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22 Apr

Nitin Gadkari meets MP Biplab Deb, discusses Assam-Agartala NH

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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari on Monday assured that the Centre will take necessary steps for the upkeep and maintenance of the Assam-Agartala National Highway (NH-8), MP Biplab Kumar Deb said. NH-8 is considered the lifeline of Tripura, connecting the state with the rest of the country. "Today, I met Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari and discussed four issues related to road connectivity in Tripura. I requested the Union Minister to expedite upkeep and maintenance work on the NH-8 from Churaibari to Panitilla in North Tripura district", he said in a Facebook post.

21 Apr

Bangladesh’s border embankment sparks flood fears in Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Amid growing local concern and diplomatic unease over alleged illegal construction by Bangladesh near the international border, the Tripura government has set an ambitious target to complete all flood protection works across the state by June this year. Speaking to the media after a field inspection in Belonia subdivision of South Tripura on Sunday, Kiran Gitte, Secretary of Tripura's Public Works and Water Resources Departments, confirmed that flood management and embankment repair projects are currently underway at 43 different locations across the state. Tripura, which shares an 856-kilometre-long international border with Bangladesh, has been grappling with fears of increased flood…

19 Apr

Tripura CM meets Union Ministers, focuses on state’s development

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Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Friday held key meetings in New Delhi with senior BJP leaders and Union Ministers, including Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda, to seek enhanced support for Tripura’s development and health infrastructure. Dr. Saha first met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and discussed the state’s development priorities. “Discussed key development initiatives of our state government and sought his valuable guidance and support from the Centre,” Dr. Saha posted on social media platform X. Later, in his meeting with Union Health Minister and BJP National President Jagat Prakash Nadda,…

19 Apr

According to Tripura CM, a new act was passed to prevent Waqf abuse

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The Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, which was enacted by the Parliament, aims to address claims of corruption, including land grabbing, Section 40 abuse, and misuse of Waqf holdings by some leaders, according to Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha. Speaking at the ruling BJP's Janajagaran Abhiyan here, the chief minister claimed that the Waqf Act of 1995's flaws had a significant negative impact on the impoverished Muslims in the backward communities. The Janajagaran Abhiyan was started as part of the nationwide push to educate the Muslim community about the modified law. "When the bill arrived, we studied it and understood it,…

18 Apr

Tripura BJP launches campaign backing Waqf Amendment Act 2025

Banasree SarkarTripura

The Tripura BJP is set to launch a statewide campaign in support of the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, aiming to counter opposition claims and highlight its benefits for ordinary Muslims, particularly women. The campaign will run from April 20 to May 5, 2025, as the party seeks to dispel misconceptions surrounding the Act. Tripura BJP president Rajib Bhattacharjee shared details of the campaign, which was discussed in a meeting attended by Chief Minister Manik Saha, state BJP president, Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb, and BJP national secretary Anil Antony. During the meeting, CM Saha emphasized that the Waqf Amendment…

16 Apr

Eight arrested after Waqf Bill protest turns violent in Tripura

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Tripura’s Director General (Intelligence) Anurag Dhankar visited Kailashahar in Unakoti district on Sunday evening to assess the law and order situation following a violent protest over the Waqf Amendment Bill. Tensions flared on April 12 in Kubjhar village when a rally protesting the bill was stopped by security personnel, leading to a confrontation. Protestors reportedly pelted stones and bricks, prompting police to use force to disperse the crowd. Several police personnel and demonstrators were injured. Eight individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident. In response, heavy security has been deployed across Kailashahar to prevent further unrest. DG Dhankar…

14 Apr

Court remands 7 for crossing Indo-Bangladesh border illegally

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A local court in Tripura's Belonia has remanded seven Bangladeshi nationals to 12 days of judicial custody after they were arrested for illegally crossing the India-Bangladesh international border late Saturday night. According to police sources, the individuals entered Indian territory through the Amjad Nagar area near Belonia in South Tripura district. Acting on a tip-off, a joint team led by Belonia Sub-Divisional Police Officer Rishabh and Officer-in-Charge of Belonia Police Station Shibu Ranjan Dey intercepted a Maruti Eco vehicle at the Manurmukh Tabla Chowmuhoni checkpoint. Upon inspection, seven individuals were detained. During preliminary interrogation, they confessed to being Bangladeshi nationals…

12 Apr

CM Manik Saha announces ₹15 cr exam hall for students, aspirants

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In a major move to improve the quality of education, Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Friday announced plans to bring in top teachers from outside the state to teach critical subjects like English, mathematics, physics, and biology. Speaking at public programmes in Teliamura and Kalyanpur in Khowai district, Dr. Saha said the initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce students’ reliance on private tuitions. “We are planning coaching centres in every subdivision, as proposed in the state budget. Since local teachers may not be available for these centres, tenders will be floated to engage top-quality educators…

11 Apr

Rangachhara set to become Tripura’s first ‘Solar Gram’

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Tripura is all set to establish its first solar-powered village in Rangachhara, located in Mohanpur sub-division of West District, benefiting around 600 families through sustainable energy solutions. Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Wednesday announced the initiative, highlighting that every household in Rangachhara already has electricity and will now also receive solar connections. “We aim to generate 60 kilowatts of power from the village, which will be fed into the state grid. Not a single rupee will be taken from the villagers,” he said. The project is being spearheaded by the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA), which has already…

10 Apr

Tripura CM launches multiple development projects in Dharmanagar

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday inaugurated a series of development projects in Dharmanagar, North Tripura, marking a significant boost to the district's infrastructure and governance capabilities. During his visit, the Chief Minister formally inaugurated the District Panchayat Resource Centre, a dedicated facility aimed at strengthening Panchayati Raj institutions and improving grassroots governance in the region. The CM also inaugurated 40 developmental projects acro various sectors, including rural connectivity, water supply, education, health, and public utilities. These projects reflect the state government's commitment to accelerating growth and improving the quality of life in North Tripura. Adding further momentum to…