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Mizoram: BSF, Excise department seize Rs 4.79 crore worth narcotics in Aizawl, four arrested

Mizoram: BSF, Excise department seize Rs 4.79 crore worth narcotics in Aizawl, four arrested

Nov 22, 2025

The BSF Aizawl, in a joint operation with the Excise & Narcotics Department, Mizoram, seized drugs worth Rs 4.79 crore and arrested four individuals, including two Myanmar nationals. The coordinated operation unfolded late Thursday night and continued into the early hours of Saturday, November 22.

Mizoram's Zo Re-Unification Organisation opposes Centre’s move to resume Indo-Myanmar border fencing

Mizoram's Zo Re-Unification Organisation opposes Centre’s move to resume Indo-Myanmar border fencing

Nov 21, 2025

The Zo Re-Unification Organisation (ZORO), a Mizoram-based body representing the Chin, Kuki, Mizo and Zomi tribes across India, Myanmar and Bangladesh, on November 21, reiterated its strong opposition to the central government’s reported move to restart fencing along the Mizoram stretch of the Indo-Myanmar border.

Rs 61 crore drug haul in Mizoram; three arrested in major NDPS crackdown

Rs 61 crore drug haul in Mizoram; three arrested in major NDPS crackdown

Nov 21, 2025

Over Rs 61 crore worth of narcotics were seized in Mizoram in two major operations within 24 hours, with three persons arrested in connection with interstate drug trafficking.

Mizoram reverses decision, state university’s main centre to come up in Lunglei

Mizoram reverses decision, state university’s main centre to come up in Lunglei

Nov 21, 2025

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on November 20 announced that the main centre of the proposed state university will now be established in Lunglei, reversing the government’s earlier decision to set it up in Aizawl.

Mizoram court jails 70-year-old man for 10 years for raping minor granddaughter

Mizoram court jails 70-year-old man for 10 years for raping minor granddaughter

Nov 20, 2025

A fast-track court in Mizoram’s Kolasib district on Thursday sentenced a 70-year-old man to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping his minor granddaughter.

Mizoram marks national traffic award with 50% bus fare alash for Aizawl commuters

Mizoram marks national traffic award with 50% bus fare alash for Aizawl commuters

Nov 20, 2025

The Mizoram government on Thursday announced a 50 per cent reduction in bus fares for commuters using city buses within Aizawl for one day, as part of celebrations marking a special national award received for the state’s traffic management system.

Two Myanmar nationals held as BSF seizes meth, heroin worth Rs 26 crore near Aizawl

Two Myanmar nationals held as BSF seizes meth, heroin worth Rs 26 crore near Aizawl

Nov 20, 2025

In a major anti-narcotics operation, the Border Security Force (BSF), in coordination with the Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Department, seized methamphetamine tablets and heroin worth over Rs 26 crore near Aizawl.

Mizoram completes 58% biometric enrolment of Myanmar refugees; process slowed by connectivity issues

Mizoram completes 58% biometric enrolment of Myanmar refugees; process slowed by connectivity issues

Nov 20, 2025

Mizoram has completed 58.15 per cent biometric enrolment of more than 31,000 Myanmar refugees currently sheltered across all 11 districts of the state, a senior Home Department official said.

Smuggling of drugs and Burmese areca nuts drops sharply along Mizoram-Myanmar border

Smuggling of drugs and Burmese areca nuts drops sharply along Mizoram-Myanmar border

Nov 20, 2025

Smuggling of drugs and Burmese areca nuts from Myanmar into Mizoram has seen a sharp decline due to tightened security measures along the international border, Chief Minister Lalduhoma was informed during a review meeting on November 19.

Mizoram: ZPM MLA resigns as finance advisor days after Dampa Bypoll defeat

Mizoram: ZPM MLA resigns as finance advisor days after Dampa Bypoll defeat

Nov 20, 2025

ZPM MLA TBC Lalvenchhunga has resigned from his post as Finance and Planning Advisor to Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma, an official said.

Mizoram hikes DA for employees to 44%, another increase set for April 2026

Mizoram hikes DA for employees to 44%, another increase set for April 2026

Nov 19, 2025

The Mizoram government has approved a 4 per cent increase in dearness allowance (DA) for its employees, raising it from 40 per cent to 44 per cent of their basic pay with effect from November 1.

Mizoram tourism minister bets on music festivals to lift visitor numbers

Mizoram tourism minister bets on music festivals to lift visitor numbers

Nov 16, 2025

Mizoram's tourism minister believes music festivals will attract more visitors and highlight the state's cultural richness. The government plans to promote these events to boost tourism and support local artists

Mizoram: MNF retains Dampa seat as R Lalthangliana wins bypoll by 562 votes

Mizoram: MNF retains Dampa seat as R Lalthangliana wins bypoll by 562 votes

Nov 14, 2025

The Mizo National Front (MNF) on Friday retained the Dampa assembly seat in Mamit district, with its candidate R Lalthangliana defeating Vanlalsailova of the ruling Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) by 562 votes, according to the Election Commission.

Assam Rifles, Mizoram Police seize Meth worth Rs 45 crore in Saitual district

Assam Rifles, Mizoram Police seize Meth worth Rs 45 crore in Saitual district

Nov 13, 2025

In a major anti-narcotics operation, Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police seized 15 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets valued at around Rs 45 crore in Ngopa under Saitual district.

Lunglei DC issues public notice on unregistered doctors practising in Mizoram

Lunglei DC issues public notice on unregistered doctors practising in Mizoram

Nov 12, 2025

The Deputy Commissioner of Lunglei District, Navneet Mann, has issued a stern public notice alerting citizens to the illegal practice of unregistered doctors operating in Mizoram.

Mizoram: Scrutiny completed for 2-Dampa (ST) by-election; officials report peaceful polling and high voter turnout

Mizoram: Scrutiny completed for 2-Dampa (ST) by-election; officials report peaceful polling and high voter turnout

Nov 12, 2025

The scrutiny process for the 2-Dampa (ST) Assembly Constituency bye-election, held on November 11, was conducted on Wednesday under the supervision of General Observer M.T. Reju, IAS, at the office of Returning Officer Malsawmzuala.

YMA adopts resolutions to safeguard Mizo identity and strengthen ILP enforcement

YMA adopts resolutions to safeguard Mizo identity and strengthen ILP enforcement

Nov 12, 2025

The Central Coordination Committee (CCC) of the Young Mizo Association (YMA) convened its 104th meeting on Wednesday at the Central YMA Hall, Tuikhuahtlang.

Waterborne disease outbreak claims five lives in Mizoram’s Lawngtlai; probe traces possible link to Myanmar village

Waterborne disease outbreak claims five lives in Mizoram’s Lawngtlai; probe traces possible link to Myanmar village

Nov 12, 2025

Authorities in Mizoram’s Lawngtlai district have launched an investigation into a suspected waterborne disease outbreak that has claimed five lives — four from Salachhuah village in Myanmar and one from Kakichhuah village in Mizoram.

Mizoram: ZPM, MNF and Congress declare candidates for Lai Autonomous District Council Elections

Nov 12, 2025

Three major political parties in Mizoram, the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM), Mizo National Front (MNF), and the Indian National Congress (INC),  have officially announced their candidates for the Lai Autonomous District Council (LADC) polls scheduled to be held on December 3.

Mizoram blind football team clinches Greater Lions Vision Cup 2025 in Siliguri

Mizoram blind football team clinches Greater Lions Vision Cup 2025 in Siliguri

Nov 12, 2025

The Mizoram blind football team has once again brought glory to the state by winning the Greater Lions Vision Cup 2025, held from November 8–9 at Siliguri, North Bengal. Representing the Mizoram Blind Sports Association (MBSA), the team showcased exceptional skill and teamwork, remaining unbeaten throughout the league stage before sealing the title in an emphatic finish.

Mizoram honoured for exemplary traffic management at Urban Mobility India Conference

Mizoram honoured for exemplary traffic management at Urban Mobility India Conference

Nov 12, 2025

Mizoram has been honoured with a special award for outstanding performance in traffic management during the 18th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference, held recently in Gurugram, Haryana, an official statement said.