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31 Mar

AMC tackles flooding with new drainage infrastructure

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) has launched a large-scale scientific drainage construction project across the city to combat persistent urban flooding, particularly during the monsoon season. The initiative, being implemented under Agartala Smart City Limited, aims to provide a long-term solution to waterlogging issues affecting various parts of the city. AMC Commissioner Dr. Shailesh Kumar Yadav stated that the new drainage systems are being built using Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) and are designed to integrate footpaths on top, ensuring both efficient drainage and improved pedestrian infrastructure. "As part of this initiative, work is currently in progress over a total length…

29 Mar

Tripura Fisheries Minister announces ₹43 crore funding for Aqua Park

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Central government has sanctioned ₹43 crore for the establishment of an Integrated Aqua Park in Tripura, aiming to boost fish production and reduce the state's dependency on imports, Fisheries Minister Sudhangshu Das informed the state assembly on Friday. The ₹100 crore project, proposed by the state government, will be developed on 500 hectares in Bisnagar Gram Panchayat, Unakoti district. The Union Fisheries Ministry has approved the initial funding, with further allocations expected. Minister Das highlighted the state's efforts to increase fish production, revealing that in the 2024-25 financial year, the Fisheries Department rehabilitated 589.66 hectares of unused water bodies…

28 Mar

Tripura CM unveils flood prevention plan for Howrah river

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha has announced a ₹248 crore initiative aimed at improving the navigability of the Howrah River and addressing flooding issues in Agartala city. Speaking in response to a notice of calling attention, Dr. Saha stated that a draft concept paper has been prepared for strengthening the river embankment, which will be implemented under the EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) mode once funds are available. The Water Resources Division of the Public Works Department (PWD) is currently conducting a special silt and waste removal program along the riverbanks, expected to be completed within six months.Dr.…

27 Mar

Tripura faces shortage of 4,187 teachers in elementary education, says CM Manik Saha

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday informed the Assembly that teacher shortage in elementary education stands at 4,187. Replying to a question by CPI(M) MLA Nayan Sarkar, the CM, who holds the Education portfolio, said the state needs 10,391 Under Graduate Teachers (UGTs) and 8,546 Graduate Teachers (GTs) in accordance to the revised state norms. "Currently, a total of 8,985 UGTs and 5,765 GTs are working in schools that fall under the Elementary Education department. Therefore, we have a shortfall of 1,406 UGTs and 2,781 GTs — totaling 4,187 teachers — according to revised state norms," he said.

26 Mar

Six Bangladeshi sentenced to two Years in Tripura for illegal entry

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Additional Sessions Judge Court of Tripura’s Gomati district has sentenced six Bangladeshi nationals to two years of rigorous imprisonment (RI) for illegally entering India. The court also imposed a fine of ₹20,000 each, with an additional two months of imprisonment in case of non-payment. The convicted individuals have been identified as Soumiya Khatun, Taslim Biswas, Salina Begum, Riman Begum, Abdul Rahim Sheikh, and Aslam Bhuiya. In addition to the main sentence, the court also sentenced them to three months of RI under Section 3 of the IPP Act, along with a fine of ₹10,000 each. Failure to pay will…

25 Mar

NFR’s first goods train arrives at Nischintapur Terminal

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In a historic milestone for the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), the first-ever goods train from Guwahati successfully reached the Nischintapur Terminal near Agartala, Tripura, on March 24. This marks a crucial step in strengthening freight connectivity in the region. Key Highlights:The train carried 11 BCN wagons loaded with cement from STAR siding at Tetelia near Guwahati. The Agartala-Nischintapur section was recently sanctioned for goods traffic by NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, following joint inspections by senior railway officials. The new terminal aims to reduce congestion at overburdened goods sheds, such as Jirania and major locations in the Lumding Division.…

24 Mar

TSF withdraw its protest rely on CM Manik Saha’s assurance

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Twipra Students Federation (TSF) has withdrawn its protest demanding the adoption of the Roman script for the Kokborok language after Chief Minister Manik Saha assured them of addressing the issue. The indigenous student body had been blocking national highways since March 21 to press for their demand. Following a meeting with the Chief Minister on Sunday, TSF General Secretary Hamalu Jamatia stated that CM Saha acknowledged their concerns and assured them that the matter would be discussed with higher authorities. “We are thankful to the Chief Minister for calling us for discussions. Since we have received his assurance, we…

22 Mar

Tripura Police arrest three, seize Yaba tablets worth ₹5.5 crore

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Tripura police arrested a drug kingpin from Assam and two others, seizing Yaba tablets worth ₹5.5 crore from a hotel in Agartala. According to West District Superintendent of Police Kiran Kumar, the operation was carried out on March 21 evening following intelligence inputs. A special team raided Hotel Woodland Park, where a narcotics transaction was taking place. “We conducted a raid and arrested Sahidul Hossen Taluka from Silchar, Assam, along with Nayan Mani Namasudra and Biswajit Biswas from Tripura. A total of 1,10,000 Yaba tablets packed in 11 packets were seized,” Kumar stated.…

21 Mar

TSF protests Bengali script in Kok Borok exams, seeks immediate action

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Twipra Students Federation (TSF), an indigenous students' organization affiliated with the North East Students Organisation (NESO), has announced an indefinite statewide strike starting March 21 in protest against the use of the Bengali script for Kok Borok board exams. The student body has threatened to block all national highways as part of their agitation.The TSF is demanding the implementation of the Roman script for Kok Borok exams and the rescheduling of exams for students who allegedly failed to answer due to the question papers being set in Bengali. At a press conference, TSF General Secretary Hamalu Jamatia stated that…

20 Mar

40 young debaters to compete in Tripura’s State Youth Parliament

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura government will organize a state-level Youth Parliament competition at the Tripura Legislative Assembly on March 23, aiming to encourage youth participation in democracy and governance. Announcing the event at a press conference, Sports and Youth Affairs Minister Tinku Roy said that 40 talented youths aged 15 to 25, selected from all eight districts of the state, will take part in the competition. “This program was launched in 2019 under the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to empower youth and inspire patriotism. The best three participants from the state competition will advance to the central-level Youth Parliament competition…