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YLKI Urges Indonesia to Scrap 'Tampon Tax' on Sanitary Pads

Indonesian consumer group YLKI urges the government to scrap VAT on sanitary pads, citing affordability and gender inequality.
News 10 hours ago

Rain Brings Relief as Indonesia's Haze-Related Respiratory Cases Plunge 87%

Daily respiratory infection cases in seven fire-hit provinces fall from 15,000 to 2,000 after rainfall, minister says.
News 13 hours ago

Fire Pollution Killed 3,560 people in Indonesia in September: Report

The report is provided by the Center for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), a Helsinki-based think tank.
News 19 hours ago

Indonesia Probes 22 Foreign Firms Over Forest Fires

Indonesia is investigating 97 companies over forest fires, including 22 with foreign investment, as Singapore expands its haze probe.
News 21 hours ago

Indonesia-Singapore Relations Hit Turbulence as Diplomatic Milestone Nears 

Despite the increasingly heated rhetoric, observers believe the latest tensions could prove temporary.
News 22 hours ago

Risky Move? Lemigas Takes Over Pertamina’s Oil Import Role

Energy experts warn Lemigas' takeover could disrupt oil supplies and increase procurement risks.
News 23 hours ago

KPK Probes Alleged Trillion-Rupiah Cigarette Excise Fraud Involving Djarum

The disclosure came a day after KPK investigators searched Djarum's headquarters and a customs office in Kudus, Central Java.
News Oct 29, 2026 | 11:04 pm

Jakarta Protesters Released as Yogyakarta Clashes Leave 116 Injured

Jakarta reports no public facility damage and releases 19 detainees, while clashes in Yogyakarta leave 116 people injured.
News Oct 29, 2026 | 7:50 pm

Two Strong Earthquakes Strike Waters off Maluku and South Papua

Two strong earthquakes measuring 6.4 and 6.0 strike eastern Indonesia, shaking parts of Maluku and Papua. No casualties reported.
News Oct 29, 2026 | 1:31 pm

‘Polemic Remarks Expected, Must Keep Cool Head’: Singapore on Indonesia

Singapore says that “it’s important for cool heads to prevail” amid its diplomatic row with Indonesia over haze, gas exports, to name a few.
News Oct 29, 2026 | 12:34 pm

Indonesian-Canadian Alvin Tedjo Wins Canadian City's Mayoral Race

Alvin Tedjo, whose family hails from Indonesia, defeats Mississauga’s incumbent mayor and her predecessor in a stunning election win.
News Oct 29, 2026 | 11:38 am

Students Stage Youth Pledge Day Protests Over Government Policies

Students and civil society groups protest across Indonesia over forest fires, state spending, education and civil liberties.
News Oct 28, 2026 | 8:56 pm

Prabowo Hosts Singapore FM Balakrishnan as Tension Simmers

Singapore's chief diplomat Balakrishnan requested to meet President Prabowo during his "sudden" visit, Indonesia says.
News Oct 28, 2026 | 6:53 pm

US Pitches Defense Framework with ‘Serious Partner’ ASEAN

US tells ASEAN "serious partners train and learn together" as Washington wants to grow its influence and move away from symbolic things.
News Oct 28, 2026 | 5:39 pm

BGN Threatens MBG Kitchen Shutdowns if Negligence Is Proven

BGN threatens permanent kitchen closures and staff dismissals as it investigates suspected food poisoning affecting 481 students in W. Java.
News Oct 28, 2026 | 3:37 pm

Indonesia Blocks 702,833 Accounts Linked to Financial Scams, Recovers $11.4 Million for Victims

According to OJK data, authorities have frozen Rp 825.2 billion ($45.4 million) in funds linked to suspected fraudulent transactions.
News Oct 28, 2026 | 2:49 pm

US to Grant Flavio Bolsonaro Visa as He Flees Brazil after Election Loss

The US State Department said Tuesday it would issue visas to Bolsonaro and his family, allowing them entry into the United States.
News Oct 28, 2026 | 12:46 pm

Prabowo Congratulates Lula on Historic Fourth Presidential Election Victory

The congratulatory message comes a year after Lula visited Jakarta in October 2025, when they discussed expanding economic cooperation.
News Oct 28, 2026 | 12:35 pm

Jakarta Governor Urges Orderly Protests on Youth Pledge Day

Jakarta will keep schools open as student groups stage a Youth Pledge Day rally demanding reforms on five key issues
News Oct 28, 2026 | 11:30 am

‘You Are Dependent Too’: Indonesia Warns Internet Cable Cut Affects Singapore

Communications Minister Meutya Hafid says that a sea cable cut can take a toll on 80% of Singapore's internet connectivity.
News Oct 28, 2026 | 9:02 am

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