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Ministry of Environment Awaiting Laboratory Test Results for the Cisadane River

The Ministry of Environment (KLH) is awaiting laboratory test results regarding alleged pesticide contamination in the Cisadane River to assess its current water quality. The Ministry is also preparing to file lawsuits against PT Biotek Saranatama, the owner of a pesticide storage facility suspected of polluting the river, and PT Vopak Terminal Merak in Cilegon, regarding a gas leak incident.

Mendukbangga: Waste management habits should start from the family

The Minister of Population and Family Development emphasised the importance of instilling waste management habits within families to support the 'Safe, Healthy, Clean, and Beautiful' movement. This initiative aims to reduce waste volume and create a more sustainable environment by encouraging waste sorting and reduction at the household level. The ministry plans to leverage its network of community workers to educate and support families in adopting these practices.

Chivu: Inter Milan gave their all against Bodo

Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu stated that his team gave their all despite being eliminated from the 2025/26 Champions League after losing to Bodo/Glimt in the playoff round. Inter lost 1-2 in the second leg, resulting in an aggregate score of 2-5. Chivu acknowledged the team's disappointment but praised their efforts throughout the match.

D-8 observer believes organisation provides a voice for developing countries

International relations analyst Andrea Abdul Rahman Azzqy believes the Developing Eight (D-8) organisation remains economically relevant as it provides a platform for developing countries to voice their interests. The D-8, consisting of Indonesia, Bangladesh, Egypt, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Turkey, and Azerbaijan, emphasises inclusive trade in food, energy, and technology, offering its members a space to express their concerns without being overshadowed by developed nations.

UK Emphasises That Women's Rights and Participation Must Not Regress

The UK Minister for the Indo-Pacific, Seema Malhotra, has stressed the importance of upholding women's rights and participation in both civil and political spheres. She highlighted the UK's long-standing commitment to the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda, emphasizing that women's involvement in decision-making processes leads to more stable and lasting peace. The UK is also collaborating with ASEAN to advance the WPS agenda, setting measurable targets and providing training and resources

Nepal designates wild boar as pest, allowing farmers to cull them

The Nepali government has designated wild boars (excluding smaller species) as agricultural pests for one year, allowing farmers to drive away, capture, or even kill them without prior permission. This decision comes after farmers suffered significant crop losses due to wildlife, including wild boars and rhesus monkeys, and aims to provide relief to affected farmers.

KPK Investigates 13 Witnesses in Sudewo Case Regarding Procurement of Goods and Services in Pati

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has questioned 13 witnesses in connection with alleged extortion involving the inactive Regent of Pati, Sudewo, concerning the procurement of goods and services within the Pati Regency government. The witnesses, including former campaign team members and local officials, were questioned about decision-making processes and the allocation of procurement projects, as well as the filling of village official positions and the collection of funds allegedly o

House of Representatives Commission XI Urges Government to Implement Decisive Economic Policies for Disaster-Affected Areas

Commission XI of the Indonesian House of Representatives has called on the government to implement firm economic policies in regions affected by disasters. The commission believes that decisive action is needed to support recovery and ensure the long-term economic stability of these areas.

Barantin deploys 3,930 personnel to monitor food supplies during Ramadan

The Indonesian Agency for Agricultural Quarantine (Barantin) is deploying 3,930 personnel to monitor the flow of agricultural and fishery commodities during Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. This measure aims to ensure the safety and quality of food consumed by the public during the fasting month and upcoming festivities, with increased vigilance against smuggling, particularly in border areas.

Ministry of Health Emphasises Balanced Diet Amidst the Rise of Ready-to-Eat Foods

The Indonesian Ministry of Health is highlighting the importance of a balanced diet as the consumption of processed and high-fat ready-to-eat foods increases, potentially leading to health problems. The Ministry encourages a diverse and balanced diet, including at least 400 grams of fruits and vegetables daily, to prevent obesity and promote healthy habits, especially among those with low physical activity.

Red Bird's Eye Chilli Prices Begin to Fall

Indonesia's National Food Agency (Bapanas) reports that red bird's eye chilli prices are declining as weather conditions improve and harvesting activity increases across major production centres. The price stabilisation follows earlier fluctuations driven by heightened demand, heavy rainfall disrupting harvests, and religious holidays, with supplies now returning to healthy levels at retail prices around 65,000 rupiah per kilogram.

Ministry of Social Affairs provides social rehabilitation assistance to parents of students at People's Schools in Serang

The Indonesian Ministry of Social Affairs has distributed 144 million rupiah in social rehabilitation assistance to parents of students at People's Schools in Serang, Banten, comprising essential household items such as mattresses, cupboards, stoves, and gas cylinders. The ministry plans a second phase in March providing entrepreneurship stimulus funds of between 3 to 3.5 million rupiah to 36 additional parents to support their existing small business ventures. The assistance is part of a compre

National Police Pursue Chinese Nationals Supplying Fake E-Ticket SMS Blast Equipment to Indonesia

Indonesia's National Police (Polri) has dismantled an online fraud syndicate involving SMS blast scams targeting fake e-ticket (e-tilang) payments, orchestrated by two Chinese nationals operating via Telegram accounts. Police have identified the Chinese masterminds and five Indonesian accomplices, and are preparing red notices for international arrest whilst coordinating with Interpol and Chinese authorities to apprehend the operators who shipped SIM box devices used for the SMS blasting campaig

Bamsoet Promotes Modern Technology Ready-to-Eat Food Development

Bambang Soesatyo, a Golkar Party member of the Indonesian House of Representatives, has advocated for the expansion of technology-enabled ready-to-eat food production as a critical solution for disaster response and humanitarian logistics. PT BAMS, based in his constituency of Banjarnegara, Central Java, has delivered 1,000 ready-to-eat meal packages to flood victims in Aceh Tamiang, demonstrating how modern food technology can address supply chain challenges when traditional public kitchens can

Prabowo Extends "Ramadhan Mubarak" Greetings from Jordanian Airspace

President Prabowo Subianto was escorted by two Jordanian Air Force F-16 fighter jets as his aircraft entered Jordanian airspace on Tuesday evening, a gesture described as a symbol of high respect from the Hashemite Kingdom towards the Indonesian head of state. During the flight coordination exchange, Jordanian pilots warmly extended Ramadhan greetings to President Prabowo, who reciprocated with appreciation and warm regards to King Abdullah II and the Jordanian people. This marks Prabowo's secon

National Nutrition Body Uncovers Price Mark-Ups by Free School Meal Programme Partners

The National Nutrition Board (BGN) has received numerous reports that partners in the School Nutrition Service Unit (SPPG) are inflating prices of food ingredients for the Free School Meals Programme (MBG), often while supplying substandard materials. The BGN's Deputy Head warned SPPG managers and supervisors not to compromise with dishonest partners, and has ordered regional coordinators to investigate and document all instances of price mark-ups across four districts in Central Java.

Stepmother Suspected of Child Abuse in Sukabumi Appears Subdued During Police Interrogation

A 47-year-old stepmother identified as TR, a civil servant, has been detained and interrogated by Sukabumi police on suspicion of fatally abusing her stepchild. She faces charges under child protection laws with potential sentences of up to 15 years imprisonment, with key evidence including video recordings of the victim's final moments at the hospital.

KPK Examines Ministry of Labour Secretary General Over Appointment of K3 Certificate Extortion Suspects

The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has questioned Cris Kuntadi, Secretary General of the Ministry of Labour, regarding the appointment of officials implicated in an alleged extortion scheme involving occupational safety and health (K3) certification within the ministry. The investigation stems from a sting operation conducted in August 2025, which resulted in eleven initial suspects being named, including Deputy Minister of Labour Immanuel Ebenezer, with three additional susp

Northern Coastal Road Repairs Targeted for Completion Before Eid

The Minister of Transportation has stated that the government aims to complete road repairs on major routes, including the Northern Coastal Road (Jalur Pantura), before Eid. The Ministry of Public Works has committed to finishing the repairs no later than 10 days before Eid, in anticipation of an estimated 143.9 million travellers during the 2026 Eid period. The government is also implementing a flexible working arrangement policy to distribute the travel load and mitigate potential congestion.

West Java Regional Parliament Leadership Highlights Embung Issues Allegedly Causing Flooding and Harvest Failures in Indramayu

West Java Provincial Parliament Vice Chair Ono Surono raised concerns during parliamentary recess sessions about a poorly functioning embung (small dam) in Telukagung Village, Indramayu Regency, which residents blame for seasonal flooding and agricultural losses. Surono emphasised that the embung must be rehabilitated to serve its intended functions as an irrigation water reserve, local flood control, and groundwater conservation mechanism rather than causing new problems during the rainy season

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