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Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:55 WIB
Kodim 0108/Southeast Aceh Builds Suspension Bridge Following Flash Floods
Military personnel from Kodim 0108/Southeast Aceh, under the Iskandar Muda Military Command, are working alongside local residents to construct a suspension bridge in Mamas Indah village after flash floods and landslides destroyed vital inter-village access routes. The project aims to restore connectivity essential for economic activity, education, and healthcare services in the affected area.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:55 WIB
Whoosh Ramadan Group Discount: Round-Trip Jakarta-Bandung for Rp 200,000 Until 12 March
Indonesia's high-speed rail service Whoosh is offering a Ramadan promotional fare of Rp 200,000 for round-trip journeys between Jakarta and Bandung for group bookings of at least five passengers. The promotion runs from 21 February to 12 March 2026, alongside updated rescheduling policies that now allow changes up to five minutes before departure online and 15 minutes after departure at station counters.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:53 WIB
KPAI Says Brimob Officer's Fatal Assault on Child in Tual Violates Constitution
Indonesia's Child Protection Commission (KPAI) has strongly condemned the alleged fatal beating of a 14-year-old boy by a Mobile Brigade (Brimob) officer in Tual, Maluku, calling it a constitutional violation. The commission is demanding maximum sentencing of up to 15 years' imprisonment under the Child Protection Act and the dishonourable discharge of the officer, as the incident raises serious concerns about state accountability and impunity within law enforcement.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:53 WIB
Leapmotor Officially Enters Indonesia as Stellantis Strengthens Electric Vehicle Competition
Chinese technology-based electric vehicle brand Leapmotor is set to enter the Indonesian market through PT Indomobil National Distributor, expanding the Stellantis Brand House portfolio in the country. The move, facilitated by a strategic partnership between Leapmotor and Stellantis established in 2023, marks a significant development in Indonesia's increasingly competitive electric vehicle segment.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:52 WIB
East Java Chamber of Commerce Optimistic About Indonesia-US Trade Deal
The East Java Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) has expressed confidence in the Indonesia-United States Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART), citing zero-tariff opportunities for key Indonesian export commodities including palm oil, coffee, cocoa and rubber. While welcoming the expanded market access, the chamber stressed that halal certification requirements for imported US food and beverage products must remain strictly enforced under Indonesian regulations.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:50 WIB
Why Officials from 13 PSI Branch Boards in Semarang Resigned En Masse
Officials from 13 sub-district branch boards of the Indonesian Solidarity Party (PSI) in Semarang have collectively resigned from their structural positions, citing the unjustified appointment of an acting regional board chairman. The mass resignation highlights deepening internal rifts within PSI, with branch officials claiming their concerns were ignored by both provincial and central leadership, including party chairman Kaesang Pangarep.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:49 WIB
South Kalimantan Proposes Nine Mangrove Sites to Forestry Ministry for FOLU Net Sink 2030
South Kalimantan's Forestry Agency has proposed nine mangrove planting sites across three regencies to the Ministry of Forestry as part of efforts to accelerate Indonesia's FOLU Net Sink 2030 target under the NC 4 category. The sites span the coastal areas of Tanah Laut, Kotabaru, and Tanah Bumbu regencies, signalling a concrete push for climate action through coastal rehabilitation at the provincial level.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:49 WIB
BPOM Raids Market in Pandeglang, Finds Food Containing Formaldehyde
Indonesia's Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) discovered formaldehyde and the illegal dye Rhodamine B in food products during an inspection at Badak Market in Pandeglang, Banten. Out of fifteen samples tested, sago pearls tested positive for Rhodamine B whilst Medan anchovies contained formaldehyde, prompting authorities to order the immediate withdrawal of the contaminated products from sale.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:47 WIB
Bangka Belitung Police Intensify Patrols During Ramadan
The Bangka Belitung Provincial Police are stepping up coordination and patrols to maintain public order and safety during Ramadan 2026. Police Chief Inspector General Viktor T Sihombing has ordered the mapping of crowded locations, patrols during high-risk hours to prevent brawls and street racing, and market operations to ensure the stability of basic commodity supplies.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:47 WIB
At UN Human Rights Council, Indonesia Reaffirms Commitment to Ending Global Conflicts
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono addressed the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, reaffirming Indonesia's unwavering support for Palestinian independence and its push for effective implementation of the Five-Point Consensus to resolve the Myanmar conflict. The session marks a historic milestone as it is the first to be presided over by Indonesia since the council's establishment in 2006, with the country set to champion thematic issues including the prevention of female ge
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:44 WIB
Commission I: Indonesia-US Data Transfer Must Be Balanced with Sovereignty and Protection
Deputy Chairman of House Commission I, Sukamta, has urged that the data transfer provisions agreed under the Indonesia-US reciprocal trade agreement must be accompanied by strengthened digital sovereignty and personal data protection. He called on the government to expedite the establishment of an independent data protection authority and finalise implementing regulations under the 2022 Personal Data Protection Law, warning that without effective oversight, data safeguards would remain merely no
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:42 WIB
BKKBN: Economic Factors Are the Main Reason Young People Are Reluctant to Marry
Indonesia's Ministry of Population and Family Development (BKKBN) has identified economic uncertainty — including job security, housing affordability, and lack of future guarantees — as the primary driver behind young people's growing reluctance to marry and have children. The government is pursuing a multi-sector approach involving employment creation, education reform, and strengthened social security systems to address the demographic challenge, while also warning of social consequences such
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:41 WIB
Border Security Task Force Installs Electrical Wiring at Ninambua Resident's Home
The Yonif 511/DY Border Security Task Force installed electrical wiring at a resident's home in Ninambua Village, Tiom District, Lanny Jaya Regency, Papua Pegunungan, as part of military social outreach efforts. The initiative highlights the ongoing lack of basic electricity access in remote Papuan highland communities and the Indonesian military's role in bridging infrastructure gaps in border regions.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:40 WIB
Sleman Manpower Office Opens 2026 Religious Holiday Allowance Post for Consultations and Complaints
The Sleman Regency Manpower Office in Yogyakarta has established a dedicated post to handle consultations and complaints regarding the payment of religious holiday allowances (THR) ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026. The office urged local employers to comply with government regulations on THR payments, noting that in 2025 the post received 29 complaints involving 21 companies, five of which were referred to labour inspectors for further action.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:39 WIB
House of Representatives Continues to Accept Public Participation on Domestic Workers Protection Bill
Indonesia's House of Representatives (DPR) continues to receive public input on the Domestic Workers Protection Bill (RUU PPRT), with Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad emphasising the need for extensive public participation and thorough deliberation. The bill, which aims to serve as a lex specialis providing social security, health coverage, and job certainty for domestic workers, could become a benchmark for protecting Indonesia's largely unregulated informal workforce.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:39 WIB
House of Representatives to Expand Public Participation on Domestic Workers Protection Bill from 5 March
The House of Representatives (DPR) is intensifying public consultation on the Domestic Workers Protection Bill (RUU PPRT), with more frequent participation sessions set to begin on 5 March 2026. Deputy Speaker Sufmi Dasco Ahmad said the bill, which emphasises protections for domestic workers, has been informed by discussions with trade union leaders including KSPI President Said Iqbal. The deliberation process will continue until the bill reaches its formal legislative review stage.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:39 WIB
Tulungagung Regent Shuts Down Nightlife Venues During Ramadan 2026
The Tulungagung Regency in East Java has ordered the closure of all nightlife entertainment venues throughout Ramadan and up to two days after Eid al-Fitr, as stipulated in an official circular issued by Regent Gatut S Wibowo. The policy also imposes restrictions on firecrackers, limits the use of loudspeakers during night patrols, and requires food establishments to install curtains out of respect for those fasting.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:37 WIB
Donggala Police Dismiss Three Officers in Dishonourable Discharge
The Donggala Police in Central Sulawesi have dishonourably discharged three officers for disciplinary and ethical code violations. The dismissals are part of a broader crackdown by Central Sulawesi Police, which has discharged 34 officers throughout 2025 for serious offences including drug-related cases, desertion, and a high-profile case involving the death of a detainee in Palu.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:34 WIB
Witness in Chromebook Case Says No Record of Rp 809 Billion Transaction to Nadiem
Witnesses from GoTo Gojek Tokopedia testified at the Jakarta Anti-Corruption Court that no legal documents or financial records support allegations of an Rp 809 billion payment to former Education Minister Nadiem Makarim. The testimony came during Nadiem's trial on corruption charges related to Chromebook laptop procurement during his tenure, a project alleged to have caused Rp 2.1 trillion in state losses.
Mon, 23 Feb 2026, 20:33 WIB
Dasco Receives Workers' Aspirations, Secures Decision to Halt Mie Sedaap Redundancies
Deputy Speaker of the Indonesian House of Representatives Sufmi Dasco Ahmad intervened after approximately 400 workers at PT Karunia Alam Segar, the manufacturer of Mie Sedaap instant noodles, were made redundant via WhatsApp just days before Ramadan. Following coordination with the East Java-based company, Dasco secured a commitment from the firm to cease all layoffs, allowing workers to observe the fasting month and approach Eid al-Fitr without anxiety over their employment.
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