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AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: In a major state-wide political offensive, the Tripura Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) organized a massive protest demonstration in Agartala on Monday. The protest targeted the ruling BJP-led government over two primary issues: the alleged suppression of late DGP Anurag Dhankar’s suicide note alongside a demand for Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha’s resignation, and the registration of an FIR against Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi by Uttarakhand Police in the Haldwani “shuddhikaran” (purification) row. Congress workers and top organizational leaders assembled in large numbers, burning effigies, raising slogans against the ruling administration, and demanding…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: Ending a long-standing political wait, the State Election Commission (SEC) of Tripura held a press conference in Agartala on Monday to announce the official schedule for the long-overdue elections to the 587 Village Committees (VCs) under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). Addressing media persons, State Election Commissioner Pradip Kumar Chakraborty announced that voting will take place on September 28, 2026, with the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) coming into immediate effect across all VC areas under TTAADC. Key Election Schedule & Timeline Electoral Statistics & Administrative Arrangements Security & Compliance Measures The…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: Cracking down on street crime in the capital city ahead of the festive season, personnel from the NCC Police Station and Abhaynagar Police Outpost arrested a youth in connection with a daylight gold chain snatching targeting a female student in Abhaynagar. Police have also impounded the electric auto-rickshaw (registration number TR 01 L 4366) utilized during the crime. However, the stolen gold chain is yet to be recovered. Incident & Investigation Details Police Action & Preventive Drives Investigators have launched targeted raids across suspected hideouts to arrest the two missing accomplices and retrieve the stolen…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: Highlighting severe administrative challenges, rising operational expenses, and continuous traffic penalties faced by transport workers, the Tripura Electronic Rickshaw Workers’ Union—affiliated with the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) Tripura Pradesh—submitted a deputation featuring a 7-point charter of demands to Government Railway Police (GRP) Superintendent of Police (SP) Kishor Debbarma in Agartala. The union expressed grave concern over the economic distress experienced by thousands of e-auto and auto-rickshaw drivers across West Tripura district due to complex permit rules, frequent fines, and deteriorating traffic infrastructure. Key Demands Outlined in the Charter Union’s Warning & Leadership Statement Presenting the…
Sudip Roy Barman Launches Scathing Attack on CM Manik Saha Following Expulsion from Tripura Assembly
AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: Minutes after being expelled from the House under Rule 330 by Speaker Rampada Jamatia, senior Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha and the ruling BJP administration during an emergency press interaction outside the Tripura Legislative Assembly complex. The veteran lawmaker accused the government of deliberately suppressing the truth regarding the unnatural death of late Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar inside police headquarters. Core Allegations & Statements by Sudip Roy Barman Addressing journalists outside the Assembly gates alongside Opposition members, Sudip Roy Barman raised…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: The annual cultural function and prize distribution ceremony of Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Higher Secondary (+2) School was celebrated with great fervor and enthusiasm at hall number one of the Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan in Agartala on Monday. The event brought together students, teachers, alumni, and distinguished political leaders to celebrate the academic, co-curricular, and cultural achievements of the institution over the past academic year. Key Highlights & Dignitaries Present Key Statements by Guests Addressing the gathering at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan, Rajya Sabha MP Rajib Bhattacharjee stated: ”Returning to my alma mater’s annual event brings back cherished…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: Protesting against the rejection of Opposition proposals regarding youth employment and alleging disrespect toward national symbols inside the Tripura Legislative Assembly, youth organizations Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) and Tripura Youth Federation (TYF) held a joint demonstration near Agartala City Centre on Monday. Youth activists gathered opposite the City Centre, raising slogans against the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) administration and demanding immediate filling of all vacant government posts across state departments. Key Grievances & Allegations Raised Call for Public Mobilization Addressing the gathering, leaders from DYFI and TYF called upon students, unemployed youth,…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: The Tripura Legislative Assembly witnessed intense uproar and repeated disruptions on Monday as Opposition parties—the CPI(M) and Congress—agitated over the unnatural death of late Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar. The confrontation culminated in Speaker Rampada Jamatia ordering the expulsion of senior Congress MLA Sudip Roy Barman under Rule 330 after he raised questions regarding an alleged suicide note, leading to a complete walkout by CPI(M) and Congress legislators. Key Points of Debate & Allegations Government’s Response & CM’s Statement Defending the administration’s stance and handling of the case, Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 31, 2026: Commemorating the sacrifice of former youth leader Tapan Chakraborty, the Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) Dukli Divisional Committee observed his 27th Martyrdom Day with due solemnity at Dropgate in Agartala. Youth activists, student leaders, and veteran political figures gathered at the venue to pay floral tributes and reflect on the historical contributions of the youth movement in the region. Program Highlights & Tributes Key Leaders Present The memorial event saw strong representation from both present and former youth and student leadership: Organizers’ Message Addressing the attendees, speakers reaffirmed their resolve to carry forward Tapan…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 30, 2026: To address seasonal blood shortages across state-run blood banks and encourage youth participation in community service, a voluntary blood donation camp was organized at the Jogendranagar CPI(M) Party Office in Agartala on Sunday. The social service drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from party workers, local youth, and residents of the Jogendranagar sub-division who stepped forward to donate blood voluntarily. Key Event Highlights Dignitaries & Leaders Present The blood donation drive was graced by key opposition leaders, local organizers, and senior party functionaries: Statement by LOP Jitendra Chaudhury Addressing the donors and organizers at the Jogendranagar party…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 30, 2026: Focusing on rural local self-governance, administrative decentralization, and the empowerment of Three-Tier Panchayat representatives, the All India Panchayat Parishad Tripura State Committee held an extended executive meeting at the MLA Hostel Conference Hall in Agartala on Sunday. The strategic meeting brought together state committee office-bearers, district coordinators, and elected panchayat representatives from across Tripura to review grassroots rural development programs and plan upcoming organizational initiatives. Core Agenda & Key Discussions Key Participants Key Takeaways & Future Initiatives Concluding the extended executive session, the leadership resolved to submit a comprehensive memorandum to state administrative authorities detailing…
AGARTALA | AUGUST 30, 2026: In a major gathering aimed at promoting adaptive sports and encouraging differently-abled athletes across the state, the Tripura Para Olympic Association organized a special felicitations and networking program in Agartala. The occasion brought together national sports legends, visiting paralympians, state sports administrators, and para-athletes, reinforcing a collective commitment to expanding sports infrastructure and opportunities for special-needs players in Tripura. Key Guests & Eminent Personalities Felicitated Core Objectives & Highlights Key Association Officials Present Statements by Leadership Reflecting on the vision of the organization, President Dr. Kanak Choudhury and Secretary Swapan Sarkar stated that honoring veteran…
