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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…

14 Jun

Mizoram plans major power reforms to improve service

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government has initiated the process of corporatising its Power and Electricity Department, aiming to boost efficiency, ensure better governance, and improve public service delivery. This major step marks a pivotal shift in how power services will be managed in the state in the coming years. At a high-level meeting on Friday, chaired by Power Minister F. Rodinglianga, senior officials deliberated on the roadmap for this transition. According to an official statement, the state government is determined to realign the department’s operations with national power sector reforms and bring it in line with the Electricity Act, 2003. Under the…

13 Jun

Six people were detained in Mizoram for smuggling areca nuts valued at Rs 1.81 crore

Banasree SarkarMizoram

Six individuals from the Champhai area were apprehended by Assam Rifles men in Mizoram in collaboration with customs officials for smuggling areca nuts worth Rs 1.81 crore. Assam Rifles officers and customs officials began an area dominance patrol in Mualkawi, in the Champhai district of east Mizoram, early on Thursday morning in response to a specific intelligence feed. Six individuals were apprehended by the combined team, and following a comprehensive search, 386 bags (30,880 kg) of illegally obtained areca nuts valued at Rs 1.81 crore were found in the suspects' hands, according to the statement. According to the announcement, the…

13 Jun

Governor VK Singh asked to take control of CADC

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Three prominent Chakma organisations in Mizoram have jointly urged Governor VK Singh to impose Governor's Rule in the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC). The appeal cites alarming levels of administrative chaos, unchecked financial mismanagement, and a breakdown of democratic norms within the council. The Young Chakma Association, Mizoram Chakma Students' Union, and Chakma Mahila Samiti submitted a detailed memorandum to the Governor, alleging over 200 illegal appointments made since a recruitment moratorium was enforced by the Raj Bhavan in November 2022. These appointments, the groups claim, were made without public notices, exams, or interviews — flouting standard procedures and undermining…

12 Jun

Green Mizoram Day celebrated with planting trees

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

With a renewed commitment to environmental conservation and sustainable growth, Mizoram celebrated Green Mizoram Day on June 11 across all districts, reaffirming the state’s long-standing dedication to preserving its lush, natural heritage. This year’s theme, “Plant Trees and Catch the Rain”, underscores the critical link between afforestation and water conservation—a message that resonated strongly amid growing climate concerns. The main state-level function was held in Thenzawl town of Serchhip district, where State Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Lalthansanga led the celebrations. Addressing the gathering, the minister stressed the multifaceted importance of trees—not only as providers of shade and oxygen…