Authorities to Act Against Brong Exhaust in Jakarta
The Jakarta Regional Metropolitan Police continues to tighten supervision of the use of non-standard exhausts, often referred to as "brong" exhausts.
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Patrol on Gas Stations Intensified following Increased Fuel Price
The East Kutai Sub-regional Police conducted dialogue patrols at several gas stations in the North Sangatta area as a precautionary measure following the fuel price hike.
National
Environment Ministry Calls for Attention in Addressing Six Provinces Prone to Wild Fire
Environment Minister Hanif Faisol Nurofiq has asked his staff to focus on addressing six provinces at risk of forest and land fires due to the El Niño Godzilla phenomenon, which could cause prolonged drought.
Economy
Minister Agus Harimurti Targets 14,000 Km of New Railway with Rp 1,200 T Investment
Minister Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono outlines a long-term plan to build 14,000 km of railway by 2045, requiring Rp1,200 trillion to expand regional connectivity.
Economy
Tax Office Clarifies Toll Road VAT Plan Still in Planning Stage
The Indonesian Directorate General of Taxes states that the proposed VAT on toll road services is part of a long-term strategic plan and not yet in effect. Read morel.
Economy
National Food Agency Claims Distribution Issues for Rising Minyakita Prices
The National Food Agency (Bapanas) confirms Minyakita raw material stocks are safe, attributing recent price hikes above the Rp15,700 ceiling to uncontrolled distribution chains. Learn more.
Economy
Finance Minister Dismisses Two Director Generals in Major Leadership Shuffle
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa dismissed Febrio Nathan Kacaribu and Luky Alfirman from their posts, leaving three strategic Echelon I positions vacant.
Economy
Bank Indonesia Holds BI-Rate at 4.75 Percent to Stabilize Rupiah
Bank Indonesia maintains the BI-Rate at 4.75% in April 2026 to strengthen Rupiah stability amid global economic volatility and Middle East tensions.
National
Government Targets Groundbreaking for Five Waste-to-Energy Plants by June 2026
Presidential Chief of Staff Muhammad Qodari announces that construction for five major Waste-to-Energy (PSEL) plants will begin in June 2026. Learn more.
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Govt Evaluates Expanding JKN Subsidies to 120 Million Low-Income Recipients
Social Affairs Minister Saifullah Yusuf announced plans to expand PBI JKN health insurance coverage to 120 million people to eliminate exclusion errors. Learn more.
International
Indonesia Condemns Israeli Military Propaganda at Gaza’s Indonesian Hospital
The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemned the Israeli military for placing propaganda banners on the ruins of the Indonesian Hospital in Gaza. Learn more.
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INP Nutrition Service Unit Launches Buffet-Style MBG Program
Indonesinan Police-run nutriton service unit (SPPG) Pejaten trials a buffet-style Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program at SMA Kemala Bhayangkari 1 to improve student discipline and reduce food waste. Learn more.
