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26 Apr

Pahalgam tragedy sparks massive protests across Tripura

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Widespread protests broke out across Tripura on Thursday in response to the deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which left 26 tourists dead, including two foreign nationals. The incident has triggered public outrage and united calls for swift and strict action against the perpetrators. At Tripura Central University, students and faculty led by Vice Chancellor Ganga Prasad Prasain staged a protest rally to express solidarity with the victims’ families. The rally demanded stern punishment for those responsible for the attack. In Agartala, the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) held a major protest, burning Pakistan’s flag and chanting slogans such…

25 Apr

Tripura Govt begins Aadhaar drive for children under 5

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In a bid to bridge the gap in Aadhaar coverage for young children, the Tripura government has launched an intensive enrolment drive targeting children aged 0-5. With an estimated 2.87 lakh children in this age group, the state is focused on ensuring that more children are included in the Aadhaar system to streamline access to essential government services. Currently, only 98,000 children—around 34 percent of the target population—have been issued Aadhaar cards, which is slightly below the national average of 38 percent. This highlights the need for accelerated efforts to ensure every child is enrolled. To expedite the process, the…

23 Apr

Not Reform, But Control’, Jitendra Chaudhury tears into BJP’s election plan

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Leader of Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led central government, alleging that the “One Nation, One Election” proposal is a veiled attempt to impose dictatorship in India. Speaking to reporters, Chaudhury, who is also a CPI(M) Politburo member, claimed that the BJP and RSS are trying to monopolise political power under the guise of electoral reform. “This move is not about efficiency—it is about control. It goes against the democratic spirit of our Constitution,” he said. Chaudhury argued that if a government loses support mid-term, it must step down, and enforcing a five-year…

22 Apr

High winds, heavy rains slam Tripura districts on April 21

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A powerful storm accompanied by heavy rain battered Tripura in the early hours of April 21, damaging at least 445 houses and injuring two people. The worst-hit areas were Mohanpur in West District and Karbook in Gomati District, according to the State Emergency Operation Centre. In Mohanpur alone, 261 houses were damaged — 65 severely and 196 partially. Karbook reported 158 damaged houses, including 26 fully destroyed, 83 severely damaged, and 49 partially affected. Two individuals were injured in Karbook when a roof collapsed on them. The storm also uprooted dozens of trees and damaged several electric poles. Karbook saw…

22 Apr

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

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

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

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

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

Banasree SarkarTripuraTripura CM

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

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

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…