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11 March 2024: Kailas Shahar : The prestigious Tripura Handloom Expo 2024-25 was formally inaugurated today at the ITI Complex ground in Kailashahar. Organized by the Department of Handloom, Handicrafts & Sericulture, Government of Tripura, with financial backing from the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, the event commenced with the traditional lamp-lighting ceremony performed by Minister for Social Welfare and Sports, Shri Tinku Roy. The exhibition serves as a vital platform for showcasing Tripura's rich cultural heritage in handloom, handicrafts, and sericulture. Local artisans and weavers have been provided with a unique opportunity to display their exceptional craftsmanship, connect with potential buyers, and expand their market reach beyond traditional boundaries. In his inaugural address, Minister Tinku Roy emphasized the government's unwavering commitment to empowering local weavers and artisans. He highlighted how initiatives like this expo are instrumenta...

  Agartala, March 11: In a significant step towards promoting agro-based industries, Minister Ratanlal Nath inaugurated the ‘Madhubaner Madhu’ brand at the Haflongchhara Agriculture Office premises under Dharmanagar Subdivision on March 10. The initiative marks the collaborative effort of 32 enterprising youth and housewives, supported by the Agriculture Department, to establish a new brand aimed at fostering self-reliance and economic growth in the region. The event was attended by Yuvrajnagar Block BDO Debapriya Das, former MLA Molina Debnath, officials from the Agriculture Department, and other dignitaries. The launch was widely applauded, with attendees expressing optimism about the future prospects of the entrepreneurs and their contribution to the local economy. In his address, Minister Ratanlal Nath emphasized the government’s commitment to empowering individuals and promoting self-reliance. He praised the efforts of the 32 entrepreneurs who worked tirelessly to develop the ...

Agartala, March 11: The 54th National Safety Day and National Safety Week were observed on Monday, with a series of programs held at the Udyog Bhawan in Bodhjungnagar. The focus of this year’s observance was on ensuring the safety of workers in factories and promoting awareness about workplace safety. Every year, National Safety Day is celebrated on March 4, followed by National Safety Week from March 4 to March 10, through various initiatives. This year, the National Safety Week emphasized awareness campaigns and discussions on creating a safe working environment in factories.  A seminar titled "Role of Management, Workers, and Safety Laws in Ensuring Safe Working Conditions" was held on Monday at the Udyog Bhawan in Bodhjungnagar Industrial Estate. The event was jointly organized by the Factories and Boilers Organisation, Tripura, and the Tripura Industry Owners’ Association. Speaking at the event, Minister Tinku Roy highlighted the growing number of factories in the state ...

  Agartala, Mar 10: The state government’s plan to construct a primary health center within the premises of the Fourteen Gods temple has sparked concerns among the Tripura community. Former Tipra Motha chief and MDC Pradyot Kishore Debbarman recently visited the temple and pointed out the lack of communication from the government regarding the project. He stressed the need to inform the Tripura community about any development activities near the temple to avoid misunderstandings. Shri Debbarman revealed that several issues have arisen regarding the proposed health center. To address these concerns, he held discussions with MLA Ratan Chakraborty, Secretary Kiran Gitte, and other officials. He described the meeting as a positive step toward resolving the matter and mentioned that another meeting with MLAs and Samajpatis (community leaders) is scheduled in the coming weeks. Emphasizing the cultural and historical significance of the Fourteen Gods temple, Shri Debbarman highlighted the...

Agartala, Mar 10: Former Chief Minister of Tripura and Member of Parliament, Biplab Kumar Deb, lauded the central government for presenting a visionary budget under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. Speaking to the media after the conclusion of the first phase of the budget session in Parliament, Deb highlighted the government’s commitment to addressing regional challenges, particularly in Manipur. Deb revealed that the central government would soon present a specific budget for Manipur, following the imposition of President’s Rule in the state. He emphasized that the government has taken this matter seriously and has prepared the budget with careful consideration. Deb expressed optimism that the budget would bring positive change and development to Manipur, extending his best wishes to the people of the state. The former Chief Minister also underscored the central government’s efforts to restore peace and stability in Manipur. He s...