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Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:33 WIB
Court Witness Reveals IT Consultant Salaries at Education Ministry Reached Hundreds of Millions of Rupiah
A former head of the Centre for Data and Information Technology at Indonesia's Education Ministry testified in a corruption trial that IT consultants hired under former minister Nadiem Makarim received monthly salaries reaching hundreds of millions of rupiah, funded from the state budget. One defendant, Ibrahim Arief, received Rp163 million per month according to the prosecution's indictment, though he claimed the net amount after tax deductions was approximately Rp118 million.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:31 WIB
Black Sewage Water Floods Street in Kalideres Following Pipe Excavation Project
Residents in Jakarta's Kalideres district have complained about stagnant black sewage water overflowing onto Jalan Satu Maret following the completion of a water pipe excavation project by PAM Jaya, which has persisted for over two weeks. The foul-smelling water accumulation has disrupted local businesses, created safety hazards for motorists, and left the area with persistent odours that penetrate nearby shops.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:30 WIB
Pemalang-Pekalongan Road Guaranteed Smooth During Eid Holiday Exodus
Indonesia's Ministry of Public Works is accelerating preservation work on the Pemalang-Pekalongan National Road to ensure smooth conditions for the 2026 Eid holiday exodus. The project has achieved 78.89 per cent physical progress, exceeding its planned target of 37.66 per cent, employing two construction methods to strengthen this strategically important section of the North Coast corridor.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:30 WIB
US Media Reports Saudi Arabia Quietly Lobbied Trump to Attack Iran
US media reports that Saudi Arabia and Israel quietly pressured President Trump to launch the "Epic Fury" military operation against Iran on 1 March 2026, which resulted in the reported death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman conducted private telephone calls with Trump to advocate for the attack whilst publicly claiming to support diplomatic solutions, whilst Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pursued an open public campaign for military action.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:30 WIB
MPR Chairman Views Prabowo's Bid to Mediate US-Israel-Iran Conflict as Commendable
Indonesia's MPR Chairman Ahmad Muzani has praised President Prabowo Subianto's intention to serve as a mediator in the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran. President Prabowo has expressed readiness to travel to Tehran to facilitate dialogue and restore security conditions in the Middle East, reflecting Indonesia's commitment to active free foreign policy and global stability.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:29 WIB
Kampung Kramat Bridge Settles: Steel Plates Installed to Allow Motorcycles to Pass
The Kampung Kramat Bridge connecting East Jakarta and Bekasi city has subsided, prompting authorities to install steel plates as a temporary measure to allow two-wheeled vehicles to cross. The District Head of Cipayung stated that comprehensive repairs cannot proceed until the Public Works Ministry restores the eroded Sunter Canal embankment beneath the bridge, which is causing the ongoing structural damage.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:29 WIB
Stepmother, Biological Father, and Biological Mother File Mutual Reports in NS Abuse Case; Three Reports Lodged
The Sukabumi Police have received three reports related to the alleged abuse and death of a child identified as NS in Sukabumi, West Java. The stepmother, Teni Ridha, has been named as a suspect in two reports filed by the biological father Anwar Satibi, whilst the biological father is the subject of one report filed by the biological mother's legal representative.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:29 WIB
Semarang-Godong Road Improvement Reaches 75 Per Cent Completion
The Central Java provincial government has announced that the repair programme for the Semarang-Godong road section in Grobogan Regency has reached 75 per cent completion. Governor Ahmad Luthfi has targeted the route to be passable by seven days before Eid al-Fitr 2026 to accommodate holiday travellers, with the road segment approximately 60 metres in length currently undergoing base layer and concrete foundation work whilst managing seepage issues from the Tuntang River.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:28 WIB
Government Projects 143.9 Million Movements During 2026 Eid Al-Fitr Holiday
The Indonesian Government has projected 143.9 million people movements during the 2026 Eid Al-Fitr holiday period based on a Ministry of Transport survey, prompting the need for coordinated mobility management.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:28 WIB
US-Iran Conflict Could Widen Indonesia's Budget Deficit by IDR 200 Trillion, Says CORE
Economist Yusuf Rendy Manilet from the Center of Reform on Economics (CORE) has warned that the escalating US-Iran conflict could widen Indonesia's 2026 budget deficit (APBN) by up to IDR 200 trillion through two main channels: rising crude oil prices and rupiah depreciation. The analysis shows that each USD 1 increase in oil prices widens the deficit by approximately IDR 6.8 trillion, whilst each IDR 100 rupiah depreciation adds around IDR 0.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:27 WIB
LPSK states deceased child's father is gang member; Commission III DPR demands security assurances
Indonesia's Commission III of the House of Representatives has demanded police guarantee the security of the biological mother of NS, a 12-year-old boy who died allegedly at the hands of his stepmother, following revelations by the Witness and Victim Protection Agency (LPSK) that the child's father is a gang member.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:27 WIB
Remembering Try Sutrisno, Gibran: His Service is an Important Chapter in the Nation's History
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has paid tribute to the late sixth Vice President of Indonesia, Try Sutrisno, describing him as a leader whose exemplary service and dedication form an important part of Indonesia's national history. Gibran expressed deep condolences over Try Sutrisno's death following treatment at RSPAD Gatot Soebroto hospital in Jakarta, highlighting his lifetime of service from military career to statesman.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:26 WIB
FPCI Founder Warns US-Israeli Attack on Iran Will Escalate into Prolonged Conflict
Dino Patti Djalal, founder of the Foreign Policy Community of Indonesia, has warned that US and Israeli military action against Iran will develop into a prolonged conflict aimed at overthrowing Iran's government rather than merely constraining its nuclear capacity. He argues that Indonesia should take a clear, principled stance consistent with international law rather than pursue ineffective mediation, noting that the US under Trump is unlikely to accept third-party intervention.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:25 WIB
Operation Ketupat 2026 Launches 13-25 March with 2,746 Posts Established; National Police Chief: Security Must Be Optimal
The Indonesian National Police (Polri) has launched Operation Ketupat 2026 from 13-25 March to secure Eid exodus and return movements, with National Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo personally leading inter-sectoral coordination to ensure optimal security and public service.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:25 WIB
Dave Laksono: Integrated Downstream Strategy Makes Indonesia the Centre of Global Green Energy Supply Chain
A member of Indonesia's parliament, Dave Laksono, has praised Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia's integrated downstream strategy, positioning Indonesia as a global centre for green energy supply chains rather than merely an exporter of raw materials.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:25 WIB
Iran War Threatens Indonesian Textile Industry with Raw Material Crisis
Escalating conflict in the Middle East threatens to disrupt Indonesia's textile and textile products (TPT) industry, particularly through supply chain disruptions of Monoethylene Glycol (MEG), of which Indonesia imports 85% from the Middle East. Rising logistics costs from increased insurance premiums and extended shipping routes will also pressure exports, with Europe accounting for 30% and the US 40% of Indonesia's TPT exports.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:24 WIB
Police deploy personnel to tackle wrong-way drivers during rush hour in Cakung
The East Jakarta Police Traffic Unit has stationed three officers each morning between 06:00 and 09:00 WIB on Jalan Raya Bekasi in Cakung to address the recurring problem of vehicles driving against traffic during peak hours. The measure aims to reduce accident risks and enforce traffic discipline, with officers employing persuasive approaches and Electronic Traffic Law Enforcement (ETLE) cameras for violations.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:24 WIB
Bandung Mayor Reprimands Three Departments Over Cable Excavation Project That Caused Accidents
Bandung Mayor Muhammad Farhan has issued a stern reprimand to three municipal departments and PT BII (a municipal enterprise) over a cable excavation project that has caused accidents involving motorcyclists and truck drivers. The mayor has issued an ultimatum for all cable excavation work to be completed by 5 March 2026, and has pledged to cover medical treatment for accident victims at the city hospital whilst coordinating with West Java Provincial Government.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:22 WIB
Constitutional Court Decision on Obstruction of Justice Boundaries Provides Journalistic Protection
The Indonesian Constitutional Court (MK) has issued a landmark decision clarifying the boundaries of obstruction of justice (OOJ) under anti-corruption law, providing constitutional protection for journalism, freedom of expression, and academic discourse. The court struck down vague language in Article 21 of the Anti-Corruption Law that previously allowed authorities to broadly criminalize journalistic investigations and public discussion under the guise of obstructing legal proceedings.
Mon, 02 Mar 2026, 15:22 WIB
Honouring Try Sutrisno: Luhut Praises His "High Fighting Spirit"
Indonesia's national economic council chairman Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan has paid tribute to the late sixth Vice President Try Sutrisno, who passed away at aged 90 on 2 March 2026, commending his unwavering spirit and positive outlook despite health challenges. Luhut urged the younger generation to emulate Sutrisno's exemplary conduct, particularly his emphasis on national unity and prudent decision-making.
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