India on Tuesday reaffirmed its stance on resolving boundary issues with Nepal strictly through bilateral mechanisms, following remarks by Nepal’s Prime Minister Balen Shah suggesting external involvement. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasized that there is “no role for any third party” in matters concerning the two neighbours. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that […]
The economic future of Tripura is quietly being rewritten, not in corporate boardrooms, but in the courtyard meetings of rural Self-Help Groups (SHGs). For generations, the contribution of rural women to the state’s economy was immense but largely invisible—relegated to unpaid agricultural labor and domestic care. Today, a structural shift is underway. By organizing into
For decades, geographic isolation was treated as an unalterable reality for Tripura. Encircled on three sides by international borders, the state’s economic narrative was frequently dictated by its distance from major mainland Indian markets. However, the completion of critical transit corridors—most notably the Maitri Setu over the Feni River and the expansion of Indo-Bangla railway
The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Oman officially came into effect on Monday, marking a major milestone in bilateral trade. The landmark free trade agreement unlocks immediate duty-free market access for 99.38% of Indian exports to Oman by value, covering 98.08% of Oman’s total tariff lines. Key Indian sectors set to benefit
Tripura is in a phase where steady, long‑term development matters more than political noise. Across the state — from the hills to the plains — people are looking for continuity, cooperation, and practical solutions to everyday challenges. Whether it is improving rural connectivity, strengthening healthcare, or creating opportunities for the youth, progress depends on consistent
Chakmaghat: Infrastructure projects built at the cost of crores of rupees have turned into symbols of administrative apathy here on the banks of the Khowai River. Both the newly built Chakmaghat Boat Ghat and the adjacent Mungiakami Range Forest Beat Office lie completely abandoned, triggering widespread public anger over the gross wastage of taxpayers’ money.
Agartala: In a significant move toward strengthening rural veterinary care, a certificate distribution ceremony was held at Pragya Bhavan today for students who successfully completed a one-year training program in Minor Veterinary Services. The initiative was organized by the Koushik Seva Foundation in collaboration with the Animal Resource Development Department (ARDD). The Minister for Animal
Binpara:In a major boost to the state’s livestock health, the Minister for Animal Resource Development, Sudhangshu Das, officially inaugurated the fifth phase of the state-wide Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccination campaign for cattle today. The launch event was held in the Binpara Gram Panchayat area, drawing local farmers and officials. Key dignitaries, including Panchayat Samiti Vice-Chairman
Agartala: Tensions flared at the Agartala Tripura Urban Development Authority (TUDA) office on Monday as members of the All Tripura Light House Project Beneficiaries Association staged a massive protest and submitted a deputation over prolonged delays and alleged financial irregularities. According to the beneficiaries, the centrally sponsored Light House Project—designed to provide affordable housing to
AGARTALA: The Tripura Veterinary Doctors’ Association (TVDA) hosted its 56th Annual General Body Meeting at a premier private hotel in Agartala. The event brought together top state officials and veterinary professionals to deliberate on the development of the animal resources sector. The conference was officially inaugurated by the Minister for Animal Resources Development, Fisheries, and
