The Tripura Human Rights Commission (THRC) has intervened in the proposed inauguration of the redeveloped Maharaja Bir Bikram College Lake in Agartala under the Smart City Mission. The Commission has issued a recommendation to halt the inauguration due to ongoing legal proceedings surrounding the project. The Forum for Protection of Environment and Waterbodies filed a petition in connection with Case No. 98/2025, raising objections against the announcement made by Agartala Smart City Limited to inaugurate the lake project on August 15, 2025, despite the matter being sub judice. In response to the petition, the Chairperson of THRC, Justice Arindam Lodh,…

Three suspects have been arrested by Tripura Police following a violent theft attempt that left an elderly couple severely injured in Melaghar. Sadly, the man, Ranjan Das, was found dead at the scene, while his wife Namita Das is currently receiving medical treatment. According to police sources, a group of thieves broke into the couple’s home late at night, tied up Ranjan Das, and fatally attacked him. The gang also brutally injured Namita Das during the incident, which occurred in the Shri Durga Sangha area under Grantali Gram Panchayat. Upon receiving reports of the incident, officers from Sonamura Police Station…

An investigation has been launched by Tripura Police following reports of an indigenous woman being allegedly molested inside a bus in Bishramganj, Tripura’s Sepahijala district. The incident led to a group of demonstrators vandalizing the bus and other vehicles in protest. In response to the incident, bus drivers have decided to halt their services indefinitely along the Agartala-Sonamura route, demanding a fair and transparent investigation into the matter. According to Tripura Police sources, the tribal woman was traveling from Agartala to Master Para in Bishramganj when the assault occurred inside the bus. The woman was able to contact her relatives…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha’s efforts to address the deteriorating condition of the National Highway stretch between Kamalpur in Dhalai district and Khowai district have finally borne fruit, as the Centre has taken action in response to his persistent intervention. According to an official from the Tripura Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), the 12-kilometre road, which is an important alternative route in the state, caught the attention of the Centre after Chief Minister Saha formally wrote to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, on May 10, highlighting the urgent need for repair. In response to the letter, the…

The Tripura government has unveiled an ambitious plan to establish six eco parks across the state, with the aim of boosting tourism and creating livelihood opportunities for local communities. Forest Minister Animesh Debbarma announced this initiative on Wednesday, revealing that the parks will be developed in six districts, including Dhalai and South Tripura, at an estimated cost of ₹10 crore per park. These eco parks, to be situated on forest land and operated by the Joint Forest Management Group (JFMG), are expected to provide employment and income opportunities through various tourism-related activities. Minister Debbarma emphasized that the project will be…

The Tripura government has launched a thorough investigation into the tragic death of a lorry driver in Khowai district’s Chakmaghat, Chief Minister Manik Saha announced on August 5th. Mihir Lal Debnath, the lorry driver, was unfortunately trapped inside the cabin of his cement-laden vehicle after it collided with a tree in the early hours of August 5th. Despite efforts to rescue him, Debnath ultimately succumbed to his injuries as the rescue operation proved unsuccessful. Chief Minister Saha expressed his condolences for the driver’s family and stated, “A probe has been initiated in connection with the unfortunate incident at Teliamura where…

The Tripura Human Rights Commission (THRC) has taken action following a complaint filed by the Forum for Protection of Environment and Water Bodies regarding ongoing drain construction in Agartala city. Notices have been issued to the state’s Urban Development Department, the Chief Executive Officer of Agartala Smart City Limited, and the Commissioner of the Agartala Municipal Corporation, directing them to submit their responses within seven days. The complaint highlighted the disruptions caused by the slow pace of drain construction in Agartala, especially during the monsoon season. The construction activities have led to muddy and slippery roads, blocked stretches, and difficulty…

The political landscape in Tripura is undergoing a significant shift, with CPI(M) leader Jitendra Chaudhury confidently stating that his party is poised to make a comeback and reclaim power in the state. In a press conference held on Tuesday, Chaudhury launched a scathing attack on the ruling BJP and its ally Tipra Motha Party, accusing them of failing to deliver on development promises and marginalizing large sections of the population. As the Leader of the Opposition and the state secretary of CPI(M), Chaudhury emphasized that a party’s strength should be determined by public sentiment and support on the ground, rather…

The Tripura Congress has taken a significant step towards protecting the rights of vulnerable individuals by announcing the establishment of a team of lawyers to provide legal support. This decision, announced by party president Asish Kumar Saha on August 5, comes after a resolution was passed during a national legal conclave organized by AICC’s Department of Law and Human Rights in New Delhi on August 2. According to Saha, the AICC Department of Law and Human Rights has urged state units to form legal teams comprised of legal professionals to assist individuals in cases where their rights are being threatened.…

The slogan “No to drugs, Yes to jobs” was brought to the forefront by the Tripura Pradesh Youth Congress, who organized an extended meeting at Agartala Muktadhara Hall. Present at the event were Congress Party MLA Sudip Roy Burman, MLA Birjit Sinha, Youth Congress leader Nilkamal Saha, among others. The meeting aimed to address the issue of unemployment among the youth in Tripura and the negative impact of drug abuse on society. Speakers emphasized the importance of providing employment opportunities to young people as a way to prevent them from falling into the trap of substance abuse. MLA Sudip Roy…

Farmers in the state are feeling encouraged as the minimum support price for rice has increased, improving their livelihoods. Each farmer’s family is becoming self-reliant. With the goal of doubling the income of farmers in the state, the state government has taken a unilateral initiative to purchase rice at a minimum support price this year as well. This initiative, led by the state’s Department of Food, Public Distribution, and Consumer Affairs, along with the Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, is part of the government’s efforts to support farmers in the state. Today, an official announcement was made at the…

Tipra Motha founder and royal scion Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma has strongly criticized Bangladesh’s treatment of its Hindu Bengali population, accusing the country of prioritizing fundamentalism over identity as the foundation of its existence. In a recent social media post, Pradyot delved into the historical context of the subcontinent post-Partition, highlighting the creation of West and East Pakistan and the subsequent formation of Bangladesh. He lamented that despite the opportunity to break away from the past atrocities committed against Bengali-speaking minorities, Bangladesh has failed to protect its Hindu Bengali population. Pradyot’s reflections stemmed from his interactions with various Bangladeshi leaders,…