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Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:09 WIB
PAM Jaya and PALJAYA Revitalise Communal Sanitation Facilities in Manggarai
Jakarta's water utility PAM JAYA and wastewater operator PALJAYA have jointly revitalised communal bathing and sanitation facilities in Manggarai, South Jakarta, equipping them with biopal waste treatment systems to prevent direct discharge into waterways. The initiative aims to reduce environmental contamination and bacterial exposure, including E. coli, as part of broader efforts to transform Jakarta into a cleaner, healthier global city.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:04 WIB
Residents Call for Extension of Jakarta LRT Route to Improve Mobility
Jakarta residents are urging the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government to extend the LRT network beyond the current Phase 1B Velodrome–Manggarai line, which is now 89 per cent complete, to reach densely populated areas and economic centres. Governor Pramono Anung confirmed the administration is focused on completing Phase 1B for operation next year, after which potential extensions to Tanjung Priok, Jakarta International Stadium, Ancol, and PIK 2 will be evaluated.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 19:04 WIB
Explosion occurs during firecracker production in Kertek, Wonosobo
A young man suffered burns and lacerations after an explosion during illegal firecracker assembly in Kertek, Wonosobo, Central Java, when sparks from an angle grinder ignited explosive materials. Police are investigating the source of the firecracker ingredients and have warned the public against illegally purchasing, storing, or assembling explosive materials, citing both safety risks and legal consequences.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:57 WIB
Grobogan and Demak Still Submerged After Nearly a Week of Flooding
Flooding that began on 15 February has affected over 10,000 families and nearly 18,000 homes across the Central Java regencies of Grobogan and Demak, prompting Grobogan to declare an emergency response status until at least 22 February. The National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) is deploying heavy equipment to repair breached embankments along the Tuntang River, identified as the primary cause of the widespread inundation, whilst providing ongoing support to local authorities until condition
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:51 WIB
Rupiah weakens amid expectations of prolonged higher Fed interest rates
The Indonesian rupiah weakened slightly to Rp16,903 per US dollar at Friday's opening, pressured by a stronger greenback as markets anticipate US interest rates remaining elevated for longer. Analysts expect the currency to trade in a narrow range of Rp16,800–Rp16,950, with Bank Indonesia's stabilisation measures and Indonesia's trade surplus providing a floor against deeper depreciation.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:47 WIB
Rice seller in Banjarmasin earns Rp1 million per day after joining Baznas microfinance programme
Indonesia's National Zakat Agency (Baznas) has successfully empowered a small food trader in Banjarmasin through its Baznas Microfinance Desa (BMD) programme, boosting her daily turnover from Rp800,000 to Rp1 million. The interest-free financing scheme, which replaces conventional interest with voluntary charitable contributions (infak), exemplifies Baznas's strategy of transforming zakat recipients (mustahik) into self-sufficient entrepreneurs and eventually zakat payers (muzaki), contributing
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:46 WIB
Jakarta Metropolitan Police Move Swiftly to Handle Flooding in Kebon Pala, East Jakarta
The Jakarta Metropolitan Police's Marine and Air Police Directorate deployed search-and-rescue teams, rubber boats, and safety equipment to evacuate residents from one-metre-deep flooding in Kebon Pala, East Jakarta, after overnight rain on Thursday inundated the low-lying neighbourhood. Officers evacuated infants and helped residents secure motorcycles and valuables, whilst local officials reported that floodwaters had been rising since 2 a.m. and severed access roads to the area.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:44 WIB
BI: Indonesia's Balance of Payments Records US$6.1 Billion Surplus in Q4 2025
Bank Indonesia reported that the country's balance of payments recorded a US$6.1 billion surplus in the fourth quarter of 2025, supported by a low current account deficit and a capital and financial account surplus. For the full year 2025, the current account deficit narrowed significantly to US$1.5 billion (0.1% of GDP) from US$8.6 billion (0.6% of GDP) in 2024, while foreign exchange reserves rose to US$156.5 billion, underscoring the resilience of Indonesia's external sector amid heightened g
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:43 WIB
Profile: Prihati Pujowaskito, the Military Doctor Appointed as BPJS Kesehatan President Director
President Prabowo Subianto has appointed military cardiologist Prihati Pujowaskito as president director of BPJS Kesehatan for the 2026–2031 term. A Kopassus veteran and interventional cardiology consultant at the RSPAD Gatot Soebroto military hospital, Pujowaskito brings extensive clinical, academic, and military credentials to lead Indonesia's national health insurance body, including service on the Presidential Physicians Expert Panel since 2019.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:40 WIB
Cilandak Timur and Bintaro residents evacuated due to flooding
Heavy upstream rainfall caused the Krukut River to overflow, flooding dozens of neighbourhoods across South Jakarta and forcing residents in Cilandak Timur and Bintaro to evacuate. The Jakarta Regional Disaster Mitigation Agency recorded 61 community units and six roads inundated, deploying multiple agencies to pump floodwaters and provide basic necessities to affected residents.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:39 WIB
Foreign Minister affirms Indonesia's active support for Palestine to partners at UN Headquarters
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono held bilateral meetings with his Egyptian, Pakistani and Jordanian counterparts at UN Headquarters in New York, reaffirming Indonesia's commitment to Palestinian ceasefire efforts and civilian protection in Gaza. The ministers agreed that the Board of Peace mechanism must align with the two-state solution and international law, whilst Indonesia stressed its early participation in the Board of Peace and the International Stabilisation Force would be guided by h
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:34 WIB
BRIN Promotes Public-Private Partnerships to Build International-Standard Research Vessels
Indonesia's National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) is advancing a public-private partnership (KPBU) scheme to modernise the national research vessel fleet, aiming to close a significant gap between current capacity of 2,500 sailing days per year and the ideal target of 8,000 days. The project envisions multipurpose research vessels equipped with advanced technology under a 20-year Design Build Finance Operate Maintain Transfer concession, with contract signing targeted for the first quar
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:33 WIB
Trump: Clarity on Iran Deal Within 10 Days
US President Donald Trump has set a 10-day window for clarity on whether a nuclear deal with Iran is achievable, warning that Washington may be forced to escalate pressure if negotiations fail. Trump credited last June's US bombing of Iranian nuclear facilities with creating a period of relative calm in the region, whilst two US carrier strike groups have been deployed to the area as talks continue in Geneva.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:33 WIB
KPK Inaugurates Six Senior Officials, Including Director of Investigation
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has inaugurated six senior officials selected through an open recruitment process that began in October 2025, filling key positions including the directorates of investigation, prosecution, and corruption detection. KPK Secretary General Cahya Hardianto Harefa urged the newly appointed officials to undertake immediate organisational improvements and enhance institutional performance in carrying out their anti-corruption mandate.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:31 WIB
Airlangga Says 1,819 Tariff Lines for Indonesian Products Granted Duty-Free Access to US
Indonesia and the United States have concluded negotiations on an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) granting zero per cent import duty on 1,819 Indonesian tariff lines — spanning palm oil, coffee, cocoa, spices, rubber, electronic components, semiconductors, and aircraft parts — plus a quota-based duty-free scheme for textiles and garments. In return, Indonesia will eliminate tariffs on key US agricultural commodities such as wheat and soybeans, ease import licensing, and commit to purchasing
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:31 WIB
Police Chief: Train Accident Caused by Container Body Left on Railway Tracks
A train operating on the Manggarai–Soekarno-Hatta Airport route struck a container truck at the Poris Station level crossing in Tangerang after the truck's container body remained on the tracks whilst the cab had already crossed. The collision dragged the container approximately 100 metres; all passengers were evacuated with no fatalities reported, though an investigation into the precise cause is ongoing.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:30 WIB
Fadli Zon Raises Prospects for Cultural Cooperation with Yemen
Indonesian Culture Minister Fadli Zon has proposed strengthening bilateral cultural ties with Yemen, noting that despite historical connections dating back to the 7th century, no dedicated cultural cooperation agreement exists between the two nations. The Yemeni Ambassador reciprocated by calling for the reactivation of the Indonesia-Yemen joint committee and broader cooperation in trade, economy, and investment.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:26 WIB
Reports: Britain Refuses to Provide Military Bases for US Strikes on Iran
Britain has reportedly refused to allow the United States to use its military bases, including Diego Garcia in the Chagos Islands, for potential strikes against Iran, according to The Times. The refusal is said to have prompted President Trump to withdraw support for Prime Minister Starmer's plan to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, escalating tensions between London and Washington over both military strategy and the long-disputed archipelago's future.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:26 WIB
Areas Affected by Flooding in Jakarta Until Friday Morning
Ninety neighbourhood units (RT) and six road segments in Jakarta were inundated as of Friday morning, 20 February 2026, following heavy rainfall and the overflow of several rivers including Kali Angke, Kali Pesanggrahan, Kali Krukut, and Kali Uangan. South Jakarta bore the brunt with 83 affected RT, with floodwaters reaching up to one metre in some areas such as Cipete Utara and Pondok Pinang, significantly disrupting residents' daily activities and traffic on busy roads.
Fri, 20 Feb 2026, 18:25 WIB
KPK Suspects Storing Money in Safe Houses Is Common Practice Within Customs
The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) suspects that the use of safe houses to store corruption proceeds is a widespread practice within the Directorate General of Customs and Excise at the Ministry of Finance. The revelation follows a sting operation on 4 February 2026 that led to six suspects being named in a bribery and gratification case linked to the importation of counterfeit goods, including a senior Customs director and several cargo company officials.
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