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Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:59 WIB
Distribution of Free Nutritious Meals during Ramadan in Aceh
Indonesia's National Nutrition Agency (BGN) and Nutrition Fulfillment Service Unit (SPPG) have launched a reformatted free nutritious meals programme in Aceh Province for Ramadan 2026, introducing dry menu packages adapted to local customs and Islamic observances. The initiative, coordinated with provincial authorities, ensures continued nutrition support for students during the fasting month whilst respecting regional traditions and regulations.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:57 WIB
North Jakarta City Government aims to preserve bedug drum-playing tradition
The North Jakarta City Government is preserving the centuries-old bedug drum-playing tradition through a 1447 Hijri Ramadan Festival, aimed at strengthening community spirit and fostering local cultural values. Representatives from 31 villages are participating in the initiative, which serves as an educational and cultural development platform for the community. Top performers will advance to the provincial festival scheduled for March 2026 at Lapangan Banteng, Central Jakarta.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:55 WIB
Samarinda Primary School Students and Teachers Welcome Ramadan Nutrition Programme Adjustments
The Indonesian government's Free Nutritious Meal Programme has been adjusted during Ramadan to provide breaking-fast snacks such as milk, dates, eggs, and bread instead of regular meals, which students and staff at a Samarinda primary school have warmly welcomed. Teachers and pupils report satisfaction with the programme's nutritional content and smooth implementation, though they have suggested improvements including greater fruit variety and larger milk portions. The Regional Head of the Natio
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:53 WIB
South Sumatra Regional Police Chief Leads Narcotics Destruction, Reaffirms Anti-Trafficking Commitment
South Sumatra's Regional Police Chief personally oversaw the destruction of 8,282 grams of methamphetamine and 770 ecstasy pills seized in recent operations, reaffirming the force's commitment to combating narcotics trafficking. The investigation has expanded significantly to include two Malaysian nationals suspected in cross-border distribution networks and a newly identified trafficking method involving THC-filled cartridges. Police estimate the seizure has prevented narcotics abuse among appr
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:52 WIB
Water Truck Overturns Following Tyre Blowout in Bogor
A truck carrying gallons of water overturned in Sentul, Bogor, West Java, after suffering a rear tyre blowout whilst in motion, temporarily blocking a main road. The incident caused no casualties, with the Bogor Regency Fire Department responding swiftly to evacuate the vehicle within one hour. Traffic authorities have since restored normal operations on Jalan MH Thamrin.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:49 WIB
Convicted of Land Corruption: Former Pertamina Chief Luhur Budi Djatmiko Sentenced to 18 Months
A court has convicted former Pertamina Director General Luhur Budi Djatmiko of land acquisition corruption and sentenced him to 18 months imprisonment. The case involved unlawful submission of budget allocations for land procurement in Jakarta's Kuningan area without supporting investment studies, causing a state financial loss of Rp348.69 billion. The sentencing underscores Indonesia's enforcement of anti-corruption laws within state-owned enterprises and the judiciary's commitment to combating
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:46 WIB
Military Academy Governor: Plataran Battle Forms Foundation for Professionalism
The Governor of the Military Academy, Major General Rano Tilaar, declared that the values embodied in the 1949 Plataran Battle should serve as the foundation for cadets' professionalism, loyalty, and integrity based on military codes and oath. Speaking at the 77th commemoration ceremony in Yogyakarta, he emphasised that future military leaders must achieve not only physical and tactical excellence but also intellectual maturity and moral strength. The commemoration reaffirms the Indonesian milit
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:45 WIB
Singer King Nassar Shares Cost-Saving Strategies for Online Shopping During Ramadan
Singer King Nassar promoted financial strategies to reduce transaction costs during Ramadan online shopping using a no-fee digital wallet application, highlighting automated bill-splitting features that enhance cost transparency. The endorsement reflects growing fintech adoption in Indonesia's digital payment ecosystem during the fasting month, demonstrating how digital financial tools are reshaping consumer behaviour and operational efficiency.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:41 WIB
FPTI Establishes Fact-Finding Team Regarding Suspension of Hendra Basir as Coach
The Indonesian Rock Climbing Federation has established a fact-finding team to investigate the suspension of head coach Hendra Basir following allegations of sexual harassment from eight athletes. The federation is coordinating with the Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection whilst maintaining a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual harassment and violence. The internal investigation will proceed objectively whilst protecting the athletes and ensuring the integrity of the legal exam
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:39 WIB
Coordinating Minister Instructs Ambassadors to Prepare Overseas Placement Schemes for Migrant Workers
Indonesia's Coordinating Minister has directed ambassadors in various countries to establish placement frameworks for Indonesian migrant workers under the SMK Go Global skills initiative. The government aims to deploy 300,000 to 500,000 skilled workers beginning April 2026 to Japan, South Korea, Europe, and the Americas across sectors including welding, hospitality, and healthcare. The programme seeks to enhance employment opportunities for secondary school graduates whilst capitalising on stron
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:33 WIB
Indian Pickup Truck Imports Threaten Indonesia's Domestic Automotive Industry
Government procurement of 105,000 pickup trucks from India threatens to undermine Indonesia's domestic automotive manufacturing sector and jeopardise 6,000 manufacturing jobs, according to industry experts. Automotive engineers warn the import volume nearly equals Indonesia's entire national pickup truck market, forcing early deindustrialisation and hampering component suppliers' development. Industry stakeholders argue domestic manufacturers retain substantial unused capacity and could fulfil t
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:32 WIB
Ministry of Law Strengthens Community Legal Aid Posts to Improve Access to Justice
Indonesia's Ministry of Law and Human Rights is strengthening its Legal Aid Post (Posbankum) programme through training initiatives in North Jakarta, deploying locally-recruited paralegals to provide legal services directly within communities. The initiative prioritises out-of-court dispute resolution and targets common community issues including gang violence, domestic violence, and inheritance disputes. This policy reflects the government's commitment to democratising access to justice and leg
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:29 WIB
Police Chief: Residents flee as 5.4 magnitude earthquake strikes Sarmi
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck Sarmi Regency in Papua Province on Tuesday afternoon, causing residents to briefly evacuate their homes before calm was restored. The shallow earthquake, caused by activity on the Mamberamo Thrust Fault, resulted in no reported damage and posed no tsunami risk according to authorities and the Indonesian meteorological agency.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:23 WIB
Komnas HAM to Investigate Mobile Brigade Officer's Fatal Assault of Student in Tual
Indonesia's National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) is launching a comprehensive on-site investigation into a Mobile Brigade officer's alleged fatal assault on a junior high school student in Tual, Maluku. Komnas HAM Chairman Anis Hidayah emphasised that whilst the officer has been dismissed from the force following a police ethics hearing, a full criminal legal process is essential to prevent impunity. The officer faces charges under Indonesia's child protection laws and criminal code,
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:18 WIB
University of Indonesia Introduces Gamelan and Balinese Dance to Japanese Students
Japanese students from Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology participated in a cultural workshop at the University of Indonesia's Makara Art Center, learning traditional gamelan instruments and Balinese dances from UI faculty and professional artists. The initiative, framed as cultural diplomacy, aimed to strengthen bilateral relations and position participants as cultural ambassadors for Indonesian heritage. The event concluded with a collaborative performance symbolising cultural exch
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:18 WIB
Bappenas Optimises Demographic Dividend Potential in South Kalimantan
Indonesia's National Development Planning Agency (Bappenas) is prioritising South Kalimantan's demographic dividend—with 68 per cent of the population in productive age—by strengthening financial literacy and education quality to boost community welfare. Although the region's average schooling length has improved from 8.69 years in 2020 to 9.02 years in 2024, it remains below the national average of 9.22 years, presenting a regional competitiveness challenge. Bappenas emphasises that combining i
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:14 WIB
National Police Commission urges collaborative approach to resolve child abuse case in Tual
The National Police Commission (Kompolnas) is advocating for multi-stakeholder collaboration between police and government authorities to resolve a fatal child abuse case in Tual, Maluku, involving a Mobile Brigade officer who allegedly struck a 14-year-old student with a tactical helmet. Kompolnas emphasises that addressing such cases requires comprehensive social, economic, and conflict-resolution approaches extending beyond police action alone. The suspect officer has been dismissed from the
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:13 WIB
Suspect Arrested for Assaulting Petrol Station Attendants in East Jakarta
Police have arrested a suspect for assaulting three employees at a Pertamina petrol station in Cipinang, East Jakarta, after a dispute escalated over vehicle registration verification procedures. The incident, which lasted nearly an hour, resulted in significant injuries to the attendants including a lost tooth. The arrest followed the incident gaining widespread public attention.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:13 WIB
Excessive Screen Exposure Can Have Long-Term Impact on Children
A paediatrician from the Indonesian Paediatric Association has warned that prolonged screen time in children can cause significant short and long-term health consequences, including sleep disturbances, behavioural disorders resembling autism, reduced academic performance, and increased vulnerability to obesity and bullying. The expert emphasises that excessive screen exposure results not only from duration but also from inadequate content selection and parental supervision, urging parents to act
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 18:07 WIB
North Sumatra Regional Police Arrests 1,118 Suspects in Drug Cases in Early 2026
The North Sumatra Regional Police arrested 1,118 suspects linked to 923 drug-related cases during January and February 2026, demonstrating intensified law enforcement action against narcotic trafficking. The announcement was made by the Director of Narcotics Investigation at the regional police headquarters on 24 February. This significant enforcement operation reflects ongoing government efforts to combat drug-related crimes across the province.
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