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17 Oct

Police in Tripura turn over the bodies of three Bangladeshis who were slain in a mob attack

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Tripura Police have officially handed over the bodies of three Bangladeshi nationals who were lynched by a mob on suspicion of cattle theft in the Vidyabill area of Khowai district on October 15. The tragic incident has raised concerns about cross-border crimes and mob violence in the India-Bangladesh border region. According to police officials, a case was registered at the Champahoar Police Station following the recovery of the three bodies. “During investigation, it was confirmed that the deceased were Bangladeshi citizens. After the post-mortem examination, the bodies were handed over to the Bangladesh Police and the Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB)…

16 Oct

Pradyot blames financing and land problems for the BJP’s tardiness in the Tripura village committee elections

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tipra Motha Party founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma on Tuesday accused the ruling BJP government in Tripura of deliberately delaying village committee (VC) elections, claiming the party would not secure a single seat if polls were held. Speaking at a public event, Pradyot highlighted that it has been nine years since the last VC elections, alleging that the delay reflects the ruling party’s fear of losing grassroots support. Pradyot also criticised both the state and central governments over issues related to land rights and funding for the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). He claimed, “TTAADC has no authority…

15 Oct

AIIMS Delhi and Tripura collaborate to raise GB Pant Hospital to national standards

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Tripura is set to witness a major leap in its healthcare infrastructure as the state government prepares to modernise Govind Ballabh Pant (GB Pant) Hospital, its largest referral centre, through a collaboration with the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. The partnership is expected to transform the hospital into an institution of national repute, matching AIIMS standards in both patient care and medical education. Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha will formally sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AIIMS Delhi in New Delhi on October 15, paving the way for a three-year roadmap to upgrade Tripura’s premier…

14 Oct

No BJP seat in the TTAADC, according to Pradyot Deb Barma, who also promises to bolster indigenous leadership

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, royal scion and founder of the Tipra Motha Party, on Monday vowed to keep national parties, including the BJP, out of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections, asserting a firm focus on indigenous rights and local governance. Addressing a mass joining event at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala, where over 1,200 people—mostly former BJP members—joined Tipra Motha, Debbarma criticised national parties for sidelining indigenous leadership. “If you have come here for the betterment of upcoming generations, a national party won’t give Tiprasa that right,” he said. Debbarma emphasised the party’s aim to elect…

13 Oct

Tripura police apprehend four offenders and rescue an abducted young child

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Tripura Police rescued a minor girl who had been kidnapped from her home in Indranagar, Agartala, and apprehended four suspects believed to be involved in the abduction. The rescue was carried out within 24 hours of the incident, showcasing the efficiency and prompt response of the state police force. According to official reports, the New Capital Complex Police Station received a complaint late on the night of October 10, alerting them about the disappearance of the girl. Acting immediately, multiple police teams were deployed across different districts to track down the kidnappers and ensure the child’s safety. “The operation was…

11 Oct

Tripura will establish an ecotourism and adventure park in Jirania to increase jobs and tourism

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Tripura is taking a major stride towards transforming its tourism landscape with plans to establish a state-of-the-art adventure, eco-tourism, and water park in Sachindranagar Colony, Jirania, under the West District. The project, aimed at boosting sustainable tourism and creating new employment opportunities, was discussed during a high-level virtual meeting chaired by Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury on October 10 with senior officials of the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI). Highlighting the importance of the project, Minister Chowdhury stated, “Our goal is not only to attract domestic and international tourists but also to generate employment opportunities for the local population.”…

10 Oct

Eklavya schools would revolutionize education for tribal youngsters in Tripura: Chief Minister Manik Saha

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In a major push towards inclusive education and tribal empowerment, Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Thursday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to ensuring quality education and socio-economic upliftment of tribal communities through the Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) initiative. Speaking at the inauguration of a newly constructed EMRS at Jampujala in Sepahijala district, Dr. Saha highlighted that these schools are a cornerstone of the state’s mission to bridge educational disparities and promote cultural preservation among tribal groups. “Eklavya Model Residential Schools were first conceptualized in 1997–98, but the mission gained significant momentum after Narendra Modi became the Prime Minister.…

08 Oct

A TMC delegation travels to Tripura after a party office was allegedly attacked

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A five-member Trinamool Congress (TMC) team left for Tripura on Wednesday to show solidarity with party workers after the alleged vandalism of its state headquarters in Agartala, reportedly carried out by members of the BJP’s youth wing. The delegation included TMC West Bengal general secretary Kunal Ghosh, MP Sayani Ghosh, Rajya Sabha MP Sushmita Dev, and youth leader Sudip Raha. According to party sources, the Tripura office was attacked on October 7, just a day after BJP MP Khagen Murmu and MLA Sankar Ghosh were assaulted in a flood-hit area of North Bengal. Speaking before departing from Kolkata, Kunal Ghosh…

06 Oct

SC postpones Tipra Motha’s VC poll case; Pradyot warns of rising frustration among indigenous youth

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The Supreme Court has delayed the listing of Tipra Motha’s petition seeking timely conduct of the Village Council (VC) elections in Tripura, prompting concern and disappointment among indigenous leaders. A fresh hearing date is now expected to be announced on Monday, October 6. Tipra Motha founder and royal scion Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma expressed frustration over the delay, calling it another setback for Tripura’s indigenous communities, who have been demanding fair and timely elections in the autonomous areas. “The Hon’ble Supreme Court has delayed the listing of the VC hearing. We will get a fresh date tomorrow. The indigenous people…

04 Oct

Tripura makes a significant anti-drug haul; more than 4,200 bottles of codeine phosphate are confiscated

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In a coordinated anti-narcotics operation, authorities seized more than 4,200 bottles of codeine phosphate-based substances in Aralia, under the jurisdiction of Sonamura Police Station. The raid, carried out by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), Sepahijala District Police, Special Task Force (STF), and Border Security Force (BSF), is considered one of the largest drug busts in the region this year. The operation involved three search teams working simultaneously across 16–17 houses in the area. During the raid, officers discovered a red Ion vehicle (registration TR03E0798) loaded with narcotics. A total of 34 cartons were recovered, containing 3,651 bottles of Phensedyl and…