Agartala: August 22. Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday criticized certain Congress leaders, terming them as 'dramatists,' and said that they have entered politics solely for their personal gain. Addressing state level workshop on IT and Social Media at Sahid Bhagar Singh Yuva Awas in Agartala, Dr. Saha said that ahead of the …
Trial run on Akhaura-Agartala rail line soon
Tripura is going to be connected with Bangladesh by rail. As a result communication with Kolkata will be easier. The much desired Akhaura-Agartala dual-gauge railway is going to be launched. Notably, all preparations have been made for the experimental railway movement. The project officials said that the work of Akhaura-Agartala railway project has already been …
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Dr Saha Emphasizes Vital Role of IT and Social Media in promoting PM’s welfare work
Agartala: August 22. Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday criticized certain Congress leaders, terming them as 'dramatists,' and said that they have entered politics solely for their personal gain. Addressing state level workshop on IT and Social Media at Sahid Bhagar Singh Yuva Awas in Agartala, Dr. Saha said that ahead of the …
Tripura Police Officer Accused Of Torturing Wife: Removed From Post; FIR Filed
In a troubling development, an Additional Superintendent of Tripura Police named Uttam Banik is facing severe allegations of domestic abuse and extortion lodged by his wife, Suparna Das. This distressing incident unfolded in the Sepahijala district, raising concerns within the law enforcement community. On Monday, Suparna Das courageously filed an official complaint against her husband …
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Tribal Welfare Minister attends distribution programme of Moveable food carts to ST beneficiaries; Says Govt wants employment for all
"The Tribal Welfare Department is implementing various schemes to make the unemployed tribal youth self-reliant. The government has given priority to the welfare and overall development of the people of the tribal sections of the state." Tribal Welfare Minister Bikas Debbarma said this at the distribution ceremony of wheelbarrows under the Special Central Assistance to …
Birajit holds conference of Fishermen Congress in Agartala Press Club; says Tripura Congress not in a good condition
During a one-day workshop conducted by the Pradesh Congress Fishermen's Committee on Tuesday, MLA and former Pradesh Congress president Birajit Sinha said that the Pradesh Congress is not doing well. During the previous assembly elections, the absence of Congress candidates in 47 constituencies has resulted in disappointing electoral prospects for the party's candidates. During the …
More than 17 lakh saplings have been planted under the ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign
Under the 'Meri Maati Mera Desh' campaign, more than 17 lakh saplings have been planted so far. Apart from this, more than 25 thousand Amrit Vatikas have been made. This information was given by Smt. Meeta R. Lochan, Secretary, Department of Youth Affairs, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India in Bhopal. She …
14th Joint Group of Customs Meeting Between India and Bangladesh
The 14th Joint Group of Customs (JGC) meeting between India and Bangladesh was held on 21st and 22nd August, 2023 in New Delhi. The meeting was co-chaired by Member (Customs), Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, India and Member (Customs: Audit, Modernization and International Trade), National Board of Revenue, Bangladesh. The India-Bangladesh Joint Group of Customs meetings …
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MoU signed between Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region and UNDP
On 22nd August, 2023, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) and UNDP, in the presence of Minister of State for Ministry of DoNER and Ministry of Cooperation, Shri B.L.Verma and UN Assistant Secretary-General & Director of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Bureau of External Relations and Advocacy (BERA), Ms Ulrika Modéer, entered into …
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Chandrayaan-3 landing at 6.04pm today: India eyes moon again
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today said, Chandrayaan-3 mission is attracting wider international collaborations for India. The Minister was speaking after a high-level Mauritius delegation led by Minister for Information Technology, Communication and Innovation (MITCI), Mr. Darsanand Deepak Balgobin called on …
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PM condoles loss of lives due to bridge mishap in Mizoram; Announces ex-gratia from PMNRF for the victims
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to bridge mishap in Mizoram. The Prime Minister also announced an ex-gratia from PMNRF of Rs. 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 for those injured. The Prime Minister’s Office posted on X; …
First ABDM Microsite under the 100 Microsites Project by National Health Authority launched in Aizawl, Mizoram
The National Health Authority (NHA) had announced 100 Microsites project for accelerated adoption of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) across the country. Mizoram becomes the first state in India to operationalize an ABDM Microsite in its capital city Aizawl. Under this, all healthcare facilities including the private clinics, small hospitals and labs in the region …
Priyanka likely to visit Manipur, Tripura soon
Senior Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman from Tripura said that Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, a prominent figure within the Congress party, is expected to visit the troubled regions of Manipur and Tripura. He confirmed, "I have already communicated with our leader, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. She has plans to visit both Manipur and Tripura in the near …
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Heroin worth ₹ 10 crore seized in Tripura, 3 arrested
In a remarkable demonstration of professional competence and integrity, SP (north) Bhanupada Chakraborty successfully apprehended a significant quantity of illegal heroin at the Churaibari naka point on Monday morning. According to police sources, the SDPO had received confidential information regarding a TATA Sumo vehicle transporting contraband heroin valued at Rs 10 crores through the Churaibari …
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CPIM didn’t approach us for campaigning: Sudip Roy Barman
Earlier on August 16, Tripura Congress Committee President Asish Kumar Saha stated that the party would refrain from nominating candidates to support the opposition and prevent weakening of the anti-BJP effort. Following this declaration, former minister and Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman on August 20 stated that the CPIM had not approached their party to …
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NHPC signs MoU with RITES, Ministry of Railways for construction of railway siding for Dibang Multipurpose Project, Arunachal Pradesh
NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower company, has signed an MoU with RITES, a Miniratna Schedule 'A' Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, for construction of railway siding at Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh, for NHPC’s 2,880 MW Dibang Multi Purpose Project. The strategic partnership between NHPC and RITES complements the expertise of both organizations. Leveraging its core strength, RITES, …
Principal Secretary to Prime Minister chairs high level meeting to review current status and preparedness for COVID-19
In view of the recent reports of detection of certain newer variants of SARS-CoV-2 virus reported globally, Dr. P.K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to Hon’ble Prime Minister chaired a high-level meeting to review the global and national COVID-19 situation, newer variants in circulation and their public health impact. The meeting was attended by Dr. Vinod Paul, …
Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North Eastern Region (PM-DevINE)-issue of revised guidelines
The Government's fully funded PM-DevINE scheme, announced in the 2022-23 Union Budget, supports North-East infrastructure and social projects aligned with PM GatiShakti, generating youth and women's livelihoods while addressing sector gaps. Union Cabinet approved the scheme on 12.10.2022. Revised guidelines are essential due to restructuring MDoNER's schemes and aligning with recent Department of Expenditure directives. …
Chandrayaan-3 Mission: Chandrayaan-3 is set to land on the moon on August 23, 2023, around 18:04 Hrs
Chairman, ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) and Secretary, Department of Space, Dr S. Somnath called on the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in New Delhi today and apprised him of the status and readiness of Chandrayaan-3 for the …
Vice President lauds selfless dedication of healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
The Vice President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar today lauded the contribution and selfless dedication of our healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. He said that our doctors, nurses and paramedical staff vindicated our civilisational ethos and came to our rescue even while risking their own lives. Addressing the 48th Convocation of All India Institute of Medical Sciences …
