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RGI reviews Tripura readiness for 2027 digital census with caste count

RGI reviews Tripura readiness for 2027 digital census with caste count

Jul 18, 2025

Registrar General of India (RGI) Mrityunjay Kumar Narayan visited the Directorate of Census Operations office in Tripura to assess the state’s preparedness for the upcoming 2027 Census exercise, officials said on Thursday.

Tripura: Pradyot Debbarma calls for united stand against illegal migration

Tripura: Pradyot Debbarma calls for united stand against illegal migration

Jul 18, 2025

Tipra Motha Party founder and royal scion Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma on Friday made a strong appeal for unity across communities in combating what he termed the “grave threat” of illegal migration, asserting that the influx jeopardises the nation’s future and the security of indigenous populations.

Tripura districts, unconnected habitations to get double-lane NH access: CM Saha

Tripura districts, unconnected habitations to get double-lane NH access: CM Saha

Jul 18, 2025

Tripura is set to get a comprehensive plan aimed at enhancing connectivity across the state by linking all district and subdivision headquarters, as well as unconnected habitations to the national highway network with double-lane roads.

NHPC to set up first pumped storage project in Northeast with 800 MW capacity in Tripura

NHPC to set up first pumped storage project in Northeast with 800 MW capacity in Tripura

Jul 18, 2025

The National Hydro Power Corporation (NHPC) will establish an 800 MW Pumped Storage Project (PSP) in the state, making it the first such facility in the North-East region since the 900 MW Bagmundi project in West Bengal’s Purulia.

Tripura police forms special task force to tackle illegal immigration

Tripura police forms special task force to tackle illegal immigration

Jul 18, 2025

In a decisive move to curb illegal immigration, the West Tripura District Police has constituted a 15-member Special Task Force (STF) to detect, identify, and deport illegal immigrants from Bangladesh and Myanmar.

Tipra Motha leader: Deport Bangladeshis residing illegally in Sepahijala

Tipra Motha leader: Deport Bangladeshis residing illegally in Sepahijala

Jul 18, 2025

Tipra Motha Party demands action against illegal Bangladeshi residents in Tripura's Sepahijala district. The party is coordinating with authorities and seeking Union government intervention to stop infiltration.

Tripura Railway Police seize 9.5 kg ganja at Agartala station amid regional drug surge

Tripura Railway Police seize 9.5 kg ganja at Agartala station amid regional drug surge

Jul 18, 2025

Tripura Railway Police seized 9.5 kg ganja at Agartala station amid rising drug trafficking. Authorities urge public cooperation to curb illegal drug movement

IPFT gears up for 2026 TTAADC polls, hopes for stronger comeback

IPFT gears up for 2026 TTAADC polls, hopes for stronger comeback

Jul 17, 2025

The Indigenous People's Front of Tripura (IPFT), a key ally of the ruling BJP in Tripura, has announced its intent to contest the 2026 Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections with renewed strength and a resolve to perform better than its dismal showing in the 2021 polls.

Tripura’s Unakoti officials adopt villages to ensure scheme delivery

Tripura’s Unakoti officials adopt villages to ensure scheme delivery

Jul 17, 2025

In a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots governance, officials in Tripura’s Unakoti district have launched a novel programme where each government official adopts a gram panchayat or village committee to ensure that the benefits of central and state schemes reach every household.

Tripura mulls pre-marriage registration to curb child marriage: CM Manik Saha

Tripura mulls pre-marriage registration to curb child marriage: CM Manik Saha

Jul 17, 2025

Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Thursday announced that the state government is considering a new policy requiring marriage registration before the actual ceremony as a measure to prevent child marriages.

Northeast shines clean: Nine cities, including Tripura’s Khowai, bag Swachh Shehar honour

Northeast shines clean: Nine cities, including Tripura’s Khowai, bag Swachh Shehar honour

Jul 17, 2025

Nine cities in Northeast India, including Khowai, have been honoured with the Swachh Shehar award for their outstanding cleanliness efforts. This recognition under the Swachh Bharat Mission encourages further improvements in sanitation across the region

Tripura BJP holds 'Chintan Baithak' to discuss Janajati development and TTAADC poll strategy

Tripura BJP holds 'Chintan Baithak' to discuss Janajati development and TTAADC poll strategy

Jul 17, 2025

In a bid to strengthen its position ahead of the upcoming Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) elections slated for next year, the Tripura BJP convened a crucial Chintan Baithak (brainstorming session) on Thursday.

Tripura power minister vows action as statewide probe into smart meter fraud launched

Tripura power minister vows action as statewide probe into smart meter fraud launched

Jul 16, 2025

Tripura launches a detailed probe into smart meter fraud amid public complaints of inflated bills. Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath vows strict action against all involved parties.

Tripura to build Rs 35 crore state-of-the-art fish market at Maharajganj

Tripura to build Rs 35 crore state-of-the-art fish market at Maharajganj

Jul 16, 2025

Tripura plans a Rs 35 crore modern fish market at Maharajganj to support SC fish traders and improve market hygiene. The project includes a three-storey complex addressing drainage and space issues.

Tripura cops seize over 1 lakh Yaba tablets worth Rs 11 crore

Tripura cops seize over 1 lakh Yaba tablets worth Rs 11 crore

Jul 16, 2025

Tripura police seized Yaba tablets worth over Rs 11 crore in two raids on July 16. The operations highlight rising narcotics smuggling concerns and ongoing investigations.

Tripura appoints nearly 20,000 regular employees in 7 years: Manik Saha

Tripura appoints nearly 20,000 regular employees in 7 years: Manik Saha

Jul 16, 2025

Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Wednesday announced that the BJP-led state government has appointed 19,742 regular employees across various departments over the past seven years.

Tripura University signs MoU to boost lemongrass cultivation under Aroma Mission

Tripura University signs MoU to boost lemongrass cultivation under Aroma Mission

Jul 15, 2025

Tripura University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT) to support collaborative research and promote rural entrepreneurship through aromatic lemongrass cultivation under the national Aroma Mission.

‘Arrest him now’: Protests rock Agartala over CPIM leader’s Hanuman remark

Jul 15, 2025

A series of protests erupted, including in Agartala city, demanding the arrest of CPIM leader and former Member of Parliament Shankar Prasad Datta after he allegedly made derogatory remarks against Lord Hanuman during a party program.

Tripura pushes mediation drive with nearly 1,000 cases referred in just 9 days

Tripura pushes mediation drive with nearly 1,000 cases referred in just 9 days

Jul 15, 2025

As part of a nationwide initiative, a 90-day special campaign titled “Mediation for the Nation, the Tripura State Legal Services Authority (TSLSA) has referred 996 cases till July 9 to nine Mediation Centres of Tripura.

Tripura cabinet approves recruitment of 1658 persons in education and health sectors

Tripura cabinet approves recruitment of 1658 persons in education and health sectors

Jul 15, 2025

In a significant decision aimed at strengthening the state’s education and healthcare infrastructure, the Tripura Cabinet on Tuesday approved multiple recruitment proposals across departments.

Tripura CM demands reforms for Janajati community, slams left over 'vote bank politics'

Tripura CM demands reforms for Janajati community, slams left over 'vote bank politics'

Jul 15, 2025

Tripura CM Manik Saha addresses issues faced by the Bru community. Accuses previous government of using Janajati as a vote bank. Highlights BJP's initiatives for Janajati development.