Two Youths Arrested for Attacking Government Team Conducting Drone Survey in Unakoti District Two youths have been arrested for allegedly attacking a government team that was conducting a drone survey on an agar plantation in the Unakoti district, police confirmed on Sunday. The team, comprised of members from the Science and Technology department of the state government and the Forest department, was assigned to conduct a drone survey on the agar plantation in the Srinathpur area under the Irani police station. According to Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Jayanta Karmakar, on August 22, two members of the survey team were conducting…

Fish farmers in West Tripura district have received a much-needed boost with Rs 1.2 crore in financial assistance as part of the state government’s ongoing flood relief efforts for the aquaculture sector. The distribution ceremony, which took place at Muktadhara under the Department of Fisheries, signifies the latest installment of a Rs 17 crore relief package that has been sanctioned for farmers who have suffered losses due to floods. State Minister Sudhangshu Das expressed the government’s commitment to supporting fish farmers who have faced devastating losses. “Many fish farmers have suffered huge losses due to floods over the years. We…

The Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT) made a strong statement on August 23 by organizing a mass gathering at Agartala’s Math Chowmuhani to push for their demand for a separate state. The event was attended by IPFT MLA and Tripura State Cabinet Minister Sukla Charan Noatia, as well as other party leaders and supporters. The mass gathering served as a platform for IPFT to reiterate their commitment to the pursuit of statehood, a cause that lies at the heart of the party’s political agenda. Minister Sukla Charan Noatia, while addressing the crowd, emphasized that the party has been actively…

Government officials, including Fisheries Minister Sudhanshu Das, Mayor Deepak Majumdar, and local council member Minarani Sarkar, visited several abandoned ponds in Ward 37 of Agartala Municipal Corporation to explore the possibility of using them for fish farming. During the visit, Minister Das emphasized the importance of utilizing these neglected water bodies for aquaculture, noting that it could not only boost fish production but also create employment opportunities for local fishermen. Mayor Majumdar echoed this sentiment, highlighting the potential economic benefits of reviving these ponds. Council member Sarkar expressed her support for the initiative, stating that it aligns with the government’s…

On Saturday, the inauguration of the Junior Division Mohanpur Court of the District and Sessions Judge was held in Mohanpur, with the presence of the Chief Minister of the state, Professor Dr. Manik Saha, M.S. Ramachandra Rao, Chief Justice of the Tripura High Court, and Minister of Power and Agriculture Department, Ratna Lal Nath. Also in attendance were Justice Dr. T. Amarnath Goud, Justice S. Datta Purkayastha, Justice B. Patil of the Tripura High Court, J.K. Sinha, Chief Secretary of the Tripura State Government, Chief Secretary of the Law Department, District Administrator of West Tripura, District Police Superintendent, lawyers, and…

In a significant development for the judiciary in Tripura, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha emphasized the need for delivering justice in a fair, fast, and affordable manner. During the inauguration of the new Court of Sub-Divisional Judicial Magistrate and Civil Judge (Junior Division) at Mohanpur, Dr. Saha urged advocates and judges to work diligently for the welfare of the people. Describing the event as a “historic milestone” in the development of the subdivision, Dr. Saha highlighted the existing judicial infrastructure in Tripura, which includes eight district courts and 15 sub-divisional courts. With the addition of the new court in Mohanpur,…

The Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT), a key ally of the BJP-led Tripura government, has reaffirmed its longstanding call for a separate state, pledging to persist in its peaceful struggle. Speaking at a public gathering in Agartala on the occasion of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) Day, IPFT General Secretary and Cooperation Minister Shukla Charan Noatia emphasized the party’s unwavering commitment to its original goal of full statehood for the autonomous district. Noatia recalled the party’s beginnings in 2009 under the late N.C. Debbarma’s leadership and noted the challenges faced by the IPFT in its journey.…

In a bid to boost agricultural diversification, Tripura is venturing into the cultivation of exotic fruits such as mangosteen, rambutan, and avocado. The state’s Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare Minister, Ratan Lal Nath, unveiled this ambitious plan at the Nagicherra Horticulture Research Centre in Agartala. Minister Nath emphasized that the introduction of these exotic fruits aims to not only increase farmers’ income but also open up new opportunities for commercial cultivation. He highlighted the unique qualities of these fruits, stating that mangosteen is highly prized for its taste and avocado is particularly beneficial for diabetic patients. These fruits have never been…

A horrific incident of gangrape has shaken the residents of Tripura’s Gomati district, as a young girl was allegedly assaulted inside a moving vehicle by two of her companions. The incident took place near Udaipur railway station, leaving the community in shock and disbelief. According to police reports, the accused individuals have been identified as Mithun Debnath (24) and Bower Debbarma (24), both residents of Maharani. The survivor had willingly accompanied them to the Tripureswari temple on Thursday evening, not knowing the horrific ordeal that awaited her. After their visit to the temple, the two men allegedly lured the girl…

The Union government has taken steps to preserve and promote the tribal languages of Tripura, including Kokborok, Darlong, Ranglong, and Uchai, according to Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Durgadas Uikey. In response to a query from Tripura MP Kriti Devi Debbarman, Uikey stated that the Ministry of Tribal Affairs is providing financial assistance to 29 Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs) across the country under the centrally sponsored scheme Support to Tribal Research Institutes. This includes the Tribal Research and Cultural Institute (TR&CI) in Tripura, which is actively involved in preservation efforts. Uikey explained that TRIs support various initiatives related…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha reaffirmed the state government’s dedication to the welfare of its people during a high-level review meeting with all District Magistrates on August 21. The Chief Minister, according to an official release, evaluated the progress of various ongoing projects across districts and instructed officials to ensure their timely and effective implementation. CM Saha emphasized the government’s commitment to people-centric governance and urged district administrations to proactively initiate more welfare-oriented activities that directly benefit citizens. The meeting was aimed at streamlining development efforts and ensuring that government initiatives reach the grassroots effectively. Earlier in the week, Dr…

Prof. Shyamal Das, a highly esteemed professor in the Department of English at Tripura University, has been appointed as the temporary vice-chancellor of the institution. This announcement was made through an official notification released on Thursday, following the retirement of Vice-Chancellor Ganga Prasad Prasin on August 16. The decision to appoint Prof. Das as the temporary vice-chancellor was made in accordance with a letter from the Ministry of Education, Government of India, which was received on August 21. The notification stated that Prof. Das would hold the position for a period of one year or until a regular vice-chancellor is…