The flood situation in Tripura has shown signs of improvement as the state has not experienced heavy rainfall recently and most rivers are now flowing below the dangerous level. According to State Project Officer, Disaster Management, Sarat Kumar Das, the situation has started to get better with the opening of more relief camps to accommodate those affected by the floods. The recent heavy rainfall in Tripura, caused by active monsoon conditions and significant moisture incursion, has led to widespread flooding across the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in…

Tripura Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Biplab Kumar Deb has spoken out against the previous Left Front government, blaming them for the poor drainage and water sewerage system in Agartala city. He claims that since the BJP government took over, significant improvements have been made to the drainage system, resulting in water clearing within hours rather than days. Deb emphasized the importance of ensuring timely help for those in distress, rather than placing blame. He visited a relief camp where 103 families have sought shelter and stated that the state government, under Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, has been providing…

The Assam Rifles, in collaboration with the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), successfully carried out a joint operation against narcotics smuggling in Tripura. On June 1 morning, the operation led to the recovery of a staggering 70,000 Yaba tablets from a vehicle in Teliamura of Tripura’s Khowai district. The seized narcotics, with an approximate market value of Rs 7 crore in the international market, were found concealed in a WagonR bearing registration number TR 01-BL-0337. The successful operation resulted in the apprehension of two individuals involved in the smuggling activities. The individuals were identified as Shamal Majumdar, a resident of…

The Tripura Motha’s youth wing, the Youth Tipra Federation (YTF), organized a protest on June 2nd in front of the office of the district magistrate (DM) of Gomati district, demanding action against him for allegedly disrespecting Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, the party supremo. The controversy began when Tarit Kanti Chakma, the district magistrate of Gomati district, refused to meet Pradyot Kishore Manikya on May 25th, when he was accompanied by the chief of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), Purna Chandra Jamatia. In response to this incident, a delegation of Tipra Motha, led by Minister for State for…

Tripura Motha’s youth wing, the Youth Tipra Federation (YTF), staged a protest on June 2 in front of the office of the district magistrate (DM) of Gomati district, demanding action against him for allegedly disrespecting party supremo Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma. The controversy began when Tarit Kanti Chakma, the DM of Gomati district, refused to meet Pradyot Kishore Manikya on the night of May 25, despite being accompanied by the chief of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), Purna Chandra Jamatia. In response to this incident, a delegation of Tipra Motha, led by Minister of State for Industries…

The Northeast region of India is currently facing a crisis as heavy rains continue to batter various areas, leading to flooding, landslides, and rising river levels. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall until at least June 3 or 4. In Assam, at least 5 people have lost their lives due to landslides, prompting the state government to announce Rs 4 lakh ex-gratia for the families of the victims. The situation is critical in many districts, with over 3.64 lakh people affected in 19 districts, including Lakhimpur, Dibrugarh, and Nagaon. Assam Chief…

The Director General of Police (DGP) for Tripura, Anurag, announced on Sunday, June 1 that the crime rate in the state has decreased by 10 per cent so far this year. Anurag, who was making his first visit to the South District after taking on the role of the top cop in Tripura, expressed his commitment to improving the overall performance of the Tripura Police. Having previously served as the District Superintendent of Police in the South District in 1999, Anurag emphasized his familiarity with the area and stated that discussions would be held with officials to implement new priorities…

In a successful anti-drug campaign, police in the Kasba Kauka Para area of Damchara thana in North Tripura have arrested two individuals with a large quantity of drugs, including heroin and tablets. The suspects have been identified as Sanjeev Debbarma, son of the late Ajoy Debbarma, from whose house 33 grams of heroin powder and 800 tablets of yaba were recovered. The estimated market value of these drugs is around 15 lakh takas. During the operation, police also seized 3,74,500 takas in cash from the suspect’s house. Additionally, the suspect’s accomplice, Krishiram Ryang-Kew, was also apprehended at the scene. According…

The Chief Minister of Tripura, Dr. Manik Saha, today visited the flood-affected area of Chandrapur and other places in Agartala to assess the situation and provide necessary assistance. This visit comes as the Tripura government has placed all eight districts of the state on red alert due to a prediction of extremely heavy rainfall activity. Arun Kumar Roy, Additional Secretary of the Revenue Department, issued an order directing district magistrates to take preparedness measures in light of the red alert issued by the Regional Weather Forecasting Centre in Guwahati. The alert was shared by the Integrated Control Room for Emergency…

The Howrah River in Tripura’s West District has caused widespread flooding, leading to approximately 1,300 families seeking refuge in relief camps. Chief Minister Manik Saha took to social media to address the situation, stating that continuous rainfall has resulted in flooding in various parts of the district. The Central Water Commission reported that the Howrah River is currently flowing at 11.58 meters, which is 0.88 meters above the danger level. As a result, areas such as Baldakhal, Sri Lanka Basti, and Chandrapur Inter-State Bus Terminus in Agartala have been severely affected by the rising water levels. In response to the…

The Chandrapur area of Agartala, along with other surrounding areas, experienced severe flooding yesterday due to three hours of heavy rainfall. The Jal Mohan canal in Indranagar overflowed, causing water to enter homes and displacing residents. Authorities are providing assistance to the affected people. The Tripura State Disaster Response Force (TSR) and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are working together to help evacuate people from flooded areas and provide relief. The local police administration is also coordinating efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of residents. Many families have been forced to leave their homes and take shelter in…

Due to heavy rainfall yesterday, people’s lives have come to a standstill in Agartala. Water has entered homes in areas like Bottola, Basar Bazar, and Chandrapur, causing inconvenience to residents. The Howrah River has also overflowed, adding to the woes of the people in the region. The heavy rainfall has resulted in waterlogging in several parts of the city, disrupting normal life. People are facing difficulties in commuting due to flooded streets and water entering their homes. The local administration is working to pump out the water and provide relief to the affected residents. Residents have been advised to stay…