Tripura Tribal Welfare Minister Bikash Debbarma has accused supporters of the Tipra Motha Party of setting fire to a BJP office in Mandwai on the night of September 23, causing significant damage to the property. Debbarma visited the site of the incident on September 24 and expressed his outrage at the destruction caused by the fire. According to Debbarma, the fire destroyed furniture, party flags, and cutouts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Manik Saha. He warned that those responsible for the attack would face severe consequences for their actions. Debbarma stated, “A group of Tipra Motha Party…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha revealed in a recent session of the state Assembly that a total of 3,518 foreign nationals, primarily Bangladeshi citizens, have been arrested in the state since 2022 for illegal entry. This announcement came in response to a calling attention notice put forward by Tipra Motha Party MLA Ranjit Debbarma. Saha highlighted that the state government has implemented several measures to combat infiltration, particularly following political changes in neighboring Bangladesh. Special task forces (STFs) have been established in all eight districts to prevent illegal entry and monitor border-related crimes as per directives from the Centre. “The…

The controversy surrounding the inauguration of development projects at the Mata Tripurasundari Temple Complex by Prime Minister Narendra Modi continues to simmer, with accusations flying from both the Congress and ruling alliance partner Tipra Motha Party. During the second day of the Tripura Legislative Assembly on Tuesday, September 23, Tipra Motha Party MLA Pathan Lal Jamatia raised concerns about the absence of any members of the royal family at the event. He highlighted the historical significance of the royal family’s connection to the temple and questioned why they were not invited. Fellow Tipra Motha MLA Biswajit Kalai echoed these sentiments,…

Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy announced in the Legislative Assembly today that the state government is working to bridge the gap in Dearness Allowance (DA) for its employees. In response to a notice raised by Congress MLA Gopal Roy during the mention session, Minister Roy shared that efforts are being made to gradually reduce the DA gap while keeping the state’s financial resources in mind. He emphasized that the government is also focused on ensuring regular promotions for employees after completing all necessary legal processes. A permanent mechanism for granting promotions is expected to be introduced soon. Minister Roy…

In a generous move to support government employees and pensioners in Tripura, Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha has announced a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR), effective from October 1, 2025, just in time for the upcoming Durga Puja festival. During the concluding session of the Tripura Legislative Assembly, Dr. Saha described the hike as a special Durga Puja gift and emphasized the state government’s commitment to the well-being of its employees. The government will allocate an additional Rs 125 crore to implement the raise, which is expected to benefit thousands of individuals across the…

The West Majlishpur Gram Panchayat in West Tripura has made the state proud by winning the National Level Silver Award at the 28th National Conference on e-Governance 2025 in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. This achievement has brought national recognition to Tripura’s efforts in digital governance. Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has described this accomplishment as a “landmark” for the state, highlighting the government’s dedication to promoting good governance and citizen-friendly services. He emphasized that the recognition of West Majlishpur Gram Panchayat at the national level demonstrates the state’s commitment to delivering transparent and efficient governance to its people. The District…

The Tripura Congress has launched a scathing attack on the state government for allegedly excluding opposition parties during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s inauguration of the PRASAD project at the Mata Tripurasundari Temple. Pradesh Congress President Ashish Kumar Saha expressed his disappointment over the matter, labeling it as a reflection of the BJP’s “one-party attitude.” Saha criticized the government for not inviting opposition parties to the official function, stating that the Prime Minister represents all citizens and it is customary to include opposition leaders in such events. He accused the BJP of politicizing the temple, claiming that they have made it…

. The Mata Tripurasundari Temple Complex is a significant religious and cultural site in Tripura, attracting devotees and tourists from all over the country. The development projects inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi include the construction of a new entrance gate, renovation of the temple premises, installation of modern amenities for pilgrims, and beautification of the surrounding areas. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister and the Central Government for their support in transforming the temple complex. He highlighted the importance of preserving the rich heritage and traditions of Tripura, and…

Agartala, the capital city of Tripura, may soon become a hub for international travel with direct flights to Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand in the pipeline. The Tripura government has formally requested the Union Civil Aviation Ministry to start these services from Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport. Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury made this announcement on September 21 during a ceremony to distribute uniforms to pre-paid taxi and auto drivers at the airport. He mentioned that the request was made at a recent meeting with the Civil Aviation Ministry in Itanagar. Chowdhury emphasized that introducing international flights from Agartala would not only…

Tensions escalated in Tripura’s West District on Sunday as violence erupted during a cloth distribution program organized by the BJP ahead of the upcoming Durga Puja festival. Four BJP workers, including the vice president of the BJP ST Morcha, and one journalist were seriously injured in an alleged attack by Tipra Motha Party workers in Hezamara under Mohanpur Sub-division. According to BJP state general secretary Bipin Debbarma, the attack occurred during a social welfare activity and not a political event. “It was not a party program but a social program. The BJP leaders were distributing clothes for Durga Puja when…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Tripura on September 22, where he will break from his usual practice of delivering speeches at public gatherings. Instead, Modi will participate in a brief 45-minute ceremony at the historic Tripureswari temple in Gomati district without addressing the crowd. The decision to forgo a speech during his visit to inaugurate the newly redeveloped temple is unusual for the typically vocal Prime Minister. The Tripureswari temple is one of India’s 51 revered Shakti Peethas and has undergone extensive renovation under the central government’s PRASAD scheme at a cost of Rs 52 crore. Gomati…

The Tripura Civil Society has called for a statewide bandh on October 13 to push for the implementation of the Inner Line Permit (ILP) system, measures against illegal immigrants, and the speedy execution of the Tiprasa Accord. The decision to call for the bandh was announced by Tipra Motha Party MLA Ranjit Debbarma, who stated that the call was being made by a non-political group with the full support of his party. Debbarma emphasized the need for the Tripura government to take strong action against illegal immigrants in line with the directives of the Union Home Ministry. He criticized the…