Tripura - The Purbottar

27 May

Scindia Rolls Out ₹236 Crore ‘Mission Queen Pineapple’ to Turn Tripura’s GI-Tagged Fruit into Global Brand

Preeti SinghTripura

Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M. Scindia and Tripura Chief Minister Prof. (Dr) Manik Saha on Friday jointly launched “Mission Queen Pineapple”, a ₹236 crore convergence-driven programme to boost cultivation, processing, and global marketing of Tripura’s GI-tagged Queen Pineapple. The three-year mission will run from Q2 FY2026 to Q4 FY2028 and aims to build a complete value chain around the state’s unique fruit. Anchored by MDoNER, the initiative brings together schemes and support from the Ministries of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Food Processing Industries, Commerce, MSME, APEDA, DPIIT, ICAR, CSIR, TRIFED, NERAMAC, and the Tripura government.…

22 May

World Bank-Funded TRESP Emerges as a Flagship Growth Engine for Tripura’s ADC Areas

nanika EditorTripura

The Tripura government is aggressively pushing to transform the rural economy and empower tribal communities through the Tripura Rural Economic Growth and Service Delivery Project (TRESP). Speaking at a state-level workshop and kit distribution programme at Pragna Bhavan on Thursday, Animal Resource Development, Fisheries, and SC Welfare Minister Sudhangshu Das unveiled the department’s new logo and re-emphasized the government's commitment to making rural women self-reliant. Launched two years ago with funding assistance from the World Bank under an 80:20 pattern, TRESP has fast become a flagship development initiative, particularly within the Autonomous District Council (ADC) areas. The project strategically targets…

21 Feb

International Mother Language Day Observed at Bangladesh Assistant High Commissions in Guwahati and Agartala

Sonakshi SarkarAssam, Tripura

International Mother Language Day was observed today at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commissions in Guwahati and Agartala through various programmes marking the significance of February 21. In Guwahati, the observance began at 10 am with the laying of wreaths at the Shaheed Minar. Assistant High Commissioner Zikrul Hasan Fahad paid floral tributes to the martyrs. This was followed by the singing of Ekushey February songs in chorus. In the afternoon, a discussion on International Mother Language Day and an Iftar gathering will be organised. The programme will included the reading of messages from the President and Prime Minister of Bangladesh,…

23 Dec

Tension in Tripura’s Baramura Hills as Surrendered NLFT Faction Blocks Assam–Agartala Highway

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tension flared in Tripura’s Baramura Hills late on Sunday night after members of a surrendered faction of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) blocked the Assam–Agartala National Highway, alleging that the government had failed to fulfil long-pending demands promised under their surrender agreement. According to the group, several assurances made by the government at the time of their surrender remain unimplemented despite repeated representations to the administration. Left with no alternative, they said, they resorted to blocking the national highway to draw attention to their grievances. The blockade caused severe inconvenience to the public, with the movement of both…

30 Aug

The National Energy Efficiency Rankings showcase Tripura and Assam

Banasree SarkarAssam, Tripura

The index assesses the energy efficiency performance of all 36 states and Union Territories for the fiscal year 2023–2024. It was created by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in collaboration with the Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE). Assam and Tripura, which consume between 1 and 5 million tonnes of oil equivalent (MToE) and less than 1 MToE, respectively, were notable for their strong adoption of sustainable energy measures. Officials credited continuous policy execution and focused activity in important sectors for their good rankings. Akash Tripathi, IAS, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Power and Director General of…

01 Apr

Pradyot pledges to secure future for indigenous people

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Tipra Motha Party (TMP) founder Pradyot Kishore Manikya Debbarma has reiterated that his party’s alliance with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Tripura will not deter him from advocating for the rights of the indigenous people. Addressing a large gathering at Nepaltilla village under Karamcherra Assembly Constituency in Dhalai District, Pradyot made it clear that the Tiprasa community’s interests remain his top priority. “We have aligned with BJP, but that does not mean we will remain silent. Tipra Motha is still on the ground, raising its voice for the indigenous people. We continue to highlight issues inside the Assembly…

10 Jan

Tripura: Assam Rifles destroy over 16 hectares of ganja plantation in Sonamura

editorTripura

Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with Police and Tripura Forest Service, have destroyed large areas of ganja plantation spread over 16.2 hectares in the general area in Boxanagar Forest Range under Sonamura sub-division here.The operation led to the eradication of 16,500 cannabis plants, valued at approximately Rs 70 lakh, said Assam Rifles in a press release issued on Thursday. The initiative was part of a broader mission to eliminate illicit activities and promote a drug-free environment in the region. The joint operation received significant support from the local administration and reaffirmed the importance of collective action in addressing such…

21 Oct

Sikkim hosts inaugural Northeast Chess Championship at Janata Bhawan

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Northeast Team Chess Championship 2024 commenced at Janata Bhawan in Gangtok, marking a significant event for the region's sports community. Sikkim's Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs, Raju Basnet, inaugurated the championship as the chief guest, accompanied by prominent figures, including Sikkim Olympic Association President Kuber Bhandari and Sikkim Chess Association General Secretary Mahendra Dhakal. In his opening address, Basnet praised the championship for uniting chess players from across the Northeastern states, calling it a step towards promoting sports and strengthening regional ties. He also emphasized the state government's efforts in supporting sports development. The tournament, a first for…

29 Aug

Tripura CM announces Rs 4,000 aid for flood-hit construction workers

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

To support those affected by the recent devastating floods, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha has declared a one-time financial aid of Rs 4,000 for construction workers who have been unable to earn due to the natural disaster. The announcement, made via Facebook, outlines that this aid is intended to alleviate the financial burden endured by workers whose livelihoods have been disrupted since the floods began on August 19. The severe flooding has impacted Tripura for approximately eight days, creating substantial economic hardships. Dr. Saha emphasized the plight of the construction workers, acknowledging their struggle amid the widespread devastation.…

28 Aug

Assam Rifles seize Rs 19 crore worth of yaba tablets in Tripura, detain suspect

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

The Assam Rifles seized 120,000 Yaba tablets valued at Rs 19.2 crore in Salbagan, Agartala, on August 27. The operation also led to the detention of an individual and the seizure of a Bolero vehicle. According to Assam Rifles, the successful operation was launched based on credible intelligence. The seized drugs, along with the detained individual and the vehicle, have been handed over to the Tripura Police for further investigation and legal action. The operation highlights Assam Rifles' ongoing commitment to combating drug trafficking and illegal smuggling, even amidst their critical involvement in flood relief and rehabilitation efforts in Tripura.…