Jabodetabek

Cari Ikan Sapu-sapu Buat Dijual: 5 Pria di Jakpus Diamankan, Ribuan Ikan Mati Mengambang di Kali Jakarta — Penyebab, Dampak, dan Solusi (2024)

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On Friday, April 24, 2026, Jakarta Pusat authorities detained five men from Cikarang, West Java, after they were caught catching and processing suckermouth catfish (ikan sapu-sapu) from the Ciliwung River for sale as food ingredients. The men were apprehended by Satuan Polisi Pamong Praja (Satpol PP) officers in the Sawah Besar district, near Santa Ursula … Read more

JK Ceramah Viral: JK Angkat Bicara, Polda Metro Jaya Benarkan Pelaporan, Jusuf Kalla Minta Lacak Dalang – Ade Armando, Abu Janda, dan Kontroversi di UGM

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Jakarta police have confirmed they are reviewing a complaint filed against two Indonesian social media figures, Ade Armando and Permadi Arya, better known as Abu Janda, over allegations of spreading edited video clips of a speech by former Vice President Jusuf Kalla. The complaint, registered with the Metro Jaya Police Department (Polda Metro Jaya) on … Read more

Jakarta Weather Forecast: Heavy Rain Warning for Jabodetabek Until April 21, 2026

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Residents of Jakarta and surrounding areas are being advised to remain alert for heavy rainfall through April 21, 2026, as meteorological authorities continue to monitor weather patterns that could bring significant precipitation to the region. The Badan Meteorologi, Klimatologi, dan Geofisika (BMKG) has issued ongoing warnings for Jabodetabek—covering Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang and Bekasi—indicating the … Read more

Family Killed in West Jakarta House Fire: Flammable Liquid Found in Investigation

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Five members of a single family were killed in a house fire in West Jakarta on the early morning of Friday, April 17, 2026, according to Jakarta Barat Fire Department officials. The blaze erupted around 2:18 a.m. Western Indonesia Time at a two-story residence on Gang Rambutan Timur 6 in the Tanjung Duren Utara area … Read more

Jakarta Removes 6.98 Tons of Suckerfish Amid Food Safety Concerns

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In Jakarta, Indonesia, efforts to control the invasive janitor fish, locally known as ikan sapu-sapu, have intensified as authorities report capturing nearly seven tonnes of the species in a single day. The fish, scientifically identified as Hypostomus plecostomus, has turn into a growing concern for aquatic ecosystems due to its rapid reproduction and disruptive feeding … Read more

Bogor Police Bust Illegal Drug Dealer Disguised as Bread Seller

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In the quiet streets of Cileungsi, Bogor Regency, an undercover operation by local police revealed a disturbing twist on a familiar sight: a bread vendor’s cart masking a drug trafficking network. The operation, led by Kompol Edison, head of Cileungsi Police Station, uncovered how individuals posing as itinerant roti sellers were using their daily rounds … Read more

Jakarta Acid Attack: Police Reveal Suspects’ Escape Route & Clothing Change | KontraS Activist Case

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Jakarta, Indonesia – Indonesian authorities are pursuing multiple leads in the investigation of a brazen acid attack on Andrie Yunus, Deputy Coordinator of KontraS, a human rights organization. The attack, which occurred on Thursday evening, March 12th, 2026, has sparked widespread condemnation and raised concerns about the safety of human rights defenders in Indonesia. Police … Read more

Freya JKT48 Delays Police Clarification on AI-Edited Photo Abuse Case | Grok AI Investigation

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Jakarta – The planned questioning of Raden Rara Freyanasifa Jayawardana, known as Freya JKT48, regarding her report of manipulated images created using the Grok AI platform has been postponed. The clarification session, initially scheduled for today, has been rescheduled at the request of the artist, according to authorities. “The clarification has been postponed, as Ms. … Read more

Jasa Marga: Diskon Tol 30% untuk Mudik Lebaran 2026, Catat Tanggalnya!

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Jakarta, United Kingdom – Indonesian toll road operator Jasa Marga has announced a 30% discount on toll fees for travelers undertaking mudik, the annual pre-Eid al-Fitr (Lebaran) exodus, in 2026. The move, designed to ease congestion and facilitate smoother travel for millions, will be implemented on specific dates for both the outbound and return journeys. … Read more

Bekasi Landslide: 5 Dead, Search Continues for Missing at Bantargebang Waste Plant (March 9, 2026)

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Bekasi, Indonesia – The death toll from a massive landslide at the Bantar Gebang landfill in Bekasi City, Indonesia, has risen to five, authorities confirmed Monday. Rescue efforts continue as teams search for additional individuals believed to be missing following the disaster that occurred on Sunday afternoon. The latest victim was discovered around 12:05 WIB … Read more