​AGARTALA, AUG 8: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi’s scheduled ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ (Voice of Students) program in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, has triggered intense political friction following last-minute venue permission cancellations by local authorities. ​The nationwide stir reached Agartala as local Congress leaders and student wings organized solidarity demonstrations to protest administrative interference in youth-centric issues. ​Key Developments from Prayagraj to Agartala ​Police personnel under Sadar SDPO Pannalal Sen maintained tight security at the venue in Agartala to ensure law and order while Congress leadership reiterated that youth rights and educational accountability remain non-negotiable. ​Social…

​AGARTALA, AUG 8: Senior CPI(M) leader and former Power Minister Manik Dey launched a scathing attack on the state government and the Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL), characterizing the widespread installation of smart meters as a system of “gentlemanly extortion and bill manipulation” targeting common power consumers. ​Addressing a press briefing, the veteran leader criticized the electricity department for levying steep additional costs, specifically calling out the imposition of various duty charges and fixed surcharges as outright extortion from ordinary citizens. ​Key Allegations Raised by Manik Dey ​The Left Front leadership demanded an immediate rollback of the hiked power…

​AGARTALA, AUG 8: Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi’s scheduled ‘Chhatron Ki Goonj’ (Voice of Students) interaction program in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, has erupted into a major political controversy following the last-minute revocation of venue permission by local administrators. ​Despite the venue provider canceling permission for the KP College Ground—citing an Allahabad High Court order and rain-induced waterlogging—Congress leadership confirmed that Rahul Gandhi will proceed with his visit to address students on persistent examination irregularities, paper leaks, fee hikes, and youth unemployment. ​Key Developments & Core Issues ​Congress state units across India, including youth fronts…

​AGARTALA, AUG 8: The Sadar Urban District Training Camp under the banner of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Maha Abhiyan is currently underway at the Bhagat Singh Yuba Awas in Agartala. ​The six-day intensive training workshop, which commenced on August 5, is scheduled to continue until August 10. ​Key Highlights of the Training Camp ​Senior party leaders and guest speakers are delivering key lectures during the multi-day sessions to prepare organizational personnel for upcoming public campaigns and civic engagements. ​Social Media Share Text: ​Sadar Urban District Training Camp under Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Maha Abhiyan underway at Bhagat Singh Yuba Awas,…

​AGARTALA, AUG 8: In a major success under the state’s ongoing anti-drug campaign, personnel from the West Agartala Police Station apprehended one individual along with a significant quantity of brown sugar from under the Nagerjala Flyover today. ​Acting on specific secret intelligence regarding narcotics smuggling in the bus stand area, a police team led by Officer-in-Charge (OC) Sanjit Sen raided the spot and intercepted the suspect. ​Key Details Revealed by OC Sanjit Sen ​Speaking to media personnel, OC Sanjit Sen reiterated that West Agartala Police will continue to enforce zero tolerance against drug traffickers operating around key transit hubs like…

AGARTALA, AUG 7: Marking a landmark milestone in the preservation of indigenous linguistic heritage, Tripura celebrated its first official “Chakma Language and Script Day” today at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhavan in Agartala. ​The state-level event was organized by the Directorate of Kokborok & Other Minority Languages under the School Education Department. The inaugural ceremony commenced with the traditional lighting of the lamp by key dignitaries, including Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs Minister Sushanta Chowdhury and Industry & Commerce Minister Santana Chakma. ​Key Highlights of the Event ​Prominent community leaders, educationists, and senior government officials attended the event, which featured cultural…

​AGARTALA, AUG 7: The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Tripura convened a major press conference at the Civil Secretariat today to outline the framework and timeline for the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls across the state. ​Addressing media representatives, election officials briefed journalists on the comprehensive exercise aimed at updating voter lists, ensuring door-to-door verification, and purging duplicate or invalid entries. ​Key Focus Areas of the Briefing ​Detailed schedules for draft publication, field verification dates, and final electoral roll publication will be made available through local sub-divisional election offices. ​Social Media Share Text: ​CEO Tripura holds…

​AGARTALA, AUG 7: In a press conference held at the Civil Secretariat today, Secretary of the Information and Cultural Affairs (ICA) Department, Shri Kiran Gitte, announced the comprehensive state-wide roadmap for the fifth edition of the nationwide ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign. ​Running from August 9 to 17, this year’s celebrations across Tripura will be dedicated to the theme of “Commemoration of 150 Years of Vande Mataram”. ​Key Announcements from the ICA Press Meet ​Director of ICA Bimbisar Bhattacharjee was also present at the briefing. ​Social Media Share Text: ​ICA Secretary Kiran Gitte announces Tripura’s plans for ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ 2026!…

​AGARTALA, AUG 7: Hon’ble Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha has issued a earnest call to all residents across Tripura to actively participate in the upcoming nationwide ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign by proudly hoisting the National Flag at their homes. ​The fifth edition of the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, organized under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav initiative and dedicated to commemorating 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram’, will run from August 9 to 17 across the state. ​Key Highlights of the State-Wide Campaign ​State officials have instructed district administrations to ensure smooth logistics so every corner of Tripura participates in this…

​AGARTALA, AUG 7: In a unified push against central and state government policies, four major Left-backed mass organizations held a joint press conference in Agartala today to outline their upcoming state-wide campaign, “Desh Bachao, Manush Bachao” (Save the Nation, Save the People). ​As part of this ongoing movement, the organizations officially declared a major protest program titled ‘Jal Bhoro Movement’ across Tripura on August 10. ​Addressing media personnel, leadership representatives from the participating Left fronts—including workers’, farmers’, and youth wings—criticized the government over key socio-economic issues, including: ​The press conference emphasized that the August 10 protest serves as a critical…

​AGARTALA, AUG 7: A delegation from the National Students’ Union of India (NSUI) Tripura state unit submitted a memorandum to the Director of the Higher Education Department at Shiksha Bhavan today, highlighting critical grievances regarding the ongoing undergraduate college admission process. ​Student leaders met with top officials to raise immediate concerns about seat shortages, portal glitches, and admission delays affecting thousands of applicants across the state. ​Key Demands Raised by NSUI ​The Director of Higher Education assured the delegation that the department is actively monitoring the admission workflow and taking steps to resolve merit list and seat allocation issues at…

​AGARTALA, AUG 7: A brief one-hour spell of heavy downpour plunged several key locations in Agartala into severe waterlogging, throwing normal life out of gear across the capital city. ​In response to the sudden urban flooding, Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) Mayor Dipak Majumder conducted an emergency ground inspection to evaluate the drainage conditions and oversee relief operations. ​Key Waterlogged Hotspots Inspected ​During the visit, Mayor Majumder directed field officials to accelerate pump operations and ensure swift water discharge into primary canals. He reassured residents that the municipal corporation is actively monitoring low-lying pockets to prevent prolonged water stagnation during monsoon…