The Tripura Government is putting pressure on the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) to ensure that repair work on the Assam-Agartala National Highway (NH-8) is completed before the upcoming Durga puja festival. PWD secretary Kiran Gitte, accompanied by senior officials from NHIDCL and Tripura PWD, recently inspected the highway to assess the current state of affairs. With Durga puja set to begin on September 29, 2025, the government is keen to ensure that the highway is in good condition to accommodate the increased traffic expected during the festive period. Reports of the poor state of the National…

Chief Minister Manik Saha of Tripura praised the significant contributions of Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) in the state in ensuring access to quality education for students from Janajati communities. Speaking at an event on July 26 at Rabindra Bhawan, Agartala, Saha highlighted the crucial role played by NGOs in managing 192 hostels where around 16,500 students are currently pursuing their studies. During the event, meritorious students from these hostels who excelled in the Madhyamik and Higher Secondary examinations were felicitated. Saha emphasized the importance of education and commended the students for their achievements, stating that they are the ambassadors of Tripura…

The Border Security Force (BSF) has taken a significant step towards gender equality and operational efficiency with the inauguration of a state-of-the-art Mahila Barrack at Border Out Post (BOP) Ekinpur in South Tripura district. The inauguration ceremony was led by Ashwani Kumar Sharma, Inspector General (IG) of Frontier Headquarters (Ftr HQ) Tripura, highlighting the BSF’s dedication to the welfare and empowerment of its women personnel. This new barrack, specially designed for female personnel, is equipped with modern amenities to ensure a comfortable and conducive living environment. The aim is to enhance the capabilities of mahila praharis and further strengthen their…

The Honorable Chief Minister, Prof (Dr) Manik Saha, participated in a significant program on July 26, 2025. The event was the 1st Distinction Honor Function Program for students in Classes X and XII from various NGO-run boarding houses. The students were from both the Tripura Board of Secondary Education (TBSE) and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The event took place at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala at 1:00 PM. The program aimed to recognize and celebrate the academic achievements of the students who had excelled in their studies. The Chief Minister was in attendance to show his support…

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government in Tripura is making significant strides towards prioritizing the welfare of indigenous communities in the state, Chief Minister Manik Saha announced. With 31.76 per cent of Tripura’s population belonging to 19 different tribal communities, the government is focusing on their development and empowerment. Chief Minister Saha revealed that the World Bank has approved a Rs 1,600-crore project dedicated to the advancement of indigenous people in the region. This project, facilitated by the support of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, is already in progress in the northeastern state. Furthermore, the state government has allocated a…

A seminar organized by the All India National Education Federation was held in Agartala Matangini Pritilata Hall. The event was attended by Minister Kishore Barman along with other dignitaries. The seminar focused on various issues related to education in India, including the importance of quality education for all, the need for educational reforms, and the role of teachers in shaping the future of the country. Participants discussed ways to improve the education system and ensure equal access to education for all students. Minister Kishore Barman emphasized the government’s commitment to providing quality education to all children and highlighted the importance…

Residents of Shrinathpur village in Tripura have been facing a crisis of drinking water for the past nine months, finally leading them to block the road in protest. According to reports, for the past nine months, residents of Shrinathpur village in a part of the local municipality have been suffering from a severe shortage of drinking water. Despite repeated attempts to contact the authorities and the local municipality, no solution has been provided. Even the mosque in the area is facing a water crisis, causing water tanks to run dry. The people in the area are now relying solely on…

The Mayor of Agartala Municipal Corporation, Deepak Majumdar, along with Commissioner Shailesh Kumar Yadav, councilors, and other officials, visited various parts of Agartala city to assess its beauty and cleanliness from Ker Chowmuhani to Bidurkarta Chowmuhani. The officials inspected the streets, parks, and public spaces to ensure that the city is well-maintained and clean for its residents and visitors. During the visit, the Mayor and Commissioner interacted with local residents and vendors to gather feedback on the current state of cleanliness and identify areas that need improvement. They also emphasized the importance of waste management and urged residents to actively…

Once again, the SSC examinees of 2022 demanded an expedited process for publishing their exam results and reopening schools after a long hiatus. On Friday, a delegation of education officials gathered at the education building in Agargaon to discuss the matter. The students, who have been eagerly awaiting their results, expressed their frustration at the delay in the publication of the results. They argued that the prolonged wait was causing them unnecessary stress and anxiety, and urged the authorities to expedite the process. Furthermore, the students also called for the reopening of schools, citing the detrimental effects of prolonged closures…

A high-level delegation from the TIPRA Motha Party, led by chairman Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma, recently met with BJP national president J.P. Nadda in New Delhi to address pressing issues facing Tripura. The delegation urged for immediate action on the promised TIPRASA Accord and a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Tripura’s electoral roll. Party sources revealed that during the meeting, the delegation highlighted the demographic vulnerability of indigenous communities in the state and stressed the need for a comprehensive revision of the electoral list to protect their political rights. The TIPRA Motha team also urged the BJP leadership to fulfill…

The Higher Education Department of Tripura has taken swift action against alleged misconduct and forgery in the ongoing undergraduate admissions process for the academic year 2025-26. Dr. Abhijit Nath, an Assistant Professor at Ramthakur College in Agartala, has been suspended following serious allegations brought to light in a local newspaper report on July 19. The suspension order, signed by Special Secretary Raval Hemendra Kumar, was issued after college authorities discovered discrepancies in the official admission list and forged fee cards bearing the college administration’s signatures. Dr. Nath admitted to taking 50 fee cards without authorization and keeping them at his…

Tripura makes historic leap in solar power generation, aims for 50 MW within a year Tripura has achieved a significant milestone by successfully generating 2 megawatts (MW) of electricity from solar energy, marking a major step towards energy self-reliance for the state. With a target of producing 50 MW within the next year, Tripura is making great strides in renewable energy production. The Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) issued a press release highlighting the success of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 13, 2024. This initiative encourages rooftop…