​By Tripura24.in Bureau ​AGARTALA | June 8, 2026: Launching a fierce offensive against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over backbreaking inflation, major Left-wing trade unions staged a massive protest rally in the capital city on Monday. The agitation targeted the skyrocketing prices of electricity, natural gas, fuel, and essential commodities, accusing the government of deliberately running an economy meant to exploit ordinary citizens. ​The protest rally commenced from the Melarmath area of Agartala, with hundreds of workers and union members marching through the city’s major thoroughfares before culminating in a high-voltage street-corner meeting at Shakuntala Road. ​”Ministers Become Millionaires,…

​By Tripura24.in Bureau ​AGARTALA | June 8, 2026: In a sharp and embarrassing escalation of labor resentment against the ruling administration, the All Tripura School Computer Teachers’ Association, backed heavily by the Tripura Thika Mazdoor Sangh, staged a massive human chain demonstration in front of the Mahatma Gandhi statue at Circuit House on Monday. ​Protesters launched a scathing critique of the Dr. Manik Saha-led BJP government, accusing it of systemic betrayal. They pointed out that despite the Bharatiya Janata Party holding power at both the Center and the State (double-engine government), the genuine grievances and service regularisation demands of school…

​Key Grievances Raised by Former InsurgentsCurrent Ground RealityDelay in Accord ExecutionSigned on Sept 4, 2024; no major benefits delivered even after nearly 2 years.Pending ₹250 Crore FundSpecial development package for housing, jobs, and vocational training is stalled.Lack of Medical & Financial AidPoverty and lack of basic healthcare led to the tragic deaths of 8 returnees.Discriminatory TreatmentPrior surrendered batches were rehabilitated within 6 months, unlike the current batch.By Tripura24.in Bureau ​AGARTALA | June 8, 2026: Expressing deep resentment over the prolonged delay in the execution of their peace accord, the surrendered factions of the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) and…

​By Tripura24.in Bureau ​AGARTALA | June 8, 2026: Mounting public anger over severe electricity disruptions, recurring tariff hikes, and alleged widespread corruption in the state’s power department spilled onto the streets today. Activists of the Sadar District Congress Committee staged a massive demonstration and gheraoed the main office of the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) at Bidyut Bhawan in Agartala. ​The agitators raised slogans against the state government and TSECL authorities, demanding an immediate rollback of inflated power tariffs, the cessation of the forced installation of prepaid smart meters, and a transparent investigation into systemic financial corruption. ​Public Fleeced…

​By Tripura24.in Bureau ​AGARTALA | June 8, 2026: The Tripura Pr प्राकृतिक Gas Mazdoor Sangh, an affiliate of the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), organized a press conference on Monday at the organization’s central office located in the Banerjee Para area of Agartala. ​The press meet was addressed by the General Secretary of the Tripura Pr प्राकृतिक Gas Mazdoor Sangh, Bijoy Mallik, alongside the organization’s President, Bhaskar Das, and other senior leadership members. ​During the press conference, the leadership discussed in detail the various charter of demands raised by the workers, the operational challenges they face at their workplaces, and the…

​By Tripura24.in Bureau ​AGARTALA | June 8, 2026: In a proactive move to address civic infrastructure issues, Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) Mayor Dipak Majumdar on Monday conducted a thorough on-site inspection of several pending development projects across Ward No. 1 and Ward No. 2 areas. ​During his visit, the Mayor walked through the local neighborhoods and engaged directly with the residents to understand their grievances firsthand. Responding immediately to the community’s demands and long-standing needs, Mayor Majumdar prioritized the immediate renovation of crucial road networks in these localities. ​To ensure swift and effective execution, the Mayor held an on-the-spot consultation…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | June 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: In a major push toward transforming the capital into a high-tech smart city, environmental organization Glow Green hosted a dynamic climate and sanitation awareness event outside the historic Ujjayanta Palace on Sunday to celebrate World Environment Day. ​The landmark gathering was graced by Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) Mayor Dipak Majumder as the Chief Guest, alongside AMC Corporator Ratna Datta, South Zone Chairman Pradip Chandra, and a host of prominent environmental scientists and urban planners. ​The central highlight of the event was the unveiling of Glow Green’s highly ambitious,…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | June 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Taking proactive steps ahead of the intense monsoon spells, Member of Parliament (MP) Rajib Bhattacharjee conducted a comprehensive field inspection of the urban drainage and water evacuation systems in Ward No. 30 of the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) today. ​The high-level visit was organized to review ongoing desiltation drives and identify critical structural bottlenecks that trigger localized waterlogging during heavy downpours. ​Accompanied by AMC engineering wings, local ward corporators, and urban development officials, the Member of Parliament walked through several vulnerable residential sectors and commercial lanes within the…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | June 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: In a major breakthrough against property theft and urban cybercrime, the West Agartala Police Station has successfully recovered 25 lost mobile phones and a massive cache of stolen gold ornaments. According to official valuation metrics, the market worth of the recovered gold items is estimated to be around ₹35 Lakhs. ​Following explicit judicial directives from the local court, the West Tripura District Police organized an official handover ceremony today where the recovered electronic devices and valuable jewelry were systematically returned to their original, legal owners. ​Swift Investigation Cracks…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | June 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Extending critical medical support to the doorstep of the community, the Lotus Club of Shibnagar joined hands with the Lions Club of Agartala City to host a highly successful mega health and wellness camp today. The comprehensive medical camp was organized inside the spacious main auditorium of the Lotus Club complex in the Shibnagar area of the capital city. ​The joint humanitarian project drew a massive response from local neighborhoods, with senior citizens, women, and underprivileged families turning up in large numbers to access specialized medical consultations from…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | June 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: A massive financial and land scandal has rocked Agartala’s commercial heartland following explosive allegations against top executives of the Maharajganj Bazar Committee. The leaders are accused of illegally selling off prime government land belonging to the municipal corporation to private businessmen in exchange for lakhs of rupees. ​The illicit transaction came to light today when the Central Market Committee caught laborers constructing a permanent concrete building on the public plot, prompting them to halt work immediately and summon media cells to the spot. ​The Modus Operandi: How Public…

​By Bureau Correspondent | Tripura 24.in AGARTALA | June 7, 2026 ​AGARTALA: Marking a somber chapter in the socio-political history of the state, the Tripura state unit of the Amra Bangali party organized a massive protest demonstration today. The memorial assembly and demonstration were held directly outside the party’s state headquarters in Agartala to observe the “Black Day” of June 1980. ​A large number of party workers, supporters, and regional leaders gathered at the venue, holding black flags and banners to pay homage to the victims of the tragic ethnic violence that tore through Tripura during the first two weeks…