The state transport and tourism minister Sushanta Chowdhury on Thursday said that the government is contemplating to make tourism as an alternate means of livelihood in the state. Adequate fund has been allocated for further developing the tourism sector, he added.
Category: WEST TRIPURA
Imports from B’desh to Tripura increase, exports largely decline: Minister
Imports from Bangladesh into Tripura increased but exports from the northeastern state of India to the neighbouring country substantially declined, state Industries and Commerce Minister Santana Chakma told the Assembly on Thursday.
67 percent households in AMC areas connected with drinking water supply: CM Dr Manik Saha
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Thursday claimed that at least 67% households were connected with drinking water supply in the areas of Agartala Municipal Corporation.
Boy drowns in Muhuri River during Baruni bathing ritual
In a tragic incident, Sayan Pal (18), a 12th-standard student from Arya Colony, Belonia, drowned in the Muhuri River while participating in the holy Baruni bathing ritual on Wednesday afternoon.
Innovative projects launched to supply drinking water from Dumbur: CM
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today said that several innovative projects have been set up based on the reserved water of the Dumbur water reservoir, making it possible to provide drinking water connections to many families through pipelines.
Govt undertaken measures to increase Howrah river’s navigability: Tripura CM
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today said that the state government has undertaken a series of measures to permanently address flooding in Agartala city by increasing the navigability of the Howrah River.
Tripura Assembly witnesses spat over minister's 'racist' remark against LoP
The Tripura Assembly witnessed a noisy scene for the fourth day on Thursday over Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ratan Lal Nath's alleged racist remarks against Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Jitendra Chaudhury.
Centre Releases Rs 240.5 Crore to Tripura for Urban Planning Reforms
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today announced that the Ministry of Finance has released Rs 240.5 crores to Tripura for achieving urban planning reforms.
Crimes along India-B’desh border in Tripura have declined: Residents tell top BSF officials
BSF Additional Director General (ADG), Eastern Command, Ravi Gandhi - as part of his three-day visit to Tripura - had an interactive session with residents of Bhagalpur, Narsingharh, Bamutia, and Kalkalia villages in western Tripura.
Recruited 4,656 teachers to provide quality education: Tripura CM
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the state government has taken various significant steps to provide quality education to students and recruited 4,656 teachers in the last five financial years.
CPI-M to boycott remaining period of Tripura Assembly Budget session
Opposition CPI-M on Wednesday announced that they would boycott the remaining days of the ongoing Budget session of the Tripura Assembly to protest against Speaker Biswa Bandhu Sen's "partisan behaviour".
Top BSF officer visits Tripura’s first all-women border outpost
BSF's Additional Director General (ADG), Eastern Command Ravi Gandhi, visited Border Outpost (BOP), Khantalang and BOP Pushparampara, the first all-women Prahari post in Tripura, officials said.
Tripura Assembly witnesses pandemonium over minister’s ‘racist’ remark against LoP
Tripura Assembly on Tuesday witnessed bedlam and the opposition CPI-M members staged a walkout from the house over the “racist” remarks against Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Jitendra Chaudhury by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ratan Lal Nath.
Tripura awarded for outstanding performance in TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan: CM
In a proud moment for the state, Tripura has been awarded by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, for its exemplary performance in the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan.
Tripura receives 3.5 Crore Person-Days allocation under MGNREGS: CM
In a major boost to rural employment and economic stability, the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, has allocated 3.5 crore person-days under the MGNREGS (Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme) for the Financial Year 2025-26, said Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha.
Sudip demands probe into recruitment corruption in Higher Institutions
Raising the issue during Zero Hour on the third day of the Tripura Legislative Assembly session, Roy Barman alleged that large-scale corruption and malpractice were taking place in the recruitment process for these institutions.
Govt to fill 126 vacant posts of Community Health Officers: CM
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha, who also serves as the state's Health Minister, announced today that 126 vacant positions for Community Health Officers (CHOs) will be filled soon.
New GBP Hospital block to be completed by 2027: CM
To provide better health care to the people of the state, the construction of a new building is underway to accommodate patients at GB Pant Hospital, and the construction work is expected to be completed by 2027, said Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha.
Bihar duo nabbed in Agartala with ganja worth Rs 3 lakh
In a major crackdown on drug smuggling, Tripura Police arrested two residents of Bihar at Jogendra Nagar Railway Station in Agartala on Tuesday, seizing 36 kg of ganja concealed in their luggage.
State to get Nicco Park-Style Eco-Park, Minister holds meeting
Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury convened a crucial meeting on Monday with Rajiv Kaul, Managing Director of Kolkata Nicco Park, to discuss the project’s establishment at Sachindranagar Colony in Jirania under the West District.
Govt committed for development of Kokborok, other minority languages: CM
Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today said that the state government has taken a series of steps for the development of Kokborok and other minority languages and informed that the process of recruiting around 401 Assistant Professors is underway.
State reports 123 Cybercrime cases, 74 held in last three Years
Tripura has registered 123 cases of cybercrime and arrested 74 accused in the last three years, as revealed during the second day of the Tripura Legislative Assembly session on Monday.
Seven PIF Camps operational in Tripura to curb illegal infiltration
The state government has established seven Prevention of Infiltration of Foreigners (PIF) camps across different districts to check illegal infiltration along the state's 856-km-long international border with Bangladesh.
Conviction rate in Tripura rises by 21 pc: CM Saha
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Monday that the general conviction rate of various cases in Tripura has increased by 20 per cent over the past three years.
‘Historic milestone’: First freight rake placed at Tripura terminal
In a significant milestone, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) on Monday successfully placed the first-ever goods train at the Nischintapur terminal near Agartala.