In Mawlamyine city, Mon State, a small storm that struck on the evening of September 28 caused damage to some pagodas, as well as fallen trees crushing houses, blocking roads, and power lines being cut, according to the
Malaysia began the process of deporting around 1,500 Myanmar nationals on Tuesday as part of a refugee repatriation programme, defying objections from the United Nations and dozens of human rights groups. The deportatio
At least 49 people have been killed and 58 others injured—22 critically—following dual airstrikes by the Myanmar Air Force on a crowded public market and bridge in Arakan State’s Kyauktaw Township on Monday. Updated casu
Ayeyarwaddy Times September 28 More than ten people have died and several are missing due to floods and landslides in four townships within Dawei District, Tanintharyi Region, local residents reported. Heavy rains have b
Ayeyarwaddy Times, September 28 In India's northern Uttar Pradesh state, heavy rains and flooding have occurred for consecutive days, resulting in the deaths of 62 people, as authorities announced on Monday, September 28
Ayeyarwaddy Times September 28 The current tropical storm is crossing near the Gulf of Mottama, prompting a Red Alert, and is expected to continue crossing Mon State, Yangon Region, Bago Region, and Magway Region, accord
Today’s young people will become the leaders of tomorrow. They will shoulder responsibilities for their families, their communities, and their countries. Young people are the new generation that will carry the responsibi
A micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) cluster is a network of micro, small, and medium enterprises operating within the same region or industry. By sharing a location and focusing on similar or complementary produ
AYEYARWADDY TIMES September 28 The Myanmar military junta launched airstrikes using jet fighters on Kyauk Taw and Ngapali in Thandwe Township, Rakhine State, today, September 28, in the afternoon. As a result, 33 civilia
The government of Myanmar is carrying out the prevention and control of the dangers posed by narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances as a national responsibility. In 2025, more than K4.285 billion was confiscated as p
THE Department of Rural Development conducted a field inspection on 26 September to review the progress of an ongoing water pipeline installation project in Namhoolwelka Village, Tangyan Township, Shan State (North). Tan
THE Ministry of Electricity and Energy is facilitating the purchase of up to 15 litres of fuel per day for farmers to operate agricultural machinery, according to the ministry.,Farmers are also allowed to purchase up to
DISCUSSIONS were held on the resumption of bilateral maritime trade, taxation matters and consultative meetings between Myanmar and Bangladesh, according to reports. The meeting took place at the One-Stop Building of the
ACCORDING to the Myanmar Automobile Manufacturer and Distributor Association, car prices have risen as demand in the domestic auto market slightly outweighs supply. The association said the surge in demand stems from the
A newly opened cargo inspection station at the entrance to Myitkyina processed 61 import and export trucks carrying commodities valued at over US$2.667 million between 1 and 25 September. Established on 29 August to curb
ONE of monthly events of the Japan Foundation, Yangon (JFYG), the 6th Hakken programme, which is designed for those who are going to Japan can explore Japan’s daily life and culture, has been scheduled to be held on 1 October. Under the title “if you are sick in Japan”, this time will share helpful tips on how you can do when you feel sick in Japan and how you can manage your daily life in Japan and know their culture, in both Myanmar and Japanese languages. All Japanese language learners from beginners to advanced level are eligible to join the event which is set from 10:00 am to 11:30 am at JFYG in Bahan Township, Yangon. It is free entry and interested participants can register to https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx? id=oy_HkJxhhky73GK1b_fZOcWtO0v6BiJKvnO6c8nsHvxUMURVRzkzQ09MQkE4QkRQOUtLVE81VTBPUCQlQCNjPTEkJUAjdD1n&route=shorturl) Microsoft Form. — MT/ZS Hakken programme is advertised.
The National League for Democracy (NLD) has issued a statement declaring that building a democratic federal union, which guarantees a people's will-based democracy, human rights and the rule of law, equality among variou
ALL 6,775 acres of green gram planted during the monsoon crop season in Pwintbyu Township, Magway Region, have been harvested, with an average yield of 19.45 baskets per acre, according to the Township Agriculture Depart
THE Embassy of India in Yangon, in cooperation with the Government of Myanmar and with the support of Indian community organizations, enthusiastically organized the five-kilometre “Viksit Bharat Run-2026” yesterday morni
WITH the objective of enabling monks to pursue the study of Pariyatti scriptures peacefully and without difficulty, Rector Sayadaw Dr Nandamãlãbhivam-sa offered Waso robes on 26 September, out of loving-kindness, to 6,53
OFFICIALS conducted a field inspection yesterday morning to review the implementation of the ‘Mya Sein Yaung’ (MSY) Village Project in East Kyintha Village, Mahlaing Township, Mandalay Region. The project, managed by the
Ayeyarwaddy Times September 28 It has been reported that LISA, a Thai artist from the world-renowned K-pop group BLACKPINK, has won the Best Pop award for her song "Dream" at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) held i
MORE than 68,000 acres of paddy have been planted in Pwintbyu Township, Magway Region, during the current monsoon crop season, with efforts under way to meet the cultivation target of 70,033 acres, according to the Towns
DUE to torrential rainfall that began on 26 September in Dawei Township, some roads in Dawei have been flooded and inundated Under the leadership of the regional government, relief and rescue operations, as well as the p
BAGO Region Chief Minister U Myo Swe Win called for checkpoints to effectively combat illegal trade, prevent the entry of narcotics and other restricted items, and ensure security while allowing travellers and legally au
A mobile medical team comprising specialist physicians from the Nay Pyi Taw Medical Services Department provided medical treatment to local residents on 26 September at Taungnyo Station Hospital in Ottarathiri Township,
THE two-day Kayin State Peace and Development Forum 2026 concluded yesterday at Zwekabin Hall in Hpa-an, following opening sessions held at the Kayin State Youth Centre. Councillor of the Union Consultative Council Mahn
MYANMAR held a ceremony to mark World Tourism Day 2026 at the Myanmar International Convention Centre-I (MICC-I) in Nay Pyi Taw yesterday, with Vice-President Nan Ni Ni Aye, Chairperson of the National Committee for Tour
THE Department of Rural Road Development under the Ministry of Cooperatives and Rural Development is implementing regional development projects in Hopong and Hsihseng townships of the Pa-O Self-Administered Zone in south
RELEASING hot-air balloons, a traditional cultural heritage of Myanmar, is held annually in the country. Preparations and trial launches are currently under way for the first-ever release of 30,000 hot-air balloons in th
RECONSTRUCTION of staff housing damaged by the Mandalay earthquake in the Nay Pyi Taw Council Area is moving forward rapidly, with 293 buildings comprising 4,668 units currently underway. Union Minister for Construction
THE “Myanmar Traditional Festival Market”, where visitors can explore Myanmar’s traditional cultural heritage, foods, handicrafts and performing arts all in one place, will be held for three days from 6 to 8 November at
President of the Republic of the Union of Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing inspected Dagon University, University of Medicine 1 and Yangon University (Hline Campus) in Yangon Region yesterday morning. At the railway station of
The Kayah State Government is placing emphasis on implementing regional development projects. In this regard, Kayah State Chief Minister U Ant Maw, accompanied by members of State Government, inspected the construction o
The Shwe Yin Aye Hotel in Thiri Khay Mar Ward, Bahan Township, Yangon Region, is being prosecuted in accordance with the law after an investigation revealed it was stealing electricity, the Ministry of Electricity and En