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B50 Launched: Indonesia Ends Diesel Imports, Bahlil Says
Energy Minister Bahlil Lahadalia officially launched the B50 mandate, signaling the end of Indonesia's reliance on diesel imports. The program is projected to save up to Rp170 trillion in foreign exchange while strengthening national energy sovereignty under President Prabowo Subianto's direction.
Pertamina Subsidy Registration for Pertalite and Solar in 2026
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM - Pertamina's Subsidy Right program remains in effect in 2026 to ensure subsidized fuel such as Pertalite and Solar goes only to eligible users.
2026 Fuel Prices: How to Check Pertamina, Shell, Vivo, BP
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM – Non-subsidized fuel prices in Indonesia often change. To avoid surprises at the gas station, it is important to know how to check the latest 2026 fuel prices for Pertamina, Shell, Vivo, and BP.
Indonesia Ramps Up B50 Testing for 2026 Energy Security
Indonesia is moving ahead with B50, blending 50% biodiesel into diesel fuel to cut fuel imports and strengthen energy security in 2026.
Foreign Net Sell Hits Rp221.68 Billion in Session I
Foreign investors posted a net sell of Rp221.68 billion in the first trading session on Thursday (7/9/2026), even as the IHSG rose to 5,885.69.
PT Timah, Babel Promote Cual Weaving at Dekranas 2026
PT Timah and the Bangka Belitung provincial government will showcase Cual woven fabric at the 2026 Dekranas Craft and Textiles Exhibition in Makassar, aiming to strengthen local competitiveness while preserving an intangible cultural heritage that defines the region.
Prabowo, Modi Visit Prambanan Today for Culture Diplomacy
President Prabowo Subianto and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta today in a strategic diplomatic meeting. The historic setting underscores cultural ties between the two countries and opens talks on bilateral cooperation in the economy, maritime security, and climate.
Polri Seizes Rp60 Billion at de’Clan Cafe in Jakarta
A joint police team seized nearly Rp60 billion in foreign cash from de'Clan Cafe in South Jakarta in a corruption-linked money laundering case.
Nadiem Makarim Appeals Chromebook Verdict at PN Central Jakarta
Former Education Minister Nadiem Anwar Makarim has officially filed an appeal against the Chromebook case verdict at the Central Jakarta District Court on Wednesday, opening a new phase in the high-profile procurement case.
Rupiah Slips as Middle East Tensions Rise
The rupiah weakened to IDR 17,984 per U.S. dollar as escalating Middle East tensions weighed on markets, even as Indonesia's foreign reserves rose to $145.6 billion.
MBG Investor Seeks Rp218 Billion Back From BGN
Investor Mujazin is preparing a civil lawsuit against the National Nutrition Agency (BGN) to demand repayment of Rp218 billion paid under an agreement that has not been fulfilled, with none of the promised 97 MBG kitchens delivered so far.
Babel Forms Anti-Bullying Task Force for MPLS 2026
The Bangka Belitung Provincial Education Office is forming a special anti-bullying task force ahead of MPLS 2026. The team will monitor and handle bullying cases at every school, with sanctions for schools that fail to implement a friendly MPLS program in line with the education minister’s directive.
Nadiem Lawyers Reported to Court, Peradi Over Ethics
Jamsaki formally reported Nadiem Makarim's lawyers, Dody S. Abdulkadir and Ari Yusuf Amir, to the Central Jakarta District Court and Peradi over alleged courtroom ethics violations.
Babel Beefs Up Rice Stock to 4,161 Tons as School Break Nears
Pangkalpinang — Bangka Belitung Provincial Government added 24.1 tons of rice from South Sumatra this week, lifting total stock to 4,161.1 tons across 17 distributor warehouses. The move is aimed at keeping prices stable during the school holiday period and easing pressure on low-income households.
Hide Your Phone Number on GetContact: Stop Loan App Harassment
GetContact makes it easy to identify a number, but it can also expose your private data. Illegal loan apps can use that information to bother you. Fortunately, the Visibility feature lets you hide your number in just a few clicks.
BRI Credit Card Promo on MyBluebird: Save on Rides
Bepergian di tengah kesibukan kota besar kini lebih efisien. BRI memberikan promo eksklusif bagi pemegang BRI Kartu Kredit yang menggunakan layanan Bluebird melalui aplikasi MyBluebird untuk mobilitas yang hemat dan aman.
Jombang Grandma’s Debt Jumps from Rp25.5M to Rp140M
An elderly woman in Jombang faces a debt ballooning from Rp25.5 million to Rp140 million, with suspicions of fraud by her own nephew.
Rupiah Slips Back to Rp18,011/USD at Midday
The rupiah again broke through the Rp18,000 psychological level against the US dollar at midday, weakening 0.17% amid continued global market pressure.
BI Holds 6% Rate in July 2026 to Support Rupiah
Bank Indonesia kept the BI-Rate at 6.00% in July 2026 to preserve rupiah stability and contain domestic inflation amid global market swings and the Fed’s policy path.
Prabowo Orders BP Batam to Build Faster Global Maritime Hub Plan
President Prabowo Subianto has urged BP Batam to speed up the transformation of the Riau Islands into a global maritime, logistics, and investment hub. In a strategic meeting, the focus was on simplifying permits, developing port infrastructure, and boosting foreign investor appeal. The move is seen as a benchmark for the government’s downstreaming and premium tourism agenda.
Why 4 BUMN Asset Managers Are Merging into Mandiri MI
Four state-owned investment managers, including PNM Investment Management, BNI Asset Management, and BRI Manajemen Investasi, have officially joined Mandiri Manajemen Investasi. The move aims to improve efficiency and scale.
Rupiah Breaks Rp18,000 as Dollar Strengthens
The rupiah fell to Rp18,000 per U.S. dollar on Wednesday morning, July 8, 2026, as the dollar firmed and markets worried about escalating tensions in the Middle East. Investors are now watching the Fed, oil prices, and Bank Indonesia's room to intervene.
Indonesia Pushes Fairer Trade, AI Rules at G20 Sherpa Meeting
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM - Indonesia used the G20 Sherpa meeting to press for fairer global trade rules and AI standards that better serve developing countries, while also defending MSMEs, energy access, and digital sovereignty.
Telkomsel Updates 2026 Data Plans, Drops OMG Packages
JAKARTA, JOURNALARTA.COM - Telkomsel users now need to adjust to a new pricing structure from July 2026, including the end of the OMG package and a simpler 24-hour data lineup.