Disaster Response: BNPB has started direct aid assessments in hard-to-reach East Nusa Tenggara villages after the 7.7 quake, including checks in Kuwus (West Manggarai) where many residents reportedly received no help; teams found heavy home damage and displacement, with access still a major hurdle. Emergency Medical Capacity: The Health Ministry is preparing six helicopter air ambulances for rapid evacuations in Indonesia’s remote 3T regions, building on lessons from the NTT earthquake response, plus two mobile field hospitals for on-site surgery. Travel Safety & Disruption: Indonesia’s Geological Agency says the smoke seen on Mount Raung is from a land fire, not an eruption, and keeps the volcano at Level II while urging people to avoid the 3 km crater area. Tourism & Culture: Apurva Kempinski Bali launched the “Powerful Indonesia Festival 2026” celebrating maritime heritage and the country’s 81st Independence Day with art, talks, and performances. Hospitality Business: Fusion Hotel Group is integrating Ayola and Odua brands into its portfolio, keeping guest-facing identities while upgrading systems and distribution. International Travel/Entry: Indonesia deported a Palestinian and a Nigerian national for immigration and document violations. Bali Visitor Incident: A Perth father, Paul Dougan, died after an alleged assault in a Kuta bar, following major injuries and surgeries. Diplomacy: FM Sugiono will visit Australia and New Zealand for defense and regional security talks.