Indonesian authorities are currently monitoring the case of a citizen from Madiun, East Java, who reportedly went missing while participating in a group tour to South Korea. The disappearance has prompted travel organizers to initiate a search effort, while the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed it is coordinating with relevant diplomatic missions to … Read more
The Jakarta Metro Police (Polda Metro Jaya) have formally responded to a pretrial motion filed by Roy Suryo, challenging the validity of his status as a suspect in a high-profile legal case. The police maintain that the investigation into the charges, which involve the alleged distribution of edited materials, has been conducted in full compliance … Read more
The landscape of Indonesia’s telecommunications infrastructure sector is undergoing a significant structural shift as PT Inti Bangun Sentosa Tbk (IBST) moves toward a private status. In a strategic decision aimed at streamlining corporate governance and consolidating control, the company has announced its intention to delist from the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), initiating a voluntary tender … Read more
The Jakarta Provincial Government has officially announced a new fiscal incentive program, initiating a period of pemutihan pajak kendaraan di Jakarta (tax amnesty for vehicle owners) beginning June 1, 2026. This policy, designed to alleviate the financial burden on residents and improve tax compliance rates across the capital, provides a significant waiver for administrative penalties … Read more
The Indonesian Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises (BUMN) has officially initiated a strategic leadership transition at PT Pindad, the nation’s primary state-owned defense industry manufacturer. This restructuring of the board of directors and commissioners marks a significant shift for the Bandung-based enterprise, which plays a critical role in Indonesia’s domestic defense capabilities and industrial manufacturing sector. … Read more
Lisbon, Portugal — In a season that has already rewritten the Moto3 narrative, Indonesian rookie Veda Ega has delivered one of the most electrifying performances of 2026. After finishing fourth at the French Grand Prix—a race that saw him battle through challenging conditions—Ega has catapulted himself into the top five of the championship, becoming the … Read more
Indonesia is facing a stark fiscal challenge as the cost of keeping energy affordable for its population has surged far beyond initial projections. New data reveals that government spending on fuel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) subsidies and compensations reached Rp 118.7 trillion by March 2026, representing a staggering 266% increase compared to the same … Read more
House Fire Spares Thousands of Qurans Belonging to Former Cherrybelle Member Anisa Rahma A fire broke out at the home of Anisa Rahma, a former member of the Indonesian girl group Cherrybelle, in Bandung, West Java, on Thursday, April 30, 2026. While the house sustained significant damage, a remarkable detail emerged from the aftermath: a … Read more
The Indonesian music scene is facing a significant transition as Thomas Ramdhan, the long-time bassist for the legendary band GIGI, has announced his departure from the group. The news, which broke across social media and news outlets on April 11 and 12, 2026, marks the end of a professional partnership spanning more than three decades. … Read more
Magnitude 5.4 Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Sukabumi, West Java A magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck off the coast of Sukabumi, West Java, Indonesia, early Friday morning, March 13, 2026. The quake, which occurred at approximately 2:18 AM Western Indonesian Time (WIB), prompted a swift response from the Indonesian Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG). Initial … Read more