LUNGLEI DISTRICT ATS CRACKS DOWN ON TOBACCO VIOLATIONS

Lamtluang Online News, 9 November 2024: This morning, the Lunglei District Anti-Tobacco Squad (ATS) conducted a raid under Section 4 of the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) Act, 2003 [COTPA 2003] in Lunglei Sobji Bazar and its surrounding areas, confiscating tobacco products.

Eleven individuals were found violating the law and were fined under Section 21(1) of COTPA. The total fine amount collected was ₹ 1,050.

As per Section 4 of COTPA 2003, smoking is prohibited in public places and areas frequented by the public, including:

- Auditoriums

- Hospitals

- Railway stations

- Public transportation

- Restaurants

- Government offices

- Courts

- Educational institutions

- Libraries

- Public vehicles

- Other areas where the public gathers.

Violating this section by smoking in public places can result in a fine of up to ₹200 under Section 21(1) of COTPA.

The Lunglei District ATS regularly monitors compliance with COTPA 2003 and takes action.

 

Source: DIPR Mizoram

MSU PRESIDENT SAMUEL ZORAMTHANPUIA DETAINED

Lamtluang Online News, November 8, 2024, Aizawl, Mizoram: Mizo Students Union (MSU) President Samuel Zoramthanpuia has been taken to Aizawl District and Session Court and detained at Central Jail. Samuel was arrested by the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on November 8, 2024, for corruption charges. Later, the Aizawl Police Station arrested him again for kidnapping and extortion charges. He was subsequently taken to court, and the court ordered his detention at Central Jail. The case filed against the MSU President is non-bailable.

Samuela Zoramthanpuia, President, Mizo Students' Union (MSU)

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DENIC LALRUATTLUANGA RECEIVES ROYAL ENFIELD BIKE AFTER ASIAN ARM WRESTLING GOLD

Lamtluang Online News: Aizawl, Mizoram - Denic Lalruattluanga, Mizoram's ace arm wrestler, has been gifted a Royal Enfield Classic 350 bike by his fans in recognition of his outstanding achievement at the Asian Arm Wrestling International Cup held in Mumbai, India.

Denic recently clinched the gold medal in the 80 kg Senior Men category, bringing pride to Mizoram and India. This gesture by his fans is a testament to his dedication and hard work.

The Royal Enfield Classic 350 bike was presented to Denic in a ceremony attended by his fans and family members.

Denic Lalruattluanga and Pu Vana (LPS Special Report) posing with his Royal Enfield Classic 350 bike, flanked by fans and family.

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SINLUNG HILLS COUNCIL ELECTION RESULTS 2024

Lamtluang Online News: The results of the Sinlung Hills Council election are in, and here's a breakdown of the winning candidates:

Elected Candidates:
Khawlian Constituency: Lalrawngbawla of the Indian National Congress (INC)
Phuaibuang: Vanlalsiamsanga of the Zoram People's Movement (ZPM)
Suangpuilawn: Lalvenhima Hmar of the ZPM
Vanbawng: Ricky Lalremsanga of the Mizo National Front (MNF)
Ratu: Lalhmingthanga of the MNF
New Vervek: Lalhlunchhunga of the ZPM
Sakawrdai South: Lalhriatchhunga Hmar, an Independent candidate
Sakawrdai North: Melody Lalchhuangzeli, also an Independent
Zohmun: Benjamin Lalrawnliana of the MNF
Tinghmun: R Lalfakzuala of the MNF
Saipum: Lalrawngbawla of the ZPM
Saiphai: Zokhumthanga of the MNF

Party-wise Breakdown:
+ MNF: 5 seats
+ ZPM: 4 seats
+ INC: 1 seat
+ Independent: 2 seats

Notably, the MNF has formed an alliance with the Hmar People's Convention (Reformation) to form a new coalition ruling party. This alliance is expected to significantly impact the state's politics.

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