The Marketing Director of PT Asuransi Jasa Raharja, Putera Imam Hendrawan, stated that more than 70% of road traffic accidents in Indonesia involve young people who are still in their productive years. “In Indonesia, about 70% of traffic accident causes and victims are young people,” said Hendrawan during the symbolic handover of road safety equipment […]
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) and the Kulon Progo Regency Government have agreed to collaborate on the development of premium melon cultivation. The seedling and cultivation initiatives are expected to boost the local economy and improve farmers’ welfare. This initiative was discussed during a coordination meeting between UGM’s Director of Research, Professor Mirwan Ushada, and the […]
Four students from the Faculty of Economics and Business at Universitas Gadjah Mada (FEB UGM), competing as Tim Jaya Consulting, successfully secured the title of 1st Runner-Up in the HSBC Indonesia Business Case Competition 2025. The prestigious event, held in Jakarta from Apr. 26–29, 2025, brought together 24 teams from leading universities across Indonesia. Tim […]
Circus performances have long been a source of entertainment for audiences of all ages. These shows often result from rigorous and disciplined training carried out well in advance to ensure an engaging and polished experience for viewers. However, behind the spectacle and laughter lies a lesser-known issue: child exploitation in the circus world, which can […]
The proposal to centralize authority over civil servant (ASN) transfers, shifting this power from local governments to the central government through a revision of the ASN Bill, has sparked debate. Critics argue that the move would grant the central government excessive control over regional administration. Public policy expert at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), Dr. Subarsono, […]
Students from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FMIPA UGM), have made a proud achievement. The UGM Young Begawan Actuarial Team, comprising Mohammad Firdaus, Rafael, Victor, Dewa Ayu, and Enricko, won second place in the 2025 SOA Research Institute Student Research Case Study Challenge on Friday (May 2). This global competition […]
Indonesia holds significant potential in geothermal energy as a clean and renewable energy source, particularly on Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). According to data from the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Flores has over 30 geothermal prospects with a total capacity of around 900 megawatts. Since 2017, Flores has even earned the […]
West Java Governor Dedi Mulyadi recently proposed a controversial policy to require vasectomy as a prerequisite for receiving social assistance. The proposal has drawn sharp criticism from various groups. Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) economist Dr. Wisnu Setiadi Nugroho stated that making vasectomy a requirement for social aid is highly inappropriate and inherently discriminatory. According to […]
The growing number of proposals for establishing new special regions or administrative authorities in Indonesia has drawn public attention and sparked discussion among legislators. According to an expert, such proposals warrant deeper evaluation as they may not necessarily improve governance or enhance public welfare. On the contrary, they may be motivated by the political ambitions […]
A series of food poisoning incidents linked to the Free Nutritious Meal (MBG) program have occurred in several regions. In Cianjur, dozens of students were rushed to the hospital after experiencing symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting after consuming MBG meals. Similar incidents were reported in Bombana, Southeast Sulawesi, where the head of the […]
