Tripura

22 Jan

Assam Rifles seizes Yaba tablets worth 12 crore in West Tripura

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Assam Rifles successfully intercepted a narcotics shipment in the General Area of Salbagan, West Tripura and seized 60,000 Yaba tablets, valued at approximately Rs 12 crore in the international market, according to a statement from Assam Rifles. Two individuals were arrested in connection with the drug smuggling activities and were identified as Kanai Das (36) and Kishan Kumar Sarkar (32). Both individuals were handed over to the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) for further investigation and leg proceedings.This successful operation highlights the commitment of Assam Rifles to fighting against narcotics trafficking and ensuring the safety of the region from the…

22 Jan

Rare Lord Brahma sculpture found in Unakoti district during excavation

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Villagers in the Bhuiyapara area of Kailashahar Sub-division, Unakoti District, have uncovered an ancient sculpture of Lord Brahma during development works on January 21. Unakoti, a renowned archaeological site dating back to the 7th–9th centuries, is famed for its Shaiva rock carvings and natural beauty. The discovery has drawn significant attention, with large crowds gathering to view the relic. Kailashahar Sub-divisional Magistrate Pradip Sarkar stated, “The idol was found during groundwork and has since been moved to the Unakoti District Magistrate’s office for preservation. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has been notified for further investigation.” Assistant Conservator of ASI…

21 Jan

Tripura CM inaugurates Purvottar Adi Bazar in Agartala

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha recently inaugurated the Purvottar Adi Bazar at Purbasa Urban Hut Complex, Jail Road, Agartala, where he said that the Bazar will play an important role in the development of handicrafts in the North Eastern region."Purvottar Adi Bazar is a platform to showcase the culture, heritage, and artistic talents of the artisans of Tripura and the North Eastern region. It will play an important role in the development of handicrafts inthe region," Saha said. It must be noted that Purvottar Adi Bazar, a joint initiative of the Tribal Co-operative Marketing Federation of India (TRIFED) and Tripura…

21 Jan

Manik Saha praises BJP’s discipline and commitment to welfare

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on January 20 praised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its discipline and dedication to societal welfare, emphasizing the party's commitment to reaching every individual through developmental initiatives. Speaking at an event where Gouranga Bhowmik was announced as the Sadar (Rural) District President, CM Saha highlighted the systematic approach of the BJP in organizational development. "We began at the booth level, moved to Mandal Presidents, and now, District Presidents. Among 11 candidates, Gouranga Bhowmik was elected, reflecting the party’s transparent and disciplined process," he said. Saha urged party members to prioritize discipline and adhere to…

20 Jan

Minister Ratan Lal Nath Says, Tripura advocates for Kokborok’s inclusion in the eighth schedule

Banasree SarkarTripuraMinister Ratan Lal Nath

Tripura Minister Ratan Lal Nath stated that the state administration was working to add the Kokborok language to the Constitution's Eighth Schedule. The Constitution of our nation recognizes 22 different languages. Adding Kokborok to the Constitution's Eighth Schedule is our top objective. Speaking during the primary ceremony to commemorate the 46th Kokborok Diwas at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhawan in Agartala, Nath stated, "It's our demand." "No initiative was taken to develop the language before 2018," Nath said, subtly criticizing the former Left Front government. To promote the Kokborok language, we gave Gandacherra the name Ganda Tuisa and Baramura the name Hatai…

20 Jan

Sudhangshu Das rushes to help elderly man on roadside in Dhalai district

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Tripura Fisheries and SC Welfare Minister Sudhangshu Das halted his convoy to assist an elderly man in distress on January 19. The incident occurred in the Devichhara Chaumuhani area of the Kamalpur assembly constituency in Dhalai district. The elderly man, found lying by the roadside in critical condition, appeared to need urgent medical attention. Minister Das promptly instructed his vehicle to stop and assessed the situation. He sought help from nearby residents and arranged for the man to be transported to the hospital for treatment. Additionally, the minister ensured the man's family was informed and coordinated with the security department…

18 Jan

Tripura raises alarm over Bangladesh’s river embankment near border

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Unakoti district administration of Tripura has submitted a detailed report to the state government regarding the construction of a river embankment by Bangladesh near Rangauti Village, Kailashahar. Officials fear the construction, located on the zero line of the international border, could pose a significant flood risk to the Indian side. Tripura shares an 856-km-long border with Bangladesh, and the recent developments have sparked concerns among local authorities and legislators. Congress MLA Birajit Sinha and Fisheries Minister Sudhangshu Das raised the issue during the Assembly, emphasizing the potential threat to Rangauti Village in the event of severe flooding. On January…

16 Jan

Manik Saha to seek Centre’s intervention over flooding risks

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Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha assured the state assembly on Wednesday that he would raise concerns with the Centre regarding the construction of a massive embankment by the Bangladesh government near the Kailashahar subdivision in Unakoti district. The issue was highlighted by Congress legislator Birajit Sinha, who warned of potential flooding risks if Tripura’s existing 40-year-old embankment at Rangaoti is not urgently strengthened. “If our embankment is not fortified, the people of Kailashahar will face severe hardships during floods,” Sinha said. Fisheries Minister Sudhangshu Das, representing Unakoti district, emphasized the need for action, citing gaps in fencing along the India-Bangladesh…

15 Jan

NIA arrests 25 individuals in Tripura for alleged human trafficking

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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested 25 individuals across Tripura for their alleged involvement in human trafficking cases during 2022 and 2023, according to data from the Tripura Legislative Assembly. The report, based on records from the Tripura Police Department, revealed that 11 arrests were made in 2022, followed by 14 in 2023. The arrests spanned multiple districts, with 12 individuals apprehended in Sepahijala, 8 in the West District, 4 in Unakoti, and 1 in the South District. Authorities highlighted the growing challenge of human trafficking in the region, emphasizing the need for enhanced vigilance and inter-agency coordination to combat…

15 Jan

More than 10,000 solar-powered pumps will be installed by the Tripura Renewable Energy Body

Banasree SarkarTripurasolar-powered pump

Over 10,000 solar-powered pump sets have been established by the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency (TREDA) to guarantee irrigation in rural agriculture under the PM Kusum initiative. According to a statement made by an official on January 15, TREDA has already installed 3,616 solar power pumps, benefiting 3,616 marginal farmers by putting 7,232 acres of agriculture under guaranteed irrigation. While efforts have been made to install 2,264 solar-powered pump sets as soon as possible, work has been underway to build 5,051 pump sets. According to him, the TREDA will offer subsidies under the PM Kusum plan to any farmer who…