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22 Sep

Direct flights are planned to Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand from Agartala’s MBB airport

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Tripura is pushing for international connectivity from Agartala’s Maharaja Bir Bikram (MBB) Airport, with the state government formally requesting the Union Civil Aviation Ministry to approve direct flights to Southeast Asian destinations, including Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury made the announcement on Sunday while distributing uniforms to pre-paid taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers at the airport. He said the proposal was recently submitted during a Civil Aviation Ministry meeting in Itanagar. “Flights to Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand from Agartala will not only boost tourism but also pave the way for immigration facilities at MBB Airport. We are optimistic…

20 Sep

The Tripura Assembly adopts a resolution lauding PM Modi and the military for Operation Sindoor

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The Tripura Legislative Assembly on Friday unanimously passed a resolution praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian armed forces for the success of Operation Sindoor, a counter-terrorism offensive carried out earlier this year. Chief Minister Manik Saha, who moved the congratulatory motion, strongly condemned the April 22 Pahalgam massacre in Kashmir, in which 26 people, including tourists, were killed by Pakistan-backed extremists. “This heinous act has deeply saddened the nation. I extend heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims,” Saha said while opening the session. He recalled Prime Minister Modi’s warning that such attacks would not go unanswered.…

19 Sep

CPI(M) would confront the Tripura administration during the assembly session regarding jobs and law and order

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The upcoming two-day session of the Tripura Legislative Assembly, beginning September 19, is expected to see heated debates as the opposition CPI(M) prepares to corner the BJP-led government over rising unemployment and deteriorating law and order in the state. On Thursday, the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI), the youth wing of the CPI(M), met Leader of Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury to press for raising the demand in the House. DYFI leaders highlighted that unemployment continues to plague thousands of educated youths despite long-pending recruitment processes. DYFI state secretary Nabarun Deb alleged that nearly 15,000 government posts have been lying vacant…

18 Sep

Jitendra Chaudhury, the LoP of Tripura, condemns the attack on CPI(M) leaders and calls for tough measures

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Tripura’s political atmosphere has once again come under strain after Leader of the Opposition and CPI(M) state secretary Jitendra Chaudhury strongly condemned the alleged assault on party leaders during an official meeting on the Special Identification Register (SIR) in South District. In a letter addressed to Chief Secretary J.K. Sinha on Wednesday, Chaudhury termed the incident “despicable” and “audacious,” calling for immediate and strict action against those responsible. According to him, CPI(M) leaders Balaram Reang, Ashish Paul, and Prasun Reang were physically attacked inside the office of the Santirbazar Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) on September 16. The attack, he alleged, was…

15 Sep

On September 22, PM Modi will officially open the renovated Tripureswari Temple

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Tripura on September 22 to unveil the redeveloped Tripureswari temple, Chief Minister Manik Saha announced on Sunday. Speaking at the Neermahal Jal Utsav in Sepahijala district, Saha said he had personally invited the Prime Minister, who accepted the request to inaugurate the iconic Shakti Pith. “PM Modi is coming to unveil the redeveloped Tripureswari temple on September 22 and offer puja there,” the CM confirmed. The redevelopment project was undertaken under the Centre’s PRASAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive) scheme, at a cost of ₹51 crore. The state government has also initiated construction…

13 Sep

The International Potato Center promises to encourage innovation and research to boost Tripura’s potato sector

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Tripura’s growing potato sector has received a major boost with the International Potato Center (CIP), a Peru-based global research institution, pledging support to strengthen cultivation, innovation, and sustainability in the state. CIP Director General Simon Heck, who visited Tripura on Friday, described the state as a “successful industry that embraces innovation and research” and promised long-term collaboration. During his visit, Heck interacted with state officials, research institutions, horticulture experts, and local farmers to assess the progress made in potato farming. He noted that Tripura’s commitment to agricultural development is evident and aligns well with CIP’s mission of promoting food security,…

12 Sep

Tripura implements a uniform policy for public schools with the goal of promoting equity

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The Tripura government has introduced a common school uniform policy across all state-run institutions, a move it says will help reduce financial burden on parents while also creating a sense of unity, equality, and discipline among students. The new directive will come into force from the next academic year and will apply to students from Classes I to XII. According to the notification issued by the Education Department, the system has been divided into three broad categories. All Vidyajyoti Schools will follow a single uniform pattern, while PM-SHRI schools will retain uniforms of their own design. The remaining government schools…

11 Sep

Indigenous youths demonstrate against Tripura LoP for allegedly disregarding traditional tribal dress

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Tension gripped Dhalai district today as indigenous youths staged a protest against Jitendra Chaudhury, Leader of the Opposition and CPI(M) state secretary, accusing him of disrespecting the ‘Risha,’ the traditional handwoven attire of Tripura’s tribal communities. Around 100 men and women waved black flags and blocked Chaudhury’s convoy for nearly half an hour at Nailaha Bari on the National Highway while he was en route to a party programme. Security forces, including Tripura State Rifles (TSR), intervened to ensure Chaudhury’s safe passage. Protesters shouted slogans demanding an apology, with one stating, “Jitendra Chaudhury has insulted Risha. He must apologize. Otherwise,…

10 Sep

The Tripura chief minister provides financial aid and necessary supplies to flood-affected Himachal Pradesh

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday flagged off trucks carrying relief materials for the flood-affected people of Himachal Pradesh, marking a gesture of solidarity from the northeastern state towards those battling devastation in the hills. The relief consignment, arranged by the Pradesh BJP, includes essential supplies meant to provide immediate assistance to communities hit by the recent floods and landslides. Speaking at the ceremony in front of the Pradesh BJP office, Saha highlighted the scale of the tragedy that struck Himachal Pradesh. “As you know, massive floods have hit Himachal Pradesh, claiming many lives. Due to landslides, roads and…

09 Sep

By performing the fourth straight kidney transplant, Tripuran physicians reach a significant milestone

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Tripura’s healthcare system has registered a new milestone after doctors at Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) and GBP Hospital successfully performed the state’s fourth consecutive kidney transplant, further strengthening confidence in advanced medical care in the region. The latest surgery involved a 23-year-old patient from Rabindrapalli in West Taranagar, Sidhai Mohanpur, who received a kidney donated by his 45-year-old mother. Health officials confirmed on Monday that both the recipient and the donor are recovering steadily. The complex procedure was conducted through a joint collaboration between AGMC & GBP Hospital in Tripura and Sija Hospital and Research Institute of Manipur, reflecting…