Mizoram

30 Jan

Foundation Day of Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura celebrated in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram observed the foundation day of Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura on January 29, 2025, with a special ceremony held at the Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan. The event was part of the Union Government’s 'Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat' initiative, which seeks to promote national unity and cultural understanding across states. While the foundation day of these three northeastern states is officially celebrated on January 21, the event in Mizoram was held today due to certain circumstances. In his opening remarks, Mizoram Governor Gen (Dr) VK Singh (Retd) extended his greetings and best wishes to the people of Manipur, Meghalaya, and Tripura.…

29 Jan

Mizoram assembly’s crucial budget session to begin on February 19

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Governor Gen (retd) V K Singh has summoned the budget session of the 9th Mizoram Legislative Assembly, set to commence on February 19, according to an official notification issued by the assembly secretariat on Tuesday. The detailed schedule for the session will be finalized by the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) in the coming days. The session will mark a crucial phase for Mizoram’s governance as the assembly prepares to deliberate on the state’s financial roadmap and key legislative matters.

28 Jan

Mizo Zirlai Pawl appeals against Indo-Myanmar border fencing

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), Mizoram's apex student body, has urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to reconsider the Centre's decision to scrap the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and fence the Indo-Myanmar border. In a letter submitted through Governor VK Singh, the MZP emphasized the FMR's role in fostering cross-border cultural, economic, and community ties between ethnic Mizos in India and Myanmar. The regime facilitates interactions crucial to preserving the Mizo way of life, including shared participation in cultural and religious ceremonies. "The proposed termination of the FMR and border fencing threaten to sever these historical and cultural bonds, infringing…

24 Jan

Patanjali Foods Ltd to build oil palm mill in Mizoram

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Edible oil giant Patanjali Foods Ltd is set to establish an oil palm mill in Mizoram, a move aimed at boosting the state's agricultural and industrial sectors. The mill will be located in Liapha, Lawngtlai district, in southern Mizoram, with the project expected to be completed within a year, according to an official statement. Two senior representatives from Patanjali Foods met Chief Minister Lalduhoma in Aizawl on Thursday to discuss the project. The company has committed to procuring oil palm from farmers across Serchhip, Lunglei, Lawngtlai, and Siaha districts, providing a much-needed market for local cultivators. Chief Minister Lalduhoma addressed…

23 Jan

Mizoram’s NGO-Govt Model praised for refugee aid

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Center for Community Development through Network, Education, Research, Training, Resource Mobilisation, and Capacity Building (Cod Nerc) and the Impulse NGO Network, Shillong, held an impact assessment meeting on Wednesday to evaluate refugee support initiatives in Mizoram.C. Lalmuanthanga, State Team Leader of Impulse NGO Network and Chairman of Cod Nerc, highlighted key initiatives from 2023. These included six months of rations for 500 refugee families and the donation of 100 hospital beds and medical equipment to the Champhai district’s Chief Medical Officer. Additionally, the organizations launched an agroforestry program, involving 241 families cultivating crops on 317.5 acres. Short-term crops were…

23 Jan

1800 players attend football trails in Mizoram

editorMizoram

Sudeva Delhi FC, a leading name in Indian football development, hosted two football trials this month in Mizoram and Assam, attracting an overwhelming response from grassroots football talent. Held on January 17 in Aizawl, Mizoram, and January 19 in Kokrajhar, Assam, the trials saw the participation of over 1800 players from both states waiting for an opportunity to train with Sudeva's residential football academy in Delhi. Anuj Gupta, President of Sudeva, personally attended both events, demonstrating his commitment to discovering and nurturing football talent from across India. A pioneer in grassroots football development, Gupta has been conducting pan-India trials for…

22 Jan

Mizoram Police celebrate 53rd Raising Day

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Mizoram Police commemorated their 53rd Raising Day on January 21 with celebrations at the G.S. Arya Mess. Mizoram DGP Anil Shukla, senior officers, and retired personnel attended the event, which highlighted the force’s achievements and expressed gratitude to the public for their cooperation.Since its establishment on January 21, 1972, the Mizoram Police have played a pivotal role in maintaining law and order. In 2024, the force made significant strides, particularly in combating drug trafficking. Seizures included heroin, methamphetamine, and crystal meth valued at over ₹211 crore. Additionally, nearly 13 lakh kilograms of illegally imported foreign arecanuts and a cache…

21 Jan

Mizoram free from ASF pig deaths in January, officials remain cautious

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram has reported no pig deaths due to African Swine Fever (ASF) in January 2025, marking a continuation of a positive trend, according to the state’s Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Department. However, officials remain cautious, warning that the disease could resurface with the onset of warmer weather. Since the outbreak was first reported in Lungsen village, Lunglei district, in March 2021, ASF has claimed over 62,000 pigs, leading to significant economic losses. In 2024 alone, 14,950 pigs succumbed to ASF, while 24,177 were culled as a preventive measure, resulting in losses exceeding ₹330 crore. The cumulative monetary loss due to…

20 Jan

7.16 grams of Heroin seized in Siaha town, two arrested

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Assam Rifles and the Excise and Narcotics Department seized 7.16 grams of Heroin No. 4 worth ₹5.01 lakh in Siaha town, Mizoram, on January 18. Two individuals involved in smuggling the contraband were apprehended during the operation. Based on specific intelligence about drug trafficking from Myanmar into India, an Area Domination Patrol intercepted the suspects in Siaha. Upon searching them, officials discovered the heroin, reportedly being prepared for handover to a local contact. The seized contraband and the accused were handed over to the police for further investigation and legal proceedings. Drug trafficking remains a significant challenge in Mizoram, which…

18 Jan

Mizoram’s ZORO to hold protests against new border restrictions

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

The Zo Re-Unification Organization (ZORO), a Chin-Kuki-Mizo group based in Mizoram, announced plans to stage demonstrations across Aizawl and other parts of the state on January 29. The protests aim to oppose the alleged scrapping of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) and the introduction of a border pass system along the Indo-Myanmar border. ZORO General Secretary L. Ramdinliana Renthlei stated that the organization, representing ethnic Zo or Mizo tribes in India, Myanmar, and Bangladesh, convened a meeting chaired by its president, R. Sangkawia. Key issues discussed included the alleged end of the FMR, fencing along the Indo-Myanmar border, and the…