Indonesia

Jakarta police questioned Richard Lee's wife, RE, as a witness on Friday, March 27, 2026, to bolster evidence in the alleged consumer protection and health law violations case. Lee remains in custody with his detention extended by 40 days.

March 27, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Indonesia's central government handed over 120 phase-one permanent housing units to survivors of a hydrometeorological disaster in Tapanuli Selatan district, North Sumatra. The handover was led by Interior Minister Tito Karnavian on Friday, March 27, 2026, who praised it as the fastest process in Sumatra.

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.

March 26, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Update on KontraS activist Andrie Yunus, acid attack victim from March 12, 2026: Indonesia's National Human Rights Commission estimates up to two years for recovery from severe chemical burns, with the first six months critical. RSCM conducted an integrated operation on March 25 to address right eye damage and other areas.

Bulgaria national team coach Aleksandar Dimitrov has acknowledged Indonesia's squad as a tough opponent due to many players in elite European leagues. The statement came during training in Jakarta on March 25, 2026. Indonesia has finalized its 23-player squad for the FIFA Series from March 27-30 at Stadion Gelora Bung Karno.

March 25, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has placed an additional Rp 100 trillion in bank deposits to counter liquidity pressures from rising government bond yields. The total now stands at around Rp 300 trillion, up from Rp 200 trillion previously. The injection, timed ahead of Lebaran, prioritizes state-owned and regional banks.