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Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:33 WIB
Yaqut Prepares Experts to Challenge KPK's Suspect-Designation Procedure
Former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas will call three to four expert witnesses at the evidentiary stage of his pre-trial challenge against the KPK. The hearing is scheduled at the South Jakarta District Court on 5 March 2026. His lawyer argues that the KPK has misapplied KUHAP provisions and that the suspect designation may have been carried out by unauthorised leadership, raising procedural questions.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:31 WIB
Tearful Welcome as the Body of Jembrana's PMI, Who Died in Russia, Arrives Home
The body of Ni Made Dwi Arya Wati, a 36-year-old Indonesian migrant worker from Jembrana who died in Russia, has been repatriated and welcomed with tears at her home. The body landed at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport and was escorted by local officials and the Bali AP3MI task force. Officials said the repatriation proceeded quickly due to a formal contract and visa, but Russia’s autopsy requirement means autopsy results are still pending.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:31 WIB
US stocks fall amid Wall Street concerns over Iran conflict
US stocks fell on Tuesday as investors weighed a widening Iran conflict and the prospect of broader Middle East involvement. The Dow Jones, S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed lower, with all 11 S&P sectors in the red, while volatility surged. Energy prices rose and several corporate earnings news provided mixed signals, including Target's upbeat guidance and notable moves in Plug Power and MongoDB.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:30 WIB
BMH West Java Applauds Dai and Qur'anic Teachers in Bandung Raya
BMH West Java distributed Ramadan care packages to dozens of dai and Qur'anic teachers in Bandung Raya, highlighting their vital role in guiding the community. The aid, delivered at the Hidayatullah pesantren in Bandung Regency, includes essentials, worship items and Eid al-Fitr funding. The organisation intends the programme as an annual gesture to support moral guardians in communities with limited facilities.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:30 WIB
The History of Measles: Discoverers, Origins, and the Evolution of Vaccines Through the Ages
An overview tracing the measles virus from its origins in cattle disease to modern vaccines, highlighting al-Razi’s early distinction of measles, Enders' lab attenuation and the 1963 licensing, and continuing outbreaks in under-immunised regions as of 2026.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:30 WIB
Cart-Pushers Phenomenon in Jakarta, Pramono: We Have Suppressed It
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung says enforcement against Penyandang Masalah Kesejahteraan Sosial in public spaces continues, highlighting the crackdown on the 'cart-pushers' and the inauguration of Satpol PP officials who will be reinforced on the ground. He frames the moves as part of preserving Jakarta's image as a global, orderly, and humane city, while loosening education requirements for PJLP to expand employment opportunities.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:30 WIB
Bahlil Stresses Coal Supply for Power Plants Secure Through April
Indonesia’s Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia says coal supplies for PLN are secure through April 2026, with the government monitoring domestic demand and organising production under RKAB. He reiterates a plan to cut coal output in 2026 to balance the market, arguing Indonesia’s large share of global coal trade has contributed to lower prices. He emphasises coal is a state asset to be managed sustainably and that RKAB focuses on meeting national needs first.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:28 WIB
Pramono Rejects Negotiations to Operate Residential Padel Courts After 8 p.m.
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung has refused to relax the 8 p.m. cap on residential padel courts, even for those with a Building Use Permit (PBG). He also reiterated that all padel facilities must obtain a business licence and comply with soundproofing requirements if they cause noise, with enforcement to be strict.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:28 WIB
Requirements to Claim Free DANA Balance Today, Payouts Up to Rp345,000
In March 2026, the pursuit of additional income through digital wallets has surged. The article outlines official steps to claim a free DANA balance of up to Rp345,000, including the DANA Kaget feature and daily missions, with cautions about quotas and account verification.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:27 WIB
Polri Traffic Police Campaigns for Mudik Safety Through Song
Polri's Traffic Corps launched the Ketupat 2026 tagline 'Mudik Aman, Keluarga Bahagia' and introduced a safety anthem 'Mudik Tertib Ojo Kesusu' at Bank Mega Tower on 3 March 2026. The campaign emphasises safe, orderly travel for Eid exodus and back, with collaboration from government and private sector stakeholders to ensure a secure operation.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:27 WIB
Ghetts jailed for 12 years in fatal hit-and-run case
A British court at the Old Bailey has sentenced rapper Ghetts, real name Justin Jude Clarke-Samuel, to 12 years in prison for causing the death of a Nepalese student, 20-year-old Yubin Tamang, in a fatal hit-and-run last year. Prosecutors said he drove dangerously while intoxicated in a BMW M5, ran a red light, and drove on the wrong side of the road before colliding with Tamang, then fled the scene and drove about 12 kilometres home without offering assistance. The defendant apologised to the family in a letter, but the judge upheld the sentence for driving well above the speed limit and leaving the scene.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:27 WIB
Passenger movements at Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, Aceh, ease during Ramadan
Passenger traffic at Aceh's Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport eased during Ramadan 1447 AH, with daily travellers typically down from around 2,300–2,500 to about 1,400–1,600. The decline is attributed to fewer out-of-area and international visitors, while locals devote Ramadan to religious observance; some foreign tourists, especially from Malaysia, also visit to experience Ramadan in Aceh’s Serambi Mekah. Operational activity remained normal, with free takjil distributed to departing and arriving passengers as the Maghrib call to prayer sounded.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:27 WIB
Today's Iftar Schedule, 4 March 2026: Jakarta Awaits Maghrib
Jakarta's Ramadan timetable lists today's Imsak and Maghrib times, providing residents with the official schedule for breaking the fast. The times, drawn from the Bimas Islam imsakiyah, place Maghrib at 18:14 and Imsak at 04:33, guiding worshippers through the day's pivotal moments.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:27 WIB
Iran–US Conflict Widens, Watch Oil Price Impacts and the Fate of Indonesian Citizens in the Middle East
The Iran–US conflict, with Israel, escalates after stalled Geneva talks, with US air strikes on Iranian cities and Iranian retaliation targeting US bases and Gulf infrastructure. Indonesia warns of knock-on effects on energy security and urges protective measures for Indonesian citizens abroad, while considering energy supply diversification.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:26 WIB
Meutya Hafid Conducts Surprise Visit to Meta Office, Raises Disinformation Content Concerns
Indonesian Minister of Communications and Digital Meutya Hafid, flanked by a delegation of ministry and security officials, conducted a surprise inspection of Meta's office in Jakarta to press for action on disinformation. They demanded algorithm transparency, openness in content moderation, and clearer reporting obligations, emphasising intensified monitoring for Indonesia’s large digital market of around 230 million internet users.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:26 WIB
Two Motorcycle Thieves Caught in Johar Baru, Previously Active in Sunter
Two men identified as AW and I were captured by residents while attempting to steal a motorcycle in Johar Baru, Central Jakarta. Police say they admitted to previously stealing a bike and hiding it in Sunter, North Jakarta, and they face charges under Article 363 KUHP for aggravated theft. The incident was recorded on CCTV and circulated on social media.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:26 WIB
Amran Names Distributors as the Main Culprits Behind Expensive Beef and Chicken
The head of Indonesia's National Food Agency, Andi Amran Sulaiman, blames middlemen for recent spikes in beef and chicken prices, saying distributors have raised prices ahead of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. The government has vowed to revoke licenses of illicit distributors and cites SP2KP data showing prices hovering above the price reference, with average beef and chicken prices near or above set thresholds.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:26 WIB
Arief Hidayat: The Constitutional Court Is Made Up of People Who Can Also Err
Arief Hidayat cautions that the Supreme Court (MK) is composed of nine judges who can still err, noting that MK rulings have provoked public debate. He argues for proportionality in parliament's threshold to balance political stability, party simplification, and decision-making ease, referencing MK Decision No. 116 as an example.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:25 WIB
President Prabowo to Host Iftar with Ulama Tomorrow
President Prabowo Subianto is set to host an iftar with ulama in Jakarta on Thursday, 5 March 2026. The event will bring together religious leaders from Islamic organisations and pesantren, with plans for technical arrangements to be finalised. Earlier, the president invited former presidents, former vice presidents, and a former foreign minister to Istana Merdeka as part of Ramadhan silaturahmi, where issues including the Iran–Israel conflict and the BoP were discussed.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026, 17:25 WIB
Gibran Urges Teachers and Parents to Master AI in the Digital Transformation Era
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka urged teachers and parents to master AI as part of preparing for digital transformation, during the AI Ready ASEAN workshop in Bandung. The government under President Prabowo Subianto frames AI literacy as essential for national progress, insisting adaptation is a shared responsibility and that AI should be used ethically with critical and computational thinking. The remarks highlight a policy push to raise digital literacy across education and public services while safeguarding integrity.
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