​AGARTALA: Marking a grand celebration of faith and unity, the 12th annual ISKCON Rath Yatra festival commenced today at the Purbasha premises in Agartala with immense religious fervor. ​The auspicious event was graced by Tripura Governor Indra Sena Reddy Nallu and Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha, who officially flagged off the grand chariot procession. Along with other key dignitaries and senior leaders, both the Governor and the Chief Minister performed the sacred ritual of pulling the ropes of the holy chariot of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. ​Thousands of eager devotees gathered at the venue, chanting hymns and…

​AGARTALA: A massive wave of devotion swept through the capital city as thousands of devotees gathered to witness the historic Rath Yatra festival of the Sri Sri Jagannath Jiu Temple. ​The main streets of Agartala turned into a sea of humanity as an ocean of eager devotees jostled to pull the ropes of the magnificent chariot of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. ​The grand procession commenced from the historic Jagannath Bari temple premises following traditional rituals, prayers, and the ceremonial sweeping of the chariot. Amid the echoing sounds of conch shells, beating drums, and chants of “Jai Jagannath,”…

​AGARTALA: A major political controversy has erupted in Tripura as the All India Services Association (Tripura Chapter) strongly condemned Leader of the Opposition Jitendra Chaudhury for his allegedly derogatory remarks directed at an IPS officer. ​The association has demanded that the veteran CPI(M) leader immediately withdraw his comments and issue an unconditional public apology. ​The backlash follows an incident where the Leader of the Opposition reportedly referred to an on-duty IPS officer as an “idiot.” Taking a serious view of the matter, the state chapter of the elite officers’ association issued a formal statement expressing deep resentment. ​The association termed…

​AGARTALA: In a major spiritual landmark for the state capital, Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha officially inaugurated the newly installed idols of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita at the historic Shri Shri Narsingh Dev and Shri Shri Ram Janaki Temple today. ​The temple, located in the Old Motor Stand area of Agartala, has undergone a comprehensive renovation and has been beautifully redecorated to welcome devotees. ​The auspicious inauguration ceremony was graced by several high-profile dignitaries, including Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) Mayor Dipak Majumder, the District Magistrate (DM) of West Tripura, and the District Police Superintendent (SP), alongside temple committee…

​AGARTALA: Bringing a wave of joy and traditional fervor to the capital city, young children in Agartala have taken it upon themselves to celebrate the auspicious occasion of Jagannath Dev’s Rath Yatra. ​With immense enthusiasm, groups of local kids designed and crafted their own miniature chariots (Raths) using cardboard, colorful paper, flowers, and clay. On the occasion of the festival, these young devotees pulled their handmade chariots through the streets and neighborhoods of Agartala, creating a vibrant atmosphere filled with chants of “Jai Jagannath.” ​Residents across the city stepped out of their homes to encourage the children, offering sweets, flowers,…

​AGARTALA: Tripura has recorded a significant decline in malaria infection rates, thanks to continuous monitoring, rapid diagnosis, and the delivery of timely, comprehensive medical services. ​State Health Secretary Kiran Gitte shared this milestone on Thursday during the inaugural session of a regional review meeting for Northeastern states under the Intensive Malaria Elimination Project. The high-level review meeting is scheduled to run for three days. ​Addressing the gathering, the Health Secretary highlighted the state’s structured efforts to combat the vector-borne disease. He emphasized that Tripura’s success in drastically lowering transmission rates is the direct result of robust active surveillance, swift diagnostic…

​AGARTALA: In a historic stride toward promoting indigenous language and literature, the Kokborok Sahitya Sabha (KSS) has officially announced the organization of the first-ever “Kokborok Book Fair 2026.” The three-day cultural extravaganza is scheduled to commence on July 21 and will conclude on July 23, 2026, at the Dasharath Deb Bhavan in the Supari Bagan area of Agartala. ​The announcement was made during a formal press conference held at the Agartala Press Club by the President of the Kokborok Sahitya Sabha, Ramesh Debbarma. ​Detailing the preparations for this inaugural event, Ramesh Debbarma informed the media that the book fair aims…

​AGARTALA: Prioritizing public safety and seamless crowd management ahead of the grand chariot festival, the West Tripura District Administration conducted a comprehensive on-the-spot inspection of the city’s major religious hubs. On Wednesday, West Tripura District Magistrate & Collector Dr. Vishal Kumar, accompanied by West Tripura Superintendent of Police Namit Pathak and Traffic SP Kanta Jangir, visited the historic Jagannath Bari Temple and the ISKCON Temple in Agartala to assess ground-level preparations for tomorrow’s Rath Yatra. ​During the extensive joint walk-through, the top administrative and police officials reviewed the designated procession routes, security barricading, emergency healthcare deployments, and traffic diversion layouts.…

​AGARTALA: Expressing deep concern over the rising incidents of violence against vulnerable groups in the state, the Tripura Unit of the All India Lawyers’ Association for Justice (AILAJ) submitted a mass deputation to the Director General of Police (DGP) today. A high-level delegation of legal professionals, human rights advocates, and victimized families gathered at the Police Headquarters in Agartala to demand strict policing and fast-tracked judicial investigations. ​The deputation specifically highlighted several long-pending, sensitive cases involving crimes against women and children, pointing out procedural delays and urging the state’s top cop to ensure rigorous law enforcement. ​The delegation was led…

​AGARTALA: Raising a powerful voice against the rising tide of crimes targeting women and demanding swift legal intervention, the Tripura State Committee of the All India Mahila Sanskritik Sangathan (AIMSS) organized a massive demonstration in Agartala today. The protest rally drew hundreds of women, social activists, and civil society members who marched through the capital city to challenge administrative lapses and demand stronger systemic protection for women. ​The highly charged demonstration focused on a comprehensive charter of demands aimed at ensuring absolute security, immediate legal action, and a fear-free environment for women across the state and the country. ​Core Demands…

​AGARTALA: In a major step toward building a transparent, accountable, and technology-driven administration, Tripura Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha on Wednesday officially launched “YODDHA”, an innovative citizen engagement digital platform. The high-profile launch took place in the central Conference Hall of the Tripura Information and Transformation (TIFT) department at SP Mukherjee Lane in Agartala. ​Following the launch, the Chief Minister utilized the digital setup to hold his signature “Mukhyamantri Samipeshu” public grievance redressal program, interacting virtually with citizens residing in remote parts of the state’s districts to address their immediate issues on the spot. ​The launch event was attended…

​AGARTALA: In a major push to overhaul emergency healthcare and elevate patient services at the state’s premier referral hospital, the Govind Ballabh Pant (GBP) Hospital administration has initiated swift corrective measures. Following a surprise inspection by Chief Minister and Health Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha, the hospital authorities have moved rapidly to address operational gaps, culminating in the decision to officially reactivate the highly essential “Triage Area” facility at the Trauma Care Centre. ​The triage service, which was previously suspended due to staffing shortages, is designed to categorize arriving emergency patients based on the severity of their conditions, ensuring that…