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30 Jun

Tripura’s mango farms getting bigger and better

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura has seen a significant expansion in mango farming over the past seven years, with nearly 706 hectares of new land brought under cultivation since 2018 through a series of government-backed initiatives. This was revealed by Tripura Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath while speaking at the Monsoon Mango Fiesta 2025, held at Narikel Kunj in Gandatwisa, Dhalai district. Minister Nath noted that the state’s favourable tropical climate, moderate temperatures, generous rainfall, and rich soil have created the perfect setting for large-scale mango cultivation. “Since 2018, we have intensified our efforts to promote fruit cultivation, particularly mangoes, to…

28 Jun

BSF ADG Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal visits Tripura to review border security

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Mahesh Kumar Aggarwal, IPS, Additional Director General (ADG) of the Border Security Force (BSF) Eastern Command, Kolkata, is currently on a four-day visit to Tripura to assess the security situation and operational preparedness along the Indo-Bangladesh border. His visit comes at a crucial time as the state continues efforts to strengthen border surveillance and curb trans-border crimes. During the ongoing tour, the ADG has been visiting several forward Border Out Posts (BOPs) in key districts, including West Tripura, Sepahijala, South Tripura, Gomati, and Dhalai. At each location, Aggarwal interacted directly with BSF jawans and field commanders to understand the ground-level…

27 Jun

CM Manik Saha: A thorough personnel transfer policy will be implemented by the Tripura government

Banasree SarkarTripura

In a move set to reshape administrative efficiency and promote equitable service delivery, Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday announced that the state government is preparing a comprehensive transfer policy for its more than 1.04 lakh government employees. The policy, he said, will bring transparency, uniformity, and fairness to the process of employee postings across the state. The announcement came during the inauguration of the newly constructed building of Madhupur Higher Secondary School in Sepahijala district, where the Chief Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to balanced governance and service delivery. “The government is working on a comprehensive transfer policy…

26 Jun

At the 46th Mukhyamantri Samipeshu, Tripura CM responds to public complaints

Banasree SarkarTripura

Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha made another direct connection with the populace during the 46th session of Mukhyamantri Samipeshu. He addressed a variety of complaints and provided immediate assistance to those in need. People from all around the state came to the Chief Minister's official residence today to ask for help with matters pertaining to livelihood, land, education, and health. One of the most noteworthy appeals came from Priyam Chowdhury, a Shantirpara student who qualified for both JEE Main and JEE Advanced and earned a spot at the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) in addition to receiving excellent grades…

26 Jun

Biplab Deb blames CPI(M) for suppressing freedom in Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

BJP Rajya Sabha MP and former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb has launched a scathing attack on the Communist Party of India (Marxist), branding its 35-year rule in the state as a period of "Permanent Emergency" marked by suppression of democracy, freedom, and historical identity. Speaking at the ‘Samvidhan Hatya Diwas’ (Constitution Murder Day) observance in Agartala to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Emergency imposed by Indira Gandhi in 1975, Deb accused both the Congress and the CPI(M) of undermining constitutional values and rewriting history for political gain. “Indira Gandhi imposed Emergency for personal reasons and darkened the…

25 Jun

Landslide stops train service to Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Following the disruption of rail connectivity due to a landslide in Assam’s Haflong–Jatinga section, the Tripura government has moved swiftly to reassure citizens that the state has ample reserves of food and essential commodities. According to senior officials, there is enough supply to last more than 80 days, while fuel stock is sufficient for 10 days.The disruption was caused by a landslide on Monday evening, reportedly triggered by ongoing road construction work by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), which dislodged boulders and debris onto the railway track. The affected Lumding–Badarpur hill section serves as a crucial link between…

24 Jun

Tripura’s new road safety scheme puts people first

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura government is set to introduce a ‘Cashless Medical Scheme for Road Accident Victims 2025’, Transport Minister Sushanta Chowdhury announced on Monday. The upcoming scheme is designed to provide free, immediate medical treatment to accident victims during the critical “golden hour”, a time window that experts say is crucial to saving lives. The announcement came during the 16th meeting of the State Road Safety Council, held at the State Secretariat in Agartala. “The goal is to make sure that the injured receive prompt treatment at the nearest hospital without worrying about the cost,” said Minister Chowdhury. He described the…

24 Jun

Tripura reviews fuel, essentials stock as train services hit after landslide in Assam

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The Tripura government will hold a high-level meeting on Tuesday to review the availability of essential commodities, including fuel, following the disruption of train services caused by a damaged railway track in Assam. The track between New Haflong and Jatinga Lampur was damaged on Monday evening due to a landslide triggered by ongoing road repair work undertaken by the NHAI, which led to the fall of boulders and landmass onto the tracks. A senior Tripura government official, who did not wish to be named confirmed to India Today NE that the state authorities have spoken to the North East Frontier…

23 Jun

Tripura now among India’s most literate states

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura is all set to be declared the third fully literate state in India, after Mizoram and Goa. The announcement will be officially made by Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha at a grand event scheduled on June 23 at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhawan in Agartala. Officials from the state’s Education Department confirmed the development, calling it a “historic moment” in Tripura’s educational journey. The declaration marks the culmination of years of sustained efforts, particularly under the ULLAS – New India Literacy Programme, launched by the central government in 2022 to promote universal adult literacy in line with the National Education Policy…

21 Jun

Tripura CM says corruption and violence are over

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Friday declared that the days of corruption, appeasement politics, and violence are over in Tripura and the country, ushered out by a new era focused on development, innovation, and inclusive governance. He was speaking at a public gathering in Shantirbazar, South Tripura, during an event marking 11 years of Seva, Sushasan, and Garib Kalyan, celebrating the achievements of the Narendra Modi-led government. “This is a government that doesn’t just promise—it performs,” said Saha, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi for transforming India’s governance model. Drawing a sharp contrast with the pre-2014 political climate, he…