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Ethics probe urged on KPK after Yaqut’s house arrest

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) leadership has been reported to the antigraft body’s supervisory council over allegations of ethics violations for granting graft suspect Yaqut Cholil Qoumas’ request for a transfer to a house arrest for the Idul Fitri holiday.

4 hours ago
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Military intelligence chief steps down following acid attack on activist

Military spokesperson Brig. Gen. Aulia Dwi Nasrullah confirmed to Reuters that there had been a "handing over of position" by Lt. Gen. Yudi Abrimantyo, the military's intelligence unit chief, as a form of responsibility for the attack. ...

5 hours ago
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Artists calls for stronger support for Mak Yong theater amid UNESCO bid

At present, only two troupes in the Riau Islands continue to practice Mak Yong, with just one still actively performing, placing the survival of this centuries-old art form at risk for future generations. ...

8 hours ago

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Police rescue 64 tourists stranded on tourism island

During a trip to Salah Nama Island, the boat engine developed problems before cutting out. This resulted in seawater entering the boat, causing passengers to panic.

9 hours ago
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Didit visits former presidents as part of Idul Fitri tradition

Ragowo “Didit” Hediprasetyo, the only son of President Prabowo Subianto, marked this Idul Fitri through a series of visits to families of former presidents, continuing a tradition he began since his father took office and positioning himself as a bridge to other political figures.

11 hours ago
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Doubts linger over effectiveness of one-day remote work in curbing fuel use

The government’s plan to enforce a mandatory one day of remote work per week for civil servants has drawn skepticism among analysts, who are calling for longer-term solutions to cushion the impact of rising global oil prices triggered by the Middle East war.

12 hours ago
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'Mudik' chaos strikes again

Heavy congestion and traffic accidents have again marked the annual Idul Fitri travel season this year, despite extensive preparations by the government to manage the surge in travelers making homebound trips.

13 hours ago
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Police investigate fatal stabbing of Dutch man in Bali

Bali has experienced a worrying rise in violent crimes involving foreign nationals in recent years, amid a surge in tourism on the island.

13 hours ago
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12 dead in separate drowning incidents during Idul Fitri holiday

Each year, millions of visitors flock to the country’s coastline, one of the longest in the world. Many beaches, however, still lack adequate safety measures, including lifeguards and warning signs, leaving swimmers vulnerable to accidents and fatalities.

23 hours ago
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Govt drops hybrid learning from energy saving measures

A hybrid learning plan has been scrapped from austerity measures amid a rise in global energy prices due to the Middle East war, even as legal challenges continue against the multibillion-dollar free meals program.

1 day ago
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Planned salary cuts for public officials welcomed

President Prabowo Subianto first raised the proposal as part of a wider austerity measure to mitigate potential impacts from the crisis triggered by the United States-Israeli war against Iran.

1 day ago
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Yaqut returns to KPK detention

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has returned high-profile graft suspect Yaqut Cholil Quomas back to its detention facility after briefly placing him under house arrest for Idul Fitri, following public criticism of favoritism.

1 day ago
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Swiss national arrested for Nyepi hate speech

Swiss national Luzian Andrin Zgraggen was arrested on Friday after he posted a story on his Instagram account @luzzysun, showing he was going outside during Nyepi on Thursday and a hate speech caption.

1 day ago
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Police thwart shipments of drugs in Riau, Central Java

Police have foiled the shipment of more than 20 kilograms of drugs and arrested five people in two separate operations in Riau and Central Java amid the busy Idul Fitri mudik (exodus) season.

1 day ago
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Disasters disrupt ‘mudik’ as authorities issue weather alerts

As the Idul Fitri extended holiday draws to a close, Indonesia has been hit by a series of disasters across several regions, with authorities warning travelers returning home of increasing risks of floods and landslides as well as extreme weather along their way. 

2 days ago
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Forest fires sweep Batam, threatening electrical supply, flights

The BMKG has urged regions across Indonesia to remain vigilant against forest fires amid forecasts of drier-than-normal weather this year.

2 days ago
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One dead, dozens injured in firecracker explosions during Idul Fitri celebrations

Setting off firecrackers has become a popular cultural practice to mark the end of Ramadan and celebrate Idul Fitri, particularly in Java and parts of Sumatra. The practice, however, often leads to fatalities, injuries, and property damage, as people frequently make their own firecrackers to save costs or to produce larger, high-powered devices.

2 days ago
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Prabowo touts disaster recovery in Aceh as evacuees dispute progress

President Prabowo Subianto spent part of Idul Fitri celebrations in Aceh, where he touted a swift recovery in the province, which had been the hardest hit in last year’s floods and landslides in northern Sumatra, despite evacuees lamenting persistent gaps in government aid on the ground.

2 days ago
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Pressure for military accountability, reform grows after acid attack on activist

Calls have mounted for accountability and reform of the military as more details emerge surrouding the acid attack on human rights defender Andrie Yunus, after authorities confirmed the involvement of intelligence officers in the incident.

2 days ago
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Palace projects unity on Idul Fitri over global fragmentation

Leaders from across the political spectrum offered a show of unity over the weekend as they gathered for an Idul Fitri tradition of renewing ties that experts say carries particular weight this year as domestic pressures mount alongside an increasingly volatile global landscape.

2 days ago
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KPK under fire over Yaqut’s house arrest

The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has come under criticism for moving high-profile graft suspect Yaqut Cholil Quomas from its detention facility to temporary house arrest over Idul Fitri following a request from his family.

2 days ago
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Prabowo says no to $1bn fee for Trump's 'Board of Peace' seat

The Indonesian president said he would withdraw from the Board of Peace if it does not bring benefits to Palestinians or align with Indonesian national interests.

3 days ago
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Bali Police arrest Swiss man for allegedly insulting Hindu holiday

Swiss national Luzian Andrin Zgraggen risks up to five years in prison on hate speech charges, the Bali Police said after the man was reported over an expletive-ridden social media post.

3 days ago
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Batam mosque sets out to build highest building in Nagoya CBD

In marking Idul Fitri this year, a local mosque foundation has announced an expansion project that aims to build the tallest structure in Batam's Lubuk Baja district, more commonly known as the Nagoya central business district.

4 days ago
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KPK moves ex-minister Yaqut to house arrest for Idul Fitri on family's request

The antigraft body has acquiesced to a request from the former minister's family that he be placed under house arrest for Idul Fitri, saying that the temporary measure complies with legal processes.

4 days ago
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Central Java to welcome 6 million tourists during Idul Fitri surge

Local administrations across the province are rolling out the carpet to welcome a surge of up to 6 million visitors over Idul Fitri, based on preliminary data from various sources.

4 days ago
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Prabowo, other leaders showcase unity at annual Idul Fitri event

This year's Idul Fitri open house at the presidential compound bore witness to a commingling of officials and ordinary citizens in a harmonious holiday spirit.

4 days ago
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Ministry awards Idul Fitri remission to over 150,000 prisoners

The Immigration and Corrections Ministry has granted special remission for 154,785 prisoners and reduced prison sentences for 1,123 juvenile offenders on Idul Fitri. 

5 days ago
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Muslims in Bali hold Idul Fitri prayers after Nyepi

Ramadan this year was welcomed by the Chinese New Year and seen off by Nyepi, (Day of Silence), which marks the New Year in the Balinese Hindu calendar.

5 days ago
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Prabowo holds Idul Fitri prayer in Aceh Tamiang

Prabowo spent the eve of Idul Fitri, also known as malam takbiran, in the North Sumatra provincial capital of Medan, where he had arrived the day before from Jakarta.

5 days ago

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Thu, March 26, 2026

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