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Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:31 WIB
Gold Prices Have Surged About 19% This Year; Is the Uptrend Still Solid?
Gold prices have surged around 19% year-to-date, though bullion pulled back at the close as yields rose and the dollar strengthened. The longer-term uptrend remains intact, supported by geopolitical uncertainty and expectations of policy changes, but near-term moves may see consolidation or profit-taking if tensions ease.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:29 WIB
Pangkalpinang Immigration Deports Pakistani National
An immigration office in Pangkalpinang has deported a Pakistani national, aged 44, for breaches of Indonesia's immigration law. The deportation occurred via Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta on 5 March, with authorities escorting him to board a flight back to his home country. The case followed a review of visa, crossing, and residence permits, with officials stating the individual engaged in activities not permitted by his immigration status; the agency pledged increased oversight of foreign nationals.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:29 WIB
Delpedro asks Yusril and the state to restore his dignity and honour
Delpedro Marhaen of the Lokataru Foundation has urged Coordinating Minister for Legal, Political and Security Affairs Yusril Ihza Mahendra and the state to restore his dignity and honour after the acquittal of four defendants in a case involving alleged incitement during August 2025 protests. He seeks compensation for losses suffered due to imprisonment and argues the ruling should set a precedent for political detainees defending democracy, freedom of expression, and human rights, calling for other detainees to be released.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:29 WIB
Government Urges Public Not to Panic Buy, Subsidised Fuel Prices Guaranteed Not to Rise
The Indonesian government reassures citizens that subsidised fuel prices will remain stable despite tension in the Middle East, and calls for calm to avoid shortages. The Energy Ministry says stock levels are adequate ahead of Idul Fitri, with Pertamina and other agencies ensuring smooth distribution.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:29 WIB
Prosecutor says Mulyatsah Felt Trapped by Nadiem Makarim Over Chromebook Project
Prosecutors allege that policy pressure from the ministry's leadership influenced the Chromebook procurement, with Mulyatsah claiming he was pressured into changing the operating system from Windows to ChromeOS. The case raises questions about top-down decision-making, regulatory compliance, and accountability in a high-profile ICT procurement scandal.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:28 WIB
Emmanuel Macron Thanks Indonesia for Limiting Social Media for Under-16s
Emmanuel Macron has thanked Indonesia for plans to restrict social media access for children under 16. Indonesia’s government, through the Ministry of Communications and Digital (Kemkomdigi), announced a phased ban on high‑risk platforms from 28 March 2026, under Ministerial Regulation No. 9 of 2026 derived from PP TUNAS. European countries are considering similar steps, though scepticism remains.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:27 WIB
Case file complete, Ponorogo Regent Sugiri Sancoko and others to be tried soon
The Indonesian Corruption Eradication Commission says the investigation file for a case of alleged bribery relating to appointments, project procurement, and other gratuities in Ponorogo Regency is complete and has been handed to prosecutors. The suspects include Ponorogo Regent Sugiri Sancoko (on leave) and three others; prosecutors have up to 14 days to file charges and bring the case to trial at the district court.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:27 WIB
Owner of Bibi Kelinci Refuses to Pay Rp1 Billion Settlement Demanded by Thieves at Her Restaurant
The owner of Bibi Kelinci rejects a Rp1 billion demand for damages filed by two alleged thieves who fled from the restaurant with food, arguing the claim is unreasonable as the restaurant was the victim. The defendants, identified as ZK and ERS, allege professional shortcomings and a disputed bill posted on social media, while the restaurant presents a differing chronology that includes a surge in orders and alleged assault during the incident.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:27 WIB
Prosecutor Reveals Former Education Minister Nadiem Makarim's 'Trap' in Chromebook Project
A witness testifies that he was effectively trapped by policy directions linked to Nadiem Makarim during the Chromebook procurement at Kemendikbudristek. The prosecution cites top-level pressure and a shift in technical specifications from Windows to ChromeOS, raising questions about regulatory compliance and leadership accountability in the IT procurement scandal.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:25 WIB
ASDP Increases Ferry Fleet to Strengthen Java–Bali Crossing Capacity
ASDP Indonesia Ferry has boosted its Java–Bali crossing fleet from 28 to 32 ferries to support Eid al-Fitr 2026 homecoming traffic. Projections show Java–Bali passengers up about 10% and vehicles 9.3%, with national movements around 5.8 million passengers and 1.4 million vehicles; Bali–Java travel is also expected to rise. The company stresses safety, readiness and has deployed tugboats to assist vessels against expected rough weather.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:25 WIB
Airlangga to Danantara Boss: Gold Investment Could Deliver 60% Returns a Year
Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto claimed gold investments could yield as much as 60% per year, citing the performance of Pegadaian and Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) at the launch of Indonesia’s Bullion Ecosystem. He highlighted Pegadaian’s ROA of 6.7%, around 5.7 million gold customers and 141.7 tonnes under management, and floated acquisition prospects for Bu Destry. The piece also reports rising gold trading volumes and the sector’s profitability.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:25 WIB
Papua Senator Hopes Education Development in the Region Will Be More Progressive
Papua Senator Filep Wamafma praised the 2026 Konsolda for Primary and Secondary Education in West Papua and Southwest Papua, urging robust collaboration among regional leaders and technical agencies to accelerate education quality. He highlighted central government commitments to national education goals, including the Indonesia Pintar programme, school revitalisation, and digitalisation, and called for prioritising remote schools in the Land of Papua. He also stressed that revitalisation could relieve local budgets and urged regional governments to back the initiative actively.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:24 WIB
Video: Fate of Mining Businesses as Coal-Nickel Production Quotas Fall
Indonesia's mining sector faces a sharp cut in RKAB 2026 production quotas for coal and nickel, triggering concerns over planning, investment, and employment. Industry leaders warn the policy could disrupt supply chains and financing unless clarified, while officials emphasise the quotas are targeted realignments to balance supply and demand and safeguard state resources.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:24 WIB
Bahlil’s quip: Lailatul Qadar would only descend for Golkar if seats increase
Bahlil Lahadalia, head of the Golkar Party, joked that Lailatul Qadar would descend to Earth only if Golkar gains more seats, during a Nuzulul Quran event at the Golkar headquarters mosque in West Jakarta. He linked the spiritual event to political ethics and urged cadres to embody Qur'anic teachings in public service, while noting the party's responsibilities beyond power.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:24 WIB
Man Dies in Tigaraksa, Tangerang; Wife Surrenders to Police
A man named Joni, 51, was found dead with knife wounds in his home in the Kavling Pinang area of Tigaraksa, Tangerang Regency, Banten. His wife, Elsa Marlina, surrendered to Polresta Tangerang and is being questioned by Satreskrim; police recovered a golok and are continuing investigations with an autopsy planned for the victim.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:23 WIB
Immigration: APEC Business Travel Card applications can now be submitted online
Indonesia’s Directorate General of Immigration has announced that the APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) for Indonesian citizens can now be applied for via a dedicated website. The move digitalises ABTC processing to speed up applications, improve transparency, and replace the previous physical-document submission system. Cardholders gain visa-free access to 19 APEC economies and streamlined entry at international airports.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:22 WIB
South Kalimantan Forestry Office Verifies Agroforestry FOLU Location in Tabalong
Forestry authorities in Tabalong verified the site for agroforestry under the FOLU Net Sink 2030 programme in Lano Village's protected forest. The verification checked site suitability and measured the land area proposed for NC 3 and NC 4 categories, estimated at around 90 hectares, to inform the proposal to the Ministry of Environment and Forestry. The checks emphasised community involvement and sustainable land management, with aims to rehabilitate forest areas and boost local productivity.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:22 WIB
Delpedro Freed from Incitement to Demonstration Charges, Mother: There Is Justice After All
Delpedro Marhaen Rismansyah was acquitted of incitement to demonstrate by the Central Jakarta District Court, alongside three co-defendants. The emotional reaction of his family followed the verdict, with his mother expressing gratitude to the judges, supporters, and NGOs; the court ordered their release from detention and restoration of rights.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:22 WIB
The Burning Strait of Hormuz: IRGC Attacks U.S. Tanker, Global Energy Supply at Risk
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims a missile strike on a U.S.-owned oil tanker in the northern Persian Gulf and asserts control over navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Prices for Brent crude jumped as the United States signalled possible naval escort actions, while Indonesia and other nations monitor implications for global energy security.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026, 19:21 WIB
BGN Requires SPPG to Have Social Media for Public Oversight of MBG
Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has ordered all SPPG units to operate official Facebook, Instagram and TikTok accounts to enable public oversight of the MBG programme. The move, backed by thousands of SPPG accounts and weekly webinars, aims to boost transparency and accountability, while enforcement targets misuse and fraud. Registration for SPPG has closed after meeting quotas; over 24,000 SPPG are now established nationwide.
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