Former Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga To Receive Degree Certificate After 60 Years
Zoramthanga appeared for the final undergraduate examination in 1966 from Dhanamanjuri College in Manipur, then affiliated with Gauhati University, with English as his major subject. He passed the examination with a second-class result.
Mizoram Approves 11 Local Fruit Beer Licences Under MLP Amendment Act, 2025
Aizawl, Aug 19: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the Selection Committee to consider applications for licences to manufacture Local Fruit Beer and establish wineries under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Amendment Act, 2025. Out of 99 applications received, the committee approved 11 applicants for Local Fruit Beer manufacturing after scrutiny, interviews... The post Mizoram Approves 11 Local Fruit Beer Licences Under MLP Amendment Act, 2025 first appeared on Northeast Today .
Mizoram: Hockey star Lalremsiami becomes first sportsperson from state selected for Arjuna Award
Aizawl: Indian hockey international and Olympian Lalremsiami has become the first sportsperson from Mizoram to be selected for the prestigious Arjuna Award, recognising her contribution to Indian womens hockey. The 26-year-old forward, who is Mizorams only female Olympian, is among 17 sportspersons chosen for the Arjuna Award 2025 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and [] The post Mizoram: Hockey star Lalremsiami becomes first sportsperson from state selected for Arjuna Award appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Hockey Star Lalremsiami Hmarzote Makes History As Mizoram
From a government hockey academy in Thenzawl to the Olympics, Lalremsiami Hmarzotes journey reaches another historic milestone with Mizorams first Arjuna Award.
Former Mizoram CM Zoramthanga to receive Gauhati University degree 60 years after undergraduate exam
Guwahati: Former Mizoram Chief Minister and Mizo National Front (MNF) president Zoramthanga is set to receive his undergraduate degree from Gauhati University nearly six decades after completing his final examination. The 82-year-old politician will be presented with his degree certificate at a special programme at the Phanidhar Dutta Seminar Hall on August 20. Gauhati University [] The post Former Mizoram CM Zoramthanga to receive Gauhati University degree 60 years after undergraduate exam appeared first on NorthEast Now .
MPSC Senior Grade of MHS Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Mizoram Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 5 Senior Grade of MHS (Specialist Sub-Cadre) posts. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 19 August 2026 to 16 September 2026 through the official website, mpsc.mizoram.gov.in.
Mizoram PSC Assistant Controller Provisional Answer Key 2026 (Out) - Objection Window, Papers
Mizoram Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released the Provisional Answer Key for the Assistant Controller of Mines written exam 2026 held under the Commerce & Industries Department. Check notification number, exam dates, paper-wise structure, objection deadline, and how to raise a complaint against the answer key.
Hockey pioneer Lalremsiami, first in football-mad Mizoram, to win Arjuna Award
Lalremsiami Makes History As First Sportsperson From Mizoram To Receive Arjuna Award
Aizawl, August 18: Mizoram Olympian Lalremsiami Hmar has been selected for the prestigious Arjuna Award 2025 for her outstanding contributions to Indian hockey, making her the first sportsperson from Mizoram to receive the national sporting honour. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports announced Lalremsiami and fellow Indian hockey player Rajkumar Pal among 17 sportspersons... The post Lalremsiami Makes History As First Sportsperson From Mizoram To Receive Arjuna Award first appeared on Northeast Today .
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She becomes the first athlete from Mizoram to be nominated for the prestigious Arjuna Award
Aizawl: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday called the Mizo Hmeichhe Insuihkhawm Pawl (MHIP), the states apex womens organisation, and other voluntary groups key pillars of society, highlighting their role in shaping younger generations and strengthening social institutions. Lalduhoma made the remarks while laying the foundation stone for a new MHIP building at Treasury Square [] The post Mizoram: Lalduhoma calls MHIP key pillar of society, lays foundation stone for new Aizawl building appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Mizoram: Chakma community observes Black Day, remembers 1947 Chittagong Hill Tracts partition
Aizawl: The Chakma community in Mizoram observed Chakma Black Day on Monday, marking the 1947 decision that placed the Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) in East Pakistan and remembering what community leaders described as a historic injustice that continues to influence the identity and aspirations of indigenous people from the region. The programme was organised by [] The post Mizoram: Chakma community observes Black Day, remembers 1947 Chittagong Hill Tracts partition appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Guwahati: The Mizoram Assembly will hold its two-day monsoon session from August 25, with the House likely to formally adopt Ro Min Rel Sak Ang Che as the states official song. The session programme was finalised by the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) at a meeting chaired by Speaker Lalbiakzama on August 14, an Assembly official [] The post Mizoram Assembly to adopt Ro Min Rel Sak Ang Che as official state song during monsoon session appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Mizoram Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released the Physical Measurement result for recruitment to the post of Inspector of Excise under the Excise & Narcotics Department, 2026. Check the full list of 417 qualified candidates, PET dates (20-21 August 2026), venue, reporting time, and required documents.
Mizo Womens Organization Plays Key Role in Implementing Marriage and Inheritance Laws: CM Lalduhoma
Aizawl, August 17: The Chief Minister of Mizoram, Lalduhoma, stated on Monday that the influential womens organization, Mizo Hmeichhe Insuihkhawm Pawl (MHIP), has played a crucial role in implementing the Mizo Marriage, Divorce, and Property Inheritance Act, 2014. The Chief Minister made these remarks during the foundation stone-laying ceremony for the new headquarters of MHIP ... Read more Mizo Womens Organization Plays Key Role in Implementing Marriage and Inheritance Laws: CM Lalduhoma
Over Rs 12 crore heroin seized in Mizoram
Junior National Hockey: Key Teams Continue Winning Momentum
Hockey Jharkhand, Hockey Haryana, and Hockey Karnataka extended their winning streaks in the Women Junior National Championship. Karnataka delivered a dominant 9-0 victory over Goans Hockey, with Pearlin Ponnamma AG scoring four goals. Other teams like Hockey Bihar, Delhi Hockey, Hockey Mizoram, Uttar Pradesh Hockey, and Hockey Madhya Pradesh also secured significant wins across various divisions and pools.
Mizoram Police deny rumours in Lunglei murder case, say no arrests made yet
Aizawl: Mizoram Police have yet to arrest any suspect in the alleged murder of a 15-year-old girl in south Mizorams Lunglei district, nearly two weeks after her death, a police officer said on Sunday. The officer, who is part of the investigation team, also denied a social media post claiming that the girl was killed [] The post Mizoram Police deny rumours in Lunglei murder case, say no arrests made yet appeared first on NorthEast Now .
MNF accuses CM Lalduhoma of misleading Gen Z on Mizoram issues
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Mizorams Rail Link and Kaladan Project: A Game Changer for Connectivity, Says Governor VK Singh
Aizawl, August 17: Mizorams Governor, General VK Singh (Retd.), recently highlighted the newly inaugurated BairabiSairang railway line as a potential game changer for the state. He emphasized its proposed extension to Zorinpui and the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project as key infrastructure initiatives that could significantly enhance connectivity, trade, and economic opportunities in Mizoram. The ... Read more Mizorams Rail Link and Kaladan Project: A Game Changer for Connectivity, Says Governor VK Singh
Formal child adoption remains low in J&K; CARA records 42 cases in 2025-26
Jammu and Kashmir recorded 42 children adopted through the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) during 2025-26, a figure substantially lower than adoption numbers reported by several major States, according to data presented by the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development in the Rajya Sabha. The State/UT-wise data, furnished in response to a parliamentary question answered on August 12, shows that Maharashtra recorded the highest number of CARA-facilitated adoptions during the financial year, with 792 cases. Gujarat followed with 547, while Tamil Nadu recorded 501 adoptions. Karnataka accounted for 377 cases, followed by Odisha with 308 and Telangana with 307. Jammu and Kashmirs 42 adoptions were also lower than the figures reported by several northern and neighbouring States. Rajasthan recorded 172 adoptions, while Punjab reported 49, only seven more than J&K. Uttar Pradesh registered 231 cases, Haryana 68, Uttarakhand 30, Himachal Pradesh 14 and Delhi 109. Among other States, Assam recorded 186 adoptions, Kerala 170, Andhra Pradesh 140, Bihar 125 and Chhattisgarh 114. West Bengal reported 237 cases, Madhya Pradesh 221 and Jharkhand 60. The data also showed considerable variation among the northeastern States. Meghalaya and Nagaland reported 13 adoptions each, Mizoram 78, Tripura seven, Arunachal Pradesh five and Manipur four. Sikkim recorded 28 cases. Smaller Union Territories and States also reported relatively modest numbers. Goa recorded 25 adoptions, Chandigarh 18, Puducherry 15 and Andaman and Nicobar Islands 11. Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu reported five cases. No adoption through CARA was recorded in Ladakh or Lakshadweep during 2025-26. Across the 36 States and Union Territories listed in the annexure, the reported number of CARA-facilitated adoptions stood at 5,022 during the financial year. J&Ks 42 cases therefore accounted for less than one per cent of the reported national total. The Ministry, however, has clarified that adoption figures should be viewed in the context of the availability of children who have been declared legally free for adoption. The waiting period for prospective adoptive parents depends not only on the number of applicants but also on the availability of legally free children and the age group preferred by prospective parents. The government is seeking to strengthen the adoption infrastructure through Mission Vatsalya. States and UTs have been advised to establish at least one Specialised Adoption Agency (SAA) in every district under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 and the Adoption Regulations, 2022. As of July 29, 2026, 795 SAAs had been approved across the country under Mission Vatsalya. These agencies support the formal adoption process and provide residential care to adoptable children below six years of age. The adoption system has also been substantially digitised. All SAAs are required to operate through the integrated CARINGS-Mission Vatsalya platform, which facilitates digital processing of cases from referral and matching to documentation. The system also allows authorities to monitor compliance through real-time dashboards at the Central and State levels. The Ministry said District Magistrates have been empowered to issue adoption orders under the Juvenile Justice Act and Adoption Regulations. Prescribed timelines have been laid down for different stakeholders, while CARA undertakes regular monitoring and follow-up with States and UT administrations to reduce delays. The Centre is also using Mission Vatsalya for awareness campaigns promoting legal adoption and foster care. Nationwide and local outreach programmes, workshops, seminars and orientation sessions are being conducted, while CARA uses print, electronic and social media platforms to spread information on legal adoption procedures.
Bairabi-Sairang rail line, Kaladan project can transform Mizoram: Guv
Aizawl, Aug 17 (IANS) Mizoram Governor General V.K. Singh (Retd) described major infrastructure projects, including the recently inaugurated Bairabi-Sairang railway line, its proposed extension to Zorinpui and the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project, as potential game-changers that could transform the states connectivity, trade and economic prospects. The 51.38-kilometre-long Bairabi (near southern Assam)Sairang (near Aizawl) section []
Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Pune, August 15: The 16th Hockey India Junior Womens National Championship 2026 showcased thrilling matches on Saturday in Pune, featuring teams from Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram, Assam, Gujarat, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. In Pool B, Hockey Karnataka achieved the days biggest victory, defeating Hockey Uttarakhand 6-1. Meanwhile, Hockey Bihar delivered a ... Read more Karnataka and Bihar Shine in Junior Womens Hockey National Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram register wins in Jr Women''s National Hockey Championship
Karnataka, Bihar, and Mizoram secured victories in their respective matches. Karnataka defeated Uttarakhand by a commanding 6-1 margin in their game. Bihar also achieved a comprehensive 6-0 win against Goa in another contest. Mizoram earned a 2-0 victory over Kerala in their pool encounter. Other teams like Assam and Gujarat also registered wins in their divisions.
5 IPS officers transferred from Delhi to Jammu & Kashmir
The Delhi Home Department has ordered the relieving of several AGMUT cadre IPS and DANIPS officers from Delhi Police for posting to other Union Territories and states, including Jammu & Kashmir. As per the order issued on August 14, 2026, the officers will be relieved with effect from August 17, 2026 (A/N) to enable them to join their new assignments. Among the officers transferred from Delhi to Jammu & Kashmir are Vishnu Kumar, IPS (2019 batch); Rajeev Kumar Ambasta, IPS; Deepak Yadav, IPS; Anand Kumar Mishra, IPS; and Satish Kumar, IPS. The Centre had earlier ordered the posting of several AGMUT officers to Jammu & Kashmir as part of a wider administrative reshuffle. The latest order also transfers Pratiksha Godara, IPS (2011 batch) to Andaman & Nicobar, Vinit Kumar, IPS (2018 batch) to Chandigarh, Rishi Kumar, IPS (2021 batch) to Arunachal Pradesh, Pawan Kumar, IPS to Ladakh, Sikandar Singh, IPS to Puducherry, and Dhirendra Pratap Singh, IPS and Nishant Gupta, IPS to Mizoram. The order further includes transfers of DANIPS officers to Chandigarh, Lakshadweep and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. The reshuffle is part of the Centres cadre management exercise involving officers across the AGMUT cadre.
Meghalaya govt to set Up FCRA cell in home dept to coordinate with centre
Meghalaya will establish a dedicated FCRA cell within its home department. This cell aims to assist organizations with renewals and applications under the act. The initiative seeks to ease difficulties faced by organizations without requiring travel to Delhi. Concerns were raised by the Council of Churches in Mizoram regarding the proposed FCRA Amendment Bill. Opposition parties protested the bill, which was sent to a joint committee in the Lok Sabha.
Major Drug Bust in Mizoram: Assam Rifles and Police Seize
Aizawl, August 14: A significant crackdown on drug trafficking has taken place in Mizoram. In a joint operation by the Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police, approximately 868 grams of heroin valued at 6.51 crore was seized in the Keifang area of Saitual district. Two traffickers have been arrested in connection with this case. Based on ... Read more Major Drug Bust in Mizoram: Assam Rifles and Police Seize 6.51 Crore Worth of Heroin
Mizoram CM welcomes Centres move to refer FCRA Bill to JPC
Man arrested for poaching serow in Mizorams Kolasib
1.28kg heroin, 18.52kg cannabis seized in Mizoram in a week; 6 arrested
NIT Mizoram Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
National Institute of Technology Mizoram (NIT Mizoram) Recruitment 2026 for 1 post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Candidates with M.Tech/M.E/M.Sc Can Apply Online. The last date to apply online is 25-08-2026. The candidate shall apply online through NIT Mizoram official website.
Mizoram, Nagaland CMs welcome Centres move sending FCRA Bill to JPC
The Assam Christian Forum also appreciated the decision to refer the Amendment Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee
Mizoram PSC LDE Exam Date 2026 Postponed - Check Exam Schedule Update
Mizoram PSC LDE Exam Date 2026 has been postponed for Limited Departmental Examinations and Group C exams scheduled from 18 August 2026. Check postponement notice, affected exams, and latest update.
SC sets aside HC order on dual membership in Mizoram ADCs
Mizoram plans MPSC reform panel amid students protest
2 die cleaning water tank in Mizoram village
NIA searches 13 locations in Tamil Nadu and Mizoram after meth seizure - thehindu.com
Meth seizure case: NIA searches 13 locations in Tamil Nadu and Mizoram, recovers cash
Mizoram University Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
Mizoram University has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 1 Senior Project Associate post. Eligible candidates can apply via email by 17 August 2026.
Mizoram PSC postpones recruitment exams, interviews indefinitely amid student agitation
NIA conducts searches in Tamil Nadu, Mizoram over 6,016-kg meth haul
A Mizoram MLA will file a review petition against a Supreme Court order. The order concerns dual membership and office of profit for Autonomous District Councils. The MLA claims a material fact was concealed and natural justice was violated. He argues ADCs lack law-making powers regarding membership disqualifications. This issue affects multiple Autonomous District Councils across India.
Mizoram churches protest FCRA Bill, warn of property seizure if passed in current form
Churches in Mizoram held a rally in Aizawl opposing the proposed FCRA bill. Supporters carried banners and placards against the amendments during the protest. CCM president R Lalbiakliana stated churches and NGOs could face asset seizure. He mentioned the Centre claims amendments strengthen safeguards and are not targeting Christians. The proposed FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, is currently under consideration.
Govt signals openness to sending FCRA Amendment Bill to JPC for scrutiny
The Union government may send the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill to a joint parliamentary committee. Opposition parties have demanded the bill's withdrawal, citing concerns over its provisions. BJD MP Sasmit Patra personally requested the bill be sent for larger scrutiny. Several Christian community leaders and Mizoram CM also sought changes. The bill's retrospective application is a significant concern for various groups.
After brief spike, Mizoram Covid-19 active cases down to 5
Mizoram MLA to challenge Supreme Court order on ADC-Assembly dual membership
Rasik Mohan Chakma, who represents the Mizo National Front in the 40-member Assembly, is a member of the Chakma Autonomous District Council
Mizoram Governor Joins Anti-Drug Pledge Campaign in Aizawl
Aizawl, August 10: The Governor of Mizoram, Dr. Vijay Kumar Singh (Retd.), participated in the 10 Crore Drug-Free Pledge Mega Campaign organized by the Brahma Kumaris under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan and Mission Spandan initiatives on Monday in Aizawl. Addressing the gathering, Governor Singh highlighted the serious issue of drug and substance addiction that ... Read more Mizoram Governor Joins Anti-Drug Pledge Campaign in Aizawl
Nagaland and Mizoram Chief Ministers Demand JPC Inquiry into Proposed FCRA Amendment Bill
Kohima, August 10: The Chief Minister of Nagaland, Neiphiu Rio, has made a special request to Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He urged that the proposed Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 undergo a thorough investigation by a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC). Rio emphasized the need for extensive parliamentary scrutiny and consultations with relevant stakeholders ... Read more Nagaland and Mizoram Chief Ministers Demand JPC Inquiry into Proposed FCRA Amendment Bill
Rail Services Disrupted for a Month Due to Track Damage in Assam
Guwahati, August 10: Heavy rainfall and landslides have severely damaged the railway track in the strategically important Lumding-Badarpur hill section of Assam. This has resulted in a month-long disruption of rail services connecting southern Assam, Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, and the rest of the country. A senior official from the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) reported that ... Read more Rail Services Disrupted for a Month Due to Track Damage in Assam
Modi Govt Going Slow On FCRA Bill To Woo Stalins DMK, Sharad Pawars NCP-SP For Delimitation?
The FCRA bill is missing from Monday's Lok Sabha agenda as Parliament's monsoon session enters its final week, fuelling speculation that the government may be going slow on the contentious legislation to avoid alienating DMK and NCP(SP) parties it's counting on to support the upcoming delimitation exercise and the 2029 women's reservation rollout. Introduced in March, the bill has faced strong opposition from Christian groups over concerns it threatens their charitable work and assets. DMK chief M K Stalin has backed demands to withdraw the bill or send it to a JPC. Mizoram CM Lalduhoma says a debate is expected around August 12.
Ahmedabad's special ops seizes 5,050 bottles of Codeine syrup, books pharma firms
Ahmedabad SOG seized over five thousand bottles of cough syrup. A case was registered under the NDPS Act for illegal supply. The investigation revealed an unlicensed supplier and a recipient company in Mizoram. Authorities are tracing the distribution network and identifying other involved parties. Further inquiries are underway to determine the full extent of the operation.
Among the organisations that made synchronous appeals on YouTube, Facebook and WhatsApp are the Catholic Bishops Conference of India, the National Council of Churches in India, and the Council of Churches in Mizoram
Mizoram BJP to Centre: Expedite passage of 125th Amendment Bill
Mizoram steps up efforts to promote Mizo handloom, handicrafts in national, global markets
New Delhi/Aizawl, Aug 8 (IANS) The Mizoram government has undertaken a series of initiatives to promote the states products, particularly handloom and handicraft items, in national and international markets, officials said on Saturday. As part of the initiatives, Chief Minister Lalduhoma inaugurated the Made by Mizo kiosk at Safdarjung Enclave in New Delhi, providing a []
Mizoram minister voices hope for reunification of ethnic Mizos
Major Drug Bust in Mizoram: 45 Crore Worth of Methamphetamine Seized
Aizawl, August 8: Security agencies in Mizoram have uncovered a significant drug trafficking operation disguised as an ambulance service. A joint team from the Assam Rifles and the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized approximately 15 kilograms of methamphetamine tablets, valued at an estimated 45 crore rupees in the international illegal market. Three traffickers, including ... Read more Major Drug Bust in Mizoram: 45 Crore Worth of Methamphetamine Seized
No Retrospective Effect for FCRA Bill: Mizoram CM after Shah Meet
Christian organisations and some state governments have voiced concerns regarding the proposed Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill. Mizoram Chief Minister Laldhuhoma met Union Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss these issues. The Chief Minister received assurance that the bill will not have retrospective effect. Remaining points will be addressed in writing by the Home Minister after parliamentary discussions.
Mizoram students group seeks AASU intervention in rape case of Minor Mizo girls in Cachar
Opposition wants FCRA Bill scrapped or referred to JPC
Congress makes Home Ministers statement on police brutalities against student protesters a prerequisite for any discussion; INDIA bloc says Bill targets NGOs and minorities, questions Mizoram CM announcing date of debate
HC stays framing of charges against 2 former Mizoram mins, ex-MLA in graft case
Rs 45 Crore Meth Seized From Ambulance In Mizoram, Woman Among 3 Arrested
Three smugglers, including a woman posing as a patient inside the ambulance, were arrested and the vehicle was seized, the official said.
The contentious Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, will be taken up for discussion and passage in Parliament on August 12 and will not be implemented retrospectively, Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma said after meeting Union...
Amit Shah assured proposed FCRA changes will not be retrospective, says Mizoram CM
J&K power deficit shrinks from 19.1% to 0.1% in 12 years
Srinagar, Aug 06: In what could be termed as a major achievement, Jammu & Kashmir has generated 1,96,415.59 Million Units (MU) of electricity from all sources between 2014-15 and 2025-26, while simultaneously slashing its annual energy shaortfall from 19.1 per cent to just 0.1 per cent during the period, the data on the latest state-wise power generation and supply by Ministry of Power revealed. According to the details, accessed by Rising Kashmir, the Union Territory generated 14,687.20 MU in 2014-15, which rose to 15,313.52 MU in 2015-16 and 15,703.82 MU in 2016-17. Generation stood at 15,261.93 MU in 2017-18, increased to 16,853.78 MU in 2018-19, and reached its highest level of 18,537.25 MU in 2019-20. Power generation remained above 17,000 MU for the next three financial years, recording 17,441.97 MU in 2020-21, 17,489.83 MU in 2021-22 and 17,170.62 MU in 2022-23. It subsequently declined to 16,282.93 MU in 2023-24 and 15,595.82 MU in 2024-25, before recovering to 16,076.92 MU in 2025-26. During the first quarter of 2026-27 (Till June 2026), the UT generated 5,812.82 MU. Overall, Jammu & Kashmir generated around 1,96,415.59 MU of electricity between 2014-15 and 2025-26. With the output for April-June 2026, the cumulative generation touched over 2.02 lakh MU. The figures indicate that while the Union Territory has maintained relatively stable electricity generation over the years, it continues to rank in the middle tier among states and Union Territories. It generates considerably more electricity than several smaller states and UTs, including Goa, Sikkim, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep. However, Jammu & Kashmir remains well behind the country's major power-producing states such as Gujarat, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan and Karnataka, each of which records annual generation several times higher than the UT. The national power generation from all sources increased from 11,10,392.27 MU in 2014-15 to 18,47,941.44 MU in 2025-26, reflecting a steady rise in electricity production across the country, the data reveals. Official data indicated that the annual power demand has crossed over 3,500 MW in recent years, while local generation often falls well short of the requirement during winter, necessitating large-scale imports of electricity. Moreover, the power supply data shows a clear improvement in Jammu & Kashmir over the last 12 years, with the gap between energy requirement and availability narrowing sharply. The data also points to a marked improvement in Jammu & Kashmir's power supply position over the years. The Union Territory's annual energy requirement increased from 16,214 MU in 2014-15 to 20,185 MU in 2025-26, while energy availability rose from 13,119 MU to 20,166 MU during the same period. Consequently, the gap between demand and supply narrowed significantly. The energy not supplied dropped from 3,095 MU (19.1%) in 2014-15 to just 19 MU (0.1%) in 2025-26. After remaining above 3,000 MU between 2016-17 and 2019-20, the deficit declined steadily to 2,551 MU in 2020-21, 1,524 MU in 2021-22, 317 MU in 2022-23, 277 MU in 2023-24, 90 MU in 2024-25, and 19 MU in 2025-26, indicating a near-elimination of the annual energy shortfall.
Government preparing FCRA groundwork
Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured leaders the Foreign Contribution Bill will not be retrospective. Discussions were held with Mizoram CM and DMK MP regarding community concerns. The proposed legislation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in foreign funding. It includes provisions for a designated authority to manage assets of cancelled registrations. The bill may be considered for passage in Parliament next week.
FCRA bill to be debated in Parl on Aug 12: Mizoram CM
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma met Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. Shah assured that the bill would not be retrospective. Various church and minority organisations have expressed concerns about the bill's impact on NGOs, schools, and healthcare units, urging its withdrawal or referral to a joint parliamentary committee.
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma met Union Home Minister Amit Shah regarding the Foreign Contribution Regulation Amendment Bill. Christian representatives also submitted a joint memorandum expressing concerns about the proposed legislation. They requested the bill's withdrawal or further parliamentary scrutiny by a joint committee. The Home Minister assured that the bill would not be retrospective in its application. Opposition parties have denounced the bill as draconian and unconstitutional.
FCRA bill to be introduced in Parliament on August 12, says Mizoram chief minister Lalduhoma
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Mizoram PSC Assistant Sub Inspector Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 10 Posts
The Mizoram Public Service Commission (Mizoram PSC) Recruitment 2026 for posts of 10 Assistant Sub Inspector. Candidates with Any Bachelors Degree Can Apply Online. The online application opens on 06-08-2026, and closes on 07-09-2026. The candidate shall apply online through Mizoram PSC website, mpsc.mizoram.gov.in.
MPSC Bench Clerk Grade II Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online
The Mizoram Public Service Commission (MPSC) has officially released the MPSC Bench Clerk Grade-II Recruitment 2026 Notification for 2 vacancies. Eligible Bench Clerk Grade-III candidates with at least 3 years of regular service can apply online through the official MPSC website on or before 21 August 2026.
J&K becomes 10th fully literate State/UT
Srinagar, Aug 04: Jammu and Kashmir has joined the league of fully literate States and Union Territories under the Government of India's ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) scheme, achieving a 99.09 percent success rate and becoming the largest population region to attain this milestone. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha extended his heartiest congratulations to teachers, administrators, and every stakeholder for the historic achievement. In a post on X, the Lieutenant Governor wrote: UT of Jammu Kashmir proudly joins the league of Fully Literate States/UTs under the ULLAS scheme of Government of India. With 99.09% success, it stands tall as the largest population region to achieve this milestone. Congratulations to our teachers, administrators and every stakeholder who made this possible. Let us always remember that education is the truest force of empowerment and our collective responsibility is to keep advancing this mission. Out of 1,80,317 non-literates identified, 1,78,680 have passed (99.09 percent) under the ULLAS scheme. The criterion for declaring a State or UT fully literate is achieving a literacy rate of 95 percent or above, acknowledging that 100 percent literacy is unfeasible due to factors such as advanced age and intellectual abilities. So far, nine States and UTs had declared themselves as fully literate under ULLAS: Ladakh, Mizoram, Goa, Tripura, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Sikkim, and Uttarakhand. Jammu and Kashmir is the 10th State/UT to achieve this status and has the largest population among those declared fully literate so far. States and UTs have prepared their strategies and plans and adopted best practices to achieve full literacy in accordance with the above criteria.
Four Drug Traffickers Arrested in Mizoram, Over 8.54 Crore Worth of Narcotics Seized
Aizawl, August 3: In a series of anti-drug operations in Mizoram, security forces have arrested four drug traffickers, including a Myanmar national, and seized narcotics valued at over 8.54 crore. A senior police officer reported that the Mizoram Polices Special Task Force (STF), with assistance from recruit constables, intercepted a truck traveling from Champhai to ... Read more Four Drug Traffickers Arrested in Mizoram, Over 8.54 Crore Worth of Narcotics Seized
Four Drug Traffickers Arrested in Mizoram, Narcotics Worth 8.54 Crore Seized
Aizawl, August 3: In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, security forces in Mizoram have arrested four individuals, including a Myanmar national, and seized narcotics valued at over 8.54 crore. The operations were conducted across three separate anti-drug missions. A senior police officer reported that the Mizoram Polices Special Task Force (STF), assisted by recruit ... Read more Four Drug Traffickers Arrested in Mizoram, Narcotics Worth 8.54 Crore Seized
President Murmu Flags Off PBJ Soldierthon in New Delhi
New Delhi, August 2: President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the PBJ Soldierthon by flagging it off at a ceremony held in the Presidents House courtyard. Mizoram Governor General VK Singh, who is the patron of this initiative, was also present. The event, themed Run with Soldiers, Run for Soldiers, aims to promote fitness and patriotism while ... Read more President Murmu Flags Off PBJ Soldierthon in New Delhi
The petition challenges the acquisition of about 110 bighas of land at Lengpui village and alleges that compensation was paid to individuals who were not lawful landowners
Maharashtra Governor Sankaranarayanan transferred to Mizoram
Environmental CSR in India has grown steadily over the past decade, with Corporate India investing Rs. 17,377 crore across environmental sustainability, conservation of natural resources and agroforestry initiatives. However, a new report by Sattva Consulting, powered by India Data Insights (IDI), finds that while environmental CSR has expanded, funding remains concentrated among a relatively small group of companies and is not always aligned with the geographies and sectors facing the country's greatest environmental challenges. The report, A Decade of Green Spending: What Rs. 17,000 Crores of Environmental CSR Reveals About Corporate India, lands at a moment when India, ranked the 9th most climate-vulnerable nation in the Climate Risk Index 2026, is under growing pressure to align corporate giving with climate resilience goals under Viksit Bharat 2047 and its 2070 Net Zero commitment. Environmental CSR spending fell to a post-pandemic low of 4.4% of total CSR outlay in FY2020-21, as companies redirected funds towards health and relief efforts. It has since recovered, stabilising at 8.4% of total CSR spend in FY2023-24, still well behind enduring priorities such as education and health. The report notes that with an estimated $2.5 trillion needed to meet India's Nationally Determined Contributions by 2030, and $10 trillion required to build a climate-resilient economy by 2047, CSR capital has a distinct role to play in bridging gaps where public systems face capacity or resource constraints. While environmental CSR is growing, corporate philanthropy is not yet fully aligned with India's highest climate risks, especially sectors with the greatest environmental footprint. A Concentrated Funding Base Just one out of five companies that report CSR spending direct any of it towards the environment. Less than a fifth of smallest CSR spenders allocate funds towards climate action. In contrast, nearly all of the companies with CSR budgets over Rs. 50 crore reserve a portion of their outlay for environment-related projects. European-headquartered MNCs operating in India show markedly higher participation (about two-thirds) than Indian companies (54%), a gap the report links to the influence of stringent European regulatory frameworks, including the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Growth Without Scale The growth in environmental CSR is being driven almost entirely by a rising number of small and mid-sized projects rather than larger, systemic investments. The number of environmental CSR projects grew 20% over the past three years, while aggregate spending grew only 6% in the same period, leaving the average project size flat at Rs. 45 lakh. Only 29 projects in FY2024 carried budgets of Rs. 10 crore or more, barely up from 22 such projects in FY2020-21. Divergence In Environmental Footprint And Funding The report finds a marked disconnect between industries' environmental footprint and their environmental CSR behaviour. Sectors with some of the largest environmental footprints, including Energy, Mining, and Oil, Gas, Coal & Petroleum, show relatively low participation in environmental CSR. Even where companies in these sectors do undertake environmental initiatives, they allocate only 5-7% of their CSR budgets towards environmental causes, well below several consumer-facing industries. By contrast, consumer-facing sectors such as FMCG, Food and Beverages, and Automotive, despite a comparatively lighter environmental footprint, allocate over 10% of CSR spend to environmental causes, a pattern the report attributes to brand positioning and consumer-facing ESG commitments rather than direct impact alignment. Climate-Vulnerable Districts Underfunded The report's starkest finding concerns geography. Nearly 45% of environmental CSR funding is directed to pan-India or multi-state programmes, and a further 22% flows to Tier-1 cities, leaving just over a third of funding for more localised, place-based interventions. States including Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Mizoram, and Arunachal Pradesh, all classified as highly climate-vulnerable, receive less than Rs. 25 per capita in environmental CSR. The pattern sharpens at the district level: among India's 50 most climate-vulnerable districts, 30 of them received only 1% (Rs. 106 crore) of total environmental CSR spending over the past three years, with a handful of districts in Assam alone accounting for 60% of what little vulnerable-region funding exists. Traditional Themes Dominate Among high-value environmental CSR projects (Rs. 50 lakh and above) in FY2023-24, Water Management (15%), Renewable Energy (12%), and Biodiversity (11%) together account for 38% of all high-value project funding. Air quality, despite its acute public health relevance, received just Rs. 14 crore, around 5% of the high-value project pool reflecting the longer gestation periods and more complex measurement frameworks associated with system-level environmental interventions. The report identifies Rs. 243 crore directed over the past three years towards emerging themes such as public transport and climate. Among high-value environmental CSR projects (Rs. 50 lakh and above) in FY2023-24, Water Management (15%), Renewable Energy (12%), and Biodiversity (11%) together account for 38% of all high-value project funding. Air quality, despite its acute public health relevance, received just Rs. 14 crore, around 5% of the high-value project pool reflecting the longer gestation periods and more complex measurement frameworks associated with system-level environmental interventions. The report identifies Rs. 243 crore directed over the past three years towards emerging themes such as public transport, climate governance and carbon MRV, and circular economy alongside nearly Rs. 500 crore embedded within Health, Livelihoods, and Education CSR programmes that integrate water, clean energy, and climate-resilience programmes. What This Means For Corporate India "India's climate ambitions will require every form of capital to work more strategically. As climate risks increasingly affect business operations, supply chains and communities, CSR has an opportunity to evolve from project-based philanthropy into catalytic capital, supporting climate-vulnerable regions, strengthening ecosystem resilience, and complementing broader sustainability and ESG efforts," said Srikrishna Sridhar Murthy, Co-founder and CEO, Sattva Consulting . Looking Ahead The report's authors argue that as ESG disclosure norms tighten and climate risk becomes more immediate for business operations, CSR has an opportunity to evolve from a fragmented, theme-led funding mechanism into a more targeted, catalytic lever for climate resilience. It should align more closely with industry's environmental footprint, channel funding towards India's most climate-vulnerable geographies, and complement existing project-led giving with longer-horizon, systemic interventions in areas such as air quality, circular economy, and climate governance. Realising this shift, the report notes, will require coordinated, collective action across corporates, philanthropy, and ecosystem actors, rather than standalone funding approaches. The report is based on an analysis of CSR disclosures filed with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) for FY2014-15 to FY2023-24, covering 17,377 crore in spending across Environmental Sustainability, Conservation of Natural Resources, and Agroforestry. www.sattva.co.in/quick-read/environmental-csr-in-india-lessons-from-%e2%82%b917000-crore-of-investments/ . About Sattva Consulting Sattva Consulting is a global impact consulting firm from India. Since 2009, we have engaged with communities, business, and government to achieve societal impact at scale. We believe that Civil society, Business, and Government all have a critical role to play in building an equitable and sustainable world, and we actively partner with all stakeholders to enable impact through our advisory and orchestration services, knowledge and data platforms—built as public goods for the ecosystem, and collaborative solutions and partnerships. To know more, visit sattva.co.in . About India Data Insights India Data Insights (IDI), an initiative by Sattva Consulting, aims to empower India’s development sector with actionable, ready-to-use data insights to enable sharper decisions and maximise impact. Built as a public good, IDI consolidates public data across SDG practice areas on one, unified platform, offering insightful visualisations, interactives, blogs and ready-to-use-charts and dashboards. To know more, visit indiadatainsights.com .
Mizoram, Telangana Speakers Discuss Legislative Cooperation
Telangana Speaker also praised Mizoram's governance system and highlighted the state's peace and stability as qualities from which Telangana could draw inspiration.
A video shared on X showing passengers on the Kolkata to Sairang train carrying personal trash bags to collect their own waste has drawn widespread praise online. Most passengers in the clip were from Mizoram. The spotlessly clean sleeper coach floor prompted thousands of reactions, with many calling it a lesson for the rest of the country.
Nine newly-elected members take oath in Rajya Sabha
The members who took the oath represent the states of Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Rajasthan and West Bengal
9 Newly-Elected Members Take Oath In Rajya Sabha
The members who took the oath represent the states of Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Rajasthan and West Bengal.
Newly-elected members take oath in Rajya Sabha
As the Monsoon session commenced, Rajya Sabha Chairman C P Radhakrishnan officiated the oath-taking ceremony for nine newly elected members. The representatives hailed from states including Gujarat, Karnataka, and Madhya Pradesh, with others from Meghalaya, Mizoram, Rajasthan, and West Bengal joining in. Notably, some members had already completed their oaths ahead of this session.
Centre Confirms Receipt of Telangana's Proposal for IIM in Hyderabad
Presently, there are 22 IIMs functioning in 21 States. The states of Telangana, Goa, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim do not have an IIM
Imphal, July 19: In a display of the immense passion for football in Northeast India, the governments of Manipur and Mizoram have declared a holiday for educational institutions on Monday in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. This decision aims to provide students with the opportunity to watch the final match. The final ... Read more Schools in Manipur and Mizoram Closed for FIFA World Cup Final, Students Get a Chance to Watch the Match
Mizoram CM Urges Fraudulent Pension Beneficiaries to Voluntarily Surrender PPOs
Aizawl, July 15: Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has appealed to individuals receiving family pensions through fraudulent or invalid documents to voluntarily surrender their Pension Payment Orders (PPOs) during a designated voluntary surrender window. He warned that strict legal action would be taken against those found guilty after investigations. On Wednesday, the Finance Department of the ... Read more Mizoram CM Urges Fraudulent Pension Beneficiaries to Voluntarily Surrender PPOs
Mizorams EMRS Ngopa Wins Zonal Youth Parliament Competition, Secures Spot in National Finals
Aizawl, July 15: EMRS Ngopa, an Eklavya Model Residential School, has proudly represented Mizoram by winning the Zonal Youth Parliament competition organized by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs. This remarkable achievement has also secured the schools place in the national finals of the competition. Previously, EMRS Ngopa claimed first place in the Northeast regional round ... Read more Mizorams EMRS Ngopa Wins Zonal Youth Parliament Competition, Secures Spot in National Finals
Mizorams EMRS Ngopa Triumphs in Zonal Youth Parliament Competition, Secures Spot in National Finals
Aizawl, July 15: EMRS Ngopa, an Eklavya Model Residential School, has brought pride to Mizoram by winning the Zonal-I phase of the first National Youth Parliament competition organized by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs. This remarkable achievement has also secured the schools place in the national finals of the competition. Representing Mizoram, EMRS Ngopa previously ... Read more Mizorams EMRS Ngopa Triumphs in Zonal Youth Parliament Competition, Secures Spot in National Finals
Incessant rains have triggered severe floods and landslides across Arunachal Pradesh, impacting many districts. Mizoram's government has advised tourists to postpone visits due to safety concerns. Heavy rainfall caused significant waterlogging and traffic congestion in Guwahati, Assam. Hundreds of vehicles were stranded, and landslides further disrupted transportation routes. Authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions.
