The sacred Tripura Sundari Temple in Tripura has witnessed a moment of awe-inspiring creativity as the eternal grace of Maa Tripureshwari, the presiding deity of the temple, has been brought to life on screen for the first time. A team of local talents has come together to create a seven-minute pre-Diwali music video that beautifully reimagines the divine form of Maa Tripureshwari through the art of prosthetics. Actress Namita Debnath delivers a powerful and serene portrayal of the goddess, exuding both compassion and strength. The intricate prosthetic make-up used to mirror the idol of the temple adds a mesmerizing touch…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha issued a public apology on Sunday after mistakenly referring to the Indigenous People’s Front of Tripura (IPFT), the ruling BJP’s alliance partner, as an outlawed group during a political rally in poll-bound Bihar. The incident occurred during a rally at Ramnagar, Bihar, on Saturday, where Saha was addressing a crowd gathered to mark the filing of nomination papers by two BJP candidates. During his speech, Saha made a statement mentioning that members of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT), All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), and IPFT had surrendered to lead normal lives. Inadvertently, he…

The North Tripura district has been put on high alert after fourteen cases of dengue fever were detected in the area. The state health department is taking proactive measures to prevent the further spread of the mosquito-borne disease. All fourteen individuals who tested positive for dengue, including civilians and Border Security Force (BSF) personnel, have received treatment and have been discharged from medical care. Fortunately, their conditions are stable and there have been no reported fatalities. Most of the cases were reported in the Dharmanagar subdivision, prompting health workers to intensify efforts to identify and eliminate mosquito-breeding sites through door-to-door…

The Border Security Force (BSF) has ramped up security measures along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Tripura, resulting in the arrest of 21 illegal infiltrators in recent operations during the festive season. On October 19, BSF personnel apprehended 11 Bangladeshi nationals and 10 Rohingya migrants in coordinated efforts. The Bangladeshi nationals were discovered at Agartala Railway Station, where they were attempting to enter India illegally. Acting on intelligence inputs, BSF teams identified the suspicious movement and took the individuals into custody. Meanwhile, in North Tripura, BSF officials intercepted a group of 10 Rohingya migrants, including women and children, who were trying…

In preparation for the upcoming Diwali celebrations in 2025, the Tripura government has taken steps to ensure smooth travel for devotees visiting the Mata Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur, Gomati district. Two special trains will be operated by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) from October 20 to October 22, 2025, to accommodate the festive rush. Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury confirmed the announcement of the special trains, the Agartala–Sabroom–Agartala and Agartala–Dharmanagar–Agartala routes, aimed at providing convenient transportation for the thousands of pilgrims expected to visit the revered temple of the “Beautiful Mother of Tripura.” Expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…

Tripura BJP president Rajib Bhattacharjee has vowed to take “strong action” against party MLA Tafazzal Hussain for his critical remarks about MP Biplab Kumar Deb and former Union minister Pratima Bhoumik. The controversy began when Hussain, speaking at a football match in Boxanagar, accused Deb and Bhoumik of refusing to provide financial assistance for the construction of a gallery at a local ground. Hussain claimed that he had approached Bhoumik and Deb for funding, but they declined. However, Bhattacharjee readily agreed and allocated Rs 50 lakh from his MPLAD fund for the project. Bhattacharjee, who was present at the event,…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha declared on Saturday that the Tripura Police has significantly increased its efforts to combat drug trafficking across the state over the past 10 days. This initiative is part of the police force’s “Zero Tolerance” policy against narcotics. The Chief Minister revealed that a joint operation between the state police and intelligence agencies resulted in the seizure of 896 kilograms of cannabis, 90,617 bottles of banned cough syrup, 180 Yaba tablets, and 27.78 grams of heroin. As a result of this intensified crackdown, 15 cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act were registered, and…

North Tripura District has been recognized as one of the top-performing districts in the country under the PM-JANMAN (Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan) program, as announced by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. This prestigious award was presented to District Magistrate Chandni Chandran by President Droupadi Murmu during a formal ceremony. The North District Administration took to social media to share the news, expressing pride in the accomplishment and attributing it to the hard work of the District Welfare Officer, Block Development Officers, and all line departments under the guidance of the Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Tripura. In…

Tripura is exploring the possibility of exporting electricity to Nepal, a move that could potentially solidify the state’s position as a key regional energy supplier. Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath made the announcement on October 17, highlighting the state’s commitment to modernisation and sustainable energy growth. The proposal to export electricity to Nepal will ultimately require approval from the Central Government. Nath shared this development while inaugurating the 132 KV Gokulnagar Sub-Station in Sepahijala district, which was constructed as part of the North Eastern Region Power System Improvement Project at a cost of Rs 43.98 crore. This new sub-station is…

Tripura, a state in northeastern India, is exploring the possibility of exporting electricity to Nepal in a bid to enhance its status as a regional energy provider. The announcement was made by Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath on October 17, with the final decision on the proposal expected to be made by the Central Government. The news came following the inauguration of the 132 KV Gokulnagar Sub-Station in Sepahijala district, which was constructed as part of the North Eastern Region Power System Improvement Project at a cost of Rs 43.98 crore. The new sub-station is anticipated to ensure a steady…

Aloke Kumar Chakraborty officially assumed the role of Inspector General of the Tripura Frontier, Border Security Force (BSF) today, taking over from Shri A. K. Sharma, who has been transferred to Manipur. Shri Chakraborty, a highly decorated officer, brings a wealth of experience to his new position. He has been honored with the Police Medal for Meritorious Service, the UNMIK Medal, and the Ati Utkrisht Sewa Padak for his outstanding contributions to the force. With a background in both operational and administrative roles, Shri Chakraborty has served in various capacities across the Indo-Bangladesh and Indo-Pakistan borders, as well as in…

The Government of Bangladesh has expressed deep concern and outrage over the recent lynching of three Bangladeshi nationals in Tripura’s Khowai district. The incident occurred after the suspects were accused of attacking two Indian villagers, resulting in the death of one of them. In response to the incident, Dhaka has urged the Government of India to conduct a prompt, impartial, and transparent investigation into the matter. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh issued a statement condemning the “brutal beating and killing” of its citizens, calling it a serious violation of human rights and the rule of law. The statement…