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01 Jul

Lunglei Achieves 107% HPV Vaccine Coverage

ParomitaMizoram

Mizoram Health Minister Lalrinpuii on Wednesday claimed that the state is ranked third in the country in the implementation of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination programme and efforts are underway to secure the top position.Launching the National Immunisation Day (NID) Pulse Polio programme in Aizawl, the minister said Mizoram's population of around 16 lakh provides an opportunity to deliver quality healthcare services.However, she said public expectations from the government are high, making it important to maintain the state's strong performance.Meanwhile, Lunglei district has successfully surpassed its target under the nationwide HPV Vaccination Campaign, achieving 107% coverage by vaccinating 1,326 adolescent…

01 Jul

Three Drug Peddlers Arrested in Joint Operations

ParomitaMizoram

The Assam Rifles, in two separate joint operations with the Mizoram Police, seized a large consignment of heroin worth more than Rs 7.40 crore and arrested three alleged drug peddlers, including a woman.A Defence spokesman said that acting on specific intelligence inputs received from a sister intelligence agency, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Mizoram Police, conducted a successful joint operation at Ngopa along the Khawzawl-Sinzawl Road (National Highway-102B) in Saitual district. During the operation, the joint team recovered 64 soap cases containing heroin weighing nearly 837 grams, with an estimated market value of Rs 6.277 crore, from a…

29 Jun

Over 46,000 Names Deleted from Mizoram Electoral Rolls After Special Revision Exercise

ParomitaMizoram

More than 46,000 names have been deleted from Mizoram's electoral rolls following the completion of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, the state's Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Ethel R. Rothanpui said. The revision exercise, which began on May 20 and concluded on June 28, was carried out entirely through a digital enumeration process. According to the CEO, a total of 46,191 names were removed from the electoral rolls due to reasons such as the death of voters, untraceable individuals, permanent migration, and duplicate enrolments. Among those deleted, 21,290 were found to be deceased, 8,352 could not be traced, 13,992 had…

27 Jun

Lunglei Sports Infrastructure Gets Major Boost

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the 15th High Powered Committee (HPC) Cup 2026 at C. Thuamluaia Mual in Lunglei, reaffirming the state government's commitment to promoting sports, youth development and infrastructure in southern Mizoram.The football tournament, organised by the Lunglei District Football Association (LDFA) and sponsored by the Lunglei High Powered Committee (HPC), is one of the state's most prominent grassroots sporting events.Addressing the gathering, Lalduhoma said Lunglei has long been recognised as a centre of sporting excellence and has produced many outstanding footballers who have represented Mizoram and India. He noted that 13 of the nearly 68 Mizo players…

26 Jun

Mizoram Reports Massive Disaster-Related Losses

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram suffered damage and economic losses exceeding Rs 1,291 crore due to natural disasters and disease outbreaks between 2021 and 2025, according to a Post Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) report reviewed during a meeting of the State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) chaired by Chief Minister Lalduhoma on June 25. Official sources said the report estimated the total losses at Rs 1,291.11 crore, comprising physical damage worth Rs 656.76 crore and economic losses of Rs 634.35 crore. The assessment highlighted Cyclone Remal, African Swine Fever (ASF), heavy rainfall-induced landslides and rodent infestations in different parts of the state as the major…

22 Jun

District Civil Supplies Office Calls for NGO Projects Under Consumer Welfare Scheme; Deadline July 3

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Office of the District Civil Supplies Officer, Hnahthial, has invited proposals for financial assistance under the Mizoram Consumer Welfare (Corpus) Fund 2026, encouraging organisations and individuals to undertake projects aimed at promoting consumer awareness, education and rural empowerment across the state. The initiative is being implemented in accordance with the Mizoram Consumer Welfare Fund Guidelines, 2022, which seek to strengthen consumer rights, improve public awareness and support welfare activities that benefit consumers, particularly those in rural and disadvantaged communities. According to an official notification issued on June 22, eligible applicants can submit proposals focusing on consumer literacy, consumer education,…

20 Jun

TAC Pushes for Faster Telecom Expansion in Remote Areas of Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Telecom Advisory Committee (TAC) reviewed the progress of telecom infrastructure projects and digital connectivity initiatives in Mizoram during a meeting held at the CWW Conference Hall in New Capital Complex.The meeting was chaired by Mizoram Lok Sabha MP and TAC Chairman Richard Vanlalhmangaiha and attended by committee members along with senior officials of Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Mizoram Business Area.During the meeting, the MP stressed the need to expand telecom services to every village in the state, particularly to support the implementation of government programmes that rely on digital platforms and geo-tagging. He urged BSNL officials to take…

20 Jun

Mizoram Highlights Key Gains from EAP-Funded Development Projects

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has called for an increase in the ceiling for Externally Aided Projects (EAPs) available to northeastern states, saying greater access to such funding would help accelerate infrastructure development and improve public services across the region.The Chief Minister made the appeal while addressing a seminar and workshop on “Leveraging Externally Aided Projects in the North Eastern States,” organised by the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), Ministry of Finance, in Shillong on Friday. The inaugural session of the seminar was chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and attended by chief ministers from all northeastern states, senior officials…

18 Jun

Serchhip Finishes Electoral Roll Digitisation Drive

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Serchhip district has successfully completed the digitisation of Enumeration Forms under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026, marking an important milestone in the electoral roll revision process. Officials said the digitisation work was completed late on June 17 after weeks of extensive fieldwork and verification carried out across the district. Serchhip district covers three Assembly constituencies — 26-Serchhip (ST), 27-Tuikum (ST) and 28-Hrangturzo (ST) — with a total electorate of 55,389 voters. During the revision exercise, authorities identified 1,184 cases where Enumeration Forms could not be collected. These included deceased voters, electors who could not be traced, individuals who…

17 Jun

Kamalanagar-I Achieves 100% Voter Roll Digitisation

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Lawngtlai District Election Officer (DEO) Donny Lalruatsanga on Monday held a review meeting with the Supervisor, Booth Level Officers (BLOs) and Assistant Booth Level Officers (Asst. BLOs) of the 36-Tuichawng (ST) Assembly Constituency to assess the progress of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 exercise. The meeting was held at the BDO Office of Chawngte Rural Development Block at 4 pm and focused on electoral roll revision, digitisation progress and preparations for the next stages of the revision process. Addressing the officials, Lalruatsanga appreciated the efforts of the Supervisor, BLOs and Assistant BLOs for their dedication and commitment in…