Tripura

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Tripura farmer champions organic agriculture in her tribal village

Hailing from a farming family, Hanna Debbarma is set on making the farmers in her tribal village understand the benefits of nutrition gardens and organic farming. Her advocacy is transforming many households.

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How a pungent delicacy is supporting Tripura’s indigenous community

Fermented fish business not only sustains indigenous livelihoods but also plays a vital role in meeting the high demand for fish products in Tripura, underscoring its significance in the state’s economy and culinary heritage.

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How bamboo farming is transforming lives in Tripura

In West Tripura district, a quiet revolution is taking root as farmers embrace bamboo cultivation under the state’s Bamboo Mission, redefining livelihoods and fostering sustainability.

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Display of India-Bangladesh friendship at Tripura’s Akhaura post

Akhaura, 10 km from Agartala, serves as a vital land port connecting India and Bangladesh. A zero line, marked near Agartala-Akhaura check post, symbolises camaraderie. On Bangladesh's Victory Day, guards exchange greetings, sweets, and flowers.

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8 rural women who got the Padma Shri this year

From training elephants to healing people with herbal medicines, these heart-driven Padma Shri recipients of 2024 are raising the bar in social impact, and establishing a legacy through their contributions.

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In Tripura, balladeers of snake goddess battle drug crisis with music

This music band in Jolaibari village of Tripura revives near-obsolete folk performance of Manasamangal, dedicated to snake goddess Manasa, with a message – Don’t do drugs.