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Hindustan Times
20 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Over 50 pc of criminal cases in Mizoram linked to refugees: Home minister
Aizawl, Mizoram Home Minister K Sapdanga on Friday said that more than 50 per cent of criminal cases in Mizoram in recent times were linked to people who came from outside and took refuge in the state. Over 50 pc of criminal cases in Mizoram linked to refugees: Home minister More than 30,000 refugees from Myanmar and Bangladesh and Internally Displaced People from Manipur are currently taking shelter in the northeastern state, according to officials. While chairing a review meeting here, the home minister said that the crime rate is on the rise in the state. "More than half of the criminal cases were connected with displaced people from across the international border," the home minister said. The Myanmar nationals fled to Mizoram following a military coup in the neighbouring country in February 2021, while the asylum seekers from Bangladesh's Chittagong Hill Tracts came to the state after a military offensive against an ethnic insurgent group in 2022. A large number of Kuki people from Manipur have taken shelter in Mizoram after ethnic violence broke out with Meiteis in May 2023. Chief Minister Lalduhoma said on Thursday that his government is contemplating confiscating Myanmar government-issued identity cards of a section of refugees, who repeatedly cross the international border and often violate the India's laws. The Myanmar people who took refuge in Mizoram were mostly from the Chin community, who share ethnic ties with the Mizos. The Kuki-Hmar-Zomi people from Manipur and Bawm tribe from Bangladesh who have taken shelter in Mizoram also share close ethnic ties with the native Mizos. At the meeting on Friday, Sapdanga said that those policemen, who are unable to carry out their duty will be advised to seek voluntary retirement, and those who are not eligible for voluntary retirement should opt for a special retirement scheme. This is required for reforming the police department. Underlining the importance of civil society's support in law and order, Sapdanga also suggested that village defence parties should be strengthened across the state. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
India.com
3 days ago
- Automotive
- India.com
This Indian city has no traffic jams and no honking due to...; not Guwahati, Shimla, Srinagar, Indore, the city is...
Representational Image Aizawl traffic: Traffic snarls and delirious honking by car owners that would make even the sanest person furious with anger, are the two things that terrorize every Indian whenever we plan on leaving our home, especially in a private vehicle. But did you know that there is a city in India which is completely free of traffic jams and drivers don't indiscriminately blast their car horns just for the heck of it. This might sound like fantasy, but Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram in Northeast India, offers just what we claimed; no traffic jams, and minimum to no honking, across its length and breadth. Only Indian city with no traffic jams While most of India's major urban centers are notorious for their traffic woes, including less populous places like Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Assam, etc, Aizawl stands out as a shining example of what every Indian city could be if traffic was well managed and car owners followed the rules out of their own consciousness to keep their city noise free. Unlike other Indian cities and urban centers, one would rarely witness drivers honking while waiting for the traffic light to hit green, instead, vehicle owners can be seen waiting patiently in long lines, with engines turned off. What's the secret behind Aizawl's serene traffic? So, what's the big secret behind the calm traffic in Aizawl? No, its not aggressive policing or a strict implementation of traffic rules. The secret lies in the culture of Mizoram, which emphasizes discipline and civic responsibility as core values strictly followed by residents of this breathtaking Northeastern state. The uncanny orderliness of traffic in Aizawl has left many stunned, including foreign and domestic visitors, who marvel at how the roads in the city are quiet and serene, unlike a majority of urban hubs in India and across the world. Besides its orderly traffic, Aizawl is also famous for its cleanliness, and one would rarely find anyone littering on the streets. Interestingly, this highly mature civic behavior of Mizos is not enforced with the help of heavy fines or strict policing, but stems from a deeply-rooted sense social conscience and moral code among the community, which cherishes good public behavior. This essentially translates into how the Mizos behave on the road and in traffic. Patience is valued, while rude acts like constant honking are considered impolite, thus avoided. Aizawl is a living example of how personal morals and a strong civic sense can serve as better tools for traffic management and orderliness, than policing or heavy fines.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
YMA reaches out to Myanmar refugee leaders in Mizoram
1 2 3 4 Aizawl: The central committee of the Young Mizo Association (YMA), the apex body of the Mizos and the largest community based organisation, has reached out to the leaders of refugees from Myanmar taking shelter across Mizoram. They informed the leaders that refugees involving in drug trafficking and other crimes will not be tolerated. General secretary of the central YMA Prof Malsawmliana told TOI on Sunday that the refugees have been told to adhere to the local societal rules and regulations of the places they are taking shelter, as well as the laws of the land and govt orders. "We have told all of them to have temporary identity cards issued by the state govt for the refugees and not try to obtain Aadhaar Card, EPIC, driving licence, residential certificate and others which are for the Indian citizens only," Malsawmliana said. The refugees are also informed that anyone indulging in illegal activities will be punished according to the Indian law. They were informed that as the refugees belonged to ethnic Mizos and blood brothers of Mizoram people, the YMA and its members will help them whenever needed and will never abandon them. President of central YMA Lalhmachhuana also urged the Myanmar refugees to help maintain peace in Mizoram, which is the most peaceful states in the country and not incite hatred among different sub-tribes of the Chins, originally from Chin state. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Aizawl district deputy commissioner Lalhriatpuia and Sr SP CID (special branch) Stephen Lalrinawma urged the refugees not to try to obtain documents meant only for Indian citizens. Assistant commissioner of state excise & narcotics department Pu VL Vura Ralte asked them not to indulge in drug trafficking and assist the authorities in combating the drug menace. The meeting, held on Friday, was attended by over 60 people representing different refugee organisations and relief camps as well as elected representatives of Chin state taking shelter in the state.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Mizoram marks YMA Day with community service
Aizawl: The anniversary of the formation of the Young Mizo Association, YMA Day, was celebrated across Mizoram and other parts of the country on Saturday, with members of the civil societies helping those in need. The event include construction of homes for the poor and community weeding by volunteers in jhum areas of sick people who could not undertake clearing weeds. YMA was formed by the Christian missionaries and Mizo leaders on June 15, 1935, to uphold the traditional values of the tribal people, including 'Tlawmngaihna' or the virtue of selflessness and dedication to the well-being of others sacrificing oneself. As the YMA Day falls on Sunday this year, the celebrations were held on Saturday in most towns and villages. The president of the central committee of the YMA, Lalhmachhuana, wished all the ethnic Mizos across the globe. "YMA is not merely a civil society organisation, but a foundation on which all the members strive for maintaining the unity of the ethnic Mizos, and works for the protection and uplift of the community," he said. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
MZP council seeks probe into rest house explosion
Aizawl: The federal council of Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP) on Thursday called upon the Mizoram govt to take swift action regarding the explosion at a forest department rest house. The incident occurred at Thaidawr hill within Phuldungsei village in Mizoram territory, and the council requested a thorough investigation. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Unidentified individuals detonated explosives at the forest guest house, which was being constructed by the Tripura govt at Thaidawr hill, between 2 and 3am on Wednesday. The blast resulted in substantial damage to the incomplete structure. The MZP issued a statement denouncing the violent act within Mizoram's borders and urged the state govt to investigate the matter, halt Tripura's construction activities, and station state police in the area. The statement noted, "The fact that the explosion happened at the time the Tripura State Rifles were on duty can be regarded as intention to tarnish the image of Mizoram and also terrorise the villagers of Phuldungsei. " At the federal council meeting, which represents the organisation's second-highest decision-making body, members passed a resolution stating that the MZP would maintain its opposition to the Mizoram-Myanmar border fencing, citing concerns about its impact on the unity of 'Zofate' or ethnic Mizos. The council also resolved to address the issue of excessive fees charged by certain state-funded educational institutions. Additionally, they decided to pursue action against teachers who employ proxy staff, seeking govt intervention against those who use substitutes in their positions.
