In a groundbreaking move aimed at combating drugs trafficking and strengthening law and order in Tripura, the state government has announced a major reshuffle in the Tripura Police force. A total of 108 police officers, including Tripura Police Service (TPS) officers and Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, have been transferred in a single order issued today. The decision to transfer such a large number of officers in a single order is unprecedented in the history of Tripura Police. The move is seen as a strategic step to address the growing concerns related to law and order in the state, as…

The state of Tripura is currently facing allegations of massive corruption and substandard construction in multiple national highway projects. Reports have revealed that more than eight National Highway (NH) projects have been sanctioned in the state, with concerns emerging about the quality of work and the allocation of funds. Among the most troubling cases are the Khowai-Kamalpur and Khowai-Agartala national highways. Despite receiving over Rs. 620 crore for development, these roads remain incomplete and are of poor quality, posing serious risks to travelers. The Khowai-Kamalpur stretch, which is 25 kilometers long, and the Khowai-Agartala stretch, which is 38 kilometers long,…

Four Bangladeshi nationals, including two minors, were apprehended at Agartala Railway Station in Tripura in a joint operation carried out by the Agartala Government Railway Police (GRPS), Railway Protection Force (RPF), and the Intelligence department. The arrests took place on the night of June 7 and 8. Officer-in-Charge of Agartala GRPS, Tapas Das, stated that the arrest was made based on confidential inputs. The four detainees had reportedly entered India illegally from Bangladesh and were allegedly planning to travel to Delhi by train. Preliminary interrogation revealed their intention to cross further into Indian territory. The individuals who were arrested have…

A delegation from the World Bank recently visited North Tripura’s Kadamtala area to review the agarwood industry and explore potential opportunities for growth. The three-member team, led by consultant Dan Altrell, met with senior forest department officials to understand the current state of the agarwood sector. During their visit to Kadamtala, the team also visited the agar market and engaged with growers to gather insights on how the World Bank could support them. North Tripura District Forest Officer, Suman Malla, highlighted that the World Bank’s visit was part of a project focusing on non-timber forest products, with a specific interest…

Millions of Rupees Wasted! Uproar as Boundary Wall of Udaipur Railway Station Collapses A significant portion of the boundary wall of Udaipur railway station has collapsed. Construction work had just begun when on Saturday, residents of Udaipur were shocked to witness a massive section of the boundary wall of Udaipur railway station, which is part of the ambitious Amrit Bharat station scheme, crumble down. It was like a bizarre scene from a disaster movie! In August 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the Amrit Bharat station scheme, allocating a whopping Rs. 24,700 crores to upgrade 508 railway stations in India.…

Muslims celebrated Eid-ul-Adha in Agartala on Tuesday, marking the end of Hajj pilgrimage. The Eid prayer was held at the Gedu Mina Mosque in Agartala, where worshippers gathered to offer their prayers and celebrate the occasion. Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son as an act of obedience to God. It is one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar and is celebrated by Muslims around the world. The prayer at the Gedu Mina Mosque was led by the Imam, who delivered a sermon on the significance…

Specialist doctors from the Agartala Government Medical College, in partnership with the All Tripura Government Doctors Association and the Chawmanu Social Health Centre, treated 413 patients across multiple departments during a Mega Health Camp cum Blood Donation Camp in the remote Longtarai Valley of Tripura’s Dhalai district on 6th June. The event, aimed at improving healthcare access for remote communities, saw the participation of 13 specialist doctors offering services in medicine, pediatrics, surgery, gynecology, obstetrics, orthopedics, ophthalmology, ENT, and dermatology. Free medicines were distributed to patients for post-consultation care. Dr. Kanak Chowdhury, Deputy Medical Superintendent of GBP Hospital and General…

Educated youths in Tripura are increasingly turning to farming as a lucrative career option, according to Tripura Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath. Speaking at the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan event in Phultali village, Nath highlighted the trend of highly educated youths making significant incomes through agriculture, supported by the state government and modern farming practices. The event, held in the Sepahijala district, focused on the government’s commitment to empowering farmers in various sectors such as fisheries, poultry, floriculture, and horticulture. Nath emphasized the shift from viewing agriculture as a traditional occupation to a modern, income-generating profession. The…

Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid or Eid-ul-Adha, is set to be celebrated on June 7 this year in India, marking one of the most significant festivals in the Islamic calendar. This festival holds great importance for Muslims around the world, commemorating Prophet Ibrahim’s act of faith and obedience. The date of Eid al-Adha varies across continents based on the sighting of the moon, with countries like Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Oman observing the festival a day earlier than India. Muslims worldwide celebrate this day on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic lunar calendar.…

Hindu groups in Tripura are intensifying their efforts to push for a statewide ban on cow slaughter ahead of the upcoming Bakri Eid festival on June 7. The Sanatani Hindu Sena and Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) have submitted memoranda to district authorities, urging strict enforcement of animal protection laws in the state. Representatives from the Sanatani Hindu Sena have met with District Magistrates in all eight districts to advocate for administrative action prior to the festival. Khokan Biswas, assistant joint secretary of the Sena, emphasized the religious significance of cows in Sanatan Dharma and called for a complete ban on…

In the aftermath of the recent devastating floods across Tripura and parts of West Manipur, Assam Rifles has intensified health measures to prevent disease outbreaks. The paramilitary force has launched a series of proactive interventions to combat the looming threat of mosquito-borne illnesses and sanitation-related concerns. Stagnant water and rising humidity in flood-affected regions raise the risk of diseases like dengue, malaria, and chikungunya. To address this, Assam Rifles conducted a large-scale fogging operation in Chandrapur and Resham Bagan under Sadar Sub-Division, West Tripura on June 5. The operation, carried out in coordination with local civil authorities, aimed to suppress…

The Vikshit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, a campaign aimed at reaching out to farmers in Tripura and providing them with the necessary knowledge and tools to improve their agricultural practices, has gained significant momentum in the state. Launched on May 29 with the goal of connecting with 1.72 lakh farmers, the campaign has already covered 1.1 lakh farmers within just one week. Officials from the Tripura Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department have reported that the response to the campaign has been overwhelming, with both farmers and the general public showing great enthusiasm for the initiative. With 72 meetings being conducted daily…