PDIP Convention Showdown: Rash vow of a Rakernas for Megawati’s Return

Headline: PDIP‘s Hasto Kristiyanto: Megawati Soekarnoputri Recommended for Another Term as Party Chair Article: In a significant development, Sekjen PDIP (Indonesian Democratic Party of Struggle), Hasto Kristiyanto, recently revealed that the party’s 5th National Working Meeting (Rakernas V) had recommended that Megawati Soekarnoputri continue to lead the party for another term. Megawati, who is currently … Read more

Nurturing Picky Eaters: Strategies for Children in Free Nutritious Meal Programs

Free School Meal Program: Not Every Child is a Fan, Say Testimonials The free school meal program (Program Makan Bergizi Gratis – PMBG) has begun at schools across the country, aiming to provide students with nutritious food. However, not all children are enthused about the meals being served, according to testimonials circulating on social media. … Read more

Not All Schools in East Java Yet Benefitting from Free Nutritious Meals

Headline: Inequitable Distribution of Free Nutritious Meals in Pulo Gebang Schools Article: The distribution of the free nutritious meals (MBG) program in Pulo Gebang, East Jakarta, remains unequal, with some schools still awaiting their share. The program, a flagship initiative of President Prabowo Subianto, began officially on 6 January 2025, with a budget of Rp71 … Read more

President of Iran Urges Israel to Withdraw from Syria

Iran‘s President Urges Israel to Withdraw from Syria, Warns of Terror Cell Reactivation In a policy statement, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called on Israel to withdraw from Syrian territory following the downfall of Bashar al-Assad, a longstanding ally of Tehran. He also sounded the alarm on the potential reactivation of terror cells in the … Read more

Free Nutrition Programs Unlock Employment Opportunities

Headline: President Prabowo‘s Free Nutritious Meal Program Kicks Off, Boosts Local Employment Article: In a significant move aligning with President Prabowo Subianto’s priorities, the Free Nutritious Meal (FNM) program began its nationwide implementation on Monday, January 6. Apart from ensuring balanced nutrition for students, the program is generating job opportunities across various regions. In Boyolali, … Read more

Mystery Fence Towers Over Tangerang Bay, Stretching 30.16 Km Across Waters

Tangerang‘s Coastal Development: 30km of Permits Spark Concern Jakarta – The coastal Armada project in Tangerang’s vicinity, spanning a considerable 30.16km, has captured the attention of the Indonesian government, including the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (KKP). The extensive coastal development, known as ‘Pemagaran laut’, stretches along the pesisir of the South Java Sea, … Read more

The Fate of Prabowo’s PPN Batal Naik Program After Rp75T HANGUS Imbas

Headline: Indonesia Shelves PPN Hike, Losing Out on Rp75 Trillion in Revenue Subhead: Government scraps planned 12% VAT increase, impacting APBN 2025 and presidential programs Article: In a policy U-turn, the Indonesian government has abandoned plans to raise the value-added tax (VAT) or pajak pertambahan nilai (PPN) from 11% to 12% as of January 1, … Read more

Pilgrimage Cost for 2025 Set at IDR 89.4 Billion, with IDR 55.4 Billion Covered by Pilgrims

Breaking: Indonesia Agrees on Hajj Cost for 2025 The Indonesian government and all factions of the House of Representatives’ Eighth Commission (Komisi VIII DPR RI) have reached a consensus to set the Hajj Service Cost (BPIH) for 2025 at IDR 89.410.258,79 (approx. IDR 89.4 million). Of this total, IDR 55.431.750,78 (approx. IDR 55.4 million) or … Read more

2025 Hajj Fees to Decrease: Government and Parliament to Set Rate Today

Breaking News: pilgrimage fee for Hajj 1446 H/2025 M dropped The Jakarta Post – 6 January 2025 Jakarta, Indonesia – In a blink of optimism for potential Hajj pilgrims, the Indonesian government and the House of Representatives (DPR) have reached a consensus, reducing the proposed fee for Hajj 1446 H/2025 M. In today’s hearing, Dirjen … Read more

The Islamic Affairs Ministry Cuts Hajj Pilgrimage Fees by IDR 10 Million; Standardized Cost Set at IDR 55 Million per Jemaah

Indonesia‘s Ministry of Religious Affairs Proposes New Hajj Cost for 2025 The Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) attended a meeting of the Hajj Task Force (Panja) to discuss the determination of the Hajj Personnel Cost (BPIH) for the year 1446 H/2025 M at the House of Representatives (DPR). The ministry now proposes a hajj cost … Read more