Former Tripura Chief Minister and Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb recently met with Union Minister for Housing & Urban Affairs and Power, Manohar Lal Khattar, to discuss the progress of the lighthouse project in Tripura. The meeting, which took place on July 24, focused on the need for expediting the completion of the housing project and securing additional funds from the Centre to ensure its timely execution. The Lighthouse Project in Tripura is part of a larger nationwide initiative that includes six similar projects across India. The goal of the project is to provide housing to 1,000 families in…

Tipra Motha Party legislator Ranjit Debbarma has called for the urgent implementation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system in Tripura to protect the state and strengthen national security. In a letter addressed to Union Home Minister Amit Shah on July 24, Debbarma emphasized the need for the enforcement of ILP in Tripura, citing the provisions of the Memorandum of Settlement signed in 1993 between the All Tripura Tribal Force (ATTF) and the government. The Memorandum of Settlement stated the introduction of the Inner Line Permit system in Tripura would be pursued with the Government of India, with the state…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha is championing the success of recent kidney transplants in state-run hospitals as a major milestone for public healthcare in the region. During the 49th edition of the Mukhyamantri Samipesu public outreach programme, Saha highlighted the completion of three successful kidney transplants, a significant achievement for the state’s healthcare sector. Encouraging citizens to take advantage of the super-speciality services available within Tripura, Saha emphasized the importance of utilizing these facilities for complex treatments such as organ transplantation. As both the Chief Minister and the Minister of Health, Saha underscored the government’s dedication to providing quality healthcare…

The Election Commission has assured a Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls in Tripura to address concerns of illegal immigration raised by the Tipra Motha Party. The assurance was given during a meeting between a delegation from the party and Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar in New Delhi on July 23. The Tipra Motha Party, a key ally in the BJP-led coalition government in Tripura, has been vocal about the need for a revision of voter rolls in the state due to fears of infiltration. Party leader Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma emphasized the importance of preventing illegal immigrants from entering…

The Tripura government has taken a significant step towards providing justice to victims of financial fraud by launching a formal scheme to refund money to individuals who were duped by chit fund companies. The scheme, which has now been officially notified in the state gazette, was presented before the High Court of Tripura during a hearing on a public interest litigation (PIL) on Tuesday. In response to directives from the High Court, the government has confirmed that over Rs 10.78 crore has been recovered through the auctioning of assets seized from fraudulent chit fund companies. Amicus curiae Purusottam Roy Burman…

West Tripura MP and former Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb met with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi on Wednesday to discuss the progress of key infrastructure projects in Tripura and to strategize for upcoming initiatives. The meeting was crucial as both leaders addressed the challenges posed by heavy rainfall in the state, which often affects the quality and durability of roads. During the meeting, Deb and Gadkari emphasized the importance of long-term solutions, particularly the construction of reinforced cement concrete (RCC) roads to enhance the resilience and longevity of the region’s infrastructure. Deb…

Biplab Kumar Deb, the Member of Parliament for West Tripura and former Chief Minister, recently met with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari in New Delhi to discuss key infrastructure projects in Tripura. The meeting, held on Wednesday, focused on addressing the challenges posed by heavy rainfall in the state, which often affects road quality and durability. Deb and Gadkari emphasized the need for long-term solutions, particularly the construction of reinforced cement concrete (RCC) roads to enhance the resilience and longevity of the region’s infrastructure. Deb raised concerns over the quality of certain ongoing construction works and…

A new initiative called “One Tree at the name of Mother” was launched in front of Ward 35 of the Agartala Municipal Corporation in the district headquarters. The Mayor and MLA Dipak Majumdar were present along with other officials. The initiative aims to promote environmental conservation and sustainability by planting trees in honor of mothers. The event saw the planting of several trees in the area, with a pledge to continue this initiative in other parts of the city. Speaking at the event, Mayor Dipak Majumdar emphasized the importance of preserving the environment for future generations. He encouraged residents to…

The Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Customs Department, has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking in Tripura. On Monday, a joint operation led to the seizure of narcotics worth Rs 14 crore in Khowai district. Acting on specific intelligence inputs, the team intercepted an Ashok Leyland truck in the Tuchandrai Bazar area. Upon inspection, they found a hidden stash of 1,40,000 Yaba tablets, a banned psychotropic substance. The driver of the truck was immediately taken into custody, and both the seized narcotics and the arrested individual were handed over to the Customs Department for further…

The Tripura Legislative Assembly in Agartala marked the anniversary of its relocation from the historic Ujjayanta Palace to its current premises with a special ceremony and tree plantation drive on Tuesday. The move, which took place on July 22, 2011, was a significant milestone in the Assembly’s history since its establishment in 1963. Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha presided over the ceremony, where he highlighted the Assembly’s important role in strengthening democracy and governance in Tripura. He emphasized the Assembly’s commitment to serving the people of the state and reflected on its rich past. “This day serves as a…

Minister Sudhangshu Das, overseeing the departments of Scheduled Caste Welfare, Fisheries, and Animal Resources Development (ARDD), recently conducted a comprehensive review meeting in West Tripura to assess the progress and implementation of various developmental schemes for the fiscal year 2025–26. The meeting, held at the Conference Hall of the District Magistrate’s Office, aimed to ensure the timely delivery of government benefits to eligible beneficiaries. Minister Das stressed the importance of efficient implementation of projects under the three key departments to achieve the developmental goals outlined by the state government. Emphasizing the significance of reaching the last mile and improving the…

– Today, the Governor administered the oath of office to the new Chief Justice at the Raj Bhavan in Agartala, Tripura. In a formal ceremony held at the Raj Bhavan, the new Chief Justice took the oath of office in the presence of dignitaries and high-ranking officials. The Governor congratulated the Chief Justice on taking up the important role and expressed confidence in his ability to uphold the rule of law and deliver justice impartially. The Chief Justice, in his acceptance speech, thanked the Governor for entrusting him with the responsibility and assured that he would work diligently to ensure…