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04 May

Union Minister Bats for Boosting Sericulture Development in Mizoram

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The Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh has said that Mizoram holds significant potential in sericulture and fiber-based industries. Singh, who is on a two-day visit to the state, stated that the introduction of small, community-level machinery is crucial for efficient fiber extraction and cocoon processing. He underlined that decentralized infrastructure would not only enhance production but also empower rural communities by creating sustainable livelihood opportunities. He was addressing a meeting at Lok Bhavan in Aizawl, which was attended by Sericulture Minister Lalthansanga, along with officials from the Sericulture Department, Cooperation Department, Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Department, Eastern Zone Weavers’ Service…

03 May

Big Blow to Drug Trafficking: ₹38.7 Crore Meth Tablets Confiscated in Mizoram

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Three persons were arrested with methamphetamine tablets worth Rs 38.7 crore in two back-to-back operations in East Mizoram's Champhai district along the India-Myanmar border. In the first operati, a joint team of the Assam Rifles and the state police recovered 3.46 kg of meth tablets valued at Rs 10.40 crore from Balukai at Crossing Point-II in Zokhawthar village near the international border, a source said. In the second operation, security forces intercepted a suspected vehicle at Melbuk Gate along the World Bank Road in Zokhawthar and seized 9.46 kg of meth tablets worth Rs 28.38 crore, he added.

03 May

CM Participates in Mizoram Rural Bank Branch Managers’ Conclav

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Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma attended the Mizoram Rural Bank (MRB) Branch Managers’ Conclave 2026 as the Chief Guest at the MRB Head Office in Aizawl. Prakash Chandra Baror, General Manager (A&S), SBI Corporate Centre, graced the occasion as Guest of Honor. In his address, the chief minister expressed pride that Mizoram possesses one of the most progressive regional rural banks in India. He commended Mizoram Rural Bank for its consistent growth and achievements, particularly highlighting its outstanding Credit-Deposit (CD) ratio. He noted that a high CD ratio reflects the bank’s commitment to channeling deposits back into the community through loans,…

03 May

CM Attends Mizoram Rural Bank Branch Managers’ Conclave

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Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma attended the Mizoram Rural Bank (MRB) Branch Managers’ Conclave 2026 as the Chief Guest at the MRB Head Office in Aizawl. Prakash Chandra Baror, General Manager (A&S), SBI Corporate Centre, graced the occasion as Guest of Honor. In his address, the chief minister expressed pride that Mizoram possesses one of the most progressive regional rural banks in India. He commended Mizoram Rural Bank for its consistent growth and achievements, particularly highlighting its outstanding Credit-Deposit (CD) ratio. He noted that a high CD ratio reflects the bank’s commitment to channeling deposits back into the community through loans,…

30 Apr

State Govt Introduces App to Boost Disaster Monitoring and Public Reporting in Mizoram

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The Mizoram government has launched a mobile application to facilitate quick communication and information sharing in the event of a disaster. The ‘Khuarel’ app was unveiled by Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Minister Lalnilawma in Aizawl. The programme was organized jointly by the Disaster Management & Rehabilitation (DM&R) Department and Buannel Geo Solutions & Services. The platform aims to enable instant communication between the public, government agencies, and disaster management authorities. While delivering his speech at the launch, Lalnilawma stated that the Khuarel App is designed to enable quick communication and information sharing between the public, DM&R Department, and the State…

28 Apr

Aizawl Hosts Union Minister of State for Home Affairs

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Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar arrived in Aizawl on Monday ay on a two-day visit. He was received at Lengpui Airport by Dr. Andrew H. Vanlaldika, Additional Secretary, Home Department and C. Lalremruati, Protocol Officer. Kumar had a meeting with officials from various departments of the Government of Mizoram at MINECO Conference Hall. During the meeting, the Union Minister said that he had travelled from afar just to listen to the concerns and needs of the people and then urged the senior government officials present to speak freely and frankly about their concerns and priorities…

28 Apr

Mizoram Governor Urges Action for Revival of Chite Lui River

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Mizoram Governor General Vijay Kumar Singh has called for sustained, coordinated efforts to restore the Chite Lui river, as he reviewed the progress of the Save Chite Lui Action Plan and discussed the road map for its second phase at Lok Bhavan in Aizawl. Chairing a meeting with the Save Chite Lui Coordination Committee and officials of the Public Works Department (PWD), the Governor, who is also the patron of the committee, was briefed in detail on Phase II of the initiative aimed at conserving and rejuvenating the river, which has long been under environmental stress. Emphasizing the urgency of…

22 Apr

High Voter Turnout in Aizawl Civic Polls as ZPM, MNF Battle for Control of Municipal Corporation

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More than 61 per cent of voters cast their votes in the elections to the Aizawl Municipal Corporation on Tuesday, with polling taking place in a calm and orderly manner across the city.According to officials, around 61.14 per cent of the 2.39 lakh registered voters exercised their franchise in all 19 wards. Voting started at 7 am and continued till 5 pm without any report of violence or disruption. Authorities said the final turnout figure may change slightly once the official count is completed. Chief Minister Lalduhoma expressed confidence that his party, the Zoram People's Movement, would win a clear…

22 Apr

Massive Anti-Drug Operation Near Myanmar Border Sees Seizure and Destruction of Heroin, Methamphetamine

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In one of the largest anti-drug operations in the state, authorities in Mizoram have destroyed narcotics worth more than ₹465 crore in Champhai district, close to the India-Myanmar border.Officials said the seized drugs were destroyed on April 21 after receiving clearance from the district court. The narcotics had been recovered by police from different locations along the border between March and October 2025.The destroyed consignment included 35.85 kg of heroin valued at ₹71.7 crore, 490.89 kg of methamphetamine worth ₹392.71 crore, and 4.74 kg of alprazolam estimated at around ₹94.8 lakh. The operation was carried out under strict supervision, following…

22 Apr

Over 61% Polling Marks Aizawl Civic Elections

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Elections to the 19-member Aizawl Municipal Corporation (AMC) recorded an over 61 per cent voter turnout on Tuesday, with polling conducted peacefully across the 274 voting centers, the Mizoram State Election Commission reported. According to an election official, 61.14 per cent of the 2.39 lakh registered voters exercised their franchise across all the 19 wards, reflecting the city’s commitment to urban self-governance. The final turnout figure may, however, vary slightly as the official tally is yet to be confirmed. Voting began at 7 am and concluded at 5 pm without any reports of law-and-order disturbances. Notably, the battle for the…