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Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:30 WIB
PSI Chairman Responds After Kaesang Wished to Become President by Islamic Scholars and Pesantren Students
Ahmad Ali, chairman of the Solidarity Indonesia Party (PSI), responded to religious scholars and pesantren students in Klender, East Jakarta, who prayed for PSI General Chairman Kaesang Pangarep to become President in the future. Ali emphasised that President Prabowo Subianto and Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka currently hold these positions, leaving no room for Kaesang at present. The remarks came during Kaesang's Ramadan outreach visit to a pesantren, where the pesantren leader prayed fo
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:30 WIB
Megathrust Rupture: These Indonesian Regions Face Severe Tsunami and Earthquake Risk
Indonesia faces significant seismic risk as it is situated on the Pacific Ring of Fire, where three major tectonic plates converge—the Indo-Australian, Eurasian, and Pacific plates. The country has 13 to 14 identified megathrust segments with the potential to generate major earthquakes ranging from magnitude 7.8 to 9.2, which could trigger devastating tsunamis. High-risk zones include the Aceh-Andaman region, offshore Sumatra, and the southern coasts of Java, with many segments classified as sei
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:27 WIB
Governor Invites Residents to "Return Home to Jakarta" with Tourism Promotions
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung Wibowo has launched the "Return Home to Jakarta" campaign, encouraging residents to visit the capital city instead of undertaking long-distance travel, with special promotions on hotels, shopping, and attractions running from 27 February to 31 March 2026. The initiative, run in collaboration with hotel, restaurant, and travel agency associations, features discounts of up to 70 per cent across 101 shopping centres and includes complimentary public transport for visi
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:26 WIB
Trade Ministry: Canned gudeg and processed coconut cream from SMEs break into Dutch market
Indonesia's Ministry of Trade has facilitated successful business matching between two domestic SMEs and Dutch importer Interaromat BV, resulting in potential transactions worth 150,000 US dollars for canned gudeg and processed coconut cream products. The Trade Ministry is encouraging Indonesian food and beverage exporters to leverage plant-based and ethnic products to expand into the Dutch and broader European markets, while emphasising the importance of meeting quality standards and European f
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:24 WIB
Ministry of Religious Affairs Holds Pesantren Breaking Fast Event, Discusses Future Santri Projections
Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs held a breaking fast event and discussion forum at Al-Tsaqafah Pesantren in South Jakarta as part of its Ramadan programme, with officials emphasising that modern santri (Islamic boarding school students) must combine religious scholarship with understanding of governance and nationalism to assume leadership positions. The event highlighted the pesantren tradition's rich intellectual heritage and the need for future santri to remain rooted in classical I
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:24 WIB
Ministry of Tourism Enhances Capacity of Tourism Sector Human Resources
Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism is strengthening the capacity of tourism sector public officials through a national stakeholder meeting, with approximately 1,000 participants from 38 provinces. The initiative aims to enhance competencies and professional standards to support Indonesia's Golden 2045 vision and sustainable tourism development amid global volatility. The ministry has established a ministerial guideline on competency-based technical training for civil service employees in the touris
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:23 WIB
National Headlines: Criticism of Free Nutritious Meals and Mahfud Md's Response to Pigai
Indonesian news coverage highlights controversy surrounding the government's free nutritious meal programme (MBG), with Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya defending the 2026 budget allocation as approved by parliament, whilst parents in Sragen complain about poor quality meals during Ramadan. Former Coordinating Minister Mahfud Md. has responded to Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai's claims that opponents of the programme violate human rights, arguing that unprofessional government manageme
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:23 WIB
Police Officers Don Caps and Headscarves While Reciting Islamic Salutations During Student Protest at National Police Headquarters
Hundreds of police personnel deployed to manage a student protest at National Police Headquarters in South Jakarta on 27 February 2026 wore white caps and headscarves as a gesture of respect for Ramadhan. The police's public affairs chief stated that the attire and chanting of Islamic salutations represented the force's humanistic and persuasive approach to managing the demonstration during the holy month, with female officers adopting traditional headscarves and male officers wearing prayer cap
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:23 WIB
National Road Improvements in Parung Targeted for Completion Within Two Months
Indonesia's Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo announced that repairs to the national road in Parung, West Java, are targeted for completion within one to two months, covering the stretch from Pasar Parung to Kemang. The minister emphasised that previous patching efforts were temporary and insufficiently comprehensive, and instructed the relevant road authority to conduct complete renovations rather than piecemeal repairs whilst managing weather-related delays. The acceleration of work is inten
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:22 WIB
Scooters Dominate, Non-Scooter Motorcycles Struggle to Gain Market Entry in Indonesia
Yamaha and other motorcycle manufacturers face limited opportunities to introduce non-scooter models in Indonesia due to the overwhelming dominance of automatic scooters in the domestic market. According to Yamaha Indonesia's Public Relations Manager, manufacturers conduct extensive market research before launching new models, and consumer demand heavily favours scooters given Indonesia's traffic conditions and daily mobility needs. As long as scooters remain the majority preference among Indone
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:19 WIB
Who Is Obliged to Pay Zakat al-Fitr? This Is Baznas's Explanation
Zakat al-fitr is a mandatory religious obligation for Muslims at the end of Ramadan, with specific criteria determining who must pay it. According to Indonesia's National Zakat Agency (Baznas), those obligated to pay must be Muslim, alive at sunset on the final day of Ramadan, and possess sufficient resources beyond their basic needs through Eid al-Fitr. The Baznas and Ministry of Religious Affairs annually establish the amount of zakat al-fitr as a practical guideline for compliance.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:18 WIB
Antam gold soars by Rp40,000 to Rp3,085,000 per gram this Saturday
Antam gold prices surged by Rp40,000 on Saturday to reach Rp3,085,000 per gram, whilst the buyback price also increased to Rp2,864,000 per gram. All gold transactions are subject to income tax (PPh 22) at rates ranging from 0.45% to 3% depending on transaction type and taxpayer status, as regulated under PMK No. 34/PMK.10/2017.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:18 WIB
Information on PPPK Stage 3 Opening at BGN is Hoax
The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has clarified that information circulating about the opening of Stage 3 selection for Civil Service Contract Employees (PPPK) at the agency is false and did not originate from official channels. The agency warned the public against misinformation and scams, emphasising that all legitimate government recruitment processes are free and official announcements will only come through verified BGN website and social media accounts.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:15 WIB
Zakat for the Protection of Fishermen
The Indonesian Ulama Council (MUI) has issued a fatwa permitting zakat, infak, and sadaqah funds to support social security contributions for vulnerable workers, opening a new avenue for integrating religious charity into formal social protection systems. The article advocates for small-scale fishermen to be prioritised under this policy, given their extreme poverty and workplace hazards, whilst highlighting structural gaps between Indonesia's legal protections and operational implementation. Ef
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:15 WIB
Realising Energy Security: Whose Responsibility?
This opinion piece examines the institutional and policy challenges underlying Indonesia's energy security, arguing that energy resilience is fundamentally a public policy matter requiring clear government frameworks rather than a purely commercial decision for state enterprises. The author contends that as Indonesia has been a net oil importer since 2003 with domestic production covering less than half its consumption, strategic petroleum reserves and proper accountability mechanisms—aligned wi
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:15 WIB
Transport Minister Hints at Railway Line Reactivation Plans in West Java and Banten
Transport Minister Dudy Purwagandhi announced plans to reactivate defunct railway lines in West Java and Banten, with West Java taking priority. The Cipatat-Padalarang line (17 km, inactive since 2013) is likely the first candidate for reactivation using a new route, whilst Banten's Rangkasbitung-Pandeglang-Labuan line is expected to boost tourism and economic growth in the region.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:13 WIB
Defence Ministry: TNI Deployment to Gaza in Line with Constitution
The Indonesian Defence Ministry's information chief has defended the planned deployment of TNI peacekeeping forces to Gaza, stating it complies with the Constitution and a UN Security Council resolution. The statement responds to the Forum of Retired TNI Officers' rejection of the deployment, who argue it violates constitutional requirements for parliamentary approval and represents an individual presidential agenda rather than state policy.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:12 WIB
Update on Mitsubishi Hybrid Vehicle Plans in Indonesia
Mitsubishi Motors will launch its first hybrid model in Indonesia, with production starting in the first half of 2026 and marketing beginning in the second half of the year. The new hybrid vehicles will be manufactured locally at PT Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Indonesia's facility rather than imported, supporting the company's broader global electrification strategy across various markets.
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:11 WIB
Facts in the Ko Erwin Drug Trafficking Case Implicating Former Bima City Police Chief
Ko Erwin, a major methamphetamine trafficker from West Nusa Tenggara, was arrested in Tanjung Balai, North Sumatra, while attempting to flee to Malaysia via illegal maritime routes after being placed on a wanted list. The case implicates former Bima City Police Chief AKBP Didik Putra Kuncoro and former narcotics unit commander AKP Malaungi, with Ko Erwin alleged to have paid Rp 1 billion to secure protection for drug distribution operations. The arrest involved gunfire, injuring Ko Erwin in the
Sat, 28 Feb 2026, 09:11 WIB
Half of Housing Loan Programme Quota Disbursed in Two Months, BRI Chief Requests Additional Allocation
PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) has disbursed Rp 3.42 trillion of its Rp 6.10 trillion housing credit programme (KPP) quota within just two months, reaching 25,909 debtors across Indonesia. BRI's Chief Executive Hery Gunardi attributed the rapid uptake to strong demand from micro, small and medium enterprises (UMKM) in the housing sector and indicated the bank may request additional quota allocation from the government. The bank is also supporting tile-making (gentengisasi) financing, targeting p
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