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  Rally Dedicated to Brave Indian Soldiers Fighting Pakistani Terrorists Agartala, May 9, 2025 : The Tripura Pradesh Congress, through its Ex- Servicemen Department, organised a “ Jai Hind Yatra” in Agartala on Thursday, paying tribute to the Indian soldiers who are engaged in battling Pakistani terrorists. The rally began from Congress Bhavan and passed through various parts of the city, drawing participation from hundreds of party workers and supporters. Senior Congress leaders, including Sudip Roy Barman and Ashish Kumar Saha, led the yatra, walking at the front and chanting patriotic slogans. Participants carried banners and placards bearing messages honouring the sacrifices and bravery of Indian soldiers. The atmosphere was charged with nationalistic fervour as the yatra made its way through key city areas. Speaking to reporters, Sudip Roy Barman said, “ This yatra is our humble tribute to the courage and sacrifice of our armed forces. The nation stands united against ter...

  Kailashahar, May 9: In a heartwarming initiative blending recreation and culture, the Lions Club of Kailashahar today unveiled the ‘ Lions Amusement Park’ for public enjoyment. The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of Hon’ble Minister Tinku Roy , who also participated in the Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti celebrations organised on the same occasion. Addressing the gathering, Minister Roy expressed his deep appreciation for the dual initiative. “ This project reflects a noble vision— creating a joyful space for all while honouring the legacy of a great poet- philosopher,” he said. He added that the amusement park would serve as a joyful retreat for children and families, while the tribute to Tagore would continue to inspire cultural awareness among the people. The programme began with tributes to Kaviguru Rabindranath Tagore on his birth anniversary. Local students and cultural groups presented songs, recitations, and dance performances based on Tagore’s work, add...

  Lauds Red Cross Volunteers for Lifelong Commitment to Humanity Agartala, May 8 : Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha virtually inaugurated the district- level blood donation camp on the second day of the two- day- long programme organised by the Indian Red Cross Society, Tripura State Branch, to mark World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2025 . In his address, the Chief Minister praised the Indian Red Cross Society’s tireless service over the years through its humanitarian and social welfare initiatives. “ The Indian Red Cross Society has long been devoted to the cause of serving humanity— be it through disaster management, blood donation, anti- drug awareness, or extending relief to the distressed,” he said. The event commemorates the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross Movement and the first Nobel Peace Prize laureate. The Red Cross Day serves as a reminder of the principles of neutrality, impartiality, voluntary service, and humanity. Chi...

  Prabhari evaluates campaign impact; State leaders reaffirm commitment Agartala, May 8 : A key organisational meeting was held at the Bharatiya Janata Party’s state office in Agartala on Thursday under the leadership of Dr. Rajdeep Roy, BJP National Prabhari for Tripura. The purpose of the meeting was to review the party's ongoing nationwide campaigns and their implementation in the state. Among the dignitaries present were Tripura BJP State President Rajib Bhattacharjee and General Secretary Bhagaban Das. The review focused on assessing outreach activities and refining strategy for maximum public engagement. Dr. Roy, addressing media after the meeting, stated, “ The campaigns being run by the BJP at a national level are critical, and Tripura is a vital part of that. As the in- charge of this state, it is my responsibility to oversee and guide these efforts.” The campaigns under review include the drive for ‘ One Nation, One Election’, proposed amendments to the Waqf Act to en...

 Agartala, May 8: The Indian Red Cross Society’s Tripura State Branch celebrated ‘World Red Cross Day 2025’ with a meaningful event and a blood donation camp at its headquarters in Agartala on Wednesday morning. The programme was inaugurated by Tripura Governor and President of the State Red Cross Branch, Shri Indra Sena Reddy Nallu. Commemorating the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross Movement and the first Nobel Peace Prize recipient, the event drew enthusiastic participation from students, Red Cross volunteers, NCC cadets, medical personnel, and citizens. In his address, Governor Reddy reflected on the core principles of the Red Cross—humanity, impartiality, neutrality, voluntary service, unity, and universality. “The Red Cross embodies relief and hope. Its volunteers are the real heroes in times of need, whether during health crises or natural disasters,” he said. He lauded the efforts of the Tripura Red Cross Society in its continuous humanitarian ...

Agartala, May 7: In a significant step towards transforming the educational landscape in Tripura, Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday said that the "Saharsh" curriculum aims to offer children a joyful, pressure-free learning experience. The statement was made during the inaugural event of Saharsh Utsav 2025 , held at Rabindra Shatabarshiki Bhawan in Agartala. Dr. Saha, who also holds the Education portfolio, said the Saharsh curriculum, developed jointly by NCERT and SCERT, is the first of its kind in Northeast India. "This initiative seeks to move beyond textbook-based education by creating an environment where children can learn with happiness and enthusiasm," he stated. “The objective is not merely academic excellence but also emotional and intellectual development,” he noted. He said that the curriculum has been carefully designed to align with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which also advocates for stress-free learning and creative thinkin...

  Mock exercise held across all eight districts; public urged not to panic Agartala, May 7: In a coordinated effort to assess and enhance emergency preparedness, a large- scale civil defence mock drill was conducted across all eight districts of Tripura at 3: 30 PM on Tuesday. The initiative was part of a nationwide emergency preparedness exercise aimed at testing the effectiveness of disaster response systems in the event of natural disasters, enemy attacks, and other crises. In the capital city of Agartala, the mock drill took place at Umakanta School , under the supervision of the District Administration of West Tripura , in collaboration with various state- level emergency response units. The exercise was led by the Disaster Management Authority and the Civil Defence Corps , with active participation from the Tripura State Rifles ( TSR) , Home Guards , NCC cadets , Apada Mitra volunteers , medical teams , and Tripura Fire & Emergency Services . Police personnel, admi...

  Foundation Stone Laid for ₹ 67 Crore Tourism Infrastructure Project in Amarpur Agartala, May 6: Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Tuesday announced the state government's intent to deploy newly recruited Special Executives as tourist police, with the aim of strengthening safety, security, and visitor assistance at major tourism locations. The move, expected to enhance the tourist experience and promote the state's tourism sector, awaits the final publication of a list comprising 6,067 selected Special Executives. Dr. Saha made the announcement while laying the foundation stone of a ₹ 67 crore tourism infrastructure project, funded by the Asian Development Bank ( ADB), at Amarpur in the Gomati district. The project includes developments at prominent tourist destinations such as Chabimura, Fatik Sagar, and Amar Sagar. “ Tripura has immense potential in the tourism sector,” said the Chief Minister, referring to major attractions like Neermahal, Dumboor Lake, and sever...