Coordinating Minister Muhaimin Iskandar claims the poverty rate has dropped from 9 percent to 8 percent during the two years of the Prabowo-Gibran administration.

BNPB Chief Kristomei Sianturi states that weather modification operations (OMC) using dry ice are effective in inducing rain in areas affected by forest and land fires. Read more here.

Smoke from forest fires was detected in the skies over Jakarta for 5-6 hours on Tuesday (20/10/2026), but at an altitude of 4 km, making it undetectable by residents.

The Head of Bakom RI, Syahganda Nainggolan, urges all ministries to be transparent regarding the achievements of the Prabowo-Gibran administration as a form of accountability to the public.

Indonesia reaffirms its unwavering support for Palestinian independence. The UN appreciates Indonesia's active role in defending the rights of the Palestinian people.

BNPB conducts Weather Modification Operation (OMC) in South Sumatra by dispersing dry ice. This method has proven effective in reducing karhutla smoke and improving visibility.

The KPK seized Rp 800 million in cash from Hercules' attorney related to allegations of corruption in the Ministry of ATR/BPN. The money is believed to be from PT SMC for land management in Bogor.

Member of the Indonesian House of Representatives Abdullah urges the KPK to investigate allegations of corruption in BNPB disaster funds, including the possibility of the death penalty.

BNPB respects the legal process of the KPK regarding the corruption case involving disaster-ready funds. Five individuals have been named suspects, including the brother of BNPB Head Suharyanto, Bima Setyawan.

Commission IV member Daniel Johan has called for strict oversight on disaster relief funds following the KPK's sting operation at BNPB.

Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto orders nationwide raids on drug dens. Hundreds are arrested, and evidence is seized.

Minister of Forestry Raja Juli Antoni stated that his ministry will revoke permits of companies involved in forest and land fires.

Minister of Forestry Raja Juli Antoni urged all parties to work together and effectively manage forest and land fires in South Kalimantan, appreciating the mitigation efforts despite Kalsel recording the best hotspot figures.

The National Police's Criminal Investigation Agency has detained 36 people in a raid across nine areas identified as drug dens in North Sumatra.

DPR members request that the increase in the Haj costs for 2027 be accompanied by improved services for pilgrims, particularly during the Armuzna phase or Haj peak.

One of the companies designated as a suspect, PT GAP, is known to be a foreign investment company (PMA) from Singapore.

The KPK interrogates Robby Kurniawan, expert staff member of Minister Dudy Purwagandhi, as a witness in a railway project corruption case.

Members of Commission III of the Indonesian House of Representatives are urging the death penalty for the suspect in the brutal murder of a mother and child in Madiun, labeling it as a savage act.

TNI Commander Agus Subiyanto leads the funeral ceremony for former TNI Commander Widodo Adi Sutjipto at Kalibata Heroes Cemetery, Jakarta, attended by several important state figures.

General (Ret.) Subagyo Hadi Siswoyo has passed away, leaving a long legacy of service. Prabowo Subianto attended to pay his last respects at Kalibata Heroes Cemetery.