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27 Sep

Mizoram’s rodent plague causes farmers to struggle while zoologists start their investigation, raising concerns about scrub typhus

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A fresh rodent outbreak in Mizoram has forced hundreds of jhum farmers to battle crop destruction even as scientists warn of possible disease transmission, particularly scrub typhus, which is endemic to the state. Teams of zoologists from Pachhunga University College (PUC) in Aizawl have now begun an intensive study to track the scale of the outbreak and assess the health risks linked to the rodent population. The investigation is being led by Prof. Lalramliana, who has dispatched multiple field teams from the Zoology Department to villages reporting heavy infestation. The zoologists are collecting samples to determine the dominant rodent species…

26 Sep

With the new train connection to Aizawl, the Mizo Students’ Union wants to see more ILP enforcement

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizo Students’ Union (MSU) has urged the Mizoram government to tighten enforcement of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system in light of the newly inaugurated railway connection linking Aizawl with Delhi, Guwahati, and Kolkata. MSU leaders, led by president B. Lalkhawngaiha, met Home Minister K. Sapdanga on Thursday and submitted a memorandum calling for stricter checks to prevent illegal entry into the state. The union recommended setting up ILP counters not only at Sihhmui and Sairang stations, but also along the Sihhmui–Phunchawng stretch and at Serkhan in Kolasib district. The organization further suggested revising ILP guidelines to introduce a…

25 Sep

India’s wildlife records are expanded by the discovery of the golden-haired tube-nosed bat in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have recorded the presence of the rare golden-haired tube-nosed bat (Harpiola isodon) in Mizoram. This marks the first time the species has been documented in India, pushing its known global range westward by more than 1,000 kilometres.The breakthrough came during a systematic survey of bat diversity in the forested landscape of Hmuifang village, Aizawl district, led by noted bat researcher Dr. Uttam Saikia. To ensure accuracy, Dr. Saikia worked in collaboration with global experts including Dr. Gabor Csorba of the Hungarian Natural History Museum, Dr. Manuel Ruedi from the Natural History Museum…

24 Sep

The Mizoram chief minister examines NHIDCL projects and calls for immediate highway repairs

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Tuesday chaired a high-level review meeting with officials of the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), flagging serious concerns over the condition of highways across the state and calling for immediate corrective measures. The meeting, held at the Chief Minister’s Conference Hall, was attended by PWD Minister Vanlalhlana, senior officials from the Public Works Department, the Power and Electricity Department, and representatives of NHIDCL. During the discussion, the Chief Minister underlined that several stretches of national highways in Mizoram were in poor shape, with potholes, cracks, and surface damage visible even on newly…

23 Sep

During a border sweep in Mizoram’s Champhai area, Assam Rifles confiscate weapons and detain a suspect

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a fresh blow to illegal arms networks operating along the India–Myanmar border, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with Mizoram Police, seized firearms and ammunition and arrested one suspect during a targeted operation in Champhai district. Officials said the action was part of intensified security measures aimed at curbing cross-border smuggling and militancy. Acting on a tip-off, security personnel launched a raid on a residence in Zokhawthar town on September 21. The operation led to the recovery of a 5.56mm M4A1 carbine with magazine, 19 rounds of 5.56mm ammunition, and 100 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition. The suspect, identified as Robert…

22 Sep

Record-breaking narcotics bust by Mizoram Police: 70 kg of meth and 15 kg of heroin found; three people detained

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In the biggest drug seizure in Mizoram’s history, police have confiscated 15 kilograms of heroin and more than 70 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets in two separate but closely coordinated operations. Three individuals have been arrested, exposing what officials describe as a “deep-rooted cross-border trafficking network” with possible links to Myanmar. The first breakthrough came on August 23 when a blue Intra vehicle (registration no. MZ01 X 1909) was intercepted by Saitual Police in connection with Case No. 63/2025 registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and the Foreigner Act. Inside the vehicle, police discovered six kilograms of…

20 Sep

Sugamya Yatra has started in Mizoram to check public areas for accessibility

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram has rolled out the Sugamya Yatra (Access Audit), a major initiative under the Accessible India Campaign, to examine whether public spaces across the state are truly accessible to persons with disabilities. The move comes as part of efforts to enforce the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act and ensure equal participation in community life. On September 19, inspection teams visited several important institutions, including Pachhunga University College, the Presbyterian Church of India at Republic Veng, and the Administrative Training Institute (MINECO). The audits are being conducted in collaboration with the Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and the National Institute…

19 Sep

Mizoram wants to increase employment chances abroad by establishing a Japanese language center in Aizawl

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has urged the National Skill Development Corporation International (NSDCI) to set up a Japanese language learning centre in the state capital, Aizawl, to help local youths secure employment abroad, particularly in Japan. Mizoram Youth Commission (MYC) chairman Malsawmzuala Ralte placed the request during a meeting with NSDCI Chief Executive Officer Alok Kumar in New Delhi on Thursday. The discussion centred on the growing demand among Mizo youths for jobs in Japan, especially in the fields of caregiving and nursing, where language proficiency is a key requirement. At present, the state government collaborates with NSDCI to send candidates…

18 Sep

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma calls for collaboration and identifies interdepartmental competition as a governance obstacle

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has expressed concern over rising tensions and competition among state government departments, cautioning that such rivalries could undermine administrative efficiency and weaken service delivery. He called on government officers to adopt a spirit of cooperation and teamwork to ensure effective governance and smooth functioning of public services. Speaking to newly recruited Mizo Civil Service (MCS) officers who are undergoing foundation training, the Chief Minister observed that disputes often arise over postings, service placements, and inter-departmental coordination. Such conflicts, he said, not only create misunderstandings but also foster unhealthy competition among service associations. Emphasising that the strength…

17 Sep

Amidst legal infractions and public uproar, the Tripura government revokes the license for a bar-turned-restaurant

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Tripura government has revoked the licence of a bar-cum-restaurant in Agartala following widespread public controversy, opposition criticism, and the discovery of multiple violations of the Tripura Excise Act, 1987. The controversy erupted on the establishment’s opening day, with visitors complaining about entry restrictions and operations extending beyond permitted hours. Opposition parties also criticized the government for allegedly encouraging a “night club culture” in the state, highlighting the bar’s proximity to Rabindra Centenary Hall, a key cultural venue in Agartala. Responding to public outrage, Chief Minister Manik Saha ordered an investigation supervised by West Tripura District Magistrate Vishal Kumar (IAS).…