Heavy Rains Submerge 39 Neighborhoods and 13 Major Roads in Jakarta
Jakarta flooding hits 39 RTs and 13 roads on 8 March 2026. Read the full list of affected areas and emergency contact info from BPBD DKI.
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National
Governor Pramono Orders Jakarta Authorities to Purge Gambling QR Stickers
Governor Pramono Anung mobilizes Jakarta Satpol PP to remove predatory online gambling QR stickers. Read the full report on the latest crackdown and arrests.
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Metro Jaya Police to Deploy 750 Officers for Lunar New Year Parade This Sunday
Metro Jaya Police implement traffic diversions and deploy 750 officers for the Lunar New Year parade at Lapangan Banteng. Read more on the security measures.
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Governor Pramono to Launch "Jakarta LPDP" Scholarship Program Next Year
Governor Pramono Anung confirms the launch of the Jakarta LPDP scholarship program for 2027. Read about the plan to fund 100 students for higher education.
Criminal
Gas Station Attacker in East Jakarta Tests Positive for Drugs: East Jakarta Police
An East Jakarta gas station attacker has tested positive for meth and marijuana following a violent assault on three staff. Read the full police report here.
Culture
Mampang Police Secure Lisa BLACKPINK’s Film Set in Kemang to Manage Crowds
Mampang Police secure Lisa BLACKPINK’s filming location at Baronk Cafe in Kemang, Jakarta for the movie Extraction: Tygo. Read the news for traffic and production updates.
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Jakarta Governor, Deputy Governor Admit Fundamental Challenges Persist After First Year
Governor Pramono Anung and Rano Karno review their first year leading Jakarta, admitting that floods and traffic remain major hurdles. Read their full progress report.
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Metro Jaya Police Deploy Rapid Response Teams to Assist Flood Victims in East Jakarta
Jakarta Metro Jaya Police rescues residents and evacuates infants during a one-meter flood in Kebon Pala. Read the news for the full emergency response.
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Alarm Raised as 93 Percent of Jakartans Lack Physical Activity
Recent health data reveals 93% of Jakarta residents lack physical activity, increasing heart disease risks. Read more on the CKG program results.
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Jakarta Bans Mass Organizations from Raiding Restaurants During Ramadan
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung bans mass organizations from raiding restaurants during Ramadan to ensure interfaith harmony. Read the official city directive.
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10,000 Security Officers Deployed to Secure Jakarta Ahead of Ramadan
Jakarta Police deploy 10,000 joint personnel, including ojol drivers and students, to secure the capital for Ramadan 1447 H. Read the full security plan.
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Jakarta Governor Orders Immediate Road Repairs Following Fatal Pothole Accident
Jakarta Governor Pramono Anung orders emergency pothole repairs after a fatal accident in Matraman. Read about the city's plan to secure damaged roads.
