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…

Residents of the Rabindranagar area expressed their anger to our correspondent today. They are frustrated with the lack of basic amenities in their neighborhood, specifically in booth number 15, ward number 51, and Surya Money Nagar Legislative Assembly. The incident took place in Rabindra Nagar. The fears that residents had been experiencing have now become a reality. Due to heavy rain for the past few hours, the roads and drainage system have not been properly maintained, despite multiple complaints to the councilor. Some even mentioned that they have been requesting the elderly in the area to no avail. Our correspondent…

Agartala: Tragedy struck the city on May 31st as a young man Shyamal Kumar Dey drowned in the heavy rainfall in the Jackson Gate area, the heart of the city. The incident took place as the downpour caused flooding in the area, leading to the unfortunate death of the youth. Local authorities and police personnel were quick to respond to the situation and arrived at the scene to address the incident. The victim’s body was recovered from the floodwaters, and efforts were made to provide necessary assistance to the affected family members. The incident serves as a stark reminder of…

Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha recently announced that Tripura has become one of the first states to pass the Jan Vishwas Ordinance 2025 as part of its progressive legal reforms. The ordinance aims to decriminalize provisions in various state acts and rules, as well as repeal obsolete laws. Dr. Saha highlighted these advancements during the NER–Stakeholders’ Consultation Program on May 31, emphasizing Tripura’s proactive role in easing governance and compliance frameworks. He mentioned that the state is actively working to reduce compliance burdens in laws governing local bodies, industrial corporations, and utility service agencies, under the guidance of the…

The families of Swapnanil Deb and Debajyoti Deb are anxiously waiting for any updates on the fate of their loved ones. According to reports, the SUV accident occurred near the Rangpo area in East Sikkim district. The Sikkim police, along with local authorities, are conducting search and rescue operations to locate the missing passengers. The swift currents of the Teesta River have made the operation challenging, but efforts are ongoing to retrieve the vehicle and its occupants. Swapnanil Deb and Debajyoti Deb had traveled to Sikkim for a vacation, unaware of the tragedy that would unfold. Their families are devastated…

Tripura, a state in northeastern India, is currently facing the brunt of torrential rains that have caused significant damage to homes and forced hundreds of people to seek shelter in relief camps. Since May 29, heavy rainfall has led to the destruction of 93 houses and the displacement of 207 individuals who have been relocated to four relief camps set up across the state. According to a report from the State Emergency Operation Centre, the West District of Tripura has been the most severely affected by the relentless downpour. Under the Jirania Sub-division, 9 houses were severely damaged and 32…

Tripura Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha has urgently requested Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari for immediate repairs to national highways in the state that have been severely damaged by heavy rainfall. The Chief Minister’s Office reported that continuous rains over the past two days have caused significant damage to parts of the national highways, making it difficult for the public to travel. Construction works were already underway on several stretches of the highways, and the heavy rains have only made the conditions worse, leading to increased hardships for commuters. The Chief Minister highlighted the urgency of restoring road…