Mizoram launches state-wide emergency network for disaster response
Aizawl: Mizoram has launched a state-wide emergency communication system designed to keep disaster-response agencies connected for up to 100 hours during prolonged power outages and other emergencies. Agriculture, Irrigation and Water Resources Minister PC Vanlalruata launched the Public Safety and Disaster Response Communication System (PSDRC) at a function in Aizawl on Tuesday. The system aims [] The post Mizoram launches state-wide emergency network for disaster response appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Mizoram to recruit 369 teachers, 100 in 1st phase
Mizoram CM reviews proposed Sairang-Hmawngbuchhuah rail link
The meeting, held at the Chief Minister's office, focused on the proposed alignment and operational plans for the railway line, they said
Mizoram Jobs 2026 : KV Champhai Recruitment
Applications are invited for recruitment of various teaching and non-teaching positions or jobs in KV Champhai Mizoram in 2026. Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) Champhai Mizoram is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or jobs of teaching and non-teaching personnel in 2026. Name of posts: No. of posts : Eligibility Criteria : ATL [] The post Mizoram Jobs 2026 : KV Champhai Recruitment appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Mizoram Police Busts Drug, Contraband Smuggling
Mizoram police arrested two individuals in separate operations, seizing 1 kg of methamphetamine in Aizawl and foreign cigarettes worth Rs 8 lakh at Seling's Zero Point.
Massive Drug Haul In Mizoram: Rs 77 Crore Worth Of Narcotics Seized
Mizoram Police conducted a significant drug bust in September, seizing narcotics worth Rs 77.15 crore and arresting 29 individuals, including six Myanmar nationals. The confiscated drugs included methamphetamine, morphine, and heroin. Police emphasised their ongoing efforts to combat the drug menace and urged public cooperation.
Mizoram: 18 arrested, 1,424 bank accounts frozen in anti-drug operation across three states
Aizawl: At least 18 people have been arrested and properties worth Rs 17.82 crore provisionally attached in a multi-agency crackdown on suspected inter-state drug trafficking and associated financial networks across Mizoram, Assam and Manipur, Mizoram Home Minister K. Sapdanga said on Monday. The coordinated operation, codenamed Operation Trident, was conducted on October 23 by the [] The post Mizoram: 18 arrested, 1,424 bank accounts frozen in anti-drug operation across three states appeared first on NorthEast Now .
PHDCCI Kashmir seeks policy safeguards, procurement preference for local businesses
Srinagar, Oct 26:The Kashmir chapter of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) has called for policy safeguards, preferential government procurement and tax incentives to protect local entrepreneurs from competition with businesses from outside Jammu and Kashmir. The demand was raised at a members meet held at Amarsingh Club, where the Chamber welcomed its reappointed leadership and discussed challenges facing local enterprises, including the need for a supportive industrial policy and measures to improve the ease of doing business. A P Vicky Shaw, Chairman of PHDCCI Kashmir, and Co-Chairs Himayoun Wani and Javaid Anim were felicitated on their reappointment. The Chamber also proposed nominating convenors to form an expert committee to address sector-specific issues. The nominations will be finalised at the next meeting. Addressing the gathering, Shaw said the Chamber was awaiting the new industrial policy and guidelines on ease of doing business. We are eagerly waiting for the new industrial policy and guidelines for the Ease of Doing Business policy. The Chamber will meet the administration and take up the issues, bringing to them the plight of each and every sector as per the domain, he said. A major part of the deliberations focused on the need to strengthen the local business ecosystem, particularly as limited government employment opportunities have prompted more young people to explore entrepreneurship. Members argued that Jammu and Kashmirs relatively small economy and the limited scale of many local enterprises made them vulnerable to competition from larger businesses with greater financial and market resources. The Chamber called for a legislative framework to provide local enterprises with preferential access to government procurement, along with suitable tax incentives and other safeguards. Drawing a comparison with Ladakh, members demanded that government tenders be reserved for agencies based in Jammu and Kashmir. They also urged political parties across the spectrum to work towards legislation that would strengthen local businesses and expand economic opportunities for young people. Citing procurement policies in other states and Union Territories, the Chamber highlighted several models that it said could inform a framework suited to Jammu and Kashmir. These included Rajasthans reported provision for splitting orders between the lowest bidder and local micro and small enterprises (MSEs), subject to price-matching conditions; Mizorams price preference for eligible local MSEs; Bihars provision for local bidders ranked L2 or L3 to match the lowest bid in specified tenders; and Tamil Nadus relaxations in eligibility requirements and fees for certain categories of bidders. Members also cited Ladakhs reported practice of reserving certain tenders for local agencies. The Chamber said such measures could include price preferences, allocation of portions of procurement orders to local enterprises and relaxed eligibility criteria, rather than an outright ban on businesses from outside the Union Territory. PHDCCI Kashmir maintained that local enterprises needed time and policy support to strengthen their competitiveness and build capacity to compete with larger businesses on an equal footing. It also expressed concern that the region was lagging in adapting to changes associated with the industrial revolution. The meeting concluded with members calling for a coordinated effort to press the administration and political parties for measures aimed at improving the competitiveness and long-term economic security of local enterprises.
Mizoram plans piped cooking gas rollout in Mamit, Aizawl
Mizoram to get piped cooking gas by 2028, 491 crore pipeline underway
Mizoram is set to receive piped natural gas connections for cooking by early 2028. Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited is constructing a 119.45-km pipeline connecting Panisagar in Tripura to Aizawl. The project aims to ensure a reliable supply of cooking fuel, addressing current shortages of liquefied petroleum gas. Initial coverage will include Mamit and Aizawl districts with an investment of approximately Rs 491 crore.
Mizoram to get piped natural gas by 2028 as Indradhanush Gas Grid lays 119.45-km pipeline
Mizoram to get piped natural gas by 2028 as Indradhanush Gas Grid lays 119.45-km pipeline Aizawl/Agartala: Mizoram is expected to get piped natural gas (PNG) connections for domestic cooking purposes by early 2028, with the Indradhanush Gas Grid Limited (IGGL) currently constructing a 119.45-km pipeline linking Panisagar in northern Tripura with Aizawl, officials said on [] The post Mizoram to get piped natural gas by 2028 as Indradhanush Gas Grid lays 119.45-km pipeline appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Ranji 2026-27: Kishan Lyngdoh, Ajay Duhan smash tons as Meghalaya dominate Mizoram
Shillong, Oct 26: Kishan Lyngdoh and guest professional Ajay Duhan hit centuries for Meghalaya on the first day of their Ranji Trophy 2026-27 plate group match against Mizoram in Nadiad, Gujarat, today. Having won the toss and chosen to bat first, Meghalaya went at over 4 runs an over to post a massive 385/2 in [] The post Ranji 2026-27: Kishan Lyngdoh, Ajay Duhan smash tons as Meghalaya dominate Mizoram first appeared on Highland Post .
Ranji Trophy: Badoni Slams Second Successive Ton, Saranshs Seven-for Puts MP On Top
JSCA International Stadium: Batting all-rounder Ayush Badoni continued his rich vein of form by hitting a second consecutive hundred, while India off-spinner Saransh Jains seven-wicket haul gave Madhya Pradesh firm control on day one of the third-round Ranji Trophy matches on Monday. Fresh from a career-best 217 against Gujarat, Badoni struck an unbeaten 106 off 122 balls, laced with 11 fours and two sixes, to take Delhi to 309/5 against Jharkhand at the JSCA International Stadium in Ranchi. Badoni, 26, previously hit 205 against the same opponents in the 2024/25 season. A chanceless knock, Badonis sixth first-class hundred, anchored Delhis recovery. He found a reliable ally in all-rounder Sumit Mathur, who was unbeaten on 50, as the pair put together an unbroken 128-run stand for the sixth wicket. Mathur had a lucky escape on 36 when he was caught at long-on, only to be recalled because Anukul Roy had overstepped. At Holkar Stadium in Indore, Saranshs 7-40 helped Madhya Pradesh bowl Bihar out for just 99. The hosts, still looking for their first win of the season after two draws, then reached 261/3 with a lead of 162, after bowling out Bihar for 99. Wicketkeeper-batter Saksham Purohit was unbeaten on 113, and his opening partner Yash Dubey made 84. At the BKC Ground, Mumbai also made a strong start against Haryana at home after being put in to bat first. Angkrish Raghuvanshi made 114 off 180 balls with 13 fours and a six, while Musheer Khan scored 109 off 185 balls with 12 fours and a six. The pair added 208 runs for the second wicket to steer Mumbai to 290/3 at stumps. Defending champions Jammu and Kashmir, also in search of their first win, were frustrated by Priyanshu Moliya at the Reliance Ground in Vadodara. Moliyas patient unbeaten 113 lifted Baroda to 259/6 after they had slipped to 197/6 at one stage. Vidarbha, who have two wins so far, had Goa in trouble at 84/6 after Nachiket Bhute ripped through the top order with four wickets. But Darshan Misal and Yash Kasvankar then struck half-centuries and shared a stand of 104 runs for the seventh wicket to help the visitors reach 204/8. On a rain-hit day, Pondicherry reduced Uttar Pradesh to 67/4. In Mysuru, Karnataka recovered from a sluggish start to bowl Tripura out for 194 at the SDNR Wadiyar Stadium. The hosts, who sprang a surprise by leaving out pacers Vidwath Kaverappa and Abhilash Shetty to accommodate spinners Shikhar Shetty and Ritesh Bhatkal, failed to make use of the new ball as Tripura moved comfortably to 88/2 in the first session. Left-arm spinner Shikhar then claimed his third first-class five-wicket haul, while pacer Manvanth Kumar took three. Karnataka lost Mayank Agarwal early and were 10 for one at stumps. At the DVR Ground in Mulapadu, Chhattisgarhs spinners made full use of a helpful pitch to bowl Andhra out for 231. Veteran off-spinner Jayant Yadav led the way with 4-75, while Ajay Mandal and Dharmendrasinh Jadeja took three and two wickets respectively. In reply, Chhattisgarh lost Ayush Pandey early when he was run out going for an unnecessary quick single. Captain Anuj Tiwary and Mayank Verma then negotiated the final half-hour to take the visitors to 35/1. Wicketkeeper-batter Prabhsimran Singh laid the foundation with 81 off 126 balls, hitting nine fours and a six, while fifties from Salil Arora and Ramandeep Singh then guided Punjab to 289/6 against Hyderabad in Secunderabad. Denish Das made 90 off 165 balls, with 14 fours, to take Assam to 235/6 against Saurashtra in Rajkot. For the hosts, veteran pacer Jaydev Unadkat picked up three wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja and Arth Yadav took one wicket each. In Thiruvananthapuram, where only 50 overs were possible due to rain, Kerala reduced Bengal to 172/6, with Aditya Sarwate taking three wickets and Nedumankuzhy Basil two scalps. Maharashtra bowled out Gujarat for 233 in Pune, with Siddhesh Veer taking four wickets, while Rajvardhan Hangargekar and Vicky Ostwal claimed three apiece. Maharashtra were 24/1 when stumps were called. Services off-spinner Pulkit Narang returned 6-47, his second five-wicket haul of the season, to bowl Odisha out for 194 in Bhubaneswar. The visitors were 13/0 at stumps. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Centuries from Arjun Azad and Nehal Pajni powered Chandigarh past 350 for the loss of three wickets against Himachal Pradesh. In the Plate group, Meghalayas Ajay Duhan (167) and Kishan Lyngdoh (144) shared an unbroken 308-run stand for the second wicket as their side piled up 385/2 against Mizoram in Nadiad. Tamil Nadu bowled out Railways for 184 in Chennai, with R Sai Kishore and Sonu Yadav taking three wickets each, but slipped to 71/3 till stumps arrived. Devendra Singh Boras six-wicket haul helped Uttarakhand dismiss Rajasthan for 272 in Dehradun despite skipper Kartik Sharmas 73. Uttarakhand were 18/0 at stumps. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
Israel heads to poll as Netanyahu's future, coalition math remain uncertain
Israel will hold parliamentary elections on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seeking to retain power amid debate over the government's handling of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, the subsequent wars and its domestic and foreign policies. The election is widely seen as a test of Netanyahu's leadership, as opposition leaders, including former military chief Gadi Eisenkot and former prime minister Naftali Bennett, seek to challenge his right-wing coalition. Opinion polls indicate neither bloc is assured of the parliamentary majority needed to form a government. Israel, roughly the size of north-eastern India's Mizoram state, uses a nationwide proportional representation system, with the entire country serving as a single electoral constituency to elect the 120 members of the Knesset, Israel's parliament. Voters do not elect individual members of parliament. Instead, they vote for closed party lists. This system allows numerous political parties to compete for seats i
Mizoram-Assam border talks likely to be held in mid-Nov: Min Sapdanga
3-State Drug Raids Expose Rs 100-Cr Hawala Trail; 18 Held
Mizoram and Manipur led to the arrest of 18 persons and freezing of 1,424 bank accounts: Reports
Operation Trident Exposes 100 Crore Hawala Trail, 18 Arrested In Northeast Drug Crackdown
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has hailed Operation Trident, a major crackdown on an international narcotics cartel across Assam, Mizoram and Manipur. The operation targeted 38 locations, exposed hawala transactions worth 100 crore and led to 18 arrests.
Operation Trident: 18 arrested in Assam, Mizoram and Manipur says Amit Shah
The operation carried out by multiple agencies brought to light hawala transactions worth 100 crore, froze 1,424 bank accounts, and attached properties worth 17.82 crore
Major Drug Bust Across Three States
Mumbai, October 25: In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, central agencies conducted simultaneous raids at 38 locations across Assam, Mizoram, and Manipur on October 23, leading to Major Drug Bust Across Three States
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Sunday that an international narcotics cartel has been busted, with security forces arresting 18 people from Assam, Mizoram and Manipur. He congratulated the team that comprised members from...
Srinagar, Oct 25: Describing Operation Trident as a major blow against drug trafficking, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday said government agencies had launched simultaneous crackdowns at 38 locations across Assam, Mizoram and Manipur on October 23, busting an international narco-cartel. Modi government deals another lethal blow against drugs with Operation Trident, Shah said. He said the operation has uncovered hawala transactions worth Rs 100 crore, led to the freezing of 1,424 bank accounts, the attachment of properties worth Rs 17.82 crore, the seizure of 500 detonators and Rs 12 lakh in cash, and the arrest of 18 people. According to Shah, the network trafficked narcotics across the borders of India, Myanmar and Bangladesh through the Death Triangle Corridor. He said the operation reflected India's resolve to eradicate every drug network by December 31, 2029, adding that the fight against drug cartels would continue until they were completely dismantled. Shah congratulated the anti-narcotics team, comprising central agencies and police forces from the three states, on the successful operation. Modi Govt deals another lethal blow against drugs with Operation Trident. Our agencies launched a barrage of simultaneous crackdowns across 38 locations in Assam, Mizoram and Manipur on 23 October, smashing an international narco-cartel. The operation revealed 100 crore worth Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 25, 2026
Operation Trident: Rs 100 cr hawala transactions exposed, 18 arrested in drug crackdown
Union home minister Amit Shah announced Operation Trident, which targeted an international narcotics cartel in India. The operation, conducted in Assam, Mizoram, and Manipur, uncovered significant hawala transactions and led to arrests. Authorities froze numerous bank accounts and seized illegal items, including detonators and cash. Shah emphasized the government's commitment to eradicating drug networks by December 31, 2029.
Sajjan Singh Yadav, is a 1995-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre, who has been appointed Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir. He will take charge from November 1, 2026, (or the date of joining, whichever is later), succeeding 1989-batch Atal Dulloo, who retires on October 31. Yadav will be the first officer from the AGMUT cadre to hold the post in J&K. Born on January 5, 1969, in Haryana, Yadav brings a strong academic profile having done an MBA in Finance from Delhi Universitys Faculty of Management Studies, an MPA in Public Policy from the Hubert H Humphrey School at the University of Minnesota, an MPA in Economics from Harvard University, and a doctorate in Public Health from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine. He is also an author whose national bestseller Indias Vaccine Growth Story: From Cowpox to Vaccine Maitri has been translated into multiple languages, alongside Scaling Mount UPSC on aspirants journeys. He has received many awards including the National e-Governance Award (2017-18) and the Presidents Medal for census work. His service record spans more than 30 years across field and policy roles. His early postings included Assistant Commissioner in Mizoram and Deputy Commissioner in Arunachal Pradesh districts like East Kameng and Tawang, and South Delhi. His central deputation featured key roles as Mission Director of POSHAN Abhiyan (National Nutrition Mission), Director of the National Rural Health Mission, and senior positions (Joint Secretary, Additional Secretary, and Special Secretary) in the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance. In Delhi, he served as Finance Commissioner, Commissioner of Food and Supplies, VAT, Excise and Luxury Tax, East Delhi Municipal Corporation, and CEO of the Delhi Jal Board, a role he resumed in June 2026 after repatriation from the Centre at the MHAs request. On seniority, Yadav ranked around 20th on the AGMUT gradation list. Officers from the 1991-1995 batches, including 1992-batch Shaleen Kabra, the Additional Chief Secretary and Financial Commissioner in J&K, was speculated as a frontrunner due to his local experience, stood ahead of him. The appointment surprised observers tracking the succession, underscoring that the Centre weighs competence, domain expertise, especially in finance, public health, nutrition, and urban governance, and institutional confidence alongside pure seniority. He has no prior direct posting or specific engagement with Jammu and Kashmir and his experience has been concentrated in other AGMUT areas and the Centre. As the first AGMUT-cadre Chief Secretary, Yadavs tenure will test how an outsider navigates the J&Ks unique administrative, developmental, and political landscape.
GoI appoints Sajjan Singh Yadav as J&K Chief Secretary
Srinagar, Oct 24:The Government of India on Saturday appointed Sajjan Singh Yadav as the new Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, replacing Atal Dulloo and ending weeks of speculation over J&Ks top administrative post. The order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs said that Yadav was transferred from Delhi to Jammu and Kashmir and appointed as Chief Secretary from November 1, 2026, or the date he assumes office. Yadavs appointment marks a major change in J&K's administrative structure. Yadav becomes the first of the core AGMUT officers to take charge of the J&K administration after the exclusive J&K cadre was abolished in 2021 and merged into the broader AGMUT (Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram, and Union Territories) pool. The decision also ends speculation supporting some other senior candidates in the succession race. Officers currently hold ing positions in J&K belonging to earlier batches and senior to Yadav include Shaleen Kabra of the 1992 batch who is Financial Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary, Jal Shakti Department; Ashwani Kumar of the 1992 batch, who is Financial Commissioner (ACS), Power Development Department (PDD); Dheeraj Gupta of the 1993 batch who is Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister; Ashish Chandra Verma of the 1994 batch who is Financial Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture Production Department; Sheilender Kumar of the 1995 batch who is Additional Chief Secretary Finance Department; and Anil Kumar Singh of the 1995 batch who is Additional Chief Secretary Public Works Department (PWD). Apart from them, Bipul Pathak of the 1992 batch, Navin Chowdhary of the 1994 batch, and Rohit Kansal of the 1995 batch, all currently on deputation are also seniors to Yadav. The AGMUT cadre is responsible for Arunachal Pradesh, Goa, Mizoram, and eight Union Territories: the NCT of Delhi, Puducherry, J&K, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, and Lakshadweep. Yadav, who is experienced in dealing with the complicated administrative arrangements of Union Territories, held the positions of Additional Chief Secretary and Chief Executive Officer at the Delhi Jal Board. He has done a postgraduate diploma in Public Policy from the Hubert Humphrey School from Minnesota University, a Masters in Finance from Delhi University, and a Masters in Economics from Harvard University. The bureaucratic transition takes place at a politically sensitive time in J&K. After years of direct central rule, when an elected assembly was restored, the new Chief Secretary had to deal with a special kind of power-sharing situation. In the present arrangement under the Union Territory system, the Lieutenant Governor, appointed by the Centre, maintains control over important matters like Police, public order, and the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) bureaucracy, while the elected Chief Minister leads the civilian government. The Chief Secretary in J&K is responsible for coordinating the work of the various government departments. The post is essential for putting administrative decisions into effect and for handling the relationship between the bureaucracy, the elected government, and the Lieutenant Governors administration. That a senior officer drawn from the wider Union Territory cadre has been appointed to lead J&K bureaucracy is significant at a time when administrative coordination and the allocation of responsibilities between the elected government and the Centre are still politically sensitive. No reason was given in the order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs for refusing to grant an extension to the outgoing Chief Secretary, Atal Dulloo, a member of the original J&K batch who turned sixty on Saturday and is set to retire on October 31. Dulloo has held the position of Chief Secretary since December 2023. Earlier, it was reported that Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha had suggested a one-year extension for Dulloo. However, the final decision had to be made by the competent authority in charge of approving the appointment and the arrangements for service. Dulloo has left behind an administrative legacy of handling the large-scale security and logistical requirements of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections and of J&Ks first Assembly elections in 10 years. However, a rift started between him and the civilian government during his last weeks in office. Dulloo was involved in a row concerning a proposal aimed at restoring J&Ks statehood, a politically sensitive matter. Dulloo and the administrations Law Secretary had sent a letter to Legislative Assembly Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather to oppose the introduction and discussion of the resolution, citing legal concerns as the reason. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah strongly objected to the intervention, and the action in question aroused criticism from the Members of Parliament as well as leading to a privilege-motion notice being tabled against the officials. The controversy intensified the questions concerning the relationship between the bureaucracy and the elected government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, which came into office in 2024 after a period of direct administration by the central government. Although the Government of India has not officially confirmed that the dispute over statehood was the reason why the government rejected Dulloos extension, the fact that the transition has taken place shows that administrative control in J&K is still being readjusted. It also raises questions regarding Dulloos next task. According to reports, Dulloo is being considered for the post of Chairman of the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission, which currently has no chairman. However, there has not been any official announcement regarding the matter.
Mizoram ranks 5th in India in areca nut production: Min
Mizoram to recruit 100 regular primary teachers in 2026; MTET changes under consideration
Mizoram Police, Assam Rifles arrest 2 with 2 pistols in Aizawl
Heroin, Burmese betel nuts worth Rs 2.74 crore seized in Mizoram; four arrested
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Oct 23 (IANS) The Assam Rifles has seized heroin and dry areca nuts, also known as Burmese betel nuts, worth approximately Rs 2.74 crore in two separate operations in Mizoram and arrested four persons, including a Myanmar national, officials said on Friday. A defence spokesman said that, acting on credible intelligence regarding the transportation of narcotics, the Assam Rifles launched an operation in the Ngur area of Mizorams bordering Champhai district. During the operation, the security personnel intercepted an individual and, upon thorough checking, recovered 1,189 grams of heroin from his possession. The value of the seized heroin is estimated at approximately Rs 2.37 crore, based on the prevailing market rate. The apprehended individual was identified as a Myanmar national. The seized narcotics, along with the apprehended person, were subsequently handed over to the Excise and Narcotics Department for further investigation and necessary legal proceedings, the spokesman said. In a separate operation, the Assam Rifles, in coordination with the Mizoram Police, recovered a consignment of illegally transported dry areca nuts, also known as Burmese betel nuts, from North Diltlang village in Champhai district. During the joint operation, the security personnel seized 45 bags containing a total of 3,600 kg of areca nuts, with an estimated market value of approximately Rs 36.87 lakh. Three persons were apprehended in connection with the consignment. In addition, three Bolero pickup vehicles allegedly used in the transportation of the contraband were also seized. The seized areca nuts, the apprehended persons and the vehicles were handed over to the Mizoram Police for further investigation and necessary legal action. The operations reflect the continued efforts of the Assam Rifles, in close coordination with civil agencies and state police, to curb the smuggling of illegal foreign-origin areca nuts and narcotic substances, while maintaining security along Mizorams international border, the spokesman added. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast, largely because of their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the worlds major illicit narcotics-producing regions. The Golden Triangle, comprising parts of Myanmar, Laos and Thailand, has long been associated with the illicit production and trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The region remains a significant source of drugs smuggled into several parts of Asia, including Indias northeastern states. The proximity of the Golden Triangle to the Northeast has posed persistent challenges for security forces and drug enforcement agencies working to prevent cross-border trafficking of narcotics and other contraband goods. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share a 910-km-long international border with Myanmar. Much of this border remains unfenced, leaving several stretches vulnerable to cross-border smuggling, illegal trade and other unlawful activities involving narcotics and contraband goods. Security agencies have continued to intensify surveillance and conduct coordinated operations along the border to disrupt smuggling networks and prevent the movement of illegal consignments into the region.
Reality check on Indo-Myanmar border fencing
The 1,643 km porous India-Myanmar border will be fenced at a cost of Rs 31,000 crore, and passes through Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh. The free movement regime with Myanmar was scrapped in 2024. FMR allowed people residing close to the border to venture 16 km into each other's territory without a visa.
Rs 2.3-cr heroin seized in Mizorams Champhai district
Myanmar National Held With Heroin In Mizoram Operation
A Myanmar national was arrested in Mizoram's Champhai district on Thursday with 1.18 kg of heroin, seized during a joint operation by the Excise and Narcotics Department and Assam Rifles. The contraband was found packed in 100 soap cases, and a case has been registered under the NDPS Act.
Bihar's prohibition fails to curb narcotics as 'kota' spreads to rural areas: Report
Digital Desk | Patna, Oct 22 (IANS) Bihar's prohibition policy has coincided with a sharp rise in narcotics-related cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, with cases increasing from 697 in 2019 to 1,905 in early 2026, according to a recent investigative report in a leading daily. Seizures of drug pills have reportedly increased 30-fold, while heroin use is also on the rise, according to an investigative report published by The Indian Express. The investigation has highlighted the emergence of a new drug, locally known as 'kota', which is reportedly smuggled into Bihar from Nepal and the Northeast. The substance is transported in everyday items such as soap boxes and clothing before reaching consumers, including those in rural areas. At the same time, de-addiction centres are struggling to cope with demand, with some facilities reportedly serving up to 20 times their intended number of patients, the report shows. According to the report, although police seize thousands of litres of illicit liquor every day, the narcotics trade has continued to expand across the state. The growing availability of drugs has also raised concerns about increasing substance use among juveniles, highlighting a possible shift from alcohol consumption towards more dangerous intoxicating substances. The report points out that the spread of drugs has received less attention than the movement of illicit liquor. Beyond smuggled bottles, a parallel network of intoxicants is taking shape, involving pocket-sized packets, strips of tablets, heroin, the distinctive variant known as 'kota', small vials and drugs concealed in soap boxes or even folds of clothing such as petticoats. Experts cited in the investigation have also pointed to a change in the profile of people seeking treatment for substance dependence. The concern, they said, is not limited to the growing number of patients, as the types of substances being consumed are changing as well. Earlier, a larger proportion of users depended on cannabis and other plant-based substances; this is now shifting rapidly towards semi-synthetic and synthetic drugs, with an increasing number of patients reportedly seeking help for heroin dependence. The investigation further underlines the significant role played by geography in shaping Bihar's narcotics trade, with the state's location making it vulnerable to drug trafficking routes from neighbouring countries and the Northeast. Describing the network as a 'Death Triangle', the report examines how heroin, the raw-heroin variant 'kota' and synthetic drugs enter Bihar through the Northeast, while also tracing the routes through which ganja and poppy husk reach the state, based on information provided by police. The 'Death Triangle' refers to the Golden Triangle region of Myanmar, Laos, and Thailand, which has increasingly shifted its illegal production from traditional opium and heroin toward synthetic drugs like methamphetamine and a raw heroin variant known locally as 'kota', according to the report. It notes that clandestine laboratories in Myanmar manufacture methamphetamine. Boxes containing 'kota' are reportedly transported from Myanmar in ready-made form. It further shows that high-grade heroin, methamphetamine and 'kota' enter India through porous stretches of the borders adjoining Mizoram and Manipur. From there, consignments are transported along the Champhai-Aizawl-Silchar route into Assam. A relatively new supply route, reportedly running from Changlang to Tinsukia, is also believed to help traffickers bypass existing checks. According to the report, carriers travel to the Northeast, collect boxes containing drugs and return by train. Some consignments are routed through districts in Bihar, including East Champaran, Kishanganj, Vaishali and Bhojpur. Once inside the state, the substances are distributed through tea shops, paan and cigarette outlets, as well as roadside sellers. The investigation reveals that ganja enters Bihar through multiple routes, including Nepal, Tripura, Odisha and Andhra Pradesh; poppy husk is sourced from Nepal, Jharkhand and locations within Bihar itself, and charas is reportedly sourced mainly from Nepal and largely transported onwards rather than retained within Bihar. Within this expanding trade, police officers and social workers have identified 'kota' as a new substance appearing in Bihar's drug market. The report quoted a narcotics officer explaining how the term may have originated and gradually become associated with the substance itself. The name appears to have originated from the word 'dose'. In local parlance, addicts and peddlers refer to a drug dose as a 'quota', and over time, the substance itself came to be known among users as 'kota', the officer was quoted as saying. The police are particularly concerned about the spread of inexpensive drugs among economically disadvantaged communities, especially juveniles. Social workers who work with street children in Patna have repeatedly raised concerns about the growing accessibility of intoxicating substances to vulnerable young people, according to the report. The investigation also highlighted that a national survey cited in a 2023 report of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Social Justice and Empowerment provides one of the closest broad estimates of substance use among juveniles in Bihar. The survey estimated that around 99,000 children aged between 10 and 17 years in the state used cannabis, while approximately 40,000 used opioids and 29,000 used inhalants. It also estimated that about 8,000 children in the same age group used sedatives. The Opposition raised concerns over the reported spread of narcotics in Bihar and questioned the lack of attention given to drug-related problems in Bihar. Tagging Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Manoj Jha took to X to react to the development, writing, Don't stop talking about Punjab but look at Bihar too. Speaking to IANS, Jha said, An entire generation has been ruined. This is what happens when the government has no control. The situation here is completely out of control. The government here has lost control of the situation. I want people to give undivided attention to this issue. This problem is wiping out an entire generation of the state. That is why I tagged HM Shah in my post and urged him to give attention to Bihar also, he added.
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Mizoram police apprehended a trafficker from Manipur, seizing 1.457 kg of heroin valued at 2.91 crore during a routine check. Mizoram Police Arrest Drug Trafficker with 2.91 Crore Worth of Heroin
1.457 kg heroin worth over Rs 2 crore seized in Mizoram; Manipur man held
Lalengmawia takes oath as Mizoram CIC
CM Lalduhoma Meets Naidu, Invites AP Investors, Seeks Jobs for Mizo Youth
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Monday invited his Andhra Pradesh counterpart N Chandrababu Naidu to explore investment opportunities in the northeastern state.
Chinmay Sutar scores unbeaten 400 for Mizoram in Ranji Trophy
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Ranji Trophy: Mizoram's Chinmay Sutar becomes second Indian batter to hit quadruple ton
Digital Desk | Sovima, Oct 19 (IANS) Mizoram batter Chinmay Sutar on Monday has become only the second Indian batter to score a quadruple century in first-class cricket. Sutar achieved this landmark feat when he struck an unbeaten 400 against Nagaland in a Ranji Trophy Plate group match at the Nagaland Cricket Stadium in Sovima. Playing in just his second first-class game, left-handed Sutar surpassed Prithvi Shaw's 379 to register the second-highest individual score in Ranji Trophy history. Only Bhausaheb Nimbalkar's unbeaten 443 for Maharashtra against Kathiawar in Pune in 1948/49 stands ahead of Sutar's effort in the competition's record books. Sutar, who was on 392 at tea break, reached the 400-run landmark in the 155th over, after which Mizoram declared at 581/9. In all, he faced 517 balls and hit 46 fours and seven sixes. He was on 231 when the last man, Lalrempuia Chhakchhuak, walked out, and the pair went on to add an unbroken 190 for the tenth wicket. Mizoram, who had ended the opening day on 331/5, slipped to 391/9 on day two before Sutar and Lalrempuia took the game away from Nagaland. Its also a record for the third-highest last-wicket stand in Ranji Trophy history, 43 runs short of the record 233 put on by Ajay Sharma and Maninder Singh for Delhi against Mumbai in 1991/92. Sutar became only the tenth batter to score 400 or more in a first-class innings, joining a list that includes batting greats such as Brian Lara and Don Bradman. Lara holds the record for the highest first-class score with his unbeaten 501 for Warwickshire against Durham in 1994, and also made 400 not out for the West Indies against England in a Test match in 2004. Pakistan's Hanif Mohammed fell one short of 500, and made 499 for Karachi against Bahawalpur in 1959. Sutar had made his Ranji debut for Mizoram in last week's season opener against Manipur after securing a no-objection certificate from the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA). He scored 35 and 99, being run out one short of a hundred in the second innings, as Mizoram fought back from a 68-run first-innings deficit before losing narrowly by three wickets. Sutar had represented Mumbai in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in the previous domestic season on the back of strong performances in Mumbai's local leagues. In June, he helped MSC Maratha Royals defend their Mumbai T20 League title and hit back-to-back half-centuries. He finished the season with 212 runs from six innings at a strike rate of nearly 120.
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Hnahsin Kut, also known as the Cosmos Festival, recently concluded in Champhai after eleven days of celebration. Organised by Champhai Nature Conservancy, the festival highlighted the importance of community-led tourism initiatives. The event attracted significant participation, boosting local tourism and economy through stalls and entertainment. Visitors were encouraged to explore Champhai's natural and cultural attractions beyond the festival grounds.
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Mizoram records 2,051 drug-related deaths since 1984; IDUs at 12,839
NCB busts two synthetic drug labs in Greater Noida, arrests two accused
The accused have been identified as Destiny Abraham Dumbiri, who claimed to be Nigerian national, and Lallawmzuali alias, Olivia Lalchawimawii, a resident of Mizoram
Mizoram Police headquarters adopts e-office system to streamline workflow
Nearly 50 people die annually in Mizoram due to drugs: Official
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Oct 16 (IANS) An average of around 50 people die every year in Mizoram due to drug-related causes, with a total of 2,051 deaths recorded between 1984 and October 7 this year, officials said on Friday. Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Department (END) Joint Commissioner, Peter Zohmingthanga, while addressing a drug abuse prevention awareness campaign organised in collaboration with the Mizoram Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB), highlighted the prevalence of drug abuse in the state and its harmful consequences. He stated that, from 1984 to October 7, 2026, a total of 2,051 people had died due to drug-related causes in Mizoram, comprising 1,799 males and 252 females. He also referred to the Survey Report on Drugs and Children in Mizoram 2022, which indicated that middle school students in the 10-14 age group in the state had already started using cannabis (ganja), highlighting the need for early intervention and awareness among children and adolescents. Highlighting the initiatives undertaken by the state government and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to combat drug abuse, Zohmingthanga explained the various steps students could take individually to stay away from drugs and contribute towards building a drug-free society. Addressing the event, Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Department Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar said that one of the major reasons behind the prevalence of drug abuse was the high demand for and consumption of drugs. He remarked that although Assam had previously served as a route for drug trafficking, its people had generally not been inclined towards drug use. The Minister particularly urged the students of Government Champhai College to stay completely away from drug abuse and lead a healthy life free from addiction. North Eastern Council (NEC) Secretary, Satinder Kumar Bhalla, praised the Mizo tradition of tlawmngaihna (volunteerism and selfless community service)', describing it as exemplary and commendable. Referring to the serious drug-related challenges faced by his home state of Punjab, Bhalla emphasised that for India to become a developed nation by 2047, people must give up drugs and other harmful practices and channel their thoughts, energy and abilities towards national development. He encouraged students to acquire skills that would enable them not only to earn a livelihood for themselves but also to create employment opportunities for others, thereby contributing to the country's economic growth. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast because of their long and porous International Borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions. The Golden Triangle, comprising parts of Myanmar, Laos and Thailand, has long been associated with the illicit production and trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The region's proximity to India's Northeastern states has posed persistent challenges for security forces and drug enforcement agencies working to curb the cross-border smuggling of narcotics. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share a 910-km-long International Border with Myanmar, much of which remains unfenced, making the region vulnerable to cross-border smuggling and other illegal activities involving narcotics and contraband goods. The substances and items trafficked across the region include highly addictive methamphetamine tablets, heroin, foreign-made cigarettes, fertilisers and other contraband products.
Mizoram Chief Minister Launches Four Digital Financial Management Initiatives
Mizorams Chief Minister Lalduhoma unveils four digital initiatives to enhance financial transparency and efficiency in public spending. Mizoram Chief Minister Launches Four Digital Financial Management Initiatives
Mizoram CM Lalduhoma launches four digital financial initiatives for transparency and efficiency
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has launched four digital financial management initiatives aimed at improving public finance management. These initiatives include Mizoram Integrated Works Accounts System, e-Sanction, e-Budget, and 100% Direct Benefit Transfer. They will streamline budget proposals, expenditure sanctions, and beneficiary payments through digital channels for efficiency.
Minister Highlights Drug Crisis, Urges Students To Stay Clean
Mizoram Excise and Narcotics Minister Lalnghinglova Hmar urged college students to avoid drugs, highlighting the growing concern over cannabis use among young people and the high demand for drugs in the Champhai district. Official data reveals a significant number of injecting drug users and drug-related deaths in the state, with a 2022 survey showing cannabis use among children as young as 10-14.
Mizoram guv calls for long-term plan to strengthen border trade
40,000 Displaced People A Financial Challenge In Mizoram: Chief Minister
Thousands of people from Myanmar, along with several thousand from Manipur and Bangladesh, have currently taken shelter in Mizoram.
Mizoram's Chief Minister Lalduhoma stated that providing shelter for 40,000 refugees from neighboring countries is a burden. He highlighted the state's efforts to manage financial liabilities inherited from previous administrations. The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of understanding border dynamics, particularly regarding tribal communities. Discussions with the central government show cooperation regarding the refugee situation despite challenges.
Lalduhoma meets youth delegates from Goa, Chandigarh in Mizoram
Mizoram targets 5-7% tourism share in GSDP by 2047
Assam Rifles seizes contraband worth Rs 6.19 crore in Mizoram, six held
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Oct 14 (IANS) The Assam Rifles, in coordination with other law enforcement agencies, has seized highly addictive methamphetamine tablets, foreign-made cigarettes and illegally transported urea fertiliser worth around Rs 6.19 crore in three separate operations in Mizoram and arrested six smugglers and drug peddlers, officials said on Wednesday. A defence spokesman said that, acting on specific intelligence inputs regarding the smuggling of contraband items, the Assam Rifles launched an operation in the Khawlailung area under Serchhip district on Tuesday night. During the operation, the Assam Rifles recovered 226 cases of smuggled foreign-origin cigarettes, with an estimated market value of approximately Rs 5.42 crore. Three suspected smugglers were also apprehended during the operation. The seized cigarettes and the apprehended individuals were subsequently handed over to the Legal Metrology Department in Serchhip for further investigation and necessary legal proceedings. In the second operation, the Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with the Mizoram Police, apprehended two women, including one Myanmar national, and seized 950 grams of methamphetamine, comprising 9,200 tablets, worth approximately Rs 76 lakh at Ramhlun South in Aizawl. The apprehended women, along with the seized narcotics, were formally handed over to Bawngkawn Police Station for further legal proceedings under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. In the third operation, the Assam Rifles, acting on specific intelligence inputs received from its own sources, launched an operation in the Ngopa area of Saitual district. During the operation, the Assam Rifles personnel recovered 109 bags of illegally transported urea fertiliser, valued at approximately Rs 98,000. The operation also resulted in the apprehension of one person and the seizure of a vehicle allegedly used to transport the fertiliser. The recovered fertiliser, the seized vehicle and the apprehended individual were subsequently handed over to the District Agriculture Officer in Saitual for further legal proceedings under the applicable provisions of law. According to an Assam Rifles statement, the seizures reflect the force's continued commitment, in coordination with civil agencies, to curbing illegal smuggling activities and ensuring the safety and security of the border population in Mizoram. The coordinated operations are part of the ongoing efforts by security forces and law enforcement agencies to check the smuggling of narcotics and other contraband items in the northeastern region, particularly in areas vulnerable to cross-border illegal trade. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast because of their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions. The Golden Triangle, comprising parts of Myanmar, Laos and Thailand, has long been associated with the illicit production and trafficking of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The region's proximity to India's Northeastern states has posed persistent challenges for security forces and drug enforcement agencies. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share around 910 km of international border with Myanmar, much of which remains unfenced, making the region vulnerable to cross-border smuggling of narcotics, cigarettes, fertiliser and other contraband items.
How long Mizoram will bear refugee burden depends on geopolitics, says Lalduhoma
Chief Minister Lalduhoma said Mizorams political parties and social organisations remain opposed to fencing the India-Myanmar border because of their ethnic ties with people on the other side
Mizoram seeks sustainability as tourism booms
The Mizoram government plans expansion of community-based tourism projects after economic and social impact assessment studies
Mizoram is seeking to promote tourism by easing regulations during upcoming winter and Christmas festivals. The state reported significant growth in tourist arrivals during the first eight months of 2026. Investments in tourism-related infrastructure are expected to support the sector's development in the coming years. A series of cultural festivals and initiatives aim to extend visitor engagement beyond Aizawl.
6,905 of 9,479 identified villages in Northeast linked to banking, postal services: Scindia
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Oct 13 (IANS) Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Tuesday that 131 new bank branches had been opened and 126 new ATMs installed across the Northeastern region between December 2024 and March 2026. He added that 6,905 of the 9,479 villages identified for connectivity through banking and postal services had already been covered. Addressing the 'North East Bankers' Conclave 3.0' in Aizawl, the DoNER Minister announced that to ensure more people benefit effectively from banking services, the existing guideline requiring a minimum population of 3,000 to establish a brick-and-mortar branch has been lowered to a population threshold of 2,000 specifically for the Northeastern states. He also noted that 90.2 per cent of non-branch transactions in the Northeastern states are conducted through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). Along with these positive developments, Scindia stressed the need to accelerate efforts to quickly connect the remaining 2,574 villages that lack bank or postal service links. Targets have been set to increase the Credit-Deposit (CD) Ratio of banks from 47 per cent to 60 per cent for Tripura, 60 per cent for Arunachal Pradesh, and 67 per cent for Mizoram, he said. The Union Minister noted that raising the CD Ratio increases the circulation of money within the state, making it a vital tool for development, and remarked that the acronym CD Ratio could even stand for 'Credit for Development'. Scindia highlighted that the Northeastern states possess a large working-age youth population, high literacy rates, and abundant natural resources. He shared that this marks his 35th visit to the Northeastern states during his tenure of 2 years and 8 months as the DoNER Minister. He emphasised the crucial importance of collaboration between banks and the government for the development of the region. The DoNER Minister said that during the North East Bankers' Conclave 2.0 held in Agartala (Tripura), various targets were set, including opening new bank branches, installing more ATMs, and connecting unbanked rural villages to banking systems. He added that the DoNER Secretary Katikithala Srinivas held individual consultations with representatives of each state to set specific targets. Scindia lauded Mizoram as a state successfully implementing digital payments, as well as the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) and Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) schemes. At the same time, he stressed the importance of boosting efforts for registration under the PM Jan Dhan Yojana and PM Vishwakarma, noting that banking operations must place greater emphasis on expanding credit and lending. Scindia said that the deliberations at Tuesday's NE Bankers' Conclave 3.0 were divided into four session themes: Last Mile, Loans, Livelihoods, and Lifelines. These encompass connecting unbanked villages to banks, Business Correspondents, or the India Post Payments Bank; intensifying loan disbursements to MSMEs and women entrepreneurs; undertaking initiatives to ensure sustainable livelihoods for farmers; and building better connectivity and infrastructure. The Union Minister urged the gathering to formulate ten recommendations from each of the four sessions on Tuesday, along with forty (40) actionable paths to fulfill them. He asked them to set timelines and clear metrics to execute these proposals, expressing his hope that the North East Bankers' Conclave 4.0 will showcase even greater progress. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma in his address said that the most important function of a bank is not merely safeguarding the public's money, but creating opportunities for human upliftment and empowerment. He described banks and financial institutions as crucial drivers of state development, catalysts for various businesses, pillars of support for entrepreneurs, avenues for wealth creation, and vital tools for establishing sustainable livelihoods. He said that during the 2025-26 fiscal year, while Assam's Credit-Deposit Ratio stood at 73.52 per cent, Nagaland's at 61.1 per cent, and Tripura's at 61 per cent, Mizoram lagged behind at 55.83 per cent. The Chief Minister added that this highlights the urgent need to step up efforts, with a target set to scale it up to 67 per cent by the 2028-29 fiscal year. Lalduhoma stressed that banks must expand their footprint beyond Aizawl into other districts and rural areas to remain easily accessible to those in need. Given that Mizoram boasts a high loan recovery rate, the Chief Minister urged banks to leverage this positive trait effectively.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia discusses Viksit Bharat with students at Mizoram University
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He is watching from above: Lalremsiamis emotional tribute to her late father
Lalremsiami Hmarzote made history by clinching gold at the Asian Games in women's hockey, a pivotal accomplishment for her and her team. She scored vital goals, particularly in the final against China. Remembering her late father, who was her source of motivation, Hmarzote is now determined to inspire young girls in Mizoram to take up hockey and chase their sporting dreams as the Indian women's team eyes the Olympics.
Human Trafficking Attempt Foiled at India-Nepal Border; Two Minors Rescued
A major human trafficking attempt was thwarted at the India-Nepal border, leading to the rescue of two minors from Mizoram. Human Trafficking Attempt Foiled at India-Nepal Border; Two Minors Rescued
Bengal: SSB rescues two minors from Mizoram in human trafficking attempt
Digital Desk | Kolkata, Oct 12 (IANS) Troops of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) foiled a human trafficking attempt across the India-Nepal Border. Two minor girls were rescued, and two accused were taken into custody. One of those arrested is suspected to be the key conspirator. Around 5 pm on October 11, personnel of the Border Intelligence Team (BIT), 41 Bn, SSB, who were deployed on the New Bridge, Panitanki, in West Bengal, intercepted a silver-coloured Toyota Hyryder proceeding from India towards Nepal. There were three persons travelling in the vehicle. One of them was Mahesh Bhuralal Tanna (61), a resident of Ahmedabad in Gujarat. The second was Navin Kumar (34), from Muzaffarpur in Bihar. He was driving the vehicle. The third occupant was a 17-year-old girl, a resident of Mizoram. During an on-the-spot preliminary inquiry, the minor girl revealed that she was travelling to Nepal with Tanna, an acquaintance of her father, supposedly for shopping and visiting a casino. She further stated that she had been staying with him at a rented flat near Salugara, Siliguri, lured by promises of employment at his spa centres in Mumbai and Goa, a senior SSB official said. The officials at the site sensed something amiss and alerted the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of Sector Headquarters, SSB, at Ranidanga and NGO partner Kosi Lok Manch, Siliguri. Teams immediately rushed to the SSB post at Panitanki for joint counselling and questioning. During sustained interrogation, Tanna confessed that an agent based in Mizoram had sent the minor girl to him about ten days earlier. He claimed that as she was underage, he engaged her as domestic help for Rs 4,000 until she attained majority. However, inspection of the suspect's mobile phone (iPhone) revealed compromising photographs and videos of the minor girl and another unidentified female stored in the 'Recently Deleted' folder, indicating gross sexual exploitation under the guise of employment, the official said. On being shown this evidence, Tanna was forced to admit that a second minor girl had been kept at his rented accommodation near Salugara, Siliguri. The SSB team immediately got into action and sent the information to the local police and NGO team in Salugara. Help was sought from the police as the area in Salugara was beyond the jurisdiction of the SSB. A police team, accompanied by members of the Kosi Lok Manch, raided the rented flat in Salugara in Siliguri and successfully rescued the second minor girl, the official said. Both rescued minors were taken to Kharibari Rural Hospital, where mandatory medical examinations were conducted in coordination with 41 Bn SSB personnel and the NGO team members. Subsequently, the girls, along with Tanna and Kumar, as well as the seized vehicle, were handed over to the Kharibari Police Station. An FIR was registered with the active assistance and coordination of 41 Bn SSB personnel for further investigation and prosecution under relevant statutory provisions. The NGO is coordinating with child welfare bodies for safe institutional care, counselling, and family repatriation of the two minors. Senior officials have appreciated the role played by the SSB personnel at Panitanki. It was their alertness and prompt action in coordinating with other agencies that resulted in the rescue of both girls and the arrest of the person behind the racket. Human trafficking is a major issue along the India-Nepal Border. Recently, six girls from Tripura, including three minors, were rescued while being taken to Nepal to work at a dance bar. The SSB has sensitised its troops and has strengthened intelligence gathering to prevent such crimes. It also works with NGOs working in this field to help the innocent victims.
Sr Men Hockey Nationals: Kerala, Jharkhand held to draw; Rajasthan beat Gujarat 6-2 on Day 3
Digital Desk | Jhansi, Oct 12 (IANS) Two draws in Division B and a last-quarter turnaround in Division C, where Bihar (BSSA) edged past Hockey Andhra Pradesh, were the highlights of Day 3 in the 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship 2026 in Jhansi. The day also saw Rajasthan and Mizoram record victories. The two matches in Division B produced draws, with Kerala Hockey held by Chhattisgarh in Pool A while Hockey Jharkhand and Telangana Hockey were locked 1-1 at the end of the game. Kerala, beaten 0-9 by Odisha on Day 2, fought back to earn a point. Anoop Kumar Maurya put Kerala ahead with a field goal in the 29th minute. Chhattisgarh equalised through captain Sandeep Kumars penalty corner in the 45th minute and went ahead when Sonu Nishad scored from open play in the 48th. Sandeep Yadav converted a penalty corner in the 59th minute to level the match. In the Pool B clash, Dilbar Barla gave Jharkhand the lead with a penalty corner in the 26th minute. Telangana captain Shiva Kumar Shivangi equalised from a penalty corner in the 56th minute. Jharkhand are unbeaten after a 4-1 win over Goa on Day 2, and Telangana picked up their first point after losing to Arunachal on Day 1. In Division C, Bihar (BSSA) prevailed over Hockey Andhra Pradesh 4-3 in a Pool B match. Andhra Pradesh, 8-0 winners on Day 1, led twice through Metta Sai Kumars penalty corners (11', 38') and a field goal from captain Lekkala Hitesh Rao (25'). Bihar replied through Jony Kumars penalty corner (26') and Md Sidiks penalty corner (29') to level at 2-2 and 3-3 after Jony scored a field goal in the 43rd minute. Jony completed his hat-trick and scored the winner with a penalty stroke in the 53rd minute. It was Bihars first win of the championship after their 2-3 loss to Rajasthan on Day 1. In a Pool B match in the same division, Hockey Rajasthan defeated Hockey Gujarat 6-2 on Day 3. Prathambhai Patel put Gujarat ahead in the 8th minute, but Kunal Koundal equalised with a penalty corner in the 22nd. Rajasthan scored three times in the third quarter through Pawan Kumar Yadav (36', 39') and Ankit Rawat (42'), and Rawat added another in the 48th minute. Patel pulled one back for Gujarat in the 54th minute, and Rawat completed his hat-trick on the stroke of full time (60'). Rajasthan have now won both of their matches. In a Pool A match in the same division, Hockey Mizoram edged Hockey Jammu & Kashmir 2-1. Captain Karanjit Singh gave J&K the lead in the 9th minute. Dharmendra Pal turned the match with two penalty corners in the 15th and 28th minutes, and Mizoram defended the lead for the rest of the game. Mizoram bounced back from their 2-4 loss to Himachal on Day 2, and J&K lost for the first time after their 6-3 opening win.
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Mizoram has more than 38,000 refugees from Bangladesh, Myanmar and Manipur, but local organisations put the figure at over 60,000
Ranji Trophy: Arunachal Pradesh forfeit opener against Nagaland amid association crisis
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 11 (IANS) Arunachal Pradeshs domestic cricket campaign has suffered another setback, with the state forfeiting its Ranji Trophy Plate Group opener against Nagaland amid an administrative deadlock that has left its cricket association without a functioning authority to manage team selection and other operations. The match was scheduled to begin on Sunday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, coinciding with the start of the 2026-27 Ranji Trophy season. The forfeiture follows Arunachal Pradeshs failure to field a team for their Vinoo Mankad Trophy fixture against Sikkim in Bhubaneswar earlier this week, highlighting the growing impact of the dispute on players across age groups. The crisis stems from a legal battle over the Arunachal Cricket Associations (ACA) September elections, in which Nabam Vivek was elected president. Several district associations subsequently challenged the polls, alleging irregularities and seeking fresh elections. The matter is pending before the Itanagar bench of the Gauhati High Court, which has reserved its order. The court proceedings have effectively paralysed the association, preventing the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) from intervening to establish an alternative administrative arrangement while the matter remains pending. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia had earlier told IANS that the legal impasse had already disrupted Arunachal Pradeshs participation in junior domestic competitions, with the absence of a functioning state body making team selection and preparation impossible. There are two factions in the Arunachal Cricket Association, and they are having a litigation issue in the Guwahati High Court-Itanagar Bench. There was some stay order from the High Court about a couple of months ago on the boards functioning. So, due to the issue present in front of that bench, there is no functionary in the Arunachal Cricket Association. The matter was finally heard in the first week of September, but the judgment is yet to be delivered by the bench. So no board is in place there for quite some time, and therefore, there was no preparation to constitute a team for this Vinoo Mankad Trophy, Saikia had told IANS. At the time, Saikia had also expressed uncertainty over the states participation in the Ranji Trophy, with the opening fixture against Nagaland approaching and the court yet to deliver its verdict. As a result, they could not field the team in the junior mens levels. I dont know what will happen over them playing in the Ranji Trophy, starting on October 11. Everybody is waiting for the outcome of the courts verdict. As the matter is sub-judice, the BCCI cannot also step in. Nobody is governing there because of this matter there in the court, added Saikia. The forfeiture of the Ranji Trophy fixture has now turned those concerns into a setback for the states senior mens team. The dispute has also raised questions about Arunachal Pradeshs ability to participate in the remainder of the domestic season if the administrative vacuum continues. The associations September elections became contentious after six district bodies, Lower Siang, Upper Subansiri, Kamle, Tawang, West Siang and Papum Pare, alleged violations of rules during the electoral process. Their challenge led to the courts interim stay on the functioning of the association, leaving competing factions claiming legitimacy without a settled administrative structure. The consequences have extended beyond administrative functioning, with young cricketers missing opportunities to compete at the national level. Arunachal Pradesh has already been unable to field teams in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy and the Under-19 Womens T20 Trophy, raising concerns over the development of players across the states mens and womens programmes. Arunachal Pradesh finished at the bottom of the Ranji Trophy Plate Group standings last season after losing all five matches. The Plate Group also features Nagaland, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram and Sikkim.
Drugs, foreign cigarettes worth Rs 10 crore seized in Mizoram; two arrested
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Oct 10 (IANS) The Assam Rifles, in coordination with other law enforcement agencies, seized methamphetamine tablets and foreign-made cigarettes worth around Rs 10 crore in three separate operations in Mizoram and arrested two alleged smugglers and drug peddlers, officials said on Saturday. A defence spokesman said that based on credible intelligence regarding transhipment of narcotics in Tlangsam areas in bordering Champhai District, troops of Assam Rifles launched a targeted operation. During the operation, the team carried out thorough checking of the suspected area and recovered 11 kg of methamphetamine tablets, a highly dangerous narcotic substance, packed in ten boxes. The recovered contraband has an estimated market value of approximately Rs 8.80 crore. The seized contraband was subsequently handed over to the Excise and Narcotics Department in Champhai for further investigation and requisite legal proceedings. The highly addictive methamphetamine tablets (also called Yaba tablet or party tablet) contain a mix of methamphetamine and caffeine and are misused as high-dosage drugs in neighbouring Bangladesh and neighbouring countries, besides India. This drug is banned in India. In the second operation, based on specific intelligence regarding smuggling of contraband items, Assam Rifles launched an operation in the Bethel areas of the same Champhai District. During the operation, the team recovered 30 Cases of illegal foreign-origin V Cigarettes, valued at approximately Rs 72 lakh. One individual was also apprehended during the operation. The seized contraband and the apprehended individual were subsequently handed over to the Legal Metrology Department in Champhai district for further investigation and requisite legal proceedings. In the third operation, based on specific intelligence regarding smuggling of cigarettes, Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with Aizawl District Executive Force, conducted an operation at Seling. During the operation, the team recovered 14 Master boxes and 249 boxes of foreign-origin cigarettes, containing a total of 1,89,800 cigarette sticks, valued at approximately Rs 47.45 lakh. One person was apprehended, and one car carrying the contraband was seized. The apprehended individual, along with the seized cigarettes and vehicle, was subsequently taken into custody by Aizawl District Executive Force for further legal proceedings. These successful operations reflect the continued commitment of Assam Rifles, in close coordination with civil agencies, towards curbing the smuggling of contraband and maintaining security in Mizoram, an Assam Rifles statement said. Mizoram and Manipur have emerged as major drug-trafficking corridors in the Northeast because of their long and porous international borders with Myanmar and their proximity to the Golden Triangle, one of the world's major illicit narcotics-producing regions. Six districts of Mizoram and five districts of Manipur share around 910 km of unfenced international border with Myanmar, making the region vulnerable to cross-border smuggling of narcotics and other contraband.
Mizoram aims to be first state to complete Census 2027
Chief Secretary Khilli Ram Meena chaired a State-level conference here to review preparations for the second phase of the census, including training and field arrangements
Mizoram aims to be first state to complete Census 2027
Chief Secretary Khilli Ram Meena chaired a State-level conference here to review preparations for the second phase of the census, including training and field arrangements
Major Drug Haul In Mizoram By Assam Rifles
Assam Rifles seized methamphetamine tablets valued at Rs 3.55 crore in Mizoram's Champhai district. The seizure, weighing 4.4 kg, occurred near Zokhawthar along the India-Myanmar border on Friday, following a tip-off. The drugs have been handed over to the state's Excise and Narcotics Department for further legal action, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking.
Assam Rifles Arrest Ten Smugglers in Mizoram, Seize Drugs Worth
Assam Rifles, in collaboration with law enforcement, arrested ten smugglers in Mizoram, seizing drugs valued at 2.86 crore during multiple operations. Assam Rifles Arrest Ten Smugglers in Mizoram, Seize Drugs Worth 2.86 Crore
From Mizoram To Karnataka, States Announce Crore-Worthy Rewards For Asian Games Champions
From cash incentives for medal winners to special recognition for athletes, states are celebrating Indias 85-medal campaign at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan.
Delhi-NCR likely to witness light rain, strong winds; AQI remains moderate to poor
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The plains of North India, including Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Haryana, may experience light rain, overcast skies, and strong winds over the next few days as weather conditions change amid the withdrawal of the southwest monsoon. Cyclonic activity associated with the retreating monsoon is expected to bring heavy rainfall over the next three days, particularly across Uttarakhand, Bihar and Jharkhand. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued rain alerts for 14 states, warning of heavy showers in several regions. The effects of the retreating monsoon are likely to be felt across West Bengal, Bihar and Jharkhand over the next three to four days. Meanwhile, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Karaikal are expected to receive heavy rainfall between October 9 and 11. Delhi, Punjab and Haryana are likely to witness cloudy skies and light rain till October 14. Western and eastern Uttar Pradesh may receive rainfall from October 9 to 11. Light rain is expected in eastern Rajasthan on October 12, while Delhi-NCR may experience light showers accompanied by strong winds on October 10 and 11. Western Rajasthan is also likely to witness strong winds on October 11. According to the IMD, Uttarakhand is likely to receive heavy rainfall till October 14, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh may experience heavy showers on Friday and Saturday and again on October 13 and 14. In Uttarakhand, districts including Pithoragarh, Chamoli and Rudraprayag have been placed under a heavy rain alert. The department has advised pilgrims undertaking the Char Dham Yatra, particularly those visiting Kedarnath and Badrinath, to remain vigilant. In Himachal Pradesh, Chamba, Kullu, Manali and Shimla are likely to receive rainfall on October 13 and 14. Jammu and Kashmir may also witness significant weather changes, with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds forecast in areas including Doda, Pulwama, Anantnag, Poonch, Udhampur and Srinagar. Bihar and Jharkhand are likely to receive light to moderate rainfall in some areas till October 11. Patna, Ranchi and Dhanbad are among the places where thunderstorms and lightning are possible. The IMD has also warned of heavy rainfall in Bihar and the Gangetic plains of West Bengal. Rainfall is expected to continue in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Mizoram and Tripura until October 14. Eastern Madhya Pradesh may receive rain till October 11, while Chhattisgarh is likely to witness showers on October 14. Rewa, Satna and Shahdol in eastern Madhya Pradesh may experience rainfall accompanied by winds reaching speeds of up to 50 kmph. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the moderate to poor categories, with monitoring stations recording varying levels of pollution. Dwarka Sector 8 recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 231, followed by R.K. Puram at 219, Punjabi Bagh at 211, Narela at 210, and Pusa and NSUT Jaffarpur at 203 each. Other stations, including Burari, Badarpur, Mandir Marg, Aya Nagar, CRRI Mathura Road, Chandni Chowk, JNU, Burari Crossing, Ashok Vihar, Dr Karni Singh Shooting Range, Jahangirpuri and Rohini, recorded AQI readings ranging from 115 to 198.
SIR: Mizoram launches special drive for those left out
Mizoram has started a special drive to identify and enroll eligible voters not listed in electoral rolls. This follows the completion of the Special Intensive Revision process to update the voter list.
Mizoram PSC Tourist Officer Final Answer Key 2026 Released - Download PDF
Mizoram PSC Tourist Officer Final Answer Key 2026 has been released on 7 October 2026 for the Competitive Examination held from 14 to 16 July 2026. Candidates can check the final answers for General English, General Studies and Technical Papers in the official PDF at mpsc.mizoram.gov.in.
ED attaches properties worth Rs 8.12 crore in Myanmar-origin areca nut smuggling case
Digital Desk | New Delhi/Aizawl, Oct 7 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Aizawl Sub-Zonal Office, has provisionally attached 10 immovable properties worth Rs 8.12 crore under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in connection with an organised cross-border smuggling network involving dry areca nuts of Myanmar origin (Burmese betel nut), the central probe agency said on Wednesday. An official statement said that the ED investigation was initiated on the basis of an FIR registered by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Imphal and the subsequent chargesheet on August 29, 2025. The CBI investigation alleged large-scale smuggling of dry areca nuts from Myanmar into India through Mizoram by use of fraudulent e-way bills, forged documents and other means. According to the statement, the investigation revealed alleged smuggling of 3103 MT (approx.) of dry areca nuts, having an assessable value of about Rs 1,022.25 crore, resulting in alleged loss of Basic Customs Duty of Rs 408.90 crore (approx). Investigation has revealed that an organised network wherein Myanmar/Burmese suppliers smuggled areca nuts into India through the Tiau River and border areas around Zokhawthar in Champhai district. Local facilitators based in Mizoram procured the smuggled areca nuts, arranged their storage and transportation and facilitated their onward movement towards Assam and other destinations. Investigation also revealed alleged use of local persons as claimants/owners of intercepted consignments before Customs authorities and routing of substantial funds through bank accounts and money exchangers for settlement of payments with suppliers situated in Myanmar, the statement said. Earlier, during the search proceedings, various bank accounts maintained by the accused and other beneficiaries were frozen under the provisions of PMLA, wherein bank balances to the tune of Rs 1.20 crore (approx.) were found and frozen. Investigation under PMLA, scrutiny of bank accounts and examination of material seized during searches revealed substantial financial transactions, cash deposits and withdrawals and acquisition of immovable properties out of proceeds generated from the smuggling activities. The investigation revealed involvement of Zosangpuii, Thangkhanmunga, Zonsanga and Sangneihvela in procurement, transportation, storage and trading of smuggled areca nuts of Myanmar origin and generation of substantial monetary benefits therefrom. Further investigation has revealed that several immovable properties were acquired directly or indirectly out of such proceeds. Significantly, the attached properties include Hotel Jade situated at Bethel Veng, Champhai, together with the underlying land, which has been valued at Rs 6.29 crore (approx). Investigation revealed that Hotel Jade was constructed from the money generated through the illegal smuggling and trading of areca nuts of Myanmar origin. Accordingly, under the Provisional Attachment Order on September 4, 2026, ED provisionally attached 10 immovable properties having an aggregate value of Rs 8,12,74,399 comprising Hotel Jade, residential land and other landed properties situated in and around Champhai district in Mizoram. The properties have been identified as direct Proceeds of Crime and value thereof and have been attached under the provisions of PMLA, 2002. Thus, with the provisional attachment of immovable properties worth Rs 8.12 crore and freezing of bank balances of Rs 1.20 crore (approx.), the total value of Proceeds of Crime secured in the case stands at Rs 9.33 crore (approx.). Further investigation is underway.
Lalremsiamis 10th-minute winner on her 200th international appearance helped India reclaim womens Asian Games hockey gold after 44 years.
Sainik School Chhingchhip Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for Ward Boys and GE Posts
Sainik School Chhingchhip has released the Recruitment 2026 notification for 05 Ward Boys and GE (Ayah) posts. The offline application process will be close on 23-10-2026. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, sschhingchhip.mizoram.gov.in.
ED searches 16 places linked to smuggling of foreign-origin betel nut via the Indo-Myanmar border
Dried areca nut consignments were brought overland to the Indo-Myanmar border opposite Champhai in Mizoram, and ferried across the Tiau river at Zokhawthar in small lots, bypassing the Land Customs Station, in a well-organised racket, the ED alleges
ED busts Rs 1,000-crore betel nut smuggling syndicate across Northeast
Digital Desk | Guwahati, Oct 5 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday said it has unearthed a well-organised, multi-layered syndicate allegedly involved in smuggling foreign-origin areca nut into India through the India-Myanmar border and laundering the proceeds, with bank credits exceeding Rs 1,000 crore identified in accounts linked to the network. According to officials, the EDs Guwahati Zonal Office conducted searches on October 1 at 16 premises in Guwahati, Siliguri, Bagdogra, Phansidewa and Cooch Behar under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. The investigation was launched based on 11 FIRs registered by the Assam Police and West Bengal Police under various sections of the IPC/BNS and the NDPS Act against persons allegedly involved in smuggling, transporting and selling Indonesian, Thai and Burmese-origin areca nut. According to the ED, the consignments were brought into Mizoram through Myanmar and then transported to West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and other states using forged GST invoices, e-way bills and transport documents. The agency said dried areca nut was ferried across the Tiau River at Zokhawthar in small lots, bypassing the Land Customs Station. Agents on the Myanmar side allegedly sold the consignments to front firms in India. These firms were allegedly registered in the names of local residents of Champhai who had no real stake in the business. The GST registrations and bank accounts were allegedly controlled by persons based in Silchar, Assam. From Silchar, the consignments were allegedly moved to godowns around Guwahati, where they were re-bagged and re-documented before being transported through the Siliguri corridor to consuming states. The ED said the operation involved Bikaner Assam Roadlines India Ltd and associated concerns allegedly controlled by Sushil Daga. Their bank accounts showed credits of several hundred crores from areca nut traders. The agency also alleged that protection money was collected from transporters to ensure safe passage of smuggled consignments. Searches at the premises of DNG Biotech Pvt Ltd, Jai Karni Tradings Pvt Ltd, Purvottar Agro Pvt Ltd, N R Associates and others led to the seizure of approximately Rs 95 lakh in unaccounted cash, digital devices, property and investment documents and bank records. Fixed deposits worth approximately Rs 85 lakh were also frozen. Further investigation is underway.
SCERT Mizoram Driver (PE) Answer Key 2026 - Check Paper-I and Paper-II PDF
SCERT Mizoram has published the answer keys for Driver (PE) under SCERT, School Education Department. Check Paper-I and Paper-II answer key PDF links, how to compare your answers, and what the notice does and does not mention.
Mizoram woman left teaching for farming; now she is being honoured by UN
Z T Lalrithangi hails from Sangau and initially struggled to secure a government job post-education. Redirecting her passion, she delved into strawberry farming, ultimately cultivating over 10,000 plants from her original 1,000 in just a few years. Her remarkable journey has earned her a spot among the FAO's 100 Women Heroes, highlighting her path to empowerment and financial independence through agriculture.
Armys elite Counter Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School conducts training for NCC cadets in Mizoram
Digital Desk | Aizawl, Oct 5 (IANS) The Counter Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School (CIJWS) at Vairengte in Mizoram conducted an intensive training programme for 83 NCC cadets, providing the young boys and girls an opportunity to undergo training in the professional environment of one of the Indian Armys premier training institutions, officials said on Sunday. The CIJWS is an elite Indian Army training and research establishment specialising in counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations. It is regarded as one of the worlds premier institutions for such training, with military personnel from several countries undergoing specialised counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism training at the school. A defence spokesman said that the two-week programme (September 21 to October 4) was conceived to take the cadets beyond routine NCC training and expose them to the discipline, physical standards, field skills and team spirit of military life. The cadets underwent drill, physical training, firing, map reading, fieldcraft, survival training, first aid and team-building activities, while also receiving an introduction to jungle warfare, weapons, equipment and night-vision devices. An important part of the programme was exposure to the changing character of warfare, the spokesman said. The defence spokesman said that visits to the Information and Research Centre, IED Hall and Technovation Hall familiarised the cadets with technology, innovation and developments relevant to modern military training. The camp also provided a platform for motivational interaction, encouraging the cadets to develop confidence, discipline, leadership and a spirit of service. Training together in mixed groups further promoted camaraderie and a sense of collective identity amongst youth drawn from different parts of Mizoram, the spokesman said. The initiative assumes particular significance as CIJW School continues to deepen its engagement with the youth of the state. By bringing NCC cadets into the Schools training environment, the endeavour seeks to broaden their exposure, strengthen their connection with national institutions, and inspire them to participate more in nation-building and national service opportunities, the official stated. The programme reflects CIJW Schools sustained effort to invest in the youth and to use its professional training capabilities not only for military excellence, but also for character building, national integration and strengthening the bond between the Indian Army and the local community, the defence spokesman stated.
CIJW School trains NCC Cadets of Mizoram, building confidence and national spirit
Counter Insurgency and Jungle Warfare School (CIJWS), Vairengte, conducted an intensive training programme for 83 NCC cadets from Mizoram from September 21 to October 4, providing young boys and girls an opportunity to train in the professional environment of one of the Indian Army
CIJWS trains 83 NCC cadets from Mizoram in jungle warfare skills
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BJP Aims to Form Govt in Mizoram in 2028, Says New State In-Charge Karad
Karad said the BJP's state and central units were connected and that problems faced at the grassroots level were also a concern for the party's central leadership.
Second water bodies census: Maharashtra records 4.74 lakh, UP 2.86 lakh; five states see decline
Maharashtra's water bodies rose to 4.74 lakh, nearly five times the first census total. Uttar Pradesh also recorded an increase, with over 2.86 lakh water bodies noted. In contrast, states like Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh showed significant declines in their water body counts. The second Census of Water Bodies aims to support water management and policy-making efforts.
Second Water Bodies Census: Maharashtra Records 4.74 Lakh, UP 2.86 Lakh; 5 States See Decline
Five states -- Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Telangana and Rajasthan -- recorded a decline in the number of water bodies
Mizoram PSC Answer Key 2026 - Download Senior Horticulture Demonstrator
Mizoram PSC has released the final answer key for the Senior Horticulture Demonstrator and Subordinate Agriculture Service-I (SAS-I) exam held on 27-28 August 2026. Check Paper-I (Part-B), Paper-II (General Knowledge), Paper-III and Paper-IV answers, important dates and FAQs.
Doordarshan, PIB officials among three dead in Mizoram road accident
The vehicle they were travelling in plunged into a deep gorge near a village about 30 km south of Aizawl
