The Latest Breaking News from Mizoram

Confident Congress will form Mizoram govt, Tharoor says party celebrates India's diversity, not weaknesses. BJP has failed to keep promises since 2014, he adds. Polls to 40-member Assembly on Nov 7, counting on Dec 3.

In Christian-majority Mizoram, a church-backed poll watchdog has been trying to ensure free and fair elections with a memorandum of understanding which political parties have to sign and abide by. The rules restrict rallies, loudspeakers, and door-to-door campaigns.

MPCC President Pu Lalsawta said the BJP’s bid to be in power was not the only factor why the Congress, contesting its first State election without five-time Chief Minister Lal Thanhawla in control, would return to power in Mizoram.

Congress President Kharge accuses BJP of seeking to take away land from tribals in Mizoram for their "cronies". Regional outfits MNF and ZPM are acting as "unofficial agents" of BJP. Congress promises Mizoram’s welfare, inclusiveness and economic security.

Myanmar citizens in Sihhmui camp expect new Mizoram government to provide meals, education, medical care & better amenities. Gov't provided rations, water & other essentials, but stopped in Sept. 130 people seek jobs to sustain families. NGOs provide ration. Education & medical care are key concerns. Residents hope for livestock,…

Seeking re-election from the Serchhip constituency, he tells The Hindu why voters in Mizoram will reject the MNF

Congress leader recalls her association with the poll-bound State, including the signing of the Mizo Accord during Rajiv Gandhi’s tenure

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. 

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.