The Tipra Motha Party, a political ally of the BJP in Tripura, is gearing up to stage a major protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on September 9th, urging the Centre to fulfill promises that were made over a year ago. The party has outlined several key demands that they will be advocating for during the protest. These demands include seeking constitutional recognition for ‘Greater Tipraland,’ the implementation of the Tiprasa Accord, and the deportation of illegal immigrants from Tripura. The Tiprasa Accord, which was signed in March 2024 in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, was…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Tripura on September 22 to inaugurate the newly completed beautification and reconstruction works of the historic Mata Tripura Sundari Temple in Gomati district. The temple, known as one of the holiest sites in Eastern India, has undergone a major facelift under the PRASAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive) scheme. This project, which began after the BJP government came into power in the state, is now nearing completion. The Central government provided approximately Rs 38 crore for the renovation under the PRASAD scheme, with an additional Rs 7 crore contributed by the…

In a groundbreaking move, drones are being utilized for the first time in Tripura to combat a widespread fungal infection threatening rubber production in the state. The use of drones to spray fungicides on rubber plantations is a significant step in containing the outbreak of phytophthora, a fungal disease that causes premature leaf fall and disrupts latex flow, resulting in substantial crop loss. The pilot operation was conducted at the Rubber Board’s Taranagar farm in West Tripura, following the rapid spread of the disease across three major rubber-growing districts—Gomati, Sepahijala, and West Tripura. The Rubber Board of India highlighted the…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the state of Tripura on September 22 to inaugurate the newly completed beautification and reconstruction works at the historic Mata Tripura Sundari Temple in Gomati district. The Mata Tripura Sundari Temple, which is considered one of the holiest sites in Eastern India, has undergone a major facelift under the PRASAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive) scheme. This project, which was initiated after the BJP government came into power in the state, has now reached its final stages of completion. The Central government allocated around Rs 38 crore for the renovation of…

In a groundbreaking move, drones are being utilized for the first time in Tripura to combat a widespread outbreak of phytophthora, a devastating fungal infection that is threatening rubber production in the state. The innovative pilot operation took place at the Rubber Board’s Taranagar farm in West Tripura, following the rapid spread of the disease across three major rubber-growing districts – Gomati, Sepahijala, and West Tripura. Phytophthora infection causes premature leaf fall and disrupts latex flow, resulting in significant crop losses for rubber plantations. The Rubber Board of India highlighted the urgency and commitment behind the initiative, noting that drones…

The Tripura government has stepped forward to support flood relief efforts in Himachal Pradesh by announcing a contribution of Rs 5 crore on September 5. Chief Minister Manik Saha revealed that he spoke with Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to express solidarity with the people of the state during this challenging time. Himachal Pradesh has been severely impacted by 133 major landslides, 95 flash floods, and 45 cloudbursts since the monsoon season began on June 20. The recent devastating floods have caused significant damage, leading to loss of lives and destruction of property. In a statement on Facebook, Chief…

Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath made a significant announcement on Saturday, revealing that the state government is reviving the Dumboor power plant to produce 11 Mega Watt (MW) of electricity. This move is part of a larger shift toward solar energy in response to the decreasing natural gas reserves in the region. Speaking at an awareness camp on the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in Kailasahar, Unakoti district, Nath emphasized the government’s commitment to preparing for the future while ensuring inclusive development for all citizens. Nath explained that the Dumboor power plant used to generate 3 MW of…

Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced on Saturday that the state government is taking steps to revive the Dumboor power plant in order to generate 11 Mega Watts (MW) of electricity. This move comes as part of a broader shift toward solar energy in response to declining natural gas reserves. Speaking at an awareness camp on the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in Kailasahar, Unakoti district, Nath emphasized the government’s focus on preparing for the future while ensuring inclusive development. Nath explained, “In Dumboor, we used to generate 3 MW of electricity, but the plant was damaged by…

Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced on Saturday that the state government is reviving the Dumboor power plant to generate 11 Mega Watt (MW) of electricity, in response to declining natural gas reserves. The move comes as part of a broader shift towards solar energy in the state. Speaking at an awareness camp on the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in Kailasahar, Unakoti district, Nath emphasized the government’s commitment to preparing for the future while ensuring inclusive development. He explained that the Dumboor power plant used to generate 3 MW, but was damaged by floods last year. Efforts…

Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath made a significant announcement on Saturday regarding the revival of the Dumboor power plant in the state. The plant is set to generate 11 Mega Watt (MW) of electricity, marking a shift towards solar energy in response to declining natural gas reserves. Speaking at an awareness camp on the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana in Kailasahar, Unakoti district, Nath emphasized the government’s focus on preparing for the future while ensuring inclusive development. He explained that the plant in Dumboor previously generated 3 MW of electricity, but was damaged by floods last year. Efforts…

Tripura Transport and Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury has emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong connection with the people by continuing to hold his weekly ‘Jana Darbar’ sessions, providing a platform for citizens to directly address their grievances with their elected representative. Chowdhury expressed that ‘Jana Darbar’ is an opportunity for the public to bring their concerns to their representatives, highlighting his commitment to engaging with constituents and addressing their issues since taking office as an MLA in 2018. On Saturdays, the minister meets with hundreds of constituents who raise various issues including financial struggles, unemployment, pension-related matters, education, and…

The 2nd edition of the Maharaja Kirit Bikram Manikya Scholarship Programme (MKBMSP) has been officially launched in Tripura, aiming to support civil service aspirants in the region. This initiative, named after Maharaja Kirit Bikram Manikya, father of Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, is designed to empower talented youth who are preparing for the prestigious UPSC and TPSC examinations. The scholarship programme will provide selected candidates with full funding for a 12-month course at the Oriental IAS Academy in Agartala. This opportunity will give aspiring officers access to high-quality coaching and resources that are often financially out of reach for many individuals.…