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Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:31 WIB
New Facts in Case of Primary School Student Killed by His Step-Sibling in West Bandung Regency: Red Belt Holder
A 12-year-old primary school pupil, ASA, was killed by his 28-year-old stepbrother MZ at their home in Cipatat, West Bandung Regency. The victim, who held a red belt with two stripes in the Satria Muda Indonesia silat group, was found by his mother on the second floor following the incident. Investigations highlight the victim's martial arts background and the suspect's use of a sharp weapon.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Purbaya Assures MBG Programme Will Not Cut Education Budget
The Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa says the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme will not reduce the education budget, as MBG has its own funding within the education envelope. Officials emphasise that the 2026 APBN maintains 20% of spending for education, and other education initiatives will continue or even expand.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
PRR Task Force Chief Tito Distributes Aid to Sumatra Disaster Victims
Tito Karnavian, the Minister of Home Affairs and Chair of the PRR for Sumatra, distributed aid to hydrometeorological disaster victims in Pidie Jaya, Aceh, alongside the Social Affairs Minister. The package includes Rp15 million in heirs’ benefits for 56 deaths, Rp5 million for 23 serious injuries, livelihood guarantees for 66,629 people, and huntara subsidies for 18,839 households, plus Rp5 million social-economic stimulus for the same number of households, as well as additional assistance from Kemendagri. He noted strong central and regional efforts and outlined plans for long‑term recovery and data-driven expansion of housing and road infrastructure.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:30 WIB
Trump 'Burns' Money: US War Against Iran Costs Reach Rp15 Trillion Per Day
Analysts warn that the cost of the US operation against Iran is mounting, with daily expenditure around US$891.4 million (about Rp15 trillion). The Pentagon has yet to publish an official total, and there is uncertainty about how long the conflict will last, making final costs difficult to predict.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:29 WIB
Ensure Accelerated Post-Disaster Recovery in Pidie Jaya, Tito: There Have Been Many Changes
The Minister of Home Affairs and head of the Post-Disaster Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (PRR) Task Force for Sumatra, Muhammad Tito Karnavian, visited Pidie Jaya in Aceh to oversee accelerated recovery and aid distribution after the disaster at the end of November 2025. He noted substantial improvements over the past two to three months, including restored roads, electricity, and internet, while acknowledging ongoing work such as flood sediment cleanup and repairs to damaged bridges and roads, and he emphasised housing for refugees before Idul Fitri. The government distributed a range of assistance and singled out Pidie Jaya for receiving a large share of initial aid due to the district's rapid, comprehensive data on recipients.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:29 WIB
Public Works Minister: Puncak Toll Road Project Will Continue Under Unsolicited KPBU
The Indonesian Public Works Minister says the Puncak toll road project will proceed under an unsolicited KPBU, with potential bidders reviewing pre-feasibility studies as the government aims to accelerate construction to alleviate daily congestion on the route. The initiative underscores private sector involvement in infrastructure funding, as KPBU and related assignments have contributed to the national infrastructure financing since 2020-2024.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:29 WIB
2PointZero Group Completes Majority Acquisition in Italy-Based ISEM Packaging Group for AED 704 Million
2PointZero Group PJSC has completed the acquisition of a 60.8% stake in ISEM Packaging Group for AED 704 million, with Peninsula Capital holding the remaining 39.2%. The deal marks the packaging business as 2PointZero’s sixth consumer-focused vertical and will accelerate AI-driven growth, international expansion, and targeted M&A across ISEM’s manufacturing footprint and luxury client base.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:27 WIB
Map of Rental Car Fraud: From Rogue Mafia to the Receiver Syndicate
Rental car operators face a rising threat from embezzlement networks linked to organised crime. A fatal shooting occurred in January 2025 as a rental owner attempted to recover a vehicle stolen by a renter, while veteran operator Adi says he has been defrauded three times, including cases involving forged STNK documents.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:27 WIB
KPK Probes Formic Acid Procurement at the Ministry of Agriculture in 2021
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) is examining the formic acid procurement process at the Ministry of Agriculture in 2021. The probe, begun in March 2026, involves questioning witnesses in a broader case of alleged corruption linked to rubber-processing facilities procurement for 2021–2023, with suspected price mark-ups and ongoing money-laundering investigations tied to the former agriculture minister, Syahrul Yasin Limpo.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:27 WIB
Indonesia's ambition to mediate the United States–Israel–Iran conflict
Indonesia has offered to mediate tensions between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other, with the possibility of President Prabowo Subianto travelling to Tehran if parties are willing to open dialogue. The move showcases Jakarta's active diplomacy and its 'bebas aktif' foreign policy, potentially positioning Indonesia as a neutral mediator amid rising Middle East tensions. Observers see the initiative as a bold step to de-escalate tensions and broaden Indonesia's role beyond ASEAN.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:26 WIB
BRIN: Indonesia Needs to Engage Middle-Power Countries to De-escalate the Middle East Conflict
BRIN researchers urge Indonesia to enlist middle-power and allied nations to press for de-escalation in the Middle East after the US-Israel strike on Iran; the article notes calls for a robust Indonesian stance, cites international law violations by the February 28 operation, and mentions President Prabowo Subianto offering to mediate in Tehran.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:26 WIB
This is the chronology of the theft at Bibi Kelinci, up to the owner being named a suspect
The owner of the Bibi Kelinci restaurant explains the sequence of events surrounding a theft at her outlet, which later led to her being named a suspect. The incident involves a couple identified as Z and E who entered the kitchen, left without paying, and subsequent legal actions, including cease-and-desist notices, counterclaims, police investigations, and a rapid shift in who was named a suspect, prompting questions over procedural timelines.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:25 WIB
Lebaran Shopping Discount Festival 2026: Government and Retailers Set Targets
Indonesia’s government, in collaboration with retailers and mall operators, launched the Belanja di Indonesia Aja (BINA) Lebaran 2026 to spur consumption ahead of Eid al‑Fitr. The Coordinating Minister for the Economy set a target of about Rp53 trillion in transactions, around 20% higher than last year, to bolster domestic demand and early-year growth. The campaign runs from 6 to 30 March, involving roughly 800 brands, 80,000 stores and 414 shopping centres nationwide.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:24 WIB
APBN deficit hits Rp135.7 trillion in February 2026
Indonesia's Finance Ministry reports the APBN deficit through February 2026 reached Rp 135.7 trillion, equivalent to 0.5 per cent of GDP. Tax revenue in the first two months of 2026 rose by 30 per cent to Rp 290 trillion, while total revenue stood at Rp 358 trillion against a target of Rp 3,153.6 trillion; expenditure reached Rp 493.8 trillion, up from a year ago.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:24 WIB
Suwung Landfill Case Enters Investigation Stage, SPDP Sent to Badung Regent
Indonesia's Suwung landfill case in Badung Regency has moved into the investigation stage, with the SPDP notice sent to the Badung Regent. The Environment Minister says the case will be pursued criminally rather than via administrative measures, and calls for rapid waste segregation at source and urgent repairs to the wastewater treatment plant. Bali Governor Wayan Koster confirmed the matter is being handled by the Environment Ministry's enforcement directorate, not Bareskrim, and urged local officials to intensify source-level waste sorting and recycling facilities.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:24 WIB
From March 28, children's social media accounts will be deactivated; read the stages of Komdigi's new rules
Indonesia's Ministry of Communications and Digital (Komdigi) will phase out social media accounts of users under 16 starting 28 March 2026 under Regulation PP Tunas. The policy aims to shield minors from pornography, cyberbullying, and addictive algorithms, with a three-stage implementation for platforms and sanctions for non-compliance. The government will support parental digital literacy and provide education channels to ease the transition and reduce exposure to age-inappropriate content.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:23 WIB
Gold Investment Becomes More Lucrative, Potential Returns Up to 60% in a Year
Indonesia's Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs, Airlangga Hartarto, touts gold as a high-return investment, noting price gains of around 60% in the past year. He cites strong performance by Pegadaian and BSI in the bullion ecosystem and highlights growing demand for gold savings; the government is accelerating the bullion bank ecosystem with Pegadaian and Bank Syariah Indonesia as main operators.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:23 WIB
Trade Minister: BINA to boost the public's purchasing power and interest in local products
Trade Minister Budi Santoso described Belanja Nasional through BINA Lebaran 2026 as a tool to bolster public purchasing power and demand for locally produced goods, timed ahead of Lebaran and running 6-30 March 2026. He emphasised the programme as government–stakeholder collaboration, including UMKM, to stimulate domestic consumption and activity in the economy. APPBI's Alphonzus Widjaja said further shopping programmes would roll out from June to offset a long low season, with preparations underway.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:23 WIB
Logistics Costs Fall as Airlangga Says Eid Imports Unaffected
Airlangga Hartarto says Eid-related imports have entered the country before the Iran–Israel conflict and are not affected by rising logistics costs. He notes that while global oil prices have pushed up freight charges, Eid goods remain stable; the Indonesian Logistics Association reports some relief in overall logistics costs, though container rates to Europe have climbed from about US$4,000 to US$6,000 per 40‑foot container.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 20:23 WIB
Road in Kalideres Flooded by Sewage Water, City Government Finds Drainage Clogged with Trash and Mud
The West Jakarta City Government is investigating repeated flooding on Jalan Satu Maret caused by a blocked drainage system and a depressed road alignment, following a wastewater intrusion linked to PAM Jaya’s clean-water pipe project. A joint task force is flushing drainage to restore function, with plans to raise the road level after the project’s completion and minimise disruption during holiday periods.
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