Category: tripura

Governor Indrasena Reddy Nallu on Friday attended a symposium on Future Roadmap- North East India 2030 & Beyond, organised by the Assam Rifles here in a private run hotel in Agartala and called for the formulation of short term and long term plans to build a developed India.

Mild tremors were felt across parts of Tripura on Thursday afternoon after a 4.0 magnitude earthquake struck neighbouring Bangladesh, triggering panic among residents. No damage or casualties have been reported so far.

Tripura is poised to make its mark on the national cricketing map, with the under-construction international stadium at Narsingarh in Agartala likely to host its first-ever IPL match in 2026.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday announced that to boost the economy of the state, rubber cultivation will be expanded to another 20,485 hectares of land, and 10 new rubber processing centers will be established in the state. 

Tripura has taken a major stride in sustainable water management with the successful completion of seven rainwater-based projects, aimed at reducing dependence on groundwater and ensuring clean water access across the state.

Tipra Motha Party (TMP) supremo, Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma, launched a strong criticism of national political parties, including his ally BJP, accusing them of failing to stand up for the rights of the tribals of the Northeast.

Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said that the state government had discussed with investors to set up a Homeopathy Medical College in Tripura.

Tipra Motha Party (TMP) supremo, Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma said on Thursday that some people referring to the indigenous people of Tripura and the Northeast as “Chinese” is very sad.

The Forest Department of the Tripura government has undertaken a series of steps, including the creation of Congo Napier plantations in elephant habitats and radio collaring, to prevent human-elephant conflict.

Rangacherra, a small village in the West Tripura district under Mohanpur R D Block has embarked on a journey to become the state’s first solar powered village.

Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Thursday inaugurated the state level programme of observance of World Homeopathy Day here at Agartala and said that the government is mulling to establish Homeopathy Medical College in the state.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the BJP government is working to preserve old culture and tradition like Putul Khela (doll game), Jatra (folk theatre) and Natak (drama).

The OTPC Palatana Plant, which stands as a vital installation and a significant asset not only for the state of Tripura but also for the Government of India, has successfully conducted a security mock drill on Tuesday.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working tirelessly for the overall welfare of the indigenous people of the state, and the BJP government is also working in line with the direction of PM Modi.

Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today said that health services in the state have significantly improved and all the facilities of government medical services are now available in the state.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an $85.4 million loan to improve critical industrial infrastructure in Tripura to boost competitiveness in the manufacturing sector, promote job creation, and facilitate integration into regional and global value chains.

Former Tripura Chief Minister and Lok Sabha Member Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday strongly defended the ‘One Nation, One Election’ (ONOE) Bill, saying that the initiative would bring significant savings in time, money, and resources.

Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Monday attended the high level task force meeting of the Ministry of DoNER and emphasized on development of strategic roadmaps for the establishment of industries in the North East states.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday highlighted the Bharatiya Janata Party’s deep-rooted commitment to rural India, stating that the foundation of the world’s largest political party is strongly connected with the spirit and soul of the nation’s villages.

A suspected Bangladeshi drone was found inside the Indian territory of southern Tripura on Monday, triggering tension in the border villages, officials said. 

Union Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Monday has suggested that the tourism model of Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and other South Asian nations should be studied and build a model that further boosts the tourism potential of the region.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday attended a rally in Agartala to mark World Health Day 2025, and emphasised the need to tackle the rising cases of drug abuse, particularly among injectable drug users, which has led to an increase in HIV/AIDS patients in the state.

In a bid to strengthen grassroots connect and evaluate the impact of government welfare schemes, the Tripura Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday rolled out its Jan Sampark Abhiyan across Agartala and other parts of the state.

Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha today announced that Rs 100 crore has been sanctioned for opening an eye hospital in the state. Dr. Saha said this while addressing the World Health Day program organized by the Hepatitis Foundation of Tripura today in Agartala.

Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Sunday claimed that the developing infrastructure in the state of Tripura is gradually attracting more investors in the state, which perhaps will boost the state’s economy.