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26 Aug

Tripura begins a Rs 126 crore power transmission project to guarantee a steady supply of electricity

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In a major push toward strengthening Tripura’s power infrastructure, Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Monday laid the foundation stone for the reconductoring of High-Temperature Low-Sag (HTLS) conductors across nine 132 kV transmission lines at Bodhjung Nagar near Agartala. The ₹126.33 crore project, being implemented by Tripura Power Transmission Limited (TPTL), is supported by the Ministry of DoNER under its Special Infrastructure Development Project. Speaking at the ceremony, Nath said the initiative marks a significant step toward the state’s goal of providing uninterrupted electricity to every household. “Uninterrupted power supply is essential for development. With this project, we will strengthen…

25 Aug

Police increase security for the August 27 mega Ganesh Puja in Agartala to guarantee calm festivities

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The capital city of Tripura is gearing up for the upcoming Ganesh Puja on August 27, with preparations in full swing and elaborate security measures being put in place to ensure smooth and peaceful festivities. The Sadar Sub-divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Debaprasad Roy, accompanied by West Agartala Officer-in-Charge Rana Chatterjee, convened a meeting with Ganesh Puja organisers on Sunday evening to review security arrangements and logistical concerns. The meeting, attended by representatives of various puja committees, focused on ensuring proper coordination between organisers and police personnel during the celebrations. According to officials, around 30 applications for organising Ganesh Puja have…

23 Aug

Tripura increases the output of potato seeds and brings in exotic fruits to increase farmer revenue

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura is making significant strides in agricultural diversification with the introduction of exotic fruits such as mangosteen, rambutan, and avocado, Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced on Friday. The initiative aims to enhance farmers’ income and create new opportunities for commercial cultivation in the state. Addressing the media at the Nagicherra Horticulture Research Centre, Nath explained that mangosteen and avocado, previously not cultivated in Tripura, have now been introduced. “Mangosteen is highly valued, while avocado offers health benefits, especially for diabetic patients. We have brought two mangosteen saplings from Karnataka and planted them here. Rambutan, in both…

22 Aug

As Tripura University’s acting vice chancellor, Prof. Shyamal Das assumes leadership

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura University has appointed Prof. Shyamal Das, the senior-most professor of the institution, as its temporary vice-chancellor, an official notification issued on Thursday confirmed. The appointment comes following the retirement of former Vice-Chancellor Ganga Prasad Prasin on August 16. Prof. Das, from the Department of English, will serve as the temporary vice-chancellor for a period of one year, or until a regular appointment is made, whichever occurs first, according to the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Registrar Deepak Sharma clarified that, as per standard university procedure, the senior-most professor assumes charge of the vice-chancellor’s office whenever the position falls…

21 Aug

The center gives Tripura permission to certify Manipur and Mizoram paddy seedlings

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The central government has authorised Tripura to certify paddy seeds for the neighbouring states of Manipur and Mizoram, a move aimed at ensuring authenticity and improving quality in regional seed distribution, announced Tripura Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Wednesday. The announcement was made during the unveiling of a statue of agricultural scientist Dr. M. S. Swaminathan at the State Agriculture Research Station in AD Nagar. Nath said the certification process, managed by the Tripura Agriculture Department, will provide genuine recognition to paddy produced in the two northeastern states. Speaking at the event, Nath paid tribute to…

20 Aug

Police in Agartala apprehend a group that preys on elderly women and recover jewelry and stolen bikes

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

West Agartala police have busted a notorious gang involved in thefts and snatching incidents, primarily targeting elderly women in the city. The operation was carried out near the border area close to Bangladesh, under the jurisdiction of West Agartala police station. Police arrested four accused, identified as Shakil Mia, Mintu Rudra Pal, Juton Mia, and Amar Das. During the operation, constable Deepak Deb sustained injuries while bravely apprehending two of the suspects. “Based on interrogation, we arrested two more suspects, bringing the total to four. The gang was active in theft, snatching, and other property-related crimes. They had stolen motorcycles…

19 Aug

The Tripura Congress will begin its “vote chor, gaddi chhod” campaign on August 22

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) announced on Monday that it will begin a statewide agitation titled ‘vote chor, gaddi chhod’ (vote thief, renounce power) from August 22 to protest alleged voter deletions by the Election Commission and to safeguard democratic rights. The agitational programme, running until September 7, will include nine rallies in major towns including Agartala, Teliamura, Bishalgarh, Dharmanagar, Ambassa, Kailashahar, Belonia, Khowai, and Sonamura. Senior party leaders are expected to address the rallies, mobilising public participation against what the Congress alleges are manipulative electoral practices by the ruling BJP. Addressing a press conference, TPCC president Asish Kumar…

18 Aug

Tripura BJP dismisses Khayerpur leader for indiscipline after he posts “personal videos” that became viral

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Tripura has expelled Manna Dey, the mandal president of Khayerpur Assembly constituency in West Tripura district, after a series of personal video and audio clips allegedly linked to him surfaced on social media. The state unit said the action was taken to protect the party’s image and maintain organizational discipline. According to party sources, the controversy began after several intimate clips and conversations involving local leaders started circulating widely on social media platforms. Dey himself allegedly shared some of these videos, triggering strong criticism from within the party as well as from the public.…

16 Aug

Tripura sees big drop in crime, says CM Manik Saha

Banasree SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Friday said the state has made remarkable progress in law and order, with a sharp decline in overall crime rates and a record increase in drug seizures. He credited the relentless efforts of the police and security agencies for the achievements, noting that Tripura is now emerging as one of the safer states in the country. Speaking after hoisting the national flag at the Assam Rifles Ground in Agartala during the 79th Independence Day celebrations, Saha highlighted that the state recorded 19.4 per cent fewer crimes in 2024 compared to 2023, while the…

14 Aug

Despite rain-related cancellations, the Tripura Police Chief examines the arrangements for the Independence Day procession

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Heavy rainfall failed to dampen preparations for Tripura’s Independence Day celebrations, as Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar inspected arrangements for the state-level parade on Wednesday at the Assam Rifles Ground. The final full-dress rehearsal, scheduled for the morning, had to be called off after persistent downpours left parts of the parade ground waterlogged. Despite the setback, officials assured that the programme remains firmly on track. “Everyone is prepared and the parade will be good,” DGP Dhankar said, noting that participating personnel have been engaged in intensive training for the past 20 days. This year’s parade will feature 16…