Agartala celebrated Buddha Purnima with devotion, unity and light, drawing people from all faiths to honor Lord Buddha’s life and teachings. Agartala | May 12, 2025 —Hundreds of devotees gathered in Agartala on Monday to celebrate Buddha Purnima, the sacred day that marks the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Lord Buddha. Candles, Prayers and Universal Peace The Buddha monastery in Agartala was lit with hundreds of candles as people offered prayers and remembered Buddha’s teachings of peace and compassion. “People from all faiths joined the celebration,” said a Buddhist priest. “This day symbolizes the welfare of humanity.” Gautama Buddha’s Journey…

Tripura faces power crisis as power bill dues hit Rs. 475 crore as half of consumers default; disconnections, legal action begin across tribal areas. Tripura Faces Power Crisis as Tripura’s Electricity Bill Dues Cross Rs. 475 Crore Agartala, Tripura – May 12, 2025:The Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) is facing a severe financial crisis as more than half of its nearly 9.3 lakh power consumers have failed to pay electricity bills for years. Over 50% Consumers Default Only 4.32 lakh consumers, mainly from urban centres like Agartala, have paid their dues. This alarming trend has resulted in pending bills…

Tripura and Assam partners with ONGC to launch Northeast’s first 250 MW solar battery storage system, enhancing renewable energy reliability and grid stability. Tripura and Assam In a groundbreaking move, have announced a joint venture with ONGC Tripura Power Company Ltd (OTPCL) and Assam Power Development Corporation Ltd (APDCL) to develop a 250 MW battery energy storage system in Assam. This initiative marks the first large-scale solar battery storage project in Northeast India. The project aims to store electricity generated from solar sources during the day and supply it during peak demand periods, especially at night when solar output is…

Tripura Deputy Speaker Ramprasad Paul denounces misuse of Sanatan Dharma for political gain, urging unity to protect Hindu traditions. Tripura Deputy Speaker Ramprasad Paul In a fervent address during a protest rally in Agartala, expressed deep concern over the perceived threats to Sanatan Dharma. He accused certain individuals of exploiting the ancient Hindu tradition for personal and political gains. The rally, organized by the Rashtriya Sanatani Seva Sangh, aimed to protest alleged attacks on Hindus. Paul emphasized the importance of unity among Sanatanis to safeguard their heritage. “Sanatan Dharma is under threat. Some traitors are using it for their political…

Tripura CM Manik Saha affirms India’s unwavering fight against terrorism, emphasizing border vigilance and coordination amid India-Pakistan ceasefire. Tripura CM Manik Saha In the wake of the recent ceasefire between India and Pakistan, has reiterated India’s unwavering commitment to combating terrorism. Despite the ceasefire, Saha emphasized that the fight against terrorism remains a top priority for the nation. India Today NE “Though there is a ceasefire, our fight against terrorism will remain intact,” Saha stated, highlighting that any aggression post-ceasefire was met with appropriate responses, and the adversaries have since withdrawn. To ensure the state’s preparedness, Saha convened a high-level…

The successful operation by the Tripura Police in Agartala has dealt a major blow to the illegal drug trade in the region. The arrest of Shukku Mia, a notorious drug peddler, and the seizure of a large quantity of narcotics is a significant development in the fight against drug trafficking in Tripura. The raid, which took place in the Motinagar area under West District, was the result of a tip-off received by the Amtali police station. Led by Officer-in-Charge Himadri Sarkar and second officer Mrinal Kanti Pal, the police team raided Shukku Mia’s residence and uncovered a stash of illegal…

Tripura is fully prepared and operating in line with the directives issued by the Central government to enhance border vigilance, Chief Minister Manik Saha said on May 10. The chief minister, who also holds the Home portfolio, chaired a high-level meeting at his official residence on Thursday evening, focusing on strengthening surveillance along the India-Bangladesh border. The meeting, held behind closed doors and lasting over an hour, was attended by senior officials from the Border Security Force, Assam Rifles, BSF, Tripura Police, and other paramilitary forces, as well as representatives from intelligence agencies. CM Saha emphasized the importance of seamless…

Air Marshal Surat Singh meets Assam CM to address regional security concerns amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions and defense preparedness. Air Marshal Surat Singh, the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Eastern Air Command, recently held discussions with Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on matters of importance. This meeting comes at a critical time, as tensions between India and Pakistan have been on the rise following recent military conflicts. In a statement released by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), it was confirmed that Air Marshal Surat Singh paid a courtesy visit to Himanta Biswa Sarma at Lok Sewa Bhawan on…

Tripura Agriculture Minister urges Central Agricultural University setup; discusses vital farmer-centric reforms with Union Minister to boost agriculture. Tripura Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath recently met with Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to advocate for the establishment of a Central Agricultural University in Tripura. The minister emphasized the importance of agriculture in the state, particularly the cultivation of paddy as a major food grain crop. During the meeting, Minister Nath also raised concerns about the challenges faced by farmers in Tripura, including the shortage of farm laborers and the impact of natural disasters such as floods. He highlighted the…

Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, the founder of the Tipra Motha Party and royal scion of Tripura, has issued a strong warning to Bangladesh and slammed Pakistan as a ‘terrorist nation’. His comments come in the wake of escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. In a statement posted on Facebook, Pradyot expressed his support for the actions taken by the Indian Armed Forces in response to Pakistan. He commended the Government of India and opposition parties for standing united against the threats posed by Pakistan. Pradyot criticized Pakistan for harboring terrorists and for its history of supporting violent actions against India.…

A significant security operation unfolded on Thursday, May 8 at Agartala Railway Station as the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and the Government Railway Police (GRP) teamed up to recover a cache of weapons from unclaimed bags found inside a train’s general coach. The discovery was made when two RPF personnel, stationed at the railway station, spotted two suspicious bags inside a general compartment of train No. 14620 from Firozpur. Acting swiftly, they alerted the RPF control room and the GRP, who immediately responded to the scene. Upon inspection of the bags, a total of eight factory-made pistols and 16 empty…

The Central Agricultural University in Tripura is gearing up for its fifth convocation ceremony on May 11, with the prestigious event set to be graced by Dr. V. Narayan, Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Secretary of the Department of Space, Government of India. In a press conference held on campus, Professor A.B. Patil, Dean of the Fishery College, announced the arrival of Dr. V. Narayan as the Chief Guest for the convocation. The ceremony will also see the presence of Professor (Dr.) Pradeep Kumar Joshi, Chancellor of CAU (Imphal), and Dr. Anupam Mishra, Vice Chancellor of…