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

Pajau Media March 23, 2026 Fierce clashes are ongoing in Kathar town, located on the border between Kachin State and Sagaing Region, between the military council and resistance forces, according to sources. From March 19 to today, March 23, intense fighting has been taking place around Light Infantry Battalion (309), based in Kathar, and in the surrounding areas near Thaphan Kai village. During the clashes, the military council has been carrying out ground offensives as well

Pajau Media March 23, 2026 Along with the decline in global gold prices, Myanmar’s domestic gold prices have also fallen below 10 million kyats this morning, according to the gold market. Based on market prices this morning, 16-pae (high-purity) gold is being sold at around 9.9 million kyats per tical, with a buying price of around 9.8 million kyats. Meanwhile, 15-pae gold is being sold at around 9.8 million kyats per tical, with a buying price of around 9.7 million kyats, sh

Pajau Media March 23, 2026 As the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran in the Middle East continues over time, fuel shortages are worsening. Like other countries it has hit Myanmar as well. In Myitkyina, Kachin State, fuel prices have risen again in recent days, according to local sources. In Myitkyina, fuel prices, which were around 9,500 kyats per liter last week, have sharply increased to 11,500 kyats per liter in recent days. Currently, fuel prices across

Pajau Media March 23, 2026 Due to the global energy crisis caused by the ongoing conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, government office/department employees are required to work from home every Wednesday in order to conserve fuel, according to a statement released yesterday, March 22, by the State Administration Council’s information team.

Pajau Media 21 March 2026 In the KIA’s No. (3) Brigade area, the Bhamaw front, clashes have occurred as the military commission troops launched an offensive, resulting in engagements with KIA allied forces, and military tensions remain high. On the morning of 20 March, clashes reportedly occurred when the military commission troops launched an offensive with full military strength. Previously, at around 7 PM on 19 March, KIA allied forces positions were also attacked by the m

Pajau Media 20 March 2026 Due to the new passport law issued by the Myanmar military council, Myanmar citizens working abroad and those intending to apply for passports are feeling anxious and worried. On 18 March, the military council enacted a new law regarding passports, stipulating that anyone applying for a passport must have a personal identification certificate (UID) to be eligible to submit their application. Because of this new passport law, Myanmar citizens planning

Pajau Media March 19, 2026 Due to heavy rainfall in early March, sections of the Putao-Hkawng Lang Hpu road in Putao District have collapsed and been further damaged, causing transportation difficulties for local residents, according to sources. The Putao-Hkawng Lan Hpu road had already suffered severe damage during last year’s rainy season due to heavy rains. Although responsible authorities carried out minor repairs, the road collapsed again following rainfall in early Marc

Pajau Media March 19, 2026 Due to the continuous rise in fuel prices across Myanmar, highway bus ticket prices have increased more than before, according to statements from passengers. Vehicle operators have estimated that if fuel prices continue to rise, highway bus ticket prices may increase further. As ticket prices continue to climb, travelers are facing growing difficulties in covering transportation costs. At present, a bus ticket from Myitkyina to Mandalay has reached

Pajau Media March 18, 2026 At the first regular session of the third term Amyotha Hluttaw (Upper House), held this morning on March 18, U Jeng Hpang Naw Tawng was appointed as the Deputy Speaker of the Amyotha Hluttaw, while U Aung Lin Dway became the Speaker. U Jeng Hpang Naw Tawng contested and won as an Amyotha Hluttaw representative from Kachin State under the First-Past-The-Post (FPTP) system, representing the Union Solidarity and Development Party (USDP). For the third

Pajau Media 18 March 2026 According to local sources, only basic food supplies are currently allowed to be imported at the Pang Wa border gate in Chiphwe Township, Kachin State. Up to now, only consumer goods are permitted to be brought in through the Pang Wa border gate, while the transport of other commodities remains completely restricted by the Chinese authorities. “Even though the gate is open, only vegetables and fruits are coming in; other goods haven’t been allowed to

Pajau Media March 18, 2026 At least five jade mine workers were killed after a landslide occurred at a jade mining site in Maw Si Sar Ward, Hpakant Township, according to sources. The incident happened yesterday, March 17, at around 3:30 PM, when a pile of mining waste collapsed at the Sein Sein jade mining site in Hpakant's Maw Si Sa area. As a result, at least five mine workers were buried under the landslide. Responsible authorities are currently carrying out rescue operat

Pajau Media March 17, 2026 In Myitkyina, Kachin State, some city roads have been damaged due to large sand and gravel trucks, according to local residents. Sand and gravel are being dug and collected from Shatapru, Manhkring, and Shwezet river ports for flood prevention purposes, then transported by trucks. As a result, in Shatapru Ward, Manhkring Ward, Shwezet Ward, and Njang Dung Ward, daily traffic of sand and gravel trucks has caused damage to certain main roads, resident

Pajau Media March 17, 2026 In Myitkyina, Kachin State, after fuel prices increased, sales of battery-powered motorcycles have become stronger, and the prices of battery motorcycles have also risen compared to before. Due to conflicts in the Middle East, fuel prices have increased since March 3, and residents in Myitkyina have been purchasing and using battery motorcycles more instead of fuel-powered vehicles. In Myitkyina, whenever fuel prices fluctuate, sales of battery moto

Pajau Media March 17, 2026 In Hpakant area, Kachin State, the Maw Lae revolutionary group staged a protest this morning, March 17, against the military’s brutal actions. Residents of Hpakant and members of the Maw Lae group demonstrated with banners reading, “We do not want a brutal military that bombs and kills innocent people,” “We do not want any authoritarian system; the people come first,” and “Let all citizens join to cut off military dictatorship at its root.” In addit

Pajau Media March 16, 2026 Due to the development of dense clouds over the northern Bay of Bengal and scattered clouds over other seas, the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology has announced that some states and regions, including Kachin State, may experience heavy rain this afternoon, March 16. Until this evening, heavy scattered showers may occur across Kachin State, while northern Sagaing Region may see rainfall, and northern and eastern Shan State may experience shower

Pajau Media March 16, 2026 In Kachin State, a total of 53 clashes occurred within one week from March 8 to March 15 between the military council forces and the KIA allied forces, according to the KIA Information Department. The clashes took place in Hpakant area, Bhamaw area under KIA Brigade (3), Bhamaw area under KIA Brigade (5), Waimaw area under KIA Brigade (7), and areas under KIA Brigade (2). The military council has been continuously carrying out attacks using heavy ar