Five young men narrowly escaped with their lives in a terrifying road accident in Bamutia this morning. The incident took place in the Berimura area of Bamutia under the jurisdiction of Bamutia police station. It is reported that the accident occurred due to excessive speed, causing the Tata Tiago car with registration number TR 01 BU 0443 to lose control and crash into a tree near the roadside house. Fortunately, although the car was severely damaged, neither the driver nor the five passengers inside were injured. A local youth who heard the crash rushed to the scene and helped the…

Tomorrow, the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) along with various left-wing organizations have called for a one-day strike on the upcoming 9th of July. The strike is expected to affect various sectors including transportation, banking, and government offices. The Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP) has strongly opposed the One Day Strike during a press conference at the Agartala Krishna Nagar party office. Papiya Dutt, the general editor of BJP, criticized the opposition’s activity and praised the government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for various projects implemented for the benefit of the citizens of India. Dutt highlighted the government’s efforts in…

On July 9th, a nationwide call was made to the general public to come forward in support of the common Bandh. The call was made by leaders of the opposition party, urging people to stand up against any opposition to these gatherings. The leaders emphasised the importance of unity and solidarity in upholding the Rights of the Common People without fear or intimidation. They urged the public to show their support by participating in peaceful demonstrations and rallies across the country on the designated day. This call comes at a time when there has been growing concern over the government’s…

State government officials in Tripura are actively seeking additional financial support from the 16th Finance Commission to address critical infrastructure needs in the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). During a significant meeting held in New Delhi, Finance Minister Pranjit Singh Roy outlined a series of key demands aimed at boosting the overall development of the state and improving essential infrastructure. Minister Roy highlighted the infrastructural challenges faced by Tripura, particularly the disruptions caused by heavy monsoon rains that affect road and rail connectivity. He stressed the urgent need for additional funds to enhance infrastructure in the TTAADC region,…

Dr. Vishal Kumar, the District Magistrate and Collector of West Tripura District, addressed the media today at a press conference regarding the upcoming State Level Mock Exercise on Floods & Landslides. The event is scheduled to take place on 8th July, 2025 at 1:30 PM in the Conference Hall of the DM & Collector office in Agartala. During the press conference, Dr. Kumar emphasized the importance of being prepared for natural disasters such as floods and landslides, which can have devastating effects on communities. The State Level Mock Exercise aims to simulate a real-life scenario of a flood or landslide…

Tripura has achieved a major milestone in its healthcare sector with the successful completion of the third kidney transplant at Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) and GBP Hospital. This accomplishment signifies a significant step towards enhancing advanced healthcare services in the state. The kidney transplant, which took place on June 30, was carried out in collaboration with Shija Hospital, Manipur, under a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The procedure, which involved a non-related donor and a recipient with high antibody levels, was provided entirely free of cost, highlighting the state’s commitment to public healthcare. The patient, who was previously dependent on…

Districts in Mizoram, Tripura, and Nagaland have shown impressive performance in the NITI Aayog’s North Eastern Region (NER) District SDG Index 2023-24. The index, a joint effort by NITI Aayog, the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MoDoNER), and the UNDP, assessed 131 districts across the North East on 15 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 84 indicators. Hnahthial district in Mizoram secured the top spot with a score of 81.43, followed by Champhai (Mizoram), Gomati and West Tripura (Tripura), and Mokokchung (Nagaland) in the top five districts. The index classified districts as Achievers, Front Runners, Performers, and Aspirants based…

Tipra Motha MLA Ranjit Debbarma of the Tipra Motha Party (TMP) has strongly opposed the renaming of Agartala’s Town Hall after Syama Prasad Mookerjee, founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh. Debbarma has urged Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha to withdraw the announcement, stating that any further attempts to erase the heritage and memories of the royal family will not be tolerated. The controversy erupted following resistance from opposition parties CPI(M) and Congress over the proposed renaming of the historic structure. Debbarma, speaking at an anti-infiltration rally organized by TMP, accused political parties of engaging in a longstanding effort to erase…

The Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) President Asish Kumar Saha has issued a warning of mass protests due to the deteriorating law and order situation in the state. Saha, along with a delegation, met with Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar to demand immediate action to restore peace and security. Saha expressed serious concerns over the increasing number of attacks on opposition leaders and incidents of violence, many of which he alleged were carried out by individuals with ties to the ruling party. He accused the ruling party of supporting these miscreants in their attacks on opposition leaders, leading…

Tipra Motha MLA Ranjit Debbarma of the Tipra Motha Party has issued a stern warning to the Tripura and central governments, demanding immediate action against illegal immigration from Bangladesh. Speaking at a rally in Agartala, Debbarma emphasized the need to implement the Ministry of Home Affairs’ directives in Tripura to safeguard the indigenous population. The rally, attended by a diverse group of individuals from various communities, called for the identification and deportation of illegal Bangladeshi and Rohingya immigrants living in the state. Debbarma stressed that the issue was not political, but rather a matter of national security and community rights.…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha’s announcement to rename the four-decade-old Town Hall in Agartala after Syama Prasad Mookerjee has sparked opposition from the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and the Congress. During a program marking the birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, Saha revealed plans to rename the Town Hall and install a statue of the Jana Sangh founder. However, CPI(M) MLA Jitendra Chaudhury strongly opposed the decision, stating that the structure was built four decades ago and suggested building a new auditorium instead. Chaudhury emphasized the need for new infrastructure in Agartala, highlighting the lack of available halls to…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has remained silent on the recent threat by Tripura Motha Party (TMP) MLA Ranjit Debbarma to withdraw from the BJP-led coalition government in Tripura. Debbarma cited unfulfilled promises regarding the Tiprasa Accord as the reason for the potential withdrawal of support. The Tiprasa Accord was signed in March 2024 with the aim of promoting the overall development of indigenous people in Tripura. However, over a year later, concerns have been raised about the lack of implementation of the agreement. Chief Minister Manik Saha declined to comment on Debbarma’s threat publicly, stating that it is not…