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Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 05:27 WIB
Pramono Anung Claims Floodwaters Recede Quickly, Within Two Hours at Most
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung claimed that flooding which inundated over 120 neighbourhood units and several major roads on 20 February 2026 receded within two hours, though disaster agency data showed 127 neighbourhood units and six roads remained affected by evening. The governor attributed the flooding to heavy upstream rainfall in Tangerang and South Tangerang, with floodwaters in the Kebon Pala area reaching 1.5 metres, whilst authorities deployed pumps to accelerate drainage.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:08 WIB
Popoy Ritual Results Greeted with Joy as Gorontalo Prepares for Cap Go Meh
Chinese-Indonesian residents in Gorontalo celebrated the conclusion of Chinese New Year 2557 Kongzili prayers with the Popoy divination ritual, which confirmed that the traditional Cap Go Meh procession may proceed. The joyous result, announced at the Tulus Harapan Kita Temple, signals the community's readiness to stage the annual parade through the city.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:06 WIB
Government Evaluates Airport Security in Papua Following Aircraft Shooting
The Coordinating Ministry for Political and Security Affairs is conducting a comprehensive review of airport security systems across Papua after the shooting of a Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft. The government has temporarily closed several airports in the region to strengthen security measures by the military and police, whilst vowing to pursue armed groups threatening public safety to the fullest extent of the law.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:06 WIB
ITB: Flash Floods in Sumatra Exceeded National Mitigation Standards
Research by the Bandung Institute of Technology found that the November 2025 flash floods across Aceh, North Sumatra and West Sumatra were triggered by Tropical Cyclone Senyar, producing rainfall with a return period of 700 to 1,000 years — far beyond the national flood mitigation standard designed for 50-year events. The study concluded that land cover changes played a relatively minor role compared to the extreme weather, and urged the government to adopt high-precision geospatial data in disa
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:02 WIB
Bogor Regency's National Health Insurance Coverage Reaches 97.9 Per Cent
Bogor Regency has achieved 97.9 per cent coverage under Indonesia's National Health Insurance (JKN) programme throughout 2025, bringing it close to the Universal Health Coverage target. The local government has expanded membership through collaboration with BPJS Kesehatan and strengthened healthcare facilities, including upgrading clinics and improving emergency services at three regional hospitals.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:01 WIB
Foreign Nationals Dominate Motorcycle Rentals and AirBnB in Bali as Legislators Demand Crackdown
Bali legislators are pressing for immediate enforcement against foreign-owned motorcycle rental and short-term accommodation businesses operating through digital platforms, with estimated transactions reaching Rp50 trillion. The provincial government has imposed a moratorium and sought intervention from the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) to rein in non-compliant foreign investment entities, whilst also flagging land ownership through nominee arrangements as a growing concern threatening lo
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Bogor Employer Named Suspect After Months of Domestic Worker Abuse Over Trivial Kitchen Incident
A 37-year-old employer in Bogor Regency has been formally named a suspect after allegedly subjecting her 21-year-old domestic worker to six months of physical abuse, with the most recent assault triggered by the victim forgetting to turn off a stove. Bogor Police's Women and Children Protection Unit acted swiftly, elevating the case to a formal investigation within days of the complaint and confirming injuries to the victim's head, ears, hands and back through medical examination.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Police seize contents of Nganjuk gold shop in suspected money laundering case
The National Police's Criminal Investigation Agency raided a gold jewellery shop in Nganjuk, East Java, seizing gold items and financial records as evidence in a money laundering investigation linked to unlicensed mining in West Kalimantan. The case, initiated from a PPATK analytical report on suspicious transactions in the domestic gold trade, connects to illegal mining operations from 2019–2022 for which the predicate offence has already been adjudicated at the Pontianak District Court.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Trade Minister Confident Reciprocal Trade Agreement Will Boost Indonesian Exports to the US
Indonesia's Trade Minister Budi Santoso expressed confidence that the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) with the United States will increase Indonesian exports, with 1,819 tariff lines set to receive zero per cent duty access within the 19 per cent import tariff framework. Key commodities benefiting include palm oil, coffee, cocoa, rubber, semiconductors, and aircraft components, whilst textiles and garments will enjoy duty-free access through a Tariff Rate Quota mechanism tied to Indonesia's
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 04:00 WIB
Global Gold Prices Swing Wildly as Investors Await Fed Interest Rate Decision
Global gold prices rebounded 0.82 per cent to above US$5,000 per troy ounce after two consecutive days of correction, as investors scrutinised signals from the US Federal Reserve on monetary policy direction. Market participants are closely watching upcoming FOMC minutes, Core PCE data, and Fed officials' speeches for clues on whether interest rates will be held steady or cut, with analysts suggesting the broader upward trend in gold remains intact despite recent profit-taking.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:59 WIB
Indosat confirms network readiness across 77 Lebaran 2026 homecoming routes
Indosat is preparing its telecommunications network across 77 homecoming routes spanning 8,100 kilometres and 13 cities ahead of Lebaran 2026, anticipating an 18 per cent surge in traffic from an estimated 14 million subscribers undertaking journeys. The mobile operator has deployed 2,500 standby technicians, established 16 joint command posts with the Ministry of Communications and Digital, and is leveraging artificial intelligence backed by five years of historical data to enhance network moni
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:55 WIB
Manokwari district government urged to review dismissal of 235 healthcare workers
A senior senator has called on the Manokwari district government to reverse its decision to terminate 235 contract healthcare workers, some of whom had served for over a decade, warning the move could severely undermine health services in the Papua Barat region. The mass dismissal, triggered by central government budget cuts effective January 2026, has drawn criticism over procedural irregularities and its inconsistency with Papua's broader development programme.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:53 WIB
Genesis Prepares Launch in Indonesia
Hyundai Motor Group's premium brand Genesis is preparing for its official launch in Indonesia, with its local website already displaying model line-ups and 2026 pricing. Rather than immediately opening dealerships, Genesis is taking an unusual approach by conducting VIP sales consultations with existing owners to gather feedback on service expectations before its formal market entry.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:53 WIB
Ahead of Board of Peace, Indonesian Organisation INH Begins Clearing Debris in Gaza
International Networking for Humanitarian (INH), an Indonesian philanthropic organisation, has deployed 90 volunteers to begin clearing rubble and debris from roads in the Gaza Strip, with a preliminary budget of US$400,000 and an estimated one-month timeline. The initiative, which prioritises aid for some 300,000 displaced people amid an estimated 37 million tonnes of debris, comes ahead of broader reconstruction efforts whilst Board of Peace member states continue deliberating on Gaza's recove
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:53 WIB
Indonesian and US Foreign Ministers Reaffirm Strategic Partnership and Support for Palestine
Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met in Washington DC to reinforce the Indonesia-US Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, with both sides pledging enhanced cooperation on regional stability and Palestinian recovery efforts. The meeting, held alongside a heads-of-state-level Board of Peace session, saw Rubio describe Indonesia as "an important partner in promoting a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific region" whilst Sugiono reaffirmed Jakarta's commitment to
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:52 WIB
52-Centimetre Crater Found at Situbondo Firecracker Explosion Site
Police investigating a fatal firecracker explosion in Situbondo, East Java, discovered a 52-centimetre crater at the blast site, confirming the detonation of homemade firecrackers that destroyed 12 houses and killed one person. Evidence of large-scale firecracker production was found at the scene, whilst several victims remain in intensive care with burns covering over 50 per cent of their bodies. The incident highlights ongoing public safety concerns surrounding unregulated firecracker manufact
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:52 WIB
Post-Disaster Rehabilitation in Sumatra Requires Rp56.3 Trillion in Funding
Indonesia's Ministry of National Development Planning (Bappenas) has identified Rp56.3 trillion in funding requirements for post-disaster rehabilitation and reconstruction across Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra, covering 2,108 activities over three years. The scale of the budget underscores the severity of recent disasters in the region, with affected communities in areas such as Aceh Tamiang still reliant on emergency shelters whilst awaiting longer-term reconstruction.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:50 WIB
Pigai Says Komnas HAM Will Operate Like KPK Under Revised Human Rights Law
Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai has announced plans to grant the National Human Rights Commission (Komnas HAM) investigative powers akin to those of the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), as part of a revision to the 1999 Human Rights Law targeted for completion this year. The Attorney General's Office has signalled its support for the establishment of a Komnas HAM investigation unit focused on gross human rights violations, with further technical discussions planned and a subsequent
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:49 WIB
Pram-Rano admit they have yet to resolve flooding, congestion and poverty in Jakarta
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung and Deputy Governor Rano Karno have acknowledged that flooding, traffic congestion and poverty remain unresolved after their first year in office, despite claiming 97 per cent completion of their 40 quick-win programmes. The provincial government is now pivoting to longer-term measures including Ciliwung River normalisation, expanded public transport through Transjabodetabek, and full budget-backed development planning from 2026.
Sat, 21 Feb 2026, 03:47 WIB
Prabowo's Special Assistant Uses Police Free Nutritious Meals Menu Book as Diplomatic Tool in the US
President Prabowo Subianto's special assistant, Dirgayuza Setiawan, has been using the English-language edition of the police-produced Free Nutritious Meals menu book as an instrument of cultural diplomacy in Washington DC. The book, co-authored with Deputy National Police Chief Commissioner General Dedi Prasetyo, has previously been presented at the Indonesian Embassy in London and the World Economic Forum in Davos, positioning Indonesia's flagship nutrition programme on the global stage.
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