Students of Al Azhar 14 Islamic High School Semarang Take a Photo with the FT-IRS Community 164 students and 12 accompanying teachers from SMA Islam Al Azhar 14 Semarang visited the Faculty of Industrial Technology and Systems Engineering (FT-IRS) of the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology (ITS) The group was received in the Sinar Mas Room Department of Systems and Industrial Engineering FT-IRS ITS This visit is part of the campus introduction program for prospective new ITS students The event began with remarks from the Head of FT-IRS as the Vice Dean which was then continued by remarks from the representative of the Principal of SMA Islam Al Azhar 14 Semarang Explanation of the department profile of the Faculty of FT-IRS a profile presentation was delivered from the five departments under the auspices of FT-IRS Department of Chemical Engineering (DTK) by Dr Department of Mechanical Engineering (DTM) by Dr Department of Materials and Metallurgical Engineering (DTMM) by Alvian Toto Wibisono Department of Engineering Physics (DTF) by Prof Department of Systems and Industrial Engineering (DTSI) by Reza Aulia Akbar Each lecturer delivered information related to the department profile and future job prospects if students are accepted into one of the FT-IRS study programs The event took place in a relaxed atmosphere but remained focused and interactive interesting souvenirs were provided for students who asked questions not all students had the opportunity to ask questions The event was then closed with a group photo session as the closing of the activity Vedro Imanuel Girsang TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The rally commemorating May Day in front of the Central Java Governor's Office ended in chaos The commotion began in the late afternoon when the police initiated a series of repressive actions against the demonstrators the police began firing water cannons towards the demonstrators the police also deployed tear gas and shot it towards the crowd "Demonstrators from several labor representatives were also hard to breathe," wrote the LBH Semarang in its release on Friday The brutality and repression by the authorities did not stop there The police chased the demonstrators from the student group into the campus area of Diponegoro University (Undip) Some of the demonstrators were also physically assaulted by the police "The police and hundreds of thugs surrounded the Undip campus where there were approximately 400 students," said the LBH Semarang the police also detained about 18 demonstrators and subsequently took them to the Semarang Metropolitan Police there were still 14 people detained by the police and undergoing questioning "The questioning will continue at 8:00 AM," wrote LBH Semarang in their official Instagram social media post claimed that the demonstrators who were detained by the police were suspected to be an anarchist group The police accused them of being provocateurs who infiltrated the labor rally The police then disbanded the rally as they deemed it to be anarchic "As the labor demonstrators were about to end the rally a group of people suspected to be anarchists and students provoked the officers securing the rally," said Syahduddi Syahduddi stated that the infiltrating group provoked by burning tires and throwing rocks and bottles at the officers. 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See original Ahmad Yani Airport Semarang Will Serve International Flights Again 28 Apr 2025 16:45 WIB · English KOMPAS — Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport in Semarang has been re-designated as an international airport by the Ministry of Transportation The airport has been given a maximum period of 24 months to be able to serve international flights The international flight routes that will be opened in the near future are to and from Malaysia and Singapore The designation of Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport as an international airport is stated in the Minister of Transportation's Decree Number KM 26 of 2025 which was established on Friday (25/4/2025) In addition to Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport there are two other airports that have also been designated as international airports namely SM Badaruddin II Airport in Palembang and HAS Hanandjoeddin Airport in Bangka Belitung The designation was made in order to enhance the regional economy to support the national economy as well as to support the existence of special economic zones (KEK) if there are no international flights from these airports for 24 consecutive months the status as an international airport will be evaluated The General Manager of PT Angkasa Pura Indonesia at Jenderal Ahmad Yani Airport stated that his team has coordinated with several airlines to open international flight services Fajar has reported having intensive communication with Air Asia we will open international flight routes to and from Singapore and Malaysia we are still discussing it with the airlines In addition to coordinating with the airline the preparation of personnel and supporting equipment for international flight services is also being carried out has prepared its personnel and administration the immigration department and quarantine office are also said to have prepared the placement and division of work shifts for officers who will serve the public at the airport Central Java Governor Ahmad Luthfi stated that the opening of international flights from Central Java is necessary Luthfi inspected the readiness of facilities and infrastructure at Ahmad Yani Airport before the airport resumes international flight services "International flights will enhance the prestige of Central Java and will introduce Central Java to the international community showcasing its potential and the advancements of the region," said Luthfi The reinstatement of international airport status at Ahmad Yani Airport will also be utilized by the Central Java Provincial Government to prepare pioneer airports These two airports will be optimized to boost tourist visits and open up opportunities for incoming investments "The pioneer airport will enhance the support for tourism in Central Java Karimunjawa is a green zone tourism destination that is very attractive to both international and domestic tourists," he stated Ahmad Yani Airport held the status of an international airport and the airport subsequently transitioned to a domestic airport The revocation of that status occurred after the central government issued a policy outlined in the Decree of the Minister of Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia Number KM 31 of 2024 concerning the Designation of International Airports and the Decree of the Minister of Transportation of the Republic of Indonesia Number KM 33 of 2024 concerning the National Airport Order One of the reasons at that time was that Ahmad Yani Airport had not been serving international flights for some time which initially had two international airports namely General Ahmad Yani Airport and Adi Soemarmo Airport in Boyolali we will open international flight routes from and to Singapore and Malaysia the business world is also enthusiastic about welcoming the return of international status to the airport in Semarang City The General Chairperson of the Central Java Tourism Industry Association said that his party is ready to hold a number of international scale events to support the opening of the international flight route "We will boost as many events as possible in Central Java Central Java in the future will be more crowded with international visitors," he said The Chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin) Central Java also expressed his pleasure with the reopening of international flights at Ahmad Yani Airport this aligns with the desires of the business actors under Kadin Central Java "This policy will certainly impact the acceleration of economic growth in Central Java this will position Central Java within international trade," said Harry investors who wish to invest in Central Java can easily visit the province thanks to the availability of international flight services Harry believes that this condition will boost investment "The business world under Kadin Central Java We are all ready to welcome the arrival of international tourists," he stated In addition to flights to and from Malaysia and Singapore the Central Java Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Kadin Jateng) will also propose the opening of international flight services to and from Saudi Arabia and China To support the launch of services from these two countries transportation observer from Soegijapranata Catholic University stated that there are several opportunities and challenges that will be faced following the designation of Ahmad Yani Airport as an international airport Djoko believes that Central Java can attract as many foreign tourists as possible to visit the region Central Java is already good and fast due to the toll roads that are almost all connected tourism in several regions in Central Java is also quite good The accommodation is also adequate because in small cities there are at least three-star hotels," said Djoko there are also challenges that will be faced such as preparing strategies to attract tourists to visit Central Java must also provide interconnected mass public transportation from and to the airport as well as to tourist destinations 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forcibly dispersed demonstrators from the area in front of the Semarang Governor's Office where the protest was occurring Jamal considered the arrest inhumane as it involved dragging and repressive actions I was hit," Jamal said over the phone on Thursday night Jamal was only able to free himself from the alleged officers after other journalists shouted at those taking him away Jamal was wearing his journalist identification and informed the individuals holding him that he was a journalist covering the event Jamal managed to file a report on the police's arrest of the protesters he experienced further violence from alleged plainclothes police officers The second alleged assault on Jamal occurred around 9:00 p.m he reported that officers were encircling the crowd at the Diponegoro University Campus in Pleburan approximately 450 meters from the Central Java Governor's Office The officers were allegedly surrounding the building because protesters had detained a police intelligence officer was monitoring the situation from in front of the building when the alleged officers led some of the protesters out the demonstrators were physically assaulted during the arrest Jamal and his colleagues then stood up to report the arrest "We automatically stood up when seeing such a situation," he said The alleged officers who arrested the demonstrators then prevented the journalists from approaching and taking photos and videos Jamal then identified themselves as journalists "We then tried to neutralize the situation but it turned out that I was hit several times," he added he was struck at least three times on the head a senior officer from the Central Java Regional Police was reportedly beside him noting that the senior officer made no effort to stop the violence A representative of the Legal Aid Foundation in Semarang confirmed the alleged assault on the journalist covering Labor Day in Semarang Safali also stated that several demonstrators totaling 24 individuals including students and student press organization members Before the alleged assault on the Tempo journalist, the Head of the Public Relations Division of the Central Java Regional Police, Commissioner Artanto, stated that the police had arrested several Labor Day protesters in Semarang due to the crowd's provocations "We carried out security or arrests because they had become provocateurs." Tempo is still seeking confirmation from the Central Java Regional Police regarding the alleged violent incidents against the journalist Commissioner Artanto has not yet responded to inquiries about the incident Editor's Choice: Chaos Erupts at Semarang May Day Rally: Police Arrest Suspected Provocateurs Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News How Police Repression Unfolded During Semarang May Day Rally Chaos Erupts at Semarang May Day Rally: Police Arrest Suspected Provocateurs Antara TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The International May Day rally in front of the Central Java Governor's Office in Semarang on Thursday Police arrested several individuals suspected of being provocateurs Syahduddi stated that the arrested individuals were suspected to be affiliated with an anarchist group and included students who had infiltrated the labor demonstration "We are still collecting data and statements to determine the exact number of individuals arrested," he said He explained that the rally spanning from morning until evening had proceeded peacefully and without incident as the laborers were concluding their demonstration allegedly linked to the anarchist group and including students began provoking the officers who were securing the event He further detailed that the infiltrating group incited the unrest by burning tires and throwing stones and bottles at the officers the police dispersed the segment of the demonstration identified as anarchist Central Java Regional Police Public Relations Head Commissioner Artanto affirmed that the initial labor demonstration had been peaceful and orderly "Even the aspirations of the workers were directly received by the Central Java Governor," he said The police are still investigating the motive behind the provocation by the group suspected of infiltrating the labor demonstration Earlier in the afternoon, police dispersed the Labor Day rally in front of the Central Java Governor's Office in Semarang following a suspected provocation by a group of individuals dressed in black who had mingled with the laborers These individuals reportedly joined the main crowd at approximately 3 p.m The disruption commenced as the laborers were in the process of dispersing after concluding their demonstration Editor's Choice: May Day Is More Than a Celebration, Says ITUC-AP Leader Manpower Minister Unveils Reasons Behind Over 24,000 Layoffs by April 2025 Top 10 Highest-Paying Majors Worth Pursuing in 2025 UNESCO Declare Commitment to Support Digital Security of Student Press Jamal Abdun Nashr TEMPO.CO, Semarang - A total of five individuals were arrested during a demonstration rejecting the Law on the Indonesian National Armed Forces or TNI Law in front of the Governor's Office and the Regional Representatives Council (DPRD) of Central Java on Thursday The bill itself was approved by the the House of Representatives today Three are students and two others are from different organizations," said a representative of the protesters from the Executive Board of the Diponegoro University Student Senate who were arrested were a command car driver and a sound system operator He stated that the protesters faced repression from the authorities Some protesters required medical attention from paramedics The authorities also deployed tear gas against the crowd while multiple water cannon vehicles were positioned in the courtyard of the Central Java Governor's Office and along Pahlawan Street The protesters arrived at the office complex around 03:30 PM and attempted to enter the DPRD office They managed to enter the courtyard briefly before being forced out by security forces the protesters dispersed towards the Diponegoro University campus in Peleburan we will go to the Semarang City Police Headquarters to demand the release of our friends," he said The Semarang Police Chief was not willing to provide information regarding the arrest of the protesters Editor’s Choice: Defense Minister Denies Revival of Military Dual Function, Saying It's 'Completely Dead' Tempo Journalist Allegedly Assaulted by Police During May Day Rally in Semarang Civil Groups Take to the Streets of Jakarta on May Day: 'This Is the Day to Fight Back' s millions prepare for Imlek (Chinese New Year) festivities across the country, Padma Hotels’ destination in Central Java, Padma Hotel Semarang, is ready to welcome the Year of the Snake with two dining programs blending tradition with Padma’s signature hospitality Guests gathering with their family and friends for dinner on Jan 28 can expect authentic Chinese dishes served alongside memorable experiences in Padma Hotel Semarang’s Pandanaran Grand Ballroom and in Kim Tia Chinese Restaurant renowned for its 10-meter-high ceiling and capacity of 4,000 guests will host the “Flavors of Fortune” experience from 6 p.m guests will be able to enjoy a Chinese set menu paired with captivating live performances featuring a grand drama inspired by Mulan and mesmerizing musical acts “Longevity and Tradition” at Kim Tia Chinese Restaurant offers a curated menu of delightful Imlek treats in a warm Semarang Peranakan atmosphere guests can delight in an exquisite selection of Chinese dishes accompanied by enchanting traditional Chinese music performances Padma Residents are eligible for a 10 percent early bird discount while table bookings of 10 or eight packages can receive exclusive deals The little ones will also be able to enjoy a 50 percent discount to further enliven the festivities Quickly share this news with your network—keep everyone informed with just a single click Customize your reading experience by adjusting the text size to small or large—find what’s most comfortable for you The Indonesian National Police (Polri) revealed that a hotel in Semarang was built using funds linked to money laundering from online gambling activities The hotel is reportedly managed by an individual connected to illegal online gambling syndicates Director at the Criminal Investigation Unit (Bareskrim) confirmed on Monday that Rp 40.56 billion (approximately $2.5 million) was funneled through various accounts belonging to online gambling operators These funds were then used to finance the construction of the Aruss Hotel "The money was transferred through multiple accounts to obscure the origin of the funds and evade detection," Assegaf explained during a press briefing the funds were used to build the hotel." the police have seized the hotel located at Jalan Dr Wahidin 116 with large buses parked in its vicinity and guest activities proceeding as usual A banner reading "Seized by Bareskrim Polri" was placed on the hotel's rooftop and at the entrance emphasized that the hotel’s operations remain unaffected "The hotel is under surveillance but continues to operate normally," Maulana said "We respect the ongoing legal process and will comply with all procedures." reassured the public that the hotel continues to function as normal with no cancellations from guests despite the legal developments "Guests have not been affected by the situation The operational activities of the hotel are proceeding as usual," she said Police officials have stated that investigations into the online gambling syndicates are ongoing and they are working to identify all individuals involved in the money laundering operation The authorities have made it clear that they will continue to take necessary actions to address the illegal activities tied to the hotel and its ownership The National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) has sent an investigation team to probe the fatal shooting by a police officer of a teenage student in Semarang An officer with the Semarang Police reportedly shot a 17-year-old boy while attempting to disperse a gang brawl in front of a housing complex in the western part of Semarang in the early hours of Nov The police claimed that the officer had noticed the brawl as he was passing by the area on his way home GRO was taken to a nearby hospital but succumbed to his injuries a 16-year-old identified only as S and a 17-year-old identified only as A They all are students of SMK 4 Semarang state vocational high school Komnas HAM commissioner Uli Parulian Sihombing confirmed that the commission had sent a team to investigate the case he stopped short of disclosing the investigation results Delivered straight to your inbox three times weekly this curated briefing provides a concise overview of the day's most important issues covering a wide range of topics from politics to culture and society Please check your email for your newsletter subscription “The team is still in the field. We’ll disclose the results later,” Uli said, as quoted by Antara commission chair Atnike Nova Sigiro regretted the incident and sent condolences to the victim’s family She also called for a fair and transparent investigation into the case urging the police to uphold the law impartially and ensure protection for witnesses and victims Atnike called for the police to adopt a humane approach in handling or dispersing teenage brawls The incident has also drawn the attention of the National Police Commission (Kompolnas) with its member Choirul Anam calling for stricter control of officers’ use of firearms particularly during operations involving minors He emphasized the need for psychological tests for officers carrying firearms and stricter enforcement of standard operating procedures to prevent such incidents from happening in the future, as reported by tribunnews.com Intan Setiawanty TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian National Police (Polri) has stated that it will investigate the alleged intimidation and violence against journalists by the aide of the Chief of the Indonesian National Police during coverage at Tawang Station The National Police Headquarters affirmed that it will not tolerate any violations by its members if proven guilty The Head of the Public Relations Bureau of the Police Public Relations Division "We are very sorry if the incident did indeed occur where it should have been avoided," Trunoyudo told Tempo when contacted on Sunday the field situation was quite crowded at that time but the authorities still had to carry out their duties according to procedures He stated that there should be standard operational procedures which should be implemented without any physical or verbal actions the police are gathering information from the police security team at the location of the incident we will not hesitate to impose sanctions in accordance with applicable regulations," he said The Chief of the Indonesian National Police's aide is alleged to have committed violence against journalists in Semarang The incident occurred when Police Chief General Listyo Sigit Prabowo was inspecting the return flow at Tawang Station in Semarang on Saturday several journalists captured the moment Listyo greeted potential train passengers Then Listyo's aide asked the journalists to step back "By pushing quite roughly," said the Chair of the Indonesian Press Photographers Association in Semarang A photographer from the Antara Foto News Agency then moved away from the location towards the platform the aide approached Makna and proceeded to use violence by hitting Makna's head," he said Physical violence was also experienced by several other journalists The police officer also issued verbal threats to the journalists The Chair of the Advocacy Division of the Independent Journalists Alliance in Semarang considered the action a violation of Article 18 of Law Number 40 of 1999 concerning the press "It could result in a maximum prison sentence of two years or a fine of up to Rp 500 million," he said The Indonesian Press Photographers Association in Semarang and the Independent Journalists Alliance in Semarang strongly condemned the act of violence by the aide of the Indonesian National Police against the journalists as well as any form of obstruction to journalistic work They demanded a public apology from the Police Chief's aide who had committed violence against the journalists The two press organizations requested that the police impose sanctions on its members who had committed violence against the journalists Furthermore, the Indonesian Press Photographers Association and the Independent Journalists Alliance urged the police to be willing to learn from this incident and not repeat similar mistakes and civil society to participate in monitoring this case Jamal Abdun Nashr contributed to the writing of this article. Editor's Choice: Palu Journalist Found Dead in Jakarta Hotel, Attorney: Victim Allegedly Murdered TEMPO.CO, Semarang - Hundreds of people staged a protest in front of the Central Java Regional Police Headquarters gate on Thursday evening closing one of the road’s lanes.  They were protesting the fatal shooting of a vocational high school (SMK) student by a police officer a 17-year-old teenager from State Vocational High School 4 Semarang.  Representatives of the protesters from college students and local residents took turns delivering speeches Several banners were raised condemning the shooting by police The protesters also wrote down their demands on the street using spray paint the gate of the Central Java Regional Police was closed with officers standing guard in front of it.  crowd dispersal vehicles were also on standby The demonstrators demanded justice for the shooting victim “Justice must not disappear from Indonesia,” said a student representative Protesters remained in front of the police station until dusk fell with tension briefly rising but quickly abated.  Editor’s Choice: Police Yet to Name Officer as Suspect in Semarang Student's Fatal Shooting    Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News Police Deploy 13,252 Joint Personnel to Safeguard Jakarta May Day Events A 16-year-old student from SMK Negeri 4 Semarang was fatally shot by police early Sunday during a gang clash in West Semarang Authorities allege the vocational school student attacked an officer attempting to intervene in the brawl Semarang Police Chief Commissioner Irwan Anwar confirmed the shooting stating the victim was involved in a brawl between two gangs an off-duty investigator passing by tried to break up the fight but was attacked prompting the officer to open fire in self-defense "The officer attempted to mediate but was attacked leading to the decisive action," Irwan said Monday evening Police are awaiting autopsy results for further details on the shooting The officer involved has been detained by the Internal Affairs for questioning The clash reportedly injured two other SMKN 4 students who are receiving treatment for their wounds Irwan said that GRO was taken to the hospital by rival gang members and the officer involved which delayed identifying the victim.  Meanwhile, SMKN 4's teachers expressed doubts over claims that GRO was part of a gang described the student as well-behaved and accomplished "GRO was a high-achieving student and an active member of the school's marching band we find it hard to believe he was involved in gang activity," Nanang said TEMPO.CO, Semarang - Flooding hit the city of Semarang after high-intensity rain pelted the Central Java capital on Tuesday The flood inundated areas such as Jalan Agus Salim The flood reached a height of 50 centimeters making it impossible for many vehicles to pass as seen on Jalan Agus Salim near Johar Market The rain also caused water currents in the streets of the highland areas of Semarang Rainwater that was not contained in the drainage channel flowed and carried some materials on Jalan Prof Hamka and sand," said the head of the Semarang City Disaster Management Agency the water rose even higher when four-wheeled vehicles drove by Several residential areas in Semarang were also affected by floods floodwaters inundated the streets in the residential area a researcher at the Climate and Atmosphere Research Center BRIN showed how the rain spread across Central Java since noon heavy rains were already observed in Jepara "There is potential for further expansion due to strong convection from the Java Sea and Kalimantan," Erma said Erma updated the weather information while also sharing the rain developments in Jabodetabek Editor's Choice: Semarang Flood: Govt Builds Public Kitchens for Affected Residents Two Sumatran Tiger Cubs Born in Barumun Sanctuary, Symbolize Hope for Conservation Indonesia, France Forge Partnership for Sustainable Mining Practices Argentina 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at Pantai Baron to Overflow and Turn Brown Urgent Evaluation ConductedThe case of corruption convicts in Kedungpane Prison in and out of prison has become public attention Dozens of prison officers are suspected of being involved Audio NewsThis article has been translated using AI. See original Corruption Convicts In and Out of Prison in Semarang 08 Feb 2025 20:57 WIB · English a convict in a corruption case and several other criminal cases was found to be frequently entering and leaving the Class 1 Penitentiary in Semarang This case finding should serve as a fundamental evaluation and reform momentum in the penitentiary institution News about Agus's outing from the prison known as Kedungpane Prison has been widely discussed by the public in Semarang City in recent days Agus was found to be active outside the prison in mid-January 2025 one of the prosecution officers saw Agus with his family eating at a restaurant in Semarang City Agus's activities outside the prison are suspected to not be the first occurrence several people claimed to have seen Agus engaging in activities in a residential area in the city of Semarang The incident was then reported to the Attorney General's Office as well as the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections "Regarding the inmate with the initials AH who committed a violation action has been taken in the form of transferring him to the Nusakambangan Super Maximum Security Prison," said the Head of Semarang Class 1 Prison Agus is a convict in cases of corruption and money laundering in several government banks the state suffered losses amounting to hundreds of billions Agus was also convicted in a case of document forgery at the Salatiga District Court Agus began to be detained by the Central Java High Prosecutor's Office at Kedungpane Prison the judge has handed down a prison sentence making Agus an inmate under the responsibility of Kedungpane Prison Action has been taken against the prisoner with the initials AH who committed the violation by transferring him to the Nusakambangan Super Maximum Security Prison In his illegal activities outside the prison Agus is suspected to have been assisted by dozens of Kedungpane Prison officers Mardi refused to answer when asked about the roles of each of these officers the officers involved in the violation have also been sanctioned "Disciplinary action is given according to the applicable rules and regulations We continue to be committed to maintaining integrity I say anyone who is proven to have committed a violation will be prosecuted according to the applicable provisions," he said Mardi said that the condition of Kedungpane Prison is very conducive he is committed to increasing synergy with the police and other law enforcement officers to ensure the security and order of the prison Researcher of the Center for Anti-Corruption Studies the case of prisoners going on vacation like what happened in Semarang was not the first case In addition to prisoners going in and out of prison and gratification are prone to occur in the prison environment "Inspections have been conducted several times but it seems like there is no fundamental change So I see this as a disease that is deeply rooted in the prison," said Zaenurrohman Zen assessed that the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections needs to send an inspection team to Kedungpane Prison This is to investigate whether there is a criminal act that has occurred the parties involved need to be assessed by Zen to be processed under criminal law officers who are proven to help prisoners in violating the rules are considered by Zen to be given strict sanctions violators will not be deterred and have the possibility of repeating their actions in the future Several inspections have been carried out and actions have been taken but it seems there has been no fundamental change Zen said that the case that occurred in Kedungpane Prison could be a momentum to make fundamental improvements The improvements need to be done in a planned manner Zen advised the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections to make a prison reform plan starting from improving welfare to tightening supervision for example by conducting checks with people who pretend to be inmates' families there must be information gathering to check whether there have been improvements or not," he said Zen added that as long as there is extortion the problem of gratification cannot be eliminated it is not impossible that prisoners who have bribed officers can commit various violations starting from the conditions for conditional release the Ministry of Immigration and Corrections People who want to become whistleblowers or reporters need to be rewarded with prizes such as remission for prisoners or material or awards for the community SEMARANG, CENTRAL JAVA — The Funeral Management Unit (BARZAH ) of Dompet Dhuafa ‘s Community Service Institution (LPM) together with Dompet Dhuafa Central Java held a Funeral Management Training at Class II A Semarang Women’s Correctional Facility on Wednesday (25/09/24) This training aims to equip prisoners with skills in organizing funeral arrangements In addition to improving the skills of prisoners this funeral training is also a moment of reflection for prisoners to remember death and understand the correct procedures in funeral arrangements The enthusiasm of the participants could be seen from their full attention during the material sessions which were followed by active and interactive discussions This activity was organized to equip the fostered residents with understanding which can later be applied directly in the community The training took place in a relaxed but serious atmosphere who is competent in the practice of funeral arrangements Pupu managed to eliminate the scary stigma related to the corpse the training atmosphere became more fun and easy for participants to understand “If we don’t deliver the material in a funny and relaxed way the participants might be scared and stressed before joining the training That’s why I bring the material in a relaxed manner The participants all laughed,” Pupu said after the training Read also: Cianjur Rises Again: Al-Barokah Mosque Destroyed by Earthquake Now Stands Rebuilt This activity took place from 10:00 WIB to 12:00 WIB and was attended by 21 participants who were prisoners with various case backgrounds and say thousands of thanks to Dompet Dhuafa for giving us knowledge Especially Ustaz Pupu who delivered the material clearly but casually made us understand and God willing we can practice the knowledge that has been conveyed Read also: Dompet Dhuafa BARZAH Ambulance Transports Ciater Bus Accident Corpse to Residence in Depok Neneng as the Public Relations Officer of the Class II A Semarang Women’s Prison expressed many thanks to BARZAH Dompet Dhuafa for being present to provide training in the organization of funeral arrangements He hopes that in the future there will be continued cooperation with Dompet Dhuafa “We would like to thank Dompet Dhuafa for providing a training trainer facility for funeral arrangements We hope that this cooperation can continue and can target other programs,” he explained a similar series of training was also held at Class IIA Ambarawa Prison which was attended by 400 people the next day Dana yang didonasikan melalui Dompet Dhuafa bukan bersumber dan bertujuan untuk pencucian uang (money laundry) maupun tindak kejahatan lainnya yang tidak sesuai prinsip syariah dan regulasi Harap konfirmasi setiap transaksi donasi ke Customer Care Dompet Dhuafa TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Heavy rains in Grobogan Regency, Central Java, led to the collapse of the Tuntang River embankment, resulting in widespread flooding including the Semarang-Surabaya train line and major roads According to Masrikan, Head of the Prevention and Preparedness Division at the Grobogan Regional Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) the train line was not merely submerged but effectively transformed into a river due to the strong current of floodwaters The floodwater eroded the base of the railway tracks in Papanrejo Village the main road of Jalan Godong-Grobogan was completely submerged the road was paralyzed and could not be passed by vehicles State-owned railway operator PT Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) immediately dispatched crews to repair the damaged railway bed late Monday the relentless flow of water overflowing from the Tuntang River hindered their efforts A number of Grobogan residents affected by the flood have begun to evacuate 50 residents of the Permata Hijau Housing Complex in Kalongan Village sought refuge at the Raji Village Sports Center (GOR) Editor's Choice: BNPB Says 8 People Died in Bali Landslide Disaster Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News KAI Provides Subsidized Train Tickets from Jakarta Starting at Rp45,000 KAI Introduces New Train Seating Feature for Women in Pledge to Safety Heavy Rainfall Forecasted Across Saudi Arabia Until Eid al-Fitr 2025 Speeding Up Train Station Queues for Eid Travelers with Face Recognition Feature Several members of the Yogyakarta Metropolitan Police are alleged to have tortured a Semarang resident who later died from his wounds in September last year was reportedly taken from his house in Purwosari subdistrict by several members of the Yogyakarta Traffic Police unit He was then allegedly brought to a nearby soccer field Darso was admitted to the hospital with severe injuries and died eight days later lawyer Antoni Yudha Timor said on Saturday “The same three men [who took Darso] came to the house and informed his wife that Darso was being treated at Permata Medika Hospital,” Antoni said The incident reportedly stemmed from a traffic accident involving Darso that had injured a woman in Yogyakarta a few days earlier “He took responsibility for the traffic accident by taking the victim to a clinic because he didn’t have enough money [to cover medical costs] Darso left his ID card,” the lawyer explained adding that the accident caused only minor injuries Darso then traveled to Jakarta to obtain additional money to repair the rented car damaged in the accident The alleged torture occurred shortly after he returned from Jakarta that he was tortured by the men who took him from their home but I refused because my husband had told me to bring the case to justice,” Poniyem said The family has since filed a complaint with the Central Java Provincial Police as the alleged torture occurred in Semarang Antoni said the family is demanding that the officers be charged with aggravated assault causing fatality which carries a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison His family couldn’t understand why he was hunted The traffic accident involving Darso caused only minor injuries and he responsibly took the victim to a clinic So why was he treated like that?” the lawyer asked Yogyakarta Metropolitan Police spokesman Sujarwo said his office fully supports the ongoing investigation by the Jakarta Police “Allow us some time to collect information to better understand the chronology of the incident,” Sujarwo said “We are fully cooperating with the Central Java Police in their investigation of the case.” Darso’s case is the latest in a string of incidents involving service members that have tarnished the police’s reputation in recent months A Semarang police officer was recently dismissed and charged with criminal offenses for the fatal shooting of a high school student dozens of officers faced an ethics tribunal for extorting Malaysian nationals during a concert in the city Ririe Ranggasari Petir Garda Bhwana TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Indonesia's National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM) has called on the Central Java and South Sulawesi police to immediately evaluate how they handled protests and demonstrations in Semarang and Makassar following reports of repressive force by officers during Monday night's protests "We have received reports that authorities used tear gas and even allegedly conducted searches all the way inside a mall," Komnas HAM chairwoman Atnike Nova Sigiro said in a written statement received by Tempo on Tuesday Atnike stressed that the use of excessive force in dealing with demonstrations risks violating human rights particularly the rights to freedom of assembly and expression guaranteed by the Constitution and the Human Rights Law Komnas HAM urged security personnel to refrain from using force and to prioritize a more humane and measured approach to maintaining order Komnas HAM also urged law enforcement officials to guarantee the right of arrested protesters to access legal counsel Denying such access is considered a violation of the right to justice "We also encourage all parties to exercise their fundamental rights responsibly and to maintain a conducive security situation in order to preserve the country's democratic space," she said with a number of government policies sparked the recent wave of demonstrations in Semarang and Makassar anti-Jokowi protests in front of the city hall complex and the Semarang City People's Representative Council (DPRD) were forcibly dispersed by police on Monday Police fired tear gas to disperse the crowd There were also reports that a number of demonstrators A joint demonstration by students from all across Makassar against Joko Widodo's dynastic politics under the Jalan AP Pettarani flyover ended in chaos The use of tear gas and arrests of protesters in Semarang and Makassar have been criticized by various parties There are allegations that the authorities conducted searches in public areas such as shopping malls These repressive measures have been strongly criticized by civil society organizations and academics They believe that the authorities' heavy-handed approach not only violates human rights but also aggravates the situation and threatens democracy The authorities' heavy-handed response to the demonstrations has raised concerns that the space for the expression of aspirations in Indonesia is diminishing especially in light of recent rising political tensions Editor's Choice: Authorities Allegedly Assault Tempo Journalist Covering Jakarta DPR Protest Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News 49 Migrant Workers from NTT Return Deceased Between January and April 2025 Bring Our Activists Home: Greenpeace Indonesia Protests at South Korean Embassy Police Disperse Protest Camp Against TNI Law Before Parliament Building for Third TIme Thousands of Americans Join Protests Against Trump Taman Safari Indonesia Refutes Claims of Circus Worker Exploitation Protest Camp Against TNI Law Persists Before Indonesian Parliament Annisa Febiola TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Two police officers accused of extorting a couple in North Semarang are set to face an ethics tribunal First Police Adjunct Inspector (Aiptu) Kusno from the Integrated Police Service Center (SPKT) of Semarang Police and Second Police Adjunct Inspector (Aipda) Roy Legowo pending the finalization of the ethics case documentation," Central Java Police's PR chief Artanto stated that the criminal extortion case is being handled by Semarang Police while the ethics violation case falls under the jurisdiction of the Professional and Security Division (Propam) of the Central Java Police the two suspects have been placed under special confinement by the Central Java Police's Propam for the ethics trial process," Artanto explained He outlined the potential ethical sanctions the officers could face and postponement of educational opportunities to the most severe penalties such as dishonorable discharge (PTDH) or outright dismissal "The ethics judge will determine the appropriate sanction for the suspects," Artanto added Semarang Police identified Kusno and Roy as suspects for extorting two teenagers for Rp2.5 million at Jalan Telaga Mas A civilian was also implicated in the incident The case involves personnel from Semarang Police there are three perpetrators," Semarang Police Chief He confirmed that Kusno and Roy will face ethical sanctions and have been detained for the next 21 days they are also facing criminal charges under Article 368 of the Indonesian Criminal Code which addresses extortion involving threats allegedly extorted MRW (18) and MMX (17) on Friday when the three went out for food in the Marina Beach area of Semarang "They spotted the two victims inside a car in that area and approached them," he said threatening them with criminal charges unless they paid The victims complied and handed over Rp2.5 million They and their car were later taken to Telaga Mas Road where they shouted for help from passersby The case came to public attention after a video went viral on social media showing locals surrounding a red car while a woman inside was heard shouting for help The crowd demanded that everyone in the car exit at which point two men claimed to be police officers and displayed their IDs and badges Following public reports of the incident to the North Semarang Police Station where they confirmed the presence of two police officers and a civilian suspected of extorting the couple The suspects were immediately taken into custody at North Semarang Police Station and interrogated by the Propam Section of Semarang Police both officers were confirmed guilty of extortion and officially named suspects Editor’s Choice: Soekarno-Hatta Airport Immigration Officials Dismissed Amid Extortion Allegations TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Press Council will summon journalists who are suspected of being involved in police report manipulation in the shooting case of SMKN 4 Semarang students This summons is also addressed to the management of CNN Indonesia to provide clarification "We from the Press Council will request clarification from CNN Indonesia's management and the respective journalists," said the Chairperson of the Press Council The case started from a police report mentioning that the shooting occurred during the dispersal of a clash between groups Semarang Police and the Central Java Regional Police denied that narrative The police stated that the shooting was triggered by a vehicle collision and had no relation to the clash The Press Council revealed that in the news coverage of the case there was manipulation by journalists who collaborated with the police as alleged perpetrators of the shooting The journalist is suspected of helping to craft a narrative to cover up violations by police personnel journalists must work following Law Number 40 of 1999 concerning the Press and the Journalistic Code of Ethics "We will emphasise this in the clarification process to ensure the issue is revealed," said Ninik Ninik said it would be further coordinated The written statement from the Press Council also mentioned that CNN Indonesia stated they are conducting internal investigations and are committed to preparing information to be conveyed to the public was killed after being shot by a member of the Narcotics Detective Unit of the Regional Police with the initials RZ on Sunday the initial incident involving GRO began during a clash in the Simongan area He stated that RZ fired the shot after facing resistance from GRO when trying to break up the clash it was proven that the reason for the shooting was not the clash The Head of the Jateng Regional Police's Propam Bureau mentioned that the motive for Police Officer RZ shooting Gamma a student in the Mechanical Engineering Department of SMK Negeri 4 Semarang Corporal RZ felt his vehicle was side-swiped RZ had just returned from the office and was passing by a group of teenagers playing tag in the opposite direction One of the motorcycles then brushed against RZ's vehicle "The suspect (Corporal RZ) then waited for them to turn around and then the shooting occurred," he said during a meeting with the DPR Commission III also attended by Semarang Police Chief Commissioner Irwan Anwar on Tuesday Findings from the Indonesian Child Protection Commission (KPAI) revealed that the students were initially just gathered to play futsal They were shot without warning as they were about to go home The Press Council appreciates the Police for their transparency in handling this case Correction of the initial narrative is considered important to build public trust Ninik mentioned that they take this allegation seriously because it involves the basic principles of journalism INTAN SETIAWANTY | CLARA MARIA TJANDRA DEWI Editor's Choice: Airfares Drop 10 Percent During Year-End Holidays, Transport Minister: 'We Will Reevaluate' Dewi Elvia Muthiariny Laila Afifa TEMPO.CO, Semarang - Ahmad Yani Airport in Semarang City has expanded its connectivity with the addition of eight new flight routes connect the city to various destinations across Sumatra The newly introduced routes include flights to and from Balikpapan (Monday Pekanbaru and Lombok (Wednesday and Sunday) “These eight new flight routes from and to Semarang are expected to further stimulate tourist visits and boost the tourism sector of Semarang City and Central Java Province,” stated Fajar Purwawidada General Manager of state-owned airport operator PT Angkasa Pura I's Ahmad Yani Airport Branch Office in Semarang Fajar revealed that a total of 18 new flight routes are planned for Ahmad Yani Airport are actively coordinating with airlines to continually add popular routes and remain responsive to market demand,” he said Fajar expressed optimism that other airlines will soon follow suit leading to a further expansion of flight routes and increased diversity in travel options Editor's Choice: Transportation Minister Says Nusantara Airport Construction in IKN is 'Quite Significant' Most Tourists in Labuan Bajo Choose Live-On-Board Experience Indonesia Targets 249,000 Arrivals from Middle East in 2025 Thailand Invites Singapore to Join "Six Countries Chinese National Found Dead at Soekarno-Hatta Airport Uzbekistan Launches Golden Visa Scheme to Boost Economy Jakarta's Plan for Cat Island Tourist Spot Underway Najla Nur Fauziyah TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Police deploy tear gas at protestors in the Governor's Office and Central Java Legislative Council (DPRD) in Semarang City on Thursday, August 22, 2024. The protest in Semarang demands the Indonesian government and the House of Representatives (DPR) abide by the Constitutional Court’s regional election ruling Smoke billowed from the shells thrown towards the protestors The protest was initially held in front of the main gate of the Central Java DPRD Office.  where two access to the government office yards are located The protestors don their respective college jackets and come from various directions. They gathered in front of the Semarang City’s governmental office complex on Jl some read 'Total Politik Dinasti' or 'A Total Political Dynasty' some representatives take turns delivering speeches on top of a commando car Police officers are also on standby at the protest location They are seen wearing helmets and carrying police shields Several water cannons are also on standby.  Editor’s Choice: Yogyakarta's UGM Declares Indonesian Democracy Emergency  Sistine Chapel Prepares for the Election of New Pope Anthony Albanese Makes Indonesia His First Visit After Winning Australian Election Australia's Prime Minister Who Made History Singapore's Ruling Party PAP Wins Election in Landslide Singapore Election: Key Points Amid Global Trade Tensions Singapore Holds First General Election Since Lawrence Wong Took Office Semarang. Semarang police officer Robig Zaenudin has been fired and his status upgraded to that of a criminal suspect for shooting a student from SMK Negeri 4 Semarang Central Java Police spokesperson Artanto said that Robig's actions were deemed disgraceful and damaging to the institution's reputation "The Code of Ethics Council (KKEP) has ruled for a dishonorable discharge (PTDH) against Robig for committing a disgraceful act shooting a child," Artanto explained during a press conference at the Central Java Police Headquarters in Semarang on Monday Robig retains the right to appeal the decision within three days he will remain in detention at a special holding facility at the Central Java Police Headquarters In addition to the administrative punishment Robig’s status has been upgraded to that of a criminal suspect with further legal proceedings to be handled by the Criminal Investigation Directorate "His status as a suspect has been confirmed and the criminal proceedings will be managed by the Criminal Investigation Directorate," Artanto concluded was attended by representatives from the National Police Commission (Kompolnas) The police initially claimed that Robig shot 17-year-old GRO and his friends to break up a brawl Central Java Police's Internal Affairs Chief later clarified that Robig fired under pressure after nearly being hit by the victim's motorcycle An internal investigation by the Central Java Police’s Internal Affairs found that Robig had violated regulations on firearm use under Police Chief Regulation No He was also charged under Article 13(1) of Government Regulation No 7 of 2022 concerning the Police Code of Ethics Mila Novita TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Lawang Sewu's underground room or basement is reopened for visitors starting December 3 This room is considered one of the most haunted in this old building in Semarang the underground room was closed to the public KAI Wisata the manager of this heritage tourist destination announced that tickets to visit the underground room are priced at Rp50,000 per person Tours of Lawang Sewu's underground room or Kelderverkenning must be accompanied by a guide visitors are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as helmets and vests not all visitors are allowed to enter this area Visitors permitted to enter must be at least 13 years old and maximum 60 years old Individuals with special conditions such as a fear of dark or confined spaces The 102-year-old lalijiwo mango tree in the Lawang Sewu building's yard Lawang Sewu is a historic building owned by PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero) and managed by KAI Wisata this building served as the central office of the private railway company Nederlandsch-Indische Spoorweg Maatschappij (NISM) Lawang Sewu has been transformed into a museum showcasing a variety of railway artifacts from Indonesia's past to present the building consists of several structures forming the letter L while additional buildings were constructed around 1916 and completed in 1918 This building features a unique design with numerous windows and doors for air circulation Its abundance of openings is the origin of the name Lawang Sewu In addition to its unique architectural design Lawang Sewu is adorned with stained glass ornaments by Johannes Lourens Schouten depicting the prosperity and beauty of Java Dutch colonial power over Semarang and Batavia There are also pottery ornaments on curved surfaces above balconies small domes at the top of the water tower covered in copper and bronze decorations on the tower's peak Kelderverkenning is an integral part of Lawang Sewu was constructed as a drainage system and cooling mechanism when the Japanese took over the building in 1942 this underground area was repurposed into an underground prison ranging from being a site of torture by the Japanese military to having a passage leading to the Java Sea The history and myths surrounding this underground room have piqued the interest of many Lawang Sewu's basement was reopened as a historical tourist destination According to a post on the Instagram account of wisata.lawangsewu The number of visitors is limited to only 750 per day Editor's Choice: Semarang's Lawang Sewu Reopens after Closure during PPKM KOSTCON 2025, the First Largest K-Drama OST Concert in Jakarta, to Take Place on August 2nd 10 Best Cities to Visit in Japan Besides Tokyo to Add to Your Bucket List 10 Recommended Budget-Friendly Tourist Destinations in the United States What Are the Cheapest Businesses to Start from Home? 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After gaining public attention following the withdrawal of the song 'Pay Pay Pay' (Bayar Bayar Bayar) and the forced apology to the Indonesian National Police Chief and the police institution, the electro-punk duo Sukatani finally returned to the stage in the Crowd Noise concert in Slawi their condition is still in the recovery period This was revealed by the legal representative of the band from Purbalingga the Semarang Legal Aid Institute (LBH Semarang) "They (Sukatani) have not responded to anything They are still in the recovery period," said LBH Semarang Director Ahmad Syamsuddin Arief to Tempo when contacted on Monday which accompanied the band from Purbalingga also could not provide further statements regarding the possibility of legal action "We cannot make a swift decision regarding legal action at the moment." LBH Semarang is still investigating the chronology of the alleged intimidation experienced by Sukatani's personnel This includes discussing future steps to be taken together Sukatani presented eight songs to an enthusiastic audience Starting from "Sukatani," "Jangan Bicara Solidaritas," to "Gelap Gempita." There was no difference in their appearance this time the vocalist and guitarist of this music group still wore face masks as their identity One interesting thing in this concert was the attention directed towards them The crowd repeatedly shouted 'Pay Pay Pay,' the song that recently put the band Sukatani in the spotlight The audience requested the song to be played Electroguy only responded with a thank you to all the audience without giving any response to the request with a large number of attendees including various media covering the event also took off his mask during the performance When the music played the song "Gelap Gempita," the vocalist also conveyed a message to the audience "We hope you always stay healthy. Always be free human beings! Be careful on your way home. Thank you for your solidarity!" said the vocalist Sukatani quoted from their performance clip uploaded on Instagram @wavecvlt Tempo has requested permission to quote the video excerpt from the reels Editor’s Choice: Police Probe 6 Central Java Officers on Alleged Intimidation Against Punk Band Sukatani This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Semarang.  The Semarang-Demak toll road has become one of Indonesia’s most unique infrastructure projects due to its use of bamboo as a foundational material Bamboo is employed to stabilize the soft soil near the construction site which lies close to the northern coast of Java where the ground is particularly prone to subsidence This toll road also serves as a crucial barrier against tidal flooding (rob) providing a dual function as both a transportation route and a flood defense is a rapidly growing urban hub that connects surrounding areas such as Kendal The region’s economic expansion has led to increased traffic congestion along the northern coast road which links various cities across Central Java the government has fast-tracked the construction of the Semarang-Demak toll road part of the National Strategic Project (PSN) Built during the presidency of Joko "Jokowi" Widodo the toll road spans two sections: Section I (Semarang-Sayung) The project is slated for completion in February 2027 who oversees the construction of Section II explained that the bamboo mattress method is being used to reinforce the toll road's foundation due to the soft soil conditions “We have used bamboo as a foundation material in Indonesia before but this is the first large-scale implementation on a toll road,” she said is chosen carefully—each piece must be straight Around 9-10 million bamboo poles will be stitched together with nylon thread to form 13 layers of bamboo mattresses "Atlantis" Toll Road: A Lifeline Against Tidal Flooding nicknamed the "Atlantis" toll due to its path over the sea is integrated with a sea wall and features retention ponds This innovative design helps mitigate the effects of tidal flooding a growing concern for coastal communities in northern Java Tidal flooding (rob) has been a persistent issue in Demak Regency where sinking land and rising sea levels have displaced residents and caused significant damage The toll road is seen as a critical solution to manage these increasingly severe floods or built on stilts as residents struggle to adapt was eventually abandoned as flooding worsened "The water rises about a meter every 10 years," he explained We hope the toll road will stop this flooding so we don’t have to keep raising our homes." noting that flooding has become more unpredictable and severe over the past two decades he expressed gratitude for the government's efforts including the construction of the toll road which he hopes will bring much-needed relief to Demak’s coastal communities During a visit to the sea embankment project in Semarang on June 17 President Jokowi emphasized the importance of the ongoing tidal flood control project "This is a project for controlling tidal floods The tidal flood barrier stretches 3.6 kilometers I believe this barrier can effectively prevent tidal flooding for at least 30 years," he said Padma Hotel Semarang will proudly host the second edition of the Padma Run to celebrate the hotel’s two years in the Central Java capital The annual road running race is a fundraising event organized in collaboration with the Djarum Foundation and will contribute to planting trees and mangroves across the city Both professional and recreational runners are welcome to participate in this year’s Padma Run which will host two categories: the 10-kilometer race that kicks off at 5:30 a.m and the 5K race that kicks off at 5:45 a.m “We are very excited to present this year’s Padma Run on a larger scale and with a more inclusive concept,” said Raya Citra Priatama but also an occasion for the community to come together celebrate the spirit of healthy living and enjoy the beauty of Semarang,” he said This year’s event passes through a new scenic route offering a fresh route for returning runners while first-time participants will have the opportunity to take in Semarang’s landscape running past iconic landmarks such as Lawang Sewu and Taman Indonesia Kaya in a unique experience that combines the city’s beauty and healthy exercise All participants will receive a medal upon finishing the race as well as a special race pack filled with products and gifts from the event’s various vendors and sponsors The event will also be enlivened by a variety of exciting activities and entertainment including exhibition stands featuring various sponsors email Marketing.Semarang@padmahotels.com or call +62-24-33000900 Berapa Hadiah yang Didapat Persib Bandung Usai Juara BRI Liga 1 2024/2025? 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