Tripura, a state in Northeast India, has made significant strides in its agricultural sector by cultivating nearly 4,000 hectares of oil palm. This achievement is part of the state’s goal to reach 7,000 hectares of oil palm cultivation by the financial year 2025-26, as announced by Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath. During the launch of the Mega Oil Palm Plantation Drive at Taltala, Nath emphasized the need for India to reduce its heavy dependence on imported edible oils and strive for self-reliance in this sector. He highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a self-reliant India and…

Chief Minister Prof (Dr.) Manik Saha  inaugurated the State Level Commendation Ceremony to celebrate the outstanding achievement of students who achieved a 100% success rate in the Madhyamik/Secondary and Higher Secondary/Senior Secondary Examinations of 2025. The event took place at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala on the 21st of July, 2025, at 11:30 AM. During the ceremony, Chief Minister Prof (Dr.) Manik Saha congratulated the students for their hard work and dedication that led to such remarkable results. He emphasized the importance of education in shaping the future of the state and encouraged the students to continue striving for excellence…

The Assam Rifles, a paramilitary force under the Ministry of Home Affairs, organized a cycling event in Radhanagar, Tripura as part of the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ initiative on 21 July. The event aimed to promote unity, fitness, and environmental awareness among the residents of the region. A total of 40 civilians from different age groups participated in the event, riding alongside Assam Rifles personnel through the city of Radhanagar. The diverse group of participants, which included young students and senior citizens, showcased the spirit of togetherness and healthy living as they cycled together. The cycling event not only focused…

Devotees from all walks of life congregated at Shiva temples in Agartala on the first Monday of the sacred month of Shravan to seek blessings and offer prayers for their families, the state, and the nation. The significance of Shravan, believed to be the birth month of Lord Shiva, drew a massive turnout at various temples including Banamalipur Shiva Temple and Jagannath Bari Shiva Temple. On this auspicious day, known as Shravan Somvar, devotees arrived at temples clad in traditional attire, carrying offerings of water, milk, and belpatra to perform jalabhishek – the ritual of pouring holy water over the…

Dr. Saha emphasized the importance of citizen engagement in the development process and stressed the need for collaboration between the government and the public to achieve sustainable and inclusive growth in Agartala. The Chief Minister also visited several schools and hospitals in the city to assess their infrastructure and service delivery. He directed officials to expedite the completion of pending projects and ensure that essential facilities are provided to the residents in a timely manner. Additionally, Dr. Saha inspected the progress of road construction projects in various parts of Agartala, emphasizing the importance of well-maintained roads for the city’s overall…

In a significant development, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha announced the implementation of a Witness Protection Scheme to safeguard the safety and confidence of witnesses, essential for ensuring justice delivery. This announcement comes in the backdrop of the enactment of three new criminal laws—Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA)—which came into effect on July 1, 2024. Chief Minister Saha praised the transformative changes in India’s criminal justice system under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah. He highlighted that these new laws replace outdated colonial-era legislations…

Tripura, a state in northeastern India, has recently been recognized as the top-ranking state in the country for compliance reduction and deregulation. This achievement is a significant milestone in the state’s journey towards administrative efficiency and digital service delivery. Chief Secretary JK Sinha was invited to New Delhi on July 18 to showcase Tripura’s reform journey, a rare acknowledgment of a northeastern state’s leadership in systemic change. His presentation received praise from senior central officials, including the Cabinet Secretary, who commended Tripura’s model as “innovative, efficient, and replicable.” At the heart of Tripura’s transformation is its long-term vision, Viksit Tripura…

Founder of Tipra Motha, Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma, is set to lead a high-level delegation of party leaders to meet with the Chief Election Commissioner of India in New Delhi on July 23. This meeting comes as the delegation plans to address a number of pressing concerns related to the electoral process in Tripura. Sources within the party have indicated that the delegation will specifically call for the implementation of a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the state’s electoral roll, similar to the recent exercise carried out in Bihar. This demand is seen as crucial in ensuring the integrity and…

Members of the All Tripura Chess Association (ATCA) came together on July 20 to mark International Chess Day 2025 with a state-level FIDE Rating Blitz Chess Tournament and the official launch of the association’s website. The event, held at the Chess Hall of NSRCC in Agartala, aimed to celebrate the game of chess and provide a platform for players to showcase their skills. The Tripura State Selection Blitz Tournament saw players from across the state compete in a fast-paced blitz format, offering a thrilling experience for participants and spectators alike. The tournament not only provided an opportunity for players to…

The Tripura Congress party is gearing up for the upcoming elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), as announced by state president Asish Kumar Saha on July 19. The party met with leaders of its tribal wing to discuss strategies for the elections, which are scheduled to be held early next year. Currently, the BJP ally Tipra Motha Party (TMP) holds power in the 30-member council that governs the tribal areas of the state. Saha stated that the Congress is focused on boosting its organizational strength for the elections and is committed to fighting with full force.…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has unveiled ambitious plans for infrastructure development in the state, including the construction of a cutting-edge multi-storeyed office complex equipped with advanced earthquake-resilient technology. Addressing a seminar organized by the Indian Building Congress on infrastructure development in the Northeast region, Dr. Saha emphasized the state government’s commitment to technical innovation and strategic vision in driving forward infrastructure projects. Recognizing the seismic vulnerability of the region, the Chief Minister highlighted the challenges of constructing high-rise buildings in Tripura, located in a high seismic zone. Nevertheless, he expressed confidence in the engineers who have embraced the challenge,…

Tripura Leads Northeast’s Clean Energy Push with Landmark 800 MW Pumped Storage Project Tripura is making significant strides towards energy independence with the launch of the Northeast’s first-ever 800 MW Pumped Storage Project. This milestone project marks a key achievement in the region’s clean energy journey and was recently highlighted during the 29th meeting of the North Eastern Region Power Committee (NERPC) held in Guwahati on Friday. The meeting was attended by Ratan Lal Nath, Minister of Power, Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, and Election, Government of Tripura, who shared the state’s vision and initiatives in the energy sector. The Pumped…