Human Interest Stories: ITB Research Fraud Claims and 3T School Plans
Jakarta (ANTARA) - A selection of human interest stories from Thursday that captured readers’ attention and remain relevant this morning, from ITB alumni research fraud allegations to new school construction plans in 3T regions.
- ITB confirms alleged master’s alumna research fraud is individual
The Bandung Institute of Technology (ITB) has stated that the alleged manipulation (fraud) in research at an international conference involving master’s alumna Prihantini is solely an individual legal matter and unrelated to the institution’s academic activities.
Prihantini, a 2020 graduate of ITB’s Master of Mathematics programme in the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), completed her studies in 2022.
- Ministry of Religion’s Pesantren Director Basnang Said confirms alleged sexual abuse perpetrator in Pekalongan is not a pesantren leader but a padepokan head.
“The institution is not a pesantren but a padepokan. I have checked the Education Management Information System (EMIS) data confirming it has no operational permit and is not registered with the Pekalongan Regency Ministry of Religion office,” Basnang stated in Jakarta on Thursday.
- Saudi Hajj Officials Ban Jumrah Ritual Between 10:00-14:00 Saudi Time to Ensure Safety of Indonesian Pilgrims
The precautionary measure was taken due to scorching weather and high crowds at the Jamarat area during that period.
- National Zakat Agency (Baznas) Launches ‘Blessed Kurban Village Empowerment’ 2026 Programme Across 103 Livestock Centres in 15 Provinces
Baznas Chairman Sodik Mudjahid stated on Thursday in Jakarta that the programme aims to use the Kurban ritual as an economic empowerment tool for the community while strengthening village welfare.
- Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education Prioritises New School Construction in Remote 3T Regions to Expand Educational Access
Minister Abdul Mu’ti stated in Manokwari, West Papua, on Thursday that the ministry is committed to gradually addressing quality, standard, and accessibility gaps in education through prioritised efforts.