AGARTALA: A major protest rally was organized by four Left-backed student and youth organizations from Chhatra-Yuva Bhavan in Agartala. The rally condemned disruptions by alleged miscreants at a blood donation drive at DYFI State Secretary Nabarun Deb’s residence. It also protested the obstruction of the Independence Day flag-hoisting ceremony in Sonamura. Tripura 24.in covered the protests. The demonstration was jointly led by Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) and the Students’ Federation of India (SFI). Additionally, Tripura 24.in noted involvement of TYF and TSU. ​Key Issues & Protesters’ Demands

​AGARTALA: The state conference of the Tripura Shops and Establishment Workers Union was held at the CITU State Headquarters in Agartala. ​The conference brought together trade union representatives, shop floor workers, and commercial establishment employees from various districts to address key issues impacting worker rights, minimum wages, and job security across the state. ​Key Leaders Present ​Key Agenda & Resolutions

​AGARTALA: Former Chief Minister of Tripura and sitting Lok Sabha MP Biplab Kumar Deb held a press conference today, Sunday, August 16, 2026, at his residence in Om Apartment, Dhaleshwar. ​Addressing the media, the MP presented a detailed report on the 57 issues he raised during the recently concluded Parliament session, focusing on state infrastructure, highway repairs, MPLADS fund utilization, and upcoming tourism initiatives. ​Key Points Highlighted During the Press Conference

​AGARTALA: Strengthening local social infrastructure and health welfare, Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha inaugurated the newly constructed building of the Ramnagar Mukti Sangha club in Agartala. ​On the same occasion, the club organized a voluntary blood donation camp on its premises, drawing enthusiastic participation from local residents and youth donors. Key Leaders & Dignitaries Present ​Event Highlights & CM’s Speech

​AGARTALA: In a dedicated effort to support the education of underprivileged youth, the Umapada Burman & Anjali Burman Charitable Trust organized a special financial assistance distribution ceremony at Muktadhara Auditorium in Agartala. ​The event focused on providing one-time financial stipends to needy and academically outstanding students from across the state to help them pursue higher studies without financial constraints. ​Chief Guest & Dignitaries Present ​Key Highlights & Manik Sarkar’s Address

​AGARTALA: Marking a milestone in local community infrastructure and social service, the Naba Aikya Club located near Bapuji School Road in Bhattapukur, North Badharghat, celebrated its Golden Jubilee Year alongside the grand inauguration of its newly constructed permanent club building. ​Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha inaugurated the new facility as the Chief Guest, while also launching a voluntary blood donation camp and a mega health check-up camp organized on the club premises. Key Highlights & Chief Minister’s Address

​AGARTALA: Marking a significant milestone for the state’s personal care and beauty service sector, the Tripura Beauty Parlour & Makeup Artist Workers Association hosted its 1st State Convention at the Student Health Home premises in Agartala. ​The event brought together beauty professionals, makeup artists, and salon workers from various districts to discuss industry welfare, professional rights, and skill enhancement initiatives. ​Key Chief Guest & Leadership Present ​Key Highlights & Address

​AGARTALA: Joining nationwide celebrations, the main state-level function of the 80th Independence Day was held with immense enthusiasm, dignity, and patriotic fervor at the historic Assam Rifles Ground ( स्वामी Vivekananda Maidan / Vivekananda Stadium) in Agartala. ​Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha unfurled the National Flag (Tiranga) as the Chief Guest, inspected the combined parade, and addressed the citizens of Tripura. ​Key Highlights of the Ceremonial Function ​High-Profile Dignitaries Present

​AGARTALA: Joining nationwide patriotic celebrations, the 80th Independence Day was observed with solemnity and grand fervor at the State Headquarters of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Agartala. ​Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha and BJP Tripura State President Abhishek Debroy led the celebrations, hoisting the National Flag (Tiranga) on the office premises in the presence of senior party leaders, ministers, legislators, and hundreds of party workers. ​Key Leaders & Dignitaries Present ​Highlights of the Ceremony

​AGARTALA: Marking the historic occasion of the 80th Independence Day, the National Flag (Tiranga) was hoisted with full state honors and dignity at the Tripura Civil Secretariat (Mahakaran) in Agartala on Friday. ​Senior Cabinet Minister Ratan Lal Nath unfurled the Tricolor on the secretariat premises, accompanied by high-ranking civil servants, departmental secretaries, and senior government officials. ​Highlights of the Ceremony

​AGARTALA: Joining in the nationwide patriotic fervor, the Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB) celebrated the 80th Independence Day with solemnity and enthusiasm in front of its Head Office at Abhoynagar in Agartala. ​The National Flag (Tiranga) was ceremonially hoisted by the Chairman of Tripura Gramin Bank, flanked by senior bank executives, union representatives, and head office staff. ​Key Highlights of the Celebration

​AGARTALA: Marking the historic occasion of the 80th Independence Day alongside the birth centenary of iconic revolutionary youth poet Sukanta Bhattacharya, a joint voluntary blood donation camp was organized by the Ramnagar Anchal Committee youth and student wings at the Melarmath Chhatra-Yuva Bhavan in Agartala. ​The event witnessed strong participation from youth, student activists, and local residents who stepped forward to donate blood to replenish state blood banks. ​Key Leaders & Dignitaries Present ​The event was graced by prominent political figures and senior leadership: ​Highlights of the Event & Key Addresses