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Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:57 WIB
Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah Urges Greater Saudi Visits to Indonesia
Indonesia's Deputy Minister of Hajj and Umrah has called for increased visits from Saudi Arabian citizens to Indonesia, emphasising the country's strategic bilateral partnership and noting record numbers of Indonesian pilgrims undertaking Hajj and Umrah. With 2.6 million Umrah pilgrims and 221,000 Hajj pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia this year, the minister stressed the importance of reciprocal tourism between the two nations. The Saudi Ambassador affirmed the deepening diplomatic relationsh
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:56 WIB
Psychologist highlights unconscious 'oversharing' behaviour on social media
A psychologist has cautioned against unconscious oversharing on social media, attributing the behaviour to intense emotional states that trigger impulsive posting without consideration of consequences. The expert identified key manifestations of oversharing, including disclosure of excessively personal content, sharing others' stories without permission, and posting whilst experiencing heightened emotional intensity. To mitigate this behaviour, the psychologist recommends employing a "pause" tec
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:54 WIB
Three Former Belawan Port Authority Heads Detained in Corruption Probe
The North Sumatra Prosecutor's Office has detained three former heads of Belawan Port Authority as suspects in a corruption case involving non-tax state revenue (PNBP) from port services during 2023–2024. Investigators allege the officials failed to properly reconcile mandatory pilotage and towing service revenues, causing alleged state financial losses totalling billions of rupiah. The suspects face charges under Indonesia's anti-corruption law and the criminal code.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:54 WIB
Regional Council Demands Stricter Post-Study Monitoring of Overseas LPDP Scholarship Recipients
Indonesia's Regional Representative Council (DPD) has called for tighter post-study oversight of LPDP scholarship recipients studying abroad, prompted by cases of recipients failing to fulfil mandatory service obligations. The LPDP director general confirmed that 44 recipients have been sanctioned, with eight ordered to return funds and 36 under investigation, exposing enforcement gaps in the 2N+1 service scheme requiring recipients to work in Indonesia for twice their study period plus one year
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:52 WIB
Distinguished Professor at IPB: Aged Water Containers Remain Safe with Proper Maintenance
Professor Ahmad Sulaeman from IPB University's food safety division has confirmed that reusable water containers of any age remain safe for public consumption when properly maintained and stored, contrary to assumptions that older containers pose greater chemical risks. The expert emphasised that safety depends not on container age but on correct storage conditions and care practices, with harmful chemical migration only occurring under extreme temperatures or pH conditions. In Indonesia, bottle
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 22:50 WIB
Mount Semeru erupts with 3-kilometre pyroclastic flow as authorities warn of lahar risk
Mount Semeru in Indonesia has erupted again, ejecting a 3-kilometre pyroclastic flow towards Besuk Kobokan on Tuesday evening, captured by local residents. Though residential areas remain unaffected thus far, the Lumajang Disaster Management Agency is on high alert for potential lahars (volcanic mudflows) amid continued heavy rainfall in the region.
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 21:11 WIB
Counter-Protesters Disperse Student Demonstration at Yogyakarta Police Headquarters
A student demonstration in Yogyakarta protesting the death of a 14-year-old killed by a Brimob officer in Maluku was dispersed by counter-protesters claiming to represent local citizens. The protest reflected broader public anger at the Indonesian National Police's failed institutional reforms and systemic violence, with demonstrators characterising their action as expressing anger at the institution itself rather than individual officers. The incident highlights escalating tensions between publ
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 21:05 WIB
Following El Mencho's Death, DPR Member Urges Government to Ensure Safety of Indonesian Citizens in Mexico
Following the killing of Mexican drug cartel leader El Mencho by military forces, which triggered violent retaliatory attacks across Jalisco state, a member of Indonesia's House of Representatives has called on the government to ensure the safety of 45 Indonesian citizens residing there. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed all Indonesian nationals are currently safe and complying with local restrictions to remain indoors. The DPR pledged to monitor developments and urged the embassy to int
Tue, 24 Feb 2026, 21:00 WIB
Regional innovation critical to Indonesia's economic transformation, BRIN chief urges
BRIN Chief Arif Satria has called for regional leaders to intensify innovation efforts to support Indonesia's "Golden Indonesia 2045" vision of becoming a developed and competitive economy by the nation's centenary. The National Development Planning Minister emphasised that regional competitiveness depends on productivity, infrastructure, and innovation capacity, with equitable technology access essential for narrowing regional disparities. The government has positioned stronger regional innovat
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, 20:53 WIB
South Sumatra Police Chief Leads Mass Drug Destruction, Commits to Eradication Campaign
South Sumatra's Police Chief personally supervised the destruction of eight kilograms of methamphetamine and hundreds of ecstasy pills seized during recent operations, signalling an intensified campaign against drug trafficking. The investigation has expanded to include arrests of foreign nationals suspected of involvement in cross-border distribution networks and discovery of new narcotics delivery methods using cartridges. Authorities estimate the seized substances could have potentially harme
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