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Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:33 WIB
Driver of Toyota Calya Claims Ignorance of Weapons and Fake Registration Plates in Wrong-Way Incident on Gunung Sahari
A driver of a Toyota Calya vehicle that travelled the wrong way on Jalan Gunung Sahari in Central Jakarta on 25 February 2026 has claimed he was unaware of sharp weapons and fraudulent registration plates inside the car. The incident occurred after the driver, identified as Hafiz Mahendra from Sidoarjo, East Java, allegedly fled from police attempting to stop him for using fake licence plates, causing collisions with several vehicles whilst carrying passengers including a toddler. Police discove
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:31 WIB
International Airlines Cancel Middle East Flights Following Israeli Strike on Iran
Multiple international airlines have cancelled flights from Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to the Middle East following Israel's strike on Iran on 1 March 2026. Airspace closures across the region have forced carriers including Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Emirates, and others to suspend operations on affected routes, disrupting international travel connections from Indonesia.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:30 WIB
Government inaugurates first specialist medical education programme in Papua
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology has officially launched Indonesia's first specialist doctor education programme (PPDS) in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care at Cenderawasih University in Jayapura, Papua. The initiative aims to address the disparity in specialist medical personnel in eastern Indonesia and is part of a broader national acceleration programme to establish specialist medical programmes in 11 provinces that previously lacked them.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:29 WIB
BRI Insurance supports foundation education through TJSL programme
PT BRI Asuransi Indonesia (BRI Insurance) has provided school equipment and operational funding assistance to two foundations in Jakarta—Yayasan Ridho Berkah Sejahtera and Yayasan Baitul Yatama Jakarta—as part of its corporate social and environmental responsibility (TJSL) programme during Ramadan 1447 Hijriah. The initiative, delivered on 26-27 February 2026, reflects BRI Insurance's commitment to supporting education and community welfare as part of its sustainability principles.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:27 WIB
Impact of airspace closure: five flights from Bali cancelled
Bali's I Gusti Ngurah Rai Airport reported that five international departing flights carrying 1,631 passengers were cancelled on Sunday due to airspace closures across Middle Eastern countries following the US-Israel and Iran conflict. The affected flights were operated by Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad, with the airport providing hotel accommodation for stranded passengers and establishing help desks to assist with rebooking and refund requests whilst airspace closures remain in effect.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:25 WIB
564,000 Lebaran 2026 Train Tickets Sold from Gambir and Pasar Senen Stations; Remaining Seat Availability Listed
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Indonesian State Railways) reports brisk ticket sales for the 2026 Lebaran holiday period, with 564,000 tickets sold from Jakarta's Gambir and Pasar Senen stations as of early March 2026. The operator is deploying 86 long-distance train journeys daily to accommodate passenger surges, with approximately 89,000 seats still available for the pre-Lebaran period (11-20 March) and 376,000 seats available for the return journey period (23 March-1 April). Major destinations incl
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:25 WIB
Police Reveal Role of Three Debt Collectors in Lawyer Stabbing in Tangerang Selatan
The Metro Jaya Police have identified three debt collectors involved in stabbing an advocate in Kelapa Dua, Tangerang Selatan, with one arrested and two remaining at large. The perpetrator identified as JBI acted as the main executor who stabbed the victim, while accomplices HK and SS provided tracking, intimidation, and assistance during what was intended as a vehicle repossession operation that turned violent. The incident reportedly stemmed from a dispute over proper procedure during the debt
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:25 WIB
US-Indonesia Trade Deal: Government Asserts It Will Not Burden the State Budget
Indonesia has reached a trade agreement with the United States termed the "Agreement on Reciprocal Trade" (ART), which includes a commitment to facilitate imports of agricultural products worth US$4.5 billion. The Indonesian government has clarified that this agreement will not burden the state budget, as it operates as a policy framework to facilitate business-to-business cooperation rather than government-funded purchases, with the private sector making all transactional and financing decision
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:23 WIB
30 Per Cent Toll Tariff Discount to Begin Nine Days Before Eid 2026, Encouraging Earlier Travel
The Indonesian government will implement a 30 per cent toll tariff discount beginning nine days before Eid in 2026, a significant increase from the 20 per cent discount offered in the previous year. The measure aims to distribute homecoming traffic more evenly by encouraging residents to travel earlier, reducing congestion during peak periods. The discount forms part of the government's broader first-quarter 2026 economic stimulus package, which totals approximately Rp12.83 trillion.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:23 WIB
TNI restores school facilities in Central Tapanuli following flash floods
The Indonesian military's Natural Disaster Mitigation Task Force (Satgas Gulbencal) under Kodam I/Bukit Barisan has completed full restoration of SD Negeri 153065 Lopian 2 primary school in Central Tapanuli Regency, North Sumatra following devastating flash floods in mid-February. Military personnel prioritised the school's restoration to ensure students can safely resume normal classes, using manual cleaning equipment and coordinated personnel from multiple units. The task force emphasises that
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:22 WIB
Analyst: Middle East Conflict Could Push Global Gold Price to 6,000 US Dollars
Commodity analyst Ibrahim Assuaibi projects that global gold prices could breach the psychological level of 6,000 US dollars per troy ounce within weeks if the Iran-Israel conflict continues to escalate. The geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are driving investors to seek safe-haven assets, with domestic Indonesian gold prices expected to surge to 3.5 million rupiah per gram as international prices rise. Additionally, US-Israeli military actions against Iran are raising concerns about disr
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:18 WIB
Government Urges Umrah Pilgrims to Postpone Departure to Holy Land
Indonesia's Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has urged prospective umrah pilgrims scheduled to depart soon to postpone their trips due to the increasingly unstable and volatile security situation in the Middle East. The government is coordinating with Saudi Arabian authorities, airlines, and umrah organisers to ensure the safety of pilgrims currently abroad and those experiencing delayed returns, whilst reassuring the public and urging them to rely on official sources.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:18 WIB
Ministry of Hajj Urges Deferral of Umrah Departures, Ensures Hajj Preparations Remain On Track
The Indonesian government has urged Muslim pilgrims scheduled for umrah in the coming weeks to postpone their travels due to escalating security tensions in the Middle East, with Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak emphasising the precautionary measure to ensure citizen safety. The ministry, in coordination with Saudi Arabia, airlines, and umrah travel operators, is ensuring that delayed pilgrims receive adequate accommodation and facilities. Preparations for the 2026 hajj
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:17 WIB
Academic states US-Israeli attack on Iran violates UN Charter
An international law scholar from Andalas University in Padang argues that the US and Israeli military attack on Iran, which resulted in the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, constitutes a violation of the UN Charter. Prof. Ferdi contends that claims of self-defence by the US and Israel represent a reversal of international legal logic, as Article 51 of the UN Charter permits defensive action only when a state is attacked first, and the unilateral military action violates principles
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:16 WIB
The Story of a Wood Porter in a Displacement Tent During Ramadan: Less Joyful Than Last Year
Samiran, a 50-year-old wood porter from Aceh Tamiang, is spending Ramadan in a displacement tent after a flash flood destroyed his home on 25 November 2025, forcing him to seek temporary shelter for over three months. Unable to reunite with family and facing harsh living conditions including extreme heat, dust, and mosquitoes, he has taken on manual labour work to provide basic meals for his two children during the holy month. The flooding has devastated entire communities across Aceh Tamiang, l
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:16 WIB
Surge in Oil Prices Threatens to Strain State Budget and Consumer Purchasing Power
A surge in global oil prices stemming from the United States-Israel-Iran conflict poses significant risks to Indonesia's state budget (APBN) and household purchasing power, according to economist Nailul Huda from the Centre of Economic and Law Studies (CELIOS). Rising crude oil prices will automatically increase government spending on energy subsidies, particularly for fuel, potentially widening the budget deficit if not addressed through fiscal reallocation. The ripple effects could extend to n
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:15 WIB
List of Jobs Threatened with Extinction: Change Your Profession Before It's Too Late
A Massachusetts Institute of Technology study has found that artificial intelligence is now capable of performing work currently conducted by nearly 12% of the US workforce, with the potential to significantly disrupt employment across multiple sectors. The research identifies 15 job categories that are expected to become obsolete by 2027, including bank tellers, data entry operators, and security guards, as companies across finance, healthcare, manufacturing and logistics increasingly adopt AI
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:13 WIB
Motorcycles Stall After Refuelling at Bekasi East Petrol Station as Operator Admits Water Contamination
Multiple motorcyclists in Bekasi experienced engine failure immediately after refuelling at a Pertamina petrol station in Bekasi East, prompting the station operator to acknowledge water contamination in the fuel. The SPBU management has apologised to affected consumers, opened a complaint centre, and has so far assisted 18 motorcycles and four cars whilst conducting an investigation into the source of the contamination.
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:12 WIB
United States Names Attack on Iran 'Operation Epic Fury'
The United States launched a major military operation against Iran on 28 February 2026, dubbed 'Operation Epic Fury', which killed Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, according to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. The operation, ordered by President Trump, targeted Iranian command facilities, air defences, missile and drone launch sites, and military airfields. US Central Command claimed the operation was the deadliest, most complex and most precise air operation in history, with no reported A
Sun, 01 Mar 2026, 14:10 WIB
Ibas: BSPS Programme a Genuine Effort to Strengthen Quality of Life
Deputy Speaker of the MPR and Chairperson of the Democratic Faction in the DPR, Edhie Baskoro Yudhoyono (Ibas), conducted a parliamentary recess visit to Carat Village in Ponorogo to oversee the BSPS (Stimulus Assistance for Self-Help Housing) programme, emphasising decent housing as a foundation for community welfare and healthy living. Ibas highlighted the programme's importance in strengthening quality of life whilst acknowledging implementation challenges including budget constraints, and ca
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