BROTHERLY BLOODSHED: LUNGMUAT MAN SENTENCED TO LIFE IMPRISONMENT

Lamtluang Online News Report: 5 November 2024: Kolasib Fast Track Court, presided over by Judge R. Vanlalena, has sentenced Lalthakima (34) to life imprisonment for brutally murdering his elder brother, Lalrammawia (53), with an axe while he slept at their Lungmuat village residence on November 10, 2020. The fatal attack occurred at 1:15 pm, resulting in Lalrammawia's instantaneous death.

The siblings had a history of quarrels, which ultimately led to the tragic incident. On the day of the murder, they had a heated argument temporarily resolved by family members. However, Lalthakima claimed Lalrammawia later attempted to shoot him with a gun, prompting him to retaliate with an axe.

The court rejected Lalthakima's self-defense claim, citing eyewitness testimony from their father, who witnessed the aftermath. Judge R. Vanlalena delivered the verdict, stating Lalthakima's actions constituted premeditated murder. Lalthakima's confession and eyewitness account were key evidence.

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Sinlung Hills Council Elections 2024: Results Announced for Saitual District

Lamtluang Online News, 5 November 2024:  The results of the Sinlung Hills Council elections are in, at least for Saitual District. On November 5, 2024, voters cast their ballots, and the winners have been declared.

In Saitual District, the winning candidates are:

Khawlian Constituency: Lalrawngbawla (INC) won with 415 votes

Phuaibuang Constituency: Vanlalsiamsanga (ZPM) won with 429 votes

Suangpuilawn Constituency: Lalvenhima Hmar (ZPM) won with 542 votes

Vanbawng Constituency: Ricky Lalremsanga (MNF) won with 643 votes 

The Sinlung Hills Council has 12 constituencies, comprising 31 villages in the Hmar-dominated northeastern part of Mizoram, covering three assembly constituencies in Aizawl, Kolasib, and Saitual districts. The council has 12 elected members and two nominated seats, headed by a Chief Executive Member.

The elections were held on November 5, 2024, with 23,789 voters eligible to cast their ballots, including 11,914 female voters. The ruling Zoram People's Movement (ZPM) and Hmar People's Convention (HPC) had formed a pre-poll alliance, with a seat-sharing agreement dividing the 12 seats between the parties.

Results for the other districts are still being counted. 

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LIGHTNING STRIKES ELECTRIC VENG: CHAMPHAI HOME RAVAGED BY FIRE

Lamtluang Online News, Mizoram,  November 5, 2024:

A fierce fire broke out at Pi Lalhmunliani's residence in Electric Veng, Champhai, yesterday evening, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. According to the Champhai Fire Station, the blaze was sparked by a lightning strike at approximately 6:30 p.m.

Despite the fire team's timely response, the inferno was intensified by the gas cylinder explosion, making it impossible to salvage any household materials. Fortunately, no human casualties were reported. However, the fire claimed the lives of 2 pigs and 23 poultry while also destroying valuable household goods.The estimated value of damages stands at Rs. 9,42,000. Additionally, cash worth Rs. 1,91,950 was reduced to ashes, bringing the total loss to a staggering Rs. 11,33,950.

The Champhai Fire Station has confirmed that an investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.

This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of natural disasters and the importance of taking necessary precautions to mitigate their impact.

Lightning Strike Causes Devastating Fire in Champhai's Electric Veng

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AIZAWL RESIDENT FOUND DEAD AT BAIRABI PRIMARY HEALTH CENTER

Lamtluang Online News, 5 November 2024: VL Hawla (58), a resident of Chhinga Veng in Aizawl and husband of Lalmuanpuii, was found dead on November 5, 2024, in his quarters at Bairabi Primary Health Center.

A male nurse by profession, Hawla was employed at the Bairabi Primary Health Centre. Locals discovered his body when he failed to wake up late into the morning. Upon investigation, his neighbors found no visible injuries.

The Bairabi police are overseeing the post-mortem examination to determine the cause of death.

Hawla's mortal remains will be transported to his residence in Chhinga Veng, Aizawl, where his funeral is scheduled to take place on November 6, 2024.

Bairabi 
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