Cilegon – A car with plate number A-1703-RI plunged under a bridge on the South Ring Road (JLS) Cilegon, Banten. The car swerved because the driver experienced a seizure. The incident happened on Thursday (18/12/2025) around 15:30 WIB at JLS, precisely in Tegalratu, Cilegon. The driver, Asep Suwandi, was initially driving a car that was transporting one passenger from Anyer to Cilegon. “When we arrived at the crime scene, while he was driving, Asep had a seizure, then lost control to the left of the road and crashed into a shack and plunged under the bridge,” Cilegon police traffic unit chief Gakkum Iptu Atang Saepuloh said when asked. SCROLL TO CONTINUE CONTENT The vehicle Asep was riding in was wrecked and overturned after diving under the bridge. The driver and passenger were injured in the accident. “The driver sustained injuries and was taken to the Hermina Cilegon Hospital, while the passenger was taken to alternative (treatment),” he said. The vehicle involved in the accident was then taken to the Cilegon Police Traffic Police Gakkum Unit office for further investigation. (ball/wnv)

Medan – The Medan City Government (Pemkot) has returned aid of 30 tons of rice from the Government of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Medan Mayor Rico Waas said the return was made after his party checked the regulations of the central government. “The point is that we have indeed checked the regulations and delivery. We have also checked with BNPB, and the Ministry of Defence, that indeed it has not yet been accepted by all coordination,” Rico said as reported by detiksumut, Thursday (18/12/2025). When asked if there was a warning from the North Sumatran provincial government, Rico did not answer. According to him, the return was made because the central government did not allow foreign aid for disaster victims. Scroll TO CONTENT “Because the government has not received or received assistance from foreign parties. So we return it and later it can be used again. But the city of Medan does not accept it,” he said. Previously, the Medan City government received assistance in the form of 30 tons of rice from the United Arab Emirates government intended for flood victims. The assistance provided by the Government of the United Arab Emirates also took the form of 300 packages each in the form of; basic necessities, baby gear and prayer gear. “Later, this aid will be distributed to residents of Medan City affected by the flood. Medan City itself has not fully recovered, many people are still affected,” Rico Waas said in a written statement on Sunday (12/14). Prabowo says RI is capable of dealing with disasters Previously, President Prabowo Subianto admitted that he had been contacted by a number of heads of friendly countries to offer help for the flood-landslide disaster in Sumatra. Prabowo appreciated the help, but he stressed that Indonesia is capable of dealing with disasters in Sumatra. Initially, Prabowo appreciated the initiative of the Red and White Cabinet Ministers, TNI Commander, National Police Chief and TNI Chief of Staff in dealing with the flood landslide disasters in Aceh, North Sumatra (North Sumatra) and West Sumatra (Sumbar). Prabowo then revealed that there had been offers of help from heads of friendly countries. “So, I was called by many heads of state who wanted to send aid. I said ‘Thank you for your concern, we can do it’. Indonesia is capable of overcoming this,” Prabowo said during a plenary cabinet meeting at the State Palace, Jakarta, on Monday (12/15). Read more here (isa/wnv)

Jakarta – The Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) has again conducted a sting operation (OTT) in the South Kalimantan (Kalsel) region. The KPK arrested 6 people due to this activity. “It is true, today’s team also carried out activities in the South Kalimantan region,” KPK spokesman Budi Prasetyo told journalists on Thursday (18/12/2025). It was not specified who the parties were who were arrested. The KPK has 1 x 24 hours to disclose the status of the parties caught in OTT. Scroll to continue content “So far six people have been arrested. The team is still in the field,” he said. With this, the KPK announced 3 OTTs on the same day, namely Thursday (18/12). First networked in the Banten area with 9 people. Then 10 people were arrested in Bekasi Regency. (ial/rfs)

Jakarta – Member of Commission IV DPR RI, Rajiv conducted cheap food movement (GPM) activities together with the National Food Agency (NFA). Activities were held in Margaasih District, Bandung Regency and Lembang, West Bandung Regency, West Java. According to him, this cheap food movement is an attempt to help ease the burden on people before the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year (Nataru) holidays. “The Cheap Food Movement is one of the government’s programs in collaboration with the DPR RI in Commission IV. I see that there is quite a lot of enthusiasm among the people participating in the government program for the cheap food movement. Hopefully this program can be useful to the community, hopefully it can provide some relief,” Rajiv said in his statement, Thursday (18/52/2). Scroll TO CONTINUE CONTENT The cheap food movement held by Rajiv in the West Java II Constituency (dapil) covering Bandung Regency and West Bandung Regency is in the form of rice, oil, meat and other agricultural commodities. For this reason, this member of the Nasdem Party faction appreciated the Logistics Agency (Bulog) and the National Food Agency for preparing vendors well and professionally. Because Rajiv directly checked the quality of the products produced like vegetables. “I checked the goods, such as good cucumbers. In fact, the products are from Bandung Regency, not from other places. We, Commission IV DPR RI, appreciate Bulog and Bapanas for preparing sellers well,” he said. Furthermore, Rajiv said the cheap food movement is a direct response to the pressure on prices of basic necessities that people in various regions continue to feel. According to him, this activity is not just a temporary market operation, but part of state intervention to ensure that food, a basic right of citizens, remains affordable, especially for vulnerable groups. “Food price fluctuations cannot be read as a distribution problem, but also a reflection of poor upstream-downstream coordination in the national food sector. In the midst of the threat of climate change, global uncertainty and the dynamics of domestic production, the state must not be passive,” he explained. Therefore, Rajiv assured that Commission IV DPR RI will continue to oversee the national food policy so that it does not move away from the interests of the wider community. According to him, the success of the food sector is not only measured by surplus numbers, but by the extent to which people can access food at reasonable prices and of decent quality. “Food is a matter of justice. When food prices are out of control, what is threatened is not only people’s kitchens, but also the nation’s resilience,” he stressed. For this reason, Rajiv reminded that the direct presence of the government and all stakeholders in society through cheap food is a form of real alignment, as well as a sign that food stability is not left entirely to market mechanisms. “Through the cheap food movement, the central and regional governments must make it a sustainable policy model, not an accidental agenda,” he concluded. (anl/ega)

Jakarta – Riau Province is preparing to host the detikcom regional summit’s strategic forum. This event will bring together the central government, regional governments and business actors to formulate concrete steps to welcome 2026. With the grand theme ‘Earth Lancang Kuning welcomes 2026: Cooperation to build and protect the environment for progress’, this discussion highlights the importance of balance between the use of natural resources and environmental sustainability. This issue has become increasingly relevant considering the hydrometeorological disaster that hit neighboring areas in Sumatra at the end of last November. This series of agendas is scheduled to take place on Friday, December 19, 2025, from 14:00 WIB at the Ballroom of The Premiere Hotel Pekanbaru. About 200 participants, consisting of community leaders, business associations and investors, will attend the location. Scroll TO CONTENT The panel discussion session is the main highlight to look forward to at this event. Detikcom Editor-in-Chief Alfito Deannova Gintings will act as moderator to lead the discussion which will feature comprehensive collaboration between the government, security and financial sectors. The Minister of Interior, Tito Karnavian, is scheduled to attend to discuss the synchronization of central and regional strategic policies. Tito will highlight effective governance as the main foundation for regional economic independence. From the host’s side, Plt. The governor of Riau, SF Hariyanto, will explain the provincial government’s concrete steps in optimizing regional potential. The main focus includes increasing local primary income (PAD) as well as strategies to protect the environment as a long-term asset. The commitment to maintaining a conducive investment climate and the enforcement of environmental laws will be discussed by the Riau Regional Police Chief (Kapolda), Inspector General. Pol. Herry Heryawan. The role of the police is seen as essential in ensuring security stability and monitoring environmental policies in the Riau region prone to forestry issues. To complement the macroeconomic perspective, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Deposit Insurance Corporation (LPS), Farid Azhar Nasution, was also present on this panel. Farid will review the role of the banking and guarantee sector in supporting strong local economic growth. The detikcom regional summit forum is expected to be a starting point for good cooperation for district and city governments. The aim is that environmental conservation is not just a slogan, but a joint commitment to attract investment and boost Riau’s economy. (anl/ega)

South Tangerang – A total of 1,224 joint personnel have been deployed in Operation Lilin 2025 to guard the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year (Nataru) celebrations in South Tangerang. South Tangerang Police are ready to guard a safe and conducive Christmas celebration. This was conveyed by South Tangerang Police Chief AKBP Victor Inkiriwang after holding a Cross-Sectoral Coordination Meeting (Rakor) for the 2025 Lilin Operation. Present was the Vice Mayor of South Tangerang H. Pilar Saga Ichsan, Dandim 0506/Tangerang Colonel Inf. Ary Sutrisno and other stakeholders. “In this coordination meeting, we provided an overview of the security and social security situation in the jurisdiction of the South Tangerang Police. Next, we discussed it together so that we can take appropriate steps and policies to secure the security and social security situation by the end of 2025,” says Victor in his statement, Thursday (18/12/2025). Scroll to continue content Operation Lilin 2025 itself will be carried out for 14 days, from December 20, 2025 to January 2, 2026. This operation involves joint personnel consisting of elements of the National Police, TNI, Regional Government (Dishub, Satpol PP, Dinkes), Pokamthaymmas, Pokamthaymmas, Pokamthaibmas. The South Tangerang Police deployed 1,224 personnel in Operation Candle 2025 to ensure the Nataru celebrations. (dok.istimewa) Photo: South Tangerang Police deployed 1,224 personnel in Operation Candle 2025 to ensure the Nataru celebrations. (dok.istimewa) Victor added, in the South Tangerang area there are 208 security objects, including 107 places of worship (churches), 9 tourist attractions, 7 KAI stations, 1 terminal, 15 shopping malls/centers, as well as 69 places for New Year celebrations. The South Tangerang Police established 8 Security Posts (Pospam) and 1 Service Post (Posyan) and prepared 9 Integrated Security Posts adapted to the number of sub-districts in the jurisdiction of the South Tangerang Police. “Let’s give a quick response together to overcome various problems, especially regarding services to the community that will be celebrating the Christmas and New Year holidays,” he said. Vice Mayor of South Tangerang, H. Pilar Saga Ichsan, said that the South Tangerang City Government is ready to support the Police and Kodim to anticipate various potential disturbances of Public Order and Order during Nataru, such as fighting, distribution of liquor and distribution of drugs which have been well handled so far. He also emphasized the importance of being aware of possible acts of terrorism and radicalism. This is done so that people can celebrate the Christmas season with a sense of security, comfort and joy. (wnv/mea)

Communications Associate, Sitamarhi. There was an atmosphere of happiness in the political and social circles of the entire state, including the district, when Dr. Ranju Geeta, former minister of Bihar government, has been appointed the convener of JDU’s women’s cell. The party leadership entrusting him with this important responsibility is seen as proof of his long political experience, efficiency and organizational ability. At the event, former minister Dr. Ranju Geeta expressed her sincere gratitude and gratitude to the top leadership of the party including Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, National Working President of the party Sanjay Kumar Jha, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh, State President Umesh Singh Kushwaha, Former State Working President Lalan Sharaf, Sanjay Gandhi. The former minister said that she will try to fulfill the trust reposed in her by the party leadership with full commitment, dedication and honesty. She said that the further strengthening of women’s empowerment, connecting women with the organization and the further strengthening of JDU at the grassroots level will be her priority, for which she will remain constantly active. On this appointment, JDU leader Dr. Iqra Ali Khan, JDU leader Mohd. Basharat Karim Gulab and former block president of JDU from Pupri block Mohd. Expressing his happiness, Zafarullah Khan said that this appointment is a step to give new energy to the women’s organization. He expressed hope that this would strengthen the party in times to come and that the women’s organization would play a more effective role.

By Neeraj Ambastha Edited by: Kanchan Singh Updated: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 08:25 (IST) Medical University in Jharkhand to open soon in Panchayati Raj Institute in Brambe, Ranchi. Health Minister Irfan Ansari and Additional Chief Secretary Ajay Kuma … read more Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari and Additional Chief Secretary Ajay Kumar Singh inspect the site for Jharkhand University of Health Sciences. State Bureau, Ranchi. Medical University (Jharkhand University of Health Sciences) will soon come up in the state. This university, which is being established for the first time after the formation of the state, will function under the temporary arrangement at the Panchayati Raj Institute in Brambe, Ranchi. Remove advertisement Just read the news This complex spread over 67 acres of land belongs to the Panchayati Raj division, in which structures are built on 45 acres of land. Of these, there are 45 small and large buildings that will be renovated and the university will operate under temporary arrangements. Health Minister Irfan Ansari and Additional Chief Secretary of the department Ajay Kumar Singh visited this complex on Thursday. Both agreed to operate the university here temporarily. After the site visit, the minister said that the chief minister will soon inaugurate the university here. Land is marked for a permanent building. During the on-site inspection, the Additional Chief Secretary told the Minister that the land at Rinpass of Kanke is suitable for a permanent building. The minister said that this university should have been established with the formation of the state, but it could not be established yet. Central University temporarily operated here. Earlier, the Central University was functioning temporarily in the Panchayati Raj Institute of Brambe. Later his permanent building was built in Manatu. Since a university was in progress in the past, it is considered suitable for a medical university. During the on-site inspection, the minister asked the local people if there would be any disturbance due to the establishment of a medical university here? On this, the local people requested to run a university here and said that it does not look good that it is currently abandoned. There was no disturbance here during the functioning of the Central University. The governor himself approved the bill on April 11. Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar himself approved the Jharkhand Health Sciences University Act, 2023 on April 11 this year. It has also been notified as a law. The Chief Minister will be the Chancellor of the University. The Chief Minister of the State shall be the Chancellor of this University. As Chancellor, the Chief Minister will appoint the Vice-Chancellor of the University from the panel provided by the Search Committee. However, the vice chancellor will be appointed by the state government for the first time. 500 medical related institutions will be affiliated to it. Jharkhand Health Sciences University will have jurisdiction over the entire Jharkhand. All medical colleges, institutions offering courses in AYUSH, Pharmacy, Para Medical, Nursing etc. offer will get affiliation from this university. According to the Additional Chief Secretary, there are around 500 such institutions. The vice chancellor will be appointed soon. The Vice-Chancellor will soon be appointed for this university and all the necessary processes can be completed for the operation of the university. Only a person who is an educationist with experience in the field of medical and health science education or a reputed doctor or has experience in human resource development with an academic background in health medical sciences will be appointed to the post of Vice-Chancellor. The appointment of the Vice-Chancellor will be for three years. These will be the objectives of the University. The objectives of the University include creating centers and institutions of excellence in health sciences, promoting teaching and research in various branches of health sciences, establishing uniformity in the standards of education in areas such as modern medicine, speech therapy, Ayurveda and health economics, etc.

Updated: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 09:07 (IST) The Delhi High Court, showing severe severity to a serial petitioner, imposed a fine of Rs 50 thousand on the petition of illegal construction. The court ordered the petitioner to … read more Symbolic picture. Jagran Correspondent, New Delhi. The Delhi High Court imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on the petitioner, who had filed several petitions on illegal construction, as a serial petitioner. Allegation of illegal construction in various properties: Dismissing the petition of the petitioner Hardeep Singh Hanspal, the bench of Justice Mini Pushkarna took on record that this is the fifth petition filed by the petitioner and it had alleged illegal construction in various properties even though he had no direct connection with it. The bench also said that the petitioner has already filed many such petitions but is not pursuing the matter later. Remove Advertisement Read Only News No such petition will be considered: Court The court said that after the filing of the petitions, the petitioners do not insist on the ground that the owners and tenants of the said property have themselves initiated action to remove the illegal construction. The bench said that the intention and purpose of filing petitions should be noble. The petition cannot be filed with any hidden agenda or for self interest. This Court will not entertain any petition filed for extraneous or selfish purposes. In the case of illegal construction in Rohini Sector-15, the bench imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on the petitioner and directed to deposit the said amount in the account of Delhi High Court Bar Association within four weeks. Also directed the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to take action against illegal construction. The petitioner filed a petition against illegal construction in Rohini Sector-15.

Jagran Correspondent, Badaun. Under the strict policy adopted by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath to protect the interests of farmers in the state, the fertilizer mafia is intensifying in the district. Two days ago, the CM gave instructions on black marketing of fertilizers. Since then, raids on shops in the district have continued. On Thursday also, under the leadership of District Agriculture Officer Manoj Rawat, raids were conducted in fertilizer shops in various areas including Ujhani, Muzaria, Jyoparwala, Bitroi, Kachla, Nankheda, Bhadraul. During the raid, a total of four fertilizer samples were collected for testing on suspicion of violation of rules. District Agriculture Officer Manoj Rawat said that two samples were taken from Khushhali Kisan Seva Kendra, Muzaria, one sample from Rajput Fertilizer Shop, Jyoparwala and one sample from Gupta Fertilizer Seed and Pesticide Shop, Palia Pukhta. All the samples have been sent to the laboratory, after the report of which further action will be taken. During the inspection, the owner of Durga Khad Bhandar located at Jyoparwala closed the shop and fled from the spot. If we take it seriously, the process of suspending the license of the seller concerned has been initiated. District Agriculture Officer Manoj Rawat explained that there is no shortage of fertilizers in the cooperative and private sector in the district. The department is fully alert to supply fertilizers to the farmers on time. He said so far in the 2025-26 financial year, 30 licenses have been canceled or suspended as part of enforcement action. Apart from this, cases have been filed against 7 sellers under the Pesticides Act 1968, while FIR has been filed against 9 people under Section 3/7 of the Essential Commodities Act in cases of irregularities in the distribution of fertilizers. He said that supply of high quality seeds, fertilizers and pesticides to the farmers is the top priority of the department and intensive inspection campaign will continue in the future as well. At present there is sufficient fertilizer available in the district.