Indonesia

Following the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK)'s temporary shift of hajj quota corruption suspect Yaqut Cholil Qoumas to house arrest on March 19, 2026, anti-corruption group Masyarakat Antikorupsi Indonesia (MAKI) has requested Komisi III DPR RI to form a working committee to investigate the decision. KPK welcomed the scrutiny while denying external influence, confirming Yaqut's return to detention.

March 26, 2026 Reported by AI

Young actress Adhisty Zara has announced her withdrawal from the sinetron series Beri Cinta Waktu, where she played Adila. The decision stems from her declining health condition recently. The announcement was made via Instagram Story on March 27, 2026.

Indonesia's Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa disclosed underpaying about Rp50 million in his personal annual income tax return. He pointed out glitches in the Coretax system and noted that such shortfalls are common for taxpayers with multiple income sources.

March 25, 2026 Reported by AI

Indonesian military headquarters announced that the position of Head of Strategic Intelligence Agency (Kabais), held by Lt. Gen. TNI Yudi Abrimantyo, has been handed over as accountability for the acid attack on KontraS activist Andrie Yunus. The statement was made by TNI's Head of Information Center Maj. Gen. TNI Aulia Dwi Nasrullah at a press conference in East Jakarta.

PT Jasa Marga is urging road users to ensure sufficient e-toll balances before entering toll roads during the return flow to Jabotabek. Data from the Idulfitri holiday period shows 21,000 vehicles lacked balance at Kalikangkung Toll Gate. The advice aims to prevent queues at Cikampek Utama Toll Gate.

March 24, 2026 Reported by AI

Indonesia national team coach John Herdman expressed admiration for his players' intensity and pride in representing the country, despite tight preparation time ahead of FIFA Series 2026. The first training session took place at Stadion Madya GBK on March 24, 2026. Elkan Baggott rejoined after nearly two years absent.