocate Rp121 billion from its 2026 budget towards recovery efforts from a disaster that occurred in late November 2025. The recovery programme will focus on infrastructure restoration, transportation access, and economic rehabilitation, with the Ministry of Home Affairs requiring the provincial government to redirect existing budget allocations accordingly.

Landslip Disaster in Semarang: Resident's Account of Home Collapse After Strong Winds and Heavy Rain

A landslip incident in Sukorejo Village, Gunungpati District, Semarang, Central Java has destroyed two homes, with one resident, Mujihadatun Istiqomah, losing her house on 18 February 2026. The collapse occurred during heavy rain and strong winds, with the ground suddenly giving way and causing her home to sink; fortunately, the resident and her children were not at home at the time.

KPK reveals why counterfeit goods case suspects own multiple safe houses

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has disclosed that suspects in an alleged bribery and gratification case involving counterfeit goods imports at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise maintained multiple safe houses to evade detection by law enforcement. The suspects frequently relocated their operations and assets between properties in Jakarta and Tangerang Selatan to prevent investigators from tracking their activities, with KPK discovering approximately 5 billion rupiah in c

Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs highlights rising risks to children entering digital space at younger ages

Indonesia's Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs has warned of increasing risks to children as they access the internet at ever-younger ages, with one child globally connecting to the internet every half second. The ministry's official noted that young children lack the cognitive and emotional development to filter complex information and manage digital content consumption, making them vulnerable to age-inappropriate content, emotional disturbances, and device dependency. The ministry e

American citizen in Batam attacked after altercation with online taxi driver

An American citizen identified as DJ was assaulted in Batam, Riau Islands, following a confrontation with an online taxi driver. The incident occurred on 25 February 2026 at a café in Batu Ampar when the driver allegedly hurled abusive language and physically attacked the victim, with an associate of the perpetrator subsequently joining the assault. The victim sustained bruising on both hands and elbows, whilst his companion who attempted to intervene suffered facial swelling and lacerations.

US Pentagon Reportedly Shoots Down Own Drone by Mistake

The US Pentagon reportedly accidentally shot down a US Customs and Border Protection drone using a high-energy laser anti-drone system near the US-Mexico border at Fort Hancock, Texas, prompting the FAA to impose flight restrictions until June 24. Democratic congressional members criticised the lack of coordination between military and civilian agencies, expressing concern over the risks of deploying advanced anti-drone systems without proper coordination. The incident comes amid heightened bord

Tesla adds AI Grok technology to vehicles; PP Tunas regulations effective from March 2026

Indonesia's Ministry of Communications and Digital Affairs has announced that Government Regulation Number 17 of 2025 (PP Tunas) concerning electronic system governance for child protection will take effect in March 2026. The regulation represents a significant policy development in Indonesia's digital governance framework, whilst Tesla expands its AI capabilities in Australia and various business announcements were made regarding tourism initiatives and automotive services.

Meet Religious Leader in Cipete, Kaesang: We Will Come Frequently to Seek Advice

Kaesang Pangarep, Chairman of the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI), visited Miftahul Ulum Islamic Boarding School in Jakarta's Cipete district as part of the party's Ramadan outreach initiative. The visit, which included meetings with the pesantren leadership and interactions with hundreds of students, reflects PSI's efforts to strengthen ties with Islamic educational institutions and religious leaders across Indonesia. The party emphasised that these Ramadan visits, conducted simultaneously ac

KPK Investigates Alleged Corruption in Customs Administration at Directorate General of Customs and Excise

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is investigating alleged corruption in customs administration at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DJBC) under the Ministry of Finance. Following a sting operation on 4 February 2026 targeting counterfeit goods importation, six of seventeen suspects have been formally charged, including DJBC enforcement officials and private cargo company executives. The investigation has expanded to include additional suspects and has uncovered approximat

Hino establishes mudik service posts across Sumatra and Java

PT Hino Motors Sales Indonesia (HMSI) has established 18 Lebaran service posts across strategic mudik routes from 17 to 26 March 2026, operating 24 hours daily to support its commercial vehicle customers. The initiative comprises 11 dedicated Lebaran posts and 7 emergency workshops offering free vehicle checks, technical consultations, storage services, and souvenirs, reflecting HMSI's Total Support commitment to ensure uninterrupted operations during Indonesia's busy Lebaran holiday period.

Hundreds of Semarang Students Besiege Central Java Police Headquarters, Demanding Stalled Police Reform

Hundreds of students from the Greater Semarang Alliance staged a demonstration outside Central Java Police Headquarters on Thursday, 26 February 2026, criticising the stalled police (Polri) reform agenda and condemning ongoing police violence. The protest was prompted by the recent death of a junior secondary school student, Arianto Tawakal, who was killed by Brimob personnel in Tual City, Maluku, with organisers calling for accountability and comprehensive police reform.

Latest Israeli Assault in Gaza Kills 5 People

Gaza's civil defence authority reported that Israeli airstrikes killed at least five people on Friday morning, with attacks occurring in central and southern Gaza. The violence marks a fresh escalation despite an ongoing US-mediated ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with both sides accusing each other of breaching the agreement that entered its second phase last month.

BTN Sets Wealth Management Business Growth Target of 15 Per Cent by 2026, Here Is Its Strategy

PT Bank Tabungan Negara (Persero) Tbk (BTN) has set an ambitious target for its wealth management division to grow at 15 per cent annually by end-2026, driven by product diversification and expansion beyond mortgage banking. The bank plans to expand its consumer banking offerings and financing support through its integrated digital platform Bale, incorporating new services such as credit cards, buy now pay later facilities, and motor vehicle credit. With wealth management customer numbers reachi

Corruption Commission Attributes Surge in Illegal Cigarettes to Customs Officials' Bribery Case

The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has linked a bribery case involving officials from the Directorate General of Customs and Excise to the proliferation of illegal cigarettes in Indonesia. The scheme involves fraudulent excise stamps and misuse of lower-duty excise marks on higher-duty products, causing significant state revenue losses. Seven suspects have been named, including former customs officials and tobacco company managers, with charges under anti-corruption and crimi

SIG Achieves Zero Fatal Workplace Accidents in 2025 and Strengthens Productivity Optimisation

PT Semen Indonesia (SIG) has achieved zero fatalities across all operating regions in 2025, reaffirming its commitment to workplace safety and health as a core company value. The state-owned cement producer surpassed safety targets with a Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate of 0.13 against a target of 0.3, and has implemented comprehensive safety programmes including Safety Academy and Visible Safety Leadership initiatives. These achievements resulted in SIG receiving awards from the Ministry of Lab

KISI Securities Ready to Bring Up to 8 Companies to IPO with Highest Assets of Rp3 Trillion

PT Korea Investment and Sekuritas Indonesia (KISI) announced it has 7 to 8 companies in its Initial Public Offering (IPO) pipeline, with the largest assets valued between Rp2 to Rp3 trillion. The pipeline comprises firms from the banking, tourism, mining and infrastructure sectors, all classified as large-scale enterprises under OJK regulations. As of 20 February 2026, the Indonesia Stock Exchange reported eight companies in the IPO queue, with no IPOs completed year-to-date, leaving Indonesia's

UMKM Minister: Only 19.4 per cent of bank credit disbursed to SMEs

Indonesia's Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (UMKM) Maman Abdurrahman revealed that bank credit disbursed to the UMKM sector outside the People's Business Credit (KUR) programme in 2025 has only reached 19.4 per cent of total national credit allocation—significantly short of the 25 per cent target set in the National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN). The Minister emphasised that credit evaluation outside KUR will be a priority, whilst civil society leaders called for faster di

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