In a momentous event marking a new chapter in Tripura’s democratic journey, the Tripura Legislative Assembly is all set to host the state’s first-ever Youth Parliament. This landmark initiative will unfold in the presence of the Hon’ble Chief Minister, state ministers, and Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), making it a truly historic occasion. Organized to empower the youth and cultivate political awareness, this Youth Parliament aims to simulate the legislative process, offering young participants a unique opportunity to voice their ideas, debate policy issues, and understand the core values of democracy from within the iconic halls of the Assembly.…

Agartala witnessed a significant endorsement of the Tripura state budget for the financial year 2025-26, as Tripura Pradesh Mahila Morcha President and former MLA Mimi Majumder praised its potential to drive economic growth and overall development. Speaking at an organizational meeting held by the 35 Belonia Mondal at Agniveena Community Hall, Belonia College, Majumder highlighted the budget’s progressive nature and its commitment to the state’s advancement. Majumder emphasized the substantial increase in the budget allocation compared to previous years, particularly during the CPI-M era. She noted that while the 2024-25 budget was Rs 27,804.67 crore, the new budget stands at…

In a move to strengthen the state’s financial performance, Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy chaired a key departmental meeting on Saturday to strategize the collection of all types of government revenue by March 2025. Taking to Facebook, the Finance Minister proudly highlighted that Tripura ranks among the top Indian states in GST collection relative to its population size. “To further build upon this proud achievement and accelerate the growth of revenue collection through GST, I held an important discussion with concerned officials today. The goal is clear — to ensure the complete collection of all types of revenue within…

In a significant push to attract investments across critical sectors in Tripura, Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha held a high-level meeting on Saturday with the Reliance Jio team to discuss future collaborations and industrial opportunities in the state. Taking to Facebook, Dr. Saha shared insights from the meeting, stating that this interaction builds on his previous discussions with Mukesh Ambani, Chairman and Managing Director of Reliance Industries, during meetings in Mumbai and Advantage Assam 2.0 in Guwahati. “I had requested Mr. Ambani to support the vision for a ‘Viksit Tripura’ — a developed and self-reliant state. Acting on that…

In a disturbing incident of political violence, senior CPIM leaders Ratan Das and Subhashis Ganguly, along with 8 to 9 party workers, were reportedly attacked by miscreants in the Joypur area of Tripura. According to local sources, the CPIM leaders, who are residents of the Ramnagar area, were present in Joypur when a group of unidentified attackers allegedly launched an assault on them. The victims sustained injuries during the attack and were promptly rescued by fellow party workers. The injured leaders and workers were immediately taken to GB Hospital in Agartala for medical treatment. Hospital sources confirmed that some of…

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has extended its gratitude to the Tripura government for the budget presented yesterday in the Tripura Legislative Assembly by Chief Minister and Finance Minister. In a press statement, BJP’s chief spokesperson Subrata Chakraborty praised the newly presented budget, describing it as development-oriented and highly impactful for public life. “This budget is not only people-centric but also strategically focused on the long-term growth of Tripura. We believe it will significantly benefit the common people and strengthen the overall development agenda of the state,” Chakraborty stated. The BJP leadership appreciated the emphasis on infrastructure, education, healthcare, and…

Based on confidential information, Agartala East Police have arrested three drug dealers, including an alleged “kingpin” from Assam, along with a significant quantity of Yaba tablets, from Hotel Woodland Park at Math Chowmuhani in Agartala. The other two individuals arrested are reportedly residents of Tripura, as confirmed by West Tripura Police Superintendent Dr. Kiran Kumar K. The police operation resulted in the seizure of a substantial consignment of Yaba tablets. According to police sources, the raid was conducted at Hotel Woodland Park following a tip-off. The hotel is believed to have been used as a safe haven for drug trafficking…

Agartala, Tripura (March 21, 2025):Tripura’s Finance Minister, Pranajit Singha Roy, addressed a press conference in the State Legislative Assembly today, unveiling key details and highlights of the much-anticipated Tripura Budget for the financial year 2025–26. The briefing was held following the official budget presentation in the Assembly, where the minister outlined the government’s fiscal priorities, social sector allocations, and development goals for the year ahead. Focus Areas of the 2025–26 Budget While speaking to the media, Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy emphasized that the 2025–26 state budget is focused on inclusive growth, infrastructure expansion, social welfare, and youth empowerment. Key…