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26 Jun

One Dead in Agartala Apartment Explosion; Govt Panel to Submit Probe Report in 7 Days

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The Tripura government has constituted a high-level inquiry committee to investigate the explosion at a multi-storey apartment on Ramnagar Road No. 4 in Agartala that claimed one life, even as Chief Minister Manik Saha indicated that preliminary findings suggest possible negligence on the part of the Tripura Natural Gas Company Limited (TNGCL). The explosion occurred at around 12:30 pm on June 25. Subhrajit Chowdhury, who sustained critical burn injuries in the blast, succumbed to his injuries during treatment at GB Pant Hospital on Friday. According to an order issued by the Urban Development Department, the inquiry committee will be headed…

26 Jun

Superspecialist Forum Challenges AGMC Policy, Seeks Consultation Before Private Practice Curbs

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A forum of superspecialist doctors has opposed the Tripura government's decision to prohibit private practice by faculty members and medical officers at the state-run Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) and GB Pant Hospital, arguing that the policy was introduced without adequate consultation and is unlikely to improve healthcare unless long-standing systemic issues are addressed.In a letter addressed to AGMC and GB Pant Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr. Bidhan Goswami, the Superspeciality Doctors' Forum stated that the government's decision had been formulated and implemented without sufficient consultation with stakeholders directly involved in patient care.The forum, comprising 14 superspecialist doctors, pointed out that…

22 Jun

TREDA plans solarisation of government offices across Tripura to expand clean energy use

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Tripura has set an ambitious target of adding 11 megawatts (MW) of solar power generation capacity during the 2026-27 financial year as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen renewable energy infrastructure and reduce dependence on conventional sources of electricity.The initiative is being spearheaded by the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA), which is working to expand the use of solar energy across government institutions and remote parts of the state. At present, Tripura generates around 35 MW of solar power.TREDA Director General (In-Charge) Debabrata Sukladas said preparations are underway to meet the target and that several projects are already…

22 Jun

Tripura Jal Board project under AMRUT 2.0 lauded for empowering SHG women in water quality and service delivery

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The Tripura Jal Board (TJB) has been awarded the prestigious SKOCH Gold Award 2026 for its innovative water management project implemented under the AMRUT 2.0 scheme, marking a significant achievement for the state's efforts in improving water governance and public service delivery.The award was presented at a ceremony held on June 20 at the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry in New Delhi. The recognition was given for the project titled “AMRUT Mitra under AMRUT 2.0 Scheme / Water Quality Monitoring & Surveillance within Agartala AMC Area.”Mihir Kanti Gop, IAS, Chief Executive Officer of the Tripura Jal Board, received the…

21 Jun

CM Saha: Rs 529 Cr in Farmers’ Accounts via Paddy Procurement, Village Growth Key

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More than Rs 529 crore has been directly transferred to farmers in Tripura through government paddy procurement, Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Sunday, highlighting that increasing farmers’ income remains one of the state government’s major priorities. Addressing a programme at the Tripura State Agriculture Research Centre in Arundhatinagar following the release of the 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), Saha said improving the financial condition of farmers is essential for the overall development of villages and the state. “If farmers’ income rises, villages will progress. When villages progress, the state will develop,” the Chief Minister…

20 Jun

Youth Groups Seek Inquiry Into Cough Syrup Trafficking Case in Tripura

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Members of the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) and other student and youth organisations staged a demonstration outside the General Post Office (GPO) in Agartala on Friday, demanding a comprehensive investigation into the alleged use of postal channels for transporting narcotic substances. The protest was organised in the wake of two recent seizures of consignments containing banned cough syrup at the Agartala head post office, which have raised concerns over the possible misuse of the postal system for illegal drug transportation. Addressing the gathering, DYFI leaders questioned how prohibited substances could allegedly pass through a government-run network despite existing…

19 Jun

NF Railway General Manager Reviws Operational Readiness, Infrastructure Growth In Tripura

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Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) general manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava concluded a detailed two-day inspection of important railway infrastructure and operational facilities at Agartala and Sekerkote Railway Stations in Tripura under the Lumding Division on Friday.During the inspection, the NFR general manager, along with senior railway officials, closely reviewed track conditions, railway assets, passenger amenities and ongoing developmental work.He also assessed the progress of various projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, passenger convenience and rail connectivity in the region.A detailed review of track maintenance standards, ballast condition, drainage systems, bridges and other railway assets was carried out during the inspection. Such…

19 Jun

Centre approves govt ayurvedic medical college for Tripura

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha today said the Centre has approved the state government's proposal to establish a government ayurvedic medical college and hospital at Udaipur in Gomati district.The proposal has been cleared by the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine (NCISM) under the Ministry of AYUSH. The institution will have an intake capacity of 60 seats from the 2026-27 academic session, he said."I am delighted to share that the National Commission for Indian System of Medicine under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, has accepted our application for the establishment of the Tripura Government Ayurvedic Medical College…

19 Jun

4,698 candidates to appear for NEET-UG re-test in Tripura

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A total of 4,698 candidates are expected to appear for the NEET-UG re-examination in Tripura.The medical entrance test will be held at 10 examination centres across the state on June 21.Elaborate arrangements have been put in place for smooth conduct of the exam."All preparations, including elaborate security arrangements, has been completed for the NEET-UG re-examination scheduled to be held on June 21," an official source said.He said that 4,698 candidates are expected to appear for the test at 10 examination centres across the state.Addressing a press conference, West Tripura District Magistrate Vishal Kumar said nine examination centres have been set…

18 Jun

Residents Demand Safe Crossing Points on VIP Road

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Growing traffic restrictions along Agartala's busy VIP Road have triggered concern among residents, students and daily commuters, with many demanding the creation of safe and designated crossing points at key junctions to ease movement and improve accessibility. Local residents have alleged that the absence of proper crossing arrangements at two important connecting roads has created daily difficulties for thousands of pedestrians and motorists. They claim that instead of facilitating safe movement through traffic management measures, road crossings at crucial points have effectively been blocked, leading to inconvenience for the public. The issue has particularly affected students attending several educational institutions…