Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb has channelled ₹14.05 crore under the Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) to execute 35 development projects across Tripura during his combined tenures in the Rajya Sabha and the Lok Sabha.Speaking to the media in Agartala on Thursday, Deb said each MP receives ₹5 crore annually under MPLADS and that he ensured the funds were utilised for people-centric initiatives over his three years of parliamentary service—1.5 years in the Rajya Sabha and 1.5 years in the Lok Sabha.During his Rajya Sabha tenure, Deb sanctioned 13 projects worth ₹4.57 crore. After being elected…

Chief Minister Prof Dr Manik Saha on Thursday attended the state-level Tharlak Kut–2026, the traditional harvest festival of the Darlong community, held at Darchawi in Kumarghat.The Chief Minister arrived in Kumarghat by train and proceeded to the festival venue, where he was warmly welcomed by members of the Darlong community. Social Education and Social Welfare Minister Tinku Roy, Pabiachhara MLA Bhagaban Das and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.Addressing the gathering, Dr Saha said the implementation of the Scheduled Tribes Order (Amendment) Act, 2022 had brought an end to the long-standing identity crisis and deprivation faced by the Darlong…

Unemployed youths aspiring for the post of Multipurpose Worker (MPW) on Thursday staged a protest demanding immediate recruitment to vacant posts in the Health Department.As they failed to secure an appointment with the Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, who also holds the Health portfolio, the aspirants made a symbolic appeal by folding their hands and urging his intervention. The protesters first demonstrated in front of the Health Department office at Gurkhabasti and later sat on a dharna outside the Directorate of Health Services.The agitators claimed that around 1,200 MPW posts are currently lying vacant across the state. They alleged that…

Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Thursday participated in the state-level Tarlak Kut 2026, the traditional harvest festival of the Darlong community, held at Darchawi in Kumarghat of Unakoti district.Sharing his message on social media, the Chief Minister said he was delighted to join the celebrations and noted that Tarlak Kut reflects the spirit of unity while highlighting the rich cultural heritage, customs and traditions of the Darlong community.Dr Saha stressed that such traditional festivals play an important role in strengthening social harmony and fostering mutual respect among different communities. He said the preservation of indigenous cultural events is essential…

Emphasising the need to preserve India’s cultural roots while embracing modern development, Tripura’s Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Tuesday inaugurated the three-day Alpana and Pithepuli Festival 2026 at Alpana Village in Lankamura. The festival will continue till January 15.Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, the minister said the state government is committed to reviving lost and fading traditions that form the foundation of Tripura’s cultural identity. Folk and rural songs, Baul music, Jatra, theatre and Kirtan, he said, are the soul of the state’s heritage, and greater involvement of the younger generation is essential for keeping these…

The Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) on Tuesday accorded a warm reception to the state’s Under-15 Women’s Cricket Team after their title-winning performance in the BCCI-organised National Under-15 Women’s Plate Group Tournament.Within just 20 days, another national-level cricket trophy has reached Tripura, highlighting the growing success of the state’s young cricketers. By winning the Plate Group championship, the Tripura U-15 women’s team has also secured promotion to the Elite Group for the next season.The felicitation ceremony was held at the club house of MBB Stadium following the team’s arrival in Agartala. TCA Vice-President Upananda Debbarma, Treasurer Basudev Chakraborty, along with governing…

Highlighting the Bharatiya Janata Party’s commitment to service, good governance, and welfare of the poor, Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday addressed an organisational meeting at the Aralia Community Hall. The meeting was held with the aim of further strengthening the party’s organisational structure.During his address, the Chief Minister interacted with party workers and office bearers of the 13–Pratapgarh Mandal, urging them to work with dedication, unity, and discipline at the grassroots level. He stressed that a strong and well-organised party is essential to effectively deliver development-oriented policies and ensure welfare reaches the poorest sections of society.

Marking the completion of four years of the Municipal Corporation, a series of welfare initiatives have been launched across various wards, ranging from blood donation camps to other social service activities.As part of these programmes, a winter clothing distribution drive was organised on Tuesday in Ward No. 14 under the initiative of Corporator Snigdha Das Deb. Mayor Dipak Majumder and other senior officials attended the event.Around 150 underprivileged men and women from the Ward No. 14 area received winter garments from the dignitaries. The initiative aimed to support needy residents during the winter season and reflected the Corporation’s commitment to…

With Makar Sankranti to be celebrated tomorrow, markets are witnessing a festive display as traders have set up stalls selling traditional items such as tillai (sesame sweets), jaggery, batasha, rice flour, kadma and other essentials associated with the harvest festival. These items are in high demand during the festival, which marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn.However, despite the seasonal buzz and increased footfall, traders say business is not as brisk as in previous years. Many shopkeepers expressed concern over lower sales, attributing the slowdown to rising prices of raw materials and reduced purchasing power…

Chief Minister Professor (Dr) Manik Saha on Monday emphasised that education alone is not enough for the youth, and called upon them to actively engage in the service of humanity, society and the nation to build a strong and progressive country.Inaugurating the state-level National Youth Festival at Nazrul Kalakshetra, the Chief Minister said a strong society is the foundation of a strong nation, and the youth play the most decisive role in shaping the country’s future. Quoting Swami Vivekananda, he said the confidence, character and contribution of the youth determine the destiny of a nation.Dr Saha said the objective of…

Tension surfaced along the Indo-Bangladesh border in Tripura’s Kailashahar after Bangladesh’s Border Guard (BGB) allegedly stopped road development work near the international boundary.The incident took place in Ward No. 9 of the Kailashahar Municipal Council area, close to the Manu Land Customs Station, where brick soling work on an old road near a cremation ground along the Manu River had begun. Local sources said BGB personnel objected to the work, claiming that border regulations prohibit any construction activity within 150 yards of the international border.Following the objection, the contractor was forced to suspend the work and withdraw labourers from the…

Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Monday attended a voluntary blood donation camp organised by the Nab Angikar Social Organisation at Bardowali Madhyapara, marking National Youth Day.During the programme, the Chief Minister encouraged the blood donors and lauded the organisers for taking up a noble humanitarian initiative. He also interacted with local youths, exchanging views on social responsibility and the importance of public service.Dr Saha called upon young men and women to remain inspired by a strong sense of national spirit and to contribute actively to nation-building through positive, constructive and socially responsible actions.