Three people were reported missing after a sampan boat sank when crossing from Dala’s Thamada to Yangon’s Botahtaung after a heavy rain and strong winds.
With 10 passengers, including the sampan’s driver, U Myint Swe, the boat sank on its way on the river due to strong winds, and three people, including the driver, were missing.
“It was raining heavily and the wind was blowing hard, so the rescue workers found it difficult to find and rescue. A container truck in the municipal compound also overturned, “ said a local in Botahtaung Township.
The search and rescue operation by police forces, civil rescuers and boat drivers began at around 10:30 am when it became calm, and people are still awaiting confirmation of the number of missing people.
On July 24, at 8:17 am, a tree fell, blocking a street in Dala’s Ward 3, and one fire engine with permanent and reserved firefighters was dispatched to the area to clear the blockade, according to the Department of Fire Services.
There are 21 ferry terminals in Dala, and hundreds of people are crossing into and out of Yangon daily. Ferry sinking happens every year during the monsoon season, causing some casualties, according to reports.
The Yangon-Dala Bridge, which is currently under construction, is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. — Htun Htun/ZN/ED

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In order to ensure that the public can live in peace and stability, the Tatmadaw carried out a counter-terrorism operation and regained control of Naungcho in Shan State (North). Not to cause losses in the education sector of Naungcho, arrangements are being made to reopen the schools, which were closed for nearly one year while the terrorists controlled the township.

The government and Tatmadaw provided school uniforms and stationery for the students and teachers in Naungcho. The ceremony took place at the BEHS 1 in Naungcho. The senior Tatmadaw officers, the administrator of Kyaukme district, departmental officials, teachers and students attended the event.

The officials presented the textbooks, 180,000 notebooks, 3,860 dozen pencils, 3,000 pens and 200 school uniforms provided by the government for the students, and 176 uniforms for the teachers provided by Tatmadaw. Tatmadaw, departmental officials and people cooperate to provide a chance for the students in Naungcho to be able to learn at schools peacefully, like other children in peaceful regions.

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The second time monsoon tree planning event of the Ministry of Ethnic Affairs held at the Ministry in Nay Pyi Taw on July 24th.

Union Minister Khun Thant Zaw Htoo attended the event together with the Deputy Minister U Zaw Aye Maung and many other concerned officials. First, the Union Minister and the Deputy Minister planted the saplings at the designated places followed by planting of saplings by concerned officials and staff at their respective areas.

And, the Union Minister and party toured around the tree plantation of the officials and staff to make encouragement. During the ceremony, saplings including Kankaw, Padauk, Teak and star-flower were planted. The Union Minister and party later proceeded to Modular House, inspected the resettlement of the staff families, electricity access, bathrooms and toilets placement and provided eggs and foodstuff to the staff. 

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Deputy Prime Minister and Union Minister for Planning and Finance, U Win Shein, accompanied by Deputy Ministers Daw Than Than Lwin and U Min Htut Oo, and other departmental officials, visited the temporary Modular Houses constructed by the Ministry in the evening on July 24 and met with and encouraged the staff residing there.

The Deputy Prime Minister and Union Minister instructed officials to ensure that staff can live safely and orderly, that drinking water, electricity, and sewage systems are good, to prevent infectious diseases, and that necessary actions are taken by responsible officials.

He also emphasized the importance of assigning responsibilities step-by-step for security and administrative matters. He then inspected the living and dining conditions of the staff and provided necessary support. Afterward, the Deputy Prime Minister and Union Minister, along with the Deputy Ministers and heads of departments, provided kitchen crops and eggs to the staff residing in the Modular Houses.

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The State Administration Council enacted the amended Road Transport Operations Law (State Administration Council Law 42/2025) on 24th July, 2025 under Section 419 of the Constitution.

The amended law is comprised of 13 Sections. The enactment of the Law was signed by the Chairman of the State Administration Council Senior General Min Aung Hlaing.

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Electricity and Energy Development Commission held its meeting in Nay Pyi Taw on Wednesday.

Commission Chairman, member of the State Administration Council Deputy Prime Minister Admiral Tin Aung San attended the meeting and made a speech. The meeting discussed the work implementation on electricity and energy and future plans as well as the feasibility studies for generation of electricity and exploration of oil and natural gas plots, implementation for renewable energy and sustainable development of electricity and energy sector.

The meeting also gave suggestions on the National Electricity Master Plan 2014 (JICA) and Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 2021 in order to designate the Generation Mix.

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The opening ceremony for a training session on the format for collecting data on damage and losses caused by natural disasters was held at the Khaing Thazin Hall in Sittwe Township on July 24. The event was attended by Rakhine State Chief Minister U Htein Lin, members of the state government, relevant departmental officials, trainees, and training participants.

At the ceremony, Chief Minister U Htein Lin explained that the training is organized by the committee responsible for conducting preliminary needs assessments, verifying damages and losses, and analyzing necessary requirements under the Rakhine State Disaster Management Committee. He emphasized that the attending departmental officials should carefully listen to and understand the explanation of the questionnaire forms and be able to engage in further discussion. Only through proper understanding can timely and accurate initial damage and loss data be collected when a natural disaster occurs, which in turn will support the recovery and reconstruction efforts.

Following the speech, the Chief Minister and officials cordially met and greeted the trainees.

Next, the State Focal Point from the Central Statistical Organization and Secretary of the Preliminary Needs Assessment, Damage and Loss Verification, and Requirement Analysis Committee for Rakhine State, Daw Swe Swe Toe, gave a detailed explanation on the components of the data collection forms, along with the respective responsibilities of the relevant departments.

Subsequently, Assistant Directors Daw Than Than Soe and Daw Yin Min Tun from the Central Statistical Organization also gave lectures on the formats for collecting data on damages and losses caused by natural disasters. The trainees engaged in discussions and asked questions regarding the topics presented.

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Under the supervision of the Kachin State Government, members of the State Disaster Management Committee organized a public awareness talk on earthquake-related safety knowledge, including important facts the public should know, preventive measures, and preparedness strategies. The event took place at 9:00 a.m. on July 24 at the Convocation Hall of Myitkyina University and was attended by members of the public as well as students.

The ceremony was opened with remarks by Kachin State Chief Minister U Khat Htein Nan.

Following the opening speech, a series of talks and presentations under various topics were delivered by Rector of Myitkyina University Dr. Aung Win, Director of the State Department of Disaster Management Daw Hla Kay Thi, official from the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology U Naing Lin Htwe, Director of the State Fire Services Department U Than Zaw Oo. They discussed topics such as earthquake preparedness, dos and don’ts during and after an earthquake, and key points on participating in search and rescue operations.

After the presentations, government staff distributed earthquake awareness pamphlets published by the Kachin State Government to the attendees.

Later, the Chief Minister and his wife, the Chief Justice of the State High Court, members of the state government, and regional departmental officials visited displays showcasing advanced rescue equipment, interactive educational games related to natural disasters, and live demonstrations of firefighting and rescue tools by fire department personnel.

The event concluded with the Chief Minister awarding cash rewards to the firefighters who participated in the demonstrations.

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The donation ceremony for relief items provided by the All-China Women’s Federation (ACWF) of the People’s Republic of China to assist earthquake-affected people in the Mandalay Region was held at the Thiri Ratana Hall of the Myanmar National Committee for Women’s Affairs (MNCWA) office in Nay Pyi Taw on July 23rd.

The event was attended by the Chairman of the MNCWA, Union Minister for Social Welfare, Relief and Resettlement Dr. Soe Win, who delivered a speech of appreciation.

In his speech, Union Minister Dr. Soe Win expressed gratitude and noted that emergency rescue operations in Mandalay Region, Sagaing Region, Nay Pyi Taw Council Area, and Shan State were carried out with both national and international support following the powerful earthquake that occurred on March 28, 2025. He acknowledged that China promptly provided relief items such as tents, temporary shelters, food, household goods, medicines, medical supplies, diesel fuel, and mobile surgical units.

Additionally, China supported search and rescue efforts for those trapped in buildings and provided emergency healthcare services. He extended special thanks and warm welcome to the All-China Women’s Federation (ACWF) for donating household relief goods valued at approximately 180 million Kyats, as well as to the China Foundation for Peace and Development (CFPD), and the Myanmar-Chinese Cooperation and Communication Center for their collaborative support.

Following the Union Minister’s remarks, Mr. Wang Lei, representative from the Myanmar Office of the China Foundation for Peace and Development, gave a speech regarding the donation. U Thitsa (also known as Mr. Li BoBo), Senior President of the Myanmar-China Cooperation and Communication Association and Chairman of the Wushu Federation of Myanmar, also explained the organization’s activities.

Finally, Chairperson of the Myanmar National Committee for Women’s Affairs Dr. Thet Thet Zin, expressed gratitude in return and presented certificates of honor to the donating organizations.

Cambodia is hosting the 20th Asia Media Summit in Siem Reap under the theme “Celebrating Two Decades of Excellence & Beyond”.

Myanmar delegation led by Deputy Minister for Information U Ye Tint attended the summit together with other member countries. On July 21st, the Deputy Minister attended the Youth Digital Empowerment Workshop and Girls in ICT Day Cambodia 2025.

he delegation members also took part in the Pre-workshops which were held under the topics “Transforming Media Content Creation Through AI Powered Tools Technologies”, “Role of Broadcasting in Effective Early Warning System”, “The Role of Information Diplomacy in Dispelling Disinformation”, and “Technology Driving Accessibility for the Future Broadcast and Media”.  

On the 22nd, the delegation attended the opening ceremony of 20th Asia Media Summit, and joined the discussions on “Disinformation: The Role of Media & the Government, Enabling Accessibility in Broadcasting, Inspiring Voices from Across the World” and “Information as a Public Good: Upholding Credibility and Empowering Democracy”.  

At AIBD Gala Dinner & Awarding Ceremony 2025, the delegation member Director of Myanma Radio and Television Daw Moe Thuzar Aung accepted the award for AIBD Sustainability & Green Technology Award of e-Waste Solutions. The award winning program “Turning Trash into Better Tomorrow” was produced by MITV Channel, an English channel of MRTV, featuring about the waste management process, being carried out by the Yangon City Development Committee at Htein Pin Landfill, the largest landfill in Yangon.

On the 23rd, the Deputy Minister called on Cambodia Information Minister Neth Pheaktra, and discussed for promoting bilateral friendship and cooperation including media sector. They also exchanged view on collaboration for combating fake news and signing the MOU for media cooperation between the two countries.

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