Mizoram

15 Nov

Mizoram’s development boosted by DoNER support, Scindia reaffirms commitment

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia and Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma convened a high-level review meeting in Aizawl today to evaluate and enhance the progress of developmental projects in the state. The meeting, held at the Planning & Programme Implementation Conference Hall, focused on advancing ongoing projects and addressing challenges that impact timely project delivery. Chief Minister Lalduhoma expressed gratitude for Scindia’s commitment and acknowledged the contributions of his late predecessor, Madhavrao Scindia, in furthering regional development. “Mizoram’s progress depends heavily on the DoNER Ministry’s support, and while substantial strides have been made, there…

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15 Nov

Mizoram Aizawl traffic police seized 176 modified exhaust and silencers

editorMizoram

This year, the Mizoram Aizawl Traffic Police confiscated 176 silencers and modified exhaust systems that produced noise levels higher than the 80 dB limit. According to the CJM's order dated November 13, 2024, the confiscated objects were burnt at the Aizawl Superintendent of Police's office courtyard. The Aizawl Traffic Police's tenacious efforts to reduce motorcycle-related noise pollution in the city prompted the judgment. Aizawl is hosting a lot of activities in anticipation of the holiday season, which is increasing traffic, particularly late at night. In addition to being against the law, riding a motorcycle with modified silencers pollutes the air…

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14 Nov

Joint operation leads to major drug bust and explosive seizure in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major operation, Mizoram Police and Assam Rifles seized a substantial cache of explosives and arrested two individuals near Aizawl, according to an official statement released Wednesday. Acting on intelligence inputs, a joint team set up a mobile vehicle checkpoint at Lawipu Junction, intercepting a taxi and uncovering 1,000 gelatin sticks, 1,000 detonators, and 20 meters of safety fuse. In a separate operation on November 11, security forces conducted one of the month’s largest drug busts in Champhai district. Acting on cross-border smuggling intelligence, Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police intercepted a vehicle on the Zokhawthar-Melbuk Road. The suspects abandoned…

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14 Nov

YMA calls Manipur violence “Barbaric”, demands action

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Central Coordination Committee (CCC) of the Mizoram Young Mizo Association (YMA) has condemned recent violent incidents in Manipur, demanding justice and a thorough inquiry by the Central Government. The CCC expressed deep concern over attacks in Jiribam's Zaiawn village on November 7, which involved arson and vandalism, resulting in 17 homes being destroyed. In a November 13 meeting, the CCC passed resolutions denouncing the killings, including the shooting of local teacher Mrs. Zosangkim Hmar. Additionally, the committee condemned an alleged incident on November 11 where Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel reportedly opened fire, resulting in 10 deaths and…

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14 Nov

YMA calls Manipur violence “Barbaric”, demands action

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Central Coordination Committee (CCC) of the Mizoram Young Mizo Association (YMA) has condemned recent violent incidents in Manipur, demanding justice and a thorough inquiry by the Central Government. The CCC expressed deep concern over attacks in Jiribam's Zaiawn village on November 7, which involved arson and vandalism, resulting in 17 homes being destroyed. In a November 13 meeting, the CCC passed resolutions denouncing the killings, including the shooting of local teacher Mrs. Zosangkim Hmar. Additionally, the committee condemned an alleged incident on November 11 where Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel reportedly opened fire, resulting in 10 deaths and…

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12 Nov

MSU President Samuel Zoramthanpuia granted bail in COVID-19 fund scandal

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Aizawl District Court granted bail on Monday to Mizo Students’ Union (MSU) President Samuel Zoramthanpuia in a case involving alleged mismanagement of COVID-19 relief funds. However, bail was denied in a separate case involving allegations of kidnapping and extortion, with the court citing the severity of these charges. Zoramthanpuia was initially detained last Friday by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on charges of cheating and misappropriating funds from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, specifically under Sections 420 and 403 of the Indian Penal Code. Following this, Aizawl Police took him into custody for his alleged role in the kidnapping and…

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11 Nov

Fraudulent QR Code scheme in Aizawl petrol pump exposed, 23-year-old man arrested

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

A 23-year-old man, H. Lalrohlua from Hrangchalkawn, Lunglei, was arrested in Aizawl on November 9 for a scheme in which he redirected payments to his personal account at a Mizofed petrol pump. Lalrohlua, currently residing in Aizawl’s Armed Veng area, allegedly replaced the petrol pump’s original QR code with his own, scamming customers who paid via G-Pay. The fraudulent activity came to light after CCTV footage captured Lalrohlua swapping the QR codes, and the video quickly went viral on social media. Transactions from his G-Pay account revealed payments from multiple customers, with amounts including Rs. 1000, Rs. 425, and Rs.…

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09 Nov

Mizoram Police detain MSU President Samuel Zoramthanpuia in extortion case

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The President of the Mizo Students’ Union (MSU), Samuel Zoramthanpuia, was arrested by Mizoram Police on Friday for his alleged role in a kidnapping and extortion case involving an employee of M/S Satnam Global Infraproject Ltd., a contractor under Mizoram Power & Electricity Department. The arrest was carried out in connection with a complaint filed by Bhanu Shankar Rabidas, a non-local employee residing in Aizawl. Initially detained by the Anti-Corruption Bureau on Friday morning on separate charges of fraud and misappropriation of Chief Minister's Relief Fund, Zoramthanpuia was subsequently charged with kidnapping and extortion by the Aizawl Police. According to…

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09 Nov

CM Lalduhoma unveils employee review committees for better governance

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Chief Minister Lalduhoma announced the formation of service review committees across all government departments to evaluate and enhance the efficiency of Mizoram’s workforce. Speaking at the Mizoram Secretariat Service Association conference on November 8, Lalduhoma stressed the importance of a qualified and capable workforce for the state’s development. “Service review committees will assess employees’ performance, identifying those unable to fulfill their duties or deemed unfit to continue. This ensures that only competent individuals serve the state,” the Chief Minister stated. The initiative reflects the government’s commitment to raising service standards, with Lalduhoma noting that an improvement in employee performance would…

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08 Nov

MFA bans Flavius Lalruakima and C Vanlalhriata for match-fixing

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Meghalaya Football Association (MFA) has suspended two Mizoram footballers, Flavius Lalruakima and C Vanlalhriata, who were playing for Nongkiew Irat FC in the ongoing Shillong Premier League, following allegations of their involvement in match-fixing. The MFA’s decision aligns with a ban imposed by the Mizoram Football Association (MFA), which recently barred 25 players, including Lalruakima and Vanlalhriata, along with three officials and three clubs, after a probe by Mizoram authorities uncovered corruption through match manipulation. The bans range from one year to lifetime suspensions. "We stand by our sister association and will debar these players from participating in any…

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