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15 Jan

CM Saha Highlights Tribal Development as Core Priority, Cites Major Budgetary Support and World Bank Aid

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on January 15 said that his government has placed tribal welfare and development at the very centre of its policies, with a large share of the state budget being spent on programmes meant for indigenous communities. Speaking at a programme organised by the Darlong community in Kumarghat, under Unakoti district, the Chief Minister said nearly 40 per cent of Tripura’s total budget is set aside exclusively for tribal welfare. He said this clearly shows the government’s strong commitment to inclusive growth and equal development for all sections of society. Saha shared details of the state’s…

15 Jan

Kokborok Script Debate Rekindled in Tripura as Elected Tribal Representatives Push for Roman Script

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The long-running debate over the script to be used for Kokborok, also known as Kau Bru, has once again come into sharp focus in Tripura, following a renewed push by Tipra leaders and elected tribal representatives. This time, the demand has been made formally and with a clear warning that continued delay could have lasting effects on future generations. A memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Manik Saha calls for the immediate recognition of the Roman script as the official script for Kokborok. The memorandum has been signed by elected members of the Tripura Legislative Assembly and the Tripura Tribal Areas…

14 Jan

Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Tripura Visit to Include Temple Prayers and Talks with BJP Leaders

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is scheduled to visit Tripura on January 15, where he will offer prayers at the revered Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur of Gomati district. The visit is part of a short official and religious tour, during which the Chief Minister will also hold meetings with senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state. According to sources, Himanta Biswa Sarma will arrive at Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport in Agartala at around 4 pm on January 15. From the airport, he will travel directly to Udaipur to visit the Tripura Sundari Temple, which…

14 Jan

Tripura Government Yet to Decide on HC Ruling Against Fixed-Pay Appointments

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that the state government has not yet arrived at a final decision regarding the High Court verdict that struck down the state’s long-standing policy of recruiting employees on a fixed-pay basis. Speaking to the media, the Chief Minister said consultations are currently underway among ministers and senior officials to examine the implications of the judgment. “Discussions are ongoing after the High Court’s decision to do away with the fixed-pay recruitment system. The verdict has both positive and negative aspects,” Saha said. He noted that the five-year fixed-pay appointment system had been implemented…

13 Jan

Boost For Organic Farming in Tripura as Scented Lemons Set for Overseas Export

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In a boost to organic farming and farmers’ income in Tripura, a consignment of over 15,000 organically grown scented lemons have been sent to other states and are set to be even shipped overseas. Tripura Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath, on Monday, flagged off the shipment of 15,000 scented lemons from the Agartala Railway Station to Kolkata, signifying yet another achievement in the state's burgeoning organic farming landscape. During the event, the Minister highlighted that while Tripura's scented lemons have been previously exported, this shipment was organised through the Tripura State Organic Farming Development Agency in partnership…

12 Jan

Internet services were suspended and ten people were arrested during a communal altercation in Unakoti, Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

At least ten people have been arrested following communal clashes that broke out in Tripura’s Unakoti district, prompting the administration to impose prohibitory orders and suspend internet services to prevent the situation from worsening. Police officials said the situation is now under control and no fresh incidents of violence have been reported so far.The violence erupted on January 10 at Saidarpar village under the Kumarghat sub-division. According to the police, tensions flared during the collection of ‘chanda’ or voluntary subscription for a local temple, which later escalated into clashes between two groups. The incident quickly led to unrest in the…

09 Jan

VB-G RAM to boost livelihoods of rural workers in Tripura: Union Minister

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Union Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced the central government's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) to Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin), or VB G RAM G, which aims to enhance the welfare of rural workers in Tripura. At a press conference in Agartala, he highlighted that the new guidelines would extend the guaranteed employment period from 100 days to 125 days per year, benefiting thousands of families in rural areas of the state. The government will also provide additional financial support to states to facilitate the implementation of this…

07 Jan

Unusual Cold and Dense Fog Grip Tripura; Schools Closed Till January 10

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura has been witnessing an unusually cold spell over the past several days, with daytime temperatures falling well below the normal seasonal level. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state has recorded the lowest deviation from normal maximum temperatures in the entire country during this period. Officials from IMD Agartala said that since January 1, the maximum daytime temperature in Tripura has remained consistently lower than usual. IMD Agartala Director, Dr Partha Roy, explained that the difference between normal and actual daytime temperatures has been significant for nearly a week. He said the state recorded deviations ranging from…

07 Jan

Student Protest at Tripura University Leaves One Injured

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A female outsourced worker at Tripura Central University was injured during a protest by contractual employees that escalated into a confrontation with private security personnel on Tuesday. The incident occurred while security attempted to create a path for Acting Vice-Chancellor Dr. Shyamal Das, as demonstrators had surrounded the main administrative building. The protest was sparked by news that the university administration planned to appoint four outsourced workers as Daily Rated Workers (DRWs), an action that provoked discontent among the remaining contractual staff members. Protestors contended that the administration's decision was arbitrary and breached the principle of equal opportunity since only…

07 Jan

Tripura: Union Minister Holds Talks with Janajati Morcha on Tribal Welfare

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Durgadas Ui key, visited Tripura, meeting with Janajati Morcha leaders to discuss tribal welfare and organizational issues. He chaired a review meeting with Gomati district officials on development work and centrally sponsored schemes. Additionally, Ui key prayed at the recently renovated Tripura Sundari temple and reviewed its ongoing development. His visit, ahead of the TTAADC elections, aims to enhance coordination between the Centre, state administration, and tribal leadership for effective welfare and development program implementation.