Agencies, Jakarta – A senior officer in the Indonesian Military (TNI) has stepped down following an acid attack on an activist known for his opposition to the expanded role of the military, a spokesperson said on Thursday.

Heru Andriyanto, Vatican City – Vatican News, the Holy See's official media platform, on Wednesday launched an Indonesian-language edition following a lengthy preparation process.

Addin Anugrah Siwi, Jakarta – Indonesia's tax reporting system remains so complex that even Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa admits he could not complete his own filing without assistance.

Purbaya said he encountered difficulties using the government's Coretax system while filing his annual tax return, citing ongoing technical and design issues in the platform.

Eka Yudha Saputra, Jakarta – The National Nutrition Agency (BGN) has temporarily suspended the operation of 764 nutrition fulfillment service units (SPPGs) for the free nutritious meal (MBG) program across Indonesia, as of March 25, 2026. This is part of the 1,528 SPPGs nationwide that have had their operations suspended since January 2025.

Eka Yudha Saputra, Jakarta – Amnesty International Indonesia Executive Director Usman Hamid has urged President Prabowo Subianto and the House of Representatives (DPR) to establish a Fact-Finding Team (TPF) following the resignation of the Chief of the Indonesian Military's (TNI) Strategic Intelligence Agency (BAIS), Major General Yudi Abrimantyo, over the acid attack on Andrie Yunu

Prisma Ardianto, Ardina Rizka, Karanganyar – Energy and Mineral Resources Minister Bahlil Lahadalia on Thursday urged the public to use fuel and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) more responsibly as part of efforts to mitigate the impact of the global energy crisis.

Antara, Jakarta – Bhima Yudhistira, executive director of the Center of Economic and Law Studies (Celios), has projected Indonesia's economy to grow 5.05 percent in the first quarter of 2026, supported by seasonal spending during Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr 1447 Hijri.

Plans to develop the Indonesian Haj Village project in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, further underscore the government's dual role as both regulator and operator of the haj pilgrimage. This policy is vulnerable to conflicts of interest, as its primary goal of reducing haj costs will clash with the need to generate profits from the investment.

Tri Listiyarini, Jakarta – Private sector investment in Indonesia's cattle industry has begun to scale up, but progress remains below expectations as land constraints and structural gaps continue to hinder efforts to cut the country's heavy reliance on imported beef and milk.

Maretha Uli and Radhiyya Indra, Jakarta – As the Idul Fitri extended holiday draws to a close, Indonesia has been hit by a series of disasters across several regions, with authorities warning travelers returning home of increasing risks of floods and landslides as well as extreme weather along their way.

Ruth Dea Juwita, Jakarta – At its inception 12 months ago, President Prabowo Subianto tasked Danantara with a dual mandate, to deliver long-term returns like a sovereign wealth fund (SWF) while supporting the government's agenda by managing state assets and state-owned enterprises (SOEs).

Yvette Tanamal, Jakarta – President Prabowo Subianto has reaffirmed Indonesia's support for Palestinian independence by saying that Jakarta's policy in the Middle East, including its participation in the United States-led Board of Peace, will hinge on Palestinian approval and whether it delivers tangible benefits for Palestine.

Sydney – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto should immediately issue a presidential decree setting up a fact-finding team independent of the military to fully investigate the acid attack against a prominent human rights activist who has criticized the military, Human Rights Watch said today.

On 23 March 2026, military personnel allegedly tortured Mr Yusup Sorry, 32, during detention following an armed clash between the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB) and the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) in the Sory Village, South Aifat District, Maybrat Regency, Southwest Papua Province. Mr Sorry is a local civilian who was not participating in the hostilities.

Joao Boavida – Timor-Leste is entering a decisive and consequential phase of its economic trajectory. As global tensions linked to the Iran war push up energy prices and unsettle markets, the country faces renewed exposure – this time without the cushion of active oil production and revenue.

During the administration of President Prabowo Subianto, the National Police (Polri) has moved further and further away from its main duties and functions. As an institution that should focus on maintaining law and order, the police has been busy managing the President's political programs.

Akmalal Hamdhi, Jakarta – Rupiah is facing renewed downside risks as escalating tensions between Iran, Israel, and the United States heighten global uncertainty, with analysts warning the currency could slide toward Rp 20,000 per US dollar in a worst-case scenario.

Jakarta – Public relations agency ID COMM recently launched a new report on electric vehicles (EVs) in Indonesia, which showed that economic motives were what had mostly driven people to switch their rides.

Eka Yudha Saputra, Jakarta – The difference in the determination of Eid al-Fitr day between Muhammadiyah and the Indonesian government has sparked allegations of religious freedom violations.

Nicholas Ryan Aditya, Nawir Arsyad Akbar, Jakarta – The Advocacy Team for Democracy (TAUD) believes that the alleged involvement of members of the Indonesian Military's (TNI) Strategic Intelligence Agency (BAIS) in the acid attack on Commission for Missing Persons and Victims of Violence (Kontras) activist Andrie Yunus constitutes a serious violation of military intelligence functio

Bambang Ismoyo, Jakarta – Surging global oil prices past $100 per barrel are set to push up Indonesia's non-subsidized fuel prices, raising the risk of a sharp shift in consumption toward cheaper subsidized fuels and putting fresh pressure on the state budget.

Anastasya Lavenia Yudi, Jakarta – The Indonesian Ministry of Coordinating Economic Affairs has responded to the results of a survey conducted by the Institute for Economic and Social Research at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Indonesia (LPEM FEB UI), which indicates that 48% of economists perceive Indonesia's economy is declining.

Jayanty Nada Shofa, Jakarta – A French diplomat said Tuesday that Paris' defense ties with Indonesia had been taking off ahead of the next arrival of the Rafale fighter jets later this year.

Yustinus Paat, Jakarta – The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has returned former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas to a detention facility after briefly granting him house arrest, as investigators press ahead with a corruption probe into the allocation of hajj quotas.

Divya Kariza, Jakarta – President Prabowo Subianto has declared that Indonesia's aggressive push for food and energy self-reliance is not rooted in ideology but in "common sense", as it is required to survive a volatile global landscape.

Bhima Yudhistira Adhinegara – The world is in turmoil. The geopolitical chaos in oil-producing countries has created a direct shock to the oil market and disrupted the global supply chain.

Ervana Trikarinaputri, Jakarta – President Prabowo Subianto said foreign investment in Indonesia's broadcasting and publishing sectors will remain subject to national laws, responding to concerns from the media industry over provisions in the Indonesia-United States reciprocal trade agreement (ART) that are seen as potentially opening the door to broader foreign ownership in those s

Nandito Putra, Jakarta – Indonesia's Ministry of Transportation recorded a rise in the number of mudik travelers using public transportation during the 2026 Eid al-Fitr homecoming exodus, with total passenger traffic surpassing 10 million in the eight days leading up to the holiday.

Jakarta – Indonesia's fifth president, Megawati Soekarnoputri, welcomed Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta at her residence on Teuku Umar Street, Menteng, Central Jakarta, on Monday, in a meeting aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations.

Jakarta – This year, several major religious celebrations in Indonesia fall close together. Lunar New Year coincided with the start of the Islamic fasting month of Ramadan, while the Hindu Day of Silence, Nyepi, will occur alongside the eve of Idul Fitri, when many Muslims gather for the takbiran celebration.

Ilona Estherina, Jakarta – The Association of Online Motorcycle Taxi Drivers (Ojol) Garda Indonesia stated that the government's plan to implement a work from home (WFH) policy is at risk of reducing the income of drivers. Therefore, the Association urges the government to issue a Presidential Regulation (Perpres) on a 90:10 profit-sharing scheme to mitigate this risk.

Jakarta – President Prabowo Subianto, under fire at home for signing up to United States counterpart Donald Trump's so-called "Board of Peace", has insisted his country would not pay the US$1 billion joining fee for permanent membership.

Ruth Dea Juwita, Jakarta – President Prabowo Subianto is pushing for the country to shift entirely to electric, solar-powered vehicles across personal, public and commercial transport, as part of a broader plan to revive domestic industry and cut reliance on imports.

Ervana Trikarinaputri, Jakarta – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto emphasizes that his various visits abroad are oriented towards national economic interests. This statement also addresses public perceptions that the president's official trips are often seen as ceremonial or just a form of sightseeing.

Ervana Trikarinaputri, Jakarta – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto stated that the security and social situation in the country is not as bad as many people imagine, even compared to conditions in several other countries. According to him, Indonesia remains relatively safe overall.

Deni Ghifari, Jakarta – The government has indicated that this year's fiscal deficit may temporarily exceed the general legal limit for the sake of maintaining economic growth if oil prices remain high as war rages on in the Middle East.

Bambang Ismoyo, Jakarta – Indonesian business groups are raising concerns over a government plan to expand work-from-home (WFH) arrangements, warning the policy could weigh on household consumption and slow economic activity despite its intended energy-saving benefits.

Ervana Trikarinaputri, Jakarta – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto stated that the government will study the recommendations of the Commission for the Acceleration of Reform of the Indonesian National Police (Polri) regarding efforts to improve the police institution.

Rabin Marselino Yarangga, Kumurkek, Southwest Papua – A suspected attack by the Free Papua Movement (OPM) killed two Indonesian soldiers in South Aifat district, Maybrat regency, on Sunday, a military official said.

Antara, Jakarta – Under the administration of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, the government is targeting 8 percent economic growth through job creation and various strategic programs, ranging from free nutritious meals (MBG) to public housing construction.

Thresa Sandra Desfika, Jakarta – Shares of Indonesia's major banks have been among the hardest hit as escalating tensions in Iran triggered foreign capital outflows from the domestic stock market.

An exiled leader of the United Liberation Movement for West Papua (ULMWP) has condemned Indonesia's "cruel and humiliating" arbitrary arrest of 12 West Papuan local farmers in Tambrauw Regency this week and has demanded their release.

Aceh Tamiang – President Prabowo Subianto marked the Eid al-Fitr holiday in Aceh on Saturday, where he inspected temporary housing built for survivors of recent floods and landslides as part of ongoing reconstruction efforts in Sumatra.

Jihan Ristiyanti, Jakarta – Indonesian police have recorded a total of 90 traffic accidents during the Eid exodus on March 19-20, 2026. The spokesperson of the 2026 Ketupat Operation, Commissioner Marupa Sagala, said one person died from these incidents.

Jakarta – Customs inspectors at the Indonesian capital's main port uncovered more than 3 metric tons of pangolin scales in a shipping container bound for Cambodia in late February, in one of the largest seizures of the critically endangered mammal in years.

On 2 March 2026 at approximately 11:00 pm, joint security force personnel conducted a search operation in the Telkomsel housing complex in Duram District, Yahukimo Regency, Highlands Papua province. During the operation, officers arbitrarily detained 15-year-old Setir Wed and Mr Dinis Wed, 21, while they were escaping from the security operation.

Sultan Abdurrahman, Jakarta – Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto admitted to being addicted to consuming news. During a statement released by the Presidential Secretariat on Thursday night, March 19, 2026, the Chair of the Gerindra Party referred to himself as a "news junkie."

Naina Rao, Indonesia – A 50-meter (164-foot) mountain of waste at Indonesia's Bantargebang landfill, the country's largest, recently collapsed following days of extreme rainfall that destabilized the massive, saturated pile. The tragedy resulted in seven confirmed deaths.

Jayanty Nada Shofa, Jakarta – Indonesia sees the US-Israeli airstrikes on Iran as a sign to quit the Gaza peace board, according to President Prabowo Subianto, although Jakarta wishes to consult with major Arab nations before arriving at a decision.

On 17 March 2026 at approximately 10:00 am, joint security forces belonging to the Damai Cartenz Task Force arbitrarily detained 21-year-old Neri Balingga, a student at Cenderawasih University, on the Yahukimo – Pengunungan Bintang connecting road in the Nami village, Seradala District, Yahukimo Regency, Papua Highlands Province.