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Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:31 WIB
Bahar bin Smith offers Rp272 million to settle, but victim demands Rp2 billion
Bahar bin Smith offered Rp272.7 million to the victim in a restorative justice mediation at the Tangerang City Police, but the victim’s side reportedly demanded Rp2 billion for restitution. Bahar’s lawyer described the higher sum as extortion, while the victim’s family rejected the settlement and insisted the legal process proceed. Earlier offers of cash and a motorcycle were also refused.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:30 WIB
Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers: No Problems for Indonesian Migrant Workers in Iran
Indonesian Minister for Migrant Workers, Mukhtarudin, says there are no reported problems for Indonesian Migrant Workers in Iran, despite regional tensions. He notes PMIs remain under Iranian government control and under Indonesia’s representation, and cites a vlog as reassurance while monitoring escalations and preparing emergency measures. PMIs mostly travel independently because Iran is not an official placement destination, with numbers around a hundred domestic workers.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:27 WIB
A Look at Ramadan MBG Menu Preparation at SPPG, 'Mothers Can Check Price Details'
During Ramadan, the SPPG Pangauban in Batujajar continues to operate to ensure the Free Nutritious Meals (MBG) programme under President Prabowo Subianto is delivered with quality. Republika observed volunteers packaging Ramadan menus for 4,000 beneficiaries, consisting of dried goods such as milk, bread, fruit, dates and eggs, with price details included to ensure compliance; supervising mothers can check the price details.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:27 WIB
MacBook Neo Officially Launches; Apple's Cheapest Laptop Starts at Rp10 Million
Apple has introduced the MacBook Neo as its new entry-level laptop, priced from $599 (about Rp10.1 million). The device features 8 GB unified memory, up to 16-hour battery, a notch-free display, and claims of improved performance over Intel-based competitors, positioning Apple to broaden its budget range.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:26 WIB
Two Children of JICT Retiree Ermanto Usman Undergo Psychological Assessments at LPSK
Two children of Ermanto Usman, a 65-year-old former JICT employee killed in Pondok Gede, Bekasi, have begun clinical and psychological assessments at the Witness and Victims Protection Agency (LPSK) after seeking protection. Parliamentarian Rieke Diah Pitaloka accompanied the family to LPSK and urged protection for the wife, four children and their son-in-law, along with anyone else connected to the victim, as the case seeks a full inquiry into the mastermind as well as the executor.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:25 WIB
Two suspects in the murder of a Joxzin member in Bantul arrested
Police have arrested two suspects in the fatal stabbing of a Joxzin member in Kaliurang, Bantul. After interviewing witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage, officers identified the suspects—SS (29) as the executor and FS (22) as the accomplice, who is being questioned; the victim has been confirmed as Kitin Yogatama Rustamaji (KYR). The victims home was attacked by two masked assailants, and the suspects are now in detention at Bantul Police Headquarters as investigations continue.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:25 WIB
Iranian security source denies Kurdish attack reports against Iran
An Iranian security source has rejected Western media reports alleging Kurdish groups crossed the Iranian border, Nour News said on Thursday. Fox News had reported a ground attack by Iraqi Kurdish groups, while Tasnim cited no Kurdish movements detected at Iran's western border, and Axios' Barak Ravid said a senior official from an Iran-Kurdish faction denied the attack. The conflicting accounts illustrate the contested narratives around cross-border Kurdish activity.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:24 WIB
Rano Karno's Return from Umrah Amid Iran–Israel Conflict, Passenger Pays Rp28 Million for a Taxi
Jakarta's Deputy Governor Rano Karno recounted his return from Umrah in Saudi Arabia amid the Iran–Israel conflict, noting that a fellow passenger paid nearly Rp28 million for a taxi from Doha to Riyadh to reach a Jakarta-bound flight after transit routes via Qatar and Abu Dhabi were halted. He said direct Saudi–Jakarta flights remain operational with three carriers, while tens of thousands of pilgrims were stranded awaiting a resolution to the disruption.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:24 WIB
Rieke: The Domestic Workers Protection Bill Has Been Stalled for 22 Years; It's Not an Issue of Legislation, but the State's Commitment
Labor rights advocate Rieke Diah Pitaloka called on Parliament to accelerate the passage of the Domestic Workers Protection Bill (RUU PPRT), arguing that the 22-year delay transcends normal legislative process and reflects the state’s commitment to protecting a vulnerable workforce. She urged ratification of ILO Convention 189 and sought cross-party support to recognise workers’ status and rights.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:24 WIB
Gold Price Poised to Test Support at USD 5,095, Analyst: Correction Still Healthy in Bullish Trend
Gold prices hover around key technical levels, with initial support at USD 5,095 and a stronger support near USD 4,854. If price action convincingly breaks these levels, upside targets around USD 5,370 could emerge, while a solid US economy keeps near‑term gains restrained.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:24 WIB
Poverty That Kills a Child's Hope
Two-day-old baby girl found abandoned in a black shopping bag on a nasi uduk cart in Pejaten Raya, South Jakarta. Police say a note left at the scene was written by someone using the initials Z, claiming to be the baby's sister, and stating that their mother died in childbirth. The incident underscores poverty and gaps in social protection for vulnerable groups, prompting calls for stronger community and state support—such as open spaces in religious centres and RPTRAs acting as reporting and assistance posts.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:23 WIB
Airlangga Affirms Indonesia's Subsidised Fuel Prices Will Not Rise Yet
Coordinating Minister Airlangga Hartarto says subsidised fuel prices in Indonesia will not rise for now, with the APBN assuming US$70 per barrel ICP. He notes that global oil prices have climbed amid the Iran–Israel conflict and Hormuz Strait tensions. Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia also pledged that subsidised fuel will not rise until Idul Fitri 2026, while non-subsidised prices follow market mechanisms.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:21 WIB
Realme 16 5G becomes first in its class to feature 'Selfie Mirror'
Realme is launching the realme 16 5G in Indonesia as the first device in its class to feature a Selfie Mirror, enabling rear selfies. The phone combines a 50 MP dual camera setup with a Sony sensor and LumaColor portrait algorithm, and introduces Air Design with a flagship-style camera bar. Full specifications will be revealed at the 10 March 2026 launch live on realme Indonesia's YouTube channel.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:21 WIB
Regent Fadi Arafiq Lacks Understanding of Governance, Golkar Says the Party Has Already Provided Him With Training
Golkar says it has supplied governance training to its cadres serving as regional heads, but they must continually upgrade their knowledge. The comments come as Pekalongan Regent Fadi Arafiq admits he does not understand governance or law after a KPK arrest, with KPK naming him a suspect in a 2023-2026 outsourcing and other procurement case in Pekalongan Regency.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:21 WIB
KNEKS Warns of Impacts of UUS Spin-Offs: Many Small-Scale Sharia Banks
KNEKS warns that the obligation to spin off Sharia business units could lead to a proliferation of small-scale Sharia banks, potentially undermining regulator efforts to consolidate the industry and achieve scale. The committee advocates corporate actions, citing Bank Syariah Indonesia's growth as an exemplar, and notes UUS spin-offs are triggered by assets reaching 50% of the parent’s total assets; the approach could be complemented by mergers and acquisitions.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:21 WIB
Teenager Shot by Police, Urged to Review SOP on Firearm Use
A member of the House of Representatives Commission III urged Polri to review the SOP for police firearms use following the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old in Makassar. The call underscores the need for professional, proportional use of force and for a transparent investigation to uphold accountability.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:20 WIB
Ministry of Finance: Each Rp1 Trillion State Capital Injection Enables PT PII to Guarantee Rp12 Trillion Worth of Projects
The Indonesian Ministry of Finance says PT PII can guarantee projects worth up to 12 times the state capital injection received. With Rp1 trillion PMN, guarantees could cover about Rp12 trillion in projects. Officials say the capacity is large but will be expanded, including through co-guarantee arrangements and innovative financing, without increasing APBN use.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:19 WIB
Tanjung Priok Customs Foil Illegal Export of 3.05 Tonnes of Pangolin Scales
Tanjung Priok Customs halted an illegal export of 3.05 tonnes of pangolin scales (Manis javanica) valued at about Rp183 billion, destined for Cambodia. The seizure followed intelligence-led checks, with cooperation from Jakarta's conservation authorities, and underscores Indonesia's ongoing crackdown on wildlife trafficking and smuggling.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:19 WIB
Aceh Housewife Trades Rental Car for One Ounce of Meth, Police Chase the Receiver
A housewife in Aceh, identified as NUR, allegedly misappropriated a rental car and exchanged it for one ounce of methamphetamine. Police are pursuing the receiver and investigating, with the case currently under investigation and the car sought. The incident highlights risks in rental procedures and the need for tighter controls.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026, 12:19 WIB
Gold Prices Tugged by the US Dollar, Analyst: Could Trade Between US$4,882 and US$5,244
Global gold prices are seen facing near-term pressure as the US dollar strengthens after ISM Manufacturing PMI data beat expectations. The ISM Prices Paid subindex surged to 70.5, suggesting hotter producer inflation and prompting markets to re-price expectations for Fed rate cuts, with higher Treasury yields weighing on gold.
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