The Indonesian Ministry of Manpower is currently processing thousands of worker complaints regarding alleged violations in the payment of Eid al-Fitr bonuses, known as Tunjangan Hari Raya (THR), as the holiday approaches. THR Complaint Processing As of March 25, 2026, the ministry had resolved 173 cases, with 1,461 complaints still under review. Manpower Minister Yassierli … Read more
Anji’s Mother’s Final Wishes and a Legacy of Unfulfilled Dreams Indonesian singer Anji Manji is grappling with profound grief and honoring the final wishes of his mother, Miriam Eka, who passed away earlier this year. Beyond the public mourning, a series of heartfelt revelations have emerged regarding Miriam’s aspirations for her son, including a desire … Read more
Jakarta Composite Index Surges Following Eid al-Fitr Holiday, Driven by Foreign Investment and Positive Sentiment Jakarta, Indonesia – The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) experienced a significant rally in the first trading session following the Eid al-Fitr holidays, bolstered by renewed foreign investment, particularly in the mining sector, and a generally optimistic market outlook. The index … Read more
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Government Bolsters Indonesian Banks with IDR 100 Trillion Injection Jakarta – In a move aimed at strengthening the national banking sector and ensuring economic stability, the Indonesian government has injected IDR 100 trillion (approximately $6.3 billion USD) in fresh funds into state-owned banks, collectively known as Himbara. The move, confirmed by multiple sources, comes amidst … Read more
Erdogan’s Provocative Rhetoric: A Harbinger of Shifting Alliances and Regional Instability A staggering 73% increase in anti-Semitic incidents globally since the October 7th attacks underscores a dangerous trend: the normalization of hostility towards Israel. This backdrop makes Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s recent call for God to “destroy Israel” – delivered at the conclusion of … Read more
More than 200,000 travelers have crossed from Bali to Java as of Sunday, March 15, 2026, as the Eid homecoming period gains momentum. Authorities are implementing measures to manage the increased traffic flow, including a new vehicle scheme and plans to deploy larger ferries. Managing Congestion on the Bali-Java Route The surge in travelers began … Read more
Indonesia’s Ministry of Religious Affairs will convene a meeting on March 19, 2026, to determine the date of Eid al-Fitr 2026, which falls on 1 Shawwal 1447 Hijriah, coinciding with the 29th of Ramadan 1447 H. Determining the Date of Eid al-Fitr The meeting will be held at the H.M. Rasjidi Auditorium, Ministry of Religious … Read more
Indonesia Rushes Eid al-Fitr Bonus Payments to Boost Homecoming Travel Jakarta, Indonesia – Millions of Indonesian workers are set to receive their Tunjangan Hari Raya (THR), or Eid bonus, earlier than usual, following a directive approved by DPR Commission IX. The accelerated disbursement aims to stimulate economic activity and facilitate the annual mudik (homecoming) tradition, … Read more