Bali Immigration Authorities Detain 177 Foreign Nationals in 2026, Led by Nigerian Citizens
Immigration enforcement across Bali resulted in the detention of 177 foreign nationals at the Denpasar Immigration Detention Centre (Rudenim) during the first nine months of 2026. Official records covering the period from 1 January to 30 September reveal that individuals from Nigeria, Pakistan, and Russia comprised the largest proportion of detainees, with visa overstays cited […]
TransJakarta Fare Set to Change After 20 Years at Rp3,500
TransJakarta fares will be adjusted from 1 January 2027 after remaining at Rp3,500 for more than two decades, the Jakarta administration has confirmed. The new fare has not yet been announced. While Rp5,000 has been widely discussed as a possible new rate, the figure is currently only a proposal from the Jakarta City Transportation Council […]
Indonesia to Face Thailand in FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 Final
Indonesia will face Thailand in the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 final after securing top spot in Group A with a 9-2 victory over Bangladesh at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta on Thursday, 1 October. The result gave Indonesia seven points from three matches and moved John Herdman’s side into the final ahead of […]
Ye’s Only Southeast Asian Concert Stop Draws Fans to Jakarta
Kanye West, now known as Ye, is set to perform at Jakarta’s Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Main Stadium on 24 October 2026. As the only Southeast Asian stop on his tour, the concert is attracting fans from across the region and beyond. The international interest was evident from the first 24 hours of ticket sales. […]
Indonesian Prison Investigation Uncovers Luxury Rooms, Whisky and Unregistered Buildings
An inspection by Indonesia’s Ombudsman has brought renewed scrutiny to facilities at Cibinong Class IIA Prison in Bogor, West Java, after officers found a group of buildings with amenities resembling private residences. The findings were made during a surprise inspection on 23 September 2026. Ombudsman officials said they found more than 10 rooms in an […]
The Weeknd Concert and Pestapora Drive Nearly Rp250 Billion in Jakarta’s Economy
Gubernur DKI Jakarta Pramono Anung said the recent staging of Pestapora and The Weeknd’s concerts generated nearly Rp250 billion in economic activity in Jakarta. Pramono made the statement on Monday, 28 September, after receiving a report on the economic activity associated with the two music events. According to him, the events contributed to economic movement […]
Indonesia Signs Visa-Free Deals with Lebanon, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Dominican Republic
Indonesia has signed visa-free agreements for diplomatic and service passport holders with Lebanon, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and the Dominican Republic. The agreements were signed by Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono on 23 September 2026 in New York, on the sidelines of the High-Level Week of the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The agreements are […]
Indonesia Hold Malaysia to 0-0 Draw Despite Playing With 10 Men
Indonesia were held to a goalless draw by Malaysia in the second Group A match of the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium on Monday, 28 September. The result left both sides level on three points, with Malaysia remaining top of the group on goal difference and Indonesia in second. Singapore moved […]
Indonesia Forest Fires Raise Health Concerns as Haze Spreads Across Several Provinces
Forest and land fires across Indonesia have raised concerns over air quality and respiratory health, with several provinces in Sumatra and Kalimantan affected by fires and haze during the 2026 dry season. The National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) identified West Kalimantan, Central Kalimantan, South Kalimantan, Riau, Jambi and South Sumatra as priority provinces for forest […]
Car Swept Away by Floodwater After Heavy Rain Hits Batam, Indonesia
Heavy rain in Batam, Riau Islands, caused flooding in several areas on Tuesday (22 September 2026), with a Suzuki Ertiga swept into a drainage channel in Bengkong after water levels rose rapidly. The incident took place in the Bengkong area as heavy rain increased the flow of water in a drainage channel beside a residential […]