Cricket gains momentum in Mizoram amidst infrastructure challenges

Jun 06, 2023, at 05:05 am

Aizawl/Mizoram: A group of girls took to the Tlangnuam football field in Aizawl, Mizoram, engaging in a spirited game of cricket during scorching midday heat. Cricket, an unfamiliar sport in the region, has been overshadowed by the popularity of football and basketball.

New football academy, turf unveiled in Mizoram

Jan 16, 2023, at 01:42 am

Aizawl: Mizoram chief minister Zoramthanga recently inaugurated two major projects under Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK) and a football academy centre in western Mizoram’s Mamit.

Manipur government appoints Mirabai Chanu as Additional SP

Jul 27, 2021, at 12:39 am

Imphal, July 26 :  Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Monday announced that the state government decided to appoint Olympic Silver Medalist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu as Additional Superintendent of Police (Sports) in the Police department.

Union Sports Minister Vijay Goel concludes 2-day visit to Mizoram

Jun 28, 2017, at 12:31 am

New Delhi, June 27 (IBNS): Minister of State (I/C) for Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel today concluded his 2-Day visit to Mizoram.

Government of Mizoram, Tata Trusts join hands to promote sports

Dec 21, 2016, at 09:43 pm

Aizwal / Kolkata, Dec 21 (IBNS): The Government of Mizoram and Tata Trusts signed an MoU to nurture sports talent in the state by harnessing the rich wealth of talent and existing sports infrastructure. A state-of-the-art Centre of Excellence will be launched as part of this initiative.