Mizoram

26 Dec

Mizoram celebrates Christmas with peace, unity, and community spirit

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram celebrated Christmas on Wednesday with a spirit of peace and community. Churches across the state, from various denominations, held serene services featuring uplifting sermons by pastors, traditional hymns performed by choirs, and warm gatherings with tea and snacks for attendees after the services. The state capital, Aizawl, remained calm and peaceful throughout Christmas Eve and the following day, with no reports of street violence or accidents, according to local police. In a gesture of goodwill, Mizoram’s Home Minister K. Sapdanga visited several police stations across the city, culminating in a Christmas cake-cutting ceremony at the main Aizawl Police Station…

23 Dec

Zoram People’s Movement deemands centre’s reversal of PAR decision in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Zoram People's Movement (ZPM), Mizoram’s ruling party, has urged the Centre to reconsider its decision to reimpose the Protected Area Regime (PAR) in the state, citing concerns over its negative impact on tourism and the ethnic Mizo movement. On December 21, the Centre reintroduced the PAR in Mizoram, Manipur, and Nagaland, aiming to regulate the movement of foreigners due to growing security concerns linked to an influx from neighboring countries. However, the ZPM strongly opposed the move, highlighting that Mizoram is one of the most peaceful states in the country and is making significant strides in developing its tourism…

21 Dec

Mizoram to reimpose protected area regime amid security concerns

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram government is working to implement the Protected Area Regime (PAR) following a directive from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to reinstate the system after 13 years of relaxation. Mizoram Home Secretary Vanlalmawia stated that preparations are underway, including training Foreigner Registration Office officials on permit issuance through e-portals. A notification to inform the public about the reimposition will be issued if deemed necessary. Under the reinstated PAR, foreigners visiting Mizoram must obtain a Protected Area Permit (PAP) or Restricted Area Permit (RAP) as per the Foreigners Protected Areas Order, 1958. These permits were previously relaxed to boost…

20 Dec

Police on high alert as two Myanmarese women escape from Mizoram jail

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Two Myanmarese women inmates have escaped from a jail in Mizoram's Champhai district, officials confirmed on Thursday, December 18. The escapees have been identified as Vansuieni alias Suinunfeli (36) from Tahan in Myanmar’s Sagaing division and Lalchhanmawii (44) from Khawmawi village in Myanmar’s Chin state. According to police, the duo managed to escape through a toilet constructed with tin sheets, exploiting the weak infrastructure of the facility. Lalchhanmawii, who has a history of escaping from custody, had previously fled the Women’s Central Jail in Aizawl on November 30 last year. After several months on the run, she was rearrested on…

19 Dec

Governor Kambhampati urges ICAR to help Mizoram maximize oil palm production

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati emphasized the potential of Mizoram to emerge as a leading oil palm producer in India during a meeting with a team from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research - Indian Institute of Oil Palm Research (ICAR-IIOPR) on December 18. Interacting with ICAR experts at the Raj Bhavan, the Governor underscored the urgent need to reduce India’s dependency on imported edible oils by boosting local production. Highlighting Mizoram’s capacity, he called for focused efforts to address farmers’ challenges and enhance cultivation practices. “Mizoram has the potential to significantly contribute to India’s self-reliance in edible oil…

18 Dec

Assam Rifles rescues four De Brazza’s monkeys in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

In a major operation against wildlife trafficking, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Mizoram Forest Department, rescued four exotic De Brazza’s monkeys valued at ₹60 lakh in Zokhawthar, Champhai district, on December 17. A Myanmarese national was apprehended in connection with the incident. The operation, based on specific intelligence, was conducted near Crossing Point III (Thangkhupa Kai). Troops from the COB Zokhawthar launched an ambush in the area, successfully intercepting the trafficker attempting to smuggle the rare primates across the Indo-Myanmar border. The suspect, identified as 40-year-old Lalchhanhim from Tiau, Khawmawi in Myanmar, tried to evade capture but was…

17 Dec

Mizoram CM Lalduhoma launches ambitious Rubber Mission to boost agriculture

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Chief Minister Lalduhoma on December 16 unveiled the Mizoram Chief Minister’s Rubber Mission, an ambitious initiative aimed at transforming the state’s agricultural sector. The launch event, held at Dawrpui Multipurpose Hall in Aizawl, was attended by Minister for Land Resources, Soil & Water Conservation, Pu Lalthansanga, as the guest of honour. Speaking at the event, CM Lalduhoma acknowledged the challenges Mizoram’s farmers have faced with past government-supported crop initiatives, which often led to disillusionment. He emphasized the economic and environmental benefits of rubber cultivation, calling it a sustainable and high-demand global crop with the potential to generate consistent income for…

14 Dec

The governor of Mizoram honours 35 members of the Assam Rifles

Banasree SarkarMizoramMizoram Governor

Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati of Mizoram felicitated 35 members of the Assam Rifles for their service in the line of duty. At the esteemed Investiture Ceremony, the Governor's Gold and Silver Medals were given to the recipients. Under the direction of Inspector General Assam Rifles (East), the Assam Rifles held the investiture ceremony on December 13 at Raj Bhavan's Circular Lawn. 35 Assam Rifles troops received Governor's Gold and Silver medals from the governor, including 15 Gold and 20 Silver awards for 2024. Speaking to the crowd, Governor Kambhampati expressed gratitude for the way the event was run and pointed…

14 Dec

Mizoram’s excise department nabs two with heroin and meth in Aizawl’s Khatla

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Department seized a large quantity of heroin and methamphetamine in Aizawl’s Khatla locality on the night of December 12. Two individuals were apprehended in connection with the case. The seizure included: 787 grams of heroin3.93 kilograms of methamphetamineThe arrested individuals were identified as: Lalhlunrenga (41): Resident of New Champhai, currently residing in Zorinpui, Lawngtlai DistrictLalthangzuala (39): Resident of Champhai VengsangAuthorities also confiscated a Mahindra Bolero pick-up vehicle (registration number MZ01 X-9894) used for transporting the drugs. The accused have been booked under the NDPS Act, 1985. In a separate operation, the Assam Rifles and Land…

13 Dec

Mizoram Oil Palm growers meet governor over payment delays

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Leaders of oil palm growers from Mizoram's Mamit and Kolasib districts met Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati at Raj Bhavan to discuss challenges faced in cultivation and payment issues under the National Mission on Edible Oils-Oil Palm (NMEO-OP). During the meeting, the growers highlighted the delay in receiving viability gap payments for the years 2022-2024. This issue has adversely impacted oil palm sellers and hindered the growth of the sector in the state. Governor Kambhampati emphasized the importance of achieving self-sufficiency in edible oil production, stating that India currently imports the majority of its edible oil requirements. He noted Mizoram’s…