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26 Feb

Surrendered militants in Tripura end 5-hour blockade after talks with authorities

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A group of surrendered militants in Tripura lifted their highway blockade on Tuesday after over five hours, following government assurances to address their demands. The Tripura United Indigenous Returnees People's Council (TUIRPC) had initiated a 24-hour blockade on the Assam-Agartala National Highway at Hathai Kator in West Tripura district from 8 AM, protesting against the non-implementation of promises made during their surrender. The agitation disrupted vehicular movement, prompting intervention by authorities. Following discussions with District Magistrate Vishal Kumar, the blockade was lifted around 1:30 PM. District Superintendent of Police Kiran Kumar confirmed that a meeting has been scheduled for March…

25 Feb

Mimi Majumder highlights BJP’s role in women’s progress in Tripura

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Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Mahila Morcha President Mimi Majumder stated that women in Tripura overwhelmingly support the BJP over the Left Front, citing the party’s efforts toward women’s empowerment and financial independence. Majumder made the remarks while addressing a Mahila Morcha mass gathering in Khowai District on February 24 under the 25 Khowai Mandal Mahila Morcha. She highlighted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has introduced several welfare schemes aimed at empowering women, including: Mudra Yojana for financial assistance to women entrepreneurs Lakhpati Didi for boosting rural women’s income 33% reservation for women in Parliament and assemblies “We had a…

24 Feb

Tripura starts using AI to identify tax evaders: CM

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday said the state has been using artificial intelligence (AI) to identify tax evaders and will take action against them. While addressing GST 'Jaagrookta Abhiyan' at Prajna Bhavan, the chief minister said the tax collection plays a key role in accelerating development in the northeastern state. "Of the state's annual budget of Rs 27,800 crore in the 2024-25 financial year, its own revenue stands at Rs 3,700 crore. Only Rs 10,000 crore remained after meeting the non-plan expenditure- salary, pension, loan and interest of loan. The state needs to pay 25 per cent of…

24 Feb

NFR completes statutory inspection for electrification of Agartala-Sabroom section

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The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has completed the statutory inspection for electrification of the Agartala-Sabroom section, marking a significant milestone towards modernizing railway infrastructure in the Northeast. The inspection, conducted under the supervision of Principal Chief Electrical Engineer (PCEE) Sandeep Kumar, is a mandatory step before launching full-scale commercial operations under 25 KV electric traction. NFR had previously conducted a successful trial run of an electric train from Dharmanagar to Agartala on February 8. The electrification project aims to improve operational efficiency, reduce dependence on fossil fuels, and minimize environmental impact. NFR’s Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma…

22 Feb

Tripurasundari Temple redevelopment set for April 7 inauguration by PM Modi

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to inaugurate the redevelopment of the historic Tripurasundari Temple on April 7, pending final confirmation, Tripura Finance Minister Pranajit Singha Roy announced on Friday. During an inspection of the temple’s ongoing beautification project in Udaipur, Gomati District, Roy stated that all departments have assured completion of construction by March 20. The redevelopment is being carried out under the PRASAD (Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual, Heritage Augmentation Drive) scheme. "PM Modi has approved this project, and we hope he will inaugurate it. Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has invited him, and a tentative date of…

21 Feb

Tripura Sundari Devi Temple gets new facilities with Rs 42 crore funding

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The iconic Tripura Sundari Devi Temple, one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, has undergone a significant transformation under a Rs 42 crore development initiative aimed at promoting spiritual tourism and enhancing facilities for devotees. The project, led by Officer on Special Duty (OSD) Bhaskar Das Gupta, was funded through Rs 33 crore from the Central government’s PRASHAD and Swadesh Darshan schemes, along with Rs 9 crore provided by the state government. Key upgrades include the renovation of the temple premises, the construction of two toilet blocks, a changing room, office spaces, guest rooms, and a meditation hall. The temple complex…

18 Feb

Tripura’s social media channel under scrutiny for Iinsulting Pradyot Kishore

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A Tripura-based social media channel, "News Anushandhan," has come under scrutiny after allegedly posting derogatory remarks about Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma, founder of the Tipra Motha Party. On February 16, a Facebook post referred to Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma as "Pradyot er Batpari" (fraud), sparking outrage. The Youth Tipra Federation (YTF), the youth wing of Tipra Motha Party, filed multiple FIRs across various police stations in Tripura, condemning the post as defamatory and harmful. The YTF claims the post insults the entire Lakh Tiprasa (Scheduled Tribe) community, to which Pradyot belongs, and could incite communal tensions in the state. The…

17 Feb

Tripura Sundari Temple to become major tourist attraction after redevelopment

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are expected to inaugurate the redevelopment of the Tripura Sundari Temple in Tripura’s Gomati district in March, according to Tripura Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury. The beautification work, initiated under the PRASAD scheme after the BJP government came to power in 2018, is nearing completion, with only finishing touches remaining. Chowdhury mentioned that Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha recently extended an invitation to PM Modi and HM Shah during a meeting in Delhi. The redevelopment project, funded by ₹38 crores from the Central Government and ₹7 crores from the State Government,…

15 Feb

Tripura Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha Meets Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi

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In a significant meeting, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha met with Hon'ble Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, at his official residence in Lok Kalyan Marg, New Delhi. The meeting was a crucial step in strengthening the ties between the state and the central government. During the meeting, Chief Minister Saha extended an invitation to Prime Minister Modi to inaugurate the newly redeveloped Mata Tripureswari Temple at Matabari, Tripura. This iconic temple is a symbol of the state's rich cultural heritage, and the Prime Minister's presence would be a testament to the temple's significance. Chief Minister Saha…

15 Feb

International cricket stadium in Tripura 80% complete

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Tripura is set to witness the realization of a long-anticipated dream as its international-standard cricket stadium nears completion. The Rs 185-crore project, initiated in 2017, has reached 80% of civil construction, according to Tripura Cricket Association (TCA) President Tapan Lodh. “The cricket ground has already been handed over to TCA, and local tournaments have begun,” Lodh said. However, pending work includes the installation of high-mast LED lights, power metal lighting, and final steelwork on the top floor. The project is expected to be fully completed by July next year. Lodh highlighted Tripura’s cricket journey, which began in the 1970s, with…