Mizoram nears historic milestone as Bairabi-Sairang railway line nears completion
Aug 31, 2025The Bairabi-Sairang railway project is nearly complete, connecting Aizawl to India's railway network. It spans 51.38 kilometres and includes 48 tunnels and 142 bridges. Inauguration by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is planned for 13 September 2025.
Weapons and explosives recovered in Mizoram's Champhai; one apprehended
Aug 31, 2025Assam Rifles recover arms in Champhai, Mizoram. Seizure includes rifles, explosives, and military gear. One suspect detained pending further investigation.
44 dead, 1,492 diagnosed with TB in Mizoram this year
Aug 30, 2025At least 44 people have died of tuberculosis (TB) and 1,492 have been diagnosed with the disease in Mizoram so far this year, officials said on Saturday.
Mizoram: Unidentified male body found at Rangvamual; Investigation underway
Aug 30, 2025An unidentified male body was found on August 29 near the Basic Services to Urban Poor (BSUP) complex at Rangvamual, raising concerns among local residents.
Road rage shooting in Aizawl's Bawngkawn: One arrested, victim stable
Aug 30, 2025Aizawl witnessed a shocking case of road rage when a minor traffic dispute spiralled into a shooting, leaving a 21-year-old man injured. Police have arrested the accused and registered a case of attempt to murder.
Mizoram CM Lalduhoma says fund flow from Centre ‘satisfactory’
Aug 29, 2025Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on August 29 said the inflow of funds from the Centre for implementing development projects in the state has been “satisfactory.”
Mizoram: Meth tablets worth Rs 165 crore seized, 5 arrested
Aug 29, 2025In a major crackdown on trans-border narcotics smuggling, security forces seized methamphetamine tablets worth ₹165 crore and arrested five people in separate operations across Mizoram, officials said on August 29.
Mizoram: Lengpui Airport Forum raises alarm over land transfer to IAF
Aug 29, 2025The Lengpui Airport Forum has voiced strong concern over the Indian Air Force (IAF) acquirin 50,09,400 sq. Ft of land adjoining Lengpui Airport, warning that the move could compromise the airport’s future expansion and passenger safety.
Assam Rifles seize Rs 21 crore worth meth tablets in Aizawl, two arrested
Aug 29, 2025Assam Rifles and Special Narcotics Police Station conduct joint operation. Rs 21 crore worth of methamphetamine tablets seized, two individuals arrested. Separate operation in Manipur targets extortion and arms trafficking.
Meth haul worth Rs 144 crore seized in Mizoram, three arrested
Aug 29, 2025Security forces seized 9.6 lakh methamphetamine tablets valued at Rs 144 crore in Mizoram. Three arrests made during the joint operation by BSF and NCB. Mizoram's drug-related deaths tally at 351 in the past five years.
Mizoram Assembly monsoon session adjourned Sine Die
Aug 28, 2025The two-day monsoon session of the Mizoram Assembly concluded on Thursday, adjourned sine die, Speaker Lalbiakzama said. During the session, the House passed four bills, including the Mizoram Prohibition of Beggary Bill, 2025 and the Mizoram Local Bodies Ombudsman Bill, 2025.
Mizoram reports nearly 3,000 AIDS-related deaths since 2020
Aug 28, 2025Mizoram Health Minister Lalrinpuii on Thursday informed the Assembly that nearly 3,000 people have died of AIDS-related complications in the state between 2020 and July 2025.
Protest erupts over Mizoram Assembly’s endorsement of forest conservation amendment act
Aug 28, 2025A day after the Mizoram Legislative Assembly adopted the Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023, protest erupted in Aizawl on Thursday, with activists accusing the state government of undermining constitutional safeguards and local land rights.
Mizoram govt procures ginger worth over Rs 95 crore from farmers under Bana Kaih Scheme
Aug 28, 2025The Mizoram government has procured over 3.45 lakh quintals of ginger, valued at more than ₹95 crore, from farmers under its flagship handholding programme, Bana Kaih, Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister PC Vanlalruata informed the Assembly on Thursday.
Mizoram assembly clears bill prohibiting beggary, sparks opposition debate
Aug 28, 2025Presenting the Bill, Social Welfare, Women and Child Development Minister Lalrinpuii said the law is designed not only to prohibit begging but also to provide long-term support through livelihood options.
Mizoram Assembly pays tribute to Ronald Sapa Tlau and Lalrintluanga Sailo
Aug 27, 2025The Mizoram Assembly on Wednesday paid homage to former Rajya Sabha MP Ronald Sapa Tlau (71) and sitting MNF MLA Lalrintluanga Sailo (65), both of whom passed away recently.
351 drug-related deaths reported in Mizoram since 2020: Minister
Aug 27, 2025Mizoram has recorded 351 drug-related deaths in the last five years, including 46 women, state Excise and Narcotics Minister Lainghinghlova Hmar informed the assembly on Wednesday.
Six Mizoram students become ‘Deputy Commissioner' for a day in Lunglei
Aug 27, 2025Six students from Mizoram took part in a unique programme. The initiative aimed to foster leadership against substance abuse. Students experienced governance and administrative duties.
Mizoram maintains 1875 notification as Assam border reference: Home Minister
Aug 27, 2025Mizoram Home Minister K. Sapdanga on Wednesday reaffirmed the state government’s stance that its boundary with Assam is defined by the 1875 notification issued under the ‘Inner Line on the Southern Frontier of the District of Cachar’.
Mizoram Assembly adopts Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023
Aug 27, 2025Mizoram Legislative Assembly reverses its stance on Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act. The Act is applied in the state, effective from 2025, to facilitate development projects. Debate continues over balancing environmental protection and development.
Over 29,000 Myanmar nationals sheltering in Mizoram: Home minister
Aug 27, 2025Over 29,000 Myanmar nationals displaced by conflict have taken shelter in Mizoram. The Indian government plans to fence the 510-km India-Myanmar border. Local organisations oppose the fencing due to ethnic ties and humanitarian concerns.
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