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22 Jun

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

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

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

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

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

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

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

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

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…

17 Jun

Tripura SC Welfare Minister Slams ‘Jihadi’ Bid to Make Bangladesh Hindu-Free, Cites Temple Attacks

PreetiNorth East, Tripura

Tripura Scheduled Caste Welfare Minister Sudhangshu Das on Wednesday alleged that Hindu communities and religious institutions in Bangladesh continue to face attacks, claiming that attempts by fundamentalist groups to eliminate Sanatan Dharma from the neighbouring country would not succeed. Addressing a gathering, Das alleged that Bangladesh has witnessed increasing influence of Islamist groups and claimed that Hindu temples, idols and places of worship have been targeted on several occasions. He further alleged that incidents of forced religious conversion continue to occur in Bangladesh and accused extremist groups of attempting to create a country without a Hindu population. “The main aim…

11 Jun

Tripura CM to Present State’s Development Vision at Key Conclave

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha has left for New Delhi to attend the 11th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog and a special meeting of chief ministers from the Northeast region, where key development priorities and policy issues are expected to be discussed. Before the NITI Aayog meeting, Dr Saha on Wednesday attended a special conclave of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting was attended by chief ministers of BJP-ruled states and NDA allies, where leaders discussed governance issues and future political and developmental strategies. Participants also congratulated the Prime Minister on…