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This page covers local news and public updates from Gianyar Regency, Bali. Reporting focuses on cultural events, community activities, travel-related information, and public safety matters in areas including Ubud and surrounding districts.
Mar. 20, 2026
A United States national identified by the initials KAA was secured by Sukawati Police officers and local pecalang (traditional security personnel) after being found walking outside during Nyepi Day on Thursday (March 19, 2026).
Mar. 18, 2026
The Russian Embassy in Indonesia has responded to a recent drug laboratory case in Bali involving Russian nationals, emphasizing its commitment to supporting law enforcement and anti-narcotics efforts.
Mar. 15, 2026
Local authorities in Gianyar secured a foreign national following a disturbance at a villa in Ubud early Wednesday morning (March 11), after reports that the individual was behaving uncontrollably and causing concern among nearby residents.
Mar. 12, 2026
The tourism industry in Gianyar Regency is facing a challenging low season this year, with hotel occupancy rates declining amid ongoing global uncertainty.
Mar. 8, 2026
A New Zealand national was found dead inside a guest house room in Ubud, Gianyar Regency, on Sunday (March 8) morning, according to local police.
Mar. 8, 2026
Indonesian lawmaker Nyoman Parta has urged villa and tourism accommodation owners in Bali to strengthen monitoring of their properties following the recent discovery of a clandestine drug laboratory operated by foreign nationals in Gianyar.
Mar. 8, 2026
Indonesian authorities have revealed further details about two Russian nationals arrested in connection with a clandestine drug laboratory producing Mephedrone in Gianyar, Bali, including their roles and backgrounds within the operation.
Mar. 7, 2026
Indonesian authorities have dismantled an illegal drug laboratory producing the synthetic narcotic Mephedrone inside a luxury villa in Gianyar, Bali, following a multi-agency investigation targeting an international drug network.
Mar. 6, 2026
Indonesian authorities have uncovered a suspected clandestine laboratory producing synthetic narcotics inside a villa in Gianyar Regency, Bali, leading to the arrest of a Russian national.
Mar. 6, 2026
A Russian surfer was rescued by a local fisherman after drifting at sea for nearly 20 hours in waters off Bali following strong waves earlier this week.
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