KOLASIB POLICE & SUB HEADQUARTERS YMA SEIZES HEROIN WORTH OVER Rs. 8 LAKH

Lamtluang Online News: On 17th December 2024, based on a tip-off, a joint team of Kolasib Sub-Hqrs YMA, Kolasib Rengtekawn Branch YMA, and Kolasib Police apprehended Lalrinsanga (32) from Tuithaveng, Kolasib, who had recently returned from Lamka, Churachandpur District, Manipur.

Upon inspecting his vehicle, MZ-05A/2238, the team found 284.71 grams of heroin powder hidden in the plastic boot panel of the car. The heroin was packed in 25 plastic packets, with a total value of Rs. 8,54,130 in local market rates.

TLAWNG HYDEL PROJECT TO GENERATE 120 MW OF POWER

Lamtluang Online News: The Tlawng Hydel Project, which aims to generate 120 megawatts of power, involves the construction of a dam on the Tlawng river in North Lungleng. The project is expected to play a crucial role in meeting the power demands of the region.

According to Minister Pu F. Rodingliana, the project will have a water storage capacity of 1,009.6 million cubic metres, and the water used for power generation will be released back into the Tlawng river, helping to maintain a stable water flow.

The Ministry of Water Resources, Government of India, sanctioned Rs 11.55 crore in 2014 for the survey and investigation and preparation of the detailed project report (DPR) of the Tlawng HEP, which will be implemented by the Central Water Commission (CWC).

The CWC has already completed topographical surveys, geotechnical investigations, seismic studies, and construction material surveys. The foundation study for the dam site is currently underway, and the drifting work to investigate the presence of underground caves is being carried out.

The tender for the work has already been floated, and the tender evaluation process is currently underway. It is expected that the work will be completed within about four months if it progresses smoothly.

Once the drifting work is completed, the exact location and quantity of the dam's foundation will be determined. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) is expected to be completed by around 2025.

Once the DPR is completed, the Mizoram government will take immediate action to implement the project. The project is also expected to alleviate the water scarcity problems faced by Aizawl city during the dry season, as the Tlawng river will provide a reliable source of water.

The project will also generate employment opportunities for the local population and contribute to the overall economic development of the region. The dam will submerge an area of 2888 hectares of uncultivable land and 187 hectares of cultivable land.

The project is expected to be completed within the stipulated timeframe, and the Mizoram government is committed to ensuring that the project is implemented in a transparent and accountable manner.

The press conference was chaired by Pi K. Lalrinzuali, IAS, Secretary, Power & Electricity Department, and was also attended by Er. Lalnithanga, Chief Engineer, Er. C. Lalropianga, Chief Engineer, Er. JH Malsawma, Chief Engineer, Er. Ngursailova Sailo, Chief Engineer, P&E Department, and other officials from the Power & Electricity Department and the Central Water Commission (CWC).

ARAKAN ARMY CONSOLIDATES CONTROL OVER RAKHINE STATE, OCCUPIES 13 TOWNSHIPS

Lamtluang Online News: As of December 17, 2024, the Arakan Army (AA) has taken control of 13 townships in Rakhine State, including Paletwa.

According to sources, the AA launched an operation in TaungKok township on December 14, capturing the entire township. The AA's spokesperson, U Khain ThuKha, confirmed the takeover.

The AA had previously occupied TaungKok township from November 4 to November 24, before retaking control on December 14.

Currently, the AA controls 13 townships in Rakhine State, including Paletwa, KyaukTaw, and TaungKok.

The AA is also reportedly advancing on An township and Gua township.

Meanwhile, the military council is launching operations in Settwe and KyaukPhyu townships, where China has significant investments, including a major project in KyaukPhyu township.

TRAGEDY STRIKES IN MELTHUM: DEATH WHILE ASSISTING STRANDED VEHICLE

Lamtluang Online News: A tragic incident occurred in the early hours of December 17, 2024, in Melthum, resulting in the untimely death of Pu V. Lalruathlua h/o. H Lalrinsiami, a 43-year-old resident of Hmuntha.

According to eyewitnesses, Pu V. Lalruathlua was travelling from Hmuntha to Aizawl for shopping and to deliver vegetables. While passing through the outskirts of Melthum, he came across a stranded Sumo cab stuck in a roadside drain. Without hesitation, he stopped to assist the vehicle's occupants and other bystanders who were trying to pull it out.

Tragically, as they collectively attempted to retrieve the vehicle, Pu V. Lalruathlua lost his footing on the slippery terrain and fell down a nearby cliff, approximately 120 metres high. Despite the efforts of those present to rescue him, he succumbed to his injuries.

The incident occurred at around 1:30 am, and the Quick Response Team (QRT) was alerted shortly thereafter. The team arrived at the scene at 4:10 am and, with the assistance of local residents, recovered Pu V. Lalruathlua's body from the cliff at around 4:35 am. The body was later retrieved at 6:00 am.