Tensions flared in Tripura’s Dhalai district this week as hundreds of indigenous youths staged a black-flag protest against Leader of the Opposition and CPI(M) state secretary Jitendra Chaudhury, accusing him of disrespecting the traditional handwoven tribal attire known as the “Risha.” The protest, which took place near Nailaha Bari on National Highway 8 in Ambassa,…
In a politically charged statement that has reignited historical wounds, Tripura BJP President Rajib Bhattacharya has accused the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] of failing to act during some of the state’s most violent episodes, including the 1980 Mandwi massacre and the 1996 Kamalpur Colony Bazar killings. Addressing a press conference on September 4,…
Tripura has achieved a major milestone in connectivity and sustainable infrastructure as the state has completed 100% railway electrification across its 271-kilometer rail network. This historic achievement positions Tripura as a key example in India’s mission to achieve net-zero emissions in the railway sector by 2030. With this step, the state has significantly enhanced its…
Tripura’s state finance minister has announced a significant move aimed at boosting balanced regional growth across the state. According to the minister, every district in Tripura will receive dedicated funds for development, ensuring that infrastructure, social welfare, education, healthcare, and employment-generation projects are equally prioritized across urban and rural regions. This step comes at a…
Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath has laid the foundation stone for a ₹126.33 crore transmission infrastructure upgrade aimed at ensuring uninterrupted 24×7 electricity supply across the state. The project, launched at Bodhjung Nagar near Agartala on August 25, 2025, marks a significant milestone in Tripura’s journey toward energy self-reliance and modernization of its power…
Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening the justice delivery system, calling for a legal framework that is “fair, fast, accessible, and affordable.” Speaking at the inauguration of the 16th Sub-Divisional Judicial Magistrate and Civil Judge (Junior Division) Court in Mohanpur on August 23, 2025, Dr. Saha emphasized the…
Tripura is charting a new course in agricultural innovation and rural prosperity by introducing exotic fruit cultivation and expanding high-yield potato seed production across the state. The twin initiatives, spearheaded by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, aim to diversify farm incomes, reduce dependency on external seed suppliers, and position Tripura as a model…
Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha reaffirmed his government’s commitment to welfare-centric governance during a high-level statewide review meeting with all District Magistrates (DMs) held in Agartala this week. The meeting focused on assessing the progress of ongoing development projects, identifying bottlenecks, and streamlining delivery mechanisms to ensure that government initiatives reach the grassroots effectively….
Tripura Legislative Assembly Speaker Biswabandhu Sen has been hospitalised after suffering a brain haemorrhage on Monday, sending shockwaves through the state’s political circles. According to medical officials, his condition is critical, and he will be shifted to a specialised neurological facility in Bengaluru for advanced treatment. Medical Condition and Emergency Response Sources from the Agartala…
In a powerful statement that reignited the ongoing debate on linguistic identity in Northeast India, Tipra Motha chief and royal scion Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma strongly criticized the repeated labeling of the Bengali language as “Bangladeshi.” He called such references “deeply problematic, divisive, and rooted in ignorance,” while urging all political stakeholders and citizens to…
