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Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:59 WIB
Ministry of Religious Affairs to Disburse Rp 4.5 Trillion in Operational Assistance for Islamic Schools Before Eid
The Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs plans to disburse Rp 4.5 trillion in operational assistance to over 83,000 Islamic educational institutions (madrasahs and early childhood centres) before Eid al-Fitr 2026. The disbursement comprises Rp 428 billion for early childhood centres and Rp 4.1 trillion for madrasahs, whilst the government shifts its funding distribution mechanism from quarterly to semi-annual cycles starting in 2026.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:59 WIB
Banten Provincial Government Distributes IDR 233 Million Assistance to Religious Teachers and Quran Instructors
The Banten Provincial Government has distributed IDR 233 million in social assistance to religious teachers, mosque caretakers, Quran instructors, and Islamic educational institutions as part of its Ramadan Safari programme. The aid, distributed in collaboration with the Indonesian Mosque Council and the National Zakat Amil Agency, also included support for housing, education, and clean water infrastructure in Serang City. The initiative forms part of broader efforts to strengthen social protect
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:57 WIB
Qur'anic reading and memorisation education for visually impaired students at Raudlatul Makfufin Islamic boarding school
Raudlatul Makfufin Islamic boarding school in South Tangerang, Banten, provides specialised Qur'anic education to 28 visually impaired students through Braille-based reading and memorisation programmes. The initiative demonstrates Indonesia's commitment to enhancing religious literacy and educational accessibility for people with visual disabilities through adapted learning methods.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:56 WIB
Islamic Banking Increasingly Competitive Despite 7 Per Cent Market Share
Indonesia's Deposit Insurance Corporation chairman has highlighted significant improvements in the competitiveness of Islamic banks relative to conventional banks, citing Bank Syariah Indonesia as a successful example despite the sector's modest 7 per cent market share. Government-backed consolidation initiatives, including the creation of BSI, BSN, and the merger of BTN with Bank Viktoria Syariah, have been instrumental in strengthening Islamic banking competitiveness through improved pricing a
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:56 WIB
Commission X of House of Representatives: 2026 Economic Census must be accurate, not tailored data
The Deputy Chairman of Indonesia's House Commission X has pressed the Central Bureau of Statistics to ensure the 2026 Economic Census produces accurate data through intensive regional coordination, warning against politically influenced figures. Reliable census data is crucial for properly targeting government policies and social assistance programmes, as flawed statistics result in aid reaching unqualified recipients. The census runs from May to July 2026 and is conducted decennially to assess
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:56 WIB
AI adoption must drive national productivity, says communications minister
Indonesia's Minister of Communication and Digital Affairs, Meutya Hafid, has stated that while AI adoption has reached 92 per cent, its translation into increased national productivity and economic value remains limited. The government aims to transform Indonesia from a digital market into an ASEAN AI innovation hub through initiatives including the Garuda Spark Innovation Hub and the Google for Startups Accelerator programme, which has already supported 63 domestic start-ups. These efforts unde
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:54 WIB
China adds 20 Japanese entities to export control list
China's Ministry of Commerce has added 20 Japanese entities, including Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Shipbuilding, to an export control list, prohibiting all exports of dual-use items to these companies in pursuit of national security and non-proliferation obligations. Additionally, 20 further Japanese entities have been placed on a monitoring list due to verification concerns over their end-users and end-use of dual-use imports. This trade measure reflects escalating economic tensions between Chi
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:54 WIB
Finance Minister Heeds Parliament's Call to Postpone Indian Pick-up Truck Imports
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has agreed to postpone the import of 105,000 pick-up trucks from Indian manufacturers Mahindra and Mahindra and Tata Motors, following direction from the House of Representatives. The decision reflects President Prabowo Subianto's stated policy priority to support domestic automotive industry capacity. PT Agrinas Pangan Nusantara, the importing company, has consented to the postponement and will await further government instructions before distributing vehic
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:53 WIB
Commission III of House of Representatives Regrets Detention of Contract Teacher Over Part-Time Work
Commission III of Indonesia's House of Representatives has criticised the prosecution and detention of a contract teacher for corruption charges related to holding a simultaneous part-time position as a Local Village Assistant funded by state budgets. The Parliament's Commission III chief argues that prosecutors should follow the new Criminal Code's requirement to prove criminal intent and suggests the case should have been resolved administratively rather than through criminal prosecution. The
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:53 WIB
Protesters Conduct Absentee Prayers Before DIY Regional Police Headquarters
Protesters gathered at Yogyakarta's DIY Regional Police Headquarters to hold absentee prayers for victims of alleged police violence and detainees from previous demonstrations, following the breach of the facility's eastern gate. The demonstration, described as a grassroots collective movement, reflected mounting civil society grievances regarding police conduct and detention practices, with participants calling for institutional reform. Clashes subsequently erupted, leading to the crowd's dispe
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:52 WIB
Minister of Trade Discusses Regulation of Modern Retail Expansion with Villages and Disadvantaged Regions Minister
Indonesia's Trade Minister plans discussions with the Villages and Disadvantaged Regions Minister to regulate modern retail expansion following village cooperatives' establishment. Major retail chains such as Alfamart and Indomaret currently operate predominantly in urban areas, whilst village cooperatives maintain broader reach to remote communities. The policy initiative seeks to support rural commerce development by potentially regulating large retail chain expansion in underserved regions.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:51 WIB
National Land Agency Partners with ANTARA to Publicise Land Programmes in Central Papua
Indonesia's National Land Agency (BPN) has established a partnership with the state news agency ANTARA to disseminate land programme information across West and Central Papua. The cooperation aims to increase public awareness of land rights, procedures, and services to prevent disputes and ensure legal certainty regarding land ownership. The initiative represents a strategic effort to strengthen public trust in land services and support regional development through credible, factual reporting.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:49 WIB
Traffic Police Chief Inspects West Java Toll Roads to Ensure Operation Ketupat 2026 Readiness
The Head of Indonesia's National Traffic Corps inspected West Java toll roads on 24th February to prepare for Operation Ketupat 2026, a major traffic management initiative for Lebaran homecoming travel. The inspection covered key toll routes including Cipali and Cisumdawu, focusing on checkpoint readiness and vehicle safety procedures. The operation involves coordinated efforts from multiple government agencies to ensure safe and smooth travel for millions of Indonesians during the Eid celebrati
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:47 WIB
Police investigate discovery of male body in Ciliwung River
Police are investigating the discovery of an unidentified male body found floating in Jakarta's Ciliwung River in South Jakarta on Tuesday evening. Fishermen spotted the body and reported it to local authorities, who evacuated it with assistance from the Jagakarsa Fire Department. The victim's identity and the circumstances of death remain under investigation.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:47 WIB
Chronology of Debt Collectors' Stabbing of Lawyer in Tangerang, Including Raid on Victim's Home
A 40-year-old lawyer in Tangerang was stabbed three times by a group of debt collectors during an altercation over unpaid car instalments totalling two months' arrears. The incident escalated at a housing complex gate after the perpetrators allegedly visited the victim's residence to reclaim the vehicle, resulting in hospitalisation with serious injuries. Police have opened an investigation into the assault.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:45 WIB
Culture Minister Meets Papua Museum Founder in Germany, Expands Indonesia's Cultural Diplomacy
Indonesia's Minister of Culture met with German curator Werner Weiglein, founder of the Papua Museum in Gelnhausen, to strengthen bilateral cultural ties and diplomatic networks. Weiglein has spent over five decades documenting and promoting Indonesian cultural heritage in Europe through museum curation, scholarly publications, and extensive expeditions across the archipelago. The meeting reflects Indonesia's strategic approach to leveraging cultural diplomacy as a tool for expanding soft power
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:40 WIB
Two-Metre Floodwaters Submerge Kolaka, Southeast Sulawesi, Affecting Hundreds of Households
Heavy rainfall caused the Polenga and Tondowolio rivers in Kolaka Regency, Southeast Sulawesi, to overflow on 22 February, submerging 134 households under floodwaters reaching 2 metres in depth. Over 100 homes, public facilities including schools, and 30 hectares of rice fields were damaged by the disaster, with the Regional Disaster Management Agency coordinating response efforts. Water levels have begun to recede as residents commence clean-up operations.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:39 WIB
Market Observer Warns of Market Absorption Readiness as Free Float Requirement Increases
The Indonesian Stock Exchange is implementing a new regulatory requirement increasing the minimum free float for listed companies from 7.5 per cent to 15 per cent, effective March 2026, requiring market absorption of approximately Rp187 trillion. Market observers caution that whilst the policy could enhance market liquidity and attract institutional investors, careful implementation is essential to avoid temporary price pressures and oversupply. The Financial Services Authority is introducing sp
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:39 WIB
Timeline: East Jakarta Petrol Station Attendant Assaulted by Motorist with Fraudulent Registration Claiming Official Status
A man claiming to be a government official assaulted petrol station staff in East Jakarta on 22 February after being refused subsidised fuel due to vehicle registration inconsistencies within the fuel subsidy system. Police arrested the perpetrator on 24 February, identifying him as a private entrepreneur rather than an official, with investigation revealing fraudulent vehicle registration documentation. The incident underscores vulnerabilities in fuel subsidy controls and highlights authorities
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 20:38 WIB
Student Dies in Maluku; Crowd Says Police Reform Has Yielded No Results
A 14-year-old student was fatally assaulted by a Brimob (Mobile Brigade) officer in Tual, Maluku, prompting a mass protest at the Yogyakarta Regional Police Headquarters on 24 February 2026. The crowd of students and citizens expressed deep frustration with the Polri's failed institutional reforms, viewing the death not as an isolated incident but as symptomatic of systemic institutional failure. The escalating protest, which resulted in vandalism of police facilities, reflects a broader collaps
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