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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…

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…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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…

08 Nov

Meghalaya Bars 2 Footballers Banned By Mizoram State Association On Match-Fixing Charges

editorMizoram

Two football players from Mizoram, Flavius Lalruakima and C Vanlalhriata, who are presently participating in the Shillong Premier League with the city-based Nongkiew Irat FC, were suspended by the Meghalaya Football Association. Officials claim they were involved in match-fixing activities in their native state, which led to the decision. According to officials, Lalruakima and Vanlalhriata were two of 25 players who are now banned from the Mizoram Football Association for engaging in unlawful activities inside the sport. Due to their unlawful football-related activities, the Mizoram FA banned three officials, three clubs, and twenty-five players from all football-related activities for a…

06 Nov

MNF-HPC secures majority in Sinlung Hills Council polls

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizo National Front (MNF) and its ally, the Hmar People's Convention (HPC Reformed), achieved a decisive victory in the Sinlung Hills Council (SHC) elections held on November 5, securing seven out of the 12 seats. The MNF-HPC(R) coalition outperformed the ruling Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) and the Hmar People's Convention (HPC), with ZPM managing to win only three of the eight seats it contested. According to results released by the State Election Commission on November 5, the HPC did not win any of the four seats it contested, while the Congress secured just one seat. The Bharatiya Janata Party…

05 Nov

Voting process is under going in Sinlung hills of Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Polling for Mizoram’s 12-member Sinlung Hills Council (SHC) began early today, with 38 booths open for voters across the region. Voting commenced at 7 am under tight security, especially near critical areas along the Assam and Manipur borders, where authorities have sealed entry points to maintain order. According to officials, 23,789 voters—including 11,914 women—are eligible to participate in the election. Vote counting will take place after 4 pm once ballot boxes are secured at constituency headquarters. A total of 49 candidates, including a woman, are competing for 12 seats. The Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) and its ally, the Hmar People's…