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31 Jan

Tripura Officials Familiarised with AI Applications in Governance at Pre-Summit Workshop

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Agartala witnessed a regional-level awareness programme on artificial intelligence as the Directorate of Information Technology, Government of Tripura, organised an AI-focused workshop. The event was held as part of the preparatory activities leading up to the India-AI Impact Summit 2026, which is expected to bring together policymakers, experts and stakeholders from across India and abroad. The workshop was organised at Pragya Bhavan and formed an important part of the pre-summit outreach initiatives. The main aim of the programme was to introduce and familiarise officials, professionals and other stakeholders with the growing role of artificial intelligence in governance and public service…

30 Jan

EVMs to Be Sourced from Madhya Pradesh for April TTAADC Elections; Preparations Underway in Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

As preparations pick up for the upcoming elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), election authorities have decided to bring Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) from Madhya Pradesh for use in the polls, sources said.The decision is part of a wider effort to ensure that all arrangements for the April elections are completed well in advance. Officials said the focus is on proper planning, secure handling of election materials and smooth coordination between states. As part of this process, senior officials from the Madhya Pradesh State Election Commission visited Tripura’s Sepahijala district on Friday to review arrangements related…

30 Jan

NIA Conducts Search in Tripura for Absconding Accused

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted a search operation in Tripura’s Sepahijala district to nab Anwar Hossain, who is wanted in connection with alleged anti-national activities. A special NIA team, assisted by personnel from Bishalgarh police station, carried out the operation at the parental house of the accused at the Karoi Mura area under Bishalgarh subdivision. However, he could not be found during the search. The search was carried out after a special NIA court in Guwahati issued an arrest warrant against Hossain. As part of the operation, the joint team searched the house and questioned the accused’s father, Manik…

29 Jan

Tripura Launches Learning Labs to Boost Technology-Driven School Education

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated Personalised Adaptive Learning Labs in 210 schools across the state, aiming to enhance technology-enabled, science-based education. Addressing attendees at Maharani Tulsibati Higher Secondary Girls' School in Agartala, he highlighted that around 64,000 students would benefit from this initiative, which he termed as a key development for improving educational quality in Tripura. The introduction of this system is part of the government's broader strategy to convert Tripura into an education hub by establishing new colleges and universities. Furthermore, Saha emphasized the importance of blending science education with cultural awareness, urging students to embrace their heritage.…

28 Jan

BJP Government’s Tribal-Focused Initiatives Gain Strong Public Support in Sabroom

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on January 28 said that the BJP-led “double-engine” government is fully committed to the all-round development of the state’s tribal society, which he said had remained neglected for many years under previous administrations. Addressing a public meeting in Sabroom, the Chief Minister said democracy becomes meaningful only when common people are empowered and actively involved in governance. He stated that for decades, the concerns and needs of tribal communities were not given due importance, resulting in gaps in development and access to welfare benefits. Saha said the present government, under the leadership of the Bharatiya…

24 Jan

Artist attacked in Tripura for drawing ex-CM Manik Sarkar’s portraits

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Satyajit Pal, a young artist, was reportedly attacked by miscreants allegedly linked to the BJP at Kalyanpur in Tripura on Friday for drawing portraits of former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar. Pal has been drawing portraits and paintings of prominent personalities, including leaders, ministers, and VVIPs from different political parties for the past many years, and regularly uploads them on social media for sale and public viewing. However, after he recently uploaded a portrait of former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar on social media, Pal was verbally abused by one Jayanta Bhattacharjee, who claimed to be a local BJP leader. The situation…

22 Jan

Dispute Erupts in North Tripura as VHP Seeks Permission for Saraswati Puja in School Campus

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tension has surfaced in Dharmanagar town of North Tripura following a dispute over the celebration of Saraswati Puja at Holy Cross Convent School, located at Sakaibari. The issue has triggered concern among local residents and Hindu organisations after allegations that the school authorities did not allow the observance of the festival within the school premises. According to the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), its North District Committee has been requesting permission for several years to organise Saraswati Puja at the school. The organisation claimed that despite repeated appeals, no written approval has been granted by the school management so far. Leaders…

21 Jan

Dhirendra Chandra Dutta Posthumously Honoured with Tripura Bibhushan; Folk Artist Sadagar Among Awardees

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

On the occasion of Tripura Statehood Day, the state government has announced the names of 16 individuals and institutions who will be honoured with State Civil Awards and Statehood Day Awards for their work and service in different fields. The awards recognise contributions in education, art and culture, science, agriculture, entrepreneurship, sports, and public life. The awards will be formally presented at the state-level Statehood Day function scheduled to be held on January 21 at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala. Under the State Civil Awards, the highest civilian honour of the state, Tripura Bibhushan, will be conferred posthumously on eminent…

20 Jan

Solar Microgrids Light Up 274 Remote Tribal Villages as TREDA Earns SKOCH Silver Award

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Electricity has finally reached some of the most remote and hard-to-access tribal villages of the North East, changing daily life for thousands of families who lived without power for decades. This major achievement has earned the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA) a Silver Medal at the SKOCH Awards 2025, recognising its work in using solar energy to reach areas where regular power lines could not. The award was presented at the 105th SKOCH Awards ceremony held in New Delhi. The honour was given by Sameer Kochhar, Chairman and Managing Director of the SKOCH Group. The award recognises TREDA’s efforts…

20 Jan

CM Highlights Kokborok’s Role in Preserving Tripura’s Heritage

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha highlighted the significance of the Kokborok language in preserving the state's cultural identity and indigenous heritage during a Kokborok Day program at Tripura Bhawan in New Delhi. He reaffirmed the government's dedication to protecting, preserving, and promoting the Kokborok language as part of a broader commitment to inclusive development, particularly concerning the cultural roots and linguistic traditions of the indigenous communities. Saha emphasized Tripura's rich diversity, noting the presence of 19 tribal communities and various sub-tribes, each contributing uniquely to the state's social, cultural, and linguistic tapestry. He remarked that the celebrations represented the state's…