Central Java Incidents
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A police officer in Central Java has been detained for allegedly torturing his wife with acid. Separately, the Central Java Governor plans to close loss-making regional firms and has attributed widespread road damage to rain amid public complaints.
Central Java Has Excess Power, Walhi Questions Urgency of Mount Ungaran Geothermal Project
A geothermal permit for Mount Ungaran has drawn criticism from Walhi because Central Java and Yogyakarta already have far more electricity capacity than they use. The environmental group says the project risks prioritizing investment over an immediate public need. Walhi Central Java deputy director Nur Cholis cited 2025 data from PLN’s Central Java and Yogyakarta regional unit. The system has abou…
Residents oppose Mount Ungaran geothermal project as Central Java lawmakers seek answers
A planned geothermal project at Mount Ungaran has drawn opposition from local residents, prompting Central Java lawmakers to seek a detailed explanation from the national government. Nur Saadah, head …
Gunung Ungaran Geothermal Project Faces Opposition as Central Java Lawmakers Seek Answers
A planned geothermal project on Mount Ungaran has drawn opposition from residents who fear it could damage the surrounding environment. Central Java lawmakers now say they will seek detailed answers f…
Indonesian Basketball Body Bans Central Java Coach for 10 Years Over Violence
Indonesia’s basketball federation has imposed a 10-year suspension on a Central Java coach over violence against a player, marking a firm disciplinary response from the sport’s national body. The deci…