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Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 20:04 WIB
Pulau Karya Cemetery in Thousand Islands Crowded with Pilgrims Ahead of Ramadan
The public cemetery on Pulau Karya in Jakarta's Thousand Islands district is experiencing a surge in visitors as residents observe the traditional practice of grave pilgrimages ahead of Ramadan 1447 Hijriah. Local authorities have undertaken cleaning and maintenance preparations to ensure visitor comfort, whilst urging pilgrims to maintain cleanliness at the site.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 20:00 WIB
European Union Urges Israel to Reverse Illegal Annexation Decision in the West Bank
The European Union has called on Israel to rescind its recent decision to register large swathes of the West Bank as "state land," warning that annexation is illegal under international law. Israel's cabinet approved a proposal by senior ministers to formally register Palestinian land in Area C, reopening previously frozen land registration procedures and overturning longstanding Jordanian-era laws. Palestinians view the move as a precursor to formal annexation that would undermine the UN-backed
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:59 WIB
Traffic disrupted as Bailey Bridge Garoga 1 undergoes repairs
Military personnel and workers from state-owned contractor Wika are repairing the damaged Bailey Bridge Garoga 1 on the Trans-Sumatra highway at the border of Central and South Tapanuli in North Sumatra. The temporary bridge suffered damage and holes from hydrometeorological disasters, forcing traffic on both sides to halt whilst wooden planks serving as the bridge deck are replaced.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:48 WIB
Haedar Nashir Urges Muslims to Make Fasting a Force for Social Cohesion
Muhammadiyah Chairman Haedar Nashir has called on Indonesian Muslims to treat Ramadan fasting as a "social canopy" that strengthens community bonds and promotes peace, rather than allowing differences over the start date of the holy month to cause division. He emphasised that in the absence of a unified Islamic calendar, disagreements over religious dates should be met with wisdom and tolerance, urging the faithful to focus on the substance of worship and to serve as agents of peace in society.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:47 WIB
Joko Anwar's "Ghost in the Cell" receives enthusiastic reception at Berlinale 2026
Indonesian director Joko Anwar's latest film "Ghost in the Cell" sold out all four screenings at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival, with audiences responding enthusiastically to its blend of horror, comedy, and social satire reflecting Indonesian life. The film, set for domestic release on 16 April 2026, represents Indonesia's growing cultural footprint abroad, following Anwar's receipt of France's Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres and multiple Citra Awards for his previous
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:44 WIB
National Road Agency Focuses on Repairing Roads in Five North Sumatra Areas Following Disasters
The National Road Implementation Agency (BBPJN) for North Sumatra is concentrating repair efforts on approximately 500 kilometres of roads across five regencies and cities damaged by disasters in late November 2025. With less than 20 per cent of repairs completed across 235 identified points, the agency faces ongoing challenges from weather-related landslides but is targeting full functionality ahead of Eid al-Fitr 2026.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:44 WIB
Muhammadiyah Calls for Tolerance Over Differing Ramadan Start Dates
Muhammadiyah chairman Haedar Nashir has urged Indonesian Muslims to respond wisely to differences in determining the start of Ramadan 1447 H, with Muhammadiyah beginning fasting on Wednesday, 18 February 2026 based on its own astronomical calculations. The Indonesian Council of Ulema (MUI) has acknowledged the likely divergence, whilst the Ministry of Religious Affairs conducted hilal observations at 96 locations ahead of its official isbat session. Haedar also emphasised that Ramadan should ser
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:42 WIB
Cianjur Police: One-Way Traffic System Imposed as Vehicle Volume Rises
Police in Cianjur, West Java, have implemented early one-way traffic systems along the main Puncak-Cianjur route after recording a 20 per cent increase in vehicle volume during the extended Lunar New Year holiday. The traffic engineering measures, coordinated with Bogor Police, aim to prevent total gridlock during the peak return flow, with dozens of officers deployed at congestion-prone points along the Cipanas-Puncak corridor.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:36 WIB
Omani-Iranian Diplomats Meet in Geneva Ahead of US-Iran Nuclear Talks
Senior Omani and Iranian diplomats met in Geneva on Monday to finalise preparations for the second round of indirect talks between Tehran and Washington, following the first post-conflict meeting in Muscat on 6 February. Tuesday's negotiations are expected to focus on regional maritime security and a potential framework for sanctions relief in exchange for nuclear concessions, with Oman continuing its longstanding role as a crucial back-channel mediator between the two adversaries.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:33 WIB
Chinese Space Station Crew Welcome Year of the Horse with Cake and Wishes
The three-member Shenzhou-21 crew aboard China's Tiangong space station celebrated the Lunar New Year — the Year of the Horse — with festive decorations, traditional food, and video greetings beamed to Earth. Notably, the crew enjoyed a freshly baked cake from a space oven, a first for Tiangong celebrations, as their mission surpassed the 100-day mark with all scientific experiments and operations proceeding smoothly.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 19:23 WIB
China to Mandate Physical Controls in Vehicles, Reducing Touchscreen Reliance
China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology plans to require physical control mechanisms for key vehicle functions such as indicators, windows, and driver-assistance systems, effective for newly manufactured vehicles from July 2027. The regulation targets the trend of minimalist, touchscreen-dominated cockpit designs prevalent in electric vehicles, mandating that primary controls be blind-operable and accessible without excessive visual input.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 18:20 WIB
What Is on Prabowo's Agenda in the United States?
President Prabowo Subianto has embarked on a state visit to Washington D.C. with two key agenda items: signing a reciprocal trade agreement with President Trump that would reduce US tariffs on Indonesian goods from 32 to 19 per cent, and attending the inaugural Board of Peace summit. The trade deal includes US tariff exemptions for Indonesian palm oil, coffee, and cocoa, whilst Indonesia has committed to eliminating import duties on most American products — though Indonesia's potential US$1 bill
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 17:53 WIB
Piprim Dismissed: Health Ministry Insists Paediatric Cardiac Services Remain Safe
Indonesia's Health Ministry dismissed paediatric cardiologist Piprim Basarah Yanuarso for refusing to report to his new posting at Fatmawati Hospital, citing civil service discipline regulations. The sacking has raised concerns about the impact on children's heart surgery services and specialist medical training at Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital, with remaining staff reporting growing patient queues, particularly among national health insurance (BPJS) patients.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 16:46 WIB
Religious Affairs Minister Takes OSO's Private Jet to Attend Balai Sarkiah Inauguration
Minister of Religious Affairs Nasaruddin Umar flew on a private jet provided by Hanura Party chairman Oesman Sapta Odang (OSO) to attend the inauguration of the Balai Sarkiah building in Takalar, South Sulawesi. The facility, built by the OSO Foundation, is intended to serve as a centre for religious activities, education, and community empowerment, raising questions about the propriety of a cabinet minister accepting private transport from a political party leader.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 16:00 WIB
Why Does the Date of Chinese New Year Change Every Year?
Chinese New Year, or Imlek, falls today, Tuesday 17 February 2026. Behind the annual celebration lies a wealth of fascinating history, particularly regarding how the date of Imlek is determined. So how is the date of Imlek established, and what are the origins of the celebration? According to RD.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 16:00 WIB
Ministry of Religious Affairs Holds Isbat Session Today to Determine Start of Ramadan 2026
Jakarta, VIVA – The Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) will hold an Isbat session to determine the first day of Ramadan 1447 Hijri today, Tuesday, 17 February 2026. According to information from Kemenag's official Instagram account, the Isbat session will be held at Hotel Borobudur in...
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 15:52 WIB
453 Joint Personnel Deployed to Secure Lunar New Year Celebrations at 42 Temples in West Jakarta
West Jakarta Metropolitan Police Chief Commissioner Twedi Aditya Bennyahdi announced that the West Jakarta Metropolitan Police, together with the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) and related agencies, have deployed 453 joint personnel to secure Lunar New Year celebrations.
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 15:50 WIB
44 Confucian Inmates Receive Sentence Remissions for Lunar New Year 2026
The Directorate General of Corrections under the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections granted Special Remissions and Special Sentence Reductions for Lunar New Year 2026 to 44 Confucian inmates across Indonesia on Tuesday (17 February).
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 15:49 WIB
East Jakarta Repairs Thousands of Potholes
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The East Jakarta Highways Agency (Suku Dinas Bina Marga) has repaired 1,745 potholes spread across 10 sub-districts in the area. "Since early February until now, a total of 1,745 potholes in East Jakarta have been patched," said Head of the East Jakarta Highways Agency Benhard...
Tue, 17 Feb 2026, 15:40 WIB
Chinese New Year: 44 Inmates Receive Sentence Remissions and Reductions
The Directorate General of Corrections (Ditjenpas) under the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections has granted special remissions and sentence reductions to 44 Confucian inmates in commemoration of Chinese New Year 2026.
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