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Mizoram launches Northeast’s first ‘New Age Tech Skills Centre’ in Aizawl

Mizoram launches Northeast’s first ‘New Age Tech Skills Centre’ in Aizawl

May 29, 2026

Mizoram school education minister Vanlalthlana on May 29 inaugurated the Northeast region’s first-ever “New Age Tech Skills Centre” at the Government Comprehensive Model School in Aizawl, officials said.

Two arrested after over 9 kg meth tablets seized near Myanmar border in Mizoram

Two arrested after over 9 kg meth tablets seized near Myanmar border in Mizoram

May 28, 2026

A joint team seized 9.8 kg of methamphetamine tablets in Lawngtlai and arrested two men. The case has been registered under the NDPS Act as investigators track the supply route.

Mizoram Congress urges state government to suspend fuel cess amid rising prices

Mizoram Congress urges state government to suspend fuel cess amid rising prices

May 28, 2026

The Mizoram Pradesh Congress Committee has urged the state government to suspend the cess on petrol and diesel amid rising fuel prices. The party said the levy is worsening transport costs and inflation for consumers.

NEC invests Rs 339 crore in Mizoram development projects during 15th Finance Commission period

NEC invests Rs 339 crore in Mizoram development projects during 15th Finance Commission period

May 28, 2026

The North Eastern Council said it has invested Rs 339.06 crore in Mizoram projects between 2022 and 2026. The spending covered roads, social sectors, agriculture, tourism and outreach programmes linked to regional connectivity.

Mizoram MP seeks World Bank support for infrastructure projects in State

Mizoram MP seeks World Bank support for infrastructure projects in State

May 27, 2026

Mizoram's lone Rajya Sabha MP Vanlalvena has sought support from the World Bank for a series of infrastructure and economic development projects in Mizoram during a meeting with senior officials in Washington DC.

Mizoram plans Rs 2,289-crore hydropower project on Tuivai river

Mizoram plans Rs 2,289-crore hydropower project on Tuivai river

May 27, 2026

The Mizoram government is planning to set up a 132-MW hydropower project on the Tuivai river in Saitual district near the Manipur border to strengthen electricity generation amid rising power demand in the state.

Five held, including two minors, for assaulting youth in Aizawl

Five held, including two minors, for assaulting youth in Aizawl

May 27, 2026

Five persons, including two minors, have been arrested in connection with the assault of a 19-year-old youth in Aizawl, police said on May 27.

Mizoram tourism staff support reappointment of retired director despite student protests

Mizoram tourism staff support reappointment of retired director despite student protests

May 27, 2026

The MTSA has defended the Mizoram government's decision to re-engage R Lalrodingi as tourism director after protests by the MZP. The association said the move is temporary, does not block promotions, and reflects the department's staffing needs.

Northeast has vast untapped potential in fisheries sector: Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh

Northeast has vast untapped potential in fisheries sector: Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh

May 26, 2026

Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh visited fishery farms at Lengpui near Aizawl and distributed fish seed to local farmers. He said the Northeast has major room for fisheries growth and assured continued central support.

Mizoram plans sweeping land reforms, new law to replace 2013 act

Mizoram plans sweeping land reforms, new law to replace 2013 act

May 26, 2026

The Mizoram government is set to introduce a comprehensive new land law aimed at modernising land administration and addressing evolving governance requirements, Land Revenue and Settlement Minister B Lalchhanzova said on May 26.

Centre announces initiatives to boost Mizoram’s cooperative dairy sector

Centre announces initiatives to boost Mizoram’s cooperative dairy sector

May 26, 2026

Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh has announced a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening Mizoram’s cooperative dairy sector, while stressing the need to increase milk production in the state to meet local demand.

Three killed after car plunges into gorge in Mizoram’s Lunglei district

Three killed after car plunges into gorge in Mizoram’s Lunglei district

May 25, 2026

Three people from Hauruang village died after their car skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in Mizoram's Lunglei district. The crash came to light after a missing complaint triggered a search, and police are continuing their investigation.

Mizoram to hire 350 police, launch Aizawl safety mission

Mizoram to hire 350 police, launch Aizawl safety mission

May 25, 2026

Mizoram Home Minister K Sapdanga announced recruitment for 350 police personnel and 94 home guards, alongside a Rs 35 crore urban safety project for Aizawl. The push combines merit-based hiring with long-term work to tackle landslides, drainage congestion and flooding.

Mizo students’ body protests re-employment of retired tourism official

Mizo students’ body protests re-employment of retired tourism official

May 25, 2026

Members of Mizoram’s influential student body, the Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), on May 25 staged a protest outside the office of the state tourism director, demanding the removal of a retired official who was recently re-employed by the government.

MZP accuses Mizoram CM of favouritism over re-employment of retired official

MZP accuses Mizoram CM of favouritism over re-employment of retired official

May 23, 2026

Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP) accuses Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma of favouritism in rehiring retired official. The organisation demands a transparent and fair appointment process.

Mizoram clears 52 schools for provincialisation, 288 left out

Mizoram clears 52 schools for provincialisation, 288 left out

May 22, 2026

The Mizoram government on May 22 announced that only 52 out of 340 schools earlier approved for upgradation have been found eligible for provincialisation after a review of the prescribed criteria.

Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seizes 60,000 kg of smuggled areca nuts in northeast operations

Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seizes 60,000 kg of smuggled areca nuts in northeast operations

May 22, 2026

The DRI intercepted 60,000 kilograms of smuggled areca nuts in the northeast during targeted raids. Investigations continue to identify smuggling networks and sources.

Mizoram introduces ‘no official vehicle day’, work-from-home measures amid West Asia crisis

Mizoram introduces ‘no official vehicle day’, work-from-home measures amid West Asia crisis

May 21, 2026

Mizoram government enforces no official vehicle day and work-from-home to conserve fuel amid West Asia crisis. These steps aim to manage resources efficiently while ensuring government services continue smoothly.

Mizoram govt employees’ body announces mass leave on June 8 over OPS demand

Mizoram govt employees’ body announces mass leave on June 8 over OPS demand

May 21, 2026

An organisation representing Mizoram government employees has announced that its members will go on mass casual leave on June 8 to press for the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS).

Assam man held with 620 gm heroin in Mizoram, drugs allegedly sourced from Myanmar

Assam man held with 620 gm heroin in Mizoram, drugs allegedly sourced from Myanmar

May 21, 2026

A man from Assam has been arrested with over 620 grams of heroin in east Mizoram’s Champhai district during a joint anti-narcotics operation, officials said on May 21.

Mizoram chapter of ‘Chalo India with Eric Ji’ heads to Raindance world premiere

Mizoram chapter of ‘Chalo India with Eric Ji’ heads to Raindance world premiere

May 21, 2026

Assam-born filmmaker Rajdeep Choudhury's documentary Chalo India with Eric Ji: Mizoram will premiere at the Raindance Film Festival in London. The selection marks a new international step for an anthology that aims to document India's states through independent films.