A demonstration by the National Legal Intellectual Network (JIHN) at the Attorney General’s Office in South Jakarta on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, resulted in clashes between protesters and security personnel. The unrest followed the burning of a banner, which police immediately extinguished, leading to confrontations as demonstrators demanded the arrest of former Deputy Attorney General … Read more
Public disputes regarding financial support for children born from unregistered marriages (nikah siri) in Indonesia highlight significant legal and social vulnerabilities. Following the birth of a child to Fangfang and Vicky Prasetyo on July 14, 2026, legal representatives have publicly refuted claims of financial support, citing a total absence of contributions toward medical or essential … Read more
Indonesia’s Central Statistics Agency (BPS) is partnering with the National Cyber and Encryption Agency (BSSN), Telkom, and PT Peruri to secure data for the 2026 Economic Census in Jakarta. BPS head Amalia Adininggar Widyasanti confirmed on July 13, 2026, that the collected information will be protected on BPS servers and will not be used for … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Jakarta on Monday for a three-day bilateral visit to Indonesia, marking the first stop of a three-nation tour that will also include Australia and New Zealand. Upon his arrival, the Prime Minister received a ceremonial reception from Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who personally greeted him at the airport. As … Read more
Indonesia’s financial markets face a period of heightened volatility as foreign investors pull capital amid concerns over populist fiscal policies, governance standards, and a high-profile corruption conviction. The Jakarta Composite Index has declined 7.9% over the past month and nearly 35% year-to-date, as the nation’s stocks tumbled at the fastest pace worldwide last week. Why … Read more
Ruben Onsu’s Legal Move: Child Custody Dispute and Concerns Over Child Exploitation Ruben Onsu, a prominent Indonesian TV presenter, is considering legal action to address alleged violations of his parental rights, according to his lawyer, Minola Sebayang. The dispute centers on restricted access to his daughters and concerns over their involvement in commercial activities, as … Read more
Indonesian entertainer Dinar Candy is shifting her financial focus toward the maritime logistics industry, specifically expanding her fleet of barge vessels. According to statements made by the DJ in Jakarta on June 21, 2026, she is prioritizing capital reinvestment over luxury consumption to scale her shipping operations. Rather than investing in mining assets, Candy characterizes … Read more
K-pop’s Southeast Asia Push: How CORTIS’ Indonesia Debut Signals a Bigger Shift in Global Fan Culture CORTIS, the South Korean boy group, made their first-ever appearance in Indonesia at the Allo Bank Festival 2026, marking a pivotal moment for K-pop’s expansion into Southeast Asia. Their red carpet arrival—where members like Martin, James, Juhoon, and Keonho … Read more
The Jakarta Transportation Agency (Dishub) reported a 9.74% increase in pedestrian traffic during the first five months of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. Data from the agency shows that the number of pedestrians rose from 265,952 to 291,852, a shift officials attribute to growing public interest in healthy, active lifestyles and increased … Read more
Central Jakarta District Court officials executed the seizure of the Sultan Hotel on June 18, 2026, marking what authorities describe as the largest and most expensive civil execution in Indonesian history. The operation, which involved the recovery of assets valued at Rp28.9 trillion, resulted in violent clashes between protesters and law enforcement at the Gelora … Read more