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Mizoram Congress alleges massive misuse of restricted tenders by MNF, ZPM governments

Mizoram Congress alleges massive misuse of restricted tenders by MNF, ZPM governments

Jul 11, 2026

Senior Mizoram Congress leader TT Zothansanga on July 10 accused both the previous Mizo National Front (MNF) government and the incumbent Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) administration of extensively misusing the restricted tender system to award public contracts through opaque and questionable processes.

Mizoram floods force evacuation of 80 families; landslides cut off southern districts

Mizoram floods force evacuation of 80 families; landslides cut off southern districts

Jul 11, 2026

More than 80 families have been evacuated to safer locations in Mizoram after the Khawthlangtuipui River overflowed in Lunglei district following nearly a week of incessant rainfall, officials said on July 10.

Mizoram seizes drugs worth Rs 414 crore in six months, 312 arrested

Mizoram seizes drugs worth Rs 414 crore in six months, 312 arrested

Jul 11, 2026

Mizoram Police seized narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances worth more than Rs 414.66 crore during the first six months of 2026, arresting 312 people, including 57 foreign nationals, in a major crackdown on drug trafficking across the state.

BJP-ZPM alliance retains control of Chakma council as Nirupam Chakma wins trust vote

BJP-ZPM alliance retains control of Chakma council as Nirupam Chakma wins trust vote

Jul 10, 2026

The BJP-Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) alliance retained power in Mizoram's Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) on July 9 after newly sworn-in Chief Executive Member (CEM) Nirupam Chakma comfortably won a floor test with the support of 18 members in the 20-member council.

Mizoram police seize Rs 2.3 crore worth of manta ray gill plates; drugs and smuggled goods also recovered

Mizoram police seize Rs 2.3 crore worth of manta ray gill plates; drugs and smuggled goods also recovered

Jul 09, 2026

Police in Mizoram seized suspected manta ray gill plates worth Rs 2.3 crore and arrested two men in Champhai. The recovery was part of wider anti-smuggling operations that also uncovered drugs and suspected cross-border goods.

Mizoram, Manipur among four states where draft electoral rolls lose nearly 22 lakh voters

Mizoram, Manipur among four states where draft electoral rolls lose nearly 22 lakh voters

Jul 09, 2026

Draft electoral rolls in Mizoram, Odisha, Manipur and Sikkim have excluded nearly 22 lakh voters during Phase 3 of the SIR exercise. While those left out can still seek inclusion, the revision has drawn scrutiny after unsubstantiated claims and opposition criticism.

MZP disputes Mizoram CEO's SIR claims, flags sharp voter surge in Chakma villages

MZP disputes Mizoram CEO's SIR claims, flags sharp voter surge in Chakma villages

Jul 09, 2026

Mizoram's influential student body, the Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP) on July 8 challenged Chief Electoral Officer Garima Gupta's assertion that the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 has not detected any abnormal growth in the state's electoral roll, alleging significant increases in voter numbers in Chakma-majority villages.

'Integrity must define every police career': Mizoram CM Lalduhoma's message to MPS trainees

'Integrity must define every police career': Mizoram CM Lalduhoma's message to MPS trainees

Jul 08, 2026

Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma urged MPS trainees to build their careers on integrity, discipline and professionalism. He said compassion, language skills and technological readiness will shape effective public service.

Meet the Cinderella man from Mizoram who fought drugs to become a world champion

Meet the Cinderella man from Mizoram who fought drugs to become a world champion

Jul 08, 2026

Joseph Vanlalhruaia's journey from battling drug addiction to becoming a world champion in combat sports is one of resilience, redemption and determination.

Researchers discover two bat species in India for the first time during Mizoram survey

Researchers discover two bat species in India for the first time during Mizoram survey

Jul 08, 2026

Researchers have recorded two bat species in Mizoram for the first time in India. The findings extend their known range into South Asia and underline the region's biodiversity value.

Mizoram's Natural History Museum becomes India's 21st biodiversity repository

Mizoram's Natural History Museum becomes India's 21st biodiversity repository

Jul 07, 2026

The Union environment ministry has designated Mizoram's Natural History Museum a repository under the Biological Diversity Act. The move expands India's specimen conservation network and strengthens biodiversity documentation in the Northeast.

Mizoram parties seek deletion of unverifiable names from draft electoral rolls

Mizoram parties seek deletion of unverifiable names from draft electoral rolls

Jul 07, 2026

Mizoram's political parties have jointly asked for draft roll entries without verifiable linkage to the 2005 SIR to be deleted. The resolution also seeks closer verification of doubtful names with civil society groups as the state moves towards final rolls on September 6.

Mizoram ropes in Shillong hotel for four-star hotel project in Aizawl

Mizoram ropes in Shillong hotel for four-star hotel project in Aizawl

Jul 07, 2026

Mizoram has signed a concession agreement with Shillong-based Hotel Polo Towers Ltd to develop a four-star hotel at the Chaltlang Tourist Lodge in Aizawl. The project marks a fresh push for tourism infrastructure while keeping the land under state ownership.

Mizoram may issue more taxi permits if Mizotaxi fleet falls short of demand

Mizoram may issue more taxi permits if Mizotaxi fleet falls short of demand

Jul 06, 2026

The Mizoram government may issue additional taxi permits if the number of vehicles registered on the newly launched Mizotaxi mobile application is found to be insufficient to meet public demand, officials said on Monday, July 6.

Mizoram seeks Centre's support for ginger processing units, bamboo industry

Mizoram seeks Centre's support for ginger processing units, bamboo industry

Jul 04, 2026

Mizoram has asked the Centre to support large-scale ginger processing units and wider bamboo use in industry. The state also sought stronger market infrastructure and an MSME facilitation office to boost growth.

No foreigners found in Mizoram electoral rolls after revision, says Chief Electoral Officer

No foreigners found in Mizoram electoral rolls after revision, says Chief Electoral Officer

Jul 04, 2026

Mizoram Chief Electoral Officer Garima Gupta on Saturday dismissed allegations that foreign nationals had been included in the state's electoral rolls, asserting that the recently concluded voter verification exercise found no such irregularities and that there had been no abnormal growth in the number of voters.

Centre assures support for MSME technology centre in Mizoram

Centre assures support for MSME technology centre in Mizoram

Jul 03, 2026

The Centre has assured Mizoram of support for setting up an MSME technology centre, a move aimed at boosting skill development, entrepreneurship and industrial growth in the state.

Mizoram cracks down on fake GST registrations; fraudulent applicants under scanner

Mizoram cracks down on fake GST registrations; fraudulent applicants under scanner

Jul 03, 2026

The Mizoram government has launched a crackdown on fraudulent Goods and Services Tax (GST) registrations after detecting multiple applications submitted using forged documents and false business details.

Mizoram home minister stresses effective implementation of new criminal laws

Mizoram home minister stresses effective implementation of new criminal laws

Jul 03, 2026

Mizoram Home Minister K Sapdanga told a conference in Aizawl that the new criminal laws must be properly understood and implemented. He said their success will depend on stronger coordination, training and technology-led enforcement.

Three killed as speeding car slams into parked truck in Mizoram

Three killed as speeding car slams into parked truck in Mizoram

Jul 02, 2026

A speeding Assam-registered car crashed into a parked truck on NH-306 in Kolasib, killing three people and injuring two others. Police and Young Mizo Association volunteers launched a rescue operation, and the incident is under investigation.

112 convicted in 35 corruption cases as Mizoram ACB releases first annual report

112 convicted in 35 corruption cases as Mizoram ACB releases first annual report

Jul 02, 2026

Mizoram's Anti-Corruption Bureau released its first annual report, detailing 112 convictions in 35 cases. Chief Minister Lalduhoma said it should reinforce integrity, transparency and collective action against corruption.