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  Agartala, March 28 : The Tripura Legislative Assembly witnessed significant debates over land corruption allegations and efforts to register khas properties under the Waqf Board. The Minority Welfare Department revealed that the state government is working to register 919 khas properties under the Waqf Board. According to official data, Tripura has 1,899 Waqf properties, with 980 already registered, while 919 remain as khas properties. These include 602 mosques, 920 cemeteries, 55 Eidgahs, five dargahs, 47 pir shrines, 57 maktabs/madrasas, and 213 other properties like land and ponds. Historical surveys in 1960 and 1980 classified these properties as khas, but the government did not initiate their Waqf registration at the time. The current administration is now taking steps to correct this, while also addressing cases of illegal occupation through legal means under the Tripura Land Revenue Act. Meanwhile, Congress legislator Sudip Roy Barman stirred controversy by alleging a ...

On March 28, 2025, the Tripura government took an innovative step to enhance the state's tourism potential by launching speedboat and shikara boat services from the historic Ujjayanta Palace in Agartala. Tourism Minister Shri Sushant Chowdhury inaugurated the initiative, marking a significant milestone in Tripura’s tourism development strategy. This effort aims to provide visitors with unique experiences while exploring the state’s natural and cultural heritage.   Under this project, two 20-seater speedboats have been introduced for the culturally rich and scenic Chhabimura area, while shikara boats have been deployed at Lakshminarayan Dighi, Rudrasagar, and Narkel Kunj. These vessels are not just modes of transportation but also a refined way for tourists to immerse themselves in Tripura’s hidden natural treasures and cultural landmarks. The carefully selected water bodies—ranging from serene lakes to historically significant sites—ensure that every boat ride becomes a memora...