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Flood Management Takes Priority in Kelapa Gading Musrenbang Proposals

The Kelapa Gading sub-district in North Jakarta held a Musrenbang (development planning meeting) in which residents submitted 221 proposals, with flood management and infrastructure repair emerging as the top priorities. The majority of proposals targeted the Public Works Sub-department (67 proposals) and Transportation Sub-department (58 proposals), with 186 proposals being accommodated across three villages. The North Jakarta administration has committed to realising these priority proposals a

Protecting Ramadan from Vulnerable Points

West Nusa Tenggara authorities have intensified security operations during Ramadan 2026, deploying police personnel to manage increased traffic congestion and youth activity in vulnerable areas, with several raids resulting in motorcycle confiscations and teenage detentions. The surge in vehicle and pedestrian movement one to two hours before iftar (breaking the fast) presents significant public safety challenges requiring both enforcement and creative social engineering. Officials emphasise tha

Indonesian Embassy Kuala Lumpur Strengthens Diplomatic Ties Through Media Iftar in Malaysia

The Indonesian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur hosted a Ramadhan iftar gathering with representatives from major Malaysian media outlets, providing newly appointed Ambassador Mohammad Iman Hascarya an opportunity to build relationships with journalists covering Indonesia-related issues. The event facilitated discussions on key topics including migrant worker affairs and explored potential for the ambassador to contribute opinion pieces to Malaysian publications, furthering bilateral media engagement and

Nutritious Sahur Meals and Strengthened Child Social Media Account Safeguards

ANTARA's daily news roundup highlights nutritionist recommendations for energy-sustaining sahur meals during Ramadan fasting. Deputy Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs Nezar Patria has called for social media platforms to tighten account creation safeguards for children to strengthen digital protection. The roundup also addresses concerns that planned imports of 105,000 Indian pick-up trucks could undermine Indonesia's domestic automotive manufacturing sector.

Bengkulu High Prosecutor's Office Names Four New Suspects in Musi Hydroelectric Power Plant Corruption Case

The Bengkulu High Prosecutor's Office has identified four new suspects in a corruption investigation involving the Musi Hydroelectric Power Plant, allegedly inflating equipment prices for control system replacements. The suspects—executives from private supplier companies—manipulated procurement processes through price collusion with state-owned PT PLN, resulting in suspected combined state losses of approximately IDR 14.35 billion. The case highlights systemic vulnerabilities in public procurem

Yaqut's Pre-Trial Hearing and Dismissal of Brimob Member Accused of Assaulting Student

This news digest reports on several significant Indonesian legal developments, including corruption investigations against former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas by the Corruption Eradication Commission and the dismissal of a Brimob member for allegedly assaulting a student in Maluku. The coverage also encompasses KPK probes into counterfeit goods importation and parliamentary concerns regarding the detention of contract workers for secondary employment.

Jakarta Yesterday: Tattoo Removal and Padel Court Construction

Jakarta's provincial government prohibited padel court construction in residential areas to prevent community disruption, simultaneously allocating Rp50 billion for the revitalisation of the Jakarta pavilion at Taman Mini Indonesia Indah. The regulatory measures followed mounting resident complaints about padel court construction disturbances and a Transjakarta bus accident investigation on Gunung Sahari.

Yesterday: Fourteen PBNU leadership candidates amid parliamentary threshold controversy

An Indonesian news roundup from 24 February 2026 highlights the release of fourteen candidates for the Nahdlatul Ulama (PBNU) chairmanship and intensifying debate over a proposed seven per cent parliamentary threshold. Election monitors and political observers offer contrasting assessments on the threshold proposal's impact on democratic principles and transactional politics, whilst senior political figures weigh in on party activities and international relations.

National Police Traffic Corps Establishes 25 Integrated Service Posts for Eid Holiday Exodus

Indonesia's National Police Traffic Corps (Korlantas Polri) is establishing 25 integrated service posts across major highways from Palembang to East Java to manage traffic during the 2026 Eid al-Fitr homecoming period. The strategically located posts, identified through congestion surveys, will provide travellers with security services, emergency vehicle repair, medical facilities, prayer areas, and rest facilities, including dedicated accessibility for people with disabilities. This comprehensi

Yesterday's Criminal Incidents: Petrol Station Assault to Casablanca Flyover Incident

A Jakarta crime roundup on 24 February covering an alleged assault on a petrol station employee by a law enforcement officer, vandalism of the Casablanca flyover by motorcyclists, arrests of armed motorcycle thieves, and a postponed pre-trial hearing for former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut in a corruption case involving hajj quota allocation. The incidents highlight ongoing law enforcement activities and judicial proceedings in Jakarta's criminal justice system.

National Police Traffic Corps Prepares Four Security Clusters for Ketupat Operation

Indonesia's National Police Traffic Corps has established four security clusters for Operation Ketupat 2026, a nationwide initiative to manage traffic during the Eid homecoming period. The operation targets arterial roads, toll networks, religious and tourist destinations, and transportation hubs, with West Java identified as a critical congestion point requiring strategic traffic management. Police are deploying situational management techniques including contraflow systems and one-way routes t

Cabinet Secretary: Indonesia Targets Acceleration of Strategic Technology Mastery

Indonesia's Cabinet Secretary announced a strategic partnership between the Indonesia Danantara Investment Management Agency and Arm Limited, witnessed by President Prabowo Subianto in London, aimed at accelerating the country's acquisition of critical semiconductor and chip design technologies. The collaboration will include training for 15,000 engineers in chip design to develop Indonesia's capabilities in semiconductor development. This partnership marks Indonesia's transition from being a te

Government clarifies Ramadan meal budget as Indonesia reports no confirmed Nipah virus cases

Indonesia's government clarified budget allocations for its Free Nutritious Meal Programme during Ramadan whilst health authorities confirmed there are no confirmed cases of Nipah virus infection despite 16 suspected cases being investigated. The updates reflect ongoing government efforts to manage public health and welfare amid infrastructure challenges including flooding in Bali and the delayed reopening of Mount Rinjani.

Protest at Yogyakarta Police Headquarters Subsides, Three Students Returned to Universities

A protest at Yogyakarta Regional Police headquarters over an alleged deadly assault by a Mobile Brigade member has subsided, with order restored and three detained students returned to their universities. The Yogyakarta police confirmed that, despite minor damage to the headquarters' eastern fence, officers prioritised persuasive measures and local cultural values in handling the demonstration. The accused officer, Bripda Mesias Viktor Siahaya, was dismissed following a 14-hour ethics hearing re

Parliament Calls on Police to Ban Loudspeakers at 'Sahur on the Road' Events in Jombang

A member of Indonesia's parliament has urged police to halt loudspeaker use during 'Sahur on the Road' events in Jombang, contending that the practice contradicts Islamic principles and disturbs fasting residents. Authorities have confirmed the controversial event lacked proper authorisation, prompting broader concerns about religious propriety during Ramadan and the risk of similar unauthorised activities spreading to other regions.

Love Hill Becomes Popular Ramadan Fasting-Break Spot for Batang Residents

Bukit Cinta (Love Hill), a cliff-side location in Batang Regency, Central Java, has become a favoured destination for residents seeking to observe ngabuburit—the traditional practice of watching for sunset during Ramadan—with views of the Java North Coast and passing trains. Despite safety hazards and the requirement to cross railway tracks guarded by PT KAI (the state railway operator), the scenic location continues to attract visitors during the 2026 Ramadan period. The article highlights the

Timor-Leste's ASEAN accession challenges regional bloc's consensus politics on Myanmar crisis

Timor-Leste's investigation into Myanmar junta crimes and support for the country's government-in-exile has triggered Myanmar's expulsion of Dili's top diplomat, exposing fundamental differences in how the new ASEAN member approaches regional diplomacy. Shaped by its own experience of occupation and international intervention, Timor-Leste prioritises democracy and human rights over ASEAN's traditional consensus-building and non-interference doctrine. This early quarrel suggests the newest ASEAN

Twelve Prominent Figures Submit Amicus Curiae Brief in Crude Oil Corruption Case

Twelve prominent figures have filed an amicus curiae brief in a Corruption Court case alleging mismanagement of crude oil and refinery products at PT Pertamina during 2018–2023, arguing that corruption must be proven to involve malicious intent. The brief emphasises the importance of the business judgment rule in state enterprise decisions to avoid stifling innovation, particularly given the case's potential impact on President Prabowo's Astacita development goals. The six defendants face charge

West Bandung Preserves Ramadan's Sanctity by Banning Alcohol Sales and Closing Massage Parlours and Karaoke

The West Bandung Regency Government has issued regulatory measures requiring tourism businesses to respect the sanctity of Ramadan 1447 Hijri, including prohibitions on alcohol sales, gambling, massage parlours, and karaoke operations. Hotels and tourism establishments must close these facilities from the start of Ramadan until two days after Eid al-Fitr, whilst maintaining operational safety standards and providing transparent information to guests. Enforcement officials have prepared sanctions

Flooding Sweeps Multiple Locations in Bali, 350 People Evacuated

Severe flooding swept across Bali on 24 February following two days of intense rainfall and extreme weather, prompting the evacuation of 350 residents across 42 flooded locations spanning eight regencies and cities. The provincial Disaster Management Agency coordinated a multi-agency response involving military, police, and volunteer forces, with the majority of incidents concentrated in Denpasar City's 36 locations. No casualties were reported as of the evening, though the agency continued to a

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