Pajau Media April 1, 2026 Military Council troops are advancing in large numbers toward Kathar and Indaw, located along the border between Kachin and Sagaing regions, according to sources. The Military Council is reportedly carrying out a large-scale attack on Myat Taung village in Hti Gyaing Township, which is under the control of resistance forces. At the same time, they are continuing attacks toward Kathar and Indaw towns. In Kathar, heavy fighting has been ongoing between

Pajau Media April 1, 2026 Following an announcement by the military council urging fuel conservation stating that fuel-powered vehicles should not go out every Wednesday and that all office staff should work from home, authorities have begun arresting fuel-powered vehicles traveling within Myitkyina today, according to local sources. In front of the railway station compound, near KBZ Bank, armed police officers are reportedly waiting in private cars to monitor and arrest vehi

Pajau Media March 31, 2026 Myanmar National Airlines (MNA) has announced that it will revise baggage weight allowances for both domestic and international flights, effective from April 1. The changes are reportedly aimed at ensuring on-time flight operations and preventing cancellations for both domestic and international routes, due to the current challenges in aviation fuel supply. Under the new regulations set by Myanmar National Airlines (MNA), for domestic flights, the b

Pajau Media March 31, 2026 Due to rising fuel prices, residents in Putao and Naungmon townships who rely on hill and flatland farming are reportedly facing increasing difficulties. Since early March, the price of fuel has surged to between 12,000 and 15,000 kyats per bottle. As the farming season approaches, local farmers say they are worried about their ability to carry out agricultural activities. As a result, although it is time to begin farming, many residents are unable

Pajau Media March 31, 2026 Yesterday, March 30, coup leader Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, who was nominated as Vice President by the Pyithu Hluttaw, won the election. For the Amyotha Hluttaw, Daw Nan Ni Ni Aye from the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP) secured victory. In today’s Vice Presidential vote held in Naypyidaw by the Pyithu Hluttaw, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing received 247 votes, while Dr. Kyaw Swe received 10 votes. As a result, coup leader Senior

Pajau Media March 30, 2026 The Committee Representing the Pyidaungsu Hluttaw (CRPH) announced today (March 30) that U Htay Ngwe has been additionally appointed as Deputy Minister in the Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration under the National Unity Government (NUG). During the CRPH’s regular coordination meeting No. (13/2026) held today, the appointment of U Htay Ngwe as Deputy Minister was approved, and he officially took an oath before the committee, according to the sta

Pajau Media March 30, 2026 A total of 9 clashes occurred within one week across the Bhamaw. Waimaw, and Hpakant frontlines in Kachin State, according to a statement released by the KIA Information and Public Relations Department. During the week, military council forces carried out daily attacks in the Bhamaw, Waimaw, and Hpakant frontlines using aircraft, drones, and heavy weapons. They conducted more than 17 airstrikes, over 31 drone bomb attacks, and more than 197 heavy ar

Pajau Media March 30, 2026 At the Presidential Electoral meeting of the Amyotha Hluttaw (Upper House) held this morning, Dr. Manam Tu Ja, an Amyotha Hluttaw representative from Kachin State, and Daw Nan Ni Ni Aye, a State Hluttaw representative from Karen State, were nominated as vice presidential candidates. Dr. Manam Tu Ja is the Chairman of the Kachin State People’s Party (KSPP), while Daw Nan Ni Ni Aye is from the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP). In addition

Pajau Media March 28, 2026 Due to the sharp increase in fuel prices, transportation fares between Myitkyina and Putao have risen up to 300,000 kyats, according to local drivers. Before the fuel price hike, fares for the Myitkyina-Putao route were around 200,000 kyats per passenger for back seats and 250,000 kyats for front seats. However, fares have increased again due to rising fuel costs, a driver explained. “The fare to Putao has gone up. It’s unavoidable because fuel pric

Pajau Media 27 March 2026 Over the past three months, due to aerial attacks by the military commission, a total of 208 people nationwide; 105 women and 103 men have died, according to the National Assistance and Care Association. Among them, 36 were children under 18 years old. Sagaing Region recorded the highest number of deaths with 69, followed by Rakhine State with 45. Additionally, due to heavy artillery fire by the military commission, a total of 37 people, 21 women and

Pajau Media March 27, 2026 In Kathar town, located on the border of Kachin and Sagaing, fighting between the two sides continues to intensify. According to sources, thousands of local residents remain trapped as the military has blocked all entry and exit routes to the town. Currently, clashes are ongoing in areas surrounding Kathar, and airstrikes by the military have also been reported. While local civilians are attempting to flee, many remain stranded in the town due to th

Pajau Media March 27, 2026 In Myitkyina, Kachin State, fuel powered vehicles, including cars and motorcycles, have been banned from operating every Wednesday. According to local residents, those who fail to comply with the regulation will face arrest and legal action. On Wednesday, March 25, authorities conducted a trial phase by stopping and detaining fuel-powered vehicles traveling within Myitkyina. Drivers were taken to Police Station No. (1), where they received warning a

Pajau Media March 26, 2026 Although the Kachin Independence Organization (KIO) has issued an order banning gold mining in Shwegu Township, local sources says that gold mining activities are still ongoing. The KIO government announced on February 6 that gold mining along the Ayeyarwady River in Shwegu Township is prohibited. However, the military junta reinstated permission for gold mining starting from the last week of February. In addition, local sources report that urban bu

Pajau Media March 26, 2026 Due to fuel shortages and a sharp increase in fuel prices, transportation fares between Myitkyina and Mandalay have also risen, according to local sources. On the Myitkyina-Mandalay route, fares vary depending on the direction of travel and the type of vehicle. Travelers say that ticket prices now range from 250,000 kyats to 500,000 kyats per person. Currently, fuel prices across the country, including in Myitkyina, are on the rise. This is attribut

Pajau Media March 25, 2026 Although the Ministry of Transport and Communications has announced that key airports, including Myitkyina Airport and Putao Airport, would resume operations starting from March 25, ticket sales in Myitkyina remain suspended, and no flights have resumed yet, according to our sources. Due to transportation difficulties, flights were scheduled to resume with priority from March 25 to cities where air travel is essential, including Putao, Myitkyina, Ke

Pajau Media March 25, 2026 In Myanmar, due to fuel shortages, some express delivery services are no longer allowing the transportation of items weighing more than 5 kilograms or packages larger than one cubic foot, according to online sellers. At present, due to the fuel crisis, deliveries must be carried out by bicycle. As a result, transporting items weighing more than 5 kilograms has become difficult, and only packages up to 5 kilograms are now permitted for delivery. “I c

Pajau Media March 25, 2026 Internally displaced persons (IDPs) taking shelter in Shwegu Township, Bhamaw District, are facing increasing difficulties in their livelihoods and accommodation as the displacement period becomes prolonged, according to the displaced people. The IDPs currently in Shwegu Township are local residents who fled from areas such as Bhamaw, Mansi, and Momauk. They are staying in monasteries, within 13 religious compound areas, in relatives’ homes, as well

Pajau Media March 24, 2026 A scrap shop located in Aye Mya Tharya Ward, Myitkyina, was destroyed by fire at around 1:00 AM today, March 24, according to sources. The shop, located in Aye Mya Tharya Ward (5), was engaged in buying and selling scrap materials such as iron, cans, and empty containers. Local residents stated that the fire may have been caused by an electrical short circuit. The fire was extinguished by firefighters, social assistance groups, and local residents.

Pajau Media March 24, 2026 Military Council (SAC) forces are reinforcing their troops on the Waimaw frontline, within the territory of KIA Brigade (5), Battalion (3), according to frontline sources. Since around 2:00 PM on March 20, SAC forces have been deploying reinforcements along the road between Mai Na-Man Pya Hill and Nawng Hkying village, using four military trucks and additional troops advancing on foot. Clashes between the Military Council forces and joint KIA allied

Pajau Media March 24, 2026 According to the KIA News and Information Department, five battles took place within a week on the battlefronts of Bhamaw, Waimaw, and Hpakant in Kachin State. From March 15 to March 21, the military commission troops reportedly carried out daily attacks using aircraft, drones, and heavy weapons on the Bhamaw, Waimaw, and Hpakant battlefronts. Additionally, over the week, the military commission troops conducted more than 18 aerial bombings, 18 dron