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Tripura: Two workers killed, two injured after tree collapses
Agartala, April 16: At least two workers, including a woman of MGNREGA, were killed and two more seriously injured when a big tree got uprooted and fell on them in Tripura’s mountainous Dhalai district on Wednesday, officials said.
Farmers income doubled in seven years, claims Tripura Agriculture Minister
Agartala, April 14: Fulfilling the Central and state governments' target, the monthly income of the farmers in Tripura doubled in seven years, claimed Tripura Agriculture Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Monday.
Ambedkar's ideals continue to inspire state's welfare policies: Tripura Manik Saha
Agartala, April 15: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said that the present state government is continuously working for the welfare of the Scheduled Castes and is following the principles and ideals of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution, according to a CMO statement.
Ambedkar's ideas received delayed recognition, claims Tripura CM Saha
Agartala, April 14: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said that the chief architect of the Constitution, B. R.
No ex-govts thought about Janajati welfare, development happening now, says Tripura CM
Agartala, April 14: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that ambitious projects and schemes worth Rs 1,400 crore, funded by the World Bank, are currently underway in the state to improve the socio-economic conditions of indigenous tribes, adding that previously, no government thought about their welfare.
Tripura LoP urges CM to reinstall statue of communist leader & relocate Lord Ram's idol
Agartala, April 13: Tripura Leader of the Opposition (LoP), Jitendra Chaudhury on Sunday urged Chief Minister Manik Saha to re-establish the statue of the leading communist leader and former Deputy Chief Minister Baidyanath Majumder at its original place in Kailashahar after replacing an idol of Lord Ram.
Tripura CM Manik Saha inaugurates 51st State Level Bizu Mela
Dhalai, April 13: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the 51st State-Level Biju Mela in the Dhalai district on Sunday. The 51st State-Level Biju Mela, which celebrates the traditional New Year's festival of the Chakma community, will take place over five days from April 13 to April 17.
Tripura: Indian Army organises ex-servicemen rally at Agartala
Agartala, April 13: In an initiative to reach out to veterans and Veer Naris residing in Tripura an Ex-Servicemen (ESM) rally was organised at Agartala Military Station under the aegis of Spear Corps to reinvigorate the bond of connect, care, share and solve.
With DoNER ministry's aid, cultural hub to be set up in Tripura: CM Saha
Agartala, April 13: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that a cultural hub would be built in the state with the financial assistance of the Union rn Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) Ministry, and Rs 32.5 crore has been allocated for it.
Tripura government committed to tribal welfare: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 13: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Saturday said that a cultural hub will be built in Tripura with the financial assistance of the DoNER Ministry, and for that, Rs 32.5 crore has been allocated, according to a Tripura CMO statement.
Tripura govt to expand rubber cultivation in additional 20,485 hectares: CM Saha
Agartala, April 11: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday announced that to boost the economy of the state, rubber cultivation will be expanded to another 20,485 hectares of land, and 10 new rubber processing centers will be established in the state.
Tripura CM inaugurate Teliamura Motor Stand and three newly constructed school buildings
Agartala, April 11: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday inaugurated the newly constructed Teliamura Motor Stand at Khowai District in Tripura.
Tribals achieved rights due to unity, constant pressure of regional parties: TMP Chief
Agartala, April 10: Tipra Motha Party (TMP) supremo, Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma, launched a strong criticism of national political parties, including his ally BJP, accusing them of failing to stand up for the rights of the tribals of the Northeast.
Tripura govt to set up Homeopathy Medical College: CM Saha
Agartala, April 10: Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said that the state government had discussed with investors to set up a Homeopathy Medical College in Tripura.
Calling tribals 'Chinese' is very sad: TMP chief
Agartala, April 10: Tipra Motha Party (TMP) supremo, Pradyot Bikram Manikya Debbarma said on Thursday that some people referring to the indigenous people of Tripura and the Northeast as “Chinese” is very sad.
Tripura govt committed to preserving old culture, tradition: CM Saha
Agartala, April 9: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the BJP government is working to preserve old culture and tradition like Putul Khela (doll game), Jatra (folk theatre) and Natak (drama).
Tripura CM launches multiple development projects in Dharmanagar
North Tripura, April 9: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday inaugurated a series of development projects in Dharmanagar, North Tripura, marking a significant boost to the district's infrastructure and governance capabilities.
Tripura: CM Manik Saha inaugurates State Level Jatra Utsav in Dharmanagar
Agartala, April 9: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the State Level Jatra Utsav at Vivekananda Shardha-Satabarshiki Bhavan in Dharmanagar on Wednesday.
Tripura CM Manik Saha departs for Dharmanagar to launch 45 developmental projects
Agartala, April 9: In a gesture symbolizing the progress of Tripura's rail connectivity, Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday boarded a train from Agartala Railway Station and headed to Dharmanagar in North Tripura District, as per a release.
PM Modi working tirelessly for welfare of Indigenous people: CM Saha
Agartala, April 8: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is working tirelessly for the overall welfare of the indigenous people of the state, and the BJP government is also working in line with the direction of PM Modi.
All facilities of govt medical services now available in state: Tripura CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 8: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday said that health services in the state have significantly improved, and all the facilities of Central government medical services are now available in the state.
ONOE will save time, money & resources: Former Tripura CM
Agartala, April 8: Former Tripura Chief Minister and Lok Sabha Member Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday strongly defended the 'One Nation, One Election' (ONOE) Bill, saying that the initiative would bring significant savings in time, money, and resources.
BJP robustly connected with spirit and soul of the nation's villages: Tripura CM Saha
Agartala, April 7: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday highlighted the Bharatiya Janata Party's deep-rooted commitment to rural India, stating that the foundation of the world's largest political party is strongly connected with the spirit and soul of the nation's villages.
Bangladeshi drone found inside Indian territory in Tripura, probe launched
Agartala, April 7: A suspected Bangladeshi drone was found inside the Indian territory of southern Tripura on Monday, triggering tension in the border villages, officials said.
World Health Day: Tripura CM stresses to fight drug abuse, HIV/AIDS, child marriage
Agartala, April 7: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday attended a rally in Agartala to mark World Health Day 2025, and emphasised the need to tackle the rising cases of drug abuse, particularly among injectable drug users, which has led to an increase in HIV/AIDS patients in the state.
Tripura to progress through unity of tribal, non-tribal people: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 7: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Sunday said that the state will move forward through the peaceful coexistence of people from both tribal and non tribal communities.
Tripura CM Manik Saha joins World Health Day rally in Agartala
Tripura, April 7: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha attended the World Health Day Rally organized by the Hepatitis Foundation of Tripura at the Ujjayanta Palace's front gate in Agartala on Monday.
Tripura will move forward through peaceful co-existence of all communities: CM Saha
Agartala, April 6: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Sunday said that the state will move forward through the peaceful co-existence of people from both tribal, non-tribal and all other communities.
Tripura LoP Jitendra Choudhury replaces ex-CM Manik Sarkar as CPI-M politburo member
Agartala, April 6: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) and CPI-M Tripura State Secretary Jitendra Choudhury on Sunday replaced former Chief Minister Manik Sarkar in the party's politburo, becoming the third communist leader from the state to have become a member of the party's highest policy-making body.
Rs 3 crore sanctioned for musical instrument workshops for indigenous people: Tripura CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 6: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha emphasized the government's commitment to honouring the contributions of individuals who have elevated the state's reputation through their exceptional work. He underscored the importance of ensuring that their legacies are not forgotten.
Tripura sanctioned 25 new roads under PM-JANMAN to boost tribal connectivity
New Delhi, April 5: In a move to strengthen rural connectivity and accelerate economic growth, the Ministry of Rural Development has sanctioned projects to Tripura and Odisha States under the connectivity component of Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN).
Tripura: CM Manik Saha inagurates Bipul Kanti Saha State Art and Craft Festival
Agartala, April 5: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha inaugurated the Bipul Kanti Saha State Art and Craft Festival on Saturday at the Government Art and Craft College in Agartala.
Centre announces major infrastructure boost for Tripura and Odisha under PM-JANMAN
New Delhi, April 5: In a significant step towards strengthening rural connectivity and boosting economic growth, the Ministry of Rural Development has sanctioned several road and bridge projects for Tripura and Odisha under the Connectivity component of the Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan (PM-JANMAN), the Ministry said in a release on Saturday.
Tripura Govt working to preserve indigenous culture, tradition: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 5: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Friday said that the present state government has been working to preserve the culture and tradition of the indigenous people.
Tripura govt may file FIR against 34 students for submitting fake certificates to get scholarship
Agartala, April 3: The Tripura government has been contemplating filing FIR against 34 tribal students who submitted false income certificates to get post-matric scholarship, an official said here on Thursday.
Tripura CM Manik Saha lays foundation stone for new Civil Hospital in Agartala
Agartala, April 4: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said that the state government has prioritized providing quality health services to the people and is taking various important steps to improve the public health system.
Tripura prioritizing sports development with major investments: CM Manik Saha
Agartala, April 4: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said the state government is continuously making efforts to take the state forward through the development of sports.
Tripura CM stresses promoting NE states' potential to attract investment
Agartala, April 2: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the development of the communication process and system has generated a lot of investment potential, and therefore, more emphasis should be placed on promotion to attract investors in all the northeastern states.
Tripura CM Manik Saha stresses promotion to boost investment in state
New Delhi, April 3: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the development of the state's communication system has created a lot of investment potential, and therefore, more emphasis should be placed on promotion to attract investors.
Tripura has 94,723 Lakhpati Didis; 93,425 women to get similar status soon: Minister
Agartala, April 2: Among the 4,75,582 Self Help Group (SHGs) members in Tripura, 94,723 women emerged as 'Lakhpati Didis' through their engagement in various enterprising units and 93,425 more women would be 'Lakhpati Didis' soon, Social Welfare and Labour Minister Tinku Roy said.