Nine Illegal Gold Miners Killed in West Sumatra Landslide
Nine illegal gold miners died after a landslide buried them in Sijunjung, West Sumatra. Read the full report on the disaster and police response.
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Criminal
Lampung Police Order Officers to Shoot Violent Robbers on Sight
The Lampung Regional Police have ordered personnel to shoot violent robbers on sight following a rise in drug-fueled vehicle thefts. Read the full directive here.
Economy
Russia's Zarubezhneft to Resume Tuna Block Project in June: Energy Ministry
Russia’s Zarubezhneft commits to resuming the Tuna Block oil and gas project in June 2026 after delays. Read more about the Indonesia-Russia energy partnership.
International
Foreign Minister Sugiono Urges BRICS to Lead Global Peace Efforts
Foreign Minister Sugiono called on BRICS to uphold international law and reform global governance at the meeting in New Delhi. Read the full report here.
National
Religious Affairs Minister Urges Unity on Ascension Day of Jesus Christ
Minister Nasaruddin Umar calls for peace and social solidarity during the 2026 Ascension Day of Jesus Christ celebrations. Read the Minister's full message.
National
Metro Jaya Police Promoted to Three-Star General Following Presidential Directive
Indonesian National Police (INP) Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo promotes Metro Jaya Police Chief Asep Edi Suheri to Commissioner General. Read more on this historic move.
National
Corrections Directorate General Denies Viral Video Alleging Luxury Cells at Cilegon Prison
The Directorate General of Corrections clarifies that viral footage of luxury cells at Cilegon Prison is false. Read the full official response.
National
Minister Yusril Denies Government Involvement in "Pesta Babi" Film Screening Shutdowns
Minister Yusril Ihza Mahendra clarifies that the government did not order the shutdown of "Pesta Babi" film screenings, citing administrative issues. Read more.
Criminal
Karawang Police Reveal Rising Trend of Dealers Seeking Free Drug Access
Karawang Police arrested 41 suspects and seized 1.4kg of crystal meth, revealing a trend of dealers motivated by free drug consumption. Read the full report.
National
Traffic Corps Prioritizes Humanist Approach to Build Public Trust
Traffic Corps Chief Inspector General Agus Suryonugroho emphasizes heart-centered services over tickets to educate the public and reduce accidents. Read more.
National
200,000 Indonesian Children Exposed to Online Gambling: Communication Minister
Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid reveals a crisis as 200,000 children, including those under 10, fall victim to online gambling scams. Read about the government's response.
National
Military Discovers Firearms at Home of Chinese Citizens Linked to Illegal Mining in Nabire, Papua
Indonesian Military (TNI) soldiers two illegal firearms at a house rented by seven Chinese nationals in Nabire, Papua, during an illegal mining investigation. Learn more.
