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Yangon sees light traffic congestion as odd-even license plate driving system enforcement begins on March 14
Yangon sees light traffic congestion as odd-even license plate driving system enforcement begins on March 14
SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 2026
Sources say traffic in Yangon is expected to be lighter than usual on March 14 as enforcement of the odd-even license plate driving system begins following the end of the education period.Min Aung Hlaing shrugs off criticism as military-backed party dominates Myanmar vote
Min Aung Hlaing shrugs off criticism as military-backed party dominates Myanmar vote
MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026
Myanmar’s junta chief Min Aung Hlaing dismissed international criticism as the final phase of the election was held, with the USDP already holding big majorities from earlier rounds.Three women selected as rice ambassadors at rice awareness forum in Yangon
Three women selected as rice ambassadors at rice awareness forum in Yangon
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2025
Three women were selected as Rice Ambassadors following a rice awareness and information-sharing forum organised by the Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF), according to the federation.Yangon to select housewives as rice ambassadors
Yangon to select housewives as rice ambassadors
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2025
The Myanmar Rice Federation (MRF) announced that it will hold a seminar to explain rice and appoint some housewives in the Yangon Region as rice ambassadors.Mine destroys freight train on Yangon-Mawlamyine railway; cars derailed, tracks damaged
Mine destroys freight train on Yangon-Mawlamyine railway; cars derailed, tracks damaged
MONDAY, MAY 26, 2025
A freight train carrying rocks was detonated on the Yangon-Mawlamyine railway line near Kalikyun village, Moe Kaung Village Tract, Thaton township, Mon State, and some of the freight cars derailed, causing damage to the railway, according to officials from Mawlamyine station.YIA sets new fees: $25 Intl, 15,000 Kyats domestic , starting May 12
YIA sets new fees: $25 Intl, 15,000 Kyats domestic , starting May 12
THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2025
Yangon International Airport (YIA) will increase the passenger service charge (PSC) to $25 for international flights and 15,000 kyats for domestic flights starting from May 12, according to a press release from the YIA.Second EU aid flight arrives in Yangon with 55 tonnes of earthquake relief supplies
Second EU aid flight arrives in Yangon with 55 tonnes of earthquake relief supplies
THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2025
A second European Union humanitarian aid flight carrying 55 tonnes of emergency supplies arrived in Yangon on April 9 to support communities affected by the recent earthquake in Myanmar.Yangon cancels major Thingyan festivities amid national mourning for earthquake victims
Yangon cancels major Thingyan festivities amid national mourning for earthquake victims
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 09, 2025
Authorities have dismantled the main Thingyan water festival pavilions in front of Yangon City Hall and along Maha Bandula Park Road, effectively canceling planned public celebrations at those locations.Myanmar seizes cups with pagoda images at Shwepalin restaurant
Myanmar seizes cups with pagoda images at Shwepalin restaurant
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025
Officials seized disposable cups with pagoda images from a restaurant at the 39-mile rest stop on the Yangon-Naypyidaw-Mandalay Expressway, sources said.Bangkok Trade Fair coming to Bogyoke Market from February 13 to 16
Bangkok Trade Fair coming to Bogyoke Market from February 13 to 16
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 03, 2025
According to the event organizing committee, the Bangkok Trade Fair will be held at Bogyoke Market in Yangon for four days, from February 13 to 16.