Mayor Dipak Majumder tabled the Agartala Municipal Corporation's (AMC) budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, featuring a comprehensive outlay of Rs 416.74 crore and an anticipated deficit of Rs 76.75 lakh. The budget presentation took place at the AMC conference hall on Thursday.
Category: WEST TRIPURA
Tripura tribal party to stick to ‘Greater Tipraland’ even as two party MLAs join BJP-led ministry
Newly-appointed Tripura minister and senior Tipra Motha Party (TMP) leader Animesh Debbarma said on Thursday that his party would continue its demand for ‘Greater Tipraland’ (a separate state for the tribals) under Articles 2 and 3 of the Constitution.
Two oppn Tipra Motha Party MLAs inducted as ministers in Tripura
Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu on Thursday administered the oath of office and secrecy to the two new ministers -- Animesh Debbarma and Brishaketu Debbarma, both from Tipra Motha Party (TMP), at a simple ceremony at the Raj Bhavan.
Ahead of Lok Sabha poll, BJP in Tripura set to start drive to collect public opinion for vision document
Ahead of the Lok Sabha election, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party will start a drive to gather public suggestions for its vision document – poll manifesto from march 8 next.
National Lok Adalat from March 9, to resolve over 18000 cases
The National Lok Adalat will delve into a spectrum of legal issues, including 12,188 cases related to arbitrable criminal disputes (MB Act, TP Act, TG Act, and Excise Act), 270 matrimonial disputes, 154 check bounce cases, 5 employment-related cases, 1 electricity-related case, and 73 civil-related cases.
Pradesh BJP to launch poll campaign from March 08
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state is set to commemorate the first anniversary of its second-time establishment with the launch of an ambitious election campaign named "Vikshit Bharat Modi Ki Guarantee’’ on March 08.
Three held with cannabis worth over Rs 1.50 crore in separate operations
Tripura Police and BSF (Border Security Force) conducted joint operations today, seizing cannabis valued at over Rs 1.50 Crore and apprehending three individuals in two separate incidents in the state.
Power Minister acknowledges linemen's key role, urges safety for electrical work
In a dedicated event commemorating Linemen's Day at the Tripura State Electricity Corporation (TSECL) corporate office, Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath underscored the pivotal role played by linemen and helpers in the operational framework of the power sector.
CM appeals for BJP’s victory in Lok Sabha for women's empowerment
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha appealed on Wednesday to ensure victory for BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, emphasizing the importance of this outcome in strengthening women's empowerment in the state.
Opposition Tipra Motha Party to join BJP-led ministry in Tripura
After hectic parlays for the past year and the signing of a tripartite agreement with the Centre and the Tripura government on March 2, the opposition Tipra Motha Party (TMP) will join the BJP-led coalition government in the state, adding a new twist to Tripura's politics.
Mahila Congress to hold 'Nari Nyay Padyatra' in all districts of country: Alka Lamba
The President of All India Mahila Congress, Alka Lamba, claimed on Tuesday that the BJP-ruled Tripura is ranked second in the northeastern region when it comes to crimes against women.
A significant reduction of unemployment rate from 11% to 1.4% in Tripura: Minister Tinku Roy
Replying to a question moved by Opposition Congress MLA Gopal Chandra Roy on the last day of the state Assembly, Roy claimed that Tripura now has 1.4 percent unemployment.
Ahead of LS Polls Tripura Govt announces 5% DA/DR for employees, pensioners
Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Tuesday announced 5% Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief for employees and pensioners of the state effective from January 1, 2024.
BJP nominated candidate for West Tripura, MP Biplab Kumar Deb reaches Agartala to kick off campaign
The former Chief Minister of Tripura and Rajya Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday landed here at Agartala to seek blessing from the people of the state and kick off his campaign for the ensuing Lok Sabha elections.
Agartala Smart City Project Ltd: among 65 projects, 57 completed, 8 under progress: CM
Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday said that under the Agartala Smart City Projects Limited, a total of 65 projects have been initiated, with 57 projects completed and 8 projects currently under implementation.
Centre rolls out 200 CNG stations across 17 states in big push to green economy
Minister for Petroleum and Natural Hardeep Singh Puri on Tuesday dedicated to the nation as many as 201 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations across 17 states and India’s first small-scale LNG unit at Vijaipur in Madhya Pradesh as part of the Modi government’s push towards a green economy.
CM declares more 5% DA for Government employees, pensioners
In a significant move to boost the financial well-being of government employees and pensioners, Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday declared a 5% Dearness Allowance (DA) effective from January 1, 2024.
Tripura demands Centre for 4 more NH: CM Dr Manik Saha
Tripura government has sent a proposal to the Center seeking its intervention over inclusion of 4 more National Highways in the state, said Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha said on Monday.
FIR against one for duping unemployed youths with fake job offers in Sonamura
A case has been filed against an individual for allegedly duping 21 unemployed youths of lakhs of rupees from the Sonamura sub-division of Tripura’s Sepahijala district, promising them lucrative job opportunities abroad.
State assembly passes resolution thanking PM Modi for Ram Mandir
During the Tripura Assembly session on Monday, a resolution was passed to express profound gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his steadfast dedication towards the consecration of Ram Lalla in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh.
Wild elephant rampage leaves destruction at marriage house in Teliamura; locals demand solution
In response to the outcry, forest department officials assured residents that personnel would be deployed for nightly patrols to prevent future incidents. Additionally, assurances were made regarding compensation for the damages incurred during the recent rampage.
Tripura tribal autonomous body declares holiday to celebrate signing of tripartite pact
The Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) has declared a holiday on Monday to celebrate the signing of the tripartite agreement between the Centre, the Tripura government and the Tipra Motha Party (TMP), officials said on Sunday.
Tripura’s traditional ‘Risa’ bestowed with GI tag
After Tripura's iconic queen pineapple got the Geographical Indication (GI) tag among 13 other products from the Northeast, the state’s traditional ‘Risa’ of the indigenous tribes bestowed with the recognition of GI.
Tripura begins pulse polio vaccination drive
To eradicate Poliomyelitis and to vaccinate all children under five years of age against polio virus, a 3-day long State-wide Intensified Pulse Polio Vaccination Program was started on Sunday at Agartala Government College of Nursing.
Five Bihar residents held with cannabis of Rs 4 lakh in Dharmanagar
In a significant crackdown on narcotics smuggling, Tripura Police apprehended four women and one man of Bihar while attempting to smuggle 20 kgs of ganja through a passenger bus in Bagbasa under North District.