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Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:57 WIB
Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Urges Greater Saudi Visits to Indonesia
Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah has called for increased visits from Saudi Arabian citizens to Indonesia, emphasising the country's strategic bilateral partnership and noting record numbers of Indonesian pilgrims undertaking Hajj and Umrah. With 2.6 million Umrah pilgrims and 221,000 Hajj pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia this year, the minister stressed the importance of reciprocal tourism between the two nations. The Saudi Ambassador affirmed the deepening diplomatic relationsh
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:56 WIB
Psychologist highlights unconscious 'oversharing' behaviour on social media
A psychologist has cautioned against unconscious oversharing on social media, attributing the behaviour to intense emotional states that trigger impulsive posting without consideration of consequences. The expert identified key manifestations of oversharing, including disclosure of excessively personal content, sharing others' stories without permission, and posting whilst experiencing heightened emotional intensity. To mitigate this behaviour, the psychologist recommends employing a "pause" tec
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:54 WIB
Three Former Belawan Port Authority Heads Detained in Corruption Probe
The North Sumatra Prosecutor's Office has detained three former heads of Belawan Port Authority as suspects in a corruption case involving non-tax state revenue (PNBP) from port services during 2023–2024. Investigators allege the officials failed to properly reconcile mandatory pilotage and towing service revenues, causing alleged state financial losses totalling billions of rupiah. The suspects face charges under Indonesia's anti-corruption law and the criminal code.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:54 WIB
Regional Council Demands Stricter Post-Study Monitoring of Overseas LPDP Scholarship Recipients
Indonesia's Regional Representative Council (DPD) has called for tighter post-study oversight of LPDP scholarship recipients studying abroad, prompted by cases of recipients failing to fulfil mandatory service obligations. The LPDP director general confirmed that 44 recipients have been sanctioned, with eight ordered to return funds and 36 under investigation, exposing enforcement gaps in the 2N+1 service scheme requiring recipients to work in Indonesia for twice their study period plus one year
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:52 WIB
Distinguished Professor at IPB: Aged Water Containers Remain Safe with Proper Maintenance
Professor Ahmad Sulaeman from IPB University's food safety division has confirmed that reusable water containers of any age remain safe for public consumption when properly maintained and stored, contrary to assumptions that older containers pose greater chemical risks. The expert emphasised that safety depends not on container age but on correct storage conditions and care practices, with harmful chemical migration only occurring under extreme temperatures or pH conditions. In Indonesia, bottle
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:50 WIB
Mount Semeru erupts with 3-kilometre pyroclastic flow as authorities warn of lahar risk
Mount Semeru in Indonesia has erupted again, ejecting a 3-kilometre pyroclastic flow towards Besuk Kobokan on Tuesday evening, captured by local residents. Though residential areas remain unaffected thus far, the Lumajang Disaster Management Agency is on high alert for potential lahars (volcanic mudflows) amid continued heavy rainfall in the region.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:39 WIB
KPK Addresses Possible Reinstatement of 57 Former Staff Following Central Information Commission Ruling
The Central Information Commission has ruled that the Indonesian anti-corruption agency (KPK) must disclose results from its 2021 national insight test that led 57 employees to fail and leave their positions. KPK Chairman Setyo Budiyanto stated the agency will review the ruling, whilst civil society advocates argue the decision represents a victory against obstruction of Indonesia's corruption-fighting efforts. The ruling potentially paves the way for the reinstatement of these former employees
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:37 WIB
Experts Call for Middle-Power Nations to Strengthen Cooperation in Navigating Global Dynamics
A prominent International Relations academic has urged Indonesia and other middle-power countries to coordinate more effectively in response to perceived UN ineffectiveness and major-power dominance in global affairs. The scholar warned that without such cooperation, the erosion of international law—evidenced by the normalisation of territorial conquest—poses direct strategic risks to Indonesia regarding border disputes, the South China Sea, and regional stability. He emphasised that middle-powe
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:37 WIB
UN Secretary-General reiterates call for immediate ceasefire in Ukraine
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has renewed his appeal for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of the crisis, emphasising that peace must be grounded in the UN Charter, international law, and respect for Ukrainian sovereignty and territorial integrity. Guterres warned that the prolonged conflict continues to inflict devastating humanitarian costs on civilians whilst threatening regional and international peace and security. The UN remains prepared
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:35 WIB
Sixty residents affected by land movement disaster in Semarang City
A soil creep disaster triggered by heavy rainfall has displaced 60 residents in Semarang City's Tembalang District, with approximately 15 houses severely damaged or collapsed. The incident, which began in early February 2026, was caused by rainfall saturating clay-rich soil, forcing 22 families into emergency shelters. The city's Disaster Management Agency is providing emergency assistance and support to those affected by the slow-moving landslide.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:34 WIB
Minister of Social Affairs Encourages 84,000 PKH Beneficiaries in Serang to Join Merah Putih Village Cooperative
Indonesia's Minister of Social Affairs, Saifullah Yusuf, has urged 84,000 Family Hope Programme (PKH) beneficiary families in Serang Regency, Banten, to join the Merah Putih Village Cooperative to enhance their economic independence. The initiative aims to foster collaboration between cooperatives and the government's social welfare programme, moving PKH recipients towards greater self-sufficiency and economic empowerment through localised cooperative structures.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:34 WIB
North Barito Archives and Library Service Displays Ancient Islamic Manuscripts
The Archives and Library Service of North Barito in Central Kalimantan is exhibiting two ancient Islamic sermon manuscripts dating from the 1930s–1940s, part of a broader initiative to preserve and promote local cultural heritage to the younger generation. The manuscripts are being digitised through the National Library's Khastara digital platform, which both safeguards these fragile documents from deterioration and enables global public access to Indonesia's intellectual heritage, with the exhi
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:29 WIB
European Union Highlights Four Years of Russian Invasion and Ukraine's Demonstrated Resilience
The European Union's Ambassador to Indonesia has characterised Russia as an unreliable partner whilst highlighting Ukraine's resilience and institutional reforms over four years of invasion. Drawing on historical context from the 1990s when Ukraine dismantled its nuclear arsenal in exchange for security guarantees that Russia subsequently violated, Ambassador Denis Chaibi emphasised that Ukraine's struggle encompasses not merely military defence but also democratic accountability and societal tr
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 21:11 WIB
Counter-Protesters Disperse Student Demonstration at Yogyakarta Police Headquarters
A student demonstration in Yogyakarta protesting the death of a 14-year-old killed by a Brimob officer in Maluku was dispersed by counter-protesters claiming to represent local citizens. The protest reflected broader public anger at the Indonesian National Police's failed institutional reforms and systemic violence, with demonstrators characterising their action as expressing anger at the institution itself rather than individual officers. The incident highlights escalating tensions between publ
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 21:05 WIB
Following El Mencho's Death, DPR Member Urges Government to Ensure Safety of Indonesian Citizens in Mexico
Following the killing of Mexican drug cartel leader El Mencho by military forces, which triggered violent retaliatory attacks across Jalisco state, a member of Indonesia's House of Representatives has called on the government to ensure the safety of 45 Indonesian citizens residing there. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed all Indonesian nationals are currently safe and complying with local restrictions to remain indoors. The DPR pledged to monitor developments and urged the embassy to int
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 21:00 WIB
Regional innovation critical to Indonesia's economic transformation, BRIN chief urges
BRIN Chief Arif Satria has called for regional leaders to intensify innovation efforts to support Indonesia's "Golden Indonesia 2045" vision of becoming a developed and competitive economy by the nation's centenary. The National Development Planning Minister emphasised that regional competitiveness depends on productivity, infrastructure, and innovation capacity, with equitable technology access essential for narrowing regional disparities. The government has positioned stronger regional innovat
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:59 WIB
Ministry of Religious Affairs to Disburse Rp 4.5 Trillion in Operational Assistance for Islamic Schools Before Eid
The Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs plans to disburse Rp 4.5 trillion in operational assistance to over 83,000 Islamic educational institutions (madrasahs and early childhood centres) before Eid al-Fitr 2026. The disbursement comprises Rp 428 billion for early childhood centres and Rp 4.1 trillion for madrasahs, whilst the government shifts its funding distribution mechanism from quarterly to semi-annual cycles starting in 2026.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:59 WIB
Banten Provincial Government Distributes IDR 233 Million Assistance to Religious Teachers and Quran Instructors
The Banten Provincial Government has distributed IDR 233 million in social assistance to religious teachers, mosque caretakers, Quran instructors, and Islamic educational institutions as part of its Ramadan Safari programme. The aid, distributed in collaboration with the Indonesian Mosque Council and the National Zakat Amil Agency, also included support for housing, education, and clean water infrastructure in Serang City. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen social protect
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:57 WIB
Qur'anic reading and memorisation education for visually impaired students at Raudlatul Makfufin Islamic boarding school
Raudlatul Makfufin Islamic boarding school in South Tangerang, Banten, provides specialised Qur'anic education to 28 visually impaired students through Braille-based reading and memorisation programmes. The initiative demonstrates Indonesia's commitment to enhancing religious literacy and educational accessibility for people with visual disabilities through adapted learning methods.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:56 WIB
Islamic Banking Increasingly Competitive Despite 7 Per Cent Market Share
Indonesia's Deposit Insurance Corporation chairman has highlighted significant improvements in the competitiveness of Islamic banks relative to conventional banks, citing Bank Syariah Indonesia as a successful example despite the sector's modest 7 per cent market share. Government-backed consolidation initiatives, including the creation of BSI, BSN, and the merger of BTN with Bank Viktoria Syariah, have been instrumental in strengthening Islamic banking competitiveness through improved pricing a
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