TRIPURAHERALD

Tripura’s young chess prodigy Arshiya Das shines again, this time Arshiya Das has won the team gold medal in classic event U-18 girls category in the Western Asian Youth Chess Championship 2024 at Sri Lanka.

Arshiya is a student of Matrix Chess Academy run by chess coach and national level player of yesteryears Prasenjit Datta. Prasenjit Datta has conveyed his best wishes to his student Arshiya and expressed the hope that she will perform well in the coming days.

Arishiya is the only daughter of Purnendu Das and his wife Arnisha Das.

Homeopathy has a unique role in medical science said Governor of Tripura Indra Sena Reddy Nallu while addressing in AAROHAN 2024 Homeopathic National Conference conducted by Devs Homeopathic Medical College And Hospital as chief guest at Hyderabad.

Homeopathy has a unique role in medical science. Due to almost no side effects, homeopathy is becoming more acceptable to people in the treatment of various diseases. Many people are living a healthy life with the help of homeopathy treatment.He said adding that, now many complex diseases are being treated through homeopathy. Therefore, homeopathy treatment is very popular among people.

The governor also said that starting from children to senior citizens, this method of treatment has received enough response in the society as it is possible to solve various diseases through homeopathy.

Dev Homeopathy Medical College and Hospital Principal Dr. Mari Ramidid Guru, eminent doctor Dr. LK Nanda, Dr. Chandrasekhar Rao, Dr. T Murali, Dr. Raful Borkar, Dr. RK Mohan and others were  also present.

Tripura’s century-old traditional Kharchi Puja commenced at Chaturdash Devata Temple, Khayerpur on Sunday. Tripura has a glorious history of art and culture. This traditional art and culture of the state is in no way less than the culture of any other state in the country. Our society and culture will be more prosperous only if we can carry this tradition forward by the hands of the next generation, said Chief Minister Prof. (Dr) Manik Saha after inaugurating the 7-day long traditional Kharchi Puja Festival at Chaturdash Devata Temple, Khayerpur on Sunday.

Minister for Tourism Sushanta Chowdhury, chairman of organizing committee and MLA Ratan Chakraborty, MLA Rampada Jamatia, MLA Dipak Majumder and other dignitaries were present.

Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Dr Saha said that the culture of India is ancient and rich and hence to bring prosperity to the nation, it is required to handover the traditional art and culture of the country’s heritage to the younger and the next generation.

The Chief Minister said that the last day of the festival on July 20 is declared as a public holiday as this year’s Kharchi festival and exhibition started on a Sunday holiday. This initiative is for the pilgrims to enjoy the Kharchi Mela in a good manner, he said.

The chief minister said on the occasion that the main theme of this year’s Kharchi festival and exhibition is ‘green is the future’ which is very significant and relevant. Dr Saha mentioned about the planting of 5 lakhs trees in five minutes in Tripura and said that the tradition of being with nature and worshiping nature has come from the King’s rule in Tripura.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished the people of Tripura on the occasion. The Prime Minister wrote on X, “Wishing everyone, particularly the people of Tripura, on the occasion of Kharchi Puja! May the divine blessings of Chaturdash Devata always remain upon us, bringing joy and good health to all. May it also enrich everyone’s lives with prosperity and harmony.”

Home Minister Amit Shah also extended greetings. He wrote on X, “My heartfelt best wishes to our sisters and brothers in Tripura on the occasion of Kharchi Puja. May this festival of bonding with Mother Earth bring prosperity, happiness, and good health to everyone.”

The Situation is under Control in Gandatwisa right now and we are keeping watch to prevent any sort of incidents. A huge contingent of police has been deployed and the situation is under control, said Dhalai district magistrate Saju Waheed while speaking to our corrospondent over telephone.
The Mobile internet suspended in Dhalai District to prevent spreading of any sort of rumours after tension sparked between different communities over the death of a tribal youth at Gandatwisa. The Mobile internet services will be opened on July 14, said Dhalai district magistrate Saju Waheed.
Five days ago there was some altercation between two local boys in which one of the boys got injured and the injured boy passed away in GB Hospital in Agartala yesterday and after that there was tension in the area. We imposed Section 144 [Section 163 under Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)] in Ganda Twisa sub-division for 2-3 days starting yesterday and held peace meetings,” Sanju Waheed added.
Apart from yesterday’s incident in which several houses, shops were set on fire there is no further incident of tension in the area. Everything is under control. An Peace meeting was also held on Saturday morning. We have also opened shelter houses for families whose shops or houses were damaged, he said.
In a notification, Tripura home secretary PK Chakraborty said, it has been reported by the District Magistrate & Collector, Dhalal District that on 12th July, 2024 a kind of serious mob violence took place in Gandacharra Sub- Division where burning of shops were reported and messaging system like SMS and whatsApp and social media platform like Face Book, Twitter and You tube are likely to be used for the transmission of fake information like picture, images, videos and text that have the potential to incite violence in that case at a larger rate. In order to prevent misuse of the above mentioned media to disturb the peace and tranquillity of the entire State and for maintaining the Law & Order situation, the State promulgates this notification under the provision of Section 52 of the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885, to prohibit the following types of media from midnight of 12/07/2024 to till the next day of 13/07/2024 of 12:00 PM (midnight) throughout the Dhalai District, PK Chakraborty said in the notification.

Governor of Tripura Indra Sena Reddy Nallu on Wednesday attended the Dharma Mahasabha on the occasion of Ratha Yatra Festival organised by All India Sree Chaitanya Gaudiya Math at Sree Jagannath Jew Temple Agartala.Speaking on the occasion Governor of Tripura Indra Sena Reddy Nallu said Ratha Yatra is a joyous time when everyone comes together to celebrate. It serves as a reminder for all to follow the path of divinity. This auspicious event unites people in celebration. I pray to God for the welfare of the people of the state. He emphasized the importance of remembering the rich history of Jagannath Bari. “It is crucial for the new generation to remember and honor our heritage,” he stated.The significance of the Rath Yatra is immense for a person, who longs for spiritual merit and final liberation. Documented in Hindu sacred texts – Brahma Purana, Padma Purana, Skanda Purana and Kapila Samhita – it is believed that Subhadra, sister of Lord Jagannath, desired to travel to Puri. To fulfil her wish, Lord Jagannath, along with his elder brother Lord Balabhadra, left for Puri in a chariot with Devi Subhadra.

The College of Fisheries, CAU (Imphal) in association with the North East Society for Fisheries and Aquaculture (NESFA), India celebrated the 24th National Fish Farmers’ Day here in Agartala on Wednesday. This crucial day is celebrated in India in commemoration of the revolutionary “Induced Breeding Technology” developed by Dr. Hiralal Choudhury and Dr. K. H. Alikhuni on July 10, 1957, which went on to change the face of Indian aquaculture.Addressing on the occasion Dean of the college Prof. A. B. Patel, highlighted the significant contributions of the farmers towards the development of the fisheries sector as well as the role of the College of Fisheries in helping and supporting them.Vice-Chancellor of CAU (Imphal) Dr. Anupam Mishra, Director of Extension Education, Directorate of Extension Education, CAU, Imphal Prof. Dr. Ph. Ranjit Sharma, General Manager, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Tripura Anil S. Kotmire Vice-Chancellor, Techno India University Tripura Prof. Ratan Kumar Saha, Principal Scientist and Head, ICAR-Regional Center, Tripura Dr. Burhan U. Choudhury, Director, KalongKapili (NGO), Guwahati Assam Jyotish Talukdar were present.Around two hundred fish farmers joined the programme, and they interacted with the experts.

The Tripura State Election Commission (SEC) on Wednesday announced the panchayat election on August 8 in Tripura.Addressing a press conference, the State Election Commissioner (SEC) Saradindu Chowdhury said that the counting of the polls will be on August 12, and the election process will be completed on August 17 next.He informed that the notification will be issued on July 11. The last date for making nominations is July 18, the date for scrutiny will be July 19, and the last date for withdrawal of candidature is July 22, he told reporters.“We have 6,370 seats under 3,517 constituencies of 606 Gram Panchayats, 35 Panchayat Samities in which there are 423 constituencies and 423 seats, and 116 constituencies and seats under 8 Zila Parishads,” he said, adding that the total number of voters is 12,94,153, including 6,58,445 males, 6,35,597 females, and 11 others, and the total number of polling stations is 2,650. He further informed that the Commission had meetings with the District Election Officers and Returning Officers to ensure free, fair, and peaceful conduct of the poll.Regarding law and order, he said that the Commission had meetings with the Police Administration to review the maintenance of law and order and security arrangements during the poll.IG L Darlong, who was present at the press meet, said, “Adequate security arrangements will be made for the smooth and peaceful conduct of the General Election to Panchayats. We have held a meeting with the Director General of Police. Eighteen companies of CAPF will be used for law and order, and Tripura State Rifles will be deployed in polling stations,” he said.

The administration of the Tripura tribal Areas and Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) on Wednesday announced an ambitious TIPRA-HAM (Tripura Indigenous Peoples’ Livelihood Resource Assistance and Help For Advancement of Micro-Entrepreneurship) scheme to provide self-employment opportunities for the indigenous youths of the state.Under the TIPRA-HAM scheme, the beneficiaries will be getting a collateral-free low-interest loan for Electric Auto with a 20% subsidy from the TTAADC, said founder of the TTAADC’s ruling TIPRA Motha Pradyot Kishore Debbarma.Addressing a press conference here at Agartala, he said that the primary objective of the TTAADC administration is to encourage entrepreneurship-based livelihood. He said, “To make the system transparent, we are launching a portal today. Those who need auto loans, for which we are giving a subsidy, can apply on the portal of TIPRA HAM.”Applicants of the scheme must be permanent residents of a TTAADC area, of 21-45 years of age and should contribute 15 per cent of the total cost of the autorickshaws.“We have also thought of some schemes for buying vehicles for bringing veggies from villages to markets. Our job is to give people opportunities to earn more money and promote more entrepreneurship. That is why we started the policy,” he said, adding that charging points would be provided in each house and every zonal area for the electric autorickshaws.

Governor of Tripura Indrasena Reddy Nallu attended the Closing Ceremony of 7th National Zendokai Karate Championship on Sunday. Dipa Karmakar was also present on the occasion.The two day event organised by Assam Rifles in collaboration Tripura Zendokai Karate Association culminated with the Prize Distribution Ceremony at ARPS, Agartala.

A total of  161 participants including 108 boys and 53 girls from 10 states participated across various age groups demonstrating outstanding skill, determination and sportsmanship.

Governor of Tripura Indrasena Reddy Nallu presented Medals and Trophies to the winners. He encouraged the players to continue relentless pursuit of excellence in their sport and appealed to the audience to support and nurture the spirit of Zendokai Karate in society. Manipur emerged victorious in the Championship with 55 Gold medals.