Tripura

17 Jan

Tripura Govt Approves ₹1.07 Cr Mushroom Spawn Unit to Boost Rural Livelihoods

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Tripura government has approved an amount of Rs 1.07 crore for setting up a Mushroom Spawn Production Unit in West Tripura district. The project will be taken up under the Tripura Rural Livelihood Mission (TRLM) and is aimed at improving rural livelihoods and supporting small-scale farmers and women engaged in mushroom cultivation. Officials said the new unit is being planned to help local mushroom growers, mostly women associated with TRLM and commonly known as didis, who currently depend on spawn supplied from outside the state. Because of this dependence, growers often face higher costs, delays in supply, and uncertainty…

15 Jan

Tripura Allocates Nearly 40% of State Budget to Tribal Welfare, Says CM Manik Saha

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on January 15 said that his government has placed tribal welfare and development at the very centre of its policies, with a large share of the state budget being spent on programmes meant for indigenous communities. Speaking at a programme organised by the Darlong community in Kumarghat, under Unakoti district, the Chief Minister said nearly 40 per cent of Tripura’s total budget is set aside exclusively for tribal welfare. He said this clearly shows the government’s strong commitment to inclusive growth and equal development for all sections of society. Saha shared details of the state’s…

15 Jan

Tipra Leaders Submit Memorandum Demanding Roman Script for Kokborok, Warn of Impact on Future Generations

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The long-running debate over the script to be used for Kokborok, also known as Kau Bru, has once again come into sharp focus in Tripura, following a renewed push by Tipra leaders and elected tribal representatives. This time, the demand has been made formally and with a clear warning that continued delay could have lasting effects on future generations. A memorandum submitted to Chief Minister Manik Saha calls for the immediate recognition of the Roman script as the official script for Kokborok. The memorandum has been signed by elected members of the Tripura Legislative Assembly and the Tripura Tribal Areas…

14 Jan

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma to Visit Tripura Sundari Temple, Hold BJP Meetings on Jan 15

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is scheduled to visit Tripura on January 15, where he will offer prayers at the revered Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur of Gomati district. The visit is part of a short official and religious tour, during which the Chief Minister will also hold meetings with senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state. According to sources, Himanta Biswa Sarma will arrive at Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport in Agartala at around 4 pm on January 15. From the airport, he will travel directly to Udaipur to visit the Tripura Sundari Temple, which…

14 Jan

Tripura Govt Yet to Take Final Call on HC Verdict on Fixed-Pay Recruitment

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that his government has not taken a final call on the High Court’s verdict striking down the state’s decade-old policy of appointing employees on fixed pay.“Discussions are underway among ministers and the officials after the High Court’s verdict abolishing fixed pay recruitment policy.The verdict has advantage and disadvantage also”, Saha told mediapersons on Tuesday.The Chief Minister further said that the five-year fixed pay policy was a continuous process during the previous dispensation.According to analysts, if the High Court’s verdict is implemented, it will put more burden on the state which has been under pressure…

13 Jan

Tripura’s Organic Farming Gets Major Boost as Scented Lemons Head for Export

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura’s organic farming sector received a significant boost on Monday as a consignment of more than 15,000 organically grown scented lemons was dispatched to other states, with plans for overseas export as well. Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath flagged off the shipment from Agartala Railway Station to Kolkata, marking another milestone in the state’s expanding organic farming efforts. The consignment was organized by the Tripura State Organic Farming Development Agency in collaboration with the Baramura Organic Produces Company Limited. Addressing the media, the minister described the occasion as historic, noting that while Tripura’s scented lemons have been…

12 Jan

Ten people were detained following a communal altercation in Unakoti, Tripura, and internet access was halted

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At least ten people have been arrested following communal clashes that broke out in Tripura’s Unakoti district, prompting the administration to impose prohibitory orders and suspend internet services to prevent the situation from worsening. Police officials said the situation is now under control and no fresh incidents of violence have been reported so far.The violence erupted on January 10 at Saidarpar village under the Kumarghat sub-division. According to the police, tensions flared during the collection of ‘chanda’ or voluntary subscription for a local temple, which later escalated into clashes between two groups. The incident quickly led to unrest in the…

09 Jan

Union Minister highlights benefit of VB-G RAM for Tripura’s rural workforce

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Union Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath announced that the central government is renaming MGNREGA as Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) – VB G RAM G, a change he asserts will significantly benefit rural workers in Tripura. The scheme's guaranteed employment period has been increased from 100 to 125 days, directly aiding thousands of rural families. Additional financial support will be provided to states, including Tripura, to ensure effective implementation of the expanded program. Currently, Tripura has 6.56 lakh job card holders and a total of 10.20 lakh registered workers, showcasing the scheme's extensive reach. Over the…

07 Jan

Tripura Records Lowest Daytime Temperature Deviation in India as Cold Spell Persists

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tripura has been witnessing an unusually cold spell over the past several days, with daytime temperatures falling well below the normal seasonal level. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the state has recorded the lowest deviation from normal maximum temperatures in the entire country during this period. Officials from IMD Agartala said that since January 1, the maximum daytime temperature in Tripura has remained consistently lower than usual. IMD Agartala Director, Dr Partha Roy, explained that the difference between normal and actual daytime temperatures has been significant for nearly a week. He said the state recorded deviations ranging from…

07 Jan

One Injured During Protest at Tripura University

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A female outsourced employee of Tripura Central University was injured on Tuesday when a protest by contractual workers led to a scuffle with private security personnel on the university campus. The incident took place when security guards attempted to clear a passage for Acting Vice-Chancellor Dr Shyamal Das while protesters had gheraoed the main administrative building. The protest was launched following reports that the university authorities had recommended the engagement of four outsourced employees as Daily Rated Workers, triggering resentment among other contractual staff. Protesters alleged that the move was arbitrary and violated the principle of equal opportunity, as only…