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25 Jun

In Aizawl, Over 3,000 rounds of live ammunition were seized

Banasree SarkarMizoram

Mizoram security forces conducted a joint operation in the Aizawl area and seized over 3,000 rounds of live ammunition. The Border Security Force (BSF) and the state police's CID (Special Branch) conducted the operation in response to a particular information input. About 36 kilometers from Aizawl, in Seling village, the team stopped a pickup truck and seized 3,008 rounds of 7.62 millimeter live ammunition, valued at an estimated Rs 16.54 lakh. For unlawfully transporting the ammo, the driver, Lalawithanga, 48, of Zaungtui neighborhood in Aizawl, was immediately taken into custody. Civil witnesses were present during the operation, and authorities also…

25 Jun

Mizoram govt plans major road upgrades for Aizawl

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major step toward improving urban infrastructure in Mizoram’s capital, Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday chaired a high-level review meeting to examine key proposals from the Public Works Department (PWD) aimed at addressing Aizawl’s persistent traffic woes. Held at the Chief Minister’s Office, the meeting was attended by PWD Minister Vanlalhlana and senior department officials.The meeting focused on three crucial road infrastructure projects designed to decongest critical areas in Bawngkawn and Vaivakawn, where traffic congestion has long plagued daily commuters. According to Minister Vanlalhlana, these proposals are more practical and cost-conscious compared to earlier efforts by past governments that…

24 Jun

Students and athletes join Olympic Day Run in Aizawl

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Sunday led the Olympic Day Run 2025 at the historic Lammual Ground in Aizawl, rallying citizens to embrace fitness and uphold the values of the Olympic spirit. Organised by the Mizoram Olympic Association, the event drew a large crowd of students, athletes, sports officials, and fitness enthusiasts from across the city. Held to mark the international Olympic Day, which commemorates the founding of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on June 23, 1894, the event was part of a global movement spanning over 150 countries. The 2025 theme, “#Let’s Move +1, India!”, encouraged every Indian to…

23 Jun

National road experts meet in Aizawl to discuss future infrastructure plans

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The 233rd Mid-Term Council Meeting of the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) concluded successfully on June 21 at Mizoram University, Aizawl, marking a major milestone in national-level dialogue on road infrastructure development in India. Held over two days, June 20 and 21, the high-level event brought together senior officials, engineers, and experts from across the country to discuss the future of India’s road network. The gathering served as a vital platform for discussing innovations, sustainable construction, and the need for deeper collaboration between national and state-level agencies—especially in challenging and strategic areas such as the Northeast and border regions. Addressing the…

21 Jun

Ccaine, Slpha seized in ₹1 Cr Gurugram drug bust

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major blow to an international drug trafficking ring, Gurugram Police have arrested eight individuals, including six Nigerian nationals and a woman from Mizoram, for their alleged roles in a narcotics smuggling network operating in and around the National Capital Region. Drugs worth over ₹1 crore have been seized in the operation, officials confirmed on Friday. The crackdown began on June 16, when a team from the Crime Unit of Gurugram Police apprehended Bimal Pahadi, a Nepalese national, from Sector 39. He was caught with 1.60 kilograms of Sulpha (a potent cannabis derivative) and 116 grams of cocaine. An…

20 Jun

New areca nut units coming to boost farmer incomes in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has announced plans to establish areca nut processing units in Kolasib and Mamit districts, a move aimed at boosting agricultural development and improving farmer livelihoods. The initiative will be financially supported by the North Eastern Council (NEC). The decision was shared during a recent review meeting chaired by Chief Minister Lalduhoma, where he assessed the progress of various activities under the Land Resources, Soil and Water Conservation Department. The Chief Minister reaffirmed the state government's commitment to rural development and stressed the importance of active participation from government employees for effective implementation. Land Resources Secretary Lalsangliana informed…

19 Jun

Mizoram’s first engineering college to start academic sessions shortly

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Wednesday announced that the long-awaited Mizoram Engineering College will finally commence its academic sessions soon. The announcement came during a public event held in Serchhip town, where the Chief Minister also felicitated meritorious students who excelled in the Mizoram Civil Services Examination and recent school board exams. Addressing the gathering, Lalduhoma said the government is determined to transform Mizoram into a hub of quality education and youth empowerment. “Our goal is to make each and every Mizo self-reliant and capable of contributing to the state’s progress,” he stated. The Chief Minister also highlighted the government's…

18 Jun

Ropeway systems proposed to ease urban congestion in Aizawl

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a significant push for innovative urban development, Mizoram Governor Lt. Gen. (Retd.) Vijay Kumar Singh has stressed the urgent need for alternative mobility solutions to ease growing traffic congestion in Aizawl and other urban areas of the state. Chairing a high-level meeting with key stakeholders on Tuesday, the Governor underscored the importance of exploring ropeway-based transport systems under the Centre’s Parvatmala Pariyojana, a national programme aimed at enhancing connectivity in hilly and remote areas through cable cars and ropeways. The meeting, convened in Aizawl, brought together officials from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), National Highways Logistics…

17 Jun

BJP’s rule ends in CADC after just 4 months in power

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major political shake-up in Mizoram's Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has lost control following a successful no-confidence motion that removed Molin Kumar Chakma from his position as the council’s Executive Member-in-Charge. The move marks a significant turning point in the council’s short-lived BJP-led administration and heralds the rise of the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) as the dominant force within the council. The no-confidence motion was passed during a special session convened by CADC Chairman Lakkhan Chakma, who was among the 12 BJP members who defected to the ZPM. Of the 17 elected members…

16 Jun

NHIDCL terminates contract for Mizoram tunnel project

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has terminated the contract for supervising the construction of a 2.5-kilometre twin-tube tunnel on the Aizawl Bypass in Mizoram, citing the failure of the contractor to secure mandatory national security clearance. The project, located on National Highway-6, was awarded to a joint venture led by railway PSU RITES and Turkish firms, but was abruptly cancelled last week following non-compliance with Ministry of Home Affairs’ clearance requirements. The decision comes in the wake of heightened scrutiny of foreign entities following India’s Operation Sindoor. Turkey’s perceived support for Pakistan has led to broader…