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Unemployment, roads, development: What Mizoram’s first-time voters worry about

Over eight lakh voters are set to decide the political tide in Mizoram on November 7. Out of these, more than 50,000 are first-time voters.

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Mizoram polls: Remove trust deficit, Rajnath tells Kukis and Meiteis of Manipur

Beyond the ethnic issue, Rajnath Singh reminded the people of Mizoram of how Aizawl was bombed during the Congress rule more than five decades ago.

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‘Anti-Christian image’, Manipur issue: Is discontent brewing within BJP’s Mizoram unit?

Among the political party offices in poll-bound Mizoram’s capital city Aizawl, the BJP state unit’s Atal Bhawan stands out. Located a stone’s throw away from Raj Bhavan, it’s an imposing building with a large office space and picturesque views, with a thick growth of purple flowers looming on one side…

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No exit poll between 7 a.m. November 7 and 6.30 p.m. November 30: Election Commission

EC bans conduct, publication and publicity of exit polls for five State Assembly elections from Nov 7-30. Polls in Chhattisgarh on Nov 7 and 17, Mizoram, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Telangana on Nov 7, 17, 25 and 30 respectively. Violators face imprisonment of up to two years or fine or…

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Congress’ promise of population-linked funds will deprive northeast tribals, says Kiren Rijiju

Kiren Rijiju, also in-charge of the BJP’s campaign in Mizoram, hinted at the ruling Mizo National Front failing to implement the Central schemes properly in the State

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Debt, no jobs, run-down schools: On the eve of elections, what ails Mizoram?

“It has been 16 months. We have been waiting for the reimbursement of over Rs 1 lakh we spent on my brother’s hospitalisation,” said Lalrintluangi, a daily wager, who availed insurance under the Mizoram government’s state healthcare scheme in June 2022.

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Our support to BJP is issue-based: Mizoram CM

The ruling Mizo National Front (MNF) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are neither friends nor foes despite being constituents of the National Democratic Alliance, Mizoram Chief Minister Zoramthanga indicated.

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BJP criticises ‘ally’ MNF for sitting on road projects in poll-bound Mizoram

BJP criticizes MNF for delaying road projects in Mizoram, causing farmers to suffer. Union Minister Gadkari outlines slew of projects completed, under construction, and planned in Mizoram, including 1,700-km highway along India-Myanmar border

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For the first time, Bru refugees to have no participation in Mizoram Assembly polls

For the first time Bru refugees will not participate in elections in Mizoram as they were given permanent settlement in Tripura under a Central government sponsored rehabilitation arrangement that came into effect in January 2020.

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As MNF and ZPM go head to head, BJP waiting for dust to settle in Mizoram

BJP eyes Mizoram, sets sights on ZPM as possible ally. Party has concentrated on 23 seats to be in govt. Hopes riding on 3 MNF turncoats, support from minority communities. BJP confident of winning, ZPM denies warming up to BJP but not ruling out post-poll possibilities.

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PM Modi cancels campaign trip to Mizoram, Amit Shah will fill in

Another senior BJP leader and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari is likely to campaign in the northeastern State on Monday for the November 7 assembly elections in Mizoram.

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‘Zo unification’ is a running theme in Mizoram; MNF makes it a promise

Displaced Kuki-Zo people from Manipur seek a Mizoram govt that is considerate and strong enough to help them return home. 65-yr-old Teresa Manhau and Elisabeth Vungkhanching pray for safety and peace, while John Zo, a camp leader, hopes the next govt is sympathetic. MNF, ZPM, Congress, and BJP are vying…

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People of Mizoram will vote for BJP: Rajkumar Ranjan Singh

He claimed that BJP and women candidates will do well in the Mizoram Assembly elections.

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Congress will pass Bill guaranteeing protection of land, forests, tribal people's rights in Mizoram: Jairam Ramesh

The Congress promised that if it forms the government in Mizoram it would pass a new Bill in the very first session of the new Assembly guaranteeing the protection of the rights of the tribal people

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Will end drug menace, provide 33% job quota for women in Mizoram, says BJP

BJP promises drug-free Mizoram, empowering women & upgrading border checkpoints. Will launch 'Operation Drug-Free Mizoram', constitute anti-drug task force, provide free education & jobs, revamp schools & colleges, introduce sports talent fund & seal borders to combat infiltration.

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Mizoram has the highest rate of cancer in India

In Mizoram, cancer incidence and mortality rising; stomach cancer primary cause of death for men, lung cancer for women. Study notes static lifestyle and dietary patterns, lack of specialised diagnostic facilities and skilled human resources, transportation challenges as possible causes. One in nine people in India likely to develop cancer…

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Mizoram polls: 112 of 174 candidates crorepatis; State AAP chief richest with ₹68.93 crore assets

With declared assets valued at ₹68.93 crore, AAP’s Mizoram president Andrew Lalremkima Pachuau is the richest. He contesting from Aizawl North-III constituency.

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Santosh Trophy | Services completes an all-win record, qualifies for the final round

with a win, Services top Group E in 77th Senior National Football Championship for Santosh Trophy. Mizoram, Kerala, Railways, Karnataka, Meghalaya, Arunachal, and 3 best runners-up advance to final stage in Itanagar. Services beat Uttarakhand 4-1, Mizoram beat Pondicherry 6-0, Sikkim beat Daman and Diu 2-1.

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Mizoram contest animated by distant thunder in Myanmar and Manipur

Now Mizoram faces a refugee crisis after the coup in Myanmar; more than 12,500 Kuki-Zo people displaced from Manipur have taken refuge in the State

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Mizoram Assembly elections | 174 candidates file nominations

Polling for the Mizoram Assembly will be held in a single phase on November 7 and counting of votes will take place on December 3

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Ethnicity of Mizoram candidate’s spouse invites stir

The organisation Mizo Zirlai Pawl (MZP), had appealed to all political parties ahead of the November 7 Assembly polls not to nominate tribal persons, specifically women, who are married to non-Mizos.

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Mizoram Congress defies NGO diktat to field woman candidate married to non-tribal

Congress defies students' org. diktat to nominate Meriam L. Hrangchal as candidate for Lunglei South seat. Spokesperson says family of her husband has been living in Mizoram for generations. Congress also fields two other women, Vanlalawmpuii Chawngthu and Lalsawta.

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Three defectors from MNF among BJP’s Mizoram candidates

The BJP on October 18 announced the names of 21 candidates for the November 7 elections to the 40-member Mizoram Assembly.

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MNF, ZPM paving way for BJP-RSS agenda in Mizoram: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi claimed that the Opposition INDIA alliance represents 60% of the country, more than the BJP does.

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Rahul Gandhi rides pillion on scooter to meet former Mizoram CM

Rahul Gandhi visits Mizoram, meets former CM Lal Thanhawla. Congress releases list of 39 candidates for upcoming Assembly polls. Polls in 5 States to be held in Nov-Dec; counting of votes on December 3. Crucial elections ahead of Lok Sabha polls in April-May. Model Code of Conduct in force.

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