Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee President Asish Kumar Saha has accused the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of using the celebration of 150 years of Vande Mataram as a political tactic to divert attention from growing protests against the government. Saha made these remarks following an organizational meeting at the Pradesh Congress Bhawan on Sunday. He criticized the BJP for following the path of the Hindu Mahasabha and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), alleging that they were not involved in the freedom struggle and even collaborated with the British. According to Saha, the BJP’s celebration of 150 years of Vande Mataram…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha recently presided over a crucial organisational meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Agartala on November 9. The meeting was convened to evaluate the party’s readiness for the upcoming Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections and to assess the internal structure of the BJP. In attendance at the meeting were BJP state president and Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharya, general secretary Amit Rakshit, former MP Rebati Tripura, as well as vice presidents and leaders of various party wings. The discussions during the meeting were centered around enhancing the party’s organization at all…

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has unveiled a comprehensive plan to ramp up efforts to combat HIV infections, particularly among suspected cases linked to drug abuse in the state. Speaking at an event hosted by the Association of Surgeons of India, Tripura chapter, Saha emphasized the need for increased screening to address the growing threat of drug trafficking and its implications for public health. He highlighted the role of law enforcement agencies in seizing drug consignments entering Tripura from Myanmar via Assam and Mizoram, describing the state as a key corridor for drug smuggling. Acknowledging the rise in seizures, arrests,…

The Chief Minister of Tripura, Manik Saha, recently announced that the state government is placing a special emphasis on bolstering the tourism sector while also promoting peace and harmony through cultural initiatives. This statement was made during the inauguration of the Unity Promo Fest 2025 and Shishu Udyan at Narkelkunja in Dumboor, Dhalai district. Saha emphasized that the Unity Promo Fest is not just a cultural event, but a message of peace, harmony, and unity for the people of Tripura. This year marks the second edition of the festival, which has been extended from one to two days due to…

Tripura has seen a significant decrease in infant and maternal mortality rates, according to Chief Minister Manik Saha, who made the announcement on November 8. He attributed the improvement to the state’s focused investment in healthcare infrastructure and services. Speaking at the 19th annual conference of the Tripura chapter of the Association of Surgeons of India at the KLS Auditorium of Agartala Government Medical College and GBP Hospital, Saha highlighted the unprecedented improvements in the state’s healthcare system in recent years. The Chief Minister pointed out that previously impossible medical procedures are now successfully being conducted in Tripura, such as…

Tripura has seen a significant decrease in infant and maternal mortality rates, according to Chief Minister Manik Saha. This improvement has been attributed to the state’s investment in healthcare infrastructure and services. Speaking at the 19th annual conference of the Tripura chapter of the Association of Surgeons of India, Saha highlighted the progress made in the state’s healthcare system. He mentioned that previously unattainable medical procedures are now successfully being performed in Tripura, such as kidney transplants. Efforts are also being made to introduce liver transplants within the state, eliminating the need for residents to seek advanced medical treatment outside…

Five Border Security Force (BSF) personnel sustained injuries and a vehicle was damaged in an attack by suspected cattle smugglers near the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura’s Sepahijala district. The incident occurred on Friday evening along the Bishalgarh–Kamthana Road when BSF personnel stationed at the Kamthana border outpost attempted to stop a vehicle. However, the vehicle reportedly sped away towards a nearby cattle market. Bishalgarh Police Station Officer-in-Charge, Bikash Das, stated that the BSF team followed the vehicle to the market, where a heated argument ensued between the security personnel and the alleged smugglers. The confrontation quickly turned violent, resulting in…

Tripura has seen a significant increase in rice production this year, with Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath expressing optimism that Khowai and Dhalai districts are on course to achieve self-sufficiency in food grain cultivation. During a visit to Lankamura in West District, Minister Nath inspected paddy fields and participated in harvesting alongside local farmers. He highlighted the positive rice yield across the state this season, noting the success of farmer Bisnupada Adhikari in cultivating six different varieties of rice on five kani of land. “We are pleased with the progress and are hopeful that Khowai and Dhalai…

The founder of the Tipra Motha Party, Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, and Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha recently met on November 7 to discuss important issues facing the state. Both leaders described the meeting as “positive” and “moving in the right direction.” Debbarma expressed optimism about the outcome of the meeting, stating that they had productive discussions focused on the overall development of Tripura. He mentioned that he presented his points, and the Chief Minister shared his views during the meeting. Debbarma emphasized the importance of continuing the talks in a cordial and constructive manner for the benefit of the…

The Tripura state government is making strides to enhance potato production by providing substantial financial and material assistance to farmers who adopt the ARC (Aeroponic Rooted Cutting) method of cultivation. During a press conference at the Secretariat on November 6, Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced that 6,000 farmers in Tripura will benefit from the scheme this year. Each farmer will receive Rs 2,000 in direct financial aid deposited into their bank accounts, along with agricultural materials valued at Rs 1,000. The total government expenditure for this program is estimated to be around Rs 1.8 crore. Currently, there are approximately…

The Meteorological Centre in Agartala has released its report on Tripura’s rainfall for the month of October 2025, stating that the overall rainfall in the state remained within the “normal” range. Despite a marginal deficit of 5% from the long-term average, Tripura received 151.4 mm of rainfall compared to the normal 159.2 mm. Bagafa in South Tripura district recorded the highest amount of rainfall in the state, with a total of 357.6 mm during the month. This station also reported the highest single-day rainfall of 176.4 mm on October 14. In terms of district-wise rainfall, South Tripura experienced the heaviest…

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has sanctioned an additional 50 MBBS seats for Tripura Medical College (TMC) and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Teaching Hospital in Agartala, as announced by Chief Minister Manik Saha. This decision has increased the total intake capacity at TMC from 100 to 150 seats, contributing to a cumulative total of 450 MBBS seats in the state. Chief Minister Saha took to social media to express his delight at this development, stating that it signifies a significant advancement in Tripura’s efforts to expand medical education and enhance healthcare accessibility. He also highlighted the government’s consistent focus on…