Devotees Gather at Mahamuni Buddha Image in Mandalay for Thadingyut Festival ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar MANDALAY, Myanmar — Worshippers observed the Thadingyut Full Moon Day on Oct. 26 by taking part in the traditional face-washing ritual of the Mahamuni Buddha Image in Mandalay. The auspicious day, also known as Abhidhamma Day, saw Buddhists across the country making merit with offerings of oil lamps, flowers, and food.

Performing Arts Competition 2026 enters Day 5 ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar Traditional theatrical competitions, including marionette and theatrical drama contests, also showcased Myan­mar’s cultural heritage and artistic traditions.

Myanmar Rejects UNSG’s Human Rights Report, Cites Omission of State Efforts ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar @antonioguterres Myanmar has rejected the United Nations Secretary-General’s human rights report (A/81/302), denouncing it as relying on one-sided claims from anti-government groups. ---@volker_turk @FortifyRights In its statement, the government pointed out that the report overlooks ongoing national initiatives, including the active operations of 17 UN agencies in the country, the repatriation of over 73,000 foreign cyber-scam perpetrators, and the verification process for more than 449,000 displaced persons.

Bagan Hosts Historic 30,000-Lantern Festival Amid Thadingyut Celebrations ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar Bagan, Myanmar’s world-famous ancient city, has come alive with a historic lantern festival. On October 26, 10,000 lanterns lit up the sky near Alodawpyi Pagoda. --- A total of 30,000 lanterns will illuminate the ancient horizon this Thadingyut, drawing crowds from all around to experience Myanmar's vibrant cultural heritage.

Inside Myanmar’s Most Sacred Festival: The Shwedagon Pagoda Glows ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar Today marks Thadingyut—Myanmar’s mesmerizing Festival of Lights—and the legendary Shwedagon Pagoda is the epicenter of it all. Pilgrims and travelers are flooding the sacred grounds, offering flowers, water, and flickering oil lamps in a centuries-old tradition celebrating the descent of Buddha. --- With golden pagodas shimmering under the October full moon and crowds sharing moments of peace and generosity, it is a living window into Myanmar’s rich cultural heritage that leaves every visitor spellbound.

President of the Republic of  the Union of  Myanmar U Min Aung Hlaing and wife Daw Kyu Kyu Hla watched participation  of contestants at the 27th Myanmar Traditional Cultural Performing Arts Competition at Hsinbyushin Hall and Pobbathiri Station Gymnasium in Nay Pyi Taw on 25 October. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Systematic demolition of illegal buildings used in online scam/gambling in Shwe Kokko (Part-II) continues ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar Out of 63 buildings to be demolished  in  Shwe Kokko (Part-II), 25 were scheduled to be demolished with the use of machinery, four were to be detonated and 34 were to be manually pulled down floor by floor due to their proximity to residential buildings. --- As systematic demolition works continued, four buildings to be detonated and two buildings to be pulled down with the use of machinery have been pulled down and plans are underway to systematically demolish the 57 remaining ones.

MON STATE, Myanmar — At least eight people have died from heat stroke in Myanmar’s Mon State as of Oct. 24, according to local sources. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar The casualties include four deaths in Bilin township, three in Mawlamyine, and one in Thaton. Authorities and local rescue groups have urged residents to take precautions against rising temperatures as heat-related illnesses increase across the region.

Thadingyut Greetings to Myanmar from Chief of Mission Doug Sonnek #WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Among Myanmar's twelve monthly festivals, the famous Thadingyut Festival beautifully showcases traditional culture and heritage. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar Illuminating lights, paying homage to parents and elders, and sharing love and respect with family and friends are core elements of Myanmar's rich traditions. We must appreciate our cultural heritage and pass it on to the next generation. Happy Thadingyut! Let us value and safeguard our Myanmar traditions and heritage together.

The Enchanting Thadingyut Night at Dawei Strand Road, Glowing Under Colorful Lanterns ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar People are joyfully and peacefully celebrating the Thadingyut Festival at Dawei Strand Road, which is beautifully illuminated with vibrant, colorful lights.

Systematic demolition of illegal buildings used in online scam/gambling in Shwe Kokko (Part-II) continues ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar The government has placed emphasis on combat against online scams and gambling as a national responsibility and systematically carried out total demolition of illegal buildings in Shwe Kokko, where  the majority of online scams and gambling were operated, so that they cannot be used again for such crimes.

The Myanmar Tatmadaw friendship football team, led by Maj-Gen Thein Naing of the Office of the Commander-in-Chief (Army), returned to Myanmar after competing in a friendly football tournament in India aimed at strengthening friendship and ties between the Indian and Myanmar armed forces on 24 October. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar

Where Tradition Meets Timeless Art! 🎶💃 Day 4 of the 27th Traditional Myanmar Cultural Performing Arts Competition 2026 lit up Nay Pyi Taw with awe-inspiring music, dance, and drama! Celebrating centuries of artistic heritage, artists from across the country are putting on a spectacle like no other. ---#RecognizeMyanmarCulturalHeritage 📍 Location: Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar 🗓️ Highlights from the grand national stage!

Laymyethna rehabilitation and development task underway ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar As recovery operations continue, regional authorities on behalf of the Chief Minister delivered relief supplies—including rice, canned fish, dried noodles, solar lights, and offering baskets—to the Charity Sayadaw. In a show of regional support, Sayadaws and residents from neighbouring Dedaye Township also contributed cash donations to assist affected households in rebuilding.

The fourth day of the central level of the 27th Traditional Myanmar Cultural Performing Arts Competition 2026 was held at the designated sites in Nay Pyi Taw on 24 October. ---#WhatsHappeningInMyanmar #RecognizeMyanmarCulturalHeritage Competitions in singing, dancing, songwriting and playing traditional musical instruments, including the Saung (Myanmar harp), Hsaing Waing (traditional Myanma orchestra), xylophone, Ozi, Dobat, Donmin, and mandolin, were held across different education levels and age groups. Traditional theatre competitions, including marionette and theatrical drama contests, also showcased Myanmar’s cultural heritage and artistic traditions.