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Tripura CM announces Rs 1.50 crore for Ayurvedic medicines, plans college

Tripura CM Manik Saha further emphasized that 'health is wealth, and if health is not good, we cannot utilize human resources effectively'

Tripura CM slams CPI(M) and Congress for neglecting state culture

Tripura CM slams CPI(M) and Congress for neglecting state culture Through words, you can reach people. You are in a very important place as an artist,"

Tripura considers extending CM's rubber mission for five more years

Buoyed by the successful implementation of the 'Chief Minister's Rubber Mission' in Tripura, the state government is contemplating extending the programme for another five years, an official said on Sunday. The livelihood generation initiative, launched in 2021-22, is set to be completed by 2025-25. A total of 56,400 families have been brought under the programme, while rubber plantation was carried out across 46,086 hectares of land during the first four years of the mission, he said. The Automated Tyre Manufacturers' Association (ATMA) supplied saplings to the selected beneficiaries free of cost, and the Tripura Welfare Department extended additional assistance such as encompassing fencing and providing fertiliser, the official said. Under the programme, the Rubber Board ensured quality supply of plants, pre-plantation and post-plantation training in different districts, he said. "The mission has become very popular among the tribals living in hilly regions, Director of Tribal .

Tripura govt inks Rs 692 cr MoU to boost tourism through ropeway projects

Chief Minister highlighted that the tourism industry is one of the key sectors driving economic growth in the country and the state

Fully committed to welfare of Janajati community in state: Tripura CM Saha

A mega blood donation camp led by CM Manik Saha was also organised by the Maharani Tulsibati Welfare Trust

Three-Tier panchayat system is backbone of development: Tripura CM

He also urged all members to work towards ensuring a transparent administration.

Tripura CM announces Rs 564 crore package for flood-affected areas

CM Saha said that Members of this Assembly are aware that the recent floods in the state have caused extensive damage

20,000 govt jobs given in last three years: Tripura minister Tinku Roy

Tripura Labour Minister Tinku Roy on Thursday claimed that 20,000 people have been recruited in various government departments in the last three years. During a discussion on the unemployment issue initiated by Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman, the minister said 20,000 people have been recruited in different categories -- regular scale, contractual and fixed pay -- in the government sector in the last three years. The minister said the process has already begun to fill up 20,000 more posts in various government departments. He claimed that the number of registered unemployed youths has reduced from 7,41,305 on March 31, 2018 to 3,09,882 on March 31, 2024. "It is not true that job aspirants are frustrated... The number of registered unemployed across the state has reduced by almost double from 2018 to 2024 due to all-out efforts to address the issue," he said. Earlier, Roy Barman attacked the BJP-led government, saying, "The number of unemployed engineers stood at 1,800 while there ha

Tripura's CM Saha announces additional Rs 10 cr for flood-affected people

In response to Chief Minister Manik Saha's call, financial aid is being deposited into the relief fund daily, reflecting a strong humanitarian response from the community

Tripura floods: Two killed during rescue; Rahul, CM Saha condole deaths

With the fresh fatalities, the toll in the state due to the floods rose to 26, while 128,000 people have been rendered homeless in the worst deluge in the northeastern state in the last three decades

Centre approves release of Rs 40 cr to Tripura as flood relief: Amit Shah

The Centre has approved the release of Rs 40 crore for flood-hit Tripura, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Friday. Shah said 11 teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), three columns of the Army and four helicopters of the Indian Air Force have been deployed by the Centre for assisting the state government in flood relief and rescue operations. "Given the flood situation in Tripura, the central govt, under the leadership of Modi Ji, has approved the release of 40 crore in advance, as the central share from SDRF (State Disaster Response Fund), to provide relief to the affected people," he wrote on 'X'. The home minister said no matter what, "our sisters and brothers in Tripura will find the Modi govt standing shoulder-to-shoulder with them to battle these difficult times". Shah on Thursday called up Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha to take stock of the flood situation in the state and assured him of all assistance from the Centre. At least 22 people have died an

Tripura CM visits flood affected areas, Army evacuates 330 civilians

Amid the flooding in several parts of Tripura, the Indian Army on Thursday rescued over 330 civilians during extensive Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations, informed Indian Army.As part of operation 'Jal Rahat', two columns from the 18 Assam Rifles, operating under the command of HQ 21 Sector Assam Rifles and IGAR (East), have been deployed across the flood-affected areas of Amarpur, Bhampur, Bishalgarh, and Ramnagar in the state, the Indian army said.The Indian Army also provided medical aid to seven civilians, addressing urgent health concerns amidst challenging conditions.Meanwhile, on Friday CM Manik Saha visited the flood-affected areas of Udaipur, Gomati district, which have been severely damaged due to heavy rains."Reaching out to flood-affected areas by Chopper, assessing damage & ensuring aid reaches those in need. Constantly reviewing flood situation in Agartala & Udaipur, working to mitigate impact & support affected people," the ..

NDRF teams arrive in Tripura with relief materials, equipment: CM Saha

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday said NDRF teams along with relief materials and disaster management equipment have arrived to assist the state government in flood relief operations. At least 10 people were killed and one was missing in landslides and flood-related incidents in Tripura since Sunday. Over 32,000 people have taken shelter in 330 relief camps due to heavy rainfall. The entire state government machinery has been working round the clock to tackle the unprecedented natural calamity, he said. "NDRF team along with relief materials arrives in Tripura. Relief materials & disaster management equipment have landed at Maharaja Bir Bikram Manikya Bahadur Airport, Agartala & are being swiftly dispatched to flood-affected areas. Bringing hope & aid to those in need," Saha posted on Facebook. "Spoke to Hon'ble Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji on the current grim flood situation in the state. He informed that a total of eleven NDRF teams would be sent to ...

Amit Shah speaks to Tripura CM, takes stock of flood situation, assures aid

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday called up Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha to take stock of the flood situation in the state and assured him of all assistance from the Centre. Shah also said the Central government is rushing teams of the National Disaster Response Force as well as boats and helicopters to the state to assist the local government in relief and rescue operations. "Spoke with CM Tripura, @DrManikSaha2 Ji, and took stock of the flood situation in the state. The Centre is rushing teams of NDRF, apart from boats and helicopters to the state to assist the local government in relief and rescue operations," he wrote on 'X'. Assuring the chief minister of all possible assistance as and when required, the Union home minister said the Narendra Modi government firmly stands with "our sisters and brothers in Tripura during this hour of crisis". At least 10 people were killed and one was missing in landslides and flood-related incidents in Tripura since Sunday. Over ..

Hundreds displaced by floods in Tripura's Belonia, relief efforts underway

According to the district authorities, at least 13 relief camps have been set up following the flood situation, and in Amjad City alone, 300 families have been displaced

Retired judge Bibhas Kanti Kilikdar takes oath as Tripura Lokayukta

Dr Bibhas Kanti Kilikdar was appointed as the Lokayukta on July 9 and will hold office for a term of three years succeeding K N Bhattacharya

Govt dedicated to working for overall welfare of society: Tripura CM

Saha reiterated that the government is committed to serving the people

Tripura CM urges security agencies to intensify vigil along Bangla border

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday requested security agencies to intensify vigil along the international border due to the ongoing political turmoil in Bangladesh. Bangladesh plunged into uncertainty after extraordinary street protests over job quota forced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to quit and flee. Saha said he was in touch with Delhi and held a meeting with the Chief Secretary, DGP, Assam Rifles, and BSF on Monday to discuss the situation. "We are keeping a close eye on the situation in Bangladesh. I have been in touch with Delhi constantly. I held a meeting with the Chief Secretary, DGP, Assam Rifles and BSF. I asked them to intensify vigil along the border. We will take steps based on instructions from Delhi", he told the reporters on the sideline of a government programme here. The CM also emphasised the importance of coordination among security forces and instructed them to prevent any crossings from Bangladesh into Tripura. "The security agencies were instruc

Tipra Motha minister unhappy with portfolios, to take it up with Shah

Tipra Motha leader Animesh Debbarma, who became a minister in the BJP-led government in Tripura ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, said he was unhappy with the portfolios allotted to him and was looking to take up the issue with Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Speaking to reporters, Debbarma said he has already raised the issue with Chief Minister Manik Saha. "I am not happy with the departments allocated to me. The Forest Department is okay, but Printing & Stationery and Science & Technology excluding TREDA... I am not happy. I met the CM a few days back and urged him to allocate some important departments so that I could help the rural people. There is nothing to hide," he said on Tuesday. Debbarma said he would soon visit Delhi to meet Shah and congratulate him for assuming the charge of the Ministry of Home Affairs again, and take up the issue with him. "I have been in politics for the last 22 years. Many MLAs get many things even after completing only five years in politics. ...

Tripura govt working on arrangement to bring fuel, goods via B'desh: Min

The Tripura government has been working on an arrangement to strengthen the supply of fuel and essential goods via Bangladesh, a minister said. The alternative arrangement to bring fuel and goods to Tripura will bypass rail links through Assam and the national highway connecting the state's capital Agartala with the neighbouring state, he said. Notably, the northeastern state had faced a severe fuel crisis after the derailment of a goods train in Assam's Jatinga. Disruption of traffic movement on the AssamAgartala highway, considered a lifeline for Tripura, and through the rail links connecting the neighbouring state due to landslides during the monsoon season is common. "In view of the recent disruption in the railway network in Assam's Jatinga, we are working on alternative arrangements to ensure a seamless supply of fuel and goods via Bangladesh. The Agartala-Gangasagar (Bangladesh) rail tracks will be ready for goods transportation in the next six months to one year. Once the .