BaliBali Immigration Detention Center Transfers 10 Foreign Nationals to KupangBali’s Denpasar Immigration Detention Center transferred 10 foreign nationals to Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, on October 14, 2026. The group comprised seven immigration overstay violators and three detainees linked to public order incidents.Oct 15, 2026·1 reads
Bali VoicesBali Voices : Bali Fuel Shortage, IWO Suspects Repeat Purchases and Possible Involvement of Gas Station StaffBali's Pertalite and Pertamax shortage has entered its fourth day, with long queues and traffic congestion reported across Denpasar and Badung. IWO Bali has raised allegations of repeated fuel purchases for resale at inflated prices and possible irregularities involving gas station personnel, urging Pertamina to investigate and strengthen distribution oversight.Oct 15, 2026·4 reads
Bali VoicesBali Voices : IWO Bali, Public Frustrated as Pertamina Faces Calls for Action Over Fuel ShortagesIWO Bali has urged Pertamina to take immediate action to resolve fuel shortages across Bali, following long queues at petrol stations and disruptions to residents' daily activities. Journalist Ayu Afria UE said she missed a reporting assignment after visiting four petrol stations in search of fuel.Oct 14, 2026·7 reads
LawFreed After 28 Days in Detention, Former Bali BPN Chief Reports I Made Tarip to PoliceFormer Bali BPN chief I Made Daging filed a police report against I Made Tarip and fellow guardians of Pura Dalem Balangan over the alleged use of disputed land documents, shortly after being released from 28 days of detention.Oct 14, 2026·2 reads
BaliMade Daging Awaits Bali Pretrial Ruling, Lawyer Challenges Judge to Show CourageLawyers for former Bali BPN chief I Made Daging have challenged the Denpasar District Court judge to demonstrate judicial courage in ruling on their client's pretrial motion against his suspect designation and detention. The defense alleges procedural irregularities and calls for progressive legal interpretation, while the Bali Police rejects the claims. The ruling is scheduled for October 13, 2026.Oct 12, 2026·1 reads
EnvironmentBali Environmental Activists Warn of Risks from Celukan Bawang Gas Power Plant and Pesanggaran LNG ProjectEnvironmental activists in Bali have raised concerns about the planned Celukan Bawang gas power plant in Buleleng and the proposed Pesanggaran LNG project in South Denpasar. Through a documentary screening in Denpasar, they called for greater government transparency and comprehensive environmental assessments to address potential risks to coral reefs, fishing communities, and dolphin habitats in North Bali.Oct 11, 2026·48 reads
BaliTwo Iranian Nationals Deported from Bali After Viral Alleged Rp800,000 Theft Using Hypnosis TacticTwo Iranian nationals, an uncle and nephew aged 47 and 71, were deported from Bali to Iran on October 9, 2026, following a viral alleged theft case involving Rp800,000 at Bajera Market, Tabanan. Both were also placed on Indonesia’s immigration blacklist.Oct 10, 2026·2 reads
BaliTwo Men Arrested in Denpasar Timur for Allegedly Assaulting 17-Year-Old BoyTwo men aged 21 and 23 have been arrested by Denpasar Timur Police over the alleged group assault of a 17-year-old boy in East Denpasar, Bali. The incident reportedly followed a confrontation after the suspects revved their motorcycle and the victim shouted at them. Police said one suspect punched the victim, while the other allegedly struck his head with a motorcycle key. Investigators seized CCTV footage, a bloodstained shirt, and the motorcycle key as evidence.Oct 10, 2026·1 reads
LawBali Land Dispute: Legal Experts Question I Made Daging’s Arrest and Detention ProceduresThree legal experts testified at the Denpasar District Court on October 9, 2026, during the pretrial review of former Bali BPN chief I Made Daging in the Pura Dalem Balangan land dispute. Criminal law expert Prof. Dr. Suparji Ahmad questioned the legal basis for the suspect designation and detention, while lawyer Gede Pasek Suardika challenged the repeated reports involving the same case. The court is scheduled to proceed to the pretrial ruling.Oct 10, 2026·2 reads
TourismASITA Bali to Reposition Tourism Future Through 2026 Regional ConferenceASITA Bali’s MUSDA XV on October 16, 2026, will focus on repositioning Bali’s tourism future through more balanced destination development, stronger regulatory enforcement, and greater opportunities for local businesses.Oct 08, 2026·1 reads
The DeskBali Moves to Improve Pig Supply Chain to Meet Tourism Industry DemandBali is moving to improve its pig supply chain from farming and slaughtering to distribution and waste management. The initiative aims to raise local pork quality, meet hotel and restaurant standards, expand market access for traditional farmers, and strengthen Bali’s role in the pork industry.Oct 08, 2026·5 reads
LawI Made Daging Challenges Suspect Status and Detention in Bali Pretrial HearingThe pretrial hearing involving former Head of the Bali Regional Office of the National Land Agency (BPN), I Made Daging, continued at the Kartika Courtroom of the Denpasar District Court on Thursday, October 8, 2026.Oct 08, 2026·1 reads
