Mizoram Police have arrested two members of the Village Defence Party (VDP) for their involvement in the killing of a 31-year-old man in Aizawl. The accused were arrested after the victim's mother filed a complaint, alleging that her son had been brutally assaulted by the VDP members over theft allegations. The incident has sparked outrage and prompted the Home Minister to caution against taking the law into one's own hands.
The Manipur government has criticized Mizoram CM Lalduhoma for advocating for President's Rule in Manipur and claiming to form a separate Christian nation by carving out parts of Bangladesh, Myanmar, and India. The Manipur government has called for strict action against anyone promoting secessionist interests and has urged the Mizoram CM to focus on being a good neighbor rather than spreading hatred and division. The statement comes after the Mizoram CM's interview with a newspaper where he also called for reunification of the Zo people and questioned the effectiveness of border fencing.
The Hyderabad cricket team showcased a dominant performance, with Ravi Teja leading the way with four wickets, as they claimed a comfortable victory against Bihar in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Led by captain Tilak Varma's half-century and Rohit Rayudu's quickfire knock, the team chased down the target of 119 set by Bihar with ease, registering a nine-wicket win in the 13th over. This win marks Hyderabad's return to form after a recent loss and strengthens their position in Group A of the tournament.
Mizoram police and Assam Rifles have intercepted a large cache of explosives believed to be intended for anti-junta resistance forces in Myanmar. This is the second major seizure of weapons and explosives in recent weeks. Officials have noted a rise in smuggling activities through Mizoram's porous border with Myanmar, likely due to the ban on vehicle movements between the two countries in Manipur. The Indian government has begun fencing the Indo-Myanmar border to curb these illegal activities.
Acting on intelligence, joint forces in Mizoram recovered a large cache of war-like stores, including Gelatin sticks, Detonators, and Cordtex, from a white vehicle occupied by two individuals. The apprehended individuals and recovered items were handed over to Mizoram Police for further investigation. This comes after Assam Rifles, along with Excise and Narcotics Department and Customs Preventive Force, seized heroin and illegal areca nuts worth Rs 1.01 crore and apprehended three individuals in a separate operation.
In two separate operations, Assam Rifles, along with the Excise & Narcotics Department and Customs Preventive Force, seized a lucrative haul of illegal drugs and contraband items worth over Rs 1 crore in the Champhai district of Mizoram, India. Three individuals were also apprehended in connection with the smuggling ring. This serves as a warning to other smugglers operating in the region that Assam Rifles will not hesitate to take down any illegal activities in the Northeast.
A magnitude 3.6 earthquake struck the northeastern state of Assam, leaving residents in its capital city of Guwahati in a state of panic. Despite the strong tremors and shallow depth of 23 km, no casualties or property damage have been reported. This is the second earthquake to hit the Northeastern states today, with Nagaland and Mizoram experiencing mild tremors earlier. The high seismic activity in this region is due to its location in a seismically active zone, with 11% of the country falling in the most active zone, while Guwahati falls in the relatively less affected zone.
In a show of solidarity, thousands of people belonging to the Kuki Zo tribe took to the streets in Manipur and Mizoram to protest against the Indian government's decision to cancel the Free Movement Regime with Myanmar and erect fencing on the border. The decision was made to address the issue of illegal immigration, which has been blamed for the ethnic strife in Manipur, that has resulted in the deaths of over 200 people. The protests, organised by various tribal organisations, aimed to send a message to the government to reconsider their decision and preserve the unique culture and identity of the Kuki Zo community.
In a recent interview with The Assam Tribune, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the ongoing Manipur crisis and the influx of Myanmar nationals in Mizoram, as well as various insurgent groups in Assam. He emphasized the government's efforts to resolve conflicts and improve security in the Northeast, stating that there has been a marked improvement in the situation. Additionally, he highlighted the progress made in signing peace agreements and resolving border disputes, and reassured the safety and integrity of Arunachal Pradesh. The PM also discussed his visits to the region for development initiatives.
Tamilisai Soundararajan, who serves as Governor of Telangana and holds additional charge as L-G of Puducherry, has resigned from her post in order to enter the electoral fray. This unexpected move comes just days before the nomination process for Lok Sabha polls in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry begins. Soundararajan, a longtime BJP member and former Tamil Nadu BJP chief, is likely to contest from Chennai (South) or Tirunelveli. This is not the first time a Governor has resigned to pursue a political career, as demonstrated by Mizoram Governor Kummanam Rajasekharan's similar resignation in 2019.