FIRE ENGULFS RESIDENCE IN NEW CHAMPHAI

Lamtluang Online News:  A fire broke out at Pi Ningngawhluni's residence in New Champhai's Helipad Biak In area (Mizoram) around 7:30  P.M on November 19, 2024..

Fortunately, Pi Ningngawhluni and her son, the only occupants, escaped unharmed as they were outside the house when the incident occurred.

The cause of the fire remains unknown; however, nearby residents reported that the house was quickly engulfed in flames, and a gas cylinder exploded.

Regrettably, the Champhai Fire Station faced accessibility issues and didn't receive a fire call, but they took the initiative to combat the blaze.

The Assam-type house and its contents sustained estimated damages worth ₹436,500.

Fire engulfs residence in New Champhai, Mizoram 

Aizawl hosts meet-and-greet for 14th & 21st edition of Mega Entertainment’s iconic pageants

14th Set Wet Mega Mister North East and the 21st Livon Mega Miss North East return to unveil northeast’s next icons

Lamtluang Online News, Aizawl; November 18, 2024: Mega Entertainment, the premier organizer of fashion and pageant events in Northeast India, organized a meet and greet session for the candidates participating in the 14th Set Wet Mega Mister North East and the 21st Livon Mega Miss North East on Saturday. The state coordinator of Mega Entertainment, Amos MS Dawngzuala, interacted with the candidates and offered them guidance and insights on how they can prepare themselves better for the upcoming edition of the two pageants.

 

Conceptualized by fashion entrepreneur Abhijeet Singha, these renowned pageants are organized by Mega Entertainment and marketed by Mega Activation. Following auditions in Itanagar on November 5 and the upcoming session in Aizawl, the Mega Entertainment team will conduct further auditions in Gangtok, Imphal, Agartala, and Dimapur on November 24, Shillong on November 30, and Guwahati on December 1.

 

Set Wet is back as the Title Sponsor for Mega Mister North East, while Livon takes the lead as the Title Sponsor for Mega Miss North East. Joining them are Neyah as the Cosmetics Partner and Hotel Daaysco Oley Allo as the Hospitality Partner.

 

Over the years, the Mega Mister North East pageant has spotlighted talent from Mizoram, with winners such as C. Lalpekhlua and Jonathan Thangeo, while the Mega Miss North East has seen exceptional talents like Leni Ralte and Emily Hmingthansangi Chenkhual rise to the fore. Abhijeet Singha, Founder of Mega Entertainment, expressed his enthusiasm to witness the exceptional talent expected at the Aizawl auditions this year.

 

These pageants offer winners unique international opportunities, propelling them onto global stages and opening doors to prestigious platforms. Past winners have showcased the immense talent from Northeast India, making their mark on the international pageantry circuit and proudly representing the region. The exposure, experience, and network gained through these events empower them to build promising careers and make a mark beyond borders.

 

The eight-state audition tour will culminate with finalists heading to Guwahati for a week of professional grooming and training, leading up to the grand finale at the ITA Cultural Complex on January 30 and 31, 2025.

Aizawl hosts meet-and-greet for 14th & 21st edition of Mega Entertainment’s iconic pageants

GOAL QUEEN LALREMSIAMI STRIKES AGAIN! INDIA DEFEATS JAPAN 2-0, REACHES WOMEN'S ASIAN CHAMPIONS TROPHY 2024 FINAL!

Lamtluang Online News, 19 November 2024 : India defeated Japan 2-0 in the Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 Final, thanks to a crucial goal from Lalremsiami Hmar.

The Mizo girl started the match, waiting patiently for a long time to score, and her goal sealed the deal just before the end.

Japan were extremely cautious, having lost to India in the league round, but India pressed hard and finally scored through forward Navneet Kaur and Remsiami.

India won convincingly, setting up a thrilling final against China. China had earlier defeated Malaysia 3-2 in the semifinals.

The India-China final will take place on November 20 at 4:45 pm and will be broadcast live on Sony Sports and Sony Liv.

The tournament features six top Asian hockey nations: China, India, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, and Thailand, who competed in the group stage before the top four teams advanced to the semifinals.

Lalremsiami, Indian hockey player

MIZORAM SPORTS MINISTER MEETS UNION SPORTS MINISTER AND WORLD BANK OFFICIALS

Lamtluang Online News, New Delhi, 19 November 2024: Pu Lalnghinglova Hmar, Mizoram's Minister of State for Sports and Youth Services, met with HCL Foundation and World Bank officials at his office to discuss ways to develop Mizoram.

In New Delhi, Sports Minister Pu Lalnghinglova Hmar met Colonel Gopal Karunakaran, CEO of Shiv Nadar School, and other HCL officials at the HCL Campus in Noida, UP. He stated that Mizoram has begun efforts to participate in India's 2036 Olympics bid. "Mizos have excellent sports talent, but our limited sports budget hindered our youths' potential; thus, we seek collaborative support", he told HCL officials. He emphasized sports' significance for Mizo people as entertainment, livelihood, unity, and anti-addiction.

The Sports Minister added that Mizoram was the first Indian state to host a Sports Conclave aligned with the 2036 Olympics vision. A statewide sports coaching and talent search project is underway, with the State Government allocating funds under the 'Bana Kaih (Handholding) scheme'. The State Government's two football academies are among India's best, producing players for the national team.

Shiv Nadar, CEO, and HCL officials warmly welcomed the Minister, sharing their CSR-driven sports development initiatives across states. They expressed interest in integrating Mizoram's sports academies with their Vidyagyan academy in Noida, exploring potential collaborations.

Earlier, Pu Lalnghinglova Hmar met Pi Benedicté, Lead Economist at the World Bank's New Delhi office. They discussed leveraging sports development in Mizoram for tourism, urban development, health, and anti-addiction initiatives. Further discussions are planned under the World Bank-India partnership.

Pu John Tanpuia, Joint Secretary, S&YS Department, and Pu H. Lalramenga, PS, accompanied the Minister during the meetings.

Source: DIPR Mizoram