Tripura

11 Feb

Tripura revokes licenses of 154 Pharmacies for violating drug regulations

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Drugs Control Administration of Tripura has taken stringent action against 372 pharmacies, revoking the licenses of 154 shops for violating regulations, including selling contraband drugs in 2024. Speaking at a training program on drug sampling and investigation in Agartala, Deputy Drugs Controller Kanchan Singh revealed that 3,589 drug samples were tested last year, far exceeding the 1,200-sample target, with 21 found to be substandard. Additionally, 3,203 medical shops, including government and hospital stores, were inspected. “We took action against 372 shops for violations, including the sale of contraband drugs. Some shops were also found selling anti-abortion drugs without prescriptions,”…

11 Feb

Election Commission to announce decision on Mizoram CM’s MCC violation

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Election Commission is set to announce its decision on Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma’s alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) on February 10, ahead of the February 12 village council elections. The State Election Commission (SEC) had issued a show-cause notice to the chief minister following a complaint by the opposition Mizo National Front (MNF). State election commissioner H Lalthlangliana confirmed that Lalduhoma submitted his explanation on February 9, while the Kolasib district election officer provided a report on the alleged violation. MNF general secretary J Rosangpuia accused the CM of announcing new government policies during a…

10 Feb

Tripura Police seize ₹2.50 crore worth of y*ba tablets in major drug bust

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In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, Tripura Police arrested one person and seized Yaba tablets worth ₹2.50 crore in Bagbasa, North Tripura district, on February 9. North District Superintendent of Police, Avinash Rai, confirmed the arrest and the seizure, stating that law enforcement acted on a tip-off about a large consignment of contraband being transported in the area.“Based on secret information, our team intercepted a Mahindra Max vehicle suspected of carrying illegal drugs. The Sub-Divisional Police Officer and DCM immediately rushed to the spot and conducted a search. We recovered 50,000 Yaba tablets with an estimated market value of…

08 Feb

Tripura govt signs 87 MoUs worth Rs 3,683 crore at business conclave

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The Tripura government on Saturday said that 87 Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) valued at Rs 3,683 crore were signed in the business conclave that concluded on February 8. Addressing the 'Destination Tripura: Business Conclave-2025' here, Chief Minister Manik Saha urged investors to set up industries in the northeastern state. "Though Tripura is the third smallest state in the country, it has enormous resources to offer for setting up industries. Natural gas, tea, rubber, bamboo and agar are the resources which could be used for commercial purposes," Saha said.

08 Feb

Tripura CM launches educational programs to support 80,000 students

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday launched the ‘Skill Uday Tongai’ skill development training programme at the Tripura Institute of Technology (TIT), Narsingarh, aimed at empowering 80,000 school and college students. During the event, several other educational initiatives were also inaugurated, including: State MIS Portal for better academic monitoring, Career Guidance Programme for 70,000 girl students from 983 schools, NSDC Programme for 7,000 college students, English Employability and Entrepreneurship (EEE) Programme for 1,600 students. Calling it a "transformative initiative," CM Saha emphasized that skill development is key to shaping Tripura’s future workforce. He also inspected Drone Technology and honored…

07 Feb

Two-day business conclave begins on Tripura

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Tripura Industries and Commerce Minister Santana Chakma on Thursday said the northeastern state is expected to receive investment proposals worth Rs 600 crore during the two-day business summit. The state is set to host the business conclave commencing on Friday to showcase Tripura's potentiality in the service sector, she said. "The programme 'Destination Tripura: Business Conclave' is expected to attract proposals amounting to Rs 600 crore in IT, healthcare, education and skill development and tourism. Over 100 investors and entrepreneurs are likely to join the conclave," she told reporters here.

05 Feb

Tripura CM discusses border issue with BSF IG

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Inspector General of the Border Security Force (BSF) Ashwini Kumar Sharma, paid a courtesy visit to the Chief Minister of Tripura Manik Saha on Tuesday. During the meeting, which took place at the CM's office, the IG provided a detailed briefing on the operational situation along the state's border areas. Sharma outlined the current security challenges and ongoing efforts to strengthen the border protection framework. Emphasising the importance of a robust security mechanism, he assured the CM of the BSF's commitment to maintaining peace and preventing cross- border threats. The discussion also covered the latest developments in border infrastructure and…

05 Feb

BSF thwarts illegal border crossing, man injured during clash

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

A Border Security Force (BSF) sentry opened fire in self-defence, injuring an Indian national who attempted to enter Indian territory illegally from Bangladesh. The incident occurred on the evening of February 4 near the Border Outpost (BOP) Putia in Sepahijala district. Tripura, which shares an 856-kilometer-long international border with Bangladesh, has witnessed several instances of illegal crossings and smuggling activities. According to BSF officials, troops stationed at the border observed two individuals—a man and a woman—trying to breach the border fence from the Bangladesh side. Despite multiple verbal warnings from the BSF personnel, the duo continued their attempt to enter…

04 Feb

Tripura BSF interrupt smaglling & seized Rs. 8 lack contraband items

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Border Security Force (BSF) in Tripura successfully foiled multiple trans-border smuggling bids along the Indo-Bangladesh border, seizing a large quantity of contraband items worth over Rs 8 lakh. In a series of operations, the BSF seized 88 kg of Ganja, 470 bottles of Phensedyl, and 50 kg of sugar, valued at Rs 8,90,308. Additionally, four cattle were also confiscated. In collaboration with Railway Police, BSF personnel apprehended three Indian touts from the village of North Kaiyadepha in Sepahijala district, located along the Bangladesh border. This operation was part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal cross-border trade.Earlier this week, another…

01 Feb

THRC launches probe onto Dhalai looting and arson

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The Tripura Human Rights Commission (THRC) has directed the Director General of Police (DGP) and the District Magistrate (DM) of Dhalai to submit a detailed inquiry report following allegations of mob violence, looting, and arson. The complainant, Rakesh Sarkar, has raised concerns about the destruction of his property and inadequate compensation following the incident. Sarkar, a resident of Haripur 30 Card in North Gandachara, Dhalai District, filed a written complaint to the THRC, detailing the events that unfolded after a violent incident during a large-scale event, ‘Ananda Mela,’ on July 7, 2024. A young man, Parameshwar Reang, was injured in…