In celebration of World Environment Day, the Tripura State Pollution Control Board, in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology, organized an awareness rally in the city. The Minister of Forest Department, Animesh Debbarma, along with other officials, was present at the event. The rally aimed to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the environment and promoting sustainable practices. Participants marched through the streets, holding banners and signs calling for action to combat pollution and preserve natural resources. Minister Animesh Debbarma emphasized the need for collective efforts to address environmental challenges and urged the public to take responsibility…

On the occasion of World Environment Day, the Tripura State Pollution Control Board and the Department of Science and Technology jointly organized an awareness rally in the city. The rally was attended by the Minister of Forest Department, Animesh Debbarma, as well as other officials. The rally aimed to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the environment and the need for sustainable practices. Participants carried banners and placards with messages promoting environmental conservation and reducing pollution. Minister Animesh Debbarma spoke about the government’s initiatives to combat pollution and protect the environment in Tripura. He emphasized the importance of preserving…

. The signing of these MoUs is expected to pave the way for increased collaboration between Tripura and the UK in the areas of skill development, cultural promotion, and education. The agreements aim to not only showcase the rich cultural heritage of Tripura’s indigenous communities but also to provide greater opportunities for youth in the region. The delegation from Tripura was also able to engage with various stakeholders in the UK, including government officials, business leaders, and academics, to discuss potential areas of cooperation. The visit was seen as a significant step towards building stronger ties between Tripura and the…

Tripura police have detained 13 individuals from Bangladesh who are reportedly linked to the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Samhati Samiti, an organization based in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh. The group, consisting of 11 men and two women, was apprehended late Tuesday night from a rented house in the Hapania area of West Tripura District. According to intelligence officials who spoke with India Today NE, the detainees claimed to be members of the Parbatya Chattagram Jana Samhati Samiti and had entered Tripura six days ago in search of medical treatment. Six of the individuals have burn and cut injuries on…

Tripura is taking proactive steps to enhance its healthcare infrastructure by seeking support from AIIMS-New Delhi, one of the leading medical institutions in India. The state is prioritizing the improvement of healthcare facilities and is looking to collaborate with AIIMS-New Delhi to achieve this goal. A four-member team from AIIMS-New Delhi, led by its Director M Srinivas, is set to visit Tripura on June 7 for a two-day visit. The team will meet with Chief Minister Manik Saha and visit the GBP Hospital and Agartala Govt Medical College (AGMC) to discuss ways to enhance healthcare facilities in the state. Health…

Tripura Lok Sabha MP and former Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb made headlines on Tuesday with his scathing attack on the CPIM, urging the party to leave Tripura and relocate to China for allegedly supporting Naxals and Illegal Bangladeshis. Deb, while distributing relief materials to flood-affected families in Agartala, criticized the CPIM for backing a banned outfit like Naxals and Illegal Bangladeshis, stating that such groups have no place in a democratic society. Deb emphasized the importance of maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the aftermath of the floods, warning of the potential spread of viruses, bacteria, and diseases in the…

The Kharchi Puja and festival hold significant importance in Tripura’s cultural calendar, with rituals and traditions passed down through generations. The festival, which lasts for a week, marks the worship of Chaturdasa Devata, the family deity of the Tripuri people. As preparations for the festival are underway, authorities are leaving no stone unturned to ensure a seamless and successful event. The District Magistrate’s Conference Hall saw a crucial meeting chaired by MLA Ratan Chakraborty, where plans were discussed to make the celebration at the Chaturdasa Devata Temple in Khayerpur a grand affair. MLA Ratan Chakraborty emphasized the cultural and religious…

Tripura University is embroiled in controversy as Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman has demanded a probe into an alleged recruitment scam involving the university’s Vice Chancellor and Registrar. In a letter addressed to MHRD Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Roy Barman accused officiating Vice Chancellor Prof Ganga Prasad Prasain and Registrar Dr Deepak Sharma of engaging in massive irregularities in the recruitment process over the past year. Roy Barman lamented the tarnishing of Tripura University’s reputation, stating that what was once a symbol of academic excellence and integrity is now plagued by corruption and nepotism. He accused Prasain and Sharma of abusing…

A daring group of thieves stole the car of the O.C (Officer-in-Charge) of the Vishalgarh Women’s Police Station on Monday night, causing a stir in the community. This time, the thieves brazenly targeted the police themselves. Two young men rode in on a scooter and made off with the car belonging to O.C Shilpi Das of the Vishalgarh Women’s Police Station. They forcibly pushed the driver out of the car on the busy Vishalgarh Agartala road, taking off with the vehicle. News of the incident reached the additional district police superintendent and the Vishalgarh police, who quickly sprang into action.…

Union Minister Nadda, in a show of solidarity and support, recently reached out to Tripura state BJP president Rajib Bhattacharya to check on the flood situation in the state. The heavy rainfall in areas such as West Tripura, Khowai, and Unakoti has led to widespread flooding, affecting numerous residents. As a response to the crisis, the state government has set up a total of 60 relief camps across the affected districts. Among these, 48 are located in West Tripura, 3 in Khowai, 3 in Unakoti, and 6 in North Tripura. These camps are currently providing shelter to around 2,800 families,…

As of now, the floods have affected over 10,000 people in Tripura, with many families seeking shelter in relief camps set up in schools across the state. The Ambedkar School in Agartala is currently housing 130 families, while the Vivekananda School is providing shelter to 220 individuals who have been displaced by the flooding. Authorities have been working tirelessly to ensure that essential services such as food, clean water, and medical care are being provided to those in need. Special attention is being given to children to ensure they receive proper nutrition during this crisis. Medical teams are conducting health…

Tripura has emerged as a shining example of success in reducing school dropout rates, surpassing the national average in key indicators across primary, upper primary, and secondary levels. Recent data released by the Department of School Education has revealed the state’s remarkable progress in this area. In the primary level, Tripura saw its dropout rate decrease from 1.4% in 2022-23 to a mere 0.5% in 2023-24, while the national average remained at 1.9% during the same period. At the upper primary level, dropout rates fell from 5.9% to 4.1% in the same timeframe, placing the state below the national average…