A tragic incident occurred in the Radha Gobindapur village of Unakoti district in Tripura on Tuesday afternoon when a lightning strike claimed the life of a 29-year-old man and left two others critically injured at a rubber plantation. Gautam Roy, the deceased victim, was killed instantly when lightning struck a hut where workers had sought shelter from heavy rainfall in the Kanchanbari area. The two injured workers, Nepal Gop and Tapan Shil, both 42 years old, are currently undergoing treatment at Unakoti District Hospital. Upon arrival at Kanchanbari Primary Health Centre, medical staff pronounced Roy dead. Dr. Mantoshi Chakma assessed…

The Tripura government has taken a significant step towards supporting flood-hit farmers in the state by transferring Rs 79.88 crore in direct benefit assistance to over two lakh farmers affected by recent floods. The floods, which occurred from August 19-22, 2024, wreaked havoc on agricultural land and crops, leaving many farmers in a dire situation. This financial aid, provided under the National Disaster Response Fund (NDRF), has reached 2,13,543 farmers across 45 agricultural subdivisions. The remaining three subdivisions—Ampi, Karbook, and Amarpur in Gomati district—will soon receive the funds, according to officials. During a distribution event, Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath…

Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha made a significant announcement today regarding the development of healthcare infrastructure in the state. He revealed that the government has identified a piece of land in Agartala for the establishment of Tripura’s first 100-bed Ophthalmology Institute. In addition to this, Dr. Saha stated that efforts are underway to enhance the facilities at district hospitals by opening trauma care centers in all districts. He emphasized the government’s commitment to overall health sector development, highlighting the unprecedented progress made in the last 35 years. The successful completion of a kidney transplantation was mentioned as a…

The Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) has approved a budget of Rs 476 crore for the upcoming financial year of 2025-26, aiming to bring significant improvements to urban infrastructure and basic civic services in the capital city of Tripura. Mayor and local MLA Dipak Majumder presented the budget on April 23, with a deficit of Rs 72.02 lakh, which has now been cleared after detailed discussions among AMC corporators and senior officials. The budget focuses on addressing long-standing civic issues such as drainage, road conditions, street lighting, pond rejuvenation, and public amenities like open gyms. Mayor Majumder emphasized that the budget…

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has launched a new Parcel Cargo Express Train (PCET) service between Agartala in Tripura and Sanehwal in Punjab, aimed at boosting logistics and trade in the region. This dedicated route is expected to improve connectivity and facilitate the transportation of goods like rubber and pineapples from the Northeast to larger markets more efficiently. Operated by AVG Logistics Ltd. under a Rs 68.95 crore contract, the PCET service is designed to be cost-effective and timely. The train will run twice a month and complete 144 round trips over the next six years, with plans to increase…

Tripura BJP president Rajib Bhattacharya launched a scathing attack on the opposition parties, particularly Congress and CPIM, during a press conference on Tuesday, May 6. Bhattacharya criticized Congress for organizing a ‘Save Constitution Abhiyan’ in the state, questioning their credibility on the matter. “The Congress, which ruled the country for a significant period, never paid homage to the father of the Indian Constitution, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. They did not even display his photo inside the Parliament. How can a party that neglected Dr. B.R. Ambedkar now talk about saving the Constitution?” Bhattacharya questioned. He went on to accuse Congress of…

Tripura is on the brink of a major tourism boom with Chief Minister Manik Saha recently inaugurating a Rs 67-crore infrastructure development project in Chabimura, Fatik Sagar, and Amar Sagar in the Gomati district. This initiative is part of the Tripura Urban and Tourism Development Project (TUTDP) funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB), with the goal of enhancing eco-tourism and cultural heritage in the region. The foundation stone laying ceremony took place at the Chabimura site in Amarpur and was attended by Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury, MLA Ranjit Das, and other senior officials including UK Chakma (Secretary, Tourism Department),…

In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, Tripura Police’s cyber cell has taken action against over 16,000 bank accounts linked to online frauds in the past year. The total amount of money stolen through these cyber scams is estimated to be more than Rs 26 crore. According to officials, criminals have been targeting victims through various online platforms such as social media and messaging apps. They lure unsuspecting individuals with fake job offers, fraudulent loan schemes, or lottery scams. In some cases, scammers even impersonated bank officials to deceive elderly individuals. “Online blackmailing has also been on the rise. Offenders target…

The Tripura government is set to introduce a biometric attendance system in all government-run tribal hostels in an effort to closely monitor the presence of students. The announcement was made by the Tribal Welfare department on May 5, following a review meeting led by Tribal Welfare minister Bikash Debbarma. Currently, there are 164 tribal hostels under the Tribal Welfare department, with an additional 43 hostels operating under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). The state government allocates Rs 80 crore annually to support these hostels. According to Tribal Welfare department Director Subhasish Das, the biometric attendance system will…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha recently attended a voluntary blood donation camp at Agartala’s Pragna Bhavan, where he interacted with donors and emphasized the importance of regular blood donation to save lives. The camp was organized by the Tripura State Blood Transfusion Council (TSBTC) and saw active participation from various sections of society. During the event, Saha inaugurated the camp by lighting the ceremonial lamp and visited the donor area to appreciate the spirit of volunteerism among the participants. He commended the efforts of the donors and stressed the significance of maintaining Tripura’s position as a leader in blood donation…

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has called for a significant boost in the export of Tripura’s aromatic rice, setting an ambitious target of Rs 2 lakh crore. During a high-level review meeting in New Delhi, Shah directed the National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) to explore new opportunities for exporting the aromatic rice varieties of Tripura. Tripura is renowned for its aromatic rice, particularly the “Kali Khasa” and “Biran” varieties, which are cultivated organically and prized for their unique taste and nutritional qualities. Shah emphasized the potential of these rice types in the international market and urged NCEL to capitalize on…

Tripura is making significant strides towards a more sustainable and renewable energy future, with plans to cover all government buildings with solar power systems. The state’s Power Minister, Ratan Lal Nath, made the announcement on Sunday, highlighting the importance of transitioning to clean energy sources. One key initiative driving this transition is the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, under which over 13,500 families have already registered for solar power installations. This surge in registrations indicates a strong public interest in adopting solar energy in Tripura. “The demand for solar power in Tripura has increased significantly. As of 1st May,…