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11 Feb

Government Prepares Special Roadmap to Boost Tripura’s Agriculture Sector

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chauhan, announced on Wednesday plans for a specialized roadmap aimed at enhancing the agricultural sector in Tripura during a state-level program in Agartala. He stated that a team of leading scientists and agricultural experts would conduct soil assessments and analyze local agro-climatic conditions, which will be instrumental in upgrading the state's agricultural practices. Chauhan mentioned that the Union Budget for 2026 allocates Rs 2 lakh crore annually for the improvement of the panchayat system, culminating in a total of Rs 10 lakh crore over five years. Each panchayat…

10 Feb

Ahead of TTAADC Elections, Amit Shah Expected in Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Tripura for a day on February 20, as reported by sources within the state BJP. This visit is considered politically significant ahead of the upcoming elections for the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). While the official itinerary is pending, BJP insiders confirm Shah's arrival on that date. His agenda includes attending a government program that will showcase key developmental projects undertaken by the Centre in Tripura. Furthermore, he is expected to lead a crucial meeting with the BJP state leadership to discuss organizational strategies for the TTAADC elections. This…

10 Feb

Anti-Ganja Drive in Tripura Leaves Two Security Personnel Injured

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Two security personnel sustained injuries in Tripura's Sepahijala district when suspected ganja cultivators attacked them with stones during a law enforcement operation aimed at eradicating ganja plantations. Since January, authorities have intensified efforts to destroy such plants in various forested areas. The incident occurred on Monday when a joint team consisting of police and members of the Assam Rifles and Tripura State Rifles attempted to conduct an operation in North Kalamchoura. The team faced resistance from the suspected cultivators, prompting Assam Rifles personnel to fire shots into the air to disperse the crowd. Although the attackers were initially driven away,…

31 Jan

Tripura Officials Familiarised with AI Applications in Governance at Pre-Summit Workshop

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Agartala witnessed a regional-level awareness programme on artificial intelligence as the Directorate of Information Technology, Government of Tripura, organised an AI-focused workshop. The event was held as part of the preparatory activities leading up to the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, which is expected to bring together policymakers, experts and stakeholders from across India and abroad. The workshop was organised at Pragya Bhavan and formed an important part of the pre-summit outreach initiatives. The main aim of the programme was to introduce and familiarise officials, professionals and other stakeholders with the growing role of artificial intelligence in governance and public service…

30 Jan

EVMs to Be Sourced from Madhya Pradesh for April TTAADC Elections; Preparations Underway in Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

As preparations pick up for the upcoming elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), election authorities have decided to bring Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) from Madhya Pradesh for use in the polls, sources said.The decision is part of a wider effort to ensure that all arrangements for the April elections are completed well in advance. Officials said the focus is on proper planning, secure handling of election materials and smooth coordination between states. As part of this process, senior officials from the Madhya Pradesh State Election Commission visited Tripura’s Sepahijala district on Friday to review arrangements related…

30 Jan

NIA Conducts Search in Tripura for Absconding Accused

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a search operation in Tripura’s Sepahijala district to nab Anwar Hossain, who is wanted in connection with alleged anti-national activities. A special NIA team, assisted by personnel from Bishalgarh police station, carried out the operation at the parental house of the accused at the Karoi Mura area under Bishalgarh subdivision. However, he could not be found during the search. The search was carried out after a special NIA court in Guwahati issued an arrest warrant against Hossain. As part of the operation, the joint team searched the house and questioned the accused’s father, Manik…

29 Jan

Tripura Launches Learning Labs to Boost Technology-Driven School Education

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated Personalised Adaptive Learning Labs in 210 schools across the state, aiming to enhance technology-enabled, science-based education. Addressing attendees at Maharani Tulsibati Higher Secondary Girls' School in Agartala, he highlighted that around 64,000 students would benefit from this initiative, which he termed as a key development for improving educational quality in Tripura. The introduction of this system is part of the government's broader strategy to convert Tripura into an education hub by establishing new colleges and universities. Furthermore, Saha emphasized the importance of blending science education with cultural awareness, urging students to embrace their heritage.…

28 Jan

BJP Government’s Tribal-Focused Initiatives Gain Strong Public Support in Sabroom

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on January 28 said that the BJP-led “double-engine” government is fully committed to the all-round development of the state’s tribal society, which he said had remained neglected for many years under previous administrations. Addressing a public meeting in Sabroom, the Chief Minister said democracy becomes meaningful only when common people are empowered and actively involved in governance. He stated that for decades, the concerns and needs of tribal communities were not given due importance, resulting in gaps in development and access to welfare benefits. Saha said the present government, under the leadership of the Bharatiya…

24 Jan

Artist attacked in Tripura for drawing ex-CM Manik Sarkar’s portraits

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Satyajit Pal, a young artist, was reportedly attacked by miscreants allegedly linked to the BJP at Kalyanpur in Tripura on Friday for drawing portraits of former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar. Pal has been drawing portraits and paintings of prominent personalities, including leaders, ministers, and VVIPs from different political parties for the past many years, and regularly uploads them on social media for sale and public viewing. However, after he recently uploaded a portrait of former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar on social media, Pal was verbally abused by one Jayanta Bhattacharjee, who claimed to be a local BJP leader. The situation…

22 Jan

Dispute Erupts in North Tripura as VHP Seeks Permission for Saraswati Puja in School Campus

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Tension has surfaced in Dharmanagar town of North Tripura following a dispute over the celebration of Saraswati Puja at Holy Cross Convent School, located at Sakaibari. The issue has triggered concern among local residents and Hindu organisations after allegations that the school authorities did not allow the observance of the festival within the school premises. According to the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), its North District Committee has been requesting permission for several years to organise Saraswati Puja at the school. The organisation claimed that despite repeated appeals, no written approval has been granted by the school management so far. Leaders…